XP

Changing the wallpaper in Windows is pretty simple, but if you want to change the logon screen for Windows XP, it takes a minor bit of work.  Nothing too hard though, and it can be accomplished in minutes using LogonStudio XP (free). 
After download and installation, you can head over to WinCustomize which has a [...]

There is a free update for existing users of WindowBlinds available. The most notable feature is the addition of the Explorer Background feature which allows you to apply a background, and adjust the opacity of the Explorer background. Other additions include performance tweaks. WindowBlinds is the easiest, and safest way to change the complete look [...]

The new version of KeepSafe was released today.  KeepSafe is an application which offers real-time data backup while running virtually unnoticed in the background.  It provides a backup of documents, images, etc. in case of a corrupt file, or even not saving a document you were working on. 
Some of the new features include:

Improved User Interface [...]

Stardock is pleased to announce the “official” public release of MyColors. MyColors makes applying premium suites a snap. A MyColors theme includes everything a user needs to completely and safely transform the Windows experience - a new Windows GUI, a new set of icons, gadgets, wallpaper, etc.
Now available on CNET, MyColors includes the “Diamond theme” [...]

I have been getting quite a few messages lately from people wanting to know how to change their Vista cursors.  Many of them are still using CursorXP, and I guess maybe the CursorFX news just hasn’t reached everyone yet.  No big deal though, lets go through the steps on getting some custom cursors on your [...]

Giveawayoftheday.com has a fantastic piece of software up for grabs today.  Evernote (beta), which is an application that allows you to take notes, web clipping, images, etc. and keep them in order.  This new version (still in beta) also allows you to synchronize your notes with other computers that you have Evernote installed on. 
There [...]

I was just browsing through the March issue of PC Magazine and saw that ObjectDock was listed in the "Best Free Software" feature under Application Launchers.
"Windows Organize your application shortcuts in a toolbar that mimics the look and feel of the Macintosh dock, complete with icon animations. It will even mimic Windows Taskbar buttons. Add [...]