Cloud Malware Scanner

Looking for a new malware scanner. Why not try Crystal Cloud based malware scanner. Now securing your computer from malware attacks will be done immediately.

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Email Ip Leak Test

Want to make sure your email is secure that receivers can't figure out where the message came from. You need to test your email with this leak test verify what comes back.

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Secure Instant Message

Ever since the NSA monitoring was uncovered a lot of new companies are profiting from new software to secure privacy. Here's an Android & iOS application to secure messages and block out means for monitoring.
In my eyes all that this is going to do is advance the NSA software monitoring techniques. You decide.

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Crack the Code

After 20 years a dying grandmother's code was cracked online in only 14 minutes. What this tells me about today's technology is that we have come a long way because of the internet. And now anyone can easily solve problems online. Code cracking is just another challenge on the net.

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Where to store batteries

Here's the ongoing controversy where to store batteries. I don't know which method makes sense but in a technological world where all electronic devices needs power, there needs to be a better solution and method to store batteries.

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Microsoft Calls

In recent months I've been hearing rumors of unknown individuals who are calling themselves Microsoft employees and are calling new potential customers regarding their computer viruses.
Well here is the scoop and why you should be concern.

In a brief summary all that you need to know is that they are not Microsoft employees and can be considered a scam. So be careful and only trust support from people that you contact.

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Best Hard Drive

Looking for the best hard drive to store your data files. As per Blackblaze the famous data store provider you best bet is to buy an Hitachi drive and it sure to beat Segate and Western Digital any day.

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File Examiner

Want to examine two files and note the differences between them. This software is plus and saves you time and money seeing which file you need the most. Great for cross examining files.

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Nutcache

Tired of buying software to do your invoicing and manage your expenses. Try it now for free with Nutcache. The great thing about this software is that you can create your own invoices and then link them to your favorite payment websites for payment. Worth checking out.

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Registry Editor

Looking for a registry editor to access the registry even from a guest computer. This software does wonders even if the computer is blocked.

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Correct Grammar Mistakes

Here are some great Chrome extensions to fix your grammar mistakes once and for all. It's not always a good idea to send emails and text messages to co-workers, clients and customers with grammar errors. These extensions are here to help your resolve your misspellings.


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Cloud Convert

Here is a better way to convert files to other formats via cloud. Now as technology changes all you have to do is convert these files over to the new technology so that you can easily read them where ever you go. Give it a try and start converting now.

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Sharable to do List

Looking for a different to do list that can easily be shared. Well All Things believes that items can be shared so that everyone remembers what to do.

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Windows Experience Index

Looking for the Windows Experience Index and wonder if Windows 8 still has it. Well it's unfortunate that Microsoft removed this utility, I guess user's were not truly interested to see if their computer performance was at it's peak because the benchmark was not that accurate.
Regardless if your still interested in getting these stats from your computer, you now can download it for Windows 8 and benchmark your new computers performance.

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Wi-Fi Detect

What is Wi-Fi Detect and why are so many new devices now using it? Let just say this is the new easier way to connect to other wireless devices that are already connected to the internet. It simple and an easier way to connect device online.

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Hard Copy Backups

Today's new digital world brings new technology and new ways of doing things when to compared to just a few years ago. Now I love technology but what would happen if one day everyone was hit with a virus and all our online data information was lost. Sure we have our cloud backup to save us from disaster. But if that failed, how can you prove that you own what you own and you have what you currently have. It might seem like a pilot for a new movie, but it's not.
Today we live in a society where it's alright to get paperless statements from the same guys that recently caused our economy melt down. Are you risking your entire life savings or existence on these guys, again?
My deep thinking is not to scare off people from the new technological age but to make them aware that it's not a bad idea to keep a hard copy of bank statements, mortgage payments, car payments, investment summary, etc. on hand. You never know when your going to need them or when they would one day be useful.
Identity theft is a may concern why many people go paperless. But in reality, your making it way to easy for someone to erase you from society should we ever have a technological melt down.
My advice to others is to make several backups of your financial information, have hard copies of bills and year to date balances. And don't ever take for granted on how far we have come in the technological era.

