Free Wordpress Theme 2011

Berikut aku ingin berbagi theme-theme keren untuk blog Wordpress. Barangkali saja ada teman-teman yang sedang mencari theme atau template gratis Wordpress semoga koleksi dibawah ini bisa memberi solusi untuk menemukan template terbaik bagi blog Wordpress nya.

Ok berikut list theme keren untuk Blog Wordpress, semua gratis :D :

1. Coffe Desk

2. Modern Interior

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Stardock LogonStudio: Change Windows XP, Vista and 7 Login Screen

Stardock LogonStudio allows Windows XP, Vista and 7 users to edit, change, and apply new logon screens. LogonStudio comes built with a visual editor to make it easy to create your own logons which can then be uploaded to websites to be used by others users.
System Requirements:

• Windows 7, Vista or XP
• Minimum screen resolution: 1024 width and 768 height
• 10MB free drive space
• 512MB RAM

Download Link
Homepage
NOTE: You can also check other free tools to customize Windows 7 login screen at following link:
Ultimate Collection of the Best Free Tools to Customize Windows 7 Login Screen

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Vista/7 Navigation Button Colorizer: Change Windows Vista and 7 Explorer Navigation Buttons Color

"Vista/7 Navigation Button Colorizer" is a small and portable tool created by vasanrulez @ DA to change the color of navigation buttons in Windows Vista and 7 Explorer. Navigation buttons are the small Left and Right arrows which can be found in Explorer windows. This tool allows you to easily change the color of navigation buttons otherwise you'll need to manually edit system file to change their color.

You can download it using following link:
Download Link

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KB947821: Download System Update Readiness Tool for Windows 7

Microsoft has released a tool for Windows 7 users which fixes an inconsistency found in Windows servicing store which may prevent the successful installation of future updates, service packs, and software. This tool checks your computer for such inconsistencies and tries to resolve issues if found.
System resources, such as file data, registry data, and even in-memory data, can develop inconsistencies during the lifetime of the operating system. These inconsistencies might be caused by various hardware failures or might be caused by software issues. In some cases, these inconsistencies can affect the Windows servicing store, and they can cause software updates not to work. The System Update Readiness Tool tries to resolve these inconsistencies.
You can download and install this tool using following link:
Download Link (32-bit or x86)
Download Link (64-bit or x64)
After you download the System Update Readiness Tool, it runs a onetime scan for inconsistencies that might prevent future servicing operations. This scan typically takes less than 15 minutes to run. However, the tool might take significantly longer on some computers. The Windows Update progress bar is not updated during the scan, and progress seems to stop at 60% complete for some time. This behavior is expected. The scan is still running and you should not cancel the update.

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KB977074: Update to Improve Stability and Reliability of Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2

NOTE: Some users at Microsoft TechNet forums have reported weird problems after installing this update, so install this update at your own risk.
Microsoft has released an update "KB977074" which improves the stability and the reliability of Windows 7 and of Windows Server 2008 R2.
This update resolves issues that affect some computers that are running Windows 7 or are running Windows Server 2008 R2. These issues are reported by customers who use the Error Reporting service or who use Microsoft Customer Support Services.
This update improves the stability and the reliability of Windows 7 and of Windows Server 2008 R2 in various scenarios. This update resolves the following issues:

• Keyboard function keys or keyboard shortcuts, such as mute or calculator, may not work correctly.
• The notification icon for an application may be moved or lost when the executable application is updated.
• On a computer that is running Windows 7, you configure the Screen Saver Settings to display the logon screen on resume. Additionally, you configure the computer to go to sleep. However, the computer may not go to sleep after the screen saver starts. Instead, a black screen is displayed. This problem causes the operating system to stop responding. You must restart the computer by holding down the power button.

Download Link (Windows 7 32-bit)
Download Link (Windows 7 64-bit)
Download Link (Windows Server 2008 R2)

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How to Get Windows Vista’s DreamScene Feature in Windows 7?

