7/23/13

Malicious Software Removal Tool

This is not a substitute for antivirus but a great way to verify if your system is hiding something. It's usually updated by Microsoft every patch Tuesday of every month, so your always going to get the latest version.

Link

7/22/13

Network Security Software

Need to confirm that your network is secure. It's easier to test your network with the list of security software below and test and confirm your network intrusions.

Link
Metasploit
Netcat
Nessus
Netstumbler
Nmap
Snort

7/21/13

Test Weak Passwords

Want to check your network for weak passwords. Here are great utilities to test your password cracking skills. In the end it just tests your password security levels on being hacked.

Links
THC Hydra
Snmp Brute force
KismetWirelessnet

7/20/13

Probe Host

Need to probe hosts to see what they are doing? Here is a great program to tell you what's connected on to your network. It a must have tool if you have no idea who's on your network.

Link
Cheops

7/19/13

Monitor unknown MAC's

Afraid that someone maybe hacking into your wireless network. Here is a great program to monitor all the MAC addresses on your network.


Link
arpwatch

7/18/13

PDF Lite

Here are some light PDF software's just in case your tired of Adobe ongoing crashes and security updates. Sometimes going lighter just makes things easier. And if you need more PDF help. Feel free to check out the links below.

Links:
Evince
SlimPdf
Naunce Pdf

Need to Edit PDF's try the following
LibreOffice

Interactive PDF's try the following
Scibus

Need PDF's editing security try the following
Link

7/17/13

MoveOnBoot

Tired of dealing with locked Windows files when your trying to edit, erase or rename a file or folder. This handy free utility removes the locked Windows file error and helps you take control of your computer.

Link

7/16/13

Boxcryptor

Here's a great way to secure your cloud data for free. So if your currently using dropbox, google drive or box.net all you need to do is encrypt your data and your files are now secure.

Link

7/15/13

Express Accounts

Looking for a free accounting software online to help you manage your books. Here is an excellent software to help you manage your books, until your latter capable of affording a reliable accounting software package.

Link

7/14/13

Win Med Auto Shutdown

Want to automatically shut down your computer the easy way. This software will do the work using simple tasks and there is no need to worry about your computer staying on daily.

Link

7/13/13

My PC Backup

Here's an easy way to backup your computer similar to mozy. You just install the application and backup your files and share it among other devices. Online cloud backup is becoming known and within time prices will eventually drop to reasonable prices.

Link

7/12/13

Win 8.1 Taskbar Update

What is Windows 8.1 and why should I get it. It looks like Microsoft now is listening to their customers and bringing back the taskbar in the 8.1 version.
Currently the taskbar is not available because Microsoft wants to make sure it's user friendly and bug free. But if you just recently purchased Windows 8, it's pointless worrying about bugs because the software will still be buggy until they issue their first Windows 8 service pack fix. So in the end, installing the taskbar will still be better off regardless of you waiting.
Once done you should be able to take control of your computer menu's the same way you did in previous version of Windows.

Info
Update

7/11/13

Endomondo

Want to map your workouts and challenge your friends. This is a great place to push all your friend to work out and show your friends your workout schedule and diet.

Link

7/10/13

MapMyRide

Need to plot your routes ahead of time then why not map your route and figure out what's up ahead so that you can work around your time.

Links

7/9/13

Credit Sesame

Here's another credit score website that helps you build your credit. It's a new method on helping user's succeed greater credit wealth.

Link Credit Sesame

7/8/13

Credit Karma

Looking for your credit report and credit score to help you purchase, finance or just build your credit. This site promises just that and it's free. There is no catch and you'll be surprised on what special deals you also can get.

7/7/13

Hard Drive Testing

Here are several great hard drive stress testers to push your hard drive to the limit before the drive give up and has to be replaced. If your having drive problems. Your best bet is to test the hard drive via stress testing and verify that it's still good to be used.

Segate
Hitachi
Windows
Samsung
Western Digital
BartPE
Fijitsu

7/6/13

Plug & Play Data Cables

Need to run data cables and your undecided if you should do it yourself or get a professional to do it. Here's a new way to install data cables with the security that everything will be done as easy and plug and play.
All you need to do is purchase the Cablesys Plug & Play data cables and your ready to go. It's that simple and that easy. 

7/5/13

Great Windows Recovery Tools

Here are some great recovery tools to help you restore your lost files. Not all file recovery software's are alike.

