Ransomware Testing

Want to know if your computer is ransomware proof. Then try this simulator and see if your system is protected. Good way to be on top of ransomware.

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Kid Codes

Technology has changed when we were kids that it's not no longer unusual to see teens with cell phones. With this every parent and every relative and friend should be aware what there loved one's are doing so that they don't get caught up hurting themselves or ruin their lives.
Having said this, here is a list of lingo's that every one should know so that they are aware of what their children or family members are doing. It's better off to know now then to find out the hard way, when it's too late.

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Audio MP3

Youtube at times always has some great music and with this comes this site to convert your music to an MP3 file for personal listening.
You just copy and paste the youtube link and watch it convert.

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Hack a PC in seconds

Looks like this software is easily hacking computer in seconds and just makes again Windows security features useless. Good to know that Microsoft has still a long way to go when it comes to security.

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Amazon Echo Tricks

Still wondering if you should or should not buy an Amazon Echo. Here are some reason's why user's do buy the Echo and what you can do with it.

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x86 vs 64 bit

Ever wonder why some computers have to file folders saying x86 and 64bit? The answer is simple because it helps to resolve some of the developers problems when user's install software.

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Google Services

Looks like these Google services have yet to be revealed and I guess the work continues, until one day the service be

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Always remeber these:
Google Keep
Timer
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Google books nGram Viewer
Pronounce big numbers
Character Draw
Type 80 characters without special keyboard
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Scholar
Google Art Project
Digital Cheat Sheet
Google Trends
Search Terms
Google Express
Sound Search
Animal Noises
Gboard for iphone
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Youtuber's Delete your Video's

Youtube tutorial's on getting more user's to subscribe to you and the how to get more user's on your channel theory. It's good advice if you just starting doing tutorials or how to video's.

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Ransomware hits Android Smart Tv's

I am not going to like the idea one day that ransomware will invade my television and I hope someone comes up with a fast fix before this get's out of hand. Not a good idea and it's going to definitely get me upset.

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Outlast your iPhone Storage

Anyone who has an iPhone already has learned about reaching their storage limitations. Here are ways to reduce that problem so that you don't fall short on storage when taking pictures or recording video.

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Excel Caution Hack

Looks like Excel has exploit with users who have the software WhatsApp installed. It's a must read if you have Microsoft Excel and the WhatsApp installed on your computer.

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Exploit disables iOS Texts

A new exploit just showed up just recently that disable's iOs texts forever. It was warned to us by security experts years ago and it looks like this is the beginning of very serious things to come and interrupt our daily lives.

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Sling DVR

Looks like Sling Tv is taking streaming television where it's never been before by adding DVR to it's showing line-up's. It's a great feature that's been long over due and it's the start of more streaming DVR service to come from in the future.
It's still in beta but this shouldn't keep you back from subscribing to them.


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B Batteries

Ever wonder why some batteries are no where to be found? Take a look at B batteries and how they just simply disappeared as time went by. It's not like you can't find them, but eventually it will be obsolete. I can't ever remember ever seeing a B battery. Can you?

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Unlimited Access for Prime User's

Have an Amazon Prime subscription? You might want to take a look at the FreeTime Unlimited service for your children, which not only has more shows but educational apps as well.

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Phone and WiFi Malware

Looks like this new visitor is gradually taking over gadgets and if your not careful it could even go further and take over all of your electronic equipment that you use daily.
So far it's not here in the states yet, but for the way it's spreading out on the internet. It's only a matter of time before it reaches all of us. And the only protection that user's have for now is to have their internet service provider quarantine

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Month to Month Cell Phone Insurance

Here's the real scoop on having month to month cell phone insurance plan on you phone. From the article it looks like the plan is a waste of money unless your one of those individuals who is careless and have bad luck when it comes to phones.
In my opinion save the money and when you eventually encounter a problem with your phone, either fix the old one or buy a new one.

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Netflix Downloads

Want to download Netflix video's now. No problem with this cool software, but there is no telling how long this will work once Netflix counter backs the online privacy.

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Blank Pc Screen

What to do with a blank Pc screen. This is the start of your computer repairing problems. If your patient enough, sometimes the fix can be simple. But if all these tips still does not get your computer up and running. Your best bet is to get hired help.

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Hardware Inventory

Looking for an inventory software for your network for system administrators. It's has a lot of information for the everyday user. That can be useful in many other projects.

