1/30/18

Enable Win 10 Exploit

Here is a great way to enable Windows 10 Exploit protection and how keep your computer protected daily. Windows Exploit Guard hopefully is here to stay.

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1/29/18

Ransome MAC attack

Here are some steps to take if your MAC one day gets a ransomeware attack and what to do after you get a lock screen. The next steps you take are unfortunate, but you can still get help. Worse scenario you can emial Macworld for help at mac911@macworld.com with screen captures. Good luck.

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1/28/18

Windows Latest Update

Looks like Windows recent update not only gave you the latest version of Windows but swallowed up at least 30 gigs of hard drive space. Now if you have enough hard drive space, then no need to worry about it because in 10 days the rollback software will automatically delete.
But if you in need of drive space, I would recommend on just waiting a little longer if you can to make sure Windows is stable enough before you delete. You decide.

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1/27/18

Best Cellphone Battery Life

Want to know the best phones to buy that has the best battery life. No need to look further with these top five phones that give you the most in battery life.
So the next time your cell phone shopping, make sure to remember these brands.

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1/26/18

Linkedin Learning

Looks like Linkedin is expanding it's career skills to eLearing so that user's have the right equipment and tools when they go into the workforce. It's an excellent move for them to keep career minding individuals in the market place so that they can be marketable.

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1/25/18

High Spooler CPU usage

This usage reads a high level of CPU usage because of a problem with Windows printing systems that can be full of several tasks or printers that are not configured correctly. If you keep on getting this alert. Here is the fix.

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1/24/18

Most Likely Animal

Looks like these animals are the most likely victims that cause human death. It is good to be aware of what animal in your state is a high risk item. Pretty amazing and I must admit it sort of surprised me on the type of state animal causing these deaths.

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1/23/18

PDF Converter

Here is a cool software for those user's looking for a PDF converter to simplify their lives. It's as easy as just clicking a few links and effortless. Give the trial version a shot.

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1/22/18

Ransavor

Here is a cool add on for Outlook to save your from getting the Ransome infection. In today's world any kind of prevention is a good way to stay Ransome free.

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1/21/18

ADT with Alexa

Looks like Amazon Alexa works pretty nice with ADT equipment. Just don't like the option were I have to tell Alexa the password to disarm the alarm. That should be build in and stored on the Alexa application and there should be a special code for that. But that option should be revised and changed.
Regardless it's still a great buy.

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1/20/18

Fax Machine Farewell

Are you one of those individuals who still use's a fax machine? Although many companies still have these devices around, it's already near to extinction.
Faxes were a great tool years ago,and now with technological advancements in smart phones and emails it's difficult to still want to use a fax machine. For the time it takes you to send a fax, this can easily be received and sent via smart phone or email.
The more excuses one makes for wanting a fax machine, there is already another device taking it's place and doing things much faster that what a fax can do. So move forward and say goodbye to the old fax.

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1/19/18

Circle with Disney

Disney has this new internet add on device that filters the internet to the settings that you want controlled for your children's internet devices. It's an easy setup to filter unwanted sites for your young one's with the capability to shut off their WiFi at certain times. It's an ideal product for the concerned parent.

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1/18/18

Apps outside of Windows Store

Here is the fix to install application outside of the Windows store. It's good to know how to do this just in case in the future you need to allow a program that's not from the Windows store to install software onto your computer.

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1/17/18

eTix

Looks like the MTA in New York City is looking on ways to upgrade their metro cards and if so, let's just say the new technology via smart phone will pay the way for your train fares via MTA and Metro rail.

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1/16/18

Home Robot

This home security robot is so unique that it not only patrols your home, but it's pet friendly, people friendly and works with Alexa. So there is no telling what else this home security robot can do. This kickstarter project it's in it's premature stage.

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1/15/18

China changing the Internet

Looks like China is moving is big directions on changing how they use the internet. For others it's the future of Internet. But being in China, this is their way of life. Will it be ours as well?

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1/14/18

Remove Hiss with Audacity

If your using the Audacity software you will be amazed and the great features the software uses to get your music sounding so crisp and clear. One such feature is the audio hiss in which with a few adjustments it's just a click away.
I enjoy Audacity and it's cool features to take my music to another level.