Wise Data Recovery
Restoration
Test Disk
Portable Data Recovery

7/4/13

Who logged into my computer

If you ever wanted to know, how to find out who logged into my computer. Here's a great way using current windows tools.

7/3/13

Ring Central

Ready to open your new business. If you don't have the start money for a new personal assistant or phone system. This website can be helpful.

7/2/13

Battery InfoView

Need battery information on your netbook or laptop. Here is a handy utility to give you battery information on year, make, model , serial number, manufacture and power state. You can even log battery information every 30 seconds.

7/1/13

Windows Update on Win 7 Taskbar

Want to easily do Windows Updates, try installing it on the task-bar and now doing updates will be as simple as with once click of the mouse. 

6/30/13

Hyper Desktop

Now taking screen shots of your desktop can be as easily as taking a picture and automatically uploading it to imgr.com. It even let's you add text to the screenshot.

Direct Link

6/29/13

Meraki’s WiFi Mapper

Here's a great WiFi mapper for all of those user's building a WiFi network. It helps you map out your network so that their channel speeds are measured accurately.

Ekahu
Meraki

6/28/13

Sync across platform

Ready to sync across platform. Take a look at a new way of searching using yahoo and favkeeper. I promise that you'll be amazed on how easy it is to browse online.

Yahoo axis

6/27/13

sRemote

Want to take control of your computer using Gmail controls. sRemote is here to take over your computer with simple commands. It's a small utility that can basically do remote functions in a snap. A must have tool for those Gmail users.

More info

6/26/13

How to Print from Android

Want to know how to print from Android. These are the few secrets for printing many manufactures don't want you to know. But it's possible and for free.

Links
Brother
Canon
HP
Samsung



6/25/13

Windows Device Driver

Here is a great Windows device drivers update to help you accomplish a successful system upgrade. It's a must have utility for those user's who fear of not having the correct drivers after an upgrade.

Link

6/24/13

Insurance Claim Filing App

Now filing insurance claims is a thing of the past with the insurance claim filing application. All you have to do is download your insurance company application and when it's time to file a claim. You just follow the instructions. Now getting insurance quotes will be a thing of the past.

6/23/13

How to open programs in a run box

Want to learn how to open programs in a run box. It's very simple as long as you download and install winaero. Then after that it's just a matter of writing the software name and Windows opens it. Now you can open programs like a professional.

Links
Winaero

6/22/13

Password Recovery

Need help to recover a password. If you have time on your side, feel free to try these tools below.

LCP
ophcrack
Windows Key
Password Unlocker
hash suite


6/21/13

Wireless Tools

If your running a wireless network, here are some great tools to have handy to maintain and monitor your network. You'll be surprised on what you can retrieve and what information you can get.

Common View
inSSIDr
Wireless Wizard
Wireless Key Generator
WeFi

6/20/13

Enable Gmail Results

Gmail is now experimenting with it's personal search results which incorporates emails into search results on the main search. In order for you to have it enabled you must acknowledge and wait a few days for Google to email a response.
I would caution users on doing this unless your comfortable having your emails go public. You just can't tell what information can go public.

Link

6/19/13

Slim Computer

Need to slim down your computer of useless programs. This software is does a great job on disabling items and cleaning up useless programs.

6/18/13

Winpatrol

Here's another freebie to cleanup your computers activeX and startup programs. This program puts you back in control of your computer. It's also a great software to find adware, spyware and worms that are running on your computer.

6/17/13

Smishing

If you have been getting SPAM via text messaging, this is known as smishing. All you have to do is forward the text to 7726 and your carrier will mark them as abuse. And if that doesn't work then file a complaint to the Federal Trade Commission at  1-877-HELP (4357). Good luck.

6/16/13

Winparrot

Want to automate recurring tasks in Windows so that you don't have to do the tasks over and over again daily. This software will eliminate the repetitions so that you now can have better things to do daily. 

6/15/13

Roadkil

Looking for recovery software. Your going to love roadkil, not only does it recover files, it pieces together bad cluster files and bits of data to piece all the files together. A must have for file recovery.

6/14/13

Blue Screen Viewer

Tired of the Blue Screen of Death. Now this time you can easily figure what's causing the problem with Blue Screen Viewer. All you do is install the software and view what's causing the problem.

6/13/13

Putty

Need RDP to be secure. Why don't you use Putty and secure your connection before it's too late. You never know when your network can be compromised.

