The application has 2 tabs and the options are grouped as basic and Advanced.

This tool is completely portable and tested on Windows 7 and Vista. Windows Access Panel has access to 48 settings like UAC, System restore, Disk Defragmentation etc.

Presently Windows Access Panel is available for 32 bit Windows.

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You can add animations and other visual effects to your movie and then publish it online or to YouTube.

Features of Movie Maker;

• Import Photos and Videos from your PC
• Post to YouTube
• AutoMovie
• Easy Transition and Effects
• Preview the movie while editing

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Features that SBar add are:

• Grouping taskbar buttons in the way Windows 7 do it.
• Thumbnail previews for all opened windows. (in XP static – live in Vista)
• Jump lists with pin support
• Additional tasks in jump lists
• Pin support to taskbar (experimental)
• Support to Skype 4.x and Firefox 3.x

If you are using Windows XP or Vista, then SBar is worth trying for the features.

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For Windows tweaking lovers, the suite provides more than 100 hidden Windows settings in the Windows Secret section. These tweaks are categorized into various sections based on the functionality. TweakNow Power pack also offers editing of OEM information, special folders, user accounts and Windows explorer.

The Virtual Desktop module lets you run as many as four custom-designed desktop configurations simultaneously, allowing you to use your computer screen to your work requirements.

Apart from this, the suite also gives you a complete picture of all aspects of your computer’s hardware, including detailed information about your motherboard, processor, video card, memory, hard disk and network.

TweakNow PowerPack works well with Windows 7, Vista and Windows XP 32 bit and 64 bit editions.

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The version released has many improvement over the previous release. You can also view the caller history from this application. Apart from this you can also customize the look to match with Vista Aero themes.

You can configure to sync the application with Outlook contact settings and also Outlook contact profile images. Vista Caller-ID is freeware and very easy to use, normally requiring very little user setup.

Features of Vista Caller ID;

• Windows Vista integration with vista-style aero effects.
• Computer Caller ID informs you of who’s calling before you answer.
• Usefully tracks all incoming calls and logs Date & Time, and Caller ID Name & Number.
• Vista Caller-ID conveniently eliminates the need to squint at a tiny phone display while at your computer.

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To use this gadget, you need to first pair the device with the PC. To do this open Control panel and navigate to Hardware and Sound and select Bluetooth Devices. Alternatively you can enter Bluetooth devices in the Vista Start Menu search.

Once you have paired the device and PC, you can start using Bluetooth Auto Lock. The Bluetooth Auto Lock will show up in the list of gadget in Vista.

When the gadget is added to sidebar and when the device is paired, you can select the paired device in the Bluetooth Auto Lock.

Now once you have selected the device and the auto lock is enabled, when your Bluetooth device goes out of range your computer will automatically lock.

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It can store backups on HDD, flash devices, remote FTP servers, or network computers. You can even point to multiple storage locations.

There is also option for scheduled back up. Apart from this, the utility also features encryption with password. You can also generate random password.

Vista Backup Mill is designed to save you time configuring and administrating it. Vista Backup Mill is completely free application for back up and worth trying.

Download Vista Mill Backup

In-depth, comprehensive, and fully updated for Service Pack 1, this Resource Kit delivers the information you need to administer Windows Vista.

Some of the core areas covered in this book are exploit new Group Policy features, settings, and ADMX templates, administer disks, file systems, file sharing, search, and Internet Explorer, manage IPsec, IPv6, wireless, and remote connectivity.

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It manages and synchronizes port forwarding provided by external network connection (firewall/router) box with applications requirements and activity.

Features of Firewall Control;

• Designed for Windows Vista
• IPv6 support
• Decreases expenses of mobile/satellite connections
• Zone based network permissions management
• Integration with Window Explorer for direct access permission management
• Integration with Windows Security Center
• Instant notifications of blocked activity
• Special editions available for portable and U3 devices
• Protection from incoming and outgoing threats

The free versions have limited features available. The application is available for 32 bit and 64 bit Vista versions.

Download Windows Vista Firewall Control

So what is the difference between the Red edition and the normal edition of Windows Vista Ultimate? Red Edition is enhanced with (PRODUCT)^RED wallpapers, gadgets, and a unique screen saver and DreamScene. More than these goodies, a portion of the proceeds from sales will help distribute AIDS medications to patients in Africa. Windows Vista Red edition has a retail price of $219.95.

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