If you are using Windows 7 and missing Windows Vista's DreamScene feature which allows you to set a video as Desktop background, here is something interesting for you. AskVG reader "Gromas" has created a small tool which can bring back Vista's DreamScene feature to Windows 7. You just need to run this tool and it'll automatically install the DreamScene feature in Windows 7.

This tool is available in 2 languages: English and Portuguese. When you run it, it checks the Windows language in registry. If Portuguese (PT-PT) language is found, it installs the Portuguese version. If it finds any other language, the default English (EN-US) version is installed.

Once installed, you can set your desired video as Desktop background by right-clicking on the video file and selecting "Set as Desktop Background" option.
The tool also comes with an uninstaller, so that you can remove it later.

Download Link

Thanks again to "Gromas" for creating this tool and sharing exclusively with AskVG readers only...

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Important Reminder Regarding Expiration of Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC)

On February 15th, people still running Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) will receive a notification reminding them that starting March 1st, 2010, their PC will begin experiencing bi-hourly shutdowns. These shutdowns will continue through June 1st, 2010. On June 1st, 2010, a non-genuine experience is triggered where your wallpaper is removed and "This copy of Windows is not genuine" will be displayed in the lower right corner above the taskbar. This means your PC will no longer be able to obtain optional updates or downloads that require genuine Windows validation.
To avoid any data loss, you are advised to move to a released version of Windows 7 before the automatic shutdowns start. During these shutdowns, your work will not be saved.

Do you need more time to test your application and hardware compatibility in Windows 7? If so, the Windows 7 Enterprise 90-day Trial provides a great opportunity for IT Pros to finish critical testing with a full version of Windows 7 Enterprise.

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FREE Download “The Complete Windows 7 Shortcuts” eBook

As we all know Windows 7 includes a lot of new keyboard shortcuts that are unknown to a new user. Our friend Nitin Agarwal has compiled an eBook which comprises of more than 200 keyboard shortcuts containing almost all the keyboard shortcuts that are available in Windows 7 and its default programs like Paint, WordPad, MS Office, Calculator, Help, Media Player, Media Center, Windows Journal, Internet Explorer, etc. The eBook is pretty exhaustive and the topics covered include:

• What is Keyboard & how to use it?
• How keys are organized on a standard Keyboard
• Typing & editing the text using Keyboard
• Using Keyboard Shortcuts
• Find program shortcuts
• Choose menus, commands, and options
• Some useful shortcuts
• Using the keyboard extras
• Using navigation keys
• Using the numeric keypad
• Three odd keys
• Use your keyboard safely
• Create keyboard shortcuts to open programs
• Make the keyboard easier to use
• Type without using the keyboard (On-Screen Keyboard)
• Set On-Screen Keyboard to use for various handy tasks
• The Shortcuts Collection
• General Windows functions keyboard shortcuts
• Dialog box keyboard shortcuts
• Windows logo key keyboard shortcuts
• Windows Explorer keyboard shortcuts
• Ease of Access keyboard shortcuts
• Magnifier keyboard shortcuts
• Remote Desktop Connection keyboard shortcuts
• Keyboard shortcuts for MS Paint
• Keyboard shortcuts for WordPad
• Keyboard shortcuts for Calculator
• Windows Journal keyboard shortcuts
• Windows Help viewer keyboard shortcuts
• Windows Media Player keyboard shortcuts
• Internet Explorer keyboard shortcuts
• Windows Media Center keyboard shortcuts.