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Porn Pc Policy

Looks like porn will soon be harder to access on a computer if this bill passes. It's not only going to block you from accessing porn sites but you will have to pay a one time premium to be able to access porn. It's a great idea for parents who want to limit porn access in their child lives.

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Badger

Online privacy keeps on getting out of control and to help battle this fight this software comes to the rescue to keep your information private.


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Obituary Searches

This is a very sensitive issue and it's always good to know when a dear friend or someone special has just passed away. It's the blue print to finding out if someone did pass away.

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RansomFree

Here is another free Ransomware protection for user's who fear on having their system taken over by hackers and demanding money or else. It's another way to help protect your company and investments at the same time until a future fix is created.

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Wiping Hard Drive

Want to wipe out a hard drive all of it's information to either resell or later re-install on another computer. That shouldn't be a big deal with the help of the link below.
Now erasing a hard drive is a thing of the past.

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Malwarebytes 3

Looks like Malwarebytes is back and better with it's new improved software. Built form the bottom up, this new line of defense will hopefully end antivirus software forever.
It looks like the company is taking a challenge with it's competitors and making a stand to be the only software solution needed when combating malware and antivirus. If all goes good this could be a new way and the only way to go for computer protection. Check it out and give it a try.
I still consider this software the best in the market.

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Network Scan

Need to scan your network to see what's connected to your devices. This free software will help you do the leg work and figure out what's connected. Hopefully making your job easier to do.

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Bank Glitch

Some people just have all the luck. How wild this story sound and what risks this individual took and the consequences that he faced because of his bold actions.
He is so lucky that his ending made him free.

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Gooligan Malware Check

Looks like this new Android malware is infecting many user's by the minute. The infection takes place by opening an email or via web page and it doesn't stop there.
The only way to make sure you haven't been attacked it to verify your email address via the link below. I advise user's not to open any email that's they are not familiar with and if you don't know the user delete the email all itself.

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Public WiFi Beware

Public WiFi has it's good and it's bad. Today they are reviewing it's security risks and why you should be concern when connecting to these free services.

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Directv Now Review

Recently Directv came out with a mini subscription version for streamers and here is the scoop on whether or not the service is worth it.
Well for the money it looks good against it's contenders but only time will tell when more player's get in on the streaming wagon.


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Ultimate Boot CD

It's time again to update your Ultimate Boot CD that been recently been updated from September 2016. The new update brings new bugs fixes and definition updates and it's still a great utility disk for technician's and do it yourself users.

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Audio Grabber

Free audio grabber lets you rip music files so that you can easily play them where ever you go.
Technology is changing daily and it's important to keep up to date with software that's going to make your life easy.

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Virus Removal via CMD

Yes your best bet to remove any virus goes back to the DOS command prompt and if you hate going back to the old school method. I just want to let you know that this method is still effective.
Sometimes going back to the basic is the best way to get things done right.


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Reset Win Pswd

Your locked out of Windows and need to reset your Windows password to get access. Here is another useful site to get you out of a jam and help you get those files you need quickly.

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1. Use the Windows repair disk to boot your computer.
2. Choose your preferred language.
   Note: The method was tried on Windows 10. The repair disk options may differ for other Windows versions.
3. Click Troubleshoot.
   
4. Click Command Prompt.
   
5. In the CMD window, type the following command and press Enter:
   
   copy c:\windows\system32\sethc.exe c:\
6. Now, type the following command and press Enter:
   
   copy /y c:\windows\system32\cmd.exe c:\windows\system32\sethc.exe
   Note: You will see the Overwrite c:\sethc.exe?  confirmation if you have done this method in the past. In this case, type All and press Enter.
   
7. To quit CMD, type exit and press Enter. Restart your computer.
8. At the login screen where you enter your password, press Shift key for five times. A CMD window will show up.
9. Type the following command and press Enter:
   
   net user username password
   Important: Here, the username is your user account name and password is the new password you want to set. If your username is ironman and new password Jarvis, the command will be:
   net user ironman Jarvis
10. Now press Enter.
    
11. Exit the command prompt.
12. You can login to your Windows machine using the new password.

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Win & MAC Password Help

Somehow you lost your Windows or MAC password and need to get into your computer to get a hold of important files. No problem with the help of this link.
I am hoping user's use this information wisely and not do anything that's wrongful.


