Widgets are an included feature on every version of Windows Vista running on a computer with over 512 MB of RAM ( Vista Capable). Windows Vista is the most recent edition of the Windows line of operating systems. With great power comes great responsibility, and you will want to take a few extra steps to make sure your widget is seen as a trusted part of the user’s daily computing environment. Your widgets are downloaded to the user’s desktop, unpacked, and executed in a local machine trusted state. The Sidebar has three main views and user interactions - docked, flyout, and floating - for rich widget interactions. Windows Vista Sidebar gadgets are mini-applications powered by familiar web technologies. I refer to Microsoft Gadgets for Windows Vista Sidebar as simply “widget” throughout the article to keep things simple. Note: Microsoft calls its widgets “gadgets” in an attempt to avoid more legal battles with Apple. In this article I will walk you through the major components of a Windows Vista Sidebar gadget including major differentiating features, best practices, and tips for widget packaging and distribution.
Windows widgets are permanently docked in a sidebar, providing up-to-date information and easy access to small tasks throughout the day. Microsoft’s Windows Vista operating system includes support for widgets on every desktop.
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