Win 8 Start Menu's

Windows 8 start menu add on are here. If you unsure which one to use try them out and you can always uninstall and re-install another replacement. 

Currently there are just a few of them out there that are worth installing, the rest are premium software that add additional other features, it's your choice.

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Skybank Financial

Looking for a credit card company with more than just payments. This site guarantee's the lowest price for the current rate plus you also can create invoices, get loans, and do ACH transfers all in one. Great way to go if your a business without a checking account.

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Software Labs

Running a particular software and want to run some test to see if it with stands a regular work environment. These links below will help you run your program for practice lab tests.

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Misc Lab Sites

Want to test your business vulnerabilities. Here are some great links to test your system in case you one day get an unexpected attack. It's always a good resource to prepare for the unexpected.

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Vendor Testing Sites

Great site to test your system vulnerability from these great vendors. The scanners are simple and hoping to secure your environment effectively.

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Chrome OS info

Here are some information about Chrome OS that many users have no knowledge of. If you have a Chromebook or what some more information you should be aware of how Chrome updates.

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IE is dead

If Internet Explorer is dead, why hasn't Microsoft pushed it's new browser or try to please current customers on an alternative?
Microsoft still wants to control the internet and be a major player when it comes to browsing the web. They are not going to give up their years of dominance without a fight. You can expect them to just sit quiet and hope that their new browser becomes another success.

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Top Android Games

Want to know what top android game everyone seems to be downloading. These eighteen games are currently the top games that everyone keeps on downloading. I guess that can't keep their hands off of them.

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Superfish Help

Looks like computer manufactures recently got hit with complaints on installing trial programs on new computers. With this comes a new program to combat bloatware.

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Panda Antivirus 2015

Looking for a new free antivirus software to protect you online. Why not try Panda antivirus and see if it does the trick. You will be amazed on what you can get free online.

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Background Image Generator

I enjoy have great backgrounds on my personal computer that every now and then I try something new. It's a great time to be creative.

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Website Developer Links

Looking for website developer links to customize your website. These sites will help you create a more unique site so that your visitors will hopefully come back over and over again.

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Infected USB

Have an infected USB disk full of malware and don't know what to do next? It's simple just run a malware scanner to remove the virus or malware on the USB stick and run also this software called USB fix to make sure you removed everything. And then all should hopefully be good.


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Bitorrent Sync 2.0

Bitorrent just released it's Pro version of Sync 2.0 and what's great about it is that you can share files and folder in terabyte range with automatic syncing. Check it out and worth the premium price if your a serious down loader.

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Tweaker

Windows are sometime annoying to customize. Unless you know how to create bat files and registry keys, tweaking Windows can be difficult to do if you just want things to be a certain way.
Here are a few Windows tweaks to help you get your Windows customized the way you want it to be.

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OpenStreet Map

Here's another Google Maps alternative to help you get where your going. It's focus is relying on it's user's to make map corrections and name corrections. If everything goes right this new map site will take where Google has yet to go.

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Rename Administrator Account

If your an network administrator you already know that hackers love to try to get into your network via the administrator account. Your best bet is to change the administrator account name so that hackers can't get into your account and so that your network is always secure. Here some more info on changing administrator accounts.

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Disable Admin Tools in Win8

Want to disable the Administrator Tools in Windows 8, well it will be a good idea if you have a user who always likes to play around with their computer. Locking out this feature will enable them not to mess up the computer settings. You just don't know what people can do when they mess around with things.

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Tenoreshare Reiboot

Having problems with your Apple device and need to reboot the OS so that you can restore, and recover where you left off. This handy software brings light to the buggy software when you just need your device up and running.

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Who is hogging my bandwidth

Tired of slow bandwidth hogging up your network. Try finding out whose the culprit and end the bandwidth hogging once and for all.

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Whose on my Network

Have a wireless network and always want to know whose on it? There's an easy way to do this and the great thing about it is that you can always see whose tapping into your network.

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Passcape ISO burner

Looking for another ISO burner, passcape comes to the rescue with simple to use tools. All you have to do is attach that folder you want to burn and then create your ISO.

