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Title: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2006, 05:12:25 AM
Wikipedia - the biggest multilingual open access encyclopedia on the
internet ( www.wikipedia.org/ (http://www.wikipedia.org/) ) has features that allow editing of
articles. Due to the popularity of this website and the ability to make
changes, public figures, like congressmen - and women - have their staff
delete and reword articles to improve their image.  This practice of
partisan editing by those with a vested interest has lead Wikipedia to
block the congressional computer network on a number of occasions in the
last six months due to the inappropriate contributions.
Full story available at the following site:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/4695376.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/4695376.stm)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2006, 05:16:18 AM
Yahoo is considering launching a program to reward people who make Yahoo
their primary search engine.
http://news.com.com/2061-10811_3-6037090.html


Microsoft is considering the same idea - bribery - or as they call it
"sharing advertising revenue."
http://www.infoworld.com/article/05/12/08/HNmssearchengine_1.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2006, 05:21:50 AM
Google Grabs Half Of Booming Web Search Market
===============================
 
U.S. Web surfers conducted 5.1 billion searches in the last month of
2005, compared with 3.3 billion during the same period a year ago.
Yahoo and MSN lost their shares of internet searches.
http://www.informationweek.com/news/showArticle.jhtml;jsessionid=FG3UWDDJNL5LUQSNDBOCKHSCJUMEKJVN?articleID=179103246
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2006, 05:25:00 AM
Songbird, the "open source iTunes killer," is available
 
A team led by ex-Winamp-er Rob Lord today released a preview edition of
Songbird, a desktop media player that offers an open source alternative
to services like Apple's iTunes and the Windows Media Player. Instead of
connecting to one locked store full of DRMmed goods, it can connect to
any and all available music (and video) on the internet.
http://www.boingboing.net/2006/02/08/songbird_the_open_so.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2006, 05:32:14 AM
Protests Jump to Virtual World: 750 Websites Hacked
 
The effects of the boycott launched in response to the offensive Prophet
Mohammed cartoons published by Danish Newspaper Jylland-Posten are being
seen in other areas.  Hackers have accessed hundreds of Websites ending
with (*.dk).
 
The hackers of Danish websites show their reactions by leaving messages
on Website pages. Some wrote the name of Prophet Mohammed with hymns,
while others simply displayed a rose on the page. According to the
records of http://www.zone-h.org/en/news/read/id=205987/, a site listing the Websites accessed by
hackers, 750 Websites were blocked in the last 10 days
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on February 16, 2006, 06:21:51 PM
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Yeah ... well, who expected  congressmen (and women) to be honest???    ???


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 17, 2006, 04:34:12 AM
A new CPU is on the horizon.
It is twice the speed of Intel and AMD chips without the heat problems.
http://us.ft.com/ftsuperpage/superpage.php?news_id=fto020620062017026269&referrer_id=yahoofinance
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 17, 2006, 04:40:21 AM
You must agree...
 
Those long boring "End-User License Agreements" (EULA) that say you must
agree to bla, bla, bla before installing software are sometimes strange.

For example:
Sony says you must delete all your music should you ever go bankrupt.
Qwest says they can charge you $5 per email should your computer get
infected and spams anyone. However, others are more interesting, such as
Microsoft offering $5 if their software screws up your computer. PC
Pitstop's promise to pay $1,000 to the first person who actually read
their EULA (in part, to prove that no one reads EULAs) was eventually
paid it out, but it took four months and 3,000 downloads until anyone
claimed the prize  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Abraxas on February 17, 2006, 07:06:11 AM
bob3160:
Quote
... PC  Pitstop's promise to pay $1,000 to the first person who actually read
their EULA (in part, to prove that no one reads EULAs) was eventually
paid it out, but it took four months and 3,000 downloads until anyone
claimed the prize  ;D
That is funny ! ;D

There's a program EULAlyzer (http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/) from Javacool Software (SpywareBlaster) which is pretty lame, just  in it's infancy collecting data it seems .
" EULAlyzer can analyze license agreements in seconds, and provide a detailed listing of potentially interesting words and phrases. License agreements can be a pain and a bore, but not reading them can be dangerous. EULAlyzer makes it all easy - "
Be interesting to see if it picked up on  PC  Pitstop's $1000 offer :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 27, 2006, 12:32:33 AM
Hackers are hijacking thousands of PCs to spy on users, shake down
online businesses, steal identities and send millions of pieces of spam.
You can read the whole story here:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/02/14/AR2006021401342.html

An outline of one of the ways they build A Botnet can be found here:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/custom/2006/02/17/CU2006021701353.html
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: bob3160 on March 05, 2006, 02:20:08 PM
Here is somthing that you'll look at and think..
"I should have thought of that."

360 Electrical outlets rotate into 18 positions so you can more easily
deal with wall-wart AC adapters. Excellent idea! "Coming soon," says the site.
http://www.360electrical.com/

I've requested  a surge protector that has those features... :)

Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: CharleyO on March 05, 2006, 06:17:02 PM
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Nice idea ... and yes, I wish I had thought of that!    ;D


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Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: bob3160 on March 11, 2006, 02:58:08 AM
(http://img66.imageshack.us/img66/8390/ipatlas6gq.jpg)
Want to see where an IP address is located?
just go to:
http://www.tleone.com/tools/ip-atlas/plot.php
and type in the address.
It always starts off by showing you your own location.
It's fairly close anyway. :)
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: neal62 on March 11, 2006, 03:01:16 AM
Interesting. I tried it from where I work which is about 50 miles south of Houston. This program came back and said I was located in or near Plano, Texas which is up near Dallas or about 400 miles north of me. Wonder what happened?  ;D
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: CharleyO on March 11, 2006, 03:23:01 AM
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Hmmm ... maybe something to do with your ISP service. When I tried, it said I was in or near Marina Del Rey, CA ... only about 2000+ miles off.    :o    ::)    ;D


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Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: neal62 on March 11, 2006, 07:04:37 AM
I redid this from my home pc and it said I was in Chantilly, Va. Oh well, guess that's close enough being here in Texas.  :)
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 11, 2006, 09:03:03 AM
It said I was in California: 5400 miles off!
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: DavidR on March 11, 2006, 04:33:54 PM
Yes very interesting, at least your ISP is in the same country ;D mine is supposedly located in Amsterdam, North Holland (province), Netherlands.
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: CharleyO on March 11, 2006, 06:29:20 PM
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Not sure what is happening with this or the results some of you are getting. I tried again today and got the same ... Marina Del Rey, CA. I use Earthlink as my ISP and I know they have a big center near there. But, they also have one in Atlanta, GA only a few hundred miles from me ... where quiries usually went through when I used NeoTrace before McAfee bought it out.    >:(


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Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: kakapo on March 12, 2006, 01:44:07 AM
Maybe close..... but no cigar. It placed me in Australia!!! (Not that I wouldn't mind being there right now)
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: ..::ReVaN::.. on March 12, 2006, 08:59:35 AM
At least you guys get something... This is what i get...

(http://img238.imageshack.us/img238/8030/howiseeit1wx.jpg)
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: CharleyO on March 12, 2006, 09:33:29 PM
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Well, in a way, .:ReVan:. , that might be a good thing!    ;)    8)


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Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2006, 02:50:28 AM
Windows XP-on-Mac (http://news.com.com/2100-1046_3-6050431.html?part=rss&tag=6050431)
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2006, 03:30:22 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Navigation.jpg)
Volkswagen and Google develop revolutionary navigation system.
Details available HERE (http://www.automotoportal.com/article/Volkswagen_and_Google_develop_revolutionary_navigation_system)
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: CharleyO on March 22, 2006, 03:32:40 AM
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Yep, I read about the Mac-hack-to-XP a few days ago.

To me, it sounds like the end of Mac OS.    :(


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Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2006, 03:57:38 AM
Quote
To me, it sounds like the end of Mac OS.
To me it sounds like the beginning of the dual boot OSX - WXP System.... ;D ;D
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: pepeaida on March 22, 2006, 07:48:36 PM
I tried the ISP locator and it places mine at Marina Del Rey, California, US, and I am located at Puerto Rico, just in sunny Caribbean...LOL...Maybe thats the answer to the lousy service we get from local and only ISP in this Island.
The lag and slow signals are the order of the day and quite expensive too...Its about $65.00 usd a month and their own speed tests show a weak Dnld of average 800 kb and uploads of 128, if theres a blue moon ...lol
Maybe the signal we get it relayed from California down to PR and upwards again...And they sell it as a T1, LOL :'( :-[
Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: CharleyO on March 22, 2006, 08:19:47 PM
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Yikes, pepeaida ... you all in PR are getting ripped off royally!    :o


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2006, 03:02:37 PM
Humm... what to say about this...  Just look at it.. someone went to a
lot of trouble to make this.

http://blueballfixed.ytmnd.com/

Give it a chance to load.   There's a lot going on on this page.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2006, 03:12:22 PM
Latest Fashions
==============
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Off%20-Topic%20Forum/Fashion.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on March 25, 2006, 06:36:55 PM
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Humm... what to say about this...  Just look at it.. someone went to a
lot of trouble to make this.

http://blueballfixed.ytmnd.com/

Give it a chance to load.   There's a lot going on on this page.



Wow ... I got lost trying to follow just one blueball ... lol! But, it is amazing work to line all that up and getting working in sync.


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 26, 2006, 01:18:30 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Linkking/Circle.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on March 26, 2006, 08:14:23 PM
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You will see the opposite of the "negative" image you posted.    ;)


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 01, 2006, 03:10:50 PM
Euclid Discoveries Compression Rates 460% better than MPEG-4 Euclid
Discoveries has announced they have the technology to reach video
compression rates  at 460% over MPEG-4, with the hardware & software
available now. With this they can reduce  a 23mb 30fps video down to
1519bytes. Awesome!

http://www.eucliddiscoveries.com/

With extreame compression, even dialup can enjoy streaming audio/video. :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 01, 2006, 03:14:53 PM
(http://www.engadget.com/media/2006/03/64gb_drive.jpg)
http://www.engadget.com/2006/03/29/buslinks-64gb-usb-2-0-flash-drive-pro-2-series/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 07, 2006, 01:39:48 PM
(http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/9537/usn1oc.jpg)
http://www.navy.mil/media/othermedia/yearinreview/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 08, 2006, 08:17:16 PM
IRS: 'Phishing' ID Theft Scams On Rise (http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/03/13/tech/main1397673.shtml)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 08, 2006, 08:38:06 PM
Satellite navigation finds its way to phones
 
Do you know where your friends are? You could give them a call, but if
their mobile phones are equipped with the latest in satellite
navigation, you could also go to a Web site such as Mologogo (http://www.mologogo.com)
to find their whereabouts on a map, accurate to
within a few yards.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 09, 2006, 11:58:02 PM
Microsoft.com - free domain name and website
 
This looks like an incredible deal for someone looking for a basic
homepage with a personal domain name. Through Microsoft Office Live
Beta, you can sign up for free today, allowing you to register and own a
domain name for free (any available .com, .net, or .org domain name),
and they provide basic design tools to help you build your own website.
It comes with 30MB of storage space on your website, and a few email
accounts. The free service has a limit of 10GB of monthly bandwidth,
which is plenty for any personal website. This is definitely not meant
for an online commercial business unless you sign up for the extra
services, but for a personal website, a fan website, a blog site, or a
company presence website, this is a hot deal.
 
Notice: Even if you choose the service that is free both before and
after the beta, they still ask for a credit card. That is to confirm you
are who you say you are, and to limit the amount of illegal websites on
their service. Without requiring a credit card verification, their free
service would quickly clog with scam, spam, and illegal websites.
http://officelive.microsoft.com/default.aspx

Please note:
At this time, Microsoft is offering a beta version of its Office Live services only to a test group of small business owners
and managers in the United States. At the end of the beta period (late 2006), these services will become available to all
U.S. small-business customers. Also in late 2006, we will initiate additional beta programs in select markets outside the United States
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 10, 2006, 02:03:10 PM
A treasure trove of knowledge, utilities and tips can be found at the following website:
http://www.petri.co.il/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on April 10, 2006, 09:22:35 PM
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That is a treasure trove and a bookmarked one now ... thanks, Bob!    :)


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 01, 2006, 03:00:57 PM
Looking for the Right Antivirus Program Part 2 (http://www.scotsnewsletter.com/80.htm#avsearch)
Interesting reading.... [/b]
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Staind on May 01, 2006, 04:44:35 PM
to find their whereabouts on a map, accurate to
within a few yards.[/b]
Does anyone else notice a problem with this?
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2006, 02:35:34 AM
Some more XP tweaks and tips:
http://www.onecomputerguy.com/windowsxp_tips.htm

Thanks Steve C. for the find.
(Say Hi to Alice's sister for me  :))
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2006, 02:21:12 PM
(http://img226.imageshack.us/img226/627/100002f1ej.jpg)

Ever wanted to know what a $10,000 bill looks like? The US Treasury's
Bureau and Engraving has a gallery of high-denomination money.
http://www.bep.treas.gov/section.cfm/5/42
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2006, 02:33:16 PM
Most Fuel-Efficient Cars for 2006

Honda Insight — 60/66
Toyota Prius — 60/51*
Honda Civic Hybrid — 49/51*
Volkswagen Golf TDI — 37/44
Volkswagen New Beetle TDI — 37/44
Volkswagen Jetta TDI — 36/41

http://money.cnn.edmunds.com/reviews/list/top10/108467/article.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on May 09, 2006, 09:36:55 PM
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Some more XP tweaks and tips:
http://www.onecomputerguy.com/windowsxp_tips.htm

Thanks Steve C. for the find.
(Say Hi to Alice's sister for me  :))

Thanks for this link, Bob.
There is some good information and help at that link.
It's now bookmarked!    :)


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on May 09, 2006, 11:19:45 PM
Quote from: bob3160
Most Fuel-Efficient Cars for 2006

Interesting and coincidental as I recently watched a program (and read an article), which did some real road tests and none of the Hybrid vehicles came close to the official figures. I think the Toyota Prius came out best overall. With many of the other hybrid vehicles even being run a close or beaten by some of the smaller petrol and diesel vehicles.

The end result was that when the additional purchase price and the actual real life MPG you needed to be doing about 20,000 miles per year to make it worth while. So it isn't as cut and dried as the official MPG figures make out.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 11, 2006, 01:52:37 PM
LOW Gas Prices & where to find them!  Not a joke
You just type in your zip code & it tells you which gas stations have the cheapest prices (and the highest) on gas.

Click on the gas station's name and the map zooms in to that specific location.
You might want to pass this along to others.  It's updated every evening (mostly).

Gas Prices - MSN Autos
Click here: Gas Prices - MSN Autos http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=&src=Netx
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 15, 2006, 02:08:21 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/I%20Thought/wmp11-01.jpg)
Windows Media Player 11 on XP SP2
Screenshots:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fluxiontech/sets/72057594132853834/
Download:
http://rapidshare.de/files/20465086/11.zip
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 26, 2006, 03:37:17 AM
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/2357/planet2oo.png)

http://www.unb.ca/passc/index.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2006, 03:19:30 AM
Microsoft to Offer Pay-As-You-Go PCs
=======================
The Redmond company has joined up with a number of hardware manufacturers and telecoms to make FlexGo a reality.
AMD, Intel, Infineon, Phoenix and Lenovo are among those partnering with Microsoft,
which says it has completed a successful year-long trial of FlexGo in Brazil.
Microsoft will soon bring the program to China, Hungary, India, Mexico, Russia, Slovenia and Vietnam.
CompleteArticle (http://www.betanews.com/article/Microsoft_to_Offer_PayAsYouGo_PCs/1148313377)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2006, 03:49:50 AM
Microsoft Pushes Its Own Alternative to JPEG
============================
Microsoft introduced on May 24 at the Windows Hardware Engineering Conference (WinHEC)
here its proposed image-compression file-format specification, which it is calling "Windows Media Photo."
Windows Media Photo will allow users to correct, render and print photos in half the size a comparable JPEG requires.
FullStory (http://www.microsoft-watch.com/article2/0,2180,1967900,00.asp)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on June 08, 2006, 10:42:02 PM
A virus that encrypts your files and refuses to give you access to them
unless you pay a ransom has been cracked.

 
The password for unlocking your files is now widely available: This
virus swaps files found in the "My Documents" folder on Windows with a
single file protected by a 30-digit password. Victims are only told the
password if they buy drugs from one of three online pharmacies. The 30-
digit password locking the files is
"mf2lro8sw03ufvnsq034jfowr18f3cszc20vmw"
(without the quotes)
Using the password should restore all the hijacked files.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on June 11, 2006, 04:54:14 PM
XPize (http://xpero.msfn.org/?page=about)  is a resources transformation pack for Windows. It replaces most of the non-XP icons,
avis and bmps that Microsoft has always overlooked. The installer simply automates the process
of replacing resources in critical system files, making your XP's look better.
XPize is compatible with Windows XP, 2003 and MCE Editions. XPize also comes with an Updater, which you can use after visiting Windows Update
Click Here For Screenshots (http://xpero.msfn.org/?page=screenshots)   Click Here For Direct Download (http://xpero.msfn.org/downloads/XPize441.exe)

Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
Post by: ardvark on June 12, 2006, 07:14:29 AM
Quote from: bob3160
It always starts off by showing you your own location.
It's fairly close anyway. :)

Not exactly. I was shown to be living in the middle of Australia ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2006, 01:57:21 PM
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Best of all, Civil Netizen will always be free for unlimited use. Absolutely no adware or spyware.
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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on June 22, 2006, 06:34:38 PM
It pays to be informed, but when there’s so much to be informed about,
it’s very easy to just throw up your hands and unplug yourself from the never-ending stream of content.
It doesn’t even matter if you’ve subscribed to your favorite content via RSS, because content is content,
and even if the delivery is automated, you still have to read it, and getting to everything would be a full-time
job in and of itself. Nevertheless, if you want to keep up with a variety of news/content sources on the Internet,
then look to popurls.com
http://popurls.com/[/color]
Title: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on June 29, 2006, 02:56:27 PM
Tempe, Arizona goes wireless
======================================

Photos and more information:
http://news.com.com/2300-1039_3-6079064-1.html?tag=ne.gall.pg

Video and more:
http://news.com.com/1606-2-6088739.html

More on Municipal and Government interest in WIFI implementation:
http://news.com.com/The+local+Wi-Fi+bet/2009-7351_3-6089051.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on June 30, 2006, 01:54:59 PM
Open Source Freeware :
====================
400+ free applications and utilities
Extremely useful open source applications and utilities available free under various licenses.
Full listing available Here (http://www.econsultant.com/i-want-open-source-software/index.html)
Enjoy  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2006, 08:45:56 PM
AOhelL for free ??

Due to declining subscribers, they are contemplating making their service available for free to
customers that who use broadband.
Dial-up customers would still have to pay.

IMHO, AOL in any form, is still an invasion of my computer system.  ;D

More info available here (http://www.pcworld.com/news/article/0,aid,126335,tk,nl_cxanws,00.asp)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on July 15, 2006, 06:26:16 PM
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I agree, Bob ...... there is no good reason to use AOL.    :-X


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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on July 15, 2006, 09:52:26 PM
Hi bob3160.

Upload from usb stick to usb stick with a new device:
http://www.gethitch.com/demo/

You already have a hitch, Bob?

polonus

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on July 15, 2006, 10:24:02 PM
Quote
You already have a hitch, Bob?
No not yet but now I have an Itch to get one.....;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on July 25, 2006, 03:38:54 AM
Maxthon browser's features:
http://news.com.com/2300-1028_3-6086692.html?tag=ne.gall.rbcs

Tesla's sports car drives for a penny a mile and,
only cost's $90,000.00
http://news.com.com/2300-11386_3-6096355-1.html?tag=ne.gall.pg

Toyota's hydrogen SUV
Toyota's fuel cell hybrid vehicle on display at Semicon West 2006, a chip equipment technology conference that has been taking place this week in San Francisco. The hybrid averages close to 60 miles per kilogram--not gallon.
http://news.com.com/2300-11389_3-6094112.html?tag=ne.gall.rbcs
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 08, 2006, 02:10:58 AM
Transform XP into a Mac look-alike
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Flyakite_s.png)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/WebsiteRelated/Viewfullsize.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Flyakite_l.png) 
Flyakite OSX (visually) transforms your Windows XP desktop environment into a a complete simulation of a Mac computer, including cursors, sounds, visual styles, login screen and other details. The program bundles a variety of individual tool to add additional Mac functionality such as colored folder icons, taskbar, dock and much more. FlyakiteOSX is not a simple desktop skins, but makes extensive changes to your system - it can automatically create a Windows Restore Point, allowing you to safely revert any changes. If you are a fan of the Mac interface but prefer the Windows operating system, this is a must-try software.
Download Here (http://files.myopera.com/End/files/FlyakiteOSX%20v3.5.exe)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 10, 2006, 08:25:20 AM
Virtual Sandbox™ 2.0
Stops spyware and virus infections, protects privacy, allows for the safe isolated execution of untrusted programs, blocks malicious access to personal files and local networks, isolates email attachments for safe execution, and discards file or registry changes made while browsing.

Another anti-virus program for the weary masses ::)

http://www.fortresgrand.com/products/vsb/vsb.htm

still avast! pro is here to stay on this laptop ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 10, 2006, 08:49:29 AM
Got Safari-envy but stuck in Windows? Swift is a brand new open source web browser for Windows that's based on WebKit, the rendering engine that powers Apple's Safari, which in turn is based on KHTML from the Linux browser Konqueror. Swift is a free download, but it's in very early alpha. It's a functioning browser that will load web pages--very quickly, in fact--and has a modal/tabbed interface and a search box, but otherwise has basically no frills, not even bookmarks, and crashes are frequent. Still, definitely a project to keep an eye on.

http://www.getwebkit.org/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 10, 2006, 03:15:10 PM
Google and MYSpace.com form an alliance
On Monday, MySpace.com's parent company, Fox Interactive Media (owned by News Corp)
announced a newly launched deal with Google that will give the search engine exclusive rights
to online search results and sponsored ads on the MySpace web community.
The deal also gives Google the same access to Fox Interactive Media's other online enterprises
such as RottenTomatoes.com and Scout.com.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 10, 2006, 08:55:54 PM
Quote
Another anti-virus program for the weary masses
Virtual Sandbox may protect you from viruses because anything you do while using this
program is erased after you stop using it but,
it definitely is NOT an anti virus program..... ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on August 10, 2006, 11:51:16 PM
Virtual Sandbox
It's not free  :P :P
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 12, 2006, 02:49:28 AM
http://lists.thedatalist.com/index.html

lots of good programs on here ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 12, 2006, 05:03:09 AM
Digital photo freeware
Here are the most popular free digital photo downloads for the week ending August 6:

1. IrfanView (http://ct.download.com/clicks?t=4355071-997a50b48f4ba923117b00962e47a93a-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Taking pictures is only half the fun. IrfanView lets you assemble your images into a slide show,
as well as offering basic editing and multiple preview options.
License: Free
 
2. Picasa (http://ct.download.com/clicks?t=4355072-997a50b48f4ba923117b00962e47a93a-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Google's all-in-one digital photo application scans your computer and digital cameras
for images and organizes them as chronologically sorted albums.
License: Free
 
3. XnView (http://ct.download.com/clicks?t=4355073-997a50b48f4ba923117b00962e47a93a-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Supporting more than 400 file formats, XnView makes short work of all your image-editing needs.
License: Free
 
4. The GIMP (http://ct.download.com/clicks?t=4355074-997a50b48f4ba923117b00962e47a93a-bf&s=5&fs=0)
With features to rival vaunted graphics programs like Photoshop, it's amazing this powerful graphics program is free.
The open-source app is jam-packed with professional features such as channels, layers, and tabbed palettes.
License: Free
 
5. FxFoto (http://ct.download.com/clicks?t=4355075-997a50b48f4ba923117b00962e47a93a-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Organize, enhance, e-mail, print, upload, and archive all your photos with this all-in-one digital photo suite.
License: Free
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 16, 2006, 12:47:44 AM
A special invitation to listen to my Pandora Music Station. (Broadband Helps)

To immediately listen to this music station I've created (named "John Denver Radio")
simply click on this link or copy and paste it into your Internet browser:

http://www.pandora.com/?sc=sh79531567283830433&tc=e-001424-0035-1137

This station plays on Pandora, a music listening and discovery service. Pandora
enables users to easily create streaming stations that explore their favorite
parts of the music universe.

Enjoy!  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 24, 2006, 02:42:13 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/avastSign.jpg)
I made this one.
Go here (http://ronaldmchummer.com/) to make your own.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 24, 2006, 03:22:15 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/diploma.jpg)

I just received this in an email.
Is this SPAM or a joke or a compliment  ??? ??? ???
You decide.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 24, 2006, 07:55:10 PM
i made it for you bob as a joke and also a joking way of saying thank you for all the help with computers questions i have had ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on August 24, 2006, 08:51:40 PM
Well, Bob,

I too think you deserve it, and I think of the time that through your tips I got my mem stick drive at once, and other times where you were very helpful,

polonus




Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on August 24, 2006, 10:42:28 PM
***

Here's my McRonald sign ......    ;D

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 24, 2006, 11:04:48 PM
for you polonus...for all the help also!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 24, 2006, 11:12:28 PM
and also to your davidr for all the information and help you have given me in the past!! :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on August 25, 2006, 03:20:40 AM
and also to your davidr for all the information and help you have given me in the past!! :o
Where is mine?  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 25, 2006, 10:25:01 AM
here you go tech...last one to make-have diploma making burnout :P
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on August 25, 2006, 11:32:04 PM
i almost forgot to thank someone for the great garfield avatar :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 26, 2006, 05:28:13 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/AirDefense.png) (http://cl.exct.net/?ffcb10-fe591c74776c047c721c-fdfa17787267057b75107575-ff3316777466)
If your interested, just click on the picture to sign-up.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on August 28, 2006, 05:02:51 PM
Wireless Networking Need To Know 2006
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Wireless.png)
Tom's Networking has created a great article about everything you need to know about wireless networking.
It's a great read for anyone thinking of updating their wireless network, or if you just want to learn more
about the current state of wireless home networking technology.
The full article is available at:
http://www.tomsnetworking.com/2006/02/27/wireless_networking_ntk_2006/index.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 10, 2006, 07:31:58 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/solid.png)
UGS is now offering Solid Edge 2D Drafting for free download.
This popular 2D design package had a previous retail list price of $995!

Obtaining your FREE copy of Solid Edge 2D (http://www.solidedge.com/free2d/) is as simple as 1,2,3

(1) Select the download location closest to you
(2) Complete the registration form
(3) Download Solid Edge 2D

NOTES: You must use Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later to perform this download. 
Solid Edge 2D Drafting requires Windows XP.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on September 11, 2006, 02:14:43 AM
The Online Alarm Clock web site is a very simple web app that lets you set a web-based alarm from any browser.
 the thing that I really like about the Online Alarm Clock is that you can quickly and easily use it on any computer with a web browser. I could see something like this being especially useful for the college student working on-campus in a computer lab, for example, who wants a reminder that it's time to head to her next class. The Online Alarm Clock requires Flash (the alarm noise is an embedded Flash sound)

http://onlineclock.net/

just set the time on the clock....it works
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 11, 2006, 09:06:21 PM
More Windows shortcuts.
A short video outlining some of the windows keyboard shortcuts can be found here (http://reviews.cnet.com/4660-10165-6635794.html?tag=nl.e404).
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 13, 2006, 11:51:12 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/iTunesTips.png)

iTunes Tips (http://ct.cnet-ssa.cnet.com/clicks?t=9601098-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0)

Watch this video (http://ct.cnet-ssa.cnet.com/clicks?t=9601101-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0)

If you've learned something, let me know.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2006, 04:07:45 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Golf02.gif)
The House That Golf Built

Has just been added to MySharedFiles (http://bob3160.googlepages.com/mysharedfiles)
You'll find it in the Flash Presentations Folder (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Flash+Presentations/)

To look at this little Flash presentation, you can also use this direct link (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/flash+presentations/TheHouseThatGolfBuilt.htm).


I'm ready to move !!! :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 26, 2006, 12:39:07 AM
FREE 2 gig Personalized Email Address from AOL

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PersonalizedEmail.png) (http://free.aol.com/thenewaol/domain_email.adp)
Click on the image to get yours!

Please note:
At this time you must have a cell phone to register for AOL My eAddress.


Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 28, 2006, 12:56:54 AM
I received this in an email today and thought it was worth sharing.
Windows Tips: Vanquish Annoyances (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/tips%27n%27tricks/WindowsTips-VanquishAnnoyances.html)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on September 29, 2006, 03:09:44 AM
Snippy
http://www.bhelpuri.net/Snippy/default.htm

Has anyone tried Snippy?  Installation instructions are a little strange.  It is a "no install", but I need to pick a place to put it on my hard drive.  Any suggestions?
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on September 29, 2006, 03:34:17 AM
Snippy
http://www.bhelpuri.net/Snippy/default.htm

Has anyone tried Snippy?  Installation instructions are a little strange.  It is a "no install", but I need to pick a place to put it on my hard drive.  Any suggestions?
From what I see, it's a screen capture program which defaults to saving the capture to the clipboard.
Faststone's Screen Capture (http://www.faststone.org/) program can do that and much much more! It's also FREE.  :)

If you don't already have their products in your Graphics arsenal, I suggest you get them all.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 07, 2006, 04:03:31 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Startrek01.png)

Startrek New Voyages
Check out new downloads at
http://www.startreknewvoyages.com/800/download.php

Torrents available at:
http://newvoyages.mine.nu:1701/index.html?sort=11

StarTrek-NewVoyages_Pilot-ComeWhatMay_DVD.iso also available at:
http://ftp.acc.umu.se/mirror/media/StarTrek-NewVoyages/4x00-Pilot-ComeWhatMay/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on October 07, 2006, 06:13:05 PM
***

Bob ... thanks for the Star Trek links.    :)


***
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2006, 02:05:26 AM
Using Microsoft's Windows Defender (http://www.microsoft.com/defender) to explore SvcHost.exe

Windows Defender provides detailed information about each instance of Svchost.exe running, and all the services therein.
In Windows Defender, click Tools, then choose Software Explorer. In the Category drop-down menu, choose "Currently Running Programs"
or "Network Connected Programs." In either or both of those categories, you'll probably find items called "Microsoft Generic Host Process for Win32 Services"
--- these are the Svchost.exe instances. By clicking on one instance in the left pane, you'll see details in the right.

You can match these individual "Microsoft Generic Host Process for Win32 Services" instances with Svchost.exe instances in the TASKLIST /SVC
list most easily by matching Process IDs. In the command prompt version, the services are abbreviated--- for example, you might see AudioSrv and BITS.
But when you look in the associated "Services" item in Windows Defender, those are spelled out--- Windows Audio and Background Intelligent Transfer Service."

Best of all, each "Host Process" in Defender is Classified as "Allowed" or "Not Yet Classified." Any process that's "not allowed"
will be blocked or terminated (one hopes) by Windows Defender.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 14, 2006, 09:12:33 PM
Expires: 10/17/06 11:00 PM

Outpost.com has the NEC ND-3550A 16x DVD+/-RW DL IDE Burner (OEM, bare drive)
on sale for only $24.99 with free shipping included.

http://shop.outpost.com/product/4856220

If you need one, I haven't seen anything cheaper. Wish I had room for it on my system.... :)

(I don't work for outpost and don't get anything out of this.)

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 16, 2006, 12:53:50 AM
Miss a favorite television show?

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Free01.png)
ABC television network is now offering free online viewing of the last episode of select primetime shows.

Here's the link
http://dynamic.abc.go.com/streaming/landing
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 16, 2006, 08:39:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PrinterAnywhere.png)
With PrinterAnywhere (http://www.printeranywhere.com/) you can print documents and photos on other people’s printers
as easily as on the local one connected to your machine.
No special technical knowledge is required from both – printer owner and user. It just works!

10 Reasons Why To Print with PrinterAnywhere (http://www.printeranywhere.com/):
I want to ensure the documents are printed and not just received
I don’t want to send (email) electronic copies of the documents
My recipient does not have the application to open my document
I want to print paper photos on my relatives’ printer
I want to ensure the documents are printed only on a specific printer
I want to print directly from my applications as if it were on my local printer
Microsoft printer sharing on my home network doesn’t seem to work for me
The document is too big to print locally and fax (and I want to save paper!)
Fax quality is not enough, international fax calls are expensive.
I want to print now. For free!

The program is also available from MySharedFiles (http://bob3160.googlepages.com/mysharedfiles)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2006, 12:03:16 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/cnetTV.png) (http://www.cnettv.com/)
                     Click Me

If you have trouble making it work, maybe this will help:
http://cnet.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/cnet.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=1605
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2006, 02:54:11 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/FoxOnDemand.png) (http://streaming.myfoxny.com/)
Click on the picture. :)
You'll have to allow the installation of an activeX player to watch these shows from Fox. Excellent picture and sound quality.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2006, 03:09:22 PM
Citrix Virtual Client    (http://www.thinstall.com/products/citrix_ica_client_download.php) - Citrix has partnered with Thinstall to virtualize the Citrix Presentation Server Client.
Thinstall technology enables you to carry the Citrix Presentation Server Client with you, and use it from any computer,
without requiring installation or administrative permissions. Easily and securely access any of your Citrix applications
from any computer, anywhere. FREE for individual use.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on October 25, 2006, 08:18:18 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Burrn01.png)

Burrrn
http://www.burrrn.net/?page_id=4
Burrrn is a little tool for creating audio CDs with CD-Text from various audio files.
Supported formats are: wav, mp3, mpc, ogg, aac, mp4, ape, flac, ofr, wv, tta, m3u, pls and fpl playlists and cue sheets. You can also burn EAC’s noncompliant image + cue sheets! Burrrn can read all types of tags from all these formats (including ape tags in mp3). Burrrn uses cdrdao.exe for burning.

Direct Download
http://www.burrrn.net/download/burrrn_package.exe
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 01, 2006, 03:45:24 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/FEARnet.png)

http://fearnet.com/video.aspx?movieid=53559&pid=Xiz_anpziS_-jI92TFG4NZKwlKv1_GVZ
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 02, 2006, 10:47:24 PM
Microsoft changes Vista license terms!

There's good news out of Redmond today for anyone planning a Windows Vista upgrade in 2007 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/index.php?p=166&tag=nl.e589).
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2006, 01:54:43 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/OAE.png)

Microsoft is offering Office Accounting Express 2007 (http://www.ideawins.com/) to end users for free,
providing a complimentary license to download the otherwise expensive product.

Office Accounting Express 2007 (http://www.ideawins.com/) (OAE 2007) is a low-end calculating program for small businesses.
That doesn't make it a cheap product, but apparently it hasn't exactly been popular amongst Microsoft clients.
As a result, the company is offering the program for free download as of October 30th.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2006, 08:05:44 PM
Alcohol 52% CD & DVD emulation software can create virtual CD/DVD-ROM drives and play CDs & DVDs without the need for the physical disc.
This piece of emulation software allows users to play CDs & DVDs without the need for the physical disc.
Notebook users and PC Game players will benefit the most from Alcohol 52%. It is not necessary to carry the physical discs and CD & DVD-ROM drive,
if users need to present their works to the customers from their notebook.
It is not necessary to insert the CD & DVD discs if users want to play PC Games in their computer.
Alcohol 52% copies an "invisible" CD & DVD disc to the harddisk.

There are no limitations on this version, other than the ability to create only 6 virtual drives.
Our retail version still supports 31 virtual drives. Remember you can not run Alcohol 52% if you have Alcohol 120% installed on the same drive.
This version of Alcohol 52% is for private, non-commercial, single home computer use only.
The license is provided personally to you and for that reason it does not allow you to make any duplicate (copy) to be sold, borrowed, assigned, leased or transferred.
http://www.free-downloads.net/programs/Alcohol_52__Free_Edition

Direct Downloads:
http://mirror3.free-downloads.net/3/Alcohol52_FE_1.9.6.4629.exe
or
http://mirror2.free-downloads.net/3/Alcohol52_FE_1.9.6.4629.exe
or
http://mirror1.free-downloads.net/3/Alcohol52_FE_1.9.6.4629.exe
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 06, 2006, 02:37:12 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/card.png)
Lets Say Thanks (http://www.letssaythanks.com/Home1280.html) courtesy of XEROX
Send a postcard to all the active duty US military personnel serving overseas.
Maybe we should ask XEROX to expand this to include all soldiers who are serving their counties away from home?

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 13, 2006, 07:53:45 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/CDs.png)

$14.98
100 HP (CR00031X)52xCD-R
Shipping Included.


Get it at OfficeMax (http://www.resellerratings.com/mod/mod3/shop_click.pl?sid=308204&cid=63686&dtid=22589973&ct=2073&pc=14.98&prod=Hewlett%20Packard%20%28CR00031X%29%2052x%20CD-R%20Storage%20Media&store=OfficeMax&url=BEFID%3D63686%26acode%3D138%26code%3D138%26aon%3D%5E%26crawler_id%3D308204%26dealId%3DBGglIvMF6pR07usEl0pHXw%253D%253D%26prjID%3Dds%26url%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fclickserve.cc-dt.com%252Flink%252Fddiprod%253Flid%253D41000000005637032%2526pid%253D20987318%2526ximg%253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fstat.dealtime.com%25252Fpixel%25252F1%25253FROI_EvnTyp%25253DROI%252526ROI_SrvPgTyp%25253DROICHKO%252526ROI_MrcID%25253D308204%26DealName%3DHP%2520100-Pack%252052x%2520CD-R%2520Spindle%26MerchantID%3D308204%26category%3D77%26MT%3Dnyc-pmt7-2%26DB%3Dsdcprod%26MN%3DMT%26HasLink%3Dyes%26frameId%3D0%26AR%3D1%26RR%3D1%26NG%3D8%26GR%3D1%26ND%3D1%26FPT%3DDSP%26NDS%3D8%26NMS%3D8%26NDP%3D8%26MRS%3D8%26CT%3D6%26linkin_id%3D3056842%26DMT%3D7%26VK%3D3056842%26searchID%3Db99714f7ea10e3e367c2920d%26PD%3D22589973%26IsFtr%3D0%26IsSmart%3D0%26crn%3DUSD%26istrsmrc%3D0%26isathrsl%3D0%26dlprc%3D14.98&zc=&or=&ls=&unid=1173835601&tmpl=p)


I've Got mine. :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/GotMine.png)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 13, 2006, 10:17:14 PM
With IE 7, green means go for legit sites.
Starting early next year, the address bar in Internet Explorer 7
will turn green when surfing to a legitimate Web site--but only in some cases, not all.

Full story (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-6134647.html?tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 16, 2006, 09:25:10 PM
Star Wars Episode IV — in ASCII text

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Starwars.png)


Darth Vader intercepts Princess Leia, who jettisons the Death Star plans, which...
The animation is absorbing — but it's all rendered using ASCII text!

This hilarious retelling of Star Wars Episode IV (the "first" in the series) is by Simon Jansen,
a New Zealand programmer with way too much time on his hands.
He provides a Java version of the movie at his site, ASCIImation.co.nz.
But more interesting is the version that draws the movie in a DOS window on your screen using telnet.

To try this yourself, open a command window. (Start, Run, cmd, Enter.)
At the prompt, type telnet towel.blinkenlights.nl and press Enter.
After a delay, the ASCII animation starts rolling.  (Please be patient.)

The movie is by no means finished, but you may not care because you'll be rolling on the floor, laughing.
Visit the site (http://asciimation.co.nz/)

(from: WACKY WEB WEEK)

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on November 16, 2006, 09:57:36 PM
thanks bob...that was good....and the floor was awful hard when i fall laughing....long ways down(i'm 6 feet 5 inches tall) 8) ::)

mini-mini star wars movie below(where's the popcorn) ??? ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2006, 07:19:06 PM
If you have been waiting for confirmed Black Friday deals,
Walmart has published its official Black Friday Sales Circular (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/catalog.gsp?cat=546831) featuring eight pages of promotional sale items.

No Pushing please.... ;D

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 22, 2006, 02:24:16 AM
Justice Dept.: Vista satisfies antitrust deal (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-3513_22-6137603.html?tag=nl.e589)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 22, 2006, 09:04:11 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/pando01.png) Send and Receive Large Files, Up to 1GB, Free (http://www.pando.com/)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Pando.png)

What's New in Pando Beta 1.2.01
No more registration. Just click and send!
New HTML emails let you preview packages before downloading
Much faster transfer connection times
Virus scanner integration – pick the program you want to scan incoming files (Windows only)
Expired package management – Pando searches for peers, you decide whether to download
Enhanced email security - emails encrypted between Pando client and server
Fixes to bugs you helped find

Beta v1.2.01 Direct Download (http://www.pando.com/dl/download/Pando_Beta_Setup.exe).
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 28, 2006, 01:03:15 AM
A Worthy Cause

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Walking.gif)
   Please keep her going...

SHE JUST LEFT This woman is walking the World for Breast Cancer.
Please pass her on so that she can reach her destination.
Say a prayer for all those who are affected by this terrible disease.
She's walking around the world --- for a worthy cause.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Mammograms.png) (http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/CTDSites.woa/116/wo/Ir0000lg700rS500n6/0.0.47.7.0.1.0.3.0.CustomContentLinkDisplayComponent.0.0)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 30, 2006, 02:28:38 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/10MinMail.png) (http://10minutemail.com/10MinuteMail/index.html)

How often have you needed an email address for a confirmation of some sort but,
you really don't want to give them your real email address.
"Let the spammers have their fun cause in 10 min, I'm gone."

Get your 10 Minute Mail e-mail address (http://10minutemail.com/10MinuteMail/email.html).

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on November 30, 2006, 05:32:06 PM
How often have you needed an email address for a confirmation of some sort but, you really don't want to give them your real email address.
"Let the spammers have their fun cause in 10 min, I'm gone."
Thanks Bob!!! I love this  8)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on November 30, 2006, 06:01:23 PM
How often have you needed an email address for a confirmation of some sort but, you really don't want to give them your real email address.
"Let the spammers have their fun cause in 10 min, I'm gone."
Thanks Bob!!! I love this  8)
Me to..... :) :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on December 01, 2006, 03:46:43 PM
Some FreeWare available here (http://69.247.79.81:4445/tipstricksfreeware/Some+FreeWare+For+12-01-2006.html), thanks to ZDNet.  :)

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on December 08, 2006, 04:45:39 PM
Some MORE FreeWare available here (http://69.247.79.81:4445/FreeWare12-8-2006.html), thanks to ZDNet.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on December 13, 2006, 03:09:06 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Gizmo.png)

Best of 2006
http://techsupportalert.com/issues/al_current.htm
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on December 15, 2006, 02:42:31 PM
FreeWare For 12-15-2006 available here (http://69.247.79.81:4445/FreeWare12-15-2006.html)[/url], thanks to ZDNet.  :)

I've edited and enhanced their list.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on December 17, 2006, 10:13:20 PM
No words needed:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xf9oo_jerome-murat

If you figure it out, please let me know
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: mauserme on December 17, 2006, 11:11:55 PM
If you figure it out, please let me know

Very cool.

I think for the first 75% of the video his actual right arm is up inside the mannequin head and the arm holding the staff is fake.  You can see him switch this when his right elbow pulls back behind his body.

Then at the end he simply removes his real head and replaces it with the fake one  :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on December 18, 2006, 12:36:10 AM
Then at the end he simply removes his real head and replaces it with the fake one 

where did his real head go then keith ::) ??? ???
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: SNOWHITE on December 18, 2006, 01:12:48 AM
The second head is mask, as the first one (which is over the real head) is also mask, so he just switches the masks and we couldn't see the face because of the light and that light only reflects on white color, not on black so probably  his real head was covered with something black... I hope this makes sense ???
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: mauserme on December 18, 2006, 01:32:34 AM
where did his real head go then keith ::) ??? ???
Maybe that part of my theory needs a little work ...   ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on December 22, 2006, 05:06:20 PM
FreeWare For 12-22-2006 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)[/url], thanks to ZDNet.  :)
Look for:
FreeWare12-22-06.html

While at MySharedFiles[/b] (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), don't forget to check out
the latest Givaway of the day.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2007, 02:52:09 PM
FreeWare For 1-05-2007 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
 
Look for: FreeWare1-05-07.html
 
 
While at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), check out the Giveaway of the day.:)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2007, 05:47:54 PM
Ultimate List of Free Windows Software from Microsoft
==================================================
http://bhandler.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!70F64BC910C9F7F3!1231.entry

Microsoft has over 150 FREE Windows & Office Programs available for download.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on January 07, 2007, 08:05:56 PM
Microsoft has over 150 FREE Windows & Office Programs available for download.
I don't want to be negative... bashing MS... but, it is not a bad idea research a little before installing some of them...
You can find better things that the presented there, for sure...
Just my opinion and suggestion  8)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 08, 2007, 09:30:09 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/VIO.jpg)
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Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 09, 2007, 03:45:12 PM
FreeWare For 1-12-07 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
 
Look for: FreeWare1-12-07.html
 
While at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), check out the Giveaway of the day.:)
The following link gives you some information about MySharedFiles
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MySharedFiles/MySharedFiles.swf
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 13, 2007, 01:14:19 PM
MAKE FREE CALLS FROM THE USA

Dial 712-858-8094. Listen to the instructions. At the prompt, enter 011, the country code you are calling and the number you wish to call.

I don't know if this is really working but Freecalls.net says it does. There are no sign-ups, your privacy is guaranteed, you have unlimited calls, there's no limit on the length of a call, and you can call from anywhere, anytime.

http://www.allfreecalls.net/

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 13, 2007, 01:21:07 PM
Interesting panorama of the first moon landing. Sure to pique the interest of those who claim that the moon landing never actually happened.

Very Nice......Requires Quicktime....A Must See!!!!

http://www.panoramas.dk/moon/apollo-11.html

Turn Audio Up ::)

Mouse To Scroll Around..... ZOOM=SHIFT/CTRL
Click Image For A Super Size Image Of The Lunar Module

More Panoramas On Iop :o ::)
 
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 14, 2007, 12:56:54 AM
FreeWare For 1-12-07 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
 
Look for: FreeWare1-12-07.html
 
While at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), check out the Giveaway of the day.:)

The following link gives you some information about MySharedFiles
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MySharedFiles/MySharedFiles.swf
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 16, 2007, 01:59:26 AM
Googles is a flight simulator that draws its imagery from Google Maps. Want to fly a cartoon plain over Washington, New York, Hong Kong, or Disneyland? There's 21 total locations, including Mars, and the Moon.

You can control the plane with your keyboard's arrow keys. The A and Z buttons control the speed. And you hit space bar to fire. That's right, you can take out your house if you feel like it.
 
 ++Goggles isn't affiliated in any way with Google++

http://www.isoma.net/games/goggles.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2007, 02:18:35 AM
You better not try this in a real plane..... ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2007, 11:43:05 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/VisualTask.png)

VisualTaskTips21.exe is a clever tool that pops up a preview--a miniature image
of the task in the Taskbar. Scroll your mouse wheel up or down on the image to size it.

http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,64386/description.html?tk=nl_hsxdwn

It's also available at MyShared Files
http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 17, 2007, 01:21:28 AM
On February 18th, our plan is to release the newest version of our software called WinPatrol 2007. Today, I’m pleased to announce an opportunity for my readers to have an early preview of the latest and greatest.

The newest feature of WinPatrol will greatly accelerate your system startup time. While WinPatrol 2007 has been improved in many ways our favorite new feature is called "Delayed Start". You probably have programs which you do want running in the background but you don’t need to launch immediately on boot up. WinPatrol’s Delayed Start allows you to specify the time to wait before launching programs which may typically try to load while other system initialization are happening.
http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2007/01/winpatrol-2007-beta.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 17, 2007, 01:29:31 AM
http://info.drweb.com/show/3004/en
   
Doctor Web, Ltd. announces the beta-testing of the new product protecting Windows workstations from viruses and unsolicited mail (spam). The mail filtering module SpIDer Mail® now integrates a spam filter based on Vade Retro® technology from Goto Software, a French company with more than 5 year experience in anti-spam development

The anti-spam module has several advantages.
The unique technology allowing to detect up to 97% of spam. Up to 80% of unsolicited e-mails are filtered by headers only, which increases substantially its productivity and decreases dependency of the anti-spam technology on the language of the message;
compact anti-spam module – the size of the Dr.Web distribution size became heavier by 1 MB only;
easy settings which can be understood even by computer beginners;
ability to filter mail traffic immediately after it is installed and enabled, without any previous teaching of the anti-spam;
support of POP3 and IMAP;
independence from any mail client
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 17, 2007, 02:20:09 PM
Free copy of Microsoft Office Professional 2007

http://www.microsoft.com/business/launch2007/signup/default.mspx
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on January 17, 2007, 02:49:26 PM
Not even for free ;D

Then again, free after you pay your travel costs to a Windows Launch event near you ;D Open Office free without attending any launch event ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 17, 2007, 08:34:05 PM
would rather have a FREE copy of vista instead ::)
without any travel involved :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 22, 2007, 01:56:47 AM
THE TV SCREEN

A great way to watch TV and radio channels online from around the world. It's the TV of the future. It's stylish, easy and 100% free. Also known as Online TV, it is a new generation of TV transmission technology allowing viewers to connect from anywhere in the world.

The content is specially designed for the web and sometimes differs from conventional broadcasts from the same station

http://www.thetvscreen.com/tv/tv.php
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 22, 2007, 02:33:59 AM
Unfortunately all I ever get is connecting.......
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 22, 2007, 12:02:57 PM
it works bob.....depending on what country you go to...and the differents in time zones...and some of the channels might be off air or not on 24 hrs.....i watched some from italy(deejay tv-music videos)some from germany and here in the us with no problem 8) :o ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 22, 2007, 09:20:50 PM
Programmers, CAD workers, graphic designers or special needs individuals now have the ideal station for hours at the computer.

http://www.officeorganix.com/Eropod500.htm
just what you need bob ::) :o ;D
 
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 23, 2007, 12:52:49 AM
Family sues radio station in Wii contest death (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=26636337-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 23, 2007, 11:50:18 PM
Will corporate miscues bruise Apple's image? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=4339&tag=nl.e622)

–Institutes a Wi-Fi tax
–Charges for Boot Camp
–Preannounces products
–Potentially tramples a trademark
–Bullies bloggers
-backdating issue
–Locks its APIs
–Tries to make iTunes the dominant way to get video and audio


Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2007, 08:52:33 PM
XP gets a new lease on life.
Planning to stick with Windows XP for a while? Microsoft just gave home users a gift of three additional years of support.
For XP Home and Media Center editions, the "extended support" clock continues ticking till 2014, the same as it does for business users.
READ FULL STORY    (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=27085943-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 26, 2007, 11:54:34 AM
The Online Business Card Maker
1. Pick your style by browsing the styles to the left under the create business cards link to see thumbnails of all the styles.

2. Choose the "full bleed" (image prints to the edge of card, 8 cards per page) or "no bleed" (white between cards, 10 cards per page) version of the style you have selected.

3. Enter your information, only checking the boxes of items you wish to include.

4. Choose two colors and one background color.

5. Make your PDF by choosing single or multiple card per page, cutting guides or not, and selecting "Make PDF".

The Online Business Card Maker
http://www.businesscardland.com/home/
 

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 26, 2007, 11:56:52 AM
Virtual Keyboard
Very nice Music Thing:

 http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/music/pda_virtual_keyboard/

bob..you didn't post these anywhere else or before me-did you??? ;D ::) :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on January 26, 2007, 06:55:03 PM
Two Additional "Official" Windows XP Themes
Subscriber Joe Souza writes, "I recently tried a hack that allowed the use of non Microsoft themes. However, I was really disappointed in the third party themes that I tried and was looking for a new one when I found this unreleased official theme [1] from Microsoft called Royale. I had seen this theme before on computers running Media Center Edition and I really like it. Since then I've also located a black version [2]." Thanks for that, Joe. Royale has been circulating for a couple of years now and to my eyes is quite similar to the standard XP Luna theme but other folks think it's a big improvement. I didn't know about the black version of Royale and this may appeal to those who want a dark theme but don't want to use a third party product.

[1] http://www.softpedia.com/progDownload/Royale-Theme-for-WinXP--official-Download-13027.html
[2] http://www.istartedsomething.com/20061029/royale-noir/

Quoted from Gizmo's Newsletter. Free Edition. Issue 141, 25th January, 2007
 
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 27, 2007, 12:52:23 AM
If You Had to Choose: Computer or Spouse? ??? ::) ??? ::) :P

http://news.digitaltrends.com/article12132.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 27, 2007, 01:21:28 AM
FreeWare For 1-26-07 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
 
Look for: FreeWare1-26-07.html
 
While at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), check out the Giveaway of the day.:)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 27, 2007, 09:57:16 AM
Now I’ve seen some interesting Firefox themes in my day, but this one surely takes the cake. Mario comes back to life in this theme and the intricate details are sure to leave a warm feeling in the heart of anyone who pounded away at the Nintendo controllers trying to beat King Koopa and his kids.

Ah, those were the days…what am I talking about? I still play these classic games online all the time. They have become so adored that they can be found in seconds by doing a Google search, and let’s not forget to mention the emulators that you can download to play all of your favorite pastime games.

This Firefox theme will simply amaze you with the things they thought to add in. One of my favorite things would have to be the scroll bars which are pipes that look like the tunnels Mario would travel through. Buttons are, of course, the unmovable blocks that we could jump on to help Mario reach his destination and all of the navigation buttons are cleverly skinned.

I give mad props to the person who thought up and actually designed this theme. There is no doubt in my mind that I could leave some of my friends in awe by showing them this…and maybe even get some new Firefox converts!

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/4345/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 27, 2007, 12:32:38 PM
Microsoft's next-gen operating system is ready to hit stores. Actually, six versions of Microsoft's next-gen OS are ready to hit stores. How big is the Windows Vista buzz? Let's just say that our Vista Ultimate review got more clicks this week than CNET TV's video on high-def porn. That's pretty big. Still, six versions of one OS can cause confusion, so we've got a chart that compares the four major editions of Vista and tells you what you'll get when buying each one. Once you've found the Vista that looks best for you, click its name in the chart to see a full review

http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-3672_7-6687907-1.html?tag=nl.e729
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 28, 2007, 12:43:27 AM
http://www.webcom.com/inty/download.shtml

Three of the most popular classic Intellivision games - Astrosmash, Skiing and Utopia - in one free download..that is intellipack 1...they are two more with games on them
how i remember playing space armanda on my intellivison @1981 when i was younger ::)

after you download it...click on intellipack folder 1 and click on intellipack purple icon then after screen appears go to file then open cartridge and select game ;)
under options there is a full screen mode 8)

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on January 29, 2007, 11:09:36 PM
For some, the bathroom is the only quiet place in the house, the only place you can get away from it all.  Why not make it a more enjoyable place to be? You can always read, you may even take your laptop along for the ride, but Roto-Rooter has a better idea. They’ve  put together an ultimate bathroom with just about anything you’d ever want, and you have a chance to win it all!  It includes the following improvements:

Philips 20 inch LCD TV and Star Wars DVD
Xbox 360 gaming system
Philips DVD player
Gateway EMachine laptop computer with fully articulated robot arm
iPod with stereo docking station equipped with toilet paper dispenser
Roto-Rooter “emergency” button
TiVo recorder
Avanti refrigerator with beer tap, stocked with drinks and snacks
Magazine rack and subscriptions to Sports Illustrated, ESPN and GQ
Bike pedal exerciser
Cup warmer/cooler

http://www.rotorooter.com/john/index.php

http://tech.cybernetnews.com/2007/01/29/cybernotes-your-chance-to-win-a-pimped-out-john/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 30, 2007, 04:30:43 PM
A nice collection of Free utilities can be found at NirSoft (http://www.nirsoft.net/) 
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on January 31, 2007, 01:49:48 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/IE7TweakUtilitiy.png)
IE 7 Tweak Utility (http://www.intelliadmin.com/blog/2007/01/tweak-your-ie-7-settings.html) allows you change tweak settings within IE 7.
Hide/Remove the search bar, command buttons, or the main menu.

IE 7 Tweak Utility is also available from is also available from MySharedFiles (http://bob3160.googlepages.com/mysharedfiles)  :)
Look for IE7TweekUtility.exe
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 01, 2007, 07:56:01 PM
http://www.blockposters.com/

Upload an image from your computer and choose how many sheets wide
you would like your poster to be once printed.
Once you're happy with your selection, you can download the PDF file containing your newly created images and print each one massively blown up, resulting in a
huge pixel poster to stick on your wall ...
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2007, 05:35:44 PM
FreeWare For 2-02-07 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
 
Look for: FreeWare2-02-07.html
 
While at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), check out the Giveaway of the day.:)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 06, 2007, 02:01:16 PM
Vista Transformation Pack 6 Final
has anyone tried this ???
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/OS-Enhancements/Vista-Transformation-Pack.shtml


Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 10, 2007, 10:11:54 AM
Tennis for Two, the first computer game, built in 1958 by William Higinbotham. The game itself is what could be considered a spiritual predecessor to Pong. It's not technically a computer game, because it actually ran on analogue technology, not on a digital machine, such as a computer

http://www.gametrailers.com/umwatcher.php?id=40353

I was 9 years old then ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2007, 04:01:39 PM
FreeWare For 2-09-07 available at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
 
Look for: FreeWare2-09-07.html
 
While at MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/), check out the Giveaway of the day.:)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 11, 2007, 11:04:34 PM
now i've seen everything...anything to make some money ::) ???
Check out these Peel & Clean Pads from Bart 1 Products, a manufacturer of products designed to customize your personal devices and keep them clean. The pads are a little bigger than a piece of paper at 9"x12", so if you have a newer 17" laptop you may have to use two pads.
only $15.99 plus shipping
and handling $2.99
(Standard US Postal)
15 plus cleanings per pack!
http://www.b1p.info/index.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 14, 2007, 11:14:24 PM
Global Warming

Who is Kidding Who ???
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_GlobalWarming1.png)    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/GlobalWarming1.png)
   (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_GlobalWarming2.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/GlobalWarming2.png)   
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_GlobalWarming3.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/GlobalWarming3.png)

Here in NM where I live, the middle of Feb. is usually when we start seeing the first signs of Spring.

Lately the news has been filled with reports about "Global Warming"
Maybe the scientists should learn from us old timers. Weather runs in cycles. It always has and probably
always will.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on February 14, 2007, 11:38:52 PM
I recognise that cactus from last year Bob wasn't it snowing then too ?
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on February 14, 2007, 11:52:33 PM
Haven't you seen 'The Day After Tomorrow', Bob?  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 15, 2007, 12:02:50 AM
I recognise that cactus from last year Bob wasn't it snowing then too ?
Yes, David but last years picture was taken way before Christmas.
Not on the 14th of Feb.  :)


Sorry Frank, I haven't see the movie.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on February 15, 2007, 12:23:03 AM
Brief synopsis: global warming causes new ice age in the northern hemisphere.

Alright for you down in Texas: just a bit of snow on your cactus. Up here we lose the gulf stream and end up with the same weather as Norway.

Brrr...
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 15, 2007, 02:28:41 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PDFEscape.png) (http://www.pdfescape.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 15, 2007, 04:41:13 PM
Garfield Wouldn't Like It There In New Mexico(Where You Are Bob) Or In Northern Indiana(North Of Me) Right Now ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 15, 2007, 08:00:45 PM
How long is your WebWait? In other words, how long does it take to download your web site into your browser? WebWait is a web site where you can measure the speed of other web sites. It times precisely how long the site takes to load and render in your browser, including any images, stylesheets, and Javascript.
Use WebWait to benchmark your website or test the speed of your web connection. Timing is accurate because WebWait pulls down the entire website into your browser, so it takes into account Ajax/Javascript processing and image loading, which many other benchmarking tools ignore.
http://webwait.com/#softwareas.com

i typed in yahoo.com and it took 0.88 secs...
Of course this depends on the time of day/night and your internet connection.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on February 18, 2007, 04:18:23 AM
Global Warming

Who is Kidding Who ???
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_GlobalWarming1.png)    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/GlobalWarming1.png)
   (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_GlobalWarming2.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/GlobalWarming2.png)   
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_GlobalWarming3.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/GlobalWarming3.png)

Here in NM where I live, the middle of Feb. is usually when we start seeing the first signs of Spring.

Lately the news has been filled with reports about "Global Warming"
Maybe the scientists should learn from us old timers. Weather runs in cycles. It always has and probably
always will.  :)

These pictures remind me of when I lived in Clovis, NM.   I remember the snow there.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on February 18, 2007, 04:36:48 AM
Adium 1.0!

IM client for Mac's.  http://gaim.sourceforge.net/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2007, 12:57:48 AM
Some further examples of Global Warmig can be found at:
http://69.247.79.81:4445/GlobalWarming.zip

( Thanks Dan  ;D )
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2007, 04:23:12 AM
Discover hundreds of little-known uses for well-known products (http://www.wackyuses.com/uses.html)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on February 19, 2007, 09:20:11 PM
***

Bob ... thanks for the "Wacky Uses" link.    :)

I use to have that link on my old computer and now I have it again on this one.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2007, 12:38:29 AM
Microsoft hit with $1.5 billion patent verdict (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-3513_22-6161480.html?tag=nl.e589)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on February 23, 2007, 10:37:47 PM
Hi forum members,

Nice collection of portable apps for the MAC users of this forum brought together here at freesmug: http://www.freesmug.org/portableapps/

Enjoy,

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: .: Mac :. on February 24, 2007, 06:13:37 AM
Thanks for the link polonus :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 27, 2007, 03:47:11 PM
doPDF does PDF. For FREE (http://www.dopdf.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 27, 2007, 10:53:39 PM
If you like beautiful flash sites, this is for you and you should check out the portfolio....very nice ;)
http://fubon.co.uk/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 27, 2007, 10:56:49 PM
Looking for a special e-card?
Arrange your own bouquet, choose a vase, write a card and send your free virtual bouquet to your friend, girlfriend, ...
http://www.flowers2mail.com/
Flowers2Mail
Mail a bunch of flowers!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on February 27, 2007, 11:03:58 PM
I think with all the current crop of malicious links to e-cards I'm not sure it is a good idea in the current climate. The link could be to anything.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 27, 2007, 11:28:13 PM
Look Ma, no hands!!!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Parking.png)

Automated Parking (http://www.cnettv.com/9710-1_53-26226.html?tag=nl.e404)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2007, 03:30:14 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/128804-thumbDrive.jpg)

15 Wacky USB Drives (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,128804-page,1/article.html)

Even Wackier USB Drives (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,129049-page,1/article.html)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 28, 2007, 10:10:04 AM
Whether a hardcore audiophile or casual TV watcher, somehow, we still end up with way more remotes and portable handheld devices than we can handle.
That many devices can only result in valuable hours wasted searching for the lost and misplaced... but not if the Remote Wrangler has anything to do with it.
http://www.americaninventorspot.com/lost_remotes
something you could use bob3160 ;D
and davidr-thanks for the telling me about the e-cards link thing :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on February 28, 2007, 10:14:21 AM
The Polaroize Generator converts any photo to a Polaroid-like image
http://lab.rails2u.com/polaroize/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2007, 04:53:08 PM
Corel's Wordperfect Lightning (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-10741_22-55663.html?tag=nl.e622)
See what it can do for you:
http://www.corel.com/akdlm/6763/downloads/WordPerfect/Lightning/content/wpl_video.swf
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on February 28, 2007, 07:12:51 PM
Vista Transformation Pack 6 Final
has anyone tried this ???
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/OS-Enhancements/Vista-Transformation-Pack.shtml
Yes, on a Virtual installation of XP SP2.
Very configurable (even when you have to uninstall it and install again) and make what it's intended to do.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 01, 2007, 12:24:42 AM
Internet could change the world (circa 1993)

http://www.downloadsquad.com/2007/02/28/internet-could-change-the-world-circa-1993/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 01, 2007, 10:17:52 PM
Cellblock is a neat little app where you can post your videos and photos to your desktop (with click and drag convenience) and they are immediately shared with others in real time. (You also have the option of not sharing through password protection). If you so desire, you can allow others to add photos or video to the Cellblock for more content.
You can also attach your Cellblock to emails - allowing you to have a single 150K attachment that displays an unlimited amount of photo and video content, streamed in real-time. This attachment acts as a dynamic content container, that is instantly updatable and never out of sync, no matter where it is being viewed or when it was downloaded. Each Cellblock comes with its own unique email address and upload capability. Anyone with the address can upload images instantly from anywhere. Your Cellblock also has a nice embedding feature so you can put it on your website or blog easily.

I can see Cellblock being used in a big way for sharing images from vacations, group events, parties, functions, etc.

http://www.cellblock.com/home.htm

++like that feature to click on image inserted below to view bigger++
as i usual always put something there ::) ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 03, 2007, 12:18:33 PM
The Great Firewall Of China
The censorship methods used by the Chinese government are becoming more sophisticated, more refined and more extensive every year, involving an increasing number of local as well as foreign parties in their system.
The aim of the 'Great Firewall of China' website is to be a watchdog and keep track of which and how many or how many times sites are censored. Find out if a website address is blocked in China. Take a look at websites from the perspective of a Chinese user.

http://www.greatfirewallofchina.org/test/

on my end...avast.com is blocked ::)
why ??? ???
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 05, 2007, 04:12:44 AM
WD-40 Here are some of the uses:

1) Protects silver from tarnishing.
2) Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3) Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4) Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making it slippery.
5) Keeps flies off cows.
6) Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7) Removes lipstick stains.
8) Loosens stubborn zippers.
9) Untangles jewelary chains.
10) Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11) Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12) Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
13) Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14) Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15) Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16) Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17) Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes
18) It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor! Use WD-40 for those nasty tar and scuff marks on flooring. It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub nearly as hard to get them off. Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
19) Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly! Use WD-40!
20) Gives a children's play gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21) Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers.
22) Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
23) Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24) Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25) Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.
26) Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
27) Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
28) Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy hand ling.
29) Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
30) Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
31) Removes splattered grease on stove.
32) Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
33) Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
34) Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
35) Removes all traces of duct tape.
36) Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
37) Florida's favorite use is: "cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers."
38) The favorite use in the state of New York WD-40 protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
39) WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.
40) Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
41) WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray on the mark and wipe with a clean rag.
42) Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube of lipstick with a load of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and re-wash. Presto! Lipstick is gone!
43) If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the moisture and allow the car to start.

Thanks for the correction Frank  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 05, 2007, 09:06:05 AM
Quote
Fish oil myth

There is a popular urban legend that the main ingredient in WD-40 is fish oil. Although it is unknown whether the formula contains fish oil, material safety data sheets for the product show that the main ingredient is Stoddard solvent, not fish oil.[4]

WD-40, is however used by some sea fishermen as an added scent when fishing with bait.

Quote
Formulation

Main ingredients, from the material safety sheet are:

    * 50% Stoddard solvent (mineral spirits, also commonly known as dry cleaning solvent)
    * 25% Liquified petroleum gas (presumably as a propellant, carbon dioxide is used now to reduce considerable flammability)
    * 15+% Mineral oil (light lubricating oil)
    * 10-% Inert ingredients

The German version of the mandatory EU safety sheet lists the following safety relevant ingredients:

    * 60% - 80% Heavy Naphtha (petroleum product), hydrogen treated
    * 1% - 5% Carbon dioxide

It further lists flammability and effects to the human skin when repeatedly exposed to WD-40 as risks when using WD-40. Nitrile gloves and safety glasses should be used. Water is unsuitable for extinguishing burning WD-40.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WD-40 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WD-40)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 08, 2007, 05:49:01 PM
Speed Test (http://www.speakeasy.net/speedtest/)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/SpeedTest.png)

A few more:

http://windowssecrets.com/links/usyslrgm90e7d/514cbdh/?url=www.speedtest.net%2F
http://windowssecrets.com/links/usyslrgm90e7d/c0a34dh/?url=www.wugnet.com%2Fmyspeed%2Fspeedtest.asp
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on March 08, 2007, 06:13:31 PM
I think the accuracy is a little suspect (possibly due to having to chose New York as closest server), the upload speed on dial-up is impossible ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 08, 2007, 06:15:24 PM
Gee David your upload speed is better than mine and I'm on cable..... ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on March 08, 2007, 06:31:03 PM
Yes, great for dial-up, if only I could reverse it 565kbps Download, 41kbps upload ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 08, 2007, 11:49:14 PM
RocketDock is a smoothly animated, alpha blended application launcher. It provides a nice clean interface to drop shortcuts on for easy access and organization. With each item completely customizable there is no end to what you can add and launch from the dock.

Now with added Taskbar support your minimized windows can appear as icons on the dock. This allows for better productivity and accessibility.
Watch it in Action: http://one.revver.com/watch/160224/affiliate/65364
 
Features:
Minimize windows to the dock
Real-time window previews in Vista
Running application indicators
Simple drag-n-drop interface
Multi-monitor support
Supports alpha-blended PNG and ICO icons
Icons zoom and transition smoothly
Auto-hide and Popup on mouse over
Positioning and layering options
Fully customizable
Completely Portable
ObjectDock Docklet support
Compatible with MobyDock, ObjectDock, RK Launcher, and Y'z Dock skins
Runs great on slower computers
Unicode compliant
Supports many languages and can easily be translated
A friendly user base :)
And best of all... its FREE
http://www.punksoftware.com/rocketdock
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 09, 2007, 08:45:43 AM
i'm on a long vacation ;D
Stress Test....
Good luck with this stress test !! ;)

STRESS

I am not sure exactly how it works, but this is amazingly accurate. Read the full description before looking at the picture. The picture below has 2 identical dolphins in it. It was used in a case study on stress levels at St. Mary's Hospital.

Look at both dolphins jumping out of the water. The dolphins are identical. A closely monitored, scientific study revealed that, in spite of the fact that the dolphins are identical, a person under stress would find differences in the two dolphins.

The more differences a person finds between the dolphins, the more stress that person is experiencing. Look at the photograph and if you find more than one or two differences you may want to take a vacation.

Click on the jpg. below to see the "two" dolphins larger ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 09, 2007, 11:56:36 AM
don't see the cow above anymore ::)-see a pig now :o-time to go on another vacation or get help ;D ::)
Online Alarm Clock
http://avnoy.com/alarm/flash.swf
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 09, 2007, 01:40:40 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/SimpleCenter.gif)


SimpleCenter 4.1
http://www.simplecenter.com/
One application for all your digital media and devices! Easily sync and transfer music, pictures, movies, and podcasts from your PC to your devices.
Expanded support for the most popular digital media devices:
iPod, Sony PSP, Xbox 360, Nokia N80, N93, USB mass storage devices, and PlaysForSure
devices.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 10, 2007, 11:48:07 AM
How to remove a cork from inside a wine bottle without breaking the bottle.   Cool!
http://www.isnichwahr.de/redirect23792.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 12, 2007, 12:56:03 PM
Starbucks Coffee Break March 15th
Thursday, March 15th, plan on stopping by your local Starbucks between 10am and 12 noon. During that time, Starbucks will be holding is 2nd annual Coffee Break. All company-operated and licensed Starbucks stores in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia and Greater China will be giving away free Tall (12-ounce) cups of coffee to anyone who drops by. Starbucks Coffee Masters clad in black aprons will be present during each of the coffee breaks to kick off the company's spring brewing sale and to answer any questions you might have about the coffee or coffee brewing. Last year, many stores used the coffee break period to sample some of their pastries out to customers waiting in line, as well.
http://www.slashfood.com/2007/03/05/starbucks-coffee-break-march-15th/
++IT'S FREE++ :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 13, 2007, 12:45:19 PM
Commodore set to introduce high-end gaming PCs
http://hardware.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=07/03/06/1217244&from=rss
Commodore's big beige glory days may be long past, but the familiar name is still out there kicking (such as it is), lending its considerable cachet to an array of otherwise unremarkable devices. Now the company appears to have decided to bring things back a little closer to its roots, prepping a new line of Commodore-branded PCs aimed at gamers, pitting them against the well-established likes of Alienware and VoodooPC. Unfortunately, there's been no other details whatsoever announced, with Commodore Gaming CEO Bala Keilman only going so far as to say that the PCs will deliver "what gamers need and want." It looks like we won't have to wait too long for the complete rundown, however, with the company promising to reveal everything (including playable systems) at CeBIT on March 15th
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CeBIT
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 13, 2007, 03:08:25 PM
This one was always my favorite (http://c64s.com/game/538/chopper/)  :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on March 14, 2007, 10:38:02 PM
Hi bob3160,

Opera browser finally has come up with a portable version called Opera for U3:
http://www.opera-usb.com/operausbas.htm

Just for the searchers among us for which Opera is their browser of choice,

polonus

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 15, 2007, 04:02:39 PM
"Gizmo's top picks of the best
tech resources and utilities"

 Free Edition Issue143, 15th March, 2007 (http://techsupportalert.com/issues/al_current.htm)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 15, 2007, 05:48:40 PM
now this is interesting ::)
http://www.hti.umich.edu/d/did/tree.html
map of the system of human knowledge...
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 15, 2007, 06:23:16 PM
We all know that ZoneAlarm still hasn't issued a Vista compatible Firewall.
They have however managed to put together a Sweepstake:
http://www.zonealarm.com/store/promotions/sweepstakes/index.jsp?campaign_id&AID=10419053&PID=1216905 (http://www.zonealarm.com/store/promotions/sweepstakes/index.jsp?campaign_id&AID=10419053&PID=1216905)

Wonder which is more important?

(Check to bottom box to only enter the contest)
ELIGIBILITY & LIMITATIONS
Participants must be legal U.S. residents at least 18-years old. Only one (1) prize per household.
Employees, officers, and directors of Company, their affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising, promotion,
and fulfillment agencies, their immediate family members and persons living in their same household,
are not eligible to participate in the Contest.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 17, 2007, 12:15:32 PM
 Televirtual MediaLab, a pioneer of the use of virtual presenters and newscasters, has teamed up with Archant Norfolk, weather bureau WeatherQuest and PA Sport in London to create Newsfast - so called because it purports to be the fastest-ever way to deliver the latest information to people.
They unleashed Brian, a computer-generated newscaster, on the world. Unlike conventional broadcast newsmen, Brian, which stands for 'Believable RSS Interactive Avatar Newscaster,' can access the latest breaking news, and his clients/customers do not have to wait for scheduled news, weather and sport bulletins.

http://www.newsfastuk.info/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 19, 2007, 12:50:05 PM
++14 Things That It Took Over 50 Years To Learn++
   1.  Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and a laxative on the same night.
   2. If you had to identify, in one word, the reason why the human race has not achieved, and never will achieve, its full potential, that word would be "meetings."
   3. There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness."
   4. People who want to share their religious views with you almost never want you to share yours with them.
   5. You should not confuse your career with your life.
   6. Nobody cares if you can't dance well. Just get up and dance.
   7. Never lick a steak knife.
   8. The most destructive force in the universe is gossip.
   9. You will never find anybody who can give you a clear and compelling reason why we observe daylight savings time.
  10. You should never say anything to a woman that even remotely suggests that you think she's pregnant unless you can see an actual baby emerging from her at that moment.
  11. There comes a time when you should stop expecting other people to make a big deal about your birthday. That time is age eleven.
  12. The one thing that unites all human beings, regardless of age, gender, religion, economic status or ethnic background, is that, deep down inside, we ALL believe that we are above-average drivers.
  13. A person who is nice to you, but rude to the waiter, is not a nice person. (This is very important. Pay attention. It never fails.)
  14. Your friends love you anyway.

Thought for the day: Never be afraid to try something new. Remember that a lone amateur built the Ark. A large group of professionals built the Titanic
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 19, 2007, 12:52:17 PM
++Life before the computer++
An application was for employment
A program was a TV show
A cursor used profanity
A keyboard was a piano!

Memory was something that you lost with age
A CD was a bank account
And if you had a 3 1/2 inch floppy
You hoped nobody found out!

Compress was something you did to garbage
Not something you did to a file
And if you unzipped anything in public
You'd be in jail for awhile!

Log on was adding wood to a fire
Hard drive was a long trip on the road
A mouse pad was where a mouse lived
And a backup happened to your commode!

Cut - you did with a pocket knife
Paste you did with glue
A web was a spider's home
And a virus was the flu!

I guess I'll stick to my pad and paper
And the memory in my head
I hear nobody's been killed in a computer crash
But when it happens they wish they were dead!

++click on tee-shirt to see pong in action(who remembers pong???)++
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: OrangeCrate on March 19, 2007, 01:42:42 PM
Interview with the Mac “Switcher Girl” Ellen Feiss...

Remember her? So how do you vote, stoned, or not? (See video at end of article.)

http://macenstein.com/default/archives/509
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 20, 2007, 09:39:07 PM
Perhaps you know that sinking feeling when a single keystroke accidentally destroys hours of work. Now imagine wiping out a disc drive containing an account worth $38 billion. 
 
That's what happened to a computer technician reformatting a disk drive at the Alaska Department of Revenue. While doing routine maintenance work, the technician accidentally deleted applicant information for an oil-funded account -- one of Alaska residents' biggest perks -- and mistakenly reformatted the backup drive, as well. 
 
There was still hope, until the department discovered its third line of defense, backup tapes, were unreadable...
http://www.kidk.com/news/tech/6592597.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 21, 2007, 08:56:43 AM
this is not real ::) :o
click on pic to enlarge :P
mac-how many of these are you going to get :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 23, 2007, 10:55:55 PM
32 things you can do with beer
I guess it should be 33.  They don’t mention drinking it.
http://men.msn.com/articlemh.aspx?cp-documentid=3872767&page=1
1. Bathe In It
2. Put Out A Fire
3. Marinate Meat
4. Polish Pots
5. Make Beer Barbecue Sauce
6. Shampoo Hair
7. Loosen Rusty Bolts
8. Clear Up Brown Spots In Your Lawn
9. Steam Clams Or Mussels
10. Pass A Kidney Stone
11. Boil Shrimp
12. Kill Slugs
13. Find Due North
14. Soothe Tired Feet
15. Make A Beer Slide
16. Lower Your Blood Pressure
17. Trick A Cheap Landlord
18. Bake Beer Bread
19. Catch Mice
20. Tie A Fly
21. Cure Insomnia
22. Massage Yourself
23. Calm An Upset Stomach
24. Build Your Next Home
25. Cook Rice
26. Stop Snoring
27. Build A Plane
28. Roast Chicken
29. Ice A Hamstring
30. Build Delightful Patio Furniture
31. Tame A Wild Hair
32. Scale Fish
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 24, 2007, 01:27:41 AM
32 things you can do with beer
I guess it should be 33.  They don’t mention drinking it.

Beer is the most horrible tasting stuff there is, it is so horrible tasting that it just can't be drank!!!  There is nothing good about beer!  The only appropiate thing to do with beer is to pour it down the drain!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: OrangeCrate on March 24, 2007, 01:31:27 AM
Beer is the most horrible tasting stuff there is, it is so horrible tasting that it just can't be drank!!!  There is nothing good about beer!  The only appropiate thing to do with beer is to pour it down the drain!

Dibs on his share!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 24, 2007, 12:07:43 PM
don't drink anymore...but i'll give some to my friends who drink ;)

Interesting article at Mental Floss Blog: Your Default Song.

So here's my thinking: most of us carry tunes around in our heads a lot of the time.
Most of us also have a default song, that is, the song you default to when either there's no song in your head, or you want to get a lousy song OUT of your head. Default songs can change as you change.Mine hasn't for some reason ::)
This is all to say that most of the time, a default song isn't something you have much control over. It's just there, sawing away in the background.
http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/4855
So what's your default song?

mine is the whole album below...what got me through vietnam(besides god and family)...have heard it so much-the whole album is my default song 8)

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 24, 2007, 03:02:13 PM
Most folks assume that a chicken nugget is just a piece of fried chicken, right?  Wrong!  Did you know, for example, that a McDonald’s Chicken McNugget is 56% corn?
What else is in a McDonald's Chicken McNugget?  Besides corn, and to a lesser extent, chicken, all of the thirty-eight ingredients that make up a McNugget – one of which I'll bet you'll never guess?
The ingredient suggest a lot of thought goes into a nugget, that and a lot of corn.  Of the thirty-eight ingredients it takes to make a McNugget, I counted thirteen that can be derived from corn: the corn-fed chicken itself; modified cornstarch (to bind the pulverized chicken meat); mono-, tri-, and diglycerides (emulsifiers, which keep the fats and water from separating); dextrose; lecithin (another emulsifier); chicken broth (to restore some of the flavor that processing leeches out); yellow corn flour and more modified cornstarch (for the batter); cornstarch (a filler); vegetable shortening; partially hydrogenated corn oil; and citric acid as a preservative.  A couple of other plants take part in the nugget: There's some wheat in the batter, and on any given day the hydrogenated oil could come from soybeans, canola, or cotton rather than corn, depending on the market price and availability.
McNuggets also contain several completely synthetic ingredients, quasiedible substances that ultimately come not from a corn or soybean field but form a petroleum refinery or chemical plant.  These chemicals are what make modern processed food possible, by keeping the organic materials in them from going bad or looking strange after months in the freezer or on the road.  Listed first are the "leavening agents": sodium aluminum phosphate, mono-calcium phosphate, sodium acid pyrophosphate, and calcium lactate.  These are antioxidants added to keep the various animal and vegetable fats involved in a nugget from turning rancid.  Then there are "anti-foaming agents" like dimethylpolysiloxene, added to the cooking oil to keep the starches from binding to air molecules, so as to produce foam during the fry.  The problem is evidently grave enough to warrant adding a toxic chemical to the food: According to the Handbook of Food Additives, dimethylpolysiloxene is a suspected carcinogen and an established mutagen, tumorigen, and reproductive effector; it's also flammable.  But perhaps the most alarming ingredient in a Chicken McNugget is tertiary butylhydroquinone, or TBHQ, an antioxidant derived from petroleum that is either sprayed directly on the nugget or the inside of the box it comes in to "help preserve freshness."  According to A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives, TBHQ is a form of butane (i.e. lighter fluid) the FDA allows processors to use sparingly in our food: It can comprise no more than 0.02 percent of the oil in a nugget.  Which is probably just as well, considering that ingesting a single gram of TBHQ can cause "nausea, vomiting, ringing in the ears, delirium, a sense of suffocation, and collapse."  Ingesting five grams of TBHQ can kill.”
time for lunch...who wants to go to mcdonalds ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 26, 2007, 03:27:50 PM
Tips & Tricks from CNET Members
 (http://help.cnet.com/9606-12576_39-0.html?tag=sortBar&orderBy=ratings_score+desc&sourceType=1)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 28, 2007, 10:46:25 PM
Real Life Windows OS ::)
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g86/drhayden1/real-life-windows.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on March 29, 2007, 03:23:52 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/zoho_logo_new.gif)
ZOHO
Worth an extra look as an Office Alternative:
http://www.zoho.com/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 30, 2007, 01:25:15 PM
They need to invent something like this for the computer. I'm getting tired of re-typing the document whenever I need a copy: Carbon on disks makes copies of typewriting.
Easily fitted to any typewriter, a new device eliminates the use of carbon paper, and its attendant muss and inconvenience, in making copies of letters and business forms. It comprises a series of swinging arms, each one bearing a replaceable disk of special carbon material, mounted on a frame that can be attached to the machine or detached in a few seconds. As many disks are inserted between the sheets as copies are desired. Each disk revolves as the typing proceeds, continually presenting a fresh surface.

http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2007/03/29/carbon-on-disks-makes-copies-of-typewriting/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on March 30, 2007, 01:29:59 PM
Cheap Hot Dogs By Mail
This seem like a pretty good deal: One Dollar Hot Dogs.
If you're hungry for a hotdog, you're in luck. For only $1, I will cook you a hot dog and mail it to you. Just PayPal me a buck, and I will personally cook you a delicious dog, and then ship it out to you!
The fine print:
*Warning: fries, cheese, and onions are not included. just the hot dog. Actually eating hot dog after it arrives could make you really sick or cause death. Do not eat.

http://dollarhotdogs.com/
click on pic to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 01, 2007, 12:19:17 AM
FOR ALL WOMEN OF ALL AGES

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR WOMEN IN THE MILITARY
The P-mate offers safety, hygiene and dignity for female soldiers.
Girls can do it like the boys now, standing up!

http://goyourway.net/index.html

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 03, 2007, 04:30:40 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/I%20Thought/WiB.png)
Windows in a Box
Inside Windows Xp are hundreds of settings that require endless
clicking through the Operating System that can get really frustrating.
Windows in a box was designed to eliminate all that.Sits on your desktop,
easy to navigate,and puts an end to all the frustration of endless searching
for settings.  Spyware,Adware,and Malware free.
http://bigdaddydesign.5gbfree.com/windowsinabox.htm
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on April 03, 2007, 09:01:52 AM
Hi bob3160,

This is an interesting link for malware fighters: http://www.adwarereport.com/mt/archives/followup_xoftspy_rogue_or_reputable.php

enjoy this site, I have bookmarked it,

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 03, 2007, 10:09:26 AM
thanks polonus also for the link ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 03, 2007, 10:14:24 AM
The Ultimate Chart
I never thought it would be possible, but it is. All theories proven with one graph ???
click on jpg.to enlarge :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on April 03, 2007, 04:33:30 PM
This is an interesting link for malware fighters: http://www.adwarereport.com/mt/archives/followup_xoftspy_rogue_or_reputable.php

That article is from June 2004 so is well out of date, xoftspy might have got better (or worse) in almost three years. Personally there are plenty of comparable products out there without any chequered history for me to give it a wide berth.

The site might well be worth bookmarking though.

thanks polonus also for the link ;D

Re your attached image in the above post, I think you should check this in virustotal/jotti, that file could be a legit active skin file.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 03, 2007, 07:52:23 PM
it was as you said in the pm-eye candy-but i removed it anyways-thanks davidr for the notice of it ;)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 07, 2007, 05:25:03 PM
How To Build A Time Machine
Time travel has been a popular science-fiction theme since H. G. Wells wrote his celebrated novel The Time Machine in 1895. But can it really be done?
Is it possible to build a machine that would transport a human being into the past or future? For decades, time travel lay beyond the fringe of respectable science. But not anymore... Here's how to build a time machine.
Gather the necessary materials. You'll need rocks, a Sega Saturn, some celery, spaghetti noodles, thumbtacks, a port-o-potty, and a cellular telephone from the 1980's.
http://www.wwujd.com/buildatimemachine.htm

replaced post with one above... ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on April 07, 2007, 06:18:53 PM
Whilst this might be interesting to some, I can't see the relevance of promoting what is in effect a competitive product on the official forum of Alwil software. I'm sure other official security software forums would take a dim view of promoting a competitors product.

Quote from: drhayden1
no thanks-just posting it....i'll stick with the best-avast!

So why bother in the first place, please consider the above when thinking of effectively promoting/advertising a competitive product on the official forum 'paid for' by Alwil Software.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on April 07, 2007, 07:37:36 PM
I'm sure other official security software forums would take a dim view of promoting a competitors product.
So why bother in the first place, please consider the above when thinking of effectively promoting/advertising a competitive product on the official forum 'paid for' by Alwil Software.
David, the only positive side-effect will be saying to Alwil that we want an anti-spyware, an anti-rootkit and a firewall from them. Don't need to be integrated, as a suite, but it will be very good. A lot of companies have done this: from Grisoft (AVG) to Panda, from Kaspersky to BitDefender...
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Lisandro on April 07, 2007, 08:05:49 PM
replaced post with one above... ::)
Please, bring it back... It won't hurt 8)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 07, 2007, 08:12:14 PM
ESET Smart Security is a fully integrated security solution and includes antivirus, anti-spyware, a personal firewall and antispam. While some competitive solutions purport to have similar functionality, ESET has developed a unique approach that provides true and full integration of point security solutions. The key advantage of this approach is that individual protection modules are able to communicate together seamlessly, to create unparalleled synergy to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of protection. Moreover, the integrated architecture guarantees optimal utilization of system resources, so ESET Smart Security continues ESET's well know reputation for providing rock solid security in a small footprint that will not slow down an individual's computer.

ESET has achieved another milestone by developing a new security suite Eset Smart Security with integrated firewall and an antispam module which has been made available as a beta for public testing. The new suite brings many new features, such as:
Integrated firewall and antispam module
Improved graphical user interface
2 operating modes for common and advanced users
Improved and automatised cleaning
True incremental updates
Export / import settings
Features that will be encorporated in the final version or future beta versions and don't need to be reported:
Context menu integration
Connecting to Remote Administrator server
Manual submission of suspicious files
Exclusions in the real-time scanner
Before installation, we strongly recommend that you uninstall any other antivirus program and firewall that you might have installed.
Please remember that this is still a BETA which may suffer from severe bugs. We do not recommend installing it on production systems.
If you come across an issue, please contact ESET's technical support via the integrated support form.

Wilders: http://www.wilderssecurity.com/forumdisplay.php?f=18
The beta can be obtained after filling in the registration form at http://www.eset.com/beta/. Before installation, we strongly recommend that you uninstall any other antivirus program and firewall that you might have installed.

ok....it's back ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 08, 2007, 03:58:03 PM
Woman, 102, becomes oldest golfer with an ace (Hole in One)
http://sports.espn.go.com/golf/news/story?id=2829770
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 10, 2007, 10:07:59 AM
galaxy ;D
http://dingo.care2.com/cards/flash/5409/galaxy.swf
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 13, 2007, 10:06:34 AM
25-Year Old Computers
Ah, the memories: PM Compares 6 Top Computers (Jan, 1982).
http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2007/04/12/pm-compares-6-top-computers/?Qwd=./PopularMechanics/1-1982/top_six_computers&Qif=top_six_computers_0.jpg&Qiv=thumbs&Qis=XL#qdig
Here's an excerpt:

All computers use different formats for storing and retrieving programs. Here are the three formats.

Cassettes: Many people start out with a tape recorder to save and load programs. This allows you to use a $30 to $50 tape recorder, instead of a disc drive that costs hundreds of dollars. Information is stored on tape as a series of two tones.

Computers think in a binary language, all information computer organizes these into words called bytes.) Each binary "pulse" is assigned an audio frequency. By recording the binary pulses as tones, programs are stored. By decoding the tones into pulses, the programs can be loaded into the computer. On tape this is slow, but it's better than typing in a 100-line program every time you want to use it.

But for data storage-forget tape. If you have an hour-long tape and the information you need is at the tape's end, it will take an hour to search for it.

Floppy discs: Made out of the same material as audio tape, floppy discs are housed in plastic jackets that never come off. Instead, jacket and all are inserted into a disc drive, where a record/playback head reads the disc through a cutout in the jacket.

The discs spin at thousands of revolutions per minute. A disc with a radius of only 5-1/4 inches can store about 200,000 bits of information (each "bit" has room for a letter of English). A disc stores or retrieves programs and data in just a few seconds.

Cartridges: Many computers accept plug-in cartridges. We don't like them for many reasons. First, they're expensive, compared to tape or disc. But more important, their programs can't be studied or changed.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 14, 2007, 12:15:49 AM
Here's a follow-up to the Global Warming issue I posted in March:
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg217591#msg217591 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg217591#msg217591)

It's now April 13th and I just took the following pictures:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_P1010009.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/P1010009.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_P1010008.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/P1010008.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_P1010007.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/P1010007.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/th_P1010006.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Pictures/P1010006.jpg)
Click on any picture to enlarge it.

Hopefully that global warming will kick in for us sometime this year..... :)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 14, 2007, 12:48:43 PM
Google pays $3.1 billion for DoubleClick ::)
That $1.65 billion Google paid for YouTube last year? That was chump change.
The big G has finished negotiations to buy online advertising giant DoubleClick for $3.1 billion. This will give Google a major foothold in visual advertising online. Google makes most of its money currently from relevant text advertising.
Microsoft and Google had been engaged in a bidding war over DoubleClick. While it'll take a lot of advertising revenue to make up for the largest purchase in Google's history, you can't put a price on beating Microsoft in the race for web dominance.
Microsoft had been trying to catch up to Google in the online advertising business, and DoubleClick is one heck of a chess piece. If Microsoft had won, the company would have immediately become a serious contender. With Google winning the bid, it'll be that much harder for Microsoft to get a strong foothold in the online advertising market.
An interesting sidenote: Doubleclick made $300 million in revenue last year. Either Google has really big plans for the company and its technologies, or this is a long term investment. Or both.
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/14/technology/14DoubleClick.html?_r=2&ref=technology&oref=slogin&oref=slogin
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on April 14, 2007, 02:11:57 PM
Interesting, doubleclick(.com, .net and .co.uk) is on my list of exceptions, blocked cookies, I never did like double click's cookies they are prolific.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 14, 2007, 03:05:51 PM
and davidr my friend they are also annoying ::)
if i had $3.1 billion-couldn't i find something better to buy ???
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 14, 2007, 03:28:45 PM
Website Names - The Importance of Choosing Wisely

All of these are legitimate companies that didn't spend quite enough time considering how their online names might appear ...
And be misread. These are not made up. Check them out yourself!

1. "Who Represents" is where you can find the name of the agent that represents any celebrity. Their Web site is http://www.whorepresents.com

2 . Experts Exchange is a knowledge base where programmers can exchange advice and views at http://www.expertsexchange.com

3. Looking for a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at http://www.penisland.net

4. Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at http://www.therapistfinder.com

5. There's the Italian Power Generator company, http://www.powergenitalia.com

6. And don't forget the Mole Station Native Nursery in New South Wales, http://www.molestationnursery.com

7. If you're looking for IP computer software, there's always http://www.ipanywhere.com

8. The First Cumming Methodist Church Web site is http://www.cummingfirst.com

9. And the designers at Speed of Art await you at their wacky Web site, http://www.speedofart.com
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 14, 2007, 04:17:02 PM
Why Can't A Computer Be More Like A Brain?
Jeff Hawkins (founder of Palm Computing) discusses creating a software platform that will allow computers to learn like humans. "My colleagues and I have been pursuing that approach for several years, and we have made significant progress..."
http://www.spectrum.ieee.org/apr07/4982
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 14, 2007, 11:53:03 PM
OS Price War ;)
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g86/drhayden1/linux_2Ddetergent.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 14, 2007, 11:56:00 PM
A different version of a good trick.
http://www.learnenglish.org.uk/games/magic-gopher-central.swf
Magic gopher

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on April 15, 2007, 09:25:17 PM
Hi forum members,

Looking for an icon for your webpage, go here:
http://www.websiteicons.net/index.php?p=icons&id=6

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 16, 2007, 03:09:21 AM
Why Can't A Computer Be More Like A Brain?
Jeff Hawkins (founder of Palm Computing) discusses creating a software platform that will allow computers to learn like humans. "My colleagues and I have been pursuing that approach for several years, and we have made significant progress..."
http://www.spectrum.ieee.org/apr07/4982


The brain doesn't think, it is only an interface that allows the spirit to interact with the body.  To explain would get this post deleted as I would have to involve The Book.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Marc57 on April 16, 2007, 11:04:18 AM
Why Can't A Computer Be More Like A Brain?
Jeff Hawkins (founder of Palm Computing) discusses creating a software platform that will allow computers to learn like humans. "My colleagues and I have been pursuing that approach for several years, and we have made significant progress..."
http://www.spectrum.ieee.org/apr07/4982



Thanks for the link Dan, I've been reading about this for some time and it WILL Happen in the next 50 years. Dr Michio Kaku  http://www.mkaku.org/  (Whom I am a big fan of) has been talking about this and other human advances for some time.

Check out some of his videos here:  http://www.mkaku.org/books-tv-film/video.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 16, 2007, 11:26:44 AM
thanks for the links marc57...will look at 8)

Google Acquires Internet
Mountain View-based search giant Google Inc. today announced they've acquired the Internet for the astounding sum of $2,455.5 billion in cash. The deal had been rumored in various search blogs since the beginning of the year and was now confirmed by the company’s CEO.
'This is in line with our vision to make information more accessible to end users,' says Eric Schmidt. 'With the acquisition, we can increase the speed of indexing as everything will already be on our servers by the time it’s published.'
noticed the date ::)
MAY 12, 2017....i'll be 68 then ??? :o :P
http://blog.outer-court.com/archive/2007-04-14-n32.html

click on jpg to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 16, 2007, 01:37:41 PM
What do users do on the Internet? ???
http://www.stanford.edu/group/siqss/Press_Release/press_detail.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 16, 2007, 04:42:58 PM
Things you don't see every day (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/flash+presentations/NotEveryDay.html)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Marc57 on April 16, 2007, 07:59:02 PM
Everyone, please keep these poor people in your thoughts.  :'(

Police: At Least 32 Dead After Virginia Tech University Shooting


http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,266310,00.html


Updating number of dead.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 17, 2007, 10:11:30 AM
Words for Today's Tragic Event

I are simply heartbroken by the deaths and injuries suffered at Virginia Tech. We know what an unspeakable, life-changing moment this is for these families and how, in this moment, it is hard to feel anything but overwhelming grief, much less the love and support around you. But the love and support is there.

I pray that these families, these students, and the entire Virginia Tech community know that they are being embraced by a nation.
There is a Methodist hymn that gave us solace in such a moment as this, and we repeat its final verse here, in hopes it will help these families, as it helped us:

In our end is our beginning; in our time, infinity;

In our doubt there is believing,
in our life, eternity,

In our death, a resurrection;

at the last, a victory,
Unrevealed until its season,

something God alone can see.

My dearest wish is that this day could start again, with the promise of these young people alive. Knowing that cannot be, our prayer is for God's grace and whatever measure of peace can be reached on this terrible day.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 18, 2007, 09:37:26 PM
100-Year Old Predictions
From the December, 1900 edition of the Ladies Home Journal: Predictions of the Year 2000.
http://www.yorktownhistory.org/homepages/1900_predictions.htm

For example:

Prediction #6: Automobiles will be cheaper than horses are today. Farmers will own automobile hay-wagons, automobile truck-wagons, plows, harrows and hay-rakes. A one-pound motor in one of these vehicles will do the work of a pair of horses or more. Children will ride in automobile sleighs in winter. Automobiles will have been substituted for every horse vehicle now known. There will be, as already exist today, automobile hearses, automobile police patrols, automobile ambulances, automobile street sweepers. The horse in harness will be as scarce, if, indeed, not even scarcer, then as the yoked ox is today.
Prediction #9: Photographs will be telegraphed from any distance. If there be a battle in China a hundred years hence snapshots of its most striking events will be published in the newspapers an hour later. Even to-day photographs are being telegraphed over short distances. Photographs will reproduce all of Nature's colors.
Prediction #28: There will be no wild animals except in menageries. Rats and mice will have been exterminated. The horse will have become practically extinct. A few of high breed will be kept by the rich for racing, hunting and exercise. The automobile will have driven out the horse. Cattle and sheep will have no horns. They will be unable to run faster than the fattened hog of today. A century ago the wild hog could outrun a horse. Food animals will be bred to expend practically all of their life energy in producing meat, milk, wool and other by-products. Horns, bones, muscles and lungs will have been neglected.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 19, 2007, 01:01:50 PM
THE HELP DESK
TedNelly my friend-here is the support you requested when you emailed me-they require a break during their shift and are paid a bundle of banannas(each monkey)a day ;D
(http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g86/drhayden1/Helpdesk_20_28Question_2Dand_2Dansw.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: TedNelly on April 19, 2007, 02:57:18 PM
Well drhayden1 I find it hard to believe that the Technical support supplied by this company to be of such a high  Standard and Quality?? Keeping in with the URL you supplied of another support firm. http://www.illwillpress.com/tech2.html (http://www.illwillpress.com/tech2.html)
 I wish my ISP's support was of such a high Standard
A good Laugh a Day keeps the Doctors Away
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on April 19, 2007, 07:40:38 PM
Yep Tednelly,

These monkeys certainly outsmart another class of "primates" that normally sit there. That other class of primates push certain keys by which the whole natural sytem gets de-regulated. Funny thing is primates known to sit there are held on cups of coffee and biscuits,

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 19, 2007, 09:54:33 PM
 ;D
some more "primates" hard at work
click on pics to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on April 19, 2007, 10:13:09 PM
Hello drhayden1,

Well it is the time that the cows are turned out of the cowhouse.


polonus
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 19, 2007, 10:37:25 PM
wonder what type of music cows listen too ??? ::)
http://www.mothercow.org/oxen/more-music-for-cows.html
the cows below should be dancing :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 20, 2007, 09:15:10 PM
Microsoft Only sold 244 copies of Genuine Windows Vista in China
Microsoft spent millions of dollars advertising its next generation OS 'Windows Vista' in China, in fact the IT juggernaut threw up the biggest Vista Ad on the 421 meter high Jin Mao tower in Shanghai China. However after 2 weeks (Jan 19 to Feb 2) from launch Microsoft managed to sell a mere 244 copies of Windows Vista. Software piracy is rampant in the middle kingdom and a pirated version of Vista sells for a mere $1 on the streets. The following numbers are quoted by Windows Vista chief distributor in Bejing.
http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/only_244_copies_of_genuine_windows_vista_sold_in_china.php
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 21, 2007, 01:28:48 PM
77 Ways To Learn Faster, Deeper, And Better
Knowledge is the backbone of society's progress. Knowledge can lead to a new job, better pay, a new hobby, or simply knowledge for knowledge's sake - whatever is important to you as an end goal.
Life-changing knowledge does typically require advanced learning techniques. In fact, it's been said that the average adult only uses 10% of his/her brain. Imagine what we may be capable of with more advanced learning techniques.
Here are 77 tips related to knowledge and learning to help you on your quest ::)
http://oedb.org/library/college-basics/hacking-knowledge

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Marc57 on April 21, 2007, 08:20:45 PM
With all the talk about Vista being bloatware, using up system resources, bad driver support and the like, I find it interesting that people were having the same problems with win2k! Check out this old thread I found on the subject.

http://episteme.arstechnica.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/48409524/m/523098501
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on April 21, 2007, 09:19:14 PM
Lets face it then (1999) a 10 GB HDD was classed as very large, I think I had a 1GB Seagate in 1999 (still have it somewhere in spares) and win2k was supposed to be a business OS, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_2000 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_2000)

Quote
Windows 2000 (also referred to as Win2K) is a preemptible, interruptible, graphical and business-oriented operating system that was designed to work with either uniprocessor or symmetric multi-processor 32-bit Intel x86 computers.
<snip>
Windows 2000 was made available in four editions: Professional, Server, Advanced Server, and Datacenter Server.

Just look at some of the processors in that link you gave ;D

Edited out double quote and wrong tag.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: OrangeCrate on April 21, 2007, 09:38:10 PM
^,

To continue to this walk down memory lane, and to add to David's comments, the home, consumer version available at the time, was the infamous Millennium Edition, which was DOS based, and did not share the NT architecture of Win2000.

Quote
A successor to Windows 95 and Windows 98, Windows Me was marketed as a "Home Edition" when compared to Windows 2000 which had been released seven months earlier.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Millenium

Not too many consumers used Win2000, though it is still used by many small to medium size companies as an Enterprise system.

However, after almost an uncountable numbers of patches, it is pretty much held together with duct tape, chewing gum and bailing wire.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 22, 2007, 01:40:21 PM
60 Things Worth Shortening Your Life For 8) ::)
http://www.esquire.com/print-this/60things0507
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 23, 2007, 01:17:34 AM
Once Upon A Time
DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN...?
It took five minutes for the TV warm up?
All the girls had ugly gym uniforms?
Nearly everyone's Mom was at home when the kids got home from school?
Nobody owned a purebred dog?
When a quarter was a decent allowance?
You'd reach into a muddy gutter for a penny?
Your Mom wore nylons that came in two pieces?
When blue jeans were only for work or play?
All your male teachers wore neckties and female teachers had their hair done every day and wore high heels?
You got your windshield cleaned, oil checked, and gas pumped, without asking, all for free, every time?
And you didn't pay for air?
And, you got trading stamps to boot?
Laundry detergent had free glasses, dishes or towels hidden inside the box?
It was considered a great privilege to be taken out to dinner at a real restaurant with your parents?
They threatened to keep kids back a grade if they failed. . ...and they did?
When a 55 Chevy was everyone's dream car...to cruise, peel out, lay rubber or watch submarine races, and people went steady?
No one ever asked where the car keys were because they were always in the car, in the ignition, and the doors were never locked?
Lying on your back in the grass with your friends and saying things like, "That cloud looks like a ..."
And playing baseball with no adults to help kids with the rules of the game?
Stuff from the store came without safety caps and hermetic seals because no one had yet tried to poison a perfect stranger?
And with all our progress, don't you just wish, just once, you could slip back in time and savor the slower pace,and share it with the children of today?
When being sent to the principal's office was nothing compared to the fate that awaited the student at home?
Basically we were in fear for our lives, but it wasn't because of drive-by shootings, drugs, gangs, etc.
Our parents and grandparents were a much bigger threat!
But we survived because their love was greater than the threat.

Are you someone who can still remember:

Nancy Drew
the Hardy Boys
Laurel and Hardy
Howdy Doody and the Peanut Gallery
the Lone Ranger
The Shadow Knows
Nellie Bell
Roy and Dale
Trigger and Buttermilk.
As well as summers filled with bike rides, baseball games, Hula Hoops, bowling and visits to the pool, and eating Kool-Aid powder with sugar.
Didn't that feel good, just to go back and say, "Yeah, I remember that"?
I am sharing this with you today because the e-mail sent to me ended with a double dog dare to pass it on.
To remember what a double dog dare is, read on.
And remember that the perfect age is somewhere between old enough to know better and too young to care.
How many of these do you remember?
Candy cigarettes
Wax Coke-shaped bottles with colored sugar water inside
Soda pop machines that dispensed glass bottles
Coffee shops with table side jukeboxes
Blackjack, Clove and Teaberry chewing gum
Home milk delivery in glass bottles with cardboard stoppers
Newsreels before the movie
P.F. Fliers
Telephone numbers with a word prefix....(KLondike 4-601).
Party lines
Peashooters
Howdy Doody
45 RPM records
Green Stamps
Hi-Fi's
Metal ice cubes trays with levers
Mimeograph paper
Beanie and Cecil
Roller-skate keys
Cork pop guns
Drive ins
Studebakers
Washtub wringers
The Fuller Brush Man
Reel-To-Reel tape recorders
Tinkertoys Erector Sets
The Fort Apache Play Set
Lincoln Logs
15 cent McDonald hamburgers
5 cent packs of baseball cards - with that awful pink slab of bubble gum
Penny candy
35 cent a gallon gasoline
Jiffy Pop popcorn

Do you remember a time when...

Decisions were made by going "eeny-meeny-miney-moe"?
Mistakes were corrected by simply exclaiming, "Do Over!"?
"Race issue" meant arguing about who ran the fastest?
Catching the fireflies could happily occupy an entire evening?
It wasn't odd to have two or three "Best Friends"?
The worst thing you could catch from the opposite sex was "cooties"?
Being gay meant being happy?
Having a weapon in school meant being caught with a slingshot?
A foot of snow was a dream come true?
Saturday morning cartoons weren't 30-minute commercials for action figures?
"Oly-oly-oxen-free" made perfect sense?
Spinning around, getting dizzy, and falling down was cause for giggles?
The worst embarrassment was being picked last for a team?
War was a card game?
Baseball cards in the spokes transformed any bike into a motorcycle?
Taking drugs meant orange-flavored chewable aspirin?
Water balloons were the ultimate weapon?

If you can remember most or all of these, then you have lived!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 23, 2007, 09:39:45 PM
Are You Wi-Fi or Wired?
i'm wireless on my laptop with cable modem and linksys router(WEP) and wired with my quad-and have great download and upload speeds on both :o
http://news.softpedia.com/news/Are-You-Wi-Fi-or-Wired-52692.shtml
click on pics to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 24, 2007, 10:06:00 AM
Important message...tech,davidr,polonus and a few others including me this applies-no harm intended...all in fun :o ;D
You need help ;)
http://www.ziff.net/404/404.htm
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on April 25, 2007, 06:06:28 AM
***

LOL ... you got me with that one!    ;D    :D


***
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on April 25, 2007, 09:47:50 AM
Hi Dan,

Time to go fishing,

polonus

Enlarge the picture for the kind of fish you will catch in Holland!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 25, 2007, 09:56:43 AM
you pack the lunch and i'll meet you at the river bend at swan mountain :)
click on pic to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on April 25, 2007, 11:06:49 AM
Look here: http://www.fishingsecrets.co.uk/what_fish/fish_detail_bitterling.php

pol
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 25, 2007, 03:39:27 PM
Wal-Mart to open 400 in-store clinics....guess i will go here if i get sick from eating that fish polonus ::)
welcome to wal-mart(familiar greeting at every store)now it's gonna be welcome to wal-mart hospital :o
http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=healthNews&storyid=2007-04-24T205450Z_01_WEN6901_RTRUKOC_0_US-WALMART-CLINICS.xml&src=rss&rpc=22
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 25, 2007, 04:17:30 PM
The Computer Monster

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdAKgJDahzw

This is from an IBM training movie.
Created by Jim Henson and Frank Oz.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 26, 2007, 03:48:51 AM
Average teenager vs 19 year-old PFC

http://www.terrorhertz.com/lftw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=43
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 26, 2007, 04:58:25 AM
An off-topic forum

http://logreeval.bb2.org/index.php?showforum=13
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 26, 2007, 07:41:59 PM
to add to post 285 above ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2007, 08:02:25 PM
Coming: Inkjets That Print 60 Pages Per Minute (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,130479/article.html?tk=nl_hdxcol)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 28, 2007, 12:20:29 AM
Turn Off The Interweb
What if you could turn off the Interweb just by pushing a button. Well, you can!
http://www.turnofftheinterweb.com/
press the button :o

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 28, 2007, 02:14:29 PM
It's a bathroom connoisseur's dream. This mega-toilet is worth $5,000 and is equipped with a 20-inch flat screen TV, an Xbox 360 video-game system and beer tap, among other things.
click on pics for large size ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on April 30, 2007, 09:41:45 AM
The Wooden Bowl :)
The Wooden Bowl-I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden
Bowl tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now, a year from now.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year
Old grandson. The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred,
And his step faltered. The family ate together at the table.
But the Elderly grandfather's shaky hands and failing sight made eating
Difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor. When he grasped
The Glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth.The son and daughter-in-law
Became irritated with the mess. "We must do something about father,"
Said The son. "I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food
On The floor." So the husband and wife set a small table in the CornerThere.
Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed Dinner.
Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a
Wooden bowl!When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction,
Sometime he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone. Still, the only
Words The couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or
Spilled food. The four-year-old watched it all in silence.
One Evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood
Scraps on the floor. He asked the child sweetly, "What are you making?"
Just as sweetly, the boy responded, "Oh, I am making a little bowl
for You and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up." The four-year-old
Smiled and went back to work.The words so struck the parents so
That they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their
Cheeks. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.
That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to
The family table. For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with
The family. And for some reason, neither husband nor wife seemed to
Care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth
Soiled.   
On a positive note, I've learned that, no matter what
Happens, how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better
Tomorrow.     I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by
The Way he/she handles four things: a rainy day, the elderly, lost
Luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
I've learned that, Regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them
When They're gone from your life.   I've learned that making a "living"
Is Not the e same thing as making a   "life.." I've learned that
Life Sometimes gives you a second chance.I've learned that you
Shouldn't Go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands. You need to be
Able to throw something back. 
I've learned that if you pursue Happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, your friends, the Needs of others, your work and doing the very best you can, happiness Will find you.I've learned that whenever I decide something with
An Open heart, I usually make the right decision.I've learned that
Even When I have pains, I don't have to be one.I've learned that every
Day, you should reach out and touch someone.People love that
Human Touch -- holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the
Back.I've learned that I still have a lot to learn!   
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 01, 2007, 03:25:43 PM
Google pulls malicious sponsored links.

"Google identified and canceled AdWords accounts displaying ads that re-directed users to malicious sites,"
a Google representative wrote on the corporate blog.

Full story available here (http://news.com.com/2100-7349_3-6180022.html?part=rss&tag=2547-1_3-0-20&subj=news).
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on May 01, 2007, 03:45:24 PM
About time they started to check the links that these adword sponsored links went to.

I wonder if Alwil had a hand in this complaining about sponsored links to fraudulent sites selling avast. As this is another area that google should be looking at.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 02, 2007, 12:00:36 AM
Why Not Use a REAL MOUSE With Your Computer?
"Taxidermy mouse fully functional and furry."
not advised for cat owners :o
take mine in blue ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 02, 2007, 12:17:18 AM
Think I'll show this to my cat.... :)
Wonder if it will wake him up?  ??? ???
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Marc57 on May 02, 2007, 08:18:03 AM
Hey Dan, get this to go with your mouse.

http://www.giftapolis.com/gacatmopadth.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 02, 2007, 06:50:38 PM
in blue and send ups express marc57 ;)

computer switcheroo
Spur Bruce Bowen says repair firm pulled computer switcheroo
MAY 1--An NBA star claims that a Texas company hired to repair his computer instead removed the machine's hard drive and sold the item--which contained confidential personal and financial information--to another customer.
In a Bexar County District Court lawsuit, San Antonio Spurs forward Bruce Bowen seeks more than $2 million in damages from Computer Nerdz, the San Antonio company he and his wife hired last year to repair his Gateway computer.
According to Bowen, who this week was named to his seventh NBA all-defensive team, a Computer Nerdz technician told them that the computer's hard drive was damaged and could not be repaired. Since Bowen's computer was still under warranty, he was entitled to a new hard drive from Gateway, though he was required to return the damaged item to the company. Before Bowen sent the hard drive to Gateway, Computer Nerdz "copied all of his information onto discs for later installation onto his new hard drive," according to a November 2006 letter from Bowen's lawyer.
Computer Nerdz then gave Bowen back what he thought was his damaged hard drive. But three months later the athlete was contacted by Joy Roan, a Computer Nerdz customer who reported that she had bought a "new" hard drive containing personal and financial information on Bowen and his wife Yardley. Roan called Bowen after finding his home number on the hard drive, which was operational.
According to Bowens's complaint, a copy of which you can find below, as "a member of the San Antonio Spurs, they have gone extreme measures to protect their private information from the public." The Bowens are seeking $562,400 in economic damages, $1.2 million in mental anguish damages, $500,000 in exemplary damages, and $25,500 in legal fees.

Bowen needs to get over it........
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 03, 2007, 02:18:13 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Clock.gif)

At three minutes and four seconds after 2 AM
On the 6th of May ,(next Sunday)
The time and date will be
02:03:04 05/06/07
This will never happen again!
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: Abraxas on May 03, 2007, 02:54:58 AM
While we're on the topic of 'special days' :
There are 315 days, 4 hours, and 11 minutes until Pi Day 2008! (http://www.piday.org/) at time of posting  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 03, 2007, 08:31:42 PM
11 Great Color Legends
Why is red the international color for stop?
Why is the US dollar green?
Why is pink a girl color and blue a boy color?
Why is the sky blue?
http://www.colourlovers.com/blog/2007/05/01/11-great-color-legends/

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 04, 2007, 12:05:17 AM
i'll be there tomorrow to see it on the world's largest movie screen :o http://www.imax.com/ImaxWeb/static/swf/splash_i/welcome.jsp
Spiderman 3...trailer on link :)
SEE MORE, HEAR MORE, FEEL MORE -- IMAX is the ultimate movie experience. With crystal clear images up to eight stories high, and wrap-around digital surround sound, IMAX takes you to places you only imagined.
Experience the adventure, drama and emotion of some of your favorite Hollywood movies with the extraordinary IMAX visual clarity and sound quality. IMAX takes you on journeys to fantastic worlds in films such as The Polar Express: An IMAX 3D Experience, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: The IMAX Experience and The Matrix Revolutions: The IMAX Experience. Check out the Films/Coming Soon section of this site regularly to learn about upcoming IMAX releases of Hollywood films.
Climb the daunting heights of Everest. Experience the weightlessness of space. Dive into the undersea world of the most fearsome great white sharks. Slam-dunk with Michael Jordan. Travel into exciting sci/fi worlds. Take a look at the Films/Now Playing section of this site to see the exciting film titles available to IMAX theatres around the world.
Only IMAX lets you feel like you're really there.
More than 700 million people around the world have been spellbound by the force and beauty of The IMAX Experience. Technically advanced and visually stunning, The IMAX Experience is the world's most powerful and immersive movie experience.

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 05, 2007, 04:14:42 PM
walk2web
An interesting way to explore the web visually by walking through sites and their links.
Surfing for Impressions:
http://walk2web.com/
type in avast.com and see example ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 06, 2007, 11:33:55 AM
from 1936 :o
how many of you remember this ;D
click on to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 06, 2007, 02:49:03 PM
It isn't 1936.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on May 06, 2007, 03:18:37 PM
Bob is correct this is likely to be 1956 not 1936.
Since this is about the Bizmac computer (not an apple mac ;D)
http://www.cedmagic.com/history/rca-bizmac-computer.html (http://www.cedmagic.com/history/rca-bizmac-computer.html)
http://www.computermuseum.li/Testpage/RCA-Bizmac-1951.htm (http://www.computermuseum.li/Testpage/RCA-Bizmac-1951.htm).

I don't remember it either ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 06, 2007, 04:06:42 PM
i need glasses ::)
http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2006/12/06/computer-with-memory-speeds-inventory/
1956 dan not 1936 :P :-[
i was 7 years old :)
click on pic to supersize ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2007, 03:16:31 PM
CAN YOU DO THIS?

 

fi yuo cna raed tihs, yuo hvae a sgtrane mnid, too.
Cna yuo raed tihs? Olny 55 plepoe tuo fo 100 anc.

i cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt! if you can raed tihs forwrad it.

 If you can read this, your brain is 50% faster than those who can't

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on May 07, 2007, 06:19:24 PM
Looks like my typing before spellchecker gets to work!

Actually, English spelling bears so little relation to pronunciation the brain processes words as a whole rather than trying to decode individual letters- first and last letter, and the approximate assortment of correct letters per word is enough to read.

Which makes it a whole lot harder for children to learn English than a phonetic language.

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2007, 01:53:14 AM
Turn Vista's Aero on or off at will.
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Vista/TurnVistasAeroOnOrOff.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on May 08, 2007, 05:56:17 AM
***

CAN YOU DO THIS?

 

fi yuo cna raed tihs, yuo hvae a sgtrane mnid, too.
Cna yuo raed tihs? Olny 55 plepoe tuo fo 100 anc.

i cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt! if you can raed tihs forwrad it.

 If you can read this, your brain is 50% faster than those who can't




I had very little trouble reading that. Perhaps it is because I am a "typo king."    ;D

Also, I can read very well backwards with full understanding of what I am reading.    ;)


***
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 09, 2007, 12:39:19 AM
Network Software Inspector - BETA
 (http://secunia.com/Network_software_inspector/)
Discovering vulnerabilities within your internal network infrastructure has never been easier!
Highlights of the Network Software Inspector (NSI) BETA application:
*    Standalone executable application, less than 1 MB of download, no installation required
*    Provides all the same benefits that the Online Software Inspector does + much more
*    Detects and Inspects more than 4,000 applications (In comparison; The Online Software Inspector covers less than 30 applications)
*    Detects products that have reached End-of-Life support from the vendors
*    Intelligent rules for Inspecting remote hosts in seconds
*    Much more accurate than traditional vulnerability scanners - and without all the downsides (high network usage, system crashes, false positives, etc.)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 09, 2007, 01:16:04 PM
i need help please :D polonus,bob3160,tech,davidr,tednelly,etc.........
Money
It can buy you a House,
But not a Home.

It can buy you a Bed,
But not Sleep.

It can buy you a Clock,
But not Time.

It can buy you a Book,
But not Knowledge.

It can buy you a Position,
But not Respect.

It can buy you Medicine,
But not Health.

It can buy you Blood,
But not Life.

It can buy you Sex,
But not Love.

So you see, money isn't everything. The best things in life can't be bought, and often we destroy ourselves trying!

I tell you all this because I am your Friend, and as your Friend I want to take away your needless pain and suffering...

So send me all your money and I will suffer for you.

A truer Friend than me you will never find.

CASH ONLY, PLEASE ;D :D


click on pics to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on May 09, 2007, 01:52:26 PM
Money = Bread

Life is like a giant Dirt Sandwich.
The more Bread you have the less Dirt you eat.

Enjoy.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 10, 2007, 02:40:03 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Silverlight01.png)

Microsoft's Silverlight in action (http://zdnet.com.com/1606-2-6180335.html?tag=nl.e550)

The Silverlight Website (http://silverlight.net/)
Download it here (http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=89241&clcid=0x409)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 10, 2007, 10:43:14 AM
Feast your eyes on this!
It's Meat Cake!
Yummy ::)
http://www.blackwidowbakery.com/demo/meatcake/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 10, 2007, 09:57:19 PM
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WazA77xcf0A
Microsoft's oPhone explained ;D
Microsoft's crazy design for a new mobile phone, one that is sure to knock Apple's iPhone out of the water.
is it for real or not-you be the judge ::) :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 11, 2007, 02:28:52 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/ToneThis.png)
http://www.tonethis.com/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 11, 2007, 10:33:14 PM
IE7 vs Firefox 2.0 vs Opera 9.20
http://news.softpedia.com/news/IE7-vs-Firefox-2-0-vs-Opera-9-20-54537.shtml
interesting read :o
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 13, 2007, 04:55:57 PM
What do i want on my salad-ranch or thousand island dressing ;D
Another frog (toad) was found in a bag of salad. A UK woman found the rare natterjack toad hopping around in the bag as she was putting it into her refrigerator after a shopping trip.
Read the story  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=454218&in_page_id=1770
store near you davidr ??? ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 13, 2007, 05:04:05 PM
http://www.sputtr.com/
Sputtr is a refreshingly clean way to search the things that matter the most. You can save valuable time by having all the right searches on just one page.
Sputtr is simple, it's fast, it's a collection of all your favorite search engines all on just one page, and it's pretty
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: bob3160 on May 13, 2007, 05:22:24 PM
Nice find.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: DavidR on May 13, 2007, 05:23:09 PM
What do i want on my salad-ranch or thousand island dressing ;D
Another frog (toad) was found in a bag of salad. A UK woman found the rare natterjack toad hopping around in the bag as she was putting it into her refrigerator after a shopping trip.

