Information on making an icon file, and which editor or converter should be used. Explains what the ICON (.ICO) format is.

Making your own wav files.

Advances in displays and the advent of energy-saver monitors have virtually eliminated the need for screensavers. Article shows how they really work. By, Jeff Tyson Senior Analyst for HowStuffWorks.

Tutorial covers the basic design tricks, creating the skin, and assembling the skin.

Step by step instructions on how to make themes in Windows 95/98/2000/NT using Plus! or an alternative themes program.

A collection of hints and tips for designing and creating good skins, with a focus on usability.

Making your own icons with PhotoImpact.

Coding Windows screen savers with Delphi.

Examples and guidance on programming or creating screensavers for Windows.

A primer on themes, visual styles, skins, icons and other alternative desktop shell environments, by Bradley Wardell.