Windows 8 Why Can't the Windows 8 Start Screen Look Like This?

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By Paul Thurrott
In the Windows 8 Consumer Preview, we see a hint of the customization capabilities that Microsoft will be adding to the final release of the product. This includes, among other things, the ability to choose between a limited handful of Start screen themes. And while we know more choices are coming, the more I use Windows 8, the more I want to customize this screen. And I’m worried Microsoft won’t go far enough.

Source: Paul Thurott's SuperSite for Windows

 

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And I’m worried Microsoft won’t go far enough.

They haven't allowed a lot of 'customization' before - why would they now?

We'll be stuck with third party tools and hacks.