Windows XP Mode runs many older Windows XP productivity programs and that are not natively compatible with Windows 7, thus helping realize cost savings and reduce possible operational downtime by extending the life of existing software. Unfortunatly XP Mode is only available for Windows 7 Enterprise, Professional and Ultimate SKU's, if you are using another SKU you won't be able to run the XP Mode.

LockHunter is a free tool to delete files blocked by something you do not know. LockHunter is useful for fighting against malware, and other programs that are blocking files without a reason. Unlike other similar tools it deletes files into the recycle bin so you may restore them if deleted by mistake.

Last week I stumbled across OrbLog, a weblog which offers a few awesome Windows Sidebar gadgets. Allthough the blog is in German, the gadgets are available in English. Check out this article for more info.

I noticed Microsoft is trying to push installation of IE8 through Windows Update, for the ones not ready for this change they released "The Internet Explorer 8 Blocker Toolkit". The Internet Explorer 8 Blocker Toolkit enables IT Administrators to disable automatic delivery of Internet Explorer 8 as a high-priority update via Automatic Updates and the Windows Update and Microsoft Update sites.

I have found yet another update for the USB DISK Pro software that comes with one of those Samsung Mighty Drives, The software is labeled "USB DISK Pro Security App". This version should have improved Vista compatibility.