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MyColors (exe): MyColors is a software program that includes everything you need to change everything about your Windows experience. MyColors changes your Windows GUI, your icons, your wallpaper, and adds gadgets to your desktop. It doesn't modify any system files and enables users to easily switch between themes and back to default...; Tags: Theme, Stardock, MyColors, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Software; Software downloads 2008-04-22
Sins of a Solar Empire demo (exe): In the future, the survival of humanity stands on the edge of utter ruin as three powerful factions vie for control of the galaxy. Take command of one of three space-faring races as you work to establish your domination of the galaxy in Sins of a Solar Empire. Through a...; Tags: Player, Stardock, Games, Personal Technology; Software downloads 2008-03-26
CursorFX (exe): CursorFX is a program for Windows XP and Windows Vista that enables users to vastly improve the visual appearance and functionality of the Windows mouse cursor. Once installed, users can choose between hundreds of different mouse cursors with fluid animations, smooth edges, unique sizes, and more system event behaviors. In...; Tags: Mouse, Stardock, CursorFX, Mouse Cursor, Mice, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Hardware, Peripherals, Software; Software downloads 2008-03-18
DeskScapes 2.0: Animated wallpapers no longer just for the Vista elite: DeskScapes 2.0: Animated wallpapers no longer just for the Vista eliteCurious.....If Stardock can do it without eating up processor time why can't M$? Besides that, Kooldock and a number of other packages can give similar if not identical fuctionality in linux.....at no cost.Way back in the 90's ....... ATI...; Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating systems, DeskScapes 2.0, Stardock, Vista elite, Animated Wallpaper, longer just, elite, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows; Discussion threads 2007-11-13
DeskScapes 2.0: 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 --...; Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista, Wallpaper, Microsoft Corp., Stardock, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows, Software, Mary Jo Foley; Blog posts 2007-11-13

Stardock Reaktor (exe): Put yourself into thrilling action-puzzle adventure. Your task is to clean broken nuclear reactors and save 15 planets from destruction. You must match colored plutonium blocks to terminate them. If they touch the reaktor core, you're gone. Enjoy 3D accelerated graphics and stunning sound effects. Use your skills and powerful...; Tags: Stardock; Software downloads 2005-08-17

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Crytek: We seem to lead the charts in piracy by a large margin: Crytek: We seem to lead the charts in piracy by a large marginTribes 2 was the sameAges ago, "Tribes 2" was way too powerful for the hardware at the time, and sales were negatively affected partially as a result.RE: Crytek: We seem to lead the charts in piracy by a...; Tags: Games, game, piracy, Crysis, hardware; Discussion threads 2008-04-30
What would you change (first) about Windows' look and feel?: What would you change first about Windows' look and feel?RE: What would you change first about Windows' look and feel?With so many people nowadays using widescreen monitors, I would reserve a portion of the screen for all the MS junk to happen in there (notifications, warnings, popups, etc.) and leave...; Tags: Operating systems, Office 7, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office; Discussion threads 2008-04-30
Microsoft releases more Ultimate Extras - Search parties are out looking for the "Wow!": Microsoft releases more Ultimate Extras - Search parties are out looking for the "Wow!"Microsoft tried this stunt with Plus!...and look how that went....RE: Microsoft releases more Ultimate Extras - Search parties are out looking for theAnyone who thought Ultimate Extras was any more than a marketing ploy was kidding themselves....; Tags: Microsoft Corp., Ultimate Extras; Discussion threads 2008-04-23
Microsoft 'officially' announces XP SP3 public test build: Microsoft 'officially' announces XP SP3 public test buildVista: No WOW, No How![url=http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,140583-page,5-c,techindustrytrends/article.html#]FYI[/url]I am updating my VM XP to SP3 without any reservation whatsoever. More than good enough.ThanksXP SP3I have installed SP3 on a couple of machines, including my primary system at the office, and it seems to work...; Tags: Microsoft Corp., XP SP3, Microsoft Windows XP; Discussion threads 2007-12-19
DeskScapes (exe): Stardock DeskScapes is a program for users of Windows Vista Ultimate who have the Ultimate Extra Windows DreamScene installed. DeskScapes extends Windows DreamScene to support dynamic (real-time) animated wallpaper, wallpaper with triggers, and adds support for the .DREAM animated wallpaper format. Version 1.02 adds more power management options, fixes a...; Tags: Power Management, Wallpaper, Stardock DeskScapes, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating Systems, Software; Software downloads 2007-11-29