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Computer Toolbox

This great computer toolbox software just does wonder to fix computers. It's a handy software to run from a flashdrive and go where ever you go. It does so much for a freebie and you'll enjoy fixing computers.

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OneDrvie for Business

Looks like Microsoft is going all out on making OneDrive your ideal business solution. Not only does it integrate with your email but it makes file management easier.
Cloud is changing the way we use our computers and this big giant is betting big that everyone, everywhere will go cloud. Let's give Microsoft an applaud for now and see what's going to happen next.

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PC for under $100-

Here's a great computer for under a hundred dollars. You get a bargain for a sweet computer with all the essentials. The only down fall on this computer is that it's running Linux but it's similar to Windows and you should be able to do most of your web browsing on it like regularly.

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Stock Games

Want to expand your stock trading skills? Here are some cool games you should always play with so that your ahead on picking a winning stock. Chances are that you will hit it big.

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Windows as a service Enterprise

Microsoft is upgrading to Windows 10 and with this comes new rules and new services. Windows Enterprise version will be classified on different categories in this comes these new rules.

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Create Icons

Want to create your own Icon's no problem with this handy software from Any2Icon. All you do is install the software, find an image you want to make an Icon of and let the magic begin. There is no telling how many unique Icon's you can make.

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DocuSign

The world as we know it is changing and so are our signatures. In this comes DocuSign who wants to change the way we sign forms and make them all electronic.
Imagine buying a car, house, property, rent an apartment, etc. without the need to have to be present. I guess in an technological world this makes sense when we all are trying to go paperless.

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Block Windows .Net Framework Update

Net Framework is nice at times but sometimes you have to block their updates when your having software problems. To do this just following the information given to temporary block the recent update until either Windows or your third party software is patched.

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Kaspersky Software Updater

Looks like now antivirus software giant Kaspersky is trying to get into the software updater business with it's new utility software. Great idea, now that antivirus software is disappearing.

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Lazesoft Recovery Suite

I always enjoy seeing a different version of recovery software especially when it's free. You never know when they will come in handy and save you a bundle in useless computer recovery costs. Feel free to pass it on and send your friends links to this blog.

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Free Partition Wizard

In this day in age resizing the partition is not a great concern for many users anymore. Virtual software is making things easier and simple to use. But if your still looking for a partition wizard here's a great freebie.

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Fix Need to Format the Disk Error

Want to know how to fix the need to format the disk error, this is very simple and will require you to restart the computer and putting the disk drive on another USB port. Then if that doesn't work, try another computer and see if it works then. If all is running normal then there could be some capability issues with the version of Windows your running using that USB device.

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USB Nuke Drive

This is very scary if your a network administrator. It's being posted to beware of your network safeguards and it's not meant for DIY project. But in the technological world will live in today, you need to always prepare for the worst. In this comes this unbelievable USB nuke drive that will not only fry the computer computer, but wipe it out as well. It's pretty ingenious and amazing how the process works and it will always be in my mind forever. It's the Mission Impossible flash drive.

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Get MAC address

Want to get a MAC address for a windows unit. just goto the command prompt and type "getmac" and you can easily get that information so that it can be inputted into your wireless device to filter MAC addresses on your network. A great way to secure all your wireless devices on your network.


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Learn Programming

It's a great time to learn programming. Why not start here with these simple to read programs and if you still enjoy programming, you can then decide to take the next step.

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Customize Keyboards

In need of customizing your current keyboard. This site is a great help and you have a choice on how you can stand out certain keys from the others. It's a great help to make things easier for everyone.


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Memory Overclocking worth?

Ever think of overclocking your memory. Well just in case you were curious it can be done. But in the long run what it will do is cost you in loosing computer stability and you can wear your parts prematurely causing ongoing system crashes. The GPU can recover from a glitch but not the RAM. The overall performance is minimal and the cost is just not worth it. So if you think you might want to do it for gaming. Don't waste your time and spend the money on better performance hardware.

Registering MS Office

Having problem registering Office here's a great tip to get the software going again. Do a command prompt with administrator rights then goto Office 14 folder for 64 bit version it will be c:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office14 then run the command "cscrip ospp.vbs /act" after this your Office license should then be registered and alright to go from that point.