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1/13/18

Firefox Updates

Looks like Firefox recently did some updates that some user's may want to install to get the best out of their browser. These new add on's will definitely make Firefox exceptionally different from others. Check them out.

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1/12/18

Server Evolution

The server has evolved drastically for users and companies in the last few years. The technology has expanded and has become more practical for the everyday user. Now the next generation of servers is preparing for the cloud and taking technology were it's never been before.

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1/11/18

Airbar

Now a touch screen laptop is as simple as adding an a ruler band to your computer so that any user can easily enjoy that touch screen experience.

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1/10/18

Laptop Power Plug

This information has been going back and forth for sometime and now here is information to put all of those myths away. What you need to know regarding if you should keep your laptop power cord always on.

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1/9/18

Own your MAC

Everyone now and then you see certain people customize their MAC in ways you could only imagine. It's not for everyone, but for those user's who want to customize their MAC, here it is.

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1/8/18

Win Thumb files

Here is some great information on Windows thumb files and what they are and do. Just because they are on your computer and try to make your life easier, doesn't always mean that you really need them. So if you like them or dislike them, just make sure you understand why they are there.

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1/7/18

Reset WiFi Plug

This WiFi plug just has one simple job, which is to reset the Wireless internet connection should it notice a degrade wireless connection. It's a great tool for user's who always want their wireless working at top notch daily.

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1/6/18

Comcast Net Increase

Looks like Comcast has already new plans for the year for performance internet service subscriber. Le't just say new year new price. So get ready for the increase.

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1/5/18

iPhone Tricks

Here are some cool apple iPhone tricks that you should be aware of that your phone can do for you and it's always good to get to know what the iPhone can do for you.

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1/4/18

Mac Touchbar

Looks like the Macbook Pro touch bar can give you more direct access to things that you can do, but will user's ready?

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1/3/18

Google Calendar Addon's

These calendar addon's will definitely change what you do daily and take you to another level on scheduling your daily events.

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1/2/18

Your Own Cell Network

Looks like these two students decided on doing something that many people will stay away from which is building their own cell phone network.
It took a lot of trial and error of course but with the right equipment the DYI project worked and it's a great way to understand the current technology current providers use.
I admire them for getting it done and showing other's that with hard work and understanding anything can be possible.

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1/1/18

Elementary OS

Looks like this new software is changing the way we do things. As Microsoft get's older, other companies are still trying to take it's place and sooner or later someone will succeed until then it's still worth check out and see if it's for you.

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12/31/17

Amazon blocks YouTube

Looks like Amazon is not playing games with Google when it comes to blocking Amazon video content and the fight might just be the beginning. So if your having problems watching content on your player, you might want to read this article.

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12/30/17

Google Drive Update

Looks like Google will be doing some chances in the next few months and for many user's it will be good as for other's it might be a little confusing at first, but let's just say that they are updated their software and with this it brings new changes. Check it out and get ready.

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12/29/17

iPhone Secrets

If you looking for extra's from the iPhone, here is some hidden features and it's always good to know just in case some day you need to put it to use.

12/28/17

Undersea Cable Done

Looks like Facebook and Microsoft's undersea cable installation has finished and it's the beginning of something amazing to come next year when it goes live. The cable will be the first technological cable to connect both companies to other parts of the world. I can only imagine what in store for these two companies next year.

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12/27/17

Remo for Windows

Looks like Remo for Windows is a great efficient way to recover lost files and is worth giving it a try if your lost data is important on recovering. Although it's a little pricey, it sure makes recovery steps simple to use.

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12/26/17

Powershell Offline Workstation

Here is a great way to put a workstation out of service using powershell, so that a user can do maintenance or upgrade on the device. It's a time saver and helps to keep off user's from an unstable workstation.

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12/25/17

IKEA VR

IKEA staff was pretty excited this holiday season to get their hand on virtual reality components. These new gadgets are going to help staff to guide customers to decorate their homes.
It's the new generation of home decorating, made possible by IKEA. It will be very interesting to see what this new evolution will bring to home furnishing.