The eBook is bookmarks-ready, both in PDF and XPS format, with a fully linked content index.
Download Link

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List of Windows 7 System Files to be Hacked Using Resource Hacker

Here is another interesting topic for Resource Hacker lovers. In this topic, we are going to mention a few system files in Windows 7 which can be modified to change look of various Windows components like login screen, dialog boxes, menus, etc. You'll need Resource Hacker to modify these files.
So here is a list of various system files in Windows 7 which can be easily hacked using Resource Hacker:

Approx. all Windows 7 system icons -> %windir%\System32\imageres.dll
Login Screen Background -> %windir%\System32\imageres.dll
Login Screen image resources -> %windir%\System32\authui.dll
Startup Sound -> %windir%\System32\imageres.dll
Start ORB images -> %windir%\Explorer.exe -> Bitmap -> 6801 - 6812
Windows Version Image in "About Windows" dialog box -> %windir%\Branding\Basebrd\basebrd.dll
Windows Version Image in bottom of Login Screen -> %windir%\Branding\Basebrd\basebrd.dll
Control Panel Left Sidebar Image -> %windir%\System32\Shell32.dll -> Bitmap -> 632 & 633
Getting Started (aka Welcome Center) Images -> %windir%\System32\oobefldr.dll
Laptop Battery Meter image resources -> %windir%\System32\batmeter.dll
Internet Explorer 8 (IE8) Resources -> %windir%\System32\ieframe.dll
Windows Media Player 12 (WMP12) Resources -> %windir%\System32\wmploc.dll

Above mentioned system files/locations are new to Windows 7 and were not present in earlier Windows versions, like XP. If you want to change look of other menus, dialog boxes like RUN, Progress, System Properties, Start menu, Taskbar Properties, etc, you'll have to edit some other system files which you needed to edit in Windows XP. But there is a little difference, now those files don't contain the resources but their .MUI files do.
For example in Windows XP, RUN dialog box resources were present in "%windir%\System32\Shell32.dll" file but in Windows 7, the resources are present in "%windir%\System32\en-US\Shell32.dll.mui" file.
All these .MUI files are present in any of following 2 locations:

%windir%\en-US\
%windir%\System32\en-US\

To know about other system files which are same for all Windows versions and contain resources of various dialog boxes, menus, etc, you'll need to visit following links:
List of Files to be hacked using Resource Hacker
List of Resource Locations to be Hacked Using Resource Hacker
All these file names and resource locations are same in XP, Vista and 7.

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Add “Hide” and “Unhide” Options in File / Folder Context Menus in Windows XP, Vista and 7

Almost all computer users hide their important and private files/folders regularly to prevent unwanted access. To hide a file/folder, you need to enter its Properties and then select the "Hidden" option. Wouldn't it be great if you get a "Hide" option in all Files and Folders context menu so that you just need to right-click on a file/folder and select "Hide" option to make it hidden.

Today in this tutorial, we'll tell you how to add "Hide" and "Unhide" options in file/folder context menu as shown in the above screenshots.

To add "Hide File" option in file context menu:

Download following ZIP file, extract it and run extracted .REG file. It'll add "Hide File" option in all files context menu:
Download Registry Script

To add "Unhide File" option in file context menu:

Download following ZIP file, extract it and run extracted .REG file. It'll add "Unhide File" option in all files context menu:
Download Registry Script

To add "Hide Folder" option in folder context menu:

Download following ZIP file, extract it and run extracted .REG file. It'll add "Hide Folder" option in all folders context menu:
Download Registry Script

To add "Unhide Folder" option in folder context menu:

Download following ZIP file, extract it and run extracted .REG file. It'll add "Unhide Folder" option in all folders context menu:
Download Registry Script
NOTE: Each ZIP file also contains an Uninstall.reg file which can be used to remove the Hide/Unhide options.

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KB971033: New Update for “Windows Activation Technologies” to Detect Windows 7 Pirated Copies

Microsoft has released a new update "KB971033" for Windows 7 users. It updates the activation and validation components in Windows Activation Technologies for Windows 7. Windows Activation Technologies helps you confirm that the copy of Windows 7 that is running on your computer is genuine. Additionally, Windows Activation Technologies helps protect against the risks of counterfeit software. Windows Activation Technologies in Windows 7 consists of activation and validation components that contain anti-piracy features.

