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    any custom windows vista themes?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Awake, Jan 19, 2009.

  1. Awake

    Awake Notebook Consultant

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    im trying windowblinds i like it but since i cannot buy it on a cd i prob wont get it since my parents wont let me use paypal or something to buy off the internet...anyways any similar programs like windowsblinds totaly free legal and no viruses? or some other sites to download some stuff?
     
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  2. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Here is a *free* download of Stardock..it's the basics but it's something ;)

    http://www.stardock.com/products/windowblinds/downloads.asp

    Cnet has a free download of WindowsBlinds 6.3
    http://www.download.com/WindowBlinds/3000-2326_4-10026826.html

    Also check this thread:
    The Ever-Growing Free Windows Software List
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=337890


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Jan 19, 2009
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  3. McGrady

    McGrady Notebook Virtuoso

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    You can just use Vista Glazz or patch the files yourself, then download any theme off deviantart.com or customize.org. No 3rd party app. necessary
     
    McGrady, Jan 19, 2009
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  4. Awake

    Awake Notebook Consultant

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    ok if i download windows vista themes...how do i put them into use?
     
    Awake, Jan 19, 2009
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  5. Matt

    Matt Notebook Deity

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    That's the route I would (and do) take. Additional software is just bloat and slows down your computer.

    Most themes come with a readme file that provides instructions. If not, I believe you simply copy the theme to
    and open the .theme or .msstyles file.
     
    Matt, Jan 19, 2009
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