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A Taste of Windows 7 Details

With the availability of Windows 7 pre-Beta confirmed for late October 2008, Microsoft has also delivered additional details related to the agenda of the Professional Developer Conference 2008 in Las Vegas.
windows - comments - 25.9.2008

Windows XP SP3 Gets Its First Taste of Vulnerabilities

The third and final service pack for Windows XP is not even out the door, and security company Symantec has already warned of a security vulnerability impacting XP SP3.
windows - comments - 7.4.2008

Want a Taste of Windows XP SP3 RC? How About Some Screenshots?

As you undoubtedly know by now, the first Release Candidate for Windows XP SP3 is live. At the end of the past week, accompanying the Windows Vista SP1 Release Candidate Preview, XP SP3 was made available via Microsoft Connect.
windows - comments - 21.11.2007

Microsoft Is Cooking New Vista Reliability Packages – Another Taste of SP1 in Advance

Microsoft is currently cooking no less than five new update packages for Windows Vista. While being in full throttle with the development of the first service pack for the operating system, the Redmond company is looking to address a number of issues impacting the platform ahead of time.
windows - comments - 25.9.2007

MS: New Windows Vista Wallpapers

New Windows Vista wallpapers are available for download from Microsoft. The fresh Vistas are not a repeat of the excellent collection that shipped included by default in the RTM version of the latest Windows client, nor are they additional Extras for the Windows Vista Ultimate SKU.
common - comments - 19.6.2008

Download Windows vs. Walls Wallpapers

On September 18 Microsoft kick started the second phase of the $300 million Windows marketing campaign put together by ad agency Crispin, Porter + Bogusky.
windows - comments - 19.9.2008

Windows 7 Build 6956 Wallpapers Collection

Over 30, never oficially released, wallpapers available for Windows 7 only, until now!
download - comments - 12.12.2008

Download Windows 7 Themes and Wallpapers from Microsoft

Personalize your PC - And just as Windows Vista, well, the Ultimate editions at least, came with the exclusive DreamScene video backgrounds, Windows 7 also offers tailored content unavailable to previous releases of the Windows operating system.
download - comments - 17.2.2009

Windows 7 Box Art Themes & Wallpapers

I have just updated my Windows 7 Wallpapers and Windows 7 Themes Gallery with the following additions.
download - comments - 7.8.2009

The definite guide to applying wallpapers in Windows Vista

As many of you may have stumbled across this problem when trying to set your favorite Pokemon pictures as wallpapers..
windows - comments - 27.10.2006

Microsoft Releases a Set of 12 New Windows Wallpapers

What better way to celebrate the gold versions of Windows Vista Service Pack 1 and Windows XP Service Pack 3 than with a set of brand new wallpapers straight from Microsoft?
microsoft - comments - 20.4.2008

Windows 7 Wallpapers – Builds 7000, 7048 and 7057

Microsoft has a new label for the imagery designed to personalize Windows 7. “A desktop background, formerly called wallpaper, is a picture on the desktop that provides a backdrop to your open windows,” the company revealed on a webpage in the Windows 7 online hotspot dedicated to personalization.
windows - comments - 21.3.2009

Windows 7 Build 7072 Russia Wallpapers Download

Earlier today, you may have noticed the pictures of the new Windows 7 Russia wallpapers published on WinFuture, although, they are way too small for most screen resolutions.
download - comments - 3.4.2009

120 Original Windows 7 High Resolution Wallpapers

Windows 7 has included several hidden regional themes which target different geographical areas.
windows - comments - 27.4.2009

Free Windows 7 Themes and Wallpapers on the Personalization Gallery

Concomitantly with the worldwide general availability of Windows 7, on October 22nd, 2009, Microsoft also released a collection of new content designed to enable users of certain editions of the operating system to personalize their desktops.
windows - comments - 4.11.2009

Windows 7 Pre-Beta Build 6801 Wallpapers Desktop Slideshow

The Desktop Slideshow is one of the features that Microsoft has tucked away in Windows 7, hidden even from testers (at this point in time) including the participants at the Professional Developers Conference in Los Angeles at the end of the past month.
windows - comments - 5.11.2008

Architectural Wonders - HQ Wallpapers

Architectural Wonders - HQ Wallpapers 65 Images | JPG | 1600x1200 | 22 MB Thanks to hermanhlam for this download.
download - comments - 5.8.2007

New Vista build 5361 screenshots and wallpapers!