Super Backup

Here's an android backup application that helps you backup all your phone information to either an SD card or Gmail if necessary. It's a sweet utility to make sure that all your information is backed up and saved properly.

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iAntivirus

Looking for MAC antivirus software here's your chance to download free software for your MAC machine so that it's always protected daily.

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Apple OS Beta Free

Apple just recently offered it's premium beta version for free to all user's who want to experiment with their new OS. This is the time for developers and non developers to see the new OS features and new tweaks without any premium price. I hope this is Apple's new way of convincing many users to join the Apple community. Just hurry up, no telling how long this offer will stand.

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Microsoft bets on XP Disaster

It's sad that this big software giant is going this way because it just showing how little they valve the product that they sell. Ending XP earlier and pushing new software on it's current customer will irritate many. Microsoft years of being the best on the block is over and if they're smart, they would do whatever it takes to keep it's current customers. It's only a matter of time before another software company takes over. Maybe Microsoft should start looking for new ways to make money and stop killing something that still works.
But in the end what this means is that April 8, 2014 is that last days for XP.

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Block USB Ports

Now your entire network environment can easily be protected with the right USB Blocker tools. All you do is insert these devices into a vulnerable USB port and your done. See how easy and simple it is to do. Security at it's best.

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Block Network Ports

Having problems in remote locations where user's tend to do get unauthorized access to your network or system. This company is doing something about it and helping you protect your network.
Take a fight back with unauthorized users.

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Finsix

If your tired of walking around with a laptop charger, here's a new device that's going to hopefully change your attitude. Not only is it less bulky but weighs less too.

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Smart Ring

It's pricy but something tells me that this ring is going to change how we now receive alerts via text and emails.

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IRS pays for Xp support

Recently the IRS got hit with not catching up with it's current migrating to Windows 7. The end result is that they have to cough up a big support fee to Microsoft for another year until they finish catchup. In fact if your a big business you can do the same but it's going to be costly.

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Coca Cola uses

Here some great uses for the all american favorite soft drink Coca Cola. You'll be surprised on what you can do with Coke and maybe after reading this you'll probably change your mind on drinking it.

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Disable WPS

If you currently have Wi-Fi you should check it to see if WPS is disabled. You'll be surprised to find out that Wi-Fi protected setup is insecure. So for now your best bet is to disable it, until the manufactures come up with a fix.

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Apple Touch ID

Apple had good intentions on coming up with a data protection service for their products. It's unfortunate that some hackers had to take it for a test drive and prove how useless it's anti-theft device is. I just hope that they can beef up there security measures.

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Internet Error Codes

Always wondered what those internet error codes mean. Here is the answer to some of your questions when your internet browser goes bad.

Types of Errors.

Error 400 - bad request.
Error 401 - unauthorized request.
Error 403 - forbidden.
Error 404 - not found.
Error 500 - Internal error.
Error 501 - not Implemented
Error 502 - bad Gateway
Error 503 - Service unavailable.
Error 504 - Gateway Time-Out
Error 505 - http version not supported/ DNS Lookup Fail/unknown host
Error 500 - 599 - Server Errors

Disable Metro Suite

Need to get Windows 8 back to where your in control of your computer system. Try this software called Disable Metro Suite and turn back Windows to what it should be. A real computer system without Metro non sense.

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Cheap Airline Tickets

Taking a trip to paradise or need to take a flight to visit some family members and love one's. Here are some great tips to get your cheap airline tickets.

Tips:
- Traveling try booking 3 to 12 weeks before your trip to get the best rate.
- Use Bing Traveler to locate the best rate.
- Fly in the middle of the week for cheap rates ex. Tuesday and Wednesday
- Fly early in the day like 4 am.
- Check these search engines for cheap flights daily Link
- Dead Zone Season for Airlines giving you the best rates  

• January, after the 7th
• February, excluding Valentine’s Day
• September
• November, first two weeks
• December, first two weeks

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Online Backup Reviewed

Here's the review for online backup. It's not bashing other vendors but it gives you the results of the best feature that they currently offer when compared to other online backup companies.

