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The thread discusses various tweaks and hacks for customizing Windows UI features, such as disabling the lock screen, SmartScreen, and the Modern UI. The original poster provides links to these modifications, while a responder advises caution, emphasizing the importance of reading instructions and being aware of potential system issues, like black screens, when applying certain hacks. Overall, the conversation highlights both the availability of customization options and the need for careful implementation to avoid problems.
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Hello there! If you think that Microsoft did a real bad job with the whole Modern UI and other UI changes, you might find these links helpful!

Disable Lock Screen

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Disable SmartScreen

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Get the Start Menu/Orb back

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Enable the Delete Confirmation Prompt

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Enable "Aero Lite" Theme (more similar to Windows 7-style transparent theme)

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Disable hot corners, charms bar/hints, boot straight to desktop

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Disable Metro/Modern UI style bootloader

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Remove Ribbon from Windows Explorer

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Make sure you read the Application note at the top, before trying these. There are a mass of Hacks on Vishal's pages, but you must note if it is current or was used on earlier public releases.
I am a contributor to the site, and have tried several. But the unwary can have a disaster. the last, for example (Remove ribbon) can, according to your particular edition and setup, leave you with a black screen. have an image ready, before trying the hacks.
 

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