Well we eat Toad in the Hole (Sausages {the toad) in a Pudding mix {the hole}) in the UK, so I don't see any problem with Toad in the Salad ;D ;D

Sainsbury's really make a big deal about their quality products and you pay a premium price too, so I guess they put a little extra into their products ;D I tend to use Tesco's better value for money and no Toads so far.
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: CharleyO on May 14, 2007, 06:33:25 AM
***

http://www.sputtr.com/
Sputtr is a refreshingly clean way to search the things that matter the most. You can save valuable time by having all the right searches on just one page.
Sputtr is simple, it's fast, it's a collection of all your favorite search engines all on just one page, and it's pretty

Yep ... very nice find, drhayden!    :)


***
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 14, 2007, 10:41:02 PM
Computer Stealth Switch
The world's first desktop cloaking device: StealthSwitch.
StealthSwitch is a microprocessor based computer privacy device. StealthSwitch uses patent pending technology to instantly and completely hide applications with a press of the footswitch. The applications are not just minimizedthey are made completely invisible. No more minimizing applications, turning off the monitor, or re-booting when someone enters your office or cubicle.
With a simple click of the foot switch, you can instantly hide the current window, hide all open windows, or hide all open windows except certain windows. And the best part - because the StealthSwitch is under your desk, no one will notice. When they leave your office, simply click the foot switch again and your programs are back just the way they were. StealthSwitch can also mute the sound, hide the taskbar, hide all desktop icons, and password protect the restore function all at the same time.
$29.95.

http://www.stealthswitch.com/index.asp

what you need at work polonus ::)

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on May 14, 2007, 10:57:31 PM
Hi drhayden,

The Stealth Switch will be welcome, because going stealth to-day is almost impossible. I read some comment from a hacker. who is now writing his own protocol so his packets go unnoticed, and he can completely change over his MAC. Yes. my friend, it can be done by the UeberGeek.
But stealth is also the Mozilla Firefox Insecure Element Stealth Inhection Vulnerability.
Try it out code with js to create an iframe object to bypass any phishing protection of FF (that is why I use the Netcraft toolbar):
Code: [Select]
<object type="text/htlm"classid= "(phishing evil site)" data="(phishing evil site)"></object>"
polonus
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 14, 2007, 11:34:50 PM
thanks for the info polonus....
and what is that cow eating ???
my brother came in town today and we went to the best and probably the most famous bar-b-q place along...
you name the person from captain kirk to bobby knight to jeff gordon-they've been there :P
had the buffet-am i FULL :o
http://www.moonlite.com/
click on bottom one to animate ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: polonus on May 14, 2007, 11:38:50 PM
Hi Dan,

We should not be exchanging all these animated animal gifs. It is dangerous. Click on the gif to see a new phenomenon, animagnetism.. After posting a particular series of animated gifs you are prone to this weird behaviour! Click to see the symptoms...

Damian
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 14, 2007, 11:51:10 PM
and it's becoming tooooo off-topic :P
click on pic ::)
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 16, 2007, 10:09:43 AM
MP3 Bath Player
For $229: JVC XA-AW33 Bath MP3 Player.
The world's first water proof MP3 player designed specifically for bathing using. Featuring a floating design that's completely water proof. Using just 4 AAA batteries and get up to 15 hours of playback time with 256MB of your favorite songs on MP3, WMA, and WMA-DRM files. This item is a special edition item directly from JVC Japan with very limited quantity available.
http://www.audiocubes.com/category/Life+Style_Home+and+Style_Bathroom+Electronics/product/JVC_XA-AW33_Bath_MP3_Player.html
take mine in blue ::)
click on bottom one to enlarge ::)
didn't know avast!had their own airlines ???

Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 16, 2007, 07:24:17 PM
This is the ultimate geo-photo fun! And it's hypnotic to watch!
An interactive worldwide map that displays photos that are freshly uploaded.
A really cool addition to the land of Flickr!
Flickrvision - Mouseover Images to Enlarge.
http://flickrvision.com/
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 18, 2007, 12:47:48 AM
A beautiful polar clock.
http://blog.pixelbreaker.com/upload/polarclockv2/polarclock.html
Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 18, 2007, 01:03:47 PM
How Addicted To Coffee Are You?
Do you enjoy the occasional mocha or do you dive head first into a pot of drip every single morning? I like my coffee very much. Doesn't matter what brand or type or what time of the day. I never considered myself addicted to coffee but it seems I was wrong. I am addicted.
http://mingle2.com/bb/view/how-addicted-to-coffee-are-you

7 Good Reasons To Drink Coffee
http://www.energyfiend.com/2007/04/7-good-reasons-to-drink-coffee

not decaf(unleaded)gotta be regular(premium,high octane) :P :o


Title: Re: Interesting
Post by: drhayden1 on May 18, 2007, 02:10:46 PM
to start press "any key" ;D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBsGFAXw6d4
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 21, 2007, 10:43:10 PM
Stop hidden malware....
Even though there might not be any spyware on your computer, hackers can still exploit your data streams. Tom Merrit explains how to stop them.
checked both of my computers and they are ADS free :)
http://www.cnettv.com/9710-1_53-27626.html?tag=bubble
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on May 22, 2007, 12:15:26 AM
Hi drhayden1,

Thanks for the heads up on this. I have followed the instructions, no ads malware on my box.
That is nice. But these cats are holding me ransom, well at least so much for your invoking....

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 23, 2007, 08:48:02 PM
review of the defrag i use and it's free and anything is better than the windows defrag slow program ::)
http://www.softpedia.com/reviews/windows/Auslogics-Disk-Defrag-Review-55346.shtml
http://www.auslogics.com/disk-defrag/index.php
..note to avatar2005-these two links are safe.. ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 23, 2007, 11:29:46 PM
Whilst I have never used this Ausie logic defrag tool but anyone considering it should first try this Power Defragmenter by one of our own forum members, RejZoR that GUI in combination with contig

Power Defragmenter - RejZoRs - eXcessive-software.eu.tt Site (http://www.excessive-software.eu.tt/) I think it is blisteringly fast.

Since you posted a softpedia link, here is one for Power Defragmenter, http://www.softpedia.com/reviews/windows/Power-Defragmenter-Review-25891.shtml (http://www.softpedia.com/reviews/windows/Power-Defragmenter-Review-25891.shtml)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on June 03, 2007, 08:21:58 PM
Your Online Data Storage (http://www.crawler.com/products/storage.aspx)

Safely store your images, documents, music, and other files online just like on your own computer. Access your Crawler.com Storage (http://www.crawler.com/products/storage.aspx) wherever you go. Synchronize your online Storage with a designated folder on your computer.

It's Convenient and Easy to Use.
Get 5GB* of free storage
Safely store your data online
Access your data anywhere you go
Quickly attach files to your email messages

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 06, 2007, 07:28:47 PM
Worth a second look:
This may solve some of the network and wifi connection problems if read about
in this forum lately.

Network Magic (http://www.networkmagic.com/)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/NMsmall.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/NMlarge.png)
Click for enlarged image.

Like it or not, running a home network turns you into a network administrator. If something needs troubleshooting or setup,
you have to take care of it.

Enter Network Magic (http://www.networkmagic.com/). This excellent network utility assists you with many common--and uncommon--network chores.
Wizards walk you through tasks such as adding a new device to the network, fixing a broken network connection,
sharing a printer or folder, and setting up wireless protection and encryption.

The software digs far deeper than you might imagine. For example, it scrutinizes every PC connected to your network
and reports on the state of its security--such as whether automatic updates are available. It draws a map of your network
and all of the devices on it, and provides detailed looks at each device. It reports on your network activity, too,
including details about when devices connect. You also get a bandwidth tester for measuring your current Internet broadband speed.

Network Magic (http://www.networkmagic.com/) is available in both free and for-pay versions. The free version includes most of the features you'll need,
such as repairing broken connections, issuing security alerts, and monitoring network activity. The paid version,
which costs between $24 and $40 (depending on the number of PCs on your network), delivers daily reports of Internet activity,
supports remote access to your network's files, and includes other advanced features.
(I use the pro version but, the FREE version does an excellent job.)

As is the case with most network utilities, you'll have to instruct your firewall to permit the program to connect to the Internet so that it can work.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on June 08, 2007, 12:00:50 AM
I don't know if anyone has posted about this 2 great free programs(or should i say drivers) but i found them quite usefull:

This one alows you to read/write to your Linux partitions(ext2,ext3) in ms windows. Reiser file system isn't supported though !
Ext2 Installable File System For Windows (http://www.fs-driver.org/)

This one allows you to read/write to your NTFS partitions in Linux:
NTFS-3G driver (http://swik.net/ntfs3g)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on June 13, 2007, 10:39:23 PM
Hi Miha,

The editor for coders can be found here: http://code-browser.sourceforge.net/index.html
Nice program. Have it on a usb stick.

Enjoy,

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 14, 2007, 12:11:10 AM
Faves
A site called All My Faves.
http://www.allmyfaves.com/
Why search? Our team of experts did the search for you! We have searched the web and provided you with a visual directory that includes the best sites in each category!

We know we don't have everything, but we are trying hard to get you the most of what you need, in a unique and innovative way.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on June 14, 2007, 08:54:45 PM
***

Nice link, Dan ... thanks!    :)

That site makes it easier to find things of interest to just about everyone.    :)


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 14, 2007, 10:43:47 PM
glad you like it CharleyO ;)
MyYahoo updates with POP Mail and Gmail modules
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2007/06/14/myyahoo-updates-with-pop-mail-and-gmail-modules/
click on to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2007, 04:53:47 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Iconix.png)

Iconix eMail ID 3.35.1 (http://www.iconix.com/learnmore.php) - Freeware
 
Stop trying to figure out which email messages might be phishing or spam.
See what's real before you even open the message.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 15, 2007, 10:03:30 AM
thanks bob..will give it a try-it only works on the below for the time being ;)
Yahoo! Mail Beta
Internet Explorer 6.0 
Internet Explorer 7.0 
Mozilla Firefox 1.5 
Mozilla Firefox 2.0 
Maxthon 
Outlook Express

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2007, 02:23:09 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Iconix.png)

Iconix eMail ID 3.35.1 (http://www.iconix.com/learnmore.php) - Freeware
 
Stop trying to figure out which email messages might be phishing or spam.
See what's real before you even open the message.
This is just one FreeWare item featured in my Weekly collection of
FreeWare Collected From The WorldWideWeb
You'll find the rest of the collection at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/FreeWareCollectedFromTheWWW (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/FreeWareCollectedFromTheWWW)


Sorry Dan but I use Mailwasher Pro to prescreen my email and haven't checked this out
for online email.  :-[
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 15, 2007, 03:40:14 PM
its work only on ie(not clones)except maxathon and firefox and outlook express at the moment
just talked to their real nice tech support and opera and thunderbird and avast and a few others are in the works to work also with it.
and its working on mine i forgot to mention ;D
thanks bob :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 16, 2007, 12:45:38 PM
Peak Oil Clock :o have to fill the tank today
http://www.peakoilclock.com/images/poc2.swf
click on bottom pic to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 16, 2007, 01:29:07 PM
DO NOT INSTALL ICONIX LOOK AT ATTACHMENT :(
CLICK TO ENLARGE ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 16, 2007, 02:24:22 PM
And what made HijackThis the authority?
Not to long ago, it considered avast! a possible thread.
There is no perfect program for detecting threats.
There is always the main man......    YOU  who makes the final decision.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 16, 2007, 04:55:58 PM
just don't like anything on my system like that bob that indicates something like that :o
like you always tell me in our chat's always rather be safe than sorry ::)
and i really don't need it since i have siteadvisor,finjan,and other security in my firefox browser :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 16, 2007, 10:29:12 PM
Dan,
HJT isn't infallible. There isn't anything wrong with the program.
Remember, each program that scans for errors or security issues still requires
the personal touch... YOU.
Here's an example:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/HJT.png)

Quote
i really don't need it since i have siteadvisor,
The functions of this program have nothing to do with the functions of SiteAdvisor.

As I've told you many times, "It's your computer and you make the final decision what you
want running on it."
However, the fact that HJT doesn't recognize this program doesn't mean that there is anything wrong with it.  :)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 16, 2007, 10:42:06 PM
i know that bob and as i am chatting with you now i still appreciate all the help you have given me...
i think i have enough protection on my system and i might think that the program is bad seeing the hijackthis as it was and freaked out :o on it saying NASTY but i might try it later on down the road when the software as it is brand new at this time is being improved and see some positive reviews of it ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on June 17, 2007, 12:07:02 AM
Bob, do you know more about Iconix?
I've installed but now I'm concerned about that...
Does it really worth?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 17, 2007, 12:36:41 AM
Dan,
HJT isn't infallible. There isn't anything wrong with the program.
Remember, each program that scans for errors or security issues still requires
the personal touch... YOU.
Here's an example:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/HJT.png)

Quote
i really don't need it since i have siteadvisor,
The functions of this program have nothing to do with the functions of SiteAdvisor.

As I've told you many times, "It's your computer and you make the final decision what you
want running on it."
However, the fact that HJT doesn't recognize this program doesn't mean that there is anything wrong with it.  :)

In your example it is a known fault with 1.99.1 which wasn't there before version 1,.99.1 and isn't there after it, as in with HJT 2.0.

Quote
O23 - Service: avast! iAVS4 Control Service (aswUpdSv) - ALWIL Software - D:\Program Files\Alwil Software\Avast4\aswUpdSv.exe
O23 - Service: avast! Antivirus - ALWIL Software - D:\Program Files\Alwil Software\Avast4\ashServ.exe
O23 - Service: avast! Mail Scanner - ALWIL Software - D:\Program Files\Alwil Software\Avast4\ashMaiSv.exe
O23 - Service: avast! Web Scanner - ALWIL Software - D:\Program Files\Alwil Software\Avast4\ashWebSv.exe

It isn't a case of HJT not recognising the program, but detecting it as nasty an entirely different ballgame. Perhaps someone should take this up on the hijackthis.de forum (http://forum.hijackthis.de/index.php?langid=4 (http://forum.hijackthis.de/index.php?langid=4)).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 17, 2007, 02:32:59 PM
Quote
It isn't a case of HJT not recognising the program, but detecting it as nasty an entirely different ballgame. Perhaps someone should take this up on the hijackthis.de forum (http://forum.hijackthis.de/index.php?langid=4).

http://forum.hijackthis.de/showthread.php?p=139485#post139485 (http://forum.hijackthis.de/showthread.php?p=139485#post139485)

I'll report on any definitive answers received from the above post.

I also call Iconix at their listed 800 number but this number apparently isn't manned by competent
support support personnel.  I was told that my concerns would be passed on. ( Maybe ??? )
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on June 17, 2007, 03:05:16 PM
Quote from: bob3160 link=topic=19387.msg236321#msg236321 [url=http://forum.hijackthis.de/showthread.php?p=139485#post139485
http://forum.hijackthis.de/showthread.php?p=139485#post139485[/url]
I'll report on any definitive answers received from the above post.
Thanks Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 17, 2007, 03:25:17 PM
Thanks Bob, now we will get an idea of the support of Iconix and more importantly hijackthis.de over the analysis.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 18, 2007, 01:18:41 PM
and i called iconix support also bob and they said their tech support would email me(whenever) ??? and i would send them an attachment of my hijackthis log and they would investigate the matter ??? ::)
(http://i15.tinypic.com/5ybu0y9.gif)watch this to laugh ;D around a minute long or so....
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 18, 2007, 01:20:49 PM
http://fc01.deviantart.com/fs13/f/2007/077/2/e/Animator_vs__Animation_by_alanbecker.swf
another funny one to watch ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on June 18, 2007, 09:12:53 PM
Hi folks,

Here you find a nice button maker. So get your buttons here:

http://www.kalsey.com/tools/buttonmaker/

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 19, 2007, 11:41:38 AM
Export Your Firefox Bookmarks....
Firefox is a great browser 'n all, but if you've been looking for a way to create a manual backup of your bookmarks or - *gasp* - try a different browser on for size, exporting your 'marks might not be the most obvious of processes. You can go up to the File menu to import bookmarks, but Export is nowhere to be seen... unless you open the Bookmarks Manager from the Bookmarks menu. That manager is where the File > Export command lives (Mac users: simply make sure that Manager window is front-most when checking the File menu), allowing you to save your bookmarks for backing up, sharing or porting to another browser.
Click on pic to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 19, 2007, 11:46:19 AM
Cure your Internet ADD----Have you got a bad case of Internet ADD? You sit in front of your computer and have trouble getting work done for all the distractions that come with online life; IMs, tons of tabs, new email, Twitter and Facebook dragging down your productivity? You're not alone.
ZenHabits lays out 8 awesome strategies to reduce your Internet ADD and start getting things done. By setting a few rules for yourself and sticking to them -- such as no Twitter at work, setting an "offline hour", keeping a browsing schedule and installing the Page Addict Firefox extension -- you can take back some of that productive time that your online life took away. http://zenhabits.net/2007/06/8-practical-tips-to-cure-your-internet-add-attention-deficit-disorder/
Sound good? You may also want to check out our 5 rules for keeping an empty inbox.
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2006/11/15/five-simple-rules-for-keeping-an-empty-inbox/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 19, 2007, 04:01:18 PM
DO NOT INSTALL ICONIX LOOK AT ATTACHMENT :(
CLICK TO ENLARGE ::)

As already mentioned, the problem isn't with the program itself but with a
false positive in HijackThis.
The problem has been resolved and it is now listed as a SAFE item.
You'll find this correction at the following link on the HJT Forum:
http://www.hijackthis-forum.de/showthread.php?p=139485#post139485 (http://www.hijackthis-forum.de/showthread.php?p=139485#post139485)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 19, 2007, 04:32:00 PM
thanks bob for that info and nice statement what he has in his signature-it's in german which is my second language it says- With the computer, one found a solution, for which one seeks now the problems....
will give iconix a try again 8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 19, 2007, 04:41:23 PM
Quote
will give iconix a try again
Iconix hasn't changed and never had a problem.

It's nice to see that HJT made a quick fix to their detection and has marked it
as a SAFE program.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on June 20, 2007, 02:18:49 PM
Hi malware fighters,

Nice online site for those into JavaScript:
http://www.webtoolkit.info/

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 20, 2007, 08:15:06 PM
another know of this..just saw it for the first time ??? ::)
http://www.mwti.net/products/mwav/mwav.asp
MWAV 9.x is now compatible with Microsoft Windows Vista & 64-bit OS.
MWAV provides you with a FREE utility to enable you to scan for any virus, spyware, adware or any other malware from your computer. MWAV requires no installation and can be run directly from any where on your computer or from a CD ROM.++++It can also be run even if you have any other antivirus software installed on your computer+++


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2007, 06:17:31 AM
There's only one problem:
To fix anything it finds, you'll need to purchase the Pro version..... :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2007, 06:47:18 AM
Windows Vista Demos (http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/demos.mspx)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sputnik365 on June 21, 2007, 08:11:32 AM
There's only one problem:
To fix anything it finds, you'll need to purchase the Pro version..... :'(


bet it finds a lot
http://www.castlecops.com/r359-MWAV.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2007, 07:15:23 PM
Leopard 9A466 Gallery (http://www.thinksecret.com/archives/leopard9a466/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 25, 2007, 01:32:06 PM
Is there Insecurity within Security ?
This effects both Firefox and other Gecko based browsers and Debian-Based users
http://www.lockergnome.com/nexus/it/2007/06/22/firefox-extensions-ripe-for-exploitation/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 10, 2007, 04:16:18 PM
First Screen shots from Internet Explorer 8 - Leaked - Fakes?
http://news.softpedia.com/news/First-Screenshots-from-Internet-Explorer-8-Leaked-59120.shtml (http://news.softpedia.com/news/First-Screenshots-from-Internet-Explorer-8-Leaked-59120.shtml)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 10, 2007, 05:37:10 PM
The old no bus for an hour and along come three together seems apt with MS, years between IE6 and the release of IE7 now before the ink is dry they are touting IE8 makes you wonder what they are up to. I still haven't converted to IE7 at this rate I may miss it out and wait for the IE8 bus to arrive ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 11, 2007, 09:07:10 PM
What's New with OpenDNS?
==============================================================
OpenDNS celebrates first year!
Are you using OpenDNS to its full potential? Over the last couple
months we've been busy delivering features that let you better manage
and control your Internet experience. If you're not yet up to speed,
here's a quick overview:

 * Domain Blocking -- Many of you asked for a simple way to block a
  single domain on your network. With OpenDNS, now you can. You might
  have complex firewalls and other gear but they don't easily do the
  simple task of blocking myspace.com. We're glad to offer this
  service, and thousands of you have taken advantage of it. Oh yeah,
  it's free.

  More at: http://www.opendns.com/
 * Adult Site Blocking -- If there was one complaint we got about domain
  blocking it was that we didn't offer a list of adult sites to block.
  Good news - now we do. We teamed up with our friends at St. Bernard
  Software to provide an accurate and easy way to block adult sites on
  your network. Oh yeah, it's free too.

  More at: http://www.opendns.com/start/features/adult/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 12, 2007, 03:36:57 AM
Bob, OpenDNS made my browsing slower... maybe problem on resolving DNS names fast...
For Adult Site Blocking, consider www.k9webprotection.com 8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 12, 2007, 04:48:50 AM
I have seen no impact in using the OpenDNS as my dns server. I also use DNS caching in my firewall for the last 200 records, that saves the IPs so you aren't constantly accessing the OpenDNS server/s.

The adult site blocking is an option not compulsory.
Quote
Adult site blocking is an optional network feature, which goes into effect only if you enable it for your network.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 12, 2007, 04:17:13 PM
Sorry Tech I don't know why your slower using DNS,
I'm not experiencing any delays at all.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 12, 2007, 04:18:47 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/l8r.png)
http://www.l8r.nu/ (http://www.l8r.nu/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 15, 2007, 03:55:53 AM
Intel, and the `$100 Laptop' Project Make Peace (http://news.wired.com/dynamic/stories/H/HUNDRED_DOLLAR_LAPTOP_INTEL?SITE=WIRE&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT)
In recent weeks, Negroponte and Intel CEO Paul Otellini began peace talks, culminating in a face-to-face meeting.
Thursday at Intel headquarters in Santa Clara, Calif. And on Friday, the two sides said they had joined forces:
Intel will join One Laptop Per Child's board and contribute money and technical expertise to the project.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 19, 2007, 02:42:12 PM
Make Firefox Look like Internet Explorer
Why would you want to do this? Because it's a clever way to wean change-resistant users away from IE.
http://johnhaller.com/jh/mozilla/firefox_internet_explorer/ (http://johnhaller.com/jh/mozilla/firefox_internet_explorer/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 19, 2007, 08:25:18 PM
Amidst unconfirmed rumors that anonymous hackers have created a worm that exploits an unpatched code execution flaw in Mac OS X (Intel),
a team of researchers have come up with a way to completely disable a buggy portion of the Mac code base.
Read the full story here (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=388&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 24, 2007, 02:45:32 PM
DRM Cracked Again - Now We All Will Be Punished (http://www.lockergnome.com/nexus/blade/2007/07/18/drm-cracked-again-now-we-all-will-be-punished/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 30, 2007, 01:54:50 PM
Download Silverlight 1.0 Release Candidate

Silverlight is a cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering the next generation of media experiences
and rich interactive applications (RIAs) for the Web.
The Silverlight 1.0 Release Candidate will auto-update to the final release.
http://www.microsoft.com/silverlight/downloads.aspx (http://www.microsoft.com/silverlight/downloads.aspx)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 01, 2007, 06:05:37 PM
McAfee's A/V software runs amok on Vista
Every 4 minutes and 10 seconds, McAfee's anti-virus software sends a splash screen across the Vista UI
and leaves a new "M" in the tray of Windows Vista.
READ FULL STORY (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=39457027-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: TedNelly on August 01, 2007, 06:21:31 PM
(http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/1267/amty0.jpg) Bet McAfee aren't ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 10, 2007, 02:50:18 PM
Sony Recalls Continue to Mount
Sony electronics is recalling close to 400,000 Cyber-Shot cameras worldwide due to a dangerous defect.
The specific models in question are the Cyber-Shot DSC-T5, with serial numbers between 3500001 and 3574100.
The full story is available here (http://www.infopackets.com/channels/en/windows/gazette/2007/20070810_sony_recalls_continue_to_mount.htm).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on August 10, 2007, 03:05:56 PM
I haven't bought a single Sony product since the Sony Rootkit fiasco I vowed not to buy anything Sony again. Having just bought a new digital camera recently, I did like the spec of some of the Cyber-Shot cameras but ruled them out because they were Sony.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on August 19, 2007, 10:34:48 PM
here bob ;D
(http://i14.tinypic.com/6fsl261.jpg)
http://www.glarysoft.com/au.html it's FREE 8)
One of the best things about the Revo Uninstaller-it removes the junk leftover by programs after uninstallation. It does a quick scan of your computer before and after you install the program to make sure the uninstaller took care of everything. Aside from that it also had several other features for managing your computer.
The other day I found another free app (for Windows 98 and up) that is similar in nature: Absolute Uninstaller. It’s goal is to remove software from your computer much like the classic Windows Add/Remove programs, but it goes a step further. It will check to make sure that the uninstaller takes care of everything that was in the uninstall log, and Absolute Uninstaller will delete the things that are left behind.
Here are some of the things that Absolute Uninstaller can do:
Detects and removes leftover files from the uninstaller
Remove programs in bulk by checking the box next to multiple items. Unfortunately it will still require input from you so you can’t walk away.
One-click removal of any entry
Points out which applications were recently installed
Show installed applications by name or by install date
And yes, this is completely free. In fact this is the first version of Absolute Uninstaller that doesn’t cost a dime. Previously you had to pay $29.95 to get this program, but now you only have to pay if you want to get their entire suite of utilities.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on August 22, 2007, 12:08:02 PM
very good-love to listen to music-and it's FREE ;D
RaimaRadio enables you to listen to thousands of free internet radio stations from around the world. You can easily record one or more stations simultaneously and save the recording as individual MP3 files. You can schedule radio stations to automatically play during certain times, and also choose to automatically record them. Other features include album cover display, support for WinAmp plug-ins, station search, favorite station list, random play and more. RaimaRadio also offers a song/artist watch list that can automatically record specific titles when they are played.
http://www.raimasoftware.com/

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on August 22, 2007, 06:29:12 PM
Firefox Campus Edition Launches
http://mashable.com/2007/08/21/firefox-campus-edition/
http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/add-ons/campus/

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2007, 06:09:25 PM
NJ teen unlocks iPhone from AT&T network (http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D8R7H9P80.htm)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on August 27, 2007, 06:11:42 PM
Quote
There is apparently no U.S. law against unlocking cell phones
and no crime done ::)
similar news-kids are all doing the good stuff :o
Australian teenager cracks $84-million Internet porn filter in 30 minutes
http://www.hackinthebox.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=24270

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: TedNelly on August 27, 2007, 06:38:45 PM
Quote
There is apparently no U.S. law against unlocking cell phones
and no crime done ::)
similar news-kids are all doing the good stuff :o
Australian teenager cracks $84-million Internet porn filter in 30 minutes
http://www.hackinthebox.org/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=24270

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Wait until I catch up with that son of mine?? I want him to show me how it works while Moms not around  ;D  Just kidding!! ;) ;D

Typical Aussie Government Spend 84 Million on a waste of money and supply a Crap Broadband Service. Their next plan is to breed  Ultra Speedy Carrier Pigeons.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on August 27, 2007, 07:02:58 PM
Quote
Their next plan is to breed  Ultra Speedy Carrier Pigeons.
your new job will be to clean up the mess ;D

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 29, 2007, 10:31:32 PM
Vista SP1 beta due in two weeks (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=681)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2007, 12:05:40 AM
Microsoft shuts down popular third-party Windows update app

AutoPatcher is no more after Microsoft sends cease-and-desist

August 29, 2007 (Computerworld) -- Microsoft forced a popular alternative to Windows Update off the Internet today, sending the maker of AutoPatcher cease-and-desist e-mail. The free utility has been removed from its download site.

Microsoft did not give a reason for the move, which came more than four years after AutoPatcher debuted.
Microsoft did not respond to a request for comment.
Full story available here (http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&taxonomyName=internet_business&articleId=9033614&taxonomyId=71&intsrc=kc_top).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2007, 05:22:17 PM
http://mail.google.com/mvideo (http://mail.google.com/mvideo)
A compilation of clips submitted by Gmail fans as part of our collaborative video project.
Selected from over 1,100 clips from fans in more than 65 countries.
Learn more at http://mail.google.com/mvideo

Or watch it at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKAInP_tmHk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKAInP_tmHk)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2007, 10:23:26 PM
When Vista SP1 lands in the first quarter of 2008 are we really getting what Vista should have been at launch? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=6070)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2007, 10:24:03 PM

Sorry posted twice.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on September 11, 2007, 02:35:02 PM
DeskFlag was created after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and is dedicated to the memory of the victims. We hope that in some small way, using this program helps people demonstrate their condemnation of this senseless act.
http://www.deskflag.com/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 11, 2007, 11:49:32 PM
Windows XP Service Pack 3 (http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-XP-Service-Pack-3-Leaked-Details-57825.shtml)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 17, 2007, 03:27:15 PM
15 Undocumented Firefox Tips (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,136862-page,1-c,mozilla/article.html)

You'll find a condensed version of this interesting article at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/browsers/15FirefoxTips.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 20, 2007, 09:33:01 PM
Microsoft updates Windows without users' consent (http://windowssecrets.com/2007/09/13/01-Microsoft-updates-Windows-without-users-consent)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on September 20, 2007, 10:09:00 PM
Microsoft updates Windows without users' consent (http://windowssecrets.com/2007/09/13/01-Microsoft-updates-Windows-without-users-consent)
Can't believe  :( >:( :(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on September 20, 2007, 10:54:33 PM
I can't this isn't the first time they have done this sort of thing, when you consider auto update slipping in a WGA update in as a critical update. Trustworthy computing, I think not.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2007, 02:33:16 AM
IBM Releases Office Desktop Software at No Charge to Foster Collaboration and Innovation (http://symphony.lotus.com/software/lotus/symphony/buzzentry.jspa?selectedCategoryID=5&threadID=2581&tstart=0)
NEW YORK, September 18, 2007 - IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced IBM Lotus Symphony, a suite of free software tools
for creating and sharing documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
Downloads available at:
https://www14.software.ibm.com/iwm/web/swerplotus/LotusSymphonyPick.html (https://www14.software.ibm.com/iwm/web/swerplotus/LotusSymphonyPick.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2007, 07:15:16 PM
Vista forces reboots (http://news.zdnet.com/2422-13568_22-157931.html)
Taking a closer look at Windows Vista

In a Technology Shakedown, ZDNet Executive Editor David Berlind discovers a reboot feature in Microsoft's Vista operating system
that he doesn't like. The feature forces users to reboot their PCs with only a short warning before it happens.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2007, 03:27:04 AM
Unisys probed for Homeland Security breach (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-6209631.html?tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 26, 2007, 01:51:54 PM
If you unlocked your iPhone you are about to be iScrewed (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=6371&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on September 26, 2007, 02:04:41 PM
Not sure someone already posted about this, since the news is 2 days old now, but anyway...

Microsoft begins beta testing Vista service pack


http://www.news.com/8301-10784_3-9783639-7.html?part=rss&tag=feed&subj=NewsBlog (http://www.news.com/8301-10784_3-9783639-7.html?part=rss&tag=feed&subj=NewsBlog)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 27, 2007, 03:45:43 AM
(http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/images/gmail.gif)
Hackers expose holes in Gmail, search appliance, etc. (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=539&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 27, 2007, 04:32:09 AM
(http://officeliveoffers.com/ebook/ebook.gif)

Click here to download the E-Book (http://officeliveoffers.com/ebook/MS2eBook.pdf)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: TedNelly on September 27, 2007, 08:50:35 AM
If you unlocked your iPhone you are about to be iScrewed (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=6371&tag=nl.e622)

iPhone....iScrewed......iFinancially painful to the hip pocket owch!! ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on September 27, 2007, 01:13:12 PM
It is already financially damaging to the hip pocket even before you even consider this. iPhone has just been released (or at least notified) in the UK and much the same it is only available from supplier (Carphone Warehouse) and with only one network.

The cost about £250 but here is the rub, Apple will get a percentage of the revenue from the calls during the longer contract term, this will no doubt be seen in higher than normal tarrifs/call charges. Thanks but no thanks.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YLAP on September 27, 2007, 01:17:14 PM
Microsoft updates Windows without users' consent (http://windowssecrets.com/2007/09/13/01-Microsoft-updates-Windows-without-users-consent)

Hey, it's against the user rights, I think so...  :o
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 27, 2007, 11:32:02 PM
Windows DreamScene released for Vista Ultimate users (http://windowsultimate.com/blogs/announcements/archive/2007/09/25/windows-dreamscene-released.aspx)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2007, 12:04:31 AM
Windows is giving out a free genuine converter for xp!
Microsoft is providing users with the means to turn their pirated copies of Windows into genuine products.
However, the offer is only available for Windows XP, and not for Windows Vista.
Users of pirated Windows are still Microsoft customers, in the company's perspective, although this might not always be the case.
However, the company has poured a consistent amount of efforts into initiatives designed to protect both customers and partners from the inherent problems
associated with counterfeit copies of the Windows operating system.
In this context, Microsoft has debuted a new licensing program designed to permit victims of software piracy to convert counterfeit Windows
into a genuine and properly licensed operating system. The Get Genuine Windows Agreement (GGWA) introduced on October 2, 2007,
comes to complement the Get Genuine Kit (GGK), which Microsoft has in place since mid 2006.
One shortcoming of the licensing program is the fact that it is limited to the enterprise environment, and is not available to end users.
An additional caveat is the fact that GGWA is limited to Windows XP. At this point in time,
Microsoft indicated no signs that it plans to make the licensing program available for Windows Vista.
"We are listening to our customers and partners about what they need in terms of programs to help resolve licensing issues.
With their feedback and the most recent technologies, we are actively developing licensing solutions such as GGK and GGWA that help customers
who have unknowingly purchased counterfeit software or whose Microsoft Windows licensing needs to be made right.
These programs provide businesses a simple way to acquire genuine Windows licenses of Windows XP software through their reseller and through volume licensing,
which is the same way they generally acquire other software applications," explained Cori Hartje, director of Microsoft’s Genuine Software Initiative.
Microsoft essentially makes it extremely easy for businesses to "turn themselves in" as Windows pirates. The company is offering corporate customers running
counterfeit versions of Windows the chance to acquire a perpetual license for Windows XP Professional. Business customers running at least five copies of pirated Windows
can opt to purchase legitimate licenses via Volume Licensing program from a reseller. The licensing process will enable corporate users to streamline the process
of transitioning from running illegal copies of Windows to complete legalization.
"The Get Genuine Kit (GGK) can only be acquired through our resellers. The Get Genuine Windows Agreement (GGWA) will enable distributors,
resellers, and LARs to expand their businesses by enabling them to sell scalable solutions through volume licensing. This enables them to address legalization requirements
within their customer’s existing environment. In addition, with GGWA they can offer customers our Software Assurance (SA) maintenance program within 90 days of the GGWA acquisition. Partners may also leverage software asset management (SAM) tools such as the Microsoft License Statement (MLS) and provide additional SAM consulting services",
Hartje added.
https://partner.microsoft.com/US/licensing/40032275
 (https://partner.microsoft.com/US/licensing/40032275)

The genuine xp's will have ads to support the cost, the initiative was actually planned for 3rd world countries where pirate xps are most common
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2007, 12:09:52 AM
Laptop Battery That Runs 30 Years
(http://i6.tinypic.com/521xp3p.jpg)
Your next laptop could have a continuous power battery that lasts for 30 years without a single recharge
thanks to work being funded by the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory. The breakthrough betavoltaic power cells
are constructed from semiconductors and use radioisotopes as the energy source.
As the radioactive material decays it emits beta particles that transform into electric power capable of fueling
an electrical device like a laptop for years.
Although betavoltaic batteries sound Nuclear they’re not, they’re neither use fission/fusion or chemical processes to produce energy
and so (do not produce any radioactive or hazardous waste).
If all goes well plans are for these cells to reach store shelves in about 2 to 3 years.
__________________
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2007, 12:15:19 AM
Indian government forcing cybercafés to install keyloggers (http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20070910-indian-government-forcing-cybercafes-to-install-keyloggers.html)

Since anti-terrorism is used as the excuse for this action, I wonder which government will be next to follow this practice?

What's your take on this ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 03, 2007, 01:24:23 AM
What's your take on this ?
In a public place? Why not? If people are advised of this practice.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: electronikk on October 04, 2007, 08:10:47 AM
Here is an provoking article from Computerworld:

Malware boom puts pressure on second-tier AV labs (http://computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9040779&intsrc=hm_list)

"Massive increase in infectants overwhelming the researchers"

I'd so much like to hear alwil's opinion on that.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: avatar2005 on October 04, 2007, 10:19:50 AM
Here is an provoking article from Computerworld:
Malware boom puts pressure on second-tier AV labs (http://computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9040779&intsrc=hm_list)
Hi!
This is a somekind of douleposting ;) The same theme is discusing here: http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=30782.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=30782.0)
Take care.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 04, 2007, 02:22:58 PM
A turn in the antispyware war? (http://news.zdnet.com/2010-1009_22-6211302.html?tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 04, 2007, 02:24:21 PM
Canada to criminalize identity theft (http://news.zdnet.com/2110-1009_22-6211409.html?tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 04, 2007, 10:17:46 PM
The five mystery Vista updates to be added to SP1 revealed (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=784&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 05, 2007, 02:41:44 AM
PC Decrapifier (http://www.pcdecrapifier.com/home)
For *NEW* XP & Vista machines ONLY
So, you're the proud owner of a new PC. You anxiously open the box, dumping out the contents, casting the instructions aside.
You feverishly push your old PC off the desk and get the new one set up. On the floor lies a pile of plastic wrap and twist ties.
Your brand spanking new PC boots up only to greet you with a plethora of pop up advertisements pestering you to pay for anti-virus software
or sign up for a music service. Your desktop is littered with website links for 'special offers.'
The system tray is already full of programs that continuously use your internet connection to make sure that you're 'up to date.'

"When did I ask for this?" you ask. Well, you didn't and that's where the PC Decrapifier comes in. The PC Decrapifier attempts to remove
all of the crap on your PC that you never asked for or wanted. To manually remove all of this stuff by hand can take at least an hour
(depending on the severity of the infestation.) The PC Decrapifier will detect the 'crap' on your system, you choose what to uninstall,
then sit back and let the PC Decrapifier work its magic.

All of this stuff is placed on your new PC because the big companies like Dell, HP and others sell advertising space on your PC
to put more money in their pockets at the expense of your time and frustration.
The PC Decrapifier is a program free for personal use to help the average computer user combat this problem.
It is also available for PC technicians at a small fee to use as a tool in their everyday business to save a tremendous amount of time.
It will not begin removing anything without prompting you first! You get to see the list of items it detects and then choose
what will be removed automatically.
The PC Decrapifier will uninstall many of the common trialware and annoyances found on many of the PCs from big name OEMs
Download the program now:
http://www.pcdecrapifier.com/files/PC-Decrapifier-1.8.2.exe (http://www.pcdecrapifier.com/files/PC-Decrapifier-1.8.2.exe)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2007, 02:52:32 AM
Whilst this is a great idea and tool, but beware if you ever have to do a reinstall, most only have a hidden partition and not a full OS OEM/Retail CD and using that partition sets everything back to how it left the factory, includonng the cr*pware.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 05, 2007, 02:55:56 AM
Whilst this is a great idea and tool, but beware if you ever have to do a reinstall, most only have a hidden partition and not a full OS OEM/Retail CD and using that partition sets everything back to how it left the factory, includonng the cr*pware.
One reason why once you've cleaned up the garbage, the next thing to do is to create an image of your
clean system.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2007, 03:02:31 AM
The problem being for most people they not only haven't got any disk imaging software, they wouldn't know to ask for it or what it was if it bit them in the a** ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 05, 2007, 03:19:59 AM
The genuine xp's will have ads to support the cost, the initiative was actually planned for 3rd world countries where pirate xps are most common
Pirated software is decreasing here, as the latest news and data from companies.
I've read that 80% of UK Windows copies are pirated... Is it true? For sure, not a 3rd world country...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on October 05, 2007, 03:27:32 AM
Yes, I've heard that too... for sure not a third World country... besides "third World" doesn't really exist, that's just ugly capitalism phrase.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 05, 2007, 04:15:37 AM
besides "third World" doesn't really exist, that's just ugly capitalism phrase.
Thanks for the comprehension Sasha 8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2007, 02:03:03 PM
The genuine xp's will have ads to support the cost, the initiative was actually planned for 3rd world countries where pirate xps are most common
Pirated software is decreasing here, as the latest news and data from companies.
I've read that 80% of UK Windows copies are pirated... Is it true? For sure, not a 3rd world country...

I strongly doubt it is anywhere close to 80% if it were then MS would be jumping up and down. I would also think that if MS brought the cost of their OS to realistic prices and also stopped charging way over the ODDs for their OS in the UK then that would probably go a long way to combating any Piracy.

People will look for the best price they can get and buy the product in good faith only to find later that they have purchased a pirate copy. Now once they find they have a pirated copy what should they do, they have already lost the money they paid for a non-wga copy. They will be wary of repeating the exercise and the reason for looking for a good price was they couldn't afford it then they will probably stick with what they have got and stop visiting windows update.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: se224141 on October 06, 2007, 09:10:40 PM
One reason why once you've cleaned up the garbage, the next thing to do is to create an image of your clean system.  :)

How can I create an image of the disk? Please suggest some freeware that does the job  nicely. My OS is Vista Home Premium.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 06, 2007, 09:34:46 PM
I haven't come across much in the way of good hard disk imaging software that is freeware (you could try a google search) and probably less when you talk of Vista compatibility.

Personally when I'm talking about a critical piece of software like disk imaging and the capability to recover from a catastrophe, I don't want to find that there are any errors or issues when you try to restore a back-up image. When you do get one you should test it by recovering a none essential partition, etc. before using it for the first time when the dark and sticky stuff hits the fan.

It is to a large degree a one of expenditure you don't have to buy it every year and believe me use it just once to save your a** and the cost has been more than recovered.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: gdiloren on October 06, 2007, 10:35:08 PM
 New Acer customers have the erecovery software feature to create DVD images of their HD, thank God!!! 8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 06, 2007, 11:45:24 PM
I don't know if this is Vista compatible but it's FREE and worth a look:

SelfImage (http://selfimage.excelcia.org/) is capable of making an image file of a hard disk or hard disk partition,
and can restore an image back to any drive or partition that doesn't have open files.
Download available from:
http://www.excelcia.org/modules.php?name=Downloads&d_op=viewdownload&cid=8 (http://www.excelcia.org/modules.php?name=Downloads&d_op=viewdownload&cid=8)
SelfImage-121.zip is also available from MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: se224141 on October 07, 2007, 07:59:53 AM
I haven't come across much in the way of good hard disk imaging software that is freeware (you could try a google search) and probably less when you talk of Vista compatibility.

Personally when I'm talking about a critical piece of software like disk imaging and the capability to recover from a catastrophe, I don't want to find that there are any errors or issues when you try to restore a back-up image. When you do get one you should test it by recovering a none essential partition, etc. before using it for the first time when the dark and sticky stuff hits the fan.

It is to a large degree a one of expenditure you don't have to buy it every year and believe me use it just once to save your a** and the cost has been more than recovered.

Thanx David. If one has to go in for a paid version, what should it be?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: se224141 on October 07, 2007, 08:08:27 AM
New Acer customers have the erecovery software feature to create DVD images of their HD, thank God!!! 8)

What about Dell customers? Do they also have a similar stuff?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 07, 2007, 03:05:40 PM
Quote
What about Dell customers? Do they also have a similar stuff?
None that I'm aware of.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 07, 2007, 03:58:41 PM
Thanx David. If one has to go in for a paid version, what should it be?

There are many paid for hard disk imaging software applications, but probably the two most prominent (read well known) are Acronis True Image and Norton spit Ghost. I'm still using PowerQuset's Drive Image 7.1, the last version before it was bought out by Symantec to be incorporated with/into Norton Ghost.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 07, 2007, 04:08:50 PM
I've had a lot of success with R-Drive Image (http://www.download.com/3000-2242_4-10725101.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 07, 2007, 04:22:31 PM
I've had a lot of success with R-Drive Image (http://www.download.com/3000-2242_4-10725101.html)
Ok... but not a freeware :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 07, 2007, 04:25:56 PM
Tech, se224141 asked me about paid for options and I believe Bob simply added another to the two I suggested.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 07, 2007, 04:27:45 PM
I've had a lot of success with R-Drive Image (http://www.download.com/3000-2242_4-10725101.html)
Ok... but not a freeware :'(
I listed a freeware here (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg255428#msg255428) but can't attest to it's effectiveness.  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 08, 2007, 02:46:19 PM
Is newer software always better software ?
Not always according to this PC World article from Preston Gralla (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,137703/article.html?tk=nl_wbxrvw)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2007, 12:27:11 AM
The low-cost laptop that Apple should have built (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=40426908-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0).
 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 11, 2007, 04:27:24 AM
8 reasons why Windows users don’t switch to Mac (http://www.applematters.com/index.php/section/comments/8-reasons-windows-users-dont-switch/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 11, 2007, 04:32:06 AM
The low-cost laptop that Apple should have built (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=40426908-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&s=5&fs=0).
 

Apple Did Offer to build a stripped down version of OS X for the laptop to run on its slower hardware much like it did for the AppleTV and iPhone (the OS X kernel, darwin, is open source afterall). I think MS also offered to adapt windows in a similar way
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 11, 2007, 04:34:59 AM
'Storm worm' exploits YouTube (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-6212674.html?tag=nl.e550)
Unfortunately, this takes the fun out of "Funny" video clips.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 11, 2007, 04:39:45 AM
8 reasons why Windows users don’t switch to Mac (http://www.applematters.com/index.php/section/comments/8-reasons-windows-users-dont-switch/)

Great article. Has some good points like acnt build your own mac and most workplaces are windows only. Also has good points for the Mac like how Apple is very competitive price wise these days (just ask sasha)

I like this
Quote
But now that I have spent time with OS X, I could never go back.
This is true for almost everyone that uses OS X for a while.

All in all almost everything is right on the money 9 out of 10 stars :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2007, 01:51:14 AM
Carry a Flash Drive instead of a Laptop. (http://windowssecrets.com/comp/071011)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2007, 09:19:27 PM
First patent suit against Linux (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Berlind/?p=833&tag=nl.e589)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2007, 09:29:20 PM
Google's OS dreams calling on Linux (http://www.zdnetasia.com/builder/program/work/0,39045561,62033132,00.htm)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2007, 09:31:55 PM
First patent suit against Linux (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Berlind/?p=833)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 15, 2007, 02:57:00 PM
Free Online Storage from Windows Live called SkyDrive (http://skydrive.live.com/).

One GIG for you to use privately or, share files etc with others.

All you need is a Windows Live ID (http://get.live.com/getlive/overview).

You'll find some of my public files available here (http://cid-994c4775d200b11a.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/MySharedFiles?lc=1033). :)

Unlike the FREE USB drive M$ gave away some time ago (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19675.0), this one actually works and is available. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 16, 2007, 02:16:00 PM
Why are Windows machines automatically updating themselves? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=832&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 17, 2007, 01:52:06 PM
AOL will lay off 2,000 people (http://loudounextra.washingtonpost.com/blogs/living-loco/2007/oct/15/aols-falco-says-2000-layoffs/?hpid=topnews)

AOL is about to turn into AOHELL again. This once powerful internet co. is trying to restructure at the
expense of it's employees.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 17, 2007, 01:58:33 PM
Decompression Bombs as a Computer Security Risk

A decompression bomb is typically a zip file that has been compressed by a huge amount resulting in a small file that takes forever to unpack. Clicking the zip file will essentially bring you computer to a halt; a kind of denial-of-service attack. Read the full details here:
http://solitude.vkps.co.uk/Archives/2006/01/08/decompressionbombs/

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 17, 2007, 01:58:54 PM
Free Utility Cuts Cost of Printing

Printing drafts of documents results in a lot of wasted paper. It's not only the paper cost; it's a waste of trees and energy as well. PrintFile is a free utility that reduces this cost by allowing you to print multiple logical pages on a single physical page, a technique known as "n-up" printing, a feature that is available on some modern printers. PrintFile is actually a full featured spooling print manager that can process plain text, PostScript, Encapsulated PostScript (EPS) and binary formats. Note that many of these functions are handled perfectly well by Windows, so the only real reason you would install it would be for the n-up printing. However, for many folks whose printers don't have an in-built n-up feature, this is sufficient reason in itself. I also note that the program has not been updated for some years. Thanks to subscriber Manuel Nuno Alçada for the suggestion. Freeware, All Windows versions up to XP, 198KB. http://lerup.com/printfile/

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 17, 2007, 01:59:37 PM
Add Sticky Notes to Web Pages or Anything Else

Subscriber Christian Hess Araya writes "Gizmo in issue #149 you mentioned the Firefox extension Internote that allows you to attach notes to webpages so that when you revisit the page the sticky note is automatically displayed. I'd like to let you know about Stickies [1], a free utility, will let you do the very same thing, not limited to webpages but to *any* open window. That makes it so much more useful, IMHO." When I first received this message from Christian I wasn't sure that Stickies would display a note when you re-visited a webpage but it sure does - it remembers the window title. Freeware, Windows 95 and later, 953KB
http://www.zhornsoftware.co.uk/stickies/

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 17, 2007, 02:01:44 PM
An Alternative to the Late, Lamented AutoPatcher

Last month I told you how Microsoft had forced the closure of AutoPatcher, a free service that allowed users to download all Windows Updates since SP2 in a single file. This prompted subscriber Paul Lawrence to write "Gizmo there is an alternative to AutoPatcher, called Offline Update [1]. I believe it is more like the current project that Autopatcher.com has started working on that will download updates directly from Microsoft. This should avoid any potential legal problems. It works by creating an .ISO file to burn to disk so you can distribute the updates to other computers. I tried it on my other computer with a fresh XP install. The executables ran smoothly and the update process worked like a charm! Then I ran Microsoft Update Online to see how well it did. I only had 10 updates that I had to download at that point, an excellent result. The only major con I see is the initial download is quite large which may be a problem for people with only dial-up. You can download the program here [2]." Thanks to the many other subscribers who also suggested Offline Update.
[1] http://www.heise-security.co.uk/articles/80682/0
[2] http://www.heise.de/ct/projekte/offlineupdate/download_uk.shtml

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 17, 2007, 08:32:31 PM
Leopard has more 'Wow!' than Vista (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=861&tag=nl.e622)

A quote from Adrian Kingsley-Hughes:
“Leopard looks like it beats Vista in the “Wow!” department.”
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2007, 09:45:14 PM
Digital media ethics: it's personal (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=318&tag=nl.e622)
My personal slant on this is that maybe the RIAA ought to be sued for trying to
eliminate the "fair use doctrine (http://www.ala.org/ala/washoff/woissues/copyrightb/copyrightarticle/whatfairuse.cfm)".  :)
What are your feelings ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2007, 09:55:34 PM
Where are the “Top Secret” Leopard features that Steve Jobs promised? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=864&tag=nl.e622)

Part of the reason for this headline:
Quote
Yay, woohoo, Leopard has finally been announced! Two and a half years after the release of Tiger, that’s an almost Microsoft-esque timeframe by Apple’s standards. You’d expect Leopard to be something special, and, with 300 plus improvements, it must be. However, since Steve’s announcement 14 months ago of “top secret” new features, nothing has materialized to fit that billing. And it’s reasonable that the fans are feeling a little bit let down.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: oldman on October 18, 2007, 09:57:13 PM
Well, to expect people to buy extra copies for travel, different players, etc is just plain silly. Even M$ allows for a backup copy.

It may be an interesting legal battle.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2007, 09:59:24 PM
Microsoft claims it is not party to patent claims against Linux (http://blogs.zdnet.com/open-source/?p=1558&tag=nl.e622)    ???  ???  (I wonder)

How far will we have to dig before the truth actually surfaces ??? ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: oldman on October 18, 2007, 09:59:53 PM
Where are the “Top Secret” Leopard features that Steve Jobs promised? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=864&tag=nl.e622)

Part of the reason for this headline:
Quote
Yay, woohoo, Leopard has finally been announced! Two and a half years after the release of Tiger, that’s an almost Microsoft-esque timeframe by Apple’s standards. You’d expect Leopard to be something special, and, with 300 plus improvements, it must be. However, since Steve’s announcement 14 months ago of “top secret” new features, nothing has materialized to fit that billing. And it’s reasonable that the fans are feeling a little bit let down.

Maybe another trick learned from B.G. . After all they where once close.  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2007, 11:16:19 PM
Where are the “Top Secret” Leopard features that Steve Jobs promised? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=864&tag=nl.e622)

Part of the reason for this headline:
Quote
Yay, woohoo, Leopard has finally been announced! Two and a half years after the release of Tiger, that’s an almost Microsoft-esque timeframe by Apple’s standards. You’d expect Leopard to be something special, and, with 300 plus improvements, it must be. However, since Steve’s announcement 14 months ago of “top secret” new features, nothing has materialized to fit that billing. And it’s reasonable that the fans are feeling a little bit let down.

Maybe another trick learned from B.G. . After all they where once close.  ::)
Very very true.... :)
Unfortunately, none of us need dirty tricks regardless of where they come from.  >:(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on October 19, 2007, 12:44:44 AM
Where are the “Top Secret” Leopard features that Steve Jobs promised? (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=864&tag=nl.e622)

Part of the reason for this headline:
Quote
Yay, woohoo, Leopard has finally been announced! Two and a half years after the release of Tiger, that’s an almost Microsoft-esque timeframe by Apple’s standards. You’d expect Leopard to be something special, and, with 300 plus improvements, it must be. However, since Steve’s announcement 14 months ago of “top secret” new features, nothing has materialized to fit that billing. And it’s reasonable that the fans are feeling a little bit let down.

To tell the truth I have no clue what this guy is talking about in his article. This same character wrote another article also posted by Bob in this thread... it looked like he was "wow"-ed. All of a sudden he changed his mind...

EDIT: adding link: http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg257044#msg257044 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg257044#msg257044)

I personally am not disappointed at all. Whatever you get with Leopard is at least million light years ahead of any "feature" you get with Vista. However, I am little disappointed... with Vista. They ripped me off and they gave me nothing but a headache with this crappy OS.

Leopard may not have all features included they planned in the beginning, but all those that are inside are more than enough. Of course there is "only" 300+ new features which BTW work, nothing like Vista's crappy effects that just slows down even most powerful computers. I am sure that even if Apple included 600+ new features, there would always be at least one person to find something "that's not right". That's how it will always be... thanks God I started to listen to my 19 years long lasting computer experience and common sense, rather than letting articles like this one influence my decisions what to buy and what not.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: neal62 on October 19, 2007, 01:06:53 AM
Teenager claims to have easy iPod touch jailbreak. See  HERE  (http://www.news.com/8301-13579_3-9797067-37.html?tag=nefd.blgs)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 19, 2007, 04:40:53 AM
Sasha,
Quote
To tell the truth I have no clue what this guy is talking about in his article. This same character wrote another article also posted by Bob in this thread... it looked like he was "wow"-ed. All of a sudden he changed his mind...
The article was actually written by Chris Howard and you'll find it at:
http://www.applematters.com/index.php/section/comments/sorry-children-leopards-top-secret-features-arent-real/ (http://www.applematters.com/index.php/section/comments/sorry-children-leopards-top-secret-features-arent-real/)
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes, who I quoted, only wrote a small synopsis of Chris Howard's article. :)

I know you love your new apple.  :)  I'm not knocking it I'm just passing along information and pointing out that under the covers,
the "Big Boys" are pretty much the same.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on October 19, 2007, 02:10:45 PM
I know Bob, I didn't mean you meant anything wrong, no way. It's just when I see people complaining about something they don't and will not use, I'm starting to think, what's the point of them complaining then ? And they will always find something regardless of how good or bad product ends up... even if it's perfectly perfect without even one single glitch (impossible of course), they will search and search until they find something that can give them an idea about writing a new article.

It's really not about loving my new Mac, although I really love it otherwise I wouldn't buy it (I spent few months visiting Apple store here and there before I made my final decision), but about why people are still complaining when nothing in this World is perfect nor it will ever be. Just find something you like and use it... leave other people to decide what's best for them... but it looks like they don't play by these rules.  :-\
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2007, 02:56:18 PM
How to Spot an E-Mail Scam (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,138310-page,1-c,cybercrime/article.html)
Excellent picture essay. Especially for less experienced computer users.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 27, 2007, 03:44:14 AM
Microsoft (finally) confirms PDF attacks, urges caution (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=614&tag=nl.e589)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 27, 2007, 04:02:24 PM
If you're still undecided about switching to Vista, then this should help you make an intelligent decision. (http://www.blimptv.net/mostpopularV1.html)
After viewing this short tutorial, please let me know when you'll be making the switch to vista.
Thanks.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 27, 2007, 04:26:59 PM
Life is too short (on dial-up) to wait to see the clip so I guess my conversion to Vista will be some time after seeing the Vista Sucks tutorial, which will probably be shortly after hell freezes over ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 27, 2007, 04:42:44 PM
After viewing this short tutorial, please let me know when you'll be making the switch to vista.
People will never stop blaming Microsoft...
Thanks God my Vista is quite stable and running smoothly 8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 27, 2007, 05:58:32 PM
Tech,
So is mine but that doesn't make the tutorial any less funny.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2007, 09:20:48 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PDR.png) (http://www.pandora.com/?tc=e-001425-0035-1137&sc=sh239810813238574753)
Click on the picture and Turn your volume up. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on October 30, 2007, 01:11:44 AM
Microsoft (finally) confirms PDF attacks, urges caution (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=614&tag=nl.e589)

Wow! Better boot back into Windows 95 just to be safe. Shell integration, what shell integration?  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on October 30, 2007, 01:51:49 PM
I'm very happy with Avast! and not a "suite" user myself but here's an interesting move from the boys (and girls) from Bratislava. http://www.eset.com/company/article/-ESET-LAUNCHES-ESET-NOD32-ANTIVIRUS-V3.0-AND-ESET-SMART-SECURITY/4079.php?contentID=4079
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 30, 2007, 02:03:22 PM
Any way you slice it, it's still a Suit and, it's NOT Free.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 31, 2007, 11:13:57 PM
Bogus FTC e-mail has virus (http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-6215894.html?tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on November 01, 2007, 03:55:44 AM
Anyone tried "Mamutu" from Emsi (ASquared)?  http://www.mamutu.com/en/software/mamutu/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 01, 2007, 12:34:52 PM
Anyone tried "Mamutu" from Emsi (ASquared)?  http://www.mamutu.com/en/software/mamutu/
I've heard from it yesterday and got to its homepage. But I feel this won't be a freeware... Am I wrong?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on November 01, 2007, 01:31:08 PM
I've heard from it yesterday and got to its homepage. But I feel this won't be a freeware... Am I wrong?

Any way you slice it, it's still a Suit and, it's NOT Free.

Okay, okay, they're not free! Maybe we should change this thread to:
Interesting Free Software and System News  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 01, 2007, 01:38:16 PM
Okay, okay, they're not free! Maybe we should change this thread to:
Interesting Free Software and System News  ;D
Vladimyr, don't take it personally. I'm just saying that beta testing a non-free program is not a thing that enthusiasm me.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on November 01, 2007, 02:06:36 PM
Don't worry Tech, you're miles away from causing offence - I haven't yet been enthusiastic enough about Mamutu to try it myself!  :-[ - though I will probably trial the ESET suite in my office when it's released!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 01, 2007, 09:33:50 PM


Okay, okay, they're not free! Maybe we should change this thread to:
Interesting Free Software and System News  ;D
How many other commercial packages have you found in this thread???    :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on November 02, 2007, 02:07:19 AM
How many other commercial packages have you found in this thread???    :)
None! Because I haven't looked. ;D
I confess, up until now I hadn't thought to differentiate.  :-[
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 03, 2007, 02:23:53 PM
OpenSocial opens new can of worms (http://www.news.com/OpenSocial-opens-new-can-of-worms/2100-1038_3-6216300.html)
For those of you interested in trying Google's Orkut, you'll find it here (https://www.google.com/accounts/ServiceLogin?service=orkut&continue=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.orkut.com%2FRedirLogin.aspx%3Fmsg%3D0%26page%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.orkut.com%252F&hl=en-US&rm=false&passive=true).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2007, 04:01:00 PM
Top 5 Online Virus Scanners (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Top5OnlineVirusScanners.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 05, 2007, 04:30:46 PM
Trend's Housecall is also the only on-line scanner that you don't have to use IE or activeX as you can use Firefox or Opera browsers with JAVA.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 06, 2007, 01:09:11 AM
Australian researcher finds way to make broadband 100 times faster. (http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/tech-news/?p=1484)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 06, 2007, 01:23:48 AM
Australian researcher finds way to make broadband 100 times faster. (http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/tech-news/?p=1484)
It would be good when this become a piece of software that we can download and use.
Or when the companies start to use it as a technology. Until there, it's a dream. Thanks Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 06, 2007, 02:42:34 AM
Australian researcher finds way to make broadband 100 times faster. (http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/tech-news/?p=1484)

Lets hope he could do the same for dial-up seems so as it is about improving line quality.

Quote
The research could essentially benefit any network infrastructure based on copper lines and goes to prove that, while the next generation of Internet may be some years away, much work can be done to improve the capacity that we already have in place.

Being 9Km of copper cable from the exchange anything to clean up interference would help.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 06, 2007, 01:13:05 PM
If you really want to personalize your phone, then you should create your own ringtones with Phonezoo (http://www.phonezoo.com/Welcome.do).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 06, 2007, 11:43:35 PM
Leopard and Vista - More alike than you might think (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=907&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on November 07, 2007, 01:21:34 AM
Leopard and Vista - More alike than you might think (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=907&tag=nl.e622)

I really don't understand these people and why would they spread such a load of lies... Leopard simply works and Vista doesn't. How can they even compare Apples and rotten apples ?  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 07, 2007, 02:41:22 AM
Leopard and Vista - More alike than you might think (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=907&tag=nl.e622)

I really don't understand these people and why would they spread such a load of lies... Leopard simply works and Vista doesn't. How can they even compare Apples and rotten apples ?  ::)
Also have to agree with Sasha. Leopard was delayed so they could fix the remaining issues and not push it out the door. Im running it on all of my systems (except one which doesn't meet the requirements :() and can say its amazing. It really improved the performance on my Intel Core Duo system. Apple really put a lot of effort into optimizing Leopard for Multi-Core systems
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 07, 2007, 02:54:40 AM
Remember, I didn't write this article.
I am however one of those who's not having any problems with Vista.
I'm also not having any problems with XP   ;D

Can't speak about Leopard cause Apple doesn't make a version I can run on my computer  (Intel Core Duo system)... :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on November 07, 2007, 03:17:58 AM
Even though I am sure you're happy with Vista Bob, I am also pretty sure copying huge amount of files or large size files is problem on your machine too. It's not configuration related problem, it is well known error built in OS. Even MS admitted that they made a mistake... still they're not doing regarding releasing those updates. There is a tone of other issues... I was the one who loved Windows the most... I never betrayed Windows... but Vista betrayed me, and I don't give second chance that easy.

Just one little drop in Ocean of Vista problems:

http://apcmag.com/6649/vista_150_problems_0_solutions (http://apcmag.com/6649/vista_150_problems_0_solutions)

http://chris.pirillo.com/2007/02/27/windows-vista-im-breaking-up-with-you/ (http://chris.pirillo.com/2007/02/27/windows-vista-im-breaking-up-with-you/) (Chris Pirillo)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 07, 2007, 09:36:46 PM
Get one-click access to Vista network properties (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 07, 2007, 10:08:42 PM
Get one-click access to Vista network properties (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html)
The same Bob... I can't see in Firefox, nor in IE, neither in Opera, nothing in Flock or Maxthon...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 07, 2007, 10:40:53 PM
No problem here with FF and the usual error header is gone as well.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 03:45:43 AM
Tech it's a problem on your end. That website has been visited more than 50 times.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2007, 12:45:57 PM
Tech it's a problem on your end. That website has been visited more than 50 times.
I'm sure it is. Just that I can't troubleshoot... nobody is helping giving me any hints...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 08, 2007, 02:32:22 PM
Tech it's a problem on your end. That website has been visited more than 50 times.
I'm sure it is. Just that I can't troubleshoot... nobody is helping giving me any hints...

Well we don't know what errors you are getting, page not found, blank page displayed, etc.

The strange thing is it doesn't work for All your browsers, so it is something common to all and that could be your firewall, Hosts file, etc. Check your firewall logs when you attempt to connect and see if there is anything blocking.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 03:48:17 PM
Tech,
It is probably one of the many security add-ins that your running.
Sometimes running to much, isn't a good thing.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lusher on November 08, 2007, 05:02:20 PM
Tech,
It is probably one of the many security add-ins that your running.
Sometimes running to much, isn't a good thing.

What security add-ins is tech running?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 05:37:40 PM
You'll have to ask him.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2007, 05:43:30 PM
Well we don't know what errors you are getting, page not found, blank page displayed, etc.
A blank page with this...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 05:54:08 PM
This indicates that you're getting to no-ip.org so, somewhere you've got mysharedfiles blocked.
The Host file or something similar seems like a very logical candidate.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2007, 06:10:03 PM
The Host file or something similar seems like a very logical candidate.
Which IP should I look for?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2007, 06:35:07 PM
What security add-ins is tech running?
Concerned to this probably Spybot 1.5 beta (with hosts file manager), AWC and SpywareBlaster as immunizators.
It happens both in Vista and XP (this last with PeerGuardian installed).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 06:44:18 PM
The Host file or something similar seems like a very logical candidate.
Which IP should I look for?
Tech,
The reason for using no-ip is so that an IP address isn't required in the web address.
Since the IP changes occasionally, it gives me one pace to enter the new IP address but all the posts will
still work.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2007, 06:47:31 PM
The reason for using no-ip is so that an IP address isn't required in the web address.
But for what should I look for into hosts file?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 06:52:48 PM
The reason for using no-ip is so that an IP address isn't required in the web address.
But for what should I look for into hosts file?

http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html)
is currently the same as:
http://67.164.153.188:4445/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html (http://67.164.153.188:4445/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html)

Hope that helps
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 06:57:34 PM
My ISP is Comcast  don't know if that helps you any.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 07:02:11 PM
ISP Strangles P2P (http://www.betanews.com/article/Canadas_Sympatico_Admits_to_Net_Filtering/1194288753)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 08, 2007, 08:24:50 PM
The reason for using no-ip is so that an IP address isn't required in the web address.
But for what should I look for into hosts file?

The hosts file operated in domain names and not IP addresses so you would see mysharedfiles.no-ip.org on a line with 127.0.0.1 which redirects any connection attempt to the local computer.

Since you can get a partial response from no-ip.org then I doubt it is the hosts file blocking or you wouldn't even get the footer information displayed.

To display the details I suspect that there so some form of Web Redirection and uses Frames, which displays the footer you see and one that imports the data from Bob's server into the Main Frame (see below, I have changed the IP for security to xx.xxx.xxx.xxx). So your problem appear to be that the import of data is being blocked or your browser has somehow blocked frames and or javascript.

Code: [Select]
<!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.01 Frameset//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/html4/frameset.dtd">
<html>
<!-- WEB REDIRECTION PROVIDED BY NO-IP.COM  http://www.no-ip.com/ -->
<head>
<TITLE></TITLE>
<meta name="keywords" content="">
<meta name="description" content="">
<link rel="icon" href="http://xx.xxx.xxx.xxx:4445/favicon.ico" type="image/ico">
<link rel="shortcut icon" href="http://xx.xxx.xxx.xxx:4445/favicon.ico">
</head>
<!--
<script language="JavaScript">
if(window != top) {
        top.location.href = location.href;
}
</script>
-->
<frameset  rows="*,29" >
<frame src="http://xx.xxx.xxx.xxx:4445/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html" name="redir_frame" frameborder=0>

<frame src="http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/KHgKKjl_popupgoogle.html" noresize="noresize" scrolling="no" name="ad_frame"
frameborder="0">

<noframes>
Sorry, your browser does not support frames.  Click <a href="http://xx.xxx.xxx.xxx:4445/vista/GetOneClickAccessToVistaNetworkProperties.html" TARGET=_top>here</A>
</noframes>
</frameset>

</html>
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2007, 09:05:17 PM
Since you can get a partial response from no-ip.org then I doubt it is the hosts file blocking or you wouldn't even get the footer information displayed.
Your assumption is right. There isn't any mysharedfiles or no-ip entry in my hosts file, also no mysharedfiles.no-ip.org.

So your problem appear to be that the import of data is being blocked or your browser has somehow blocked frames and or javascript.
Ok for Firefox, but for Opera, Maxthon, IE, Flock ???
I just deeply change the Firefox configurations, the others are more or less the default.

I don't know what to do with the code you've posted... What am I suppose to do with it?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2007, 09:58:03 PM
Quote
Ok for Firefox, but for Opera, Maxthon, IE, Flock
Tech as David mentioned either frames or java script is disabled. (or both)
You've obviously changed the default settings of all of these browsers or, you wouldn't have this problem. Sorry... :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 08, 2007, 10:11:05 PM
I don't know what to do with the code you've posted... What am I suppose to do with it?

Nothing, it is just to show you that the no-ip.org, uses web redirection and Frames (frameset) to achieve the task of importing the data from Bob's server.

So either the frames and or javascript aren't working, you don't say what you did to get firefox working, you have to somehow find the equivalent settings in Opera and IE and see if you can resolve it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 14, 2007, 03:20:24 AM
Wal-Mart’s $200 PC - sold out (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=926&tag=nl.e589)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on November 19, 2007, 12:19:28 AM
http://cybernetnews.com/2007/11/18/free-threatfire-adds-extra-protection-to-your-pc/
nice article on pctools free threatfire program :)

http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2007/11/happy-10th-birthday-to-scotty.html
Monday, November 19th is the 10th Anniversary of the public release of WinPatrol. ( 70 in dog years )

(http://i13.tinypic.com/7x8j9zm.gif)

http://www.wdcs.co.uk/media/flash/whalebanner/content_pub_en.html this guy is huge :o
use your mouse to swim around....

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on November 19, 2007, 03:12:42 AM
DNAStream is a Web based application that allows you to watch video clips and shows right from your browser. Among the site TV channels you'll find: Documentaries, Music Videos, Live Music Concerts, Trailers, Sports, Pixel Perfect Episodes, Animation, Ads clips and many more Internet videos from all kinds.
http://www.dnastream.tv/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on November 20, 2007, 06:42:05 AM
New computer interface "blow-out!" From the ether beyond touchscreen interfaces comes a new one that is almost certain to get you some really odd looks on the subway. It is a blow-screen interface. Probably an option for folks who don't mind getting spit all over their screen - or passing out - while updating a spreadsheet.
http://www.news.com/8301-13580_3-9816998-39.html?tag=nefd.top

(http://i10.tinypic.com/8esv6eh.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on November 20, 2007, 04:35:14 PM
Do you have any nostalgia about the days when computers were big and slow?
Now, the size, appearance and speed of the first computers seem to be lame but it was not always the case.
http://funtasticus.com/20071116/dawn-of-the-computer-era/

(http://i16.tinypic.com/7wr6kc3.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 22, 2007, 03:31:36 PM
BootDisks - PC Support - Essential Utilities (http://www.bootdisk.com/)

Boot Disks For Most Versions (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/BootDisksForMostVersions/) are also available from MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 22, 2007, 05:55:48 PM
Free Software for Macs: http://macrecon.com/software/

Hope it helps somebody... I don't have a Mac  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on November 22, 2007, 05:56:48 PM
The Ultimate Defragger Review

This is an amazingly comprehensive analysis of the performance of just about all the free and commercial defraggers on the market. Comprehensive or not, I've used many of these products and simply cannot agree with the author's conclusions. For example, I don't much like Perfect Disk 8, which I've found to be slow, but have found Diskeeper 2007 to be excellent. This is a complete reversal of the respective ratings at this review site. Go figure. Note that I don't sell or carry ads for any defrag product. Thanks to Rein Rüüsak for the link.
http://donnedwards.openaccess.co.za/2007/04/great-defrag-shootout-part-1.html

From http://techsupportalert.com/issues/al_current.htm
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 26, 2007, 09:25:02 PM
Live Documents enters the Office suite ring (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=7127&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 28, 2007, 02:17:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/WindowsXPSP3.png)
Windows XP SP3 boasts speed boost according to some testers. (http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9048658&source=rss_news50)
( I haven't personally been able to confirm these claims. )
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on December 04, 2007, 04:51:03 PM
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=68c48dad-bc34-40be-8d85-6bb4f56f5110&DisplayLang=en
Windows XP Service Pack 3 Overview PDF file....
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 05, 2007, 03:50:28 AM
With SP1, Microsoft plans to ditch Vista 'kill switch' (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=334&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 06, 2007, 03:27:26 AM
The Gift of Safe (http://www.opendns.com/giftofsafe)

Subject: bob3160 has given you The Gift of Safe

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Happy Holidays,

Bob

--
OpenDNS
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http://www.opendns.com/contact/


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: tevion on December 06, 2007, 05:08:16 PM

Thanks for the nice gift bob3160, i have had used OpenDNS in the past.
And i liked it very well as a additional security feature.
After a reinstallation of my os i forgot it and now i will use OpenDNS again.
Best regards
Tevion
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on December 06, 2007, 06:00:53 PM
Quote
Subject: bob3160 has given you The Gift of Safe
you mentioned this to me long ago in the past bob and have used it ever since-thanks ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on December 06, 2007, 07:28:14 PM
nice review of comodo firewall pro....
http://www.softpedia.com/reviews/windows/Comodo-Firewall-Pro--Review-72979.shtml
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 07, 2007, 02:14:08 PM
Want to test Vista SP1? Anyone can, starting next week (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=1013&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 08, 2007, 01:13:08 AM
Vista SP1 to deliver big network speed boost (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=336)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 08, 2007, 03:32:31 AM
http://www.ip-adress.com/ (http://www.ip-adress.com/)

Has added a new whois lookup function that allows you
to display the owner of an IP address or domain name.

This useful tool looks up the holder of a domain name
or IP address and displays information such as name and
address of the holder. For example, if you enter
microsoft.com you will see to whom the domain is
registered which, in this case, is the Microsoft
Corporation, of course. You will also see
Microsoft's address and contact details.

If you use the tool to query an IP address you will
find information on the organization the IP address is
registered to. This can be a company holding a pool of
IP addresses of their own or an internet access or
service provider. If you look up your own IP address
it will most likely display information on your
dial-in provider.

To access the whois lookup tool you can click on the
link next to the IP address or webserver shown.
Check it out:

http://www.ip-adress.com (http://www.ip-adress.com)

You can also access the tool directly by going to
http://www.ip-adress.com/whois (http://www.ip-adress.com/whois)

We are glad that our recently added Proxy Check Tool
has found many friends and is heavily used. If you haven't
checked it out yet, go to:

http://www.ip-adress.com/Proxy_Checker/
 (http://www.ip-adress.com/Proxy_Checker/)

Hope you find this as useful as I did.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on December 09, 2007, 05:59:58 AM
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Happy Holidays,

Bob

--
OpenDNS
199 Fremont St, 12th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105 USA
http://www.opendns.com/contact/




Thanks, Bob ... I'm trying out OpenDNS now. What is your advice on creating an account ... yes, no, or maybe?


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 09, 2007, 01:22:18 PM
I've tested OpenDNS for one month or more... It's not that frequent, but also not so rarely, that the DNS servers are down and we are not allowed to connect. Then, immediately, I turned the DNS to automatic and the connection is back. Right now, I'm tired of these occurrences and let it to my ISP DNS (automatic).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 09, 2007, 02:49:36 PM
I have been using the OpenDNS for many months now and I haven't had a single problem with their servers being down. It isn't just the DNS function that is good but the anti-phishing site database give the additional level of protection. For me that would be worth any occasional blip, which I haven't had.

I also use the DNS cache of my firewall so I don't have to go to 'any' DNS server for regular/previously visited sites. Not only does that avoid the need to check a DNS server but it is quicker too.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 09, 2007, 06:12:12 PM
I've used it for over 1 year without any problems.
I'm currently using it and intend to continue doing so.
The added safety explained by David is another reason to use this
totally free service.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 11, 2007, 04:57:22 PM
Happy 60th birthday transistor (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-10532_22-179567.html)
It all started at Bell Labs.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2007, 05:16:50 PM
First Office 2007, SharePoint 2007 service packs ready for download
 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=1037&tag=nl.e589)
Office 2007 SP1 direct download available here (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=90&p=&SrcDisplayLang=en&SrcCategoryId=&SrcFamilyId=9ec51594-992c-4165-a997-25da01f388f5&u=http%3a%2f%2fdownload.microsoft.com%2fdownload%2f0%2f8%2f1%2f08186057-e110-49fb-b455-17899cf082d8%2foffice2007sp1-kb936982-fullfile-en-us.exe).

Service Pack 1 provides the latest updates to the 2007 Microsoft Office suite. (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=9EC51594-992C-4165-A997-25DA01F388F5&displaylang=en)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2007, 05:32:46 PM
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3 SP3 Release Candidate 1 now available to the general public. (http://fileforum.betanews.com/detail/Microsoft_Windows_XP_Service_Pack_3/1197391546/1)

I've had this installed on my computer for the past few weeks and haven't had any problems.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 12, 2007, 05:37:53 PM
Happy 60th birthday transistor (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-10532_22-179567.html)
It all started at Bell Labs.
Most likely it started with the recovery of the crashed Roswell vehicle.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 14, 2007, 03:03:29 PM
Ask.com Puts You in Control of Your Search Privacy With the Launch of 'AskEraser' (http://www.irconnect.com/ask/pages/news_releases.html?d=132847)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 19, 2007, 10:43:55 PM
Mac versus Windows vulnerability stats for 2007 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=758&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on December 19, 2007, 11:01:27 PM
Mac versus Windows vulnerability stats for 2007 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=758&tag=nl.e622)

Check out the comments: the general opinion seems to be that George Ou is spouting horsesh*t (again).

Quote
George's throroughly dishonest "stats" have been debunked
    George selected a handful of security advisories for Windows, and then selected every advisory he could possibly find for any software that MIGHT POSSIBLY RUN ON MAC OS.

    Not content merely to lie about what the contents of these advisories are, he took the further step of LYING about their seriousness.

    George, you are a liar, and the proof of your lies is in the very links you provided. Unfortunately, your lying will work really well, convincing lots of people who erroneously think you're a journalist that their Macs are in imminent danger of being hacked via software packages that don't even exist on their systems.

    Congratulations George, your methods are utterly contemptible.
    I now know that you are completely untrustworthy and unreliable, and henceforth I will assume that every statement you make is false.

I'm inclined to agree.

Some have gone as far as to call him a "shill", I won't go that far- I'll just say I don't have much respect for his journalist standards.

http://www.roughlydrafted.com/2007/08/24/zdnets-george-ou-exposed-as-ignorant-microsoft-shill-zoon/ (http://www.roughlydrafted.com/2007/08/24/zdnets-george-ou-exposed-as-ignorant-microsoft-shill-zoon/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2007, 12:12:17 AM
How did I know that this post would warrant a response  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on December 20, 2007, 12:25:51 AM
Hi bob3160,

ZA was certainly impressed, because the bundled their firewall now with the ask toolbar because of the "AskEraser" in it, so your postings have great impact  ;D

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on December 20, 2007, 12:48:34 AM
How did I know that this post would warrant a response  ;D ;D

Because George Ou publishes flame-bait FUD?   ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 20, 2007, 12:57:59 AM
Hi bob3160,

ZA was certainly impressed, because the bundled their firewall now with the ask toolbar because of the "AskEraser" in it, so your postings have great impact  ;D

polonus
I have ZAAS, it includes ZA Pro fw.  I can't find any ask toolbar.  I checked to see If I have the latest version, I do, 7.0.462.000.  Maybe they meant they will bundle ask toolbar in the next upgrade of ZA's fw's.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2007, 01:02:44 AM
Hi bob3160,

ZA was certainly impressed, because the bundled their firewall now with the ask toolbar because of the "AskEraser" in it, so your postings have great impact  ;D

polonus
I have ZAAS, it includes ZA Pro fw.  I can't find any ask toolbar.  I checked to see If I have the latest version, I do, 7.0.462.000.  Maybe they meant they will bundle ask toolbar in the next upgrade of ZA's fw's.
But you don't need ZA to use AskEraser. just use the ask.com  :)
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg267557#msg267557 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg267557#msg267557)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 20, 2007, 05:08:57 AM
Well I have to agree with FreeWFrank. Lots of those so called Mac flaws are for programs that are not Part of the OS.

Plus the so called $10,000 contest was a flaw in the Airport driver, in which apple worked with broadcom and produced a firmware update within a few weeks..

I see there are QuickTime flaws listed, so Lets add in the flaws for Windows Media Player since its bundled with windows.

In the end The core of Mac OS (UNIX) is secure just like linux, but its the software that you run on the OS that has the security flaws. The same holds true for Windows and any other OS.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 21, 2007, 12:30:04 AM
IE 8: On the Path to Web Standards Compliance - ACID 2 Test Pass Complete (http://channel9.msdn.com/showpost.aspx?postid=367207)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 21, 2007, 01:30:23 AM
Ah that's good perhaps I can give IE7 a miss completely then ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 21, 2007, 05:03:21 AM
MS is feeling the heat with Firefox slowly eating their Market Share and now with Safari for windows nearing release
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on December 21, 2007, 02:06:50 PM
IE 8: On the Path to Web Standards Compliance - ACID 2 Test Pass Complete (http://channel9.msdn.com/showpost.aspx?postid=367207)

The Acid2 test is currently broken: I get scroll bars trying to view it. See comments (and links to a working mirror) here:

http://www.betanews.com/article/Latest_Firefox_beta_passes_Acid2_test_IE8_claims_to_pass_also/1198178648 (http://www.betanews.com/article/Latest_Firefox_beta_passes_Acid2_test_IE8_claims_to_pass_also/1198178648)

Congrats to the MS IE team.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 21, 2007, 05:59:41 PM
Nothing wrong with the link I posted. working just fine here with both Firefox and IE.  :)
By the way, MS made the announcement at about the same time Mozilla filed their lawsuit against MS for not complying
with code in their browser.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on December 21, 2007, 07:11:39 PM
The Acid2 test page is broken, not your link.  ;)

I thought Opera filed the lawsuit.  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 21, 2007, 10:30:31 PM
You may be right Frank.  :-[ :-[ ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 27, 2007, 10:50:37 PM
Ten free security utilities you should already be using (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/10FreeSecurityUtilities.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 27, 2007, 11:00:38 PM
Ten free security utilities you should already be using (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/10FreeSecurityUtilities.html)
No access joy... Can you post your another links?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on December 27, 2007, 11:02:45 PM
***

Tech - the link works for me using Opera9.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 27, 2007, 11:06:04 PM
Tech - the link works for me using Opera9.
I can't... something blocks these pages in my computer and I never discovered what...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 27, 2007, 11:17:04 PM
Tech don't feel bad, I can't access it on-line either and I own it.  :'(

Here's your alternate:
http://bob03160.livejournal.com/ (http://bob03160.livejournal.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 27, 2007, 11:26:38 PM
1: Secunia Personal Software Inspector: ok.
2: OpenDNS: give up, server down from time to time to me.
3: Active Virus Shield (free anti-virus): incompatible with avast. Never tested.
4: Haute Secure: new to me. Need to learn about it.
5: GMER anti-rootkit: too advanced for my knowledge. I only use if someone else analyze the results.
6: Netcraft Toolbar: tried in the past, by Polonus' advice. Give up.
7: File Shredder: I use Eraser.
8: CCleaner: ok.
9: PC Decrapifier: ok.
10: NoScript for Firefox: must have.

Thanks Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 28, 2007, 12:20:36 AM
Quote
2: OpenDNS: give up, server down from time to time to me.
I've been using this for close to 1 year without any problems.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 29, 2007, 04:17:57 PM
The top 5 things a New Mac User needs to know.

http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Mac/Top5.html (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Mac/Top5.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2007, 05:43:09 PM
Giveaway of the Day Top 10 of the year 2007
01    EverNote
02    Advanced WindowsCare Professional
03    Premium Booster
04    VideoGet
05    Aimersoft DVD Ripper
06    Watermark Factory
07    Glary Utilities
08    Elprime Media Recovery
09    ConceptDraw
10    Aston
http://blog.giveawayoftheday.com/giveaway-of-the-day-top-10-of-the-year-2007/ (http://blog.giveawayoftheday.com/giveaway-of-the-day-top-10-of-the-year-2007/)

Get them while you can. :)


Sorry, Not Available Any More   ---- One Day To Late.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 30, 2007, 06:23:56 PM
Get them while you can. :)
They're not available anymore :P
This software was available as a giveaway on ..., this giveaway is not available any more.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2007, 06:40:16 PM
Get them while you can. :)
They're not available anymore :P
This software was available as a giveaway on ..., this giveaway is not available any more.
Sorry about that.   A day late.... :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 30, 2007, 06:42:02 PM
Sorry about that.   A day late.... :'(
I feel sorry too... good software lost...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2007, 07:03:26 PM
Sorry about that.   A day late.... :'(
I feel sorry too... good software lost...
If you had gone here (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/) yesterday, you would have known about it.

Obviously, I didn't check it either.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on January 01, 2008, 08:30:45 PM
Help for bored computers

Do you ever worry that your computer might get bored when you're not using it?

Fortunately, Folding@Home (http://folding.stanford.edu) has plenty of work for your computer. Just download some software, and your processor is kept busy when you're not using it.

What is Folding@Home (http://folding.stanford.edu)? It's a project run by Stanford University. The goal is to understand better diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer's. You can read up on the specifics on the Folding@Home (http://folding.stanford.edu) site.

I urge you to help the project by joining the project. Anyone who has been touched by these devastating diseases will understand the importance of the project's goals. And it takes so very little effort to help.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 03, 2008, 03:51:07 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MySharedFiles/WindowsXPSP3v3264.png)

Should you 'Upgrade from Vista to XP SP3'.
More details available at:
http://go.infopackets.com/e20080102-14 (http://go.infopackets.com/e20080102-14)

You can download the latest version of Windows XP3 from Microsoft:
http://download.microsoft.com/download/a/e/4/ae43e777-d69b-4b96-b554-d1a2a0f40fac/windowsxp-kb936929-sp3-x86-enu.exe (http://download.microsoft.com/download/a/e/4/ae43e777-d69b-4b96-b554-d1a2a0f40fac/windowsxp-kb936929-sp3-x86-enu.exe)

I've also added the latest Beta to MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/). Look for:
windowsxp-kb936929-sp3-x86-enu.exe

More screenshots available at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Updating2XP-SP3.html (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Updating2XP-SP3.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 04, 2008, 02:59:11 AM
Microsoft charges customers for free services
 (http://windowssecrets.com/comp/080103/#story1)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2008, 12:17:49 AM
Enable 3D Desktop in Windows XP, 95, 98, Me and 2000 with Madotate (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/3dDeskto4Windows.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 06, 2008, 06:38:18 PM
Enable 3D Desktop in Windows XP, 95, 98, Me and 2000 with Madotate (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/3dDeskto4Windows.html)
Does it work on Vista? I don't seem to have the 3D effects available in my laptop... maybe a hardware miss.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2008, 06:47:09 PM
If you like the graphics on Vista, this program is designed to make them available
to you using the older Windows operating systems.

I haven't tried installing it on Vista but it's worth a try since I have a system that also doesn't meet the graphics
requirements.  Will let you know what happens.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 06, 2008, 07:26:46 PM
I haven't tried installing it on Vista but it's worth a try since I have a system that also doesn't meet the graphics requirements.  Will let you know what happens.  ;D
I'm pretty curious...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2008, 07:30:59 PM
I've installed Madotate on Vista which has  a graphics card that's not up to Vista Ultimate's requirements.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/FreeWareFromTheWWW/MadotateOnVista.png)

You be the judge  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 06, 2008, 08:29:31 PM
Well, it works for me... but I thought it will do more on transparency or desktop effects... anyway, I'll keep it. It won't harm.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on January 07, 2008, 07:44:59 PM
Although this has nothing to do with Software or System News, I still decided to post it here...


It's huge, thick, it's a monitor and it's curved... incredible .02ms response time response time only! Gamers will enjoy  ;D Miha, want something like this ?  ;D  ;D  ;D

(Video available on the page)

http://gizmodo.com/341413/alienware-curved-monitor-looks-like-its-from-another-planet (http://gizmodo.com/341413/alienware-curved-monitor-looks-like-its-from-another-planet)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2008, 09:52:30 PM
Sasha,
They neglected to mention a price  ??? ;D ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 18, 2008, 04:17:47 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/instaSaver.png)

instaSaver.com (http://www.instasaver.com/) enables you to instantly create Animated Slideshow Screensavers online.
Use it to create your personal screensaver, a memorable screensaver for your friends,
a 'fan' screensaver for your website visitors, etc. It is as easy as 1-2-3.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on January 19, 2008, 07:44:54 AM
***

Sasha,
They neglected to mention a price  ??? ;D ???

I would bet you do not want to know the price!    ;D :o


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: TedNelly on January 19, 2008, 09:33:24 AM
ADrive online Storage

Store up to 50GB for free

http://www.adrive.com/ (http://www.adrive.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 30, 2008, 11:43:01 PM
For all those who use Yahoo:

Yahoo Sign In Seal (https://login.yahoo.com/config/login)
This helps to protect you from phishing attempts while using yahoo.
"A sign-in seal is a secret between the computer you set it up on and Yahoo!.
So when you sign in to Yahoo! from this computer, your sign-in seal tells you
that you're seeing a genuine Yahoo! site, not a phishing site."

Here's a sample of what it looks like after the Sign In Seal is set up:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/mysigninseal.png)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2008, 03:12:35 AM
Even SSL Gmail can get sidejacked (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=842&tag=nl.e622)

Careful, it's getting to be a dangerous world out there..... :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2008, 11:20:39 PM
Microsoft makes $44.6 billion bid for Yahoo (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=7848&tag=nl.e589)

Wish I had some Yahoo stock...  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on February 05, 2008, 04:05:55 AM
Intel releases details on new 45nm "Silverthorne" Processor

Consumes less than 2W of Power and delivers performance equal to the first Pentium M processors. Also supports Hyperthreading (I was wondering when Intel would bring that back)

Intel wants to see this used in high end Smart Phones and Mobile Internet Devices like the iPhone, Blackberry, etc.

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/02/04/intel_dishes_new_details_on_apple_bound_silverthorne_chip.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2008, 05:54:42 PM
Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=75ED934C-8423-4386-AD98-36B124A720AA&displaylang=en)

I've found this to be very stable.

One great use for this is to update systems that either have no internet access or,
only have dialup access.

I've added this file to a usb drive and use it to update the computers at our Senior Center.
Once this is done, there is currently only one recommended update left at the
windows update site.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on February 10, 2008, 06:22:58 PM
Interesting, a little meaty at a 336.1 MB download for my dial-up connection ;D
I guess I will have to get it another way.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on February 10, 2008, 10:57:06 PM
DavidR,

Here in the USA many restaurants, coffee shops & libraries have free WIFI, most even allow us to use their electricity.  If you have a laptop you could download SP3 there, I once saw a man bring in his desktop into a restaurant.  You would get a few stares if you brought a desktop into a restaurant! ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on February 11, 2008, 12:10:34 AM
Not so many wifi points in coffee shops in the UK outside major cities and major coffee shop outlets. it would also be a little difficult carrying my tower PC with my broken wrist ;D

I just wonder if my local library has broadband, much less a PC.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 13, 2008, 04:00:01 PM
This morning, I updated my laptop which uses Windows Vista to SP1
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/VistaSP1Update.png)

Although the proccess is lenghty, it went off without a hitch.
It took almost an our to complete.

To be totally fair, when you first start the update process, it does tell you that this could
take over 1 hr to complete.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: PsychoRich on February 16, 2008, 04:04:31 AM
Yeah

I'm getting ready to do mine as we speak; a friend just grabbed it off MSDN, and I was curious if I should uninstall my avast av first.

I take it you did not?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2008, 05:43:51 AM
Yeah

I'm getting ready to do mine as we speak; a friend just grabbed it off MSDN, and I was curious if I should uninstall my avast av first.

I take it you did not?
Before installing, I disabled or paused all my scanning programs which included pausing the standard shield of avast!  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2008, 05:40:15 PM
Email Trace (http://www.ip-adress.com/trace_email/)
Is it possible to find the origin of an email? Yes, it is!
Simply Copy and Paste below the email header of the message.
We will pinpoint you the location of the senders IP address.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on February 16, 2008, 10:11:46 PM
***

Email Trace may work within the US but it does not work correctly outside of the US. I have an email from Mexico City that I traced with NeoTrace back to MC but Email Trace only traced it back to Monterey which is probably where it left Mexico.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: ght1 on February 16, 2008, 11:25:41 PM
Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=75ED934C-8423-4386-AD98-36B124A720AA&displaylang=en)

I've found this to be very stable.

But it is a beta version?!  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2008, 11:29:57 PM
Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=75ED934C-8423-4386-AD98-36B124A720AA&displaylang=en)

I've found this to be very stable.

But it is a beta version?!  ???

The name itself makes that quite clear. 
Quote
Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate

The official release isn't due till next year.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: ght1 on February 17, 2008, 10:15:45 AM
The official release isn't due till next year.

Because i don't want to wait, i try it today and hope the best  :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 18, 2008, 02:58:55 PM
Patched Firefox Still Vulnerable (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,142372/article.html?tk=nl_wbxnws)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on February 18, 2008, 06:48:28 PM
Patched Firefox Still Vulnerable (http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,142372/article.html?tk=nl_wbxnws)

Or not:

Quote
It is being downplayed now as "false alarm, go to bed..":
http://robert.accettura.com/archives/2008/02/10/false-alarm-go-back-to-bed/

polonus

P.S. I leave NoScript on, just to be secure...

Damian

http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=33211.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=33211.0)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on February 18, 2008, 10:41:09 PM
same here for leaving NoScript on Damian ;)
 
https://preview.addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/
Firefox 3 Add-ons new site coming soon....thought this would be of interest ::) :o
In the coming months Mozilla will be shipping the Firefox 3 browser, and with that comes a redesigned add-ons site. A preview of the new add-ons site is currently available, and I have to say that it is head over heels better than the current site. Things like the search box really stand out, and search results are laid out in a more friendly format.
The thing that I find impressive with the new site is the fluid integration of the sandboxed add-ons. On the current site you have to login before you can see results from any extensions in the sandbox, but now they are shown side-by-side with the rest of the search results. On the revised site you’ll still need to login to your account before being able to download a sandboxed add-on, but merging the two types of results together is a nice touch. When browsing through the categories, however, there will be a checkbox in the upper-right corner of results which needs to be checked before seeing any of the sandboxed extensions.
One thing that I’m still disappointed with is that you can’t choose how you want your search results sorted. If you’re browsing a category you can sort by name, date, downloads, or rating, but search results have no such options. The current site doesn’t even allow that, but I was hoping with the next revision that they would throw this in.

(http://i29.tinypic.com/2i8hgyr.png)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on February 18, 2008, 10:46:37 PM
http://www.piclens.com/site/firefox/win/
also just installed on firefox and is excellent ;)

(http://i29.tinypic.com/72sqw2.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on February 19, 2008, 12:10:16 AM
Hi Dan,

I like it a lot also, it works right in both Firefox and inside Flock with Google and yahoo, especially the pics on Titanic are great,

Damian
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2008, 02:46:51 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/VistavsXP2.png)

Vista SP1 vs. XP SP2 - Benchmarked (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=42337299-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Quote
Looking at the data there’s only one conclusion that can be drawn - Windows XP SP2 is faster than Windows Vista SP1.  End of story.

This is the main reason why I still do most of my work on Windows XP.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Abraxas on February 19, 2008, 03:36:53 PM
The official release isn't due till next year.

Because i don't want to wait, i try it today and hope the best  :D
I've heard of a few reports from people I know who couldn't wait and installed Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate , resulting with System slowdown and subsequent uninstallation  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: ght1 on February 19, 2008, 09:24:02 PM
Windows XP Service Pack 3 Release Candidate , resulting with System slowdown and subsequent uninstallation  ???

No problems and no slow system until now  :-*
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on February 20, 2008, 01:53:20 PM
This is the main reason why I still do most of my work on Windows XP.  :)
Some other opinions...
http://blogs.computerworld.com/vista_sp1_slow
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on February 20, 2008, 04:33:28 PM
This is the main reason why I still do most of my work on Windows XP.  :)
Some other opinions...
http://blogs.computerworld.com/vista_sp1_slow

That's exactly what I was talking about:

Quote
Microsoft has been promoting Vista's SP1 as a big performance booster compared to pre-SP1 Vista, particularly when copying files. But my preliminary tests show that Vista SP1 can be as much as 20% slower than pre-SP1 when it comes to copying files. And XP's copying speed leaves both in the dust.

I found that copying a large file -- 2.49 GB -- to a local folder under SP1 Vista was 20% slower than performing the same operation in pre-SP1 Vista.
...
...

What hurts the most is the fact that it simply does not look like there is any sign of light at the end of this tunnel. Don't get me wrong, I want Vista to work fine, I have it installed on both of my PC machines, but I am not afraid to complain if it doesn't work properly. How long it will take them to fix this thing finally ? Should we really give up on this OS, and wait for something better in the future ?

Or should we simply make a step back, that is actually a huge step forward;

Quote
XP outperforms both versions of Vista by a wide margin. I found that it's three times as fast as both versions of Vista copying a folder of files to a local disk, and more than twice as fast as both versions of Vista when copying a folder of files to a network folder...
...
...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Abraxas on February 22, 2008, 02:28:26 AM
Personally I feel Vista is still , "a work in progress" . Just my personal opinion . I wont use it , Win XP is still a great OS and I see no need to waste my time with expensive Hardware and Software upgrades . Just my feelings on the matter , which to Vista users I'm sure are rather backward , let it be .
 Vista successor, Windows 7 to be released next year? (http://apcmag.com/7874/windows_7_to_be_released_next_year)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on February 27, 2008, 04:21:26 PM
today only on the giveaway of the day site....installed it and no problem or conflict at all 8)
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/ had no problem getting the FREE one year license :D
http://forum.emsisoft.com/Default.aspx?g=posts&t=2760
++below from link above++
Mamutu has been used without troubles in combination with the following security tools:
# AntiVir (Avira)
# Avast (Alwil)
# AVG (Grisoft)
# BitDefender AV/IS (Softwin)
# CA Internet Security
# Comodo Firewall
# Kaspersky AV
# NOD32 (Eset)
# Norton AV (Symantec)
# Outpost Firewall (Agnitum)
# SpySweeper with/without Antivirus (Webroot)
# Windows Defender (Microsoft)
3 of which i use above-avast!of course and comodo firewall and windows defender :)
http://www.mamutu.com/en/software/mamutu/

(http://i25.tinypic.com/x5tmwk.jpg) 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on February 27, 2008, 10:29:39 PM
***

For those who do not click on the link, here is a quote about the program from the web page ...

Quote
Mamutu monitors in realtime all active programs for dangerous behavior and blocks malicious activities. It recognizes new and unknown Trojans, Backdoors, Keyloggers, Worms, Viruses, Spyware, Adware and Rootkits (Zero-Day attacks), without the need of daily signature updates. Mamutu gives you full control over internal system activities. It’s small but very powerful. Mamutu saves resources and does not slow down the PC.



***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 02, 2008, 11:00:36 PM
Going to the bathroom used to be boring. Quiet*. A loss of productivity. 
 
Introducing The Air Poo™... 
 
Site requires Flush Flash. 
 
* if no gas was involved
http://airpoo.com/ click on take a tour ;D
and then click on the items listed to see more....
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: greg_ on March 03, 2008, 06:19:42 PM
ADrive online Storage

Store up to 50GB for free

http://www.adrive.com/ (http://www.adrive.com/)


Checked out ADrive.com and got the free 50GB of storage. Thanks tednelly.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 06, 2008, 04:10:28 PM
Some links to keep you informed and alerted:

Email Tracing and IP Tools (http://www.ip-adress.com)

Click here for email tracing.
http://www.ip-adress.com/trace_email/

Did you check your bandwidth speed today?
http://www.ip-adress.com/speedtest/
 (http://www.ip-adress.com/speedtest/)
Check your proxy.
http://www.ip-adress.com/Proxy_Checker/
 (http://www.ip-adress.com/Proxy_Checker/)
And here is all about your IP and your system:
http://www.ip-adress.com/whatismyip/
 (http://www.ip-adress.com/whatismyip/)

How much information are you sharing ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 07, 2008, 11:50:36 PM
A software roundup for all the Mac lovers on this forum (http://www.lockergnome.com/granit/2008/03/04/mac-apps-weekly-review/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 08, 2008, 03:47:28 AM
Be a Beta Tester... try out the latest Firefox 3 Beta (http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all-beta.html)! Let us know if you find a bug or if you have any feedback by using Hendrix (http://hendrix.mozilla.org/).  You can also join us for any of our upcoming Test Days (http://quality.mozilla.org/events/test-days) if you want to work with the Mozilla QA team on specific issues or have any questions for us.  If you would like to help with future releases, join our betatesters mailing list (http://wiki.mozilla.org/QA/Community/Betatesters_Mailing_List).  Thanks!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: oldman on March 08, 2008, 04:07:59 AM
Quote
And here is all about your IP and your system:
http://www.ip-adress.com/whatismyip/

Well I guess I'm safe from being traked down.
1. not in the town indicated
2. never been there
3. don't plan on ever going there.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 08, 2008, 03:11:03 PM
The Town indicated surely is the location of the ISP server and not the user.
The system information is the only thing directly related to the user.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: oldman on March 08, 2008, 03:27:48 PM
I did one of these when I was on dialup. The results where what I expected, the nearest town. On hi speed, the location now indicated, is 300-400 hundred miles away, in a rather remote area. Just interesting.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 09, 2008, 12:51:14 AM
Apparently something happens to the definitions in Windows Defender that stops updating from working.
 
(http://tim.malloroy.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/wdss.thumbnail.JPG) (http://tim.malloroy.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/wdss.JPG)
Click to enlarge
The following command line procedure corrects it.

   1. Type Windows-R (Hold the Windows or start key and type an R) to bring up the run dialog box.
   2. Type in cmd.exe and the press ctrl-alt-enter to run it as Administrator.
      It may ask for escalation privileges so type in your password and press enter if it does.
   3. Use the cd command to change to the Windows Defender directory:
      cd “\Program Files\Windows Defender”
   4. Run the following commands:
      mpcmdrun -RemoveDefinitions -All
      mpcmdrun -SignatureUpdate

(http://tim.malloroy.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/wdcmdss.thumbnail.JPG) (http://tim.malloroy.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/wdcmdss.JPG)
Click to enlarge

Thanks to Tim Malloroy (http://tim.malloroy.com/) for this excellent tip.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 09, 2008, 01:20:57 AM
my windows defender definitions updates is working just fine bob and has never done that at all ::) ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 09, 2008, 01:45:51 AM
my windows defender definitions updates is working just fine bob and has never done that at all ::) ;)
Then at the moment, you don't need this information. If the problem should ever happen,
remember where to find the fix.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 09, 2008, 01:18:41 PM
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/
nice giveaway on the site today-march 9th-installed it and looks like a winpatrol plus extras :)
AnVir Task Manager gives full information about process, services, TCP/UPD connections, drivers, DLLs. It has descriptions for 70 000+ startup programs and services. It detects new and unknown Trojans using security analysis and alerts on new startups. It can speed up boot time (Delayed Startup), balance CPU usage, optimize memory. Tray icons shows status of disk, network, memory, CPU. Tray menu keeps last launched programs and folders. Also users can hide windows to system tray, set windows ‘always on top’, and change windows transparency.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2008, 08:43:16 PM
Firefox 3 Beta 4: Five times faster than IE 7 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Burnette/?p=548&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 12, 2008, 09:23:31 PM
Firefox 3 Beta 4: Five times faster than IE 7 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Burnette/?p=548&tag=nl.e622)
It's a pity that a lot of extension aren't prepared for v.3 yet...
(Hint: I've read Polonus's thread about disabling the verification, but even disabled, some extension simple do not work on v.3).
It's great to see browsing speed is improved in Firefox.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2008, 10:45:08 PM
Quote
It's a pity that a lot of extension aren't prepared for v.3 yet...
That's the main reason I'm not using the latest version.
version 2.0.0.12 may not be as fast and it may be a memory hog but, the security blanket extensions work.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 12, 2008, 10:56:53 PM
Somebody once said something rather unkind about doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.

This a still a beta- if you want extensions, wait for the final.

http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=31681.msg268733#msg268733 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=31681.msg268733#msg268733)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2008, 11:26:25 PM
Quote
This a still a beta- if you want extensions, wait for the final.
Beta is to work out bugs. That includes any problems with Add-ons.
It would be nice to start working on this before it becomes final.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 13, 2008, 09:19:12 AM
Quote
Beta is to work out bugs. That includes any problems with Add-ons.

That's clearly not Mozilla's policy:

Quote
Extensions installed under Firefox 2 may be incompatible and/or require updates to work with Firefox 3 Beta 1. Please report any issues to the maintainer of the extension. When you install Firefox 3 Beta 1 all of your Extensions and Themes will be disabled until Firefox 3 Beta 1 determines that either a) they are compatible with the Firefox 3 Beta 1 release or b) there are newer versions available that are compatible.

Quote
Poorly designed or incompatible extensions can cause problems with your browser, including make it crash, slow down page display, etc.

http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/3.0b1/releasenotes/#extensions (http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/3.0b1/releasenotes/#extensions)

Trying to test extensions on a beta version of a browser will cause problems: the user will experience problems which neither the user or Mozilla will know the cause of- the extension or the browser- resulting in total confusion in beta bug reports.

It's pretty clear that Mozilla wants most users to test extensions against the final version when extensions will be re-enabled. As Polonus I think pointed out, you can sometimes override the disabling of extensions to test them out with the beta, but there's no expectation that they will work: many extension writers are going to wait for the final version of Firefox 3 and write for and test on that. As DavidR pointed out before:

Quote
Even in the final release there may be extensions that don't work and you may need to hack them about a bit to get them to work.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 13, 2008, 01:33:55 PM
Quote
That's clearly not Mozilla's policy:
Sheer stupidity on their part IMHO  ;D

This attitude will only delay the full acceptance of the latest version by many users.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 13, 2008, 01:36:08 PM
Pure Networks (Wireless Network)  Security Scan (http://www.purenetworks.com/securityscan/)

Most online security tests look only at an individual PC, which can leave your wireless network vulnerable. Pure Networks Security Scan, a FREE tool, finds potential wireless network security and Internet security vulnerabilities across your entire network.
(Pure Networks Security Scan requires Internet Explorer 6 or later.)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 13, 2008, 02:15:29 PM
Quote
That's clearly not Mozilla's policy:
Sheer stupidity on their part IMHO  ;D

This attitude will only delay the full acceptance of the latest version by many users.

And how exactly should Mozilla separate bugs caused by incompatible extensions and bugs in the beta itself, if they decide to follow your advice and allow extensions to run on the beta?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 14, 2008, 12:09:35 PM
Strange
While checking out a new search engine, I came accross the following:
http://www.novosadski.net/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=15455#p94098
Damien,
Can you shed any further light on this? I believe it's in polish. :)

By the way, the search engine I was testing is called RedZee (http://www.redzee.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 14, 2008, 01:39:36 PM
I like the clean uncluttered lines of the RedZee search site, but using .swf file (which I block by default) to display a carton pink striped jumping horse is a total waste of bandwidth and shows a lack of consideration for dial-up users.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 14, 2008, 03:17:34 PM
David,
It's a Zeebra not a striped horse....  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 14, 2008, 03:35:58 PM
Great graphics then and I guess the RedZee(bra).com domain doesn't work as a clue ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 14, 2008, 10:08:18 PM
For Apple users only
MultiFireFox (http://downloads.zdnet.com/download.aspx?docid=346837)
MultiFireFox is a launcher app that runs both the stable Firefox 2 and the beta version of Firefox 3
at the same time.
License: Free
A request for a windows version has been made.  :)

More info here (http://www.dangerouslyawesome.com/2008/02/22/more-than-one-firefox-beta-to-rule-them-all-a-dave-martorana-concoction/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 14, 2008, 10:10:20 PM
A request for a windows version has been made.  :)
Thanks Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 18, 2008, 12:35:42 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Safe.png)
 (http://www.getsafeonline.org/nqcontent.cfm?a_id=1446)
Click to take the test

Hope you get the same score. :)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Secure.png)

If not, which question stumped you?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: TedNelly on March 18, 2008, 07:47:43 AM
If not, which question stumped you?

The very first question? "Just how safe are you?"  Safe at what I thought ;) ;D

Easy but a very good test to pass onto new users

Cheers
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on March 19, 2008, 09:00:27 AM
***

I got the same score as you, Bob, with 10 out of 10 correct.

It is an easy test for those of use who are literate at computer security.

As tednelly said, it is a good test for new users and those who are not computer security aware.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 19, 2008, 02:02:08 PM
Quote
As tednelly said, it is a good test for new users and those who are not computer security aware.
That was the main reason for passing this along.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 19, 2008, 03:14:49 PM
If you use Google's Picassa (http://picasa.google.com/), you need this!

18 Free Picasa Flash and HTML templates to showcase your photos (http://www.paulvanroekel.nl/picasa/index.asp)
Here are some Picasa web templates to create web Flash and HTML photo galleries
and slideshows using Google's Picasa without any knowledge of Flash, HTML,
CSS and Javascript. Use these free templates to showcase your photos and images.

Download and install all templates the easy way:
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2008, 01:28:37 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/WebrootDesktopFirewall.png) (http://www.webroot.com/forms/wdfformhdlr.php?formname=desktopfirewall)

A free registration is required to have the download link
and key code emailed to you.

I don't know how long this offer will be available.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 25, 2008, 03:04:56 AM
remember bob i used to use it and it wasn't that great and i wonder how it is in the tests end part of it compared to comodo and pctools and such ??? ::) :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2008, 04:21:44 PM
remember bob i used to use it and it wasn't that great and i wonder how it is in the tests end part of it compared to comodo and pctools and such ??? ::) :)
I have no idea. Just passing along a bargain.  :)
Maybe someone who has tested this version can give us that information.  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2008, 04:23:01 PM
What Microsoft can teach Apple about software updates (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=405&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 26, 2008, 10:33:43 PM
What's your IP address ???
http://www.ip-adress.com/ (http://www.ip-adress.com/)
A quick way to check it and also see a
Google Map of where your ISP is located.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 28, 2008, 03:16:24 PM
Windows Search 4.0 Preview (http://windowsvistablog.com/blogs/windowsvista/archive/2008/03/27/announcing-the-windows-search-4-0-preview.aspx)
A comprehensive description and the download links are available at:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/940157
Also available direct from MySharedFiles (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/) at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/WindowsSearch-KB940157-XP-x86-enu.exe
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 28, 2008, 04:12:27 PM
What Microsoft can teach Apple about software updates (http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=405&tag=nl.e622)
No different than having to uncheck a toolbar install option in a freeware app like a Firewall or AntiSpyware app, etc.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on March 28, 2008, 06:16:56 PM
LOL, Kyle I just noticed your signature... of course it is not perfect - it can run Windows!  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 28, 2008, 10:53:15 PM
Firefox 4 will push out the edges of the browser (http://www.webware.com/8301-1_109-9904867-2.html?tag=nl.e404)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 29, 2008, 02:31:47 PM
Apple Bad Habits Punish Windows Users (http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 30, 2008, 03:35:31 AM
Apple Bad Habits Punish Windows Users (http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/)


No Different than having to uncheck google toolbar in some programs.
Plus Apple even told in advance at last years Developers Conference that this was how they were going to distribute it
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: lee16 on March 30, 2008, 01:50:54 PM
Quote
No Different than having to uncheck google toolbar in some programs.
Plus Apple even told in advance at last years Developers Conference that this was how they were going to distribute it

If you can't beat them, join them ;D

I must admit i not see what the fuss is all about though, its not exactly hard to uncheck the box, or press quit, or just select it not to appear there anymore.

--lee
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 30, 2008, 04:05:14 PM
Apple Bad Habits Punish Windows Users (http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/)


No Different than having to uncheck google toolbar in some programs.
Plus Apple even told in advance at last years Developers Conference that this was how they were going to distribute it

Exactly, both are wrong. The default option should be unchecked. If you want the added program or toolbar or whatever,
you have to check the add box.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2008, 04:16:12 PM
PC Pitstop Bandwidth Speed Test (http://pcpitstop.com/internet/bw.asp)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Speed.png)

I know Dan, yours is faster and David on dial up probably doesn't even show up.  ;D  ;D

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: essexboy on April 13, 2008, 04:35:42 PM
Download Speed: 6841 kbps (855.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 343 kbps (42.9 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 183 ms

Hmm seems OK to me as the max that I am supposed to get is 8Mb

But I am at the end of the country
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 13, 2008, 04:38:52 PM
Mine is not that fast at Washington server:
Download Speed: 3856 kbps (482 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 386 kbps (48.3 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 159 ms
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 13, 2008, 05:02:28 PM
I just had to try this for my amusement and to see if the speedo dial got of zero, it did, just ;D

Though the test on upload is somewhat in error (11.5 times faster than download) as on dial-up the maximum is 33,600 bits per second. So here is my image to brighten your day, emjoy.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 13, 2008, 07:14:35 PM
Washington, DC server:
Download Speed: 9300 kbps (1162.5 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 1592 kbps (199 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 173 ms

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 13, 2008, 07:23:44 PM
Just for the fun of it:

London, UK server:
Download Speed: 3731 kbps (466.4 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 1033 kbps (129.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 433 ms

Dallas, TX server:
Download Speed: 6370 kbps (796.3 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 1371 kbps (171.4 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 192 ms

Los Angeles, CA server:
Download Speed: 5512 kbps (689 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 1117 kbps (139.6 KB/sec transfer rate)
Latency: 229 ms

I'm about 200miles from DC.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 13, 2008, 11:03:11 PM
Just for the fun of it
Seems that speed measures are inconclusive ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2008, 11:49:47 PM
Just for the fun of it
Seems that speed measures are inconclusive ???
The reason there is a difference Tech can best be described by an old Realtors term:
Location, Location, Location

The distance between your Location and the Location of the test server.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 14, 2008, 12:01:32 AM
The distance between your Location and the Location of the test server.
I thought the service will take this into account and return the 'real' speed... if not, the only way to test is using a server some kilometers from your computer...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 14, 2008, 12:16:25 AM
It isn't the physical distance so much as the number of servers that the packets go through (hops) which effects the Latency. So it can't really apply a factor for distance and why apply a corrected speed when in the real world that isn't what happens.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 14, 2008, 03:35:40 AM
mine to the Washington was this...,
and then to London....
click on pics to Supersize ::)

Davidr-how long does it takes for a web page to load on that fast speed of yours ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on April 14, 2008, 05:59:39 AM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/259102428.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)


Not as good as yours Dan.

Try speedtest, they have more servers to choose from.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on April 14, 2008, 09:28:52 AM
Lots of hops for me!
ADSL, LA -->> Sydney (Australia, not Nova Scotia)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: oldman on April 15, 2008, 03:55:45 AM
From this I conclude that everyone please move to the left side of NA and no point in me going across the atlantic.

Washington Download Speed: 821 kbps (102.6 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Upload Speed: 489 kbps (61.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Latency: 193 ms

LA         Download Speed: 1283 kbps (160.4 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Upload Speed: 538 kbps (67.3 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Latency: 95 ms


Dallas     Download Speed: 1294 kbps (161.8 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Upload Speed: 517 kbps (64.6 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Latency: 137 ms

London     Download Speed: 625 kbps (78.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Upload Speed: 353 kbps (44.1 KB/sec transfer rate)
           Latency: 425 ms


DavidR, on dial up I could usually get 4666-5000
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: avatar2005 on April 18, 2008, 01:36:02 PM
Davidr-how long does it takes for a web page to load on that fast speed of yours ;D

I can't say about David, but I can say about me -- my speed test was pretty much the same as David, just about 2 months ago. In my case it takes about 3-5 minutes to load a simple web page & 10-15 minutes in case of Java/flash pages. 8)
Now the thongs are going better, with my jump on to ADSL connection  8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 21, 2008, 11:45:36 AM
Return of the Mac Clones? (http://blogs.pcworld.com/staffblog/archives/006792.html?tk=nl_wbxblg)
More information also available here (http://www.psystar.com/)
There might still be a "Mac" in my computing future...... :) :)

(http://www.psystar.com/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/opendefault.jpg)

Another source (http://www.psystar.com/index.php?&page=shop.product_details&category_id=3&flypage=flypage_images.tpl&product_id=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=72)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 21, 2008, 05:43:34 PM
Yeah but don't forget that what they are doing is ILLEGAL under Apples EULA and as such they have a imminent lawsuit comming from Apples legal tem.

Also their own Credit Card processing Company cut them off for shady behavior:
http://www.macworld.com/article/133079/2008/04/psystar.html

plus they have changed their physical addres smultiple times over the last few days:
http://www.macworld.com/article/133036/2008/04/psystar.html

A very shady company that will not last long anyway as Apple never granted them a licence to sell the Mac OS.

And  Bob, its Clear you want a Mac so why not just get one. The price is as good as its going to get, you are not going to get Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware. Everyone who bough this "Clone" will find out that it most likely will stop working when the 10.5.3 update is released and they will have to support from Apple since it is a illegally modified install.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 21, 2008, 06:06:45 PM
No, I think Bob wants OSX but not a Mac ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 21, 2008, 06:56:41 PM
No, I think Bob wants OSX but not a Mac ;D

Which is impossible under the terms of Apple's EULA.

see this article:
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/Psystars-Open-Computer-A-400-Rotten-Apple-Scam-62627.html?welcome=1208796721
Quote
Apple's End User License Agreement explicitly states that its operating system can be installed only on an Apple-labeled computer.

"Apple has very clear license provisions that clearly prohibit what Psystar is doing," Tim Connors, a partner at the Cleveland-based law firm of Calfee, told MacNewsWorld.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 21, 2008, 08:05:45 PM
No, I think Bob wants OSX but not a Mac ;D
100% right David. I already own hardware that's capable of running OSX and see no reason
to purchase more hardware just to make someone else rich.  ;D

Quote
Apple has very clear license provisions that clearly prohibit what Psystar is doing," Tim Connors, a partner at the Cleveland-based law firm of Calfee, told MacNewsWorld.
Mac rules are made to be broken or, they can be changes and the same holds true for laws.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 22, 2008, 05:21:18 AM
No, I think Bob wants OSX but not a Mac ;D
100% right David. I already own hardware that's capable of running OSX and see no reason
to purchase more hardware just to make someone else rich.  ;D

Quote
Apple has very clear license provisions that clearly prohibit what Psystar is doing," Tim Connors, a partner at the Cleveland-based law firm of Calfee, told MacNewsWorld.
Mac rules are made to be broken or, they can be changes and the same holds true for laws.  :)

Unless your hardware is using intel's EFI Technology it does not support running OS X without modifying the kernel and since EFI is only supported on certain versions of Windows I highly doubt your system uses EFI, most likely it still uses the older BIOS technology (EFI is designed to replace BIOS)

And even if your machine had the correct hardware, Apple's EULA still forbids you to install it on non-Apple hardware. If you do somehow get it to work it won't work for long, if a OS update replaces one of the files that were modified to get the OS to run on the non-Apple hardware you would have to re-install the OS to get the machine to boot again :P (And 10.5.3 should be released any week now)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 25, 2008, 11:10:32 PM
The Top 75 Open Source Security Apps (http://www.esecurityplanet.com/best_practices/article.php/11779_3741146_1)

Which are your favorites ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: avatar2005 on April 26, 2008, 08:19:47 PM
My 1st ISP -- UARNet use AMaVis for checking inbound & outgoing mail, than my previous ISP www.zadarma.com used ClamAV for the same reason. So my conclusion is -- OpenSource is very popular at various ISP's.
Rostyk.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 05, 2008, 03:51:15 PM
Oosah (http://www.oosah.com/index.php?ref=&pos=) lets you create customized multimedia slide shows (Oosahs) using Web videos and still images from your own hard drive,
or from major social networking and sharing sites such as Facebook and YouTube. Once you've collected the images you want to use,
you can drag and drop them onto a workspace and then add transitions and music. You can publish the finished product on your Web site
or on removable media (such as a DVD), or export it to PDF for printing out.

