Use Hidden International Wallpapers and Themes
When you first install Windows 7, it asks for your language, time and currency. Based on your responses, it installs a set of wallpapers and themes. If you choose English (United States) for your time and currency format, for example, the available desktop backgrounds and themes will include a United States section with scenery from locations such as Maine, the Southwest and so on.
Hidden, though, are background scenery and themes from other English-speaking countries -- Australia, Canada, Great Britain and South Africa. Normally, you can't access those backgrounds or themes, but there is a simple way you can install and use them:
1. In the search box in the Start menu, type C:\Windows\Globalization\MCT and press Enter. (Note: If Windows 7 is installed in a drive other than C:, use that letter instead.)
2. Windows Explorer will launch and show you a list of subfolders under C:\Windows\Globalization\MCT: MCT-AU, MCT-CA, MCT-GB, MCT-US, and MCT-ZA. Each subfolder has wallpapers for a specific country: AU for Australia, CA for Canada, GB for Great Britain, US for the United States, and ZA for South Africa.
For any of the countries whose wallpaper and themes you want to use, go into its Theme folder, for example, C:\Windows\Globalization\MCT\MCT-ZA\Theme. Double-click the theme you see there (for example ZA).
A South Africa theme, ready to use.
Click to view larger image.
3. That will install a shortcut to the theme and wallpapers in the Personalization section of Control Panel.
You can now use them as you would any other theme or background, by right-clicking the desktop, choosing Personalize, and choosing a background or theme. They will be listed in their own section.
Windows 7 RTM Pre Activated
When you first install Windows 7, it asks for your language, time and currency. Based on your responses, it installs a set of wallpapers and themes. If you choose English (United States) for your time and currency format, for example, the available desktop backgrounds and themes will include a United States section with scenery from locations such as Maine, the Southwest and so on.
Hidden, though, are background scenery and themes from other English-speaking countries -- Australia, Canada, Great Britain and South Africa. Normally, you can't access those backgrounds or themes, but there is a simple way you can install and use them:
1. In the search box in the Start menu, type C:\Windows\Globalization\MCT and press Enter. (Note: If Windows 7 is installed in a drive other than C:, use that letter instead.)
2. Windows Explorer will launch and show you a list of subfolders under C:\Windows\Globalization\MCT: MCT-AU, MCT-CA, MCT-GB, MCT-US, and MCT-ZA. Each subfolder has wallpapers for a specific country: AU for Australia, CA for Canada, GB for Great Britain, US for the United States, and ZA for South Africa.
For any of the countries whose wallpaper and themes you want to use, go into its Theme folder, for example, C:\Windows\Globalization\MCT\MCT-ZA\Theme. Double-click the theme you see there (for example ZA).
A South Africa theme, ready to use.
Click to view larger image.
3. That will install a shortcut to the theme and wallpapers in the Personalization section of Control Panel.
You can now use them as you would any other theme or background, by right-clicking the desktop, choosing Personalize, and choosing a background or theme. They will be listed in their own section.
Windows 7 RTM Pre Activated
Everything you'll need to build your own Auto-Activating Windows 7 RTM ISO. OEM logos and info included.
Certs of many manufactures for those with modified BIOS included.
Links are provided if you don't have Windows 7 Ultimate RTM 32 or 64 Bit and need a reliable source. The hash numbers are present to check the authenticity of your ISO image with HashCalc v2.02 if you like.
HashCalc v2.02 is included. The previous leaked builds of Windows 7 Ultimate RTM and the new ones from Technet/MSDN are the same. The hashes are identical.
Basically you'll make a DVD folder, copy the content of your RTM DVD, then run a Batch file...
Then burn to DVD and for installation.
Download:
Pre-Activated Windows 7 RTM DVD Kit v2.1 (link 1)
Pre-Activated Windows 7 RTM DVD Kit v2.1 (link 2)
Pre-Activated Windows 7 RTM DVD Kit v2.1 (link 3)
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Microsoft has made available a trial version of Windows 7
Enterprise in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. According to Microsoft, "It is designed specifically for IT Professionals, so that you can test your software and hardware on a final version of the product. In addition, it provides the opportunity for you to become more familiar with the key improvements over previous versions of the Windows operating system, and experience firsthand how Windows 7 can make your PC environment more productive, secure, and manageable." The free trial version is available as DVD images or a VHD (virtual hard disk) file for use in Virtual PC or Hyper-V Server.
Download 32-bit or 64-bit Windows 7 Enterprise Trial
Download 32-bit VHD Windows 7 Enterprise Trial
Keep in mind that Windows 7 Enterprise is equivalent to Windows 7 Ultimate.