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12/24/17

Hyper V and VM ware backup

Let's just say that this company is taking big steps to minimizing our backup strategy especially for the virtual environment. And it's outstanding and amazing on the way they do things. You will be up and running in minutes.

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12/23/17

Security Bulb

I must admit it that security products are getting very creative and prices are dropping. Get ready for a new advance generation with cameras everywhere you go.

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12/22/17

Wireless Charging Pad

A new generation of wireless charging pads are coming our way, it doesn't mean you need to upgrade. It just means that you just have to get your device to catch up with the technology.

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12/21/17

World's Smallest Night Vision

Here is a real great small night vision camera and you can't beat the price. Let's just say if you need to beef up security at your home or work place. This camera does comes handy.

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12/20/17

Digital Signage

Here is a great way to create a digital signage for your home,s school or office. It's a great way to share information across other networks and getting your information distributed to other users. It's a great way to keep everyone connected.

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12/19/17

HDD to SSD

Need to clone an old HDD to SSD no problem with the help of this software called HDD Raw Copy Tool. Now most hard drive transfer utility can do some of the job but fail to close the HFS+ files. And your best bet it to get the job done right from the start.

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12/18/17

Google Video Quality Report

Here is a great website to verify the video quality report of your internet. It's a great way to verify if the quality your viewing it's at it's peak performance.
I though it was very interesting to see what other providers in your area have in video quality service.

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12/17/17

Find Cell phone Online

Here are some great ways to find a cell phone online. It's not a guarantee that you'll get that individuals cell phone online, but it's a great start to completing your goal.

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12/16/17

Router Trace

Here's a great router trace to check your router's trace route and see if it's performing efficiently and effectively. The software give you full information to get close to the source to fix you everyday problems. Great way to keep your router running efficiently.

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12/15/17

Beacons

Looks like ultrasonic beacons are monitoring your internet of things devices and it's not the first and the last we will see of these devices. Not only are they quietly collecting user information on our daily activities, but gathering information for the next generation of advertising or who knows what. So far these beacon's remain quiet and silent, but that doesn't mean that they are not still active. So for whatever use they are intended for, be cautious on the type of applications that your installing and  pay in mind that big brother is watching.

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12/14/17

Flow Charts

Create easy to use flow charts and then save them on your computer when done.It's a simple online software that you just login to and start creating your network charts. It's a great idea for user's who need to layout the system's network. Check it out.


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12/13/17

Speed up your Website

Have a lot of images on your website and want to speed up the loading process, this is where Kraken comes in. The program shrinks images without loosing quality. It's a great python script and it sure does the job well enough to live up to it's name.

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12/12/17

AI for job interviews

Looks like the artificial intelligence has been modified to screen applicants that now brokerage firms are moving forward with this technology.
The software analyzes facial expressions of individuals when asked to answer specific questions. AI goal it to narrow down the hiring processes and choose ideal candidates for the position. It's an awkward way of doing things but they are convinced that it works and it so, it will mean that more companies will tag along to do the same. Get ready.

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12/11/17

Webpage Speak

Here is a chrome add on to be able to read to you what's on the webpage. It's a great add on from Chrome to make your life easier. Give it a try.


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12/10/17

Compromised Email

Has your email be compromised, the chances are seldom for some users. But for the average online user, this can happen at anytime.
This is where this website comes handy and hopefully finds your breach in security.

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12/9/17

Win Logview

Need to know who's logging on to your computer, but want an easier way to review the activity. Here is a handy software to install and make things simple.

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12/8/17

Linkedln

Don't have a Linkedln profile, lets just say you should and here is the reason why. If your job hunting or if you want others to see what you do and want to be considered by other employers. Posting your profile in Linkedln will show off your skills and should an employer want to hire you. Let's just say they can easily contact you. Also it's a great way to send resume online for job opportunities.

Linkedln is similar to Indeed, Dice, Monster, Careerbuilder, Beyond, etc. and sending your resume takes just a few clicks. Check it out and give it a try. The easiest way to network online.

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12/7/17

Ccleaner Update

If your a CCleaner user, you need to read this article because it's looks like the software giant was hacked and they did some tweaks to the software that can get you in trouble. So hurry up and do the update, if you haven't.

