License:
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Freeware
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Operating Systems:
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Windows 7 (32 bit), Windows 7 (64 bit), Windows Server,
Windows Vista (32 bit), Windows Vista (64 bit), Windows XP
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Every new version of Windows involves adapting to change,
and Windows 8 will be no different, promising a radical new look as it attempts
to bestride tablets and phones as well as your laptop or desktop. If all you
want to do is preview the new look and some of the tools on your Windows
7-powered PC, try the Windows 8 UX Pack.
If you’d like to emulate the look on an earlier version of
Windows, you’ll need this Windows 8 Transformation Pack tool instead. It takes
the UX Pack and adds in a number of extra elements that emulate key aspects of
Windows 8 already built into Windows 7 such as the translucent Windows Aero
interface. Basically, if you want to get the Windows 8 look in Vista, XP or
Windows Server, you need this instead.
Installation is simple enough: extract the setup file from
the zip archive, then double-click it to get started. If you’ve installed the
pre-requisites (.NET Framework 4.0, plus .NET Framework 2.0-3.5 if you’re
running Windows Server or the 64-bit version of XP) you can select what to
install and then click Install to see if the program will be able to supply you
with the features you desire.
Be patient, it can take a while to apply everything, and it
occasionally appears stuck, but persevere and if all works you’ll be prompted
to reboot at which point you’ll be able to get a feel for Windows 8.
For Vista and Windows 7 users, the changes will be largely
superficial, with access to the Metro-like user interface and various gadgets
the big attraction. XP users will notice the most radical changes, with a
completely revamped interface to contend with. You may encounter glitches – if
these prove too troublesome, or you decide the new look and feel isn’t for you,
just re-run the setup tool to remove it from your system.
Windows 8 Transformation Pack v6.5 additions and new
features:
-Added ‘Transformation Pack Notes’ in readme about temporary
disabling antivirus software
-Changed default Immersive UI back to Charms Bar
-Fixed default user account configuration not checking requirements causing improper configuration
-Fixed font installation using method from version 5.0 with improved API code
-Fixed launcher incompatibilities with limited user account
-Fixed permission problems with 3rd-party applications
-Fixed Windows version checking error that allows installation on Windows 8
-Removed Aero Frame UI from default configuration as some machines find it not stable enough
-Updated Metro Inspirat theme for Windows XP having Modern UI updated on taskbar and start menu
-Changed default Immersive UI back to Charms Bar
-Fixed default user account configuration not checking requirements causing improper configuration
-Fixed font installation using method from version 5.0 with improved API code
-Fixed launcher incompatibilities with limited user account
-Fixed permission problems with 3rd-party applications
-Fixed Windows version checking error that allows installation on Windows 8
-Removed Aero Frame UI from default configuration as some machines find it not stable enough
-Updated Metro Inspirat theme for Windows XP having Modern UI updated on taskbar and start menu
Verdict:
A surprisingly elegant and effective way to give your ageing
version of Windows a major makeover, but you may encounter the odd glitch. And
make sure you back up your PC first.
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