6/12/13

Auto Shut, Restart & Hibernate

Here's a great software to use when you want to shutdown your computer after you finish a major download. It preserves your settings and runs that tasks after everything is completed. It's a must have for user's who are running tasks and want to power off the unit after use.

Auto Power Switch

6/11/13

Blank & Secure

Here's a great tool for permanently deleting files on your hard drive, making it impossible for your to recover anything from that hard drive. It's the ultimate eraser for a hard drive. 

6/10/13

Network Monitoring Programs

If your in search for network monitoring software, feel free to take a look at these first, since they will save you sometime and money.

Observium
Ganglia
Nagios
Zabbix

6/9/13

Phone Clean

Looking for a phone utility to give you more space on your phone. Here is a great software to use to get your more space on your phone. Unfortunately it's only works well with Apple made products. 

Galaxy S4 Update

Good news for Galaxy S4 phone users. Now when you do the new update, you will get a little more space than you first thought you had. It's not still a lot but good enough to add more applications. At least someone is listening to the customer complaints.

Link

6/8/13

Nest

Interested on getting a learning thermostat for your home. Try Nest and see how easy it is to customize your home living conditions with this smart device that adapts to your lifestyle. 

6/7/13

Resumonk

Need a job and wished you had some online help to make a better resume work for you. Here is a great online resume maker to help you get that job you always dream of. It does a great job on gathering all your information and helping you tweak your resume for the real world. Give it a try.

6/6/13

Cmd prompt tricks

Here are simple tricks for everyone to know about the famous command prompt. If you think you knew almost every trick in the book. Make sure you know these few and add them on to your list.


ex:
send cmd output to a folder
open cmd in windows via folder
command history
drop and drag files
run multiple command prompts

6/5/13

Send Email using Power Shell

Here's a great way to send email using Power Shell without using any email client. It's DOS based and very simple to use. It's a great way to send email in a hurry. 

6/4/13

Duplicate File Finders

Here is a few duplicate file finders, so that you can consolidate your computer files easier. It will save you a lot of time instead of doing it manually.

DoubleKiller
DupeGuru
WinMerge

6/3/13

Who Crashed

Getting the BSOD and still can't figured out what's causing the problem. Try using this Who Crashed software to narrow down the source with the problem. It's definitely going to save you time.

6/2/13

Google Reader End

Looks like it's the end for Google Reader. The new technology that changed the way we read news today is about to end because of declining subscriptions. User's tried to petition Google to reinstate their decision and  the verdict still stands on Google Reader ending in July 1, 2013.
For existing user's make sure to use Google takeout to export your current feeds to your alternative reader.
Bye Bye Google Reader and thanks for making reading easier.



Google Reader Ends

Google Reader Alternatives

6/1/13

VirtuaWin

Organize applications over several virtual desktops by using a tiny open source program that consumes minimal system resources.

5/31/13

Google Maps NYC Subway Alerts

Google Maps now provide immediate subway alerts so that everyone get get the recent delays instantly via Google Maps. I just hope they expand this option to every city throughout the United States. 

5/30/13

Windows Timer

Need a timer for Windows? Here is a simple program made to shut down Windows after a specified time period. It keeps your computer running efficiently and also in turns saves you money.
Remember there is no need to keep your computer on, if your not using it.

5/29/13

Windows CMD replacement

Tired of the old Windows CMD prompt. Here is it's replacement. Now assigning a frequent command is just a click away. It save you time remembering useless commands that you hardly will ever get to use again.

5/28/13

Diagnose Windows

Tired of figuring out the specs on every computer that you repair. Here is a useful software that saves you time on figuring out your hardware and software.
Now you can spend your quality time just troubleshooting.

5/27/13

WinBin to ISO

Here's another freebie to convert all your CD and DVD's to ISO. I would suggest on doing this as soon as possible before your media gets scratch or damaged. 

5/26/13

Make Windows Check for updates frequently

Here is a great way to speed up Windows updates for those user's who want there computers to be always secure. In my opinion I would never install updates unless your computer is acting up.

5/25/13

Windows broadband monitors

Looking for some Windows broadband monitors. Here are a few good ones that help you monitor broadband current status.

ISP monitor
Networx
Cucusoft

5/24/13

PDFill

Here is a great pdf software that can simplify your life and you'll be amazed on the things you can do with a freeware. If your in need of a different type of PDF software. Take at look at hear first to see what things you can do with PDF.

