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{{Infobox bootleg |
{{Infobox bootleg |
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|title = Windows 97 |
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|screenshot = Win97_Desktop.png |
|screenshot = Win97_Desktop.png |
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|original_os = [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 3.x|Windows 3.1]] |
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|original_os = [[Windows 3.x|Windows 3.1]] |
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|release_date = 2012 |
|release_date = 2012 |
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|creator = Ideeman1994 |
|creator = Ideeman1994 |
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|country = Belgium |
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|language = English |
|language = English |
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|arch = x86 (16-bit) |
|arch = x86 (16-bit) |
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|size = 30 MB (not including boot floppy) |
|size = 30 MB (not including boot floppy) |
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|download = |
|download = {{link|url=https://crustywindo.ws/collection/Windows%203.1/win9735enstable.zip|name=win9735enstable.zip}} |
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|archiveadd = December 10, 2021 |
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'''Windows 97''' (version 3.5 stable) is a bootleg [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 3.x|Windows 3.1]] edition, which was created by Ideeman1994. It released in 2012, and was added to the archive on December 10, 2021. |
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'''Windows 97''' is a bootleg Windows edition created by Ideeman1994 released in 2012. |
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== Description == |
== Description == |
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The bootleg is a modified Windows 3.1 ISO which styles the OS with a Windows 95 theme and even includes some old customization programs to complete the look |
The bootleg is a modified Windows 3.1 ISO which styles the OS with a Windows 95 theme and even includes some old customization programs to complete the look. |
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The setup used is a completely custom one, using a specialized Windows 3.1 PE running a Delphi-based installer. The installation is done using a batch script which copies the "mini 3.1" to the C drive (assuming the user has already formatted it) and runs the setup. A boot floppy is required to install the OS. |
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== Changes from Windows 3.1 == |
== Changes from Windows 3.1 == |
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=== Changes in pre-desktop procedures === |
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* The setup has been completely replaced with a custom one |
* The setup has been completely replaced with a custom one |
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* The setup background is the Windows 95 setup |
* New setup graphics. The setup background is the Windows 95 setup |
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* The boot screen is changed to a Windows 95 style one. It is static due to technical limitations |
* New boot graphics. The boot screen is changed to a Windows 95 style one. It is static due to technical limitations |
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=== Look and feel === |
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* The shell is replaced with Calmira, a Delphi-based Windows 95-like shell |
* The shell is replaced with Calmira, a Delphi-based Windows 95-like shell |
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* The window buttons have now been themed to Windows 95 |
* The window buttons have now been themed to Windows 95 |
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* 1 new program included, FreeCell |
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* The OS now supports (some) of the Win32 API thanks to Win32s being included |
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== Software == |
== Software == |
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* Win32s |
* Win32s |
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=== Games === |
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* FreeCell |
* FreeCell |
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=== Customization Utilities === |
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* Mask98 |
* Mask98 |
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* Calmira |
* Calmira |
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== Notes == |
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=== Bootleg quirks === |
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* You can launch the OS as a live CD from the startup menu. |
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== Gallery == |
== Gallery == |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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Win97_Setup.png | Initial screen |
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Win97_Format.png | Setup while it's formatting |
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Win97_Installing.png | Setup in the graphical phase |
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Win97_Boot.png | Boot screen |
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Win97_Desktop.png | Empty desktop |
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Win97_StartMenu.png | Start menu |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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[[Category:Bootlegs originating from Europe]] |
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[[Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 3.x]] |
[[Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 3.x]] |
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[[Category:Bootlegs]] |
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Latest revision as of 19:04, 7 June 2024
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Original OS | Windows 3.1 |
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Release date | 2012 |
Author | Ideeman1994 |
Country | Belgium |
Language(s) | English |
Architecture(s) | x86 (16-bit) |
File size | 30 MB (not including boot floppy) |
Download link | win9735enstable.zip |
Date added | December 10, 2021 |
Live CD | No |
Windows 97 (version 3.5 stable) is a bootleg Windows 3.1 edition, which was created by Ideeman1994. It released in 2012, and was added to the archive on December 10, 2021.
Description
The bootleg is a modified Windows 3.1 ISO which styles the OS with a Windows 95 theme and even includes some old customization programs to complete the look.
The setup used is a completely custom one, using a specialized Windows 3.1 PE running a Delphi-based installer. The installation is done using a batch script which copies the "mini 3.1" to the C drive (assuming the user has already formatted it) and runs the setup. A boot floppy is required to install the OS.
Changes from Windows 3.1
Changes in pre-desktop procedures
- The setup has been completely replaced with a custom one
- New setup graphics. The setup background is the Windows 95 setup
- New boot graphics. The boot screen is changed to a Windows 95 style one. It is static due to technical limitations
Look and feel
- New default theme, and wallpaper. The default wallpaper is set to the Windows 95 setup, with the author's branding added and a copyright disclaimer on the top right
- The shell is replaced with Calmira, a Delphi-based Windows 95-like shell
- The window buttons have now been themed to Windows 95
Software
- Win32s
Games
- FreeCell
Customization Utilities
- Mask98
- Calmira
Notes
Bootleg quirks
- The start menu banner's text is renamed to Windows 97.
- You can launch the OS as a live CD from the startup menu.
Gallery
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Initial screen
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Setup while it's formatting
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Setup in the graphical phase
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Boot screen
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Empty desktop
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Start menu