Monthly Archives: September 2010
Depending On Your Antimalware Applications For Internet Security? An Infection Is On The Way!
Let me begin this article by defining the word “responsibility”, a concept which appears to me, to be losing its place in modern culture. Definition – a duty or obligation to satisfactorily perform or complete a task (assigned by someone, … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – September 22, 2010
Ninite Brings No-Hassle Bulk Installations to Linux – Re-installing your favorite software in a new system takes time—boring, click-to-proceed time you could spend more wisely. Ninite, the web-based installer that takes the nag out of installs, now offers great custom … Continue reading
Filed under Internet Security Alerts, Tech Net News
Wipe Out Unwanted Photo Elements With Free PhotoWipe
As an amateur photographer (very amateur), I know how hard it is to get that perfect picture. Countless times, over the years, I’ve ended up with the perfect shot only to have it spoiled by one small detail that if … Continue reading
Get $245.00 From Microsoft – Forward This Email (This Is Not A Hoax)
My blogging buddy, Rick Robinette, of What’s On My PC, recently posted a terrific opinion piece on forwarded emails and chain mail – STOP Chain Email. Here’s a little piece from that article – How many of you receive on … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – September 21, 2010
Lifehacker: UberStudent Is an Ubuntu System Custom-Built for Students – We suggested last week that, for many college students, a used laptop reloaded with Ubuntu is good enough. UberStudent, an Ubuntu installation loaded with student-friendly tools and customizations, is a … Continue reading
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Unlocker Windows Explorer Extension Handles Locked Files Easily
We’ve all had problems, at one time or another, attempting to delete a file that simply refused to be deleted. This can be frustrating, and can lead to all sorts of confusing thoughts. But it doesn’t have to be that … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – September 20, 2010
CloudMagic Speeds Up Gmail and Google Apps Searches – I used to think that Gmail’s built-in search feature was fast, but that was before I tried out CloudMagic (free). This browser extension (available for Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox) can … Continue reading
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Filed under Internet Security Alerts, Tech Net News
BetterPrivacy Firefox Add-on Kills Flash Cookies
If you hear something repeated often enough, then that “something” takes on a veneer of truth. It doesn’t necessarily mean that it is true of course – but, it appears to be true. The “truth” regarding Internet site cookies, falls … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – September 19, 2010
Top 10 Things to Do with a New Windows 7 System – Whether you’ve just bought a new PC, upgraded to Windows 7, or reinstalled your OS, a just-installed system is a great opportunity to make some helpful changes and … Continue reading
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Backup Your Firefox Profile With MozBackup
Mozilla has just released version 3.6.10 of Firefox to fix a startup bug that affected a small number of users. You may want to consider updating to this latest version. But before you do, consider backing up your existing Firefox … Continue reading
Filed under Backup Applications, Backup Tools, downloads, Firefox, Freeware, Software, USB, Utilities, Windows Tips and Tools
