Step 1: navigate to Windows Explorer in the Start Menu (it’s in the Accessories folder). Then edit the properties and change the target to read:
%SystemRoot%\explorer.exe /root,::{20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D}

This will make the explorer open folders/drives in new Windows. To fix this see the next step

Step 2: Set the target to

%SystemRoot%\explorer.exe /e,::{20d04fe0-3aea-1069-a2d8-08002b30309d}

Step 1:Right-click on the Taskbar and select Toolbars > New Toolbar from the menu.
Step 2: Copy and paste the address provided below into the Address bar

%SystemDrive%Users%username%AppDataRoamingMicrosoftInternet Explorer

then click the arrow to the right of the Address bar to navigate to the folder.

Step 3: Select the Quick Launch folder listed and click the Select Folder button

Microsoft recently released a good manual book for Windows Vista user for free. The Windows Vista Ultimate Helpful PDF e-Book is 9MB in size, and contains 17 pages with images. The books cover every topics related to using all feature of Windows Vista Ultimate, with contents from as basic as starting computer and using keyboard and mouse, to doing various tasks such as faxing, emailing, managing pictures or creating video productively, networking, security, and gaming options.

Download Windows Vista Ultimate Helpful Hints: tips_and_tricks_ultimate.pdf

Updated Windows Live Space Header (Click to enlarge)

The change introduces the Windows Live service links, such as Home, Profile, People Mail, Photos, More at the extreme top. What happens now is, it clashes with the second layer of links that are a part of the users space, ‘User profile, blog name, Photos, Blog, List and More.

This area of the Windows Live Space needs some serious work, I think the users personal Windows Live Links should become a blog part allowing the author to place it anywhere they desire on the page. Customize, Options, Help, could be more subtle too and consolidated into the Users account part on the header similar to Windows Live Hotmail.

I also don’t like Search Fields location and it has a lot of limitations, you can’t search within the users Windows Live Space to make it easier to find blog post, although I could use the new Search Federation capabilities in Windows 7 to resolve that. I just think the Windows Live look and feel could be more cohesive.

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This is a nice, easy to install, theme for Vista. I like the transparency effects of the taskbar, windows and start menu. The best part of this theme is the spectacular wallpaper. The overall design is a little too dark for most desktops but it’s still a good design with cool sidebar widgets. If you’re looking to set the mood on your computer then use this theme for a dark feel.

Are you still using Windows XP? If you are, then you have to download the XP Theme Patcher. If you’re using Windows Vista, you don’t need the Theme Patcher.

Title: Windows Ultimate
Author: Butch123
Download:

Download Vista Windows Ultimate for Vista Here

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This slick Vista theme is perfectly suited for the masses. With it’s soft color choices and wonderful background and buttons this theme has all the right things going for it. I like the little house as the start button and the grey back/forward and corner buttons look awesome. The aero effects looks so good with all the other elements of this theme and no wonder it’s so popular.

Are you still using Windows XP? If you are then visit our FAQ page to download our XP Theme Patcher. If you’re using Windows Vista, you don’t need the Theme Patcher.

Title: Lumen
Author: sweatyfish
Download: Vista Lumen Theme

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If you like a more serious Vista theme then check out this cool design. With an all black and grey design this theme looks great on any desktop. All the straight lines and sharp turns make this theme feel very tight and professional. I like the cool black hardwood floor wallpaper in the background.

Are you still using Windows XP? If you are then visit our FAQ page to download our XP Theme Patcher. If you’re using Windows Vista, you don’t need the Theme Patcher.

Title: Striped
Author: sweatyfish
Download: Vista Striped Theme

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Effective April 28th, 2009, Windows Vista SP1 will no longer be blocked by the tool and will be delivered via Windows Update. The same goes for Windows XP SP3, but the block will be lifted on May 19th, 2009.

These dates correspond with the official release and distribution of the Service Packs through Windows Update. Microsoft Windows Communications Manager, Brandon LeBlanc, also released a QnA for users who are concerned about the announcement:

Q: What does this mean if my company has the tool in place?

A: Enterprises currently using the service pack blocker tool for either Windows Vista SP1 or Windows XP SP3 will be prompted to install Windows Vista SP1 or Windows XP SP3 as appropriate. Microsoft recognizes the need for IT pros to have this type of information in advance and wants to provide them with an early heads-up to ensure they’re prepared to deploy the appropriate service pack(s) when the blockers expire.

Q: Is there a separate blocker tool available if we don’t want to deploy Windows Vista SP1 or Windows XP SP3?

A: No. Microsoft strongly recommends all customers move to Windows Vista SP1 if they are running Windows Vista or Windows XP SP3 if they are running Windows XP. Our goal in announcing the removal of the blockers early is to provide you with an early notification to ensure you’re prepared to deploy the appropriate service pack when the blockers expire.

Q: Does this mean we have to download Windows Vista SP1 or Windows XP SP3?

A: No. Service packs will not automatically install on a machine even after the Service Pack Blocker tool expires. For service packs, you must accept the offering before installation will start. If Automatic Update is turned on, WU will alert you that it has an important update to install. If you don’t want to install the update (service pack), simply decline to install and/or hide the update. If you do not have AU turned on, the service pack will not be offered until you open Windows Update and “Check for Updates.”

Q: Does this signify the end of support for Windows Vista and/ or Windows XP SP2?

A: No. For more information on Windows product support lifecycles, please visit the following site:

http://support.microsoft.com/gp/lifecycle#ServicePackSupport

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Well, we couldn’t agree more, so as a follow up to that guide we’re going to look at the reverse process; deleting your Windows 7 partition and reallocating its hard drive space to another partition.

If you recall, in the dual boot guide we looked at two separate approaches for creating a new partition depending if you are running Windows Vista or Windows XP, and we intend to do the same here.

View: How to remove your Windows 7 installation & partition

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How to Repair Windows Vista using Startup Repair?

If you have a Windows Vista installation disc, you need to restart (boot) your computer using the installation disc. If you do not restart your computer from the disc, the option to repair your computer will not appear.

If you have a Windows Vista installation disc:

1. Insert the installation disc.
2. Restart your computer.
3. Click the Start button , click the arrow next to the Lock button , and then click Restart.
4. If prompted, press any key to start Windows from the installation disc. Note: If your computer is not configured to start from a CD or DVD, check the information that came with your computer. You may need to change your computer’s BIOS settings.
5. Choose your language settings, and then click Next.
6. Click Repair your computer.
7. Select the operating system you want to repair, and then click Next.
8. On the System Recovery Options menu, click Startup Repair. Startup Repair might prompt you to make choices as it tries to fix the problem, and if necessary, it might restart your computer as it makes repairs.