How configurable is Windows? (request for info)

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From: Richard Hesketh
Date: Wed, 14 Mar 1990 12:09

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I would like to know about any mechanisms and tools available in Windows
(any version or incarnation) that allow the user to modify his windows and
working environment.  Examples of configuration/tailoring tools in other
window systems are ResEdit on the Mac and the resources database on the
X Window System.

How configurable are Windows?
How are these mechanisms presented to the user? (editors/dialog boxes/files)
Can I change colours, font, titles?
Can I create new pull-down menu entries?
Can I combine tasks via "batch" files and have then visibly executable
 .. eg from a menu or other buttons/dialog boxes?

I'm really looking for references to papers/reviews/articles that give answers
to these questions.  I don't have direct access to Windows so manuals
are a bit short on the ground! 

thanks for any info,

Richard

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Subject: How configurable is Windows? (request for info)
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