http://arstechnica.com/security/2012/07/microsoft-fix-kills-windows-gadgets/
When working on machines with sidebars it's the first thing I disable.... I've always hated them as they can slow boot so much and are of no interest to me anyway.
Just shows the importance of watching what gadgets you download if you use a sidebar.
I can't stand that sidebar.
I love the few gadgets I have, just sayin
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