• Activation is an anti-piracy technology that verifies the product key for the copy of Windows 7 that is running on your computer. The product key is a 25-character code that is located on the Certificate of Authenticity label or on the proof of license label. These labels are included with each genuine copy of Windows. A genuine product key can only be used on the number of computers that are specified in a software license.
• Validation is an online process that enables you to verify that the copy of Windows 7 that is running on your computer is activated correctly and is genuine.

This update for Windows Activation Technologies helps detect validation errors and activation exploits. This update also detects any tampering attempts made to important Windows 7 system files. Be aware that some counterfeit copies of Windows include malware.
When this update is installed, it performs a validation process for the copy of Windows that is running on your computer. However, this validation process does not affect the functionality of Windows. The update process exits silently if it detects no validation errors, activation exploits, or tampered files.
If the update discovers a tampered file, it tries to restore the file. This restore may require a restart. If this update cannot restore the tampered files, it will direct you more information on the Internet.
If a validation error or activation exploit is detected, you will be directed to more information on the Internet for resolution of the activation exploit or the validation error. When validation errors or activation exploits are removed, you may be asked to use a valid product key to activate the copy of Windows 7 that is running on your computer. If you decide not to resolve the validation error or the activation exploit at that time, you will be periodically notified that the copy of Windows 7 that is running on your computer is not genuine. Additionally, Windows will provide a link to more information online for resolution.
This update package is available through Windows Update and Microsoft Download Center.
Download Link
Download Link (64-bit)

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Microsoft Releases Hotfix for DVD Burning Issues in Windows 7

Microsoft has released a hotfix for weird DVD burning issue found in Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2. Many users reported that the burning operation fails with a time-out error when they try to burn files to a DVD-R Dual Layer disc in Windows 7 or in Windows Server 2008 R2.
This hotfix solves this problem which occurs when you try to burn files to a DVD-R Dual Layer (DL) disc in Windows Explorer, the operation may fail with a time-out error.
This problem also occurs if you use an application that uses Image Mastering API version 2.0 (IMAPI v2) to burn files.
Remember that this hotfix is intended to correct only the problem that is described above. Apply this hotfix only to systems that are experiencing this problem. This hotfix might receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, wait for the next software update that contains this hotfix.
Download Hotfix

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How to Remove “Favorites” from Windows 7 Explorer’s Navigation Pane?

If you enable "Navigation Pane" in Windows 7 Explorer, it shows following 5 items in the pane:

• Favorites
• Libraries
• Homegroup
• Computer
• Network

This tutorial will help you in removing "Favorites" item from the Navigation pane as shown in following screenshot:

Simply follow these simple steps:
1. Type regedit in RUN or startmenu search box and press Enter. It'll open Registry Editor.
2. Now go to following key:

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{323CA680-C24D-4099-B94D-446DD2D7249E}\ShellFolder

3. Now you'll need to change value of "Attributes" DWORD value present in the right-side section. But Windows will not allow you to change its value as you won't have proper permissions.
To get permissions, first right-click on "ShellFolder" key and select "Permissions".

It'll open a new window. Select "Administrators" in user list and check "Allow" box given for "Full Control" permission.

Click on OK button to apply the changes.
4. Now double-click on "Attributes" DWORD value given in right-side section and change its value to a9400100
5. That's it. Log off or restart your system and "Favorites" will no longer present in Explorer window.
NOTE: If you want to restore "Favorites" in Navigation pane, simply change value of "Attributes" DWORD to a0900100 using step 4.

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How to Remove “Libraries” from Windows 7 Explorer’s Navigation Pane?