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Ultimate List of Windows 7 Tips & Tricks
Windows 7 has just been released to the
general public and there are several tips and tricks flying around on several blogs, just like our earlier ultimate lists where we collect and share some
of the best tips and tricks for a product, here are some of the best tips and
tricks for Windows 7.
Windows 7 Features Walkthrough
Want to learn what is new in Windows 7? The How-To-Geek has put up acomprehensive screenshot tour, which walks you through the new features in Windows 7. Take a look at what you should expect from Windows 7
beta to learn more.
10
Things You Should Know Before Installing Windows 7
Windows 7 is in beta, and there are
bound to be several things which will not work. The Windows 7 center has a list
of 10 things you should know before you
install Windows 7.
Dual Boot Windows 7 With Windows XP and Vista
Windows 7 is still in betaand it would be a tad bit early to get a brand new PC to just run Windows 7, so it makes more sense
for users to stick to a current machine and dual boot Windows 7 with the current
operating system. Adam Pash from Lifehacker has put up a
nice tutorial using which you can dual boot Windows 7 with Windows XP
and Vista.
What are Windows 7 System Requirements?
Windows 7 is not as resourcehungry as Windows Vista, and you can run Windows 7 on a
really low configuration. Learn more about the Windows 7 System Requirements.
How To Get Genuine Windows 7 Beta Product Key?
If you have downloaded Windows 7 Beta 32-bit or 64-bit, you will not be able to runit unless you use a valid product key, read our earlier guide to know, how you
can get a Genuine Windows 7 Beta Product Key.
List of Compatible Anti-Virus for Windows 7
Windows is one of the most exploited operatingsystem and you definitely cannot survive online threats without a good anti-virus and anti-spyware software. The How-To-Geek
lists has compiled a list of Anti-virus softwares compatible with
Windows 7.
5 Great Features in Windows 7
Martin from Ghacks talks about 5 Great Features youshould know about in Windows 7, he promises that those features are not just run
of the mill.
Extend Windows 7 Trail From 30 To 120 Days
The Windows 7 product keysare programmed to run for 30 days, however the How-To-Geek has a tutorial that
will help you extend Windows 7 trial period from 30
to 120 days.
Shortcut Keys in Windows 7
Shortcut Keys definitely save users a lot oftime, and Minty White has come up with a handy list of shortcut keys available in Windows 7, definite
time saver.
Hidden Themes In Windows 7
The latest versions of Windows are more aboutlooks, and Windows themes are definitely a craze, however Windows 7 does not
allow users to use all the themes out of the box. Nirmal points out a neat trick
that will allow you to use all the hidden themes in Windows 7.
How To Remove “Send Feedback” link from Windows 7 Title Bar?
Windows 7is in beta mode and Microsoft is looking for feedback, fair enough, however many
users are irked to see the “Send Feedback” link in the title bar of all the
windows, Minty White talks about a registry hack that will allow users to remove the “Send Feedback” link from
Windows 7 title bar.
Windows 7 Problem Steps Recorder
Windows 7 comes with a useful tool“Problem Steps Recorder” that will allow users to record screen activities just
like a regular screen capture program albeit for debugging purpose. The I
Started Something blog tells us more about the Problem Steps Recorder and
how you can use it.
How To Enable Aero In Windows 7?
We all love eye candy, but with thatcomes the need of a higher configuration PC. BlogsDNA tells us how to Enable Aero in Windows 7
on a decent configured PC.
How To Set Taskbar Buttons to Show Text Instead of Icons Only?
Windows 7has a icon only taskbar, however Tech Recipes shows
users How to set the Taskbar Buttons to
Show Text Instead of Icons-Only.
How To Enable Run Command In Windows 7?
The run command is hidden bydefault in Windows 7 and blame it on the improvised start menu, however this
trick can help you enable and display the run command in Windows
7.
How to Enable – Disable Taskbar Thumbnails Preview in Windows
7?
BlogsDNA has another interesting tutorial where they talk about the trick to enable or disable the taskbar
thumbnails in Windows 7.
How to Enable – Disable Quick Launch Toolbar in Windows 7?
The QuickLaunch bar has been disabled by default in Windows 7, BlogsDNA tells us How to Enable – Disable Quick Launch
Toolbar in Windows 7
How to Show AM / PM Symbols in System Tray Clock in Windows 7?
Windows 7uses a 24 hour clock to display the time, Tweaking with Vishal shows us change
Clock in Windows 7.