Link

5/23/13

Power Pwn

Need to test your remote network security. Here's a great device to check to see if your network security is vulnerable. It's a handy device made to intercept security protocols. All you do is plug it in and run the test to see  if your network can be hacked. It's better to be safe than sorry.

5/22/13

Clipix

Here is a great way to organize your life online. Now everything you want online is just a quick click away and when your ready it's yours for that special price. It's buying online with prices that you can easily afford. 

5/21/13

Malware DNS Checker

Think you have malware? Here is a great way to check by verifying your DNS server. If it comes back negative, then your OK for now. If not then hurry up and quickly install Malwarebytes and begin your fight against these pesky programs.

5/20/13

How long does your ISP keep your IP

Interesting information on how the main internet suppliers hold a customers IP Address in their database. With this information available, there is no stopping to what information that can retrieve from your private surfing.

5/19/13

KVM without the switch

Here is a great KVM switch without the wires. It's called Mouse without Borders and it's a Microsoft utility so you know that it will be window friendly. All you have to do is install the software and get your security code and computer name and within minutes your copying and sharing files. Give it a try.

Direct Link

5/18/13

Preventive Maintenance Tools

Here are five great preventive maintenance tools to help you personal computer perform better than usual. It's tools like these that keeps your computer running efficiently.
I highly recommend that you use these utilities at least monthly, so that everything runs well.


5/17/13

7 Burn

Here's a another freebie burning software. If your computer lacks media burning software. Download the installer or go with the portable version to burn media where ever you go.

5/16/13

Recovery & Backup

Looking for a recovery and backup software for Windows. Here are some great starters to help you clone and recovery your hard drive just in case something happens to your system in the future.
It's always good to have a backup plan in place when you least expect them.

5/15/13

Dropbox Portable

If you love dropbox your going to love the portable version so you can take it where ever you want to go. It so simple that you can toss it into a flash drive and have it accessible where ever you go.

5/14/13

Netflix Losing 2k Movies

If you haven't heard yet, Netflix has already lost 2,000 movies for streaming. What does that mean for the online movie company? It's time for Netflix to update it's database with old classics and new titles. As for the future for Netflix getting movies from Warner Bros is going to be difficult because of the loss of it's licensing.
Good luck Netflix.

5/13/13

Linux Live USB Creater

I always love freeware's and I never could say no when it comes to Linux. That's why the Live USB Creater is a must have utility if you ever dare to go free. Check out the distributions and see why everyone loves Linux.



Direct Link
Distributions Link


5/12/13

iPhone Wireless Printing

Looking for the app to print wireless, check out AirPrint and now you can print anywhere with a WiFi. It's so simple and easy to use that you'll be amazed.

5/11/13

Scanbox

Here is the ultimate scanner that uses your phone to scan items. It's very simple to use and cost under $15-. If your looking for a revolutionary, portable and mobile device to use as a scanner. Scanbox could be your answer. Take a look.

5/10/13

ISO Buddy

Need to convert files to ISO, next time use ISO Buddy and simplify your life burning media the right way. You not only preserve the quality of your media but can now toss away those pesky CD's and DVD's.

Link

5/9/13

Not so Wonder World After All

Amazing Disney World secrets that had been hidden for years. I just wonder what else has it hidden from the rest of the world that makes this fantasy world what it is today. It's funny on what big money can do in todays world.

5/8/13

Frequent Flier Miles

Ever wonder if frequent flier miles are worth on accruing for the future. You'll think again once your read this article on what American Airlines has in store for you. Remember, you never get anything for free.

5/7/13

Annimated Gif

Here are some great annimated GIF's to test if your vision. Be advised the objects that your viewing are closer to you think.

5/6/13

Website Tracking

Ever wonder how websites are tracking you. Here is some good information on how our privacy is being monitored online. What you always feared the most is a fact of life. 

5/5/13

PC Safety during Storms

Here are storm safe tips when your using your computer. These tips vary from location to location but when it doubt remember these tips. They might just save your computer. 

5/4/13

Online Educational Tools

Looking for a free online interactive training school to help everyone in your family excel. It's not just for children, but for adults and teachers too. Now learning something new shouldn't be an excuse.

5/3/13

Win 8 USB Flashdrive

Windows 8 USB installer is here and now it's time to make a bootable ISO device via USB. It's the new generation of Windows and a new generation for installing software on flash drives.