If you enable "Navigation Pane" in Windows 7 Explorer, it shows following 5 items in the pane:

• Favorites
• Libraries
• Homegroup
• Computer
• Network

This tutorial will help you in removing "Libraries" item from the Navigation pane as shown in following screenshot:

Simply follow these simple steps:
1. Type regedit in RUN or startmenu search box and press Enter. It'll open Registry Editor.
2. Now go to following key:

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{031E4825-7B94-4dc3-B131-E946B44C8DD5}\ShellFolder

3. Now you'll need to change value of "Attributes" DWORD value present in the right-side section. But Windows will not allow you to change its value as you won't have proper permissions.
To get permissions, first right-click on "ShellFolder" key and select "Permissions".

It'll open a new window. Select "Administrators" in user list and check "Allow" box given for "Full Control" permission.

Click on OK button to apply the changes.
4. Now double-click on "Attributes" DWORD value given in right-side section and change its value to b090010d
5. That's it. Log off or restart your system and "Libraries" will no longer present in Explorer window.
NOTE: If you want to restore "Libraries" in Navigation pane, simply change value of "Attributes" DWORD to b080010d using step 4.

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How to Remove “Homegroup” from Windows 7 Explorer’s Navigation Pane?

If you enable "Navigation Pane" in Windows 7 Explorer, it shows following 5 items in the pane:

• Favorites
• Libraries
• Homegroup
• Computer
• Network

This tutorial will help you in removing "Homegroup" item from the Navigation pane as shown in following screenshot:

Simply follow these simple steps:
1. Type regedit in RUN or startmenu search box and press Enter. It'll open Registry Editor.
2. Now go to following key:

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How to Remove “Computer” from Windows 7 Explorer’s Navigation Pane?

If you enable "Navigation Pane" in Windows 7 Explorer, it shows following 5 items in the pane:

• Favorites
• Libraries
• Homegroup
• Computer
• Network

This tutorial will help you in removing "Computer" item from the Navigation pane as shown in following screenshot:

Simply follow these simple steps:
1. Type regedit in RUN or startmenu search box and press Enter. It'll open Registry Editor.
2. Now go to following key:

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D}\ShellFolder

3. Now you'll need to create a new DWORD value "Attributes" in right-side section. But Windows will not allow you to create it as you won't have proper permissions.
To get permissions, first right-click on "ShellFolder" key and select "Permissions".

It'll open a new window. Select "Administrators" in user list and check "Allow" box given for "Full Control" permission.

Click on OK button to apply the changes.
4. Now create a new DWORD value "Attributes" in right-side section and set its value to b094010c
5. That's it. Log off or restart your system and "Computer" will no longer present in Explorer window.
NOTE: If you want to restore "Computer" in Navigation pane, simply delete "Attributes" DWORD created in step 4.

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How to Remove “Network” from Windows 7 Explorer’s Navigation Pane?

If you enable "Navigation Pane" in Windows 7 Explorer, it shows following 5 items in the pane:

• Favorites
• Libraries
• Homegroup
• Computer
• Network

This tutorial will help you in removing "Network" item from the Navigation pane as shown in following screenshot:

Simply follow these simple steps:
1. Type regedit in RUN or startmenu search box and press Enter. It'll open Registry Editor.
2. Now go to following key:

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{F02C1A0D-BE21-4350-88B0-7367FC96EF3C}\ShellFolder

3. Now you'll need to change value of "Attributes" DWORD value present in the right-side section. But Windows will not allow you to change its value as you won't have proper permissions.
To get permissions, first right-click on "ShellFolder" key and select "Permissions".

It'll open a new window. Select "Administrators" in user list and check "Allow" box given for "Full Control" permission.

Click on OK button to apply the changes.
4. Now double-click on "Attributes" DWORD value given in right-side section and change its value to b0940064
5. That's it. Log off or restart your system and "Network" will no longer present in Explorer window.
NOTE: If you want to restore "Network" in Navigation pane, simply change value of "Attributes" DWORD to b0040064 using step 4.

