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Windows Vista - Windows Sidebar

What is Windows Sidebar? What are Gadgets?

SUMMARY: Basic information on Windows Vista's Sidebar and visual gadgets.


 

Windows Sidebar is a vertical bar on the Windows Vista desktop that displays visual objects called "gadgets". Gadgets can display information such as the current time, provide a mini notepad where you can jot down important information, display photos as a slideshow, provide quick games for you to play, and more.

Some Windows Sidebar gadgets can communicate over the Internet, displaying updated weather, feeds from various news sources (such as announcements of new tips from MalekTips), items available for purchase on eBay, and more.



 

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