Here's an example of a little something I put together in a few minutes. (http://www.oosah.com/oosah.php?oosah_id=1710)

If you try this, why not add your creations here.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 06, 2008, 02:44:44 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Springnote.png)
Springnote (http://www.springnote.com/en)
This is a simple notebook application that comes with a collection of templates--calendars for to-do lists,
an event planner, a reading list, a recipe, and so on. It's easy to set up.

It's a handy tool.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 06, 2008, 11:43:48 PM
Mac OS 10.5.2 = Apple Vista? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=48928732-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Quote
I’ve heard many different complaints about Mac OS 10.5.2 since it was released, from my own Skype/podcasting problems to issues with just about everything else, including: printing, third-party wireless routers, software freezing and problems with Time Machine. The Apple discussion boards are littered with stories about all kinds of crawlers in 10.5.2, and while hardly an epidemic, they’re not exactly isolated incidents either.
Mac any comments ? Is this being corrected ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 08, 2008, 03:07:53 PM
Convert Your Webpage To PDF
With Html2pdf you can convert your webpage to a PDF document. Suitable for printing or to save a page
http://www.htm2pdf.co.uk/

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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on May 08, 2008, 07:53:23 PM
Mac OS 10.5.2 = Apple Vista? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=48928732-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Quote
I’ve heard many different complaints about Mac OS 10.5.2 since it was released, from my own Skype/podcasting problems to issues with just about everything else, including: printing, third-party wireless routers, software freezing and problems with Time Machine. The Apple discussion boards are littered with stories about all kinds of crawlers in 10.5.2, and while hardly an epidemic, they’re not exactly isolated incidents either.
Mac any comments ? Is this being corrected ?

I am not Kyle, but I can also give my input here...

Not a single issue they lined up here on my end. I really have no clue what they are talking about. Not a single issue with wireless routers and my router for sure is not Apple router, it is Netgear. Software freezing ? Maybe they should start buying original software, rather than using all kinds of cracks and patches made by who knows who  ;) Printing ? What are they talking about, are they nuts ? Problems with Time Machine ? Maybe they should learn how to use it first, and then go back to those threads and erase those posts so they don't have to feel ashamed.

If I'm having all those issues they are lying about on this page, I wouldn't work on my Apple and completely switched from my PC machine. Instead, I completely switched, not 99%, but whole 100% of my work is done on my Mac (Leopard 10.5.2). I would never ever go back to Tiger again. Even though Tiger is a rock solid OS, I found OS X Leopard to be a lot more responsive, faster, giving me a lot more useful features than Tiger.

Some people are having troubles and it will always be like that, but they should start thinking of replacing their dinosaur G4s and G5s with Intel based machines. We are getting more demanding applications every day, and no one is complaining, so why having so much fuss about OS that requires latest technology ? And still a lot less demanding that Vista is. To run Vista nicely you almost have to have one of those super high end machines otherwise your productivity may slow down to a crawl.

Edit: Author of the article may be just another MS lover out there... let's try to wash Vista's problems with this article...  ;D Too bad, nothing will wash it, not in recent future.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 09, 2008, 12:24:27 AM
Mac OS 10.5.2 = Apple Vista? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=48928732-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
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I’ve heard many different complaints about Mac OS 10.5.2 since it was released, from my own Skype/podcasting problems to issues with just about everything else, including: printing, third-party wireless routers, software freezing and problems with Time Machine. The Apple discussion boards are littered with stories about all kinds of crawlers in 10.5.2, and while hardly an epidemic, they’re not exactly isolated incidents either.
Mac any comments ? Is this being corrected ?

I am not Kyle, but I can also give my input here...

Not a single issue they lined up here on my end. I really have no clue what they are talking about. Not a single issue with wireless routers and my router for sure is not Apple router, it is Netgear. Software freezing ? Maybe they should start buying original software, rather than using all kinds of cracks and patches made by who knows who  ;) Printing ? What are they talking about, are they nuts ? Problems with Time Machine ? Maybe they should learn how to use it first, and then go back to those threads and erase those posts so they don't have to feel ashamed.

If I'm having all those issues they are lying about on this page, I wouldn't work on my Apple and completely switched from my PC machine. Instead, I completely switched, not 99%, but whole 100% of my work is done on my Mac (Leopard 10.5.2). I would never ever go back to Tiger again. Even though Tiger is a rock solid OS, I found OS X Leopard to be a lot more responsive, faster, giving me a lot more useful features than Tiger.

Some people are having troubles and it will always be like that, but they should start thinking of replacing their dinosaur G4s and G5s with Intel based machines. We are getting more demanding applications every day, and no one is complaining, so why having so much fuss about OS that requires latest technology ? And still a lot less demanding that Vista is. To run Vista nicely you almost have to have one of those super high end machines otherwise your productivity may slow down to a crawl.

Edit: Author of the article may be just another MS lover out there... let's try to wash Vista's problems with this article...  ;D Too bad, nothing will wash it, not in recent future.

Yeah 10.5.2 is stable for the most part. As for problems on Apple's Discussion board Ill say the same thing thats been said here before, only users with problems show up on those boards, if you look in the Avast home/Pro section of the forum you would think that avast was riddled with issues even though its quite stable.

Also For those that are having issues, the 10.5.3 update is due out by the end of the month
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on May 09, 2008, 08:58:16 AM
ZDNet's headlines are overblown: take them with a pinch of salt.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 10, 2008, 12:06:08 AM
ZDNet's headlines are overblown: take them with a pinch of salt.
Does that also apply when the subject matter is Microsoft ???   ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: szc on May 10, 2008, 12:57:37 AM
I would say yes. Regardless of who is it on their plate, they will always find something to complain about, even when there is little or nothing worth to complain about.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 11, 2008, 12:59:45 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/I%20Thought/SCoMatic.png)
Screencast-O-Matic (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/)
This online service enables you to create a screencast straight from your browser, and for anyone with basic needs,
Screencast-O-Matic will prove to be sufficient. Just select the size of the area that you want to record, include some real-time narration,
add notes of interest to specific parts of the recorded screencast in order to assist with navigation, and then either download the screencast
as a QuickTime movie or upload it to the site so that it can be seen and shared by everyone.
JAVA 1.5 or later required.
It's a great little tool to help others.  :)

Here's a little sample I put together:
http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cjh6oDVOy (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cjh6oDVOy)
This shows the functions available when right clicking the avast icon in the system tray.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 11, 2008, 01:38:33 PM
Nice review of avast! from Download.com in their DownloadBlog (http://www.download.com/8301-2007_4-9936632-12.html?tag=nl.e729).
Some of the comments received to this post are a little off the wall but, that's only my opinion....  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 11, 2008, 02:32:29 PM
Well it certainly provided some laughs, with one poster espousing the virtues of Norton and he got a good virtual kicking for his troubles ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 14, 2008, 02:13:06 PM
Defrag your Hard Drive to Speed Up your Anti Virus Program (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Antivirus_and_Defrag_White_Paper_ITPapers.pdf)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 14, 2008, 06:35:35 PM
http://www.snapfiles.com/reviews/wwtelescope/wwtelescope.html
Microsoft WorldWide Telescope
virtual telescope software
real nice :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 15, 2008, 03:53:03 PM
Defrag your Hard Drive to Speed Up your Anti Virus Program (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Antivirus_and_Defrag_White_Paper_ITPapers.pdf)
I'll take into account when people ask about 'on-demand scannings speed'. Thanks Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 15, 2008, 05:17:38 PM
Defrag your Hard Drive to Speed Up your Anti Virus Program (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Antivirus_and_Defrag_White_Paper_ITPapers.pdf)
I'll take into account when people ask about 'on-demand scannings speed'. Thanks Bob.
A good habit to get into is to schedule your full virus scans after you've completed a full defrag.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 15, 2008, 05:25:49 PM
I do a regular defrag once a month so it shouldn't get to fragmented I normally only do a Standard scan without archives so it isn't a big task anyway.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 15, 2008, 05:38:35 PM
David,
I have well over 500 Gig to scan including many archives so for me,
it's a pretty time consuming task. :)

MySharedFiles alone is almost 20 gig
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 15, 2008, 05:49:28 PM
I though you were running Disk-Keeper or some other resident defrag program ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 15, 2008, 11:31:54 PM
No, haven't done that for quite some time. Didn't really notice much of a difference.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 16, 2008, 02:08:41 PM
Utility Removes Old Java Versions and Checks for Updates

Java is similar to Flash in that the installation of new versions doesn't necessarily remove the old versions. This is a security risk because the old versions very often contain security flaws. Subscriber Yvon Houle has written to let me know about a tiny free utility called JavaRa that will check for and remove old Java JRE versions, and also check for the availability of new versions. I tried it and it worked like a charm. This is a simple free utility that should be part of every user's toolkit. It runs directly from the .exe without installation, so it's great for your USB drive as well. Freeware, Windows all, 24KB.
http://prm753.bchea.org/software.html

(quoted from Gizmo Richard's Support Alert Newsletter 15th May)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on May 17, 2008, 05:14:13 AM
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Nice Java utility, Tech ... thanks!    :)


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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 17, 2008, 03:14:27 PM
When you visit a web site, a lot of information about YOU and
your system is automatically available.
Click here to check it out:
What information do you give away while websurfing? (http://sendstudio.ip-adress.com/link.php?M=59811&N=24&L=16&F=H)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on May 18, 2008, 02:39:38 AM
When you visit a web site, a lot of information about YOU and
your system is automatically available.
Click here to check it out:
What information do you give away while websurfing? (http://sendstudio.ip-adress.com/link.php?M=59811&N=24&L=16&F=H)


Opera gives me a fraud warning when I click on your link above (What information do you give away while websurfing? (http://sendstudio.ip-adress.com/link.php?M=59811&N=24&L=16&F=H)).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 18, 2008, 02:47:39 AM
Not according to McAfee SiteAdvisor. I've been using that service for quite some time without any problems myself.  :)
http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/ip-adress.com?ref=safe&client_ver=FF_26.6_6265&locale=en-US&premium=false&client_type=FF&aff_id=0 (http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/ip-adress.com?ref=safe&client_ver=FF_26.6_6265&locale=en-US&premium=false&client_type=FF&aff_id=0)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 18, 2008, 03:50:51 AM
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I've been using that service for quite some time without any problems myself
same here-no problem ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 21, 2008, 07:20:12 PM
According to Research by NPD Group, Apple has a 66% Market share of Computers costing $1,000 or more. So when you throw out all the bottom feeding $200-300 cheap PCs Apples market share really isnt so small ;)
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Apple’s overall market share has been growing over the past few years, but according to market research company NPD Group, Apple is crushing the competiton when it comes to the retail sale of computers costing more than $1,000. Apple now commands a 66 percent share of that market for brick-and-mortar sales.

Perhaps most impressive is that the 66 percent share applies to both the notebook and desktop markets.

“The competitive pressures aren’t the same for Apple as they are for other companies,” Stephen Baker, NPD’s vice president of industry analysis, told Macworld. “Other PC companies have to compete with consumer expectations on price and shelf space at the retailers. That’s the benefit of having your own stores.” 

http://www.macworld.com/article/133546/2008/05/marketshare.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 21, 2008, 07:32:09 PM
Bottom feeding, a little derogatory for those who either can't afford or want a mac or have more sense than money and recognise a good deal when it comes along at 220-300.

No matter how you want to dress it up the Mac's market share is small and these figures don't represent true market share, just an artificial benchmark. Lies, Dam Lies and Statistics ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2008, 11:48:31 PM
Mac,
I paid $800 for my Dell Vostro 17" Laptop
2 gig of Ram and 160 gig Hard drive.

I don't consider it a bottom feeder..... :'( ??? ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 22, 2008, 03:57:45 AM
Bottom feeding, a little derogatory for those who either can't afford or want a mac or have more sense than money and recognise a good deal when it comes along at 220-300.

No matter how you want to dress it up the Mac's market share is small and these figures don't represent true market share, just an artificial benchmark. Lies, Dam Lies and Statistics ;D

Worldwide Total market Share is somewhere between 5-7%
US Market share falls somewhere around 8-10% (US Marketshare is always higher for Apple for some reason, even in the iPod/iPhone world)

So yes depending on who you believe (every publication has slightly different numbers) it is a small piece of the market. But the important thing is its growing at a steady pace, Apple always compares its year-over-year growth to the rest of the PC Market at every earnings report, If Apple's quarterly reports can be trusted. (Lies, Dam Lies and Statistics ;D Im sure they are fudged at least a little)

Mac,
I paid $800 for my Dell Vostro 17" Laptop
2 gig of Ram and 160 gig Hard drive.

I don't consider it a bottom feeder..... :'( ??? ???

No thats certainly not a bottom feeder, what I am referring to when I say "bottom feeders" are these Wal-Mart / Costco / Best Buy / Etc $299 special Machines witch some 2 year old Celeron/Sempron processor, 512MB of RAM and trying to run Vista machines.

Because it never ceases to amaze/irritate me when a person Walks in the store and Looks at the Mac Mini and says "$599 for this and no Monitor?" People just don't understand the difference in the quality of the parts between a $299 machine and a Mac Mini or a Dell Vostro such as yours.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 22, 2008, 05:17:08 PM
I just came across the following:

Can Dell be as cool as Apple? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=52301863-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 23, 2008, 01:55:40 AM
Windows Shortcuts to Success

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PCW-Shorcuts01.png)  (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PCW-Shorcuts02.png)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 23, 2008, 05:38:38 PM
I just came across the following:

Can Dell be as cool as Apple? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=52301863-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

It would take years for them to build a reputation like Apple has.

I think this part of that article says it all:
Quote
Apple has invested a lot of money and effort into not only making the product feel special (the build quality of Apple products is exceptional), but also the customer. Apple manages to give the impression of selling a luxury product (maybe a Swiss watch or a luxury car) without the astronomical price tag. I’m pretty sure that many of those who are new to Apple feel just a little bit special because they bought a Mac.

And again, not having Windows on the machine is a plus too ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 23, 2008, 06:21:52 PM
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And again, not having Windows on the machine is a plus too  ;)

We are all entitled to our own opinions.  :) 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 24, 2008, 06:30:04 PM
Many of you have asked before, since Apple now uses Intel chips why wont they sell a version for non Apple Machines? I mentioned about the Mac Clones of when Apple used to License the Mac OS back in the mid 90s as the reason why they will not do that.

MacWorld Has a great article this week detailing the "Clone Wars" of the 90s that you should read and you will understand why Apple restricts its OS to its hardware.

Article is here:
http://www.macworld.com/article/133598/2008/05/macclones.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 27, 2008, 03:13:04 PM
CELESTIA..........A lot of people seem to like this - a free space simulation that lets you explore our universe in three dimensions. Celestia runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X. Unlike most planetarium software, Celestia doesn't confine you to the surface of the Earth. You can travel throughout the solar system, to any of over 100,000 stars, or even beyond the galaxy. All movement in Celestia is seamless; the exponential zoom feature lets you explore space across a huge range of scales, from galaxy clusters down to spacecraft only a few meters across. A 'point-and-goto' interface makes it simple to navigate through the universe to the object you want to visit. Celestia is expandable. Celestia comes with a large catalog of stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and spacecraft. If that's not enough, you can download dozens of easy to install add-ons with more objects.....(free)  http://www.shatters.net/celestia/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 28, 2008, 08:25:32 PM
Intel Delays Release of Centrino 2 Platform

http://www.macworld.com/article/133633/2008/05/centrino2.html

Centrino 2 is the new Laptop processor and chpset combo that was supposed to launch next month

This is bad news as Many Laptop Manufacturers (Including Apple) were expected to ship new models next month with this platform.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 29, 2008, 04:13:58 AM
Samsung Chooses Safari for their L870 Phone.

They do not mention wither they got permission from apple to use the Safari name but either way they have chosen Safari's rendering engine, WebKit (Which is OpenSource so they could use it but call it something other than safari)

http://www.electronista.com/articles/08/05/28/samsung.l870/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 29, 2008, 04:25:32 AM
Windows 7 to Feature Multi-Touch Technology

Windows 7 will feature a touch screen like technology much like what apple has heavily patented (Apple calls their technology "MultiTouch" and is in use on the iPhone and planned to be used in future Macs)

Apple and Microsoft have some kind of Cross licensing agreement on their patents now. So its likely that The technology in use in windows 7 is already covered by their agreement.

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/05/28/windows_7_starts_race_with_apple_to_full_multi_touch_desktop_os.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on May 29, 2008, 04:41:47 AM
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World Wide Telescope

This works great on my 3 year old computer with a dial-up connection. Great program!

http://www.worldwidetelescope.org/

Quote
The WorldWide Telescope (WWT) is a Web 2.0 visualization software environment that enables your computer to function as a virtual telescope—bringing together imagery from the best ground and space-based telescopes in the world for a seamless exploration of the universe. WWT is a single rich application portal that blends terabytes of images, information, and stories from multiple sources over the Internet into a seamless, immersive, rich media experience.

WorldWide Telescope is created with the Microsoft® high performance Visual Experience Engine™ and allows seamless panning and zooming around the night sky, planets, and image environments. View the sky from multiple wavelengths: See the x-ray view of the sky and zoom into bright radiation clouds, and then crossfade into the visible light view and discover the cloud remnants of a supernova explosion from a thousand years ago. Switch to the Hydrogen Alpha view to see the distribution and illumination of massive primordial hydrogen cloud structures lit up by the high energy radiation coming from nearby stars in the Milky Way. These are just two of many different ways to reveal the hidden structures in the universe with the WorldWide Telescope. Seamlessly pan and zoom from aerial views of the Moon and selected planets, as well as see their precise positions in the sky from any location on Earth and any time in the past or future with the Microsoft Visual Experience Engine.



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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2008, 03:12:01 PM
Quote
Apple and Microsoft have some kind of Cross licensing agreement
Now if they would only come up with a cross platform agreement, we would all be happy.
The best from both in one system.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 29, 2008, 11:04:36 PM
Quote
Apple and Microsoft have some kind of Cross licensing agreement
Now if they would only come up with a cross platform agreement, we would all be happy.
The best from both in one system.  :)

Microsoft tries to do that with every Windows release. (Copying features from Mac OS X and Linux, and now Google). Windows 7 will even have a Mac OS X like Dock  ;)

http://tech.yahoo.com/blogs/null/94115;_ylt=Aq15fTDJLyVv0CS2z9GqQOjxMJA5
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As one of his final duties as Chairman of Microsoft, Bill Gates demonstrated an early beta of Windows 7 at this week's D6 tech conference, its first real public demo, to attempt to show us how it's different. His answer: A multi-touch screen inspired by the Surface table and, er, the iPhone. Neat demo, but will all Windows 7 computers have to have touch-sensitive screens to use these features? There's a mapping system that looks like Google Earth. And it's said there will be an OS X-like dock, though current demos have the usual taskbar as we've known it since Windows 95.

So Microsoft has expanded its photocopiers to include Google as well as Apple this time Around. ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 31, 2008, 03:24:49 PM
In one blogger's opinion, the best anti-virus for Windows is Avast! (http://www.lockergnome.com/pinguin/2008/05/30/best-av-for-windows-avast-antivirus/)

I've been recommending avast! for a long time in my weekly FreeWareCollectedFromTheWWW (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=16922.msg301827#msg301827) series.  :)
 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2008, 04:25:02 PM
Microsoft issues Safari-to-IE blended threat warning (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1230&tag=nl.e622)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 05, 2008, 04:28:55 AM
This Article is from August of Last Year, but its so good I had to  post it ;D

About how Macs are much more cost effective than PCs. It examins this by looking at the Total Cost of Ownership and not just the retail price.

Eight Financial Reasons You Should use Mac OS (http://www.cio.com/article/127050/Eight_Financial_Reasons_Why_You_Should_Use_Mac_OS/1)



Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on June 05, 2008, 11:08:22 AM
Quote
Among many other findings, the authors concluded that Mac creative professionals were producing $26,000 more each in annual revenues for their employers than their Windows counterparts.

Although creative professionals buy Macs, buying a Mac wouldn't turn me into a creative professional, so that part of the plus side disappears in a puff of logical fallacy.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on June 05, 2008, 04:25:00 PM
For those using PC Tools Firewall who dare to dabble in their betas ::) 4.0.0.23 is available. (http://www.pctools.com/forum/showthread.php?t=52103)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 05, 2008, 05:01:18 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/puma1.png)

AMD makes its notebook move (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=9008&tag=nl.e622).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 05, 2008, 05:28:51 PM
Technology is really amazing, isn’t it? Most of us are able to freely use it on a regular basis without the wink of an eye because it’s just second nature. Unfortunately, the same technology the majority of us are able to use freely, often times isn’t created with people that have disabilities like deafness or blindness in mind. Over the years things have slowly gotten more accessible for them thanks to assistive technology but there are still some people who are “left out.”

One man, John LeSieur felt as though his six year old grandson wasn’t able to take advantage of computers because he is autistic. Without going into too much detail, Autism is a brain development disorder that impairs communication, social interactions with others, and more. it’s considered a spectrum disorder meaning that there’s a range of impairments and some people are considered low-functioning while others are high-functioning. No one person with autism is going to function exactly the same as another which can make things tricky. LeSieur set-out to simplify the experience of using a computer for his grandson and felt one way he could do this was to create a web browser.

This new browser is called “The Zac Browser” in honor of his grandson and it’s free to anybody. Because as we mentioned, not all Autistic children are the same, not everybody will benefit, but a lot will. Here’s what he did with the browser:

    * Hand-picked sites that could be visited and enjoyed by autistic children and included some that were educational, others that were visually stimulating, and some that had appropriate music and videos
    * To keep children from getting overwhelmed with multiple buttons and keys to press, keys that wouldn’t be necessary to a child like “print Screen” are disabled, the right-click mouse button is also disabled he says doing this “eliminates commands most children don’t need anyway, and it reduces the chance an autistic child will lose confidence after making a counterproductive click
    * Icons are much larger than normal and large symbols are used like a soccer ball to signify games or books to signify stories
    * No advertisements or flashing distractions appear which could cause the child to lose focus

Essentially what LeSieur did was limit the distractions an autistic child will come across as much as possible so that they won’t get frustrated, and it gives them the opportunity to be independent. As we mentioned, it’s not going to be the perfect solution for every autistic child out there, but it will probably help many.

The Zac Browser is an interesting concept, isn’t it? Assistive technology is so expensive and in some situations, simply creating a customized web browser could be of tremendous help to those with disabilities. Perhaps this will be the start of a new trend and we’ll see more customized browsers out there that cater to different groups of people?
(http://i25.tinypic.com/fc4aht.jpg)   http://www.zacbrowser.com/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 05, 2008, 05:32:39 PM
Quote
Among many other findings, the authors concluded that Mac creative professionals were producing $26,000 more each in annual revenues for their employers than their Windows counterparts.

Although creative professionals buy Macs, buying a Mac wouldn't turn me into a creative professional, so that part of the plus side disappears in a puff of logical fallacy.
While creative pros will get the most benefit, everyone gets benefit if you read the article, due to the Macs Ease of use, UNIX Core, lack of malware, etc.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/puma1.png)

AMD makes its notebook move (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=9008&tag=nl.e622).


Hmm i see that in their Graphics benchmarks they show their new system as about twice as fast as the Nvidia 8400M. Sorry thats just a little hard to believe. They even claim a 1.7x improvement over their own RadeonHD 3200. Thats just a huge jump in graphics performance that im not going to believe untill I see some 3rd party tests.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on June 05, 2008, 07:57:38 PM
Quote
While creative pros will get the most benefit, everyone gets benefit if you read the article, due to the Macs Ease of use, UNIX Core, lack of malware, etc.

I get that already with Ubuntu.  ;D

And I can use cheap hardware.  ;D ;D

£950 for a 20" Mac.
£500 for a 20" similar spec. PC, and Ubuntu free if I don't want Windows.

Unfortunately it's only the creative professionals who can and want to pay the extra £450 for the brushed aluminium and Mac OS.

Even with the supposed long term advantages of the Mac, I can still get two PC's for the same price.

As an afterthought, it just occurred to me that I have not actually seen a Mac in the wild since about 1992 (in the home of a journalist). I always wanted one of those Macs! Since then the only Macs I've seen (apart from in PCWorld) have been on TV, either in American TV (Fox Mulder, Gill Grissom) or UK TV, in the hands of overpaid show-offs (Nigella Lawson, Stephen Fry).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 06, 2008, 04:22:41 AM
Quote
While creative pros will get the most benefit, everyone gets benefit if you read the article, due to the Macs Ease of use, UNIX Core, lack of malware, etc.

I get that already with Ubuntu.  ;D

And I can use cheap hardware.  ;D ;D

£950 for a 20" Mac.
£500 for a 20" similar spec. PC, and Ubuntu free if I don't want Windows.

Unfortunately it's only the creative professionals who can and want to pay the extra £450 for the brushed aluminium and Mac OS.

Even with the supposed long term advantages of the Mac, I can still get two PC's for the same price.

As an afterthought, it just occurred to me that I have not actually seen a Mac in the wild since about 1992 (in the home of a journalist). I always wanted one of those Macs! Since then the only Macs I've seen (apart from in PCWorld) have been on TV, either in American TV (Fox Mulder, Gill Grissom) or UK TV, in the hands of overpaid show-offs (Nigella Lawson, Stephen Fry).
950 Pounds for an iMac? Yep in the UK (or anywhere outside of the USA) apple has the systems priced much higher than the same system in the US.

The pound was worth almost $2 last time i checked so you are paying almost $2,000 for the same iMac we pay $1,100 here in the USA. In the US Macs are not much more expensive (if at all) than similarly speced PCs but outside of the us for some reason apple has no idea how to properly convert currency :-\

The People at the New York Apple Stores say that they get people from the UK that come to buy Macs there while on vacation due to the huge price difference in the two countries.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 06, 2008, 04:38:34 AM
x86 turns 30 (http://www.macworld.com/article/133793/2008/06/x86at30.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 06, 2008, 04:30:18 PM
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 10, 2008, 06:11:24 AM
Apple Previews Mac OS X 10.6 "Snow Leopard" (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/06/09/apple_previews_mac_os_x_snow_leopard_with_quicktime_x.html)

Not a lot of new Features just improving Security and performance. Macworld even hinted that this may be a free or reduced cost upgrade. My guess is Apple wants to Get Mac OS X Polished for windows 7 release so Apple can keep the momentum moving forward (aka market share increasing) like it did with the Failed Vista Launch  :).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 10, 2008, 01:55:00 PM
If you had to pay for a .1 incremental OS update that is disgraceful even M$ wouldn't pull a stroke like that ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 10, 2008, 05:40:39 PM
If you had to pay for a .1 incremental OS update that is disgraceful even M$ wouldn't pull a stroke like that ;D

All 10.4.x, 10.5.x, etc.  incremental updates are free. Major upgrades (10.4.x -> 10.5.x) usually are not. Although 10.0.x to 10.1.x was a free upgrade several years ago, users just went to the nearest Apple store to get their copy.

Snow Leopard is hardly a Incremental update, its just that most of the "Meat" of the upgrade will be for developers.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 10, 2008, 08:03:58 PM
I thought that 10.5 was the last major update that people purchased, that would make 10.6 a .1 incremental update ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 11, 2008, 04:09:19 AM
I thought that 10.5 was the last major update that people purchased, that would make 10.6 a .1 incremental update ???

In Apple's Version Scheme Major Updates are:

10.2 Jaguar
10.3 Panther
10.4 Tiger
10.5 Leopard

Incremental Updates are:
10.5.1, 10.5.2, 10.5.3, etc.

The Incremental Updates like the recently released 10.5.3 update are similar to Microsoft's Service Packs. Windows is the same way. Windows 2000 was Windows 5.0 and Windows XP was windows 5.1 yet it was a paid upgrade.


Any Clearer?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 11, 2008, 01:28:29 PM
Clearer, yes, but I'm just used to the more usual whole (or .5) number increment of major developments and .1 increments being usually minor changes.

This update numbering also fell down in the avast 4.7 to 4.8 update (I seem to have been on avast 4.x forever ;D), as that was a major update IMHO and many other security applications would have bumped it up a whole point or called it a 2008 or 2009 version ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 11, 2008, 04:12:52 PM
Quote
or called it a 2008 or 2009 version ;D
We know that there is an avast! 2oo8 version available but it happens to be a Rip Off  >:(
NOT put out by Alwil.  :o
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 11, 2008, 04:33:16 PM
Note I said, other security applications (intentional) and not avast 2008 ;D

Quote from: DavidR
many other security applications would have bumped it up a whole point or called it a 2008 or 2009 version
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 12, 2008, 04:40:45 AM
Clearer, yes, but I'm just used to the more usual whole (or .5) number increment of major developments and .1 increments being usually minor changes.

This update numbering also fell down in the avast 4.7 to 4.8 update (I seem to have been on avast 4.x forever ;D), as that was a major update IMHO and many other security applications would have bumped it up a whole point or called it a 2008 or 2009 version ;D

Well I Prefer the xx.yy.zz version scheme like Avast and Apple use over the use of versions named after the year. Huge.Major.Incremental just makes sense to me  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on June 13, 2008, 01:22:38 AM
Well I Prefer the xx.yy.zz version scheme like Avast and Apple use over the use of versions named after the year. Huge.Major.Incremental just makes sense to me  ;)
Fully agree. The advertisement is the only reason for doing an yearly version: renew your license! ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 15, 2008, 03:51:07 AM
While reading the Authentium (Command AV) Virus Blog they had a post on Their new Engine. But part of the post was talking about their sample collection and the makeup of it:
Quote
94.7% of samples where Windows PE executables. Mobile malware were 0.00851%. Unix malware (including Mac OS X and Linux) were 0.15% of the samples.

5.2% of the samples were categorized as potentially unwanted applications. That includes Dialers and Adware.

So the Mobile Malware threat is not what some security companies Hype it to be.


http://blogs.authentium.com/virusblog/?p=240
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on June 16, 2008, 04:07:03 PM
PC Tools has released AV for Mac (http://iantivirus.com/), if not for .: Mac :.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 17, 2008, 02:40:09 AM
The Windows XP era ends June 30 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=9103&tag=nl.e550)

What will you be doing ? 

Vista,    Linux,   Apple or, are you staying with XP  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 17, 2008, 03:31:56 AM
What will I be doing, probably working on my XP Pro system.

I'm currently looking at a system upgrade my XP-M processor is somewhat long in the tooth. I'm toying with building another system to my spec as I have done with my last three systems, but I'm not into the aggravation these days. So it might be that I buy a new system that is close to my needs but I then have to decide what OS and I'm still not a Vista convert/evangelist ;D and I can get XP Pro installed. Somehow I doubt that June 30 will be the end of the ability to get XP.

It is getting desperate when MS are having to go to this trouble to kill take-up of XP.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 17, 2008, 06:35:08 AM
The Windows XP era ends June 30 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=9103&tag=nl.e550)

What will you be doing ? 

Vista,    Linux,   Apple or, are you staying with XP  ???

Vista has been a thorn is the side of MS. Everyone has been Fighting its adoption more than any other release of windows I can remember. I know We have seen more People switching to The Mac because they went to buy a machine and were unable to get one with XP loaded and refused to buy vista, and decided to give Mac OS X a try. Im sure people have gave Linux a try too.

Ive heard Dell and HP have found a way around the June 30th date for business users through something called "Downgrade Rights"
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Gene J on June 18, 2008, 07:44:11 AM
I bought a couple of extra copies of WinXP home (OEM version) to use later.....
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: TedNelly on June 18, 2008, 08:23:44 AM
I'm all for change, if and when it is done correctly and for the better. Microsoft had a long time in which to get Vista "spot on" they failed. imo
Vista migration requires too much of a change for too little gain if any?

When you're on a good thing stick to it! Roll on XP
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on June 18, 2008, 03:46:33 PM
What will you be doing ?
I have a dual boot system Vista and Linux (Kubuntu).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on June 19, 2008, 04:36:34 AM
Quote
What will you be doing ?

Not worrying about it ...

... and probably paying more attention to the reputed doubling of my download and upload speeds from my ISP on that date.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 19, 2008, 08:54:08 PM
 Get organized in Gmail (http://www.macworld.com/article/133690/2008/06/gmailtips.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2008, 01:29:23 AM
Apple announces ZFS on Snow Leopard (http://blogs.zdnet.com/storage/?p=335&tag=nl.e622)
A modern file system on a consumer OS

Is this the straw that will break Microsoft's back ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 21, 2008, 01:59:51 AM
Well there was supposedly going to be a new file system with Vista to replace the ageing NTFS (which I don't use yet still on FAT32 ;D), but that got dropped. Then there is the slim possibility that it might make an appearance in Windows 7 ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 21, 2008, 02:20:30 AM
Apple announces ZFS on Snow Leopard (http://blogs.zdnet.com/storage/?p=335&tag=nl.e622)
A modern file system on a consumer OS

Is this the straw that will break Microsoft's back ???

Well Mac OS X is not just a consumer OS. Unlike Vista there is not 15 different versions, only one client version used by everyone, from consumer to enterprise.

The Same Holds True for Mac OS X Server. Only One Version not some jumbled mess of versions like Windows Server.

Well there was supposedly going to be a new file system with Vista to replace the ageing NTFS (which I don't use yet still on FAT32 ;D), but that got dropped. Then there is the slim possibility that it might make an appearance in Windows 7 ;D

Except unlike Microsoft, Apple Will deliver ;D
BTW, Don't Feel, bad I still use FAT32 as well on my External HD so that I can Swap it between My Mac and PC.


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2008, 05:09:10 AM
Quote
I still use FAT32 as well on my External HD so that I can Swap it between My Mac and PC
Mac,
Wouldn't ntfs work ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 21, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
NTFS is specifically a windows format and requires drivers for other OSes to be able to work with it, many are able to read it but not work with it. This is why when trying to use a Linux live CD to recover data on a crashed system for example some need drivers to be able to do this.

Whereas fat32 is an OS independent format which is recognised by most OSes and able to work with that format without additional drivers.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 21, 2008, 06:15:26 PM
Quote
I still use FAT32 as well on my External HD so that I can Swap it between My Mac and PC
Mac,
Wouldn't ntfs work ???

Mac OS X Can read NTFS formatted disks but not write to them, thats why I use FAT32 still.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: justin1278 on June 21, 2008, 06:25:02 PM
I have Ubuntu on my notebook, and Vista Ultimate on my desktop, Ubuntu can write on NTFS drives, so I keep all my external HDD NTFS.

No question that Microsoft needs a new file system, hopefully WinFS will come out in Windows 7, NTFS just doesn't do a great job on today's machines.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 22, 2008, 03:35:39 AM
I have Ubuntu on my notebook, and Vista Ultimate on my desktop, Ubuntu can write on NTFS drives, so I keep all my external HDD NTFS.

No question that Microsoft needs a new file system, hopefully WinFS will come out in Windows 7, NTFS just doesn't do a great job on today's machines.

And there are open source drivers for Mac OS X that enable writing to NTFS, but I just prefer  to use FAT32 and wait for Apple to add full NTFS support. Hopefully in Snow Leopard
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 22, 2008, 06:54:07 AM
 Apple Releases Safari 4.0 Preview to Developers  (http://news.worldofapple.com/archives/2008/06/10/apple-gives-developers-safari-4-preview/)

Safari 4 Scores 100 on the acid3 test :)


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2008, 04:20:56 PM
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 01, 2008, 04:03:06 PM
Apple plugs 25 Mac OS X security vulnerabilities (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1373&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 01, 2008, 07:30:47 PM
Apple plugs 25 Mac OS X security vulnerabilities (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1373&tag=nl.e539)

I love how they call every apple update a "Monster Update". ::)


 See here for a unbiased report of the update:

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2163

When Security updates come out for Windows everyone links to the Microsoft Security Bulletin, So the obvious thing would be to link to Apple's Bulletin for OS X.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on July 01, 2008, 07:42:41 PM
ZDNet's headlines are overblown: take them with a pinch of salt.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2008, 12:26:08 AM
ZDNet's headlines are overblown: take them with a pinch of salt.
A pinch of salt is being very generous.
A grain of salt is sufficient....  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 02, 2008, 04:47:48 AM
Chip Giant Won’t Embrace Microsoft’s Windows Vista (http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/06/25/et-tu-intel/)

Vista is so bad not even intel will use it  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on July 02, 2008, 09:35:38 AM
That is not what the article said by any stretch of the imagination (yours excepted).

It said very clearly .. and I think it reflects the thoughts of many of us who do use Windows ... that there is no compelling reason or advantage in switching from XP to Vista. 

That does not change the reality that over the next couple of years even more millions of users will get Vista as they but new machines and find that it works just fine (as those I support who have bought new machines with Vista have found).   

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 02, 2008, 03:15:15 PM
<snip>
and I think it reflects the thoughts of many of us who do use Windows ... that there is no compelling reason or advantage in switching from XP to Vista. 

That does not change the reality that over the next couple of years even more millions of users will get Vista as they but new machines and find that it works just fine (as those I support who have bought new machines with Vista have found).   

It is a though that I support there is no compelling reason to switch to Vista from XP Pro SP3.

I have just ordered a new custom built base system and have ordered XP Pro SP3 with that, whilst it is still reasonably easy to get XP, even though it actually costs me more for XP Pro than the Vista Home Premium option.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2008, 04:44:17 PM
637 million Google users surfing with insecure browser (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=63840739-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

I might add that I'm not one of the "637 million Google users" mentioned in this article.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 02, 2008, 05:07:52 PM
637 million Google users surfing with insecure browser (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=63840739-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

I might add that I'm not one of the "637 million Google users" mentioned in this article.  ;D ;D

Firefox updates itself automatically, so how can 17% of its users not be on the latest release? ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 02, 2008, 05:10:19 PM
I think it is somewhat flawed as the benchmark they used is I feel wrong, you can have IE6 SP2 and all security updates and that is considered insecure as their benchmark is looking for:

Quote
The researchers used the most recent major versions of Internet Explorer 7 (IE7), Firefox 2 (FF2), Safari 3 (SF3) and Opera 9 (OP9) as the benchmark version for the most secure Web browser measurements
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 02, 2008, 05:12:42 PM
Firefox updates itself automatically, so how can 17% of its users not be on the latest release? ???

I guess there are some who disable auto update, like I do for one. As a dial-up user and suspicious to boot there is very little on my system that I allow to auto update, avast being the main exception ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 05, 2008, 04:00:06 AM
People Line up a week early for iPhone 3G (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/04/its_already_begun_iphone_3g_line_starting_in_new_york_city.html)

Are they nuts? Last year I could understand it because Apple has traditionally been unprepared for new product launches. But now that they know the demand for the device, there should be plenty to go around on launch day. 

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 08, 2008, 11:18:28 PM
Approximately 800 vulnerabilities discovered in antivirus products (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1445&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 09, 2008, 12:52:07 AM
Approximately 800 vulnerabilities discovered in antivirus products (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1445&tag=nl.e539)
Wow... I'm affraid even to click this link ;D ;D
Bob, I've though you're not paranoid ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 09, 2008, 04:34:36 AM
I'm not Tech. Just passing along the news.
If you check the article, you'll see that avast! is also included.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 09, 2008, 04:51:54 PM
If you check the article, you'll see that avast! is also included.  :'(
I've done... curiosity... not too good but not too bad eh?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on July 10, 2008, 08:05:43 AM
Firefox updates itself automatically, so how can 17% of its users not be on the latest release? ???

FF3 may update automatically but no other version of Firefox that I've used does. 1.5 and 2.X require the user to initiate the installation even if download is automatic and prior versions have no inbuilt updater so they'll never go out of date, will they? ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on July 10, 2008, 09:07:29 AM
Firefox updates itself automatically, so how can 17% of its users not be on the latest release? ???

FF3 may update automatically but no other version of Firefox that I've used does. 1.5 and 2.X require the user to initiate the installation even if download is automatic and prior versions have no inbuilt updater so they'll never go out of date, will they? ;D  ;D

It won't update automatically if it's on a user account and the administrator doesn't update it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on July 10, 2008, 09:14:01 AM
Firefox, at least since 1.5 (if not earlier) has always reminded me that there is an updated version to be installed with a link to perform the install. However, since 1.5 (if not earlier) there are user options in the interface to select or decline such update notifications.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on July 10, 2008, 11:16:38 PM
http://www.360desktop.com/
looks nice..might try
http://www.360desktop.com/media.php video of it in action
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on July 12, 2008, 10:16:07 AM
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Happy-Dude on July 13, 2008, 05:57:25 AM
http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/magazine/16-07/pb_intro

--> From WIRED magazine: The Petabyte Age

Reading this, it feels that this is a new look on how the common people gain and analyze data/knowledge. Very interesting and informative read.

Quote
Sensors everywhere. Infinite storage. Clouds of processors. Our ability to capture, warehouse, and understand massive amounts of data is changing science, medicine, business, and technology. As our collection of facts and figures grows, so will the opportunity to find answers to fundamental questions. Because in the era of big data, more isn't just more. More is different.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on July 13, 2008, 11:36:54 AM
http://www.360desktop.com/
looks nice..might try
http://www.360desktop.com/media.php video of it in action

I would rather endure a root canal operation or install Norton ( Symantec ) than install that POS.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 14, 2008, 08:56:38 PM
Apple Sells 1 Million iPhone 3G units in first weekend (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/14/apple_sells_1_million_iphone_3gs_in_first_weekend.html)

And still selling!:
Quote
Although the new handset went on sale at 8:00 a.m. Friday morning, Apple retail stores around the country were still battling long lines -- sometimes hundreds of customers deep -- in the late evening hours on Saturday and Sunday morning. There was still a line some 60 customers long at Apple's flagship shop on Fifth Ave in Manhattan early Monday morning.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on July 14, 2008, 09:01:58 PM
Not in Canada EH!

Will It Blend?
http://youtube.com/watch?v=DLxq90xmYUs

Don't smell this.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 15, 2008, 11:32:18 PM
Apple sues Mac cloner Psystar (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=66991298-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

The price is to low so they must go...... ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 16, 2008, 07:12:58 AM
Apple sues Mac cloner Psystar (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=66991298-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

The price is to low so they must go...... ;D
No Psystar is selling modified copies of Mac OS X, they are violating the license agreement every time they sell a machine. This was coming, it was just a matter of time. Apple killed their license program back in the 90s


And this goes way beyond just breaking the EULA, this is from bob's article:
Quote
  A note to those who think that this suit is about EULAs … Psystar did a LOT more than breach the terms of the EULA. The company, through its own admission, modified the copyrighted work, then distributed those modifications without license and for commercial purposes. The company also used at least one Apple trademark in its marketing.
If this was just about the EULA, Apple’s case might not be that strong (remember, the EULA’s never been tested in court), but this goes way beyond the EULA.]


So psystar will most likely be out of business by the time apple's legal team gets finished wit them and everyone who bought one of their clones will be out of luck as far as support goes.

By the way Apple has sued clone makers before. One of their cases helped establish copyrights for computer software:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_v._Franklin

Apple even sued eMachines for copying the design of the original iMac
http://news.cnet.com/Apple-sues-eMachines-for-iMac-look-alike/2100-1040_3-230054.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 16, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Quote
So psystar will most likely be out of business by the time apple's legal team gets finished wit them and everyone who bought one of their clones will be out of luck as far as support goes.
According to that statement, if you still want a cheap Mac, Hurry to your nearest Psystar website and get one while you still can.... ( If you still can ??? ) ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on July 16, 2008, 07:08:46 PM
Quote
So psystar will most likely be out of business by the time apple's legal team gets finished wit them and everyone who bought one of their clones will be out of luck as far as support goes.
According to that statement, if you still want a cheap Mac, Hurry to your nearest Psystar website and get one while you still can.... ( If you still can ??? ) ;D ;D
The only Mac I want is a Big one with French Fries.   ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 16, 2008, 08:03:40 PM
Quote
So psystar will most likely be out of business by the time apple's legal team gets finished wit them and everyone who bought one of their clones will be out of luck as far as support goes.
According to that statement, if you still want a cheap Mac, Hurry to your nearest Psystar website and get one while you still can.... ( If you still can ??? ) ;D ;D

These machine will receive NO SUPPORT from apple or Psystar which will soon be out of business. In addition as always the Mac OS X installation on these machines will most likely be bricked in the next update. As it should be. If you want OS X get a Mac, Dont like Apple's Hardware? Too bad thats the way it is.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 16, 2008, 11:02:21 PM
Quote
If you want OS X get a Mac, Don't like Apple's Hardware? Too bad that's the way it is.
That's also the main reason why Apple will never be a Major player as far as the percentage of Apples in use VS coputers
with other operating systems.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on July 17, 2008, 12:25:29 AM
Quote
If you want OS X get a Mac, Don't like Apple's Hardware? Too bad that's the way it is.
That's also the main reason why Apple will never be a Major player as far as the percentage of Apples in use VS coputers
with other operating systems.


Agreed bob, This will tell you all you need to know about that.

New Survey: Vista Cleans Mac OSX's Clock

http://www.pcworld.com/article/147966/new_survey_vista_cleans_mac_osxs_clock.html?tk=nl_wvxnws
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 17, 2008, 04:26:29 AM
Bob and Marc to both of you I offer this article posted today  ;D:



http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/07/16/apple_passes_acer_to_become_third_largest_u_s_pc_vendor.html
Quote
Macs garnered an 8.5 percent share of the U.S. PC market during the second quarter of the year, pushing Apple past Acer in the national rankings and into third place overall, according to preliminary data released Wednesday by market research firm Gartner.

Not a Major Player? Seems they are moving up the ranks in sales and Market Share to me  :)

And if Apple has 8.5% and linux is in there somewhere too then Microsoft actually has less than 90% now if the US Market.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 17, 2008, 04:40:51 PM
Mac,
You and I both know that statistics can be manipulated to favor any ones point of view.
We see it in politics all the time.
I personally know of 2 people who own an Apple. I know and have worked with 100's of people
who have Microsoft's operating systems on their computer.
Those are real life statistics not slanted. Until Apples becomes less stringent with their hardware requirements
and starts lowering their prices, They will never make up a great part of the computer business.
This doesn't mean that it's not a great computer nor does it mean that there is anything wrong with their operating system.
They are just out of monetary reach of most computer users.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on July 17, 2008, 06:55:36 PM
My problem with Apple is their pricing, I actually know someone who owns a macbook pro who was wanting to upgrade the memory to 4GB but didn't think they could afford to. The price at the apple store for 4GB of DDR2 PC2-5300 SO-DIMMs
 (2GBx2) is $400.00. You can get the same memory at Crucial.com for $103.99.

So my question is, Why does Apple do this to their customers??

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?nclm=F295A333

http://www.crucial.com/promo/index.aspx?prog=mfr_apple
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 17, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
Because they can, captive audience.

Same with why can't they have a user changeable battery in the iphone or ipod rather than having to have it sent back for replacement, a healthy income for the apple.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 17, 2008, 10:10:46 PM
My problem with Apple is their pricing, I actually know someone who owns a macbook pro who was wanting to upgrade the memory to 4GB but didn't think they could afford to. The price at the apple store for 4GB of DDR2 PC2-5300 SO-DIMMs
 (2GBx2) is $400.00. You can get the same memory at Crucial.com for $103.99.

So my question is, Why does Apple do this to their customers??

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?nclm=F295A333

http://www.crucial.com/promo/index.aspx?prog=mfr_apple

Apple has always overcharged for memory upgrades, its common knowledge in the Mac community that you buy your memory from a 3d party reseller like crucial.

Because they can, captive audience.

Same with why can't they have a user changeable battery in the iphone or ipod rather than having to have it sent back for replacement, a healthy income for the apple.
Lots of MP3 players don't have user replaceable batteries. And usually before the battery wears out usually you have already purchased a bigger/better model of some kind. Also by not having a user replaceable battery, Apple is able to make the product thinner (take the MacBook Air as an Example) and Thin definitely sells. The battery replacement program generates very little revenue for apple, from what ive seen, most people that do replace their batteries use do-it-yourself kits like these http://www.ipodbattery.com/ 

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 17, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Apple Wants Psystar to recall all of their fake Macs:
http://www.macworld.com/article/134544/2008/07/psystar.html
Quote
Apple says Psystar knowingly violated its copyrights and license agreements and induced customers who bought the OS X-running Open Computer to do the same. Because of that and the resulting damage that Apple alleges is being done to its brand, it’s asking the US. District Court for a permanent injunction that would bar Psystar from selling any more hardware with Apple software. And it wants Psystar to recall every Mac clone sold.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 17, 2008, 10:51:17 PM
I can understand them wanting to punish Psystar, but I simply can't understand their logic in hitting the end user, it is hardly likely to make them buy a legit Mac.

I think that is very small minded, I would have though it would have been better to try and bring them on board rather than kick them in the teeth when many of them are unlikely to understand that they were doing anything wrong.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 18, 2008, 04:33:30 AM
I can understand them wanting to punish Psystar, but I simply can't understand their logic in hitting the end user, it is hardly likely to make them buy a legit Mac.

I think that is very small minded, I would have though it would have been better to try and bring them on board rather than kick them in the teeth when many of them are unlikely to understand that they were doing anything wrong.

Well Im guessing their logic is that once Psystar goes out of business those machines will not work properly. You see Psystar has been having to modify the Mac OS X updates to make them properly install on the machines, thats part of Apple case against them. Once psystar is not there to modify those updates all those machines will no longer receive OS updates and Security updates and the official Apple Updates have the potential to make the system unbootable. Remember psystar has modified many of the OS X files to get it to run on this Non Apple Hardware ones those files are replaced unmodified copies in a OS update the system will not function properly.

Plus there should be no installations of Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware anyway so they have every right to want those machines recalled. I do think the end users should get a full refund, at Psystar's expense  of course.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on July 18, 2008, 06:31:53 AM

Well Im guessing their logic is that once Psystar goes out of business those machines will not work properly. You see Psystar has been having to modify the Mac OS X updates to make them properly install on the machines, thats part of Apple case against them. Once psystar is not there to modify those updates all those machines will no longer receive OS updates and Security updates and the official Apple Updates have the potential to make the system unbootable. Remember psystar has modified many of the OS X files to get it to run on this Non Apple Hardware ones those files are replaced unmodified copies in a OS update the system will not function properly.

Plus there should be no installations of Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware anyway so they have every right to want those machines recalled. I do think the end users should get a full refund, at Psystar's expense  of course.

We kind of agree here. To me, software piracy is stealing, It's just the same as walking into a store and filling your pockets. As for going after the end users, I think Apple is partly to blame because they waited so long to put a stop to this. They should have went after Psystar as soon as the first system went on sale.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 18, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
I would say they have the right to have the software uninstalled, but not to the system which is the property of the purchaser.

After all you said:
Quote from: .: Mac :.
Plus there should be no installations of Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware anyway so they have every right to want those machines recalled.

The key words are "non-Apple hardware" the hardware doesn't belong to apple, so they can want as much as they like the hardware isn't theirs.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 18, 2008, 04:57:42 PM

Well Im guessing their logic is that once Psystar goes out of business those machines will not work properly. You see Psystar has been having to modify the Mac OS X updates to make them properly install on the machines, thats part of Apple case against them. Once psystar is not there to modify those updates all those machines will no longer receive OS updates and Security updates and the official Apple Updates have the potential to make the system unbootable. Remember psystar has modified many of the OS X files to get it to run on this Non Apple Hardware ones those files are replaced unmodified copies in a OS update the system will not function properly.

Plus there should be no installations of Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware anyway so they have every right to want those machines recalled. I do think the end users should get a full refund, at Psystar's expense  of course.

We kind of agree here. To me, software piracy is stealing, It's just the same as walking into a store and filling your pockets. As for going after the end users, I think Apple is partly to blame because they waited so long to put a stop to this. They should have went after Psystar as soon as the first system went on sale.
I fully agree with you Apple waited far too long, they should have took action the moment the first machine went on sale. Why they waited so long is a mystery to me.


I would say they have the right to have the software uninstalled, but not to the system which is the property of the purchaser.

After all you said:
Quote from: .: Mac :.
Plus there should be no installations of Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware anyway so they have every right to want those machines recalled.

The key words are "non-Apple hardware" the hardware doesn't belong to apple, so they can want as much as they like the hardware isn't theirs. ifit

True, that part of the lawsuit is the least likely to go through. And if the recall does not go through they might find a way to disable the installations through a future software update.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 18, 2008, 06:10:15 PM
That assumes that they will bother with software updates, much the same as those with non-legit versions of windows avoiding windows update and WGA.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 18, 2008, 11:03:00 PM
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 24, 2008, 03:21:53 PM
iPhone vulnerable to phishing, spamming flaws (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1541)
"According to an advisory from Raff, the iPhone’s Mail and Safari applications are susceptible to a URL Spoofing vulnerability
which allow attackers to conduct phishing attacks."
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 25, 2008, 03:57:41 AM
iPhone vulnerable to phishing, spamming flaws (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1541)
"According to an advisory from Raff, the iPhone’s Mail and Safari applications are susceptible to a URL Spoofing vulnerability
which allow attackers to conduct phishing attacks."

There is already a Iphone 2.0.1 update in the works, some sites have leaked screenshots of beta releases
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 25, 2008, 04:00:20 AM
Microsoft to closely copy Apple's Business Model, Offer more complete experience:

http://www.macworld.com/article/134680/2008/07/ballmer.html

Apple latest success is apparently getting to Microsoft as people are seeing the benefit of Macs, now they are thinking of changing their relationship with PC makers to provide a more complete and Apple like experience. Seems almost everyting they do they have to imitate someone else  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 26, 2008, 03:34:54 AM
Quote
Apple latest success is apparently getting to Microsoft as people are seeing the benefit of Macs, now they are thinking of changing their relationship with PC makers to provide a more complete and Apple like experience. Seems almost everyting they do they have to imitate someone else  Roll Eyes
As long as they don't copy Apples pricing policy, it's fine with me.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on July 26, 2008, 07:33:05 AM
I agree with Bob - I love them giving me the benefits of mimicking Apple and giving me all of the advantages of the wider Windows world for much lower prices.

I hope that the Apple users can be happy with their "holier than thou" views while paying for all the Windows benefits I enjoy.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 26, 2008, 09:03:16 PM
I agree with Bob - I love them giving me the benefits of mimicking Apple and giving me all of the advantages of the wider Windows world for much lower prices.

I hope that the Apple users can be happy with their "holier than thou" views while paying for all the Windows benefits I enjoy.

Yep remember you get what you pay for. Malware and Vista included. No thanks I will stick with Apple ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 29, 2008, 05:33:04 PM
Mobile Executives Spar over iPhone (http://www.macworld.com/article/134725/2008/07/iphone_forum.html)


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2008, 12:04:41 AM
Tweaking OS X (http://www.download.com/8301-2007_4-10004008-12.html?tag=nl.e404)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2008, 12:08:38 AM
Did Apple forget to patch something? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=70583665-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2008, 12:32:32 AM
Windows Vista Performance and Tuning (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Vista/WindowsVistaPerformanceAndTuning-Final.pdf)

(Also available from Microsoft)
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 02, 2008, 01:15:30 AM
Did Apple forget to patch something? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=70583665-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

Yes it seems that there is a problem with the BIND installation in Mac OS X Tiger (10.4) client. Leopard Systems (10.5) Are apparently Unaffected.

Its not likely that Apple "forgot" to patch it, more likely something is not working right with the installer. In the past when this has happened they have just issued a updated installer package through Software update.

EDIT: Ive seen some people saying that this is by design, Since there is no mention of Mac OS 10.4 servers and only the clients are showing this behavior. Ill keep digging and post back.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 02, 2008, 02:47:52 AM
Did Apple forget to patch something? (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=70583665-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

Apparently it affects Mac OS X Leopard Clients too (10.5.x).

Note that Apple has patched the Server versions of Mac OS X (Both 10.4 and 10.5) its just the client versions that there seems to be a problem with.

Quote
The SANS Institute installed and tested out Apple's fix for the underlying flaw in the domain name system (DNS) protocol, and found that a patched copy of Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard (the desktop version, not Leopard Server) still suffers from the risky technique makes DNS vulnerable to exploitation.

This exploitation, so far, seems extremely unlikely, but we won't know how unlikely until security researcher Dan Kaminsky, the discoverer of this flaw, provides full disclosure on 06-Aug-08 in his Black Hat conference talk, "Black Ops 2008: Its (sic) the End of the Cache as We Know It."

Details:
http://db.tidbits.com/article/9721?rss

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2008, 03:37:13 AM
Windows Vista Performance and Tuning (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Vista/WindowsVistaPerformanceAndTuning-Final.pdf)

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http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=ab377598-a637-432c-a3c8-1607ab629201&DisplayLang=en (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=ab377598-a637-432c-a3c8-1607ab629201&DisplayLang=en)
This seems to have gotten lost in the mix....  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Happy-Dude on August 04, 2008, 03:24:04 AM
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I'm for it!! Heck yeah :) !!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on August 13, 2008, 09:22:35 PM
Microsoft Snuffs Out Third-Party ActiveX Controls

Stomps buggy HP, Aurigma controls with 'kill bit' update.


http://www.pcworld.com/article/149759/article.html?tk=nl_dnxnws
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 15, 2008, 05:04:35 PM
Intel Offers usb 3.0 Draft Spec (http://www.macworld.com/article/135013/2008/08/usb3.html)

Eight Ways the iMac changed computing (http://www.macworld.com/article/135017/2008/08/imacanniversary.html)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 22, 2008, 04:14:08 AM
Macs, Aperture a Big hit at the Olympics (http://www.macworld.com/article/135140/2008/08/olympicsmac.html)
Quote
In the digital photo editing area of the Kodak Photographer’s Center—a massive workroom located in the main press center at the Olympic park—hundreds of photographers at a time assemble to file their images using high-end workstations and tech-support supplied by Apple (the same was true at the 2006 winter games in Turino, Italy). Meanwhile, rows of Lenovo computers sit idle.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 22, 2008, 11:54:24 PM
SSDs are hot, But not without Security Risks (http://www.macworld.com/article/135161/2008/08/ssd_security.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 23, 2008, 04:50:14 PM
Seinfeld and Microsoft: more proof that IT is crazy (http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2008/082208-backspin.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 23, 2008, 05:10:18 PM
Seinfeld and Microsoft: more proof that IT is crazy (http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2008/082208-backspin.html)

Wasn't the Seinfeld show known as "All About Nothing"?

Where are its featured actors today?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 29, 2008, 10:20:27 AM
Does Psystar have a case in Apple countersuit? (http://talkback.zdnet.com/5208-10532-0.html?forumID=1&threadID=51283&messageID=965546&start=-1)

This is just one persons opinion.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 29, 2008, 03:59:34 PM
Does Psystar have a case in Apple countersuit? (http://talkback.zdnet.com/5208-10532-0.html?forumID=1&threadID=51283&messageID=965546&start=-1)

This is just one persons opinion.  :)


Saying Apple has a monoply of the Mac market is like saying GM has a monolpy of the Chevorlet market since they are the only onces making Chevys. Or Sony having a monoply of the Playstation 3 market since you cant install the Playstation 3 OS on a Xbox ::). Its just crazy Apple has far from a monoply in the OS market. So if you want a Mac buy one and stop whining.

Psystar has no case against Apple, and Apple has a very strong one aginst them. Time will tell how much money Psystar has to keep trying to get out of this.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 29, 2008, 05:07:36 PM
Quote
So if you want a Mac buy one and stop whining.
I'm more than willing to buy the Mac Operating System from Apple. It's the hardware that I can't
afford to buy from Mac.
I can buy I cheaper elsewhere !!!!  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on August 29, 2008, 05:14:29 PM
Quote
So if you want a Mac buy one and stop whining.
I'm more than willing to buy the Mac Operating System from Apple. It's the hardware that I can't
afford to buy from Mac.
I can buy I cheaper elsewhere !!!!  :)

But Apple is not willing to sell you the OS because they want the revenue from the OS AND the hardware.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 01, 2008, 10:52:02 PM
Vista May Still Have Its Day (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/150263/vista_may_still_have_its_day.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on September 01, 2008, 11:38:56 PM
Vista May Still Have Its Day (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/150263/vista_may_still_have_its_day.html)
I agree with the statement...
Quote
"The uptake of XP was slower than people remember today"
.
And...
Quote
"Early opinions of Windows XP were remarkably similar to those that many users offer about Windows Vista today."
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2008, 03:03:50 AM
Vista May Still Have Its Day (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/150263/vista_may_still_have_its_day.html)
I agree with the statement...
Quote
"The uptake of XP was slower than people remember today"
.
And...
Quote
"Early opinions of Windows XP were remarkably similar to those that many users offer about Windows Vista today."
Exactly.   :) It's called a learning curve and it wasn't liked when XP was first released but we all got used to it.
The same can be said for any one trying another new OS. Until you learn it's intricacies, it will be strange and hard to operate.
Once learned, all the problems and objections seem to disappear.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2008, 03:50:41 PM
OS X on non Apple Computers (http://chris.pirillo.com/2008/09/01/will-apple-be-open-any-time-soon/)
Something I've been advocating for over a year seems to be gathering momentum.  :) :) :)

What are your thoughts ???

Mac, I already know yours.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 02, 2008, 04:04:07 PM
OS X on non Apple Computers (http://chris.pirillo.com/2008/09/01/will-apple-be-open-any-time-soon/)
Something I've been advocating for over a year seems to be gathering momentum.  :) :) :)

What are your thoughts ???

Mac, I already know yours.  :)
Bob you seem obsessed with wanting to Run OS X on a non-Apple system. Just like the OS for the Playstation game consoles will not run on any other game console, Apple will not be releasing mac OS for other hardware. I have pointed out articles stating why they will not do it, and explained it countless times here. And Apple is even suing Psystar to protect its OS from being on other hardware. How much clearer can you get? Apple Does not Want its OS on any machine beside their Own! Doesn't matter what a few users want, its their OS and they will sell it as they see fit.

EDIT: to anyone wanting to Run Mac OS on non-Apple hardware: If you want to Run OS X Buy a Mac already!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 02, 2008, 04:11:54 PM
google planning its own Web Browser (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/09/01/google_planning_new_chrome_browser_based_on_webkit.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on September 02, 2008, 04:24:40 PM
OS X on non Apple Computers (http://chris.pirillo.com/2008/09/01/will-apple-be-open-any-time-soon/)
Something I've been advocating for over a year seems to be gathering momentum.  :) :) :)

What are your thoughts ???

Interesting article, don't know how much water it will hold, but the reference to if Microsoft were to pull a stroke to stop it being installed on Apple hardware or Virtual systems they would be jumped on from a great height.

Personally the fear that it could bankrupt Apple like the last time they allowed this experiment, doesn't hold much water either as times have changed. Do they really thing that their hardware is so weak that it the OS wasn't tied to it no one would buy it, but buy a cheap "beige box PC."

There is not only the potential for huge sales of the OS but all the associated software as well, and some who have tried the OS and bought other software may then cross the floor and buy an iMac as they would be able to have taken a slow journey as far as expense goes they haven't had to but everything in one hit.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 02, 2008, 04:37:47 PM
OS X on non Apple Computers (http://chris.pirillo.com/2008/09/01/will-apple-be-open-any-time-soon/)
Something I've been advocating for over a year seems to be gathering momentum.  :) :) :)

What are your thoughts ???

Interesting article, don't know how much water it will hold, but the reference to if Microsoft were to pull a stroke to stop it being installed on Apple hardware or Virtual systems they would be jumped on from a great height.

Personally the fear that it could bankrupt Apple like the last time they allowed this experiment, doesn't hold much water either as times have changed. Do they really thing that their hardware is so weak that it the OS wasn't tied to it no one would buy it, but buy a cheap "beige box PC."

There is not only the potential for huge sales of the OS but all the associated software as well, and some who have tried the OS and bought other software may then cross the floor and buy an iMac as they would be able to have taken a slow journey as far as expense goes they haven't had to but everything in one hit.

Think of it this way then. People are impressed with the OS enough to want to run it on PC hardware because it runs so well. If it was allowed to actually run on everything, then Apple would have to support everything like Microsoft does. One of the reasons Apple can make such a great OS is they do not have to spend time making sure it is compatible with everything, they just focus on making it run well on a very limited set of hardware and then spend their efforts on improving the OS.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2008, 05:04:45 PM
Quote
One of the reasons Apple can make such a great OS is they do not have to spend time making sure it is compatible with everything, they just focus on making it run well on a very limited set of hardware and then spend their efforts on improving the OS.
Mac,
That statement just doesn't hold water. There would be many outside companies who would be very happy to write the
required software and drivers needed to support other hardware.
It might even open up a whole new division for Apple.
Stop being afraid of progress.  :)

Remember that the statement "This will never happen" is being extremely negative toward progress and a whole new
opportunity for Apple.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 02, 2008, 05:46:38 PM
Quote
One of the reasons Apple can make such a great OS is they do not have to spend time making sure it is compatible with everything, they just focus on making it run well on a very limited set of hardware and then spend their efforts on improving the OS.
Mac,
That statement just doesn't hold water. There would be many outside companies who would be very happy to write the
required software and drivers needed to support other hardware.
It might even open up a whole new division for Apple.
Stop being afraid of progress.  :)

Remember that the statement "This will never happen" is being extremely negative toward progress and a whole new
opportunity for Apple.
And thats part of the Windows OS's Problem, 3rd party providers of drivers for nearly everything and no way to do Quality Control of all the 3rd party drivers. With the Core hardware and drivers all supplied by Apple, you have a stable system and the only 3rd party involvement needed is for add on devices.

Thats what makes the two systems different and its what the Mac users like about the OS. We like the closed environment and dont want it open like windows.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on September 02, 2008, 06:18:31 PM
<snip>
Think of it this way then. People are impressed with the OS enough to want to run it on PC hardware because it runs so well. If it was allowed to actually run on everything, then Apple would have to support everything like Microsoft does. One of the reasons Apple can make such a great OS is they do not have to spend time making sure it is compatible with everything, they just focus on making it run well on a very limited set of hardware and then spend their efforts on improving the OS.

That doesn't hold true for Linux OS versions, why should it be any different for Apple and OS X, answer no reason.

Microsoft doesn't provide support for OEM versions of their OS, so there could be a similar arrangement.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 02, 2008, 06:25:24 PM
<snip>
Think of it this way then. People are impressed with the OS enough to want to run it on PC hardware because it runs so well. If it was allowed to actually run on everything, then Apple would have to support everything like Microsoft does. One of the reasons Apple can make such a great OS is they do not have to spend time making sure it is compatible with everything, they just focus on making it run well on a very limited set of hardware and then spend their efforts on improving the OS.

That doesn't hold true for Linux OS versions, why should it be any different for Apple and OS X, answer no reason.

Microsoft doesn't provide support for OEM versions of their OS, so there could be a similar arrangement.



Linux has thousands upon thousands of developers due to its fully open source nature. No Microsoft doesn't support its OEM versions and look what kind of shape the Windows OS is in. What people dont understand here is that Apple's software has the great qualities it does BECAUSE IT IS A CLOSED SYSTEM!!  Why cant you understand that??!?!?!!?!?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on September 02, 2008, 06:49:44 PM
Because I don't like protectionism in any of its forms.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on September 02, 2008, 07:53:54 PM
Each product has its merit and demerit...I gave up with Apple since I like tinkering PCs with my own hands.  Jobs may think his product perfect but I like some characters, too.  Then again, since I am not determined to be against Apple, I may buy iPod or iPhone in the future, who knows?  I'd rather enjoy variety than volunteering flag-bearers of their marketing.  I think I've paid enough to the makers for their advertisements.  ;)  Well, about this, Linux may have a point, though.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2008, 12:49:29 AM
Unfortunately Mac not all of us can afford the enormous prices charged by Apple for their CLOSED SYSTEM.
My Intel computer is quite capable of running OSX.  :)
I know I didn't buy if From Apple but then I could afford this one.  :)
This isn't meant to set of a war between Apple fans and Windows fans.
It's meant to allow those of us who can't afford an Apple to at least try their OS.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 03, 2008, 03:07:23 AM
Unfortunately Mac not all of us can afford the enormous prices charged by Apple for their CLOSED SYSTEM.
My Intel computer is quite capable of running OSX.  :)
I know I didn't buy if From Apple but then I could afford this one.  :)
This isn't meant to set of a war between Apple fans and Windows fans.
It's meant to allow those of us who can't afford an Apple to at least try their OS.  :)

If you cant afford $599 for a Mac Mini, then you run Windows or Linux. Your Computer is not capable of running Mac OS X legally last time I checked (you would be violating the EULA). Also you machine would need to be based on Intel's EFI technology and not the older BIOS(otherwise you would need to make some kind of modification to the software to get it to work).

At one point Apple did have a Trial of the Mac OS where you were loaned a Mac Mini for 30 Days to test out the OS, but there were problems with getting the units back so it was ended.

You can still try out the OS, just go to any Apple Retail store or Best Buy (Lots of Best Buy stores sell Macs now and they are expanding it to more stores every month).

But lets face it, people who are not willing to Spend $599 on a computer are not the market Apple is catering to, Apple has said before they are not interested in the Low end computer market as they would not be proud to have such stripped down machines with a Apple logo on them and the profit margins are too small in that market as well.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2008, 03:59:19 AM
Mac,
You simply seem to refuse to understand that I've already bought a computer capable of running OSX.
One day, in the not to distant future, you'll see Apple sell their operating system without the need to
purchase the hardware from them.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 03, 2008, 04:01:58 AM
Mac,
You simply seem to refuse to understand that I've already bought a computer capable of running OSX.
One day, in the not to distant future, you'll see Apple sell their operating system without the need to
purchase the hardware from them.  :)
No I understand where you are coming from, but its not capable of running OSX unless Apple Changes its EULA.

And yes they may one day untether their OS, but it certainly will not be while Steve Jobs is running the Company. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2008, 04:03:12 AM
Only time will tell.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 05, 2008, 03:34:01 AM
Website of Websites (http://www.allmyfaves.com/)

This deserves a spot in your bookmarks or favorites.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 07, 2008, 06:58:42 PM
Microsoft just can't resist, now Copying Apple's Mac Genius employees.

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/09/05/microsoft_calling_up_gurus_to_take_on_apples_geniuses.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 07, 2008, 07:24:14 PM
Mac,
That only proves that if I was able to run OSX on my system, I wouldn't need to wait for windows to do
the copying.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 07, 2008, 07:26:52 PM
here is a good video from F-Secure, talking about the evolution of viruses from being written by hobbyists to being written by criminals looking for profit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyJ4KM_bv84
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 08, 2008, 02:10:42 PM
Microsoft will release four critical updates to several software packages Tuesday, the company said.

The patches to be released on so-called Patch Tuesday include fixes for a vulnerability
that allows remote code execution in Windows Media Player 11 on various Microsoft operating systems
and for a vulnerability that allows remote code execution in various versions of the Windows OS and
related products, including 2003 Server, Vista, XP, Office, .Net Framework, Works, Visual Studio,
Visual FoxPro and other software.
More information is available at Microsoft's site (http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms08-sep.mspx).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2008, 12:24:07 AM
Is Google planning to "Float Away (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=9937&tag=nl.e539)"   ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on September 09, 2008, 12:58:04 AM
Quote
Is Google planning to "Float Away"
and then slnk like the Titanic ::) :o ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2008, 01:06:31 AM
Write programs without any coding (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-17923_22-220104-1.html).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on September 11, 2008, 10:45:10 PM
http://blogs.howtogeek.com/mysticgeek/2008/09/11/secure-computing-free-anti-virus-protection-with-avast-home-edition/
Nice article on Avast!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 12, 2008, 04:35:41 AM
http://blogs.howtogeek.com/mysticgeek/2008/09/11/secure-computing-free-anti-virus-protection-with-avast-home-edition/
Nice article on Avast!
Not to bad but some of the replies are truly off the wall.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 17, 2008, 12:56:43 AM
Apple mega-patch covers 34 Mac OS X security issues (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1910&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on September 17, 2008, 02:10:54 AM
Hi bob,

I was admiring Mac's latest OS. Tried it out and it is, from a visual point of view quite nice (maybe even better than Vista). I refrain from making a definitive distinction between which Syatem has better graphics since I only have Vista  Home Basic (no Aero theme).
Concerning the legality of using Mac OS on a non Mac computer, can a software company really make such a rule? I mean, if you bought the license for the software, why would they obligate you to use the OS on a high end computer that only they sell?

Thanks.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 17, 2008, 02:48:34 AM
As far as I'm concerned, It's call a monopoly which has cost Microsoft millions.

I'm sure that Mac will have a few words to say on that subject which totally differs from my interpretation.  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 17, 2008, 03:20:07 AM
Apple mega-patch covers 34 Mac OS X security issues (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=1910&tag=nl.e539)

Zdnet overreacting as usual. The so called Mega-patch is just one of Apple's maintenance releases very similar to Microsoft's Service Packs. The 10.5.4 update was release in June, so this covers all issues found since that time.

There are lots of non-securty related fixed in this update as well.


Hi bob,

I was admiring Mac's latest OS. Tried it out and it is, from a visual point of view quite nice (maybe even better than Vista). I refrain from making a definitive distinction between which Syatem has better graphics since I only have Vista  Home Basic (no Aero theme).
Concerning the legality of using Mac OS on a non Mac computer, can a software company really make such a rule? I mean, if you bought the license for the software, why would they obligate you to use the OS on a high end computer that only they sell?

Thanks.


Its a very controversial subject. Apple maintains that they can make the rules since its their OS. Just like Microsoft and Sony dont allow their game console OS to run on other consoles. Rumor even has it that apple is looking to go to some proprietary chipset (still use intel processors just a different chipset) to help prevent the OS to be installed on machines without this chipset.


As far as I'm concerned, It's call a monopoly which has cost Microsoft millions.

I'm sure that Mac will have a few words to say on that subject which totally differs from my interpretation.  ;D ;D ;D

If its a monopoly then lots of companies will be open to lawsuits. Example if the court rules that Apple has a monopoly it would open Companies like Sony, Nintendo, Motorola, virtually any company with a proprietary OS to lawsuits.

like why cant i run the PS3 OS on my own system I built? Or Why Cant I run Motorola's cell phone OS on my non-motorola phone? Anyone that has a Operating system that is restricted to certain hardware.

We will know in a few months the results of the psystar court case.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on September 17, 2008, 04:18:47 AM
Hi Mac,

Your answer is very straight forward but I kind of disagree with your comparison between Game Console OSs and Computer OSs. Usually with computers, you don't buy just the hardware you actually pay the Software as well.

For PCs, the Software is a separate and unique entity. I can download Vista from almost anywhere. That is not necessarily the issue for Microsoft. As long as you have purchased the Serial Key, then you have the right of usage for that software. I doubt that Bill Gates cares too much how you get the software as long as you have paid the proprietary rights.

Game consoles are not necessarily the same. Of course here there is the issue that PS3 is almost a computer compared to the old Nintendo consoles. This further complicates things. Because I don't know how game consoles works I am not sure how to word my explanation. An issue with Console OSs is that I'm not certain if they have a way of authenticating the OS. If this is not possible  then they would have no way of insuring that the user pays the usage rights. And this can be a major factor in companies.
Does Mac require serial keys? What happens if The software "is not free of errors or defects"?

I'm curious to see the court's decision on this issue.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 17, 2008, 04:35:27 AM
Hi Mac,

Your answer is very straight forward but I kind of disagree with your comparison between Game Console OSs and Computer OSs. Usually with computers, you don't buy just the hardware you actually pay the Software as well.

For PCs, the Software is a separate and unique entity. I can download Vista from almost anywhere. That is not necessarily the issue for Microsoft. As long as you have purchased the Serial Key, then you have the right of usage for that software. I doubt that Bill Gates cares too much how you get the software as long as you have paid the proprietary rights.

Game consoles are not necessarily the same. Of course here there is the issue that PS3 is almost a computer compared to the old Nintendo consoles. This further complicates things. Because I don't know how game consoles works I am not sure how to word my explanation. An issue with Console OSs is that I'm not certain if they have a way of authenticating the OS. If this is not possible  then they would have no way of insuring that the user pays the usage rights. And this can be a major factor in companies.
Does Mac require serial keys? What happens if The software "is not free of errors or defects"?

I'm curious to see the court's decision on this issue.
I see your point. It will be interesting to see the court ruling, and hopefully it will settle the debate :).

No Mac OS X does not have any serial key or validation procedure. The only thing keeping a user from using a single copy on 20 machines is honesty.  If the software is not free of errors or defects, you call and complain to Apple and hope they fix it (Which I have done a few times over the years, although not nearly as many calls as ive made to HP).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 20, 2008, 03:37:07 AM
Apple Recalls iPhone 3G Power Adapters (http://www.apple.com/support/usbadapter/exchangeprogram/)

If you have an iPhone 3G, you can fill out the form online to have a new one shipped to you or you can take the defective one to a Apple Retail Store.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 20, 2008, 05:38:46 AM
This was too good not to post:
Microsoft's Im a PC Ad made with Macs (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/09/19/microsofts_im_a_pc_campaign_created_with_macs.html)


Even microsoft itself is using Macs now  :o :D ;D 8)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Happy-Dude on September 24, 2008, 01:21:12 AM
Well ... Is this a good thing or a bad thing?

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10048142-56.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-20 --> Win7 may un-bundle many long-lived (and almost majority unused) apps from their OS.

What I think: MS should unbundle them, i.e. make them not part of the default install. What they should do: integrate Windows Live product installers (the absolute better options) and allow user to check them in or out ;) .
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 24, 2008, 05:04:31 AM
Well ... Is this a good thing or a bad thing?

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10048142-56.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-20 --> Win7 may un-bundle many long-lived (and almost majority unused) apps from their OS.

What I think: MS should unbundle them, i.e. make them not part of the default install. What they should do: integrate Windows Live product installers (the absolute better options) and allow user to check them in or out ;) .

Well im not really worried about what comes with windows from Microsoft. The problem is Dell, HP, etc putting all their crap on the systems  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 24, 2008, 02:38:29 PM
Quote
The problem is Dell, HP, etc putting all their crap on the systems
Mac.
I know frompersonal experience that you can order your Dell without any crap.
My laptop came with only the operating system installed..... Nothing else because that's
what I stipulated when I ordered it.
Totally de-crapafied...  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on September 27, 2008, 05:49:08 AM
WebKit becomes first browser engine to fully pass Acid3 Test (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/09/26/webkit_becomes_first_browser_engine_to_fully_pass_acid3_test.html)

As you know WebKit is the engine behind Apple's Safari and Internal builds of safari 4.0 also pass the Acid 3 Test.

Also remember that WebKit was the first engine to pass the Acid2 test as well.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2008, 04:26:55 PM
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Once registered, you can go to the following large and well laid out
editing website:
http://www.sumopaint.com/app/

There are more options here then you'll find in many dedicated and expensive
photo editing programs and, it's free. :)

Let me know how many Hours you're spending at their site ???  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 08, 2008, 06:47:00 PM
Hello ClearClick, Goodbye Clickjacking! (http://hackademix.net/2008/10/08/hello-clearclick-goodbye-clickjacking/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 09, 2008, 04:54:47 AM
Apple Awarded Patent on the Dock (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/08/apple_awarded_patent_on_the_dock.html)

ObjectDock and RocketDock users beware, they wont be around long. Also Microsoft will have to edit this out of Windows 7 now :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 09, 2008, 02:54:45 PM
It will on my system, sod what they say. Sledgehammer and Nut again and you wonder why people don't like apple.

What business it is taking away from apple, I don't think anyone in their right mind would buy a mac just to have a dock shortcut interface.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 09, 2008, 04:29:04 PM
It will on my system, sod what they say. Sledgehammer and Nut again and you wonder why people don't like apple.

What business it is taking away from apple, I don't think anyone in their right mind would buy a mac just to have a dock shortcut interface.
Well Apple Applied for this patent when Mac OS X was first released 9 years ago, if the Government would not have taken so long to award it there would not be anyone else doing it.  And it does not matter if it costs Apple business or not its their invention and they have the right to make people either pay license fees or discontinue the infringing product.

Every company defends their products and patents, even  Microsoft.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 09, 2008, 06:48:06 PM
Asus ships Eee Box PCs with malware

“According to an email sent out by Asus, PC Advisor reports, the Eee Box’s 80GB hard drive has the recycled.exe virus files hidden in the drive’s D: partition. When the drive is opened, the virus activates and attempts to infect the C: drive and any removable drives connected to the system."

http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2016&tag=nl.e589

How can something like this happen in this day and age??  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 09, 2008, 07:11:34 PM
Asus ships Eee Box PCs with malware

“According to an email sent out by Asus, PC Advisor reports, the Eee Box’s 80GB hard drive has the recycled.exe virus files hidden in the drive’s D: partition. When the drive is opened, the virus activates and attempts to infect the C: drive and any removable drives connected to the system."

http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2016&tag=nl.e589

How can something like this happen in this day and age??  ???

Easy, almost all PCs/Macs/MP3 players/etc are assembled in the far east, one of the employees at the factory could have messed with the drive image.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 09, 2008, 08:27:34 PM
Asus ships Eee Box PCs with malware
<snip>
How can something like this happen in this day and age??  ???

Not long ago there were reports of Hard Disks being shipped that were already infected.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on October 10, 2008, 10:49:31 AM
Yes it was last year, the company was Seagate ...

http://www.infoworld.com/article/07/11/12/Seagate-ships-virus-laden-hard-drives_1.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Negeltu on October 10, 2008, 11:48:58 AM
Apple did not create the dock.  It seems ridiculous to me that Rocket Dock would be affected.  Absolutely ridiculous. 

This article on Wincustomize is interesting http://forums.wincustomize.com/318845
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 10, 2008, 01:19:40 PM
Apple did not create the dock.  It seems ridiculous to me that Rocket Dock would be affected.  Absolutely ridiculous. 

This article on Wincustomize is interesting http://forums.wincustomize.com/318845

Your article doesnt show the first dock. The first Dock was by Acorn Computers in their RISCOS.
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/07/10/10/road_to_mac_os_x_leopard_dock_1_6.html

Plus NeXT's implementation of the dock has been around since the late 80s, and NeXT is the basis for Mac OS X. So The Implementation that is in Mac OS X was in development long before ObjectDock.

Anyway I never said Apple was the first one to use a Dock, I just pointed out that they are the ones that have the patent for it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 11, 2008, 09:20:26 PM
MS Patch Tuesday heads-up: 11 bulletins, 4 critical

http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2019&tag=nl.rSINGLE


Mac OS X Patch Day: 40 security flaws fixed

http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2017&tag=nl.rSINGLE
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Happy-Dude on October 14, 2008, 05:47:01 AM
I believe this is official ...

Microsoft Project codename "Windows 7" ... Will be called ... Windows 7 !!

Different, yes. Perhaps a new tone from Vista and XP, and been a while since the 3.1x and NT numbering days.

Let's make this "7" a lucky number now, shall we?

http://windowsvistablog.com/blogs/windowsvista/archive/2008/10/13/introducing-windows-7.aspx

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=1639

Read more about Windows 7 from Engineering 7: http://blogs.msdn.com/e7/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 14, 2008, 01:08:49 PM
I have just started reading an article in PC Pro magazine on what they think windows 7 will contain, it will be interesting to see how this compares with these links.

MS have certainly been keeping their cards close to their chests on this one, especially when you consider all the hype that went into Vista only for some major functions to be withdrawn or quietly forgotten. I guess they don't want to get burned in the same way, but more so, the more hype and information released may only serve to have people consider skipping Vista all together like me.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 15, 2008, 03:41:42 AM
Too little too late, Vista has already done its damage. Apple gave its "State of the Mac" Address today and 17.6% of US Retail computer sales are now Macs, thats quite an impressive jump from years past. And Vista is a big part of the reason people are switching.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 15, 2008, 03:55:51 AM
Too little too late, Vista has already done its damage. Apple gave its "State of the Mac" Address today and 17.6% of US Retail computer sales are now Macs, thats quite an impressive jump from years past. And Vista is a big part of the reason people are switching.
Which was the older marketing share?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 15, 2008, 04:19:17 AM
Too little too late, Vista has already done its damage. Apple gave its "State of the Mac" Address today and 17.6% of US Retail computer sales are now Macs, thats quite an impressive jump from years past. And Vista is a big part of the reason people are switching.
Which was the older marketing share?
Last statistic was from last year at 16%.  Then down sharply from there (back before intel changeover)

EDIT: Here is the Apple Keynote with the State of the Mac address from Apple Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook
http://events.apple.com.edgesuite.net/0810rtdws876/event/index.html

EDIT 2: One thing to note is this is for the US. Worldwide market share is still not that high (Obviously 16% of all computers are not Macs), But then most of Apple's Marketing is US Focused, and the Majority of their Retail Stores are also in the US.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 15, 2008, 02:40:30 PM
Microsoft officials said Silverlight 2 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=1636&tag=nl.e539) will be available for download from the company’s Silverlight site starting on October 14.
They also said that anyone using a beta version of Silverlight 2 or Silverlight 1 will be “automatically upgraded” via Microsoft’s
various patching systems to Silverlight 2 in the coming months.
(However, users will be able to block the Silverlight 2 download if they decide to do so.)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 15, 2008, 07:08:35 PM
Microsoft aiming to deliver Vista SP2 before Windows 7

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=1643&tag=nl.e539


And it already has a place holder Knowledge Base article.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3Ben-us%3B948465
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 15, 2008, 08:14:24 PM
Not much point in delivering it after windows 7 ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 15, 2008, 08:24:36 PM
Not much point in delivering it after windows 7 ;D


It depends on how many people move to Win7, After all XP SP3 can out after Vista and it did pretty well.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 15, 2008, 08:38:35 PM
I think that there are many people that are avoiding Vista like the plague (me for one, having just bought XP Pro for my new system in July). Some people were waiting for the kinks to be ironed out by Vista SP1 before they took the leap of faith and the early release of SP2 might make some more jump.

However, if windows 7 were released before Vista SP2 then I fear people wouldn't consider a switch to vista and that would just add to the Vista marketing teams woes. That is the point I was making. Considering MS are keeping their cards close to their chest on the spec for windows 7 for fear of damaging Vista sales. They may not be saying that in public, but I believe that is the reason having been burned by the Vista hype and dropped functions.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 16, 2008, 03:08:57 AM
I think that there are many people that are avoiding Vista like the plague (me for one, having just bought XP Pro for my new system in July). Some people were waiting for the kinks to be ironed out by Vista SP1 before they took the leap of faith and the early release of SP2 might make some more jump.

However, if windows 7 were released before Vista SP2 then I fear people wouldn't consider a switch to vista and that would just add to the Vista marketing teams woes. That is the point I was making. Considering MS are keeping their cards close to their chest on the spec for windows 7 for fear of damaging Vista sales. They may not be saying that in public, but I believe that is the reason having been burned by the Vista hype and dropped functions.

Would there be a SP3 released after Windows 7 like what happened with XP? If nothing else it could just be a roll-up of prior security updates so that there would not be so much to download after you re-install the OS (with a slipstreamed CD/DVD of course)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on October 16, 2008, 05:56:38 AM
For now let's recognize that there are a significant number of users of Vista.  Whatever happens and whatever your personal opinion of Vista (I admit to being a Vista holdout like David) Microsoft has the same commitment to supporting Vista as it had for XP (so yes there will be further SP offerings of Vista - it is really a no-brainer) . 

From my own experience of providing support I know that there exist very contented Vista users while also being aware of its critics.

I have no special insight but I can see Microsoft not rushing Windows 7 for these reasons:

1) to maximize the slow but sure revenue stream of users moving to Vista by users (very much domestic but also business) simply buying new systems
2) to give them the chance to give the best impression of the maximized new features in Windows 7 (ie not making the Vista mistake of raising the expectations of the new features and then failing to deliver them)
3) they will be wanting to coincide with an eventual economic revival that will see domestic and business users on the wave of a re-investment in a new hardware buying trend as part of the recovery from our present economic fiasco.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 17, 2008, 01:07:38 AM
I'm running XP on one computer and Vista on 2 others.
Once Windows 7 comes out, it will go on one of the vista machines.
I'll need updates for all 3 operating systems.
I'm actually starting to enjoy Vista Ultimate.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 25, 2008, 02:09:06 PM
Pre-beta Vista SP2 (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-12554_22-243549-10.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 25, 2008, 03:17:25 PM
Gmail gets emoticons :-)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/Emoticons.png)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 25, 2008, 07:22:11 PM
Quote
Gmail gets emoticons
Is this new (http://mail.google.com/mail/e/B09)

(http://mail.google.com/mail/e/1E3)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 25, 2008, 07:51:26 PM
Is this new
No, it's interesting ;D
Like the thread name...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on October 28, 2008, 04:35:16 PM
MTV launched a new music video hub today at MTVMusic.com. And it looks remarkably like online video site Hulu. Except instead of hosting hundreds of movies and TV shows, the site hosts thousands of music videos.
The site has a nice mix of new and older videos. You can watch videos on the site or embed them on another web page. And you can watch in full screen.
There's also a handy "similar artists" feature that will let you know that if you like Tori Amos you might want to look for videos from Fiona Apple. But the recommendation engine is far from perfect. For example, when you click on the page for Mike Doughty, you'll discover that Jack Johnson is a similar artist, but there's no link to the 5 music videos from Soul Coughing, the band Mike Doughty used to perform with.
The biggest challenge MTV Music faces is the fact that there are dozens, if not hundreds of places to find the exact same content on the internet, and then some. You can find a much wider selection of music videos on YouTube or dozens of other online video sites than you can on MTV Music. It's true that some of those videos may not have been uploaded legally, but they're out there.
So while Hulu is one of the few places you can go for free, legal, and full length TV episodes, MTV Music is jsut the latest music video portal to hit the web. And while the web page is new, it's not like MTV hasn't had hundreds of music videos on its website for years.
http://www.mtvmusic.com/
http://www.mtvmusic.com/video/?id=190233   I Want My MTV :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 28, 2008, 10:53:27 PM
David Bowie » Space Oddity
http://www.mtvmusic.com/video/?id=143503 <== restricted to US residents only

I want my MTV:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACGUasFWVsI
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2008, 01:02:34 PM
A first look at the Windows 7 PDC release (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=72168077-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on October 29, 2008, 01:31:00 PM
A first look at the Windows 7 PDC release (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=72168077-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

Quote
It's what vista should have been.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7695933.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7695933.stm)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2008, 03:15:18 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PhotoJoy.png)

Photo Joy (http://www.photojoy.com/index.aspx) is the complete desktop enhancement package.
Dispaly your photos on your desktop among various backgrounds as well as having a good selection of awesome screensavers.
This program is excellent and best of all It's Free
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on October 29, 2008, 08:20:24 PM
A first look at the Windows 7 PDC release (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=72168077-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

Hmm, Business as usual.

http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/28/microsofts_windows_7_to_bring_apple_tinged_design_changes.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 01, 2008, 02:38:18 AM
Microsoft Parks Im a PC Booth Outside Apple Store (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/31/microsoft_parks_im_a_pc_recording_booth_outside_apple_store.html)

All I can say is if they did that where I am, I know it would not be there long. I'd bring a Sledge hammer to work  >:( >:( >:( >:(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on November 01, 2008, 07:32:43 AM
Remember the difficulties of the lady who went to her local Comcast store with a hammer in her hand (though in recent times my sympathies have been with her).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on November 01, 2008, 09:11:44 AM
Microsoft Parks Im a PC Booth Outside Apple Store (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/31/microsoft_parks_im_a_pc_recording_booth_outside_apple_store.html)

All I can say is if they did that where I am, I know it would not be there long. I'd bring a Sledge hammer to work  >:( >:( >:( >:(

Probably just to remind people why they're going in.

Arf Arf.

</humour>
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 01, 2008, 03:11:17 PM
Microsoft Parks Im a PC Booth Outside Apple Store (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/31/microsoft_parks_im_a_pc_recording_booth_outside_apple_store.html)

All I can say is if they did that where I am, I know it would not be there long. I'd bring a Sledge hammer to work  >:( >:( >:( >:(

Which would come in handy for breaking rocks when you get sent down ;D if the booth is legally sited.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 02, 2008, 02:53:04 AM
Microsoft Parks Im a PC Booth Outside Apple Store (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/10/31/microsoft_parks_im_a_pc_recording_booth_outside_apple_store.html)

All I can say is if they did that where I am, I know it would not be there long. I'd bring a Sledge hammer to work  >:( >:( >:( >:(

Which would come in handy for breaking rocks when you get sent down ;D if the booth is legally sited.

It would be worth it ;D

Seriously I dont care what company it is, for the mall owners to permit such a thing is outrageous. In the malls around here the only things in the hallway like that are small food stands or like AT&T/Verizon/Sprint wireless kiosks (really how many different wireless kiosks do you need in one mall? good grief!).

Imagine Toyota setting up a booth in front of a Ford Dealership. Would not make the Ford employees happy either.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 02, 2008, 02:01:22 PM
Nothing stopping Apple putting a kiosk outside Microsoft shops, Oops they don't have any MS Retail outlets.

Well you could always have a mobile advertisement driving round the Redmond HQ, but somehow I doubt it would have the same effect.

Edit: They could always close the Apple store and deny the Mall operator the revenue ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 02, 2008, 02:34:56 PM
Quote
Seriously I dont care what company it is, for the mall owners to permit such a thing is outrageous.
Mac,
For the Mall owner, it's simply another source of income.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 02, 2008, 04:37:30 PM
Quote
Seriously I dont care what company it is, for the mall owners to permit such a thing is outrageous.
Mac,
For the Mall owner, it's simply another source of income.  :)

Well I rather like David's Idea of closing the Apple store and moving it to another location to deny the mall operator the revenue. Plenty of other places to build.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 02, 2008, 10:34:19 PM
That is an option although very expensive.
Hopefully there isn't a lease to contend with.  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2008, 01:03:45 AM
15 Hot New Technologies That Will Change Everything (http://www.pcworld.com/article/152683/article.html?tk=nl_wbxnws)

Very interesting but long article.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 04, 2008, 04:12:33 AM
15 Hot New Technologies That Will Change Everything (http://www.pcworld.com/article/152683/article.html?tk=nl_wbxnws)

Very interesting but long article.  :)
I really like the "Core Wars". With Intel going strong and with AMD getting its shot in the arm to get it back on track, the future looks good  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 06, 2008, 01:12:54 PM
FCC opens up wireless ‘white spaces;’ Assessing winners, losers and wild-cards (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=10688&tag=nl.e539)

The consumer will be one of the big winners when this all goes into effect due to all the increased competition.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 12, 2008, 11:36:54 PM
I have Windows 7 build 6801 set up on a test machine but is only good for 30 days since I'm not one of the chosen few.  ;D

Avast! is listed as the approved AV program in the security section

You'll find some pictures at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Windows7Pictures.html (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Windows7Pictures.html)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 14, 2008, 01:26:54 AM
(http://static1.mybloop.com/template/shared/images/v2/logo.gif)

What is MyBloop?
The site to upload and share files for free with infinite space.

How can I upload a file?
Go to the following website and sign up for Free Unlimited space. 
http://www.mybloop.com/register?src=hp-blue
 (http://www.mybloop.com/register?src=hp-blue)
I've opened my storage space. :)
http://www.mybloop.com/bob3160 (http://www.mybloop.com/bob3160)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 14, 2008, 11:44:25 AM
Be careful of what you download from MyBloop because malware purveyors love Free sites to deposit their excrement. 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 14, 2008, 03:46:51 PM
Be careful of what you download from MyBloop because malware purveyors love Free sites to deposit their excrement. 

This holds true for virtually any server. You should always know what your downloading and check your results carefully.

For those of us who post lots of pictures, etc. this gives us unlimited free storage.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 15, 2008, 10:52:29 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/officelive.png)

Microsoft Office Live Workspace Beta (http://workspace.officelive.com/) lets you save your Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint®, and Excel® documents to the Web,
access them from virtually anywhere, and share with others. It’s easy, and it’s free!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 18, 2008, 03:42:01 PM
DpPhoto.com (http://www.dphoto.com/) now better than ever. 
The slide show feature found in the top toolbar on the right,
makes for a stunning display. :)

Quote
The DPHOTO Gallery has been refined even further, with a multitude of design and usability improvements
to make viewing your photos even faster, easier, and more enjoyable. The Gallery now features grid view
for viewing a whole album at once, scroll bars for quickly moving through large albums, image preloading
for noticeably faster loading of photos, larger thumbnails, extra customisation options and much, much more
Here's an example:
http://bob3160.dphoto.com/#/album/23306/photo/492366/ (http://bob3160.dphoto.com/#/album/23306/photo/492366/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 19, 2008, 03:21:42 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/th_Windows7Desktop.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/Windows7Desktop.png)
Click image for full size
A deep dive into Windows 7 (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=72573615-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2008, 12:34:58 PM
Fake Windows XP activation trojan goes 2.0 (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=72599894-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

This is a lesson in "how to activate an already activated XP and,
have your credit info stolen all in one swift move"  :(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2008, 02:26:53 PM
DpPhoto.com (http://www.dphoto.com/) now better than ever. 
The slide show feature found in the top toolbar on the right,
makes for a stunning display. :)

Quote
The DPHOTO Gallery has been refined even further, with a multitude of design and usability improvements
to make viewing your photos even faster, easier, and more enjoyable. The Gallery now features grid view
for viewing a whole album at once, scroll bars for quickly moving through large albums, image preloading
for noticeably faster loading of photos, larger thumbnails, extra customisation options and much, much more
Here's an example:
http://bob3160.dphoto.com/#/album/23306/photo/492366/ (http://bob3160.dphoto.com/#/album/23306/photo/492366/)
I've just received the following notice from dphoto.com :
Quote
"Prior to December 2007, DPHOTO offered a Free account without time restrictions.
However, due to the costs involved in the hosting, storage and backup of photos, we are no longer able to maintain these Free accounts.
We have now placed an expiry date on all Free accounts, including yours. Removing Free accounts will enable us to provide an even faster,
higher quality service to our Lite and Pro account holders"

Your DPHOTO account will expire in 30 days, on December 20, 2008

I've sent them the following reply:

Quote
From bob3160 to support

Sounds like the usual "Bait and Switch" to me.
Offer something free just to get a data base of potential customers later
once the carrot is withdrawn.

There are enough FREE paces left on the net to not have to fall for this.
I'll be sure to inform all of my followers to move their stored photos to one of
the Free sites.

Sincerely,
bob3160

P.S.
A simple Google search will reveal a fairly substantial following.


Unfortunately, we can expect more of these types of cancellations due to the changing economy.
Since there are still many free places to store and share your pictures, I suggest that you simple move what you
currently have stored at dpphoto to either Google or Photobucket or any of the other services.


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 22, 2008, 03:08:03 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/WhoIs.png) (http://www.letmegooglethatforyou.com/?q=who+is+bob3160)
Click on the picture for a demonstration.

Let me Google that for you (http://www.letmegooglethatforyou.com/)   
When you enter this Web site you can type whatever question you wish into the search box
then click search. What this will do is give you a link that, when clicked, will play a short
animation of a cursor on a Google page moving to the search box then typing out whatever question
you typed before redirecting to an actual Google search of that question.
You send this link to whoever asked the question.

This is very useful for many of the questions we are asked on this forum. :)
There is nothing smarter than using smart tools.  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 22, 2008, 04:28:04 PM
You want to have a word with WOT.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 23, 2008, 12:09:50 AM
I share my pictures with my daughter on Facebook.   
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 24, 2008, 11:02:05 PM
Mac OS X targeted by Trojan and backdoor tool (http://news.zdnet.com/2424-9595_22-251586.html?tag=nl.e550)

The price of fame.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 25, 2008, 02:48:29 AM
Judge orders Ballmer to testify in 'Vista capable' case (http://www.macworld.com/article/137049/2008/11/ballmer_vista.html)

The Price of Being Microsoft

Mac OS X targeted by Trojan and backdoor tool (http://news.zdnet.com/2424-9595_22-251586.html?tag=nl.e550)

The price of fame.  :'(

Hmm ZDNet as always blowing things out of proportion. These are variants on a previous trojan that got lots of media attention but never materialized into anything.

Malware for windows - Hundreds of thousands
Malware for Mac OS X - less than 50

By the way look at how many pieces of malware for windows were added to avast's Database this past Saturday (11/22/08). Its more added in one day than exist in total on the Mac :o
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 25, 2008, 03:00:17 AM
I hold no candle for Microsoft, but I can't see the problem here a computer that is said to be Vista capable and is capable of running Vista Basic, is per say capable of running Vista.

I don't think that there have been many sales of Vista that haven't been pre-installed on new systems. My new system came with one Sticker on it, that of my Windows XP Professional Certificate of Authenticity and is well capable of running Vista, but no thanks ;D

What I'm getting at is it is the System Manufactures that are putting the Vista Capable stickers on 'their' systems and not MS. They aren't stupid, they know the system requirements for Vista all bells and whistles editions ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on November 25, 2008, 03:06:27 AM
I hold no candle for Microsoft, but I can't see the problem here a computer that is said to be Vista capable and is capable of running Vista Basic, is per say capable of running Vista.

I don't think that there have been many sales of Vista that haven't been pre-installed on new systems. My new system came with one Sticker on it, that of my Windows XP Professional Certificate of Authenticity and is well capable of running Vista, but no thanks ;D

What I'm getting at is it is the System Manufactures that are putting the Vista Capable stickers on 'their' systems and not MS. They aren't stupid, they know the system requirements for Vista all bells and whistles editions ???

However when a machine mets the requirements for Mac OS X or Linux it will run the bells and whistles edition. When Apple Says a machine will run OS 10.5 they mean it will run it all and it will run it well. The machines labeled Vista Capable would only run a stripped down version of the OS and in some cases did not even run that very well due to lack of RAM. So indeed their is a lawsuit against them.

As far as it being the PC makers who are putting the sticker on, well MS should have monitored that better. Thats one advantage of the hardware and OS being made by one company, when Apple says it will run that version of the OS you know it will. The hardware vendors are at fault too but since its MS OS they should have been watching what got that sticker.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 25, 2008, 03:27:01 AM
Unlike the Mac there is more than one manufacturer :P and they aren't employed by MS so exercising control over say Dell by MS, somehow I don't think Mr Dell would be to impressed at that suggestion.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Go Pack Go on November 25, 2008, 04:35:19 AM

I don't think that there have been many sales of Vista that haven't been pre-installed on new systems.

I only use the OS that my systems come with, with the recent exception of dual booting with Ubuntu recently  ;D.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on November 27, 2008, 04:45:22 PM
Thanksgiving - Free Software We're Most Thankful For

The 46 Free Desktop Software Applications, Webapps, and Projects We're Most Thankful For.

http://lifehacker.com/5098944/free-software-were-most-thankful-for (http://lifehacker.com/5098944/free-software-were-most-thankful-for)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 29, 2008, 05:35:42 PM
Not quite Google
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/allmyFaves.jpg)
Quick links to almost everything
http://www.allmyfaves.com/ (http://www.allmyfaves.com/)
or:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/AllMyFaves.url (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/AllMyFaves.url)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 29, 2008, 05:45:44 PM
Thanksgiving - Free Software We're Most Thankful For

The 46 Free Desktop Software Applications, Webapps, and Projects We're Most Thankful For.

http://lifehacker.com/5098944/free-software-were-most-thankful-for (http://lifehacker.com/5098944/free-software-were-most-thankful-for)

I guess I'm not very thankful as I only use #8, #10, #13, #32 and #34

They don't mention Windows Defender nor WinPatrol
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 29, 2008, 05:49:41 PM
Not quite Google
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/allmyFaves.jpg)
Quick links to almost everything
http://www.allmyfaves.com/ (http://www.allmyfaves.com/)
or:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/AllMyFaves.url (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/AllMyFaves.url)

Its very US centric as it does not list Canadian Cellular Telus and Fido
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 01, 2008, 11:43:12 PM
Before You Connect a New Computer to the Internet (http://www.cert.org/tech_tips/before_you_plug_in.html)
Interesting read. What are your thoughts ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 01, 2008, 11:49:13 PM
I think it is interesting that the link points back to this topic, in the form of a post reply to this topic ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 02, 2008, 01:49:24 AM
I think it is interesting that the link points back to this topic, in the form of a post reply to this topic ;D
Thanks for pointing this out to me. It's been fixed.
One of the problems with using FF and the fact that I still can't get it to focus on the current tab.
One of the reasons I mainly now use SRWare Iron.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 02, 2008, 02:54:20 AM
Before You Connect a New Computer to the Internet (http://www.cert.org/tech_tips/before_you_plug_in.html)
Interesting read. What are your thoughts ???

From my first brief scan of it too long winded,  and boring I almost fell asleep.

My that really was hard work, I just couldn't get into the reams of text, so I fear it would be less than helpful for your average user.

Back for another crack at it - It doesn't mention an anti-virus until you get to part III if a user hasn't fallen asleep by then, they are likely to have already been infected ;D

Its weakness it the information is on-line talking about what to do before you go on-line. So I think you can guess I don't think much of it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 02, 2008, 03:21:59 AM
Before I Would Connect a New Computer to the Internet I would download avast! (http://www.filehippo.com/download_avast_antivirus/), ZoneAlarm (http://www.filehippo.com/download_zonealarm_free/), Opera (http://www.filehippo.com/download_opera/) & WinPatrol (http://www.filehippo.com/download_winpatrol/) onto a USB flash drive with my old computer.  2. Clean off any av preloaded on the new machine. 3. Load my above security set up onto the new 'puter.  4. Set up OpenDNS (http://www.opendns.com/).

While the newly downloaded avast! set up doesn't have the latest data base, it is sure better than plugging in the machine without it! ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 02, 2008, 03:05:22 PM
That is the problem if it were a users first computer, you have to connect to get all this stuff. So the Before you would connect, is a bit of chicken and egg scenario as I outlined in my previous post ;D

There will always be that danger point of a new computer user going on-line with their trousers round their ankles.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on December 05, 2008, 08:45:06 PM
http://www.fcleaner.com/
http://www.fcleaner.com/tour.htm
FCleaner is a freeware all-in-one Windows cleaning and optimization tool. It removes unused files that are eating up your disk space and slowing your system down, tweaks your system and allows your Windows to run faster. FCleaner can also protect your privacy such as Internet History, the Cookies that websites leave behind. You can erase all the traces of your online activities in just one click with the help of FCleaner. NO Experience Or Computer Skills Necessary! FCleaner is free, but it does not contain any Spyware or Adware
anyone use this or know of this
i just use Ccleaner.......
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on December 05, 2008, 11:37:00 PM
The public Betas of the Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Server 2008 have been released!

32bit-Version (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=DCA54ECC-362A-4B4D-B62B-22780E839A7E&displaylang=en)
64bit Version (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=361D0CA3-4B2C-4F1C-8B3E-DE376FDB1DE8&displaylang=en)

the beta has to be uninstalled manually before you can install the final release...

EDIT: i tested it and it seems to be stable... no problems up do now - and like expected avast! works perfectly with it  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 08, 2008, 02:38:28 PM
Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is set to be released as a public beta version Thursday.
Here are some 6 Things You Need to Know (http://www.pcworld.com/article/154912/vista_sp2_six_things_you_need_to_know.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on December 08, 2008, 04:15:06 PM
Been testing it fow a few days now and it works well on my system. Only issue i had was my shortcut icons got messed up somehow but it was an easy fix but other than that everything works just fine.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 08, 2008, 04:36:08 PM
The public Betas of the Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista and Server 2008 have been released!

32bit-Version (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=DCA54ECC-362A-4B4D-B62B-22780E839A7E&displaylang=en)
64bit Version (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=361D0CA3-4B2C-4F1C-8B3E-DE376FDB1DE8&displaylang=en)

the beta has to be uninstalled manually before you can install the final release...

EDIT: i tested it and it seems to be stable... no problems up do now - and like expected avast! works perfectly with it  :)

Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) is set to be released as a public beta version Thursday.
Here are some 6 Things You Need to Know (http://www.pcworld.com/article/154912/vista_sp2_six_things_you_need_to_know.html)
Good news Mike.
I'm about to install the 32 bit version on one of my systems.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on December 08, 2008, 05:18:06 PM
Running it on 64 bit Vista Bob and as i said works great. ;)

One very important thing they should have mentioned in the article ...

I wouldn't run the Service Pack cleanup tool(compcln.exe) just yet, since it get's rid of the old sp1 system files that were backed up during the install there will be no way to uninstall this beta which is something that you will need to do when the final version get's released. Just a word of caution. ;)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on December 08, 2008, 07:24:05 PM
Microsoft Readies Eight New Security Patches

Two of the eight updates will patch Windows, another two are aimed at Office, while the remaining four target Internet Explorer (IE), SharePoint, Windows Media Player, and Visual Basic and Visual Studio,

http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/155083/microsoft_readies_eight_new_security_patches.html?tk=nl_wvxbiz
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on December 08, 2008, 07:47:43 PM
I don't know why Microsoft is calling the Service Pack cleanup tool a new feature in sp2, It, (or something like it) is in sp1. To run the clean up tool, open an elevated command prompt and type vsp1cln.exe.  This gets rid of the files that sp1 backed up during the install and sp1 can no longer be uninstalled.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 08, 2008, 10:10:49 PM
I don't know why Microsoft is calling the Service Pack cleanup tool a new feature in sp2, It, (or something like it) is in sp1. To run the clean up tool, open an elevated command prompt and type vsp1cln.exe.  This gets rid of the files that sp1 backed up during the install and sp1 can no longer be uninstalled.
As Mikey already mentioned, you'll need these files from SP1 to restore your system once the final release of SP2 comes out.
If you remove these files now, you'll need to do a complete re-install of Vista once the final version of SP2 comes out.

IMHO, unless you have Vista installed on a test computer or, as a virtual system, installing SP2 at this point is useless since it
will need to be un-installed and, you'll loose all programs and/or updates to programs before you can install the final release of SP2.
This is one beta you need to be careful of before you decide to install it on your regular system regardless of how we'll the beta behaves.













Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on December 09, 2008, 12:15:14 AM
OK, Now I've seen everything:

Norton AntiVirus Gaming Edition

http://www.symantec.com/norton/antivirus-gaming/welcome/index.jsp?inid=us_ghp_hero4_navgaming2009

They can't be serious, Can They??  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 09, 2008, 01:10:54 AM
OK, Now I've seen everything:

Norton AntiVirus Gaming Edition

http://www.symantec.com/norton/antivirus-gaming/welcome/index.jsp?inid=us_ghp_hero4_navgaming2009

They can't be serious, Can They??  ???
No they can't... this is the ad message for this edition ;D
Winning Protection that won’t slow you down
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 11, 2008, 01:27:45 PM
Windows 7 build 6956 - Aero Snap (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-12554_22-254720.html?tag=nl.e539)

I have it up and running on my test system.
It's a vast improvement over the last build.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on December 11, 2008, 09:12:12 PM
FTC, Court Halt 'scareware' Advertising Operations

At the request of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, a U.S. district court has ordered two companies marketing supposed computer security products online to stop their efforts.

http://www.pcworld.com/article/155275/article.html?tk=nl_dnxnws

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2008, 04:18:46 AM
Nice article Marc.  There are a "few" others that need the same type of treatment.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 13, 2008, 12:27:41 AM
Windows 7 build 6956 performance test (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=3182&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 13, 2008, 12:31:12 AM
Apple's 3D OS X interface unveiled (http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=628)

Guess that means Windows 7 wouldn't be an Apple look alike any more.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 13, 2008, 02:34:14 AM
Apple's 3D OS X interface unveiled (http://blogs.zdnet.com/gadgetreviews/?p=628)

Guess that means Windows 7 wouldn't be an Apple look alike any more.  ;D

It will not be in the soon to be released "Snow Leopard" (10.6) release, Snow leopard focuses on performance and better use of Multi-core systems as well as making full use of the GPU. Apple often patents their ideas well in advance of any product release, so it could still be a few years before we see this.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: hilda4jc on December 14, 2008, 04:50:36 PM
Sirs or Mams... I have been having problems with animated graphics on web sites... anything to do with animation... they will not show and saves as bitmaps... this has been un-acceptable and I am trying to find the problem... I uninstalled my avast home and now I cannot reinstall it  nor any other antivirus program.. Can you email me an answer on how to totally uninstall avast... totally... completely... and see if this is the problem... I am awaiting your answer... Please and thank you in advance... hilda4jc
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 14, 2008, 05:57:01 PM
Please start a New Topic of your own as this seems unrelated to the original subject and will just confuse the topic and we will try to help.  - Go to this link, http://forum.avast.com/index.php (http://forum.avast.com/index.php), scroll down to the avast! 4 Home/pro forum and click it, click the New Topic button at the top of the list and post there.

The default setting on the forums is to email the member when replies are received in topics they either created or contributed to.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 15, 2008, 02:11:15 PM
Browser Bug Report: Chrome Buggier Than Firefox or IE (http://www.pcworld.com/article/155292/article.html?tk=nl_wbxblg)
Quote
Browser Breakdown

So here's the breakdown, browser-by-browser:

• Internet Explorer 8 beta 2: 168 bugs identified

• Firefox 3.1 beta 1: 207 bugs identified

• Chrome 0.3.154.9: 297 bugs identified

Choose your flawed perfection.   :(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on December 15, 2008, 05:46:31 PM
Browser Bug Report: Chrome Buggier Than Firefox or IE (http://www.pcworld.com/article/155292/article.html?tk=nl_wbxblg)
Quote
Browser Breakdown

So here's the breakdown, browser-by-browser:

• Internet Explorer 8 beta 2: 168 bugs identified

• Firefox 3.1 beta 1: 207 bugs identified

• Chrome 0.3.154.9: 297 bugs identified

Choose your flawed perfection.   :(

wow, very interesting - thanks for posting bob!
now does that mean IE is savier than FF ???  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 15, 2008, 06:21:58 PM
None of them are "SAFE" not even the one I'm using.
If you want to go on the net, you'll just have to take your chances.  :)  :o
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 15, 2008, 06:24:48 PM
I dont put much weight in that test. I mean they tested for the number of bugs in the BETA versions. Its called beta because it has bugs. It would have been more accurate to test the latest stable releases.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on December 15, 2008, 06:49:23 PM
I dont put much weight in that test. I mean they tested for the number of bugs in the BETA versions. Its called beta because it has bugs. It would have been more accurate to test the latest stable releases.

+1

This doesn't tell you anything really ...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 15, 2008, 11:28:13 PM
Windows 7 build 6956 vs. Windows XP SP3 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=3187&tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 15, 2008, 11:44:01 PM
Windows 7 build 6956 vs. Windows XP SP3 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=3187&tag=nl.e550)

This will encourage XP users to hold out for Windows 7.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on December 15, 2008, 11:55:12 PM
It really won't make much difference if the reason for those holding out is they don't have the hardware to have already upgraded to Vista, they would have the same problem with Windows 7 as the spec is effectively the same as Vista. MS have said that those on Vista will be able to run Windows 7 on the same hardware without a need to upgrade it.

There wasn't a huge difference in the results anyway, if you look at the actual figures in the graph axis, rather than the Bars which accentuate what is most cases is a small difference. If the scale was smaller it wouldn't look so dramatic.

What are a few seconds in the boot times, given a few months and a dozen installations, etc. no one will get those figures anyway.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 16, 2008, 03:59:57 AM
F-Secure End of Year Security Wrap-up 2008 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bfy7XmkHGGA)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 16, 2008, 02:26:00 PM
Interesting video. Thanks Mac  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2008, 04:31:07 AM
Here's something I just received from Joost.

Quote
In October, we introduced our new website – Joost.com. With our new website, you're able to watch all of our videos –
TV shows, music videos, and films – right in your web browser.
At this point, we have decided to discontinue our original Joost software application. As of Friday, Dec. 19th, you will no longer be able to watch
videos in the Joost software application – but you will be able to find all of our videos, and more, on Joost.com.
Log on to Joost.com today for a complete online video experience!
Your friends at Joost
If you have Joost software installed on your computer, as I did,  it's time to remove it.  :)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Joost.png)
lhttp://www.joost.com/ (http://lhttp://www.joost.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on December 18, 2008, 07:49:04 AM
Interesting video. Thanks Mac  :)

He puts out good videos:
E:VOLUTION http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyJ4KM_bv84
Targeted Attacks http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFw9ZHy0V3c
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on December 18, 2008, 08:02:59 AM
Here's something I just received from Joost.

Quote
In October, we introduced our new website – Joost.com. With our new website, you're able to watch all of our videos –
TV shows, music videos, and films – right in your web browser.
At this point, we have decided to discontinue our original Joost software application. As of Friday, Dec. 19th, you will no longer be able to watch
videos in the Joost software application – but you will be able to find all of our videos, and more, on Joost.com.
Log on to Joost.com today for a complete online video experience!
Your friends at Joost
If you have Joost software installed on your computer, as I did,  it's time to remove it.  :)

http://trc1.emv2.com/I?a=A9X7Cq28bt0q8WIQ8an9anvhSg (http://trc1.emv2.com/I?a=A9X7Cq28bt0q8WIQ8an9anvhSg)

Joost (IPA: /dʒuːst/, like "juiced") is a system for distributing recorded TV shows and other forms of video over the Web using peer-to-peer TV technology, created by Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis (founders of Skype and Kazaa).
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joost

trc1.emv2.com is in my HOSTS file as a spam site.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2008, 04:04:13 PM
Quote
trc1.emv2.com is in my HOSTS file as a spam site.
Maybe it's time to change your host file.   ??? ??? ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on December 18, 2008, 07:42:56 PM
Quote
trc1.emv2.com is in my HOSTS file as a spam site.
Maybe it's time to change your host file.   ??? ??? ???

Maybe get McAfee SiteAdvisor to get it to change its rating as well?
http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/emv2.com
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2008, 11:24:10 PM
Quote
trc1.emv2.com is in my HOSTS file as a spam site.
Maybe it's time to change your host file.   ??? ??? ???

Maybe get McAfee SiteAdvisor to get it to change its rating as well?
http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/emv2.com
I posted the link back to Joost which was listed inside the email I received.
I subscribed to that email. It's not spam.
I've changed the link under the picture to go directly to Joost.com.

McAfee does give the site you quoted a GREEN check. 
Some personal reviews claim to have received spam.  I never have.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 20, 2008, 06:42:37 PM
Run Mac OS X on a PC
We show you how (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/10/20/macosx_on_a_pc/)

The error came from using an anonymous search engine. (http://blackboxsearch.com/index.php)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on December 20, 2008, 06:48:19 PM
Run Mac OS X on a PC
We show you how (http://blackboxsearch.com/open.php?engine=google&url=www.theregister.co.uk/2007/01/08/msn_bans_scroogle/)

Are you sure about this link? ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 20, 2008, 07:01:24 PM
Run Mac OS X on a PC
We show you how (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/10/20/macosx_on_a_pc/)

The error came from using an anonymous search engine. (http://blackboxsearch.com/index.php)


The link (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/10/20/macosx_on_a_pc/) is fixed now.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2008, 07:10:44 PM
Run Mac OS X on a PC
We show you how (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/10/20/macosx_on_a_pc/)


This is actually old news.  :)
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=23604.msg194479#msg194479 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=23604.msg194479#msg194479)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 20, 2008, 09:33:23 PM
Rdmaloyjr, please refrain from posting pirated content on these forums. You can not run mac os x on a pc without a pirated and hacked/reverse-engineered copy of the OS.

Ive seen enough of this, im pretty sure ALWIL does not allow links to pirated materials on their site.


Quote
Download the Kalyway 10.5.2 ISO from your favorite torrent site and burn it on a DVD.

How can this not be pirating?

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2008, 11:24:05 PM
Mac
Your right, my thread doesn't discuss using pirated OS simply using OSX on a non "Mac" system.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 21, 2008, 02:48:52 AM
Rdmaloyjr, please refrain from posting pirated content on these forums. You can not run mac os x on a pc without a pirated and hacked/reverse-engineered copy of the OS.

Ive seen enough of this, im pretty sure ALWIL does not allow links to pirated materials on their site.


Quote
Download the Kalyway 10.5.2 ISO from your favorite torrent site and burn it on a DVD.

How can this not be pirating?

.: Mac :.,

Please get a grip on yourself! ::)

The title of this thread is "Interesting Software & System News", I only posted a link to a news article.  I'm on topic.  Take your sour grapes to The Register (http://www.theregister.co.uk/).

Please note the date of the article, October 2008.  It is now December 2008.  Old news.

You remind me of an ostrich with it's head in the ground.  If I didn't post this would it not of happened?  Read the thread Bob posted, people have run osx on pc's with Intel & AMD.  That thread said osx runs faster on pc's than Macs, probably because the stuff meant to keep it from running on pc's slow down Macs. 
I thought that Apple's motto is: THINK DIFFERENT !

Well, I strongly believe this is the right time to think different.

And Kyle... why are you worried so much dude ? Such a good technician as yourself will never ever stay without a job. Selling OSX to PC users doesn't mean Apple is going down, it just means, Apple's market will even grow. Many Apple users will never ever switch to PC no matter what happens, but this would help a lot of people to check some other possibilities out there. I am sure this would just help Apple make even more money.