Password Removers

These companies are changing passwords forever and if they get there way we could be looking at a new password technology in it's making. Good or bad has yet to be told. But at least they are hoping to make our lives easier.

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Junkware Removal

Looks like computer junkware is every where and with this comes another software that's helping you cleanup your computer problems before it starts. My theory is that if it's a trial version, I don't want it and you should also do the same. Take control of your computer and say goodbye to junkware.

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Did you go on a Date

Curious if you went on a date with someone? Well this flow chart can rule out if it was a date or not. For those individuals who still can't tell the difference.

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February Month Explanations

Here's is a good explanation why the month of February has few days. Blame it on the Roman's they say. Regardless this is a great start to your answer to the curious short month. Don't know how true this information is, but it make sense.

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Backup Apps

Need an application to backup all Android application on your phone just in case you loose it or it was stolen. Then neat software does just that and with confidence that all of your applications are backed up, just in case.

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Boost WiFi

There are times when you buy a WiFi you get outages in certain areas of your home and it make it difficult for you to use your WiFi devices where ever you go. If you want a solution to extend your WiFi area, the link below will give you a start on what you should be looking for.

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Best Gmail Labs

Ever wanted to know what Gmail lab features are the best to use. Check out this link to enable Gmail's best lab tools to make your life easier.

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Car Insurance Technology Hack

Anyone recently using a car insurance monitor should read this and protect their privacy. It looks like the current insurance companies automobile monitor is open to hackers and anyone can easily hijack your car. I would advise you to complain to your insurer so that they are forced to upgrade their device. Something good gone bad.

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Google Security Checkup

Want to gain an extra 2 gig of storage from Google. No problem as long as you do a security checkup with Google and make sure all your computer settings are current.

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Dumbest App Ever

This is the dumbest application ever made and what's cool about it is that it can be used for so many different things you can't even begin to imagine. Just because it's a dump application, doesn't mean that we can use it on our daily lives.

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Unlock your Phone

I don't advise this to be done by everyone one, but it is the law for your cell phone provider to unlock your phone. And if you really want to unlock it, these links will help you achieve this. Note that just because you phone is unlock and you change cell phone provider service now, not all phones will work well. This is going to take sometime. But in the long run it will be simple and easier to do.

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Urgent.ly

Having problems with your car and now that it's not working you need road side assistance. This is where Urgent.ly comes to the rescue. User's not only can call for help but get realtime information on where the road truck is in route to your destination. It's a great application going in the right direction.

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OneNote Freeware

Microsoft OneNote is now free from now on. Since Evernote is gaining online success, Microsoft has no choice but to give it's product for free so that it can compete in the battle of cloud notes. At last now everyone can enjoy the benefits of OneNote


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RFID Hacking

Let's just say that there are a handful of credit cards with RFID chips in it and with less than three hundred dollars a hacker can retrieve you credit card information and duplicate the card in matter of minutes. It's reality, it's real and it's scary.

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Facebook Management for next Kin

Ever wonder what will happen to your Facebook account after your death. Well let's just say that it just ends. Now Facebook is giving that right to the next of kin should you decided now to include it on your account. It's a pretty nice way for a special somebody to keep your friends posted on what goes on afterwards. For more information click on the link below.

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Unlocked Cell Phones

Just in case you didn't know, cell phones now can be unlocked and you can now decide if you want to use that same phone with a different carrier. It's not that simple to do, but in most cases you can use the same phone once it's unlocked and configured. This is the information that all carriers don't want you to know, but now have to let you know.

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iWork for iCloud

iWork for iCloud is making it possible to any user to access iCloud on any computer whether they have an Apple product or not. Apple is trying to get everyone hooked on cloud and it they get their wish to come true. Everyone one way or another will be linked and hooked on Apple and from that point it's up to them on what to introduce to the consumer then.

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Pimp Myutorrent

Tired of ads when using uTorrent to download. Here's a simple way to remove unwanted ads with one click using Pimp Myutorrent. Now you can download with out being annoyed with excess adware.

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RemoteIE

This software has been long awaiting and now user's can see the latest IE on any machine before it's rolled out. A must have for corporate work environments.

