A recent security update appears to be messing with some Windows 7 PCs by replacing the custom background image with an all-black wallpaper. The timing of the mishap comes on the heels of Windows 7 ...

Reader Edwin wants to know how to change the themes in Windows 7. Specifically, he has multiple photos he wants to use for his desktop background, but can’t find a way to add more than one. If you’ve ...

Relatively simple ways to remove Windows 7's floating-color-balls start-screen animation, and supply your own background images for the operating system's log-on screen and desktop. Dennis O'Reilly ...

win7tripsmall.jpg When I test out a new operating system, especially when I’m dealing with early betas and release candidates, I tend to be very utilitarian, focusing on just the hardcore features and ...

Windows has included a variety of wallpaper images for the desktop background from the beginning, but it is also possible to set a solid color that displays only the color selected from the color ...

In brief: There was once a time when Windows took so long to boot, users could grab a snack or use the restroom while waiting for the desktop to load. A Microsoft veteran recently revealed why things ...

The demise of Windows 7 was supposed to lift PC sales in 2020 Image used with permission by copyright holder While some people feel that Windows 10 and 11 have an appealing look, others appreciate the ...

Q: I upgraded from Windows 7 to Windows 10 a few months back and have been pleased for the most part. One question, though: Windows 7 had a large number of desktop backgrounds available, but it seems ...