I believe that all this OSX to PC story is already so deep that's practically impossible to stop it at this point. It even runs faster on PCs than on Apple architecture. Take a look at this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvlvWL3B6qM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvlvWL3B6qM) (PC booting to OSX86 faster than OSX on a Mac)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2tAhXHPfBs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2tAhXHPfBs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncLovswd6aE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncLovswd6aE) (I actually tried it on my laptop and it works flawlessly)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SpV0uHylN8&mode=related&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SpV0uHylN8&mode=related&search=) (OSX86 10.4.6 on my machine again)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziKIq6Eulw0&mode=related&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziKIq6Eulw0&mode=related&search=)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh5c6G1H4dE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh5c6G1H4dE)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnUW88-aTSA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnUW88-aTSA)

And who said just Intel is capable of running OSX ? Well, he is wrong:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YWAP-zPMcE&mode=related&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YWAP-zPMcE&mode=related&search=)

Few OSX86 resources:

http://www.osx86project.org (http://www.osx86project.org)
http://www.nedprod.com/Niall_stuff/MacOS%20X/index.html (http://www.nedprod.com/Niall_stuff/MacOS%20X/index.html)

Yeah i even noticed some people are running pirated OSX on AMD processors. So much for "incompatibility" ...

Bob's thread mentions hacking to get osx working on pc's.  Give me a break. ::)

I suppose if they hack the check for the TMP chip (not sure if TMP is correct but the chip OSX looks for to find an apple system), then in theory if you remove that check it should install (or hack it to return True). Or is that to simplistic.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 21, 2008, 03:53:22 AM
Bob did not link to a article that instructs users to download a copy of the OS X install DVD from "your favorite torrent website", He simply brought up that it was possible to run OS X on a non-apple system. We may have had our quibbles over the whole Mac OS on PC hardware here before but you are the first linking to a article that says to torrent the Install DVD!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 21, 2008, 04:12:09 AM
Bob did not link to a article that instructs users to download a copy of the OS X install DVD from "your favorite torrent website", He simply brought up that it was possible to run OS X on a non-apple system. We may have had our quibbles over the whole Mac OS on PC hardware here before but you are the first linking to a article that says to torrent the Install DVD!

Take your sour grapes to The Register (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/10/20/macosx_on_a_pc/).  Am I the only one that read that article?  Do you always shoot the messenger?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 21, 2008, 04:20:18 AM
Bob did not link to a article that instructs users to download a copy of the OS X install DVD from "your favorite torrent website", He simply brought up that it was possible to run OS X on a non-apple system. We may have had our quibbles over the whole Mac OS on PC hardware here before but you are the first linking to a article that says to torrent the Install DVD!

Take your sour grapes to The Register (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/10/20/macosx_on_a_pc/).  Am I the only one that read that article?  Do you always shoot the messenger?

I will take my gripes to the register, but I also think its inappropriate to post articles here (or anywhere else) that contain instructions for software piracy.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 21, 2008, 04:47:57 AM
There's a big difference between posting a link to a news article and posting a link to a covert hacking/software site.  If I didn't bring this article to anyones attention then how could you bring your gripes to The Register?  Do you not think that someone at Apple is not aware of this article?  It's been two months now.  How many do you suppose did this to run osx on a pc in the two months before I posted this link?

I guess Apple doesn't know people are using osx on pc's. ::)

You haven't addressed what I said about maybe the reason osx runs faster on pc's than Macs because the stuff that Apple uses to try to keep osx from running on pc's.  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 21, 2008, 04:54:41 AM
This the season to be jolly, fa la la la la la la.  ;)
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=40547.msg345429#msg345429 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=40547.msg345429#msg345429)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 21, 2008, 05:01:07 AM
There's a big difference between posting a link to a news article and posting a link to a covert hacking/software site.  If I didn't bring this article to anyones attention then how could you bring your gripes to The Register?  Do you not think that someone at Apple is not aware of this article?  It's been two months now.  How many do you suppose did this to run osx on a pc in the two months before I posted this link?

I guess Apple doesn't know people are using osx on pc's. ::)

You haven't addressed what I said about maybe the reason osx runs faster on pc's than Macs because the stuff that Apple uses to try to keep osx from running on pc's.  ???

Hmm if I recall correctly:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/136649-3/in_pictures_the_most_notable_notebooks_of_2007.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on December 21, 2008, 05:20:25 AM
There's a big difference between posting a link to a news article and posting a link to a covert hacking/software site.  If I didn't bring this article to anyones attention then how could you bring your gripes to The Register?  Do you not think that someone at Apple is not aware of this article?  It's been two months now.  How many do you suppose did this to run osx on a pc in the two months before I posted this link?

I guess Apple doesn't know people are using osx on pc's. ::)

You haven't addressed what I said about maybe the reason osx runs faster on pc's than Macs because the stuff that Apple uses to try to keep osx from running on pc's.  ???

Hmm if I recall correctly:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/136649-3/in_pictures_the_most_notable_notebooks_of_2007.html


Then Vista should be run on Macs & osx should be run on pc's.  ;D ;D ;D

I thought that Apple's motto is: THINK DIFFERENT !

Well, I strongly believe this is the right time to think different.

And Kyle... why are you worried so much dude ? Such a good technician as yourself will never ever stay without a job. Selling OSX to PC users doesn't mean Apple is going down, it just means, Apple's market will even grow. Many Apple users will never ever switch to PC no matter what happens, but this would help a lot of people to check some other possibilities out there. I am sure this would just help Apple make even more money.

I believe that all this OSX to PC story is already so deep that's practically impossible to stop it at this point. It even runs faster on PCs than on Apple architecture. Take a look at this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvlvWL3B6qM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvlvWL3B6qM) (PC booting to OSX86 faster than OSX on a Mac)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2tAhXHPfBs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2tAhXHPfBs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncLovswd6aE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncLovswd6aE) (I actually tried it on my laptop and it works flawlessly)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SpV0uHylN8&mode=related&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SpV0uHylN8&mode=related&search=) (OSX86 10.4.6 on my machine again)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziKIq6Eulw0&mode=related&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziKIq6Eulw0&mode=related&search=)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh5c6G1H4dE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh5c6G1H4dE)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnUW88-aTSA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnUW88-aTSA)

And who said just Intel is capable of running OSX ? Well, he is wrong:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YWAP-zPMcE&mode=related&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YWAP-zPMcE&mode=related&search=)

Few OSX86 resources:

http://www.osx86project.org (http://www.osx86project.org)
http://www.nedprod.com/Niall_stuff/MacOS%20X/index.html (http://www.nedprod.com/Niall_stuff/MacOS%20X/index.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on December 21, 2008, 07:48:55 AM
Just out of curiosity i went ahead and installed the latest pirated copy of OSX on my machine. Works quite well on my Core 2 Duo actually, except i realized i don't really need it as there's nothing in there that i cannot already do with my Vista or Ubuntu. Off of my machine for good and even if Apple would start selling the OS for pc's i wouldn't buy it for sure. I prefer linux for general usage and Vista for gaming and running those few professional programs that i use(Adobe) thank you. Though i wonder with the financial crisis these days and mac sales going down if Apple will change their minds on only providing OSX on Apple hardware ? And if they do start selling it who is gonna buy it ? It's not like it's a perfect OS where nothing ever goes wrong and everything just magically works ...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on December 21, 2008, 08:18:59 AM
Maybe Apple need to hand out a few Belgian truffles around here:

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/12/16/truffles_make_you_want_macs/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 21, 2008, 02:08:19 PM
Quote
Though i wonder with the financial crisis these days and mac sales going down if Apple will change their minds on only providing OSX on Apple hardware ?
This is something I had talked about quite some time back. I guess only time will tell.
Hurry up Apple, I'm getting older.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on December 21, 2008, 02:56:05 PM
Quote
I'm getting older
Gee Bob...how OLD is that ::) ;D
(http://i39.tinypic.com/30tgqcz.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 21, 2008, 09:53:12 PM
Quote
Though i wonder with the financial crisis these days and mac sales going down if Apple will change their minds on only providing OSX on Apple hardware ?
This is something I had talked about quite some time back. I guess only time will tell.
Hurry up Apple, I'm getting older.  ;D ;D

Seeing as how every quarter for about a year now has had record breaking mac sales, you wont see them change their mind on locking the OS to the Hardware.


In Fact just the opposite is happening now, they are spending money to make sure it stays only on Apple Hardware (Lawsuits on companies like Psystar)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on December 31, 2008, 12:51:50 AM
Tabbed Browsing
One of the nicest things about tabbed browsing is the ability to open
 
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/PadoraEddyArnold.png) (http://broadcaster.pandora.com/t?r=927&c=900851&l=38028&ctl=1691FDC:C77675BAEA81A23BA04B27C98CA48DBB050542759970026E&&tc=e-001425-0035-1137&sc=sh79531567283830433)
                     (click picture to start playing music)

in one tab and then do the rest of your browsing in other tabbs.
This lets you listen to your favorite music and help some one on the forum all at the same time. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on December 31, 2008, 06:47:56 PM
Ever since I stopped listening to country music
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on December 31, 2008, 08:31:39 PM
Lots of Microsoft Zune owners are experiencing freezing issues (http://www.macworld.com/article/137838/2008/12/zunes_dying.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 01, 2009, 09:28:43 PM
More on the Zune Leap Year Bug (http://www.macworld.com/article/137846/2009/01/zunebug.html)

Im surprised more devices don't get thrown off because of leap year.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: C4Monk on January 02, 2009, 01:45:40 AM
Tried to get to the link but got this both in FF and IE7

You may not be able to visit this page because of:

an out-of-date bookmark/favourite
a search engine that has an out-of-date listing for this site
a mistyped address
you have no access to this page
The requested resource was not found.
An error has occurred while processing your request.
Please try one of the following pages:


Home Page

C4Monk
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 02, 2009, 02:16:16 AM
Tried to get to the link but got this both in FF and IE7

You may not be able to visit this page because of:

an out-of-date bookmark/favourite
a search engine that has an out-of-date listing for this site
a mistyped address
you have no access to this page
The requested resource was not found.
An error has occurred while processing your request.
Please try one of the following pages:


Home Page

C4Monk

Which Link?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 02, 2009, 03:36:33 AM
Not one of the recent ones. I just tried them.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 02, 2009, 02:03:13 PM
Prevent accidental or forced shutdown with Shutdown Guard
http://www.technospot.net/blogs/prevent-accidental-forced-shutdown/
It could be useful, also, to block update applications from shutting down though they are configurable not to prompt for next 4 hrs in Vista.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 02, 2009, 02:08:11 PM
Smart UAC - hxxp://www.replaceuac.com/
Seems a scumware... take care.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on January 02, 2009, 02:21:01 PM
Smart UAC - http://www.replaceuac.com/
Seems a good "replacement" for Norton UAC (NUAC)...
I can't discover, but seems free.

I'm staying the hell away from this one ...

http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/replaceuac.com

http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showpost.php?p=1294291&postcount=14
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 02, 2009, 06:02:48 PM
Tech,
The product put out by Symantec happens to be fairly good even if you don't like Symantec.  ;D
The one you want to use as a replacement on the other hand isn't something I would mess with.  :(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 02, 2009, 08:41:59 PM
The product put out by Symantec happens to be fairly good even if you don't like Symantec.  ;D
If if if... Symantec :P
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 04, 2009, 09:15:16 PM
http://www.askvg.com/get-windows-7-aero-peek-feature-in-windows-xp-and-vista/
Now you can enjoy the same feature in Windows XP and Vista.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2009, 03:32:45 AM
http://www.askvg.com/get-windows-7-aero-peek-feature-in-windows-xp-and-vista/
Now you can enjoy the same feature in Windows XP and Vista.
Have you tried it ???  Can you get it to work on XP ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2009, 04:54:56 PM
Animoto iPhone App (http://iphone.animoto.com)
Create Animoto video shorts on-the-go with our new, free iPhone app.
Just snap photos and use the app to turn them into vids right there on your phone.
Birthdays, nights out in the city, your irresistible new puppy, at a restaurant with friends…
anything you have/take pics of! (Btw--works for iPod Touch, too.)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 07, 2009, 04:27:19 AM
iTunes goes DRM-Free (http://www.macworld.com/article/137946/2009/01/itunestore.html)

The biggest complaint by far with iTunes is that the songs you buy are protected with Apple's FairPlay DRM, preventing them from working on other MP3 players and other software. Now all iTunes songs will be DRM-Free by the end of March and you can easily re-download all you existing music in the DRM-Free format.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 11, 2009, 03:07:56 AM
Windows 7 Beta ISO links and keys

Here's the 32 bit English keys:

4HJRK-X6Q28-HWRFY-WDYHJ-K8HDH

QXV7B-K78W2-QGPR6-9FWH9-KGMM7

TQ32R-WFBDM-GFHD2-QGVMH-3P9GC

6JKV2-QPB8H-RQ893-FW7TM-PBJ73

GG4MQ-MGK72-HVXFW-KHCRF-KW6KY


And the 64 bit English keys:


482XP-6J9WR-4JXT3-VBPP6-FQF4M

JYDV8-H8VXG-74RPT-6BJPB-X42V4

RFFTV-J6K7W-MHBQJ-XYMMJ-Q8DCH

7XRCQ-RPY28-YY9P8-R6HD8-84GH3

D9RHV-JG8XC-C77H2-3YF6D-RYRJ9


32 bit Windows 7 Beta ISO download link:


http://wb.dlservice.microsoft.com/download...LFRE_EN_DVD.iso (http://wb.dlservice.microsoft.com/download/6/3/3/633118BD-6C3D-45A4-B985-F0FDFFE1B021/EN/7000.0.081212-1400_client_en-us_Ultimate-GB1CULFRE_EN_DVD.iso)


64 bit Windows 7 Beta ISO download link:

http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/3...XFRE_EN_DVD.ISO (http://download.microsoft.com/download/6/3/3/633118BD-6C3D-45A4-B985-F0FDFFE1B021/EN/7000.0.081212-1400_client_en-us_Ultimate-GB1CULXFRE_EN_DVD.ISO)

Enjoy :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 11, 2009, 03:29:51 AM
Bob are the system requirements the same as Vista?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on January 11, 2009, 02:48:46 PM
Bob are the system requirements the same as Vista?

i don't know whats offically said but I'd say the system requirements are under that ones from vista...  :)
(or the same)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 11, 2009, 03:10:39 PM
Bob are the system requirements the same as Vista?
Mac,
The graphic requirements have been downgraded from the Vista Ultimate version.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 11, 2009, 03:44:41 PM
Bob are the system requirements the same as Vista?

The talk coming out of the PR/Marketing side of MS, they are saying if you can run Vista then you should be able to run windows 7 on the same hardware.

I think they learnt a heavy and expensive lesson on the heavy hardware upgrade hit on Vista.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 11, 2009, 06:26:09 PM
They are saying if you can run Vista then you should be able to run windows 7 on the same hardware.
Very good to know...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 11, 2009, 07:18:01 PM
I think MS got badly burned with the jump in system spec to move from XP to Vista. Not to mention the current ongoing fiasco about MS and the Vista Capable stickers on new systems, that could cost them a lot in court. I'm sure many more would probably have upgraded if it effectively meant they would have to get a new system or it required a major system upgrade too.

That extra cost made it too much for many people and they would wait until they were going to upgrade or buy a new system...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 11, 2009, 09:12:12 PM
Quote
That extra cost made it too much for many people and they would wait until they were going to upgrade or buy a new system...
Still a heck of a lot less expensive than switching to a Mac.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 11, 2009, 09:58:43 PM
Quote
That extra cost made it too much for many people and they would wait until they were going to upgrade or buy a new system...
Still a heck of a lot less expensive than switching to a Mac.  ;D

Probably by a long way ;D

Over to you Mac ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Gene J on January 12, 2009, 03:01:54 AM
I installed Win7 on an older P4 system that would not run Vista. Win7 Beta set up and ran flawlessly. I think they have a winner here. It seems like an upgrade of WinXP rather than an upgrade of Vista. it took several attempts to get the 2.44GB file downloaded (server problems), but it installed easily and is so far not problematic at all.

CCleaner doesn't install to the recycle bin, but works fine from the desktop shortcut. I would suggest using administrator rights when installing all programs to get full functions. Avast installed fine and works as great as always.

I guess I won't have to get that Mac after all.......lol.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 12, 2009, 06:20:13 AM
 ::) Not going through the Price war again.  :P
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on January 12, 2009, 02:10:13 PM
Hi Mac :)
click on pic to enlarge ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 16, 2009, 02:34:02 AM
Intel's Net Profit drops 90 percent (http://www.macworld.com/article/138259/2009/01/intel_profit.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2009, 04:31:43 PM
Glims for safari (http://www.machangout.com/)
Glims adds a cocktail of features to Safari (Tabs, Thumbnails, Full Screen, Search Engines, Search Suggestions,
Forms autocomplete on, Dated download folders, Type Ahead ...)
 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2009, 05:51:59 PM
TOONEL.NET   
toonel.net is an experiment in a technique for conserving network bandwidth.
If you are paying a fee based on the amount of data you transfer (e.g. 3G/GPRS/DSL/CDMA) and have monthly download limit,
or if you have narrowband connection (e.g. dialup modem) then you are most likely to appreciate the service toonel.net offers.
There are number of toonel.net client application packages. All solutions are 100% Java based and therefore this service can be used
on any platform with an installed Java Runtime Environment, including mobile phones

Information and description:
http://toonel.net/ (http://toonel.net/) 

Download link:
http://www.toonel.net/downloads.html (http://www.toonel.net/downloads.html)

This should help all of those on Dial-up like David.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 16, 2009, 07:49:28 PM
TOONEL.NET   
toonel.net is an experiment in a technique for conserving network bandwidth.
If you are paying a fee based on the amount of data you transfer (e.g. 3G/GPRS/DSL/CDMA) and have monthly download limit,
or if you have narrowband connection (e.g. dialup modem) then you are most likely to appreciate the service toonel.net offers.
There are number of toonel.net client application packages. All solutions are 100% Java based and therefore this service can be used
on any platform with an installed Java Runtime Environment, including mobile phones

Information and description:
http://toonel.net/ (http://toonel.net/) 

Download link:
http://www.toonel.net/downloads.html (http://www.toonel.net/downloads.html)

This should help all of those on Dial-up like David.  :)
Actually this could help everyone because soon all internet connections will have data transfer limits unless the Government steps in.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on January 16, 2009, 07:53:56 PM
Quote
Actually this could help everyone because soon all internet connections will have data transfer limits unless the Government steps in.
That would really mess thing up.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 16, 2009, 07:56:04 PM
I'm having a quick look at Toonel (interesting take on words, like a Geordie saying Tunnel), but it uses a proxy so you would also need to co-ordinate that with the web shield and since it also does email, perhaps we would have to do something with the internet mail provider.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 16, 2009, 08:25:06 PM
Information and description:
http://toonel.net/ (http://toonel.net/) 
I could not understand yet what does it do... how it works...?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 16, 2009, 08:44:31 PM
I still don't fully understand it, I thought that the downloaded toonel.jar would be an archive that you had to extract and install the program. But no it opens the program interface see image.

So it looks like it is a stand alone that you would have to run on boot, copy shortcut into startup folder, etc. you have to set your browser to use localhost 8080 and add 8080 to the web shield redirects and uncheck the Ignore local communication for it to work with the web shield.

http://www.toonel.net/support.html (http://www.toonel.net/support.html) or http://toonel.net/qa.html (http://toonel.net/qa.html) are more useful than the main page.

I'm trying to figure out how to get it to work with email and the internet provider, I haven't started on that aspect yet, just playing with the browser side for now.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on January 16, 2009, 09:57:36 PM
Hmmm ... this is a program that has not been updated in three years.  I wonder what is the business model that allows it to run the servers needed by its users completely for free. 

It does mean that everything you do is going through their servers controlled by who knows.

It does not appear to be very different from any other of the "Web accelerators" previously encountered except that it requires you to set up the proxies manually rather than the transparent intercepts we have seen in other similar products.

In today's increasingly more graphic intense Web sites it would probably require that the optional degrading of non-compressible images be used (as in other Web accelerators) to obtain really good reduction in bandwidth consumption.  I look forward to David's findings. 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 16, 2009, 10:56:36 PM
Seems a hoax...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 16, 2009, 11:11:13 PM
@ Alan
There are settings under Web tab that allow you to degrade images by default there is no degradation. I have changed just changed the jpeg to 80% as the as they are by comparison bigger than gif images (which you will notice is what I post) and on-line there is negligible difference.

Whilst the seem to show better compression on outbound  (handy ion dial-up) and the inbound compression 5 shown appears reasonable the physical difference I'm seeing isn't huge, but so far that has been limited to the forums. So I wouldn't expect to see much change, but we will see over time.

Whilst it hasn't seen any update since Jan 2006, I guess it is one of those things that there isn't much to change once you have the compression algorithm and linkage to JAVA runtime there isn't much else to fiddle with as the above image shows (the GUI is sparse).

@ Tech
Would you care to expand, I see no sign that this is a hoax ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2009, 11:31:01 PM
David,
I was hoping this would catch your eye.
Thanks for taring into it.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2009, 11:59:01 PM
Who Needs Photoshop

photofunia.com (http://photofunia.com/)

Who needs Photoshop ???

This online site allows you to create some really neat effects.
You can even use it to create an Avatar.
I just created this small example of what can be done with this service:
Before
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/bob3160bald.jpg)
   
After
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/bob3160BaldSketched.jpg)   

Avatar
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/bob3160BaldAvatar.jpg)

Have Fun. :)

You can also use Photoshop -  ON LINE:
https://www.photoshop.com/express/landing.html (https://www.photoshop.com/express/landing.html)
Setting up a Free account is required and also includes 2 gig of free storage for your masterpieces.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 17, 2009, 12:10:29 AM
I'm looking at the email side of it now ant it is very basic almost like the changed needed with old OSes, changing the email account pop3/smtp server to 127.0.0.1, etc. and in this case setting the Toonel Mapping tab to the actual server address.

Now this I'm sure might mean an interaction with the internet mail provider I haven't tested that bit yet. The other thing is I don't think it can easily handle multiple email accounts on different servers. But there is an option there for new port mapping so I think it will work but everything is very basic.

I just checked my firewall logs to see what it gets up to and you can see that it uses the javaw.exe (sun java runtime) file and the servers it accesses are on serverloft.com
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 17, 2009, 12:43:48 AM
David,
Are you getting a noticeable benefit out of this program ?
Is it worth the extra work in order to gain the speed benefit this program is supposed to render ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on January 17, 2009, 12:58:26 AM
Would you care to expand, I see no sign that this is a hoax ???

Hmmm ... this is a program that has not been updated in three years.

I wonder what is the business model that allows it to run the servers needed by its users completely for free. 

It does mean that everything you do is going through their servers controlled by who knows.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 17, 2009, 01:09:30 AM
David,
Are getting a noticeable benefit out of this program ?

It really is too early to say one way or the other. The one thing I have done is abandon the attempt to integrate it into email as with that proxy the web shield proxy changing the email account server to localhost, it just seems to be in a loop and nothing getting sent and there is no way I would disable avast email scanning just to get it to work.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 17, 2009, 01:11:27 AM
Quote
there is no way I would disable avast email scanning just to get it to work.
Fully agree.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 17, 2009, 01:26:24 AM
Would you care to expand, I see no sign that this is a hoax ???

Hmmm ... this is a program that has not been updated in three years.

So what, if it doesn't need to be updated is no indication that it is a hoax. http://www.tfd.com/hoax (http://www.tfd.com/hoax)

I wonder what is the business model that allows it to run the servers needed by its users completely for free. 

It does mean that everything you do is going through their servers controlled by who knows.

Again none of these points Alan mentions means it is a hoax, perhaps your choice of word is incorrect.

Business Model:
We don't know the business model of many applications that we use, e.g. you use Moxy for free I use photobucket and there are many others that we have an idea what their business model is, for most they are trying to do get you to buy the premium product. 

Whilst this is currently free there is a possibility that if they spend some time developing it (not once in a blue moon) into something more user friendly with a cuddly GUI, etc. then they could charge for the service and there is such a clause in their terms of use had you read it, which I did before I used it.

That is also why I monitored my firewall logs to see what servers it used and did the usual google search on the domain name.

So other than Alan's comments you don't have any on why you feel it is a hoax.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: alanrf on January 17, 2009, 03:08:04 AM
Continuing the Toonel saga ...

Unable to resist a peek I downloaded it.   

It looks like it was someone's project that has not gone much further. That is not intended to be critical ... it does what it says.  However, as David reported, it does require the user to set up a separate definition and assign a unique localhost port for each email account's POP/IMAP/SMTP connection.  Most users are not going to understand this let alone the need to create manually a startup entry to run a .jar file.  It would also require corresponding modifications to the avast Internet Mail provider for those ports to get avast to scan the mail.  

Nevertheless, it does work and  I just used it as a simple little alternative to STunnel to get my GMail received in Thunderbird and scanned by avast along the way.   
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 17, 2009, 02:35:52 PM
I created the Toonel SMTP and POP3 entries in mapping, but left the port at 25 and 110 as they were set by default (which would mean avast would redirect).

I tried modifying the Internet Mail provider, basically in the same way as for the addition of another proxy, by unchecking the, Redirect, Ignore Local Communication option and having set up the Outlook Express account details Server to 127.0.0.1.

Whilst Toonel reported the SMTP and POP3 status as active and x number of open tunnels open, nothing ever came through the tunnels, everything just hung.

So I don't know if avast redirection on the standard ports is happening before toonel so nothing happens or if I should check the Ignore Local Communication, but that would defeat the object of as the toonel traffic wouldn't be scanned.

Since I normally pre scan my email on the server (mailwasher pro) and filter spam, etc. at source, very little actually gets downloaded to my system/inbox. So I didn't expend much time trying other options to get it to work.

As you say there are very few who would be prepared for this amount of manual setup to get it working and that is with the added complication of having other localhost proxies to co-ordinate with.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 22, 2009, 04:55:21 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/SumoPaint.png)

SumoPaint - This is an Online (FREE) Image Editing Website
http://www.sumopaint.com/beta/
Registration required.
Once registered, you can go to the following large and well laid out
editing website:
http://www.sumopaint.com/app/

There are more options here then you'll find in many dedicated and expensive
photo editing programs and, it's free. :)

Version 1.0 has just been released with even more features than before.
http://www.sumopaint.com/web/ (http://www.sumopaint.com/web/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 23, 2009, 10:38:26 PM
http://www.macworld.com/article/138412/2009/01/trojan.html

People should have enough sense not to pirate software. But it will always happen and therefore malware comes included.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on January 27, 2009, 09:56:25 PM
WD Introduces 2TB HDD (http://www.macworld.com/article/138462/2009/01/caviargreen.html)

2TB  on a single Hard Disk. The first computer I used didn't even have a hard disk (5 1/4 in Floppy :P)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on January 27, 2009, 10:19:30 PM
My first PC had 'twin' 51/4" floppies, real hot ;D

The first custom built PC had an HDD had 512MB and the guy said I would never fill that, well it took about a year and I was using on the fly compression software.

Now I have the smallest 8GB USB flash drive, well it was when I bought it last year.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2009, 03:48:48 AM
I just received the following from WinRar:
"Get JetDrive 2009 Defrag for FREE
JetDrive defragments your files which accelerates the read and write processes.
JetDrives brings your hard drives back to an optimal state. With JetDrive you may defragment your hard drives, single files or even your registry.
JetDrive really boosts your Windows system.
We have partnered with Abelssoft GmbH to bring you this outstanding defrag program for FREE. - Hurry, offer expires Feb. 9th.
Click here to receive your free and personal license now":
Code: [Select]
http://slickdeals.net/?sdtid=1157653&u2=http://www.AbelsSoft.net/winrar-license.php?em=xyzabc@gmail.com
Replacle xyzabc(@)gmail.com with an email where they would send you a serial.
I would not use my primary email.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2009, 04:26:34 AM
GLADINET (http://www.gladinet.com/p/index.htm)  helps you manage your online storage directly from your desktop.
You can mount network drives and access services like Picasa and ADrive directly from your desktop.
If you want to add to any of these services, you can just simply drag and drop into the folders,
like you would normally in My Documents.

Easy Access To Files
Use Web Applications Locally
Remote Access To Multiple PCs
On Demand Sharing With Friends
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2009, 11:22:28 PM
Google plugs ‘high-risk’ holes in Chrome browser (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2443)

You can download the latest version at:
http://www.google.com/chrome (http://www.google.com/chrome)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on January 30, 2009, 01:34:08 PM
Quote
Google plugs ‘high-risk’ holes in Chrome browser
What did they do Bob ???
Haven't tried Chrome yet because of the past issues with it ::)
And is the installer necessary to install Chrome or i meant is the installer installed also ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on January 30, 2009, 03:36:55 PM
Hi Dan,

A nice link about creating and remembering safe passwords: http://blog.sellsiusrealestate.com/password-tip/how-to-create-unique-passwords-you-will-never-forget/2007/05/05/

Damian

P.S. Be aware of the Password Snatchers
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on January 30, 2009, 06:04:14 PM
Thanks Damian for the info ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on January 30, 2009, 09:36:13 PM
Google Updates – GOOGLEUPDATE.EXE
Googleupdate.exe will appear in a folder called C:\Program Files\Google\Common\Update\1.0.69.0\ (number may vary). This file is the updater that installs with Google Gears. Google Gears is an open source browser extension that enables web applications to provide offline functionality using several JavaScript APIs. This file should not need to be left running all the time.
--from winpatrol plus--
i removed it from running in the background as it advise above
nice browser...and fast-but will manly use the fox ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on January 30, 2009, 10:00:53 PM
Hi Dan,

I use this browser for things that are not rendered as it should in fx,

Damian

I installed this ini file there in the main program file:
Code: [Select]
[Settings]
threshold=50
cutoff=75

[Inject]
function='AdWriter'
function='htmlAdWH'
function='urchinTracker'

# These are, more or less, false-positives that are caught below.
# Note the use of the "\b" word boundary regex.
[Group]
name="Positive karma, keywords"
score=-36
rule=$url=~'(downlo|uplo|thre|typep)ads?\b'
rule=$url=~'\bad(don|min)'
rule=$url=~'\bminify\.php\b'

# "Third party" hosts earn karma below.  These are hosts that
# are either unlikely to be malicious and/or critical to the
# functioning of common sites.
[Group]
name="Positive karma, hosts"
score=-36
rule=$url.host=~'static'
rule=$url.host=~'\.(aolcdn|files\.wordpress|gawker|yahooapis|yt?img)\.com$'
rule=$url.host=~'\.(akamai)\.net$'
rule=$origin=~'newegg.com/'

# Positive for flash, because blocking any part of a SWF
# makes the entire thing disappear.
[Group]
name="Positive karma, flash"
score=-75
rule=$origin.tag=='EMBED'
rule=$origin.tag=='OBJECT'

[Group]
name="Positive karma, google services"
match=all
score=-50
rule=$url.host$='.google.com'
rule=$url.path=~'/(account|adsense/login|jsapi|maps|uds)'

# The "third party" script in the RSS viewer tends to get blocked.
[Group]
name="Positive karma, browser chrome"
score=-1
rule=$url^='chrome://browser/'

# Now the "bad" scores start accumulating:

# Any third party resource earns some bad karma.  Not enough
# to get blocked, but enough to tip the scales.
[Group]
name="Third-party"
score=30
rule=$thirdParty==true

# Same goes for all javascript.  30+20 means all third party
# scripts are blocked, unless matched above by a "positive" rule.
# This blocks almost all trackers and ads.
[Group]
name="Scripts"
score=20
rule=$type==script

# Adding karma for iframes, as well as scripts, blocks almost
# all the rest of the ads.
[Group]
name="IFRAMEs"
score=40
rule=$origin.tag=='IFRAME'

# Now we start matching keywords, for things that haven't already
# been blocked.
[Group]
name="Keyword: ad"
score=35
rule=$url=~'\bad'
rule=$url=~'ad(s|vertising)?\b'

[Group]
name="Keyword: banner"
score=25
rule=$url=~'\bbanner'
rule=$url=~'banners?\b'

# Images earn just a smidgeon of negative karma.  They
# are sometimes used as the "lazy third party" transmission
# mechanism.
[Group]
name="Images"
score=10
rule=$type==image

# The longer the URL, the more likely it is transmitting all
# sorts of data.  Web trackers commonly do this.
[Group]
name="Long URLs"
score=10
rule=$url.path=~'.{125,}'

[Group]
name="Extra-long URLs"
score=10
rule=$url.path=~'.{275,}'

# Annoying images inserted into feeds.
[Group]
name="Feedburner/Wordpress cruft"
score=15
rule=$url.path=~'^/~./'
rule=$url^='http://feeds.wordpress.com/1.0/'

# Geocities ads.
[Group]
name="Misc"
score=30
rule=$url.path^='/js_source'
Save this as KarmaBlocker.ini in the same main folder where is the adblock.ini file situated,
Enjoy,

Damian
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 05, 2009, 11:57:10 PM
Microsoft Patch Tuesday heads-up (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2505&tag=nl.e589)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on February 06, 2009, 04:18:21 AM
Microsoft Patch Tuesday heads-up (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2505&tag=nl.e589)

A Birthday present for me  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on February 10, 2009, 03:26:08 AM
Mozilla to join EU suit against Microsoft (http://www.macworld.com/article/138707/2009/02/mozilla.html)

Its about time. Way to go Mozilla. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on February 10, 2009, 03:54:43 AM
Mozilla to join EU suit against Microsoft (http://www.macworld.com/article/138707/2009/02/mozilla.html)

Its about time. Way to go Mozilla. :)

Quote
If the charges stick, then Microsoft could be forced to change the way it distributes IE, as well as pay a fine for monopoly abuse.

This suit should also apply to Apple!  Apple is guilty of monopoly abuse in the same way with it's OS.  Anyone wanting to use osx has to buy a Mac.  What's the difference between having IE forced on someone & having an over-priced Mac forced on people ???  If you want to use Windows, IE is imposed.  If you want to use osx, a Mac is imposed.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on February 10, 2009, 05:24:01 AM
Mozilla to join EU suit against Microsoft (http://www.macworld.com/article/138707/2009/02/mozilla.html)

Its about time. Way to go Mozilla. :)

Quote
If the charges stick, then Microsoft could be forced to change the way it distributes IE, as well as pay a fine for monopoly abuse.

This suit should also apply to Apple!  Apple is guilty of monopoly abuse in the same way with it's OS.  Anyone wanting to use osx has to buy a Mac.  What's the difference between having IE forced on someone & having an over-priced Mac forced on people ???  If you want to use Windows, IE is imposed.  If you want to use osx, a Mac is imposed.
Because what Microsoft is doing is illegal. Using its dominant position in the OS market to promote IE.

Apple is not imposing a Mac on anyone. The mac is a closed system much like most cell phones and home routers.  The OS is designed specifically for the mac and not for other computers, its not meant to be installed on anything but a Mac. Just like Linksys' software is meant to be only installed on linksys routers. Even though the Mac has most of the same hardware as PCs (Intel processor and chipset) and the Linksys has most of the same hardware as other home routers (broadcom based chipset) you are not allowed to put the linksys software on a netgear router and you are not allowed to put the Mac OS on a non apple computer. If you dont like the Mac hardware, buy a PC. If you dont like Linksys, buy Netgear/Belkin/Buffalo/etc.

When macs used PowerPC chips no one questioned this, now suddenly they use intel and people are crying foul.

Really we have been over this a hundred times. Get over it, Apple is not going to allow people to use OS X unless they buy their hardware.

I can't wait until they win the battle with Psystar and have legal precedence to back them up on this.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2009, 04:57:17 PM
Quote
When macs used PowerPC chips no one questioned this, now suddenly they use intel and people are crying foul.
It's amazing, when something is instigated agains MS, it's a big deal but when it's against Apple, their fan boys start to cry foul.
I bet that if it was Firefox that was integrated in Windows, Mozilla wouldn't utter a word.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on February 10, 2009, 05:03:12 PM
Quote
When macs used PowerPC chips no one questioned this, now suddenly they use intel and people are crying foul.
It's amazing, when something is instigated agains MS, it's a big deal but when it's against Apple, their fan boys start to cry foul.
I bet that if it was Firefox that was integrated in Windows, Mozilla wouldn't utter a word.  ;D
Us IE fanboys would kick up a fuss though.   ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on February 10, 2009, 06:15:01 PM
Quote
When macs used PowerPC chips no one questioned this, now suddenly they use intel and people are crying foul.
It's amazing, when something is instigated agains MS, it's a big deal but when it's against Apple, their fan boys start to cry foul.
I bet that if it was Firefox that was integrated in Windows, Mozilla wouldn't utter a word.  ;D

THere have been lots of lawsuits against apple that I thought were well founded. Like the class action lawsuit for the plastic discoloring on some First Generation MacBooks. Apple refused to repair the machine because it was a "Cosmetic Defect" so the owners sued and won.

There also have been some lawsuits against Microsoft that I thought were bull. Like the whole "Vista Ready" lawsuit. The machines sold as Vista ready will run Vista basic. If you don't like the performance then add memory and get over it.

But this griping over having to buy Apple hardware is nonsense.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on February 11, 2009, 05:37:30 PM
Avira is going to present its new Avira 9 on the CeBIT this year (beginning of march)

Actually there are some early Betas and some new features are included:
(I'm not going to post any links ;) )
- child safety
- support for IMAP
- configuration wizard
- HTTP upload out of the quarantine
- One-Click-Repair for the OnDemandScan
- Support for Netbooks with a resolution of 800x480

But there is more to come...
one thing i read that its going to have is HIPS

yours
onlysomeone
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 12, 2009, 04:07:49 AM
An IP address database
that allows you to browse all (really all) IP addresses.
The database shows you the IP country and converted IP
address information for every IP address.
The whole IP address database (http://sendstudio.ip-adress.com/link.php?M=59811&N=47&L=41&F=H)

For all those that use ip-address.com to determine
their own IP address they pimped that site. It now shows you
the ISP and has an improved layout.
You can check out your own IP address by clicking here (http://www.ip-adress.com/)

(Remember, the address revealed is determined by the person clicking the link.)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 18, 2009, 03:06:28 PM
This is for for all the web guys, if your interested.  :)

Introducing Bespin

Last week Mozilla Labs (http://labs.mozilla.com/) unveiled the new Bespin project (http://labs.mozilla.com/projects/bespin/),
an experiment towards developing an "extensible framework for open web development". Bespin is a web-based code editor built using open web technologies.
"We're particularly excited by the prospect of empowering Web developers to hack on the editor itself and make it their own."
This release is Bespin 0.1 and is an initial prototype framework that includes support for basic editing features, such as syntax highlighting,
large file sizes, undo/redo, in-browser preview, and project import/export.
There's an introductory video (http://vimeo.com/3195079) available, and the source code (http://hg.mozilla.org/labs/bespin/) has been released under the MPL.
The project announcement (http://labs.mozilla.com/2009/02/introducing-bespin/) has lots more information, including a bunch of ways you can get involved with the project.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on February 19, 2009, 07:48:53 PM
Betatests for the GData Security Software 2010 started recently...


New:
-new GUI
-better performance
-fingerprinting
-scanserver
-whitelisting
-better memory-management
-false-positive-guard

Quote
Die Features der neuen Version im Überblick:

- neue GUI
- Performance-Verbesserung
o Fingerprinting 2.0
o Scanserver
o Whitelisting

- Optimiertes Memory-Management
- False Positive Schutz
[/size]

Engines again are BitDefender and Avast.

yours
onlysomeone
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on February 19, 2009, 10:13:33 PM
Betatests for the GData Security Software 2010 started recently...
If it has a freeware version I'll test it ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2009, 01:22:11 AM
Quote
Engines again are BitDefender and Avast.
If it uses the avast! engine, then why is it's rating below that of avast! ???

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on February 20, 2009, 01:46:45 AM
Quote
Engines again are BitDefender and Avast.
If it uses the avast! engine, then why is it's rating below that of avast! ???
BitDefender drops down the avast security ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2009, 01:55:11 AM
Quote
Engines again are BitDefender and Avast.
If it uses the avast! engine, then why is it's rating below that of avast! ???
BitDefender drops down the avast security ;D ;D

Tech is back  ;D :) ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on February 20, 2009, 03:29:27 AM
Threatfire 4.1 (http://www.threatfire.com/updates/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on February 20, 2009, 08:29:37 AM
Betatests for the GData Security Software 2010 started recently...
If it has a freeware version I'll test it ::)

betatesters get a free one year license after the final release (until the next beta)... thats what i really like about it :)

yours
onlysomeone
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2009, 02:18:34 PM
If you need secure e-mail, then Send (https://www.sendinc.com/) may be your answer.
Send (https://www.sendinc.com/) offers a solution to those of us who need to send secure e-mail messages from time to time.
You’ll need to create an account with Send (https://www.sendinc.com/). in order to use the service, but once you do,
you just have to fill out the form on the home page and include any attachments that you want to send
in order to deliver a secure message. The encryption algorithm is very strong, and your intended recipients
will have to decrypt the message through Send (https://www.sendinc.com/), which helps to keep the message in the right hands.
Singning up for an account at Send (https://www.sendinc.com/) actually happens during the sending of your first secure e-mail.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on February 23, 2009, 05:35:01 PM
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/02/23/9-free-antivirus-programs-for-windows/#continued
nice it mentioned avast! at the top of the list ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on February 23, 2009, 06:49:36 PM
nice it mentioned avast! at the top of the list ;)
With some exceptions (at the end), it is on alphabetical list ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2009, 03:52:38 AM
(http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/wp-content/uploads/micorosft-image.jpg)   Starting Monday Feb. 24th 2009, updates are available for those lucky souls using Windows 7 Beta.
 The updates can be found by going to Start/All Programs/Windows Updates, as they are not being announced or installed via Automatic Updates.
It must be done manually.
I'm in the process of updating my Windows 7 Beta version now.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on February 28, 2009, 04:06:58 AM
Intentional deletion.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2009, 04:20:28 AM
(http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/wp-content/uploads/micorosft-image.jpg)   Starting Monday Feb. 24th 2009, updates are available for those lucky souls using Windows 7 Beta.
 The updates can be found by going to Start/All Programs/Windows Updates, as they are not being announced or installed via Automatic Updates.
It must be done manually.
I'm in the process of updating my Windows 7 Beta version now.

The updates including the driver update installed without a hitch.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on February 28, 2009, 05:01:25 PM
Out of curiosity, how long can you use the betta?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2009, 06:17:40 PM
As far as I know, till August 2009
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 04, 2009, 03:49:45 PM
Pwn2Own hacker: Apple Safari is 'easy pickings' (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2748&tag=nl.e539)

Quote
Charlie Miller, the security researcher who won last year’s Pwn2Own hacker contest, is predicting that Apple’s Safari browser will be the easiest target this year.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 04, 2009, 08:05:09 PM
Pwn2Own hacker: Apple Safari is 'easy pickings' (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2748&tag=nl.e539)

Quote
Charlie Miller, the security researcher who won last year’s Pwn2Own hacker contest, is predicting that Apple’s Safari browser will be the easiest target this year.

Last year Adobe Flash took down 2 of the 3 systems. I would be more worried about that.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 05, 2009, 01:26:20 PM
Zemana AntiLogger
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/zemana-antilogger/
http://www.zemana.com/list/list.aspx?ktgr_id=412  says it compatible with Avast!
today 3/5
no thanks-just posting it in case someone wants to try it ::) :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: cod head on March 05, 2009, 01:44:31 PM
I looked at that on giveaway of the day then I started looking at other freeware keyscrambler software and ending up choosing this one that I downloaded,scanned,installed and am using.It seems compatible with avast,vista etc.and I like it.Its called KeyScrambler and got it from.www.qfx software.com  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 05, 2009, 01:52:50 PM
I looked at that on giveaway of the day then I started looking at other freeware keyscrambler software and ending up choosing this one that I downloaded,scanned,installed and am using.It seems compatible with avast,vista etc.and I like it.Its called KeyScrambler and got it from.www.qfx software.com  ;)
What does it do? What are they're features? Why does it worth the installation?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: cod head on March 05, 2009, 03:23:05 PM
Its a keystroke encrypter.The free version covers on-line shopping,web mail,credit cards,addresses,yahoo mail,g mail,Java flash and browser dialogues,browser master passwords etc.It says it has defeated all keyloggers and encrypts keystrokes at kernel hard drive level.Its for I.E.and firefox and some others.It is rated four stars at firefox add on site. ;).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 05, 2009, 04:11:11 PM
Its a keystroke encrypter.The free version covers on-line shopping,web mail,credit cards,addresses,yahoo mail,g mail,Java flash and browser dialogues,browser master passwords etc.It says it has defeated all keyloggers and encrypts keystrokes at kernel hard drive level.Its for I.E.and firefox and some others.It is rated four stars at firefox add on site. ;).
Thank you.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 06, 2009, 04:38:55 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/DriverM.png)
Details available here (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 07, 2009, 11:55:42 AM
Details available here (http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/)
I wish that you could show what's new or updated like List of Lists:
Quote
2 new and 57 updated items in 38 lists:

  http://lists.thedatalist.com/pages/New_Links.htm
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 07, 2009, 02:37:51 PM
Two I use most :)
http://www.calendarofupdates.com/updates/index.php?act=calendar
http://www.filehippo.com/
Plus Bob's ;D
http://home.comcast.net/~mysharedfiles/
When you're ready,  Click Here  to get to the Server.
Click on that and tons of stuff
No Bob-I am not advertising for your site-Its just a good one@
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 07, 2009, 03:40:26 PM
YoKenny,
Quote
I wish that you could show what's new or updated like List of Lists:
I don't know what your referring to since I simply posted a link to a free program ???

Dan,
Quote
No Bob-I am not advertising for your site-Its just a good one
Thanks for the compliment. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 07, 2009, 03:43:01 PM
Microsoft admits users will be able to turn off IE 8 in Windows 7 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2235&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 07, 2009, 04:31:10 PM
Vista SP2 Release Candidate available to the public (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=0A3D7A63-46AF-4E04-AC8C-91B8BC476450&displaylang=en)
Is any one going to try this or, are you going to wait for the final release ? (Final release expected in April.)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 07, 2009, 04:36:07 PM
Vista SP2 Release Candidate available to the public (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=0A3D7A63-46AF-4E04-AC8C-91B8BC476450&displaylang=en)
Is any one going to try this or, are you going to wait for the final release ? (Final release expected in April.)

I'm going to wait but I hope that it won't be an April Fool's joke (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_Fools'_Day)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Mr.Agent on March 07, 2009, 04:38:46 PM
well i will maybe but i still cant wait for windows 7 :D my cpu will rock on it (i hope Avast will work on Windows 7 because i love Avast :D)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 07, 2009, 05:36:32 PM
Microsoft admits users will be able to turn off IE 8 in Windows 7 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2235&tag=nl.e539)

Looks like they are going to comply with the anti-trust lawsuits.  The EU is doing a great job with Microsoft. Much better than the US government did.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 07, 2009, 06:00:23 PM
Microsoft admits users will be able to turn off IE 8 in Windows 7 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2235&tag=nl.e539)

This is most certainly an interesting development.

What I would like to know is does this mean it is completely independent of the OS, e.g. no IE components used for the display of Explorer folders/structure, help files, etc. allowing for the complete uninstall of the browser and not just turning it off (with all the files still on your system).

Because that was always my concern when a browser it integrated to the OS exploit the browser, effectively exploit the OS.

So I guess we will have to wait and see more as this progresses, but it doesn't look good.

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2232 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2232)
Quote
“Removing” here is somewhat of a loaded — and perhaps overzealous — word. Microsoft can easily remove the IE 8 browser from startup. But over the past few years, the company has integrated the guts of IE into the operating system.

As Bryant Zadegan explained on AeroXperience: “This [new IE 8 removal option] only seems to wipe the actual executable running Internet Explorer 8 (iexplore.exe), but given that many of the most vocal proponents of choice were just looking for an option to functionally remove IE8, this might’ve been the only way to do it without killing the rest of Windows.”

One Windows tester, who requested anonymity, emphasized that the new “remove IE 8″ option was primarily cosmetic. “(The Windows) Explorer and Internet Explorer use a ton of shared libraries because they both perform similar and intertwined actions,” so that makes complete removal of IE from Windows near impossible at this point, he said.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 08, 2009, 06:23:40 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/1229494968.png)

For those of you who use Potobucket.com and FireFox, there's a nice new Add-in available.
The above picture  was transferred  and the link was obtained using this new tool.
A Photobucket account is required to use this tool.
You can get it here:
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/10035 (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/10035)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 09, 2009, 09:50:00 PM
Windows 7: media access from anywhere (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-17923_22-276924.html?tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 10, 2009, 04:38:53 AM
Windows 7: media access from anywhere (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-17923_22-276924.html?tag=nl.e539)


I applaud Microsoft for including this. I just don't think we will ever truly be able to access our media from anywhere until our ISPs stop the ridiculous bandwidth caps. Some ISPs have caps as low as 5GB a month :o.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 10, 2009, 09:08:00 AM
Windows 7: media access from anywhere (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-17923_22-276924.html?tag=nl.e539)


I applaud Microsoft for including this. I just don't think we will ever truly be able to access our media from anywhere until our ISPs stop the ridiculous bandwidth caps. Some ISPs have caps as low as 5GB a month :o.

Make that 4GB.  >:(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on March 10, 2009, 10:39:11 AM
-= May I just ask..? Which is better..? nVidia or ATI graphics card..?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 10, 2009, 01:10:20 PM
-= May I just ask..? Which is better..? nVidia or ATI graphics card..?
I'd rather nVidia. Although I'm not an expert on video cards and drivers.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on March 10, 2009, 01:28:02 PM
-= Would you please tell why..? I really need to know..
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on March 10, 2009, 02:43:03 PM
I personally prefer AMD/ATI, but you can't say which one is better in general.
In my opinion AMD/ATI-cards have a better price/performance ratio...

yours
onlysomeone
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 10, 2009, 02:57:38 PM
-= May I just ask..? Which is better..? nVidia or ATI graphics card..?

Its a matter of personal preference. Performance wise they trade leadership every few months. I would buy whichever you get a good deal on.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on March 10, 2009, 05:49:17 PM
***

I agree with onlysomeone & Mac. I have used both in the past. It's a trade in leadership for time to time in that one will be "better" today but it might be the other after their next new GPU is released.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Mr.Agent on March 10, 2009, 10:15:47 PM
i prefert ATI for his performance in HD !

Btw let stop to talk this but its will be a off topic so if u want to know and let us to talk about this then make a thread on off topic i will be pleasure to reply :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 10, 2009, 10:47:10 PM
i prefert ATI for his performance in HD !

Btw let stop to talk this but its will be a off topic so if u want to know and let us to talk about this then make a thread on off topic i will be pleasure to reply :D
You should start a new thread in the General forum since the Off-Topic forum has been closed for  avery long time... :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on March 11, 2009, 10:39:54 AM
-= Thank you for all the replies..

-= To get back to the topic.. [I hope no one posted this yet] Firefox 3.1 beta 2 is available for download at cnet..
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2009, 12:13:05 AM
-= Thank you for all the replies..

-= To get back to the topic.. [I hope no one posted this yet] Firefox 3.1 beta 2 is available for download at cnet..
We have a thread just for updates.
You'll find it at:
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.msg362095#new (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.msg362095#new)   :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on March 13, 2009, 02:22:36 AM
Apologies if already noted here somewhere...

Symantec's latest Norton Utilities (http://www.symantec.com/norton/norton-utilities) is "badge engineered" PC Tools product(s).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 13, 2009, 04:52:43 AM
Apologies if already noted here somewhere...

Symantec's latest Norton Utilities (http://www.symantec.com/norton/norton-utilities) is "badge engineered" PC Tools product(s).
Why waste money on overrated junk?

Defraggler file and Folder defragger:
http://www.defraggler.com

DiskTune now displays the temperature of the host on which the selected
logical volume is located. DiskTune 1.0.46 should be able to access more
files, and I've added some indicators that show if DiskTune is running,
stopped, moving files etc:
http://www.diydatarecovery.nl/downloads/DiskTune_Setup.exe

Google JkDefrag.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Vladimyr on March 13, 2009, 05:49:16 AM
Why waste money on overrated junk?


Okay Kenny, tell us what you really think!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 13, 2009, 10:40:17 AM
Why waste money on overrated junk?


Okay Kenny, tell us what you really think!  ;D ;D

I bet that the bad word checker would blush and a Longshoreman cheer.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on March 13, 2009, 01:16:56 PM
Hi Kenny,

Sorry to ask this but can you give more info on DiskTune. I did a search for it on Download.com and found nothing. I'm looking for a review if possible.

Also, why do you use a third party de-fragmenter. Is it better than Windows own built in utility?

Thanks
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 13, 2009, 03:52:02 PM
Why limit your search to download.com use google and see what that brings.

45,000 hits, http://www.google.com/search?q=DiskTune (http://www.google.com/search?q=DiskTune), see http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Hard-Disk-Utils/DiskTune.shtml (http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Hard-Disk-Utils/DiskTune.shtml).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 13, 2009, 11:17:48 PM
The U.S. Chief Information Officer Vivek Kundra, appointed by President Obama last week, has been placed on leave,
following an FBI raid yesterday at the District of Columbia's IT offices.

READ FULL STORY (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=149274079-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on March 14, 2009, 02:01:59 AM
Why limit your search to download.com use google and see what that brings.

45,000 hits, http://www.google.com/search?q=DiskTune (http://www.google.com/search?q=DiskTune), see http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Hard-Disk-Utils/DiskTune.shtml (http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Hard-Disk-Utils/DiskTune.shtml).

Thank you DavidR .
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 14, 2009, 01:09:43 PM
Hi Kenny,

Sorry to ask this but can you give more info on DiskTune. I did a search for it on Download.com and found nothing. I'm looking for a review if possible.

Also, why do you use a third party de-fragmenter. Is it better than Windows own built in utility?

Thanks

I see that other references are given for DiskTune.

On my Vista system the built in defrag only runs once per week which is good for most people but I choose to defrag more frequently than that so I watch for applications that assist with this.

I like Defraggler but I do not let it defrag the whole hard drive but only the files that I choose after an Analyze as they are the files that I use most frequently so I like to keep them speedy through them not being fragmented:
http://www.defraggler.com

Defraggler forum:
http://forum.piriform.com/index.php?showforum=19
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on March 14, 2009, 03:25:02 PM
Ah,

I see. That makes sense. I have noticed that for Vista de-fragmentation makes a huge difference in terms of speed. So I see why you use it on more frequently used files. The whole process with vista's built-in tool is too long.

Thanks.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 20, 2009, 02:20:31 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Blog/MelZoo.png)
A different type of Search (http://melzoo.com/en_US/search)

Here's an example:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Blog/th_MelZooResults.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Blog/MelZooResults.png)
Click Image to enlarge.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 20, 2009, 03:17:47 PM
Like it Bob :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 20, 2009, 06:24:35 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Blog/MelZoo.png)
A different type of Search (http://melzoo.com/en_US/search)

Here's an example:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Blog/th_MelZooResults.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Blog/MelZooResults.png)
Click Image to enlarge.

Yawn!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 20, 2009, 08:31:25 PM
Sorry my stupidity, what's new? what should I look at?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 21, 2009, 02:29:30 AM
Sorry my stupidity, what's new? what should I look at?
When you hover on a search result, it splits your display and gives you a preview of the site on the right
side of the screen.

Quote
Yawn!
YoKenny,
If your tired, maybe it's past your bedtime ?  ;D
Title: Web apps account for 80 percent of internet vulnerabilities
Post by: malberto on March 21, 2009, 04:58:34 AM
Vulnerabilities in web applications made up 80 percent of all web-related flaws in the second half of 2008 and rose in prevalence by about eight percent from the first half of the year, according to a report http://www.cenzic.com/downloads/Cenzic_AppSecTrends_Q3-Q4-2008.pdf (ftp://http://www.cenzic.com/downloads/Cenzic_AppSecTrends_Q3-Q4-2008.pdf) released Tuesday by Cenzic.

The report was based on the published vulnerability disclosures for various commercial off-the-shelf and open-source software. The web application vulnerabilities, for example, were in Adobe, SAP, Microsoft, Mozilla, Sun, Apache, and Oracle products.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 21, 2009, 03:01:19 PM
When you hover on a search result, it splits your display and gives you a preview of the site on the right
side of the screen.
Thanks Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 21, 2009, 05:51:07 PM
Any time Tech.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2009, 02:20:27 PM
This is for all the Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/) users!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/preview.gif)

With fbCal (http://www.fbcal.com/) get your events and friend's birthdays in Apple iCal, Mozilla Sunbird, Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook
or in your RSS reader! Did you know you can take your calendar out of Facebook and put it onto your desktop?
The process can be done in less than a minute, and it's free!

If you aren't using Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/), what are you waiting for ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 24, 2009, 04:28:13 PM
Does fbCal work with Windows Mail as I don't have Outlook? 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2009, 06:07:09 PM
Does fbCal work with Windows Mail as I don't have Outlook? 
Sorry YoKenny I can't answer that since I don't use Windows Mail.  :'(
You could try asking them directly at the following link and then let the rest of us know:
http://ucf.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2218490641 (http://ucf.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2218490641)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 24, 2009, 08:05:07 PM
Does fbCal work with Windows Mail as I don't have Outlook? 
Sorry YoKenny I can't answer that since I don't use Windows Mail.  :'(
You could try asking them directly at the following link and then let the rest of us know:
http://ucf.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2218490641 (http://ucf.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2218490641)

Windows Mail does not have a Calendar like Outlook so the events are imported to Vista's Windows Calendar.

I'm not sure I want to publish my personal Calendar on Facebook as people will see what a boring life I lead  ;)

I use Windows Calendar on my Vista system as a replacement for LClock that won't run on Vista but works fine on XP.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 24, 2009, 10:36:11 PM
I use Windows Calendar on my Vista system as a replacement for LClock that won't run on Vista but works fine on XP.
Rainlendar has a free (lite) version for free ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2009, 05:10:46 AM
Quote
Windows Mail does not have a Calendar like Outlook
Gmail does.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2009, 03:17:17 PM
IE 8 vs. Firefox (http://www.pcworld.com/article/161616/article.html?tk=nl_ptxrvw)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 25, 2009, 08:17:24 PM
Quote
Windows Mail does not have a Calendar like Outlook
Gmail does.  :)

I tried GMAIL and I could not get it to work.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 25, 2009, 08:55:08 PM
just log into your gmail account and on the top left where it says calendar-click on that
no problem here-it works :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 25, 2009, 11:51:28 PM
It allows you to add your calendar from facebook to the google calendar which is a part of Gmail.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 26, 2009, 05:33:09 PM
(https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/images/p/28122/1229494968)
PhotoBucket Users
If you use Firefox and upload your photos to PhotoBucket,
here's a must have add-on:
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/10035 (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/10035)
"This simple add-on allows you to right-click on an image that appears on any web page and
upload it directly to your Photobucket account. It also has many features that make interacting
with your Photobucket account a lot quicker and easier."
Enjoy and let me know if you find this useful. Thanks :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 26, 2009, 05:42:59 PM
Sounds nice, but where and how secure would your photobucket log-on info be stored (somewhere within the firefox add-on) ?

There is also the issue of borrowing images that aren't yours (or are royalty free, etc.) from the internet ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 26, 2009, 06:01:15 PM
David,
Maybe trying it instead of worrying about it would answer some of your questions. :)
I've found this to be quite helpful which is why I'm passing it along.
No one should ever use any program if they feel it doesn't meet their criteria. IMHO
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 26, 2009, 07:23:13 PM
Well I never take anything on trust or blind faith, especially when it relates to user names and passwords.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 26, 2009, 10:49:26 PM
Exploit code sends Mozilla scrambling to fix Firefox (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=179129589-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)

Quote
An attacker can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected browser.
Failed exploit attempt will result in a denial-of-service condition.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 26, 2009, 10:54:46 PM
Quote
Rob McMillan is reporting that Firefox 3.0.8 will be released sometime next week with a fix for this vulnerability
Bob what are we firefox users suppose to use till then ??? ::)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 26, 2009, 11:07:02 PM
Use the fastest & most secure browser--Opera!;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on March 26, 2009, 11:08:57 PM
Hi Rdmaloyjr :)
Also use Opera but i prefer the Fox :)
What is a to Z Security Suite ??? ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 26, 2009, 11:16:33 PM
Use the fastest & most secure browser--Opera!;)

^this
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 26, 2009, 11:27:38 PM
Quote
Rob McMillan is reporting that Firefox 3.0.8 will be released sometime next week with a fix for this vulnerability
Bob what are we firefox users suppose to use till then ??? ::)


Nothing much, ensure you practice safe hex and have noscript add-on installed.

First you have to be lured to a site that is set up to exploit this. Since it uses iframes to achieve this, you could set NoScript to Forbid iframe and that should block that.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 26, 2009, 11:28:28 PM
Hi Rdmaloyjr :)
Also use Opera but i prefer the Fox :)
What is a to Z Security Suite ??? ::)

XP SP3, avast!, Opera, OpenDNS, WinPatrol & ZoneAlarm = a (avast!) to Z (ZoneAlarm) Security Suite ;D

& everything in between (SP3, Opera, OpenDNS, WinPatrol) ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 27, 2009, 12:18:59 AM
Quote
Rob McMillan is reporting that Firefox 3.0.8 will be released sometime next week with a fix for this vulnerability
Bob what are we firefox users suppose to use till then ??? ::)


SRWare Iron (http://www.srware.net/en/software_srware_iron.php)   What else ???     ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Alan Baxter on March 27, 2009, 01:41:22 AM
Since it uses iframes to achieve this, you could set NoScript to Forbid iframe and that should block that.

I don't know if it's important, but the PoC code (http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34235/info) crashed my Firefox 3.0.7 with NoScript on Windows XP even though I had Forbid iframes checked.  As you say, safe hex is definitely called for here.  But isn't it always?  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 30, 2009, 11:38:46 PM
Microsoft Hits Apple Where it Hurts (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg)

Mac,
This isn't personal, just passing along news that might interest some of the forum members.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 30, 2009, 11:41:41 PM
8 Great Free Security Tools (http://www.pcworld.com/article/161604/article.html?tk=nl_wvxrvw)

I especially like the "Best Bet" selection.  :) :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 31, 2009, 12:06:14 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/161615-screen_toaster_1_180.jpg)

ScreenToaster (http://www.screentoaster.com/)
If you need to record what happens on your screen for any reason--to show how an application works,
for example--try this simple-to-use Web service. Head to the site and press Alt-S, and it records every action you take.
Press Alt-S again, and it stops. You can edit what you record, including adding titles and audio.
You can then upload your video to the ScreenToaster site or to YouTube, or download it to your PC.
Enjoy :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on March 31, 2009, 12:52:23 AM
Researchers score Conficker detection breakthrough (http://ct.zdnet.com/clicks?t=180348318-98ec0b9bf7e2843a2a0b58f2ad773e46-bf&brand=ZDNET&s=5)
Quote
Just days ahead of an April 1 activation date for the Conficker worm squirming through the Windows operating system,
security researchers at the Honeynet Project find a way to fingerprint the malware on infected networks.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on March 31, 2009, 01:07:04 AM
8 Great Free Security Tools (http://www.pcworld.com/article/161604/article.html?tk=nl_wvxrvw)
Glad to see avast among them ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on March 31, 2009, 01:45:40 AM
Not just among them but 'The Best Bet' ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 31, 2009, 02:50:24 AM
Microsoft Hits Apple Where it Hurts (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg)

Mac,
This isn't personal, just passing along news that might interest some of the forum members.  :)
We actually have been discussing this on several of the forums im on and the Mac users think this its hilarious that Microsoft gave her $1,000 to buy a computer and the FIRST place she heads is to the Apple store :), it is clear what she had in mind :o
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 31, 2009, 07:51:53 AM
Microsoft Hits Apple Where it Hurts (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg)

Mac,
This isn't personal, just passing along news that might interest some of the forum members.  :)
We actually have been discussing this on several of the forums im on and the Mac users think this its hilarious that Microsoft gave her $1,000 to buy a computer and the FIRST place she heads is to the Apple store :), it is clear what she had in mind :o

She was disappointed as there was only one Apple system so went to the Windows store where there were several within the price range and walked out with one she liked for $699.99 ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on March 31, 2009, 01:23:34 PM
I like the conclusion.

"Do you understand what I'm saying? That's right, you should switch to Linux."
excerpt from: http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on March 31, 2009, 03:36:43 PM
I like the conclusion.

"Do you understand what I'm saying? That's right, you should switch to Linux."
excerpt from: http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg

I will switch to Linux when I switch to Firefox.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on March 31, 2009, 04:39:52 PM

She went to the apple store first. That shows she wanted a Mac. She wanted a 17" screen which eliminated Apple as a choice (why do you think MS only gave her $1000 ;) )


Edited many times (you try this on a iPhone ;))
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on March 31, 2009, 04:47:29 PM
I generally like PC's but did the commercial mentioned that she spent another 100$ on extra Ram in order to make Vista run and another hundred dollars on security software since she didn't know avast existed. (the ram part is based on actual experience)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 01, 2009, 12:34:59 AM
eEye Offers Free Utility to Detect Conficker Worm and MS08-67 Patch (http://www.eeye.com/html/conficker/index.html) 

System Requirements
◦Operating System: Windows 2000/XP/2003
◦Internet Explorer Version 5.01 or higher
◦System RAM: 128 MB
◦Storage: 20 MB
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 01, 2009, 04:59:24 AM
You might like this Bob :)
Searching for a specific image on the Internet can be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Some sites, such as Google Image search, try to make the process easier, but shuffling through one page after another of results can quickly get tedious.

http://www.ginipic.com/

That’s where the FREE desktop application called Ginipic comes into play. You can view hundreds of results at a time, and inserting an image into an app like PowerPoint is as easy as dragging-and-dropping it. ----To see how easy it really is checkout their video tour----
Here are some other features that make Ginipic worth it:
    * Multiple Sources - You can choose to search your favorite search engine or photo-sharing site (Flickr, Google, Yahoo!, SmugMug, deviantArt, Picasa, Photobucket, Facebook, and more), or expand your search to unlimited results with a click of a button, with our tailored “All Sources” option.
    * No Duplicates - Did you know that, on average, “big search engines not be named” give you 200 duplicates for every 1,000 results? Not with ginipic.
    * Incredible Variety - Ginipic gives you the power of the web to find ANY picture in ANY category with NO restrictions.
    * Advanced Search - Advanced search gives you the ability to customize your queries in each source - just as you would on their site.
    * Resizing - Choose your own preview size for the best possible experience! Maximize to enjoy the picture in all its glory, work small if you’re just browsing away.
    * Tagging - Tag your pictures away and see them all in a heartbeat by choosing your tag in the comfortable Favorites source. Not a tag person? Just favorite the picture and you’ll still have a super easy access to it.
    * Drag & Drop - Drag & Drop functionality gives you the ability to start working immediately - you see something you like, just drag it in your work space and continue working.
    * Save Images Locally - Want to backup or save it for later? No need in clumsy “right click, save as, too hard to understand what’s going on” options - just save the picture right from the preview window when you’re satisfied.
    * Set as Wallpaper - Do you feel like changing your background? Just hit the “Set as wallpaper” on any picture and instantly your desktop will change and renew before your eyes.
This is definitely a slick app, and truly handy for those heavy images searchers out there.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 01, 2009, 05:09:29 AM
drhayden1,

Nice find. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 01, 2009, 11:23:25 AM
I generally like PC's but did the commercial mentioned that she spent another 100$ on extra Ram in order to make Vista run and another hundred dollars on security software since she didn't know avast existed. (the ram part is based on actual experience)

I don't know where you bought your Vista system but I added and additional 2GB RAM to my system for $40.00 if I remember correctly.

http://www.pricebat.ca/Memory-RAM.c_1114
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on April 01, 2009, 02:03:07 PM
I bought the ram at Best buy. At that point I wanted to maintain the warranty intact so I had the ram installed there as well (the computer was bought from best buy). Opening the case would void the warranty so I wanted to avoid that. Thank you for the link. Are the memory stick reliable? I've always heard that some times some of them don't work so there is the risk of getting "burned".
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 01, 2009, 02:37:21 PM
I bought the ram at Best buy. At that point I wanted to maintain the warranty intact so I had the ram installed there as well (the computer was bought from best buy). Opening the case would void the warranty so I wanted to avoid that. Thank you for the link. Are the memory stick reliable? I've always heard that some times some of them don't work so there is the risk of getting "burned".

Well its ridiculous what Best Buy charges to install memory. As for reliable memory, lots of memory brands offer a lifetime warranty. I buy Crucial/Micron for all my systems, but lots of other manufacturers offer a lifetime warranty.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on April 01, 2009, 02:42:25 PM
Thank you Mac.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 01, 2009, 04:06:09 PM
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 01, 2009, 06:56:59 PM
This may turn out to be one of my favorite toys, Thanks Dan.
Just have to wait till I get home to put it to work.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 02, 2009, 01:20:01 AM
Quote
Face the future
Opera Face Gestures let your beautiful face control your beautiful browser
Oslo, Norway – April 1, 2009
Opera Software today unveiled its newest innovation to be included in Opera 10 — Face Gestures. Opera Face Gestures enable anyone with a Webcam to control their browser moving only their face. Based on the same architecture as Opera’s Mouse Gestures, Face Gestures makes surfing the Web as easy as smiling, batting an eye lash or flaring a nostril.

Opera Face Gestures grew out of a collaborative project between Opera and the Norwegian Intelligence Service (NIS) to create the world’s most advanced facial recognition technology using only JavaScript, HTML and CSS. After more than seven years in development, Opera Face Gestures were born.

“In 2001, we introduced Mouse Gestures in Opera 5.1. At that point we knew we were on to something,” said Jon von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera. “We already had keyboard shortcuts in the very first version of Opera, but once we introduced voice control in Opera 8, we had only one input mechanism left — the face. Opera Face Gestures represent the next frontier in browser control.”

Opera Face Gestures include more than 45 controls, from opening new tabs to restoring sessions to navigating through a Web page. Opera Face Gestures are so advanced you can compose and send an entire e-mail message through Opera’s built-in e-mail client. Even mouse gestures can be triggered with Opera Face Gestures. To activate Opera Face Gestures simply press the single-key shortcut F8.

For more information on using Opera Face Gestures, including a list of known gestures, visit labs.opera.com.

About Opera Software ASA
Opera Software ASA has redefined Web browsing for PCs, mobile phones and other networked devices. Opera's cross-platform Web browser technology is renowned for its performance, standards compliance and small size, while giving users a faster, safer and more dynamic online experience. Opera Software is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices around the world. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. Learn more about Opera at http://www.opera.com/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on April 02, 2009, 02:42:11 AM
Interesting but I think it's not going to increase the number of Opera Users too much. Last time I tried Opera I felt it had an interface which was somewhat bloated (to be honest I was not aware of the mouse trick). Firefox has a simple design very similar to Microsoft's Internet Explorer which I think draws in Users.

Still the technology aspect is intriguing. I'm curios to see some reviews of this.

Thank you Rdmaloyjr

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 02, 2009, 03:01:21 AM
I Really Really think both the Gmail and Opera Thing were a April Fool's Joke-Don't You ??? :)
here's a link to show some of the jokes pulled off today-scroll down
http://aprilfoolsdayontheweb.com/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 02, 2009, 03:33:19 AM
Interesting but I think it's not going to increase the number of Opera Users too much. Last time I tried Opera I felt it had an interface which was somewhat bloated (to be honest I was not aware of the mouse trick). Firefox has a simple design very similar to Microsoft's Internet Explorer which I think draws in Users.

Still the technology aspect is intriguing. I'm curios to see some reviews of this.

Thank you Rdmaloyjr
Quote
Last time I tried Opera I felt it had an interface which was somewhat bloated
Opera seems a rather simple design to me.  It does have greater configurability than Firefox, configurability isn't necessarily bloat.

Quote
Firefox has a simple design
Are you sure you don't have Firefox & Opera mixed up ???  Firefox's interface is a pain.  I like Opera's simple & easy interface. :) 8)

Please don't be offended by me, "One man's ceiling is another man's floor".  In other words, we don't all see things the same way. ;D

I regard Firefox as a wantabe os. ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 02, 2009, 03:41:13 AM
I Really Really think both the Gmail and Opera Thing were a April Fool's Joke-Don't You ??? :)
here's a link to show some of the jokes pulled off today-scroll down
http://aprilfoolsdayontheweb.com/

Dan,

Download Opera Face Gestures & wink ;).  Let us know what happens. ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on April 02, 2009, 03:46:09 AM
Last time I tried Opera I felt it had an interface which was somewhat bloated
Opera seems a rather simple design to me.  It does have greater configurability than Firefox, configurability isn't necessarily bloat.

Are you sure you don't have Firefox & Opera mixed up ???  Firefox's interface is a pain.  I like Opera's simple & easy interface. :) 8)

Please don't be offended by me, "One man's ceiling is another man's floor".  In other words, we don't all see things the same way. ;D

I regard Firefox as a wantabe os. ;D
[/quote]

I'm not offended. I was only speaking from my own experience. I used to have to use three browsers when I was on Win95 which  was not too long ago. Firefox (2.4 unless I'm wrong) was stable with Java, Opera (6.9... the 7.0 didn't work for me) was fast when checking the e-mail and Netscape (forgot the version) was a mix between the two.

The last Version of Opera I saw was 8. something. Then again tis was on a school computer so they might have overcrowded the interface. who knows. From my perspective it was different from what I had at home. Unless I am thinking of Netscape in which case I was wrong in my statements about Opera. When I have some spare time I will download it and see how it changed. Thank you for you comments Rrdmaloyjr. Like my name says I'm Confused  (at least sometimes) ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 02, 2009, 02:55:14 PM
I have tried opera several times and never got to like the interface, different strokes for different folks.

For me Firefox now feels like a comfortable pair of shoes, hard to give up ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 02, 2009, 03:01:07 PM
I have tried opera several times and never got to like the interface, different strokes for different folks.
For me Firefox now feels like a comfortable pair of shoes, hard to give up ;D
Feel exactly the same... the lack of configurability (given by the addons) is another con to Opera.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on April 03, 2009, 04:00:58 AM
***

There are a few add-ons for Opera but it hardly needs any. I see that as a pro for Opera.    ;D


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on April 03, 2009, 06:36:21 AM
Anybody tried Avant Browser? http://www.avantbrowser.com/

I found it a few years back and loved the mouse gestures, the blocking of flash, pics, tabs (which IE didn't have yet) and MANY other features.

The only problem (or not, maybe) is that it runs off of the current version of IE on your system.

It's pretty slick, but you have to configure it to your liking.  It used to come perfectly configured, but as releases came out, they changed things, and you had to re-configure it to act like it did when it first came out.

It's pretty much useless now I suppose, with IE8 and firefox being so great.  But, it's another browser to test out if you're looking for a change.  I guess I just wish that they had customizable skins and plugins.

That would make it IE on steroids.  Well, more like firefox, but you get the idea...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 03, 2009, 03:03:16 PM
Anybody tried Avant Browser?
I think Bob tried it out for some time...
I've gave up on IE engine browsers. I've used Maxthon for some time. Then, Firefox replaced it with many advantages, from security to GUI.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 03, 2009, 06:57:23 PM
All IE Engine Browsers are simply Internet Explorer with some eye and possible security candy.
If you don't have IE updated, the IE Engine browser will also be out of date and therefore insecure.
For a variety of all kinds of browsers take a look at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Browsers (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Browsers)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 03, 2009, 11:13:11 PM
FCC Asked to Investigate Skype for IPhone Restriction (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162593/fcc_asked_to_investigate_skype_for_iphone_restriction.html)

Quote
The letter cites the FCC's Internet Policy Statement (PDF link) which states that "consumers are entitled to run applications and use services of their choice" in order to "preserve and promote the open and interconnected nature of the public Internet."

What if the application/service you want to run is osx and you only have a Windows computer ???

Sorry .:Mac:., I have to ask.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 04, 2009, 04:02:45 AM
FCC Asked to Investigate Skype for IPhone Restriction (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162593/fcc_asked_to_investigate_skype_for_iphone_restriction.html)

Quote
The letter cites the FCC's Internet Policy Statement (PDF link) which states that "consumers are entitled to run applications and use services of their choice" in order to "preserve and promote the open and interconnected nature of the public Internet."

What if the application/service you want to run is osx and you only have a Windows computer ???

Sorry .:Mac:., I have to ask.

First I do hope the FCC investigates this. Apple doesn't care what network you use. However the Developer Agreement states that VOIP can not be used on the Cellular network because the Cellular Carriers make Apple enforce it. For example T-Mobile in Germany is banning the use of Skype on the iPhone even over WiFi:
http://www.macworld.com/article/139827/2009/04/tmobile_skype.html

So you must understand that there are some things Apple must do to keep AT&T and the other Carriers happy.

As for OS X on a PC, you know (and I have posted this 1,000 times) that Installing OS X on a PC is expressly forbidden by the OS X Licensing Agreement. Something that psystar will find out in November when the case goes to trial.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 04, 2009, 06:42:30 PM
Microsoft Hits Apple Where it Hurts (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg)

Mac,
This isn't personal, just passing along news that might interest some of the forum members.  :)

In a not so surprising discovery, the Microsoft ad seems to be faked  ;)
See the link:
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/04/03/microsofts_lauren_ad_faked_say_bloggers.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 04, 2009, 07:18:32 PM
Microsoft Hits Apple Where it Hurts (http://www.pcworld.com/article/162084/article.html?tk=nl_wvxblg)

Mac,
This isn't personal, just passing along news that might interest some of the forum members.  :)

In a not so surprising discovery, the Microsoft ad seems to be faked  ;)
See the link:
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/04/03/microsofts_lauren_ad_faked_say_bloggers.html

So was the Lunar Landing say many. 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 04, 2009, 07:18:38 PM
It might have been better to let a sleeping dog lye.
The fact still remains that for the amount of $1000.00, there isn't very much available when it comes to an Apple Computer.
For that price however, you can purchase a very good PC.
Sorry Mac but fact are facts. Apples are expensive.  Oranges (PC's) are much cheaper.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 04, 2009, 07:54:39 PM
It might have been better to let a sleeping dog lye.
The fact still remains that for the amount of $1000.00, there isn't very much available when it comes to an Apple Computer.
For that price however, you can purchase a very good PC.
Sorry Mac but fact are facts. Apples are expensive.  Oranges (PC's) are much cheaper.  :)

You know me bob, since when could I let a sleeping dog lye ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 04, 2009, 09:12:31 PM
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When you have ThinkFree Office Live (http://member.thinkfree.com/member/goLandingPage.action), who need MS Office ???
A free registration is required or, you can sign in using  your Google account.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 04, 2009, 11:02:40 PM
who need MS Office ???
I do.
There are thousands of configurations and format features that these services does not have. For this kind of users, no, MS Office is still the best office suite round. But, my luck is to have MS Office paid by my company ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 05, 2009, 02:41:33 AM
Quote
my luck is to have MS Office paid by my company
We aren't all that lucky... ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 05, 2009, 04:52:43 AM
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_JE4qNpFW6Yk/SdVKo0bnfCI/AAAAAAAAATU/m3FTqgCtUN0/s1600/mvelope_fifth_bday_cake.jpg)
Gmail turns 5 (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/gmail-turns-5.html)
Quote
Five years ago yesterday, Gmail starting giving people a gig. What started as an internal tool for Google employees is now used
by tens of millions of people around the world in 52 languages.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 05, 2009, 09:51:57 AM
The link needs .gif on the end:
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_JE4qNpFW6Yk/SdVKo0bnfCI/AAAAAAAAATU/m3FTqgCtUN0/s1600/mvelope.gif
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 05, 2009, 03:37:09 PM
Firefox TV....real nice :)  http://toolbar.tv-fox.com/
TV Add-on for Firefox -   Watch TV directly from your Firefox Browser,  it’s Easy & Free!
2780 Live TV Channels sorted by country & category,  the TV-FOX allow you to watch thousands of  TV channels freely available on the internet. powered by the biggest and most up to date database (Google - Wikipedia - YouTube - Torrent - eBay & Amazon Search engines included).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on April 05, 2009, 04:10:28 PM
Quote
Developer Comments

TV-FOX use the Windows Media Player, if you don't have the WMP plugin you can get it from:
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/browse/type:7

taken from: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/11200#reviews

What are the risks of watching a streamed video via WMP. I generally avoid using most of the MS integrated applications at least with the internet.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 05, 2009, 04:31:54 PM
The link needs .gif on the end:
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_JE4qNpFW6Yk/SdVKo0bnfCI/AAAAAAAAATU/m3FTqgCtUN0/s1600/mvelope.gif
Don't know what your talking about YoKenney.  My link works and yours results in a 404 ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 05, 2009, 06:14:11 PM
The link needs .gif on the end:
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_JE4qNpFW6Yk/SdVKo0bnfCI/AAAAAAAAATU/m3FTqgCtUN0/s1600/mvelope.gif
Don't know what your talking about YoKenney.  My link works and yours results in a 404 ???

That's strange because it worked for me before but your post about Gmail turns 5 shows a X instead of the image.
Posted on: Yesterday at 10:52:43 PM
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 05, 2009, 09:15:44 PM
Google Falls Apart
Something is wrong with Google today ;)
http://www.chromeexperiments.com/hosted/gravity/index.html
Clean-up in aisle 3!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 06, 2009, 06:54:48 PM
How to block ads in Google Chrome with AdSweep
Chrome users don't have to put up with ads if they don't want to, though. If a proxy-based blocker isn't your thing, then why not install AdSweep - either as a Userscript or a Chrome extension. They're essentially the same thing right now, since extensions are basically Userscripts in a wrapper. Whichever way you want to install AdSweep, here's what to do.
http://www.adsweep.org/
Since it's available as a Userscript, users of other browsers can take advantage of AdSweep, too - just check on the homepage for instructions. Now, let's get it working in Chrome
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Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 11, 2009, 10:32:15 PM
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Download Photosynth for free (http://photosynth.net/about.aspx)     
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Let me know what you think and post links to your creations here.  Thanks :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 11, 2009, 11:21:08 PM
Something new from (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Logo_Photosynth.png)

Download Photosynth for free (http://photosynth.net/about.aspx)     
Imagine being able to view your photos in a three-dimensional space. Now you can with Photosynth.
Sign up is required.

You'll find my little contribution here (http://photosynth.net/view.aspx?cid=03bb123c-0b17-4323-89d7-0e4ad47b047e&i=0:2:0&z=814.4182533552175&g=2&p=-1.62959e-013:1.64267e-014&m=false&c=0.0225701:0.0859165:-0.00512974&d=-1.34604:0.988731:0.978827)

Let me know what you think and post links to your creations here.  Thanks :)

That is interesting.   

I wish I had something interesting to photograph as everything is still in black and white as Spring warmth has yet to call forth the little shoots of the flowers and I have not yet seen a Robbin looking for food just a bob bob bobbing along
http://www.cartoonstock.com/lowres/jdo0400l.jpg 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on April 13, 2009, 11:46:57 AM
Hi folks,

Nice way to scan a site for pics:
http://members.home.nl/bas.de.reuver/files/urlscanner.html

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 14, 2009, 08:19:32 PM
I know it was already posted... just for someone that does not read anything about it yet...
Windows XP & Office 2003 Mainstream Support Ends April 14, 2009 (http://www.askvg.com/windows-xp-office-2003-mainstream-support-ends-april-14-2009/).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 17, 2009, 06:39:44 PM
Apple Leads, Dell lags in customer satisfaction (http://www.macworld.com/article/140068/2009/04/satisfaction.html)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2009, 03:37:19 PM
Windows 7 Release Candidate due date is May 5 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2547&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2009, 03:46:45 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Logo_FixIt_Final.png)
Microsoft has created the Fix It (http://support.microsoft.com/gp/cp_fixit_main) Solution Center, which is home to over 100 automated problem-solvers.
Fix It (http://support.microsoft.com/gp/cp_fixit_main) provides a way to apply automated fixes, workarounds, or configuration changes so you don’t have to perform a long list of manual steps yourself.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 20, 2009, 04:10:28 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Logo_FixIt_Final.png)
Microsoft has created the Fix It (http://support.microsoft.com/gp/cp_fixit_main) Solution Center, which is home to over 100 automated problem-solvers.
Fix It (http://support.microsoft.com/gp/cp_fixit_main) provides a way to apply automated fixes, workarounds, or configuration changes so you don’t have to perform a long list of manual steps yourself.
Thanks for this very very nice news!! I did not know it
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 20, 2009, 04:58:57 PM
Microsoft has created the Fix It (http://support.microsoft.com/gp/cp_fixit_main) Solution Center, which is home to over 100 automated problem-solvers.
Fix It (http://support.microsoft.com/gp/cp_fixit_main) provides a way to apply automated fixes, workarounds, or configuration changes so you don’t have to perform a long list of manual steps yourself.

I would be happy if I could just win the lottery of windows updates, 7 days later and I still haven't got all the security updates from patch Tuesday yet, 6 down and 2 to go. The WU system try icon rears it ugly head every now and again but doesn't stay for long.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2009, 06:11:19 PM
David,
Maybe it's time to spend the extra money and get away from Dial-up.  ;D

Omid Farhang,
Your welcome! :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 20, 2009, 06:44:10 PM
It has sod all to do with money, but distance from the exchange.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on April 21, 2009, 08:39:11 PM
Something new from (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Logo_Photosynth.png)

Download Photosynth for free (http://photosynth.net/about.aspx)     
Imagine being able to view your photos in a three-dimensional space. Now you can with Photosynth.
Sign up is required.

You'll find my little contribution here (http://photosynth.net/view.aspx?cid=03bb123c-0b17-4323-89d7-0e4ad47b047e&i=0:2:0&z=814.4182533552175&g=2&p=-1.62959e-013:1.64267e-014&m=false&c=0.0225701:0.0859165:-0.00512974&d=-1.34604:0.988731:0.978827)

Let me know what you think and post links to your creations here.  Thanks :)


I know that I'm a little late finding this, but they also have this other program that can do this sort of thing.  It's called Microsoft ICE or (Image Composite Editor). It is available here: http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/um/redmond/groups/ivm/ICE/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on April 22, 2009, 08:51:18 AM
-= How to increase memory card storage space

http://www.metacafe.com/watch/959706/increase_your_memory_card_space
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on April 26, 2009, 12:04:08 PM
-= Windows 7 gets to have a Windows XP mode..

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10227533-56.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 26, 2009, 04:09:31 PM
-= Windows 7 gets to have a Windows XP mode..

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10227533-56.html
This will be the key feature to get people off of XP.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 26, 2009, 04:30:45 PM
-= Windows 7 gets to have a Windows XP mode..

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10227533-56.html
This will be the key feature to get people off of XP.

They will have a hard time with that, because from the Windows Secrets newsletter there is no upgrade path from XP to W7 other than a complete reinstall a right royal pain in the rear.

MS say it is because much has changed in W7 that a complete reinstall is required, yet you can upgrade from Vista to W7 and you could upgrade from XP to Vista without a complete reinstall and much of what is in W7 is based on Vista.

So many more knowledgeable than I feel it is more of an MS decision not to do it

Quote from: Extract Windows Secrets
There'll be no easy upgrade from XP to Windows 7

  By Mark Joseph Edwards

XP users who plan to upgrade directly to Windows 7 will have to completely erase their existing installations to do so.

The Windows 7 installer may help you move your XP files and settings, but you'll still have to reinstall all your applications.
<snip>
If you plan to migrate your XP system to Windows 7, you may be in for a bit of a shock. You'll have to do a clean install of Windows 7, because Microsoft won't offer a direct upgrade path from XP.

Here's an excerpt from an April 7 post on the Engineering Windows 7 blog:

"We realized at the start of this project that the upgrade from XP would not be an experience we think would yield the best results. There are simply too many changes in how PCs have been configured (applets, hardware support, driver model, etc.) that having all of that support carry forth to Windows 7 would not be nearly as high quality as a clean install.

"This is something many of you know and already practice. We do provide support for moving files and settings and will prompt at setup time, but applications will need to be reinstalled. We know that for a set of customers, this tradeoff seems less than perfect, but we think the upfront time is well worth it."

Microsoft's XP-to-Win7 upgrade policy doesn't make sense to me. The question in my mind is, if I can upgrade from XP to Vista and then to Windows 7, why can't I upgrade to Win7 directly from XP? It seems to me that Microsoft is saying, "You can pay us for Vista, or you can pay a price in time and effort for not buying Vista."

So some sort of virtualization to be able to run programs not compatible with W7 in a virtual XP doesn't hold any attraction for me. I would like to be able to upgrade directly, assuming that W7 turns out to be better than a dog with fleas, not just the bells and whistles of Vista, which held zero attraction for me.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on April 27, 2009, 10:07:06 AM
Quote
So many more knowledgeable than I feel it is more of an MS decision not to do it

-= But isn't it wrong to some others who are actually willing for a complete reinstall..?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 27, 2009, 03:07:41 PM
It has nothing to do with the willingness of others to do a complete reinstall, but the total restriction for those that don't want to do it. So for those that want to do a complete reinstall they already have that option, whilst those that don't want to go down that route don't have that option.

A long time ago when I upgraded from win98SE to XP Pro, that was a huge jump in technology terms, perhaps as comparable as XP to Windows7, yet Microsoft didn't apply this same logic in forcing users to do a complete system reinstall.

This isn't a problem if you are going to switch to W7 only when you purchase a new system, but for those with a perfectly functional and relatively new system, it is hardly going to encourage them to upgrade when that path is made difficult for them. So both the user and MS lose out as a sale isn't made and people stick with what they have.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 27, 2009, 04:49:32 PM
Five Best Malware Removal Tools (http://lifehacker.com/5227896/five-best-malware-removal-tools)
I certainly don't agree with the order. My personal opinion would also eliminate their first choice.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 27, 2009, 04:55:11 PM
Five Best Malware Removal Tools (http://lifehacker.com/5227896/five-best-malware-removal-tools)
I certainly don't agree with the order. My personal opinion would also eliminate their first choice.
Really strange the first choice...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 27, 2009, 05:18:42 PM
Five Best Malware Removal Tools (http://lifehacker.com/5227896/five-best-malware-removal-tools)
I certainly don't agree with the order. My personal opinion would also eliminate their first choice.
Really strange the first choice...

well, Tech, at least you know me and you know how crazy I am to play with the different virus and infection and software... I agree with them about their first choose, if you disable TeaTimer that Spybot S&D has, the scanner has a really good detection rate, also it has a Immunization that are really great... also it's their First, not their best! ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 27, 2009, 06:36:40 PM
Five Best Malware Removal Tools (http://lifehacker.com/5227896/five-best-malware-removal-tools)
I certainly don't agree with the order. My personal opinion would also eliminate their first choice.


For me it just shows a lack of knowledge of the people who completed the survey, etc.

S&D totally dated, and its detections are nothing special, not on a par with SAS or MBAM IMHO.

HiJackThis isn't a malware removal tool, it removes nothing, just shows what is running and now we are seeing more that can hide from HJT ::) Combifix, I feel isn't a general user malware removal tool but something that should be used under guidance
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on April 27, 2009, 07:16:35 PM
***

Used correctly, Spybot's Teatimer works very well to prevent unwanted changes in a computer's registry.

I know many of you think Spybot - S&D is outdated but it does it's job very well.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 27, 2009, 08:06:36 PM
the scanner has a really good detection rate
Hmmm... nothing that avast and Windows Defender do not have.
This week a dropped down Spybot completely. The immunization of SpywareBlaster seems enough and the Hosts file is updated with HostsMan. Bye bye Spybot...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 27, 2009, 08:08:37 PM
Quote
Used correctly, Spybot's Teatimer works very well to prevent unwanted changes in a computer's registry.
So does Winpatrol (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.winpatrol.com%2Fdownload.html&ei=XvT1SYPOKKHGMoiWucAP&usg=AFQjCNGKsfAInMn6YkGNDulfx8xDTYT7Pg) and Malwarebytes IMHO, does a much better job of cleaning up Malware than S&D.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on April 27, 2009, 08:11:23 PM
So does Winpatrol (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.winpatrol.com%2Fdownload.html&ei=XvT1SYPOKKHGMoiWucAP&usg=AFQjCNGKsfAInMn6YkGNDulfx8xDTYT7Pg) and Malwarebytes IMHO, does a much better job of cleaning up Malware than S&D.  :)
Feel the same...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 28, 2009, 04:19:18 AM
Quote
Used correctly, Spybot's Teatimer works very well to prevent unwanted changes in a computer's registry.
So does Winpatrol (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.winpatrol.com%2Fdownload.html&ei=XvT1SYPOKKHGMoiWucAP&usg=AFQjCNGKsfAInMn6YkGNDulfx8xDTYT7Pg) and Malwarebytes IMHO, does a much better job of cleaning up Malware than S&D.  :)

WinPatrol is a monitoring tool like Spybot S&D's TeaTimer and the PLUS update provides quick information on what is running on your system. 

Malwarebytes is a cleanup application that provides updates sometimes hourly and has a real time monitor in the Fee version.

SpywareBlaster provides protection equal to Spybot S&D's Immunize function.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2009, 10:23:30 AM
SpywareBlaster provides protection equal to Spybot S&D's Immunize function.
SpywareBlaster does not Immunize system using HOSTS file and adding lot of web-site in "restrict sites" would slow down application launch time. if you be able to Immunize hosts file and keep it locked from malware attacks you would be more happy and your computer would work very faster and you don't need to add many sites into your registry (restrict sites)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 28, 2009, 12:15:30 PM
SpywareBlaster provides protection equal to Spybot S&D's Immunize function.
SpywareBlaster does not Immunize system using HOSTS file and adding lot of web-site in "restrict sites" would slow down application launch time. if you be able to Immunize hosts file and keep it locked from malware attacks you would be more happy and your computer would work very faster and you don't need to add many sites into your registry (restrict sites)

I see that you appear to be somewhat confused by each application's detection and prevention. 

Where did I say that SpywareBlaster has any influence on the HOSTS file?

If software can set the HOSTS file to Read only then malware can undo this and have its way with the HOSTS file. 

Restricted Zone Immunization has absolutly nothing to do with the HOSTS file.

In IE8 I notice little difference in startup speed with or without SpywareBlaster's protection (Immunization).

Windows Defender detects HOSTS file modification immediatly and notifies you if the change should be approved or not.

By the way, I am rid of Avira AntiVir as it does not meet my needs.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: samuelvirucide on April 28, 2009, 01:15:18 PM
hi yokenny,

 
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By the way, I am rid of Avira AntiVir as it does not meet my needs.

 I m just curious only, whats your reason on removing Avira antivir  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 28, 2009, 05:07:46 PM
hi yokenny,

 
Quote
By the way, I am rid of Avira AntiVir as it does not meet my needs.

 I m just curious only, whats your reason on removing Avira antivir  ;D

Are you a member of Avira forum? 

If you are check out my posts.

In a nutshell it just does not work for me but against me as I have to cripple a couple of features that have become too troublesome for me so that makes the application virtually worthless to me.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2009, 05:43:46 PM
@YoKenny: look like a misapprehension... I'm sorry

Where did I say that SpywareBlaster has any influence on the HOSTS file?
You did not said, It was just a suggestion by me, Immunize hosts instead of other places :)

If software can set the HOSTS file to Read only then malware can undo this and have its way with the HOSTS file.
same about anything else... if you immunize IE, malware can remove those URL from it ;)

Restricted Zone Immunization has absolutly nothing to do with the HOSTS file.
I know, but when URL be blocked (redirected to localhost), no need to immunize again in IE or FF, because it would not load... IMHO

In IE8 I notice little difference in startup speed with or without SpywareBlaster's protection (Immunization).
it would not slow down ONLY IE, it would cause slow down in loading all windows application, so you would feel your windows is not working in that way that you like and you wish, you would see your RAM and CPU is free, but system is slightly slow...

Windows Defender detects HOSTS file modification immediatly and notifies you if the change should be approved or not.
Thank you, I would check it in the Windows Defender options/features. look like useful :)

By the way, I am rid of Avira AntiVir as it does not meet my needs.
but it's same what I like and want and need, really really nice detection rate, fast scan speed, very very light on resource and secure, the latest update has added minor behavior detection (something like HIPS, but not like a full guard) for the thing related to browser for even more security, just I wish if Avira could fix that problem about the delay it cause for network operation on slow internet...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2009, 06:47:30 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/goog_chrome_logo.png)  Internet Explorer + Google Chrome = security problem (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3224&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on April 28, 2009, 06:54:01 PM
Some Windows 7 RC torrents infected with trojan :P
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/04/28/some-windows-7-rc-torrents-infected-with-trojan/

Hi Bob-You still in Dallas or back home at the Trailer Park ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on April 28, 2009, 06:54:36 PM
Quote
Internet Explorer + Google Chrome = security problem

Yeah, but the fix for Chrome is already available.  IE is probably still at risk though...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2009, 07:40:49 PM
Some Windows 7 RC torrents infected with trojan :P
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/04/28/some-windows-7-rc-torrents-infected-with-trojan/

Hi Bob-You still in Dallas or back home at the Trailer Park ;)
Still in Dalls.    What Trailer Park ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on April 28, 2009, 07:54:16 PM
Some Windows 7 RC torrents infected with trojan :P
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/04/28/some-windows-7-rc-torrents-infected-with-trojan/

Anyone who didn't see this coming is extremely gullible if you download W7 from anywhere other than MS or trusted source you really have to believe it is likely to come with unwelcome gifts. Unfortunately there are plenty of fools about that would do it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2009, 08:06:34 PM
Anyone who didn't see this coming is extremely gullible if you download W7 from anywhere other than MS or trusted source you really have to believe it is likely to come with unwelcome gifts. Unfortunately there are plenty of fools about that would do it.
right, when you use illegal (not just illegal in word, un-trusted source) you should accept that you are putting yourself in risk... hope MS make it available to download W7 image via any kind of P2P too... like UBUNTU, OpenOffice.org and... :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on April 28, 2009, 08:09:49 PM
Quote
hope MS make it available to download W7 image via any kind of P2P too... like UBUNTU, OpenOffice.org and...

Yeah, but they'll never do that because they won't have control over it.  MS is all about that...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2009, 10:35:59 PM
List of all 2007 Office system Service Pack 2 and Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Service Pack 2 packages

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/968170
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 29, 2009, 11:29:54 AM
Microsoft Windows 7 Beta 7100 (RC1) introduces a Safer Autoplay (http://blogs.msdn.com/e7/archive/2009/04/27/improvements-to-autoplay.aspx)
Some things do improve. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on April 29, 2009, 07:04:04 PM
Microsoft Windows 7 Beta 7100 (RC1) introduces a Safer Autoplay (http://blogs.msdn.com/e7/archive/2009/04/27/improvements-to-autoplay.aspx)
Some things do improve. :)
Really? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB8l2tZj1FY) ;) J/K
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on April 30, 2009, 02:30:34 AM
Some Windows 7 RC torrents infected with trojan :P
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/04/28/some-windows-7-rc-torrents-infected-with-trojan/

Hi Bob-You still in Dallas or back home at the Trailer Park ;)
Still in Dalls.    What Trailer Park ???

Is this Bob's Trailer Park? ;D

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on April 30, 2009, 01:09:45 PM
-= A sneak peek to Windows 7 RC:

http://news.cnet.com/2300-10805_3-10000789-1.html?tag=mncol
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on April 30, 2009, 04:42:03 PM
CNET Download.com Editors' Choice winners (23) (http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-10225066-12.html)
How many of these are you using ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on April 30, 2009, 08:45:52 PM
CNET Download.com Editors' Choice winners (23) (http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-10225066-12.html)
How many of these are you using ?
5 from windows products. Avira, CCleaner, Picasa, Foxit, MBAM (and also OpenOffice.org for sometimes that I don't be able to access MS Office)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on April 30, 2009, 11:32:52 PM
CNET Download.com Editors' Choice winners (23) (http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-10225066-12.html)
How many of these are you using ?

Antivirus software: avast!
Diagnostic software: CCleaner I would not classify CCleaner as Diagnostic software but I do use it.
Internet security suite: none
PDF reader: Foxit Reader
Screen capture: Vista's Snipping tool and MWSnap on XP
Spyware removers: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
System utilities: Defraggler, Event Log Explorer, System Explorer, SpeedFan and USBDeview

Wasn't this announced back around April 22nd or so and I answered there also?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 05, 2009, 06:24:46 AM
Windows-7-rc-available-for-download-now (http://lifehacker.com/5240198/windows-7-rc-available-for-download-now)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 05, 2009, 07:14:43 PM
Windows-7-rc-available-for-download-now (http://lifehacker.com/5240198/windows-7-rc-available-for-download-now)

Trying to get it now, The download is kinda slow.  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 05, 2009, 07:21:56 PM
Windows-7-rc-available-for-download-now (http://lifehacker.com/5240198/windows-7-rc-available-for-download-now)

Trying to get it now, The download is kinda slow.  ::)

I would imagine their servers are just swamped. Anyone running Win 7 on a Atom based machine?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 06, 2009, 04:18:13 AM
Once you've installed the latest Version. there are 2 updates available pertaining to IE8

Click picture to enlarge
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2009, 03:55:48 PM
What's New in Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgkYVU0cS_0)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2009, 12:17:18 AM
Windows Genuine” branding is being supplanted by a new name: Windows Activation. (https://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2009/May09/05-07Piracy.mspx)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2009, 12:48:29 AM
See what's new in Windows 7 RC (slideshow)
http://content.zdnet.com/2346-9595_22-299694.html (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-9595_22-299694.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 08, 2009, 04:50:28 AM
Windows Genuine” branding is being supplanted by a new name: Windows Activation. (https://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2009/May09/05-07Piracy.mspx)

So it will give users even more headaches? Why doesn't Microsoft just give up on WGA and stop  irritating their customers. The people who want to pirate Windows will always find a way around the anti-piracy software. Put those WGA developers to work actually making Windows a useable OS again like it was in the 2k/XP days.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 08, 2009, 01:39:31 PM
So it will give users even more headaches? Why doesn't Microsoft just give up on WGA and stop  irritating their customers. The people who want to pirate Windows will always find a way around the anti-piracy software. Put those WGA developers to work actually making Windows a useable OS again like it was in the 2k/XP days.
You're almost defending piracy.
You're almost just making FUD.
You're biased Mac. Sorry.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 08, 2009, 04:18:51 PM
He isn't defending piracy, but the WGA doesn't stop piracy, just penalises the end user who may have thought the installation on his system was legit.

With the current incarnation of WGA, it is the end user who is constantly jumping through hoops, even those with legit OS versions, it is a right royal pain in the rear and it is that to which Mac I believe refers.

Having started to read the link Bob gave I almost fell asleep sooooo boring, with more of the same stuff trotted out, but just reworded and the legal end users is still treated as a crook. Not to mention the thousands, probably hundreds of thousands of legit users that fall foul of the WGA process deciding their version isn't legit and the hassle they have to go through to prove their innocence and get WGA to accept their OS.

Though I have to say it seems a bit rich coming from Mac, who so strongly defends the Orchards practice of stopping anyone using OSX on a non-mac system ;D :P

@ Mac
XP is included in the WGA web, but it doesn't have some of the other onerous stuff like UAC.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 08, 2009, 04:53:36 PM
You're almost defending piracy.
Almost...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 08, 2009, 05:00:21 PM
You're almost defending piracy.
Almost...

Or even 'almost' defending it ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 08, 2009, 05:10:59 PM
So it will give users even more headaches? Why doesn't Microsoft just give up on WGA and stop  irritating their customers. The people who want to pirate Windows will always find a way around the anti-piracy software. Put those WGA developers to work actually making Windows a useable OS again like it was in the 2k/XP days.
You're almost defending piracy.
You're almost just making FUD.
You're biased Mac. Sorry.

Im not defending piracy in any way and this is not meant as FUD toward Microsoft. And while I am anti-microsoft, its not just Microsoft thats doing this. Adobe comes to mind as well. We have had customers come in with a failed Hard Drive, we replace it under warranty then they come back saying they Can't reinstall Photoshop/Acrobat/Illustrator/whatever due to you have to deactivate the old installation first which of course they can't do and then Adobe treats them like criminals when they call and try to explain.

He isn't defending piracy, but the WGA doesn't stop piracy, just penalises the end user who may have thought the installation on his system was legit.

With the current incarnation of WGA, it is the end user who is constantly jumping through hoops, even those with legit OS versions, it is a right royal pain in the rear and it is that to which Mac I believe refers.

Having started to read the link Bob gave I almost fell asleep sooooo boring, with more of the same stuff trotted out, but just reworded and the legal end users is still treated as a crook. Not to mention the thousands, probably hundreds of thousands of legit users that fall foul of the WGA process deciding their version isn't legit and the hassle they have to go through to prove their innocence and get WGA to accept their OS.

Like I said I am not promoting Piracy in any way, I am all for companies protecting their software. I just don't like the Way Microsoft and others currently handle their anti-piracy measures. As you said it is making the legitimate users jump through hoops. I simply think they need to either drop it altogether because pirates will always find a way, or spend the time to develop a system that will not even be noticed by legitimate users.

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Though I have to say it seems a bit rich coming from Mac, who so strongly defends the Orchards practice of stopping anyone using OSX on a non-mac system 
Doing so Violates the License Agreement. And while I am particularly defensive over OSX, I would defend any software in which the users were violating the license agreement. For example I have told many many users of Avast and AVG free editions that they are not allowed to use it in a business environment (Happens all the time)

Quote
XP is included in the WGA web, but it doesn't have some of the other onerous stuff like UAC.

I referred to XP because it did not come with nearly as much anti-piracy measures as Vista/Win 7 have.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2009, 05:17:18 PM
XBMC 9.04 "Babylon" Updates for All Supported Platforms (http://lifehacker.com/5242735/xbmc-904-babylon-updates-for-all-supported-platforms)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 08, 2009, 05:44:05 PM
What's New in Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgkYVU0cS_0)


I've Been duel booting the RC and Vista since it came out and I'm REALLY impressed, So much so that I'm thinking about going all 7.

Here's another great resource for info about 7.

http://www.winsupersite.com/win7/


I really like the new Media player, All the podcasts I watch play fine in it leaving me no reason to install VLC.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 08, 2009, 07:28:09 PM
Lets see just how much they want for the privilege and if the number of versions is up there with the Vista versions, e.g. Windows 7 Home Basic (read crippled), Windows 7 Home Premium (read what is about the minimum requirement), Windows 7 Home Ultimate, etc. etc. etc.

I really hope they don't go down that multi-version fiasco of Vista, but for sure if it is too expensive, I have no problem with XP Pro as it has/does all that I currently need.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 08, 2009, 07:44:46 PM
Quote
I really hope they don't go down that multi-version fiasco of Vista, but for sure if it is too expensive, I have no problem with XP Pro as it has/does all that I currently need.

That's right on many levels.

First of all, I don't mind paying for an Operating System that works well.  I DO mind paying $400 for an operating system, especially if I had just paid $400 for the previous version (vista) that came out a mere 2-3 years prior.  I know the upgrades are cheaper, but we all know that "upgrading an O/S" can cause problems.  I also know that there is a way to buy an "upgrade" version of vista, and do a clean install it on a blank system.

Still, How many small businesses can afford to pay close to $400 to put a new operating system on, let's say 8 computers that they own, having to make hardware upgrades just to support it, then having to find driver updates for their hardware / peripherals, updates to software that doesn't work right, and the time they spent to get it all working? How about if they had to pay someone like me to do the work for them?  It's way too much money...

Then, you have to figure out why they put so much time and effort to prevent hacking the O/S so that customers have to pay for it.

There's a reason they get hacked!!!  If they would just charge less, there would be many more legitimate purchases of the O/S, and a lot less hacking.

Gimme Win 7 "ultimate" for $150 and I'll buy it. Upgrade for $99 and I'll buy it, but when the darn thing is over $300-400 bucks, that's just getting ridiculous.

I'll just be happily hacking away for that price...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on May 08, 2009, 08:23:59 PM
Gimme Win 7 "ultimate" for $150 and I'll buy it. Upgrade for $99 and I'll buy it, but when the darn thing is over $300-400 bucks, that's just getting ridiculous.

I'll just be happily hacking away for that price...

Buy a OEM/SB version... they are "quiet" cheap (compared to the full price :) )
A Vista Ultimate cost 150 euros as SB version... and hopefully Seven isn't much more expensive...
Or if you still go to school (like I do) you can buy the Ultimate of Vista for about 100 Euros ;)

yours
onlysomeone

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 08, 2009, 09:13:25 PM
While you are very right, I'm talking from more of a standpoint of a Consultant buying licenses for small businesses, or from a small business owner buying for his/her own company.  Yes, you could buy OEM, or have it pre-installed on a new machine, but the retail prices still need to come down.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 08, 2009, 09:35:30 PM
I'm not sure where you stand in license terms if you are allowed to buy the OEM version, without it coming as part of a new system, upgrade to the system, etc.

I know my new system I brought forward (June last year) the purchase so I could get XP Pro as there was much musings about not being able to get it after June 2008, only for MS to back down on this. So my version of XP Pro was OEM, but it still cost £105 and that when it was almost $2 to the £1. So not cheap considering Vista had been out for some time.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on May 09, 2009, 01:13:19 AM
I'm not sure where you stand in license terms if you are allowed to buy the OEM version, without it coming as part of a new system, upgrade to the system, etc.

In Austria (i think in the whole EU) Microsoft is forced to offer OEMs to everyone/OEMs can be sold to anyone - as private user you can simply and legaly order it via the internet :)
the only disadvantage is that you just get one installation DVD - 32bit or 64bit (depends on what you choose...)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 09, 2009, 01:31:11 AM
Well an OEM version is only allowed to be installed on one system, so there would be no point in having 32bit & 64bit OS versions (they are also considered different OSes) apart from it being huge.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on May 09, 2009, 09:52:00 AM
Well an OEM version is only allowed to be installed on one system, so there would be no point in having 32bit & 64bit OS versions (they are also considered different OSes) apart from it being huge.

Yes, but if you have an OEM license you are allowed to install either tho 32bit or the 64bit - you can buy a 32bit version and if you have a installation CD/DVD for 64bit you can also install this one...

I also have one Vista Ultimate Key and two installation DVDs (32 and 64bit) and I always alternate this two OS :)

EDIT: Okay, I'm not sure with the following as the article I read doesn't seem to be serious...
And i think thats the difference between the US and the EU - in the EU you are allowed to do with your license whatever you want... if you change your pc you can legaly take the OEM license with you and install it on your new pc or even sell it to anyone else - its only important that you have it installed on just one pc at one time...


EDIT 2:
You are right DavidR - the OEM is really just for one hardware, but what I meant was the SB (system builder) version - it is not chained to one hardware - it can be used on any hardware you want and can be legaly sold in the EU.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 09, 2009, 03:28:45 PM
They don't make it easy do they ;D

The biggest problem is that you might do something in good faith, believing it to be legit and then fall foul to the dreaded WGA :P
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: lee16 on May 09, 2009, 10:10:02 PM
WGA is indeed a pain in the arse, i for one DO side with privacy over agreeing with this WGA nonsensical crap.

--lee
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 09, 2009, 10:23:37 PM
WGA is indeed a pain in the arse, i for one DO side with privacy over agreeing with this WGA nonsensical crap.

--lee
I agree its a pain, But I don't steal software, even it its from Microsoft ( I just refuse to buy Vista/Win7  ;))
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 09, 2009, 10:36:11 PM
WGA is indeed a pain in the arse, i for one DO side with privacy over agreeing with this WGA nonsensical crap.

--lee
I agree its a pain, But I don't steal software, even it its from Microsoft ( I just refuse to buy Vista/Win7  ;))
The only way I'll ever use OSX is if I can run it as an emulation on my Windows 7 OS.  :) ;D :)

And the discussion on this subject continues to grow:
http://geeks.pirillo.com/profiles/blog/show?id=2300301:BlogPost:2112846&page=1#comment-2300301_Comment_2113031 (http://geeks.pirillo.com/profiles/blog/show?id=2300301:BlogPost:2112846&page=1#comment-2300301_Comment_2113031)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 10, 2009, 03:48:59 AM
WGA is indeed a pain in the arse, i for one DO side with privacy over agreeing with this WGA nonsensical crap.

--lee
I agree its a pain, But I don't steal software, even it its from Microsoft ( I just refuse to buy Vista/Win7  ;))
The only way I'll ever use OSX is if I can run it as an emulation on my Windows 7 OS.  :) ;D :)

And the discussion on this subject continues to grow:
http://geeks.pirillo.com/profiles/blog/show?id=2300301:BlogPost:2112846&page=1#comment-2300301_Comment_2113031 (http://geeks.pirillo.com/profiles/blog/show?id=2300301:BlogPost:2112846&page=1#comment-2300301_Comment_2113031)

Is it really necessary to bring this up again?  ::) You know that Apple will not allow it to be installed on non-Apple hardware and they forbid emulation/virtual environments as well. The only way you will ever be using it is if you Buy a Mac or if Apple is forced to license the OS in court.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 10, 2009, 03:52:45 AM
Quote
  or if Apple is forced to license the OS in court.
Now that's agreat idea. :) Maybe it's time to file a suit against them for monopolizing.
They did it to Microsoft.   Turnabout is only fair play.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 10, 2009, 04:50:27 AM
Quote
  or if Apple is forced to license the OS in court.
Now that's agreat idea. :) Maybe it's time to file a suit against them for monopolizing.
They did it to Microsoft.   Turnabout is only fair play.  ;D
This happens every few weeks here and its getting old very very fast.

How does Apple have a monopoly with <10% of the computer market? Thats far from a monopoly. And if you are trying the "Monopolizing the OS X market" crap that Psystar tried then dont even go there.  Tons of companies have Proprietary Operating systems that they restrict to their own hardware. Every Game console has its own OS, Every media Player, etc. No one is forcing them to license their software.

They developed the software they get to decide who they want to sell it to or if they want to keep it to themselves. The only parts that they have to release are the parts that where they used Open Source software. And they do make that Source code available on the developer website.

Microsoft had over 90% of the market and were using that to force its standards on users (Internet Explorer, Windows Media, etc) thats why they were sued.

I cant and never will understand why people obviously want to use OS X but don't want to buy the hardware to run it and then they whine when they can not run it on their PC. It drives me up the wall, through the roof and halfway to Mars.

And One thing I can never stand is when people Compare Apple to Microsoft's monopoly, its well ARRRGH  >:(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 10, 2009, 05:28:27 AM
hehe, well, I do see your point Mac.

Surprisingly, I don't have a rebuttal!

Cheers.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on May 10, 2009, 10:36:44 AM
***

While I have not used an Apple computer in about 20 years (we had a few at DuPont back in the '80s - Mac2, Lisa, etc), I also see Mac's point. I really do not see why this has to keep coming up.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: lee16 on May 10, 2009, 11:33:23 AM
Quote
I cant and never will understand why people obviously want to use OS X but don't want to buy the hardware to run it and then they whine when they can not run it on their PC.

We can't all afford that expensive hardware of a apple mac. (from what i have seen Apple seems to sets itself up as the high-end premium computer in the market) 
Windows/PCs control <90% of the market because they realised that 90% of that market consumers only needed low end computers. (simple logic)
Although i must confes, i do enjoy using the simple interface of a mac, a nice change from the horrid windows interface.

Quote
I also see Mac's point. I really do not see why this has to keep coming up.

Forgive my ignorance, but maybe because this is also a discussion forum?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 10, 2009, 05:44:39 PM
Quote
I really do not see why this has to keep coming up.
Very simple Charley:
It's the only way to make sure that one day it will finally happen.   ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on May 11, 2009, 08:29:42 AM
***

Needling Mac about it won't make it happen. Pardon me if I am wrong, Mac, but I do not believe he is high enough up the Apple "food chain" to make this sort of change happen. Instead, this needling him only serves to hurt his feelings and possibly make him leave the forum.

Perhaps this Apple page might be the place to address your concerns.

http://www.apple.com/contact/


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 11, 2009, 06:48:48 PM
What's New in Windows 7 Release Candidate (RC) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgkYVU0cS_0)


I've Been duel booting the RC and Vista since it came out and I'm REALLY impressed, So much so that I'm thinking about going all 7.

Here's another great resource for info about 7.

http://www.winsupersite.com/win7/

Just an update, I'm still impressed with 7, but I have had IE8 crash a few times since the install (4-5). I think this is Windows 7 related since it hasn't happened on Vista. Hopefully this will be fixed before RTM.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 12, 2009, 01:20:35 AM

Marc,
Did you do the 2 updates related to IE8 after your install?
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg376561#msg376561 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg376561#msg376561)

CharleyO,
Quote
Needling Mac about it won't make it happen.
Who is needeling Mac ??? If Mac takes every post relating to Apple as a personal matter,
then that's his problem.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 12, 2009, 03:36:35 AM
Hey bob, yep I have automatic updates on and have all updates.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 12, 2009, 04:34:00 AM
Maybe it's an add-on then?  Maybe a toolbar?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 12, 2009, 05:21:46 AM
Maybe it's an add-on then?  Maybe a toolbar?

Hey scy, Nope, I learned a long time ago that toolbars just slow things down and eat RAM. The only add ons are the usual such as flash and java.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 12, 2009, 05:28:10 AM
Damn... I was hoping anyway.  Oh well, maybe it IS a problem.  Not like a pre-release of a Windows operating system hasn't had them before, eh?

I'm sure it will be fixed by SP2 or 3, lol.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 12, 2009, 05:20:32 PM
I've managed to crash IE8 a few times myself. Seems heavy multitasking isn't
to it's liking.    ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Alan Baxter on May 12, 2009, 06:01:56 PM
Edit 2: Don't read the following, Mac, unless you want a good laugh.  :P

I finally installed IE8 last night and had the following problems on my dual cpu 600 MHz PIII, 1 GB RAM, XPSP3 computer:
- IE8 repeatedly took 60-85 seconds to load.
- the Java automatic update checker, jusched.exe, would occasionally grab 50% cpu for for up to 20 seconds.  It normally uses none.
- Google's gmail notifier, gnotify.exe, would use 50% cpu for 40 seconds just to load and get to its password prompt.  This is while IE8 wasn't running.

I've uninstalled IE8 now and everything's seems to work properly again.  Oh wonderful, I see it's left behind some Errors for the XP Event Viewer to report[1].  A web search might help me figure out how to address those.  Seems like most of the other vendors can push new versions of Internet software without horking my machine, but this one didn't.

I checked the minimum system requirements:
    * 233MHz processor or higher
    * RAM: 64MB for Windows XP
I pity the poor fool who believes them.  There are other browsers that run well on a system that old, but IE8 does not appear to be one of them.   >:(

Thanks for listening.

[1] Windows cannot query DllName registry entry for {CF7639F3-ABA2-41DB-97F2-81E2C5DBFC5D} and it will not be loaded. This is most likely caused by a faulty registration.
Windows cannot query DllName registry entry for {7B849a69-220F-451E-B3FE-2CB811AF94AE} and it will not be loaded. This is most likely caused by a faulty registration.

Edit: Found fix and deleted the two empty registry keys.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/957700/
Quote
After you uninstall Internet Explorer 8, you may notice Application event log errors after each reboot. To resolve this problem, delete the following Internet Explorer User Accelerators and Internet Explorer Machine Accelerators registry keys in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\GPExtensions:

{7B849a69-220F-451E-B3FE-2CB811AF94AE}
{CF7639F3-ABA2-41DB-97F2-81E2C5DBFC5D}
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 12, 2009, 07:54:02 PM
Edit 2: Don't read the following, Mac, unless you want a good laugh.  :P

I finally installed IE8 last night and had the following problems on my dual cpu 600 MHz PIII, 1 GB RAM, XPSP3 computer:
- IE8 repeatedly took 60-85 seconds to load.
- the Java automatic update checker, jusched.exe, would occasionally grab 50% cpu for for up to 20 seconds.  It normally uses none.
- Google's gmail notifier, gnotify.exe, would use 50% cpu for 40 seconds just to load and get to its password prompt.  This is while IE8 wasn't running.

I've uninstalled IE8 now and everything's seems to work properly again.  Oh wonderful, I see it's left behind some Errors for the XP Event Viewer to report[1].  A web search might help me figure out how to address those.  Seems like most of the other vendors can push new versions of Internet software without horking my machine, but this one didn't.

I checked the minimum system requirements:
    * 233MHz processor or higher
    * RAM: 64MB for Windows XP
I pity the poor fool who believes them.  There are other browsers that run well on a system that old, but IE8 does not appear to be one of them.   >:(

Thanks for listening.

[1] Windows cannot query DllName registry entry for {CF7639F3-ABA2-41DB-97F2-81E2C5DBFC5D} and it will not be loaded. This is most likely caused by a faulty registration.
Windows cannot query DllName registry entry for {7B849a69-220F-451E-B3FE-2CB811AF94AE} and it will not be loaded. This is most likely caused by a faulty registration.