1- CrashPlan - it's not number one because it's great, but if you consider pricing important. Then CrashPlan would be your first option on savings.
2- Carbonite it's still in work in process if you don't mind slow uploads and bandwidth throttling speeds.
3- Mozy use to be very popular a few years back, but that all changed when it dropped it's unlimited plans and started a tiered plan in early 2011.
4-SOS Online Backup, it's not the cheapest when compared to apples and oranges. But it has a continuous data backup feature that backups a new version, the instant a file is changed, not seen elsewhere.
5-Linedrive is the military grade AES-256 program with competitive pricing.
6- Bitcasa are making small but important movements and in time I hope that they will be better.
7- Backblaze - if your worried about complicated or confusing online backup, this company will take that fear away.
8- SpiderOak - it's a unique refer a friend program that can get you 12 GB free.
9- SugarSync - if you want more than an online repository for safety, you'll like this one.
10- Acronis True Image Online - you can backup 5 computer images online with one account.

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What is Cryptolocker

What is Cryptolocker and why you should be concern? Well let's just say it's not a good thing to get onto your computer and if your computer gets infected it's going to cost nicely.
Cryptolocker is a new type of malware that once your computer is infected, it will demand money from you in order to remove it. Not a good thing if your in the middle of something important while computing.
There are a few software's in the market that will help you fight it, but nothing is fool proof.

Later on during the year, I plan to purchase a license product that helps fight against CryptoLocker attacks.  Feel free to email me at support@pcmaestro.us for more information.

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Reset Browser to Default Settings

Every once in a while when your web browser starts acting up or it has been infected with a virus and the virus was removed. It's a good idea to reset the browser settings.
Malware and viruses have many times affected what's currently showing up on your web browser. So by resetting the web browser, everything goes back to it's original state.

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PS4 Teardown

Recently purchased a PS4 and now you want to know how to dismantle the unit, just in case it ever breaks down and you can fix it. Easily done with these instructions.

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LG Self Healing Phone

You'll be amazed on how this LG G flex smartphone puts up with daily scratches and bending. For a smartphone it's a new way of life to live longer.
Check out the video and if you have the extra bucks do the test's.

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Free Domain for Life

Can this be true? Can you really have a free domain for life. Well this domain re-seller makes you think so as long as you renew your hosting site witth them, they will renew yearly your domain name for free.
Prices start at $3.20  a month and it's not bad if your trying to save a few bucks a year on the domain name renewals.

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Lego Math

For those parents that hate lego, here is some good news that will make you change your mind of giving your children more lego accessories. Lego if used in a mathematical way. Can teach your child math. If your children hate math, this is a good way to strengthen their skills. So keep those lego's coming.

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Kashoo Accounting

Get ready for the new generation of Accounting that is cloud based and has tons of extras. It's said to be even better than using Quickbooks and Excel. If you in the market for cloud Accounting. Give Kashoo a try and take accounting to another level.

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ShiftPlanning

Want a better way to organize your workforce from the palm of your hands. This great application works with Android, iOS and Blackberry. So now managing your schedules with staff and schedules is a thing of the past.

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Windows Update 8.1

Windows Update 8.1 has new recent changes when compared to Windows 8. The recovery console is now located in the Windows Update Menu and it sure makes things a lot easier.

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Seenive

Talk about bits and pieces on the web. Here is the new generation youtube via short clips. I think this is the beginning of something very interesting.

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Spy Dialer

Just got a call from an unknown number and want to call it back to see who it came from. Here's a cool way to dial back that call online without having the user know that you called.
If their voicemail has there company name or name, then you can easily playback their voicemail to see who it is.

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Scareware

It's no secret that some programs have been out for a while and telling you that's something wrong with your computer. When in reality there is nothing wrong. The full blame goes back to the software manufacture.
I try to stay away from companies like this because in the long run you can never trust their integrity. I believe that if there software is good, then it should sell itself and you don't need to give the user false alarms that your computer is infected. You decide?

