Thread: Customizing Vista

Each fresh Windows Vista installation adheres to the default Microsoft settings and works perfectly well out of the box. But did you know that you can tweak and tailor virtually every aspect of Vista to suit your needs, preferences and personality? By experimenting with some of Vista's lesser-known settings and options, you can put your own stamp on your computer and, as we're about to find out, it's well worth doing so. Settings for sounds, images, security, performance and much more can all be altered. Best of all, you don't need to be an expert user to get started - all that's required is a little bit of insider knowledge. Many options can be customised directly within Vista using standard Microsoft settings, but there are also plenty of third-party applications available that provide access to advanced tweaks and tools. We'll take you through a selection of the besfWista customisation tips and tricks. Then it's 0l the Workshops, where you can try them out for yourself.