Edit: Found fix and deleted the two empty registry keys.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/957700/
Quote
After you uninstall Internet Explorer 8, you may notice Application event log errors after each reboot. To resolve this problem, delete the following Internet Explorer User Accelerators and Internet Explorer Machine Accelerators registry keys in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\GPExtensions:

{7B849a69-220F-451E-B3FE-2CB811AF94AE}
{CF7639F3-ABA2-41DB-97F2-81E2C5DBFC5D}

I agree thats pathetic. But My dad uses a ancient 400Mhz PowerMac G4 and I had to keep him on Safari 3.x because the Safari 4 Beta was just too slow to load and run. I still think that his machine should still have enough power to run any web browser, So when Apple discontinues updates for Safari 3.x i'll move him to Firefox or Opera.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 12, 2009, 11:24:21 PM
Microsoft finally acknowledges Windows 7 will ship in 2009 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=2727&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 12, 2009, 11:49:30 PM
Now there is a surprise, NOT.

If it were to release after the Xmas holiday season, what a missed opportunity to capitalize on the new system market at that time. Didn't they miss that boat with Vista with a consumer launch around 30th January...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 13, 2009, 02:43:44 AM
Now there is a surprise, NOT.

If it were to release after the Xmas holiday season, what a missed opportunity to capitalize on the new system market at that time. Didn't they miss that boat with Vista with a consumer launch around 30th January...

I don't think it matters if they ship before Xmas or not. Everyone around here is not planning on spending much, heck lots of people here just flat out don't have a job period.   :(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 13, 2009, 02:49:40 AM
That may well be the case, but there I would suggest be even less likelihood of a sale outside of the traditional buying period. So the opportunity no matter how much reduced is still there.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 13, 2009, 03:37:37 AM
I can keep using this RC version till Aug. 2010 so I have ample time to save up before the conversion to the
final version of Windows 7.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on May 13, 2009, 02:54:35 PM
Avira AntiVir ProActive is in a Beta-Status now...

Alwil, you should hurry with your new technologies now!


Quote
Avira AntiVir ProActive

Avira AntiVir What is proactive?

Proactive Avira AntiVir Avira is a new technology, the malware to recognize their behavior.
These monitors AntiVir proactive in the areas of your real-time system, usually the target of malware are. Sensors register all activities in these areas and report them to a set of rules which then assesses whether these activities are caused by malware. Activities are identified with a suspected malware justify then suppresses Avira AntiVir these proactive activities.
Avira AntiVir Proactive complements the existing signature, generic and heuristic detection methods to another method, which they effectively against infection with unknown malware protection.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on May 13, 2009, 03:02:16 PM
Avira AntiVir ProActive is in a Beta-Status now...

Alwil, you should hurry with your new technologies now!

one current Avira user here, I can say avast! web protection is better than Avira, so I hope avast! in V5 make the standard shield good as their web-protection, and then so I would move to avast!, now I've mix of both of them, I hope avast! 5 be good enough for me :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on May 13, 2009, 03:50:30 PM
Avira AntiVir ProActive is in a Beta-Status now...

Alwil, you should hurry with your new technologies now!

one current Avira user here, I can say avast! web protection is better than Avira, so I hope avast! in V5 make the standard shield good as their web-protection, and then so I would move to avast!, now I've mix of both of them, I hope avast! 5 be good enough for me :)
Will this update produce another flurry of angry users like me that left Avira AntiVir because of its false positives in WebGuard and inability to receive email in MailGuard?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on May 13, 2009, 06:03:32 PM
Will this update produce another flurry of angry users like me that left Avira AntiVir because of its false positives in WebGuard and inability to receive email in MailGuard?
well, I must say I had not any false-positive by Avira in version 9 (a lot of in V8, I mean old virus database). but about WebGuard, they should re-design their proxy system... you are right, it need to re-design... because that style of cache, it can cause sometimes delay in web-browsing, what avast! don't do and I like avast! because of that :)
but if another ProActive be added to Avira with this highest number of detection rate... it can cause False-positive, but they are smart, hope think about it


ALWIL!! COME ON...! BRING YOUR PRODUCT! I'M WAITING FOR V5!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 13, 2009, 07:23:59 PM
Microsoft Password Checker:

http://www.microsoft.com/protect/yourself/password/checker.mspx

Helps you figure out if your password is strong or not.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 13, 2009, 07:31:04 PM
Me being a trusting sod (NOT) don't trust people that offer this type of checking, do I trust that they don't harvest any data, no. I told you I was a trusting sod and Microsoft has so much form in trustworthy computing NOT, that I would be less likely to use their checker.

I much prefer if someone gives the theory behind what makes a strong password and then the user can heed the advice, but to subsequently test that password on what is a publicly available site for me invalidates that particular password.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on May 13, 2009, 08:52:28 PM
  my husband user's IE7 and he does not want me to update to IE8 because he saw on the screen once there could be a problem with using the Hp printer. (would have to get the box to make sure I wrote what it really is so will just say it is and HP printer that goes with my HP computer) he feels like most times not wanting to update or download  much of any thing. lets see if I can explane better. it working so it don't need any. and if some thing go wrong with the computer because of updating or downloading any thing it is my fault when some things goes wrong I should have just left it a lone when it was working because I created the problem. { I am sure glad he won't see this.}  :o :)

Edit 2: Don't read the following, Mac, unless you want a good laugh.  :P

I finally installed IE8 last night and had the following problems on my dual cpu 600 MHz PIII, 1 GB RAM, XPSP3 computer:
- IE8 repeatedly took 60-85 seconds to load.
- the Java automatic update checker, jusched.exe, would occasionally grab 50% cpu for for up to 20 seconds.  It normally uses none.
- Google's gmail notifier, gnotify.exe, would use 50% cpu for 40 seconds just to load and get to its password prompt.  This is while IE8 wasn't running.

I've uninstalled IE8 now and everything's seems to work properly again.  Oh wonderful, I see it's left behind some Errors for the XP Event Viewer to report[1].  A web search might help me figure out how to address those.  Seems like most of the other vendors can push new versions of Internet software without horking my machine, but this one didn't.

I checked the minimum system requirements:
    * 233MHz processor or higher
    * RAM: 64MB for Windows XP
I pity the poor fool who believes them.  There are other browsers that run well on a system that old, but IE8 does not appear to be one of them.   >:(

Thanks for listening.

[1] Windows cannot query DllName registry entry for {CF7639F3-ABA2-41DB-97F2-81E2C5DBFC5D} and it will not be loaded. This is most likely caused by a faulty registration.
Windows cannot query DllName registry entry for {7B849a69-220F-451E-B3FE-2CB811AF94AE} and it will not be loaded. This is most likely caused by a faulty registration.

Edit: Found fix and deleted the two empty registry keys.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/957700/
Quote
After you uninstall Internet Explorer 8, you may notice Application event log errors after each reboot. To resolve this problem, delete the following Internet Explorer User Accelerators and Internet Explorer Machine Accelerators registry keys in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\GPExtensions:

{7B849a69-220F-451E-B3FE-2CB811AF94AE}
{CF7639F3-ABA2-41DB-97F2-81E2C5DBFC5D}
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on May 13, 2009, 09:23:56 PM
Microsoft Password Checker:

http://www.microsoft.com/protect/yourself/password/checker.mspx

Helps you figure out if your password is strong or not.
it said my password is "BEST", but, is it really best?
it said best because it has both capitaled and not capitaled letters, Number, special correcter and +15 correcter in it, OK, safe and best.
but is it really safe those things be mix of my name and my phone number plus a few !@#$%^&*? nope!
a strong password is what nothing of that be related to you, how that MS thing can detect it? ;)

anyway thanks for sharing :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 13, 2009, 11:24:45 PM
Windows 7: Good, Bad and the Ugly (http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2009/05/windows-7-good-bad-and-ugly.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 14, 2009, 03:31:35 AM
Windows 7: Good, Bad and the Ugly (http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2009/05/windows-7-good-bad-and-ugly.html)
The Reason its Called A Recycle Bin is because that was one of the things Microsoft had to change from when Apple sued them over copying the Mac OS. Apple wanted the court to flat out stop Microsoft from selling windows but Apple basically lost the battle and all that happened was Microsoft had to make a few changes to the GUI and one of those was renaming it from Trash to Recycle Bin.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 14, 2009, 04:40:40 AM
Quote
Me being a trusting sod (NOT) don't trust people that offer this type of checking, do I trust that they don't harvest any data, no. I told you I was a trusting sod and Microsoft has so much form in trustworthy computing NOT, that I would be less likely to use their checker.

I much prefer if someone gives the theory behind what makes a strong password and then the user can heed the advice, but to subsequently test that password on what is a publicly available site for me invalidates that particular password.

Meh, I just wanted to share it with people.  There are a lot of people with some worthless passwords, and they wouldn't know it if they used something like that.

I agree that a strong password "theory" would suffice, but I explain to my users what a, "complex password" is, and why it's required on all of my networks, but it seems like they try 8 times to pick a password that meets the requirements, and they still don't get it.  Some people just need this sort of thing, because they don't listen or understand or care.

Of course, if you use some versions of linux, it will check how strong your password is when you first enter it during setup, many websites will do it too.

Say what you want, but it's good to know that if your password is "pass1234" it's not very strong, but if it's "bCEV23&^dk21z" then it's not very likely that it will be guessed / or hacked using an automated program.

I pretty much put this out there for well, "dullards" that don't know any better about why they need a strong password or if they have one (by, "dullard" I mean users who do things such as putting their password on a sticky note, and sticking it on their monitor for all to see).

The rest of us know how to pick a strong password, and know not to put it on a sticky note on our monitor, nor do we need to test it to find out.  So, don't use it if you don't need it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on May 14, 2009, 10:28:55 AM
Bit Defender released the Beta of Total Security 2010...
An article with pictures can be read here (http://www.hardwaretricks.net/2009/05/13/introducing-bitdefender-2010-beta-absolutely-stunning/).

Alwil, where is your Beta?! ;)

yours
onlysomeone
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 18, 2009, 11:46:01 PM
Microsoft Office 2010 tech preview hits torrent sites (http://www.techspot.com/news/34747-microsoft-office-2010-tech-preview-hits-torrent-sites.html)
It isn't slated for release to beta testers till July......
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: iddawg717 on May 19, 2009, 01:59:24 AM
Are you sure the "IP locater" address above is correct. I tried to click on it and was taken to a page that said there is no such address.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: !Donovan on May 19, 2009, 02:01:11 AM
Microsoft Password Checker:

http://www.microsoft.com/protect/yourself/password/checker.mspx

Helps you figure out if your password is strong or not.

My passwords are weak...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on May 19, 2009, 07:28:11 AM
I am on line for only a min or two but wanted to say if some one say's test to see if your password is strong they are our go to try to still your password.am I right or wrong!!?
Sharon  sham1313
Quote
Me being a trusting sod (NOT) don't trust people that offer this type of checking, do I trust that they don't harvest any data, no. I told you I was a trusting sod and Microsoft has so much form in trustworthy computing NOT, that I would be less likely to use their checker.

I much prefer if someone gives the theory behind what makes a strong password and then the user can heed the advice, but to subsequently test that password on what is a publicly available site for me invalidates that particular password.

Meh, I just wanted to share it with people.  There are a lot of people with some worthless passwords, and they wouldn't know it if they used something like that.

I agree that a strong password "theory" would suffice, but I explain to my users what a, "complex password" is, and why it's required on all of my networks, but it seems like they try 8 times to pick a password that meets the requirements, and they still don't get it.  Some people just need this sort of thing, because they don't listen or understand or care.

Of course, if you use some versions of linux, it will check how strong your password is when you first enter it during setup, many websites will do it too.

Say what you want, but it's good to know that if your password is "pass1234" it's not very strong, but if it's "bCEV23&^dk21z" then it's not very likely that it will be guessed / or hacked using an automated program.

I pretty much put this out there for well, "dullards" that don't know any better about why they need a strong password or if they have one (by, "dullard" I mean users who do things such as putting their password on a sticky note, and sticking it on their monitor for all to see).

The rest of us know how to pick a strong password, and know not to put it on a sticky note on our monitor, nor do we need to test it to find out.  So, don't use it if you don't need it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on May 19, 2009, 08:19:56 AM
***

You could be right, Sharon. But, I doubt that MS would try to steal your password.

Still, I am mostly like DavidR ... not very trusting of such things.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 19, 2009, 05:08:03 PM
If they wanted to steal your password, wouldn't they just do it from your machine that you plug a password into everyday?

Come on guys.

All it does is check whatever you type in to see the length, and complexity.  They have no idea who you are except for your IP address.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 19, 2009, 05:41:17 PM
Seems paranoia ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 20, 2009, 12:08:27 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ffelite.jpg)

Has any one given this a try ???

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/MozillaFirefoxEliteInstall.png)   
Firefox Elite v.1.0 (http://firefoxelite.hencogroup.co.uk/) is currently available for Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 2003 and Windows Vista only.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on May 20, 2009, 05:09:56 AM
oooooh.

Elite!

Must be special?  Nope haven't tried it yet. Must not be special enough... lol.

What's so good about it? Built-in plugins that are common for "elite" users or something?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Alan Baxter on May 20, 2009, 06:47:06 AM
Has any one given this a try ??? 
Firefox Elite v.1.0 (http://firefoxelite.hencogroup.co.uk/) is currently available for Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 2003 and Windows Vista only.

No.  Is there any reason why it should be trusted?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on May 20, 2009, 02:56:54 PM
you are right and I just had jump to the wrong conclusion. Sharon sham1313

If they wanted to steal your password, wouldn't they just do it from your machine that you plug a password into everyday?

Come on guys.

All it does is check whatever you type in to see the length, and complexity.  They have no idea who you are except for your IP address.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: onlysomeone on May 20, 2009, 07:48:58 PM
Klingon Antivirus

Sophos developed a free antivirus program for members of the Klingon empire.  ;D
http://www.sophos.com/klingon-anti-virus/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 20, 2009, 08:02:10 PM
Klingon Antivirus

Sophos developed a free antivirus program for members of the Klingon empire.  ;D
http://www.sophos.com/klingon-anti-virus/


 tlho' Dun video,  pol Dung the QaQ vum   ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on May 20, 2009, 08:56:55 PM
Quote
members of the Klingon empire.
Kissman-your a member of the KISS empire ;D
(http://i40.tinypic.com/5d4hgj.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 20, 2009, 09:31:23 PM
Yep, It's right next door to the  Klingon empire.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on May 21, 2009, 05:09:04 PM
-= test your IQ

http://www.highiqsociety.org/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 22, 2009, 03:44:40 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/th_GoogleChrome.gif) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/GoogleChrome.gif)
Click to enlarge

Google Chrome features (http://tools.google.com/chrome/intl/en/features.html#)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 22, 2009, 09:55:11 PM
Internet Explorer + Firefox + Google Chrome + Safari = Lunascape
http://www.askvg.com/internet-explorer-firefox-google-chrome-safari-lunascape/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on May 22, 2009, 11:20:39 PM
Klingon Antivirus

Sophos developed a free antivirus program for members of the Klingon empire.  ;D
http://www.sophos.com/klingon-anti-virus/

Quote
Updates will be available for 30 galactic standard days.
  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 23, 2009, 01:54:12 AM
Quote
Sophos developed a free antivirus program for members of the Klingon empire.
Gee, if I where a Klingon, I might just try it.....  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 23, 2009, 01:56:32 AM
Internet Explorer + Firefox + Google Chrome + Safari = Lunascape
http://www.askvg.com/internet-explorer-firefox-google-chrome-safari-lunascape/
Tech,
Have you tried it. ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 23, 2009, 04:42:41 PM
Internet Explorer + Firefox + Google Chrome + Safari = Lunascape
http://www.askvg.com/internet-explorer-firefox-google-chrome-safari-lunascape/
Tech,
Have you tried it. ???
No... I'm not brave enough. I'm quite happy with Firefox and, occasionally, Iron Browser.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on May 25, 2009, 12:54:05 AM
Klingon Antivirus

Sophos developed a free antivirus program for members of the Klingon empire.  ;D
http://www.sophos.com/klingon-anti-virus/


There is a version of Klingon Antivirus for Earthlings.
Sophos Threat Detection Test (http://www.sophos.com/products/free-tools/sophos-threat-detection-test.html)


Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on May 25, 2009, 02:38:04 AM
What works with Win 7, and what doesn't., A list of security apps and tools.
Quote
Avast home edition 
Version
4.8
Date tested: May 11, 2009
No problems encountered.
http://www.calendarofupdates.com/updates/index.php?showtopic=19508
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on May 25, 2009, 10:09:31 AM
-= Very useful info.. Thanks..
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 26, 2009, 07:57:18 PM
Update on Windows 7 Beta Expiration Date

Recently Microsoft sent an e-mail to various Windows 7 Beta users stating that Windows 7 Beta will expire on August 1, 2009. On June 1, 2009, the PC you’re using to test the Beta will begin shutting down every two hours.

http://www.askvg.com/update-on-windows-7-beta-expiration-date/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 27, 2009, 01:19:12 AM
Update on Windows 7 Beta Expiration Date

Recently Microsoft sent an e-mail to various Windows 7 Beta users stating that Windows 7 Beta will expire on August 1, 2009. On June 1, 2009, the PC you’re using to test the Beta will begin shutting down every two hours.

http://www.askvg.com/update-on-windows-7-beta-expiration-date/
This is why you should update your Beta version to the RC version.
It will not expire till 2010.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 27, 2009, 01:22:01 AM
Ultimate Boot CD for Windows v3.50

WinUBCD is a collection of great freeware Windows utilities. The CD includes many different types of utilities so you will be prepared when disaster strikes. The WinUBCD uses Bart's PE which allows you to create a custom CD that will boot into a CD based Windows environment with network support. Perfect for recovering deleted files on your harddrive without accidentally overwriting them or scanning a virus infected system. This project currently has 40+ utilities included in the download. Utility groups such as Anti-Virus, CMOS password recovery, password finders, file recovery, MBR backup and recovery...

Changelog
Feature- Explorer as Shell (by Hilander999 & Joshua)
Feature- Hashcheck received some updates to help speed it up
Feature- BTS Drivers now have compatible LAN, WLAN, and graphics drivers. Mass Storage, LAN, and WLAN drivers are included in UBCD4Win, only Mass Storage & LAN are enabled
Feature- VC++ 2008 Runtime, Avira 9 requires this
Feature- New "cleanup tools" section, noted as CT in added software
Feature- New "dynamic" plugin for Kaspersky, handles versions 7 and 8. Compatible with XP and Vista 32/64
Added- CT: ATF Cleaner
Added- Autorun Eater
Added- CT: AVG Remover
Added- CT: ComboFix
Added- Easeus Partition Master HE 3.0.2
Added- Commercial: Easeus Partition Master Pro MulitBoot plugin
Added- Commercial: Kaspersky Internet Security
Added- MalwareBytes AntiMalware
Added- NetCat (it's back!!)
Added- CT: Norton Removal Tool
Added- CT: SDFix
Added- Vipre
Updated- All Anti-Spyware and Anti-Virus definitions updated 4/19/09
Updated- 7-zip 4.65
Updated- aSquared
Updated- AusLogic Defrag 1.6.24.355
Updated- Avira Antivir 9.0.0.386
Updated- CCleaner
Updated- CPU-z 1.5.0
Updated- MB: DBAN 2.0
Updated- Dead Pixel Tester 2.5.0
Updated- Defraggler 1.7.0.124
Updated- DiskCheckup
Updated- Double Driver
Updated- Explore2fs
Updated- ExpressBurn ?
Updated- Filezilla
Updated- FireFox 3.0.6
Updated- FreeCommander
Updated- GPU-z 0.3.2
Updated- HWPnP 1.0.24
Updated- IPSniffer
Updated- Keyfinder 2.0.6.75
Updated- MemTest 1.0.0.1
Updated- MB: MemTest86 3.5
Updated- Nero InfoTool 5.3.3
Updated- NotePad++ 5.1.4
Updated- nPOPuk ?
Updated- Opera 9.64.10487
Updated- Paragon HD Manager 8 Commercial plugin fix
Updated- Passwords Pro 2.5
Updated- PDF Reader 3.0.2009.1506
Updated- Prime95 25.8.3.0
Updated- Recuva
Updated- R-Linux 4.2
Updated- SpeedFan 4.37.0.236
Updated- SpyBot
Updated- SIW 2009.2.24
Updated- Super AntiSpyware
Updated- TestDisk 6.11
Updated- TrueCrypt 6.1.1.0
Updated- UltraVNC
Updated- UnixUtils
Updated- Unknown devices TXT files updated
Updated- VNC Server
Updated- MB: Windows Recovery Console (BTS drivers support)
Updated- xplorer2
Removed- AVG AntiSpyware
Removed- AdAware SE
Removed- Kaspersky 6 support
Removed- Kaspersky individual plugins (now one that supports 7 & 8)
Removed- UBCD4Win driver pack, BTS now covers these devices
Removed- Fix-IDE removed because Fix-HDC has a much better success rate

Download
Setup:


------------ CODE SAMPLE ----------
http://projects.securitywonks.net/projects/download.php?file=32 (http://projects.securitywonks.net/projects/download.php?file=32)
-----------------------------------




------------ CODE SAMPLE ----------
http://download20.securitywonks.net/file-downloads/ubcd4win/UBCD4WinV350.exe (http://download20.securitywonks.net/file-downloads/ubcd4win/UBCD4WinV350.exe)
-----------------------------------




------------ CODE SAMPLE ----------
http://www.pcinfo4u.net/UBCD4Win/UBCD4WinV350.exe (http://www.pcinfo4u.net/UBCD4Win/UBCD4WinV350.exe)
-----------------------------------
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on May 28, 2009, 11:39:42 AM
Latest av-comparatives test has been released...

http://www.av-comparatives.org/comparativesreviews/main-tests

see where is avast!, need more works.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 28, 2009, 02:09:46 PM
Latest av-comparatives test has been released...

http://www.av-comparatives.org/comparativesreviews/main-tests

see where is avast!, need more works.
Yeah, not that a good test for avast. Room for improvement.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 28, 2009, 03:59:01 PM
avast is not alone in taking a hit in these retrospective tests, if you check back through the historical tests, the Retrospective test sets back most AVs in the test to some degree and I guess is weighted (not by av-comparatives) towards those AVs with heuristics.

Despite explanation in these forums by the author and the description in the report I still don't see the real world purpose of this test for those that keep their AV fully up to date, see image.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on May 28, 2009, 07:47:20 PM
Turn On Protected Mode in Windows Vista
Protected Mode is enabled by default in Internet Explorer 8 on Windows Vista for all security zones except the Trusted Sites and Local Intranet zones. As mentioned earlier, this feature is designed to provide enhanced user and system protection by limiting the ability of the application to access areas of the file system and registry.  These limitations are designed to help isolate the Internet Explorer process and limit the ability for a malicious website or other software from utilizing the browser to damage user information or harm the system.  However, users can disable the mode, which reduces overall security. For this reason, Microsoft recommends using Group Policy to ensure that Protected Mode is enabled in all of the Web content zones for the browser, except the Trusted Sites and Local Intranet zones, and prevent users from disabling it.

Turn on Protected Mode: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Internet Explorer\Internet Control Panel\Security Page\<zone>   Enabled

* This setting only works in Internet Explorer 8 with Windows Vista.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on May 28, 2009, 07:57:44 PM
Turn on Protected Mode: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Internet Explorer\Internet Control Panel\Security Page\<zone>   Enabled

* This setting only works in Internet Explorer 8 with Windows Vista.

Not Windows Vista Home Premium / Home Basic / starter  :'( :'( :'( :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2009, 02:51:28 AM
Omid,
You could always install Win 7 RC   that would upgrade you to the top of the class.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on May 29, 2009, 02:57:50 AM
Turn on Protected Mode: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Internet Explorer\Internet Control Panel\Security Page\<zone>   Enabled

* This setting only works in Internet Explorer 8 with Windows Vista.

Not Windows Vista Home Premium / Home Basic / starter  :'( :'( :'( :'(

I guess that you need to tell my Vista Home Premium system that it is not supposed to have Protected Mode: On in the Status Bar.  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on May 29, 2009, 05:44:06 AM
Turn on Protected Mode: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Internet Explorer\Internet Control Panel\Security Page\<zone>   Enabled

* This setting only works in Internet Explorer 8 with Windows Vista.

Not Windows Vista Home Premium / Home Basic / starter  :'( :'( :'( :'(

I guess that you need to tell my Vista Home Premium system that it is not supposed to have Protected Mode: On in the Status Bar.  ::)

Same here, works fine for me, This also works on IE 7 with Vista.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: calcu007 on May 29, 2009, 07:29:32 AM
You need to have the UAC enabled too
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on May 29, 2009, 07:44:07 AM
Omid,
You could always install Win 7 RC   that would upgrade you to the top of the class.  :)
I would upgrade to Win 7 when final version come, not beta/RC (http://forum.qip.ru/images/smilies/smile.gif)

I guess that you need to tell my Vista Home Premium system that it is not supposed to have Protected Mode: On in the Status Bar.  ::)
it has protected mode in IE, but computer management features is limited in windows vista version lower than Ultimate (http://forum.qip.ru/images/smilies/sad.gif)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2009, 03:16:57 PM
Omid,
You could always install Win 7 RC   that would upgrade you to the top of the class.  :)
I would upgrade to Win 7 when final version come, not beta/RC (http://forum.qip.ru/images/smilies/smile.gif)
The RC is extremely stable. I'm currently running it on 1 desktop and 1 laptop. I have not encoutered any problems and, it's free for the next year. :)

(http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/wp-content/uploads/the-one1.jpg)
Here's an interesting WINDOWS 7 TWEAK GUIDE (http://techtalk.pcpitstop.com/2009/05/26/windows-7-tweak-guide/).
I don't agree with their recommendation to turn off UAC and System Restore in order to gain max system response but, that's a users choice.
I would rather have a system that's a little slower but a lot safer. IMHO :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2009, 03:23:27 PM
Here are 15 more secrets, hidden tech and unadvertised features for Windows 7 (http://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/15-things-you-need-to-know-about-windows-7-597294)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on May 29, 2009, 03:32:47 PM
<snip>
The RC is extremely stable. I'm currently running it on 1 desktop and 1 laptop. I have not encoutered any problems and, it's free for the next year. :)
<snip>
I don't agree with their recommendation to turn off UAC and System Restore in order to gain max system response but, that's a users choice.

Well free until March 2010, then it reboots every two hours and then in June 2010 it ends.

Release Candidate versions are effectively feature locked and very close to what will be the Gold version with only minor bug updates, so as Bob mentions it should be relatively stable.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on May 29, 2009, 03:56:51 PM
did you have windows vista before windows 7? if so witch do you like best?
Sharon sham1313


Here are 15 more secrets, hidden tech and unadvertised features for Windows 7 (http://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/15-things-you-need-to-know-about-windows-7-597294)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2009, 04:02:43 PM
did you have windows vista before windows 7? if so witch do you like best?
Sharon sham1313


Here are 15 more secrets, hidden tech and unadvertised features for Windows 7 (http://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/15-things-you-need-to-know-about-windows-7-597294)
The answer is yes on my laptop and the second answer is Windows 7.
Win. 7 is much faster and more responsive. I feel that it's a great improvement over Vista. IMHO. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on May 29, 2009, 04:58:13 PM
I told my husband I have herd of that windows 7 was better then windows vista. I am keeping all the positive statements I here about this subject.
thanks Sharon :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2009, 02:45:49 AM
Your welcome! :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2009, 03:28:59 PM
Yahoo! 360° Is Closing (http://360.yahoo.com/login.html?.done=http%3A%2F%2F360.yahoo.com%2F&.src=360)

This also explains why for quite some time, I haven't been able to make any new entries at Yahoo 360.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: !Donovan on May 30, 2009, 03:33:28 PM
Good thing I never knew about Yahoo 360! ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on May 31, 2009, 05:15:18 AM
Apple extends MacBook Pro Graphics Warranty (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/05/30/apple_extends_old_macbook_pro_graphics_warranty_to_three_years.html)

Im sure you all remember the trouble all the manufacturers were having with NVIDIA's 8x00 chipsets failing, NVIDIA even admitted to the problems. What I am wondering is if Apple (Or anyone else) replaces the faulty GPU under warranty, whats to say you are not getting another faulty one that will fail outside the warranty period?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on May 31, 2009, 02:33:20 PM
-= Yahoo 360o is closing..

The countdown: http://360.yahoo.com/login.html?.done=http%3A%2F%2F360.yahoo.com%2F&.src=360
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on May 31, 2009, 05:32:51 PM
I don't do Yahoo 360:
 
http://hosts-file.net/default.asp?s=360.yahoo.com <== ATS - Ad/tracking servers

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on May 31, 2009, 07:21:25 PM
-= Yahoo 360o is closing..

The countdown: http://360.yahoo.com/login.html?.done=http%3A%2F%2F360.yahoo.com%2F&.src=360
http://360.yahoo.com/login.html?.done=http%3A%2F%2F360.yahoo.com%2F&.src=360 (http://360.yahoo.com/login.html?.done=http%3A%2F%2F360.yahoo.com%2F&.src=360)

The changeover is pretty easy.  Here's a sample (http://profiles.yahoo.com/blog/FH2VRRUZX7KF6434DGPNJICQVY?eid=5KSEULUxmHxD9e3N0LwwjopIpNmyhoBsZwjNU9wz2TdN6pRejA)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on June 01, 2009, 02:33:43 PM
I don't do Yahoo 360:
 
http://hosts-file.net/default.asp?s=360.yahoo.com <== ATS - Ad/tracking servers


-= Me either, just saw the web article.. :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on June 02, 2009, 10:08:49 AM
-= Bing Search Engine goes public..  ;)

http://www.bing.com/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2009, 03:54:58 PM
Google shows off Wave's potential (http://content.zdnet.com/2346-9595_22-306187.html?tag=nl.e550)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Go Pack Go on June 02, 2009, 10:06:08 PM
Windows 7 Release Date Announced:

October 22, 2009
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on June 03, 2009, 03:32:24 AM
Windows 7 Release Date Announced:

October 22, 2009

wow... that's soon... thought it was going to be in December but five months from now...hmh
had some friends that tried it out and said it outclassed vista. Can't wait to see how well it runs when the final release comes out.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on June 03, 2009, 04:42:28 AM
-= Wonder when will it be available in our country.. ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 03, 2009, 05:01:58 AM
Windows 7 Release Date Announced:

October 22, 2009

So lets get this right, MS is going to be updating 4 OSes at once:
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7


Thats a lot of updates to push out every month.

Just curious, When are they going to end updates for Win2000?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on June 03, 2009, 02:53:38 PM
-= Opera 10 now on Beta.. One more stage before release.. ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Go Pack Go on June 03, 2009, 04:49:35 PM
Just curious, When are they going to end updates for Win2000?

All Windows 2000 support including new security updates and security-related hotfixes will be terminated on July 13, 2010.

via Wikipedia
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 05, 2009, 04:40:13 PM
Patch Tuesday heads-up: Critical Windows, IE fixes coming (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3503&tag=nl.e539)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Alan Baxter on June 05, 2009, 06:45:02 PM
Patch Tuesday heads-up: Critical Windows, IE fixes coming (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3503&tag=nl.e539)

Interesting indeed!  Apparently this Extremely critical 0-day exploit of Microsoft DirectX (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=45887) is not going to be patched next Tuesday.  If you have a vulnerable system, follow the directions I've linked here for applying a workaround immediately.  Windows Vista is not affected.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 05, 2009, 09:30:13 PM
Patch Tuesday heads-up: Critical Windows, IE fixes coming (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3503&tag=nl.e539)

Interesting indeed!  Apparently this Extremely critical 0-day exploit of Microsoft DirectX (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=45887) is not going to be patched next Tuesday.  If you have a vulnerable system, follow the directions I've linked here for applying a workaround immediately.  Windows Vista is not affected.

Vista is their flagship OS now so if its not affected then they might not consider this a very high risk threat. Im sure Win 2k/XP will get the patch next month.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: iddawg717 on June 07, 2009, 08:26:14 AM
When I tried the link I got a "505" error. Oh well.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 07, 2009, 04:41:31 PM
When I tried the link I got a "505" error. Oh well.
You're apparently using an incompatible browser try Firefox or IE.

You'll find an explanation of the 505 error code here:
http://www.checkupdown.com/status/E505.html (http://www.checkupdown.com/status/E505.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 07, 2009, 04:45:23 PM
Top 10 Wallpaper Tools & Tweaks (http://lifehacker.com/5281179/top-10-wallpaper-tools--tweaks)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on June 08, 2009, 02:29:04 AM
***

When I tried the link I got a "505" error. Oh well.

The link works perfectly well with Opera 9.64 as well as with those Bob mentioned above.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on June 08, 2009, 03:41:58 AM
Patch Tuesday heads-up: Critical Windows, IE fixes coming (http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3503&tag=nl.e539)

Interesting indeed!  Apparently this Extremely critical 0-day exploit of Microsoft DirectX (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=45887) is not going to be patched next Tuesday.  If you have a vulnerable system, follow the directions I've linked here for applying a workaround immediately.  Windows Vista is not affected.

I'd be willing to bet there will be an out of cycle update if they get this patch together before next month.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Alan Baxter on June 08, 2009, 03:55:11 AM
I hope so, Marc.  Most people don't know about the exploit or that MS has provided an effective, temporary workaround.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on June 09, 2009, 09:02:15 PM
Hi forum friends,

Everybody knows the IrfanView viewer, some of you may know about XnView. For a good viewer one does not have to pay any longer, Vista has a decent program aboard as a standard viewer, Google offers you Picasa. But please now do have a look at this Finnish viewer: Wildbit Viewer, go here: http://www.wildbit-soft.fi/software.html
It has a viewer, a program to make slide shows, a nice editor (my favorite here is still PhotoFiltre, a beautiful French editor to work my submarine pics, see below) and a special Search program for photographs.
It is a pity that not a lot of users know about this, but that is no longer an excuse for you here, go try it out!

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on June 10, 2009, 11:47:18 AM
On Bob's suggestion a couple of yrs ago i started using FastStone Image Viewer and i have to say i've been using it ever since. Very happy with the program. I used ACDSee, IrfanView, XnView and a couple of others that i don't remember right now. Feel the most comfortable with FastStone. For editting i am still with Photoshop.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 10, 2009, 03:13:53 PM
I have been using IrfanView for absolutely years now, but I'm certainly considering a change, I used to have that as the default for all image types, but the recent change of the Icon makes this look absolutely horrendous in the explorer folders. Twice in as many weeks have I now mentioned aesthetics, wow, a monumental sea change, must be polonus's submarines.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on June 12, 2009, 09:43:41 PM
Microsoft to EU: Antitrust this! Will remove IE from Win 7 in Europe

Microsoft plans to strip Internet Explorer from sales of Windows 7 in Europe. Redmond plans to basically draw an artificial line in the sand and say, “Ooops, no IE in this Windows! But, uh, if OEMs just happen want to install a browser with the operating system, we do have one available.”

http://government.zdnet.com/?p=4926&tag=nl.e620

Nice move Microsoft, That's one way around this Antitrust crap. From what I've read, It will be called Windows 7 E.

Here's a better link, the other one seems to be moving slow.

http://community.winsupersite.com/blogs/paul/archive/2009/06/11/newsflash-europe-to-get-windows-7-e-versions-sans-ie.aspx
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 12, 2009, 11:03:20 PM
The problem is IE will still be present and integrated into the OS, you just won't have the browser element, that is effectively all they will be doing as it would simply be too complex to completely rip out IE from integration into the OS.

So I fear it will still be possible to exploit IE vulnerabilities as they are found, as essentially it will still be integrated into the OS.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 13, 2009, 03:58:25 AM
Quote
The problem is IE will still be present and integrated into the OS,
In Windows 7 if I type a url into the address bar of my computer , it parses that link onto
your default browser NOT IE. That's already a great change from previous versions.
I personally wouldn't want an OS without a browser.
Doesn't the Apple OS also come with a browser ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 13, 2009, 04:14:21 AM
EC to pursue antitrust case despite Microsoft's IE decision (http://www.macworld.com/article/141129/2009/06/microsoft_europe.html)

So they are still going to go after MS.

Doesn't the Apple OS also come with a browser ???

Yes, Safari comes installed just like Firefox does in Ubuntu. And in Both Mac OS X and Ubuntu removing them is very easy if you don't want them, unlike windows where its woven tightly into the OS and near impossible to remove.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: cinchez on June 13, 2009, 04:37:22 AM
EC to pursue antitrust case despite Microsoft's IE decision (http://www.macworld.com/article/141129/2009/06/microsoft_europe.html)
, unlike windows where its woven tightly into the OS and near impossible to remove.

100% correct!
IE was woven tightly in my OS and i cant seem to remove it^^
So i just keep on ignoring IE^^

-AnimeLover^^
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on June 13, 2009, 04:51:24 AM
EC to pursue antitrust case despite Microsoft's IE decision (http://www.macworld.com/article/141129/2009/06/microsoft_europe.html)

So they are still going to go after MS.

The EU must be feeling the pinch in these hard financial times:
EU hits Intel with $1.45 billion antitrust fine  (http://news.cnet.com/8301-1001_3-10239487-92.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: GoldAndPurple on June 15, 2009, 11:34:22 PM
IE8 problems, and why I went back to IE7 ...
* was a major resource hog
* deleted most cookie files every session without any notice or option to control (all ones I store I deliberately want to keep - since they have preferences or login data I want stored)
* deleted all temp internet files automatically every session, with no ability to control (couldn't therefore get .mpg or .flv files of interest from there, or other files from there which are often useful)

In addition, it is clear to me that IE8 is mostly a marketing tool that adds no important new functionality. At installation, it tries to eliminate Google and other installed services and replace them with Microsoft services. It has some useless glitz factors like colored tabs ... like who the fk needs them? ... but, again, nothing particularly useful.

Maybe some of the problems have been fixed with patches? I don't know ... but I don't want to waste more time in attempting to find out.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 16, 2009, 12:15:17 AM
Quote
IE8 problems, and why I went back to IE7 ...
It's your settings:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_IE8CookiesEtc.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/IE8CookiesEtc.png)   (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_IE8WithGoogle.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/IE8WithGoogle.png)

Click Image to enlarge.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on June 16, 2009, 11:06:45 AM
IE8 problems, and why I went back to IE7 ...
Its your settings
Quote
In addition, it is clear to me that IE8 is mostl[quotey a marketing tool that adds no important new functionality. At installation, it tries to eliminate Google and other installed services and replace them with Microsoft services. It has some useless glitz factors like colored tabs ... like who the fk needs them? ... but, again, nothing particularly useful.

Maybe some of the problems have been fixed with patches? I don't know ... but I don't want to waste more time in attempting to find out.

Too bad you are averse to new things as one learns to try to see what advantages the new things have:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/get-the-facts/default.aspx
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/features/safer.aspx
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/features/easier.aspx
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/internet-explorer/features/faster.aspx
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on June 16, 2009, 02:17:36 PM
-= Bing Search Engine goes public..  ;)

http://www.bing.com/
Its ruffeling some feathers:
Does Microsoft's Bing have Google running scared?
http://news.cnet.com/8301-10805_3-10264417-75.html
FEAR GRIPS GOOGLE
http://www.nypost.com/seven/06142009/business/fear_grips_google_174235.htm
Biggest Post Gates Microsoft Product is BING
http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2009/06/biggest-post-gates-microsoft-product-is.html

In IE8 check the InPrivate Filtering Settings when vising Google.
http://www.kodyaz.com/articles/ie8-in-private-filtering-settings.aspx
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on June 17, 2009, 09:18:13 PM
Anyone know of this or have used it ??? ;)
TweakNow PowerPack 2009
TweakNow PowerPack is a fully-integrated suite of utilities that let you fine-tune every aspect of your computer's operating system and Web browser. The RAM Idle program manages the free memory that is available to run Windows programs. It prevents performance from degrading as you swap files and programs in and out of memory. The AutoShutdown program lets you suspend, hibernate, or shut down your computer after a specified period of time. In addition to saving resources, this program keeps your system more secure by making it unavailable to unauthorized people. The CD AutoRun is an extension of Windows' CD and DVD autorun features, giving you additional options for starting programs or listening to music.
http://www.tweaknow.com/powerPack.html and it's FREE!!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on June 17, 2009, 10:58:55 PM
I have. Actually it's a pretty decent tweaking util. I prefer TuneUp Utilities myself but it's not free. Just be carefull with the registry cleaning and don't use the ram idle optimizer (http://windowsitpro.com/article/articleid/41095/the-memory-optimization-hoax.html), apart from that it's all good.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 17, 2009, 11:56:51 PM
Lifehacker Pack 2009: Our List of Essential Free Mac Downloads (http://lifehacker.com/5291841/lifehacker-pack-2009-our-list-of-essential-free-mac-downloads)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Pondus on June 19, 2009, 04:19:27 PM
How good is Microsoft's free antivirus software?

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=1067
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 20, 2009, 04:31:07 PM

File2.ws (http://file2.ws/) is a free website that converts any of your own files into a public online web page.
Every converted file to a web page has a unique web address so you can share it with friends,
or other people on the internet. This allows information to be shared quickly and efficiently
to a large audience.

Here are two example:

http://file2.ws/theavastgang (http://file2.ws/theavastgang)

http://file2.ws/freeware (http://file2.ws/freeware)

As you can see this is one service that can come in very handy.
You'll all probably get sick of all the times I'll be posting links to a
new creation utilizing their service.... :)  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: essexboy on June 21, 2009, 02:02:50 PM
For those with Vista who are annoyed by UAC but do not want to lose the security try this, I have been using it for 24 hours now with no adverse affaects - apart from the reduction of UAC prompts for programmes I use a lot

I have just found this beta programme by Norton to reduce the annoying UAC prompts in Vista.  Now you only need to answer the question once

http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php (http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php)

Edit works now
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on June 21, 2009, 02:14:41 PM
For those with Vista who are annoyed by UAC but do not want to lose the security try this, I have been using it for 24 hours now with no adverse affaects - apart from the reduction of UAC prompts for programmes I use a lot

I have just found this beta programme by Norton to reduce the annoying UAC prompts in Vista.  Now you only need to answer the question once

http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php (http://"http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php")
I would not use anything from Norton and besides your link displays:

Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage

Windows 7 reduces the UAC prompts:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7
http://www.neowin.net/news/main/09/01/07/windows-7-whats-up-with-the-uac
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2335122,00.asp
 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 21, 2009, 02:39:49 PM
The URL is just messed up by speech quotes and an extra http, check this, http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php (http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2009, 04:12:42 PM

Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser (http://unite.opera.com/)

With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically extending what you are able to do online.
Opera Unite harnesses the power of today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future landscape of the Web,
one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is going to change the way we interact on the Web on labs.opera.com (http://labs.opera.com/).

To check out the results of using this new service, take a look at a web server I've set up:
http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/ (http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/)

Here's a picture of what it looks like:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_OperaUniteServer.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/OperaUniteServer.png)
Click image to enlarge
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 21, 2009, 04:34:41 PM

Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser (http://unite.opera.com/)

With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically extending what you are able to do online.
Opera Unite harnesses the power of today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future landscape of the Web,
one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is going to change the way we interact on the Web on labs.opera.com (http://labs.opera.com/).

To check out the results of using this new service, take a look at a web server I've set up:
http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/ (http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/)

Here's a picture of what it looks like:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_OperaUniteServer.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/OperaUniteServer.png)
Click image to enlarge


Ive heard of this, it sounds like a great Idea. But with so many ISPs putting ridiculously low bandwidth caps on users you have to wonder how much bandwidth it will use.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2009, 04:55:16 PM

Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser (http://unite.opera.com/)

With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically extending what you are able to do online.
Opera Unite harnesses the power of today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future landscape of the Web,
one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is going to change the way we interact on the Web on labs.opera.com (http://labs.opera.com/).

To check out the results of using this new service, take a look at a web server I've set up:
http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/ (http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/)

Here's a picture of what it looks like:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_OperaUniteServer.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/OperaUniteServer.png)
Click image to enlarge


Ive heard of this, it sounds like a great Idea. But with so many ISPs putting ridiculously low bandwidth caps on users you have to wonder how much bandwidth it will use.
Since I've run MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/) for years and it's basically the same, I really haven't had any bandwidth issues.
The upload side is always the slowest so it effects those who receive files from me more than it does me.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on June 21, 2009, 07:01:42 PM
For those with Vista who are annoyed by UAC but do not want to lose the security try this, I have been using it for 24 hours now with no adverse affaects - apart from the reduction of UAC prompts for programmes I use a lot

I have just found this beta programme by Norton to reduce the annoying UAC prompts in Vista.  Now you only need to answer the question once

http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php (http://"http://www.nortonlabs.com/inthelab/uac_faq.php")
I would not use anything from Norton and besides your link displays:

Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage

Windows 7 reduces the UAC prompts:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7
http://www.neowin.net/news/main/09/01/07/windows-7-whats-up-with-the-uac
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2335122,00.asp
 


Why spread FUD when you haven't even tried the software ? This software is written for VISTA only and it's certainly easier to just download this little util and use it than to go downloading Win 7 and having to reinstall your whole system. Besides Win 7 is still not "gold" and alot of people like myself won't go about installing it on their systems until the rtm versions go on sale. I need a 100 percent working system, don't have a need to play with beta OSes. Maybe in a virtual enviroment but certainly not on a production system.

I've been using NUAC ever since it first came out, on both x32 and x64 systems and it works like a charm. Have not had a single issue with it so far and i know of alot of other people that use this and are very satisfied. I don't like Symantec aswell, but with this little util they did a good job.

http://lifehacker.com/5062612/norton-user-account-control-makes-uac-less-annoying
http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=2706
http://icrontic.com/downloads/download-of-the-day-norton-uac-tool
http://www.thewindowsfix.com/windows-vista-free-uac-replacment-tool-from-norton/

http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=41020.0
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=39309.msg330063#msg330063
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=40981.msg343617#msg343617

http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/OS-Enhancements/Norton-UAC-Tool.shtml
http://fileforum.betanews.com/detail/Norton-UAC-Tool/1223573264/1?all_reviews
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on June 21, 2009, 08:19:23 PM
Quote
Since I've run MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/) for years and it's basically the same, I really haven't had any bandwidth issues.
The upload side is always the slowest so it effects those who receive files from me more than it does me.

You are very lucky Bob to have Comcast as your ISP. Correct me if Im wrong but Comcast has a 250GB cap each month while others have caps as low as 5GB(Frontier DSL). My ISP is Charter and they have a 100GB cap, But I have gotten called for using as little as 25GB before.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 22, 2009, 12:08:55 AM
Mac,
You're probably right. I don't know if that's a download cap or a combined cap. Most of mine is
actually upload activity.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on June 22, 2009, 02:58:00 AM
Mac,
You're probably right. I don't know if that's a download cap or a combined cap. Most of mine is
actually upload activity.  :)

Oddly enough, if you go to Europe and you tell them about Upload/Download Caps they look at you in sort of disbelieve.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on June 22, 2009, 03:30:36 AM
Oddly enough, if you go to Europe and you tell them about Upload/Download Caps they look at you in sort of disbelieve.

Totally wrong there as most ISP have a download cap and most of those are pathetic the average being around 10GB, many are obviously less than the average and those with higher are invariably more expensive.

Many advertise as unlimited, then they have a fair use clause for those that they say are abusing (the unlimited) bandwidth and then they lower your download speed, traffic shaping they call it. This traffic shaping also happens when there are higher numbers on-line even if you aren't breaking any limit.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 22, 2009, 03:50:17 AM

Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser (http://unite.opera.com/)

With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically extending what you are able to do online.
Opera Unite harnesses the power of today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future landscape of the Web,
one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is going to change the way we interact on the Web on labs.opera.com (http://labs.opera.com/).

To check out the results of using this new service, take a look at a web server I've set up:
http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/ (http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/)

Here's a picture of what it looks like:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_OperaUniteServer.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/OperaUniteServer.png)
Click image to enlarge

We seem to have gotten off on an ISP restriction discussion.

Has any one else tried the server side of the latest Opera version ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on June 22, 2009, 06:48:13 AM
Oddly enough, if you go to Europe and you tell them about Upload/Download Caps they look at you in sort of disbelieve.

Totally wrong there as most ISP have a download cap and most of those are pathetic the average being around 10GB, many are obviously less than the average and those with higher are invariably more expensive.

Many advertise as unlimited, then they have a fair use clause for those that they say are abusing (the unlimited) bandwidth and then they lower your download speed, traffic shaping they call it. This traffic shaping also happens when there are higher numbers on-line even if you aren't breaking any limit.

Hmh, I might have been more specific. I was basing my statement on feedback from friends and relatives from Romania. This is where i generalized which was not good on my part. However to be honest I never inquired about the fair use clause. This might be present and most of them might no be aware. Regardless I appreciate your (DavidR) reply. I have a tendency to let my mouth talk before i think (well fingers type before...How would you refer to that expression in this case?).

@ bob3160
Sorry for the diversion. I find the idea more than interesting. It allows IMHO the average user to set up a web page with no middle man. At least I hope i got the idea right. From my perspective this is unatainable since I have a 1GB upload+download limit  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on June 22, 2009, 10:24:58 AM
It's different from country to country here in EU, probably the UK ISP's are the worst when it comes to caps ... Over here in my country there are no caps, download and upload as much as you like. I remember when i first got broadband, i was downloading stuff like crazy for a few months, download was always at max speed, modem was hot as hell lol.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on June 22, 2009, 03:09:53 PM
i use opera browser so will  unite opera fix simple problems i am having with opera browser?
thanks Sharon



Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser (http://unite.opera.com/)

With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically extending what you are able to do online.
Opera Unite harnesses the power of today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future landscape of the Web,
one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is going to change the way we interact on the Web on labs.opera.com (http://labs.opera.com/).

To check out the results of using this new service, take a look at a web server I've set up:
http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/ (http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/)

Here's a picture of what it looks like:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_OperaUniteServer.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/OperaUniteServer.png)
Click image to enlarge

We seem to have gotten off on an ISP restriction discussion.

Has any one else tried the server side of the latest Opera version ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Husk on June 22, 2009, 03:12:16 PM
Why can't we get free High speed internet  ;D

But why, Just say you have a 20MB connection, you download around 1000KBs and not 20,000KBs?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on June 22, 2009, 03:19:29 PM


maybe i am understanding this wrong. i am not sure if opera unit is a browser it self or is it to work with your browser?


Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser (http://unite.opera.com/)

With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically extending what you are able to do online.
Opera Unite harnesses the power of today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future landscape of the Web,
one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is going to change the way we interact on the Web on labs.opera.com (http://labs.opera.com/).

To check out the results of using this new service, take a look at a web server I've set up:
http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/ (http://mysharedfiles.bob3160.operaunite.com/Windows7/content/)

Here's a picture of what it looks like:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/th_OperaUniteServer.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/OperaUniteServer.png)
Click image to enlarge

We seem to have gotten off on an ISP restriction discussion.

Has any one else tried the server side of the latest Opera version ?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: sham1313 on June 22, 2009, 04:30:54 PM
thank you. i will do some more reading on it. should some one like me wait till it has been out for a while or would it be helpful to me now?
thanks Sharon
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 25, 2009, 03:43:30 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/untiny.png)
The main reason of Untiny (http://untiny.me/) is that some of the tiny services are blocked in some countries
although the original long URL is not blocked. Untiny (http://untiny.me/) retrieves the original URL so you can access it -
if it is not blocked too. Untiny (http://untiny.me/) is NOT a proxy breaker!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on June 25, 2009, 03:53:54 PM
-= A skyhigh price for Nokia N97.. (http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/nokia-n97-black-unlocked/4505-6452_7-33659837.html)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 25, 2009, 05:54:23 PM
-= A skyhigh price for Nokia N97.. (http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/nokia-n97-black-unlocked/4505-6452_7-33659837.html)


Looks like a phone to me which is neither a system nor software ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on June 29, 2009, 04:31:04 PM
Five Free System Restore Tools (http://lifehacker.com/5303067/five-best-free-system-restore-tools)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on July 01, 2009, 05:34:18 AM
***

Nice link, Bob, and thanks for posting it.   :)


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on July 03, 2009, 05:21:44 PM
-= Very icky thing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELoqZiamr4E
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 03, 2009, 08:06:58 PM
-= Very icky thing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELoqZiamr4E
I don't understand what this has to do with the subject of this thread ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: Mac :. on July 04, 2009, 06:05:19 AM
F-Secure Security Wrapup for 1H 2009:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yBcI8ijybs
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 05, 2009, 10:20:19 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/th_Ghost.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/Ghost.png)
Click to enlarge

Create and use your own free "Virtual Computer (http://g.ho.st/?action=invitation&referral=bob3160&email=bob3160@gmail.com&signature=a73417a564c6b7250526)"

To signup and get your own, please click here (http://g.ho.st/?action=invitation&referral=bob3160&email=bob3160@gmail.com&signature=a73417a564c6b7250526)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 06, 2009, 01:57:18 AM
Here's a screen capture of the desktop on the "Virtual PC"  with access to the avast! General forum:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/th_avastForumInGhost.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/avastForumInGhost.png)
Click to enlarge

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on July 06, 2009, 01:25:35 PM
Hi Bob,

I signed up and am on it through Prism, which is very a very convenient way, icon with a big G. It also shows that virtual computing with Linux is a nice experience even from a Windows box. Also good to have your anti-malware tools uploaded there for "in the cloud" scanning, well that is nonresident and on-demand tools,

Damian
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on July 06, 2009, 02:09:21 PM
Thanks for the link Bob3160,

It is pretty good, although on my strangled system, it struggles a bit ;)

Man I need a new computer...oh well...soon

-Scott-
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 08, 2009, 04:19:19 PM
Google to launch Chrome OS (http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/introducing-google-chrome-os.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 08, 2009, 04:53:07 PM
Google to launch Chrome OS (http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/introducing-google-chrome-os.html)
The panaceia...
Quote
completely redesigning the underlying security architecture of the OS so that users don't have to deal with viruses, malware and security updates. It should just work.
They're promising it to the end of this year... I can't believe it takes that quick to get a full OS working... Although, it will use a Linux kernel. Let's see what they get with GUI, graphics, drivers for accessories, etc.

Another see to believe sentence...
Quote
We hear a lot from our users and their message is clear — computers need to get better. People want to get to their email instantly, without wasting time waiting for their computers to boot and browsers to start up. They want their computers to always run as fast as when they first bought them. They want their data to be accessible to them wherever they are and not have to worry about losing their computer or forgetting to back up files. Even more importantly, they don't want to spend hours configuring their computers to work with every new piece of hardware, or have to worry about constant software updates. And any time our users have a better computing experience, Google benefits as well by having happier users who are more likely to spend time on the Internet.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: pete319 on July 09, 2009, 12:30:37 PM
Some more reading if you are interested

http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2009/jul/08/google-chrome-microsoft-windows-os (http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2009/jul/08/google-chrome-microsoft-windows-os)

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17939_109-10281744-2.html (http://news.cnet.com/8301-17939_109-10281744-2.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on July 09, 2009, 02:52:54 PM
Google to launch Chrome OS (http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/introducing-google-chrome-os.html)

Best wishes to them. 

Seems like Google need God on their side:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_and_Goliath

A bit of humor like Stephen Leacock to see the future:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Leacock

Lots of money:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xl6NfQyNLto
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: cinchez on July 09, 2009, 03:57:57 PM
@Bob^^

OMG the Ghost VC is awesome!!!

Im addicted to it!^^

Thanks^^

-AnimeLover^^
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 09, 2009, 05:33:41 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/th_Ghost.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/Ghost.png)
Click to enlarge

Create and use your own free "Virtual Computer (http://g.ho.st/?action=invitation&referral=bob3160&email=bob3160@gmail.com&signature=a73417a564c6b7250526)"

To signup and get your own, please click here (http://g.ho.st/?action=invitation&referral=bob3160&email=bob3160@gmail.com&signature=a73417a564c6b7250526)
Here's a screen capture of the desktop on the "Virtual PC"  with access to the avast! General forum:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/th_avastForumInGhost.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/avastForumInGhost.png)
Click to enlarge


@Bob^^

OMG the Ghost VC is awesome!!!

Im addicted to it!^^

Thanks^^

-AnimeLover^^

I fully agree with you. :)
For me, it's a new toy I haven't been able to put down and something that I have to keep playing with.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 16, 2009, 05:25:58 PM
Microsoft Gazelle Web Browser: Microsoft’s Answer to Google Chrome OS?

We all know Google team is working on its new OS "Google Chrome OS" which will be open source and targeted at Netbooks. It would be available in second half of 2010. Now it seems Microsoft is coming with a similar thing which is called "Gazelle" currently.

http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-gazelle-web-browser-microsofts-answer-to-google-chrome-os/

Seems that the browser will become the future OS...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 16, 2009, 05:29:18 PM
LiveAndroid: LiveCD and LiveUSB for Google Android OS on PC

"LiveAndroid" is a LiveCD and LiveUSB for Google Android OS running on x86 platforms. If you want to give Google Android a try, but don't feel like buying a T-Mobile G1, LiveAndroid lets you download a LiveCD disc image of the Google Android operating system.

http://www.askvg.com/liveandroid-livecd-and-liveusb-for-google-android-os-on-pc/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on July 18, 2009, 03:52:19 PM
Some screenshots of upcoming antiviruses:

Norton Antivirus 2010 Beta (http://download.cnet.com/2300-2023_4-10001224.html)

BitDefender 2010 (http://download.lacaterinca.com/bitdefender-2010-beta-to-be-released-soon-screenshots-and-info/)

Kaspersky 2010 (http://www.raymond.cc/blog/archives/2009/06/25/official-kaspersky-2010-v9-0-0-459-is-out-25-license-keys-giveaway/)

G Data 2010* (http://www.softpedia.com/progScreenshots/G-DATA-TotalCare-Screenshot-111507.html)

*G Data is a little too ahead of time that 2010 version is released in 2009.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 18, 2009, 05:49:32 PM
Some screenshots of upcoming antiviruses:
Norton Antivirus 2010 Beta (http://download.cnet.com/2300-2023_4-10001224.html)
BitDefender 2010 (http://download.lacaterinca.com/bitdefender-2010-beta-to-be-released-soon-screenshots-and-info/)
Kaspersky 2010 (http://www.raymond.cc/blog/archives/2009/06/25/official-kaspersky-2010-v9-0-0-459-is-out-25-license-keys-giveaway/)
G Data 2010* (http://www.softpedia.com/progScreenshots/G-DATA-TotalCare-Screenshot-111507.html)
*G Data is a little too ahead of time that 2010 version is released in 2009.
Very good information. Maybe we can start comparing them with avast 5 screenshots in the Evangelists' forum.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on July 18, 2009, 05:55:51 PM
Some screenshots of upcoming antiviruses:
Norton Antivirus 2010 Beta (http://download.cnet.com/2300-2023_4-10001224.html)
BitDefender 2010 (http://download.lacaterinca.com/bitdefender-2010-beta-to-be-released-soon-screenshots-and-info/)
Kaspersky 2010 (http://www.raymond.cc/blog/archives/2009/06/25/official-kaspersky-2010-v9-0-0-459-is-out-25-license-keys-giveaway/)
G Data 2010* (http://www.softpedia.com/progScreenshots/G-DATA-TotalCare-Screenshot-111507.html)
*G Data is a little too ahead of time that 2010 version is released in 2009.
Very good information. Maybe we can start comparing them with avast 5 screenshots in the Evangelists' forum.

That would be interesting... but would you start a new fred or merge it with the existing thread concerning Avast screen shots?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on July 18, 2009, 06:24:06 PM
 Some others I found a while ago:

 Trend Micro 2010 (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=245072)

 Panda Antivirus 2010 (http://www.softpedia.com/progScreenshots/Panda-Antivirus-Titanium-Screenshot-3072.html)

 Microsoft Security Essentials "Morro" (http://www.askvg.com/microsofts-new-free-anti-virus-morro-revealed-screenshots-inside/)

 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 18, 2009, 07:23:41 PM
Some others I found a while ago:


 Microsoft Security Essentials "Morro" (http://www.askvg.com/microsofts-new-free-anti-virus-morro-revealed-screenshots-inside/)

 
These are OLD, here is a a brand new Slideshow of Screenshots I just took from the actual application Microsoft Security Essentials:
(http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Microsoft%20Security%20Essentials/th_MSE01.png) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Microsoft%20Security%20Essentials/?action=view&current=a20de11c.pbw)
Click the Image to view the slideshow.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 18, 2009, 11:48:15 PM
That would be interesting... but would you start a new fred or merge it with the existing thread concerning Avast screen shots?
Why not merge? I thought on a post-only, not for discussion, but we can see it now by other angle and discuss there.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on July 21, 2009, 01:11:55 AM
Hi malware fighters,

A new suite of sysinternal's tools: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb842062.aspx
A new one is ProcDump where you can anylize apps that crashed,

Enjoy,

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on July 21, 2009, 10:59:59 AM
Hi malware fighters,

A new suite of sysinternal's tools: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb842062.aspx
A new one is ProcDump where you can anylize apps that crashed

I like AutoRuns and Process Explorer but ProcDump is way too technical for me plus I don't have apps that crash that I keep.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 21, 2009, 04:05:41 PM
I like AutoRuns and Process Explorer but ProcDump is way too technical for me plus I don't have apps that crash that I keep.

Snap, I took one look at the ProcDump page and the words Command Line turned right off, I had enough of DOS and UNIX command line stuff many, many years ago to last me a lifetime. Now I like the easy life and GUI rules ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on July 21, 2009, 06:49:08 PM
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/07/21/avast-5-coming-in-october-beta-testing-in-two-weeks/
just saw this on their website :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 21, 2009, 07:12:15 PM
I tend to take the information direct from Alwil, but this one links to the avast blog where the avast 5 is coming is one of the blog entries. http://blog.avast.com/2009/07/20/avast-5-is-coming-soon/ (http://blog.avast.com/2009/07/20/avast-5-is-coming-soon/).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: drhayden1 on July 21, 2009, 08:47:57 PM
does anyone have the pricing on the intenet suite as of yet??
which i am sure to get :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on July 21, 2009, 09:06:43 PM
Very short answer No.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on July 21, 2009, 10:08:48 PM
does anyone have the pricing on the intenet suite as of yet??
which i am sure to get :)
On Wilders forum, Vlk posted:
Quote from: vlk
Yes. But the upgrade price (Pro->Suite) will probably just be a difference between the prices of the two products (I suppose 10 bucks or so...).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on July 24, 2009, 07:50:13 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/th_Ghost.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/Ghost.png)
Click to enlarge

Create and use your own free "Virtual Computer (http://g.ho.st/?action=invitation&referral=bob3160&email=bob3160@gmail.com&signature=a73417a564c6b7250526)"

To signup and get your own, please click here (http://g.ho.st/?action=invitation&referral=bob3160&email=bob3160@gmail.com&signature=a73417a564c6b7250526)
Here's a screen capture of the desktop on the "Virtual PC"  with access to the avast! General forum:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/th_avastForumInGhost.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/avastForumInGhost.png)
Click to enlarge



Recently this post was featured in the  PC Pitstop newsletter and referrals have gotten crazy.
Just take a look:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Ghost/GhostSignup.png)

Pretty soon I'll have enough storage space there  to cancel it everywhere else. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2009, 01:20:36 AM
Microsoft delivers near-final test build of Windows 7 XP Mode (http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/download.aspx)
I'm in the process of installing it now. ( large install )
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2009, 04:28:05 PM
Is Your Computer Ready For Windows 7? (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=1b544e90-7659-4bd9-9e51-2497c146af15)

If your thinking of upgrading, it's never to early to make sure your current system is ready. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on August 06, 2009, 05:02:49 PM
Thank you Bob.  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2009, 06:20:50 PM
Is Your Computer Ready For Windows 7? (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=1b544e90-7659-4bd9-9e51-2497c146af15)

If your thinking of upgrading, it's never to early to make sure your current system is ready. :)
Thank you Bob.  :)
Your welcome. Hope your computer got a green light. ( I tested it on a system already running Windows 7 RC :) )
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on August 06, 2009, 06:24:34 PM
Yes Bob i did get a green light.

i also tested on win 7.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Pondus on August 07, 2009, 11:53:58 PM
Toolbox on USB

LiberKey    http://www.liberkey.com/en/ 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on August 08, 2009, 12:00:34 AM
Toolbox on USB

LiberKey    http://www.liberkey.com/en/ 

I prefer PortableApps (http://www.portableapps.com)

Also LiberKey have a few legal issues...(modified distribution,GPL violations etc.)
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/columns/murphys_law_liberkey_gpl_violation_or_sour_grapes?page=0%2C0
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 08, 2009, 03:24:23 AM
Toolbox on USB

LiberKey    http://www.liberkey.com/en/ 

I prefer PortableApps (http://www.portableapps.com)

Also LiberKey have a few legal issues...(modified distribution,GPL violations etc.)
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/columns/murphys_law_liberkey_gpl_violation_or_sour_grapes?page=0%2C0
I keep my portable apps here:
http://winpatrol.stores.yahoo.net/winpatrol-usb-flash-wristband.html <== including WinPatrolToGo   
http://www.winpatrol.com/download.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 19, 2009, 02:00:35 PM
Windows 7 Release Candidate
If you don't already have your copy, here's your last chance:

IMPORTANT: RC downloads end August 20, 2009
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 19, 2009, 03:48:43 PM
Windows 7 Release Candidate
If you don't already have your copy, here's your last chance:

IMPORTANT: RC downloads end August 20, 2009
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx)
Its dribbling down right now.
I had to disable my HOSTS file though.
I got ISOBuster but it comes with Ask junk pre-selected  ::)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 19, 2009, 07:01:01 PM
I have the picture of the 1500 piece puzzle in front of me and now with the 1500 pieces spread before me I can't even find the edge pieces.

It still looks like Evaluation copy. Build 7100 from the file name.

October is cooler and Octoberfest time so I think I'll wait to look for a die Festhalle, das Bierzelt, der Bierkrug, die Blaskapelle, der Familiennachmittag, mit die Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut.  

Homer Evolution
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faRlFsYmkeY
Duff Beer Song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcHP1tWWEvI
http://www.oktoberfest.ca

Can you tell I am Steven Burn fan?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 19, 2009, 09:19:31 PM
Windows 7 Release Candidate
If you don't already have your copy, here's your last chance:

IMPORTANT: RC downloads end August 20, 2009
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx)
What a waste of time!

Its still Evaluation copy. Build 7100

I guess one needs to splurge on a Technet subscription for about $400/year to get access to RCs. 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 20, 2009, 12:03:20 AM
Windows 7 Release Candidate
If you don't already have your copy, here's your last chance:

IMPORTANT: RC downloads end August 20, 2009
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/dd353205.aspx)
What a waste of time!

Its still Evaluation copy. Build 7100

I guess one needs to splurge on a Technet subscription for about $400/year to get access to RCs. 


Build7100 is the RC version.   7600 is the RTM version which has been release to PC manufacturers. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on August 20, 2009, 01:44:42 AM
Really stupid question, but how do you go from RC to final version. By this I mean how do you transition from this pre-official release version to the final version that will be shipped sometime in December.

Will you pay for serial key and input that into the RC or how?  ???

Sorry to bug you with this but I'm just curious.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on August 20, 2009, 10:56:35 AM
You can put in the rtm dvd and do an upgrade of the os. During the install it will ask you for your serial ...

http://lifehacker.com/5332036/upgrade-windows-7-rc-to-the-final-rtm-release
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on August 20, 2009, 01:32:52 PM
Thanks darth_mikey,

 I'm looking to switching to W7 Professional But will wait till the official release is out.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on August 20, 2009, 02:07:46 PM
I just had a thought, i've used this method to install build 7600(don't ask me where i got the key) over 7264(and a few earlier builds before that) but all of these were the Ultimate version. I think this upgrade method doesn't work if you want to install the Home version over the RC(RC is Ultimate), really not sure about the Professional version ... So if you get Win 7 Home i think you'll have to do a complete reinstall. I'm gonna do a reinstall anyways after i get my hands on a legal copy of Win 7 rtm, cause i really want to do it "clean" not to mention i'm a "pirate" right now and don't feel comfortable with that. Back when i first installed the RC i just did an upgrade from Vista to Win 7 RC and then a few more upgrades as more RC builds were available. Not saying that there's something broken over here but i really think a complete reinstall is the best option to avoid any potential issues that may arise with all this upgrading i did.

Cheers !
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 21, 2009, 12:51:12 AM
I just had a thought, i've used this method to install build 7600(don't ask me where i got the key) over 7264(and a few earlier builds before that) but all of these were the Ultimate version. I think this upgrade method doesn't work if you want to install the Home version over the RC(RC is Ultimate), really not sure about the Professional version ... So if you get Win 7 Home i think you'll have to do a complete reinstall. I'm gonna do a reinstall anyways after i get my hands on a legal copy of Win 7 rtm, cause i really want to do it "clean" not to mention i'm a "pirate" right now and don't feel comfortable with that. Back when i first installed the RC i just did an upgrade from Vista to Win 7 RC and then a few more upgrades as more RC builds were available. Not saying that there's something broken over here but i really think a complete reinstall is the best option to avoid any potential issues that may arise with all this upgrading i did.

Cheers !
You are correct Mikey. Only works on the Ultimate version.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 24, 2009, 10:21:37 PM
10 Windows XP services you should never disable. (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=23089)
Agree or disagree ??? If you disagree, why ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on August 24, 2009, 10:24:01 PM
10 Windows XP services you should never disable. (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=23096&tag=nl.e539)
Agree or disagree ??? If you disagree, why ???

Bob, I think you have the wrong link there, leads to the google voice scandal from the other thread ???

edit: I'm guessing it is this one: http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=23089

I wouldn't mess with any of them, they sound fairly important...(as far as my knowledge goes anyway ;))
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on August 24, 2009, 11:16:08 PM
The DNS Client isn't essential, depending on your use, mine is set to Manual (I don't disable if any doubt then anything that requires it can start it) and it has never started.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 24, 2009, 11:51:21 PM
Quote
Bob, I think you have the wrong link there
Thanks, I've made the correction.  :-[
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on August 25, 2009, 12:09:36 AM
Quote
Bob, I think you have the wrong link there
Thanks, I've made the correction.  :-[

No Problem Bob :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 25, 2009, 12:17:40 AM
1: DNS Client Disagree.  It is only needed if the system is part of a corporate network using Active Directory domain controllers:
http://www.theeldergeek.com/dns_client.htm

If you are using a large HOSTS file such as hpHosts then it will really slow down the browser.

I agree the rest especially with:
10: Automatic Updates

There are so many people that disable this because they do not trust Microsoft.
I have not had a problem having Automatic Updates active.

At least they should have Notify me about updates but do not download them nor install them
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 25, 2009, 12:31:12 AM
Quote
If you are using a large HOSTS file such as hpHosts then it will really slow down the browser.
I use the default Host file so for me there isn't anything to to slow me down.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on August 25, 2009, 12:38:36 AM
Quote
If you are using a large HOSTS file such as hpHosts then it will really slow down the browser.
I use the default Host file so for me there isn't anything to to slow me down.

You must love all those adverts and tracking cookies ;D

Blocking Unwanted Parasites with a Hosts File
Quote
You can use a HOSTS file to block ads, banners, 3rd party Cookies, 3rd party page counters, web bugs, and even most hijackers. This is accomplished by blocking the connection(s) that supplies these little gems.
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/hosts.htm

There's no place like 127.0.0.1
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on August 25, 2009, 01:27:14 AM
Quote
You must love all those adverts and tracking cookies
The cookies get deleted daily as a routine and I don't get any "adverts"  ;D
(When there's nothing to hide, tracking cookies are meaningless.)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on August 26, 2009, 05:13:32 PM
Microsoft Released Updates for Windows XP, Server 2003 and Vista to Restrict AutoRun Entries in AutoPlay Dialog to Only CD and DVD Drives Just Like Windows 7

http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-released-updates-for-windows-xp-server-2003-and-vista-to-restrict-autorun-entries-in-autoplay-dialog-to-only-cd-and-dvd-drives-just-like-windows-7/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 04, 2009, 12:00:59 AM
Happy Birthday Google Chrome (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgrcK9Ozb_Q&feature=player_embedded)

One year ago, Google Chrome came out of nowhere to re-ignite the browser debate.
Today, it's reached (development) version 4.0, and it's anchoring a much-anticipated operating system.
Here's a look back at where Chrome's been in 12 short months. (http://lifehacker.com/5351067/happy-birthday-a-look-back-at-one-year-of-google-chrome)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 07, 2009, 02:31:54 PM
Five Reasons to Download the Windows 7 Trial Right Now (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/171298/five_reasons_to_download_the_windows_7_trial_right_now.html?tk=rel_news)

Download Page (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/cc442495.aspx?ITPID=sprblog)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on September 07, 2009, 07:25:12 PM
Five Reasons to Download the Windows 7 Trial Right Now (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/171298/five_reasons_to_download_the_windows_7_trial_right_now.html?tk=rel_news)

Download Page (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/cc442495.aspx?ITPID=sprblog)


Why would I want Windows 7 Enterprise when all I need is Windows 7 Home Premium?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_7_editions
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 07, 2009, 07:32:15 PM
Five Reasons to Download the Windows 7 Trial Right Now (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/171298/five_reasons_to_download_the_windows_7_trial_right_now.html?tk=rel_news)

Download Page (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/cc442495.aspx?ITPID=sprblog)


Why would I want Windows 7 Enterprise when all I need is Windows 7 Home Premium?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_7_editions
And you would download a 90 day trial from where???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on September 07, 2009, 07:44:40 PM
Five Reasons to Download the Windows 7 Trial Right Now (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/171298/five_reasons_to_download_the_windows_7_trial_right_now.html?tk=rel_news)

Download Page (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/cc442495.aspx?ITPID=sprblog)


Why would I want Windows 7 Enterprise when all I need is Windows 7 Home Premium?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_7_editions
And you would download a 90 day trial from where???
You gave me the download page:
Windows 7 Enterprise 90-day Trial
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/cc442495.aspx?ITPID=sprblog
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 07, 2009, 08:11:14 PM
I did for the enterprise edition.
Your comment was for the home edition.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 08, 2009, 06:47:28 PM
Outlook 2010 technical preview (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=23876&tag=nl.e539)

I've been beta testing this latest version for  a while and have to agree with the reviewers assessment.
I also think this is a winner and a great program to add to a nice new  Windows 7. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 11, 2009, 02:08:59 PM
How to Access Gmail When It’s Down (http://lifehacker.com/5354314/how-to-access-gmail-when-its-down)
After the recent outage this is an excellent article for all those that use Gmail. ( me included )  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on September 11, 2009, 04:09:25 PM
How to Access Gmail When It’s Down (http://lifehacker.com/5354314/how-to-access-gmail-when-its-down)
After the recent outage this is an excellent article for all those that use Gmail. ( me included )  :)

I have never had that porblem...lucky I guess...oh wait, I use thunderbird :P
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Alan Baxter on September 11, 2009, 04:50:53 PM
Good information about gmail access!  Thank you for sharing it, Bob.  Nice to know the recent outage didn't affect pop3 access.  I guess that's why I never noticed it either.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on September 12, 2009, 07:24:33 AM
First Windows 7 Commercial.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssOq02DTTMU
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on September 12, 2009, 07:59:09 AM
First Windows 7 Commercial.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssOq02DTTMU
She is so cute. 

I like those commercials better than I'm a Mac
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNnX6XRQBec
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 12, 2009, 03:55:56 PM
Excellent commercial.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 12, 2009, 06:54:12 PM
You'll really love these Bob :

vodafone ads in India (happy to help ads): http://www.vodafone.in/existingusers/pages/vodafonetvc.aspx?yr=All&cmp=11
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 12, 2009, 11:17:53 PM
Thanks nmb.

Here is something I just came across that may interest many of us:
Enable Vista/7 to use more than 4GB of memory without hacks (http://www.geoffchappell.com/viewer.htm?doc=notes/windows/license/memory.htm)

Any comments ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on September 12, 2009, 11:33:32 PM
Thanks nmb.

Here is something I just came across that may interest many of us:
Enable Vista/7 to use more than 4GB of memory without hacks (http://www.geoffchappell.com/viewer.htm?doc=notes/windows/license/memory.htm)

Any comments ???
I had 4Gb... some say Vista 32 bits can't handle more than 3 + video RAM.
I need time to read. But it will be good if any advanced user could comment.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hard_ROCKER on September 12, 2009, 11:49:48 PM
What's not to understand here ?  ;D

From that article:
Quote
Both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows can use all of physical memory, including above 4GB, but 32-bit Windows can give no more than 3GB to each application

That is the thing you need to know Tech, a single app CAN NOT use more than 3gb ram on a 32bit windows system. That is the whole catch.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on September 12, 2009, 11:56:32 PM
I was always under the inpression that the RAM limit was a mathematically accepted value, as opposed to the idea that it is a 'defined' limitaion as such. You learn something every day...

Very interesting read Bob, thanks :)

-Scott-
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on September 14, 2009, 12:56:34 AM
That is the thing you need to know Tech, a single app CAN NOT use more than 3gb ram on a 32bit windows system. That is the whole catch.
Wow... I've learned that... I've though I was not using all the available RAM...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 21, 2009, 03:50:06 PM
Microsoft Security Essentials release "in the coming weeks"

quote :

The final version of Microsoft Security Essentials will be released to the public in the coming weeks. If you are running the older version of the beta (1.0.1407.0), we encourage you to upgrade to a newer version of the beta (1.0.1500.0).

arstechnica (http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/09/microsoft-security-essentials-release-in-the-coming-weeks.ars)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on September 21, 2009, 03:54:47 PM
Microsoft Security Essentials release "in the coming weeks"

quote :

The final version of Microsoft Security Essentials will be released to the public in the coming weeks. If you are running the older version of the beta (1.0.1407.0), we encourage you to upgrade to a newer version of the beta (1.0.1500.0).

arstechnica (http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/09/microsoft-security-essentials-release-in-the-coming-weeks.ars)
I'm already running it.

Microsoft Security Essentials Version:  1.0.1500.0
Antimalware Client Version: 2.0.6212.0
Engine Version: 1.1.5005.0
Antivirus definitions: 1.65.957.0
Antispyware definitions: 1.65.957.0
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on September 21, 2009, 04:58:06 PM
Microsoft Security Essentials release "in the coming weeks"

quote :

The final version of Microsoft Security Essentials will be released to the public in the coming weeks. If you are running the older version of the beta (1.0.1407.0), we encourage you to upgrade to a newer version of the beta (1.0.1500.0).

arstechnica (http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/09/microsoft-security-essentials-release-in-the-coming-weeks.ars)


Yep, I just got that E-Mail this morning.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 23, 2009, 09:52:50 PM
Thank you Alwil for one fabulous week in your beautiful city:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Prague.png) (http://picasaweb.google.com/bob3160/VacationInPrague?feat=directlink)
Click on Picture to view Album
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 24, 2009, 12:38:35 PM
great pics bob  :)

alwil??
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on September 24, 2009, 02:17:48 PM
Lovely slideshow Bob. Picasa 3 ran the presentation for me.

http://picasa.google.com/  (http://picasa.google.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on September 24, 2009, 02:25:15 PM
alwil??
???
The manufacturer of avast... Alwil Software.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 24, 2009, 03:10:14 PM
The manufacturer of avast... Alwil Software.

Tech, do you think I don't know that?   ;D

i wanted to know about this:

Quote
Thank you Alwil for one fabulous week
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on September 24, 2009, 03:15:31 PM
Tech, do you think I don't know that?   ;D
Sorry, I was surprised too.

Thank you Alwil for one fabulous week
The resellers week on Prague.
Vincent (CEO) will post soon on the blog.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 24, 2009, 03:18:40 PM
ya, i saw in the blog, in the comments.. between you and mr. ceo
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 26, 2009, 04:18:32 PM
Thank you Alwil for one fabulous week in your beautiful city:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Prague.png) (http://picasaweb.google.com/bob3160/VacationInPrague?feat=directlink)
Click on Picture to view Album

For those of you on dial-up or a slower connection, the following link might be easier:
http://helloprague.shutterfly.com/ (http://helloprague.shutterfly.com/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: jisuna23 on September 26, 2009, 05:30:59 PM
Thank you Alwil for one fabulous week in your beautiful city:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/Prague.png) (http://picasaweb.google.com/bob3160/VacationInPrague?feat=directlink)
Click on Picture to view Album


hello bob! i saw plenty of pics and i havent finished it yet :P
did you just go to the new alwil building?? or just to the country??
if you did then im jelous!!!!  :o
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Mr.Agent on September 26, 2009, 06:11:19 PM
Wow !!!!! He really did go in ALWIL Software http://picasaweb.google.com/bob3160/VacationInPrague?feat=directlink#5384684305616486434
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 26, 2009, 06:30:08 PM
Quote
did you just go to the new alwil building?? or just to the country??
Both.....  :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on September 26, 2009, 07:47:49 PM
Name: LicenseCrawler
Last Version: 0.0.40
Release date: 2009-04-22
Quote
If you want to setup your computer system again you need to have the licenses and serial numbers at hand for all the software programs that you have purchased and registered. This does include the Windows product key but also other serial numbers for applications like Nero, Office, VMWare and pretty much every other application.
http://www.klinzmann.name/licensecrawler.htm

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: jisuna23 on September 27, 2009, 03:24:12 AM
Quote
did you just go to the new alwil building?? or just to the country??
Both.....  :)
MY GOD!!!! i wanna go there!!!  :o  :o  :o
oh my..  *speechless*  :-X
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on September 27, 2009, 01:21:06 PM
(http://www.physorg.com/newman/gfx/news/5-computerscie.jpg)
Computer scientists successfully
boot one million Linux kernels as virtual machines (http://www.physorg.com/news173104436.html)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 27, 2009, 06:22:28 PM
(http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Android/th_IMG_0659.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Android/?action=view&current=6968891c.pbw)
Click Image for slideshow

I had a chance to look at an early version of Google's Android Operating System.
I have it available for download at MySharedFiles as a Live CD ISO file.
Simply download, burn and boot from the CD.
You can also use the disc image in a virtualization application like VirtualBox, VMWare or Microsoft Virtual PC
if you want to try the operating system without even rebooting your computer.

Remember this is designed for a Netbook and is still a very early beta release.
I had no luck on my system getting it to recognize my WIFI connection.

You'll find the .iso file and some screenshots at:
http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/GoogleAndroid/

I know Tech had posted about an earlier version of this some time back.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on September 27, 2009, 09:36:20 PM
Hi Bob,

Now typing this from the android browser :)

It's a bit weird, and seems like it is still optimised for the phone they have (things like using the shift button - only the left one works, because as far as I know there is only one on the actual phone)... normal functions are a bit odd, and it is a bit of a learning curve...

Nice to see google going further though :)

-Scott-

[edit] added a screenshot from outside the VM ;D
This has also inspired me to try ubuntu as well...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 28, 2009, 12:59:47 AM
Nice to see it worked for you Scott.
Unfortunately I was never able to get on line since it wouldn't recognize my wifi.  :'(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on September 28, 2009, 08:25:29 PM
Pretty slick.  I'll have to try it out.

Do you think google is going to be "evil" with the OS? I know they save every search ever made by every IP address, what will they attempt to do with their own OS?

Still cool to see a search engine develop their own OS!
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 29, 2009, 12:28:41 AM
Quote
I know they save every search ever made by every IP address
It comes in handy when you need to find something you once posted but can't remember where or when. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on September 29, 2009, 01:05:27 AM
Report: Final version of free Microsoft Security Essentials to ship September 29


Microsoft is now confirming MSE will ship on September 29.  From a spokesperson: “I can confirm that Microsoft Security Essentials, the company’s highly anticipated no cost consumer security offering, will be released to the public tomorrow, September 29th.” It will be available in 19 markets worldwide, according to the company.

http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=4091


More Info:

Microsoft Security Essentials will be available in eight languages and 19 countries including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.

 http://www.microsoft.com/Presspass/press/2009/sep09/09-28SecurityEssentialsPR.mspx
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on September 29, 2009, 01:28:26 AM
<snip>
I know they save every search ever made by every IP address, what will they attempt to do with their own OS?
<snip>

With virtually everyone having a dynamically assigned IP address it doesn't present a privacy/security issue, but it does give them valuable general marketing information. This will no doubt bring in some revenue to help with the lots of free applications/services and even the development of the new OS that they provide ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: jisuna23 on September 29, 2009, 01:19:31 PM
Most expensive netbook!
this one looks so cool i wanna have it in my bare hands!!

http://most-expensive.net/netbook
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on September 29, 2009, 04:00:13 PM
More Windows 7 Commercials,  Kylie's back in one of them!

http://www.winsupersite.com/win7/ads.asp
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on September 29, 2009, 05:08:37 PM
Final version of free Microsoft Security Essentials is now available for download.

http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/


Those who already have the beta can upgrade.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 29, 2009, 06:19:34 PM
Thanks marc.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on September 29, 2009, 06:39:32 PM
Thanks marc.

Your Welcome.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on September 30, 2009, 12:40:34 AM
You can also use the update function if your already running MSE

Click picture to enlarge
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on September 30, 2009, 01:25:29 AM
I chose the update function to upgrade the R50 (see spec below). Everything seems peaceful at the moment.

avast updated during the download procedure! - as I had only just turned the laptop on. All seems very good.   :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on September 30, 2009, 01:28:12 AM
You can also use the update function if your already running MSE

Click picture to enlarge

Worked like a charm.

Microsoft Security Essentials Version:  1.0.1611.0
Antimalware Client Version: 2.0.6212.0
Engine Version: 1.1.5101.0
Antivirus definitions: 1.67.166.0
Antispyware definitions: 1.67.166.0
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on September 30, 2009, 06:49:15 PM
Google wave first look

http://lifehacker.com/5370738/google-wave-first-look
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 01, 2009, 04:39:01 PM
Google wave first look

http://lifehacker.com/5370738/google-wave-first-look
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_UyVmITiYQ&feature=player_embedded# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_UyVmITiYQ&feature=player_embedded#)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 01, 2009, 04:39:56 PM
Google wave first look

http://lifehacker.com/5370738/google-wave-first-look
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_UyVmITiYQ&feature=player_embedded# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_UyVmITiYQ&feature=player_embedded#)


yes the life hacker article has that link.  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on October 02, 2009, 12:57:02 PM
Quote from: Avira TechBlog "http://techblog.avira.com/2009/10/02/fastflux-malware-leading-to-fakeav/en/"
Our researchers found a malicious JavaScript link in some forums. This lead to the situation that the forum access was slow in general. This raised suspicion, so we started to analyse what is going on.

In those forums there were links embedded in the posts which lead to a JavaScript on a Russian website. A google search with the URL revealed that already more than 100 web pages, especially forums, got infected with that malicious link – the infection rate is increasing fast. Today another URL with the malware script appeared, where Google reports more than 16.000 infected web pages.

The JavaScript is encrypted and obfuscated in several layers.

That malicious JavaScript redirects users to a fast-flux’ed server – the Internet addresses to which the embedded link points resolves to different locations every few minutes (fast flux as abbreviation from fast fluctuation, see Wikipedia). So it doesn’t help to take down one server as there are plenty of them. Every infected computer also serves the malware.

But this malware – Avira detects it TR/FraudPack.ams – is just another downloader. It accesses a set of “double fast-flux’ed” domains to fetch the actual malware, a FakeAV. These are detected by Avira with generic detection as TR/Crypt.ZPACK.Gen and also as TR/FakeAV.RK.

All friends please take care more these days.

TR/FakeAV.RK has been detected 15 days ago by avast! as "Win32:FakeAV-RK [Trj]" in VPS 90915-0
TR/FraudPack.ams I've seen some of FraudPacks in avast! VPS history
TR/Crypt.ZPACK.Gen should be covered by generics detection in avast! VPS
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 02, 2009, 03:00:08 PM
Given the quoted text, avast's Web Shield is highly likely to alert on the obfuscated and encrypted script as it has been doing for similar obfuscated scripts.

So it is likely that that detection won't be specifically mentioning fakeav in the malware name, but more likely to be something like "JS:ScriptPE-inf [Trj]" or "JS:Redirector-G [Trj]" or "JS:Agent-AV [Trj]" or "JS:ScriptSH-inf [Trj]" or "HTML:Script-inf", etc.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on October 02, 2009, 06:31:09 PM
***

Well, I found this interesting ...

http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/avast+46/

It seems the GiveAwayoftheDay site already has avast 5 for download.

See the image below & click to enlarge.


But, when you click the download link, it takes you to the avast site page where 4.8 is the listed download.




***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on October 02, 2009, 06:36:10 PM
Not quite yet...
click in that link, you go to the page in my pic, and that link just goes to the avast home page. Maybe they are just getting ready ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on October 02, 2009, 06:37:41 PM
***

Yep, Scott, you are right. A bit misleading, though.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 02, 2009, 06:45:41 PM
Note the Square a icon ;D

I think this is just preparation, as if you follow it through, the only link it gives to actually get it (hover over the download avast 5 link and look at the status bar) is avast.com.

So you don't actually want to click the link, just check where it is pointing from the status bar, handy if it happens to be pointing to a malicious site.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on October 02, 2009, 06:53:22 PM
So you don't actually want to click the link, just check where it is pointing from the status bar, handy if it happens to be pointing to a malicious site.

That's what I did :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2009, 04:17:20 AM
***

Yep, Scott, you are right. A bit misleading, though.


***
When you use the search engine on any sight that has one, you never know what results you might run into.  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on October 03, 2009, 09:41:56 AM
(http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/bto/20091002/win_7_quiz_results.JPG)
Try Windows 7 Personality Quiz (http://www.microsoft.com/hk/windows7/quiz/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 03, 2009, 12:26:05 PM
I'm Multi-handed

I learned about Device Stage by playing the video:
http://www.neowin.net/news/main/09/01/10/windows-7-device-stage-overview
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2009, 04:06:17 PM
If you use USB Safely Remove, Here's a great opportunity to get a FREE License.
Quote
Today we are glad to announce another one offer: we wish to share with the
world 10,000 free licenses for USB Safely Remove 4.1! This action starts
today and will finish when the last from 10K people receives his free
license. If you still do not have a license for 'USB Safely Remove' grab it
right now for free.

For details see the following link:

http://safelyremove.com/giveaway10K.htm (http://safelyremove.com/giveaway10K.htm)

I've gotten mine and they still had about 900 left. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on October 03, 2009, 04:12:40 PM
Nice program, but I wont bother...I don't use that many USB devices and windows deals with it well enough IMHO

Thanks anyway Bob :)

p.s. I think they use avast!

http://safelyremove.com/fullFeaturesList.htm
(third pic)

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2009, 04:15:48 PM
Nice program, but I wont bother...I don't use that many USB devices and windows deals with it well enough IMHO

Thanks anyway Bob :)

p.s. I think they use avast!

http://safelyremove.com/fullFeaturesList.htm
(third pic)


Your welcome Scott,
Unlike you, I use a lot of USB Drives and devices. :)

*There is a caveat to the license   
Quote
License conditions:
 * The license is valid only for v. 4.1 so if you wish to upgrade to future
   version you have to purchase a lifetime license.
 * You can use the program personally on each of your computers
 * You can use this version for lifetime
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on October 03, 2009, 04:26:29 PM
Your welcome Scott,
Unlike you, I use a lot of USB Drives and devices. :)

yeah, at most I use 2, and I usually forget to remove them (instead of taking then out/putting them in and then I forget to take it to school...::)), which is where the 'check removable media' setting in avast! comes into play, now I never forget ;)
(although that setting is a bit cumbersome in vista...)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 03, 2009, 05:11:34 PM
This fits.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 03, 2009, 05:42:15 PM
If you use USB Safely Remove, Here's a great opportunity to get a FREE License.
Quote
Today we are glad to announce another one offer: we wish to share with the
world 10,000 free licenses for USB Safely Remove 4.1! This action starts
today and will finish when the last from 10K people receives his free
license. If you still do not have a license for 'USB Safely Remove' grab it
right now for free.

For details see the following link:

http://safelyremove.com/giveaway10K.htm (http://safelyremove.com/giveaway10K.htm)

I've gotten mine and they still had about 900 left. :)

Not available in India.  :(
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: cinchez on October 03, 2009, 05:51:13 PM
Not available in the Philippines :-[

-AnimeLover^^
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2009, 05:53:51 PM
The program is available in most places as far as I know.
Please don't make a mess of this thread. If you can't use it or it's not available, then just pass this post by. Thanks
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 03, 2009, 06:12:46 PM
Not available in the Philippines :-[

-AnimeLover^^
Autorun Eater from Old McDonlad's Farm is available:
http://oldmcdonald.wordpress.com

Speaking of making a mess USB Safely Remove totally messed my XP Pro system and the only way to recover was to FORMAT and install fresh and I even purchased it because I though it was good.
When it was installed new Flash sticks were not recognised that worked on my old XP Home system.
My problem reports are on its forum:
http://safelyremove.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=173&start=0
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2009, 06:15:03 PM
Sorry your having a problem on XP.  :'(
It's working very well for me on Windows 7.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2009, 06:20:42 PM
Thanks to TinEye (http://tineye.com/)   and this neat Firefox Add-on (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/8922), we can now do a Reverse Image Search.

Here's an example:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/I%20Thought/th_TinEye.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/I%20Thought/TinEye.png)
Click image to enlarge
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 03, 2009, 06:21:59 PM
Sorry your having a problem on XP.  :'(
It's working very well for me on Windows 7.

you don't need this in Win7, the "safe remove" option can be tweaked from the device entry in device manager.

edit: yeah I saw there were a few different options in the software discussed here. I'd never use that in Windows.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 04, 2009, 01:33:06 PM
Not available in the Philippines :-[

-AnimeLover^^
Autorun Eater from Old McDonlad's Farm is available:
http://oldmcdonald.wordpress.com

Speaking of making a mess USB Safely Remove totally messed my XP Pro system and the only way to recover was to FORMAT and install fresh and I even purchased it because I though it was good.
When it was installed new Flash sticks were not recognised that worked on my old XP Home system.
My problem reports are on its forum:
http://safelyremove.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=173&start=0

I'm using it on windows xp pro with no problems, kenny.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 05, 2009, 05:35:53 PM
Get Windows 7’s Advanced “Windows Update” in Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Server 2003 and 2008
http://www.askvg.com/get-windows-7s-advanced-windows-update-in-windows-2000-xp-vista-server-2003-and-2008/

Good opportunity ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 05, 2009, 05:48:12 PM
can be deleted
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 06:03:54 PM
Get Windows 7’s Advanced “Windows Update” in Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Server 2003 and 2008
http://www.askvg.com/get-windows-7s-advanced-windows-update-in-windows-2000-xp-vista-server-2003-and-2008/

Good opportunity ;)

installed it but no changes.. same old ie based update. nothing like windows vista/7 updates manager.

anyone checked it??
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2009, 06:27:07 PM
I thought that this was a stand alone tool as the image on that link doesn't look like it is going through a browser.

Also the link to download it, seems to indicate stand alone, see below

hXXp://download.windowsupdate.com/windowsupdate/redist/standalone/7.4.7600.226/windowsupdateagent30-x86.exe.

So is there not a means of launching this tool in the Startup Folder, desktop, etc.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 05, 2009, 06:32:23 PM
guys this is not an MS link at all, I wouldn't advise to install that. Just the download link is very misleading, just don"t trust that.

edit: forget my post, that's MS  ;D
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946928/en-us
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 06:35:07 PM
@Logos

guys this is not an MS link at all, I wouldn't advise to install that. Just the download link is very misleading, just don"t trust that.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946928/en-us

now what?

@DavidR

Quote
So is there not a means of launching this tool in the Startup Folder, desktop, etc.

No, Sir.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 05, 2009, 06:36:05 PM
guys this is not an MS link at all, I wouldn't advise to install that. Just the download link is very misleading, just don"t trust that.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946928/en-us

now what?

now nothing, I edited my post while you were posting  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 05, 2009, 06:38:03 PM
it's just the update agent, that won't bring the Vista/Seven GUI to XP  ;)

...and as said, you should have it already installed  ;D the website (askvg.com) is completely misleading  :D

and now from Microsoft:
Notice
Quote
If you use the Microsoft Update Web site to install the latest updates, or you have automatic updates turned on in Windows, the latest version of the Update Agent will automatically be installed on your computer.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 06:43:35 PM
it's just the update agent, that won't bring the Vista/Seven GUI to XP  ;)

thought so.

Quote
...and as said, you should have it already installed  ;D

yes I have it already installed. what's there to laugh about?

Quote
the website (askvg.com) is completely misleading  :D

yeah it misleading. I think they have done it to get some visitors.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 05, 2009, 06:48:55 PM
what's there to laugh about ? that you've been trying to install something that's already installed on all Windows computers through WinUpdate itself.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 06:52:31 PM
I didn't get it through windows update.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2009, 06:58:10 PM
Strangely enough, I don't have it installed, it wasn't offered in the August or September Patch Tuesday assault.

So visiting hXXp://wXw.update.microsoft.com/ after this batch of posts, when checking for updates if offered to install the latest windows update version which I accepted. Once installed, it completed the check and I have no updates pending, as expected.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 06:59:50 PM
So visiting hXXp://wXw.update.microsoft.com/ after this batch of posts, when checking for updates if offered to install the latest windows update version which I accepted. Once installed, it completed the check and I have no updates pending, as expected.

do you use express or custom? , sir.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 05, 2009, 07:11:39 PM
anyway and then I'm done with that, the website was showing a screenshot of Windows Update interface clearly showing that it was taken on Vista (not even Seven as advertised  :D ), with a reference to the Control Panel in the address bar that can't be implemented in XP obviously  ;D

edit: I'm just wrong on one point, the screenshot is from Seven, not Vista.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 07:14:36 PM
anyway and then I'm done with that, the website was showing a screenshot of Windows Update interface clearly showing that it was taken on Vista (not even Seven as advertised  :D ), with a reference to the Control Panel in the address bar that can't be implemented in XP obviously  ;D

thought so.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2009, 07:16:54 PM
<snip>
do you use express or custom? , sir.

Generally I have XP SP3 windows automatic updates set to 'Notify of updates but not install.' So I check what is offered and uncheck things like the Malicious software one, etc. On dial-up I have to be selective or it could tie my system up for long periods (it has taken days in the past to get updates).

If I actually go to windows update, I always use Custom for the same reasons and have never seen this update to the update process until today.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 07:19:05 PM
Quote
I always use Custom for the same reasons and have never seen this update to the update process until today.
but here you say that you got the update in the updates site.  ???

So visiting hXXp://wXw.update.microsoft.com/ after this batch of posts, when checking for updates if offered to install the latest windows update version which I accepted. Once installed, it completed the check and I have no updates pending, as expected.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2009, 07:33:00 PM
Only because of these posts, did I visit update.microsoft, that is when it offered to install the latest windows update version which I accepted. This was 'outside' of the normal update process (when it is initialising, getting your system info, etc.). As I said once installed it then completes the standard update process.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 05, 2009, 07:34:37 PM
Only because of these posts, did I visit update.microsoft, that is when it offered to install the latest windows update version which I accepted. This was 'outside' of the normal update process (when it is initialising, getting your system info, etc.). As I said once installed it then completes the standard update process.

just wanted to confirm because I didn't get any update through windows update site. , thanks., sir DavidR.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 05, 2009, 07:37:08 PM
You're welcome.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: polonus on October 05, 2009, 08:06:37 PM
Hi forum friends,

Bochs is emulation software with which one can create image files of various Operational Systems on the present platform. The software is fantastic to run older versions of Windows, Linux or Mac software on your Windows machine. It will run on almost whatever hardware and will emulate practically every OS: http://bochs.sourceforge.net/

polonus
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Confused Computer User on October 07, 2009, 12:12:58 AM
Only because of these posts, did I visit update.microsoft, that is when it offered to install the latest windows update version which I accepted. This was 'outside' of the normal update process (when it is initialising, getting your system info, etc.). As I said once installed it then completes the standard update process.

just wanted to confirmed because I didn't get any update through windows update site. , thanks., sir DavidR.

I had a similar issue posted elsewhere in the forum
I go to MS Update and I get a message that a new version of Windows update will have to be installed.

I do this and then nothing. I close MS Update, I open it again and I look at the history of updates. The only thing that shows up for 3 October 2009 is a database update for windows defender.

I even connected my laptop to the internet to see if something would happen and nothing.

At first I thought it was a virus given that only my desktop went through the update and not my laptop.
I'll go on MS's update site and see what that gives.

Hi forum friends,

Bochs is emulation software with which one can create image files of various Operational Systems on the present platform. The software is fantastic to run older versions of Windows, Linux or Mac software on your Windows machine. It will run on almost whatever hardware and will emulate practically every OS: http://bochs.sourceforge.net/

polonus


Is that a Star Gate I see in the background?  ;) ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on October 07, 2009, 03:52:11 PM
http://technology.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/tech_and_web/the_web/article6863123.ece
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 07, 2009, 10:07:57 PM
Microsoft makes changes to browser ballot screen; user testing to commence (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=4167&tag=nl.e539)

(http://i.zdnet.com/blogs/browser-ballot-new.jpg)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 07, 2009, 11:01:03 PM
Microsoft makes changes to browser ballot screen; user testing to commence (http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=4167&tag=nl.e539)

EU prepares to settle Microsoft browser case
http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=49398.0

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 08, 2009, 12:22:57 PM
Get Complete Control Over Internet Explorer

quote:

IEController is a free tool that allows users to control every aspect of Internet Explorer browser, including the execution of ActiveX Controls.

It is a tool for advanced users only, if you are a beginner who is looking to tweak IE then you must understand the concept of ActiveX, and how programs are controlled before giving this tool a try.

http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/get-complete-control-over-internet-explorer/

I have not tried it yet.

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 08, 2009, 12:53:07 PM
Get Complete Control Over Internet Explorer

I am afraid to use it as it looks like it could really mess up IE.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 08, 2009, 03:12:36 PM
                        (http://images.pcworld.com/news/graphics/173288-img_1006-browser-time-1_thumbnail.jpg)
The Web Browser Turns 15: A Look Back (http://www.pcworld.com/article/173288/the_web_browser_turns_15_a_look_back.html?tk=nl_ddx_h_topnews)
 Here is a look back at 15 years of wars, lawsuits, and standards the Web browser has brought us.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 08, 2009, 04:02:00 PM
good flash back! thanks for that Bob.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Pondus on October 08, 2009, 07:30:58 PM
What is Fiddler?
Fiddler is a Web Debugging Proxy which logs all HTTP(S) traffic between your computer and the Internet. Fiddler allows you to inspect all HTTP(S) traffic, set breakpoints, and "fiddle" with incoming or outgoing data. Fiddler includes a powerful event-based scripting subsystem, and can be extended using any .NET language.

Fiddler is freeware and can debug traffic from virtually any application, including Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, and thousands more.

http://www.fiddler2.com/fiddler2/
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 08, 2009, 08:48:11 PM
@bob3160
Speaking of flash backs.
I was working at the International Technical Support Center in Raleigh N.C. at that time where I was responsible for developing eduction material for a large hosts based application called NetView:
http://www-01.ibm.com/software/tivoli/products/netview-zos/resources/nv390-mv1-content.html

My co-worker asked me in to review his material and he showed me this thing he called "The Web" using a thing he called Mosaic and I was amazed.

I am quite well versed in IBMese. 
Why is acronym such a big word?
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 09, 2009, 03:18:29 AM
Jalbum 8.5 is out. Get it from here (http://jalbum.net/software/download).
I've put together a sample of what it can do with very little effort. See it here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/) or,
watch a slide show here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/slides/IMG_0239.html?show_param=3)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 09, 2009, 03:29:30 AM
Jalbum 8.5 is out. Get it from here (http://jalbum.net/software/download).
I've put together a sample of what it can do with very little effort. See it here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/) or,
watch a slide show here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/slides/IMG_0239.html?show_param=3)
What a wonderful trip that must have been and totally different from New Mexico.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 09, 2009, 05:34:21 AM
Nice clean captures Bob. Almost like being there.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on October 09, 2009, 11:57:42 AM
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Jalbum 8.5 is out. Get it from here (http://jalbum.net/software/download).
I've put together a sample of what it can do with very little effort. See it here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/) or,
watch a slide show here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/slides/IMG_0239.html?show_param=3)

Very nice photos, Bob ... wish I'd been there.    ;D


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 09, 2009, 02:52:36 PM
***

Jalbum 8.5 is out. Get it from here (http://jalbum.net/software/download).
I've put together a sample of what it can do with very little effort. See it here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/) or,
watch a slide show here (http://bob3160.jalbum.net/Prague-September2009/slides/IMG_0239.html?show_param=3)

Very nice photos, Bob ... wish I'd been there.    ;D


***
I guess I captured your picture in some of those shots by osmosis ???    ;D ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2009, 12:14:43 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/avast5/avast5Soon.png)

Sumo Paint 2.0 is out! (http://www.sumo.fi/flash/sumopaint/)

(http://www.sumopaint.com/images/texts/homedesc_1.png)



Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: spg SCOTT on October 10, 2009, 01:01:49 AM
I've tried this out a couple of times...pretty good program

there's also some pretty good artists on it too...Sometimes you wonder... :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2009, 03:23:57 AM
I've tried this out a couple of times...pretty good program

there's also some pretty good artists on it too...Sometimes you wonder... :)
Very good artists. As you can tell, I'm not one of them.  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: timcan on October 11, 2009, 10:19:02 PM
http://www.simplisoftware.com/Public/index.php?request=HdTach (http://www.simplisoftware.com/Public/index.php?request=HdTach)

Hi, just thought I'd pass this along. :)
If you've ever been curious to how fast your hard drive random access/read access ect. is, I found this benchmark tool. You may find this interesting if you have more than one hd installed (as I do) to see which is the faster drive.
It's free to use (personal use)

NOTE: On vista 64bit after install I had to run in compatability mode.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 11, 2009, 11:06:40 PM
http://www.simplisoftware.com/Public/index.php?request=HdTach (http://www.simplisoftware.com/Public/index.php?request=HdTach)

Hi, just thought I'd pass this along. :)
If you've ever been curious to how fast your hard drive random access/read access ect. is, I found this benchmark tool. You may find this interesting if you have more than one hd installed (as I do) to see which is the faster drive.
It's free to use (personal use)

NOTE: On vista 64bit after install I had to run in compatability mode.
Does not work on Windows 7.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2009, 02:26:56 PM
Five Best Windows Task Manager Alternatives (http://lifehacker.com/5378494/five-best-windows-task-manager-alternatives)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 12, 2009, 03:05:14 PM
Five Best Windows Task Manager Alternatives (http://lifehacker.com/5378494/five-best-windows-task-manager-alternatives)
I like System Explorer as it has tabs for applications autorun on startup, system add-ons, drivers and services but Process Explorer has nice process color grouping.

I do not let them replace Task Manager though.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2009, 04:57:22 PM
We picked the same program and for the same reasons. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 13, 2009, 11:58:28 PM
Dropbox 0.7.32 (https://www.getdropbox.com/referrals/NTExODMxMjc5) is a useful tool that will enable you to instantly store your files online and share them.
It can also synchronize the files from your offline directories and online storage.

Here are some key features of "Dropbox":

Synchronization:
· Once installed, any file you drop into your Dropbox folder will synchronize and be available
on any other computer you've installed Dropbox on, as well as from the web.
Also, any changes you make to files in your Dropbox will sync to your other computers, instantly.
Backup:
· Let's say you accidentally delete that 8 page report that you were supposed to have for a meeting tomorrow.
A handy Dropbox feature is the ability to undelete files or pull up any previous versions of it.
Sharing:
· You can also share files and folders with whomever you choose, whether it be music with buddies,
docs with colleagues or photos with grandma, even if they're not Dropbox users.
Speed:
· We obsess over speed, and it shows. Dropbox is very smart about the way it handles files.
For example, if you make a change to a huge file, dropbox will only update the piece of the file that changed.
Security:
· All files are transported over SSL and encrypted using AES-256 (banks use this too).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 14, 2009, 04:30:17 PM
Show me the malware!

http://googleonlinesecurity.blogspot.com/2009/10/show-me-malware.html

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 14, 2009, 05:27:42 PM
http://googleonlinesecurity.blogspot.com/2009/10/show-me-malware.html
Thanx for the link, nmb.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 14, 2009, 05:29:37 PM
welcome Rumpel  :)

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on October 14, 2009, 08:21:49 PM
***

Also, my thanks for the link, nmb.   :)

It is good to know Google has taken this step.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 15, 2009, 07:10:40 AM
welcome charley.

nmb

edit: welcome (mkis  ;))
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 15, 2009, 10:12:53 AM
me too, nmb.  :)  Great link. And good to see google willing to contribute.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 15, 2009, 07:14:36 PM
Patch Registration Cleanup Tool
On a computer that has a Windows Installer based product installed, you may receive an error while installing an update for the product and the installation of the update may fail.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=0a162694-4d9d-4676-8283-1ba674374d71#filelist
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 16, 2009, 03:22:30 AM
(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/17/2009/10/500x_omnibar.jpg)

Omnibar Extension Collapses Firefox's Address and Search Boxes into One (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/8823)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 18, 2009, 11:05:14 PM
Returnil Virtual System 2010
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/returnil-virtual-system-2010/
Only today...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Lisandro on October 19, 2009, 01:19:02 AM
Returnil Virtual System 2010
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/returnil-virtual-system-2010/
Only today...
Bad beginning... detected avast5 as false positive...

By the way, disable the antivirus (before booting).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 19, 2009, 05:30:30 AM
Thanx for the info, Tech.  To my pleasant surprise, somehow, issues I came across when I installed it before seems to have disappeared.
Returnil Virtual System 2010
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/returnil-virtual-system-2010/
Only today...
Bad beginning... detected avast5 as false positive...

By the way, disable the antivirus (before booting).
Yes, it seems to be FP.  I disabled the antivirus function on the machine on which Avast! is installed as well.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 19, 2009, 06:18:21 AM
Returnil Virtual System 2010
http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/returnil-virtual-system-2010/
Only today...

and the video is here : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZHBY_q8Kfg

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 21, 2009, 06:08:06 PM
Windows 7 Preorders Better than Vista and XP Combined


And so it begins: On Tuesday, online retailing giant Amazon.com began shipping its Windows 7 preorders to customers around the globe for delivery on Thursday. But Amazon also had some good news to share with the world: Windows 7 is already a bestseller, and its preorders are stronger than the preorders for both Windows Vista and Windows XP... combined

http://windowsitpro.com/windowspaulthurrott/article/articleid/102997/windows-7-pre-orders-better-than-xp-and-vista-combined.html
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 22, 2009, 07:51:15 AM
Windows 7 engineers: how feedback shaped the final release

Last night, we had the pleasure of talking with three members of the Windows 7 product development and planning team: Bernardo Caldas, Group Product Planner; Steve Scallen, UX Research Manager; and Cameron Turner, Group Program Manager for Telemetry.

more : Arstechnica (http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/10/win-7-engineers-how-user-feedback-shaped-the-final-release.ars)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 22, 2009, 08:33:35 AM
Windows 7 engineers: how feedback shaped the final release

Last night, we had the pleasure of talking with three members of the Windows 7 product development and planning team: Bernardo Caldas, Group Product Planner; Steve Scallen, UX Research Manager; and Cameron Turner, Group Program Manager for Telemetry.

more : Arstechnica (http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/10/win-7-engineers-how-user-feedback-shaped-the-final-release.ars)
Thanks for the info.  Due to their "failure" in Vista, Microsoft seems to have learned to listen to the users as well as their "partner" companies.  I guess Microsoft seems to have done their best in securing their position against other OS's such as Google Chrome OS and Snow Leopard.  In any case, if these companies are going to polish their products for their users, I think the free market is working rather properly.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 22, 2009, 05:53:35 PM
Failure isn't too strong a word, now that the Vista market share is on the wane and it never got above 20% (19.6%) at the same time XP still retained 70% market share.

No wonder MS wanted to move on.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 22, 2009, 06:29:15 PM
No wonder MS wanted to move on.
The issue here is if we should move on as MS want us to do so.  As an XP user, I guess I'll follow the maxim of "If it is not broken,..."  ;)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 22, 2009, 07:11:56 PM
I quite like XP Pro, have been using it for many years feels like a comfortable pair of slippers ;D

When I bought this system just over a year ago, I bought XP Pro again even though I could have got Vista Home Premium for less. Vista just never inspired me and there was nothing in it that I couldn't already do in XP Pro.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 22, 2009, 07:20:41 PM
There was nothing wow in vista. as they say..

xp pro is the one I am using right now. will consider win 7.

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on October 22, 2009, 07:48:46 PM
I still don't like how much it costs, especially compared to Apple's OS X.  However, I realize that microsoft isn't creating and selling the hardware to go with it's operating system, and charging a lot for the whole thing.

You can't get a decent machine that runs windows or linux for $400-$500 from apple, so I guess I know why MS doesn't charge less.

Additionally, I'd just like to say that I've used Vista on a few machines, and although it has some quirks with some software, and it takes a few more keystrokes or menus to get to what you need, I feel that it's so much better than XP.  I'm just sick and tired of XP's "cartoony" interface.  I mean, we've been working with the same OS for how many years?  Just plain sick of it.

I want something new and more advanced looking.  Hopefully, windows 7 will do the trick.  I have yet to work with it, even though I've had the RC of win7 for about 4 months, but I look forward to it soon.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on October 22, 2009, 08:19:17 PM
yet I don't like to pay for seven, because Vista is working very well for me, currently I'm running Vista in Laptop and Linux in desktop.
just I'm planning to buy a MacBook Pro which I very like! I think Mac is more handy for me, not 7.

even as what "scythe944" said and I'm agree with him, Mac for his war to PC, has offered very nice price with all new and quality hardware, also I like Mac applications too, so why should I spend my money for Win7? Vista+Linux+Mac is fine for me and all what I need :)

I know win7 has changed alot, many things new and many things improved (and some new minor problems added of course, not problem, I call them "Wrong Moves", for example a buggy windows media player library for my 20000 songs and low-quality video codecs with a lot of problems), but it has not a very important new change that I say I would upgrade.

for example it was totally "Virus immunized" or some new important change I would upgarde, I would wait until buy next laptop which come with windows 7 pre-installed :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 22, 2009, 09:14:22 PM
I've used XP for years and its served me well. Because I can install legit XP Home and Pro I have stuck with the tried and true. For maintenance and repair, it helps to come back to a system that you have set up just right for you to come back to.  ;D 

At the same time, friends have bought Vista so I worked on that OS and to be honest I think Vista is a very underrated system. Even tho it carries a much larger footprint (registry 3 times size of XP), something I particular hate, I just can't bring myself to hate Vista. My friends don't have problems with it (which I love). From the start they liked to demonstrate their UAC for me, not at all like it was an obstacle. So I got to look forward to the times when I was going to be using it.

I've pretty much decided to go with Windows 7, but not sure when. I havent put too much thought into it and I will have to sort out any problems as I go. Much like when I started with XP.

Always need to learn more (Unix) / Linux. Tend to fall a bit behind here.

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 22, 2009, 09:41:09 PM
No wonder MS wanted to move on.
The issue here is if we should move on as MS want us to do so.  As an XP user, I guess I'll follow the maxim of "If it is not broken,..."  ;)
If I lived by that maxim I would have to go chop down trees to stay warm and to build a hut then run around hurling stones at passing animals that eat my vegetables and hopefully kill it for dinner. 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 22, 2009, 09:43:52 PM
found Vista fantastic from the beginning (yeah, such people exist)...switched to Seven because it's better, which doesn't mean for me that Vista was bad. Seven wouldn't exist without Vista (Vista neither without XP but Seven is just a more advanced version of Vista, more performant too, but it's basically the same OS). The biggest issue Vista had and that Seven might get with the time as well...let's just wait a bit... is that there's still not much that you can do in Vista/Seven that you can't in XP. XP has still a couple of years to live I think; a possible end to it might come from a complete switch to 64 bit from the developers... as XP64, from what I read and heard, doesn't/didn't perform well at all, at the contrary of Vista/Seven 64. Vista/Seven interface is better in every way compared to XP. But if you want to run an application, almost any application, you still can in XP, and that's a bit worrying lol  ;D  (and hardware compatibility's still OK no ?  ;) ).
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on October 22, 2009, 09:59:03 PM
It has support until 2014 so some time yet, even then I suspect there will be some that will stick with it for some time after that, just as we are seeing with those with win98, etc.

Considering it still has 70% market share it will take some time for it to die ;D

Since 64bit hardware has been on the scene for some considerable time, developers have been very slow in this regard, they just don't want to take the risk. Developers up to a point follow the OS and MS missed the opportunity to go 64bit only with win7. That would really have given them (the developers) a greater incentive to start pushing. Unfortunately MS didn't want to take the risk either I guess, they couldn't but major obstacles in the way or the take up of win7 might not have been so good. The last thing they wanted would be another Vista, that after three years was still at only 19.6% market share.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 23, 2009, 01:21:22 AM
XP64 doesn't perform well as a mainstream OS. And then that is not quite true either. Mainstream market did not switch in favor of 64bit to the degree it was meant to (towards 'Vista big-size', especially with laptops), but instead threw itself even more wholeheartedly into inventive '32bit ready' applications and utilities, thereby recreating the mainstream 32bit client/server standard. It was not conceivable to invest in 64bit more than what was needed to keep abreast (and even then...)

I bought Windows XP64 in 2006 (ouch, price still hurts!) and for a while believed the time would come when it wouldn't be possible to run Vista on 32bit, so 64bit would become standard, and market would follow the lead by building software (especially drivers) to instate the new 64bit credo. This did not happen - 2gb ram was all that was needed to power 32bit Vista, and 32bit XP continued to set the benchmark for mainstream OS.

I think 64bit may still become standard. But there will be difficulties with this for a while yet. I don't run my XP64 on the web because I would need to buy a new wireless modem, and I seem to be doing okay with 32bit like most other people. Personally I think Vodafone should exchange for my existing modem free of charge, but no luck there. Perhaps I should sell my 64bit OS and load Linux onto my 64bit hardware - as a start to a full conversion to the Linux environment. As Microsoft continues to confuse its user following, I feel more and more tempted to do this.       
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Marc57 on October 23, 2009, 05:49:09 AM
Really like Vista, but I like 7 even better. (Mines due to get here tomorrow)  :D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 23, 2009, 06:04:47 AM
XP64 doesn't perform well as a mainstream OS. And then that is not quite true either. Mainstream market did not switch in favor of 64bit to the degree it was meant to (towards 'Vista big-size', especially with laptops), but instead threw itself even more wholeheartedly into inventive '32bit ready' applications and utilities, thereby recreating the mainstream 32bit client/server standard. It was not conceivable to invest in 64bit more than what was needed to keep abreast (and even then...)

I bought Windows XP64 in 2006 (ouch, price still hurts!) and for a while believed the time would come when it wouldn't be possible to run Vista on 32bit, so 64bit would become standard, and market would follow the lead by building software (especially drivers) to instate the new 64bit credo. This did not happen - 2gb ram was all that was needed to power 32bit Vista, and 32bit XP continued to set the benchmark for mainstream OS.

I think 64bit may still become standard. But there will be difficulties with this for a while yet. I don't run my XP64 on the web because I would need to buy a new wireless modem, and I seem to be doing okay with 32bit like most other people. Personally I think Vodafone should exchange for my existing modem free of charge, but no luck there. Perhaps I should sell my 64bit OS and load Linux onto my 64bit hardware - as a start to a full conversion to the Linux environment. As Microsoft continues to confuse its user following, I feel more and more tempted to do this.       
That often happens in new technology area...there have been many potentially good innovations which wasn't successful in being accepted by the market.  Of course, my geeky self wants to try new innovations but my realistic self knows I'd better wait and see the decisions of the market especially when my practical needs is satisfied with what I currently have.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 23, 2009, 06:12:59 AM
End of the day, looks like I go Windows 7. I can keep learning Linux.

It will be interesting to follow how the forum members do with Windows 7 as the pick up becomes more widespread. I learned a lot more about the ins and outs of Vista through avast forum.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 23, 2009, 06:16:48 AM
Well, I'd say that it's good to have options.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 23, 2009, 08:36:54 AM
I'm just happy that I can keep learning.  

You won' t be able to run Windows 7 on IBM Thinkpad R50, Intel Pentium(R) M 1500Mhz, 512MB Ram

http://lifehacker.com/5386953/lifehackers-complete-guide-to-windows-7
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 23, 2009, 11:11:14 AM
Well the R50 is only there because its the firm's dog about the house, so its in the spec below for much the same reason - it's filling in until I put something else there. The R50 still has the factory XP (2002), not one of my OS installs. I don't use it a lot so it shouldn't be in my spec below. My failing, in that respect. I'm going to put Firefox with NoScript on the R50 sometime soon since my attempt to have at least 1 Microsoft dedicated system running in the house has been a letdown thanks to Internet Explorer being such a pig integrated into the epitome of mediocrity, Microsoft NTFS. But at least I tried. And granted, an install of my XP OS would have gone halfway to improving matters, but then the dog would still be in the power of the pig. I cannot change that.

I also have three desktops running in the house at the moment (not counting my XP64), two have Intel D850GB server boards with rambus memory (all slots in use), and the third is an ASUS P5 with 945 chipset, 2 gb DDR ram, and 2 SATA HDD (150gb primary and 500gb slave). The D850 boards (Chrome on one, FF with NoScript, WOT, finjan, on the other) may not be able to run Windows 7 regardless, and the ASUS (Chrome) holds the multimedia catalogue so is really only there to stream music through the house 24 hours 7 days a week, when it is not streaming local television or web media. I use the ASUS most - only because its in the warmest part of the house. I should really acquire a more up to date system, but nothing has turned up that I particularly like, and I tend to trade off the more recent models because they make good sales, which in turn engenders good clientele, and likewise fosters good name. I mainly keep vintage for my own use, and since all have installed my XP Pro, they are quite adequate so far for anything that I might throw at them. And true, maybe not so with the dog.