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Traffic Lights Get Easier

Looks like traffic light technology is getting to the automotive industry and if all goes well. We can sure expect to see it in upcoming models. Not only will you be able to tell when the next traffic light will change. It will warn you to slow down, because for one reason or another, your not going to make that light. The technology has so much to offer for drivers and city traffic headquarters that hopefully it will give better information for daily commuting traffic. Stay tuned.

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File Recovery

Here are some great software to have on hand when doing file recovery.

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DvD Ripper

Here's a great DvD ripper to clone your favorite dvd's where ever you go. Burn those favorite DvD's so that you can enjoy them for a lifetime.


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Win 10 File Default

For those user's who are having file default problems in Windows 10, here is the fix going forward to correct the file format problem. All other versions of Windows was quite simple going to the file folder. Now with Windows 10 and it's current apps. This is a little different.

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Dvd Repair

This bug keeps on coming and going for some user's and if you sit down and analyze it, you will realize that it's a Window and Manufacture software error bug. Microsoft will never admit it and the manufactures will deny it. But both parties are to blame for selling you a product that works when it wants to work. The reason for this is because either side don't sit down together to get work out the problem. It's easier to pass the buck and blame each other.
With this comes this great utility that hopefully will fix your problem for the time being until another major software update. Good luck.

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At&t Cord Cutter Service

The future of cable is here and before a number of subscribers bail out, At&t is jumping on top of it's game to come out with cord cutter plans for streamers. The prices are still quite high but still cheaper than overall cable service so many have been paying for years. If your a cord cutter, or soon to be I would definitely consider this move to easily move off of cable.

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Refurbished Review

Some companies lately are advertising computer items at unbelievable low prices and here is the real scoop on that. Although some user's think refurbished items are a steal for consumers. Here is the reality of what your really getting.
I am not a fan of refurbished items and unless your willing to risk the investment cost. If that's worth the risk then I suggest you go for it and take a chance.

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Negative Review Lawsuit

Looks like a Texas student sure got a lesson in law when she hired a lawyer for an accident that she had and became upset with the outcome. In response she left a negative review and the firm went after her.
It's very interesting to see the power of social media when it comes to negative reviews.

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Easy Steal

This device is making it very easy to steal your car. It's been out for a while for car thieves and it's getting a lot of attention. I just hope the authorities and manufacture re-establish control.

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Speed Chrome

Tired of Chrome running to slow. This software tidy's Chrome to what it should be and make sure it's running with less usage.

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USB Stick Toolkit

Having a USB emergency toolkit is always a good idea to have around. You never know when your going to use it and it might just get you out of a jam.

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MoboRobos

Easy manage mobile devices on your computer so that everything is backup and easy transfer files from one device to another. It's a great management tool to keep everything running smoothly.

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Mobile Unlimited Data Plans

It's good to know before you buy or switch to a new plan what your new service provider is willing to do for you when you sign-up with them. Unlimited Data plans are changing rapidly and before you go all out, these are the things that you need to know.

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Mobile Phone Tools

These great phone software's will help you solve your everyday problems, from backup, to restore, to unlocking your phone and data transfer. Use it wisely.

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Remove Samsung Screen Lock

Forgot your Samsung Galaxy Screen lock and need to get a hold of your data on your phone. This useful program will get you backup and running so that you will not lose your data and you can be on the way. It happens.

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Survey Creator

Here's another free survey creator for user's looking to get feedback from their customers. It's a great way to build a better customer service department so that your business can grow effectively.

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Replace Xp with Linux

Yes it's a great idea and even though the OS will be slightly different, Linux is more stable and securer that outed XP.
It's a great idea to extend the life of your computer for years to come.

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Things that will Mess your PC

Here are somethings to be aware of that will eventually mess up your computer if you don't take action now.
Let's just say it's just a disaster waiting to happen.

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Seize Prepaid Cards

Now new technology is helping authorities seize and freeze prepaid cards. This is just the beginning of what authorities are doing to fight back against identity theft. But this new technique has it's down falls and I guess time will tell whether or not it's going to really slow down identity theft.

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Auto Repair Windows

Here are good helpful tips to have Windows automatically repair itself when something is wrong. Not all the times this utility is going to help you. But when your down and out, it's a great start to try and doing things yourself first, before you get hired help.


