Computer Customizer

Computer Customizer is a feather-light and portable application that allows you to personalize the operating ysstem by enabling or disabling several features, as well as by revoking access to My Computer.

As there is no setup pack involved, you can save the executable file in any part of the hard disk and just click it to launch the app. An alternative is to keep it stored on a USB flash drive to be able to directly run it on any computer with minimum effort.

Plus, it doesn't edit Windows registry settings. Just make sure to run Computer Customizer with administrative rights, though.

The GUI is user-friendly, made from a single window with a neatly organized structure, where you can explore all options in different tabs.

It's possible to enable or disable Internet Explorer, Action Center, Display, fonts, the system, autoplay, default location, admin tools, desktop gadgets, Windows updates, the language selector, Folder Options, Control Panel, notification area icons, printers, taskbar and Start Menu, Recycle Bin, as well as the Network and Sharing Center.

Similar tweaks can be made when it comes to Computer Management, Network Connections, user account, Windows Mobility Center, speech recognition, sound, the firewall, parental control, power options, backup and restore, color management, troubleshooting, Internet Options, Programs and Features, Device Manager, the keyboard, mouse, and homegroup.

A button for selecting and deselecting all options is available, and the actions are applicable with one click. Lastly, Computer Customizer lets you enable or disable My Computer. This requires you to log off Windows and log back it, though.

The utility didn't put a strain on the computer's performance in our tests, as it needed low CPU and RAM to work properly. No error dialogs popped up, and it didn't hang or crash. Although it doesn't sport rich options, the app is simple to use and may come in handy. You can test Computer Customizer for yourself.