Hacking Windows Vista

Vista is the most radical revamping of Windows since 1995. But along with all the fantastic improvements, there are a couple of things that drive you up the wall. Maybe you're not seeing the performance you expect. Security is better, but boy, is it annoying. And what's with that interface thing that's just in the way? Well, you can fix all that. When you and Steve Sinchak are finished, you'll think Microsoft designed Vista just for you.

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A few of the things you'll learn to do

Tweak logon screen settings

Build custom Sidebar gadgets

Personalize Aero Glass with themes and visual styles

Customize Internet Explorer(R) 7

Configure BIOS for maximum boot speed

Crank up Windows(R) Explorer

Turn your PC into an HDTV Media Center

Fine-tune your firewall

Vista is the most radical revamping of Windows since 1995. However, along with all the fantastic improvements, there are a couple of things that likely drive you up the wall. Don't worry, though--just join forces with author Steve Sinchak and you'll end up feeling as though Microsoft designed Vista just for you He shows you how to tweak logon screen settings, build custom Sidebar gadgets, personalize Aero Glass with themes and visual styles, turn your PC into an HDTV media center, fine-tune your firewall, and more.