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Wise Care 365

This holidays are full of surprises, here is is the great computer utility that cleans and tune's up your computer so that it's always running efficiently. It's a 12 month license, but it's always a great time to enjoy something for nothing.

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MAC Touch Bar

Deciding on getting a new MAC Touch Bar this holiday. We'll if your one of the DYI technician's you might want to review this teardown for future repairs. It looks like everything is glued and soldered to the board. So if it get's damaged your going to have to send it to an Apple repair technician. My theory is that Apple and other manufactures are making it harder for anyone to fix their products so that they can reap on future wear and tear maintenance. Good luck.

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Extract License Keys

Worried that you'll loose your license keys if your computer gets a malware or virus. Here is a great software to have on hand to save your license keys. Don't wait for the last minute until disaster occurs. Save your keys now.

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Stop a Text Message

It's an insane trick but if your quick enough to do it, it might just save you some great embarrassment later on.

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Power Down Your Network

I have heard these questions on and off for a while when it comes to powering down networks when not and in use and this is a good answer to the ongoing computer problems that most users have when they are online.


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Defender gets Smarter

Windows Defender is getting better and smarter with today's current computer infections. It's highly recommended to do constant offline scans so that your computer is always running smoothly.

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Stop Spotify

Looks like a famous company is moving up the charts quickly in competition with Apple Music. And growing so fast is not necessary good news when it comes for an application to have software bugs. This bug if not updated quickly can do some wear and tear into your hard drive. So if you have Spotify, it's recommended to do the update quickly.

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F.Lux

Using your computer around the clock. Then it would be a great idea to install this sleep pattern software on your so that your sleep patterns are in sync while your computing.


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Dropbox Secrets

Here are a few Dropbox secrets that many user's are unaware of. Maybe if you know that you can do this things you would want to use dropbox even more.

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New Router Buying Tips

Are you in the market for a new router, well if your getting ready to buy one. You should read this first so that you can get a quality router that meets your needs.

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AOL You Got Mail Guy

Remember American Online and the helpful guy always reminding you that you have mail. We'll look no further because if your using Uber lately. Chances are that you can one day meet up with him.
It's nice to link up to the past to something that changed the world on how we send and receive emails today.

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Fake Store Apps

Looks like hackers are already starting their shopping season early this year. Not only were they able to create a fake store apps, but confuse many individuals on thinking that it's for real.
So the next time you decide to click on one of those pop up ads, think again.

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iPhone will not turn on

Having problems with your iPhone not turning on. Here's what to do to get your phone up and running. Some of the instructions sound foolish, but when your out of communication from other's it's worth to go back to the basics to make sure your phone is up and running.

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Free Meter

Want to monitor your broadband usage and compare it to other days of the week. Here is a great software to keep you always connected.

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Amazon Breach

Looks like because of the recent Yahoo break, some Amazon user's are getting emails to change their passwords. I advise anyone who owns an Amazon account to setup 2 step authentication for an extra defense of security.

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Photo's Last

Ever wonder how long your photo's will last? We'll if you have photo's on a CD or DvD, you should now be taking proper measure's to make sure that they last you another fifty years. Now that technology is changing and CD's and DvD's are soon to be obsolete and you  should insure that these images that you have been collecting for such a long time can be enjoyed for years to come.
Here is some good information on what you should do with them before it's too late.

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New MAC

I must admit this is a nice sweet laptop and I would just love to get my hands on one. It's just too pricey for me. The multi-touch bar is a gamble, but time will tell. Get ready.

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Wireless Carrier Termination Fee's

Want to get out of your Wireless plan but need to figure out the termination fee's to see if it pays. No problem with the help of this online calculator to calculate your fee's.

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Chrome OS

Have an old computer that's still good but the OS is old and wish you can use it every day. We'll if it's a computer from 2008 and above, here is a handy idea to upgrade the OS and use it daily. By installing Chrome OS you not only extend the life of your computer but push the way have been using your computer in a different way.

If you can adapt to a Chrome way of life, your life will be easier accessing all your information online. It's not for everyone, but it a move in the right direction.

The OS builds have been updated since April 2013, but it still works and hopefully it will recognize all of your drivers.

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Create Project and Join 

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Christmas Wish List

Here is a great place to make up a list for the things you most want this holiday from others. Especially for those individuals who you always have a hard time getting them a gift.

