Win8 for Beginners

Recently purchased a Windows 8 computer and still not use to some of the features and options that Windows currently has. Here's a great start up video to get you in the right track with Windows 8.

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PDF to Word

Need to convert a PDF document to Word. No problem with this easy converter. Its the best freeware to edit and re-use over and over again.

Are Digital Signatures Secure

Are digital signatures secure, yes for now as long as you use a respectable company. As for the future of digital signatures, well it looks great for now, but vendors will always have to be a step ahead on security if they want to make  big sell to their clients and  future of digital signing.

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Send Large Files

If you haven't check them out yet, do so now because you never know when your going to have to send a large file online.

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Drop Send
We Send

Emsisoft Emergency Kit

Looking for a new malware scanner with dual engines. This software claims to be the best one on the block. I'll say just lets give it a test and let time tell if this software works.

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Combofix

This is a great virus removal software. It's designed to take control of any lost computer files who are full of viruses, malware and rootkits. Your best bet is to use this software first and then use you standard removals afterwards.If all fails then your better off to reformat all together. Good Luck.

ComboFix info:
**Note: In the event you already have Combofix, this is a new version that I need you to download. It is important that it is saved directly to your desktop**

1. Please, never rename Combofix unless instructed.
2. Close any open browsers.
3. Close/disable all anti virus and anti malware programs so they do not interfere with the running of ComboFix.
   • Very Important! Temporarily disable your anti-virus, script blocking and any anti-malware real-time protection before performing a scan. They can interfere with ComboFix or remove some of its embedded files which may cause "unpredictable results".
   • Click on this link to see a list of programs that should be disabled. The list is not all inclusive. If yours is not listed and you don't know how to disable it, please ask.
   NOTE1. If Combofix asks you to install Recovery Console, please allow it.
   NOTE 2. If Combofix asks you to update the program, always do so.
   • Close any open browsers.
   • WARNING: Combofix will disconnect your machine from the Internet as soon as it starts
   • Please do not attempt to re-connect your machine back to the Internet until Combofix has completely finished.
   • If there is no internet connection after running Combofix, then restart your computer to restore back your connection.
4. Double click on combofix.exe & follow the prompts.
5. When finished, it will produce a report for you.
6. Please post the "C:\ComboFix.txt"

**Note: Do not mouseclick combofix's window while it's running. That may cause it to stall**

Verify Twitter Post

Need to verify if your twitter posts are real people. Here's a site to confirm which one of your followers are real and are not automated. At least you now know the truth.

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Mouse Wait

Here's a great Disney application for travelers who always want to know how long the wait in line is at certain locations. It's a must have application to make your park experience pleasant. I strongly recommend it if your a Disney fan.

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Where did this email come from?

Sometimes when we get spam mail, people wonder where the email is coming from. Here's an insight on what to look for and what to use to find out who sent you that mail. It will not always be true for all the emails that you get.

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Spam Cop
Google Header Analysis

Tweak Disk Cleanup

Disk Cleanup is a utility file that's built into Windows to clean up temporary files left by programs or files that you were working on. If the file is open or not in use, at times Windows plays it safe and doesn't delete them.
If you want Disk Cleanup to always cleanup your temporary folder here is the registry tweak to do this.
I caution you tweak your registry at your own risk and follow the instructions below.

Instructions:
Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ SOFTWARE\ Microsoft\ Windows\ CurrentVersion\ Explorer\ VolumeCaches\ Temporary Files

Locate and double-click on LastAccess. When you see the Edit DWORD Value dialog box, change the Value Data setting from 7 to 0 and click OK. Setting it at 0 will make Disk Cleanup Tool delete all the files. If you set it at say 1, it will not clean the last 1 days temp files.

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BYOD connections

Want to establish a BYOD at work and enable connecting to be easy. Here are some software's that help you link your to your network easier.

Clearpass
SU1X software download link
Xpress Connect




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Boot Safe

No need to hit F8 to get to Safe Mode. Now all you have to do is use this handy utility and it easily takes you to safe mode. It's a dummies guide to Safe Mode.


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Uninstall Win Product Key

Here are the instructions to carry along your Windows Product Key to another computer. The laws vary on OEM so feel free to try it at your own risk.
You have to be signed as an administrator and at the cmd prompt type "slmgr /dlv" then uninstall the product key using the /upk switch. If everything is done correctly you should get the window script that the product key was installed correctly.

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Brasero

Looking for a Nero replacement that's free without the premium price. Brasero is a good substitute and your enjoy how easily you  can burn software like Nero with just a few clicks.

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Rise

Here's a great new application for Apple lovers who need an alarm clock that works with their daily happens. It's very unique when compared to other applications that I've seen in the market.
I enjoy how you can easily mute or give yourself another five minutes with just a slide of the application. If you in the market for a new alarm application for you phone. This is a must see link.

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Free Accounting Software

Looking for a simple free accounting software. Here's a simple program to track income and expenses with even a sale record database. Not bad for a freebie.

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Win 8 Startup Menu

Windows 8 has changed drastically that now user's have the option to install the classic version or alternate versions if they feel that they still need the startup menu. It looks like Microsoft is taking action to eventually remove the menu button for good.

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Win Classic
Start8
Win 8 manual setup
Start Menu 7 

Free Any Burn

Here is a great burning software that simplifies burning software. It works with various operating systems and hopefully this time burning will be easier to do. If your in the market for a new burning software here's a great freebie.


Free Any Burn

Live Gold Prices

Have scrap gold to sell and wondering how much you can get for your useless gold pieces. Here's what you need to know before you decide to sell your gold. Gold prices vary with the amount of carat the gold pieces were made of. Anything that is 24 ct gold is worth way more than 18 ct and 10 ct gold. And if your planing on selling your gold, the best offer you'll get in most places is 1/4 of the current market price. But you need to know how many ounces your carat of gold weighs before hand.
My advice to you is never settle for the first bid on gold your selling, don't fall for vendors charging you to price your gold and shop around for the best offer. It is what it is, but you can still sell your gold and still make a decent profit. Good luck.


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Restartme

Your program recently crashed and now you want to restart it again like you originally did. Here's a great software to restart things over again when things just crash.

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