Here are new screenshots and wallpapers from a leaked Vista build 5361!
windows - comments - 14.4.2006

50 Extra Cars for NFS Most Wanted + wallpapers


BMW M3 GTR Race # 1, Porcshe 911 Carrera GT2, Corvette C6R, Barbage Truckm COP SUV (Rhino), COP GTO, Minivan, Taxi, Pickup, Cop, Marcedes SL65, Cement Truck, bisher noch nicht getestet, Chevrolet Camaro SS, Pizza Car, BMQ M3 GTR Street, Cop Corvette.
download - comments - 23.1.2006

Download Bing Wallpapers & Set as Desktop Wallpaper with Wallpaper Downloader

In past we had reviewed Bing Downloader tool to download Bing background wallpaper and here is wallpaper downloader which is a small utility to download bing.com background image and set as desktop wallpaper.
download - comments - 18.9.2009

Vista SP1, and then Windows 7, Windows 8 and Non-Windows Midori

2008 saw the release of Windows Vista Service Pack 1, Windows XP Service Pack 3 and Windows Server 2008, but Microsoft's journey on the Windows path is far from over.
windows - comments - 5.8.2008

Windows 7 RC Brings Windows XP Mode Beta and Windows Virtual PC Beta

The Release Candidate of Windows 7 will bring with it the first Beta development milestones for Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC.
windows - comments - 29.4.2009

Windows Reactivator 2.0 - Backup & Restore Activation Status of Windows XP with Windows Reactivator

Every time you reinstall your windows XP you need to reactivate it online using your product key & worst if you lost your Windows XP product key.
download - comments - 3.6.2009

Windows Vista SP1 vs. Windows Vista RTM vs. Windows XP SP2

Feb 26th, 2008. Principled Technologies has released two Microsoft commissioned reports on Windows Vista SP1 performance. In these tests, Principled Technologies measured responsiveness of Windows Vista SP1 vs. Windows Vista RTM vs. Windows XP SP2 when performing a set of common business and home tasks.
windows - comments - 28.2.2008

Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 9 – 1 Billion and Counting

Is Windows dead? Or, at least, is this the beginning of the end for Microsoft's proprietary operating system?
windows - comments - 15.9.2008

Week in Microsoft: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 9

This week in Microsoft, we covered 128-bit support possibly coming to Windows 8 and Windows 9, Windows 7, Windows Mobile 6.5, Bill Gates, Office 2010 Starter, Microsoft MVP status, Windows Live Hotmail, the EU, and Microsoft Security Essentials.
windows - comments - 10.10.2009

Windows Vista Build 5231 and Windows Media Player 11 Leaks!

Windows Vista Build 5231 has leaked to the web. The new build is said to include Windows Media Player 11 included. View the screenshots below! This is a Main branch build that was released on September 12th, 2005 at 8:20PM.
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Windows Vista SP1 and Windows XP SP3: Official Release Dates

A French website, PC Inpact, has posted the official Microsoft product change request forms for Vista SP1 and Windows XP SP3.
windows - comments - 6.2.2008

Download Free Windows Vista and Windows XP SP2 Straight from Microsoft

Via the Internet Explorer Application Compatibility VPC Image. That's right! Microsoft is offering access to free downloads of Windows Vista and Windows XP SP2.
download - comments - 6.3.2008

Windows Vista SP1 outperforms Windows XP SP2 in file copy

"Its interesting that people seem to think that Vista under performs in every area of the system which is quite an incorrect perception.
windows - comments - 27.5.2008

New Windows Vista Wallpapers Released

Since the final stages of Vista's development, many have been wondering why no official Windows Vista branded wallpaper had been included, unlike in Windows XP and earlier versions of Windows.



Today, Microsoft unveiled a new set of "Windows Vista Ultimate" branded wallpapers on the Ultimate Extras site.



There are two wallpapers available, one of which features a large version of the start orb, while the other features the new "flare" design as seen on the new Windows Vista packaging. Both wallpapers are available in a wide variety of sizes.



So, maybe Microsoft finally heard us... or maybe they were just keeping it a suprise?




jcxp.net - 13.03.2007

Vista RTM to include animated wallpapers!

The most recent in a series of rumors about what was previously called Desktop Aurora says that the long-awaited animated desktop wallpapers would appear in Windows Vista's final release under the name "Motion Desktop", but Aurora wouldn't be the only animated wallpaper to be included with the operating system, but there would rather be three different ones.

While Aurora is obvious, an animated cherry blossom tree would also be part of it, along with another one that's still unknown as of yet.