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Dorm Hacks

It's great that your away from home, but being in a dorm with a tight budget requires you to enhance your technical skills so that you can show other's that the impossible can be done.

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EMS Phone Charging

Your in a state of emergency and need to charge your phone. Here are the key elements that you will need to get your phone charging so that you can make that call for help or just to contact a loved one.

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Google Results

Ever wanted to know what each state google's the most on. Very interesting to see what most user's on googling on Google.

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Free Movies via Vudu

The battle of streaming is now going on and with this many providers are trying to gain new customer loyalty. With this new tactic going on, companies like Vudu want your business and in order to compete with other providers and content they need to offer freebies. This is now your turn to get some great freebies.

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OCR for MAC

Every once in a while I find some great software online and today is catered to MAC user's who are simply looking for a quick scanning editing software. A sweet program with a lot of power.

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Auvik

Network Administrators wanted an easy solution to maintain their networks have a easier way to monitor all their infrastructure from one place. It's the start to taking control of security throughout your environment.

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Webcam Hacks

Here is the solid information that everyone has been talking about for a while regarding webcam hacks. It is possible, yes and what are your options.

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Retrieve iCloud Backup

Here is the simple steps to retrieve your files from an iCloud Backup. Just remember just because you deleted the file on your phone, doesn't necessary mean that you deleted the file from the cloud.

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Troubleshoot Win 10

Here's a great way for IT Administrators to troubleshoot Windows 10 problems. It's a great guide line to get to the bottom of your system errors.

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ReactOS

If your looking to upgrade an old computer to do just browsing, this software is a good replacement. It's just bare bones open source software, but good enough to get you online and keep browsing for free.

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Google Searches

User beware on Google searches, you don't want to someday be taken to court to show others what you have been searching for online with your computer. Because just in case you don't know, Google history can be used as evidence in court.

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Verizon Rip-Off

Looks like the phone giant is using sneaky tactics to over charge customers for data usage. Some of this usage cannot even be explained, now what that information intact. It will be very interesting to see after FCC investigation what they conclude.

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New Online Scams

Yes it's unfortunate that people are still scamming user's online and I just hope that you read the article below and learn about the new scams out and be alert when your onine.

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Computer Threat Protection

If you want to protect yourself from computer threats, here are some simple tips to keep you safe online. This does not guarantee that you'll be threat free, but at least your in the right track.


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New York Times Premium Free

In order to celebrate the New President of the United States, the New York Times premium subscription will be free for the next few days. It's worth to check out to see if this is something that's worth paying for. Regardless it's nice to see what premium user's get for a fee.

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Election Watch

Want to watch the results of the upcoming election, no problem with the help of this link telling you which sites will be live and have minute to minute updates.

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Verizon Flag to Yahoo

Looks like the takeover deal for Yahoo valve could end soon if Verizon can prove that Yahoo was careless was material. This can either be a discount for the big giant or a dead deal.
Let's see what happens next.

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Rescue CD

Ever now and then I keep by my side when fixing computers daily, a rescue disk. It's a great utility to always have available just in case you need help recovering a computer back to life. This is a great resource to help you get back on your feet in a hurry.

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Easus

Looking for free Data Recovery software, look no more with the help of this site giving away free file recovery software but with a 1 gig catch. Not a bad idea to use, if you data meets the requirements.

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Patent Lock Screen

Looks like Microsoft is taking a strategic position in securing all future computers by Patent and you better believe that they are going to use this advantage against OS that are trying to manipulate their current OS to meet new user standards. The future is yet to see how this plays but interesting to watch how it plays out against other vendors.
I guess their not going away too soon without a good fight.

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CarotDav

Here is a simple software for backing up remote file storage. Ideal device to use with Dropbox, Amazon AWS, Google Drive, ext.

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DvD Drive Help

This is an ongoing headache for most user's in which their Dvd drive all of a sudden disappears. Here is sweet software to help you get your drive up and running.

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Webcan App

Tired of putting sticking notes or tape on your webcam. Here is a great software to monitor your webcam in case if you ever get hacked, you can be aware what's happening.
I suggest to install this handy software if your one of those individuals who fear webcam hacks.

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World Airport Wi-Fi Passwords

The next time your traveling check out the Airport Wi-Fi Password map to get you connected before your flight departs. It's a handy site to always keep you connected.

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