Monthly Archives: December 2010

Stings “Fields of Gold” – An Auld Lang Syne Alternative?

Totally off topic, but since I’m still on vacation (for a few more days), I get to wander a bit on the journalistic map. We all have certain songs that evoke emotion, and this time of the year, for many … Continue reading

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Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – December 31, 2010

How to Watch Streaming Video Anywhere in the World – So you’re jetting off to a tropical island in uncharted waters. But how are you supposed to enjoy paradise when copyright laws put the international hammer down on Netflix? Winter … Continue reading

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Two Free VirusTotal Apps Can Help You Catch Malware Preemptively

You’ve run your primary anti-malware application, and up pops a notice advising you that you have an infection. But since you’re an aware computer user, you launch both your secondary malware scanners in sequence and – surprise! According to your … Continue reading

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Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – December 30, 2010

The most popular Windows Blog tips of 2010 – While 2010 was the first full year of Microsoft Windows 7, the previous versions of that operating system still have an integral role to play in many enterprises. Consequently, many of … Continue reading

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Happy New Year 2011

Dear readers and subscribers, As 2010 comes to a close, I’d like to take this opportunity to wish you, and your family, a happy, and healthy New Year. May 2011 fulfill all its promise, and may all your expectations be … Continue reading

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Check Windows Security Status With Free Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 2.2

Intrusion detection systems do a good job (or so I’m told), in protecting physical environments against desperados and trespassers. But, creating an access point by leaving a window or a door open, obviously reduces the efficiency of such a system. … Continue reading

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Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – December 29, 2010

Rescue CDs: Tips for fighting malware – Malware is sophisticated enough to manipulate the host computer’s operating system to help it hide. That’s why rescue CDs are becoming the go-to malware detection and removal technology. The Best Online Backup Services … Continue reading

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CNET’s 2010 Top 10 Downloads Tell A Tale!

This year, CNET has delivered more than ONE BILLION downloads, and recently plucked its 2010 top 10 downloads from this amazing number of served up applications. Reportedly, there are now 1.2 billion Internet users, so the CNET numbers are impressive … Continue reading

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Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – December 28, 2010

The Cleverest Geeky Windows Tricks Everyone Should Know – Anyone can sit down at a Windows PC and get along fine, but with the right tips and tricks, you can get around much faster. Here’s a handful of clever tricks … Continue reading

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Free License Ad-Aware Pro – Today Only!

Yesterday, I pointed out the difference between companies who are stuck in a Twentieth Century marketing mode, versus those companies who “get it”, and who understand marketing in the Twenty First Century. I’m referring to mature software developers who focus … Continue reading

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