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Different Types of Virus

There are various types of computer infections in the world that  when you get infected most technician's usually would tell you that you have a virus instead of something else.
In the computer world these are the types of computer infections you can get such as a Malware, a virus, a worm, a trogan, spyware, adware, keylogger, a bot, a botnet, a rootkit and ramsonware.
There all bad news for technicians when they appear on your computer. They not only take control of of how your computer performs but what it does on a regular basis.
Now If I was going to explain to a customer that they had a Rootkit, it could take hours or days to explain to them what a Rootkit does. Not all users are tech savvy to understand computers. So  telling a user they had a virus is more understandable since everyone does get a virus and most user's are aware what a virus is. This is the reason many technician call infections a virus. In the end your computer gets infected the similar way and is inaccessible.
For those user's who really want to know the various types of virus infections in the computer world. Here is the list with a brief explanation on what it does.

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Does Email IP show Location

Does your email IP address shows your location. Yes and know depending on what you mean by your location. The IP address shows from what location your email is coming from. But don't think that this is from the exact location that the email came from. For this you need a little more information and if your not in law enforcement, let just say, it's going to require more.

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She's a Home Wrecker

Here's a website for those individuals who feel betrayed that there loved ones had left them. Whether it's good or bad advice to post people pictures online and criticize them it's up to you. But I guess it's still better off getting it off your chest than just taking revenge into your own hands. You decide?

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Setup Outlook Signature

Having difficulties setting up Outlook Signatures. Here is a guide to help you through the process so that you can easily save time when sending emails.

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Win Update 8.1 Update 1

Looks like Microsoft is planning it's Windows update release by this Spring. I just hope they start getting their act together and give users what they really want. But don't be surprise on the end results. Remember this is Microsoft that were talking about.

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Fix Browser after Malware attack

You just had a malware attack and now that the threat is removed how do you fix all of your browser settings.
Real simple with these great tips.

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50 Great Computer Hacks

Every once in a while I like to tell other's on these great registry hacks. But always remember that when your tweaking the registry your at your own risk.

Here are some great ones:

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Mutlifunctional Docks

Tired of the old Windows task bar? Why now just use a dock the same way Apple and other manufactures are using.
It not only changes the style of getting to your applications. But gives your application placement a new look.

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Live Chat

Want an easier way to interact to customers via your website. Try this premium software called Live Chat and take control of new leads has they happen.

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Dual Monitor Taskbar

Running Multiple Monitors on your computer but now want to be able to view the taskbar on each monitor. The only way your going to be able to view the taskbar on multiple monitors is by a third party software called Dual Monitor Taskbar.
All you do is install the program and presto your done. It's a great solution to everyday problem.

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Free Disk Space After 8.1

Upgrading your computer to Windows 8.1 no problem once the update is installed. Now all you have to do is worry about how to gain back your hard drive space once the operating system is functioning properly.
You'll be surprised on how much space you'll gain once you delete your previous Windows installations.

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PrivaZer

Looking for a new computer cleanup software to protect you on privacy. This software not only promises to protect what your viewing but advises you on items that are still noticeable on your computer.
Take control of your privacy and make sure your identity is secure while online.

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Outbound Firewall

Windows user's worried about Firewalls should read if they are concern on disabling their outbound firewall on their computers. In reality we really don't need it because if your are a cautious user that is watching all the software that you install on your computer. It's pointless to configure an outbound firewall.
Years ago this was a privacy concern, now a days it's a preference because many people know that one way or another your software is going to communicate with it's parent company and send information about it's performance and licensing validation.

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Outlook Express Ends 4/14

If your a current user of Outlook Express please note that in April 2014 Microsoft will cease to support Outlook Express and it will be vulnerable to current attacks.
User's are advised to go online and use Microsoft free Outlook.com service or seek an alternative email service to host your email and safe guard your mail from malware and virus.

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Online PDF Converter

Looking for an easier way to convert PDF's online. This online converter not only converts to PDF but to Excel, Word and Power Point. It's a great way to convert online without installing any additional software onto your computer.

