Use the LeechBlock NG extension for Firefox, Chrome to block distracting websites while you work
Have you ever found yourself browsing social networks or video streaming sites when you were supposed to do something else? It happens to the best of us. I always find such websites […]
GNS3 is an open source graphical network simulator for Windows, Linux and macOS
GNS3 is a graphical network simulator which lets you to create a virtual network. You don't need any hardware like routers, switches, or even endpoints (workstation computers). This open source tool can […]
Create dozens or even thousands of folders and name them instantly with New Folder Wizard
Every one knows how to create new folders regardless of (desktop operating system) that is used. In Windows, users simply right-click in Explorer and select the New > Folder option; those who […]
Musikcube is a terminal music player for Windows, macOS and Linux
Musikcube is a cross platform terminal based music player, music management application and a music server; it is open source and available for Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and as an Android […]
How to install VMWare tools if the option is grayed out
I use VMWare Workstation Player primary to run Linux but a few days ago I wanted to install a virtual copy of Windows 10 to test some upcoming features. Virtual machines are […]
Edge Blocker is a free portable tool which lets you prevent Microsoft Edge from opening
About 4 years ago, when word got out that Microsoft would be launching a new browser, I was delighted. Finally, we had some competition for Chrome and Firefox, and a replacement for […]
Transcribe text from audio recordings with Listen N Write
Do you record audio and use it as a source for taking notes, e.g. for work or studying? Listen N Write is a freeware tool that may help you with that if […]
How to determine if a Google Chrome extension is safe
When it comes to online security, you can never be too careful; this guide isn't about antivirus programs, firewalls or VPNs though, as it is about Chrome extensions. Just because an extension […]
LazPaint is an open source raster graphics editor for Windows, macOS and Linux
Recently we tested out an easy to use image editor called Zzpaint which we liked even though it was a relatively simple program. Today, I'm going to look at LazPaint which is […]
Thilmera7 is a free system monitoring tool for Windows
Thilmera7 is a free system monitoring tool for all recent versions of the Windows operating system. It reminds me a bit of Conky, it is extremely light-weight in terms of resource, and […]
nnn is an excellent command line based file manager for Linux, macOS and BSDs
The program nnn is one of the lightest file managers available for Linux, macOS, BSDs. It is not your traditional file browser though as it lacks a graphical user interface. Tip: if […]
Geany is a programmer friendly open source text editor for Windows, Linux, macOS
Geany is an open source cross platform text editor that is designed specifically for programmers thanks to its built-in support for over 50 programming languages. Just download Geany for Windows, Linux or […]
Ultracopier is an open source file copying tool for Windows, macOS and Linux
I like to keep things organized on my system especially when it comes to file downloads. While all downloads end up in a single location on my system, I like to copy […]
How to use Sandboxie for browsing, downloading and installing programs
Sandboxie is a great tool to have in your computer's security arsenal. For those unaware, it creates an isolated space (sandbox) on your hard drive that you may execute files in that […]
Search for webpages in your history and bookmarks efficiently with the Memex extension for Firefox and Chrome
Memex is an interesting web browser add-on that is designed specifically for powerusers. Before you ask, no it's not a meme generator. It is a Vannevar Bush inspired bookmarking/local search engine of […]
Manage your Todo.txt with Thunderbird using this extension
Remember our article about Todo.Txt? We told you how easy and efficient it is to create your very own cross platform task management and reminder file system. The beauty of the system […]
How to customize Spotify with Spicetify-cli themes
Spotify is one of the most popular music streaming services. If you use the desktop app on Windows, Linux or macOS, but dislike how it looks, you may be interested in customizing […]
DataNumen Zip Repair is a freeware ZIP archive repair and recovery tool
Don't you just hate it when you try to open a ZIP archive and it won't open because it's corrupted. Zip archives can become corrupt for numerous reasons: maybe you have it […]