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Google Hangout Perk

Need to reach a distance relative in another part of the World. Well Google Hangout helps you keep in touch but for just a minute. I guess this is Google's way to tease customers on using there service.
Very clever idea to impose on soon to be customers.

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Amazon Warehouse Work Life

You think your work life is difficult, try working for a mega giant like Amazon. Not only do you have to keep up with the miles of inventory in stock. Any slow down in work performance will definitely be narrowed down to the individual. Rough, tough and to the point when it comes to working with Amazon. So think again in your great work life.

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GetMac

Need to get the MAC information from a computer. Here's some useful tips to help you succeed in getting the MAC address for any computer.

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Power Supply Calculator

Building a computer and want sufficient power for all your devices. This site helps you build your computer to your power needs. It's a great source to have sufficient juice for your devices.

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Passmark

Want to know everything that's on a computer. Well it's going to require special forensic software to uncover those mystery files and web pages.

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Gpuboss

Looking for the best graphic card in the market. This site will lead you to getting the best graphics for your money for the best value and performance.

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Dating app for Pot Smokers

As the illegal drug becomes legit you can bet that now social sites will keep up with the times to create a community for someone to follow. And with this comes Tinder. Good or bad it's definitely going to be something different the social communities are destined to change.


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Things to Disapper

Life changes for the good and sometimes for the bad. Here are some know changes that's going to most likely occur in the next five years. With technology and the world multiplying quickly. It's no secret that these things are most likely to disappear. Sometimes these changes are for the best.

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Chromebook vs Windows

Is Chromebook a threat to Windows. In so many words yes and no. The reason for this is that Chromebook is slowing climbing the charts on stable OS but it will be sometime before it ever gets to Windows OS level and see domination of the operating systems.
Chromebook has many obstacles to combat in a world where Microsoft currently dominates. But as the OS becomes better known, it still has a great chance to succeed the half finished operating system that Microsoft currently offers.

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Social Media Tracking

This is pretty scary and shows how easily identity thieves are ahead of us. Everyone is now doing social media so by tracking an individual and their shopping habits. Hackers are not only able to steal you identity but easily retrieve your information. Learn more.

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Nest Auto-away

Thinking of buying a Nest thermostat? You might want to check out it's auto-away feature and learn what a smart thermostat can do for you. It's not for everyone, but if your looking into bigger savings with your air conditioner and heating devices. It's a start.

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NadaGuides

Want the real book value of your car, the same information that dealership use to appraise you car value. Forget Kelly's blue book and start using NadaGuides and be real on what's your automobile true valve.

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Birksun

There are many new ways to go solar and Birksun it's on it's way on making history by incorporating it's products with the things we use daily. It's a little pricey but in the long run, you'll always be connected by saving you big.

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My Rate Plan

Looking for the best wireless deals in your area. Try My Rate Plan and see what plans fit your text and telephone usage along with the understanding if your on a contract or not.

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Android Phone Tips

Have an Android phone and want to find hidden tricks that most people are unaware of. This site not only uncovers the hidden tricks but simplifies your lifestyle.

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Google Earth Pro Free

We have long awaiting the free software from Google Earth Pro and now it's free. It's a great way to enjoy the entertaining software taking you where ever you wish to go. Give it a ride.

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Amazon Work Mail

Looks like Amazon now is working on corporate mail to rival Office 365. By doing this it's still dominating it's cloud championship with other companies. It's a great move and competitive move against Microsoft. Let the games begin.


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Car Hacking

Let's just say it's possible, currently expensive but in time will be less expensive. Anyone can easily shutoff, turn on, shut down, lock up your car etc.
The only way for a system to stay secure is to hack it to show manufactures their vulnerabilities to make their product better before others do worse. Let's fix the problem and share the knowledge to make a car less vulnerable.
This is the information manufactures hate to admit, but it is possible.

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Mac Tech Tools

Fixing MAC is another hobby that I am taking up that appears to be very competitive. But when you fight for control over a world where MAC help is very easy to find, this may not be a great field to make money on. Unless most of your customer base is MAC free friendly.
So I rather just share the information to you and gain your MAC free expertise.

