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Yes, when 8GadgetPack is installed you can open and install .gadget files made for Windows Vista or Windows 7. But be careful, gadgets can contain, just like other programs, viruses or trojans.
16 sie 2015 · Despite the warning when installing a gadget people seemed to think that it is safe to run any gadget (e.g. like it is to view a website). That is not the case. Opening a gadget is as dangerous as it is to run an .exe file.
2 lip 2020 · I am still running the 8gadgetpack V 30.0 on my machines without any issues, although after every feature update MS thinks that they are not compatible and are being disabled. However it will be a enable link created so nothing actually is lost.
You can verify that 8GadgetPack doesn't contain any viruses on VirusTotal and then follow these steps to add an exception for 8GadgetPack: 1. Double-click on the AVG anti-virus tray icon in the bottom right area.
Is 8GadgetPack safe if you only use the preinstalled gadgets? Is Windows Defender able to detect malware in 3rd party gadgets?
8GadgetPack restores your ability to add and use gadgets on Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7. One note of caution from Microsoft, since individual gadgets can contain viruses, be sure you trust the source of any you choose to install.
If you miss gadgets and are aware of the security risk of third-party gadgets, then 8GadgetPack is your answer to brings back gadgets as safely as possible. After updating Windows you may get the error “8GadgetPack is no longer available and this app was removed from your PC”.