The versions of Vista that will include the new wallpapers are currently unknown, along with the customizability degree for the user.


jcxp.net - 09.10.2006

DeskScapes 2.0 Preview Available

Stardock is pleased to announce that the DeskScapes 2.0 preview version is now available. DeskScapes allows users of Windows Vista to have animated wallpapers on their desktop. It runs the Stardock created .DREAM format which can contain videos as animated wallpapers or dynamically generated content.



What makes DeskScapes special is that animated wallpapers can be run that use hardly any system resources (obviously this will depend on what animated wallpaper is chosen). It integrates seamlessly with the Windows Vista desktop background dialog so picking animated wallpapers is much the same as picking any other desktop wallpaper.




winbeta.org - 13.03.2008

How to: get Bing's daily photo as a Windows 7 wallpaper

No matter what you think of Bing as a search engine, you have to admit that the daily homepage photos are pretty cool. They range from amazing nature photos to holiday sensitive events. Those images now have a new use, being wallpapers for your Windows 7 PC. One of Windows 7's lesser know features is the ability to download new wallpapers via a RSS feed. Thanks to the efforts of Long Zeng from www.istartedsomething.com & makeuseof.com you can now do just that. By using the code below, you can create a live daily updating bing theme.

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neowin.net - 05.08.2009

Windows Vista Wallpapers Have Now Been Updated

Windows Vista Wallpapers Have Now Been Updated...
windowsvistax.com - 06.10.2006

Cool Wallpaper Generator

Create visual stunning wallpapers from your personal photo collections. This Wallpaper Generator makes it easy to compose your most beautiful photos to stunning wallpapers for your desktop!



Remember your last summer holiday a little bit longer, keep in mind your special moments, or think of your sweethearts. With the Wallpaper Generator it never has been so easy to keep those moments in your mind.



Download now this free tool and start to create personal wallpapers! System Requirements: Windows Vista or Windows XP with .NET Framework 3.0.




winbeta.org - 28.10.2007

Windows 7 to add slideshow wallpapers, theme gallery and theme packs

Dont worry Windows 95 Plus! enthusiasts, Microsoft hasnt forgotten about you and your themes. A recently updated MSDN Library document shows that Microsoft hasnt just brushed themes under the carpet, but instead dusted it off, added some new polish and is even putting it under the spotlight.




winbeta.org - 06.08.2008

How to: Create custom wallpaper collections in Windows 7

Do you love customizing your Windows desktop? If you do, you'll love this trick! By default, Windows 7 includes several locations to choose pictures and desktop backgrounds from, such as Windows Desktop Backgrounds, Pictures Library, Top Rated Photos, and Solid Colors. In this article, I will walk you through the process of creating your own wallpaper collection through the registry, and how to customize it to your liking. This process will help you categorize and sort your wallpapers efficiently, and allow you to use a mix of categorized wallpapers with Windows 7's new automatic background shuffle without the need to lump everything together. Disclaimer: The steps in this article involve modifying the Windows registry.

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neowin.net - 28.07.2009

Dream.WinCustomize.Com Launched!

As reported earlier, Microsoft has made a preview of its animated wallpaper Ultimate Extra, Windows DreamScene available.

Today, Neowin.net partner site, WinCustomize .com, has launched the officially sanctioned Windows DreamScene community, Dream.WinCus tomize.com in which users of Windows DreamScene can download additional animated wallpapers (right now) that are in the new .Dream format that has been designed with animated wallpapers in mind.

Artists can also create and submit their own animated wallpapers to Dream.WinCustomize.com. The site's new preview system allows users to see animated wallpapers in a preview before downloading as well.


neowin.net - 14.02.2007

More Windows 7 Regional Wallpapers

TheVista.Ru monotonously compiled the latest of the regional wallpapers from 17 different countries. At 6 wallpapers per region, their compilation totals 102 stunning wallpapers; there's sure to be a few that you like!

For a complete list of the included regions, or to download each wallpaper individually, visit the individual links (organized by region) in our forums.

Alternatively, for a faster download, we have downloaded all of the wallpapers and compiled them into a 60MB RAR file. It's available for download HERE

Enjoy!


jcxp.net - 18.04.2009

Animated wallpapers no longer just for the Vista elite

Animated wallpapers have been one of the “Extras” that Microsoft has touted as a selling point for customers of its priciest Windows Vista SKU. But now Stardock is bringing animated wallpapers to the Vista masses.

