Desktop Gadgets are small programs or widgets that provide quick access to information or tools on a computer desktop. They are typically placed on the desktop and can display useful information such as weather updates, news headlines, system performance data, or provide quick access to frequently used applications or settings. Desktop Gadgets can be customized by users to fit their needs, and many are available for free download online. They are available on various operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux. However, in recent years, the use of Desktop Gadgets has declined due to security vulnerabilities and their replacement with more modern and secure alternatives, such as desktop widgets or apps.
Does your desktop look incomplete without Gadgets? Earlier, we shared Gadgets Revived and Widget Launcher free applications with you that lets you add gadgets to your Windows PC with ease. In this gearupwindows article, we will talk about a freeware tool, 8GadgetPack, that includes more than 60 gadgets for your Windows 11/ 10 / 8.1 … Read more
To refresh your memory, Microsoft introduced Windows Vista with a new feature, Desktop Gadgets. This was part of Windows 7, but on Windows 8, Microsoft has discharged it and says it is old-fashioned. But, if you are using Windows 10, you are already familiar with a renovated version of Gadgets, which is known as “News … Read more
Gadgets were introduced on Windows Vista, and it was part of Windows 7 too. But, on Windows 8, Microsoft has removed it and says it is outdated. But, a refurbished version of Gadgets was again introduced on Windows 10, which is known as “News and Interests.” Now, Microsoft again introduced it on Windows 11 but … Read more
Desktop Gadgets were introduced by Microsoft in Windows Vista and were obliterated in Windows 8. For the replacement of Gadgets, Microsoft has introduced Tiles and calls them Modern apps. If you are one of those, who are missing a desktop gadget in Windows 10, you can follow this post to get the same. Why do … Read more