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Microsoft Introduces Free Windows 7 RTM Test Drive (Demo) Website

If you are using Windows XP, Vista or any other OS and want to give Windows 7 a try, Microsoft is giving you an awesome chance to test drive Windows 7 absolutely free within your web browser. Microsoft has introduced a new website "Windows 7 Professional Test Drive" which allows you to try various new features found in Windows 7.
You just need Internet Explorer 6 or later and must be using Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, Vista or 7 to be able to test drive it.

Simply go to following website:

Windows 7 Professional Test Drive

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Start ORB Creator: Create and Change Windows 7 Start Button Easily and Quickly

Today we are sharing an excellent tool which allows you to create your own custom Start ORBs (Start button) and also allows you to apply them. "Start ORB Creator" is a portable utility created by "Blizo" @ DA which creates and applies your custom Start ORBs in Windows 7. You just need to select any image which you want to set as Start ORB and then you can add Shadow and Glow effects for Hover and Click events.

It also allows you to categorize ORBs for easier management. You can download it using following link:
Download Link

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Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer Context Menus

NOTE: This tutorial has been featured by Microsoft. AskVG.com was the first website posting this unique trick.
We have posted several tutorials in past which help in adding your favorite programs shortcuts and other useful system shortcuts in Windows 7 Desktop context menu. Some of them are as follows:

• How to Add Your Name in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu
• How to Add Program Shortcuts and Other Useful Shortcuts in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu?
• Hacking “Screen Resolution”, “Gadgets” and “Personalize” Options in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu

Some AskVG readers complained that all these tutorials add the programs shortcuts in the main Desktop context menu which makes the whole menu large. They asked a method to add cascading menus in Desktop context menu.
I liked the idea and I tried to create cascading menus containing programs shortcuts which also helps in grouping the programs. For example, you can create different cascading menus like Applications, Browsers, Media Players, System Shortcuts and when you hover your mouse cursor over them, they open a list containing all your favorite programs. In this way, it'll not make the main context menu large as shown in following screenshots:


So today in this tutorial, you'll learn how to create cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer context menus.
This tutorial has been divided in 2 parts:

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Add “Desktop Shortcuts” Cascading Menu in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop context menu: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "Desktop Shortcuts" in Windows 7 Desktop context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Change Theme
• Change Wallpaper
• Change Screen Saver
• Change Desktop Icons Settings
• Change Sound Scheme
• Change Mouse Pointers
• Change DPI Scaling
• Change Window Color and Appearance

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu as shown in following images:

There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

Download Registry Script

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Add “System Shortcuts” Cascading Menu in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop context menu: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "System Shortcuts" in Windows 7 Desktop context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Administrative Tools
• Change Date and Time
• Change Regional Settings
• Folder Options
• God Mode
• Internet Options
• Network Connections
• Power Options
• Programs and Features
• Recycle Bin
• Run
• Search
• Services
• System Properties
• User Accounts
• User Accounts Classic
• Window Switcher

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu as shown in following images:

There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

Download Registry Script

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Add “System Tools” Cascading Menu in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop context menu: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "System Tools" in Windows 7 Desktop context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Control Panel
• Disk Cleanup
• Device Manager
• Even Viewer
• Registry Editor
• Security Center
• System Configuration
• Task Manager
• Task Scheduler
• Windows Update

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu as shown in following images:

There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

Download Registry Script

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Add “Windows Apps” Cascading Menu in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop context menu: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop Context Menu
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "Windows Apps" in Windows 7 Desktop context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Calculator
• Character Map
• Command Prompt
• Disk Defragmenter
• Internet Explorer
• Notepad
• Paint
• Problem Steps Recorder
• Snipping Tool
• Sound Recorder
• System Restore
• Task Scheduler
• Windows Media Player
• Wordpad

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu as shown in following images:

There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

Download Registry Script

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Add “Desktop Shortcuts” Cascading Menu in My Computer Context Menu in Windows 7

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer context menus: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer Context Menus
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "Desktop Shortcuts" in Windows 7 My Computer context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Change Theme
• Change Wallpaper
• Change Screen Saver
• Change Desktop Icons Settings
• Change Sound Scheme
• Change Mouse Pointers
• Change DPI Scaling
• Change Window Color and Appearance

