ObjectDock

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ObjectDock is a computer program providing a dock similar to that in the Mac OS X Aqua GUI. It is distributed under the Object Desktop brand by Stardock for Windows 2000, XP and later operating systems, and comes in Free and Plus versions.

[edit] Features

Items on the dock can be set to 'zoom' when the mouse passes over them

ObjectDock allows the user to place shortcuts to any program in a "dock." This provides windows users functionality similar to the of Mac OS X. The program comes in two versions, free, and a paid version offering more features. Both are available at http://www.stardock.com/products/objectdock/

ObjectDock can be used simply as a program launcher, or as a complete taskbar replacement.

ObjectDock functionality can be enhanced with plugins such as weather, streaming news, and others.

A customized dock with active programs on the left, windows functions, categorized programs and downloaded dockets on the right. This bar replaces the need for a Windows start bar and icons on the desktop.

[edit] Versions

The current version is 1.9 for both Plus and Free editions. Added are preliminary Vista support, resource-searching, improved drag n'drop, and new zoom effects. Complete list at ObjectDock 1.5 Feature Guide

[edit] Competitors

Other software exists with similar functionality:

• RocketDock
• MobyDock
• Y'z Dock
• RK Launcher

[edit] See also

• Object Desktop
• Stardock
• RocketDock

[edit] External links

• ObjectDock home page
• Review and pictorial walkthrough of ObjectDock at zdnet.com