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Digital Drivers License

Looks like two states are already pushing for digital drivers license. This could be the start of simple simple gone digital going portable. Let's see how this turns out?

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End of Flash

Looks like it's the end for flash. The giant player Youtube, who for years was commitment to flash has drifted away from the unsecured player because of it's ongoing security flaws. As for the rest of the world, it looks like they too will follow suit. A end to a security threat.

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Hangover Helpers

Having a hangover and don't know how to get over it quickly. Here are some great food to help you get back on your feet. You will be surprise on what foods help neutralize the hung over affects.


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Old Phone Security Camera

Want to make use of your old cell phone, try making it a security camera and get more out of your money. The steps are simple and the app is free, all you just need is an old cell phone with wifi access and your set to begin monitoring.

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Create your own Magazine Cover

Every once in a while I find interesting sites most people love to check out when it comes to being creative. Today I list several different sites to create your own magazine website. Enjoy.

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Handy

Need a handy repair man to fix your problems when something goes wrong at home. Well Redbeacon is a great help and easily connects you with qualified handy men.


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Wahio

Need a dry cleaning service to come and pick up your clothes, wash them and then deliver them when everything is done. No problem with Washio pickup 24 hour service.

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Urban Sitter

Need a baby sister quickly and tired of missing out on special events because you just can't get someone to take care of the children for a while. This site promises to keep you connected to your friends and neighborhood baby sitter network.

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Auto Repair

Need a mechanic? No problem with this mobile app that brings the mechanic to you. Pretty neat way to get your car fixed when your car is down and out.

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Warby Parker

Looking for eye glasses the simple way. Check out Warby Parker and get the eye wear your looking for at a reasonable cost and price through their local network. Why pay more for eye wear when you really don't need it.


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Windows 10 Experience

Ready for the new OS to enlighten your day. This time you can at least give your opinion and help Microsoft get it together before hand. There is no guarantee that your ideas will be reality but at least everyone is sharing their opinions on what the new OS should be. Sign up and go for that test drive.

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Teladoc

Feeling sick and need to get better but don't want to go to the doctor and wait in a waiting room. This is when Teladoc comes in handy. You just sign up, place a call and get your prescription to treat you. It's a great way to skip going to the doctors to resolve getting over the common cold. Nothing changes like paying for doctor visits and prescriptions. The only thing that speeds this process up is your waiting time.

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StoreDot Flash Battery

Want to see why StoreDot Flash Battery is making such an explosion in the cell phone market. Simple maybe it's because it can recharge your mobile device in less than a minute. Can't wait to see.

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Connected Heating / AC Devices

Get ready for a new world of connected heating and air conditioning devices. Not only are they going to save you money. You can control when and where you want to use them. So if your not home or no one is home, then there is no use for it to be wasting your money.

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No Machine Remote Desktop

Looking for something new in remote desktop. Check out No Machine and see how easily you can travel to any desktop. It's a subscription commercial remote desktop worth checking out without OS restrictions.

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Flawless Widescreen

Now everything can be adjusted with the help of this simple program. With monitors and screens getting bigger and better this program helps to resolve the problematic issues with widescreens.

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Google Ends Android Updates

Looks like Google is ending it's support for Android phones and the list is big on how many users are affected. The feature called Webview lets apps on your web page without accessing another app.

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ASUS Router Hack

Looks like these ASUS routers are at risk with this security hole and who knows when it's going to be fixed. If your using an ASUS router beware.

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Advanced Security Alerts

Microsoft just killed the Advanced Security Alerts Notification for free users. Now the only way that you can receive alerts is if you are a premium customer. We'll I guess the big giant is now getting cheap with it's loyal customers.

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OneBox

Looking to connect multiple cloud storage devices online so that you can store your files and not worry about storage limits. This site links all you cloud storage devices together and makes things simpler. It's still in beta but eventually it will be accessible to various cloud accounts.

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Win 8 Start Menu's

Still not happy with your third party Windows 8 Start Menu. For most user's it's finding the right software that is familiar and that you want to get use to.

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Google Domain Live

A few months ago Google Domain was in beta and now it's fully live. It's the beginning for the search engine company to offer more services to people who always want to be connected online. Check it out and see if this is something you can use and relate to.

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