VistaGlazz

If you're someone who's been using Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system since its release in late January 2008, then you will have undoubtedly noticed the difference in appearance between it and its predecessor, Windows XP. Vista boasts a brand new look-and-feel, with the introduction of the Desktop Manager which has the ability to add a glassy, transparent look to your taskbar and windows.

However, one small drawback is that, as soon as you maximise a window, the transparency disappears and a solid color fills the window borders. Enter VistaGlazz - a useful software tool which alters a few key system files to prevent this behaviour, allowing you to keep the transparency enabled even when you maximise a window. This neat trick, and others, can be achieved with the help of VistaGlazz's patching of your system files, enabling you to use 3rd party themes and styles to fully customise your Windows look and feel.

While some users prefer to stick with Windows XP SP3 or have taken the leap to Windows 7, VistaGlazz is a program that can also accommodate both of these systems, allowing you to customise and enrich your Windows experience. Whether you're a die-hard Vista user, a Windows XP loyalist or a recent convert to Windows 7, VistaGlazz is definitely worth checking out!