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12/6/17

Uber Updates

Looks like Uber has already updated it's application for the Holidays. Not only will it be easier for a driver to find you when you call a car, but you will get live status updates until the car picks you up. And for the send a guest ride for user's who need a ride to your home, it's just so simple and easy to use. I just hope all goes good for Uber rider's during these Holidays.

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12/5/17

Equifax Pity

It's sad to hear that Equifax recently was hacked. It just confirms that your data is not even safe in the hands of the credit bureau. And to add insult to injury by adding account freezes to combat identity theft and slapped again in the face for using outdated security features that anyone can still hack in matter of seconds. That's already two strikes for Equifax and now I am wondering if the company really has it together or they are just playing the blaming game.
They are the only one's that can really fix their internal problem and for consumers for now. They just have to wait and monitor their credit report daily, weekly or monthly.

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12/4/17

Problem Steps Recorder

Here is a great useful program to help user's over the phone on how to do things with their computer. Sometimes telling user's what to do can be very frustrating.
This is were the Problem Steps Recorder comes in to help you save time.

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12/3/17

D-Link Vulnerability

Looks like this D-Link vulnerability will never be patched and this is a good lesson that consumers should be aware when purchasing D-Link products.
Looks like the vendor refuses to even do the patch updates to fix these holes for this old product and are just telling user's that it's time to replace the unit.
It's so sad that they took that approach and moving forward I am staying away from purchasing any of their future products. It just shows the company poor support on software support.

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12/2/17

Traffic Cams

If your going to Florida on a weekend getaway, you might want to keep this website on hand to check out the traffic so that you can estimate how long it's going to take you to get to your destination.

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12/1/17

Apple Security Flaw

Looks like Apple these days are having a lot of flaws in their software and this time user's are warned not to update their OS (macOS High Sierra 10.13.1) without them fixing their password glitch.

Just comes to show you how sloppy Apple programmers and getting when doing patch updates. Did everyone forget what Apple did with iOS11.

These programmers are quick to deploy the software without testing and  quality control. All too similar what Microsoft did back in the days did when they roll out updates.

My suggesting to Apple is to wake up and smell the coffee.

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11/30/17

Printer Tracker

It's an amazing story how the NSA was able to pin point who leaked out confidential information. I am just amazed on the stories with new technology and hidden secrets that enable user tracking. We reached an age of technology were everything has a signature.


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11/29/17

Taxify Coming Soon

Looks like Uber better be ready for competition. This new taxi service is coming from Europe and it might just take down Uber once and for all. It's structured similar to Uber but cheaper and with delivery pickups radius near the area you live.
I just hope Uber concepts stays alive and may the best company win.


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11/28/17

Rent The Runway

Pretty neat way to keep always up to date with fashion by subscribing to this company and you will never have to worry about style anymore. It's the easy way to stay in fashion and always look great. It's an ideal subscription for the everyday salesperson.

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11/27/17

Reset Win 10 Admin & Local Acct

Here are the steps to easily reset a Windows workstation using an Administrator and Local account.
There are several ways to do this but your best bet is try purchase the premium software of PcUnlocker so that you can be up and running in not time. Good luck.

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11/26/17

Metric System Adaptation

Looks like America is way behind the metric system and their foolishness is causing problems. It not until something devastating occurs that everyone will understand that maybe it's time to upgrade. This should have been done years ago, but no one pushed for it and this is why we still have this problem today.

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11/25/17

2k DOS Games

Love the old DOS games and wish you could still play them now. Here is a way you can enjoy the beautiful world of DOS and why some gamers still love these sites. It's a great time machine experience for the new generation to understand how gaming came to be what it is today.

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Microsoft subscription worth

Can't decide if purchasing a Microsoft subscription is worth the cost. Well we have done some research and you will be surprised on the outcome.

11/24/17

New iPhone Wireless Charging

Looks like the new iPhone will have wireless charging and even though current wireless charging takes a while to charge. The new generation of charging that is included in the new iPhone should be even better, but we will have to wait and see if this is true.

