articles about free software
Okay, I know there are untold numbers of free photo editing software available already but this one does fill a gap in the range and is also very good. The problem with many free photo editors is they are often either too basic or too […]
First up I want to emphasize that we are talking about Windows Explorer here, not Internet Explorer. Windows Explorer is the native file manager which is included in, and fundamental to, any Windows operating system. It provides the graphical user interface we utilize for accessing
How To: Diagnose (and possibly fix) Windows Explorer crashes Read More »
Texas Hold ’em poker, don’t ya just love it! Rags to riches stories, the characters and the drama, what’s not to like. I take ’em on regularly, only pretend of course! I am not a gamer by any means but I do love a few
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
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
TimeFreeze: easily create a secure virtual environment Read More »
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
How To: Resize photos using FastStone Image Viewer Read More »
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
Comodo Cleaning Essentials: portable malware cleaner+ Read More »
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
There are quite a few free applications available now which provide a means for connecting between computers remotely. Very handy if you are the local community’s ‘go to guy or gal’ for computer problems – or for helping family and friends who do not live
Last week we received an email from a web developer who, along with some friends, has generated an online application which allows users to design and create their very own customized beer labels – at labeley.com. It is non-flash so it works in any browser
Create customized beer labels online with ‘Labeley’ Read More »
The issues with so-called freeware available from privacyroot.com were first brought to our attention by Marko, owner and administrator of our recommended freeware download site FreewareBB. The privacyroot.com home page displays summarized details of four software titles, three of which are clearly specified as being
During my travels around the net I have been coming across the name Elefant Software more and more. The Italian based developers have produced a nice range of freeware with several titles attracting universal praise. Elefant software appears to concentrate mainly on applications to assist
Elefant Software – a great collection of freeware Read More »
Print What You Like is a free online service which allows users to select and print only that part (or those parts) of a Web Page they actually want. Simply copy and paste the required URL into the dialogue box and click on the Start
Every Windows user has experienced the dreaded Blue Screen Of Death (BSOD) at one time or another, it’s simply part and parcel of being a Windows user. The three main reasons for BSODs are generally: 1) Corrupt, out-of-date or incompatible drivers 2) Malfunctioning or incompatible