Stardock, a Gold Certified Microsoft partner, worked with Microsoft on DreamScene — a desktop-display feature that allows users to make looped, full-motion video their desktop wallpaper (as opposed to using static images only for background wallpaper). After a number of delays, Microsoft finally released DreamScene in September 2007.

Stardock helped to create much of the initial wallpaper content for DreamScene and then went on to release DeskScapes 1.0 for Vista Ultimate users interested in enhancing DreamScene. With DeskScapes 2.0, Stardock has decided to make animated wallpapers avaialble to users of Vista Business, Home Premium and Ultimate users. The Standard edition of the product will be available as a free download; an enhanced version with additional features and “premium” content also will be availbale for $19.95.


neowin.net - 13.11.2007

Google Talk Gets a Taste of BlackBerry

Instant messaging service will be available on mobile devices...
pcworld.com - 12.01.2006

GUI Championship voting: Animated wallpaper

The semi-annual GUI design contest, GUI Championships has begun user voting on the best entries for animated wallpapers. Animated wallpapers are quite a challenge to design properly. A good one should use little CPU, not be distracting, and still look as good as a static wallpaper. This year's entries come from around the world and the categories are most original and most usable. View: GUI Championships website View: Brad's write-up on the entries

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neowin.net - 25.11.2008

Get Yer' Windows 7 Stuff

Adaptation is something not one of us enjoys doing; changing your 'style' to make something work is something we do every day; it could easily be avoided.

Microsoft has worked extremely hard to make Windows 7 adapt to YOU, and make it work how and when YOU want it to. The last step in the magical transformation of Windows, is the ability to theme without patching system files. When the interface feels right, working and playing becomes much more fun.

"Give your PC a personal touch" says Microsoft:

They now provide free downloads of themes, wallpapers, and certified gadgets all compiled by Microsoft staff.

By clicking on a theme, it will be downloaded and installed, changing familiar things such as the wallpaper, sounds, icons, and the Aero glass color.

The gadgets are split into two categories: the regular windows gadgets, and the emerging Sideshow gadgets. From traffic maps, to a PowerPoint remote control, they've got a decent selection in there. The best part? They're all Microsoft-certified.

Hopefully in time, they will allow further customization of the themes especially, without patching any files. (Maybe this could be some sort of extra in the best edition?)

For now though, we'll have to live with a wide range of colors, matching wallpapers, and gadgets to go with it. It's a step in the right direction; let's hope it takes us somewhere.


jcxp.net - 14.01.2009

IE7 Public Beta Due Early Next Year

Those eager to get a taste of the next Internet Explorer release with tabs and RSS support only need to wait a couple more months. A public beta of IE7 for Windows XP is slated to arrive in the first quarter of 2006, IE team head Dean Hachamovitch confirmed on Tuesday...
betanews.com - 07.12.2005

MS to Showcase Vista, Office 12 at PDC

Microsoft on Tuesday announced that its 2005 Professional Developers Conference, which begins September 13 in Los Angeles, has completely sold out. The four day event will give developers a long-awaited taste of Windows Vista and a look at the next release of Microsoft Office...
betanews.com - 17.08.2005

CTP for SQL Server 2008 now available

Its final release has been pushed back to as much as six months after Microsoft's big launch party for it, which is still slated for next week. In the meantime, potential customers are being given a taste of some new and game-changing functionality...
betanews.com - 21.02.2008

Firefox 3.0 Beta 4 released, this time for real

A few days after an unusual false start, during which testers at a virtual worldwide party made do with a release candidate, Mozilla gives the public its next taste of what's coming in Firefox...
betanews.com - 11.03.2008

Get Windows 7's Best Features Right Now

If you're tired of hearing about Windows 7's upcoming features while you sit and stare at your aging XP or Vista desktop, take solace in a few free apps and themes that can give you a taste right now. While it's true that Windows 7 isn't much different from Windows Vista (inside and out), a few neat features are worth trying out, and you can do it without installing the Windows 7 Preview. Here are a few free apps and alternatives that simulate Windows 7's built-in features.




winbeta.org - 26.11.2008

Windows 7 build 7032 screenshots leak

As Windows is getting ready for its RC release, we have WinFuture post screenshots of Windows 7 Build 7032, compiled on January 29, 2009 at 6:12PM. Last weekend Windows 7 Build 7022 got leaked to the internet. Currently the only official build available to testers and the general public is build 7000. There are a few noticeable changes in this build when compared to the (leaked) 7022 build The Home Group also has a new icon Two new themes - Architectures and Characters are new to this build besides the addition of various new wallpapers.

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neowin.net - 11.02.2009