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11/23/17

Boarding Pass Security

Boarding Passes are taking for granted by many individuals and you should be cautious what your posting online. Not only does this open doors for others to steal your identity but gives the opportunities for criminal acts to take place. You should always review thoroughly before you post.

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11/22/17

Menu Editor

Want to edit the Win + X menu and add your custom links so they can easily be accessible later on. Here is a great software to get you started and simplify things in life.


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11/21/17

Run Dialog Tips

Use the Run command prompt to get to resources quicker and faster. Most commands shortcuts will save you time in the long run. It just takes practice on remembering them.

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taskmgr
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devmgmt.msc
%ProgramData%
%Path%
control system.cpl
control desk.cpl
control admintools
control desktop
ms-settings:usb
ms-settings:windowsupdate
ms-settings:lockscreen
ms-settings:display
%OneDrive%

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   Control panel tool             Command
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   Accessibility Options          control access.cpl
   Add New Hardware               control sysdm.cpl add new hardware
   Add/Remove Programs            control appwiz.cpl
   Date/Time Properties           control timedate.cpl
   Display Properties             control desk.cpl
   FindFast                       control findfast.cpl
   Fonts Folder                   control fonts
   Internet Properties            control inetcpl.cpl
   Joystick Properties            control joy.cpl
   Keyboard Properties            control main.cpl keyboard
   Microsoft Exchange             control mlcfg32.cpl
      (or Windows Messaging)
   Microsoft Mail Post Office     control wgpocpl.cpl
   Modem Properties               control modem.cpl
   Mouse Properties               control main.cpl
   Multimedia Properties          control mmsys.cpl
   Network Properties             control netcpl.cpl
                                  NOTE: In Windows NT 4.0, Network
                                  properties is Ncpa.cpl, not Netcpl.cpl
   Password Properties            control password.cpl
   PC Card                        control main.cpl pc card (PCMCIA)
   Power Management (Windows 95)  control main.cpl power
   Power Management (Windows 98)  control powercfg.cpl
   Printers Folder                control printers
   Regional Settings              control intl.cpl
   Scanners and Cameras           control sticpl.cpl
   Sound Properties               control mmsys.cpl sounds
   System Properties              control sysdm.cpl

11/20/17

Flawless Widescreen

Tired of messing with your monitor resolution, here is a great software to fix any resolution problem you having. It's said to make widescreen gaming the way it should be. Check it out.

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11/19/17

OneDrive Uninstaller

One this with Microsoft that I learned a long time ago is that you never can trust a company that likes to control what they install on your computer. OneDrive is a great example of that and for those user's who don't use OneDrive and have no use for Microsoft's online folder. Here are the instructions on how to remove. But there is no telling if Microsoft will again try to re-install it's bundled software in future updates.

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11/18/17

Blackblaze Personal Preview

Looks like Blackblaze has come a long way to make backup and recovery a thing of the past and now better than ever you have options to restore your backup. Now backing up and restoring can be a thing of the past. You decide if Blackblaze is for you.

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11/17/17

Crash Plan No Home Plans

Looks like Crash Plan is getting out of the home business and consumers now are forced to look else where to find a replacement.
Like any backup company, I would not worry to much but keep your eye's open until your plan expires for companies that will make it worth while for a switch.

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11/16/17

Hide Files in G Suite

Here is a great way to hide a file on G suite for security or to keep prying eye's out of your business. It's a great idea and could have lots of uses.

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11/15/17

IT Certifications for College Credit

Looks like some colleges are letting students use their IT Certifications for college credits and although it will not work for all colleges it does help reduce the required credits needed for a student to graduate. It's worth taking a look into.

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11/14/17

Kapersky Alert

This is a very touchy subject and even after the report, I am still uncertain. It could just be government boycott of the product but from what I see more information should be made available for user's to make a final decision. Don't just go by what they want you to do. You decide.

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11/13/17

Y2k38

Looks like there will be a new problem for 32 bit computers in the year 2038 and it's basically a computation problem. Doesn't mean that your computer will stop working, just that it's calculations will be off when counting.
Like Y2K, there is plenty of time to fix the problem and for someone to make an update fix. But
just comes to show you that within time, technology always needs to be upgraded.

