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'''Windows 8 Darkness 2.0''' is a bootleg [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 8.x|Windows 8]] edition, which was created by SalvaXP. It released on February 11, 2013, and was added to the archive on June 2, 2023.
'''Windows 8 Darkness 2.0''' is a bootleg [[:Category:Bootlegs based on Windows 8.x|Windows 8 Enterprise]] edition, which was created by SalvaXP. It released on February 11, 2013, and was added to the archive on June 2, 2023.


== Description ==
== Description ==
The bootleg is a modified Windows 8 ISO. It comes with many programs included, predominantly DesktopX widgets that don't function by default. It comes with some themes, some wallpapers and some other things. That's all.
The bootleg is a modified Windows 8 Enterprise ISO. It comes with many programs included, predominantly DesktopX widgets that don't function by default. It comes with some themes, some wallpapers and some other things. That's all.


The setup boots into the partition screen. After setup, the OS will boot into the lock screen by default. Then after logging in, Post Install by SalvaXP (based on RunOnceEx) will open which will install all of the bundled programs on the CD.
The setup boots into the partition screen. After setup, the OS will boot into the lock screen by default. Then after logging in, Post Install by SalvaXP (based on RunOnceEx) will open which will install all of the bundled programs on the CD.
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It is unattended and preactivated. The ISO was made using WinReducer 0.36.
It is unattended and preactivated. The ISO was made using WinReducer 0.36.


== Changes from Windows 8 ==
== Changes from Windows 8 Enterprise ==
=== Minor changes ===
=== Minor changes ===
* The setup OS text is now changed to "Windows 8 Darkness V.2.0 - coded by SalvaXP®".
* The window buttons are now bigger, this is most noticeable when using the default theme
* The window buttons are now bigger, this is most noticeable when using the default theme
* The Start orb is changed. There is one new orb included that's listed but not used.
* The Start orb is changed. There is one new orb included that's listed but not used.
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* StartIsBack Beta 4 (cracked, registered to Lord Spectre)
* StartIsBack Beta 4 (cracked, registered to Lord Spectre)
* UAC -> WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs <code>regedit /S uac.reg</code> which sets ConsentPromptBehaviorAdmin, EnableLUA and PromptOnSecureDesktop to 0
* UAC -> WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs <code>regedit /S uac.reg</code> which sets ConsentPromptBehaviorAdmin, EnableLUA and PromptOnSecureDesktop to 0
* Menu cont Italiano > WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs <code>Regedit.exe /I /s Install.reg</code> which sets a bunch of registry tweaks (namely adding in a bunch of My Computer/other places context menu entries in Italian language, setting RocketDock to run on startup, )
* Menu cont Italiano > WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs <code>Regedit.exe /I /s Install.reg</code> which sets a bunch of registry tweaks (namely adding in a bunch of My Computer/other places context menu entries in Italian language, setting RocketDock to run on startup, etc.)
* Yod'm 3D 1.3
* Yod'm 3D 1.3
* Agamennon
* Agamennon
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* RicercaGoogle-SalvaXP
* RicercaGoogle-SalvaXP
* RocketDock -> WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs <code>RocketDock.reg</code> which sets RocketDock to run on startup (even though Menu cont Italiano already did so)
* RocketDock -> WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs <code>RocketDock.reg</code> which sets RocketDock to run on startup (even though Menu cont Italiano already did so)
* UltraISO Premium Edition 9.3.6.2750 (cracked, registered name was left blank, in Italian; Skat666 repack)
* UltraISO Premium Edition 9.3.6.2750 (cracked, blank registration name, in Italian; [[:Category:Bootlegs created by Skat666|Skat666]] repack)
* Adobe Reader 11.0.0
* Adobe Reader 11.0.0
* Mozilla Firefox 18.0.1
* Mozilla Firefox 18.0.1
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== Notes ==
== Notes ==
=== Bootleg quirks ===
=== Bootleg quirks ===
* The funny thing is, DesktopX executables are incompatible with Windows 8 and the author completely neglected this fact, therefore NONE of them will run. You have to set the compatibility mode to Windows XP SP3 to get them to fully work. Only "Bouncyclock" will run without it.
* The funny thing is, DesktopX executables are incompatible with Windows 8. Since the author completely neglected this fact, NONE of them will run by default. You have to set the compatibility mode to Windows XP SP3 to get them to fully work. Only "Bouncyclock" will run without it.
* Since Java 7 is an online installer, it will not work without an internet connection.
* Since Java 7 is an online installer, it will not work without an internet connection.


Latest revision as of 09:42, 10 October 2024

Windows 8 Darkness 2.0
Crusty Windows bootleg
The desktop of Windows 8 Darkness 2.0
The desktop of Windows 8 Darkness 2.0
Original OSWindows 8 Enterprise
Release dateFebruary 12, 2013
AuthorSalvaXP
CountryItaly
Language(s)Italian
Architecture(s)x64 (64-bit)
File size4.2 GiB
Download linkWindows_8_Darkness_V.2.0_-_coded_by_SalvaXP.iso
Date addedJune 2, 2023

Windows 8 Darkness 2.0 is a bootleg Windows 8 Enterprise edition, which was created by SalvaXP. It released on February 11, 2013, and was added to the archive on June 2, 2023.