Also true, I may need to buy new hardware to get the best out of Windows 7. But I intend to wait a while before I start with Win 7. There will most likely be some cheap Vistas around shortly, and I will certainly look to pick up one of them, plus I will wait on your reports concerning Win 7 before I actual take the plunge myself. 
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 23, 2009, 10:19:31 PM
We had our Windows 7 Launch Party (http://www.houseparty.com/party/201480) yesterday at the Meadow Lake Community / Senior Center (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MLRA%20Blog/MeadowLakeCenter.png). :)

The laptop that I used for the demo was originally running Vista and was converted to Windows 7. It was a very easy upgrade.
My main system was running XP and that conversion was a bit more involved but by using the guide (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Windows7Beta/How2UpgradeFromXPtoWindows7.html), it was still relatively simple.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on October 23, 2009, 10:43:59 PM
Latest AV Comparative test result has been released.

Malware Removal Test

Oct 2009: http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/removal/avc_removal_2009.pdf

avast! result was not too bad, could be better.

Quote
This tests focuses only on the malware removal/cleaning capabilities, therefore all used samples were samples that the tested Anti-Virus products were able to detect. It has nothing to do with detection rates or protection capabilities. Of course, if an Anti-Virus is not able to detect the malware, it is also not able to remove it.

The main question was if the products are able to successfully remove malware from an already infected/compromised system. The test report is aimed to normal/typical home users and not Administrators or advanced users that may have the knowledge for advanced/manual malware removal/repair procedures. A further question was if the products are able to remove what they are able to detect.

_______________________________
Something...!
in av-comparatives site source code, after <html></html> site code, outside of it, it has this code:
Code: [Select]
<font style='position: absolute;overflow: hidden;height: 0;width: 0'>
<a href='hXXp://www.fuserworld.com/' title='DVD movies downloads'>DVD movies downloads</a>
</font>
is it ok?! I changed link and also I don't think if that site is a good one :-)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 23, 2009, 10:46:12 PM
thanks for that link...noticing Comodo is not there  ;D

edit: who's eScan...hearing from them for the first time  ???
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on October 23, 2009, 11:00:03 PM
We had our Windows 7 Launch Party (http://www.houseparty.com/party/201480) yesterday at the Meadow Lake Community / Senior Center (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MLRA%20Blog/MeadowLakeCenter.png). :)

The laptop that I used for the demo was originally running Vista and was converted to Windows 7. It was a very easy upgrade.
My main system was running XP and that conversion was a bit more involved but by using the guide (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Windows7Beta/How2UpgradeFromXPtoWindows7.html), it was still relatively simple.

Thanks for the guide Bob.
I've been a bit slack lately. Time for me to start looking seriously at Windows 7.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on October 24, 2009, 01:54:23 AM
We had our Windows 7 Launch Party (http://www.houseparty.com/party/201480) yesterday at the Meadow Lake Community / Senior Center (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MLRA%20Blog/MeadowLakeCenter.png). :)

The laptop that I used for the demo was originally running Vista and was converted to Windows 7. It was a very easy upgrade.
My main system was running XP and that conversion was a bit more involved but by using the guide (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Windows7Beta/How2UpgradeFromXPtoWindows7.html), it was still relatively simple.

I hope you used your best Steve Ballmer voice:
We gota make using PCs Fun
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucDMzsIIlpk
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 27, 2009, 04:00:37 AM
11 Obscure Google Tricks You ( Probably ) Didn’t Know Existed (http://www.gilsmethod.com/11obscuregoogletricks)

Don't forget to also check out the following handy tricks:

1. 5 Obscure Picasa Features You Probably Didn’t Know About (http://www.gilsmethod.com/5_obscure_picasa_features)
2. How to Use Google Grab to Find Your Favorite Pictures (http://www.gilsmethod.com/htusegooglegrab)
3. How to Use Google Your Way (http://www.gilsmethod.com/htusegoogleyourway)
4. Prioritize Online with Google Tasks (http://www.gilsmethod.com/prioritize-online-with-google-tasks)
5. Explore Eco-Friendly Travel with Google Maps (http://www.gilsmethod.com/explore-eco-friendly-travel-with-google-maps)

Enjoy. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Omid Farhang on October 27, 2009, 12:52:21 PM
11 Obscure Google Tricks You ( Probably ) Didn’t Know Existed (http://www.gilsmethod.com/11obscuregoogletricks)

very good link, I had used all those features else than "filetype:xxx" which would be very useful for me

Thanks for sharing :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on October 27, 2009, 04:59:20 PM
11 Obscure Google Tricks You ( Probably ) Didn’t Know Existed (http://www.gilsmethod.com/11obscuregoogletricks)

very good link, I had used all those features else than "filetype:xxx" which would be very useful for me

Thanks for sharing :)
That's one of the nicest things about this forum :) :) :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Shiw Liang on October 28, 2009, 07:04:57 AM
Avast 4.8 has been very good but I think avast 5.0 will be able to remove more viruses just like Vlk said
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on October 28, 2009, 07:06:15 AM
Avast 4.8 has been very good but I think avast 5.0 will be able to remove more viruses just like Vlk said

and now, how is it Interesting Software and System News?, every knows it.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on October 28, 2009, 08:59:58 AM
Quote
Forget dual-core and quad-core processors: A semiconductor company promises to pack 100 cores into a processor that can be used in applications that require hefty computing punch, like video conferencing, wireless base stations and networking. By comparison, Intel’s latest chips are expected to have just eight cores.

(http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:S5CXQBGvyawF0M:http://cache.gizmodo.com/assets/images/4/2008/07/danamics_2.jpg)

100 Core Processor (http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2009/10/tilera-100-cores/)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on October 28, 2009, 10:55:29 AM
Quote
Don’t expect it to run Windows 7 on it though. For that, consumers will have to wait for Intel’s version in a few years.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on October 28, 2009, 08:37:48 PM
Quote
Forget dual-core and quad-core processors: A semiconductor company promises to pack 100 cores into a processor that can be used in applications that require hefty computing punch, like video conferencing, wireless base stations and networking. By comparison, Intel’s latest chips are expected to have just eight cores.

So, what company is producing these things???

Not that I'll ever be able to afford one...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 29, 2009, 02:20:20 AM
So, what company is producing these things???
Tilera, according to the article (http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2009/10/tilera-100-cores/) , the link to which is given in the original comment.
Not that I'll ever be able to afford one...
Not yet but, in the future, we never know.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 29, 2009, 02:20:52 AM
Google Music Search Officially Launched (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV24RBmy-2I).  Source:lifehacker (http://lifehacker.com/5392219/google-music-search-officially-launched)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 29, 2009, 02:21:39 AM
Sketch2Photo (http://cg.cs.tsinghua.edu.cn/montage/main.htm)  Personally, I found the idea is simply interesting...watch the video on the page.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Sesame on October 29, 2009, 02:22:04 AM
ThunderFix (http://www.parhelia-tools.com/products/thunderfix/thunderfix.aspx), a Thunderbird optimization tool, which is something like Speedy Fox (http://www.crystalidea.com/speedyfox).  Use it at your own risk.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 04, 2009, 01:57:40 PM
After all those reverse engineer issues with IObit, I just found this article. It may be old but, hope you enjoy reading.

Chrome antics: did Google reverse-engineer Windows? (http://arstechnica.com/security/news/2008/09/chrome-antics-did-google-reverse-engineer.ars) | Ars Technica
(http://www.googlechrometutorial.com/images/google-chrome-logo.jpg)
A close look at Chrome's source code suggests that
Google has reverse engineered Windows. The goal?
Improved security, which is very laudable, but there's
just one small problem: reverse engineering is expressly
forbidden by the Windows EULA.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Hermite15 on November 04, 2009, 02:58:29 PM
After all those reverse engineer issues with IObit, I just found this article. It may be old but, hope you enjoy reading.



if confirmed, this one is gonna hurt...

edit: the article also mentions
Quote
Even if Google did disassemble Windows, it's rather unlikely that Microsoft would take legal action against the company for Chrome. A right to reverse engineering is widespread, and proving that Google didn't use third-party information would be nigh impossible. But should there even be any question of legality? Even if Microsoft provided the most basic documentation (the names of functions and the data they operate on), this would probably be good enough for the work Google has done in Chrome.

so  ?? ...

edit: lol I didn't see you said the article was old. I read some of it and posted it as news on another forum where the guys there told me it was from 2008, oh my god  :-[
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2009, 07:48:18 PM
Listed below is a link to a directory of DLL files and EXE files, including Windows system processes and tasks, known system files, and various spyware and adware files. Clicking each file name will identify the purpose of any of the files listed in this directory:

http://www.what-is-exe.com/ (http://www.what-is-exe.com/)

Thanks to Adamsappleone from one of the other forums I frequent. :)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: scythe944 on November 04, 2009, 10:04:54 PM
That is a mighty fine list they have there. Might come in handy if google isn't up for the job...
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 04, 2009, 10:24:58 PM
Listed below is a link to a directory of DLL files and EXE files, including Windows system processes and tasks, known system files, and various spyware and adware files. Clicking each file name will identify the purpose of any of the files listed in this directory:

http://www.what-is-exe.com/ (http://www.what-is-exe.com/)

Thanks to Adamsappleone from one of the other forums I frequent. :)
Like WinPatrol PLUS Knowledgebase: 
http://www.winpatrol.com/morewhyplus.html#plus1
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: DavidR on November 04, 2009, 11:14:01 PM
Yes, but only if you pay for the Plus version, Bob's link to the list/site is free ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: CharleyO on November 05, 2009, 12:53:37 AM
***

Listed below is a link to a directory of DLL files and EXE files, including Windows system processes and tasks, known system files, and various spyware and adware files. Clicking each file name will identify the purpose of any of the files listed in this directory:

http://www.what-is-exe.com/ (http://www.what-is-exe.com/)

Thanks to Adamsappleone from one of the other forums I frequent. :)

I have used that site quite a few times on this forum in the past as an information reference in my posts.


***
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2009, 05:24:36 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/Windows7Snacks.png)
Windows 7 Snacks (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/training/format-learning-snacks.aspx#win7)

Some nice Windows 7 toutorials
(For best results, use Internet Explorer)
Silverlight required for viewing
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 05, 2009, 07:26:27 PM
Windows 7 Snacks (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/training/format-learning-snacks.aspx#win7)

Some nice Windows 7 toutorials
(For best results, use Internet Explorer)
Silverlight required for viewing
They are good for those on a low cholesterol diet as well:
http://www.healthcastle.com/low-cholesterol-diet.shtml
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on November 05, 2009, 10:30:52 PM
Find safe-browser technologies that really work

http://windowssecrets.com/comp/091105#story1
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2009, 11:11:33 PM
Windows 7 Snacks (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/training/format-learning-snacks.aspx#win7)

Some nice Windows 7 toutorials
(For best results, use Internet Explorer)
Silverlight required for viewing
They are good for those on a low cholesterol diet as well:
http://www.healthcastle.com/low-cholesterol-diet.shtml

Sorry YoKenny but I fail to see what this has to do with :

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/Windows7Snacks.png)
Windows 7 Snacks (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/training/format-learning-snacks.aspx#win7)

Some nice Windows 7 toutorials
(For best results, use Internet Explorer)
Silverlight required for viewing
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 06, 2009, 12:15:35 AM
Windows 7 Snacks (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/training/format-learning-snacks.aspx#win7)

Some nice Windows 7 toutorials
(For best results, use Internet Explorer)
Silverlight required for viewing
They are good for those on a low cholesterol diet as well:
http://www.healthcastle.com/low-cholesterol-diet.shtml

Sorry YoKenny but I fail to see what this has to do with :

Windows 7 Snacks (http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/training/format-learning-snacks.aspx#win7)

Some nice Windows 7 toutorials
(For best results, use Internet Explorer)
Silverlight required for viewing
A bit of an attempt at humor in relation to snack foods.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: Joe S on November 08, 2009, 02:23:43 AM
It is not necessarily installed on a separate partition. It's a file that contains the virtual pc so if it gets messed up you can just delete it and make a new one.  Microsoft has a free one and so does Virtualbox http://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads. For pay version there is VMware http://communities.vmware.com/home.jspa. You do need a good amount of ram to make one run well. I use them to test freeware before loading on real oc. They are also useful for teaching.
Joe
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: rdmaloyjr on November 08, 2009, 04:37:41 AM
lino is a free sticky & canvas service that requires nothing but a Web browser.
http://en.linoit.com/

Take a note right away wherever you are.

Access lino from your home, office, or even on the road and post a sticky note online whenever you need!   Reminders on your special days or deadlines.

Set due dates on your stickes, and you will receive an Email reminder on the morning of the due date.   Free layout of your pictures and movies

You can arrange your pictures and movies as you like and share them with your friends.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: jisuna23 on November 08, 2009, 02:26:16 PM
It would be nice if someone can post a link for free 2d or 3d animator software..
~thanks!  ;D
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on November 08, 2009, 02:30:21 PM
It would be nice if someone can post a link for free 2d or 3d animator software..

here they are:

http://www.filehippo.com/download_blender/

I'm not sure about this : http://www.filehippo.com/download_google_sketchup/  ,  http://www.filehippo.com/download_inkscape/

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 08, 2009, 02:36:22 PM
Quote
It would be nice if someone can post a link for free 2d or 3d animator software..

 For unmatched flexibilty and capabilities*: Adobe Illustrator CS4 (http://www.adobe.com/products/illustrator/) and Adobe Photoshop CS4 (http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop/compare/).

* Not a freeware. Requires high-end system specs. Steep $999 price for only one product. <groan>
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on November 08, 2009, 03:10:14 PM
I think is good download site for Microsoft Gif animator. 

http://www.freewareweb.com/cgi-bin/archive.cgi?download=1&ID=288

I haven't used the program myself as yet, but heard it is good animator
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on November 08, 2009, 03:28:41 PM
Can anyone inform as to whether this download site is okay.

http://www.freewareweb.com/software.shtml


Edit - best check these links and decide for yourself

http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg429408#msg429408

http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg429420#msg429420

Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on November 08, 2009, 03:33:23 PM
Can anyone inform as to whether this download site is okay.

WOT says, http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/freewareweb.com

I believe WOT. cause we have to rely on someone, at least.

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 08, 2009, 03:53:19 PM
Other reports:
  • BrowserDefender (http://www.browserdefender.com/site/freewareweb.com/)
  • McAfee Site Advisor (http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/freewareweb.com)
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on November 08, 2009, 04:00:36 PM
Okay. I'm glad I checked up.
I found the site by accident while searching for Microsoft Gif Animator.

Couldn't recall the site I originally downloaded the program from, and I've never had the chance to use the program myself. I should be more careful. As I said, glad I checked up, I'll add a note to my earlier post. Thanks for input. Mark.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on November 08, 2009, 04:03:21 PM
welcome

I'll add a note to my earlier post.

Instead, I would remove the link. why post link if you are not sure whether it is safe?.. (suggestion).

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: mkis on November 08, 2009, 04:07:28 PM
oh second thoughts on download site - hindsight is such a wonderful thing

I recall that Microsoft Gif Animator came with much recommendation.
But i could be wrong about that too. Perhaps some feedback there also?

I have never deleted a post as yet.
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: nmb on November 08, 2009, 04:16:38 PM
here is the link to MS gif animator : http://www.jhepple.com/gif_animator.htm

is that the one you are talking about?

nmb
Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
Post by: YoKenny on November 08, 2009, 04:17:56 PM
Other reports:

    • BrowserDefender (http://www.browserdefender.com/site/freewareweb.com/)
    •  McAfee Site Advisor (http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/freewareweb.com)

    Browser Defender  8)
    McAfee Site Advisor is way out of date and even rates sites with known malware as good  :o
    WOT is OK but is heavily infuenced by user bias  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 08, 2009, 04:22:23 PM
     I do not put much trust to McAfee Site Advisor either. I put more of the basis on user comments below McAfee's. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on November 08, 2009, 04:26:00 PM
    here is the link to MS gif animator : http://www.jhepple.com/gif_animator.htm

    is that the one you are talking about?

    nmb

    No not that one. more recent and recommendation from this forum. I'll run a search.


    Edit - probably this one - direct download

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=46029.msg386234#msg386234
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2009, 05:26:55 PM
    You could also download it from MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/)

    Direct download link:
    http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/MicrosoftGIFAnimator1.0.0.101Setup.exe (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/MicrosoftGIFAnimator1.0.0.101Setup.exe)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on November 08, 2009, 05:31:57 PM
    Check, Bob, shoulda looked there first.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on November 08, 2009, 05:48:28 PM
    fine that its available on Bob's server.

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 08, 2009, 11:57:54 PM
    Sneak Peek: Adobe Photoshop CS5 | CS5.org (http://cs5.org/?p=415#more-415)

    (http://cs5.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Adobe-Photoshop-CS5-tecnoligies.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 09, 2009, 03:35:03 AM
    I'm sure this can only Help Alwil:

    Five Best Antivirus Applications (http://lifehacker.com/5399564/five-best-antivirus-applications)

    Don't forget to vote!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on November 09, 2009, 05:00:05 PM
    I'm sure this can only Help Alwil:

    Five Best Antivirus Applications (http://lifehacker.com/5399564/five-best-antivirus-applications)

    Don't forget to vote!

    Voted :)
    avast! is 3rd at the moment, behind AVG and MSE...

    Lets just hope this one is fair... :-\
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 10, 2009, 03:41:35 PM
    Quote
    November 9, 2009 Firefox leads in browser vulnerabilities
    By Dave Jeyes

    Surpassing long-running leader Internet Explorer, the browser with the most security vulnerabilities is now Mozilla Firefox according to application security company Cenzic.

    In its latest report, Firefox accounts for 44 percent of all browser vulnerabilities. Safari ranks number two at 35 percent with Internet Explorer trailing at just 15 percent of vulnerabilities.
    http://tech.blorge.com/Structure:%20/2009/11/09/firefox-leads-in-browser-vulnerabilities
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Go Pack Go on November 10, 2009, 03:55:39 PM
    Quote
    November 9, 2009 Firefox leads in browser vulnerabilities
    By Dave Jeyes

    Surpassing long-running leader Internet Explorer, the browser with the most security vulnerabilities is now Mozilla Firefox according to application security company Cenzic.

    In its latest report, Firefox accounts for 44 percent of all browser vulnerabilities. Safari ranks number two at 35 percent with Internet Explorer trailing at just 15 percent of vulnerabilities.
    http://tech.blorge.com/Structure:%20/2009/11/09/firefox-leads-in-browser-vulnerabilities

    http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=6094 (http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=6094)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2009, 05:35:43 PM
    (http://blog.cloudantivirus.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/cloudav-10.jpg)
    Panda Cloud Antivirus (http://blog.cloudantivirus.com/)        now out of Beta (http://news.zdnet.com/2346-9595_22-363340.html?tag=nl.e539)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on November 10, 2009, 06:01:22 PM
    prompted to uninstall avast  :( ... gotta find a way  ;)

    edit: too bad I'll skip it. Never wanted to have two AV, but at least give this panda cloud a try. May be another time. Sounds interesting though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 11, 2009, 02:06:10 PM
    Emsi Software is offering a one year FREE license for their product 'a-squared Anti-Malware' on
    the 11th of November 2009, starting from 11:11 A.M. (CET), during 24 hours.
    Here is the URL link where you can download
    the software and register your license key:

    http://www.emsisoft.com/en/order/24h/ (http://www.emsisoft.com/en/order/24h/)

    ( Just passing along the information. :) )

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: jisuna23 on November 11, 2009, 02:21:17 PM
    aGuitar Pro lets you manage your guitar or bass progress with exercises on the notes and on the accords. There are many advanced lessons you can follow and surely it can be helpful for advanced students as a reference point. The program features testing tools to sample your knowledge of the harmonic world.

    http://www.gfsoftware.com/agp_information.html

    ~first time  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 11, 2009, 05:46:15 PM
    Nice program but it isn't free  :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 11, 2009, 05:53:13 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/FreeWareFromTheWWW/SpeccySummary.png)

    Summary of my main system using (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/FreeWareFromTheWWW/Speccy01.png)
    Another fine program by our friends at Piriform which is still in Beta but is working well on my system.
    More information is  available here (http://www.piriform.com/speccy).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 11, 2009, 09:30:36 PM
    Emsi Software is offering a one year FREE license for their product 'a-squared Anti-Malware' on
    the 11th of November 2009, starting from 11:11 A.M. (CET), during 24 hours.
    Here is the URL link where you can download
    the software and register your license key:

    http://www.emsisoft.com/en/order/24h/ (http://www.emsisoft.com/en/order/24h/)

    ( Just passing along the information. :) )
    Just passing along the information that it had too many false positives for me when I had it.

    Please read:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=50803.0

    I'll stick with avast! and MBAM.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on November 13, 2009, 05:33:22 AM
    Quote
    Expert says Adobe Flash policy is risky
    by Elinor Mills

    A lax security policy in Adobe Flash puts visitors to user-generated content site at risk, says a researcher who has found a technique exploiting the way browsers handling Flash files.

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-10396326-245.html?tag=newsEditorsPicksArea.0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 13, 2009, 09:56:37 AM
    Quote
    Expert says Adobe Flash policy is risky
    by Elinor Mills

    A lax security policy in Adobe Flash puts visitors to user-generated content site at risk, says a researcher who has found a technique exploiting the way browsers handling Flash files.

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-10396326-245.html?tag=newsEditorsPicksArea.0

    From the news article
    Quote
    Flash payload could "theoretically" still be executed, but it would be incredibly difficult to do, Baily wrote in his post.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: fredvries on November 14, 2009, 01:23:05 PM
    Fix WU Utility v 1.0
    Fix WU Utility will re-register a total of 114 .dll, .ocx and .ax files which are required for the proper functioning of Windows Updates. The utility may take a few moments to run. On completion, you will see a dialog box: The process completed successfully. It has been tested on Windows 7 & Vista, 32bit and 64bit versions.

    More info here (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/repair-fix-windows-updates-with-fix-wu-utility). Download here (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/downloads/Fix%20WU.zip).

    Fix MSE Utility v 1.0
    Fix MSE Utility v 1.0 will reset all the Registry and other settings of Microsoft Security Essentials to default value.

    More info here (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/repair-microsoft-security-essentials-with-fix-mse-utility). Download here (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/downloads/Fix%20MSE.zip).

    Fix IE Utility v 1.0
    Fix IE Utility re-registers around 89 concerned .dll & .ocx files required for the smooth operation of Internet Explorer. Before running the utility, make sure that all Internet Explorer windows are closed.

    More info here (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/repair-internet-explorer-with-fix-ie-utility#more-3935) and here (http://www.ietips.net). Download here (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/downloads/Fix%20IE.zip).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on November 17, 2009, 06:08:47 PM
    Hello,

    Has anyone used this piece of code : http://www.growlforwindows.com/gfw/

    ideas?

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 18, 2009, 10:33:37 AM
    (http://blog.minabta.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/lynx.jpg)
    Ubuntu 10.04 LTS announced, codenamed Lucid Lynx (http://arstechnica.com/open-source/news/2009/09/ubuntu-1004-lts-announced-codenamed-lucid-lynx.ars)
    Ubuntu founder Mark Shuttleworth has announced that Ubuntu 10.04
    will be codenamed Lucid Lynx. Scheduled for launch in April, the
    10.04 release will be provided with long-term support.
    Offtopic: Don't it look like Snow Leopard?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rdmaloyjr on November 18, 2009, 10:56:31 AM
    It looks like Snow Lynx. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 18, 2009, 11:31:30 PM
    (https://www.dropbox.com/static/images/tour_6.jpg)
    Dropbox (https://www.dropbox.com/referrals/NTExODMxMjc5) is a simpler alternative to what you may have used in the past.

    Dropbox (https://www.dropbox.com/referrals/NTExODMxMjc5) replaces:
    Emailing file attachments to yourself and other people
    Using USB drives to move files between computers
    Renaming files to keep a history of previous versions
    Complicated backup software
    FTP servers, system-specific sharing methods, Network Attached Storage (NAS)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on November 19, 2009, 04:59:37 PM
    JavaScript, graphics performance improvements on tap for IE9

    quote : IE9 will contain a new, significantly faster JavaScript engine, it will have richer support for web standards like CSS 3, and it will use the new Direct2D and DirectWrite technology for its graphics and text rendering.

    thoughts ?

    more : http://arstechnica.com/microsoft/news/2009/11/javascript-graphics-performance-improvements-on-tap-for-ie9.ars

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on November 21, 2009, 04:32:20 AM
    Google’s Go: A New Programming Language That’s Python Meets C++ | TechCrunch (http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/11/10/google-go-language/)

    (http://cache0.techcrunch.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/gogopher.png)
    Big news for developers out there: Google has just announced
    the release of a new, open sourced programming language called Go.
    The company says that Go is experimental, and that it combines
    the performance and security benefits associated with using a
    compiled language like C++ with the speed of a dynamic language like Python.
    Go’s official mascot is Gordon the gopher, seen here.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 03, 2009, 02:42:22 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/SocialBrowsing.png)
    http://qwisk.com/ (http://qwisk.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 03, 2009, 04:41:19 PM
    (https://www.dropbox.com/static/images/tour_6.jpg)
    Dropbox (https://www.dropbox.com/referrals/NTExODMxMjc5) is a simpler alternative to what you may have used in the past.

    Dropbox (https://www.dropbox.com/referrals/NTExODMxMjc5) replaces:
    Emailing file attachments to yourself and other people
    Using USB drives to move files between computers
    Renaming files to keep a history of previous versions
    Complicated backup software
    FTP servers, system-specific sharing methods, Network Attached Storage (NAS)

    I've been having some problems with my google share Bob, and I'm thinking of dropping my google docs back to what they were, which was inventory of published docs and other drafts. I was quite liking the look of the dropbox program and downloaded it a while ago but have yet to spend worthwhile time with.

     http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg432262#msg432262

    This is what I will go for. I like this program for share.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 03, 2009, 05:30:32 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Printliminator.png)
    Save some ink, save some paper
    USE The Printliminator (BETA)

    The Printliminator is a bookmarklet with some simple tools you can use
    to makes websites print better. One click to activate, and then click
    to remove elements from the page, remove graphics, and apply better print styling.

    http://css-tricks.com/examples/ThePrintliminator/ (http://css-tricks.com/examples/ThePrintliminator/)

    I have it installed on the following Browsers:
    Google Chrome, Firefox and, IE8
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on December 03, 2009, 09:08:40 PM
    Intel unveils 48-core cloud computing silicon chip:

    http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8392392.stm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 10, 2009, 10:11:49 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/XMark4Chrome.png)
    Extensions Worth Downloading from Google Chrome's Gallery (http://lifehacker.com/5421752/18-extensions-worth-downloading-from-google-chromes-gallery)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2009, 04:07:54 AM
    (http://www.jolicloud.com/images/site/jolicloud-netbook.png)
    I've just finished installing the Jolicloud (http://www.jolicloud.com/) operating system on my computer.
    I know it belongs on a Netbook but I don't yet own one.
    In any case, it's a pleasure to use and doesn't mess up your Windows installation.
    You can download it from here (http://www.jolicloud.com/)

    (This message is being posted while on that operating system)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 12, 2009, 04:56:45 AM
    Quote
    Desktop-Reminder

    What is Desktop-Reminder?
    Desktop-Reminder is a freeware task planner for Windows to manage your tasks and other to-dos’ in easy way. Always during start of Windows it lists all tasks, which are urgent for that day. In case, there is additionally time of day in task defined, according notification message will be shown, when the time comes.
    http://www.desktop-reminder.com/en/index.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2009, 04:17:12 PM
    (http://www.jolicloud.com/images/site/jolicloud-netbook.png)
    I've just finished installing the Jolicloud (http://www.jolicloud.com/) operating system on my computer.
    I know it belongs on a Netbook but I don't yet own one.
    In any case, it's a pleasure to use and doesn't mess up your Windows installation.
    You can download it from here (http://www.jolicloud.com/)

    (This message is being posted while on that operating system)
    Has any one else given this a spin ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on December 12, 2009, 04:20:24 PM
    I'm downloading the ISO now... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 15, 2009, 11:18:44 AM
    Change DNS Settings on the Fly Using DNS Jumper
    http://www.askvg.com/change-dns-settings-on-the-fly-using-dns-jumper/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29

    Changing DNS settings requires some steps to follow and some people might find it difficult, so here we are sharing a very small utility which allows you to change DNS settings on the fly.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Shiw Liang on December 15, 2009, 03:37:16 PM
    Can we use it without windows?
    By the way can I get some feature of it first from people who just tried it here?
    Sorry but just a bit careful don't wanna take time to reformat my laptop it takes so much time so...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 15, 2009, 06:15:41 PM
    Can we use it without windows?
    By the way can I get some feature of it first from people who just tried it here?
    Sorry but just a bit careful don't wanna take time to reformat my laptop it takes so much time so...
    Check out the website. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 15, 2009, 08:26:42 PM
    Good place to start

    http://code.google.com/speed/public-dns/docs/using.html

    Or at Introduction on same page.

    I'm not sure I have the time to consider such changes until next year.
    By that time more should be revealed. More experiences and outcomes will have been posted.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 15, 2009, 11:55:52 PM
    (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/th_PortableUbuntu02.png) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/?action=view&current=2206626f.pbw)
    Click picture for Screenshot Slideshow

    Portable Ubuntu is a stand-alone package that runs a fairly standard (i.e. orange-colored, GNOME-based) version
    of the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution.
    It just doesn't bother creating its own desktop, and puts all its windows inside your Windows, er, windows.
    Home Page: http://portableubuntu.demonccc.com.ar/ (http://portableubuntu.demonccc.com.ar/)
    Download:  http://portableubuntu.demonccc.com.ar/en/download (http://portableubuntu.demonccc.com.ar/en/download)
    You can also download it from MySharedFiles: http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Linux/Portable_Ubuntu_DOS_Lite_release_2.exe (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Linux/Portable_Ubuntu_DOS_Lite_release_2.exe)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: Mac :. on December 16, 2009, 04:55:12 AM
    Psystar Ordered to stop selling mac clones (http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/09/12/15/apple_wins_permanent_injunction_against_clone_mac_maker_psystar.html)

     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 16, 2009, 02:34:20 PM
    Windows Secrets Lounge

    http://windowssecrets.com/comp/091215#story1

    I joined today. I had to. My time is spent repairing and tuning only Windows systems.
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 16, 2009, 05:33:29 PM
    (http://www.virustotal.com/images/en_virustotal-uploader.png)
    VirusTotal Uploader (http://www.virustotal.com/metodos.html)
    This little Windows Only utility automatically uploads any file to online virus scanner VirusTotal,
    scanning it for viruses with 41 different popular antivirus applications—and now it's even better and faster,
    with instant hash checking, letting you skip uploads altogether.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on December 16, 2009, 06:04:12 PM
    nice one bob3160 another cool tool
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 16, 2009, 07:07:53 PM
    Yes one that is very handy for those active in the viruses and worms forum.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on December 16, 2009, 07:44:02 PM
    ***

    A very handy utility, Bob ... thanks!


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jab13 on December 18, 2009, 12:25:42 AM
    Very convenient, great find!  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2009, 01:15:56 AM
    I knew I wouldn't be the only one to like this little gem. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on December 18, 2009, 01:25:36 AM
    What do you think of this?

    AV-Test.Org Releases Real-World Malware Protection Report (http://blogs.pcmag.com/securitywatch/2009/12/av-testorg_releases_real-world.php)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2009, 02:58:56 AM
    What do you think of this?

    AV-Test.Org Releases Real-World Malware Protection Report (http://blogs.pcmag.com/securitywatch/2009/12/av-testorg_releases_real-world.php)
    Not much since avast! isn't one of the products listed.   :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on December 18, 2009, 07:55:31 AM
    (http://www.virustotal.com/images/en_virustotal-uploader.png)
    VirusTotal Uploader (http://www.virustotal.com/metodos.html)
    This little Windows Only utility automatically uploads any file to online virus scanner VirusTotal,
    scanning it for viruses with 41 different popular antivirus applications—and now it's even better and faster,
    with instant hash checking, letting you skip uploads altogether.

    Is that new?  I'm surprised that one of us hasn't stumbled upon it earlier!

    That's a nice tool.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on December 18, 2009, 10:21:13 AM
    Quote
    Is that new?

    no, it's just a new version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 18, 2009, 11:06:04 AM
    I had it before when I was having problems with one of my own computers. I thought a temporary measure for times when still in warzone of fight with some nasty. But I can see the app in a whole different light now. Certainly part of the toolkit with all the other essentials.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2009, 02:25:16 PM
    Quote
    Is that new?

    no, it's just a new version.
    It's new for me and any one else who hasn't been using it. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 18, 2009, 06:28:10 PM
    Its a new find again for me Bob thanks to you posting in this thread.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on December 18, 2009, 09:39:11 PM
    What do you think of this?

    AV-Test.Org Releases Real-World Malware Protection Report (http://blogs.pcmag.com/securitywatch/2009/12/av-testorg_releases_real-world.php)
    Not much since avast! isn't one of the products listed.   :(
    ok, in this one you can find avast! too!!

    AV-Comparatives
    Whole Product Dynamic Test - December 2009
    http://docs.google.com/viewer?url=http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/dyn/dynamic2009.pdf (http://docs.google.com/viewer?url=http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/dyn/dynamic2009.pdf)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on December 20, 2009, 01:12:20 PM
    img width=547 height=364]http://www.jolicloud.com/images/site/jolicloud-netbook.png[/img]
    I've just finished installing the Jolicloud (http://www.jolicloud.com/) operating system on my computer.
    I know it belongs on a Netbook but I don't yet own one.
    In any case, it's a pleasure to use and doesn't mess up your Windows installation.
    You can download it from here (http://www.jolicloud.com/)

    (This message is being posted while on that operating system)

    I like it. Seems like a nicer interface than some of the other linux OSes I have used in a VM and it is well optimised for the smaller screens, the only one so far that is fine in the limited size of my VM (800*600)
    I also like the cloud thingy too, clever idea...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on December 23, 2009, 05:06:27 PM
    Backupify

    Quote
    Backupify backs up all your online accounts (Gmail, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, and a ton more) to the cloud, normally for a nominal fee—but until January 31, 2010, all Backupify accounts will be free with unlimited storage.

    Anyone who signs up for an account during this free period, however, will remain free—and unlimited—forever.

    http://www.backupify.com/

    more : http://lifehacker.com/5432282/backupify-cloud-backup-free-until-january-31-stays-free-if-you-sign-up-now
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 23, 2009, 06:40:36 PM
    Just found this today, wonderful program and it is incredibility easy to use, portable too!

    SysInspector http://www.eset.com/download/sysinspector.php (http://www.eset.com/download/sysinspector.php)

    Quote
    ESET SysInspector is a free, state of the art diagnostic tool for Windows systems. It is also an integral part of ESET Smart Security 4 and ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4. It peers into your operating system and captures details such as running processes, registry content, startup items and network connections. Once a snapshot of the system is made, ESET SysInspector applies heuristics to assign a risk level for each object logged. Its intuitive graphical user interface enables the user to easily slice through the large volume of data using a slider to select objects of a particular color coded risk level for closer examination. ESET SysInspector is a convenient utility for the tool box of every IT expert and first responder.
    Key Features:

        * Ability to generate and save a detailed log to be used by an IT expert or uploaded to an online forum for diagnosis
        * Option to exclude private, personal information from being saved in logs
        * Integrated Anti-Stealth technology allows discovering hidden objects (e.g. rootkits) in MBR, registry entries, drivers, services and processes
        * Ability to compare two existing logs for differences makes it easy to detect changes over time
        * Log entries are assigned a color code risk level for easy filtering
        * Intuitive hierarchical navigation of logs
        * Fast and compact single file executable, ideal for first responders to run from a USB drive without lengthy installation
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on December 24, 2009, 05:20:06 AM
    hey i found this today just researching anyone know if this thing is any good it says it can work with other security products. biggest downside is its trial does not allow removal of anything detected, like prevx . its called Exterminate It, here is the link, hxxp://www.exterminate-it.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 24, 2009, 07:04:47 AM
    hey i found this today just researching anyone know if this thing is any good it says it can work with other security products. biggest downside is its trial does not allow removal of anything detected, like prevx . its called Exterminate It, here is the link, hxxp://www.exterminate-it.com/

    Rated "Poor" by WOT for malware...etc.  :-\
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on December 24, 2009, 07:08:01 AM
    Well then i guess that's that  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on December 24, 2009, 08:51:37 AM
    Rated "Poor" by WOT for malware...etc.  :-\

    yes, http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/exterminate-it.com

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 24, 2009, 11:18:49 AM
    hey i found this today just researching anyone know if this thing is any good it says it can work with other security products. biggest downside is its trial does not allow removal of anything detected, like prevx . its called Exterminate It, here is the link, http://www.exterminate-it.com/

    Rated "Poor" by WOT for malware...etc.  :-\
    http://hosts-file.net/?s=www.exterminate-it.com <== FSA - sites engaged in the selling or distribution of bogus or fraudulent applications

     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on December 24, 2009, 11:29:53 AM
    exterminate-it.com

    (http://www.siteadvisor.com/images/red-xbg2.gif)McAfee TrustedSource web reputation analysis found potential security risks with this site. Use with extreme caution.

    http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/exterminate-it.com (http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/exterminate-it.com)
          

    Quote
    EXTERMINATE-IT.COM WEB SITE OWNER COMMENT:
    First of all I would like to thank you for writing your reviews.

    Right now let's answer open topics / questions

    1. Whois protection is not the sign of "malware behaviour".
    Many respectable sites are protected by whois protection. Our whois protection reasons are not related with quality of our services and software provided.

    In the moment we are concentrated on ticket and email-based support - because we believe that this is most efficient way to resolve malware related problems.


    2. Feel free to request free one week Exterminate It! Antimalware trial by contacting our Support Team:

    http://www.exterminate-it.com/support


    3. One week trial will be shortly publicly available


    4. We was listed on the http://hosts-file.net based on personal opinion of MysteryFCM (hosts-file.net owner) after arguing with him on malwarebytes forum:

    http://www.malwarebytes.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=5928


    5. About links from "variety of download.com "wannabe" web sites". Exterminate It! is distributed via RegNow Affiliate Network. Every site can promote Exterminate It! and receive their affiliate revenue. This is legal.

    We listed on many respectable web sites like download.com, download.cnet.com where software carefully checked prior to uploading.


    6. Does anyone has tried the Exterminate It! antimalware before writing this review ?

    The bottom line is: Exterminate It! is more than 2 years on the market - with thousands of happy customers.

    We help in many cases when other brand antivirus / antimalware cannot.

    We provide refunds immediately if we cannot remove infection from your PC upon first client request.

    No one question will be left unanswered!

    Also Exterminate It! provides many unique features as improved antirootkit scanning and Submit State processing - zero day infection detection / removal functionality.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 24, 2009, 03:10:17 PM
    Well then i guess that's that  ;)

    My father used that on his PC for months, when he asked me if I could check why it was "running so slow" I saw that program almost immediately and was like "Uh....wow Dad...."

    Merry Christmas pinnacle. Merry Christmas everyone.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on December 24, 2009, 09:26:25 PM
    Okay, so that test went pretty well all three website advisors scored perfect (He, He, He, )  Hmmm which one should I use, eanie,  meanie , minie.  mo  Dam!!! that's why i found mywebsearch on my PC later that day.  all gone now. Man its dangerous out here on the net, OH DARN...... INCOMING......soooooooosssh.......BAM!!!  freaking malware   well seriously had no idea it was bad  that just goes to show the true worth of those handy tools I appreciate the rapid response thank you all.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2009, 01:37:39 AM
    Since the link isn't any good, Why is it still LIVE ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on December 25, 2009, 01:42:21 AM
    by bad i meant did not realize it was...... E...V...I...L...!!!!!!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 25, 2009, 02:10:01 AM
    Man its dangerous out here on the net, OH DARN...... INCOMING......soooooooosssh.......BAM!!!  freaking malware   well seriously had no idea it was bad  that just goes to show the true worth of those handy tools I appreciate the rapid response thank you all.

     ;) I got a good 'laff outta that. Haha P, you might want to go back and edit your post when you mentioned the program, replace the http with hxxp so its not "clickable".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 26, 2009, 02:48:56 AM
    Google Namebench Helps You Find the Fastest DNS Server for Your Computer

    http://lifehacker.com/5420931/namebench-helps-you-find-the-fastest-dns-server-for-your-computer (http://lifehacker.com/5420931/namebench-helps-you-find-the-fastest-dns-server-for-your-computer)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 26, 2009, 04:52:19 AM
    Instantly download your favorite security tools, along with their definitions with Lunarsoft Anti-Malware Toolkit

    http://www.lunarsoft.net/news/lunarsoft/336-anti-malware-toolkit-103125 (http://www.lunarsoft.net/news/lunarsoft/336-anti-malware-toolkit-103125)

    One of my new favorites.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on December 26, 2009, 05:24:42 AM
    Alan|Cvette  I got a good 'laff outta that. Haha P, you might want to go back and edit your post when you mentioned the program, replace the http with hxxp so its not "clickable". I fixed that thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on December 26, 2009, 07:12:44 AM
    Is there any news about ROCKMELT browser?

    Netscape founder Marc Andreessen is backing a new browser dedicated to browsing Facebook, called RockMelt


    I don't trust WOT

    If the majority of its users hate PINK then PINK will be blocked.

    If the majority of its users are Chinese then all democratic sites will be blocked

    Just biased to the core
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on December 27, 2009, 08:37:08 PM
    Hi you malware fighters,

    Polonus and CharleyO already use this, but you can also benefit from these free scans of
    running system scans.

    You scan your HJT logfile to get a tasks survey here: http://www.computer-support.nl/Systeemtaken/Scan.php
    Then scan these processes automatically and download the Agics Hashcheck, download from here:
    http://www.computer-support.nl/Software/AHC/Setup.exe

    I found that free tool for us here: http://www.computer-support.nl/Systeemtaken/Taakinfo/18636/jqs.exe/
    American version:
    http://www.backgroundtask.eu/Systeemtaken/Index.php

    For more info on a particular process, click through or get it here:
    http://www.backgroundtask.eu/Systeemtaken/More_info.php

    On this site all the good and bad versions of a certain process are also given, be worried if you stumble upon a 0.0.0.0 version, it is a malware version....

    Additionally also use ThreatExpert Memory Scanner: download and tutorial here: http://www.threatexpert.com/memoryscanner.aspx

    Enjoy my good friends,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 27, 2009, 08:54:36 PM
    Outpost Firewall PRO -  Lifetime Licenses!

       http://www.agnitum.com/products/outpost/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 27, 2009, 09:11:12 PM
    Outpost Firewall PRO -  Lifetime Licenses!

       http://www.agnitum.com/products/outpost/

    Yes, they do this from time to time, I got mine many years ago, the good thing on this one is it is for 3 licenses/systems, great value.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 27, 2009, 09:14:23 PM
    Now that we'll have AIS, I'm not so self confidence that we should post about the concurrence (not freeware even). At least, in the near future.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on December 27, 2009, 09:38:02 PM
    Outpost Firewall PRO -  Lifetime Licenses!

       http://www.agnitum.com/products/outpost/

    Yep, good deal. I took advantage of exact same promotion earlier in the year. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 31, 2009, 06:40:27 PM
    LinkExtend, for a multi-opinion safety rating. http://www.linkextend.com/download/ (http://www.linkextend.com/download/) Firefox & Flock.

    When I installed this months ago I didn't like it, was too un-organized, couldn't understand it. But decided to give it a 2nd chance.

    I really am enjoying it so far, after a little bit of organizing via moving around the toolbar buttons 'n such, it is very nice. I've taken a screen shot with WOT enabled so you can see a comparison.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 31, 2009, 10:12:38 PM
    LinkExtend, for a multi-opinion safety rating.

    When I installed this months ago I didn't like it, was too un-organized, couldn't understand it. But decided to give it a 2nd chance.

    I really am enjoying it so far, after a little bit of organizing via moving around the toolbar buttons 'n such, it is very nice. I've taken a screen shot with WOT enabled so you can see a comparison.
    This is for Firefox and Flock:
    http://www.linkextend.com/download/ (http://www.linkextend.com/download/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on December 31, 2009, 11:38:42 PM
    Thanks Bob, forgot to mention that  ;)

    *Edit, I musta been out of it this morning, I even forgot the link  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 01, 2010, 06:20:06 PM
    LinkExtend, for a multi-opinion safety rating.

    When I installed this months ago I didn't like it, was too un-organized, couldn't understand it. But decided to give it a 2nd chance.

    I really am enjoying it so far, after a little bit of organizing via moving around the toolbar buttons 'n such, it is very nice. I've taken a screen shot with WOT enabled so you can see a comparison.
    This is for Firefox and Flock:
    http://www.linkextend.com/download/ (http://www.linkextend.com/download/)

    Thank you Bob and Alan, look likes a Great idea, but it need a few more works and improvement. need to works more on networks usage for faster responce and also I felt it has some impact on Firefox performance, yet it can improve so much.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan|Cvette on January 01, 2010, 11:42:52 PM
    Yes, I have seen a few performance issues here and there, room for improvement. But its a hopeful.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 03, 2010, 05:04:58 PM
    Xion Audio Player

    (http://i48.tinypic.com/qziujn.jpg)

    Xion Audio Player is ultra light and only consumes minimal amounts of RAM and CPU.

    http://xion.r2.com.au/index.php?page=download

    Portable Download

    http://www.r2.com.au/downloads/files/xion_v1.0b125.zip


    Features

        * Ultra easy to skin using a powerful skinning system (No coding required!)
        * Complete animation support
        * Skins load directly from .PSD files, not script or extra files required!
        * Powerful playlist support
        * Seamless playback
        * Crossfading support
        * 10 band equalizer with presets
        * Blazingly fast, low cpu and low memory consumption
        * MP3/OGG (Shoutcast, etc) internet radio streaming
        * Customizable global hotkeys
        * Auto play and position saver
        * Single click play/pause
        * Volume and balance controls
        * Full system tray functionality
        * MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger Integration
        * Component Plugin system
        * Portable version available


    Supported file formats

        * Advanced Audio Coding (.Aac)
        * Dolby Digital AC-3 (.Ac3)
        * CRI ADX (.Adx)
        * CRI AIX(.Aix)
        * Audio Interchange File Format (.Aiff)
        * Monkey's Audio (.Ape, .Mac)
        * Advanced Streaming format (.Asf)
        * CD Audio (.Cda)
        * Free Lossless Audio Codec (.Flac)
        * Impulse Tracker (.It)
        * MIDI music (.Mid, .Midi, .Kar, .Rmi)
        * Protracker / FastTracker (.Mod)
        * MP3/OGG compressed MOD music (.Mo3)
        * MPEG I/II Layer 1 (.Mp1)
        * MPEG I/II Layer 2 (.Mp2)
        * MPEG I/II Layer 3 (.Mp3)
        * Advanced Audio Coding MPEG-4 (.Mp4)
        * Apple Lossless Audio Codec (.M4a)
        * Musepack (.Mpc, .Mp+, .Mpp)
        * OptimFROG (.Ofr, .Ofs)
        * Ogg Vorbis (.Ogg)
        * Scream Tracker 3 (.S3m)
        * DirectMusic Files (.Sgt)
        * Speex (.Spx)
        * The True Audio (.Tta)
        * Unreal/Unreal Tournament Music File (.Umx)
        * Microsoft Wave files (.Wav)
        * Windows Media Audio (.Wma)
        * WavPack (.wv)
        * FastTracker 2 (.Xm)


    Supported playlist formats

        * M3u - M3U Playlist
        * Pls - PLS Playlist
        * Wpl - Windows Media Playlist

    Supported Operating Systems

        * Windows 2000
        * Windows 2003
        * Windows XP
        * Windows Vista
        * Windows 7

    LOTS OF SKINS TOO
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 04, 2010, 03:27:18 PM
    (http://images.pcworld.com/news/graphics/172123-google-chrome-thumb_original.jpg)
    Top 10 Chrome Browser Add-ons (http://lm.pcworld.com/t/824859/6012530/42519/0/)
     Some of these extensions for Google's browser will boost productivity and some are just plain fun.
    You need Google Chrome Beta to use any of these Add-ons. Get it from here (http://www.google.com/landing/chrome/beta/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 06, 2010, 01:55:27 PM
    Firefox 3.5.7

    * Fixed a common stability issue.
    * Fixed a problem with how updates were being presented to users.

    http://www.filehippo.com/download_firefox/

    Flock 2.5.6

    # New Features

    * Based on the Firefox 3 technology, providing a faster, safer, and more stable web surfing experience.
    * Incorporated Mozilla's 3.0.16 patch for Firefox.
    * Incorporated the latest Adobe Flash Player version.

    http://www.filehippo.com/download_flock/

    Comodo Internet Security 3.13.125662

    * NEW! AV engine was integrated

    http://www.filehippo.com/download_comodo/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2010, 11:30:17 PM
    Firefox 3.5.7

    * Fixed a common stability issue.
    * Fixed a problem with how updates were being presented to users.

    http://www.filehippo.com/download_firefox/

    Flock 2.5.6

    # New Features

    * Based on the Firefox 3 technology, providing a faster, safer, and more stable web surfing experience.
    * Incorporated Mozilla's 3.0.16 patch for Firefox.
    * Incorporated the latest Adobe Flash Player version.

    http://www.filehippo.com/download_flock/

    Comodo Internet Security 3.13.125662

    * NEW! AV engine was integrated

    http://www.filehippo.com/download_comodo/
    Aren't these updates and therefore belong in the update section ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on January 09, 2010, 01:44:28 AM
    Microsoft Office 2010 is now adware. Shame on Microsoft.

    Microsoft Office Coming in Ad-Supported Version (http://www.pcworld.com/article/186043/microsoft_office_coming_in_adsupported_version.html)

    Quote
    Microsoft Tuesday said it would include an advertising-supported version of Office 2010 on new PCs as well as offer users a virtualized version that stream Office to a PC to run alongside existing versions.


    Source: PC World
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 09, 2010, 03:58:37 AM
    Microsoft Office 2010 is now adware. Shame on Microsoft.

    Microsoft Office Coming in Ad-Supported Version (http://www.pcworld.com/article/186043/microsoft_office_coming_in_adsupported_version.html)

    Quote
    Microsoft Tuesday said it would include an advertising-supported version of Office 2010 on new PCs as well as offer users a virtualized version that stream Office to a PC to run alongside existing versions.


    Source: PC World
    I've checked out the beta of this some time back and it's a free way to utilize the main parts of Office 2010.
    You can always purchase Office 2010 and then there aren't any ads.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 09, 2010, 09:15:29 AM
    yeah, and there's never been ads in betas  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 09, 2010, 06:14:28 PM
    Microsoft Cooking Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-cooking-windows-7-service-pack-1-sp1/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 09, 2010, 06:36:54 PM
    would be about time...already threeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee months  ;D OK seriously, I know it's gonna be a beta/RC (the SP) during months and won't be released before May or June. It's not that badly needed yet is it  :D Personally I wouldn't install a beta service pack  ;) It was OK to run the beta of the OS, the RC too, living "dangerously" a few months (just kidding, they were stable, otherwise...) but I won't risk an unfinished upgrade on my final version install  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on January 12, 2010, 01:24:37 AM
    Okay, Microsoft is violating their own End-User License Agreement. I wonder why they didn't bother to include the Home Editions?

    Microsoft Adds Office, Windows rental option (http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-10432154-56.html?tag=newsEditorsPicksArea.0)

    Source: CNET News
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 12, 2010, 04:18:53 PM
    I've not used this, but maybe someone find it useful: http://webtrickz.com/view-suspicious-files-hidden-inside-usbpen-drives/ (http://webtrickz.com/view-suspicious-files-hidden-inside-usbpen-drives/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 13, 2010, 02:45:09 PM
    As ZDNet’s Sam Diaz reports:
    Quote
    Over the next few weeks, Google Docs will expand to allow users to upload any type of file - music, photos, graphics, zip files, and more -
    into their accounts. The file size maxes out at 250 MB and there’s a minimum 1 GB of storage space included with the account.
    Another good reason to get Google Docs (http://www.google.com/google-d-s/intl/en/tour1.html)

    Could this be the long awaited GDrive ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 16, 2010, 11:40:59 AM
    as always, new false positivies in Avira!
    RapidShare.com (new)
    Blogger.com Graphics (for about a month and no fix yet!)

    and mad users in Avira forum who wants their money back!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 16, 2010, 11:58:37 AM
    as always, new false positivies in Avira!
    RapidShare.com (new)
    Blogger.com Graphics (for about a month and no fix yet!)

    and mad users in Avira forum who wants their money back!

    yep, it's been like that @ Avira for years (FPs), and they still claim to be the best AV etc...
    http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=104374
    the funniest is that the thread is marked as "solved"  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 16, 2010, 12:14:31 PM
    as always, new false positivies in Avira!
    RapidShare.com (new)
    Blogger.com Graphics (for about a month and no fix yet!)

    and mad users in Avira forum who wants their money back!

    yep, it's been like that @ Avira for years (FPs), and they still claim to be the best AV etc...
    http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=104374
    the funniest is that the thread is marked as "solved"  ;D
    That's why I ditched Avira and came to avast!

    Maybe my posts over there were deleted by the moderators as they could not figure out how to solve a simple problem and embarase themselves.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 16, 2010, 02:14:03 PM
    yep, it's been like that @ Avira for years (FPs), and they still claim to be the best AV etc...
    http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=104374
    the funniest is that the thread is marked as "solved"  ;D
    it's not just that  ;D There are older Thread for same problem http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=103819 (http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=103819)

    you wanna more fun? there are no support neither any updates (FPs Fix etc.) in Weekends! ;) you have to wait their Techs back!

    That's why I ditched Avira and came to avast!

    Maybe my posts over there were deleted by the moderators as they could not figure out how to solve a simple problem and embarase themselves.

    you are right YoKenny, the mods and developer rarely listen to users, there are some bugs from years ago in Avira which yet has not been solved, problems from version 7 and yet in beta 10 there are same problems... but no one can ignore their high detection rate.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 16, 2010, 02:24:49 PM
    Quote
    it's not just that  Grin There are older Thread for same problem
    yeah that's why I said for years  ;)

    so you're saying no update during week ends in a case of a general FP failure... cool  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Shiw Liang on January 16, 2010, 05:28:53 PM
    yep, it's been like that @ Avira for years (FPs), and they still claim to be the best AV etc...
    http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=104374
    the funniest is that the thread is marked as "solved"  ;D
    it's not just that  ;D There are older Thread for same problem http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=103819 (http://forum.avira.com/wbb/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=103819)

    you wanna more fun? there are no support neither any updates (FPs Fix etc.) in Weekends! ;) you have to wait their Techs back!

    That's why I ditched Avira and came to avast!

    Maybe my posts over there were deleted by the moderators as they could not figure out how to solve a simple problem and embarase themselves.

    you are right YoKenny, the mods and developer rarely listen to users, there are some bugs from years ago in Avira which yet has not been solved, problems from version 7 and yet in beta 10 there are same problems... but no one can ignore their high detection rate.
    Wow the moderator don't seem effective at all^_^"
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on January 22, 2010, 07:22:15 AM
    Simple Adblock is a simple browser extension for Internet Explorer designed to make ad blocking easy. Simple Adblock blocks all kinds of advertising from websites including flash ads, banner ads, rich media, slide-ins and fly-ins.


    http://simple-adblock.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on January 24, 2010, 02:17:25 PM
    No more stylus, no more touch screen. Say hello to:

    New Input Interface by Tokyo University (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5rDnSeRzwA&feature=topvideos)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 24, 2010, 05:08:02 PM
    Reminds me of the Telephone commercial:
    "Let your fingers do the walking"
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 24, 2010, 05:10:20 PM
    No more stylus, no more touch screen. Say hello to:

    New Input Interface by Tokyo University (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5rDnSeRzwA&feature=topvideos)

    great, fantastic  ;) ... for portable devices I mean. Can't see myself doing that on a desktop monitor though, mouse still rules  ;D ... also, someone could click behind your back in the subway >>>> real world trojans!  :D wonder what avast could do against that  ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2010, 05:14:37 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/ShellFTP/WPSpecial.png)
    http://www.winpatrol.com/ (http://www.winpatrol.com/)

    Be Patient
    I've been a Plus user for many years but, this was worth an extra license to be used as a gift. :)

    It took me about 20 min. and many uses of the back button to finally get the transaction done.

    Hopefully avast! 5's order lpage will get that busy too, :)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 29, 2010, 05:49:37 PM
    Now that is a bargain you/I can't pass up.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on January 30, 2010, 03:53:23 PM
    Sounds like Bill's experiment was wildly successful.  ;D

    http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2010/01/great-99-cent-software-experiment.html
    Quote
    The bad results is due to my under estimating the popularity of this offer. Normally I would be able to handle the support for thousands of new users. WinPatrol is easy to use and understand so my support Email is usually simple. Unfortunately, a failure in the step that creates PLUS codes has increased my Email today.

    When folks purchase the PLUS upgrade it’s via a 3rd party storefront or PayPal which can easily handle the traffic. At the completion of the order they’re sent back to WinPatrol.com where we create a PLUS activation code. Unfortunately, this is the point where our web traffic is backed up.

    If you’ve purchased WinPatrol PLUS but didn’t get your PLUS code just Email support@WinPatrol.com. I’m working as quickly as possible to make sure everyone receives their PLUS code so they can activate WinPatrol PLUS.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 30, 2010, 04:24:41 PM
    I guess I got in early, as no problems here ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 30, 2010, 05:40:27 PM
    I am a user of WinPatrol Plus but I have never found any malware with it. I don't think I have any use.

    How does it help?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 30, 2010, 05:48:21 PM
    Prevention of course.

    It isn't looking for malware as such but monitoring your system for changes, etc. that could inducate the presence of malware. I suggest you spend some time looking at the settings and functions and you will see exactly what it does.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 30, 2010, 06:02:29 PM
    @ DavidR

    Yeah, I really didn't look much into it. Only now I started looking into it. This is why, I used to get confirmation pop ups whenever I installed a new software with regards to start up and other changes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on January 30, 2010, 06:07:10 PM
    I am a user of WinPatrol Plus but I have never found any malware with it. I don't think I have any use.

    How does it help?

    WinPatrol has never alerted me to malware on my computer either, but that's because I practice safe hex and malware hasn't gotten on my computer in the first place.  If I ever screw up and let malware on somehow, WinPatrol is one of the many tools I have installed which may detect it and help mitigate any damage.

    What WinPatrol does do for me is alert me when a program install makes changes to my system that I might not otherwise know about such as adding Startup Programs, IE Helpers and Toolbars, Scheduled Tasks, Services, ActiveX additions, etc.  Many programs that aren't malware make changes like this.  I want to know about them and sometimes disable the changes, especially unwanted additions to Startup Programs and Services.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2010, 04:27:14 PM
    Some friendly email advice to cut down on spam

    Any time you see an E-Mail that says forward this on to "10" of your friends, or sign this petition,
    or you'll get bad luck, good luck, or whatever,  it almost always has an  E-Mail tracker program attached
    that tracks the cookies and E-Mails of those folks you forward to.   
    The host sender is getting a copy each time it gets forwarded and then is able to get lists of "active" E-Mails
    to use in SPAM E-Mails, or sell to other spammers.
     
    Almost all E-Mails that ask you to add your name and forward on to others are similar to that mass letter
    years ago that asked people to send business cards to the little kid in Florida who wanted to break the Guinness Book
    of Records for the most cards.
    All it was, and all any of this type of E-Mail is, is a way to get names and "cookie" tracking information for telemarketers
    and spammers - - to validate active E-Mail accounts for their own profitable purposes.

    If you have been sending out (FORWARDING) the above kinds of E-Mail, now you know why you get so much SPAM!
     
    Do yourself a favor and STOP adding your name(s) to those types of listings regardless how inviting they might sound!
    You may think you are supporting a GREAT cause, but you are NOT in the long run. Instead, you will be getting tons of junk mail later! 
    Plus, we are helping the spammers get rich! Let's don't make it easy for them!
     
    Also: E-Mail petitions are NOT acceptable to Congress or any other organization. To be acceptable,
    petitions must have a signed signature and full address of the person signing the petition.

    FINAL TIP:  DELETE ALL EMAILS ADDRESSES WHEN FWDG & SEND BCC ONLY, THIS ALSO ELIMINATES SPAM.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 01, 2010, 04:32:17 PM
    there's also the case of infected mails harvesting people's address books and sending spam/scam to every one in it, I've seen this happen recently.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 03, 2010, 12:52:00 AM
    After the Deadline Brings Better Grammar and Spellchecking to Firefox, and It's Awesome (http://lifehacker.com/5461547/after-the-deadline-brings-better-grammar-and-spellchecking-to-firefox-and-its-awesome)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 03, 2010, 04:06:31 PM
    (http://www.devicedoctor.com/images2/logo.jpg)

    I just received this and thought it might interest every one:
    Quote
    Hi Bob!

    Firstly, I just wanted to thank you from all of us at Device Doctor for your support. Our little free driver app has become more popular than we ever imagined. Since we don't send emails often, this was a good opportunity to mention it!

    Today saw the release of our U3-compatible Device Doctor installer, designed for USB drives with U3 technology. It installs easily and resides silently on your USB key until the moment you need it, ready to scan any computer for the latest driver updates - very handy!

    Download Device Doctor U3 installer from our Builds page:

    http://www.devicedoctor.com/device-doctor-builds.php (http://www.devicedoctor.com/device-doctor-builds.php)

    There you will also find our standard portable version for those with non-U3 drives. Let your techie friends know about it too, it is 100% free, just like Device Doctor!

    Best from Canada,

    Collin, Device Doctor team.

    A great way to keep your drivers updated.  The price is also right.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2010, 12:58:20 AM
    (http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/17/2010/02/340x_dishwasher.jpg)

    Today Is National PC Cleanup Day, So Let's Tidy Up Your System (http://lifehacker.com/5466871/today-is-national-pc-cleanup-day-so-lets-tidy-up-your-system)

    It would have been nice if they referred to the latest version of avast!. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2010, 09:55:31 PM
    Google Buzz Explained (http://lifehacker.com/5467841/google-buzz-explained)

    (http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/17/2010/02/500x_google_buzz.jpg)

    Google today announced a new service, Google Buzz (http://www.google.com/buzz), that automatically brings social networking into Gmail and the rest of the Google-sphere.
    Whether or not you're big on social networking sites like Twitter or Facebook, Google Buzz (http://www.google.com/buzz) offers a somewhat new and intriguing approach.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on February 11, 2010, 07:08:45 PM
    ***

    Hey Bob -

    Device Doctor is a nice find ... thanks!   :)


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 11, 2010, 07:20:57 PM
    ***

    Hey Bob -

    Device Doctor is a nice find ... thanks!   :)


    ***
    I liked it.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 11, 2010, 07:35:30 PM
    @ bob

    Thanks for bringing Device Doctor to my notice!

    Finally a free Driver Update Software
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jab13 on February 12, 2010, 04:19:06 AM
    A great way to keep your drivers updated.  The price is also right.  ;D


    Thanks Bob, this looks pretty neat, I'll have to try it out!   8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on February 12, 2010, 03:30:28 PM
    Google Buzz Explained (http://lifehacker.com/5467841/google-buzz-explained)


    Google today announced a new service, Google Buzz (http://www.google.com/buzz), that automatically brings social networking into Gmail and the rest of the Google-sphere.
    Whether or not you're big on social networking sites like Twitter or Facebook, Google Buzz (http://www.google.com/buzz) offers a somewhat new and intriguing approach.

    A long-time Google user, I was let down by Google Share when trying to transfer access to various documents in Google Docs using the tools that Google had provided. The documents copied through almost unreadable, well unusable, that is, when they did go through. Before long I found the server had gone down so access was no longer available for the poor recipient of my intended share. Looking up the problem revealed that the Server going down was a common issue and seemingly not resolvable - from Google's end anyway. I had done a test run sending the documents to one of my email addresses and the first attempts had gone through so I went ahead. This was Friday afternoon. I find out early the following week that the transfer had failed. When I checked was when I found the Server down. It stayed down until I no longer checked. Sad fact. Tell me, is this just me, or are there people out there having success with Google Share. I'd like to know. I haven't deserted Google over this, but I have returned to using Google Docs only as a repository for files to be published and for files to be stored.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 12, 2010, 04:11:21 PM
    I'm not having any problems with Google docs and use it as a repository for some of my files.
    here's just one example:
    https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeZTJjMTVkMzAtM2RjYy00OWY0LTk0OWUtZDRmNzg0ODM2Njll&export=download&hl=en (https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeZTJjMTVkMzAtM2RjYy00OWY0LTk0OWUtZDRmNzg0ODM2Njll&export=download&hl=en)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on February 13, 2010, 04:13:00 AM
    Microsoft halts Windows Update distribution of security fix after blue-screen reports


    Microsoft has removed one group of patches it released as part of this week’s Patch Tuesday — MS10-015 (KB977165) – from its Windows Update service until it can investigate reports by some users that it is causing havoc with their PCs.


    http://blogs.zdnet.com/microsoft/?p=5250
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on February 13, 2010, 12:38:29 PM
    @ Marc57

    No BSODs for me on XP Pro.
    Quote
    Update (February 12): Microsoft security experts say that some of the problems may be due to prior malware infestations on Windows users’ machines, as my colleague Ed Bott notes. The Softies are continuing their investigation.

    Quote
    Nothing I have seen suggests this is truly a widespread problem. Given that several hundred million people have downloaded this update, even a tiny fraction of a percent would result in thousands of affected systems.
    http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=1764&tag=col1;post-1764
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 13, 2010, 07:02:55 PM
    No problem here on 3 Windows 7 systems. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on February 14, 2010, 04:50:47 AM
    I'm not having any problems with Google docs and use it as a repository for some of my files.
    here's just one example:
    https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeZTJjMTVkMzAtM2RjYy00OWY0LTk0OWUtZDRmNzg0ODM2Njll&export=download&hl=en (https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeZTJjMTVkMzAtM2RjYy00OWY0LTk0OWUtZDRmNzg0ODM2Njll&export=download&hl=en)

    yes Google Docs is fine for me too. Its when I use Share - the program sends an email to the recipient and that person is then able to access Google docs files that I have allowed them access to, and in this case they were also allowed edit and save privileges. It didn't work, not so much as I would feel confident to use it again some time. I think the time would be better spent looking at Dropbox.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 16, 2010, 02:42:34 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Aviary.png)

    Photoshop in the Clouds and totally Free. (http://aviary.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on February 16, 2010, 10:27:16 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - 10 hrs 46 mins to run
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/

    Easeus Data Recovery Wizard


    I have the program on the old computer but have never needed to use. Wont hurt to add to the pair of identical computers I currently use (with avast 5). Given time, I can set up a few tests to trial the software.


    Edit - okay I get the following message with install -

    We strongly recommend never installing Data Recovery Wizard on the same drive that you want to recover data from. Installation to the same drive will cause a permanent data loss and less chance to restore.

    Current installation path: C:\Program Files\EASEUS\EASEUS Data Recovery Wizard 5.0.1

    Continue to Install?

    ---------

    So I install program to current installation path - and when needed (say, for client), hook the drive that needs data to be recovered from to this drive, either as slave or inside enclosure, or whatever means at hand.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on February 16, 2010, 11:14:14 PM
    Hi malware fighters and those in need of a reliable ram defragmenter proggie:
    RAM Def 2.71 get the download from http://majorgeeks.com/RAM_Def_d2195.html
    normal mode silent mode and tray mode on the desktop
    Experienced some slow ups with page loads in Google Chrome and Flock consuming intermittently a lot of CPU (according to me a Adobe Flash problem, blocking Flash load cures a lot of it in Flock)

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on February 17, 2010, 12:10:39 AM
    @  polonus

    I would not use RAM Def 2.71 that was released 2003-04-10 on a modern system.

    I do use MemInfo:
    http://www.carthagosoft.net/meminfo.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on February 17, 2010, 12:41:29 AM
    Not bad though - ram def - I tried on rambus system (circa 2001).
    Set it with only 256 ram and running Chrome, Office 2003 and avast 5, so only 73mb was left for usage. Immediately doubled my available physical memory. Plus I seemed to have got a very neat uninstall when I removed the program, using its own uninstaller.

    Then loaded meminfo. Nice.
    Very much like the way it utilises Task Manager. So I will keep this in my sys tray as a ram monitor.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 17, 2010, 12:54:07 AM
    Personally I can't see why RAM needs to be defragged, it doesn't suffer the same issues as a fixed hard disk when heavily fragmented. Certainly not with modern systems and RAM.

    This is the same as SSD Solid State Disks in a way, which they don't believe need to be defragged; not only that but there is supposed to be a life to SSDs and defrags potentially shorten that life.

    How to defrag RAM, reboot, done.
    For me I really see no need to even contemplate defragging RAM as all locations are addressed in RAM and it isn't as if like the hard disk it has to spin to multiple locations for the data, which is the true problem with HDD fragmentation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on February 17, 2010, 01:01:34 AM
    I'm totally agree with David. and again Agree with doing reboot, it's what I do every 1 or 2 day(s), it works! I've not ever felt defragging RAM have any impact on performance.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on February 17, 2010, 01:18:06 AM
    Yes I've noticed that gains through defrag tending to resettle at a lower level. So for use during a session really. Then reboot resets available usage to max that can be attained (I guess). I can monitor for a while  with the meminfo program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: cod head on February 17, 2010, 11:47:56 AM
    Personally I can't see why RAM needs to be defragged, it doesn't suffer the same issues as a fixed hard disk when heavily fragmented. Certainly not with modern systems and RAM.

    This is the same as SSD Solid State Disks in a way, which they don't believe need to be defragged; not only that but there is supposed to be a life to SSDs and defrags potentially shorten that life.

    How to defrag RAM, reboot, done.
    For me I really see no need to even contemplate defragging RAM as all locations are addressed in RAM and it isn't as if like the hard disk it has to spin to multiple locations for the data, which is the true problem with HDD fragmentation.

    I tried a Memory fragmentation device once.The results lasted about a minute then it was back to normal.I use CleanMem by PC Wintech and it is the only memory optimiser I have tried that seems to work.Its made by Creastery,one of the members at WOT.I think his real name is Shane.My memory at idle on Vista was around the 60% mark.Now its in the 45 to 50% mark since using this app.The author states it does not clean the memory it asks windows to do that.Plus it does not run all the time taking more memory than it uses.

    It is available direct from authors site or from Major Geeks.For more info and download link go here.

    http://www.pcwintech.com/cleanmem
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on February 17, 2010, 12:19:38 PM
    @ cod head

    You are comparing apples to oranges. 

    On my XP Pro system I use MemInfo only to display free RAM not to defrag it and on Windows 7 I use the CPU Meter gadget to display RAM usage.

    I am with DavidR in the need to defrag RAM.

    Last time I used CleanMem on my XP Pro system it always caused it to crash so I won't be trying that again. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: cod head on February 17, 2010, 12:53:32 PM
    I am also with DavidRin the need to defrag mem.Thats why I said I used it once and the result lasted about a minute.In other words memory defragmenting is a waste of time.

    But the CleanMem app by PC Wintech has a very positive advantage on my machine.But as always no two machines are alike.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 17, 2010, 01:10:38 PM
    Free Memory by Automatically unloading unused .DLL from Memory

       1. Run Registry Editor and navigate to the following registry key:
          [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer]
       2. Create a new sub-key named AlwaysUnloadDLL and set the default value to 1
       3. Restart Windows for the change to take effect.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on February 17, 2010, 01:40:36 PM
    This reg key has no effect on win 2000 and later.

    http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb776795(VS.85).aspx#Unloading_the_DLL

    Quote
    The Shell automatically unloads a DLL when its usage count is zero, but only after the DLL has not been used for a period of time. This inactive period might be unacceptably long at times, especially when a Shell extension DLL is being debugged. For operating systems prior to Windows 2000, you can shorten the inactive period by adding the following information to the registry.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 17, 2010, 02:24:56 PM
    @ darth

    Wow! I didn't knew that before  :P

    I got this piece of information from TweakXP.com

    http://www.tweakxp.com/article36974.aspx

    http://helpdeskgeek.com/windows-xp-tips/unloading-dll-files-from-memory/



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on February 17, 2010, 04:46:07 PM
    On my XP Pro system I use MemInfo only to display free RAM not to defrag it.

    I am with DavidR in the need to defrag RAM.

    Me too on both, except I've never needed to reboot XP to reclaim memory. Windows XP with a 1GB pagefile and 1GB RAM have always done a good job for me at managing memory. My Windows 98SE system works best if rebooted daily.

    BTW, I slowed meminfo's refresh rate down from its default of one second to five seconds.  That reduced its CPU from 0.3% to one fifth of that on my 600 MHz XP box.  (Sorry, watching it rack up 10 seconds of CPU time every hour bugged me.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on February 18, 2010, 12:35:23 AM
    Internet Explorer 9 demos set for March MIX conference (http://www.betanews.com/article/Internet-Explorer-9-demos-set-for-March-MIX-conference/1266426157)

    Source: Betanews
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 18, 2010, 05:23:46 PM
    Get Good Old “Up” Button Back in Windows Vista and 7 Explorer
    http://www.askvg.com/classic-shell-get-classic-start-menu-and-explorer-toolbar-buttons-cut-copy-paste-etc-back-in-windows-vista-and-7/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 18, 2010, 05:30:28 PM
    Get Good Old “Up” Button Back in Windows Vista and 7 Explorer
    http://www.askvg.com/classic-shell-get-classic-start-menu-and-explorer-toolbar-buttons-cut-copy-paste-etc-back-in-windows-vista-and-7/
    What's so bad about the Windows 7  Start Menu ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 18, 2010, 05:37:02 PM
    Get Good Old “Up” Button Back in Windows Vista and 7 Explorer
    http://www.askvg.com/classic-shell-get-classic-start-menu-and-explorer-toolbar-buttons-cut-copy-paste-etc-back-in-windows-vista-and-7/
    What's so bad about the Windows 7  Start Menu ???
    Nothing, just the "Up" button I was looking for...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on February 18, 2010, 09:14:33 PM
    Anyone ever try this thing out its called SpeedyFox . Here is the description from its website Mozilla Firefox is a fast browser, but with the lapse of time it starts working much slowly. The reason is fragmentation of profile databases. A free tool SpeedyFox is designed specially to resolve that problem. The method used in SpeedyFox is 100% safe for your profile (e.g. bookmars, passwords, etc), it's well documented and tested on many computers. http://crystalidea.com/speedyfox
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 18, 2010, 09:57:30 PM
    Tried it doesn't seem to make any noticeable difference for me.

    Whilst there may be some benefits in test conditions with stopwatch, etc. in real life on a reasonable quick system the user is unlikely to notice.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on February 18, 2010, 11:15:32 PM
    Windows Secrets today report on Windows 7

    http://windowssecrets.com/comp/100218#story1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: pinnacle on February 19, 2010, 02:47:23 AM
    DavidR , Thanks for the reply.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on February 20, 2010, 12:04:37 AM
    IE to lose Windows monopoly next week (http://news.zdnet.co.uk/software/0,1000000121,40047595,00.htm?tag=mncol;txt)

    Quote
    Microsoft will start offering some European Windows users a choice of a web browser next week, the company announced on Friday, as it starts it publically test its legally mandated browser ballot process.

    Source: ZDNet UK
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2010, 12:55:50 AM
    IE to lose Windows monopoly next week (http://news.zdnet.co.uk/software/0,1000000121,40047595,00.htm?tag=mncol;txt)

    Quote
    Microsoft will start offering some European Windows users a choice of a web browser next week, the company announced on Friday, as it starts it publically test its legally mandated browser ballot process.

    Source: ZDNet UK
    Wow, didn't know they (Microsoft) had a Browser Monopoly ???  I've been using Google Chrome for the last 6 month and before that I was using Firefox
    as my default browser.
    The last time I checked the definition of a monopoly, it referred to exclusive rights to the extent of excluding all others.  ??? ??? ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on February 20, 2010, 01:43:13 AM
    How about an OS ballot screen instead?

    It will tell you to choose an OS as your default and it will install itself over Windows. But you will have to back up all your personal files.

    I would probably like the idea.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2010, 04:29:46 PM
    (http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/17/2010/02/340x_bettergmail_01.jpg)

    Unofficial Better Gmail for Chrome Bends Gmail to Your Will (http://lifehacker.com/5477037/unofficial-better-gmail-for-chrome-bends-gmail-to-your-will)

    (I've installed it and it's working like a charm)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 24, 2010, 01:59:24 AM
    http://www.customizegoogle.com/ also does it.
    Unfortunatelly, you need to force the installation on new versions of Firefox.
    Working like a charm and doing a very good job.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 24, 2010, 06:33:38 AM
    Internet Explorer gains modicum of HTML5

    http://xiph.org/dshow/downloads/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on February 24, 2010, 06:43:53 AM
    http://www.customizegoogle.com/ also does it.
    Unfortunatelly, you need to force the installation on new versions of Firefox.
    Working like a charm and doing a very good job.

    CustomizeGoogle seems to have been abandoned.  Use OptimizeGoogle :: Add-ons for Firefox (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/52498) instead.
    Quote
    This extension was created to maintain and improve the CustomizeGoogle extension developed by Daniel, which seems to have been abandoned, falling behind the changes which Google has been making to their pages.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 24, 2010, 06:01:49 PM
    Thanks Alan Baxter. I'll give it a try.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: Mac :. on March 01, 2010, 04:56:24 AM
    IE to lose Windows monopoly next week (http://news.zdnet.co.uk/software/0,1000000121,40047595,00.htm?tag=mncol;txt)

    Quote
    Microsoft will start offering some European Windows users a choice of a web browser next week, the company announced on Friday, as it starts it publically test its legally mandated browser ballot process.

    Source: ZDNet UK
    Wow, didn't know they (Microsoft) had a Browser Monopoly ???  I've been using Google Chrome for the last 6 month and before that I was using Firefox
    as my default browser.
    The last time I checked the definition of a monopoly, it referred to exclusive rights to the extent of excluding all others.  ??? ??? ???

    Microsoft has not had a monopoly in the browser market for quit some time, Firefox has been a viable alternative for a while now
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 02, 2010, 06:39:37 AM
    Mozilla working on a new JavaScript engine called JAGERMonkey

    https://wiki.mozilla.org/JaegerMonkey

     :P

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 03, 2010, 03:23:35 PM
    New free AV comparative test: and the winner is…
    Quote
    The final standing are as follows:

    Gold medal: avast

    Silver medal: Avira, Microsoft Security Essentials

    Bronze medal: AVG, Panda cloud
    http://blog.avast.com/2010/03/03/malekal-2010-test
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on March 03, 2010, 06:13:25 PM
    ***

    Congratulations to all the avast! team members.

    It is a well deserved Gold Metal !

    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on March 03, 2010, 06:18:44 PM
    I go one problem though with that guy on Malekal: he doesn't know the difference between the network shield and the web shield  ;D ie he describes the web shield as if it was the network shield, referring to white and black lists of web sites, and tells his users that's how the web shield works  ::) ... also comparing it to Trend Micro web reputation tool...or like quoted, as if V5 included a "web guard" being an enhanced version of the web shield, and may be replacing it...

    Quote
    Dans sa version 5, Avast! inclue un Web Guard (comme le bouclier WEB mais en amélioré), ce dernier coupe la connexion au site WEB dès lors qu'un javascript malicieux/Exploit est détecté et cela est assez payant au final.
    Le Web Guard fonctionne via une base de données de sites malveillants, si ces derniers sont reconnus, l'accès est bloqué. Cette base n'est que très peu utilisée pour les exploits mais un peu plus pour certaines familles de Faux Codecs.
    Avast! offre donc la meilleure protection WEB actuellement dans ce test des antivirus gratuits

    Quote
    In version 5, Avast! includes a Web Guard (as the web shield but improved), it breaks the connection to the website where a malicious javascript / Exploit is detected and it is enough to pay final.
    Web Guard operates through a database of malicious sites, if they are accepted, access is blocked. This database is little used for exploits but a little more for some families of Fake Codecs.
    Avast! therefore offers the best protection WEB present in this test of free antivirus

    a web guard hey  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on March 03, 2010, 08:01:30 PM
    NIce... Cograts to the AVAST team. Can't wait to read the full review.

    One thing I have to ask though. Based on Logos post, did the modus operandi of the web shield and network shield changed from version 4.8 to version 5.

    Quote
    Starting from the version 4.6. avast! comes with a new on-access scanning provider - Web Shield.
    It is able to monitor and filter all HTTP traffic coming from the Web sites on the Internet. It’s implemented as a HTTP proxy running on your PC.
    Connections from your Web browser are redirected to the Web Shield module. Web Shield in turn connects to the requested web server and while downloading the content it scans it for viruses and Trojans. Only the clean data is delivered to the browser, every malware is stopped before it gets saved on your PC.
    Taken from:
    http://support.avast.com/index.php?_m=knowledgebase&_a=viewarticle&kbarticleid=19

    Quote
    Network Shield is a protection against known Internet worms/attacks. It analyses all network traffic and scans it for malicious contents. It can be also taken as a lightweight firewall (or more precisely, an IDS (Intrusion Detection System).

    Network Shield protects you from internet worms that spread themselves via various security holes in your system. Typicaly these kind of viruses don't infect files but instead  they attack running processes on your PC (either Windows components or some server programs like SQL Server, IIS etc.). These kind of attacks are not easily catched by ordinary antivirus during file or mail scanning. It is not a duplicate work with Standard Shield.

    Basically, it covers all Internet worms. Such as Win32.CodeRed, Win32.SQLSlammer, Win32.Blaster, in32.Welchia (Nachi) and Win32.Sasser.

    If you have Windows updated and a firewall, you won't see Network Shield scanning (most probably).
    Taken from:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=38597.0

    Sorry for the long post.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on March 03, 2010, 08:10:53 PM
    G.ho.st (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg391647#msg391647) A cloud based Operating system that Bob told us all about is apparently retracting their free service as it is not eccomically viable...

    Quote from: Email
    Dear Ghost User,

    We hope you have been enjoying our free Ghost service. Regrettably changes in the marketplace mean that it is no longer economical for us to host the Ghost service and we will be closing down the service on or around March 15. We will instead be focusing on licensing or selling our technology to larger companies.

    We advise you to migrate ALL important folders, files and emails to another secure place before March 15. You might like to consider Google Docs or Microsoft SkyDrive for files and services such as Gmail or Yahoo! Mail for email. Some instructions for migrating data are included below.

    We are really sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you and are very grateful for the fantastic support we had from our community.

    I was slightly suspicious when this came in, since the URL has changed and I have never heard of Ghost.cc, but after searching around some it seems as though this is legit. (since the original website reflects this change: http://g.ho.st )

    -Scott-
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on March 03, 2010, 10:15:52 PM
    @ Confused Computer User:
     no it didn't change between 4.8 and 5.0, it's been improved but the concept hasn't changed. It's just that French tester who's confused about the two shields >>> so that basically it's hard to know what he tested exactly, the network shield or the web shield, because he's mentioning both, and call them with names that don't exist (web guard  ??? )
     he's also comparing the results between purely AV detection shields and Trend Micro Web Reputation (never heard of it before, sounds like an online scanner referring to reports like WOT; there's an extension called Trend Protect for IE now).

    edit: Trend web reputation is not based on users feedback, but on Trend Micro analysis of the sites.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 04, 2010, 05:20:46 PM
    G.ho.st (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg391647#msg391647) A cloud based Operating system that Bob told us all about is apparently retracting their free service as it is not eccomically viable...

    Quote from: Email
    Dear Ghost User,

    We hope you have been enjoying our free Ghost service. Regrettably changes in the marketplace mean that it is no longer economical for us to host the Ghost service and we will be closing down the service on or around March 15. We will instead be focusing on licensing or selling our technology to larger companies.

    We advise you to migrate ALL important folders, files and emails to another secure place before March 15. You might like to consider Google Docs or Microsoft SkyDrive for files and services such as Gmail or Yahoo! Mail for email. Some instructions for migrating data are included below.

    We are really sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you and are very grateful for the fantastic support we had from our community.

    I was slightly suspicious when this came in, since the URL has changed and I have never heard of Ghost.cc, but after searching around some it seems as though this is legit. (since the original website reflects this change: http://g.ho.st )

    -Scott-

    Unfortunately so and I had amassed 170 Gig of free storage to boot.  :'(
    But, free cloud operating systems aren't dead just check out ICloud (http://www.icloud.com/)

    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/th_iCloud.png) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/iCloud.png)
    Click image to enlarge.

    You need IE 8 of Firefox 3.5 to use it.  (They give you 3 Gig for free.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on March 04, 2010, 07:39:14 PM
    Wow, I just signed up for that and tried it out.  My system here at this location isn't all that great, but it basically caused my system to stop responding for about 10 minutes...

    Time to get some more RAM for this old thing.

    Anyway, if you have an aging system, iCloud might not be for you.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on March 04, 2010, 08:00:21 PM
    I signed up to use it, only to find that java is required...something that is not going to be installed...

    That looked pretty cool too...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on March 04, 2010, 08:08:07 PM
    Yeah, I tried it again and used FF.  It worked that time, but there are a lot of buggy things that go on in the desktop.  Log off button didn't work, "start" menu or should I call it the "cloud" menu didn't show all items (basically, there were other icons in the start menu that you could see, but you can't scroll down to actually click them or see the rest of the list).

    Also, popups all over the place like it's a brand new computer.

    Anyway, it's something fun that I might play around with from time to time.

    and Scott, you're right. It requires Java.  I was reading their FAQ to see if they had a minimum system requirements listed (couldn't find any) and it basically downloads their client which runs under java, and basically uses your client computer for storage of cache and processing power.  Then it writes information back to the cloud when you're done.  They call it a "Transaction buffer".

    http://icloud.com/en/faq
    Quote
    What happens to icloud if the Internet Access goes down?
    icloud applications are not very sensitive to the reliability of the Internet connection since they are executed locally in the client, meaning, that once an application has been downloaded it needs Internet when saving user documents in the data center.

    However, if no Internet connection is available when attempting to save or perform changes to a document, icloud will simply store all changes in a transaction buffer that will be sent and synchronized to the data center once an Internet connection has been re-established.

    This offline and synchronization capability truly sets icloud apart from all other attempts of creating an operating system on the Internet.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 05, 2010, 06:11:22 PM
    Removed,    I decided that the free version isn't worth the FREE price.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 05, 2010, 06:24:43 PM
    I think bundled aspects will still make it prohibitive install, Bob.

    past experience

     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 10, 2010, 10:42:58 PM
    Watch HTML5 YouTube Videos in Firefox (on Windows) (http://lifehacker.com/5488607/can-i-play-html5-youtube-videos-in-firefox-right-now)
    Personally, I'd just as soon watch it using Google's Chrome browser. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 10, 2010, 11:43:40 PM
    has anyone had personal experience with this virtualization manager

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/paragon-virtualization-manager-2010-personal-english/

    We might have been here before. I think virtualPC or something was the most recommended. (maybe not).
    Appreciate any feedback so can put something aside to work on when I have free time (like perhaps this weekend)

    Edit - I think I'll pass on this one, I'm pretty busy anyway
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on March 11, 2010, 12:25:18 PM
    I've installed it but I'm sure it will help a lot. There is a defragmentation tool for MFT that seems promising.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 11, 2010, 03:43:16 PM
    Hi Tech

    Is that the virtualisation manager? Its not too expensive so I can buy if turns out a good experience.

    I have planned to create a virtual experience for a while now.
    But probably wont have time enough at the moment. Hopefully when the time comes I might correspond with you for good advice, since I notice that you have experience with VM ware. I understand network (SOA) VM ware, mainly BEA (now bought by Oracle), but it is creating my own virtual exprerience that I am interested in.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on March 11, 2010, 08:51:36 PM
    Is that the virtualisation manager? Its not too expensive so I can buy if turns out a good experience.
    Hmmm... It's for very advanced virtual experiences. I'm far from that. If I were you, I'll save your money for a while.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 11, 2010, 10:19:56 PM
    Yes I will. Though its the time really. I need to put sufficient time aside that so I can make it a worthwhile experience. At least I know where to find someone who has actual hands on experience with these kind of software options. Thank you for yr reply.   :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 15, 2010, 11:15:05 AM
    Foxonic Professional 4.0

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/

    I haven't tried the software. I have downloaded and installed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: anjandavid on March 15, 2010, 11:53:26 AM
    hello,

    Google has allready release Chrome browser for Linux and Mac OS X but here is the new and much improved version of Google Chrome browser for Mac. Google has recently released the beta version of Chrome browser for Mac with some old bug fixes and improved stability issues. New Chrome Beta for Mac browser supports over 2200 extensions, allowing Mac users to customize their browser the way they want.

    Download http://www.google.com/chrome?platform=mac


    Thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 16, 2010, 06:00:22 PM
    Chrome to ditch unique ID

    Are they taking privacy more seriously?

    http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-20000484-12.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 17, 2010, 09:29:32 AM
    SAY GOODBYE TO WINDOWS XP FOREVER  :'(

    Internet Explorer 9 won't be supported in XP , even SP3

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=57167.msg482221#msg482221

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 17, 2010, 09:55:23 AM
    Firefox 3.0 reaching end of the line

    "There will be no more updates for Firefox 3.0.x," Mozilla said in a meeting planning document on Tuesday. The last update will be Firefox 3.0.19, due March 30.

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20000602-264.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on March 17, 2010, 10:04:52 AM
    to remove Google Chrome unique ID until it's done automatically (by Chrome itself at first update check after the install)

    in the meantime: (at your own risk, nothing found on Virus Total)
    hxxp://www.abelssoft.net/unchrome.php
    https://www.virustotal.com/analisis/2d9edcb7ffcc771756c3045a37bd47c9ac38e6907f9f45ccd28e232cbe7fd4dd-1268816389

    edit: just tried it >>> careful, that thing is adware, just dismiss the offer there
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 17, 2010, 10:07:46 AM
    Internet Explorer 9 Offers Speed, HTML 5
    http://www.pcworld.com/article/191695/internet_explorer_9_offers_speed_html_5.html

    Microsoft's Internet Explorer 9 Browser: FAQ
    http://www.pcworld.com/article/191687/microsofts_internet_explorer_9_browser_faq.html


    But whether its going to all be smooth sailing is another question altogether

    Microsoft Loses Yet Another Patent Lawsuit
    http://techdirt.com/articles/20100316/1623398587.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 17, 2010, 10:23:18 AM
    Microsoft Loses Yet Another Patent Lawsuit
    http://techdirt.com/articles/20100316/1623398587.shtml 
    I can't wait until Apple launces its iNuke in resonse.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 17, 2010, 03:17:30 PM
    SAY GOODBYE TO WINDOWS XP FOREVER  :'(

    Internet Explorer 9 won't be supported in XP , even SP3

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=57167.msg482221#msg482221

    So what would be the general though I have, but it isn't say goodbye to XP, more so what if XP SP3 users can't get IE9 as and when it eventually arrives, it will be no great loss for me certainly.

    So for me XP SP3+ will live on until such a time when I consider a new system which I think is at least a year off and XP extended support will continue until April 2014 no matter what happens to IE9.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 17, 2010, 03:47:41 PM
    David,
    By 2014, we'll be dealing with IE11 and the next operating systym will already be out and there might
    already be an end of life for windows 7.... ;D ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 17, 2010, 05:47:38 PM
    Bing Reaches No. 3 Search Engine, Steps Up Competition on Google

    http://it.tmcnet.com/topics/it/articles/78874-bing-reaches-no-3-search-engine-steps-up.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 17, 2010, 05:50:13 PM
    Facebook Surpasses Google As Number One U.S. Site

    (http://www.allfacebook.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/sm-wms-facebook-google-3-13-10.png)

    http://www.allfacebook.com/2010/03/facebook-is-number-one-in-visits-per-week/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 17, 2010, 09:18:09 PM
    Quote
    Researchers Map Multi-Network Cybercrime Infrastructure

    Last week, security experts launched a sneak attack to disconnect Troyak, an Internet service provider in Eastern Europe that served as a global gateway to a nest of cyber crime activity. For the past seven days, unnamed members of the security community reportedly have been playing Whac-a-Mole with Troyak, which has bounced from one legitimate ISP to the next in a bid to reconnect to the wider Internet.
    http://www.krebsonsecurity.com/2010/03/researchers-map-multi-network-cybercrime-infrastructure
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on March 17, 2010, 10:37:11 PM
    Well like you said I should be investing into a new computer but it will have to wait until the next tax refund comes which will be by the end of January 2011, because my parents are getting a laptop computer, it'll probably be either a Vista or Windows 7.  By the way, My Parents' PC's CPU has been overclocked since we had a power surge last night while my younger brother was over for a visit. It had an error something like this at bootup:

    "Cmos Checksum error"

    "Warning! CPU has been changed or CPU ratio change failed. Please re-enter CPU settings"

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 18, 2010, 06:48:54 AM
    Hi Jtaylor if you dont know what to do, you could try this. It may work.

    You have to go into setup - which is probably tap F1, or F2, or Del when you power computer on.
    - sometimes if I dont know the model and I'm real busy I tap all three at once not even looking at the screen
    - I stop once I see that I'm entering setup
    - you can reset yr computer once inside setup if it hasnt been totally borked

    But you can post reply here with some info when you want
    - for a start, however, navigate to the final page in setup where you will see 'save and exit' or something like
    - down arrow to set to default settings or something like and click that - then save and exit

    - or you will have settings categories all in front of you in two columns on the page
    - same again, although this time you may have maybe optimal settings or risk free settings or something like

    do same again and save and exit
    but take yr time as you go through and familiarise yrself with setup without changing anything else

    I think you will get the picture if you dont know already - computer may right itself straight away
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 18, 2010, 12:15:31 PM
    Zone Manager v1.4.2
    Quote
    Take control of Windows' Time Zones! Now you can create a desktop shortcut to any time zone, allowing you to switch between zones with just the double-click of your mouse. You can even create your own custom time zones, enabling or disabling settings such as Daylight Saving Time
    http://www.karenware.com/powertools/ptzone.asp

    Good for Windows 2000 or Windows 98 systems as Microsoft has not released updates for the new Time Zone changes.

    Free Newsletter
    Quote
    In her free newsletter Karen shares her tips, advice and insights into today's world of computing. She also explains the Power Tools she develops -- free programs you'll use every day, and wonder how you got along without them.
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: anjandavid on March 18, 2010, 12:46:31 PM
    SAY GOODBYE TO WINDOWS XP FOREVER  :'(

    Internet Explorer 9 won't be supported in XP , even SP3




    Internet Explorer 9 will support HTML5 video, new-fangled web technologies like CSS3 and SVG2. As per the announcement, IE9 will be the fastest web browser ever in the whole IE series, and they really had to work on the browsing speed in order to survive in the era of Firefox, Chrome and Opera.

    First developer preview of Internet Explorer 9 is available for free download today at Microsoft website.

    >>>>>http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 19, 2010, 11:38:50 AM
    Google's fast pipe to Asia almost ready

    Google and a group of telecommunications companies are about ready to turn on a fast Internet cable running under the Pacific Ocean from the U.S. to Japan, increasing bandwidth by about 20 percent and giving Google its own connection to Asia which has the potential to create a 7.68Tbps (terabits per second) connection under the Pacific.

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30684_3-20000715-265.html?tag=newsLeadStoriesArea.1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 19, 2010, 07:03:49 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20100319-qkfq-42kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20100319-qkfq-42kb)

    (http://www.backupify.com/images/logo.gif)

    http://www.backupify.com/index.php (http://www.backupify.com/index.php)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on March 25, 2010, 12:39:33 PM
    Karen's Directory Printer

    Quote
    Ever since the dawn of Windows, there's been no way to print out a list of every file in a folder, nor one to print out a folder name. Over the years, people have come up with a variety of hacks to get around the problem, and many of them require you to do things like editing the Registry. There's a much simpler solution: Get the free Karen's Directory Printer.

    http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,71403/description.html?tk=rss_downloads_weekly_null    
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 25, 2010, 01:03:14 PM
    Karen's Directory Printer

    Quote
    Ever since the dawn of Windows, there's been no way to print out a list of every file in a folder, nor one to print out a folder name. Over the years, people have come up with a variety of hacks to get around the problem, and many of them require you to do things like editing the Registry. There's a much simpler solution: Get the free Karen's Directory Printer.

    http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,71403/description.html?tk=rss_downloads_weekly_null    
    I subscribe to her newsletter and use several of her free programs:
    Free Newsletter
    https://secure.karenware.com/subscribe
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on March 25, 2010, 04:33:23 PM
    BitDefender update cripples 64-bit versions of Windows (http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic303968.html)

    Quote
    A devastating update by BitDefender was released on Saturday for their anti-virus engine that has caused crippling problems for users of x64, or 64-bit, versions of Windows. This update has caused BitDefender to flag Windows system files and BitDefender files as the Trojan.Fakealert.5 infection. Depending on a users action settings for when a virus is found, this has led to numerous Windows system files being added to the BitDefender quarantine. When this happens, these computers are not able to boot into Windows.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on March 25, 2010, 04:34:00 PM
    Wikipedia Goes Down, Server Troubles and DNS Headaches (http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic304616.html)

    Quote
    Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia suffered a severe global outage today from which it is still recovering.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on March 25, 2010, 05:32:59 PM
    Wikipedia Goes Down, Server Troubles and DNS Headaches (http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic304616.html)

    Quote
    Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia suffered a severe global outage today from which it is still recovering.

    accessed it a few times today without any problem ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on March 28, 2010, 05:00:17 AM
    No virus thanks

    Alternative to virustotal.com

    Quote
    No Virus Thanks is a similar service that supports 24 different antivirus engines (Virus Total supports 42). The most important engines on the other hand are supported like those from Kaspersky, F-Prot, Trend Micro, Dr. Web, Panda or AVG. The limitations are also similar. Files up to a size of 20 Megabytes can be uploaded directly on the No Virus Thanks website.

    Scanner(Web) : http://scanner.novirusthanks.org/ <- max file size that can be uploaded is 20 MB.

    NoVirusThanks Uploader : http://www.novirusthanks.org/products/novirusthanks-uploader/ <- max file size that can be uploaded is 5 MB.

    [via ghacks (http://www.ghacks.net/2010/03/27/no-virus-thanks-is-a-virus-total-alternative/)]

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: anjandavid on March 29, 2010, 10:33:24 AM
    Free AVG Rescue CD Helps Get Unbootable PCs Working

    AVG have just released a free rescue CD that can be used to recover your computer when the system cannot be loaded normally, such as after an extensive or deep-rooted virus infection.

    >>>http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/avg-rescue-cd-90.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+gizmosbest+%28Gizmo%27s+Best-ever+Freeware%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 07, 2010, 05:02:06 PM
    Court sides with Comcast, challenges FCC's Net Neutrality efforts (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=32782&tag=nl.e589)

    "Essentially, it’s a blow to so-called Net Neutrality efforts, the push that would keep Internet Service providers like Comcast from differentiating -
    and treating differently - heavy users of the Internet."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 08, 2010, 02:13:19 AM
    Court sides with Comcast, challenges FCC's Net Neutrality efforts (http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=32782&tag=nl.e589)

    "Essentially, it’s a blow to so-called Net Neutrality efforts, the push that would keep Internet Service providers like Comcast from differentiating -
    and treating differently - heavy users of the Internet."

    The P2P users just hate this.
    Quote
    But broadband providers point to the fact that applications such as BitTorrent use an outsized amount of network capacity
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100406/ap_on_hi_te/us_tec_internet_rules
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 08, 2010, 07:29:39 AM
    Another Great Firefox Addon

    MOZILLA CONTACTS

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/04/07/mozilla_contacts_0.2_610x382.png)

    http://mozillalabs.com/blog/2010/03/contacts-in-the-browser/

    You can sync with all your email and social services including Gmail , Twitter, Linkedin, etc

    Try it out
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Yezinki on April 08, 2010, 12:38:59 PM
    Hi there,

    How do you rate NoVirusThanks Malware Remover individually & vs. MBAM?

    Thanks!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 08, 2010, 03:40:22 PM
    Hi there,

    How do you rate NoVirusThanks Malware Remover individually & vs. MBAM?

    Thanks!

    This is not a thread for discussion, just for information sharing. Maybe starting your own new thread.
    Never heard about NoVirusThanks Malware Remover.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Yezinki on April 08, 2010, 04:20:32 PM
    Hi there,

    How do you rate NoVirusThanks Malware Remover individually & vs. MBAM?

    Thanks!

    This is not a thread for discussion, just for information sharing. Maybe starting your own new thread.
    Never heard about NoVirusThanks Malware Remover.

    Sorry about that.....didn't realize......I'll start a new thread.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on April 08, 2010, 04:44:34 PM
    Hi there,

    How do you rate NoVirusThanks Malware Remover individually & vs. MBAM?

    Thanks!


    Sorry I actually had to post the link to no virus thanks uploader, not malware remover. Now changed it.

    Thanks
    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 08, 2010, 05:51:40 PM
    For Vista and Windows 7: http://www.ntwind.com/software/vistaswitcher.html
    Free.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 12, 2010, 09:02:55 AM
    Microsoft issues Visual Studio 2010, Silverlight 4

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-20002189-56.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 12, 2010, 12:21:24 PM
    Firefox Lorentz (beta)
    http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/lorentz/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on April 12, 2010, 03:22:05 PM
    Microsoft issues Visual Studio 2010, Silverlight 4

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-13860_3-20002189-56.html

    Visual Studio 2010 was extremely slow when I beta tested it. Wonder how fast it would be now..




    BTW, back to the topic,

     Script kiddies making rogues for fame and not profit (http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic307694.html)

    Quote
    I guess the problem is that we as malware removers don't flaunt our skills while people who write virusses do. It's more a question of attitude.

    "I wrote a virus!"
    "Cool!"

    As opposed to..
    "I removed a virus!"
    "Don't all antivirus programs do that?"

    Shame really. Such a waste of skill.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 14, 2010, 02:01:36 PM
    a new google docs

    http://googledocs.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-google-docs.html
    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/04/13/google_docs_previews/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 14, 2010, 03:19:57 PM
    The Long and Short of URL’s (http://www.lockergnome.com/bob3160/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on April 14, 2010, 05:27:42 PM
    You can always right-click the link and do a "copy shortcut", then paste that into the URL bar.

    That'll actually show where the link is going.

    I just did that when I was testing a malicious site that Pondus found with the hugeurl site.

    If I copied the shortcut of the hugeurl and pasted it, it came out with the short (regular) link.

    Just my .02
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 17, 2010, 01:36:55 PM
    Another AV comparison shootout (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/kill?page=0,2)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 17, 2010, 02:13:30 PM
    Another AV comparison shootout (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/kill?page=0,2)

    there's no test, just features and scan times...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 17, 2010, 02:13:30 PM
    Another AV comparison shootout (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/kill?page=0,2)

    The best quote from the article
    Quote
    In the end, the best line of defense is still you, the user. Rely on smart computing first and your AV software second.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on April 17, 2010, 06:04:51 PM
    The best quote from the article
    Quote
    In the end, the best line of defense is still you, the user. Rely on smart computing first and your AV software second.

    I agree.  Smart computing is much more effective than blacklist-implemented security software.  Don't *rely* on your AV at all.  It's just one layer and it's vulnerable to zero-day exploits.  I know, I'm preaching to the converted, but I think a constant reminder is necessary, especially for newbies who think an AV provides reliable protection against all attacks.  What do you call a user who *depends* on AV to verify if downloads are safe or otherwise make the Internet safe? Infected!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 18, 2010, 09:07:15 PM
    Bits from Bill
    Technology thoughts leaking from the brain of "Bill Pytlovany"
    Using Internet Explorer 6, Are you Kidding Me?
    There are 2 interesing comments
    Quote
    Information collected this month indicates that Windows 7 is now installed on more machines than Windows Vista. At least among my readers.
    Quote
    I did find one disturbing trend. Over 15 percent of my WinPatrol.com visitors who use Internet Explorer are still using version 6 or below. This is very scary.  “Using Internet Explorer 6 is is like leaving all your doors and windows open, then telling everyone on Facebook/Twitter your family is going on vacation.”
    http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2010/04/using-internet-explorer-6-are-you.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 20, 2010, 09:07:38 AM
    Norton 2011 betas go public

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/04/19/norton_2011_beta_main_1_540x362.png)

    http://www.symantec.com/norton/beta/


    NOTE: I am not promoting anything, I am just being open minded
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 20, 2010, 07:20:31 PM
    http://nl.com.com/view_online_newsletter.jsp?list_id=e415

    Quote
    Microsoft announced Friday that it has (finally) finalized Office 2010, which also includes 2010 versions of SharePoint, Visio, and Project on top of the Office productivity suite. (Read our First Take of Office 2010 here.) Businesses will be able to start buying up copies of Office in May.

    First Take: Microsoft Office 2010 Technical Preview
    http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10284013-1.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 20, 2010, 07:54:39 PM
    First Take: Microsoft Office 2010 Technical Preview

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10284013-1.html

    that's news from 2009 ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 20, 2010, 10:00:01 PM
    omg, you're right it is  ;D - so I add the quote for what its worth, oops, article was sent out by cnet yesterday

    off topic// I still haven't had a close look at Office 2010
    - just activated the Office 2003 on this computer last night. Have never liked Office 2007.

    Edit - hey Logos, just thought I'd add that I find Office 2003 has good nuff web tools for me and I also have OpenOffice for web such that I have much more Office resources that I could ever have time to use. And at the same time, rather than 2003 I often load a custom of Office 2000 prem which gives me a very snappy Word/Excel/Powerpoint combo that is still supported at MS download center.
    And I have a standalone '97 Word that is still supported by MS - good for users who hate to have MS Office on their system.

    But at same time I will read the reviews and take interest in MS Office 2010 - but doubt whether I will ever bother to use it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 21, 2010, 03:47:10 AM
    I am not promoting anything, I am just being open minded
    Chris... I think you're doing what you're saying you're not.
    This is avast forum. Not the concurrence forum.
    Seems that you're interested in posting about Avira, AVG, Norton updates and upgrades.
    Seems, in my opinion, this is not the place.
    If you're honest, you won't call me closed minded, will you?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 21, 2010, 07:09:18 AM
    I am not promoting anything, I am just being open minded
    If you're honest, you won't call me closed minded, will you?

    Yes, I will because just telling people who use Avast and are hardcore Avast users about the new versions of Avira, Norton or Immunet  gives them the opportunity to compare it with Avast.

    And this won't change anybody who really trust Avast to other AVs

    All I am doing is for enlightenment and I have posted this Norton update under the Interesting Software and system News

    If this is only about Avast then this heading must be changed

    I recently wrote something very good about Avast in the Norton Facebook page

    Go check it if you want to

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 21, 2010, 09:24:39 AM
    @ mkis: Office 2010 beta must still be available for download if you're intererested (expires in October)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 21, 2010, 05:58:36 PM
    perhaps a stint on Office 2010 beta and I am convinced to drop all my existing Office and run solely Office 2010 on the web ;D
    I wouldn't totally rule out the possibility :)

    I've always believed that MS Office was strictly desktop, with TCP/IP not advise as feasible option
    I tried Paint.NET but now back to mspaint.exe
    but the beta program does make sense now that you mention it
    given a second thoughts, I wouldn't totally rule out the possibility - mmm...*looks and see if there a computer spare*  8)

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-13505_3-10471565-16.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2010, 01:26:21 AM
    Quote
    Yes, I will because just telling people who use Avast and are hardcore Avast users about the new versions of Avira, Norton or Immunet  gives them the opportunity to compare it with Avast.
    Immunet works well with avast! 5 so mentioning new updates in the Update Thread makes sense.
    The rest of the full fledged AV's have their own forums. Any one interested in exploring them is free to Google and get all the information they might want.
    Outside of how to remove Norton, I really don't see any reason for having information about it on the avast! forum.  ;D IMHO
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 23, 2010, 03:13:12 AM
    The rest of the full fledged AV's have their own forums. Any one interested in exploring them is free to Google and get all the information they might want.
    Outside of how to remove Norton, I really don't see any reason for having information about it on the avast! forum.  ;D IMHO
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: fredvries on April 23, 2010, 09:47:35 AM
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 24, 2010, 05:36:07 AM
    @ mkis: Office 2010 beta must still be available for download if you're intererested (expires in October)

    yes I'm giving Office 2010 a run now.
    I see that they have done away with extensions docx, pptx, etc...that made Office 2007 such an oddball suite
    and likewise backward compatibility is restored as the default action (correct me if I'm wrong)
    I've never used Outlook - but because its favored by some of my clients, I thought best familiarize myself with the program
    now how and where do I disable SSL/TLS? *oh well,  better go searchfindlearn*  <== okay, I think I've done this now.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 24, 2010, 04:19:35 PM
    <snip>
    I've never used Outlook - but because its favored by some of my clients, I thought best familiarize myself with the program
    now how and where do I disable SSL/TLS? *oh well,  better go searchfindlearn*  <== okay, I think I've done this now.

    The Mail shield should detect the presence of MS Outlook and use the avast plug-in, so you shouldn't have to disable SSL/TLS on your MS Outlook email accounts as with other email clients.

    That however, relies on avast being compatible with whatever flavour of MS Outlook being used with Office 2010. I believe Vlk or Igor said they were working on MS Office 2010 compatibility.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 24, 2010, 05:58:01 PM
    Hi David. I think I have done this okay, but to be honest I wouldn't have a bl*t clue.

    looks okay though. I've attached the screenshot

    - only using ihug.co.nz at the moment
    - have deleted the netsol email addresses until the weather clears over thatta way.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 24, 2010, 06:58:33 PM
    Normally you shouldn't have to touch this area unless you are having a problem with sending or receiving email in MS Outlook. That would be getting errors relating to being unable to connect using SSL/TLS, etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 24, 2010, 08:30:06 PM
    yes I did begin with the errors David, firstly with encryption. I had go with unencrypted in Outlook, that fine. Then problems with link to internet, kept falling back to LAN connection, until finally went through and all was good. This happen with each email address that was added - they being, one at ihug (my no. 1) and three at network solutions. Then I removed the netsol email addresses one after the other and this is what I was left with for the time being.

    I am going to run the procedure again from scratch when I get time.
    For the moment, however, the computer is not one that I use often, and I have a pile of other work to get through.
    I would appreciate any input and I will open a new topic if that is warranted. And I still having a search round the webforum.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 24, 2010, 09:19:12 PM
    @ mkis
    This may be an Office 2010 compatibility issue then perhaps (which they are working on I believe). Try checking if the avast plug-in is running (or even installed) in MS Outlook ?

    If not then the Mail Shield would be doing the scanning and not the avast plug-in within MS Outlook. Then you would have to treat the email accounts inside MS Outlook as you would for another email client, e.g. remove any SSL requirement in the Outlook email account settings.

    This would also mean you have to wait for compatibility before avast would work with that version of Outlook (which is reported as what ?).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on April 24, 2010, 09:30:35 PM
    Looks like reason enough to start my own topic David. I will have to wait until I am back on that computer.

    I will put the time aside today sometime, and we see how we go. Thank you for the input, always appreciated.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 24, 2010, 10:23:37 PM
    Yes, probably best to do that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 28, 2010, 08:01:25 AM
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    Send secret emails from GMAIL with this Firefox addon


    https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/152207
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 05, 2010, 02:13:00 PM
    [Windows 7 Fix] Deleting 1000+ Files in a Single Batch Deletes them Permanently and Don’t Put Them in Recycle Bin
    Actually its a bug in Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2. Deleting 1000+ files deletes them permanently and don't put them in Recycle Bin. Microsoft has confirmed this bug and has released updates to fix the issue.

    http://www.askvg.com/windows-7-fix-deleting-1000-files-in-a-single-batch-deletes-them-permanently-and-dont-put-them-in-recycle-bin/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 05, 2010, 02:13:24 PM
    BumpTop 3D Desktop Acquired By Google, Download FREE Copy Until May 7
    http://www.askvg.com/bumptop-3d-desktop-acquired-by-google-download-free-copy-until-may-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on May 09, 2010, 09:26:50 AM
    Lee Koo question of the week at cnet.com
    Windows XP: Why is my CPU running at 100 percent, when only three windows are open?!

    http://forums.cnet.com/5208-6142_102-0.html?threadID=393158

    Can be rather tedious working through the answers.
    But interesting that such a common problem can manifest in so many different scenarios.



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on May 11, 2010, 07:46:55 PM
    Quote
    Software piracy continues global rise

    The industry body says that losses from software piracy amounted to $51.4bn (£34.8bn) in 2009.

    It singled out computer users in the Asia Pacific region as the source of the biggest dollar losses in the world.

    But, it says, there are also positive signs, as the rate of piracy declined in more than 50 countries, and rose in only 19.

    In the UK, 27% of software in use was found to be pirated, a figure that has remained steady for the last few years.
    http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/10107774.stm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 21, 2010, 07:17:07 PM
    Google Wave Available to All, No Invitation Required (http://www.askvg.com/google-wave-available-to-all-no-invitation-required/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 21, 2010, 08:55:17 PM
    Google Wave Available to All, No Invitation Required (http://www.askvg.com/google-wave-available-to-all-no-invitation-required/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    wow that's cool, I've had it for a few months now and I haven't used it yet ;D I guess they lack testers, therefore the now widespread availability :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2010, 11:59:19 PM
    I've had it since beta an was never rally able to figur it out.... ??? ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 22, 2010, 12:07:55 AM
    I've had it since beta an was never rally able to figur it out.... ??? ???

    yeah the interface is terrible...and broken too...they suggested this should be the end of emails... a complete revolution :D I haven't read yet anything from someone who liked it. I suppose they will either have to abandon the project or leave it forever in Google labs.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 22, 2010, 03:14:01 AM
    I do not use Google Wave either... I just post to inform...  :-X :-*
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 24, 2010, 03:40:19 PM
    If you use Facebook, then make sure your privacy is protected.
    The Privacy Scanner offered by ReclaimPrivacy.org (http://www.reclaimprivacy.org/facebook) makes it easy.

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20100524-gvuv-25kb.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Shiw Liang on May 24, 2010, 04:58:30 PM
    Whoa a great software!!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 24, 2010, 08:48:25 PM
    What I get is this and it never changes.

    (http://i325.photobucket.com/albums/k370/Dch48/Privacy.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 24, 2010, 08:54:41 PM
    I can't see your pic, but I suppose the scan doesn't work right or something. For as mentioned in another thread it scans well but it's unable to fix anything, i.e. change any setting by itself. Still must do that manually.

    edit: I can see it now...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 24, 2010, 08:58:44 PM
    I'd guess that it's just timing out.  Who knows how many people are hitting this scanner now.  Try it at like 3am or something and see what happens.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 24, 2010, 09:05:14 PM
    I'd guess that it's just timing out.  Who knows how many people are hitting this scanner now.  Try it at like 3am or something and see what happens.

    nope, from the developer description page the scanner is being downloaded into the browser, and is executed from there...explaining how no private data is leaked by it...

    Quote
    Read Our Own Privacy Policy
    Our privacy policy is not long:

    we never see your Facebook data
    we never share your personal information
    Simple. After the scanner is downloaded from reclaimprivacy.org, it operates entirely between your own browser and Facebook
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 24, 2010, 09:09:45 PM
    Maybe it's a facebook timeout?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 24, 2010, 10:42:27 PM
    I had one exception in my original scan and when I clicked on it, it fixed the exception.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: disPlay on May 24, 2010, 11:10:16 PM
    What I get is this and it never changes.

    (http://i325.photobucket.com/albums/k370/Dch48/Privacy.jpg)


    I have the same issue.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 24, 2010, 11:58:25 PM
    What kind of an internet connection do you have and how big (many friends) is you Facebook account ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 25, 2010, 03:09:55 AM
    My connection is a 10 meg cable connection and I have maybe 10 friends, no more. Going to the facebook page for the scanner, I found many,many people are having the same problem with various browsers. They have acknowledged the problem and are trying to fix it but so far, no go.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 25, 2010, 04:12:12 AM
    What I get is this and it never changes.

    (http://i325.photobucket.com/albums/k370/Dch48/Privacy.jpg)

    I have the same issue here.

    You have to untick manually and opt out from all for it to be fixed
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 25, 2010, 05:45:03 AM
    I used Chrome browser when I checked my Facebook acct.
    What did you use ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 25, 2010, 09:34:17 AM
    I think I used Firefox
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 25, 2010, 10:44:36 AM
    yeah I used Firefox too...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 25, 2010, 03:45:08 PM
    Have you tried it using Chrome ???   Does it make a difference ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 25, 2010, 05:32:09 PM
    Have you tried it using Chrome ???   Does it make a difference ???

    no I haven't. Honestly, I don't think I'll bother. It might work, but I may login once or twice a month to Facebook, and that never lasts more than 10 seconds each time. I'll probably end up deleting my account there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 25, 2010, 07:55:26 PM
    Download Free Windows 7 RTM Siena Theme

    http://www.softpedia.com/get/Desktop-Enhancements/Themes/Siena-Architettura-Windows-7-Theme.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 25, 2010, 08:02:22 PM
    Is this made by Microsoft?

    It doesn't look like it from the screenshots.

    No offense, but why would you post this in interesting software and system news if it's just a third party theme?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 25, 2010, 08:02:57 PM
    It is made by Microsoft
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 25, 2010, 08:05:38 PM
    Read this

    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Download-Free-Windows-7-RTM-Siena-Theme-142991.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 25, 2010, 08:12:28 PM
    ok cool.

    I like that link better, because not only does it give you the siena theme, but a bunch others too.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 25, 2010, 08:14:29 PM
    FACEBOOK TO REVAMP PRIVACY SETTINGS

    http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/10157454.stm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 26, 2010, 08:48:00 AM
    Kylo, the Web browser for your TV

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/05/25/Kylo-logo.png)

    http://www.kylo.tv/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 26, 2010, 09:03:53 AM
    Firefox 4: fast, powerful, and empowering

    Check the presentation

    http://beltzner.ca/mike/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on May 26, 2010, 11:48:32 PM
    The Windows era is over

    http://www.betanews.com/joewilcox/article/The-Windows-era-is-over/1274899297

    Better switch to another OS like Mac or Linux.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 26, 2010, 11:50:26 PM
    The Windows era is over

    http://www.betanews.com/joewilcox/article/The-Windows-era-is-over/1274899297

    Better switch to another OS like Mac or Linux.

    you first Sir ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on May 27, 2010, 12:15:32 AM
    The Windows era is over

    http://www.betanews.com/joewilcox/article/The-Windows-era-is-over/1274899297

    Better switch to another OS like Mac or Linux.

    you first Sir ;D

    I'm currently trying Ubuntu 10.04 with limited success. It appears there are issue with older ATI video cards. Otherwise it runs smooth and offers all one needs to complete their work. For basic things it's good. I find it's extremely customizable but you got to be ready to spend the time. :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 27, 2010, 12:17:57 AM
    I'm currently trying Ubuntu 10.04 with limited success. It appears there are issue with older ATI video cards. Otherwise it runs smooth and offers all one needs to complete their work. For basic things it's good. I find it's extremely customizable but you got to be ready to spend the time. :P
    Yeah. I'm running it into VirtualBox. I need to do quite some adjusts yet (specially resolution).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 27, 2010, 12:21:14 AM
    The Windows era is over

    http://www.betanews.com/joewilcox/article/The-Windows-era-is-over/1274899297

    Better switch to another OS like Mac or Linux.

    you first Sir ;D

    I'm currently trying Ubuntu 10.04 with limited success. It appears there are issue with older ATI video cards. Otherwise it runs smooth and offers all one needs to complete their work. For basic things it's good. I find it's extremely customizable but you got to be ready to spend the time. :P

     I don't think you ever spent the time I spent tweaking xorg.conf + ATI + XGL (i.e. no AIGLX) "ConfusedComputerUser" ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 27, 2010, 12:23:18 AM
    I don't think you ever spent the time I spent tweaking xorg.conf + ATI + XGL (i.e. no AIGLX) "ConfusedComputerUser" ;D
    Eh Eh... I'm exactly on this... trying to configure xorg.conf ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on May 27, 2010, 05:14:11 AM
    I tried ubuntu 10.04 for a while. Now I have installed Linux mint (based on ubuntu). It is a bit faster than ubuntu. No prob with ati graphics. I do not use virtual machine for ubuntu and mint os. since ubuntu has wubi and linux mint has minut4linux. These guys are awesome. Just uninstall and everything's gone.

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 27, 2010, 05:23:04 AM
    Long live Microsoft---nothing but Windows for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on May 27, 2010, 05:50:14 AM
    Download Official Windows XP Themes, No UXTheme Patching Required

    Quote
    The most important and impressive thing about these themes is, the themes don't require any kind of patching. So you can easily install and apply themes without worrying about patching uxtheme.dll file in your system.

