Can ObjectDock be run as the default shell?

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I'm using object dock to display my running tasks and my Systray. I also hide my explorer taskbar, and am using Iconx to generate my desktop. Is there any way to have one of these applications run as my default shell? Will either of them process the startup folders & registry locations if setup in this manner? My other thought would be to run a minimal litestep install just to get things running. 30Mb of ram for explorer to sit there hidden seems wastefull.
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Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
They are not meant as shell replacements so you would probably be short of some features. Explorer does more than just provide a taskbar.
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Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Here's what I understand Explorer does and how the functionality could be replaced. Doesn't seem to be missing much:
1. provides DDE Services
2. Provides Systray services (SDMCP + ObjectDock)
3. Provides Task Management services (ObjectDock)
4. Triggers startup programs from start menu and registry
5. Provides program shortcuts (ObjectDock)
6. provides Icons & other desktop functionality (IconX)
Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top

You could always try it out.

Boot up, run OD, then kill the 'explorer.exe' process.

Then take your OS for a run around the block.....and see if anything falls over...