Description

The bootleg is a modified Windows 8 Enterprise ISO. It comes with many programs included, predominantly DesktopX widgets that don't function by default. It comes with some themes, some wallpapers and some other things. That's all.

The setup boots into the partition screen. After setup, the OS will boot into the lock screen by default. Then after logging in, Post Install by SalvaXP (based on RunOnceEx) will open which will install all of the bundled programs on the CD.

It is unattended and preactivated. The ISO was made using WinReducer 0.36.

Changes from Windows 8 Enterprise

Minor changes

  • The setup OS text is now changed to "Windows 8 Darkness V.2.0 - coded by SalvaXP®".
  • The window buttons are now bigger, this is most noticeable when using the default theme
  • The Start orb is changed. There is one new orb included that's listed but not used.

Changes in pre-desktop procedures

  • New pre-pre-setup graphics, pre-setup graphics and setup graphics. The setup window background has been changed and there is now a transparent border in place of the original one

Look and feel

  • New default theme, and wallpaper
  • 1 new theme included
  • The "Windows" wallpaper set has been replaced with new wallpapers
  • New cursor set
  • New default avatar

Software

Customization Utilities

  • RocketDock 1.3.5 (comes with new skin and icon set)

Software on the CD

  • StartIsBack Beta 4 (cracked, registered to Lord Spectre)
  • UAC -> WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs regedit /S uac.reg which sets ConsentPromptBehaviorAdmin, EnableLUA and PromptOnSecureDesktop to 0
  • Menu cont Italiano > WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs Regedit.exe /I /s Install.reg which sets a bunch of registry tweaks (namely adding in a bunch of My Computer/other places context menu entries in Italian language, setting RocketDock to run on startup, etc.)
  • Yod'm 3D 1.3
  • Agamennon
  • Alianbone
  • AO
  • BlisterPack
  • Bouncyclock
  • BreezeFor7MultiWidget
  • Clocck (sic)
  • Compaq
  • Firefox
  • Futuristic
  • GT3 CPU Monitor
  • GT3 Digital Clock
  • GT3 Media
  • Iexploreicon
  • IndingoMultir
  • Hardrive
  • iFace iexplore
  • Notes
  • PostaSalvaXP
  • p85meters
  • SDNavigator
  • SDwebBrowser
  • RicercaGoogle-SalvaXP
  • RocketDock -> WinRAR SFX which runs a batch script which runs RocketDock.reg which sets RocketDock to run on startup (even though Menu cont Italiano already did so)
  • UltraISO Premium Edition 9.3.6.2750 (cracked, blank registration name, in Italian; Skat666 repack)
  • Adobe Reader 11.0.0
  • Mozilla Firefox 18.0.1
  • Madotate 2.02.02
  • install -> Adobe Flash Player 11.5.502.146 (ActiveX)
  • K-Lite Codec Pack 9.6.5 Full
  • Notepad++ 6.2.3
  • CircleDock 0.9.2 Alpha 8
  • AIMP 3.20.1165
  • Java 7 Update 10
  • Unlocker 1.9.1 x64
  • Adobe Flash Player 11.5.502.146 (NPAPI)
  • WinRAR 4.20
  • TeraCopy 2.27
  • Thoosje Sidebar 4.0
  • Mozilla Thunderbird 17.0.2
  • VLC Media Player 2.0.5
  • Revo Uninstaller PRO 2.5.9 (in Italian)
  • Ashampoo Burning Studio 11.0.4
  • RegCure Pro 3.1.1 (cracked)
  • Cobalt
  • Infopanel
  • killermeters
  • Navigation
  • p23
  • ViennaStartbar
  • Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 14.0.4760.1000 (cracked)

Notes

Bootleg quirks

  • The funny thing is, DesktopX executables are incompatible with Windows 8. Since the author completely neglected this fact, NONE of them will run by default. You have to set the compatibility mode to Windows XP SP3 to get them to fully work. Only "Bouncyclock" will run without it.
  • Since Java 7 is an online installer, it will not work without an internet connection.

CD contents and other info

  • The CD label is set to "WINDOWS 8 DARKNESS V.2.0".
  • The CD has a new icon.

Gallery

  • Pre-pre-setup

    Pre-pre-setup

  • Pre-setup

    Pre-setup

  • Setup

    Setup

  • Setup while it's copying files

    Setup while it's copying files

  • Lock screen

    Lock screen

  • Login screen

    Login screen

  • Pre-desktop

    Pre-desktop

  • Desktop on first boot

    Desktop on first boot

  • Empty desktop

    Empty desktop

  • Start menu ("famine" theme)

    Start menu ("famine" theme)

  • System Properties

    System Properties

  • About Windows

    About Windows

Themes

  • "Gray8" theme

    "Gray8" theme

Extracted resources

  • CD Icon 1

    CD Icon 1

  • CD Icon 2

    CD Icon 2

  • CD Icon 3

    CD Icon 3

  • CD Icon 4

    CD Icon 4

  • CD Icon 5

    CD Icon 5

  • CD Icon 6

    CD Icon 6

  • CD Icon 7

    CD Icon 7

  • CD Icon 8

    CD Icon 8

  • See how big those buttons are?

    See how big those buttons are?

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