Here's a screenshot. You can see how some aspects of the OS are changed (because of the theme), but the taskbar looks like it's in classic mode
http://i48.tinypic.com/jiff4o.jpg
I've tried applying the theme with StyleXP, but it wasn't compatible with my build of XP. I've also tried using TuneUp Utilities Styler, but that didn't help either. I've checked Taskbar->Properties->Start Menu, and it was set to "Windows XP", not classic
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when choose windows xp theme http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss9/kilertas/2.jpg
when choose windows classic theme http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss9/kilertas/3.jpg
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how looks visual style tab http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss9/kilertas/5.jpg
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