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu.
There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

Download Registry Script

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Add “System Shortcuts” Cascading Menu in My Computer Context Menu in Windows 7

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer context menus: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer Context Menus
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "System Shortcuts" in Windows 7 My Computer context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Administrative Tools
• Change Date and Time
• Change Regional Settings
• Folder Options
• God Mode
• Internet Options
• Network Connections
• Power Options
• Programs and Features
• Recycle Bin
• Run
• Search
• Services
• System Properties
• User Accounts
• User Accounts Classic
• Window Switcher

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu.
There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

Download Registry Script

Also Read:

• Add "Desktop Shortcuts" Cascading Menu in My Computer Context Menu in Windows 7
• Add "System Tools" Cascading Menu in My Computer Context Menu in Windows 7
• Add "Windows Apps" Cascading Menu in My Computer Context Menu in Windows 7

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Add “Windows Apps” Cascading Menu in My Computer Context Menu in Windows 7

Recently we posted a tutorial for adding your favorite programs shortcuts under cascading menus in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer context menus: Add Cascading Menus for Your Favorite Programs in Windows 7 Desktop and My Computer Context Menus
It might become very useful if you want to add your frequently used programs or system tools under separate groups.
Today in this article, we are providing a ready-made registry script which can add a new cascading menu "Windows Apps" in Windows 7 My Computer context menu which contains following useful shortcuts under it:

• Calculator
• Character Map
• Command Prompt
• Disk Defragmenter
• Internet Explorer
• Notepad
• Paint
• Problem Steps Recorder
• Snipping Tool
• Sound Recorder
• System Restore
• Task Scheduler
• Windows Media Player
• Wordpad

By default, it adds the cascading menu in the middle of context menu. But if you want, you can add it at top or bottom of context menu.
There are 3 different scripts included in the ZIP file, simply run the desired REG file to add the cascading menu.
There is also an uninstallation script available in the ZIP file so that you can remove the cascading menu.

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RT Seven Lite: Tool to Customize and Tweak Windows 7 Setup ISO

If you want to install Windows 7 in your system, but miss a customization tool just like vLite (for Windows Vista) or nLite (for Windows XP) to customize Windows 7 setup ISO file, here is a great news for you. "RT Seven Lite" allows you to customize your Windows 7 operating system and make it faster. You can add wallpapers, Icons, themes in the setup. You can integrate updates, drivers and remove components from the setup. It also allows you to define unattended installation settings and create bootable ISO image.

It supports both 32 and 64 bit Windows 7 operating system. It doesn't support Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008.
Features List:

• Updates, drivers, language packs and 3rd party applications integration
• Unwanted components removal
• Several tweaks to speedup Windows
• Unattended installation
• Customization including themes, wallpapers, icons, gadgets, etc
• Create Bootable ISO or DVD

System Requirements:

• Host OS: Windows 7, Windows Vista SP1, Windows Server 2008 and R2, Windows Server 2003 SP2
• WAIK - Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK) for windows 7
• .NET Framework 3.5
• Adobe Flash Player ActiveX

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7Customizer: vLite Replacer for Windows 7 to Customize and Tweak Setup ISO

Recently we blogged about "RT Seven Lite" which allows you to customize Windows 7 setup. You can add wallpapers, Icons, themes in the setup. You can also integrate updates, drivers and remove components from the setup. Today we are sharing another similar tool "7Customizer" which is claimed to be a vLite replacer for Windows 7.
7Customizer is a tool for creating a customized Windows 7 installation (both 32-bit and 64-bit editions). It works on both English and non English installation sources.
Here is what the developer says about the tool:

7Customizer is still in development stages and it is still in testing phase. It is far from being a complete vlite replacement but the aim is to replace vlite. It will need time and effort and feedback to complete it. Also, it might not work for you or crash with error.