Windows Ultimate Extras update - Windows DreamScene goes final, but no language packs: Some good news for those waiting for the final release of Windows DreamScene: Today Microsoft is making available the final code for Windows DreamScene™, an Ultimate Extra that enables high-definition video content to be displayed as the desktop background. PC users running Windows Vista Ultimate will also have access...; Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista, Ultimate Extras Team, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating Systems, Software, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes; Blog posts 2007-09-25
Microsoft 'Halo 3' wins high marks from reviewers: Microsoft 'Halo 3' wins high marks from reviewersPerfect 10What other kind of score would you expect Microsoft software to be given? They have their mojo working on all fronts these days. New live search interface and capabilities that are another perfect 10. Look out Google, i think you got...; Tags: Games, game, Halo 3, Microsoft Corp., reviewer, Microsoft Windows Vista; Discussion threads 2007-09-23
Stardock Central (exe): Stardock Central is an enhanced download manager that enables users to install and manage Stardock's software products. As a download manager, it can securely and reliably deliver software content to users. It supports download resume, download queues, and mirrored servers. It also includes integrated chat so users can talk to...; Tags: Customer Service, Download Manager, Stardock Central, Product Marketing, Tools & Techniques, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Marketing, Management, Enterprise Software, Software; Software downloads 2007-08-02
Microsoft hones its future Windows feature-set list: Microsoft hones its future Windows feature-set listStill frustatingEven with auto update turned to notify it is still annoying.There are times when something crops up after I have started the update installation that means I don't want to reboot my machine for some time afterwards.It quickly becomes extremely irritating when it...; Tags: Microsoft Windows, PRODUCTIVITY, Operating systems, Web browsers, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, Digital media, Restart, dialog box, Microsoft Corp.; Discussion threads 2007-07-12
Friday Rant - Copy protection on computer game discs: Friday Rant - Copy protection on computer game discsI'm one of those "legitimate" users...Who bypasses the protection scheme so I can play my games without the copy protection.It's annoying, especially those stupid keys you have to put in for what? I can understand the need if it has online play...; Tags: Games, disc, Microsoft Corp., game, copy protection, CD, computer game, computer; Discussion threads 2007-06-22
The Right Tool for the Job? (Stardock ObjectDock: The Right Tool for the Job?): The Right Tool for the Job? (Stardock ObjectDock: The Right Tool for the Job?)ObjectDockThis was not very informative. Most of us look to get some benefit out of added software. Is there any with this? Having read through the article I have no better idea than I...; Tags: Recruitment & Selection, PRODUCTIVITY, Stardock ObjectDock, Toolbox, job, tool; Discussion threads 2007-06-14
News to know: Father's day PC; FBI vs botnets; eBay vs. Google; Leopard vs. Vista sequel: Notable headlines:George Ou: Build the biggest bang per dollar PCs: June 2007 Edition.Microsoft signs technology pact with Linspire.Ryan Naraine: 'Operation Bot Roast' nets million-strong botnet operation. Exploit Wednesday follows Patch Tuesday.Gallery: Stardock ObjectDock: The Right Tool for the Job?Mary Jo Foley: Leopard vs. Vista: Take two. Microsoft's next developer platform...; Tags: News to know, General; Blog posts 2007-06-14
Stardock ObjectDock: The Right Tool for the Job?: By Anthony SullivanI've always enjoyed User Interface customization because it allows you to personalize your interface as well as increase ease of use and productivity.Stardocks ObjectDock has been around for a while as a tool to add additional functionality to your Windows interface.Object Dock is, at it's core, a taskbar...; Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, job, Stardock ObjectDock, breeze, ease of use, customization, tool, Apple Inc., Microsoft Windows; Image galleries 2007-06-12
Vista's UAC needs an overhaul. Ideas?: Vista's UAC needs an overhaul. Ideas?It's the user who needs the overhaul, not UACPeople need to get it through to their thick heads that you shouldn't install every free or pirated program you stumble across. And if the PITA that UAC is helps accomplish that goal, then keep it the...; Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), SECURITY, Microsoft Windows Vista, UAC; Discussion threads 2007-02-21