What a sidebar package. This ocean themed side package includes a clock, radio, stats, shutdown, email, recycle bin, network, cpu, feedreader, calendar and more. I love the blue colors and light feel to all the gadgets.

Title: Ocean Gadgets
Author: gersma
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Download Ocean Gadgets Sidebar Here

How many of you have hooked up a new Microsoft keyboard and/or mouse and didn’t install the included IntelliPoint software because Windows automatically found the hardware?   As long as things worked when connected, I didn’t miss some of the features that the IntelliPoint Software added. 

But now that I’ve installed the software with Windows Vista, that’s all changed.  The team has added so many improvements in the IntelliPoint software functionality that I thought I’d conclude our 10 Things about Windows Vista series by discussing some of the lesser-known features of the IntelliPoint software.  These features add functionality not only to those who may have problems with the fine print on some sites, but give the hardware more usability for the everyday user as well as the power user and gamer.

I’m using the new Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000 keyboard.  If you’re looking for a new keyboard, check this out - www.microsoft.com/hardware/ultimatekeyboard, now available.   The set features a 2.4GHz Bluetooth super thin, backlit rechargeable keyboard and mouse. The keyboard is easy to use with its ergonomic design, including “My Favorites” programmable hot keys, one-touch access to Windows Media Center and a navigation pad to make navigation even easier.  The

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How many of you have hooked up a new Microsoft keyboard and/or mouse and didn’t install the included IntelliPoint software because Windows automatically found the hardware? As long as things worked when connected, I didn’t miss some of the features that Read More……(read more)

Many PC OEMs ship Windows Vista computers with Windows Sidebar enabled, usually only displaying the simple clock, photos and RSS feed gadgets.  You may’ve found that they install their own home-grown gadgets to show off additional features or apps installed on the PC, or as sales tools for other products.  You may even have turned off the Sidebar because you already have a clock in the systray and you use other ways to check RSS feeds.

If so, you’re missing out, as there’s a Windows Sidebar gadget for almost anything you might want:  PC utilities, music, messaging, traffic reporting, searching or just a quick game can be yours with a click of the mouse.  If you haven’t taken the time to explore gadgets beyond those loaded by default, take a minute to right-click the Sidebar and select ‘Add Gadgets.’  From there, click ‘Get More Gadgets Online’ — you’ll find over 1000 different gadgets available for download.

There are still other ways to find gadgets:  visit the Microsoft Gadgets Gallery, Windows Live Gallery and Code Project for hundreds more.  In addition, you’ll

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Many PC OEMs ship Windows Vista computers with Windows Sidebar enabled, usually only displaying the simple clock, photos and RSS feed gadgets. You may’ve found that they install their own home-grown gadgets to show off additional features or apps installed Read More……(read more)