Check MD5 Hashes
MD5 (Message-Digest algorithm 5) can be used as a way of checking that a computer file has not been maliciously or accidentally altered.
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A Sandbox for Applications
Sandboxie does what virtual machines such as VMware Player, Virtual Box and Microsoft Virtual Pc do with the difference that it works on the application level a
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Export File Lists and more with SysExporter
SysExporter is a free software from one of my favorite software developers NirSoft that is able to explorer standard list-views, tree-views, list boxes, combo b
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Use any USB 2.0 Device for Readyboost in Vista
Readyboost is a disk caching system introduced in Windows Vista that relies on flash memory to boost system performance.
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Check which usb devices have been connected to your computer
I have been writing a article about three months ago which detailed how to edit the registry to display previously connected usb devices in the device manager.
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Use WinSCP to securely copy files between two computers
A reader of my site asked which program I was using to transfer files between my local computer and my dedicated server.
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Enhance Windows Explorer
It is really painful to copy files using the Windows explorer.
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Pimp up the Vista startmenu
We all know that Microsoft decided to add the search function to the Vista startmenu and get rid of the run box by default.
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Check your programs for updates automatically
Keeping up with application updates can be a very tedious task even if you have only a handful of them installed on your system.
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Check the size of your folders
I was running the Folder Size open source program from sourceforge for some time which had a great functionality but stressed my system a lot during size calcul
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Instant Desktop Sharing with Teamviewer
Did you ever try to remotely access a computer of a user who is not tech-savvy ? How long did it take to configure the client system correctly ? One great solut
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Copy Data from partially unreadable files
About eight years ago I was backing up some pretty valuable files on CD.
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Add Run Box to Vista's and Windows 7's Start Menu
When I first tried to run a command in Windows Vista i expected to find the function at the same place where it is in Windows XP.
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DM2 Windows Enhancements
DM2 is a pretty interesting windows enhancements open source program for Windows 2K and XP.
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Taking a look at Microsofts Anti Spam Solution
Microsoft advertises its Anti Spam program Windows Defender with the slogan spyware protection for free but is it really a good alternative to other anti spam a
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Disable Balloon Tips in Windows Vista
This article explains how to disable Balloon Tips in Windows Vista.
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Transparent Balloon Tips in Windows Vista
The Balloon Tips in Windows Vista look like the ones in Windows XP.
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Check the integrity of backups with Media Checker
Nothing is more frustrating than to realize that some files of a backup are corrupted.
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20 essential Freeware and Open Source programs
Since I started blogging two years ago I came upon thousands of essential, ultimate and top freeware lists but only few really had a lasting impact on the inter
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Windows Vista Drivers
It is rather unfortunate that Windows Vista has problems to provide correct drivers for many "not so popular" devices.
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Free WMA to MP3 Converter
Several software music players and mp3 players do not support WMA files at all.
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Forget the Windows Start Menu: use Toolbox instead
The Windows start menu is not really excellent when you want to find something fast.
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Create tiny cool looking wallpapers
Many users tend to use wallpapers to customize the look and feel of their operating system.
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Recover accidentally deleted files
I disabled my trashbin by default which means that deleted items bypass the trashbin and are deleted immediately.
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Free Version Tracking with File Hamster
Version tracking is extremely useful if you work with files that change very often.
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Partypoker Windows Vista Fix
One of the first programs that I installed on my new notebook that is running Windows Vista is the Partypoker application.
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Superfast Shutdown for Windows
It sometimes takes ages to shutdown Windows XP and Windows Vista, most of the time when you are in a hurry.
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Extend Vista Activation Period to 12 Months
It is getting better and better.
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Reduce Hard Drive Noise with Hitachi's Feature Tool
Many modern hard drives support a function called AAM - Automatic Accustic Management.
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Crap Cleaner (CCleaner) a second look
Crap Cleaner has been released in a new version just a day ago and I decided to take another look at it.
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Free Fast Virtual PDF Printer
I'm currently using the Screen grab extension in Firefox to save complete websites as pdf files to read them later or print them eventually.
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CrossLoop - free secure screen sharing
You might want to take a look at Croosloops if you are looking for an efficient, easy and free way to connect securely to a computer at another physical locatio
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Cancelling WGA Installation sends a report to Microsoft
The German computer magazine CT analyzed the new WGA Notification that is installed during Windows Update.
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New Filters for Vista Search
Did you know that you can add ifilters to the search function in Windows Vista ? The new ifilters, think of plugins if you like, add content indexing for variou
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Method to Bruteforce Vista key a hoax - kinda
Yesterday I was writing about a method to get a working Windows Vista key by bruteforcing.
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Windows Vista Bootlogo Generator
Many users are disappointed with the selection of bootlogos that are preinstalled in Windows Vista and many would like to change the bootlogo to a custom one.
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Use Speedfan to control temperatures
Speedfan has been released in a new version yesterday which added support for many new technologies such as full Vista 64 bit support.
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An unidentified program wants access to your computer
Vista offers a new feature which is called User Account Control.
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Generate A System Health Report in Windows
Windows Vista offers a way to quickly perform a system check which results in a so called System Health Report.
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Use Multiple Screens over Network
Using multiple screens on one computer is nothing unusual these days.
