Winstep Xtreme

Windows 7 is the newest operating system from Microsoft and even though it has a brand new interface and a better functionality, it still isn't good enough for some users, especially for those who have a lot of shortcuts on the desktop and find it hard to organize them all. The operating system supports changing the color and also the transparency of the taskbar, but not the shape of it. Fortunately, there is a solution to all this and that's the program Winstep Xtreme. Basically, this is a customizable Windows interface suite that combines enhanced functionality and attractive effects with a wide variety of widgets, utilities, task managers, and power tools, all designed to work together seamlessly.

The installation of Winstep Xtreme is one simple process and completes in no time. The software is compatible with most versions of Microsoft Windows, ranging from XP to the newer Windows 7. Despite the fact that it includes a lot of graphical effects and widgets, it takes up little system resources and also little hard disk space, so users with older computers can finally take advantage of the transparency effect found in Windows Vista and 7.

Clicking on the program's executable will automatically bring a brand new look to the desktop. The taskbar will look different and numerous widgets and tools will appear on the screen. Every aspect of this interface can be thoroughly customized. Winstep Xtreme includes some skins for changing its appearance and more can be downloaded from the program's website.

The new interface provided by Winstep Xtreme not only changes the appearance of the taskbar but also adds a new bar over it, which contains various shortcuts, organized in tabs. Therefore, the user can quickly and easily access a needed option without cluttering the desktop with icons.

The modules or widgets included in the program can be displayed anywhere on the desktop and more modules can be downloaded from the producer's website. It's an improved version of the Windows Sidebar feature, included in Windows Vista and 7.