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Old Apr 23, 2011 | 06:46 PM
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I have completed version II of the Corvette theme (more pictures). Just go to http://www.deanblakely.com/corvettetheme.aspx click on the download link and hit open and the theme will be installed on your Windows 7 system.

If you have any questions email me at Gary@DeanBlakely.com.
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Old Apr 23, 2011 | 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by GDeanBlakely
I have completed version II of the Corvette theme (more pictures). Just go to http://www.deanblakely.com/corvettetheme.aspx click on the download link and hit open and the theme will be installed on your Windows 7 system.

If you have any questions email me at Gary@DeanBlakely.com.
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thanks!
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It would be nice to see what's in it before committing to the download!
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Old Apr 23, 2011 | 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by ILLUSHN
It would be nice to see what's in it before committing to the download!
You need to have faith. If you like Corvettes and you run Windows 7 you will like this theme. Also, if you think about it, a free download is really not a big commitment. What's in it are 24 hi res corvette wallpaper pictures.

If you don't like it, I will see to it that you get your money back

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Old Apr 23, 2011 | 08:27 PM
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Thanks a lot, that is great. I had version 1 and you do better each time. I appreciate people who have talents that I don't have.
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Old Apr 23, 2011 | 08:35 PM
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I have been looking for a good Corvette theme for a while now. I hit the jackpot today, finding the forum and the great theme. I love the startup/shutdown sound idea!

Nice work - Thanks!

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Old Apr 24, 2011 | 12:09 AM
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Hi, I downloaded it, thanks, but not for me.
How do I get rid of it?
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Originally Posted by mojoman
Hi, I downloaded it, thanks, but not for me.
How do I get rid of it?
Mojoman,
It's just like any other theme. Right click on the background, select Personalize, and select another theme.
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Hey Gary, where are all the photos stored by version - I recall having provided one and don't even know if you used it or what version it's included in.

I think everyone would like to see the photos before installing. This brings to mind the method of install. Typically one is offered an option to cancel before install - in this case it would have been good avoid the possible concern some of us might have with seeing our desktops immediately change without any forewarning whatsoever.
Also though, if I had not saved my desktop as a template, and if I was not a savy PC user, I might not have been able to readily reset my settings by simply choosing my previous template/settings. Just sayin.....


Is there a way to step through the photos after the install - didn't spend much time looking, but in any case, didn't find it?
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Well I like it! I added my car to the pics, also. Thanks.
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Know what I hate more than spam?

Downloaded stuff that forces a change without FIRST ASKING.

Might as well be sending it from Nigeria...
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I think it's great and especially like the sounds. All it needs is "Slow the *&%$# down!" in a womans sweet voice when you click on an error message.
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I liked version 1, and will download version 2 when I get home tonight. Thanks for your efforts. And the negative comments? As an old friend once told me... "No good deed goes unpunished".
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I am sure glad I own a Mac...
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Originally Posted by pcguy2u
Hey Gary, where are all the photos stored by version - I recall having provided one and don't even know if you used it or what version it's included in.

I think everyone would like to see the photos before installing. This brings to mind the method of install. Typically one is offered an option to cancel before install - in this case it would have been good avoid the possible concern some of us might have with seeing our desktops immediately change without any forewarning whatsoever.
Also though, if I had not saved my desktop as a template, and if I was not a savy PC user, I might not have been able to readily reset my settings by simply choosing my previous template/settings. Just sayin.....


Is there a way to step through the photos after the install - didn't spend much time looking, but in any case, didn't find it?
It's just another theme like all the other themes that come with windows 7. In Windows 7 if you hit personalize you can load any of the themes available from microsoft. You can't see all the pictures first. But you can always load a theme, right click on background, select "show next theme picture" and see the pictures. My theme has 24 pictures and they are random so it might take a few minutes.

If you load any theme, including mine, and don't like it you just load another theme that you like. So, I'm not sure I really understand your point.
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Originally Posted by KenHorse
Know what I hate more than spam?

Downloaded stuff that forces a change without FIRST ASKING.

Might as well be sending it from Nigeria...
When you download my theme you have a choice between hitting "RUN" or "SAVE". This is the standard windows dialog box for downloading files from websites. "RUN" always means "download and install this software." "SAVE" always means "save this file and let me install it later." My download and my theme adhere to windows standards and best practices. Also, it's just a theme and if you don't like it just delete it.
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Originally Posted by vettedoogie
I am sure glad I own a Mac...
You, like all Mac owners, are in "ignorant bliss". But remember, as Apple marketing says: "you are a better person if you own a Mac".

Sorry I couldn't help it. Please don't flame me
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Originally Posted by ninjabob86
I think it's great and especially like the sounds. All it needs is "Slow the *&%$# down!" in a womans sweet voice when you click on an error message.
Version III will have more custom sounds. And that is a great idea!!
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Originally Posted by lsbrodsky
Well I like it! I added my car to the pics, also. Thanks.
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I forgot to mention that themes can be totally customized. Many people may not be aware of that.
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Hell Gary I'm sorry, but I like it a lot
Thanks for taking the time.
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