...Nope, I can't help as I agree with you

.....are all categories which are moderated....)

I don't understand the appeal of bootscreens or logons at all, honestly, since I so very rarely see them. And I'm really sick of reading about them...

As for walls, I'll join the chorus. I know XP is under the hood I don't need any reminders.

ok... did someone start a rumor that semicolons are chocolate? Because someone or something is eating them...
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I don't understand the appeal of bootscreens or logons at all,

For me, it's kinda like Monster Garages and how they trick out cars. Some of the things they do just for looks you hardly ever see, but it's done for attention to detail. So, if I'm skinnin my GUI, why not skin the Boot/Logon just to compliment the GUI skin, a little attention to detail.

People go to the trouble to download\make these and have them look or reflect the MS\XP look

I guess for now people like the variations of the WinXP theme. Plus I think it's just easier to make. I also think the 4bit/16colors has something to do with it, so they just take the easy route.

The only WinXP Boot I ever downloaded was one of a X-Ray skull with a green jaw, it just looked tuff. I forget what it's called.

As for walls

Sorry, I'm graphically challenged. I have a genetic pixel deficiency. But I know what I like, and I like what I know.