Features List:

• Languages integration (Windows UI language not the setup language)
• Updates integration
• Basic unattended installation
• Driver integration
• Wallpapers Integration
• Tweaks
• Services
• ISO Creation
• Presets
• UAC trigger
• Clean mount folder

System Requirements:

• Host OS: Windows Vista or Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit)
• .Net Framework 3.5 (for Windows Vista)
• WAIK for Windows 7
• Windows installation source

Important Notes from the Developer before using the Tool:

• Make sure you have enough free space (at least 5 GB) in your drive where 7Customizer is located (7Customizer will warn you if the drive does not have sufficient space).
• It is highly recommended to run the program in a folder that does not have white spaces in its name. For example, C:\7Customizer\
• It is highly recommended to place your installation source in a directory that does not have white spaces in its name. For example, C:\win7\
• When choosing the path for ImageX and DISM, make sure you choose the same exe architecture (x86 or amd64) as your Windows, e.g. when using Windows 7 x64, choose the ImageX located in amd64 inside the WAIK installation.
• Always test the result in a virtual machine first.
• It is highly recommended to use 7Customizer on an unmodified (clean, untouched) Windows installation source.
• Fill the whole information in the unattended part or the setup will fail.

Known Issues:

• 7Customizer fails to read the images information correctly.
• 7Customizer might not label the ISO.
• When selecting updates, sometime you will be able to select one update only. If you select more than one update 7Customizer will crash.

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Now Use “Windows XP Mode” in Windows 7 without Hardware Virtualization Technology

Great news for Windows 7 users! Now you can run "Windows XP Mode" in Windows 7 even if your system doesn't have Hardware Virtualization Technology. At the moment, if your system doesn't have HAV technology and you try to run XP Mode or Virtual PC, you get an error message similar to following one:

But today Microsoft has made following interesting announcement at official Windows 7 Blog:

We’re announcing an update to Windows XP Mode today that will make it a more accessible to PCs in small and midsize businesses who want to migrate to Windows 7 Professional but have applications that still require Windows XP. Windows XP Mode will no longer require hardware virtualization technology to run. This change makes it extremely easy for businesses to use Windows XP Mode to address any application incompatibility roadblocks they might have in migrating to Windows 7. Windows XP Mode will of course continue to use hardware virtualization technology such as Intel VT (Intel Virtualization Technology) or AMD-V if available. You can find more information and download the update which will go live later today here.

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Download Windows XP “Zune” Theme for Windows 7

We have covered 2 Windows XP themes "Luna" and "Royale Blue" which have been successfully ported to Windows 7: Download Windows XP “Luna” Theme for Windows 7
Download Windows XP “Royale Blue” Theme for Windows 7
One AskVG reader "Vishal Shah" shared another awesome XP theme port for Windows 7. "nullz0rz" @ DA has ported Windows XP "Zune" theme to Windows 7 and it looks as following:

You can download this theme using following link:
Download Windows XP "Zune" Theme for Windows 7
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To apply this theme, first extract the downloaded RAR file using WinRAR or 7-Zip, then copy the "Zune" folder and Zune.theme file to "Windows\Resources\Themes" folder. Now open Desktop Personalization window, apply default "Windows 7 Basic" theme and at last apply this new "Zune" theme.
For more information on how to use this theme, please visit following link:
How to Use 3rd Party Themes in Windows 7?

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FxVisor: Windows Vista and 7 Shortcut Overlay Arrow Remover

Windows Vista, 7 and all previous versions show a small arrow on all shortcut files. Although it helps in identifying shortcut files but many people don't like it as it hides some part of the actual icon. If you are also one of them, you can use "Vista Shortcut Overlay Manager" to remove the ugly arrow. You can also set it to a small arrow if you want.

In past you had to use registry method to remove the shortcut arrow but now you use this small and free tool to remove it.
It works in Windows Vista and 7.
You can download it using following link:
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