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Win 8 for Free

Looks like Microsoft is trying something new to try to upgrade users who refuse to upgrade after XP. By either offering a stripped version of Windows 8.1 or for a small fee.
No one yet knows how they plan to market their new stripped down version and how they are going to profit from it. But one thing is for sure, no one's buying yet into it.

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Disable Windows 8 Smart Screen

Tired of Windows 8 telling you that the software you download is safe or not safe. All you have to do is disable Smart Screen and take control and Windows the way it use to be in the old days.
Software is meant to be free and when you want to install third party software, it should be your choice on what you want to install without the help of Windows.
Microsoft tries to control everything about users and here's another one of those features they are trying to incorporate into their software to control what you install in their operating system.

Here's how to remove it::

Internet Explorer has long had a feature called SmartScreen, which was first implemented in Internet Explorer 8, and has since been a part of IE9, IE10, Hotmail, and now Windows 8. When you visit a website, or open a file, SmartScreen communicates with Microsoft and checks if that website/file are whitelisted or not.

In both cases, SmartScreen pops up a warning if you try to visit a site or open a file that isn’t confirmed to be safe. As a defense against malware, SmartScreen is actually rather effective — and, really, no other browser or OS offers the same kind of protection. SmartScreen can be a little irritating, though, especially if you regularly download third-party EXEs from the internet.

For a start, when you see your first SmartScreen warning (pictured above), don’t be alarmed. It may look like Windows is completely blocking you from running an app, but in actuality you just have to click “More info” to reveal the “Run anyway” button.

To disable SmartScreen entirely, though, hit the Windows key, type SmartScreen, change to the Settings tab, and then click “Change SmartScreen settings.” From there, click “Change Windows SmartScreen settings” from the left-hand menu, then select the “Don’t do anything” radio button.

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Will XP Work After Support

Windows XP is near it's final days and many users are asking simple questions like if the software will stop working?, will antivirus stop protecting Windows and you name it.
No need to worry when compared to old version of Windows that Microsoft no longer supports. All that you can expect is that you system will no longer do any updates and if you get malware or virus. We'll your on your own. But if you think about it, nothing has changed when it comes to Windows.
Microsoft is still using it's scare tactics to force users to upgrade at our expense. In the long run if you decide to upgrade or not Windows will always be Windows. Which is an unstable unfinished operating system that everyone praises so much with lots of security holes.

Goodbye XP 

April 2014

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Nordstrom Scammers

Identity theft is on the rise and now new scammers are attacking high profile big chain outlets. From the looks of it, it's a fast moving trend and if retail stores are not careful. This will be a nightmare on both sides.

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Remote Desktop for All

Microsoft has recently announced that soon they will be launching there mobile application for remote desktop and not all will you be able to login to your computer while not at work, but do it along with your portable devices. At little late but it was about time.

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News Evolving

You definitely know that the News media is evolving when you hear that all journalist are now using 55" Windows 8 Surface computers to bring to you the news has it happens.
It's only a matter of time before everyone else evolves with this technology.

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Siwapp

Need to manage and create invoices? This free Online Invoicing software will help you get your business organized until your ready to take your company to the next level.

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Microsoft Essentials News Update

This could be the end for the so called Microsoft Essentials Antivirus software. The big giant is now recommending that you use third party software to protect your system from viruses.
It looks like Microsoft is coming to terms that the antivirus business is not what it seems to been and there best bet it probably to just kill it's software and concentrate else where.
So far nothing has been announced but if they don't keep up to date this will be the end.

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iPhone shatter fix

Looks like Apple fixed the shatter glass problem when it's user's accidently drop the phone. If your currently a user who already experienced this problem. I strongly suggest you upgrade now to save on future shatter glass problems. It's Apple true value on it's new cases.

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Traffic Updates

Need the most current traffic updates on the road in your area. Check out Here and see what's going to delay your commute to work or on the way home.

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Office Update

Looking for Offfice Service Packs. Here is a great link to get those service packs easily from Microsoft. Hurry up there no telling how long these links will be active.

