If you are a Windows users you often encounter situations where you cannot really say when a process ends. This may be a copying job where projected times fluctuate between a few seconds and hours, burning of a DVD or the installation of a new program on the computer system. If you are like me, [...]
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Add Sticky Notes To Programs
It may sometimes be useful to have important information displayed to you directly in a program window. This could be a tutorial on how to complete a certain task in the program, passwords or other important information that are relevant to the program, or reminders on things that you still need to do. While you [...]
Got Space, Display Detailed Drive Storage Information
Windows users who want to find out how much free space they have left on local hard drives, mapped drives, removable drives and substituted drives will notice that Windows Explorer is less than ideal for the job. The default system file manager displays a drive’s capacity and free space in Gigabytes in the Computer menu. [...]
Facebook Messenger, Chat and Notification Client For Windows
First information about Facebook’s plan to release their own instant messaging program appeared on a Facebook support page about a month ago. Facebook Messenger for Windows, according to that page, offers chat, messaging and notification functionality. The program was initially only available to a group of alpha testers. A direct link to Facebook’s Messenger has [...]
System Files, Flash, Silverlight, Java Offline Installer
Setting up computer systems can be a boring repetitive task. While I’m setting up and configuring PCs maybe once or twice a year only, I always repeat the same set of steps after the operating system has been installed. This includes installing common software like the web browser Firefox, the email client Thunderbird, SnagIt for [...]
Batch Remove Metadata From JPG Files
Metadata is often automatically added to an image upon creation. Most digital cameras and programs are configured to write metadata automatically. This data may contain copyright information, camera make and model, the image editor, a thumbnail image, gps location, or data and time. While it is sometimes beneficial to have those information, for instance by [...]
Kaspersky Password Manager Review [Giveaway]
Most password managers today offer more than just a secure storage space for passwords. Most come with options to generate secure passwords, automatically fill out sign in forms on the Internet, or to record notes and other related information. The core purpose of a password manager however is the secure storage of passwords. With password [...]
Listen to and Download Music from blocked Music Services
Some of the best web services may not be available to you if that service is limited to users from a specific region or country of the world. This is for instance the case with Pandora and many other entertainment related services. Your only option to access the service is to use a proxy server [...]
Configure Your Own Media Player Hotkeys
Media player hotkeys allow you to control the media player with the keyboard and even if the program window is not the active window on the system. That’s handy if you are working in fullscreen applications or do not want to switch regularly between the window you are working in and the media player window. [...]
Panda Internet Security 2012 Review [Giveaway]
Panda Internet Security 2012 fills the gap between Panda’s Antivirus Pro and Global Protection products. It is a complete solution that combines protection with disaster recovery options. Installation of the program is straightforward. Users can customize the program during installation to disable some of the features that would otherwise get installed. They can also configure [...]
Elpis, Open Source Pandora Client For Windows
Remember Pandora, the Internet Radio service that went viral shortly after its release thanks to its interesting music suggestion service and the fact that it was available to users from all over the world? Pandora shortly thereafter went US-only blocking access for users who tried to connect from other countries. It is still possible to [...]
Archive Discs For Offline Search With CD Archiver
Cataloging CDs, DVDs, Blu-Rays, other optical discs or external drives that are not always connected to the PC can aid the user in finding data faster than without. The core benefit of archiving software is accessibility. In best case, it should not take longer than a minute to find which discs you need to access [...]
Snagit, Camtasia Studio Review [Giveaway]
Most computer users know that they can take a screenshot of the screen with a tap on the print key on their keyboard. And while that’s sometimes all they need, it is often not the most comfortable or practicable solution. This is especially true if you only need a screenshot of a program window or [...]
Audit Windows Passwords With Password Security Scanner
Keeping track of all accounts and passwords can be a daunting task for some users. One reason for that is that most use multiple applications that may require passwords. Think of desktop email clients, instant messengers or web browsers for instance. Even if you are using a password manager like KeePass, you will usually have [...]
Change Your Computer’s OEM Information
Computers that you buy from manufacturers contain so called OEM Information that are integrated into the operating system. This may include the manufacturer’s name, support website, logo, support phone and a unique product ID. Sometimes you may not want those information to be displayed on your computer. That’s where software like OEM Configuration come into [...]
SEO PowerSuite Review [Giveaway]
SEO is all about increasing the visibility of a website on the Internet. This is done through various means like link building or optimizing on-page elements. It is important to keep a record of everything that is done on and off the site, and to check results regularly. And while it is perfectly possible to [...]
Dup Scout Is A Professional Fast Duplicate File Finder
File duplicates can take up valuable disk space. While that’s usually not an issue on a 2 or 3 Terabyte hard drive, it can be one for Solid State Drives and other hard drives that usually offer lower storage capacities. Dup Scout, available as a free limited version and a professional version, is a powerful [...]
Image Batch Processor Lets You Convert Images In Bulk
Image batch processors can be useful tools to automate repetitive processes like converting image file types or changing other parameters like image resolutions. Programs like ImBatch save you a lot of time, provided they are easy to use and offer the processing options that you need. ImBatch can be useful to reduce the size of [...]
Monitor Deleted Files In Realtime With Delete Extension Monitor
Sometimes you may want to know when files are deleted, moved or otherwise tampered with on your system. Maybe you want to make sure that important files do not get deleted by other users of the computer, or that you have access to a log to document file deletions. The free software Deletion Extension Monitor [...]
Submit Suspicious Files to Antivirus Companies With X-Ray
We all know that there is not a single antivirus software on the market, either free or commercial, that detects 100% of malicious software. Some users help themselves by adding additional layers of protection to their system. This can be virtualization or sandboxing, or the installation of another security application. Others use online services such [...]