5/2/13

Luggage Finder

No need to go crazy finding your luggage at the airport. The next time you fly get the Luggage finder and the minute your luggage appears it automatically alerts you.

5/1/13

Should I Check My Email

Pretty interesting flow chart on checking your email. If your always checking your email. You should check out this flow chart to see the facts of life. 

4/30/13

Microsoft Outlook Alternatives

If your tired of Microsoft Outlook, your not the only one. So if your in the market for a new email client here some alternatives.

Zimbra
Claws
emClient
Pegasus

4/29/13

Show My Street

Want to go to an easier website that shows where your going at the speed of light. Check out this great website to show you where you going. 

4/28/13

File Fragmentation

Ever wonder what file fragmentation is and how it affects your computer. Well now is a good time to learn what this is so that your operating system is always running a peak performance.

4/27/13

PC will no turn on

Here is some great tips from Call That Girl for trying troubleshooting why your computer will not turn on. Sometimes it's the littlest thing you take for granted that is making your computer from power up.
When in doubt you can always Call That Girl for more help.

Tips:


  • Go to the back of your PC tower and check all the cables.

  • Jiggle cables and make sure things are secure, or to be certain…unplug them all and plug them back in.

  • Check that the power from the wall outlet is working if the PC isn’t giving you any power at all. If you need to, plug it into another outlet or reset the surger.

  • Check the power cable to make sure it has not been unplugged (especially in office settings, cleaning crews or other folks can sometimes unplug things.)

  • Unplug external hard drives and basically anything you don’t need to have plugged in. I once had an issue where I had checked every connection except the video cable that physically plugged into the monitor itself, and had I checked in the first place, I could have saved hours of time.

  • Also, if your PC has the small on/off switch in the back on the power supply (where you plug in your PC) make sure it is switched on, so the small line is pressed down, and not the power circle that is usually on the front panel.

  • 4/26/13

    Resume Monk

    Need a professional place to do your resume. Try Resume Monk and create that professional looking resume that will get you the jobs that your looking for.

    Link

    4/25/13

    KASHU USB security

    Want to safeguard your flash drives, then take the necessary steps now to secure your drive before it's too late.
    This freeware is a must if your tired of using unsecured flash drives.

    Direct Link

    4/24/13

    Network Traffic

    Looking to monitor network traffic. Here is a great software to help you catch your bandwidth thieves on your network. Most of the times it's just third party software that user's install on their computer.
    But if your having bandwidth problems, then this is the first tool I would use to get to the bottom of it. 

    4/23/13

    What is a Codec

    What is a Codec and why do you need it. Let's just say without it you would not be able to watch most of the movies and videos in the real world. Not everyone uses the same movie or video format when recording or when playing. This is why Codec's are so important and why there good to have. 

    4/22/13

    Be an Extra

    Want to earn money, be around entertainment and get paid for lunch. Try being an extra for television shows and you'll be surprise where you can go.

    4/21/13

    Stream Remotely

    Want to stream media files for free. No problem as long as your using Remote Potato. All you have to do is setup the static IP Address, then access your routers documentation for portforwarding and click and tweak your channel settings and press play to start the server. Good luck.


    4/20/13

    Upset that Windows changed the start menu. Well many users have been upset that Windows keeps on changing everything and now it's even difficult to understand where the commands are. Here is a simple software to help old Windows user's to regain back the old style Windows start menu.
    I wish someone would come up with a Office menu fix as well since it's still not clear to Microsoft that user's don't like the new changes. 

    4/19/13

    Invites for Free

    Need to send invites for an event, try Paperlesspost and your next invites can be for free. Well as long you don't need to customize it. The only way to go.

    4/18/13

    Using Differ Chargers

    Here is an interesting article for users who's voltage cables have been lost or damaged and if you can easily replace them by using a similar charger.
    When in doubt stick to the original or third party trusted manufactured products, but if the price is too steep. Then your best bet is to find a similar charger and hope that your still in luck that nothing goes wrong.

    4/17/13

    Find TCP/IP in Win7

    This is easily said than done, but Windows 7 did a great job in hiding this setting, I just don't understand why they had to make things so difficult.


    Steps
    Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center

    4/16/13

    Reclaim Gmail Space

    Here are five great ways to regain Gmail space for users who are running out of space. It's not a the best technique that I would use, but at least it's trying to maximize your email storage needs.