    Here you go : http://www.askvg.com/download-official-windows-xp-themes-no-uxtheme-patching-required/

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Vladimyr on May 27, 2010, 06:49:59 AM
    Symantec subsidiary PC Tools replaces their uninspiring free AV with upselling-intended version of Spyware Doctor 'AntiVirus Free' (http://free.pctools.com/free-antivirus/)

    Over a week old now but I didn't see this one coming.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on May 27, 2010, 07:00:03 AM
    The Windows era is over

    http://www.betanews.com/joewilcox/article/The-Windows-era-is-over/1274899297

    Better switch to another OS like Mac or Linux.


    Wrong. considering that by March of this year Windows 7 had sold 90 million copies, Windows will be around for a Loooooong time.


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/microsoft-90-million-copies-of-windows-7-sold/5455
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on May 27, 2010, 11:25:51 AM
    I don't think you ever spent the time I spent tweaking xorg.conf + ATI + XGL (i.e. no AIGLX) "ConfusedComputerUser" ;D
    I'm making up for lost time. ;D
    On that note it's wierd, The xorg.conf file is empty for me. so that adds an extra layer of enjoyment.  :P

    Now I have installed Linux mint (based on ubuntu). It is a bit faster than ubuntu. No prob with ati graphics.

    I'll give this a try. Thanks for the post.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on May 27, 2010, 02:51:15 PM
    I'll give this a try. Thanks for the post.

    You are welcome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 27, 2010, 07:24:36 PM
    Download Official Windows XP Themes, No UXTheme Patching Required
    http://www.askvg.com/download-official-windows-xp-themes-no-uxtheme-patching-required/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 28, 2010, 09:45:24 PM
    Add “Show / Hide File Extensions” Option in Desktop and Explorer Context Menu under Windows XP, Vista and 7 (and script)
    http://www.askvg.com/add-show-hide-file-extensions-option-in-desktop-and-explorer-context-menu-under-windows-xp-vista-and-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29

    Add “Show / Hide Hidden Files” Option in Desktop and Explorer Context Menu under Windows XP, Vista and 7 (and script)
    http://www.askvg.com/add-show-hide-hidden-files-option-in-desktop-and-explorer-context-menu-under-windows-xp-vista-and-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on May 31, 2010, 02:46:10 PM
    BCArchive creates mega-secure encrypted archives

    Quote
    Archives are very easy to snoop into. Heck, Gmail looks into every ZIP archive you get, and won't let it through if it contains any executables. That's fine, and I can see the point of it.
    While you can get around GMail's rudimentary checking by simply opting for a different compression format (7z) sometimes you want a bit of extra privacy for whatever is inside your archive.


    Here you go : http://jetico.com/encryption-bcarchive/

    [via DownloadSquad (http://www.downloadsquad.com/2010/05/31/bcarchive-secure-encrypted-archive-compression/)]
    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on June 01, 2010, 06:13:23 PM
    Chrome continues usage gains over rivals

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/05/31/4659285476_b220624192_o.png)


    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20006382-264.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on June 01, 2010, 08:36:11 PM
    For those who want a new pdf reader

    a new pdf reader http://www.itwire.com/business-it-news/technology/39372-nitro-releases-free-pdf-reader

    see the video  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LbPJwIJ1rQ
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 02, 2010, 09:59:31 PM
    Kill All Not Responding Programs On The Fly Using A Simple Shortcut (http://www.askvg.com/kill-all-not-responding-programs-on-the-fly-using-a-simple-shortcut/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: 0strodamus on June 02, 2010, 11:26:38 PM
    I'm getting an error.

    (http://i46.tinypic.com/x6fr4i.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 02, 2010, 11:30:09 PM
    I'm getting an error.
    In what page?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: 0strodamus on June 03, 2010, 02:58:56 AM
    @Tech: Sorry about my post. I inadvertently was replying to a post on this thread from long ago. It's that site that is dead now. Oops!  :-[
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 03, 2010, 04:13:12 PM
    Lock your computer with a simple shortcut: (Part of this was re-found and taken from: http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread4595.html)

    Quote
    Right-click an open area of your desktop, point to New, and then click Shortcut.

    In the Location box, type %windir%\System32\rundll32.exe user32.dll,LockWorkStation

    Click Next, in the Name box type a name for the shortcut such as, Lock Computer, and then click Finish.

    Then, I usually modify the icon to a "lock".

    Right-click your new shortcut, and click Properties.

    Click Change Icon.

    Hit Browse

    Type, shell32.dll and hit enter.

    In the 12th column on the bottom, there is a good lock icon.

    Or, you could choose your own.

    I don't remember how this works if you're not on a domain, it might just take you back to the welcome screen or something.  If you're on a domain computer, it brings you to the lock screen and is pretty handy.  Of course, Windows + L works pretty well too.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 04, 2010, 03:17:37 AM
    Download X-Setup Pro for FREE: Ultimate Tweaking Software for Microsoft Windows (http://www.askvg.com/x-setup-pro-the-ultimate-tweaking-software-for-windows-nt-98-me-2000-xp-2003-and-vista/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 05, 2010, 07:45:19 PM
    Close All: Small Tool to Close All Running Program Windows On The Fly (http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AskVG/~3/pP1ohkgRb-s/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on June 14, 2010, 07:11:58 PM
    Linux infection proves Windows malware monopoly is over


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Update: Gentoo ships backdoor?

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over-gentoo-ships-backdoor-updated/2206?tag=nl.e539
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 14, 2010, 07:22:10 PM
    Linux infection proves Windows malware monopoly is over


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over/2206?tag=nl.e539

    what ??? that's not fair ;D

    so this is over :(
    Microsoft Purchases Evil From Satan
    http://www.bbspot.com/news/2000/4/MS_Buys_Evil.html

    and worse >>> The Windows (SSL and non-ssl) versions are NOT affected wtf ??? :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 15, 2010, 07:48:34 PM
    How to Disable Warning Message While Unchecking “Hide Protected Operating System Files” Option in Folder Options (http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-warning-message-while-unchecking-hide-protected-operating-system-files-option-in-folder-options/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on June 16, 2010, 08:32:52 PM
    Flock beta v3 with the new chromium engine.

    http://beta.flock.com/

    So what do you think guys? Is anyone thinking of switching? sir Pol?

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on June 16, 2010, 08:42:31 PM
    Flock beta v3 with the new chromium engine.

    http://beta.flock.com/

    So what do you think guys? Is anyone thinking of switching? sir Pol?

    nmb
    I do not beileve in following the Flock.
    http://www.the-scientist.com/blog/display/55656
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: FreewheelinFrank on June 16, 2010, 09:05:12 PM
    Linux infection proves Windows malware monopoly is over


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Update: Gentoo ships backdoor?

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over-gentoo-ships-backdoor-updated/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Ed Bott in smug mode.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 17, 2010, 12:22:59 AM
    Linux infection proves Windows malware monopoly is over


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Update: Gentoo ships backdoor?

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over-gentoo-ships-backdoor-updated/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Ed Bott in smug mode.
    I usually like Bott's articles the best.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: FreewheelinFrank on June 17, 2010, 10:11:00 AM
    Linux infection proves Windows malware monopoly is over


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Update: Gentoo ships backdoor?

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over-gentoo-ships-backdoor-updated/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Ed Bott in smug mode.
    I usually like Bott's articles the best.

    Well, this wasn't one of his best.

    ZDNet seems to encourage overblown headlines that don't reflect the content of the story, in order to spark a flames from the trolls that inhabit the comment sections there.

    And in this case in the article itself Bott is too partisan and embattled and can't resist going for an all out FUD attack.

    ZDNet has some good writers and stories, but too often articles just seem to be a deliberate attempt to start off a troll fest, which is why I gave up reading the site a long time ago.

    The story needs a less sensationalist and vituperative, more level headed and calm write up.

    Slashdot has some more rational comments.

    http://it.slashdot.org/story/10/06/13/0046256/Backdoor-Found-In-UnrealIRCd-Source-Archive?from=twitter
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: OrangeCrate on June 17, 2010, 12:10:52 PM
    Quote
    Disclosure

    Ed Bott

    Ed Bott is a freelance technical journalist and book author. All work that Ed does is on a contractual basis.

    Since 1994, Ed has written more than 25 books about Microsoft Windows and Office. Along with various co-authors, Ed is completely responsible for the content of the books he writes. As a key part of his contractual relationship with publishers, he gives them permission to print and distribute the content he writes and to pay him a royalty based on the actual sales of those books. Ed's books are currently distributed by Que Publishing (a division of Pearson Education) and by Microsoft Press.

    On occasion, Ed accepts consulting assignments. In recent years, he has worked as an expert witness in cases where his experience and knowledge of Microsoft and Microsoft Windows have been useful. In each such case, his compensation is on an hourly basis, and he is hired as a witness, not an advocate.

    Ed does not own stock or have any other financial interest in Microsoft or any other software company. He owns 500 shares of stock in EMC Corporation, which was purchased before the company's acquisition of VMWare. In addition, he owns 350 shares of stock in Intel Corporation, purchased more than two years ago. All stocks are held in retirement accounts for long-term growth.

    Ed does not accept gifts from companies he covers. All hardware products he writes about are purchased with his own funds or are review units covered under formal loan agreements and are returned after the review is complete.

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/linux-infection-proves-windows-malware-monopoly-is-over-gentoo-ships-backdoor-updated/2206?tag=nl.e539

    Considering that Ed Bott is a well known Microsoft hack, I'll bet he loved writing this article...

    <yawn>

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 17, 2010, 10:50:35 PM
    Flock beta v3 with the new chromium engine.

    http://beta.flock.com/

    So what do you think guys? Is anyone thinking of switching? sir Pol?

    nmb
    I do not beileve in following the Flock.
    http://www.the-scientist.com/blog/display/55656
    What the flock is Flock?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on June 17, 2010, 11:00:25 PM
    I do not believe in following the Flock.
    http://www.the-scientist.com/blog/display/55656
    What the flock is Flock?
    Lemming followers ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 18, 2010, 01:32:48 AM
    How many musicians do we have here?

    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/music_creator.jpg) (http://aviary.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2608bb58680e6ebd6238eb3c6&id=4234efea65&e=763c4b4e97)

    If you create something nice, let us know.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 19, 2010, 03:31:12 PM
    The newest developer builds of Google Chrome (http://dev.chromium.org/getting-involved/dev-channel) include a PDF viewer, forsaking the plug-in model, and the possibility of system compromise
    through the use of an older and possibly (probably?) insecure Adobe Reader on the user’s machine.

    The Chromium blog announced that the latest Google Chrome developer build for Windows and Mac includes a plug-in that allows viewing of PDF files
    without Adobe Reader plug-in. Google says it has decided to dump the traditional Adobe plug-in due to issues in compatibility, performance, and security.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 19, 2010, 04:30:41 PM
    delete
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 19, 2010, 05:47:20 PM
    WinToFlash: Utility to Create Bootable USB Drive to Install Windows XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008 and 7 (http://www.askvg.com/wintoflash-utility-to-create-bootable-usb-drive-to-install-windows-xp-server-2003-vista-server-2008-and-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 23, 2010, 02:50:37 AM
    7 Logon Changer: Change Windows 7 Login Screen on the Fly (http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AskVG/~3/QFvpwfNAcJc/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on June 23, 2010, 06:19:28 AM
    Because I was in a rush and I did not know the sender of the email, I simply deleted the original message out of my inbox. I do things like that - as I said, I did not know who was the sender. So unfortunately, I do not have original email sent out to me, but I am sure that the attachment was identical.

    However, they backed up on me (using my mail system delivery?) and appear to have resent to me as a delivery error. (screenshots)

    The malware is in the attachment. Here is virustotal report
    http://www.virustotal.com/analisis/b969bb25f3d42c6f98986758127a86727ea31f486bb1c477aa999420c155183d-1277259317
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 23, 2010, 01:21:47 PM
    Does anybody tested the GiveAwayOfTheDay of today?
    Chameleon Startup Manager can control programs that run at Windows startup, which makes Windows start faster and operate with increased stability. Programs can be run according to various functions including startup order change, startup delay, priority, consecutive program launch, day selection and much more. Configurations can be created and selected at Windows startup or applied ‘on-the-fly’ without restarting Windows. Chameleon Startup Manager provides real-time monitoring of programs added to the startup list.

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/chameleon-startup-manager-01/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on June 23, 2010, 07:37:24 PM
    Does anybody tested the GiveAwayOfTheDay of today?
    Chameleon Startup Manager can control programs that run at Windows startup, which makes Windows start faster and operate with increased stability. Programs can be run according to various functions including startup order change, startup delay, priority, consecutive program launch, day selection and much more. Configurations can be created and selected at Windows startup or applied ‘on-the-fly’ without restarting Windows. Chameleon Startup Manager provides real-time monitoring of programs added to the startup list.

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/chameleon-startup-manager-01/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29
    I'll stick with WinPatrol.

    I see 216 (52%) positive comments and 203 (48%) negative comments.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 23, 2010, 10:36:44 PM
    Does anybody tested the GiveAwayOfTheDay of today?
    Chameleon Startup Manager can control programs that run at Windows startup, which makes Windows start faster and operate with increased stability. Programs can be run according to various functions including startup order change, startup delay, priority, consecutive program launch, day selection and much more. Configurations can be created and selected at Windows startup or applied ‘on-the-fly’ without restarting Windows. Chameleon Startup Manager provides real-time monitoring of programs added to the startup list.

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/chameleon-startup-manager-01/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29

    As was said in the comments, there is a totally free alternative called StartupDelayer that does almost all of the same things.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 24, 2010, 03:04:07 AM
    StartupDelayer that does almost all of the same things.
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 24, 2010, 04:01:19 AM
    An interesting comparison of unique detections, i.e., without me you'll be lost...
    avast does not get pretty in the picture :P
    http://173.14.219.57:9000/SeventyThreatLiveVideoChallenge/pages/default.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2010, 04:09:19 AM
    Wonder who is paying their bill ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 24, 2010, 04:11:08 AM
    Edited. Sorry.

    Wonder who is paying their bill ???
    Themselves :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2010, 04:16:30 AM
    Wonder who is paying their bill ???
    Their? ???
    Who is paying for this??? which antivirus program is contributing to their bank account.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 24, 2010, 05:02:53 AM
    The thing that amazes me about this cr*p is that it doesn't amount to a hill of beans, or the results in the many av comparative tests would have a huge difference and that clearly isn't the case.

    In most of the various AV tests there is at best a few percentage points between the top players and if this is to be believe the disparity would be enormous.

    Then there is the next strange thing I don't recall seeing Blue Point in any of these tests either.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 24, 2010, 06:08:34 AM
    I don't trust the "results" either. As David said, no other testing authority shows such huge differences between products.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on June 24, 2010, 05:15:36 PM
    An interesting comparison of unique detections, i.e., without me you'll be lost...
    avast does not get pretty in the picture :P
    http://173.14.219.57:9000/SeventyThreatLiveVideoChallenge/pages/default.aspx

    These results are fake. Biased.

    nmb
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 26, 2010, 03:09:29 AM
    For the ones using XP that don't want to use Internet Explorer to update Windows, check Comodo Program Manager.
    Still on beta and for Comodo forum users only  8)

    When it leaves the beta phase it will be here: http://www.comodo.com/products/comodo-products.php
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 26, 2010, 03:19:31 AM
    There is little point providing comodo links to what appears to be restricted areas as you have to have registered to be able to view the content you gave the links to.

    For me I would have to have a huge leap of faith to trust comodo to handle windows updates, much as I dislike using IE, I would rather use that than use comodo to manage updates.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 26, 2010, 03:27:19 AM
    There is little point providing comodo links to what appears to be restricted areas as you have to have registered to be able to view the content you gave the links to.
    Sorry. I did not know that. I'll logout and test.

    For me I would have to have a huge leap of faith to trust comodo to handle windows updates, much as I dislike using IE, I would rather use that than use comodo to manage updates.
    Well, it's an a priori decision. I've tested in my virtual XP and the updates are very good managed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 26, 2010, 03:29:53 AM
    Sorry. I did not know that. I'll logout and test.
    Indeed. You need to register to check.
    I'll change the links.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 26, 2010, 05:55:30 AM
    For the ones using XP that don't want to use Internet Explorer to update Windows, check Comodo Program Manager.
    Still on beta and for Comodo forum users only  8)

    When it leaves the beta phase it will be here: http://www.comodo.com/products/comodo-products.php
    1. I never have had any problems with a Windows Update doing them the normal way
    2. I see no reason for that Comodo program to even exist. They keep coming up with all these new things that almost without exception have serious flaws when they are released. The only Comodo program I have tried and liked was CIS and I have now grown disenchanted with it as well.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 26, 2010, 08:38:11 AM
    There is little point providing comodo links to what appears to be restricted areas as you have to have registered to be able to view the content you gave the links to.

    yeah the beta testing sections are only available to registered users

    For me I would have to have a huge leap of faith to trust comodo to handle windows updates, much as I dislike using IE, I would rather use that than use comodo to manage updates.

    +1 , but it seems we have a Comodo promoter here working hard, and regularly  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 26, 2010, 02:07:42 PM
    +1 , but it seems we have a Comodo promoter here working hard, and regularly  ;D
    Sarcastic post. Respect. If I'm doing anything wrong, I should be corrected by avast team, not from your cheap criticism.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 26, 2010, 03:33:01 PM
    +1 , but it seems we have a Comodo promoter here working hard, and regularly  ;D
    Sarcastic post. Respect. If I'm doing anything wrong, I should be corrected by avast team, not from your cheap criticism.

    no that was not the appropriate wording, Tech, you're the cheap guy here, most likely paid by Mozy and a few others to promote crap software on Avast forums, you even got a link to Comodo forums in your sig now, are you mad or what, you'd be banned anywhere else for promoting the competition the way you do here, not mentioning that you're talking to the devs here as if they were your kids: "done a very bad job with that build people" etc... ::)
     Who are you, you're a bored user logged in 24/7 using "tech" as a pseudo when it's so obvious that you're not one ;D and I insist: how many posts about Comodo a day have you been posting for the past several weeks ???

    ps: how much do you get per click on your links in the general topic section?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 26, 2010, 03:52:56 PM
    Well the comodo link is useless as it its to a restricted location only available to registered users on the comodo beta forum.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 26, 2010, 04:09:28 PM
    +1 , but it seems we have a Comodo promoter here working hard, and regularly  ;D

    +2 ;D Tech your okay buddy we all love you like a hole in a head ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 26, 2010, 05:51:48 PM
    Well the comodo link is useless as it its to a restricted location only available to registered users on the comodo beta forum.

    I know, but he didn't ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on June 26, 2010, 06:34:23 PM
    Oh come on now. Get off the man's back. Tech does a great job on helpdesk. And that first reply to the OP is all important, Tech takes it upon himself to answer those OP calls day in day out. I know there are others that also do this, but so what, doesn't make his effort any lesser importance. Even if he annoyed me to high hell, like actual promote Comodo brand, I would still make an exception in his case.

    I think that Tech's real issue is with the potential that the cloud can provide to the antivirus software, in particular with firewall that can sit in cyberspace and be run through the browser. Obviously if the user has antivirus software run as browser then various options are open to the devs, and Tech has been asking questions about these options. With reference to Comodo I think perhaps because their cloud scanner indicates a direction they look to take, where the user need not power a security center through desktop but rather through specialist online Servers that have various services designed to fulfill the users security needs. I don't want to speak for Tech, but my feeling is that he suspects Commodo are being the more innovative of the two brands. In street speak, they are stealing a march on Avast.

    I see good reason to keep pace with what Comodo are doing and I imagine Avast is taking notes on their moves.

    Also, remember that Tech uses VM ware to trial and test software releases. He is likely to be impatient for  cloud initiatives, particularly in view of news reports that tell us that the entire computer industry have or soon will have bought into the cloud concept to some degree or other. In the cloud scenario, the firewall will be seated more or less in the equivalent of a demilitarized zone (the external attacker only has access to host in the DMZ) such that host services powered by desktop processor are less exposed (if not wholly eliminated) as the attack vector. Possibly, also, browser is always sandboxed. And obviously, very conducive to VM ware. On the surface of things anyway.

    Time machine I think is standalone Comodo module, may run okay with avast. But I do not know these Comodo things as I have no experience with Comodo at all.

    I feel happy to stand up for Tech. I sleep well with that thought.
    And partly because for the first time  I am having update problems with IE (the kb979909 issue, which is .NET downloads), if I don't solve soon and with easy method (no uninstall) then I will probably post the problem to the forum.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on June 26, 2010, 07:50:19 PM
    1. I never have had any problems with a Windows Update doing them the normal way
    2. I see no reason for that Comodo program to even exist. They keep coming up with all these new things that almost without exception have serious flaws when they are released. The only Comodo program I have tried and liked was CIS and I have now grown disenchanted with it as well.
    No Comodo for me
    Quote
    Comodo + fake meds
     
    Seems Comodo still aren't bothering to check who they're supplying SSL certificates to. Nice to know they give a damn isn't it.
    http://hphosts.blogspot.com/2010/06/comodo-fake-meds.htmlhttp://hphosts.blogspot.com/2010/06/comodo-fake-meds.html

    @ Logos

    You seem to have a hole in your head.  ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 26, 2010, 07:56:33 PM
    just about that:

    Quote
    Commodo are being the more innovative of the two brands

    you must be kidding, besides they main product (CIS) they're only producing crapware to attract customers. Comodo would be more innovative than Avast  ::) I think it's just the contrary. CIS4 is a revisited version of V3, while Avast produced a brand new interface (not just the UI okay...) with V5. And again, 90 percent of Comodo products can be happily ignored. they have a good firewall and a good hips, and that's it. The rest is a pure shame, and I'm saying that without any hesitation, all the rest is a pure shame and reflects a company marketing policy policy not taking software development seriously, and attempting to fool the users with a bunch of utilities that no one needs. It's just not a serious company.
     I'm sure the security sofware community as well as many users have more respect for Avast than for Comodo. It's two different worlds. Avast is an honest company, Comodo is not. Brand new innovation? oh yeah...>>> Comodo dragon,? what else, freaking time machine? the guys have no idea how to develop or produce this sort of software; they're just being pushed by the the guy in charge there...3 new programs a week should be the quota there ;D You know what, Comodo software reminds me of a circus, with various artists appearing successively and doing their number :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on June 26, 2010, 07:59:06 PM


    @ Logos

    You seem to have a hole in your head.  ???

    sorry what? did you forget to take your pills today? ::) either say something relevant or avoid interfering.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on June 26, 2010, 08:05:50 PM


    @ Logos

    You seem to have a hole in your head.  ???

    sorry what? did you forget to take your pills today? ::) either say something relevant or avoid interfering.
    No pills.
    No need.
    No interference like you do all the time.  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 26, 2010, 10:59:11 PM
    And now for something completely different  ;D

    If you are using 7-Zip and like me, hate the default icons it uses for archives, here is something you might like that changes the icons to ones that are much nicer.

     http://www.adrive.com/public/39e57e395423ea72f5c853f1b610ddcddd0f7469b6368f588e1926c020d70b5a.html

    I found that this only works for the 4.xx versions of 7-Zip. The 9.xxx versions install the program in a folder called 7zip instead of 7-zip. The updated version of the files are at:  http://www.adrive.com/public/c4ca5964ef81040e42892885b0921ac6f6c40d5e448d46a42caba79189036739.html  and there are .reg files to use with both series of 7-zip.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 26, 2010, 11:04:48 PM
    Yes they are somewhat on the ugly side ;D

    Thanks for that I will take a look at it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 26, 2010, 11:17:09 PM
    Well the comodo link is useless as it its to a restricted location only available to registered users on the comodo beta forum.
    Thanks for reporting David. I wouldn't know that if you haven't point it out.

    Tech does a great job on helpdesk.
    Thanks.

    Even if he annoyed me to high hell, like actual promote Comodo brand, I would still make an exception in his case.
    I'm not promoting anything. Just sharing my personal experience. This thread is about "Interesting Software and System News", that was what I've posted.

    I think that Tech's real issue is with the potential that the cloud can provide to the antivirus software
    Indeed. I'm trying to make avast better and better and like to discuss technology progress.

    I don't want to speak for Tech, but my feeling is that he suspects Commodo are being the more innovative of the two brands.
    Indeed, I'm not an expert on it. I let with avast team. Just trying to learn.
    I'm posting about products that aren't avast competitors.
    By the way, a lot of us do that and there are a lot of threads about third party software:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.0 with 719403 views at the moment.
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=1509.0 with 158400 views at the moment.
    And a lot of others...


    Also, remember that Tech uses VM ware to trial and test software releases.
    You're right.


    He is likely to be impatient for  cloud initiatives, particularly in view of news reports that tell us that the entire computer industry have or soon will have bought into the cloud concept to some degree or other.
    You're right again.

    Time machine I think is standalone Comodo module, may run okay with avast. But I do not know these Comodo things as I have no experience with Comodo at all.
    It's a very powerful system restore feature.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 28, 2010, 12:03:38 AM
    Hey guys,
    If you want to fight, please start your own thread. Don't ruin mine.  ;D
    Thanks.... :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on June 29, 2010, 04:17:19 PM
    Or maybe start a new thread over at the evangelist section just for fighting. I love watching those two going at it though i suspect not all do. I find it funny as hell, bring on the popcorn and beer ! ;D

    Sorry Bob couldn't resist...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on June 29, 2010, 06:54:45 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - Wondershare DemoCreator 3

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/

    Price:    The program is available for $99.95, but it will be free for our visitors as a time-limited offer.

    Wondershare DemoCreator is a powerful yet simple screen recorder for Windows which allows you to capture desktop activities and create a voice-over presentation with compelling Flash animation effect without any programming skills.
    Besides the customized recording mode and plenty of video editing features, DemoCreator 3 is released with newOffice 2007 GUI & more enhanced features which can help even novices to create their professional looking demo videos at ease.

    Note: I cannot recommend the program myself as I have no experience with it. Offer is current for another 14 hours.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 30, 2010, 05:32:29 AM
    Has anyone checked out the 7-zip icon changer I posted about?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 30, 2010, 01:40:47 PM
    Has anyone checked out the 7-zip icon changer I posted about?
    Yes... But I did not go further, I mean, checked but it was not one of my priorities :)
    Thanks anyway.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 30, 2010, 04:16:20 PM
    Has anyone checked out the 7-zip icon changer I posted about?

    I did I downloaded it, opened the zip file read the readme file copied the icon folder to 7zip and am non the wiser as to how to change the default icon as there doesn't appear to be any setting in the 7z option to change it and nothing in the readme file about changing it either.

    So I still have the default 7z icon.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on June 30, 2010, 07:42:20 PM
    http://onlinearmorpersonalfirewall.blogspot.com/2010/06/online-armor-sold-to-emsisoft.html (http://onlinearmorpersonalfirewall.blogspot.com/2010/06/online-armor-sold-to-emsisoft.html)

    OnlineArmor sold to Emsisoft

    Sorry if this has already been posted.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 30, 2010, 10:02:18 PM
    Has anyone checked out the 7-zip icon changer I posted about?

    I did I downloaded it, opened the zip file read the readme file copied the icon folder to 7zip and am non the wiser as to how to change the default icon as there doesn't appear to be any setting in the 7z option to change it and nothing in the readme file about changing it either.

    So I still have the default 7z icon.
    You don't have to change anything. All you have to do is run the .reg file and that will make the changes. The registry settings have to point to the new icons.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 30, 2010, 11:06:39 PM
    Ah, don't know why I didn't even see the .reg file in there. I though it would be internal to the program.

    Thanks, will give it a try.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 01, 2010, 03:16:41 AM
    Austrian-based Emsisoft (the manufacturer of a-squared and Mamutu) has aquired Online Armor (firewall) from Tall Emu
    http://onlinearmorpersonalfirewall.blogspot.com/2010/06/online-armor-sold-to-emsisoft.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: GloobyGoob on July 01, 2010, 03:42:06 AM
    I love watching those two going at it though i suspect not all do. I find it funny as hell, bring on the popcorn and beer ! ;D

    +1  :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 01, 2010, 05:22:01 PM
    So do I but in a different arena.... ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2010, 11:52:05 PM
    Apple opens up about iPhone 4 reception problems (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/gadgetreviews/apple-opens-up-about-iphone-4-reception-problems/16151?tag=nl.e539)
    Looks like it's something you'll have to learn to live with....   or, Get an Android.... ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 03, 2010, 12:07:42 AM
    Apple opens up about iPhone 4 reception problems (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/gadgetreviews/apple-opens-up-about-iphone-4-reception-problems/16151?tag=nl.e539)
    Looks like it's something you'll have to learn to live with....   or, Get an Android.... ;D

    Yeah, they basically say that a software update they will release will not make the connectivity any better but will more accurately show how bad it is to begin with.  That's pretty sad.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 03, 2010, 10:09:55 AM
    Guess who is AVG's new friend?

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/06/30/opera_10.60_fraud-warning_2_610x401.png)

    Opera's new malware detection in 10.60 is now powered by AVG

    http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-20009358-12.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 03, 2010, 10:11:17 AM
    IE reverses usage share slide? ? ?


    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/07/01/browser-share-July-2010.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 03, 2010, 11:08:04 AM
    IE reverses usage share slide? ? ?


    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/07/01/browser-share-July-2010.png)

    Chris what are you trying to explain ??? ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 03, 2010, 11:42:32 AM
    he's just reporting what's been related on a few sites already, that IE reversed the process of losing mark share. It was under 60%, now it's above again
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 03, 2010, 11:51:34 AM
    Ooh! now I understand ;) Logos thanks...............IE...............................still sucks to me :P...................................who cares 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 03, 2010, 12:25:39 PM
    Good to see IE still doing well. It's probably mostly due to the increasing usage of Windows 7 though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 03, 2010, 12:58:12 PM
    Good to see IE still doing well. It's probably mostly due to the increasing usage of Windows 7 though.

    +10
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rdmaloyjr on July 03, 2010, 02:27:13 PM
    Guess who is AVG's new friend?

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim//2010/06/30/opera_10.60_fraud-warning_2_610x401.png)

    Opera's new malware detection in 10.60 is now powered by AVG

    http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-20009358-12.html

    Look at the screen capture below and you will see Opera 10.60's fraud protection is still from Phishtank & Netcraft.

    Tools> Advanced> Page Security Info
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 04, 2010, 11:23:13 AM
    Updated at 2:12 p.m. on July 1: Opera spokesman Thomas Ford said in an e-mail to Download.com that he's "almost certain" that Opera's new AVG anti-malware detection system replaces the previous one that Opera used, which had been provided by Haute Secure.

    Seems funny why it is still displayed as NetCraft and PhishTank! !
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on July 04, 2010, 03:29:03 PM
    Updated at 2:12 p.m. on July 1: Opera spokesman Thomas Ford said in an e-mail to Download.com that he's "almost certain" that Opera's new AVG anti-malware detection system replaces the previous one that Opera used, which had been provided by Haute Secure.

    Seems funny why it is still displayed as NetCraft and PhishTank! !
    Updated at 2:12 p.m. on July 1: Opera spokesman Thomas Ford said in an e-mail to Download.com that he's "almost certain" that Opera's new AVG anti-malware detection system replaces the previous one that Opera used, which had been provided by Haute Secure.

    Seems funny why it is still displayed as NetCraft and PhishTank! !

    Both Opera and Firefox have been "speewing" out updates like crazy. I've been using both browsers for a while and I've never seen so mane incremental updates done so fast. So in the heat of things they probably left a few lines of code that should have been modified. Things happen. :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on July 04, 2010, 04:37:37 PM
    Both Opera and Firefox have been "speewing" out updates like crazy. I've been using both browsers for a while and I've never seen so mane incremental updates done so fast. So in the heat of things they probably left a few lines of code that should have been modified. Things happen. :D

    You are confused. :)
    Firefox has released only two updates since April 1: Fx 3.6.4 on June 22 and a bugfix followup on June 25 in Fx 3.6.6.  (There was no Fx 3.6.5.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 05, 2010, 02:23:19 PM
    Windows 8 Rumored Features: Your PC, Your Way (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200042/windows_8_rumored_features_your_pc_your_way.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_cbintro)

    Here's some more reading on the same subject (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200163/8_amazing_things_youll_do_with_windows_8.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_crawl)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on July 05, 2010, 02:56:56 PM
    Both Opera and Firefox have been "speewing" out updates like crazy. I've been using both browsers for a while and I've never seen so mane incremental updates done so fast. So in the heat of things they probably left a few lines of code that should have been modified. Things happen. :D

    You are confused. :)
    Firefox has released only two updates since April 1: Fx 3.6.4 on June 22 and a bugfix followup on June 25 in Fx 3.6.6.  (There was no Fx 3.6.5.)

    Good point :-[ :-[ :-[
    I have a tendency to have my foot in the keyboard sometimes ;D
    Sorry about that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on July 05, 2010, 03:52:15 PM
    @Confused Computer User:
    No problem.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on July 05, 2010, 03:53:10 PM
    ***

    Windows 8 Rumored Features: Your PC, Your Way (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200042/windows_8_rumored_features_your_pc_your_way.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_cbintro)

    Here's some more reading on the same subject (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200163/8_amazing_things_youll_do_with_windows_8.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_crawl)

    Interesting reading and thanks for posting, Bob.   :)


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on July 05, 2010, 05:27:51 PM
    Windows 8 Rumored Features: Your PC, Your Way (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200042/windows_8_rumored_features_your_pc_your_way.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_cbintro)

    Here's some more reading on the same subject (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200163/8_amazing_things_youll_do_with_windows_8.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_crawl)

    Nice  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 07, 2010, 05:52:02 PM
    Windows 8 Rumored Features: Your PC, Your Way (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200042/windows_8_rumored_features_your_pc_your_way.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_cbintro)

    Here's some more reading on the same subject (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200163/8_amazing_things_youll_do_with_windows_8.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_crawl)

    Love the comments.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 07, 2010, 07:44:40 PM
    Anyone interested in this Windows "Azure" thing?

    I don't know if it's been posted about yet, all my searches had azureus in it, and I didn't feel like going through them all but it looks like MS is taking a stab at chromium with it.

    http://www.microsoft.com/windowsazure/windowsazure/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 07, 2010, 07:47:33 PM
    That and those light based circuitry processors...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 09, 2010, 02:52:18 PM
    Windows 8 Rumored Features: Your PC, Your Way (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200042/windows_8_rumored_features_your_pc_your_way.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_cbintro)

    Here's some more reading on the same subject (http://www.pcworld.com/article/200163/8_amazing_things_youll_do_with_windows_8.html?tk=nl_wvx_h_crawl)

    More Windows 8 hints. (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/more-windows-8-hints-this-time-on-the-virtualization-front/6759?tag=nl.e589)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 09, 2010, 06:37:38 PM
    I'm not liking a lot of what I'm seeing about Win8. I don't particularly like the face and motion detection and all that virtualization of things looks like it might be a nightmare for gamers and also for software developers.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 09, 2010, 07:27:13 PM
    it might be a nightmare for gamers and also for software developers.
    Why?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 09, 2010, 07:36:14 PM
    it might be a nightmare for gamers and also for software developers.
    Why?
    I can't say specifically but all the major proposed changes leave me apprehensive about things like backwards compatibility and looks like they might make major rewrites of all third party apps mandatory.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 09, 2010, 07:42:44 PM
    Since I'm neither a gamer or a developer, I'm looking forward to the changes.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 09, 2010, 08:08:43 PM
    I wonder if they will finally have the bottle to be an all 64bit OS, this surely would resolve many of the backwards compatibility issues. Not so much resolve them as ignore compatibility.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 09, 2010, 08:11:46 PM
    I wonder if they will finally have the bottle to be an all 64bit OS, this surely would resolve many of the backwards compatibility issues. Not so much resolve them as ignore compatibility.
    If they ignore compatability with 32 bit apps, I will never use it. They have said though that it will be a 64 bit OS only with no 32 bit version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 09, 2010, 08:18:29 PM
    There are many that said they missed a trick in not going to full 64bit with win7 and break the link with 32bit OS versions. 64bit OS versions have for some time continued to support 32bit applications (so I would have thought that would continue), it is just that they can't take advantage of the 64bit OS. For many the main issue would be one of 64bit drivers for hardware.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on July 09, 2010, 08:24:25 PM
    I dont think they expected Vista to run so well on 32bit - only a matter of upping the amount of ram
    so they changed tack, and sold a mountain load of 32bit laptops with Vista loaded

    the 64bit laptops with Vista are still standout units - I think so anyway, my experience was an ACER
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 09, 2010, 08:48:34 PM
    FREE Download iCare Data Recovery Software Worth $69.95
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on July 09, 2010, 11:29:02 PM
    FREE Download iCare Data Recovery Software Worth $69.95
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    No thanks as I have Acronis on my Win XP system and Windows 7 does a great job of Backup and Restore:
    http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/features/backup-and-restore.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 10, 2010, 12:11:42 AM
    Thanks Tech. :)
    YoKenney,
    This isn't a backup or imaging program but a recovery program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 10, 2010, 01:05:33 AM
    Thanks Tech. :)
    You're always welcome.

    This isn't a backup or imaging program but a recovery program.
    Exactly. We can't compare apples with oranges.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 11, 2010, 12:13:49 AM
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    This offer will expire on July 12th, 2010. During this period, you can get the full version for free.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 13, 2010, 12:44:27 AM
    Hi malware fighters,

    Just for the analyst, Free Hex Editor Neo 4.95.01.3454 :
    http://www.hhdsoftware.com/Download/free-hex-editor-neo.exe

    pol
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on July 13, 2010, 01:52:16 AM
     :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 13, 2010, 09:56:58 PM
    Nero has provided another restricted but FREE version of Nero 10 called "Nero BurnLite 10".

    Nero BurnLite 10 contains simple data burning and disc copying features for CDs and DVDs. Additional features and functionality are available with an upgrade to Nero Burning ROM or Nero Multimedia Suite 10.

    You must be using at least Windows XP SP3, Vista SP1 or Windows 7 to be able to install this free tool.

    http://www.nero.com/eng/downloads-nbl-free.php
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2010, 02:18:40 PM
    Windows XP gets yet another reprieve from Microsoft (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/windows-xp-gets-yet-another-reprieve-from-microsoft/6819?tag=nl.e539)

    David, you can relax.....  ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 14, 2010, 02:25:34 PM
    Windows XP gets yet another reprieve from Microsoft (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/windows-xp-gets-yet-another-reprieve-from-microsoft/6819?tag=nl.e539)

    David, you can relax.....  ;D ;D

    lol I was just reading about that before I found your post :D ... and thought the same for davidR ;D

    okay, for current XP users, that doesn't change anything. Supports ends in April 2014, but people will still be able to request a downgrade (with no MS support) on Seven/Vista computers to Windows XP...until 2020...when this downgrade right was supposed to end at the beginning of next year, with the release of Seven sp1. Balmer must have gone nuts... ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 14, 2010, 04:36:27 PM
    Windows XP gets yet another reprieve from Microsoft (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/windows-xp-gets-yet-another-reprieve-from-microsoft/6819?tag=nl.e539)

    David, you can relax.....  ;D ;D

    Personally this doesn't bother or effect me in the slightest as I expect to have purchased a new system long before that and I make my OS decision at that time (though I guess I could downgrade to XP Pro ;D). XP isn't a blood relative, so I would have no problem moving on, but I don't just drop an OS because another has come out. XP had been out for over 2 years before I switched to that on a new system build.

    It is mainly an extension only of support for XP SP2 (which was meant to have ended this month) I have SP3 which is on extended support until April 2014.

    This weird one is to allow new users who purchase a system with win7 installed to downgrade to XP Professional until Jan 2015.  If they extend the support life for new Win7 systems downgrading to XP Pro, then MS would have to pump out security updates for those systems, so I don't know how they would differentiate from old installations, if the user uses the MS technet to manually download security updates.

    Quote
    The way Microsoft is phrasing the new end of life dates for XP is less clear-cut. The Microsoft “Blogging Windows” blog, in a July 12 post, explained it this way:

    (W)e have decided to extend downgrade rights to Windows XP Professional beyond the previously planned end date at Windows 7 SP1. This will help maintain consistency for downgrade rights throughout the Windows 7 lifecycle. As a result, the OEM versions of Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Ultimate will continue to include downgrade rights to the similar versions of Windows Vista or Windows XP Professional.  Going forward, businesses can continue to purchase new PCs and utilize end user downgrade rights to Windows XP or Windows Vista until they are ready to use Windows 7.

    So as I though more of a business issue as they are very reluctant to upgrade OSes and not some much one of an extension of the extended support of XP, but that will no doubt be a knock on effect.

    All in all, clear as mud ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2010, 06:07:24 PM
    I highly doubt that Microsoft can afford downgrading without continuing to offer updates to those operating systems.
    If they don't continue to support what they in essence have created, they'll have lots of insecure operating systems out there
    ready to be turned into trolls.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 14, 2010, 06:27:31 PM
    I think you mean ready to turn into bots don't you Bob ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2010, 06:36:57 PM
    I think you mean ready to turn into bots don't you Bob ;D
    ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on July 15, 2010, 02:00:25 AM
    OpenSolaris board in OpenRevolt against Oracle (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20010587-264.html?tag=newsLeadStoriesArea.1)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 16, 2010, 03:18:19 AM
    Finjan Sues McAfee, Symantec Over Patent Claims (http://news.yahoo.com/s/pcworld/20100715/tc_pcworld/finjansuesmcafeesymantecoverpatentclaims)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 16, 2010, 03:27:25 AM
    Software patents are a grey area, or should be. There are only so many ways you can code particular operations and there is bound to be unintentional duplication of some processes. Of course blatant ripoffs should be dealt with but I am inclined to think that Finjan is looking for some easy money from a jury that knows little about the intricacies of software creation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 21, 2010, 12:50:18 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - Genie Timeline Home 2.1
    Genie Timeline Home 2.1 is a simple, innovative solution for Windows users that will revolutionize the way people handle backup. The purpose of Genie Timeline 2.1 is to offer all Windows users a simple and easy, automated, powerful solution to perform continuous data protection. With just three simple steps you are able to set up an automated, seamless backup.

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/genie-timeline-home-2-1/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 21, 2010, 01:52:16 PM
    last giveaway of the day posted here offered me, although I rejected it during the set up, about a hundred "ask.com" registry entries to get rid of...corresponding to an "ask.com" program file folder ::): the download was nero lite. No toolbar was installed though, and the entries in the registry were no threat, but I just hate to see my system rotten with such crap.

     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 21, 2010, 01:52:56 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - Genie Timeline Home 2.1
    Genie Timeline Home 2.1 is a simple, innovative solution for Windows users that will revolutionize the way people handle backup. The purpose of Genie Timeline 2.1 is to offer all Windows users a simple and easy, automated, powerful solution to perform continuous data protection. With just three simple steps you are able to set up an automated, seamless backup.

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/genie-timeline-home-2-1/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29
    Something you can already do in Win 7 without 3rd party software. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Tweakerz on July 21, 2010, 02:51:48 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - Genie Timeline Home 2.1
    Genie Timeline Home 2.1 is a simple, innovative solution for Windows users that will revolutionize the way people handle backup. The purpose of Genie Timeline 2.1 is to offer all Windows users a simple and easy, automated, powerful solution to perform continuous data protection. With just three simple steps you are able to set up an automated, seamless backup.

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/genie-timeline-home-2-1/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29
    Something you can already do in Win 7 without 3rd party software. :)

    And to add to that I'd probably use Comodo Time Machine as they are a more widely known company and they offer the program freely at all times and not via a "Giveaway".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 21, 2010, 03:27:00 PM
    Try a search about comodo time machine and you will see it has its own issues, known company or not.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 21, 2010, 04:42:46 PM
    Something you can already do in Win 7 without 3rd party software. :)
    No. You don't have the same features. It's on-the-fly backup and not by image maker.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 21, 2010, 10:03:55 PM
    Hi malware fighters,

    Who checks the guards? Free, but have to register: http://www.1e.com/Downloads/FreeTools/Index.aspx

    po
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Tweakerz on July 22, 2010, 03:44:58 AM
    Try a search about comodo time machine and you will see it has its own issues, known company or not.

    I totally agree, everything has a problem sometime, but between the two I'd without question choose Comodo, they have a better reputation and a support forum, just all around to me at least a much better option of these two programs. 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 22, 2010, 08:44:30 AM
    Well, I frequent the Comodo forums and there are more than a few people who have had their PC's turn into non booting bricks after trying Time Machine. It messes with your boot sector and inserts itself in there. The most problems have come when people uninstalled it and then could not boot up any more.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 22, 2010, 09:31:44 AM
    ..... but between the two I'd without question choose Comodo, they have a better reputation....

    sorry what?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Tweakerz on July 22, 2010, 03:12:21 PM
    #! is you should always have a backup plan in place, in the event a problem with CTM occurs recovery plans should have been made which would mean less a hardware failure not booting shouldn't be a big deal. As a whole Comodo offers a good deal for nothing, they indeed do have an overall good reputation regardless of the problems. Comodo offers a lot of different programs so sure they will have problems, think about it this way, HP/Compaq are pretty much the highest failure/repaired laptops but that is in a large part due to the fact they do a larger volume than other companies, the more products and users the more problems you are going to have, Comodo is no different. I am not staff or a fan so to speak but I certainly know more people would know of Comodo than would know of Genie backup or whatever the app mentioned was, that is/was my only point, why pay (since it was only free for that 24 hr period) for a somewhat unknown software when a free option from another is available to you... Keep in mind also that you'll generally hear of the problems people have and not the praises, so although I haven't a clue the statistics I am sure there are many satisfied people that use whatever program is chosen while you really only hear and read of the horror stories. If we stay focused on the exact comment then what I stated holds true, if however we start to just use a generalization of Comodo with the multitude of apps then we begin to deviate from the topic enough to comment on and refer to an overall view. I am only saying between the two Comodo is more known as a company and the fact they have a user forum like Avast does here makes support a bit easier and accessible. I truly have no interest in the back and forth about who beats who and what not, just that one is free and more known at least and the other is less known and costs, I never said it will without question work better.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on July 22, 2010, 05:15:44 PM
    I think the Genie Timeline is a bit different in that it is to work in with Windows and provide bottom-line backup suitable for all users.

    It should be more lightweight (tho, it is 146mb) than is Commodo range, and less sticky, more like backup services already offered by Microsoft like the ones in Bob's post (above). But I cannot say for sure because I let the opportunity pass this time round.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2010, 12:56:23 AM
    I use the built in windows backup in Windows 7 to back up all 3 systems to a 2tb external HD.
    It does an excellent job. Totally hassle free and the created Image has gotten me out of more than 1 jam.
    Since it works in the background, alerts me if there is a problem and has always been reliable, I see no reason
    to add something else to an already bulging system.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 23, 2010, 02:37:34 AM
    I see no reason to add something else to an already bulging system.  ;D
    Bob, the features aren't the same. We're talking about individual files backup, about a timeline of changed files, not image backups. Your backup strategy is ok, just that the programs aren't the same.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2010, 03:32:27 AM
    For individual files, I have Mozy. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 23, 2010, 01:41:34 PM
    For individual files, I have Mozy. :)
    Me too :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 23, 2010, 11:03:59 PM
    For individual files, I have Mozy. :)
    Me too :)
    I have mozy too but hardly ever use it. Adrive gives you 50gb of free storage space, the only drawback is that uploading and downloading is rather slow.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2010, 11:12:16 PM
    For individual files, I have Mozy. :)
    Me too :)
    I have mozy too but hardly ever use it. Adrive gives you 50gb of free storage space, the only drawback is that uploading and downloading is rather slow.
    It's not always about the amount of space3 but the features that are offered. Mozy (https://mozy.com/?code=73BW5L) allows scheduling of you backups so that it's done
    at a time convenient for you. I have Mozy (https://mozy.com/?code=73BW5L) scheduled to do my backups while I'm sound asleep.
    After the initial backup, you're actually only backing up any changed files. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 27, 2010, 12:55:21 PM
    Quote
    U.S. ruling allows iPhone users to alter software
    http://uk.reuters.com/article/idUKTRE66P3H820100727
    http://www.copyright.gov/1201/2010/initialed-registers-recommendation-june-11-2010.pdf
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 27, 2010, 10:34:09 PM
    For individual files, I have Mozy. :)
    Me too :)
    I have mozy too but hardly ever use it. Adrive gives you 50gb of free storage space, the only drawback is that uploading and downloading is rather slow.
    It's not always about the amount of space3 but the features that are offered. Mozy (https://mozy.com/?code=73BW5L) allows scheduling of you backups so that it's done
    at a time convenient for you. I have Mozy (https://mozy.com/?code=73BW5L) scheduled to do my backups while I'm sound asleep.
    After the initial backup, you're actually only backing up any changed files. :)
    The only thing I back up is the My Documents folder and I do that every so often on a DVD R/W with my regular burning program that came with the machine. Everything else I can get back easily. I really don't even use Adrive much. The only things stored there are the driver files for this machine which I could also get from HP's site and are also stored on a DVD.  I don't have any backup software other than system restore and I've never even used that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 27, 2010, 10:50:44 PM
    Dch,
    When, not if, it happens, you'll look back at this little post and say well, maybe I should have
    been doing regular backups.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 27, 2010, 11:30:02 PM
    delete ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 28, 2010, 12:22:07 AM
    Dch,
    When, not if, it happens, you'll look back at this little post and say well, maybe I should have
    been doing regular backups.  :)

    +1 ;)
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 28, 2010, 12:32:04 AM
    Dch,
    When, not if, it happens, you'll look back at this little post and say well, maybe I should have
    been doing regular backups.  :)

    I doubt it will happen but even if it does, I'd be back up and running in the same state as now within a few hours with nothing lost. The only two times in 11 years that I have had to reformat were caused by me following "expert" advice about how I should tweak my system. Advice that resulted in disaster. I see no reason to backup anything but the My Documents folder.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 28, 2010, 12:49:39 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    Maybe you have not thought about this, but technology has overtaken us now. Say that you work on a machine, that machine has leaking condensators and this has ruined the old Mobo beyond repair, wouldn't you need your back-ups then?

    Answer no, because you can have the hard-disk restored as a peripheral for a few bucks encased with its own USB plug and feed and hang it undo a new computer (have to re-own the data again with Vista or W7 but still have all your data), in the case of SafeHex and without a destructive virus infection then maybe you should not need back-ups, but I still have a back-up on a usb stick (8 GB is enough for incrementals),

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 29, 2010, 06:22:09 PM
    Hi malware fighters,

    New windows security admin tool EMET version 2: http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2010/07/28/announcing-the-upcoming-release-of-emet-v2.aspx

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 29, 2010, 07:02:17 PM
    Hi malware fighters,

    New windows security admin tool EMET version 2: http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2010/07/28/announcing-the-upcoming-release-of-emet-v2.aspx

    polonus
    Quote
    While EMET can be used by anybody, it is primarily targeted at protecting applications on machines that are at high risk for attack. Good examples include line of business applications on backend servers and browsers on the desktops of corporate executives. These are scenarios where an application compromise could be particularly damaging.
     
    As with most software, deploying this tool will likely involve an individual, such as an IT professional
    Obviously not designed for the average user.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 29, 2010, 08:37:50 PM
    Hi bob3160,


    But useful for some here,


    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 30, 2010, 10:50:53 AM
    Microsoft names September for IE9 beta >>> http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/07/29/interenet_explorer_9_sept_beta/
    Next Gnome (3.0) delayed until 2011 >>> http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/07/29/gnome_delay/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 09, 2010, 01:46:50 PM
    CheckDrive: Freeware to Scan and Fix Hard Drive Crash and Errors
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    CheckDrive offers you an easy way to check your hard drives for errors. CheckDrive may detect and fix hard drive errors that might appear on system crashes or when switching off your PC without a proper Windows shutdown. If you ever had a system crash then CheckDrive is for you.

    CheckDrive offers you an easy way of checking your PCs hard drives for errors. Those errors can be fixed immediately if you like.

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 10, 2010, 12:01:35 AM
    CheckDrive: Freeware to Scan and Fix Hard Drive Crash and Errors
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    CheckDrive offers you an easy way to check your hard drives for errors. CheckDrive may detect and fix hard drive errors that might appear on system crashes or when switching off your PC without a proper Windows shutdown. If you ever had a system crash then CheckDrive is for you.

    CheckDrive offers you an easy way of checking your PCs hard drives for errors. Those errors can be fixed immediately if you like.

    It also shows info about your drives and determines if your hard drive needs to be cleaned or defragmented.
    Does it really do more than Chkdsk already does as far as fixing errors?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 10, 2010, 12:18:58 AM
    CheckDrive: Freeware to Scan and Fix Hard Drive Crash and Errors
    http://www.askvg.com/checkdrive-freeware-to-scan-and-fix-hard-drive-crash-and-errors/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29

    CheckDrive offers you an easy way to check your hard drives for errors. CheckDrive may detect and fix hard drive errors that might appear on system crashes or when switching off your PC without a proper Windows shutdown. If you ever had a system crash then CheckDrive is for you.

    CheckDrive offers you an easy way of checking your PCs hard drives for errors. Those errors can be fixed immediately if you like.

    It also shows info about your drives and determines if your hard drive needs to be cleaned or defragmented.
    Does it really do more than Chkdsk already does as far as fixing errors?

    I would strongly advise to skip that sort of crap, and yes do stick to Chkdsk ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 10, 2010, 03:39:03 AM
    Does it really do more than Chkdsk already does as far as fixing errors?
    I don't think so. But I didn't post that ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 10, 2010, 09:30:24 AM
    Firefox 4 to include silent update system
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Firefox-4-to-include-silent-update-system-1052756.html
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: disPlay on August 10, 2010, 06:39:35 PM
    Firefox 4 to include silent update system
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Firefox-4-to-include-silent-update-system-1052756.html
    asyn


    Nice find.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 10, 2010, 07:09:00 PM
    Firefox 4 to include silent update system
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Firefox-4-to-include-silent-update-system-1052756.html
    asyn


    sounds like Chrome ;D ...but okay, that's a good thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on August 10, 2010, 11:07:02 PM
    I read about this some time back but I guess, they need to install addons also silently

    I am not sure
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on August 11, 2010, 05:37:59 AM
    I for one wouldn't mind the silent installs of updates, provided that they didn't screw the program up.

    When you bounce around between different machines at client offices, it's a pain to go update the program, update the add-ons, update the themes, etc.

    Sounds good to me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 11, 2010, 02:33:10 PM
    I would much rather it was a notification of an update being available rather than an autonomous update. Or better still a choice of what option to have auto/notify the last thing I want is an autonomous update happening whilst you are busy.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 11, 2010, 02:48:32 PM
    I would much rather it was a notification of an update being available rather than an autonomous update. Or better still a choice of what option to have auto/notify the last thing I want is an autonomous update happening whilst you are busy.

    that's because you're on dial-up, you don't feel these updates on broadband. They're minimal on Chrome for instance.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 11, 2010, 02:55:10 PM
    That is a major factor, but I hate anything forced on me, there are very few applications that I allow to auto update, avast being a notable exception (and even then it isn't forced as you can change that if you wish).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 11, 2010, 05:50:46 PM
    Google Releases Standalone Windows Installer (MSI) for Chrome
    http://www.askvg.com/google-releases-standalone-windows-installer-msi-for-chrome/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 12, 2010, 08:44:10 AM
    That is a major factor, but I hate anything forced on me, there are very few applications that I allow to auto update, avast being a notable exception (and even then it isn't forced as you can change that if you wish).

    The option seems deselectable...
    asyn

    Quote
    Faaborg says that only minor Firefox 4 updates will occur automatically and that users will be able to change the setting via the Options > Advanced > Update menu
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 12, 2010, 03:43:05 PM
    Thanks, I certainly hope so.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 12, 2010, 10:39:29 PM
    Thanks, I certainly hope so.

    No problem, Dave. ;)
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 13, 2010, 09:07:30 PM
    Chrome gets "click to play" ;D (should only work with the "dev"/"canary"/"chromium nightly" versions )

    just add  --enable-click-to-play --enable-resource-content-settings to the target line of your Chrome shortcut, set to "do not allow any site to use plugins" in content settings (this one was available for a while but wait...)

     Now that you got the arguments added to the Chrome executable, you can allow plugins on a one time basis, just like NoScript or FlashBlock in Firefox. You can still white list an entire page/site permanently, or just once (from the icon in the address bar).

     edit: next step is selective javascript ???

    ps: @ Polonus, "pay to click" hasn't been announced yet ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on August 13, 2010, 09:30:42 PM
    Logos,

    Clever solution, just like tabbing the processes separately, and it helps the users that do not trust themselves toggling and tweaking the Google ad tracking machine, well I mean browser application, so it is all to please the broad user base. Again this is not the same as the savvy user of NoScript in Fx that knows how the extension behaves, what surrogate scripts he has to run not to be tracked, what exactly to block and and how to combine it with the actions of RequestPolicy, the latter user will function or have security in a different league altogether,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 13, 2010, 09:36:06 PM
    @ Polonus: I know that this just add a "flashblock" like functionality, but I still consider this as a nice step forward. And not just to please the masses. I do think that a vast majority won't use that, as they don't want to be bothered, which is also understandable. That will be a matter of personal choice. Hmm...did you mean that you found ways to tweak the ad-tracking (not talking about the sending of the uinique ID here) in Chrome without using any extension or known userscript ??? ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 14, 2010, 12:01:22 AM
    Microsoft readies Beta 2 of Windows Live Essentials 2011
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/microsoft-readies-beta-2-of-windows-live-essentials-2011/7069

    (and IE9 beta is out on sept 15 ;D http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2367787,00.asp )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 14, 2010, 02:29:44 AM
    Quote
    Again this is not the same as the savvy user of NoScript in Fx that knows how the extension behaves, what surrogate scripts he has to run not to be tracked, what exactly to block and and how to combine it with the actions of RequestPolicy, the latter user will function or have security in a different league altogether,
    What you're describing, might be used by .05% or less of those who have NoScript installed. It certainly isn't something the average person will ever use
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 14, 2010, 04:23:34 AM
    Quote
    Again this is not the same as the savvy user of NoScript in Fx that knows how the extension behaves, what surrogate scripts he has to run not to be tracked, what exactly to block and and how to combine it with the actions of RequestPolicy, the latter user will function or have security in a different league altogether,
    What you're describing, might be used by .05% or less of those who have NoScript installed. It certainly isn't something the average person will ever use
    Exactly, how many people even know what RequestPolicy even means?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jtaylor83 on August 17, 2010, 04:32:23 AM
    Oracle apparently shuts doors on OpenSolaris

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20013687-264.html?tag=topStories3

    Rest in Peace. Solaris 11 will be different under Oracle.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 19, 2010, 03:54:47 PM
    Intel to Buy McAfee in $7.68 Billion Deal
    http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/08/19/intel-to-buy-mcafee-for-7-7-billion/
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20100819/bs_nm/us_mcafee_intel

    Press release:
    http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20100819005699&newsLang=en
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 19, 2010, 04:48:35 PM
    Intel to Buy McAfee in $7.68 Billion Deal
    http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/08/19/intel-to-buy-mcafee-for-7-7-billion/
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20100819/bs_nm/us_mcafee_intel

    Press release:
    http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20100819005699&newsLang=en

    Wow..!! Thanks Tech...!! :)
    Interesting news, but does anyone know, what they want to do with it...??
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 19, 2010, 05:04:58 PM
    They have more money than sense, I too find it hard to see why they made this decision as it isn't an obvious field for Intel. Mind you over the years they have had their fingers in many pies, sometimes to prevent the competition getting in there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 19, 2010, 06:07:47 PM
    Intel to Buy McAfee in $7.68 Billion Deal

    Info from the companies...
    Intel: http://newsroom.intel.com/community/intel_newsroom/blog/2010/08/19/intel-to-acquire-mcafee
    McAfee: http://siblog.mcafee.com/ceo-perspectives/mcafee-agrees-to-be-acquired-by-intel/
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 19, 2010, 06:34:49 PM
    HP to acquire Fortify Software
    http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press/2010/100817a.html
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 19, 2010, 08:26:43 PM
    NXP Selected to Secure New German National Identity Card
    http://www.nxp.com/news/content/file_1750.html
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 20, 2010, 08:24:39 AM
    Intel to Buy McAfee in $7.68 Billion Deal
    http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/08/19/intel-to-buy-mcafee-for-7-7-billion/
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20100819/bs_nm/us_mcafee_intel

    Press release:
    http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20100819005699&newsLang=en

    Wow..!! Thanks Tech...!! :)
    Interesting news, but does anyone know, what they want to do with it...??
    asyn

    Since McAfee slows systems down so badly, maybe Intel wants it for testing purposes. If a newly developed processor performs well with McAfee running, it will do even better with something else.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 20, 2010, 10:13:19 AM
    Since McAfee slows systems down so badly, maybe Intel wants it for testing purposes. If a newly developed processor performs well with McAfee running, it will do even better with something else.  ;D

    sure DCH, and that's certainly why they're coughing almost 7 billions for it :D I mean you can't be that ***...err...you probably can  ;D ...I mean let's face it, you're a genius ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 20, 2010, 01:45:28 PM
    Since McAfee slows systems down so badly, maybe Intel wants it for testing purposes. If a newly developed processor performs well with McAfee running, it will do even better with something else.  ;D

    sure DCH, and that's certainly why they're coughing almost 7 billions for it :D I mean you can't be that ***...err...you probably can  ;D ...I mean let's face it, you're a genius ;D
    Geez  you can't even recognize a joke when you see one.  Didn't you see the huge grinning emoticon?  Get a sense of humor.  It was a dig at McAfee which I'm sure most people would realize.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Altarir. on August 20, 2010, 01:47:03 PM
    Geez  you can't even recognize a joke when you see one.  Didn't you see the huge grinning emoticon?  Get a sense of humor.

    Wait, don't you see three grinning and smiling emoticons in post of Logos?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 20, 2010, 01:48:05 PM
    Geez  you can't even recognize a joke when you see one.  Didn't you see the huge grinning emoticon?  Get a sense of humor.

    Wait, don't you see three emoticons in post of Logos?
    But---he wasn't joking.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 20, 2010, 04:29:05 PM
    Time to get back on topic.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 20, 2010, 07:16:04 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 20, 2010, 11:52:20 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 20, 2010, 11:55:54 PM
    delete
    No idea of what you are talking about ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: anothermack on August 21, 2010, 12:11:32 AM
    delete
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    I do  ;D ;D ;D

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 25, 2010, 03:14:14 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 26, 2010, 02:32:40 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 28, 2010, 05:49:27 PM
    (http://i.zdnet.com/gallery/460705-583-326.jpg)

    Commodore 64 is back (http://www.zdnet.com/photos/commodore-64-is-back-photos/460686?tag=nl.e589)   Additional information (http://www.zdnet.co.uk/news/desktop-hardware/2010/08/27/commodore-usa-to-revive-pc64-with-atom-processor-40089950/)
    I might just have to look into getting a souped up mate for my original 64.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 28, 2010, 05:56:36 PM
    I might just have to look into getting a souped up mate for my original 64.  ;D

    Nice..!! But I doubt 'the C64 feeling' is the same with the new hardware...
    Btw, my old one is still running... :)
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 28, 2010, 06:35:13 PM
    Quote
    Btw, my old one is still running...
    Mine too. :) I have however gone through quite a few PC's since I bought the C64.
    They just don't make things like they used to anymore..... :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on August 30, 2010, 06:40:46 AM
    ***

    An interesting development for Commodore.

    I still have my C64, C128, A1000, & A500. They still worked when I last used them but that has been at least 10 years ago. One of these days, I may get around to firing them up again.


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 30, 2010, 10:08:19 AM
    (http://i.zdnet.com/gallery/460705-583-326.jpg)

    Commodore 64 is back (http://www.zdnet.com/photos/commodore-64-is-back-photos/460686?tag=nl.e589)   Additional information (http://www.zdnet.co.uk/news/desktop-hardware/2010/08/27/commodore-usa-to-revive-pc64-with-atom-processor-40089950/)
    I might just have to look into getting a souped up mate for my original 64.  ;D
    If you look on their website, they make other models too. Including a souped up one with a core i7 and Nvidia 385 graphics. That one costs  $1295. The C64 clone has power comparable to a netbook. It has an Atom processor. I still have my Coleco ADAM system which actually was more advanced for the time than the C64 was.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2010, 02:27:26 PM
    Quote
    I still have my Coleco ADAM system which actually was more advanced for the time than the C64 was.
    If you consider allowing a printer to control the computer more advanced, I'd have to agree with you.
    All kidding aside, It would be interesting to see how many other old timers try to make a comeback if the C64 venture succeeds.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 30, 2010, 11:38:10 PM
    Quote
    I still have my Coleco ADAM system which actually was more advanced for the time than the C64 was.
    If you consider allowing a printer to control the computer more advanced, I'd have to agree with you.
    All kidding aside, It would be interesting to see how many other old timers try to make a comeback if the C64 venture succeeds.  :)
    Yeah that was the design flaw that killed ADAM. Mine has a standalone power supply and uses a dot matrix printer through an addin card. Other than that, ADAM was far more advanced. It had a true plug and play OS for it's peripherals and was a lot better for gaming. You could use the Colecovision game cartridges with it and there were better games available on tapes or disks. there was a built in word processor and it also was a breeze to program for. It had expansion slots for memory and peripheral controllers including modems, hard drives, printers. It really was the most advanced computer system of it's day and it was a shame the bad decision to put the power supply inside the balky printer prevented it from being more widely accepted.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 31, 2010, 05:51:53 PM
    Microsoft RichCopy: Free Utility to Copy Multiple Files with Pause/Resume Function
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 01, 2010, 05:52:52 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on September 01, 2010, 06:13:34 PM
    Tech,

    Clean up the url. You have pasted directly from your email, I guess ;). Remove from :
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    Thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on September 02, 2010, 09:00:13 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - EASEUS Partition Master Professional Edition 6.1.1

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2010, 04:02:03 AM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on September 07, 2010, 07:49:19 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - EASEUS Partition Master Professional Edition 6.1.1

    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/easeus-partition-master-professional-edition-611/

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 08, 2010, 07:06:56 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on September 08, 2010, 07:29:16 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 08, 2010, 07:55:35 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 10, 2010, 01:14:17 PM
    Online Armor temporarily disqualified from Matousec
    http://www.matousec.com/info/?news=146-Online_Armor_temporarily_disqualified
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 10, 2010, 11:04:20 PM
    Online Armor temporarily disqualified from Matousec
    http://www.matousec.com/info/?news=146-Online_Armor_temporarily_disqualified

    TallEmu no longer is in charge of Online Armor. It was taken over by Emsisoft a while ago so it's no wonder they're not getting the correct response.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 10, 2010, 11:14:42 PM
    Online Armor temporarily disqualified from Matousec
    http://www.matousec.com/info/?news=146-Online_Armor_temporarily_disqualified

    TallEmu no longer is in charge of Online Armor. It was taken over by Emsisoft a while ago so it's no wonder they're not getting the correct response.
    Is that like being borged by Symantec. ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SafeSurf on September 13, 2010, 10:23:44 AM
    Emsisoft bought Online Armor quite a while ago, and the transition went smoothly.  The development of the newer versions of OA is on track and progressing quite nicely and is now compatible with 64-bit.  :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Go Pack Go on September 14, 2010, 06:07:38 AM
    "Intel's walled garden plan to put A/V vendors out of business"
    http://arstechnica.com/business/news/2010/09/intels-walled-garden-plan-to-put-av-vendors-out-of-business.ars (http://arstechnica.com/business/news/2010/09/intels-walled-garden-plan-to-put-av-vendors-out-of-business.ars)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 14, 2010, 11:26:20 AM
    Quote
    The unofficial guide to installing iTunes 10 without bloatware
    By Ed Bott | September 9, 2010, 6:37pm PDT

    One of the most popular posts I wrote in 2008 was a set of step-by-step instructions to help you do what Apple doesn’t want you to do with iTunes for Windows (see Slimming down the bloated iTunes installer). Now that iTunes 10 has been released, it’s apparent that nothing has changed in Cupertino. Apple still gives its customers a monolithic iTunes setup program with absolutely no options to pick and choose based on your specific needs.

    Why is that important? When you run the iTunes setup program, it unpacks six Windows Installer packages and a master setup program, which then installs nearly 300MB of program and support files, a kernel-mode CD/DVD-burning driver, multiple system services, and a bunch of browser plugins. It configures two “helper” programs to start automatically every time you start your PC, giving you no easy way to disable them.
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/the-unofficial-guide-to-installing-itunes-10-without-bloatware/2390
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on September 15, 2010, 07:19:25 PM
    Quote
    The unofficial guide to installing iTunes 10 without bloatware
    By Ed Bott | September 9, 2010, 6:37pm PDT

    One of the most popular posts I wrote in 2008 was a set of step-by-step instructions to help you do what Apple doesn’t want you to do with iTunes for Windows (see Slimming down the bloated iTunes installer). Now that iTunes 10 has been released, it’s apparent that nothing has changed in Cupertino. Apple still gives its customers a monolithic iTunes setup program with absolutely no options to pick and choose based on your specific needs.

    Why is that important? When you run the iTunes setup program, it unpacks six Windows Installer packages and a master setup program, which then installs nearly 300MB of program and support files, a kernel-mode CD/DVD-burning driver, multiple system services, and a bunch of browser plugins. It configures two “helper” programs to start automatically every time you start your PC, giving you no easy way to disable them.
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/the-unofficial-guide-to-installing-itunes-10-without-bloatware/2390


    Thanks for that!  I don't use it, but I have a lot of customers that do...

    Oh, and I like this quote:
    Quote
    And you wonder why I dislike iTunes with a passion that burns like the fire of a thousand suns?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 15, 2010, 08:37:28 PM

    Thanks for that!  I don't use it, but I have a lot of customers that do...

    Oh, and I like this quote:
    Quote
    And you wonder why I dislike iTunes with a passion that burns like the fire of a thousand suns?
    Kind of like heartburn.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 15, 2010, 09:39:46 PM
    Why use iTunes at all when there are many free alternatives available ???
    The following link list's 8 free alternatives.
    http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html (http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on September 15, 2010, 10:07:09 PM

    Why use iTunes at all when there are many free alternatives available ???
    The following link list's 8 free alternatives.
    http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html (http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html)


    Well, for the same reason that regular computer users use Adobe Reader for PDF files instead of foxit...

    They don't know any better!

    Plus, they're big creatures of habit, so if you take away their precious iTunes after they've been using it for 2+ years and slap on something else, they'll just moan and complain until you put it back on for them.

    arrgh... users.  Sheep, I tell you. Sheep.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 15, 2010, 10:19:04 PM
    They don't know any better!

    Plus, they're big creatures of habit, so if you take away their precious iTunes after they've been using it for 2+ years and slap on something else, they'll just moan and complain until you put it back on for them.

    arrgh... users.  Sheep, I tell you. Sheep.
    Lemmings is a better term. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on September 16, 2010, 01:50:31 PM
    Why use iTunes at all when there are many free alternatives available ???
    The following link list's 8 free alternatives.
    http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html (http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html)


    You will notice that most don't support the ipod touch, which I have, and they also wont have the itunes store which I use...

    And to be honest I chose to have an ipod and itunes because I wanted it, and I am glad I did.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 16, 2010, 03:33:41 PM
    IE9 Beta is now available in many languages.
    If you're interested in trying it, pick your flavor here (http://windows.microsoft.com/ie9?os=win7&arch=a&browser=other).  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 16, 2010, 04:28:08 PM

    Well, for the same reason that regular computer users use Adobe Reader for PDF files instead of foxit...

    They don't know any better!

    arrgh... users.  Sheep, I tell you. Sheep.
    I just switched to PDF Xchange for my pdf reader. What made me switch is the fact that Pdf Xchange does everything just as good and fast as the Adobe reader without loading anything at startup. I wasn't concerned with security. I've never tried Foxit but I have seen that it has had security issues just like Adobe has and it's website suggests that you have to install plugins to get full functionality. Pdf Xchange just plain works.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: fredvries on September 16, 2010, 05:27:35 PM
    SafeFox 1.0.5

    If you use Firefox you might have noticed that over time it is getting slower to load during startup and its overall speed will decrease considerably. This is the result of several files becoming too defragmented and becoming too large. Another problem of these files is that they store a great deal of personal and personally identifiable information about you and the sites you visit.

    I've created my own little program.

    See here (https://sites.google.com/site/fredvries/home) for more information and download
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on September 16, 2010, 08:38:09 PM
    Hi malware fighters,

    New windows security admin tool EMET version 2: http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2010/07/28/announcing-the-upcoming-release-of-emet-v2.aspx

    polonus

    Polonus this one is beauty... I discovered it today and allready using it with success.

    http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Security/Microsoft-Security-Tool-Mitigates-Adobe-Zeroday-Vulnerability-140681/

    http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2010/09/10/use-emet-2-0-to-block-the-adobe-0-day-exploit.aspx

    Quote
    Microsoft and Adobe Systems announced Sept. 10 that the latest edition of Microsoft's Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit can be used to block attacks. The announcement followed reports that an exploit currently in the wild can bypass Microsoft's data execution prevention feature using a technique known as ROP (return-oriented programming).

    "Normally Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) would help prevent successful exploitation," said a post on Microsoft's Security Research & Defense blog. "However, this product ships with a DLL (icucnv36.dll) that doesn't have ASLR turned on. Without ASLR, this DLL is always going to be loaded at a predictable address and can be leverage by an exploit."

    EMET 2.0 blocks the exploit by deploying mandatory ASLR as well as export address table access filtering, Microsoft said.

    Tool mentioned in other threads aswell:

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=50327.msg426310#msg426310

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=63221.msg536887#msg536887



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on September 16, 2010, 09:29:20 PM
    Hi forum friends,

    Yes this can be a great help to harden the good, old XP SP3 to give it Vista or W7 security features. The mitigation is fine for which mitigation has been forseen by the developers of the software, else one can have issues. So use it wisely, but it can be a great help.
    I also advise you to run the following tool, and check your every exe, dll, ocx, sys, etc. of your machine with dependency walker and check various dll dependancies, version 2 in various flaw has downloads here: http://www.dependencywalker.com/
    I further hand down the translated txt link to the following discussion with the renowned researchers: Didier Stevens (Belgium) and Dutch security expert, Bitwiper,
    http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=nl&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.security.nl%2Fartikel%2F34428%2F1%2FMicrosoft_tool_beschermt_tegen_Adobe_Reader-lek.html

    Very interesting stuff for the connoisseur,

    polonus

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on September 17, 2010, 06:54:39 AM
    SafeFox 1.0.5

    If you use Firefox you might have noticed that over time it is getting slower to load during startup and its overall speed will decrease considerably. This is the result of several files becoming too defragmented and becoming too large. Another problem of these files is that they store a great deal of personal and personally identifiable information about you and the sites you visit.

    I've created my own little program.

    See here (https://sites.google.com/site/fredvries/home) for more information and download

    Be sure to back up your Firefox profile before running Fred's little batch file.  It removes many more files than most users would want, including all your bookmarks, passwords, site-specific settings, toolbar configuration, application settings, the security module, and much more.  I don't recommend using it at all.

    Edit: Bookmarks are not removed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 17, 2010, 09:34:25 AM
    <snip>

    Be sure to back up your Firefox profile before running Fred's little batch file.  It removes many more files than most users would want, including all your bookmarks, passwords, site-specific settings, toolbar configuration, application settings, the security module, and much more.  I don't recommend using it at all.

    Edit: Bookmarks are not removed.

    I echo that sentiment the little program is a disaster (not far short of a piece of malware), removing much, much more, even hacking through installed KB stuff and many more areas totally unrelated to firefox. It left my system unbootable, with an error about hal.dll (I think that is correct) an essential file.

    I could have stopped it when I saw it hacking through my system like wildfire, but I left it to see the end result, safe in the knowledge that I would be able to restore my weekly drive image back-up.

    So after the un-bootable error, I just popped in my bootable CD to run the Drive Image software and under 30 minutes later I was virtually back to square one having also restored my daily backup for emails, docs, etc. I shudder to think how someone without a robust back-up and recovery strategy would have coped.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: fredvries on September 17, 2010, 10:06:18 AM
    I'm sorry if running the program caused you to lose some data but please keep in mind that the program is posted in forum of an anti-virus program. I personally find my privacy much more valuable than having data on my system that could be harvested by advertising companies (or worse).

    Most of which is removed by the program is gathered from this page  (http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_folder_-_Firefox#Files) from Mozilla itself.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 17, 2010, 12:18:44 PM
    Well I don't know why it took a diversion and ripped through my system like wildfire instead of just that listed in the Mozilla page reference you give. It should basically be in the docs & settings/users or firefox program folders and not go rampaging through system folders. So I guess the code needs looking at.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 17, 2010, 12:35:00 PM
    my suggestion is that such stuff is submitted to Mozilla first >>> I saw that here yesterday and there's no way I would have tried it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 17, 2010, 12:40:49 PM
    my suggestion is that such stuff is submitted to Mozilla first >>> I saw that here yesterday and there's no way I would have tried it.

    I only tried it, because it was here and because others might have done the same to see the effect; safe in the knowledge I could restore my last weekly backup image. If anything I should have run a new image backup first, but it was only three days old.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on September 17, 2010, 01:05:30 PM
    Lucky me. Hostman blocks access to sites.google.com 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: medway01 on September 17, 2010, 07:45:54 PM
    Why use iTunes at all when there are many free alternatives available ???
    The following link list's 8 free alternatives.
    http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html (http://www.ilovefreesoftware.com/27/featured/8-free-alternatives-to-itunes-for-windows.html)


    Thank you bob3160 for this information, I have nothing but trouble with Itunes on my daughters pc,the final straw for this bloatware was deleting one track removed Itunes together with corrupting the widnows drive, I have back up images at hand to fall back on but its the hasle of installing and setting up again thats a pain. Now all I need to do is to try and wean her off itunes :-)
    --
    Mart

    ( capt mart if ye speak like a pirate !)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 18, 2010, 12:02:30 AM
    Aye capt. mart, tis a wise move ye made.
    Glad to help a ship mate. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2010, 02:16:01 PM
    Something FREE from Ashampoo
    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1 (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1)
    If you can use it, free is always good. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 21, 2010, 08:45:57 PM
    Something FREE from Ashampoo
    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1 (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1)
    If you can use it, free is always good. :)
    Nice offer, I'm going to try out the Snap 3 program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 21, 2010, 09:13:52 PM
    Something FREE from Ashampoo
    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1 (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1)
    If you can use it, free is always good. :)
    No Ashampoo applications for me!

    WinOptimizer will trash your system if you believe what it says!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 21, 2010, 11:56:37 PM
    I installed Snap3 and it works very well once you figure it out. I wasn't about to touch the others although the burning suite looked good. I don't need it though, between Sonic Digital Media Plus that came on this machine and the free ImgBurn, I can do anything.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 22, 2010, 01:10:22 AM
    I installed Snap3 and it works very well once you figure it out. I wasn't about to touch the others although the burning suite looked good. I don't need it though, between Sonic Digital Media Plus that came on this machine and the free ImgBurn, I can do anything.
    Even burn a DVD from an avi file in one step ???  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 22, 2010, 01:13:05 AM
    [url=http://How to Track and (Potentially) Recover Your Stolen Laptop or Android with Prey]How to Track and (Potentially) Recover Your Stolen Laptop or Android with Prey (http://gawker.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=251e609e1dba3888b86c21cc8&id=d94f10330c&e=08030053a8)[/u][/url]
    Here's a nice video that highlights some of the features. (David, you can now watch this  ;D )
    http://gawker.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=251e609e1dba3888b86c21cc8&id=2d16514e5c&e=08030053a8 (http://gawker.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=251e609e1dba3888b86c21cc8&id=2d16514e5c&e=08030053a8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 22, 2010, 05:37:55 AM
    I installed Snap3 and it works very well once you figure it out. I wasn't about to touch the others although the burning suite looked good. I don't need it though, between Sonic Digital Media Plus that came on this machine and the free ImgBurn, I can do anything.
    Even burn a DVD from an avi file in one step ???  :)
    I can do that with DVD Flick--a great free program that I've had for a while.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 23, 2010, 02:04:15 AM
    Thanks for posting the info about the free Ashampoo products Bob  ;D. I decided to try the burning suite and I like it. It has more capabilities than Digital Media Plus including making bootable discs, creating backup archives on external drives, ripping CD's, more image file type support, built in Lightscribe labeling ability and lots of other labelling options, Blu-ray support (which I can't use yet but maybe some day). The DVD authoring feature is kind of redundant because you can burn the DVD folders as a data disc and it will play perfectly, I've done it that way before.

    Overall, the program is  pretty impressive and best of all, free. It does as much as bundled versions of Nero and Cyberlink do with far less bloat. I already ditched Sonic and I may even be able to get rid of my Sure Thing labeling program. I got two free products and I like both of them very much. Thanks again.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 23, 2010, 02:52:27 PM
    Your Welcome Dch48. :)
    I've been a fan of their Burning Studio since version 6.
    IMHO, it has Nero beat by a mile and the price for Ashampoo Burning Studio 2010 Advanced (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1)
    certainly can't be beat.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 24, 2010, 05:39:53 AM
    Your Welcome Dch48. :)
    I've been a fan of their Burning Studio since version 6.
    IMHO, it has Nero beat by a mile and the price for Ashampoo Burning Studio 2010 Advanced (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1)
    certainly can't be beat.
    Nope, can't be beat with a stick  ;D .  I like that it will be usable when I finally get a new system with Win7. The Sonic software I was using is only for XP and, since it came bundled from HP, will only install on this machine anyway.

     I also like, as I said earlier, DVD Flick. You can take .avi or other video files and convert them to a DVD that will play in any DVD player with menus, chapter breaks, subtitles, and everything a commercial DVD would have. The quality varies with how much video you convert but for files up to 4 hours in length it produces pretty good discs. It is also able to use double layer discs which obviously would extend the amount of data you can convert.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 24, 2010, 10:43:23 AM
    Microsoft Security Essentials free for small businesses
    http://blogs.msdn.com/b/mssmallbiz/archive/2010/09/22/announcing-microsoft-security-essentials-available-free-to-small-businesses-in-october.aspx
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 25, 2010, 11:27:15 AM
    Quote
    Five myths about Facebook

    By David Kirkpatrick
    Sunday, September 26, 2010

    Movies often have Web sites, but it's not so often that Web sites have movies. Facebook, of course, is not just any Web site; in the 6 1/2 years since founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg started the social networking service in his Harvard dorm room, it has acquired 500 million active users worldwide. It may be the fastest-growing company in history. And now, yes, it is the inspiration for a movie, "The Social Network," opening Oct. 1. Even before Hollywood got involved, however, Facebook was the subject of quite a bit of lore -- not all of it true.
    http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/09/23/AR2010092304440.html?wpisrc=nl_tech
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 25, 2010, 11:47:15 AM
    as I mentioned a few times on this forum, I really don't like Facebook at all, so I just don't use it, but still, after reading an article about FB's popularity, I checked on Alexa, and guess who might soon become the most frequented site worldwide?  ;D

    http://www.alexa.com/topsites
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 25, 2010, 12:22:28 PM
    as I mentioned a few times on this forum, I really don't like Facebook at all, so I just don't use it, but still, after reading an article about FB's popularity, I checked on Alexa, and guess who might soon become the most frequented site worldwide?  ;D

    http://www.alexa.com/topsites
    Its popular with the young crowd:
    Audience Demographics for Facebook.com
    http://www.alexa.com/siteinfo/facebook.com# 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2010, 04:30:49 PM
    Quote
    Its popular with the young crowd:
    Gee thanks it's nice to be called young again....  ;D ;D
    http://www.facebook.com/bob3160 (http://www.facebook.com/bob3160)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 25, 2010, 04:44:52 PM
    Quote
    Its popular with the young crowd:
    Gee thanks it's nice to be called young again....  ;D ;D
    http://www.facebook.com/bob3160 (http://www.facebook.com/bob3160)

    lol ;D this said there are millions of adults using Facebook
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 25, 2010, 07:57:18 PM
    Quote
    Its popular with the young crowd:
    Gee thanks it's nice to be called young again....  ;D ;D
    http://www.facebook.com/bob3160 (http://www.facebook.com/bob3160)

    lol ;D this said there are millions of adults using Facebook
    I guess you aren't yet an adult.  ;)

    You are quite a good Archivist Flame Warrior though:
    http://redwing.hutman.net/~mreed/warriorshtm/archivist.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2010, 08:06:52 PM
    Quote
    I guess you aren't yet an adult.
    You're right. I consider myself in my second childhood.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 25, 2010, 08:27:09 PM
    Quote
    I guess you aren't yet an adult.
    You're right. I consider myself in my second childhood.  ;D
    Me too.

    I have learned to get along with people and it works best if you are not confrontational but Logos is the master of Confrontation

    4. an open conflict of opposing ideas, forces, etc.
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/confrontation

    Its not easy for French people to understand  English even though many English words have French roots.

    Maybe it goes back to the French Revoution where all intelligent people where killed ???

    Have you ever tried to deal with a French-Canadian ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 25, 2010, 09:08:42 PM
    I have adopted this as my motto:

    Growing old is inevitable but growing up is optional.

    It serves me well and I enjoy the simple things in life a lot more than many people my age who have allowed the stereotypes of society to apply to them because they think it's the way they should be.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2010, 09:48:10 PM
    Quote
    I guess you aren't yet an adult.
    You're right. I consider myself in my second childhood.  ;D
    Me too.

    I have learned to get along with people and it works best if you are not confrontational but Logos is the master of Confrontation

    4. an open conflict of opposing ideas, forces, etc.
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/confrontation

    Its not easy for French people to understand  English even though many English words have French roots.

    Maybe it goes back to the French Revoution where all intelligent people where killed ???

    Have you ever tried to deal with a French-Canadian ???
    This certainly isn't Logos who is trying to start up another confrontation.  :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 25, 2010, 11:23:15 PM
    We got off topic here... ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 26, 2010, 12:08:35 AM
    Quote
    I guess you aren't yet an adult.
    You're right. I consider myself in my second childhood.  ;D
    Me too.

    I have learned to get along with people and it works best if you are not confrontational but Logos is the master of Confrontation

    4. an open conflict of opposing ideas, forces, etc.
    http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/confrontation

    Its not easy for French people to understand  English even though many English words have French roots.

    Maybe it goes back to the French Revoution where all intelligent people where killed ???

    Have you ever tried to deal with a French-Canadian ???
    This certainly isn't Logos who is trying to start up another confrontation.  :(

    thanks Bob ;) just wondering how long it will still take until they decide to ban him.
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on September 26, 2010, 09:22:17 AM
    Logos isn't the one going around randomly insulting people and trying to start confrontations, you are Kenny. You are a very narrow minded man and a master troll.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: 13thSlayer on September 26, 2010, 02:28:41 PM
    Logos isn't the one going around randomly insulting people and trying to start confrontations, you are, Kenny. You are a very narrow minded man and a master, amazing, superb, fantastic troll. Congratulations.
    Fixed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 26, 2010, 02:41:27 PM
    archiving Yokenny's xenophobic hits ;D so far he's been ranting against the French, the Russians, the Slovens and anything that's not Canadian with obscure British roots and illiterate. But hey, unless you bash a potential customer (who deserves it), you're not banned here ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 26, 2010, 02:47:44 PM
    Well raking over hot coals is hardly likely to make matters any better. If you don't like it use the report to moderator link in the offensive post.

    So lets get back on topic thanks.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 26, 2010, 02:49:58 PM
    Well raking over hot coals is hardly likely to make matters any better. If you don't like it use the report to moderator link in the offensive post.

    So lets get back on topic thanks.

    ...didn't notice that unless reporting obvious spam, that link was useless  ??? ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 26, 2010, 02:59:28 PM
    Then that is a problem with the system and they the moderators are the ones to hand out any bananas or warnings should they feel it necessary and as a third party you don't know if action has been taken (I doubt you would be informed of that).

    All that the tit for tat fighting achieves is to derail and take a topic off topic.

    Then we do see some intervention in the topic, but by then the topic has little value to its original subject. We have no input or control over the moderators action/s; all we have is the report to moderator link, if it is used enough I guess they would have to take notice, but the tit for tat posting fanning the flames achieves even less, to the detriment to the topic.

    My last comment on this as we are taking it even further off-topic.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 26, 2010, 03:15:25 PM
    ...the lack of action in terms of moderation here is deplorable, an absolute disaster. It's been mentioned several times and that doesn't change anything, they don't delete duplicates, they don't move posts when necessary, they don't lock or delete duplicated threads, and they allow a psycho like the poster mentioned here to be off topic and insult randomly tens of members. I'm asking here and publicly for a permanent ban of Yokenny. The guys never helps anyone (how could he...), he's spreading off topics posts all over the forums, again he's insulting people randomly and mostly in regard to their citizenship, uploading ridiculous and retarded pictures, and that should go on? how long? I mean the guy is the shame of that forum, get him out of here >:(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 26, 2010, 07:58:38 PM
    ...the lack of action in terms of moderation here is deplorable, an absolute disaster. It's been mentioned several times and that doesn't change anything, they don't delete duplicates, they don't move posts when necessary, they don't lock or delete duplicated threads
    +1

    But let's go back to the topic.
    We can discuss this in another thread, or even opening a poll about Moderation :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on September 27, 2010, 02:31:21 PM
    Quote
    ...the lack of action in terms of moderation here is deplorable, an absolute disaster. It's been mentioned several times and that doesn't change anything, they don't delete duplicates, they don't move posts when necessary, they don't lock or delete duplicated threads

    Nearly all of the action in this forum is contributed by members.
    From what I've seen, through constant searching the web (which is what I do), there is lot more direct response and problem-solving here than you will find in other forums that support antivirus brands. This would be one reason why avast puts up with the sometimes wild west nature of the forum (they have said as much).

    Things do actually get done here. Though at times it is something of a balancing act. YoKenny is a master at playing the balance either way, but mostly he provides accurate and up-to-date information, which is good because he brings a wealth of knowledge ((depth and breadth) to the forum. If you've been here a while, you've likely locked horns sometime or other with YoKenny, so you know how to defuse any potential conflict situation. That is always the best option. I doubt very much if the moderators have time to pay attention whenever we start to bicker amongst ourselves. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 27, 2010, 02:37:21 PM
    Quote
    but mostly he provides accurate and up-to-date information, which is good because he brings a wealth of knowledge ((depth and breadth) to the forum

    oh ;D >>> this quoted part should be archived somewhere :D are they giving medals here off and on? both of you would deserve one actually :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 27, 2010, 02:37:57 PM
    I'm a little confused but what do any of the last dozen or so post
    have to do with the Subject of this Thread ???

    Can we please get back on topic or can you please start a new Thread ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 27, 2010, 05:19:51 PM
    Change Windows 7 Boot Screen Using Windows 7 Boot Updater
    http://www.askvg.com/change-windows-7-boot-screen-using-windows-7-boot-updater/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on September 27, 2010, 06:11:22 PM
    Don't know if anyone would be interested, but...

    Microsoft "Security Essentials" Available FREE to Small Businesses (up to 10 PCs)

    http://bhandler.spaces.live.com/Blog/cns!70F64BC910C9F7F3!9158.entry
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 27, 2010, 06:22:47 PM
    Already mentioned in a couple of topics.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on September 27, 2010, 06:26:11 PM
    Thanks, and sorry 'bout that.  :-[
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on September 27, 2010, 06:34:21 PM
    Change Windows 7 Boot Screen Using Windows 7 Boot Updater
    http://www.askvg.com/change-windows-7-boot-screen-using-windows-7-boot-updater/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29

    I quite like the loading screen of windows, but there are some who just have to mess around with it ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 27, 2010, 08:42:26 PM
    Change Windows 7 Boot Screen Using Windows 7 Boot Updater
    http://www.askvg.com/change-windows-7-boot-screen-using-windows-7-boot-updater/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    I think I'll pass after reading this
    Quote
    WARNING: This tool is intended for experienced users. Please do not try it if you are not familiar with such kind of customization stuffs. We'll not be responsible if you break your system with this tool. So use it at your own risk.
    So I ain't  gona mess around with it ;D

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: medway01 on September 28, 2010, 12:32:28 PM
    Something FREE from Shampoo
    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1 (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=ASH-444LW1)
    If you can use it, free is always good. :)

    Hi bob3160,

    Once again a thank you from me for posting this  :D. I tried ashampoo a few years ago but I remember that version being a little buggy, I downloaded it again via your link and I'm testing it out, one thing that is really usefull for me is to be able to print CD 's on my canon printer, I was stuck using canons CD print utility that is to say the least a little old and limited, with this ashampoo I have at last found something more flexible. It does need the printer settings tweaked but hey, it does the job and it does it good. If the burner part works just as good it will replace Nero.

    Thanks again for taking the time to find and post the link.

    Mart

    In pirate speak,

    Ahoy matey, tis a goodun yee found there lad, flubber me timbers and shiver me flubber, it makes those covers faster than I can shin up the mainbrace arghh !

    I thank yee from the bottom of me boots  ;D

    ( was capt mart until someone sunk me ship )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 28, 2010, 02:12:13 PM
    Backup & Recovery 2010 Free Advanced

    NEW 2010 Advanced Edition - Total PC Protection for Serious Users!
    http://www.paragon-software.com/home/db-express/


    have not studied the offer so don't know what the limitations is.....there usually is when something is free
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 28, 2010, 02:34:31 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - Returnil System Safe 2011 Pro
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/returnil-system-safe-2011-pro/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on September 28, 2010, 06:41:36 PM
    Backup & Recovery 2010 Free Advanced

    NEW 2010 Advanced Edition - Total PC Protection for Serious Users!
    http://www.paragon-software.com/home/db-express/


    have not studied the offer so don't know what the limitations is.....there usually is when something is free

    I tried this not too long ago, looking for a backup solution...

    I liked the program, how it worked and the options :)

    However...

    I could not get the bootable rescue media to work from my USB key...absolutely no idea why(and the 'wizard' says you can), and no reply in the Paragon section of wilders (http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=282490)...

    SO, now I use macrium reflect free which, even though I had to use UNetbootin, boots up from the usb key and begins the backup process... :)
    (and the archives are slightly smaller)

    Scott
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 28, 2010, 07:08:57 PM
    Microsoft Hotmail gets account theft protection
    http://windowsteamblog.com/windows_live/b/windowslive/archive/2010/09/27/hotmail-security-updates-protect-you-from-account-hijackers.aspx
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 29, 2010, 10:46:15 PM
    Two avast reviews that worth reading. A little bit old, but discuss the strengths of avast.
    http://gcn.com/articles/2010/06/21/review-roundup-of-av-suites.aspx?page=2
    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2358288,00.asp
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on September 30, 2010, 11:47:19 AM
    Xmarks service ends January 2011

    http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/09/xmarks-service-ends-january-2011.html (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/09/xmarks-service-ends-january-2011.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 30, 2010, 12:11:28 PM
    Xmarks service ends January 2011

    http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/09/xmarks-service-ends-january-2011.html (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/09/xmarks-service-ends-january-2011.html)

    there's a whole thread about that already ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: drhayden1 on September 30, 2010, 01:28:57 PM
    never heard of this one
    another one for the masses :)
    http://www.kingsoftsecurity.com/kingsoft-antivirus.html
    Kingsoft Free Antivirus provides effective, efficient, protection solutions using authoritative technologies. Our advanced anti-virus tools detect emerging threats, and remove hidden threats, from your computer. Enjoy real-time prevention and advanced protection for your PC. Permanently free and steady antivirus software. Protection against attacks from worms, Trojans, spyware, malware and unnamed viruses. Automatic scan or demanded scans, which quickly cleans infected data. Defends E-mail & MSN clients, and monitors webpages while you are surfing the Internet. By Applying Cloud Security technology, Kingsoft Free Antivirus provides effective and efficient protection solutions with faster operation and lower CPU utilization. Our advanced anti-virus tool detects emerging threats and removes hidden threats from your computer. The comprehensive defender ensures your computer's security from any potential risk. It also provides you with several convenient tools, such as USB Device Protection, IM Protection, Disk Cleaner, History Cleaner, LSP Repair and so on.

    Your computer is protected even when working offline. Cloud Antivirus monitors and processes viruses stored on our Cloud servers, on a database we call Backup Virus Definitions. Your computer is secured at any time. Kingsoft Antivirus awarded The Best Scanning Speed and The Best Overall Performance by AV-Comparative AV-Comparative and awarded VB 100 certificate for eight times.

    Free Antivirus Key features:
    • Lower CPU utilization and thus faster PC operation.
    • Complete compatibility with Windows operating systems.
    • Convenient, Effective, Efficient, and User Friendly!
    • Monitor downloads with tools and block attacks from the Internet.
    • Monitor and scan transferred files from MSN and other messengers.

    Protect against viruses and other threats to your computer:
    • Viruses, Trojans, worms and other malware, spyware and adware
    • Rootkits, bootkits and other complex threats, Identity theft by key loggers
    • Botnets and various illegal methods of hijacking your PC
    • Zero-day attacks and unknown threats, Drive-by download infections

    Operating System: Windows XP (32bit), Windows Vista (32bit, 64bit), Windows 7 (32bit, 64bit).

    won't use or even try...have the best-Avast Internet Security-why try anything else@@!!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 30, 2010, 03:05:10 PM
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    (http://www.filerfrog.com/assets/templates/filerfrog/images/FilerFrogSetup32Bit.msi.gif)   (http://www.filerfrog.com/assets/templates/filerfrog/images/FilerFrogSetup64Bit.msi.gif)
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    FilerFrog appears on the context menu, giving you access to a wide variety of new file- and folder-management features.
    Features:
    Extract From Folder
    Extract To Folder
    Copy/Move
    Delete Empty Files\Folders
    Copy Path to Clipboard
    Invert selection
    Split and Join
    List of Files
    Encrypt/Decrypt
    Rename Operations
    Image Manipulation - Resize
    Image Manipulation - Put Logo On Image
    Image Album
    FilerFrog Settings
    Sort Desktop
     
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 30, 2010, 03:42:08 PM
    never heard of this one
    another one for the masses :)
    hXXp://www.kingsoftsecurity.com/kingsoft-antivirus.html
    Kingsoft Free Antivirus provides effective, efficient, protection solutions using authoritative technologies. Our advanced anti-virus tools detect emerging threats, and remove hidden threats, from your computer. Enjoy real-time prevention and advanced protection for your PC. Permanently free and steady antivirus software. Protection against attacks from worms, Trojans, spyware, malware and unnamed viruses. Automatic scan or demanded scans, which quickly cleans infected data. Defends E-mail & MSN clients, and monitors webpages while you are surfing the Internet.
    <snip>

    I have and it isn't good news, just check out the av-comparatives.org tests August 2010, it got a Tested ranking, didn't even achieve Standard, so effectively it failed many FPs, and only 80.1% detection. This has basically been the same for some time.

    No need to reproduce their marketing propaganda in your post, anyone interested can co and read about it at their site.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 30, 2010, 03:45:56 PM
    never heard of this one
    another one for the masses :)
    hXXp://www.kingsoftsecurity.com/kingsoft-antivirus.html
    Kingsoft Free Antivirus provides effective, efficient, protection solutions using authoritative technologies. Our advanced anti-virus tools detect emerging threats, and remove hidden threats, from your computer. Enjoy real-time prevention and advanced protection for your PC. Permanently free and steady antivirus software. Protection against attacks from worms, Trojans, spyware, malware and unnamed viruses. Automatic scan or demanded scans, which quickly cleans infected data. Defends E-mail & MSN clients, and monitors webpages while you are surfing the Internet.
    <snip>

    I have and it isn't good news, just check out the av-comparatives.org tests August 2010, it got a Tested ranking, didn't even achieve Standard, so effectively it failed many FPs, and only 80.1% detection. This has basically been the same for some time.

    No need to reproduce their marketing propaganda in your post, anyone interested can co and read about it at their site.

    +1 ...but the OP feels better, after advertising the product, when saying in the end that he's sticking to Avast after all ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: drhayden1 on September 30, 2010, 04:53:14 PM
    when saying in the end that he's sticking to Avast after all
    what else would i use after all this time with Avast!
    NORTON CRAPWARE :)
    have a good day everyone
    out into the realworld with realworld stuff to do
    manly my job :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on September 30, 2010, 05:36:58 PM
    when saying in the end that he's sticking to Avast after all
    what else would i use after all this time with Avast!
    NORTON CRAPWARE :)
    have a good day everyone
    out into the realworld with realworld stuff to do
    manly my job :)

    yeah, why still bother about online virtual crap then, and waste time ???  :D have a nice day ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on October 01, 2010, 07:44:31 AM
    'PC giant HP has now preinstalled MSE on its HP ENVY 14 series and the HP ENVY 14 Beats edition series PCs beginning this week"

    http://www.windowsitpro.com/article/paul-thurrotts-wininfo/Security-Essentials-Logs-Over-30-Million-Users-in-First-Year.aspx


    Watch you back Dan, It looks like you're next in the crosshairs. ::)  (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/marc57/takethat.gif)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 01, 2010, 01:38:33 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/WLE2011.png)
    It's now out of beta and available for download here (http://explore.live.com/windows-live-essentials?os=other).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: drhayden1 on October 01, 2010, 02:02:29 PM
    Watch you back Dan, It looks like you're next in the crosshairs
    nay not me...was in enough crosshairs in Vietnam as a Marine
    know how to deal with it :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 01, 2010, 03:11:52 PM
    It's now out of beta and available for download here (http://explore.live.com/windows-live-essentials?os=other).
    Using Windows Live Essentials 2011 now on my Windows 7 system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on October 01, 2010, 08:40:58 PM
    National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (http://staysafeonline.org/ncsam)
    Quote
    October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Cybersecurity is Our Shared Responsibility. Help make NCSAM 2010 the biggest ever by educating:

    Friends & family
    Students
    Customers
    Employees
    Your community

    NCSAM Tip Sheets (http://staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month/ncsam-tip-sheets)

    Quote
    The NCSA has developed a series of Tip Sheets to provide in-depth information on how to stay safe in a variety of online settings: on social networking sites, on gaming sites, and on your mobile device.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 02, 2010, 02:19:21 PM
    Audio Speed Changer Pro 1.2 for free
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/audio-speed-changer-pro-1-2/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+giveawayoftheday%2Ffeed+%28Giveaway+of+the+Day%29

    It is primarily intended for accelerating audio books as well as podcasts, but can be surely used with any other sound track or file.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on October 02, 2010, 03:29:19 PM
    Do I Need An Antivirus Program If I Don’t Use Windows? (http://www.security-faqs.com/do-i-need-an-antivirus-program-if-i-dont-use-windows.html)

    Quote
    For a long time now Microsoft has been the biggest company around when it came to the tech world.

    But now we are starting to see other platforms emerge.

    You’ll be extremely pleased to hear that Windows 7 is very secure
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 02, 2010, 04:56:42 PM
    Do I Need An Antivirus Program If I Don’t Use Windows? (http://www.security-faqs.com/do-i-need-an-antivirus-program-if-i-dont-use-windows.html)

    Quote
    For a long time now Microsoft has been the biggest company around when it came to the tech world.

    But now we are starting to see other platforms emerge.

    You’ll be extremely pleased to hear that Windows 7 is very secure

    Key statements
    Quote
    So while you might not need antivirus software now, I’m sure you will very soon in the future.

    If you want to stay ahead of the pack and make sure that you are secure then if the devices are offered antivirus protection, you might as well use it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 05, 2010, 04:01:13 PM
    You probably already know this, but it was new to me   ;)

    Malwarebytes Newsletter  http://www.malwarebytes.org/lists/newsletter.php
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 05, 2010, 06:01:53 PM
    DeskIntegrator: Portable Utility to Add Program Shortcuts in Windows Vista and 7 Desktop Context Menu
    http://www.askvg.com/deskintegrator-portable-utility-to-add-program-shortcuts-in-windows-vista-and-7-desktop-context-menu/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 05, 2010, 09:50:23 PM
    You probably already know this, but it was new to me   ;)

    Malwarebytes Newsletter  http://www.malwarebytes.org/lists/newsletter.php
    Already signed up.  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 07, 2010, 08:30:20 PM
    Already signed up.  8)
    Me too, again I signed up, just I don't know something. Should we signup every time a beta is out? because I have been beta tester of older versions too
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 08, 2010, 02:21:23 PM
    Quote
    Internet Explorer Wins OTA Award for Online Trust
    Oct 07/2010 by James Pratt

    Browser security is similar in some respects to the MPG of your car; everyone might say it’s very important but the real value often doesn’t hit home until gas prices jump or budgets are tight.  Similarly, consumers often only realize the importance of having a trusted, secure browser after they have been on the receiving end of some malicious act; at this point the damage may have already been done.

    Hence browser developers must be vigilant and work hard to protect customers from attacks.  The work of external organizations such as Online Trust Alliance (OTA) is also important in this effort.  OTA is a non profit that contributes to the safety of products by facilitating collaboration on subjects pertinent to security, promoting practices that enhance product security, and contributing to public policy in online services.  OTA also recognizes work done to improve the security of products.

    Internet Explorer 8 is humbled to be recognized as the recipient of 2010 Excellence in Online Trust Award by (OTA) on September 23.  This award represents a strong commitment by Microsoft and Internet Explorer to follow the OTA principles.
    http://windowsteamblog.com/ie/b/ie/archive/2010/10/07/internet-explorer-wins-ota-award-for-online-trust.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 09, 2010, 05:13:18 PM
    7Conifier: Change Default Taskbar and Start Menu Icons in Windows 7
    http://www.askvg.com/7conifier-change-default-taskbar-and-start-menu-icons-in-windows-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29


    Do NOT recommend.
    Could mess the icons (the restore is not total) and has a very little set of icons, i.e., it does not apply to all icons but for only a small set of them.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 10, 2010, 05:27:38 PM
    Quote
    McAfee Continues to Harm WinPatrol Users
    In the security industry it’s especially nice that many companies get along and often help each other. WinPatrol may not be considered competition but I still have great relationships with folks at SunBelt Software(now part of GFI Software), MalwareBytes, Kaspersky, ESET, Microsoft and even Symantec. One company who apparently has no interest in working together is McAfee now owned by Intel.
    http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2010/10/mcafee-continues-to-harm-winpatrol.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 10, 2010, 05:49:29 PM
    Edited my earlier post. Sorry for the "wrong" suggestion.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 11, 2010, 02:27:19 PM
    (http://images.pcworld.com/news/graphics/207252-xmarks-browser-cloud-copy_180.jpg)

    Xmarks Bookmark Tool is Back From Brink (http://www.pcworld.com/article/207252/xmarks_bookmark_tool_is_back_from_brink.html?tk=nl_wbx_h_crawl1)

    Good news. This was to valuable a tool to loose.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 11, 2010, 03:28:50 PM
    Good news. This was to valuable a tool to loose.  :)
    Hope they don't move "all" the features to the premium (paid) version though...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 13, 2010, 01:31:54 AM
    (http://images.pcworld.com/news/graphics/207252-xmarks-browser-cloud-copy_180.jpg)

    Xmarks Bookmark Tool is Back From Brink (http://www.pcworld.com/article/207252/xmarks_bookmark_tool_is_back_from_brink.html?tk=nl_wbx_h_crawl1)

    Good news. This was to valuable a tool to loose.  :)
    Thank for sharing, I was really sad!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on October 14, 2010, 01:19:26 PM
    Opera 11 will have Extensions


    http://my.opera.com/chooseopera/blog/2010/10/14/opera-11-will-have-extensions
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 14, 2010, 01:22:07 PM
    Opera 11 will have Extensions
    http://my.opera.com/chooseopera/blog/2010/10/14/opera-11-will-have-extensions
    Finally!
    Maybe I can have it in my machine!
    I never love it that much due to poor configurability and miss extensions.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 14, 2010, 01:36:17 PM
    Adobe and Microsoft vs. Google and Apple?
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/developer-world/adobe-and-microsoft-vs-google-and-apple-702?source=rss_applications
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on October 14, 2010, 10:28:51 PM
    Opera 11 will have Extensions
    http://my.opera.com/chooseopera/blog/2010/10/14/opera-11-will-have-extensions
    Finally!
    Maybe I can have it in my machine!
    I never love it that much due to poor configurability and miss extensions.

    If there is NoScript and LastPass extension in Opera 11, I will just jump in
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 14, 2010, 10:49:01 PM
    If there is NoScript and LastPass extension in Opera 11, I will just jump in
    Hope one day we see Xmarks and NoScript and FlashGot in Opera! (Same goes about FlashGot in Chrome!)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on October 14, 2010, 10:51:15 PM
    Opera 11 will have Extensions


    http://my.opera.com/chooseopera/blog/2010/10/14/opera-11-will-have-extensions

    yep that's good news, and completely unexpected AFAIC... well they didn't have much choice, as all the competition with the exception of IE, supports extensions. I mean even safari does now.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 15, 2010, 12:25:45 PM
    Quote
    Operating System Statistics
    The features and updates available with different versions of the Windows operating system, along with the differences in the way people and organizations use each version, affect the infection rates seen with different versions and service packs. The following figure shows the average monthly botnet infection rate for each Windows operating system/service pack (SP) combination that accounted for at least 0.05 percent of total MSRT executions in 2Q10, expressed in bot CCM, or the number of computers from which bot-related malware was removed by the MSRT for every 1,000 MSRT executions. For more information about the CCM metric and how bot CCM differs from the CCM figures, see Infection Rates in the Reference Guide section.

    Interesting part
    Quote
    The botnet infection rate for Windows 7 and Windows Vista is significantly lower than that of their desktop predecessor Windows XP, with any service pack installed, which reflects the security improvements that have been made to the more recent versions of Windows. Considering only computers that have had the most recent service pack for their operating systems installed, the infection rate for Windows XP SP3 is twice as high as that of Windows Vista SP2 and more than four times as high as that of the release-to-manufacturing (RTM) version of Windows 7.
    http://www.microsoft.com/security/sir/story/default.aspx#section_3_3
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 15, 2010, 01:47:41 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Jalbum812.png)
    http://jalbum.net/software/download/current (http://jalbum.net/software/download/current)
    More information available at:
    http://jalbum.net/ (http://jalbum.net/)

    I happen to like the following album. :)
    http://jalbum.net/browse/user/album/345311/ (http://jalbum.net/browse/user/album/345311/)
    Which one is yours ???

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on October 15, 2010, 03:18:40 PM
    ***

    I happen to like that album also, Bob.   :)

    Maybe I can find the time to post my Prague photos there soon.


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 15, 2010, 04:06:59 PM
    ***

    I happen to like that album also, Bob.   :)

    Maybe I can find the time to post my Prague photos there soon.


    ***
    How time does fly... it's already been over a year.
    Once you do, post a link so we can all see them. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 15, 2010, 09:55:56 PM
    Help keep your account safe with the Gmail security checklist (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2010/10/help-keep-your-account-safe-with-gmail.html)
    If you use Gmail, this is worthwhile. It took me about 10 minutes and I have to admit that
    it actually helped me spot a few possible week links in my armor.
    I noticed in the first part that avast! wasn't listed as one of the Antivirus programs.
    I've already made that suggestion but am sure that more of the same would probably help.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 15, 2010, 10:22:12 PM
    Somewhat disappointing, didn't avast have some sort of partnership agreement where avast was in the Google Pack and avast offered Google Chrome browser.

    Seems that has fallen by the wayside, so I hope that Avast aren't still promoting Google Chrome as there is no reciprocal arrangement.

    The google pack now offers Spyware Doctor with Anti-Virus, not a patch on avast in my opinion.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on October 15, 2010, 10:29:12 PM
    It has something to do with the countries that got this...The English version of the google pack doesn't get avast!, but others do...like the French version...

    That said, avast! should be known to google... ::)

    Actually, looking at this, it would recommend avast! if you chose the pack and were in say France, but we aren't so avast! isn't there...

    And they can't list avast! in the list either because the explicitly say that they have no connection with the companies the list...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 17, 2010, 10:41:38 PM
    See the video
    Quote
    Windows 7 and Network Connectivity

    About this Video
    Get a comprehensive look at network connectivity in Windows 7.
    • IPv4 network settings, connections, and connectivity issues
    • IPv6 network settings, connections, and connectivity issues
    • Automatic private IP addressing (APIPA)
    • Connecting to a wireless network
    • Configuring security settings on the client
    • Configuring location-aware printing
    • Configuring Windows Firewall
    http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/windows-7-and-network-connectivity.aspx?query=1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 19, 2010, 12:27:11 PM
    Adobe isolates malware threat with new Reader

    http://www.itpro.co.uk/627787/adobe-isolates-malware-threat-with-new-reader
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 19, 2010, 01:20:13 PM
    Quote
    Prevx's ill-conceived idea
    Posted by Maxim Weinstein
     
    Last week, BBC News reported that security firm Prevx will release a "small program" that will gather data about the effectiveness of anti-virus software:
     In the face of the tidal wave of malware, said Mr Bolin, PC users need a better way to find out how well they are being protected and how long they have been at risk.
     Mr Bolin believes the way to get a better sense of the performance of security companies is via a small program that sits on a PC and logs when files are installed.
     The program would lie dormant most of the time but would alert a user if it noticed that a fix had been created for a particular virus or trojan it had spotted on a PC.
     The idea seems to be that measuring the lag time between when a file is installed until a definitions file addresses it will "bring about change in an industry that is not changing."
    http://blog.stopbadware.org/2010/10/18/prevxs-ill-conceived-idea

    Key comment
    Quote
    Therefore, it's hard to believe the real goal isn't to make its competitors look bad.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 19, 2010, 02:25:29 PM

    Quote
    Key comment
    Quote
    Therefore, it's hard to believe the real goal isn't to make its competitors look bad.
    I think it's a very informative tool and should offer some very interesting statistics.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 19, 2010, 02:41:31 PM
    The program would lie dormant most of the time but would alert a user if it noticed that a fix had been created for a particular virus or trojan it had spotted on a PC.
    The idea seems to be that measuring the lag time between when a file is installed until a definitions file addresses it will "bring about change in an industry that is not changing."
    Agree with you YoKenny.
    Also, it's not easy to say that the others does not mark the file as infected. How would they check that? Against virus total? Upload the file?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 19, 2010, 10:18:49 PM
    http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/ (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/)  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 20, 2010, 02:09:23 PM
    Hacked Kaspersky Download Site Directs Users to Fake Antivirus (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/hacked-kaspersky-download-site-directs.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2010, 02:29:18 PM
    Hacked Kaspersky Download Site Directs Users to Fake Antivirus (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/hacked-kaspersky-download-site-directs.html)
    I hope this puts avast! on notice to be extra cautious and vigilant that this can't happen on it's website.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 20, 2010, 03:43:17 PM
    Quote
    Second Wave of Adware Pounds Web Surfers
    Once considered vanquished, adware has enjoyed a big resurgence in the last year, owing in large part to social networks.

    By Leah Yamshon, PC World
    October 19, 2010 10:01 AM ET

    New adware companies are increasingly targeting Facebook, Twitter, and other popular social networking sites as a means of distribution. The share-friendly environment of such sites is ideal for spreading adware and trackware through third-party applications, which often hide their true intent.

    The Origins of Adware

    Adware is software that displays targeted ads when downloaded. It often comes bundled with downloadable games, movies, music files, or software programs, but it usually isn't listed as part of the download. Once on your system, the app tracks your online behavior and serves up ads based on that behavior. The ads may appear as shopping assistants, targeted ads, pop-up or pop-under windows, highlighted keywords, search toolbars, floating ads, or other annoying extras.
    http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/101910-second-wave-of-adware-pounds.html

    Don't use Facebook apps.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on October 20, 2010, 05:13:54 PM
    Hacked Kaspersky Download Site Directs Users to Fake Antivirus (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/hacked-kaspersky-download-site-directs.html)

    Thank you for the info, Omid.  You should have provided a link to the original eweek article rather than your copy of it in your blog.

    Your blog gave no indication that it was pretty much a word-for-word copy of the eweek article.  In your blog, something like "eWeek reports: Kaspersky Hack Redirected Users To Fake AV Site, http://www.eweekeurope.co.uk/news/kaspersky-site-hack-redirected-users-to-fake-antivirus-site-10749" would have been better.  You could then have posted relevant excerpts from the article.  I didn't realize you were merely quoting the article until I ran across it on eWeek.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 20, 2010, 06:31:22 PM
    [Direct Download Links] Download Official, Original and Untouched Windows 7 ISO (32-bit and 64-bit) (http://www.askvg.com/direct-download-links-download-official-original-and-untouched-windows-7-iso-32-bit-and-64-bit/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    When we purchase a new computer, it comes pre-installed with an OS, most of the times the OS is Microsoft Windows. Now almost all new computer systems are coming pre-installed with Windows 7.

    Some computer manufacturers provide a recovery disc with their computers so that you can restore the OS in case you face problems while starting Windows.

    But what would you do if you didn't get the recovery disc or if you lost the recovery disc. Even if you have your genuine product key noted down in your diary or printed on the backside of your computer, you can't use it to reinstall Windows because you don't have the setup disc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 20, 2010, 06:55:36 PM
    Thank you for the info, Omid.  You should have provided a link to the original eweek article rather than your copy of it in your blog.

    Your blog gave no indication that it was pretty much a word-for-word copy of the eweek article.  In your blog, something like "eWeek reports: Kaspersky Hack Redirected Users To Fake AV Site, http://www.eweekeurope.co.uk/news/kaspersky-site-hack-redirected-users-to-fake-antivirus-site-10749" would have been better.  You could then have posted relevant excerpts from the article.  I didn't realize you were merely quoting the article until I ran across it on eWeek.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on October 20, 2010, 09:11:27 PM
    Post edit:

    meh, better off I don't say a thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 20, 2010, 09:42:44 PM
    oh no... not another logos > polonus fight.
    +1
    A place to post interesting things... please!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 21, 2010, 08:44:40 AM
    Hacked Kaspersky Download Site Directs Users to Fake Antivirus (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/hacked-kaspersky-download-site-directs.html)

    More info...
    http://www.securityweek.com/kasperskys-us-download-site-attacked-users-experience-malicious-redirect
    http://countermeasures.trendmicro.eu/kaspersky-download-site-spread-fake-av/
    http://forum.kaspersky.com/index.php?s=40007e9e04e2356cefdeb4cb5164dbfd&showtopic=189198&st=0&p=1504976&#entry1504976
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 21, 2010, 12:15:28 PM
    Microsoft Security Essentials Outperforms Paid Antivirus in AV Test
    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Security-Essentials-Outperforms-Paid-Antivirus-in-AV-Test-162064.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 21, 2010, 01:22:23 PM
    The worst technology and gadgets of all time
    http://www.sync-blog.com/sync/2010/10/the-worst-technology-and-gadgets-of-all-time.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 21, 2010, 02:52:19 PM
    The worst technology and gadgets of all time
    http://www.sync-blog.com/sync/2010/10/the-worst-technology-and-gadgets-of-all-time.html

    Someone actually liked AOL ....  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 21, 2010, 02:54:02 PM
    Someone actually liked AOL ....  ;D

    Who..???
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 21, 2010, 02:59:34 PM
    Microsoft Security Essentials Outperforms Paid Antivirus in AV Test
    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Security-Essentials-Outperforms-Paid-Antivirus-in-AV-Test-162064.shtml

    Interestingly there is no link to the actual test data and of course avast wasn't included in the test.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 21, 2010, 02:59:54 PM
    Someone actually liked AOL ....  ;D

    Who..???
    asyn
    Simon Cohen in the Comments.

    BonziBUDDY gets my vote as the worst gadget.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on October 21, 2010, 04:37:40 PM

    Someone actually liked AOL ....  ;D

    yes. AOL stockholders on a rising market

    http://money.cnn.com/1998/11/24/technology/aol/

    http://money.cnn.com/2000/01/10/deals/aol_warner/

    But happy time wasn't to last
    And have to remember most people was on dialup
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on October 21, 2010, 07:16:33 PM
    [Direct Download Links] Download Official, Original and Untouched Windows 7 ISO (32-bit and 64-bit) (http://www.askvg.com/direct-download-links-download-official-original-and-untouched-windows-7-iso-32-bit-and-64-bit/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    When we purchase a new computer, it comes pre-installed with an OS, most of the times the OS is Microsoft Windows. Now almost all new computer systems are coming pre-installed with Windows 7.

    Some computer manufacturers provide a recovery disc with their computers so that you can restore the OS in case you face problems while starting Windows.

    But what would you do if you didn't get the recovery disc or if you lost the recovery disc. Even if you have your genuine product key noted down in your diary or printed on the backside of your computer, you can't use it to reinstall Windows because you don't have the setup disc.

