History of the Computer “Cogito ergo sum”; “Je pense donc je suis”; “I think, therefore I am” – René Descartes (Mar 31, 1596 to Feb 11, 1650) The human mind, above the mind of all other creatures, always had the capacity to think like a […]
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In The New Password Paradigm – Part 1, I promised to expand on the concept and also to provide an analysis of things I have told you in the past about passwords. Some of what I told you is still valid, even in the light
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I guess most users would now be utilizing at least one of the common site advisory services to augment security when browsing. These services are generally installed as browser add-ons or plug-ins and help identify rogue sites per medium of a ratings system. Because of
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Toolwiz Software is a relative newcomer to the ranks of freeware development and distribution but Toolwiz’s portfolio already includes an impressive range of free tools and utilities – you can view a list of all available titles including summarized descriptions for each HERE. The one
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GOG.com is dedicated to providing enthusiasts with a source for popular retro games, from a time when gameplay was at the forefront. GOG’s catalog includes hundreds of relatively inexpensive Good Old Games, most from just $5.99 to $9.99. Signing up for a free account gives
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Last month we posted about a time limited giveaway for uRex Video Converter Platinum which actually expired on November 15th. uRexSoft has now extended that offer under the banner of a Christmas Giveaway. uRex Video Converter Platinum would normally sell for $39.95usd but is currently
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Researchers have discovered yet another security hole in software giant Adobe’s PDF reader, Acrobat. This is the latest in a long line of vulnerabilities in Acrobat that can allow an attacker full control over your PC if you open an infected PDF file. Adobe has
Resizing photos is a chore just about everyone needs to undertake at one time or another. File sizes generated by modern digital cameras have grown hugely since the technology first impacted on our lives. Megapixel numbers quickly progressed through single figure digits until today where
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Comodo recently released its contender in the malware scanner/remover type software department. Yes, it’s free and what’s more it’s portable – don’t ya just love portable!! Comodo has also added an interesting and innovative component called KillSwitch, which makes CCE rather unique and sets it
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SnowFox is currently offering free licenses for its professional Screen Recorder. This software would normally sell for $29.00usd but is available free from now until 11th December. SnowFox Screen Recorder is a powerful Video Screen Capture, Screen Recording tool for recording screen activity and recording
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I love the idea of organization. I started off every year of school since sixth grade with a glossy new planner and a plethora of eagerness and good intention (read: I never opened them after September). I’ve fallen victim to many a good marketing ploy
Convenience on any platform: How Springpad got me to love organization Read More »
Ah capitalism, the wonderful economic system wherein you can go broke saving money. Think about it. How many people spend the rest of the year eating ramen noodles after “saving so much money” shopping in the pepper-spray laced stores on black Friday and clogged webstore
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Ashampoo is running its usual Xmas promotion and giving away five top products, all are totally free and full featured: Ashampoo Registry-Cleaner Update your registry and optimize the performance of your PC Ashampoo Photo Optimizer 3 Click-and-go editing for point-and-shoot photos Ashampoo Photo Commander 8
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When it comes to computers I’m not much into aesthetics, it’s more about practicalities and productivity for me. I’ve never installed 3rd party screensavers, never even used a screensaver. My desktop background has been an ancient static image until I started using Windows 7, and
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