Tag: Software
Back Up Your Computer The Easy Way
Do you back up your computer? Have you seriously thought about what would happen if you do not have a reliable backup of your computer data? Stress, anxiety, disruption to your life and perhaps business, downtime, loss of cherished memories and so on are just some of the effects when people do not have a [...]
IE9 beta bug crapped all over a key program.
Earlier today I installed the Internet Explorer 9 Beta. At first I was impressed, but not enough to switch from Chrome. At last, I thought, Microsoft has produced a browser which works well and does not cause problems. (By the way, I am an experienced computer user and first learnt programming in 1981 = the [...]
Want an easy way of controlling what programs autostart with your PC?
Want an easy way of controlling what programs autostart with your PC? I have used WinPatrol for many years. WinPatrol is a security program and one of my favorite features is the ease with which I can disable (rather than remove) some auto start up programs. This gives me control over those programs (or elements [...]
Is your computer overheating?
You wouldn’t drive your car if it was overheating would you? Computers can overheat easily and most people would have no idea that it was happening to them. Overheating of computers can lead to slow responses, data loss or even total failure. Overheating can occur for a variety of reasons so it is best to [...]
BSOD or computer operating system failure – one way you can avoid it.
A BSOD, or other computer operating system (OS) failure is usually a big inconvenience and waste of valuable time. (BSOD = Blue Screen Of Death). Perhaps you remember all the stress, pain and other feelings associated with the experience? Should your computer be crucial for your everyday business or personal tasks, then you simply cannot [...]
Easy program uninstalling.
Have you ever had problems uninstalling software? Perhaps, at times, you have been unable to find the uninstaller for a program? At others, you may have discovered that not all parts of the application were uninstalled. Or maybe the uninstall went badly. It is of course extremely important to ensure that unwanted computer programs are [...]
Time Tracking – Fast, Easy and Fun.
Time to me is very precious. I love to find ways of saving time and to get more done in less time. Without stressing that is. One key to better time management, efficiency and productivity is to use the right software, or other method, for time tracking. Until recently I had been using a simple [...]
Two useful browsers you may not have heard of.
Back in the days when Internet Explorer did not have tabbed browsing I used to use Avant Browser instead of IE. Avant is still an excellent browser with a variety of handy features. So if you want IE, but without some of the associated ‘hassle’, give Avant browser a whirl. It’s free, reliable and robust. [...]
Windows 7 is coming – stuff you need to know
Windows 7 is coming. Soon, I hope. I have tried the Windows 7 Beta and am impressed. Here is a key resource written by someone much more knowledgeable about the subject than I: 15 things you need to know about Windows 7 – Secrets, hidden tech and unadvertised features The Windows 7 Home Page is [...]
Suffering From Lots Of Spam?
There seems to be a lot more SPAM about lately. Currently I have 24,056 messages in my SPAM folder and none are more than 30 days old. In fact, it may be less than 30 day’s worth because I have only recently stopped emptying it and the folder has auto delete set for anything over [...]
Tip for people with the Firefox web browser.
The choice of web browser is an important one, especially if you need to be highly productive and spend a lot of time at the computer, online. I was until recently using Google Chrome which is a fantastic browser. I returned to Firefox because of all the extensions, toolbars and configuration options. Firefox makes me [...]
Mind Mapping Software
Mind mapping software is designed to assist in the sometimes complicated process of mindmapping. A mind map is a diagram used to represent ideas, words, tasks, or other items that are linked to and arranged around a central key word, idea or concept. Mind maps are used to structure, classify, visualize and generate ideas, and [...]
File encryption software – personal recommendation
At times I use file encryption software to protect sensitive data, especially that of some clients*, (*which includes multinational companies). One of two programs that I use is AxCrypt. AxCrypt is free, though donations are appreciated. I quote: AxCrypt is the leading open source file encryption software for Windows. It integrates seamlessly with Windows to [...]
Learn To Code At Any Level With Google Code University.
One of the things which I love about the Internet is the way it facilitates study. In the past I have written posts about this aspect. Today I want to highlight an excellent article on learning code by David Pierce: Learn To Code At Any Level With Google Code University Google Code University is an [...]
How to write emails which people will both see and read.
Do you write perfect emails? I didn’t think so. Do any of your emails get caught up in a recipient’s spam filter by mistake? If you need help with any or both of these, then check out the links below. 1) From Harvard Business Publishing – How to Revise an Email So That People Will [...]
Conficker Eye Chart – Test your computer
http://www.confickerworkinggroup.org/infection_test/cfeyechart.html Conficker (aka Downadup, Kido) is known to block access to over 100 anti-virus and security websites. If you are blocked from loading the remote images in the first row of the top table above (AV/security sites) but not blocked from loading the remote images in the second row (websites of alternative operating systems) then [...]
Defrag your computer – which is the best way?
I love stuff that works. Because I use computers so much I need top quality applications that enable me to stay productive. Getting bogged down with computer maintenance or technical issues is not good. Running a computer defrag (defragmentation) regularly is a smart thing to do. Over the years I have tried a number of [...]
Make High Quality Video from ANYTHING Playing on Your PC.
Having trouble downloading Web videos? Can’t copy DVD’s to your PC? Want to make high quality movies from any part of your PC’s screen? Then keep reading… Make production quality videos from hard-to-record sources, including: ANY Video Web Site, using ANY streaming protocol DVD’s Webcam sites Powerpoint Presentations Skype Video calls Video Chat sessions And [...]
Mind Mapping Software – why you need it and which to choose.
Mind Mapping is a key productivity methodology. A Mind Map is a diagram used to represent words, ideas, tasks, or other items linked to and arranged radially around a central key word or idea. You can find out more at this Wikipedia Mind Map article. Mind Maps are useful for brainstorming, visual thinking, project management, [...]
Uninstalling Programs
Uninstalling Programs Have you ever had problems uninstalling software? Perhaps, at times, you have been unable to find the uninstaller for a program? At others, you may have discovered that not all parts of the application were uninstalled. Or maybe the uninstall went badly. It is of course extremely important to ensure that unwanted computer [...]