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Download Youtube Videos

Want an easier way to download youtube video's on the web. Try this trick the next time you want to download a youtube video.
Goto the the youtube address link and insert ss after www and before the words youtube and if you do it correctly it will take you to savefrom.net. All you have to do is choose the file format you want to download.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYtGl1dX5qI&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PL74978267E8DCC75B

enter ss after www. and before youtube
http://www.ssyoutube.com/watch?v=kYtGl1dX5qI&feature=c4-overview-vl&list=PL74978267E8DCC75B

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PowToon

Found this great animated presentation website to market whatever you want to market. It's in beta and has a lot of potential to companies that are looking for exposure.
Check it out.

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Truth about Registry Cleaners

If you ever thought registry cleaners will speed up your computer think again. Because it's not true. Registry cleaners are utility tools used to help fix computer errors.
Don't be fooled on believing that it will boost computer performance.

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TeamViewer Quick Support

Need quick remote support? Try TeamViewer Quick Support and connect to your friends and clients within a matter of minutes. TeamViewer is so easy and simple to use, you wished you heard of it sooner.

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Geek Uninstall

Tired of trying to remove programs from a computer and for whatever reason you still can't remove that program. Try Geek Uninstall and say good bye to that annoying software.

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Offline Updates

Tired of doing updates on a new reformatted computer. Here's a great program to use so that it can once and for all update your computer to it's most recent update. All you do is verify what updates you have and then run the program to plug in it's missing updates. And although the program takes a while to process because you download big files, it installs all your updates and you should be done.

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How Netflix killed Blockbuster

Here's the history on how Netflix killed Blockbuster, the video giant. It's amazing on how such a simple company beat the odds by gambling on the future on watching movies.

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ImageX

ImageX why do you need it and why should you use it? If your in a corporate environment, ImageX is a life safer if you can use it effectively to install images onto new formatted computers. It's not for everyone but once used effectively, it will save you time and money reinstalling images over a corporate network environment. Give it a try and you might just go the ImageX way.

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Double Driver

Have an old computer and just recently reformatted the pc and your having a difficult time finding the drivers online. This handy software will save you sometime by finding those missing drivers.

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1 TB Ram

Get ready for RAM to revolutionize computers. The TerraDIMM will not only make it easier to add ram to personal computers but cost less too. Now you should be ready for the future 10 TB RAM computers.

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Net Crunch

Need to scan a network, this handy tool from Net Crunch makes your job so easy that you wished you had used it sooner.

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Andriod Muti User Account

Using the new Android 4.2 or new OS, you might not know but now your able to add additional user's to your existing account. I don't understand what took so long for Android to incorporate this but this should have been implemented from the start.
But now I can challenge my Android tablet against my personal computer and laptop.

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Spring Clip

Upset with your new iPhone ear plugs? Spring Clip is going to change that but with a low price. All you do is purchase the Spring Clip from the link below and now you can enjoy those awful ear plugs Apple gave you when your purchased your new device. A great solution for an easy problem. I wish Apple would just give you the extra just to satisfy it's customers.

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Maps of the World

Here are some great history maps of the world to update your information on events that occurred in the past. It's I wished I had this guide at hand when I took history.

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Chart Pin
Business Insider
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Email Marketing

Looking for the best Email Marketing Company to promote your business. Here's the list from the to to bottom. I just hope I have enough room.

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iContact
MailChimp
VerticalResponse
MadMimi
BenchmarkEmail
Bronto
Campaigner
StreamSend
Deluxe
Silverpop
Marketo
MailerMailer
Listrak
MyEmma
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Crime Mapping

Every now and then user's keep on asking me for an updated Crime map and here is another site to consider when it's time to take a bite out of crime.

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Package Tracker Pro

Here's a great package tracker for android users. It's comes with an affordable premium price but it's the best and works with a variety of shipping companies. Gives you the actual package route when available.

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How Passwords get Hacked

Some real good information on how passwords get hacked. You can't be fool proof when it comes with passwords but the more you know, the better it will be to protect yourself when someone does hack into your account.

