Work on Windows XP but feel like working on Vista

Use these freebies to transform XP into an Vista.

Do you feel like longing to have a feel like working on Vista but without spending loads of bucks, then you can use these freebies and load on your old XP to emulate the Vista experience.

You can find all of the free tools and more online at "Add Vista Features to XP."

What's New in Vista -

Desktop Sidebar:It has a handy Windows sidebar with calendars, calculators, a quick link to your media player, and RSS feeds. Similarly the Desktop Sidebar has similar features, with hundreds of add-ons features. Even you can find here a file browser, news updates and an e-mail checking facility.
If it scares yoy and you feel it is too complicated for you, then you can try the simpler LaunchBar Commander.

Vista Start Menu: With this you can create a decent fair imitation of Vista's Start menu.

Visual Task Tips: It is a smart tool, which pops up a preview of the open window in the taskbar.

Folder Marker: With this you can easily customize your folder icons and icon backgrounds with Vista icons.