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11/12/17

Computer Crashes

Here are several reasons why computers crash, but necessary the main reason why your computers is crashing. It's a good start to troubleshooting your computer problems.

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11/11/17

Frank

This cool startup wants to help you cash in on all of your financial aide dollars and I am excited and happy that someone was able to figure out the crazy paperwork and simplify it for students seeking to better themselves. I wish the best for this startup and for more companies to simplify our lives. Education is a plus to moving up in the real world.

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11/10/17

HD Life Expectancy

Pretty interesting information on hard drive expectancy and a reality check on why I do daily backups. There are a lot of companies that backup your hard drives and the reality is that your hard drive will not last forever. So be wise and backup daily before it's too late.

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11/9/17

Fix One Drive CPU

Looks like One drive is pulling a lot of memory on some computer's CPU's and here is the fix for it if your currently having having CPU problems.

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11/8/17

FBI Surveillance Van

This looks like a flashback to the days when the FBI would do counter surveillance on individuals, it would have been nice if they included a certified letter stating that this vehicle was used to catch a notorious mob gangster and then I could see the value going up. But a great novelty for collectors.


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11/7/17

AWS future

Looks like AWS is a great key element in technology and as a key element on making Amazon profitable. AWS has yet to evolve and yet the figures can no longer be ignored.

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11/6/17

Amazon Portability

Looks like someone took the Amazon dot portable and you will be surprised on how it made driving so simple to do with this amazing virtual assistant.

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11/5/17

Win 10 Preview

Looks like Windows 10 Preview you can now send webpages from an iPhone to a personal computer.
That's just the beginning of Microsoft expanding it's resources through other devices.

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11/4/17

Fix Win Files

Getting Windows system and file error, then this is your solution to fix the problem. It's going to take a while to fix, but at least you can prevent future system crashes by running this file repair utility.

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11/3/17

iPhone Data Recovery

Looking to recover your iPhone files, here is a great software to have on hand when your files are in risk of being deleted. Hopefully you'll get to retrieve them in time and save them in a safe place.

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11/2/17

Nap in Self Driving Cars

It's amazing how these developers are just saying now that napping in self driving cars is just two years away. What that tells me is that reality is here and it's only a matter of time before some puts a program together to make it happen.

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11/1/17

Make Batteries Last

Interesting information on how to keep your batteries to last longer. Most of this information makes sense and if you take care of your battery, it will last longer.

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10/31/17

Cord Cutting Help

Cutting the cord on cable and need help trying to figure out what subscription plan if any would be good for you. This is where it gets complicated depending on what you willing to give up. Cable cutting is not for everyone, but if you can adjust. Then the savings will add up monthly.

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10/30/17

Repair Domain Trust

If your an IT Administrator, you have seen this error to many times on repairing the domain trust relationship on a computer.
So quick tips and steps to repair the problem would repair power shell and reading the link below. But most of the times things are not that simple and your best bet is to login to safe mode and remove the domain and add the computer back to the domain. This should fix the problem and good luck.

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10/29/17

Capture Screen's Remotely

Here are some cool ways to capture screen websites remotely and the best part about it is that you have choices.

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10/28/17

Facebook Subscriptions

Looks like Facebook will be soon offering subscription service for those user's who love to read content on Facebook. Don't know how this is going to workout for them but I guess it's time to find another interesting site to read for free.

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10/27/17

Win 7 Pswd Recovery

Have a Windows 7 computer and recently forgot the password and need to reset it. Here is a great tool to help you create a rescue disk. If that doesn't work you can also try to reset your password with the recovery software.

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10/26/17

Apple Tv setup

Need to setup Apple Tv, help is on the way with these easy setup instructions. It's simple and easy to do. The only problem you may have now and then is remote or no video output. And in most cases, just rebooting the device get's everything up and going as usual.


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10/25/17

Terminator is Alive

This is so scary after seeing a movie of terminator and knowing that one day this can be possible. It's only a matter of time before we are all terminated.

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10/24/17

Google new Feature

Looks like Google Maps is getting up grated to something more better than most of us can think of. Besides showing us what man has done through evolution. It now can give you map elevations of the area. It's going to get many more user's to use their maps, where ever they go.

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