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Pc Games Alt Tab

Here's the scoop about how personal computer games struggle with the Alt Tab and why it's always problematic to users. If your able to disable this feature hopefully the problem will go away. Read on.

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Sony Gets Out

Sony just announced recently that it's out of the PC business and it plans to sell it's Vaio line next month to concentrate more on gaming. It's a no shocker but everyone should have seen this coming.
I am not a big fan of Sony PC's and I just wished they had done this earlier and save new users their time and money.

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Battery Run Down

Here is the run down on battery life for our electronic equipment. Not all batteries are created equal. If you stay aware and maintain your batteries, there's a good chance that they will last you a little longer than your last electronic devices.

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Stay away from local email accounts with Carriers

Why should users stay away from emails that are hosted from their local internet carriers?
       (ex. YourName@att.com or YourName@comcast.net, etc.)
This question has been asked by many of my customer and friends and I keep on telling them over and over the same information.
An email address is like a home address. Once you give your home address to someone. You'll hope they'll always have it on hand and call or contact you at home when ever they need you.
Your email address works the same way but here where it gets a little funny. Let's say now, you have currently DSL at your home address and move next month. Now your current email at YourName@att.com will probably have to change depending on where you decide to live. So if you move to an area where DSL is not available or DSL is not suitable to use, your 2nd choice is to get your internet access from Cable. Now you loose your email address at YourName@att.com because your no longer with At&t and you now have to create a new name at YourName@comcast.net.
The same goes vise versa for cable. In every way possible you can easily loose your email address and have to create a new one from scratch. Now all of your friends, family and followers will have a difficult time keeping up with you because you keep on changing your email address more than once. And most of them will not probably update your email address because they already aware that you will change it again.
This is where Yahoo, Gmail and Outlook come in.
Now by opening an account with these web based email hosting sites you risk user's from loosing contact with you and they will always remember your email address.
This might not work with almost everyone, but if you do it correctly you will be a step ahead on having a permanent address on the world wide web.

AppCleaner

I usually don't list any MAC software on my site but when I see something worth listing. I take the time out to do so. That's when AppCleaner caught my eye. Not only does it remove unwanted application on your MAC computer. But removes the cache and save states in your system.
So the next time you remove an application on your MAC, do so with the help of AppCleaner so that you make sure you regain back your space.

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What's the deal with Cache

Here's the real scoop on cache and why you always need to clear it every once in a while. Not all things are what it seems to be in a world of computers

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CupCloud

Here's a new Chrome application that will help you save your files in a case when your browser needs to be closed and you already have a bunch of files that are open.
The software in in beta version but I must admit, that it comes handy when your system crashes or needs to be re-booted.
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Win 8 Recovery Image

If anyone hasn't noticed yet, Windows 8 now has a different recovery image that if your not careful. It will erase all your programs and file instantly after Refreshing.
The good news is that you can still create a customized Windows recovery image by just using recimg in Windows along with your favorite programs.
All other non computer user's should just stay away from the Refresh link, otherwise it could be a painful disaster many.

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SMART Drive Info

Here are a list of SMART drive utility software that help you understand if your drive is good or bad. It helps to clarify this information so that you don't loose data and are able to recover your data before drive failure.

Argus Monitor
Specky

Credit Card Lingo

Ever wonder how some companies know what type of card you have by enter the first few digits. It's very simple if you follow this chart below. But the credit card lingo is nothing new and things you should know if your a vendor.

Issuer	Prefix
Visa	4-
Mastercard	51-, 52-, 53-, 54-, 55-
Diners Club	36-, 38-
Discover	6011-, 65-
JCB	35-
American Express	34-, 37-

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Silicone Valley Now

It's amazing how silicone valley changed through the years. Once a very explosive location to now a quiet ghost town. You be the judge?

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Lost Devices

Tired of losing your keys, wallet, laptop, tablet, bag, etc. Here are great solutions to help you find your items easily, as long as you keep track of them.

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Bikn
Button Trackr
CobraTag
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Ifi
Kingston
Sticknfind
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