Update of Windows Vista has changed format of tools/start bars.

Updated Windows Vista installed today (Apr 28, 11). After restarting, the tools/start bar bar returned to the old gray Windows (classic?) format. I tried everything but can't retrieve the standard Vista graphics/format. The customization tool said that it is set to the Standard Format.  Antone have a response to that?  Thank you.

Hi JohnMash,

I suggest you follow the links provided and check if it helps.

Why are some Visual elements will automatically turn off?

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/why-are-some-Visual-elements-being-automatically-turned-off

Solve problems with Windows Aero

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-Windows-Aero

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