    Thanks, for this Tech :)

    I'm installing this in a virtual machine, so I can test a few things :)

    Scott
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 21, 2010, 07:59:56 PM
    You're welcome spg SCOTT.
    Not all my posts are useless then :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 21, 2010, 08:40:41 PM
    But happy time wasn't to last
    And have to remember most people was on dialup
    Now we have DavidR off dial-up.  ;)

    Wonders never cease to amaze me. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 21, 2010, 08:41:32 PM
    You're welcome spg SCOTT.
    Not all my posts are useless then :)
    Not the last time I read them.  ;D
    The English versions of these .iso files are also available at:
    MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/) in the Windows7 (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/Windows7/) section.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2010, 02:22:56 AM
    (http://windowsteamblog.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/CommunityServer-Blogs-Components-WeblogFiles/00-00-00-53-82-metablogapi/5554.Windows_2D00_7_2D00_logo_5F00_thumb_5F00_068E007B.jpg)
    Celebrates it's 1st Birthday on Oct.22 (http://windowsteamblog.com/windows_live/b/windowslive/archive/2010/10/21/a-look-back-at-the-year-since-windows-7-released.aspx)
    I've been lucky since I did beta testing, I've had it a lot longer and have been very pleased. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 22, 2010, 12:07:25 PM
    Insecurity vendor releases an IOS anti-virus program

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1800384/insecurity-vendor-releases-ios-anti-virus-program
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 22, 2010, 12:18:51 PM
    Ipad owners seem to have missed the point

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1809993/ipad-owners-missed
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 22, 2010, 12:48:02 PM
    Celebrates it's 1st Birthday on Oct.22 (http://windowsteamblog.com/windows_live/b/windowslive/archive/2010/10/21/a-look-back-at-the-year-since-windows-7-released.aspx)
    I've been lucky since I did beta testing, I've had it a lot longer and have been very pleased. :)
    +1

    Corrine's Clubhouse
    Quote
    Based on the numbers, Windows 7 is both highly acceptable and accepted both by consumers as well as companies.  The Windows Team Blog reports that more than 240 million licenses of Windows 7 have been sold. 

    Another important milestone reported at the Springboard Series Blog is that over 88% of all companies are currently piloting Windows 7 in their organization.  Based on what I have seen in the workplace, once Windows 7 has been deployed in the workplace, the employees using it will want it at home as well.
     
    http://clubhouse.microsoft.com/Public/Post/8e271d9f-70be-486a-838c-17113fa36289
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 22, 2010, 01:02:07 PM
    (http://windowsteamblog.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/CommunityServer-Blogs-Components-WeblogFiles/00-00-00-53-82-metablogapi/5554.Windows_2D00_7_2D00_logo_5F00_thumb_5F00_068E007B.jpg)
    Celebrates it's 1st Birthday on Oct.22 (http://windowsteamblog.com/windows_live/b/windowslive/archive/2010/10/21/a-look-back-at-the-year-since-windows-7-released.aspx)
    I've been lucky since I did beta testing, I've had it a lot longer and have been very pleased. :)

    I think Windows 7 is well-designed OS but, I had some issues regarding to compatibility with older OS several months ago.

    Otherwise, I'm pretty satisfied with Win 7 ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 22, 2010, 10:22:32 PM
    Panda: Mac is less secure than Windows, here's an antivirus
    http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/panda-mac-is-less-secure-than-windows.html (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/panda-mac-is-less-secure-than-windows.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 22, 2010, 10:42:50 PM
    Panda Antivirus debuts for the Mac
    http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-20020159-83.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 22, 2010, 11:10:56 PM
    Panda Antivirus debuts for the Mac
    http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-20020159-83.html
    Don't double my post :P (JK ;) )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 22, 2010, 11:13:56 PM
    Western Digital Caviar Green 3TB Hard Drive

    http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3597/western_digital_caviar_green_3tb_hard_drive/index.html (http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/3597/western_digital_caviar_green_3tb_hard_drive/index.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 23, 2010, 08:45:20 AM
    Apple dumps Flash from Mac OS X

    http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9192699/Apple_dumps_Flash_from_Mac_OS_X?taxonomyId=123
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 23, 2010, 09:07:32 AM
    Panda Antivirus debuts for the Mac
    http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-20020159-83.html
    Don't double my post :P (JK ;) )

    Omid, you doubled my post too ;D


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 23, 2010, 09:10:04 AM
    Microsoft To Sell Windows Games Online

    http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/g/a/2010/10/22/businessinsider-microsoft-to-sell-windows-games-online-2010-10.DTL
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 23, 2010, 03:16:11 PM
    The best new features in Office 2010 (for insiders only)
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/applications/the-best-new-features-in-office-2010-679?source=rss_applications
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 24, 2010, 12:33:12 PM
    Celebrating Windows 7 first birthday - but that’s not really all of what this post is about (see yellow highlights below)
    http://blogs.technet.com/b/uspartner_ts2team/archive/2010/10/23/celebrating-windows-7-first-birthday-but-that-s-not-really-all-of-what-this-post-is-about-see-yellow-highlights-below.aspx

    I like the System Control Gadget
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2010, 04:22:53 PM
    Quote
    I like the System Control Gadget
    The latest Opera Alpha seems to take full advantage of that feature:

    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/opera11.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 24, 2010, 05:58:14 PM
    Quote
    I like the System Control Gadget
    The latest Opera Alpha seems to take full advantage of that feature:

    Its just a tiny Gadget with no need of Opera widgets. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 24, 2010, 06:40:46 PM
    AeroTuner: Fine Tune Aero Theme Settings in Windows 7

    AeroTuner is another excellent tool created by our friend "hb860". It allows you to tweak various Aero theme options which can't be customized by default.

    With the help of this tool:

        * You can enable/disable transparency in windows.
        * You can customize color balance
        * You can customize after glow color balance
        * You can customize blur balance
        * You can customize Aero stripes

    http://www.askvg.com/aerotuner-fine-tune-aero-theme-settings-in-windows-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 24, 2010, 11:15:12 PM
    AeroTuner: Fine Tune Aero Theme Settings in Windows 7

    AeroTuner is another excellent tool created by our friend "hb860". It allows you to tweak various Aero theme options which can't be customized by default.

    With the help of this tool:

        * You can enable/disable transparency in windows.
        * You can customize color balance
        * You can customize after glow color balance
        * You can customize blur balance
        * You can customize Aero stripes

    http://www.askvg.com/aerotuner-fine-tune-aero-theme-settings-in-windows-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29

    MalwareBytes Anti-Malware blocked the site!  
    IP-BLOCK     77.222.56.35

    Reported as a False Positive.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2010, 11:30:46 PM
    Quote
    MalwareBytes Anti-Malware blocked the site! 
    IP-BLOCK     77.222.56.35
    Sorry but I disagree with their decision to block this excellent site.  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 24, 2010, 11:34:06 PM
    Quote
    MalwareBytes Anti-Malware blocked the site! 
    IP-BLOCK     77.222.56.35
    Sorry but I disagree with their decision to block this excellent site.  :o
    I reported the FP.
    http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=65816
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2010, 11:55:05 PM
    Quote
    MalwareBytes Anti-Malware blocked the site! 
    IP-BLOCK     77.222.56.35
    Sorry but I disagree with their decision to block this excellent site.  :o
    I reported the FP.
    http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=65816
    Thanks. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 25, 2010, 12:13:49 AM
    Facebook exceeds 500,000,000 users

    http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/facebook-exceeds-500000000-users.html (http://boelectronic.blogspot.com/2010/10/facebook-exceeds-500000000-users.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 25, 2010, 07:42:35 PM
    Windows 8 Coming in 2012 (http://www.askvg.com/windows-8-coming-in-2012/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    Windows 7 SP1 RC Build 7601.17105.100929 Leaked (http://www.askvg.com/windows-7-sp1-rc-build-7601-17105-100929-leaked/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 25, 2010, 07:50:05 PM
    Windows 7 SP1 RC Build 7601.17105.100929 Leaked (http://www.askvg.com/windows-7-sp1-rc-build-7601-17105-100929-leaked/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)


    Wish they had wrote about the changes in that, the beta was mostly security fix and similar things, not any bold change
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 26, 2010, 06:11:27 PM
    Stay Away from Fake Microsoft Security Essentials Software (http://www.askvg.com/stay-away-from-fake-microsoft-security-essentials-software/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 27, 2010, 01:47:06 PM
    Limewire stops distribution and support for its download client

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1811328/limewire-stops-distribution-support-download-software
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on October 27, 2010, 05:55:40 PM
    Minority Report's Interface is Finally Here:

    http://www.tomsguide.com/us/G-Speak-motion-control-interface,news-8472.html

    Quote
    Underkoffler wants G-Speak to be more than a toy; he's predicting that it will be the standard interface for home systems within 5 years.

    ... yeah, we'll see about that.  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on October 27, 2010, 08:53:23 PM
    Limewire stops distribution and support for its download client

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1811328/limewire-stops-distribution-support-download-software


    Yep, it's gone for good.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/208895/limewire_shut_down_permanently.html?tk=nl_dnx_h_crawl

    Which is a good thing, It means I'll have less malware to remove from customers systems.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on October 27, 2010, 09:12:50 PM
    Limewire stops distribution and support for its download client

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1811328/limewire-stops-distribution-support-download-software


    Yep, it's gone for good.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/208895/limewire_shut_down_permanently.html?tk=nl_dnx_h_crawl

    Which is a good thing, It means I'll have less malware to remove from customers systems.

    Thank God!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 28, 2010, 12:36:53 AM
    I guess we'll have to stop selling steak knives since they can be used in illegal ways as well.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on October 28, 2010, 05:01:27 AM
    that... and guns, and rope, and duct tape, and candy bars (hidden inside jackets), and well, you get the point.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 28, 2010, 11:21:14 AM
    Limewire stops distribution and support for its download client

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1811328/limewire-stops-distribution-support-download-software


    Yep, it's gone for good.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/208895/limewire_shut_down_permanently.html?tk=nl_dnx_h_crawl

    Which is a good thing, It means I'll have less malware to remove from customers systems.

    Yeah, it is good thing but their Gnutella Network is still operating.... :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on October 28, 2010, 11:22:33 AM
    Firefox 4.0 in 2011, Beta 7, 8, 9 and 10 by the End of 2010

    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Firefox-4-0-in-2011-Beta-7-8-9-and-10-by-the-End-of-2010-163358.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 28, 2010, 02:53:08 PM
    I more interested in the planned regular release, which has unfortunately delayed to some time in the first half of 2011. They are certainly doing a job on the number of beta builds 10 seems excessive.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on October 29, 2010, 06:17:06 AM
    Microsoft Security Essentials Served via Windows Update as an Optional Update

    Microsoft Security Essentials 1.0 is being offered through WU to all supported versions of the Windows client, namely Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP.

    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Security-Essentials-Served-via-Windows-Update-as-an-Optional-Update-163531.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 29, 2010, 11:47:17 AM
    Microsoft Security Essentials Served via Windows Update as an Optional Update

    Microsoft Security Essentials 1.0 is being offered through WU to all supported versions of the Windows client, namely Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP.

    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Security-Essentials-Served-via-Windows-Update-as-an-Optional-Update-163531.shtml

    I checked WU and MSE was not listed. It probably only shows if you don't have an AV installed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2010, 10:56:49 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/winx-hd-converter-deluxe.png)

    WinX HD Video Converter Deluxe (http://www.winxdvd.com/giveaway/)

    Note: No free update or technical support is provided.
    Giveaway good till 11-04-2010
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 30, 2010, 05:40:40 AM
    That video converter is interesting. It does two things that Format factory doesn't. Namely downloading from Youtube and converting videos to the DVD format and burning them. It does not do one thing that Format factory can and that is to rip a DVD into an AVI or other format file.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 30, 2010, 06:28:35 AM
    That video converter is interesting. It does two things that Format factory doesn't. Namely downloading from Youtube and converting videos to the DVD format and burning them. It does not do one thing that Format factory can and that is to rip a DVD into an AVI or other format file.
    One should never look a gift horse in the mouth..... ;D ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 30, 2010, 01:34:29 PM
    WinX HD Video Converter Deluxe (http://www.winxdvd.com/giveaway/)

    No thanks:
    http://hosts-file.net/?s=www.winxdvd.com&x=29&y=9 <== • FSA - sites engaged in the selling or distribution of bogus or fraudulent applications
    This classification is assigned to site's being used for the distribution of "rogue" security or other such applications, for example: SpyFalcon, SpywareQuake, AdwareAlert etc
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 31, 2010, 12:12:40 AM
    WinX HD Video Converter Deluxe (http://www.winxdvd.com/giveaway/)

    No thanks:
    http://hosts-file.net/?s=www.winxdvd.com&x=29&y=9 <== • FSA - sites engaged in the selling or distribution of bogus or fraudulent applications
    This classification is assigned to site's being used for the distribution of "rogue" security or other such applications, for example: SpyFalcon, SpywareQuake, AdwareAlert etc
    There isn't any spyware or adware in this program. The offer is there. No one is forced to accept it.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 31, 2010, 06:25:30 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/AliceandNorbertNow.jpg)
    Picnik (http://www.picnik.com/app#/home/welcome) - Just in time for Halloween
    (For those times when you've got nothing better to do.  ;D ;D )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on November 02, 2010, 09:08:13 AM
    Microsoft IE9, Chrome See Gains in Browser Market Share

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2371840,00.asp
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 03, 2010, 07:51:44 AM
    Fast start of DNSSEC with .net and .com
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Fast-start-of-DNSSEC-with-net-and-com-1128982.html
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on November 03, 2010, 08:54:28 AM
    Mac market share slips worldwide

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/11/03/mac_market_share_slipping_worldwide/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 03, 2010, 12:42:02 PM
    Microsoft IE9, Chrome See Gains in Browser Market Share

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2371840,00.asp

    Also:
    The Chrome Assault: IE’s Walls Are Crumbling
    http://www.conceivablytech.com/3836/business/the-chrome-assault-ies-walls-are-crumbling

    I do like Google Chrome on my XP Pro system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 03, 2010, 03:42:20 PM
    Webroot has acquired Prevx (provider of cloud-based anti-malware solutions)
    http://pr.webroot.com/momentum/corp/technology-acquisition-cloud-security-110110.html

     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 03, 2010, 11:11:17 PM
    First official HTML5 tests topped by...Microsoft
    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/11/01/w3c_html5_conformance_tests
    Quote
    The W3C tests — available here — put IE9 beta release 6 at the top of the HTML5 conformance table, followed by the Firefox 4 beta 6, Google Chrome 7, Opera 10.6, and Safari 5.0. The tests cover seven aspects of the spec: "attributes", "audio", "video", "canvas", "getElementsByClassName", "foreigncontent," and "xhtml5":
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SafeSurf on November 04, 2010, 08:50:27 AM

    Unpatched IE Bug Exploit:
    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/11/03/ie_0day_bug/ (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/11/03/ie_0day_bug/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 04, 2010, 12:31:00 PM
    New browser add-on turns back IE's clock to 2001
    Unibrows lets enterprises run IE6 as a tab inside IE8, gives them a way to migrate to Windows 7 without ditching old Web apps
    http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/110310-new-browser-add-on-turns-back.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 04, 2010, 06:55:08 PM
    Genuine Windows 7 Became Pirated? Make It Original and Activated Again (http://www.askvg.com/genuine-windows-7-became-pirated-make-it-original-and-activated-again/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 04, 2010, 07:28:24 PM
    Download Free Microsoft Security Essentials Screensaver to Scan Your System When Its Idle (http://www.askvg.com/download-free-microsoft-security-essentials-screensaver-to-scan-your-system-when-its-idle/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on November 04, 2010, 07:29:39 PM
    Download Free Microsoft Security Essentials Screensaver to Scan Your System When Its Idle (http://www.askvg.com/download-free-microsoft-security-essentials-screensaver-to-scan-your-system-when-its-idle/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    avast! had this first ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 04, 2010, 07:37:21 PM
    Download Free Microsoft Security Essentials Screensaver to Scan Your System When Its Idle (http://www.askvg.com/download-free-microsoft-security-essentials-screensaver-to-scan-your-system-when-its-idle/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    avast! had this first ;)
    From HELP CENTER
    Quote
    Screen saver

    With avast! installed, it is possible to run a scan even when your computer is not being used and your screen-saver is running. A small window is displayed inside the screen-saver which informs you about the scanning progress, i.e. about the number of scanned files etc.

    If you want avast! to scan your computer when the screen-saver is running, you need to locate the screen-saver option in your computer's control panel and then select "avast! antivirus".

    To add this scan to the list of pre-defined scans on the Scan Now page, go to the program "Settings" and check the box "Show special scans in avast! user interface". You will then be able to access and adjust the scan parameters as required.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2010, 03:09:06 AM
    Download Free Microsoft Security Essentials Screensaver to Scan Your System When Its Idle (http://www.askvg.com/download-free-microsoft-security-essentials-screensaver-to-scan-your-system-when-its-idle/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    avast! had this first ;)
    You also need to have Microsoft Security Essentials installed on your system in order for this screen saver to work.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on November 05, 2010, 03:54:34 AM
    Microsoft tempts antitrust lawyers with expanded antivirus offering

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-tempts-antitrust-lawyers-with-expanded-antivirus-offering/2552
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 05, 2010, 04:13:47 AM
    Microsoft tempts antitrust lawyers with expanded antivirus offering

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-tempts-antitrust-lawyers-with-expanded-antivirus-offering/2552

    Yes, this has cropped up in another topic in the forums, where the Action Center isn't detecting avast when it is running and the user has got MSE offered on the Optional update.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 05, 2010, 11:04:32 AM
    I came across this interesting Firefox addon which is similar to Ghostery

    TrackerScan

    http://www.privacychoice.org/trackerwatcher/download

    Not quite sure if this is already mentioned
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 09, 2010, 06:20:35 PM
    ROCKMELT Browser started Beta Testing

    This is another Chromium based browser focusing on Social Networking

    http://www.rockmelt.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 11, 2010, 03:37:54 PM
    Scriptish

    Greasmonkey Alternative for Firefox

    https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/231203/

    Only meant for Firefox 4, I guess
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 11, 2010, 06:59:54 PM
    Gone but not for very long.
    (http://api.ning.com/files/IlU0jCdZioIy6W8h8z7aYK13Tcg8qSQJdtth4nEVp1pWRCl77hMbkjV*8HM4kaPPsN2RN49IgJCtclT7ISR0zpZYL-rgr5b4/LimeWire.jpg)
    LimeWire is Back in the Game (http://chris.pirillo.com/limewire-is-back-in-the-game/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 11, 2010, 07:17:13 PM
    LOL Limewire Pirate Edition--- that's funny
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on November 11, 2010, 11:37:55 PM
    News from Malwarebytes

    Quote
    The Malwarebytes team is excited to announce the public beta release of Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.50. This version features many security, performance, stability and functionality improvements, and is without a doubt our best release yet. By releasing a public beta, we are asking for your help to try this version in your own environments and send us your feedback. Barring any significant issues, we expect the beta program to last approximately three weeks, and be followed by the public release of 1.50.

    NEW FEATURES:

    We are very excited about these major improvements in Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.50. This version represents a complete overhaul of much of our functionality. Among the highlights are:

    1. Dramatically improved scan speed: up to 5 times faster.
    2. Dramatically improved stability of both the scanner and protection module (free and pro version, respectively).
    3. More responsive: program loads up to 3 times faster, and protection module has lower impact on system resources (pro version only).
    4. New internal detection algorithms enable detection of more real-world malware.

    5. You can now add files and folders to the ignore list manually.
    6. Ability to schedule and unschedule scans and updates from the command line (pro version only).
    7. Notifications of blocked malicious websites now include additional details such as type, port, and process on Windows Vista and higher.
    8. Dramatically improved flash scan (pro version only) -- determine whether a more in-depth scan is needed, in less than 10 seconds on many machines.
    9. One-touch easy-to-use option to keep protection up-to-date automatically (pro version only).
    10. "Warn if database is outdated by:" option now warns if the database is far out-of-date (7 days by default), including for protection (pro version only).



    WHERE TO GET IT:

    We hope we have whetted your appetite enough to try this build today! The beta version is available at the link below. It is fully-functional, and you may install it either fresh, or on top of an existing Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 installation. Individual feedback should be posted in the beta-test forum link below.

    Corporate customers, due to your potentially sensitive information, please provide your feedback via email to your corporate support contact.

    Please note that the Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.50 beta currently supports the English language only.
    As with all beta software, we caution that it may contain bugs, although we have tested it extensively in-house.

    Beta: http://message.cleverbridge.com/t?ctl=77B4:ED832187C74C8073F8F335EC68AE2CA8&
    Feedback: http://message.cleverbridge.com/t?ctl=77B5:ED832187C74C8073F8F335EC68AE2CA8&

    Thanks in advance for participating in our beta program!


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 17, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
    Prevx 4 coming soon

    http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=284091

    Comodo 5.1 coming soon

    http://forums.comodo.com/news-announcements-feedback-cis/cis-51-official-release-date-t64979.0.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 17, 2010, 02:57:37 PM
    Yahoo Messenger 11

    http://www.ymessengerblog.com/blog/2010/11/16/introducing-the-new-yahoo-messenger-beta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 18, 2010, 02:28:30 PM
    Quote
    Microsoft vs. McAfee: How free antivirus outperformed paid
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-vs-mcafee-how-free-antivirus-outperformed-paid/2614

    Interesting quote
    Quote
    Only 17 of 43 antivirus products detected this as a threat. The full results page showed the identification, if any, for each product on the list. Microsoft, Symantec, Avast, and F-Secure were among the engines that flagged the file. But the majority didn’t.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 18, 2010, 02:46:21 PM
    Quote
    Microsoft vs. McAfee: How free antivirus outperformed paid
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-vs-mcafee-how-free-antivirus-outperformed-paid/2614

    Interesting quote
    Quote
    Only 17 of 43 antivirus products detected this as a threat. The full results page showed the identification, if any, for each product on the list. Microsoft, Symantec, Avast, and F-Secure were among the engines that flagged the file. But the majority didn’t.
    Are we reading the same article ???
    Quote
    To its credit, Sunbelt successfully identified this threat. On the list of companies that missed it? Symantec, Avast, and TrendMicro.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 18, 2010, 03:05:05 PM
    Quote
    Microsoft vs. McAfee: How free antivirus outperformed paid
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-vs-mcafee-how-free-antivirus-outperformed-paid/2614

    Interesting quote
    Quote
    Only 17 of 43 antivirus products detected this as a threat. The full results page showed the identification, if any, for each product on the list. Microsoft, Symantec, Avast, and F-Secure were among the engines that flagged the file. But the majority didn’t.
    Are we reading the same article ???

    Why don't you ask Ed Bott what he meant by that comment ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 18, 2010, 03:22:26 PM
    Quote
    Microsoft vs. McAfee: How free antivirus outperformed paid
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-vs-mcafee-how-free-antivirus-outperformed-paid/2614

    Interesting quote
    Quote
    Only 17 of 43 antivirus products detected this as a threat. The full results page showed the identification, if any, for each product on the list. Microsoft, Symantec, Avast, and F-Secure were among the engines that flagged the file. But the majority didn’t.
    Are we reading the same article ???

    Why don't you ask Ed Bott what he meant by that comment ???

    I did.  ;D
    http://www.zdnet.com/tb/1-90176-1716393 (http://www.zdnet.com/tb/1-90176-1716393)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on November 19, 2010, 08:57:18 AM
    Free Antivirus for Windows 7 from Microsoft and Symantec

    In addition to letting customers download Microsoft Security Essentials free of charge, the Redmond company has partnered with Symantec in order to offer a new free security offering, this time geared at small businesses.


    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Free-Antivirus-for-Windows-7-from-Microsoft-and-Symantec-167346.shtml

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on November 19, 2010, 06:02:04 PM
    VirusTotal Google Chrome browser extension a.k.a. VTchromizer:

    We have just coded a Google Chrome browser extension to interact with VirusTotal. The extension adds an option to the context menu to analyze links with VirusTotal's URL analysis engine.
     
    Unlike the VTzilla Firefox extension, it does not embed an additional "Scan with VirusTotal" option in the browser's file download dialog (mainly because Chrome's API does not allow to do so). Having said this, it does include a top menu bar popup that enables quick VirusTotal searches and direct submission of the page being viewed to VirusTotal.

    You may find more information (including the download links) about both VTchromizer and VTzilla here: VirusTotal browser extensions (http://www.virustotal.com/advanced.html#browser-addons)

    (http://virustotal.hispasecsistemas.netdna-cdn.com/img/vtchromizer-contextmenu-1.png) (http://virustotal.hispasecsistemas.netdna-cdn.com/img/vtchromizer-popup-1.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 19, 2010, 06:36:38 PM
    <snip>
    Unlike the VTzilla Firefox extension, it does not embed an additional "Scan with VirusTotal" option in the browser's file download dialog (mainly because Chrome's API does not allow to do so). Having said this, it does include a top menu bar popup that enables quick VirusTotal searches and direct submission of the page being viewed to VirusTotal.
    <snip>

    Well the right click function is only there for the purpose of scanning a site link and without that right click menu entry how is it possible to have the link pre-scanned.

    So it really isn't an issue as far as I'm concerned, but it is there for URL scans which require a right click entry as many other such link scanners do. So it is a bit like comparing apples and oranges. It is IMHO a bit late to scan a page when you are already on it, the idea of the right click scan is pro-active, so two different functions, which you can't really compare.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on November 19, 2010, 07:44:56 PM
    Well the right click function is only there for the purpose of scanning a site link and without that right click menu entry how is it possible to have the link pre-scanned.

    So it really isn't an issue as far as I'm concerned, but it is there for URL scans which require a right click entry as many other such link scanners do. So it is a bit like comparing apples and oranges. It is IMHO a bit late to scan a page when you are already on it, the idea of the right click scan is pro-active, so two different functions, which you can't really compare.
    David, seems I could not get what you want to say, as I've tested it, you can right click and scan a link before you visit, also you can scan a page when you have visited it now, same about your downloads, it's better than nothing, also easier than copy link and paste in their site or?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 19, 2010, 08:49:20 PM
    Surely to right click it must have a context menu entry were you scan scan as I don't think that they yet have a mind reading function to know what you want to do, save file, open in new tab, etc.

    I just can't see how they can do that without having some sort of selection, e.g. menu (a right click menu). Obviously I'm not speaking from personal experience (just logic) as I don't use Chrome, I have tried it a few times and it has never survived very long before being uninstalled; I just like my add-ons and configurability of firefox...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 21, 2010, 08:09:07 PM
    Surely to right click it must have a context menu entry were you scan scan as I don't think that they yet have a mind reading function to know what you want to do, save file, open in new tab, etc.

    I just can't see how they can do that without having some sort of selection, e.g. menu (a right click menu). Obviously I'm not speaking from personal experience (just logic) as I don't use Chrome, I have tried it a few times and it has never survived very long before being uninstalled; I just like my add-ons and configurability of firefox...
    It works like a charm David, Simply right click on a link inside Chrome and the following pop up appears.
    (click image to enlarge)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 21, 2010, 09:20:47 PM
    Yes, I'm sure it does, but the point of the to and fro is because I believed their spiel said that they didn't add an extra entry to the right click menu, which is clearly the case.

    Quote
    Unlike the VTzilla Firefox extension, it does not embed an additional "Scan with VirusTotal" option in the browser's file download dialog (mainly because Chrome's API does not allow to do so).

    Now if they are saying/mean something other than the right click menu, that is a different ball game, in which case I can't see VTzilla having added anything to any download dialog in my firefox download dialogue.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 25, 2010, 12:04:13 PM
    LastPass comes to Opera 11

    https://addons.labs.opera.com/addons/extensions/details/lastpass/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 26, 2010, 04:29:23 PM
    (http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/17/2010/11/500x_app-platter.jpg)

    avast! is listed as #34 on
    lifehacker's 50 Free Apps We're Most Thankful For (http://lifehacker.com/5698593/50-free-apps-were-most-thankful-for?utm_source=Lifehacker+Newsletter&utm_campaign=86e9dd40df-UA-142218-1&utm_medium=email)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on November 30, 2010, 07:52:16 PM
    (http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/17/2010/11/500x_app-platter.jpg)

    avast! is listed as #34 on
    lifehacker's 50 Free Apps We're Most Thankful For (http://lifehacker.com/5698593/50-free-apps-were-most-thankful-for?utm_source=Lifehacker+Newsletter&utm_campaign=86e9dd40df-UA-142218-1&utm_medium=email)

    Yeah, but why did they use the old logo/icon? lol.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 30, 2010, 07:55:48 PM
    Yeah, but why did they use the old logo/icon? lol.
    Firefox fans are rampant ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on December 04, 2010, 04:25:37 AM
    Safer search engine and may protect you from Blackhat SEO attack.Besides,no need browser cookie at all ad better privacy:http://duckduckgo.com/ (http://duckduckgo.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on December 05, 2010, 07:07:13 AM
    new malwarebytes Antimalware 1'50 cersion released!!http://malwarebytes.org/ (http://malwarebytes.org/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 05, 2010, 03:24:31 PM
    new malwarebytes Antimalware 1'50 cersion released!!http://malwarebytes.org/ (http://malwarebytes.org/)

    There is a topic specifically for updates and you will see that this has been posted there 6 days ago. http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.msg563264#msg563264 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.msg563264#msg563264)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on December 09, 2010, 12:39:41 AM
    AV-COMPARATIVES
    Retrospective/Proactive Test, November 2010:
    http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/ondret/avc_retro_nov2010.pdf (http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/ondret/avc_retro_nov2010.pdf)


    Someone please explain attached screenshot to me (Detection rate  >:( ):
    Quote
    The below table shows the proactive on-demand detection capabilities of the various products, sorted by detection rate.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on December 09, 2010, 07:45:38 AM
    Hmm, I don't think my eyes are wrong

    It seems AVG is missing
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on December 09, 2010, 11:51:35 AM
    AV-COMPARATIVES
    Retrospective/Proactive Test, November 2010:
    http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/ondret/avc_retro_nov2010.pdf (http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/stories/test/ondret/avc_retro_nov2010.pdf)


    Someone please explain attached screenshot to me (Detection rate  >:( ):
    Quote
    The below table shows the proactive on-demand detection capabilities of the various products, sorted by detection rate.

    Already created a thread about that... you can check it, here: http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=67280.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=67280.0)

    Hmm, I don't think my eyes are wrong

    It seems AVG is missing

    Yes it is... if you read carefully you will be able to see on the bottom of the page 3:
    Quote
    AVG, Kingsoft, McAfee, Norman and Trend Micro decided to not get included in this report and to renounce to get awarded
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 09, 2010, 01:06:54 PM
    I don't really care about AVG's absence. I am however concerned about the avast! position in this ranking.
    Why are we second from last and not close to the top ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 09, 2010, 03:37:30 PM
    well, in the sample tested, avast is close to the bottom and Gdata is at the top. And yet Gdata still uses avast as one of its two scanners (as far as I know).

    Certainly this outcome may happen,  a conceivable result, in a lab environment anyway, whereas in real world circumstances, and especially 'in the wild', I think avast and Gdata outcomes would concur almost always 100% of the time.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on December 10, 2010, 06:03:07 AM
    Avast! again won an excellent and best result in latest VB bulletin test..Congratulations!!! :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 11, 2010, 12:41:08 PM
    Restoring the missing Recycle Bin and Control Panel in Windows 7's Explorer Pane.
    These system folders are missing by default from the Explorer pane by default.

    If you prefer having these folders in sight, you can easily restore them to view.
    Simply click Tools, Folder Options, check “Show all folders,” and click OK.
    Now all your familiar System Folders are visible in Explorer.
    The following screenshots make these instructions a little easier to follow:
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/RestoringCandR01.jpg)

    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/RestoringCandR02.jpg)

    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Windows%207/RestoringCandR03.jpg)

    (This enhances an article found in Windows Fanatics)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 11, 2010, 01:46:41 PM
    Restoring the missing Recycle Bin and Control Panel in Windows 7's Explorer Pane.
    These system folders are missing by default from the Explorer pane by default.

    If you prefer having these folders in sight, you can easily restore them to view.
    Simply click Tools, Folder Options, check “Show all folders,” and click OK.
    Now all your familiar System Folders are visible in Explorer.
    (This enhances an article found in Windows Fanatics)

    I have that enabled so I guess I must be a Windows Fanatic. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on December 14, 2010, 05:16:45 AM
    Send your parents a Tech support package

    http://www.teachparentstech.org/

    [via (http://googleforstudents.blogspot.com/2010/12/teaching-your-parents-tech.html)]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on December 14, 2010, 02:28:38 PM
    The Most Powerful and Least Used Windows Tool

    http://www.7tutorials.com/ode-command-prompt-most-powerful-and-least-used-windows-tool
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 14, 2010, 02:41:09 PM
    The Most Powerful and Least Used Windows Tool

    http://www.7tutorials.com/ode-command-prompt-most-powerful-and-least-used-windows-tool

    I have not used a Command Prompt since I gave up on DOS for the Windows GUI however Send your parents a Tech support package is quite good.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 14, 2010, 03:32:56 PM
    The Most Powerful and Least Used Windows Tool

    http://www.7tutorials.com/ode-command-prompt-most-powerful-and-least-used-windows-tool

    I have not used a Command Prompt since I gave up on DOS for the Windows GUI however Send your parents a Tech support package is quite good.

    You didn't give it up, you just stopped using it. It's still a part of Windows.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 17, 2010, 11:43:21 PM
    Google Debuts “This Site May Be Compromised” Warning
     
    Google has added a new security feature to its search engine that promises to increase the number of Web page results that are flagged as potentially having been compromised by hackers.
    http://krebsonsecurity.com/2010/12/google-debuts-this-site-may-be-compromised-warning
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2010, 12:18:06 AM
    Screencast-O-Matic (http://screencast-o-matic.com/) is the original online screen recorder for one-click recording from your browser
    on Windows, Mac, or Linux with no install for FREE!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 18, 2010, 04:39:06 PM
    EU Has Concerns on Big Intel Deal
    http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703395904576025973738473148.html?mod=googlenews_wsj
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 20, 2010, 05:31:07 PM
    Malware: It’s all in the gift-wrapping
    http://blog.avast.com/2010/12/20/malware-giftwrapping-services/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on December 20, 2010, 07:40:15 PM
    Malware: It’s all in the gift-wrapping
    http://blog.avast.com/2010/12/20/malware-giftwrapping-services/
    That is quite intersting, the idea that it is relatively easy to send out something malicious...slightly worrying in a way...

    Send your parents a Tech support package

    http://www.teachparentstech.org/

    [via (http://googleforstudents.blogspot.com/2010/12/teaching-your-parents-tech.html)]

    Typical, the one video I want is done on a mac... ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2010, 07:48:56 PM
    EU Has Concerns on Big Intel Deal
    http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703395904576025973738473148.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

    It's already posted in the Security Warnings Thread:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=52252.msg571507#msg571507 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=52252.msg571507#msg571507)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: Mac :. on December 21, 2010, 02:30:49 AM

    Typical, the one video I want is done on a mac... ::)

    Maybe that should be telling you something? ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on December 21, 2010, 05:25:23 AM
    Thought some might be interested in this:

    Returnil System Safe Pro for free (http://www.returnilvirtualsystem.com/productgiveaway)

    [via (http://downloadsquad.switched.com/2010/12/20/get-returnil-system-safe-pro-for-free/)]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 21, 2010, 08:31:07 AM
    EU Has Concerns on Big Intel Deal
    http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703395904576025973738473148.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

    It's already posted in the Security Warnings Thread:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=52252.msg571507#msg571507 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=52252.msg571507#msg571507)

    I can't find it there...??
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on December 21, 2010, 01:25:39 PM
    http://www.securelist.com/en/analysis/204792152/End_of_the_Line_for_the_Bredolab_Botnet
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on December 21, 2010, 04:26:13 PM
    http://adblockplus.org/blog/adblock-plus-for-google-chrome-to-be-released-soon (http://adblockplus.org/blog/adblock-plus-for-google-chrome-to-be-released-soon)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on December 21, 2010, 04:51:17 PM
    http://adblockplus.org/blog/adblock-plus-for-google-chrome-to-be-released-soon (http://adblockplus.org/blog/adblock-plus-for-google-chrome-to-be-released-soon)

    beta is out already
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cfhdojbkjhnklbpkdaibdccddilifddb
    (it's actually AdThwart being developed from now on by W. Palant, dev of ABP for Firefox)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 21, 2010, 05:26:04 PM

    beta is out already
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cfhdojbkjhnklbpkdaibdccddilifddb
    (it's actually AdThwart being developed from now on by W. Palant, dev of ABP for Firefox)

    Discused in Chrome extensions security add-on:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=67929.msg572092#msg572092
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on December 21, 2010, 06:10:17 PM
    http://adblockplus.org/blog/adblock-plus-for-google-chrome-to-be-released-soon (http://adblockplus.org/blog/adblock-plus-for-google-chrome-to-be-released-soon)

    beta is out already
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cfhdojbkjhnklbpkdaibdccddilifddb
    (it's actually AdThwart being developed from now on by W. Palant, dev of ABP for Firefox)
    I saw the link after my AdThwart updated to Adblock Plus ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on December 22, 2010, 06:11:35 AM
    Microsoft pulled the plug on an update issued on December's Patch Tuesday. The Outlook 2007 patch has created some problems for users

    http://www.virusbuster.hu/en/viruslab/virus/security-news/outlook-patch-withdrawn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on December 22, 2010, 11:40:45 AM
    oh noooooooooooooo ;D
    "A Legend Returns: Commodore 64"
    http://www.conceivablytech.com/4733/products/a-legend-returns-commodore-64/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 22, 2010, 11:55:45 AM
    oh noooooooooooooo ;D
    "A Legend Returns: Commodore 64"
    http://www.conceivablytech.com/4733/products/a-legend-returns-commodore-64/

    Wow, this must be (wild guess) the 20th return by now. ;)
    But I will stay with the original (resilient) C64, which is still working here... :)
    Thanks for this article, Logos...!
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 23, 2010, 12:17:12 AM
    Microsoft pulled the plug on an update issued on December's Patch Tuesday. The Outlook 2007 patch has created some problems for users

    http://www.virusbuster.hu/en/viruslab/virus/security-news/outlook-patch-withdrawn
    This brings up something I have always wondered about. I only have Word and Excel installed out of a full Office XP version. I always get updates for the other components though and I have always allowed them to proceed so I didn't get prompted about them again the  next time. I also have the 2007  compatibility pack installed so I get the 2007 updates along with the ones for Office XP. I do not have Outlook installed but I do use Outlook Express. I'm wondering if this faulty update could somehow impact OE as well because it has been sluggish at times lately.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 23, 2010, 01:58:46 AM
    They are 2 totally different programs not even remotely similar
    except they are both capable of handling your emails.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 23, 2010, 01:14:23 PM
    FTC gives its blessing to Intel's acquisition of McAfee
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/FTC-gives-its-blessing-to-Intel-s-acquisition-of-McAfee-1158590.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 23, 2010, 02:22:37 PM
    Since it can't get worse, maybe this is a good thing.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 23, 2010, 02:27:08 PM
    Since it can't get worse, maybe this is a good thing.  ;D

    Let's see... ;)
    Btw...

    Quote
    The Federal Trade Commission has concluded its review of the proposed McAfee transaction and has cleared it. We are continuing to work with the staff at the European Commission as they continue their review.

    Kevin Sellers

    Vice President, Investor Relations

    Intel Corporation
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on December 23, 2010, 06:54:04 PM
    A visual guide to the open internet (http://www.theopeninter.net/)

    Quote
    Network neutrality is the idea that your cellular, cable, or phone internet connection should treat all websites and services the same. Big companies like AT&T, Verizon, and Comcast want to treat them differently so they can charge you more depending on what you use.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on December 23, 2010, 07:33:22 PM
    Too bad Net Neutrality doesn't cover Mobile Networks.  Check this out:

    http://www.tomsguide.com/us/ATT-Verizon-Sprint-TMobile-Rogers,news-9455.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on December 23, 2010, 10:42:23 PM
    ***

    Too bad Net Neutrality doesn't cover Mobile Networks.  Check this out:

    http://www.tomsguide.com/us/ATT-Verizon-Sprint-TMobile-Rogers,news-9455.html

    That just us not right for comsumers/users.


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2010, 11:41:39 PM
    A Christmas present:
    (http://img.ashampoo.com/ashampoo.com_images/img/1/landingpage/weihnachtsgeschenk/bs_advanced.png)   (http://img.ashampoo.com/ashampoo.com_images/img/1/landingpage/weihnachtsgeschenk/homedesigner.png)   (http://img.ashampoo.com/ashampoo.com_images/img/1/landingpage/weihnachtsgeschenk/Snap3.png)   (http://img.ashampoo.com/ashampoo.com_images/img/1/landingpage/weihnachtsgeschenk/wo6.png)   (http://img.ashampoo.com/ashampoo.com_images/img/1/landingpage/weihnachtsgeschenk/apc7.png)
    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/christmasgift?c=XMAS-2010 (http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/christmasgift?c=XMAS-2010)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mkis on December 29, 2010, 09:55:00 PM
    more info on net neutrality...


    A tangled web:
    America’s new internet rules are mostly sensible—but the country’s real web problem is far more basic

    http://www.economist.com/node/17800141?story_id=17800141


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2010, 02:30:56 AM
    more info on net neutrality...


    A tangled web:
    America’s new internet rules are mostly sensible—but the country’s real web problem is far more basic

    http://www.economist.com/node/17800141?story_id=17800141



    Here are some more details:
    http://lifehacker.com/5720407/an-introduction-to-net-neutrality-what-it-is-what-it-means-for-you-and-what-you-can-do-about-it?utm_source=Lifehacker+Newsletter&utm_campaign=4306c49fc7-UA-142218-1&utm_medium=email (http://lifehacker.com/5720407/an-introduction-to-net-neutrality-what-it-is-what-it-means-for-you-and-what-you-can-do-about-it?utm_source=Lifehacker+Newsletter&utm_campaign=4306c49fc7-UA-142218-1&utm_medium=email)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on December 30, 2010, 11:28:03 AM
    I am not a fan of Iobit but I came across a very interesting defrag software

    Smart Defrag v2 Beta 1.1

    http://forums.iobit.com/showthread.php?t=8436

    They updated the old program and added boot time defrag
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 30, 2010, 12:06:40 PM
    I am not a fan of Iobit but I came across a very interesting defrag software

    Smart Defrag v2 Beta 1.1

    http://forums.iobit.com/showthread.php?t=8436

    They updated the old program and added boot time defrag
    It's nothing that would make me want to leave defraggler  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 30, 2010, 01:01:13 PM
    I am not a fan of Iobit but I came across a very interesting defrag software

    Smart Defrag v2 Beta 1.1

    http://forums.iobit.com/showthread.php?t=8436

    They updated the old program and added boot time defrag
    It's nothing that would make me want to leave defraggler  :)
    Especially anything from IOBit ;)

    I like Puran Defrag as it has a good boot time defrag 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 30, 2010, 01:28:24 PM
    iObit lost our confidence. It would be very very difficult (impossible) to restore it.
    A serious company cannot make such mistakes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 01, 2011, 02:02:45 PM
    Quote
    The ten worst products of 2010
    We’ve seen some absolutely brilliant kit this year. Stand-outs include the obvious (think the Apple iPad) and the less obvious (why hello there, Sony VAIO Z13), but this blog is to celebrate the rubbish. The stuff that, with any luck, may already have been pulled off the shelves due to its sheer stupidity.
    http://www.pcpro.co.uk/blogs/2010/12/30/the-ten-worst-products-of-2010
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 04, 2011, 10:08:45 PM
    AeroWeather: Change Windows Vista and 7′s Aero Color According to Weather Conditions
    http://www.askvg.com/aeroweather-change-windows-vista-and-7s-aero-color-according-to-weather-conditions/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 05, 2011, 12:28:13 AM
    10 ways to get the most out of technology
    http://www.avast.com/news#tab2 (http://www.avast.com/news#tab2)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 05, 2011, 01:18:22 AM
    It's a shame they don't have that page on a RSS feed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 05, 2011, 01:20:01 AM
    It's a shame they don't have that page on a RSS feed.
    +10
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 05, 2011, 09:45:49 AM
    Dell to acquire SecureWorks
    http://content.dell.com/us/en/corp/d/secure/2011-01-04-ir-shld-release.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 05, 2011, 11:54:15 AM
    It's a shame they don't have that page on a RSS feed.
    When they have been working on the new site, I told them and they said it's in their TODO list but not priority... now this long after release the new site and still...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2011, 02:43:56 PM
    It sure would be nice to subscribe to to keep up with the latest news when it's released,
    not when we remember to go to the link. :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 05, 2011, 03:39:50 PM
    Yes, considering other areas have an RSS feed like the Blog.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on January 05, 2011, 05:40:29 PM
    I am not a fan of Iobit but I came across a very interesting defrag software

    Smart Defrag v2 Beta 1.1

    http://forums.iobit.com/showthread.php?t=8436

    They updated the old program and added boot time defrag

    Smart Defrag v2. Beta1.1

    I installed it and ran it.  Interestingly enough it totally messes with the defrags from PerfectDisk 11.x

    I can't say which is better, however I have used PerfectDisk for years and have no reason to change :)

    Of course Smart Defrag is free so if one doesn't want to spend money on Defrag Software then they can use that however I have found Defraggler, for a quick defragment is a nice tool.   

    So for now, pending more testing with SmartDefrag I will stick with PerfectDisk and Defraggler.

    Just my personal choice :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 05, 2011, 07:09:11 PM
    I would rather use the free version of Puran Defrag as a) it doesn't have the stigma associated with Iobit and b) it has a very handy boot-time defrag option.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on January 06, 2011, 05:17:37 PM
    AVAST, ESET, Symantec together control 40% of the global AntiVirus market

    Quote
    OPSWAT has released its quarterly market share reports for several sectors of the security industry. This quarter’s report includes both worldwide and North American market share and usage data for antivirus software and Windows Operating Systems.

    http://www.thewindowsclub.com/avast-eset-symantec-together-control-40-of-the-global-antivirus-market
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 06, 2011, 11:15:48 PM
    AVAST, ESET, Symantec together control 40% of the global AntiVirus market

    Quote
    OPSWAT has released its quarterly market share reports for several sectors of the security industry. This quarter’s report includes both worldwide and North American market share and usage data for antivirus software and Windows Operating Systems.

    http://www.thewindowsclub.com/avast-eset-symantec-together-control-40-of-the-global-antivirus-market
    Key point
    Quote
    The avast! Antivirus product line has helped AVAST Software maintain the title of number one antivirus vendor worldwide with 17.53% global market share.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 07, 2011, 12:10:53 AM
    Skype on TV
    http://thenextweb.com/2010/01/05/skype-tv-video-calls-couch-incoming/ (http://thenextweb.com/2010/01/05/skype-tv-video-calls-couch-incoming/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on January 07, 2011, 12:35:37 AM
    AVAST, ESET, Symantec together control 40% of the global AntiVirus market

    Quote
    OPSWAT has released its quarterly market share reports for several sectors of the security industry. This quarter’s report includes both worldwide and North American market share and usage data for antivirus software and Windows Operating Systems.

    http://www.thewindowsclub.com/avast-eset-symantec-together-control-40-of-the-global-antivirus-market
    Key point
    Quote
    The avast! Antivirus product line has helped AVAST Software maintain the title of number one antivirus vendor worldwide with 17.53% global market share.

    Keep on winning Avast ;D and you'll have the power to control the world best Anti-virus product ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 07, 2011, 12:43:27 AM
    the full report is here: http://www.oesisok.com/news-resources/reports/MarketShareReportDecember2010.pdf
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2011, 01:30:06 AM
    Always nice to see Avast! as the top dog:

    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Avast%20Forum/AvasisNo1.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 07, 2011, 01:31:21 AM
    Seems the variations are very big, i.e., June compared to December 2010.
    Is this correctly measured?

    I've read here in avast forums it could be a biased measured market share (although not it is malicious, but just that the statistics are measured in a limited sample of computers).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2011, 04:41:51 PM
    If you have Windows 7 but are really still in love with Windows XP,
    then the following might be just what you're looking for:
    http://www.askvg.com/aio-how-to-get-all-good-old-classic-features-back-in-windows-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29 (http://www.askvg.com/aio-how-to-get-all-good-old-classic-features-back-in-windows-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    Personally, I'm quite happy with Windows 7  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 07, 2011, 04:51:57 PM
    ...
    Personally, I'm quite happy with Windows 7  :)

    Me too, but each to their own ;)

    For the alt-tab thing there, there is a bug that does the same thing with one extra key press:
    http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/5200/stupid-geek-tricks-windows-7-easter-egg-shows-the-xp-alt-tab-prompt/

    Why you would want to I don't know... :)

    I even change Firefox to show something similar to alt-tab when pressing ctrl-tab (change something in about:config, will post when I find it again)

    EDIT: I tracked down that Fx thing ;) Can't remember where I saw this, but in about:config, change "browser.ctrlTab.previews" to true. Then when you press Ctrl-tab you get previews of each tab, good if you have loads open :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 08, 2011, 12:24:29 AM
    avast! – The most downloaded free antivirus in 2010
    http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/06/avast-%E2%80%93-the-most-downloaded-free-antivirus-in-2010/ (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/06/avast-%E2%80%93-the-most-downloaded-free-antivirus-in-2010/)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 08, 2011, 12:54:01 AM
    I've never even used alt-tab and had to try it to see what it does. It's just as easy to click on the tabs themselves, actually it's easier.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on January 08, 2011, 05:16:59 AM
    I've never even used alt-tab and had to try it to see what it does. It's just as easy to click on the tabs themselves, actually it's easier.

    not when you don't have a mouse.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 09, 2011, 05:59:34 PM
    20 things I learned about browsers and the Web:
    http://www.20thingsilearned.com
    Its a 62 page book courtesy of Lifehacker:
    http://lifehacker.com/5728531/20-things-i-learned-is-a-newbies-guide-to-the-internet
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on January 09, 2011, 06:07:03 PM
    courtesy of Lifehacker
    I guess google chrome team? Or did you mean you got the link via lifehacker?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 09, 2011, 06:42:14 PM
    courtesy of Lifehacker
    I guess google chrome team? Or did you mean you got the link via lifehacker?
    I found it via the lifehacker link:
    http://lifehacker.com 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 11, 2011, 10:49:43 AM
    Signed homebrew software for the Playstation 3
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Signed-homebrew-software-for-the-Playstation-3-1166481.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 12, 2011, 04:12:23 PM
    Signed homebrew software for the Playstation 3
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Signed-homebrew-software-for-the-Playstation-3-1166481.html

    Sony takes legal action against PS3 hackers
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Sony-takes-legal-action-against-PS3-hackers-1168231.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 12, 2011, 05:09:46 PM
    Asyn,
    I think we're getting a sidetracked with game station related information.
    This topic was meant for computer software and computer system news.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 12, 2011, 05:16:52 PM
    Asyn,
    I think we're getting a sidetracked with game station related information.
    This topic was meant for computer software and computer system news.  :)

    Well, it's still software/system related... ;)
    But just delete it, if you find the info inappropriate here.
    No problems with that... :)
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on January 12, 2011, 05:18:16 PM
    20 things I learned about browsers and the Web:
    http://www.20thingsilearned.com
    Its a 62 page book courtesy of Lifehacker:
    http://lifehacker.com/5728531/20-things-i-learned-is-a-newbies-guide-to-the-internet

    When I clicked on the 20things link Firefox blocked the webpage and put up the following message

    "Website is asking to store information on your computer, Allow or Decline?"

    I declined and closed the tab.

    Thanks anyway :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on January 12, 2011, 05:21:00 PM
    Download it here : http://www.20thingsilearned.com/media/20ThingsILearnedaboutBrowsersandtheWeb.pdf
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 12, 2011, 05:21:25 PM
    20 things I learned about browsers and the Web:
    http://www.20thingsilearned.com
    Its a 62 page book courtesy of Lifehacker:
    http://lifehacker.com/5728531/20-things-i-learned-is-a-newbies-guide-to-the-internet

    When I clicked on the 20things link Firefox blocked the webpage and put up the following message

    "Website is asking to store information on your computer, Allow or Decline?"

    I declined and closed the tab.

    Thanks anyway :)
    Most likely a cookie  but some people don't like cookies. I happen to love them. Especially animal crackers. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 12, 2011, 09:13:08 PM
    20 things I learned about browsers and the Web:
    http://www.20thingsilearned.com
    Its a 62 page book courtesy of Lifehacker:
    http://lifehacker.com/5728531/20-things-i-learned-is-a-newbies-guide-to-the-internet

    When I clicked on the 20things link Firefox blocked the webpage and put up the following message

    "Website is asking to store information on your computer, Allow or Decline?"

    I declined and closed the tab.

    Thanks anyway :)
    Yet another reason I do not use Firefox. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 12, 2011, 10:12:36 PM
    It works fine in IE.

    I like the message that it shows at the top though
    (guess they will do anything to plug chrome ;))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Altarir. on January 12, 2011, 10:17:13 PM
    Yet another reason I do not use Firefox. ;)

    Yeah of course. You don't like caring about security as I see.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 12, 2011, 10:34:12 PM
    It works fine in IE.

    I like the message that it shows at the top though
    (guess they will do anything to plug chrome ;))
    Google Chrome is better than Firefox
    Quote
    NOT SO FOXY: We're not entirely convinced by Firefox's new look: it's the least pretty of the three browsers here
    http://www.techradar.com/news/internet/web/ie9-beta-vs-firefox-vs-chrome-what-s-the-best-browser--717027

    @ Altarir.

    Yes I care about security! and you could remove avast! and install Kaspersky from a good Russian software company:
    http://usa.kaspersky.com/about-us/company-overview
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 12, 2011, 10:41:42 PM
    <snip>
    When I clicked on the 20things link Firefox blocked the webpage and put up the following message

    "Website is asking to store information on your computer, Allow or Decline?"

    I declined and closed the tab.

    Thanks anyway :)
    Yet another reason I do not use Firefox. ;)

    There really are times when I can't believe you, so you don't like the additional security offered in warning you of what is going on. But I guess you would rather be blissfully unaware of it with your browser.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 12, 2011, 10:42:09 PM
    Quote
    Google Chrome is better than Firefox

    Depends how you look at it, but each has their own preference. I prefer Firefox, but I will concede that on slower/underpowered machines, Chrome (or what ever variant you use - mine is iron) is simply unbeatable for speed, at least in my experience anyway.

    To be honest, they all look the same to me anyway... :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Altarir. on January 12, 2011, 10:45:14 PM
    Google Chrome is better than Firefox

    Just your opinion. Nothing more than that. Yet you state it like it's some well-known fact.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 12, 2011, 10:47:33 PM
    It works fine in IE.

    I like the message that it shows at the top though
    (guess they will do anything to plug chrome ;))

    Nothing at the top of the page on mine, but I guess firefox and the NoScript or AdBlock Plus dealt with that ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 12, 2011, 10:50:11 PM
    It works fine in IE.

    I like the message that it shows at the top though
    (guess they will do anything to plug chrome ;))
    Google Chrome is better than Firefox
    Quote
    NOT SO FOXY: We're not entirely convinced by Firefox's new look: it's the least pretty of the three browsers here
    http://www.techradar.com/news/internet/web/ie9-beta-vs-firefox-vs-chrome-what-s-the-best-browser--717027
    Hang on, where did I mention Firefox... ::)


    Nothing at the top of the page on mine, but I guess firefox and the NoScript or AdBlock Plus dealt with that ;D
    That was IE8... ;)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 12, 2011, 10:59:47 PM
    Nothing unusual in YoKenny's responses, always takes a dive off in a different direction when you counter his comment.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 13, 2011, 05:25:39 PM
    As a fellow IE user and non FF user, I agree with Yokenny. Chrome may be better but it's also uglier. On a side note, I tried the Chrome frames deal for IE and it actually made my browsing slower so I ditched it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 14, 2011, 05:58:43 PM
    My Thumbs up to Google Chrome only, All my computer needs is going only inside chrome, My Emails (AOL, Hotmail, Yahoo etc) is linked inside Gmail and Gmail is open in Google Chrome App mode, All my 12 Messengers account (Yahoo, AIM, Live (msn), ICQ, Gtalk, MySpace, Facebook etc) is all linked to meebo and it's open in another Google App window, my office needs is going under another Goole App window which is Google Documents. My Calendar is Google Calendar and it's open in another Google App window, how I can think of another browser?

    Only once I got thumb down to that from my friend:
    Quote
    Suppose Obama gets his "kill switch" and decides to shut down the internet. There goes all your personal data.

    Heck! it has nothing with browser! ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on January 14, 2011, 06:13:06 PM
    @omid

    If so much is going on in your browser, I am damn sure chrome is using at least 400 to 500 MB of Ram or more than that. Just use meminfo (http://www.carthagosoft.net/meminfo.htm) and check the current usage and when everything is closed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on January 14, 2011, 06:50:00 PM
    @nmb: That's why I prefer Chrome over other browsers (IE, FF, Opera, Safari). It has a waayyyyy better memory handling than other browsers. in FF I had to restart browser every few hour, but in Chrome memory remain same after 10-12 hours.

    I've also 18 Extensions installed, and here is memory usage.

    I've always an eye on my RAM - CPU - I/O as Process Explorer is minimized in my tray with all Icons showing, all I've is 2 GB ram, and using these services like this in browser or you may call 'in the cloud' is way faster and easier and lighter for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 15, 2011, 12:15:37 AM
    avast! blog - One month down to one minute
    http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/14/one-month-down-to-one-minute/ (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/14/one-month-down-to-one-minute/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 15, 2011, 01:25:43 AM
    A very interesting read.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Yanto.Chiang on January 15, 2011, 04:13:50 AM
    I like this...please keep update for whole security information to other users...

    cheers,
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CharleyO on January 15, 2011, 08:31:10 AM
    ***

    Yes, it is an interesting read.


    ***
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 15, 2011, 08:09:06 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 15, 2011, 08:46:56 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)
    That is not good at all. Even more reason to avoid their products
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 15, 2011, 09:33:23 PM
    Yes, just confirms all our previous thoughts, suspicions into one neat URL for reference it it is needed about ethical and moral practices of Iobit for future reference.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 15, 2011, 09:53:49 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)
    Thanks for posting.
    IObit as thieve: http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=33217

    NEVER use an IObit product!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 16, 2011, 04:43:06 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)

    Page Not Found..?  :-\
    Using FF 3.6.13, by the way..
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2011, 04:51:12 PM
    It was there yesterday.  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 16, 2011, 05:26:41 PM
    Google it and you can get a cached version

    http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:tU_CFt3endMJ:billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/

    Wonder what got it removed?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on January 16, 2011, 05:28:50 PM
    I know you guys hate iObit.

    I also know the history behind that one month

    Anyway I have used their products for years and never ever has any other Anti-Virus products including AIS or Anti-Malware products including Malwarebytes ever found any viruses or Malware on my computer as a result of an iObit product.

    That is a fact.

    Maybe I am just lucky in this regard :) :)

    PS. If you go to the home page of the blog and look at all his blog posts that he lists there is no mention of iObit in any of the article headings.  Doesn't mean the article was not there or he didn't comment in another article just saying.

    Just for the record

    1.  We all know that there were Malwarebytes signatures in the IObit360 database.
    2.  We should all know that they were only there for one month
    3.  To my knowledge Malwarebytes never filed a lawsuit on this issue.  If anyone here is aware of such a lawsuit please post the link.
    4.  I am not aware of how the Malwarebytes signatures got into IObit360.   Does anyone here actually know how they got into the IObit360 database?
    5.  Just maybe IObit hired some people to design and code their new product at the time IObit360.
    6.  Just maybe one of those people came from Malwarebytes.  It is not uncommon for techies to switch companies and go to a competitor especially when they are designing a new product and need to staff up.   I did the same decades ago when I worked in Hard Drive manufacturing industry.  I left Computer Memories and went to work for another disk drive manufacturer which was a startup at the time.  I got offered stock and a promotion so I changed companies.  No big deal.  Done all the time.
    7.  Maybe IObit hired someone from Malwarebytes who stole the signatures of the their own volition before they left.  Again not uncommon in the high tech industry, entertainment industry, design industry etc etc.
    8. Maybe IObit fired the person when they found out and removed the Malwarebytes signatures from IObit360 after they were made aware that some new employee had illegally inserted them.  
    9.  Maybe all the above is true and that is why Malwarebytes never to my knowledge filed a lawsuit on this issue.
    10. Maybe people will continue to trash IObit over this incident though they might have only been culpable of having poor internal design procedures.
    11. Maybe a lot of small and even medium and large high tech software companies have poor internal software design procedures.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Alan Baxter on January 16, 2011, 05:35:07 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)

    I read the 40 comments to this article yesterday.  Only a few of the commenters had tried to reproduce Bill's problem in which the third-party installations had been refused but installed themselves anyway.  None of them were able to duplicate Bill's problem.  I downloaded and installed the software from download.com, just like Bill said he did.  I carefully unchecked the correct boxes, including an additional sneaky box toward the end of the installation.  None of the additional software was installed.  I think he may have allowed something during the installation inadvertently.  It didn't sound like he tried to see if the problem was reproducible.  It sounded like the problematic install happened on an important system rather than a test one which could be just wiped clean, so not attempting to repeat it is understandable.

    That said, I don't like having to carefully uncheck quite so many boxes on multiple panels to avoid unwanted installs.  I'm going to avoid IObit software in the future.

    It was there yesterday.  :o

    It's not listed in the Recent Posts section of http://billmullins.wordpress.com/ either.  He may be in the process of revising it.  Don't know.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 16, 2011, 06:14:48 PM
    Perhaps someone lent on him to remove it, another conspiracy theory ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 16, 2011, 08:02:42 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)

    Page Not Found..?  :-\
    Using FF 3.6.13, by the way.

    Read this review:
    IObit Security 360
    Quote
    Pros
    Free. Small download. Fast Install. Fast scan for malware. Includes toolbar and security tools.

    Cons
    Poor malware removal left many executables, some actually still running. Poor malware blocking did not prevent installation of malware. By default, installation changes your homepage and search provider.

    Bottom Line
    IObit Security 360 installs and scans quickly. The problem is, it just doesn't do the job of removing malware or preventing malware installation.
    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2355884,00.asp
    That said, I don't like having to carefully uncheck quite so many boxes on multiple panels to avoid unwanted installs.  I'm going to avoid IObit software in the future.
    No IOBit software for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 16, 2011, 09:03:09 PM
    5.  Just maybe IObit hired some people to design and code their new product at the time IObit360.
    6.  Just maybe one of those people came from Malwarebytes.  It is not uncommon for techies to switch companies and go to a competitor especially when they are designing a new product and need to staff up.   I did the same decades ago when I worked in Hard Drive manufacturing industry.  I left Computer Memories and went to work for another disk drive manufacturer which was a startup at the time.  I got offered stock and a promotion so I changed companies.  No big deal.  Done all the time.
    Not acceptable.

    7.  Maybe IObit hired someone from Malwarebytes who stole the signatures of the their own volition before they left.  Again not uncommon in the high tech industry, entertainment industry, design industry etc etc.
    Not acceptable.

    8. Maybe IObit fired the person when they found out and removed the Malwarebytes signatures from IObit360 after they were made aware that some new employee had illegally inserted them.   
    Why do they never acknowledged that? On contrary...

    10. Maybe people will continue to trash IObit over this incident though they might have only been culpable of having poor internal design procedures.
    An acknowledge would be enough.
    Now we have spyware behavior!

    11. Maybe a lot of small and even medium and large high tech software companies have poor internal software design procedures.
    Not an excuse for us to avoid such companies. The size is not an excuse.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 16, 2011, 09:30:22 PM
    IObit’s Advanced SystemCare Free 3.7 Installs Spyware And More! (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/14/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-installs-spyware-and-more/)

    Page Not Found..?  :-\
    Using FF 3.6.13, by the way..


    Strange it was removed...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 16, 2011, 09:34:56 PM
    If the author was wrong, an apologize will help.
    Sharing FUD is not good, whatever company is involved.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 17, 2011, 09:59:47 PM
    If the author was wrong, an apologize will help.
    Sharing FUD is not good, whatever company is involved.
    Bill retraction. The test was wrong and the results misleading.
    http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/17/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-7-does-not-install-spyware/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 17, 2011, 11:18:40 PM
    If the author was wrong, an apologize will help.
    Sharing FUD is not good, whatever company is involved.
    Bill retraction. The test was wrong and the results misleading.
    http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/17/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-7-does-not-install-spyware/
    Just goes to prove that politics can be skewed and politicians can be bought. :'(

    Al Capone new that and used it effectively until the law caught up with him.  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 17, 2011, 11:24:14 PM
    On a positive note:
    Half the world is enough
    http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/16/half-the-world-is-enough
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 18, 2011, 01:13:30 AM
    If the author was wrong, an apologize will help.
    Sharing FUD is not good, whatever company is involved.
    Bill retraction. The test was wrong and the results misleading.
    http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2011/01/17/iobits-advanced-systemcare-free-3-7-does-not-install-spyware/

    Thanks for posting the update. Something surely does stink with his retraction, though. :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on January 18, 2011, 07:04:21 PM
    NASA reveals strange, bomberlike planes of 2025

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-17852_3-20028638-71.html?tag=rtcol;pop
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 18, 2011, 10:46:27 PM
    NASA reveals strange, bomberlike planes of 2025

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-17852_3-20028638-71.html?tag=rtcol;pop
    Interesting but what does this have to do with the subject of this thread ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on January 19, 2011, 03:57:21 AM
    Some startling numbers from Pingdom concerning the scope and scale of the Internet.

    Almost 100 trillion emails sent in 2010 contained spam.

    Quote
    14% - The growth in total Internet users in 2010.

    15.3% - The growth in the number of IIS websites in 2010.

    39.1% - The growth in the number of Apache websites in 2010.

    89.1% – The percentage of emails that were spam.

    2,232 – Average number of videos a U.S. Internet user watches annually.

    7.7 million – People following @LadyGaga.

    100 million - Twitter accounts added in 2010.

    152 million - Total number of blogs on the Internet.

    175 million - number of Twitter users worldwide.

    250 million - Facebook accounts added in 2010.

    255 million - number of websites worldwide.

    480 million - number of email users added in 2010.

    600 million - number of Facebook users worldwide.

    1.9 billion - total number of email users worldwide.

    1.97 billion - total number of Internet users worldwide.

    2 billion - number of YouTube videos watched per day.

    2.9 billion - total number of email accounts worldwide.

    5 billion – total number of photos hosted on Flickr.

    25 billion - number of tweets sent in 2010.

    36 billion – Approximate number of photos uploaded to Facebook annually.

    294 billion - number of emails sent per day.

    107 trillion - number of emails sent in 2010

    .891 x 107 Trillion = 95.3 Trillion

    Heads Up - Link is on a political website.
      However, the website owner is a technie so he occasionally posts tech related stuff like the above

    http://directorblue.blogspot.com/2011/01/internet-by-numbers.html (http://directorblue.blogspot.com/2011/01/internet-by-numbers.html)
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on January 19, 2011, 05:06:44 AM
    5.  Just maybe IObit hired some people to design and code their new product at the time IObit360.
    6.  Just maybe one of those people came from Malwarebytes.  It is not uncommon for techies to switch companies and go to a competitor especially when they are designing a new product and need to staff up.   I did the same decades ago when I worked in Hard Drive manufacturing industry.  I left Computer Memories and went to work for another disk drive manufacturer which was a startup at the time.  I got offered stock and a promotion so I changed companies.  No big deal.  Done all the time.
    Not acceptable.

    7.  Maybe IObit hired someone from Malwarebytes who stole the signatures of the their own volition before they left.  Again not uncommon in the high tech industry, entertainment industry, design industry etc etc.
    Not acceptable.

    8. Maybe IObit fired the person when they found out and removed the Malwarebytes signatures from IObit360 after they were made aware that some new employee had illegally inserted them.  
    Why do they never acknowledged that? On contrary...

    10. Maybe people will continue to trash IObit over this incident though they might have only been culpable of having poor internal design procedures.
    An acknowledge would be enough.
    Now we have spyware behavior!

    11. Maybe a lot of small and even medium and large high tech software companies have poor internal software design procedures.
    Not an excuse for us to avoid such companies. The size is not an excuse.

    Obviously its not acceptable.  Geez

    The point is that maybe the screw-up was not done intentionally by management and unknown to them.  Then once they became aware of it the signatures were removed, which we know they were, and whoever was responsible for putting them in the program was fired.

    To my knowledge we don't know how those signatures wound up in IObit360, whether it was with or without management knowledge.  So it seems to me to to be wrong to condemn the whole company without knowing how the whole thing went down.

    Every consumer company screws up in one way or another.   There are plenty of ways to steal things especially in high tech.  If a company intentionally overpays to higher away someone from another company and with the intent that the newly hired person bring and apply the knowledge that they acquired at their previous company then their new employer is unethical just as much as if they had stolen anti-malware signatures.  though the new company may or may not be guilty of a crime defending on what information/knowledge the new employee brought with them.

    Note: I am not talking about bringing general knowledge that is available at all companies but that employee happened to learn at the previous company as part of the general increase in knowledge through experience.  I am talking about learning something at a company that say falls under intellectual property law and then brings that kind of information to their new company.

    If a person has signed a confidentiality agreement when hired by an employer which is very typical in the high-tech industry at least in America, that person could be in violation of the contract and the law if they use any of the information acquired at the old company in the new company.  These type of lawsuits happen all the time in high-tech.

    So are people going to avoid buying products from every high-tech company that was sued for something like this? If that were to be the case then no one would buy any MSFT products and probably no Apple, HP, Oracle, Cisco etc etc products.

    When I see the proof as adjudicated in a court of law either civil or criminal or hear a confession of criminal intent by IObit management then at IObit and still at IObit then I will say that they stole these signatures with intentionally knowing that they were breaking the law and IObit has since done nothing to remove these people from the company.

    Until such time, IObit as a company is innocent with regard to intent until proven otherwise.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 19, 2011, 11:34:35 AM
    Until such time, IObit as a company is innocent with regard to intent until proven otherwise.
    Which was proved is that they stole MBAM signatures.
    The responsibility of the the company is to know the software is being developed and say to their employees "how" to work (the internal policy and ethics). IObit never recognized that it was an employee's fault and apologize. Why?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 19, 2011, 11:49:54 PM
    avast! 5.1: Concept, production model or facelift?
    http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/19/avast-5-1-concept-production-model-or-facelift/ (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/19/avast-5-1-concept-production-model-or-facelift/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 20, 2011, 04:08:37 AM
    (http://blog.avast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/bob-the-final-cut1.jpg)

    avast! evangelists go to the community (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/19/avast-evangelists-go-to-the-community/):)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on January 20, 2011, 06:01:42 AM
    (http://blog.avast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/bob-the-final-cut1.jpg)

    avast! evangelists go to the community (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/19/avast-evangelists-go-to-the-community/):)

    Go Bob Go!!!

    I would be interested in giving a seminar in my area as well, but with my crazy family life and work, I don't think I'd ever be able to commit to such a thing.  Hopefully when the kids get older I can help out a bit more than I do.

    Thanks for doing this Bob, I'm sure there are plenty of users that find that info useful!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 20, 2011, 02:46:37 PM
    avast! evangelists go to the community (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/19/avast-evangelists-go-to-the-community/):)

    Go Bob Go!!!

    Way to go Bob!  8)

    Unfortunatly where I live most people do not have a computer and are deathly afraid of them.  :(

    In fact there are even people here that do not have a TV!  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 20, 2011, 03:22:24 PM
    Quote
    In fact there are even people here that do not have a TV!
    That's because TV's melt igloos.  ;D ;D
    Thanks Kenny. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 20, 2011, 03:43:49 PM
    Quote
    In fact there are even people here that do not have a TV!
    That's because TV's melt igloos.  ;D ;D
    Thanks Kenny. :)
    I have never been in an igloo nor have I ever seen an igloo live!

    I guess you think Canadians are still fur trappers ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 20, 2011, 05:49:45 PM
    Cool!
    SystemTray Recycler: Put Recycle Bin in Windows System Tray aka Taskbar Notification Area (http://www.askvg.com/systemtray-recycler-put-recycle-bin-in-windows-system-tray-aka-taskbar-notification-area/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 20, 2011, 06:32:14 PM
    The Recycle bin is one of 2 icons I will allow on my desktop permanently.

    That app looks like it could be good, although I would end up hiding it and so it would be a waste of time for me. :)
    I like the way they have stuck with the basic black/white icon to fit the win7 look of the icons.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 20, 2011, 06:51:00 PM
    I don't have icons displayed on my desktop at all, I have Rocket Dock at the top of my screen and that can/show(s) the recycle bin and you can take the normal actions using that, examine/delete file(s) or clear completely.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 20, 2011, 07:03:32 PM
    On the shared pc here I have enough programs etc. to use a dock, but on my laptop I have maybe 5 programs that I use so they all go in the win 7 taskbar...that has to be my favourite feature of 7, besides snap...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 20, 2011, 07:20:14 PM
    Even on my tiny win7 netbook I use Object Dock at the top of the screen, it disappears when not in use, hover over the top of the screen it and it appears.

    I really don't like the win7 taskbar affair, as it takes up too much screen space. I much prefer the old XP Quick launch as you can assign a space (for those I use daily) and the rest are reachable by expanding it. Some of those are now up on my Dock, so I should par the list down ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 20, 2011, 08:01:05 PM
    Like Bob always says, a thread for news not discussion :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 20, 2011, 09:07:23 PM
    I think that comes under the general software news ish ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 21, 2011, 10:19:07 PM
    I have to say.. I'm enjoying the nice articles on avast! blog in this last days.   ;D

    avast! blog - No advertising. Just recommendations.
    http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/21/no-advertising-just-recommendations/ (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/21/no-advertising-just-recommendations/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 21, 2011, 10:29:08 PM
    Yes, I have been a little tardy of late and not been checking it for new blogs.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 24, 2011, 09:42:51 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/WindowsUtilitiesLauncher20.png)
    Windows Utilities Launcher v2.0 By Shra1

    A simple software which brings some of the Windows Utilities together.

    It Contains The Following Utilities.

    - Computer Management
    - Device Manager
    - Disk Manager
    - Performance Monitor
    - Display Properties
    - Services
    - Task Manager
    - System Configuration
    - Add/Remove Programs
      - Disk Cleanup (new as suggested by some users)
      - Time And Date (new as suggested by some users)


    also in Quick Access Menu (System Tray)

    - Notepad
    - Calculator
    - Task Manager

    Windows Operating System : XP/Vista/7

    http://www.deviantart.com/download/194595877/windows_utilities_launcher_2_0_by_shraone-d37uv51.rar (http://www.deviantart.com/download/194595877/windows_utilities_launcher_2_0_by_shraone-d37uv51.rar)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 24, 2011, 10:39:35 PM
    I like it :)

    A rather simple way of finding some important features in Control Panel.
    Could be useful for when you need trying to help someone find a certain feature.

    Can also have some shortcuts to a couple of tools via the right click as well :)

    Nice find Bob :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on January 25, 2011, 11:56:51 PM
    I think this is not new news to most part of the users but..
     
    avast! 6.0 will bring automatic virtualization to technology to all free users
    http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-6-0-will-bring-automatic-virtualization-technology-to-all-free-users (http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-6-0-will-bring-automatic-virtualization-technology-to-all-free-users)

    Good news..  :)

    And another great article on blog.
    Is avast! antivirus headed for the Super Bowl?
    http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/25/is-avast-antivirus-headed-for-the-super-bowl/ (http://blog.avast.com/2011/01/25/is-avast-antivirus-headed-for-the-super-bowl/)

    Keep going with the great work, avast! blog team.. I'm enjoying reading this articles.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 26, 2011, 11:39:28 PM
    I think this is not new news to most part of the users but..
     
    avast! 6.0 will bring automatic virtualization to technology to all free users
    http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-6-0-will-bring-automatic-virtualization-technology-to-all-free-users (http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-6-0-will-bring-automatic-virtualization-technology-to-all-free-users)

    Good news..  :)
    This is good news only if the whitelist is kept up with and is big enough to prevent known safe things from being sandboxed. This is of the utmost importance for the gamers among us since if any portion of a game gets sandboxed, the game may not function correctly. Most gamers are not aware of what each component file of their game is called. I know Avast! will not make as many mistakes as Comodo has in their sandbox implementation where they flat out refused to whitelist any game applications and stated such in their forums. The thing that concerns me the most is the updating of World of Warcraft. When that game has a patch available, a downloader specific to that patch has to employed. It also downloads everything through a built in bit torrent client. Each updater has a unique file name so whitelisting a previous one will do no good. I have encountered problems with this many times with Comodo and though I trust Avast! to do a better job I still have concerns. Obviously if the updater or the update itself gets sandboxed, it won't do it's job. If I get an alert giving me the option to allow things to proceed as needed, that will be fine.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 31, 2011, 11:28:10 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/W7LC.png)

    Windows 7 Logon Changer is another advanced Windows 7 login screen customizer created by "myjuman" @ DA
    which allows you to:

    1. Change Windows 7 login screen background
    2. Add "set as Logon Background" option to image files which makes it unique
    3. Randomly change logon background on startup
    4. Restore default logon background

    Click here to download (http://www.deviantart.com/download/195633037/windows_7_logonchanger_v1_beta_by_myjuman-d38h3f1.rar)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rdmaloyjr on February 01, 2011, 12:07:36 AM
    200GB to 25GB: Canada gets first, bitter dose of metered Internet

    http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2011/01/canada-gets-first-bitter-dose-of-metered-internet-billing.ars?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 01, 2011, 01:43:54 AM
    Cool!
    SystemTray Recycler: Put Recycle Bin in Windows System Tray aka Taskbar Notification Area (http://www.askvg.com/systemtray-recycler-put-recycle-bin-in-windows-system-tray-aka-taskbar-notification-area/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).

    I never use the recycle bin, I always use shift+delete but I do have 30 icons on my desktop. Shortcuts are a good thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on February 01, 2011, 03:46:23 AM
    Death of unlimited Mozy backup

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20030096-264.html?tag=cnetRiver (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20030096-264.html?tag=cnetRiver)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on February 01, 2011, 05:54:56 AM
    <snip>I do have 30 icons on my desktop. Shortcuts are a good thing.
    Yup. This was the case for me 4 or 5 years back. Then one day I sat and worked out how to de-clutter my desktop.

    A few shortcuts are on dektop.
    A few constantly running apps are on tray.
    A few shortcuts are on taskbar.
    And finally some are on start menu.

    So thats how I de-cluttered and this has been maintained by me for years.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on February 02, 2011, 06:17:06 AM
    <snip>I do have 30 icons on my desktop. Shortcuts are a good thing.
    Yup. This was the case for me 4 or 5 years back. Then one day I sat and worked out how to de-clutter my desktop.

    A few shortcuts are on dektop.
    A few constantly running apps are on tray.
    A few shortcuts are on taskbar.
    And finally some are on start menu.

    So thats how I de-cluttered and this has been maintained by me for years.

    Objectdock!!!

    Keep the shortcuts you need out of sight, but readily available.

    Clean desktop is goooood!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on February 02, 2011, 07:11:42 AM
    Objectdock!!!

    Keep the shortcuts you need out of sight, but readily available.

    Clean desktop is goooood!
    I know object makes it still more cleaner (may be) but for me. It is a bit slower to access. In the sense, the current setup I have, makes me get to the shortcuts more faster than object dock. IDK why.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on February 02, 2011, 08:24:07 AM
    To each their own, NMB.

    I replied to your PM on my forum, FYI.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2011, 04:26:17 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MrShot.jpg)

    Mr.Shot version 1.31 (http://verifive.tripod.com/cgi-bin/MrShot.cgi) NEW !
    Mr.Shot captures screeshots of your desktop,
    any active window or clip of the screen.

    Features:
    Capture Desktop : Control + D
    Capture Window : Control + W
    Capture Clip : Control + Z (Click 'N Drag)
    Customize your own shortcut keys
    Select folder to save your shots.
    Open containing folder right after your shot.
    Auto start on Windows.
    Start minimized in tray.
    Download from MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/MrShotSetup.exe)
    ( The posted picture was taken using the Control + Z key combo. :) )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on February 02, 2011, 05:11:48 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MrShot.jpg)

    Mr.Shot version 1.31 (http://verifive.tripod.com/cgi-bin/MrShot.cgi) NEW !
    Mr.Shot captures screeshots of your desktop,
    any active window or clip of the screen.

    Features:
    Capture Desktop : Control + D
    Capture Window : Control + W
    Capture Clip : Control + Z (Click 'N Drag)
    Customize your own shortcut keys
    Select folder to save your shots.
    Open containing folder right after your shot.
    Auto start on Windows.
    Start minimized in tray.
    Download from MySharedFiles (http://mysharedfiles.no-ip.org/MrShotSetup.exe)
    ( The posted picture was taken using the Control + Z key combo. :) )

    In addition to that, I've found a pretty slick chrome extension for taking screenshots within a browser. http://awesomescreenshot.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on February 02, 2011, 05:52:42 PM
    Mr.Shot version 1.31 (http://verifive.tripod.com/cgi-bin/MrShot.cgi) NEW !

    I downloaded the installer from your shared files. The installation doesn't complete. It shoots an error that it can't write a entry to registry.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on February 02, 2011, 06:45:28 PM
    Mr.Shot version 1.31 (http://verifive.tripod.com/cgi-bin/MrShot.cgi) NEW !

    I downloaded the installer from your shared files. The installation doesn't complete. It shoots an error that it can't write a entry to registry.

    I downloaded the zip file direct from the site, extracted, ran as admin, and got the error pictured.

    Running Windows Server 2008 32-bit though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on February 02, 2011, 06:49:13 PM
    Exactly scythe. The same error on my computer, too. But I was unable to download the zip file from their site. It showed some kinda error. So downloaded from Bob's disk.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2011, 09:45:42 PM
    Just bypass the error the program works just fine without the registry entry.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 03, 2011, 01:07:52 PM
    Quote
    Microsoft "reinfects" Chrome with closed video codec

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2011/02/02/microsoft_reinfect_chrome_h_264/

    ... not sure I like the title of this article... anyway, MS does that after being accused by Google of stealing web search results lol :)
    http://news.bostonherald.com/business/technology/general/view/2011_0203google_microsoft_battle_over_bing_searches/srvc=home&position=also

     I've already downladed the extension (W7 only):
    http://www.interoperabilitybridges.com/wmp-extension-for-chrome
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on February 03, 2011, 08:09:38 PM
    200GB to 25GB: Canada gets first, bitter dose of metered Internet

    http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2011/01/canada-gets-first-bitter-dose-of-metered-internet-billing.ars?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss


    Maybe not. I hope...

    http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2011/02/sorry-about-that-canada-rushes-to-reverse-metered-billing-decision.ars
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 03, 2011, 08:29:04 PM
    Even at 25GB, that is larger than most UK ISPs monthly band with, my broadband with BT was 10GB, I have since got faster broadband now so the different package gives 40GB per month. So we in the UK have had this for a long time.

    The real shame is those crooks are still able to advertise unlimited broadband, and site their fair use to restrict 'unlimited.'
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on February 03, 2011, 09:05:00 PM
    Even at 25GB, that is larger than most UK ISPs monthly band with, my broadband with BT was 10GB, I have since got faster broadband now so the different package gives 40GB per month. So we in the UK have had this for a long time.

    The real shame is those crooks are still able to advertise unlimited broadband, and site their fair use to restrict 'unlimited.'

    Strange. As far as I knew most of Europe did not suffer the plight of caped services. I know Romania (not the most popular example) has no caps for most Internet service providers.

    Can't believe they can advertise unlimited broadband while having a cap.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 03, 2011, 09:14:26 PM
    I wasn't talking of most of Europe but rip off UK in particular. Believe me they do advertise unlimited and have small print to get around it and it is disgraceful.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 03, 2011, 09:44:03 PM
    all EU ISPs have caps... the amount of maximum download amount /month is not mentioned anywhere, but they (the ISPs) admit it themselves, the cap exists on so called unlimited bandwidth offers, just hard to reach ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on February 03, 2011, 09:54:27 PM
    Yeah here, the have fair use clauses...that gets them out of the so called "unlimited" broadband...

    I did watch a program a while ago, and they found that only one that advertised as unlimited actually gave unlimited. Not really sure on the situation now...

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on February 06, 2011, 12:19:31 PM
    GpCode Ransomware 2010 Analysis  By Xylibox
    http://xylibox.blogspot.com/2011/01/gpcode-ransomware-2010-simple-analysis.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 08, 2011, 12:42:46 PM
    Malwarebytes Enterprise Edition preview
    http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?s=eea4b82b2f1982c99e710880563faf87&showtopic=74833
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on February 08, 2011, 01:54:24 PM
    Mozilla embracing Chrome's fast-rev ethos
    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20030846-264.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20030846-264.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody)

    An impossible mission..?  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on February 08, 2011, 02:08:49 PM
    Mozilla embracing Chrome's fast-rev ethos
    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20030846-264.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20030846-264.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody)

    An impossible mission..?  ::)
    Key comment
    Quote
    Firefox's share of worldwide browser usage has remained largely flat, with Chrome and Safari steadily picking up usage in recent months. Chrome, which often serves as a vehicle for Google to promote favored new technologies, moved last year from a quarterly release cycle to an even faster one with twice that pace.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 08, 2011, 05:13:21 PM
    Quote
    Internet Explorer Continues Losing Market Share
    By J.A. Watson , 3 February, 2011 10:47

    http://www.zdnet.co.uk/blogs/jamies-mostly-linux-stuff-10006480/internet-explorer-continues-losing-market-share-10021606/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on February 10, 2011, 01:50:24 AM
    WebMatrix is a brand new web development tool from Microsoft that includes everything you need for website development. Start from open source web applications, built-in web templates or just start writing code yourself. It’s all-inclusive, simple and best of all free. Developing websites has never been easier.

    http://www.microsoft.com/web/webmatrix/?WT.mc_id=aff-f-us-wag--phpus&CR_CC=200025893
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on February 10, 2011, 01:13:11 PM
    Quote
    Announcing Availability of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1
    Today we officially handed off the final release (RTM) of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (SP1) to our OEM partners. On February 16th Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 will be available for MSDN and TechNet Subscribers as well as Volume License customers. On February 22nd, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 will become generally available for folks to download via the Microsoft Download Center and available on Windows Update.
    http://windowsteamblog.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2011/02/09/announcing-availability-of-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2-sp1.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 11, 2011, 12:52:04 AM
    Gladinet Cloud Desktop 3.0 brings multiple online storage services together on your PC

    http://www.betanews.com/article/Gladinet-Cloud-Desktop-30-brings-multiple-online-storage-services-together-on-your-PC/1297200371
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 15, 2011, 09:16:51 PM
    Two open source web application firewalls announced
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Two-open-source-web-application-firewalls-announced-1189469.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on February 16, 2011, 02:02:38 AM
    Get Ready to Download Windows 7 SP1 RTM via MSDN and TechNet

    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Get-Ready-to-Download-Windows-7-SP1-RTM-via-MSDN-and-TechNet-184346.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 25, 2011, 04:05:56 AM
    I don't know if this is old news but...
    Reclaim Free Space by Removing Unnecessary Files After Installing Service Pack 1 (SP1) in Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2
    http://www.askvg.com/reclaim-free-space-by-removing-unnecessary-files-after-installing-sp1-in-windows-7-and-server-2008-r2/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on February 27, 2011, 10:45:46 AM
    I don't know if this is old news but...
    Reclaim Free Space by Removing Unnecessary Files After Installing Service Pack 1 (SP1) in Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2
    http://www.askvg.com/reclaim-free-space-by-removing-unnecessary-files-after-installing-sp1-in-windows-7-and-server-2008-r2/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29

    Another way would be to simply run the Disk Cleanup tool, click on Clean up system files, press OK(twice) and then put a tick next to Service Pack backup files and click OK again. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: jdeng on February 28, 2011, 12:41:34 AM
    Bob, OpenDNS made my browsing slower... maybe problem on resolving DNS names fast...
    For Adult Site Blocking, consider http://k9webprotection.net 8)

    Great recommendation!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 28, 2011, 01:27:43 AM
    Great recommendation!
    Thanks.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2011, 02:44:10 AM
    Bob, OpenDNS made my browsing slower... maybe problem on resolving DNS names fast...
    For Adult Site Blocking, consider http://k9webprotection.net 8)

    Great recommendation!
    Thanks for the recommendation.
    Never had any problems with OpenDNS and since I don't go to or use Adult Sites,
    I don't need anything to block them.  :)
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on February 28, 2011, 05:18:19 AM
    opendns is pretty fast in my opinion.  In fact, I've never used anything faster.

    Just me though.  Everyone has their own opinion.

    I guess now that OpenDNS is getting bigger and used by so many people its service could be degrading a bit by now, but I'm sticking with it.  I love the customization that's available.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on February 28, 2011, 12:11:11 PM
    Bob, scythe944, I see you both are on US but Tech is far from you, this distance will affect affect which DNS works faster in each location
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 28, 2011, 12:27:45 PM
    Bob, OpenDNS made my browsing slower... maybe problem on resolving DNS names fast...
    For Adult Site Blocking, consider http://k9webprotection.net 8)

    Great recommendation!
    Thanks for the recommendation.
    Never had any problems with OpenDNS and since I don't go to or use Adult Sites,
    I don't need anything to block them.  :)
     
    I would be strange to block them if you used them......   ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 28, 2011, 12:38:24 PM
    Bob, scythe944, I see you both are on US but Tech is far from you, this distance will affect affect which DNS works faster in each location
    Omid, OpenDNS has a much smaller database than K9. So, not only the speed, but the "detection" and classification among the categories is better on K9.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on February 28, 2011, 01:03:59 PM
    Omid, OpenDNS has a much smaller database than K9. So, not only the speed, but the "detection" and classification among the categories is better on K9.
    Thanks for that. But after all, Using DNS for blocking Domain is only useful in Limited environment, because it can be bypassed very easily by just using a SOCKS4 or 5 Proxy
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 28, 2011, 01:08:53 PM
    Using DNS for blocking Domain is only useful in Limited environment, because it can be bypassed very easily by just using a SOCKS4 or 5 Proxy
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on March 01, 2011, 04:58:36 AM
    Omid, OpenDNS has a much smaller database than K9. So, not only the speed, but the "detection" and classification among the categories is better on K9.
    Thanks for that. But after all, Using DNS for blocking Domain is only useful in Limited environment, because it can be bypassed very easily by just using a SOCKS4 or 5 Proxy

    I guess that's where the layered security approach kicks in...

    Internet > Router with OpenDNS > Untangle Box > Sonicwall > etc. etc. etc.

    Eventually, you pretty much block everything.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 01, 2011, 01:34:54 PM
    Eventually, you pretty much block everything.
    Even the whole Internet. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 01, 2011, 03:18:01 PM
    Ultimate Collection of Best Free Online Virus Scanners (http://www.askvg.com/ultimate-collection-of-best-free-online-virus-scanners/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on March 01, 2011, 11:16:52 PM
    Is this posted already?  ::)

    Ghostery for Firefox 2.5.2 will rock your world with our new feature: Cookie Blocking.
    http://news.ghostery.com/2011/02/24/new-and-improved-ghostery-for-firefox-2-5-2/ (http://news.ghostery.com/2011/02/24/new-and-improved-ghostery-for-firefox-2-5-2/)

    I'm waiting to see this new feature comes to Chrome too!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 01, 2011, 11:41:35 PM
    Ghostery for Firefox 2.5.2 will rock your world with our new feature: Cookie Blocking.
    http://news.ghostery.com/2011/02/24/new-and-improved-ghostery-for-firefox-2-5-2/ (http://news.ghostery.com/2011/02/24/new-and-improved-ghostery-for-firefox-2-5-2/)

    I'm waiting to see this new feature comes to Chrome too!

    I used to have Ghostery and I can't recall why I removed it, but it would only be removed it weren't doing the job or I really didn't need it or was a pain in the rear.

    I suspect the latter, given the action when you simply try to visit that link, things like this make me avoid anyone that tries this type of practice. If I want to subscribe I will do it voluntarily if I feel the content is worth it, but when they try to foist it on you no way.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on March 01, 2011, 11:52:41 PM
    I used to have Ghostery and I can't recall why I removed it, but it would only be removed it weren't doing the job or I really didn't need it or was a pain in the rear.
    You have had said your removed it because it caused something like a shutdown problem or something like that, I don't remember exactly, well, anyone this is just an add-on and working fine in my Chrome and FF, I've not and will not try the IE/Safari addon of that.

    I suspect the latter, given the action when you simply try to visit that link, things like this make me avoid anyone that tries this type of practice. If I want to subscribe I will do it voluntarily if I feel the content is worth it, but when they try to foist it on you no way.
    ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 02, 2011, 12:00:38 AM
    1. yea that would be what I would consider a pain in the rear if it messing with shutdown ;D

    2. Don't you get that pop-up wanting to subscribe to a live bookmark ?
    If not presumably you already have subscribed at some point.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on March 02, 2011, 12:18:08 AM
    2. Don't you get that pop-up wanting to subscribe to a live bookmark ?
    If not presumably you already have subscribed at some point.
    I got no pop-up in Chrome or FF and that blog is not bookmarked or subscribed. I guess I did not get that popup because I've their addon installed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on March 02, 2011, 11:43:26 AM
    Google acquires Zynamics

    http://www.virusbtn.com/news/2011/03_02.xml (http://www.virusbtn.com/news/2011/03_02.xml)

    Quote
    The German company, which was founded in 2004 by CEO Thomas Dullien (aka Halvar Flake) to research the automation of reverse engineering and code analysis, now produces four reverse-engineering tools: BinDiff, VxClass, BinNavi and BinCrowd, which are widely used by researchers in the security community.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 02, 2011, 11:48:58 AM
    Google acquires Zynamics

    More info here...
    http://blog.zynamics.com/2011/03/01/zynamics-acquired-by-google/
    http://addxorrol.blogspot.com/2011/03/wow.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on March 04, 2011, 11:26:38 PM
    Please, do not use images hosted in imageshack.us here in forums.
    It could be not being displayed in many computers.
    See: http://www.spicytricks.com/2011/03/imageshack-error-unregister-domain-in.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 05, 2011, 12:14:46 AM
    Please, do not use images hosted in imageshack.us here in forums.
    It could be not being displayed in many computers.
    See: http://www.spicytricks.com/2011/03/imageshack-error-unregister-domain-in.html

    Wow, that looks like a big mistake being made by whoever runs Imageshack. I certainly wouldn't be uploading anything there any more that I wanted to link somewhere. I use Photobucket for that and it still works---for now---lol
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on March 10, 2011, 12:21:53 AM
    New in Gmail Labs: Smart Labels

    http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2011/03/new-in-gmail-labs-smart-labels.html (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2011/03/new-in-gmail-labs-smart-labels.html)

    Quote
    Smart Labels automatically categorizes incoming Bulk, Notification and Forum messages, and labels them as such. “Bulk” mail includes any kind of mass mailing (such as newsletters and promotional email) and gets filtered out of your inbox by default (where you can easily read it later), “Notifications” are messages sent to you directly (like account statements and receipts), and email from group mailing lists gets labeled as “Forums”.

    (http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bsuEcN0U6nQ/TWwHRUqWbHI/AAAAAAAAAzo/J4ufojH2YFI/s400/smart_labels.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 13, 2011, 01:47:45 AM
    A tool that you can use to quickly control UAC.

    UAC Controller Tool is a most handy and easy to use application specially designed to make UAC managing a lot easier. Use this tool to control and change UAC settings from the tray area when required.

    http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/System-Tweak/UAC-Controller-Tool.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on March 18, 2011, 08:15:58 AM
    New Google Chrome Logo

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/03/16/Chrome-logo-2011-03-16.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 18, 2011, 04:18:55 PM
    I'm sure you could have found a larger one if you tried ;D

    Whilst I don't use Chrome, I think the old one was better.

    Not sure I would call this interesting or system news either.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 18, 2011, 04:57:21 PM
    Quote
    author=DavidR link=topic=19387.msg614363#msg614363 date=1300461

    Not sure I would call this interesting or system news either.
    Now 34000 feet in the air on my way back and have to agree with you.
    It's as interesting and as system related as my comment.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Confused Computer User on March 21, 2011, 10:32:59 AM
    Now 34000 feet in the air on my way back and have to agree with you.
    It's as interesting and as system related as my comment.  ;D

    Not to seem un-initiated/ or silly but if you're 34,000 ft in the air ( or 10,000 m) and you are using the Internet, I find that very interesting. :o

    Sorry for diverging from the threads intended purpose.  :-[
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 21, 2011, 01:13:42 PM
    (http://www.colasoft.com/images/download_page_screenshot.gif)
    Free Network Monitoring Software (http://www.colasoft.com/download/products/capsa_free.php)

    Capsa Network Analyzer 7.4.1 Features:

    Network Traffic Monitor
    Advanced Protocol Analysis
    In-depth Packet Decoding
    Multiple Network Behavior Monitoring
    Extensive Statistics of Each Host
    Automatic Expert Network Diagnosis
    Visualized Connections in Matrix
    Powerful Conversation Analysis
    Useful & Valuable Built-in Tools
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on March 28, 2011, 05:24:41 PM
    Free Network Monitoring Software (http://www.colasoft.com/download/products/capsa_free.php)
    Capsa Network Analyzer 7.4.1
    Thx for the very good software Bob. Love it.

    Stumbled upon this today : Stratiform (http://www.askvg.com/stratiform-add-on-to-customize-mozilla-firefox-4-0-ui/) (Addon for Mozilla Firefox 4), Cant stop playing with it. Worth a try.

    Quote
    You can customize toolbar buttons, icons, text fields, colors. It also allows you to change tabs style and color. You can also customize orange Firefox button's appearance. Even you can change its text.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on March 28, 2011, 06:37:28 PM
    That addon is clever...rather than change the theme, just a few minor tweaks. The orange button is not my favorite colour so that is solved :D

    Probably just leave it as Firefox though ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 28, 2011, 07:04:09 PM
    Clever it might be but it doesn't work with many third party themes, the one I'm using being one (I also use ColourfulTabs add-on) and for what it brings I wouldn't use the default FF theme, so it has been uninstalled.

    I don't get Firefox in the AppBar (as Stratiform calls it), just the FF icon, makes the whole thing smaller so no problem there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on March 28, 2011, 07:12:11 PM
    Mine looks very similar to scott's app menu button, with silver bars as sir D's. Cool eh? :) Try the google chrome like toolbar. Looks cool and neat.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 28, 2011, 07:43:02 PM
    Can't try the Chrome Like toolbar as I have uninstalled the add-on (would also have to abandon my current theme, no thanks) and I was never a chrome fan anyway ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on March 28, 2011, 07:46:32 PM
    Can't try the Chrome Like toolbar as I have uninstalled the add-on (would also have to abandon my current theme, no thanks) and I was never a chrome fan anyway ;D
    Sir D,

    Not a chrome fan here either. But it looks clean :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 28, 2011, 11:36:45 PM
    Can't try the Chrome Like toolbar as I have uninstalled the add-on (would also have to abandon my current theme, no thanks) and I was never a chrome fan anyway ;D
    Sir D,

    Not a chrome fan here either. But it looks clean :)
    DavidR is stuck on XP and Firefox!
    Where the dinosaurs roam.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on March 28, 2011, 11:40:08 PM
    Here we go again... ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 29, 2011, 12:06:48 AM
    Can't try the Chrome Like toolbar as I have uninstalled the add-on (would also have to abandon my current theme, no thanks) and I was never a chrome fan anyway ;D
    Sir D,

    Not a chrome fan here either. But it looks clean :)
    DavidR is stuck on XP and Firefox!
    Where the dinosaurs roam.  ;)

    Here you go again, diving off at a tangent you really are a plonker. Where in what you quoted does it say anything about XP or any OS  ::)

    I'm stuck with nothing, it is a choice my system could take win7 if I wanted to fork out £100 for win7. But why would I do that when XP Pro does everything that I need of it and there really is nothing in win7 that is a must have killer function.

    You really are a bit of a hypocrite as you are also using XP, why have you not upgraded it to win7 or are you a closet Dinosaur. So I guess that the topic which browser do you use http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=74170.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=74170.0), where Firefox has almost 47.3% of the vote means that they are stuck with firefox, it is a personal choice and nothing to do with OS you plonker.

    I have win7 on my netbook and I wouldn't have chrome on that either. So far it is a pain in the ar** at times I have to wonder who owns my netbook me or win7; compared to my experience with XP Pro win7 has been a nightmare.
    Roll on Microsoft's next attempt and see what that brings.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on March 29, 2011, 12:54:35 AM
    Here you go again, diving off at a tangent you really are a plonker. Where in what you quoted does it say anything about XP or any OS  ::)

    I'm stuck with nothing, it is a choice my system could take win7 if I wanted to fork out £100 for win7. But why would I do that when XP Pro does everything that I need of it and there really is nothing in win7 that is a must have killer function.

    You really are a bit of a hypocrite as you are also using XP, why have you not upgraded it to win7 or are you a closet Dinosaur. So I guess that the topic which browser do you use http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=74170.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=74170.0), where Firefox has almost 47.3% of the vote means that they are stuck with firefox, it is a personal choice and nothing to do with OS you plonker.

    I have win7 on my netbook and I wouldn't have chrome on that either. So far it is a pain in the ar** at times I have to wonder who owns my netbook me or win7; compared to my experience with XP Pro win7 has been a nightmare.
    Roll on Microsoft's next attempt and see what that brings.
    No one wants my XP sytem! :'(
    Comparing Windows 7 on a capable system like mine is like comparing a Wright Brother's airplane to your Windows 7 system.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 29, 2011, 01:15:23 AM
    So why do keep up with the smartdumb a**ed remarks at every turn, it really is tiresome.

    I and many others have the systems they have through choice, the fact that it doesn't  match your choice should be respected and not considered they are dinosaurs or you look like some kind of stalking troll.

    By now hopefully you get the message I'm pi**ed off with your tiresome cr*p.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on March 29, 2011, 02:10:20 AM
    On topic please.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 29, 2011, 05:25:27 AM
    Can't try the Chrome Like toolbar as I have uninstalled the add-on (would also have to abandon my current theme, no thanks) and I was never a chrome fan anyway ;D
    Sir D,

    Not a chrome fan here either. But it looks clean :)
    DavidR is stuck on XP and Firefox!
    Where the dinosaurs roam.  ;)


    Here you go again, diving off at a tangent you really are a plonker. Where in what you quoted does it say anything about XP or any OS  ::)

    I'm stuck with nothing, it is a choice my system could take win7 if I wanted to fork out £100 for win7. But why would I do that when XP Pro does everything that I need of it and there really is nothing in win7 that is a must have killer function.

    You really are a bit of a hypocrite as you are also using XP, why have you not upgraded it to win7 or are you a closet Dinosaur. So I guess that the topic which browser do you use http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=74170.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=74170.0), where Firefox has almost 47.3% of the vote means that they are stuck with firefox, it is a personal choice and nothing to do with OS you plonker.

    I have win7 on my netbook and I wouldn't have chrome on that either. So far it is a pain in the ar** at times I have to wonder who owns my netbook me or win7; compared to my experience with XP Pro win7 has been a nightmare.
    Roll on Microsoft's next attempt and see what that brings.

    +1

    I'm happy being a dinosaur.  I like XP better than 7.

    I'm stuck on Opera by choice!  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rdmaloyjr on March 29, 2011, 05:45:40 AM
    YoKenny,

    Are you the real annoying orange?

    http://www.youtube.com/user/realannoyingorange

    Your orange colored avatar is suspicious.

    You do have a habit of being annoying.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Altarir. on March 29, 2011, 07:17:32 AM
    YoKenny,

    Are you the real annoying orange?

    he seems more like grandpa lemon(one from annoying orange, obviously) for me

    also, why kenny avatar is suspicious (I have a feeling lemon could be hiding somewhere in kenny's jacket, though)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TedNelly on March 29, 2011, 01:31:36 PM
    YoKenny

    Have you stopped taking your Medication again?

    Please get back onto those "How to win Friends and Influence People" Pills again.
    The angry mean man pills are taking hold!!?  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on March 29, 2011, 01:43:31 PM
    Let's stop with the flaming, please and back to on topic. This topic is related to Software News not about YoKenny.

    @YoKenny, with no offense, you need to think twice before the postage of any critic about the system or/and software that the other people use. Is a personal choice to have software X instead of software Y, all depends on each person needs not because Software Y has more features, etc.

    Moving on...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 29, 2011, 06:05:50 PM
    (https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/01/00/00/13/67/93/74/1367937430.gif)
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    Amazon.com will further increase the cloud storage limit to 20GB for one year if purchasing a music album
    from the Amazon MP3 Store, otherwise additional storage can be purchased according to tiered service fees.
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/drive/files/learnmore (https://www.amazon.com/gp/drive/files/learnmore)

    The 5 GB free storage plan is available to all Amazon.com customers, however further upgrades to the storage plan are currently unavailable in the following countries:

    Austria,
    Belgium
    Bulgaria
    Cyprus
    Czech Republic
    Denmark
    Estonia
    Finland
    France
    Germany
    Greece
    Hungary
    Ireland
    Italy
    Latvia
    Lithuania
    Luxembourg
    Malta
    Netherlands
    Poland
    Portugal
    Romania
    Slovakia
    Slovenia
    Spain
    Sweden
    United Kingdom
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on April 01, 2011, 06:42:42 PM
    Browser Cleaner Is A Comprehensive System Trace Eraser

    Quote
    Browser Cleaner  1.1 is a handy utility designed to securely delete all traces of your online and offline activity and free up space on your hard drive by removing thousands of unnecessary files.
    Browser Cleaner erases history of visited websites, clears browser temporary files and eliminates all other records of your Internet activity.

    http://tcpmonitor.altervista.org/browser-cleaner-browser-cleaner-erase-history-of-visited-websites/

    [via (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/browser-cleaner-is-a-comprehensive-system-trace-eraser/)]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 04, 2011, 07:18:47 PM
    Is Windows® XP Good Enough? Really?? (http://ms.istreamplanet.com/springboard/)
    A roundtable discussion on how the technology landscape has changed since Windows XP
    will be held on April 16th.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 04, 2011, 08:02:28 PM
    I have to say that I think this is more to do with yet another attempt by MS trying to kill off XP and sell more new OSes.

    With XP still having the largest share of the OS market just under 60% (or still over 50% depending on which results you view), which must equate to even higher in the MS OS market share, they are desperate to kill it off, but it refuses to die.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 07, 2011, 01:57:57 PM
    avast passed the VB100 test again
    http://www.virusbtn.com/vb100/archive/vendor?id=9
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 07, 2011, 03:38:54 PM
    Secunia's PSI goes down due to server problems
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Secunia-s-PSI-goes-down-due-to-server-problems-1223526.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 07, 2011, 04:06:03 PM
    Get Windows 8 Look-Like User Picture Tile (Avatar) in Notification Area of Windows 7 (http://www.askvg.com/get-windows-8-look-like-user-picture-tile-avatar-in-notification-area-of-windows-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SafeSurf on April 08, 2011, 10:14:42 AM
    Secunia's PSI goes down due to server problems
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Secunia-s-PSI-goes-down-due-to-server-problems-1223526.html
    It seems to be working now.  Perhaps a temporary thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 08, 2011, 10:20:41 AM
    Secunia's PSI goes down due to server problems
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Secunia-s-PSI-goes-down-due-to-server-problems-1223526.html
    It seems to be working now.  Perhaps a temporary thing.

    There were funny things going on yesterday with my PSI. Repeatedly scanning, a scan stopped, and only seconds later started again and again and again.
    If I manually stopped, it took about 5 to 10 minutes and all began anew.
    Suddenly this behaviour stopped at about 18:00 local time and everything is back to normal since then.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on April 09, 2011, 06:16:16 PM
    Windows 7 Overtakes Windows XP in USA

    Quote
    We’ve been wondering when this day will finally come for a while. It didn’t take Windows 7 too long to overtake Windows Vista in terms of market share, but we all agreed that the biggest test for Windows 7 would be to see if it could take down the mighty Windows XP. And it would appear that it has just done that.

    (http://cdn3.windows7news.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/StatCounter-os-US-monthly-201003-201104.jpg) (http://www.windows7news.com/2011/04/09/windows-7-overtakes-windows-xp-usa/)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 09, 2011, 07:41:09 PM
    Windows 7 Overtakes Windows XP in USA

    Quote
    We’ve been wondering when this day will finally come for a while. It didn’t take Windows 7 too long to overtake Windows Vista in terms of market share, but we all agreed that the biggest test for Windows 7 would be to see if it could take down the mighty Windows XP. And it would appear that it has just done that.
    All we have to do now is convince DavidR that Windows 7 is the best!  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 09, 2011, 08:09:53 PM
    You will also have to convince David as to the accuracy and reliability of these statistics.
    Even I have my doubts on those two factors.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 09, 2011, 08:14:45 PM
    I think the major limitation of Windows 7 is the hardware minimum requirements.
    This is the market share limitation (I think).
    I think it is, undoubtedly, an advance from Windows XP. It's better.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 09, 2011, 08:20:03 PM
    You will also have to convince David as to the accuracy and reliability of these statistics.
    Even I have my doubts on those two factors.  ;D

    See
    Quote
    Posted on March 14th, 2011 by Barry Collins
     
    Windows 7 overtakes Windows XP on PC Pro
    http://www.pcpro.co.uk/blogs/2011/03/14/windows-7-overtakes-windows-xp-on-pc-pro
    Windows 7 finally overtakes Windows XP’s desktop OS market share
    http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/04/windows-7-finally-overtakes-windows-xps-desktop-os-market-share
    Windows 7 Overtakes Windows XP in USA
    http://www.worldtech24.com/windows/windows-7-overtakes-windows-xp-usa
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 09, 2011, 08:27:48 PM
    <snip>
    All we have to do now is convince DavidR that Windows 7 is the best!  ;)
    You really are a total f*****g plonker, it begins to grate when every time someone mentions XP or win7 you start this crap about me. Now Pi** off and get off that bandwagon.

    I couldn't give a stuff what is going on in the USA or worldwide market share where XP still has nearly 60% depending on which set of statistics you view. I don't care what others think I make my choice on what best suits me not what statistics say.

    In case you had forgotten I have win7 on my netbook and personally I prefer XP Pro.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 09, 2011, 08:31:39 PM
    In case you had forgotten I have win7 on my netbook and personally I prefer XP Pro.
    Why exactly David? What do you miss in Windows 7 that you have on XP? (of course, in the same hardware)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 09, 2011, 08:37:44 PM
    I don't miss anything in windows7 and obviously they aren't on the same hardware, so couldn't comment.

    I honestly don't feel there was ever a killer feature in win7 that I need/must have or don't already have in XP or can't get from another application. Yes there are some nice things, but would I pay over £100 to update to win7, absolutely not.

    If my personal s*dd**g forum stalker would purchase a legitimate retail copy of window 7 Pro for me then I might just consider upgrading, otherwise he can sod off.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 09, 2011, 08:41:44 PM
    I see. I consider, after all, that software evolution and updates/upgrades will be always there. We can live without the last upgrades. But they will be released for an economic reason, market reason, technological reason... It's life flow :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 09, 2011, 09:00:05 PM
    And when my system no longer meets my requirements I will change it and at that point I will make my decision on what OS to choose (could well be windows 8 by then), without the need for my own personal forum stalker.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 09, 2011, 09:02:45 PM
    Without the need for my own personal forum stalker.
    Sure. And I will stay with x32 Windows until I get Windows 8 x64 and "he" will continue to complain against my system :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 09, 2011, 11:44:15 PM

    Top 10 Micro-Apps for Windows and Mac OS X (http://lifehacker.com/#!5790110/top-10-micro+apps-for-windows-and-mac-os-x)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 10, 2011, 12:59:55 AM

    Top 10 Micro-Apps for Windows and Mac OS X (http://lifehacker.com/#!5790110/top-10-micro+apps-for-windows-and-mac-os-x)
    Most of those I think are really not needed but I did download the one called Fences and I really like it. You can organize your desktop icons into labeled groups in any way you want and hide or show them by simply double clicking on the desktop. It's pretty nice.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 10, 2011, 02:50:31 PM
    Firefox development cycle on Captain America serum

    (http://i.imgur.com/NAUb2.jpg)

    I can't believe this guy turned in Captain America because of a serum

    (http://cdn.fd.uproxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Cap-America-Small-weak.jpg)

    More:

    http://downloadsquad.switched.com/2011/04/07/first-firefox-6-build-next-week-firefox-7-by-may-and-aurora-ch/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on April 12, 2011, 01:10:47 AM
    <snip>
    All we have to do now is convince DavidR that Windows 7 is the best!  ;)
    You really are a total f*****g plonker, it begins to grate when every time someone mentions XP or win7 you start this crap about me. Now Pi** off and get off that bandwagon.

    I couldn't give a stuff what is going on in the USA or worldwide market share where XP still has nearly 60% depending on which set of statistics you view. I don't care what others think I make my choice on what best suits me not what statistics say.

    In case you had forgotten I have win7 on my netbook and personally I prefer XP Pro.

    http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/224903/windows_7_reigns_supremeat_least_in_the_us.html#tk.twt_bizcenter
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 12, 2011, 11:46:29 AM
    Ubuntu 8.04 reaches end-of-life on May 12 2011
    https://lists.ubuntu.com/archives/ubuntu-security-announce/2011-April/001301.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 13, 2011, 10:41:15 AM
    Microsoft Releases First IE10 Preview
    http://www.conceivablytech.com/6745/products/microsoft-releases-first-ie10-preview

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 13, 2011, 01:34:22 PM
    Chromium-based Flock social web browser is no more
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Chromium-based-Flock-social-web-browser-is-no-more-1227009.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 13, 2011, 01:38:13 PM
    Chromium-based Flock social web browser is no more
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Chromium-based-Flock-social-web-browser-is-no-more-1227009.html


    oh flock is dead :'( ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 14, 2011, 01:02:25 PM
    avast! Free Antivirus awarded the best security program of 2010 by Softonic
    https://blog.avast.com/2011/04/14/avast-free-antivirus-awarded-the-best-security-program-of-2010-by-softonic
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on April 14, 2011, 03:10:54 PM
    Firefox development cycle on Captain America serum


    I can't believe this guy turned in Captain America because of a serum


    More:

    http://downloadsquad.switched.com/2011/04/07/first-firefox-6-build-next-week-firefox-7-by-may-and-aurora-ch/

    New Channels for Firefox Rapid Releases

    http://blog.mozilla.com/blog/2011/04/13/new-channels-for-firefox-rapid-releases/
    http://www.mozilla.com/firefox/channel/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 14, 2011, 03:19:16 PM
    cool 8) >>> you get 5.0a2 on Minefield, and 6.0a1 on Aurora ;D ... wouldn't mind an 7.0a1pre :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on April 14, 2011, 03:31:57 PM
    cool 8) >>> you get 5.0a2 on Minefield, and 6.0a1 on Aurora ;D ... wouldn't mind an 7.0a1pre :D

    I hope they won't inflate the version number too much(fast) like Chrome does....
    Imo it will just confuses end users....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 14, 2011, 03:38:15 PM
    cool 8) >>> you get 5.0a2 on Minefield, and 6.0a1 on Aurora ;D ... wouldn't mind an 7.0a1pre :D

    I hope they won't inflate the version number too much(fast) like Chrome does....
    Imo it will just confuses end users....

    thing is they (MS and Mozilla) feel like they now have the "duty" to more or less follow Chome's model to keep up with the pace and be competitive. Chrome is gaining more and more market share... MS and Mozilla are sweating a bit I guess ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 14, 2011, 03:53:19 PM
    thing is they (MS and Mozilla) feel like they now have the "duty" to more or less follow Chome's model to keep up with the pace and be competitive. Chrome is gaining more and more market share... MS and Mozilla are sweating a bit I guess ;D

    Yeah, as many users think a higher version number means anything. ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 14, 2011, 03:57:33 PM
    thing is they (MS and Mozilla) feel like they now have the "duty" to more or less follow Chome's model to keep up with the pace and be competitive. Chrome is gaining more and more market share... MS and Mozilla are sweating a bit I guess ;D

    Yeah, as many users think a higher version number means anything. ::)


    ... not the point in this case... the point is that Google is really fast at bringing serious improvements to Chrome. They're adding new features/abilities constantly
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 14, 2011, 04:08:30 PM
    ...the point is that Google is really fast at bringing serious improvements to Chrome. They're adding new features/abilities constantly

    Sure they do, still many users get attracted by higher version numbers, as the think that the browser with the highest version wins. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Silk0 on April 14, 2011, 09:14:56 PM
    avast! blog - Excellent! First comparative with avast! version 6.0
    https://blog.avast.com/2011/04/14/excellent-first-comparative-with-avast-version-6-0/ (https://blog.avast.com/2011/04/14/excellent-first-comparative-with-avast-version-6-0/)

    I have to say... all avast! team is doing an outstanding job.
    Good work!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 14, 2011, 10:14:10 PM
    avast! blog - Excellent! First comparative with avast! version 6.0
    https://blog.avast.com/2011/04/14/excellent-first-comparative-with-avast-version-6-0/ (https://blog.avast.com/2011/04/14/excellent-first-comparative-with-avast-version-6-0/)

    I have to say... all avast! team is doing an outstanding job.
    Good work!
    Excellent results. The best proactive detection rate avast! has ever achieved and the least resource impact by far. Very well done avast!.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Ashish Singh on April 19, 2011, 10:37:25 AM
    Microsoft opens up Office 365 as public beta

    Read more: http://news.cnet.com/8301-10805_3-20054852-75.html#ixzz1JxM45EfF
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on April 19, 2011, 08:03:03 PM
    No more commercial version of Open Office, Oracle makes it solely community based.

    http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Oracle-Announces-Its-Intention-to-Move-OpenOfficeorg-to-a-Community-Based-Project-NASDAQ-ORCL-1428324.htm (http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Oracle-Announces-Its-Intention-to-Move-OpenOfficeorg-to-a-Community-Based-Project-NASDAQ-ORCL-1428324.htm)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 19, 2011, 09:20:04 PM
    makes you wonder what their strategy was in taking it on in the first place. So this announcement is a day late and a dollar short, given that Libre Office branched off a while ago. So I wonder if this is more to do with stamping on the Libre Office version than anything else.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 19, 2011, 09:23:09 PM
    They had no real choice, I believe. And yes, it's too late - Libre Office is the better branch meanwhile and all the real important people changed to LO.
    OpenOffice is dead - or the name will be given back to LibreOffice (if they still want it which I doubt  ;D )
    Title: Re: .:: Interesting ::.
    Post by: Rompin Raider on April 20, 2011, 02:44:11 AM
    Interesting. I tried it from where I work which is about 50 miles south of Houston. This program came back and said I was located in or near Plano, Texas which is up near Dallas or about 400 miles north of me. Wonder what happened?  ;D

    Great Avatar!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2011, 04:23:08 PM
    (http://www.nero.com/img/logo-nkm-250.jpg)
    Nero Releases “Nero Kwik Media”, Free Disc Burning Software (http://www.nero.com/enu/downloads-kwik-media-free.php)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 20, 2011, 04:26:35 PM
    @Bob hey thanks for linking to this nero utility ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2011, 04:30:29 PM
    Just installed it and be sure to uncheck the ASK Toolbar.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 20, 2011, 04:33:23 PM
    Just installed it and be sure to uncheck the ASK Toolbar.

    yeah I wanted to edit my post to mention that  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 20, 2011, 04:41:03 PM
    there's already an update ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 20, 2011, 04:59:19 PM
    warning: that was expected as I saw it going on during the install...the setup of nero kwik removed the latest MS security update patch for c++2005 ... and replaces it with the same package
    That's ridiculous ::) KB2467175 ... and now Windows Update doesn't detect it anymore and wants to install it again...

    edit: I've re-installed the WinUpdate version (no idea what the difference is), and now nero kwik refuses to start...

    edit: works again after a reboot
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 20, 2011, 10:58:38 PM
    1 GB hard drive space for a typical installation of all components

    That ridiculous in my opinion. It also installs Silverlight which I've never seen a use for. I'll stick with Ashampoo that includes a Lightscribe enabled labeling utility.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 21, 2011, 12:59:51 AM
    1 GB hard drive space for a typical installation of all components

    That ridiculous in my opinion. It also installs Silverlight which I've never seen a use for. I'll stick with Ashampoo that includes a Lightscribe enabled labeling utility.
    I'm not forcing you to install it.  ;D   
    Once I've finished playing with it, I may come to the same conclusion.
    I also have Ashampoo's excellent product on my system.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 21, 2011, 03:01:33 AM
    Nero -1 in my computer... It's a bloatware that wants to do everything in the computer. From burning CD to washing my teeth :P
    I know the free is only for burning... But it's my prejudice against bloatwares... Sorry.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 21, 2011, 05:24:59 AM
    warning: that was expected as I saw it going on during the install...the setup of nero kwik removed the latest MS security update patch for c++2005 ... and replaces it with the same package
    That's ridiculous ::) KB2467175 ... and now Windows Update doesn't detect it anymore and wants to install it again...

    edit: I've re-installed the WinUpdate version (no idea what the difference is), and now nero kwik refuses to start...

    edit: works again after a reboot
    We are having a problem here with the same C++2005 update. It worked fine on my XP machine and even said it was uninstalling the older version as a part of updating. On the Vista machine, even though it says it was successfully applied, if you search for available updates, there it is wanting to be installed again. We have not touched Nero Kwik.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 21, 2011, 03:21:05 PM
    XP end of support is scheduled to 2014.
    It's far... But Microsoft starts to celebrate... Buy new versions :)
    http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=53a27766-0168-4617-b44e-74b2886cec6d
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 21, 2011, 03:37:53 PM
    XP end of support is scheduled to 2014.
    It's far... But Microsoft starts to celebrate... Buy new versions :)
    http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=53a27766-0168-4617-b44e-74b2886cec6d
    I see its only for Vista and Windows 7
    Quote
    System Requirements
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7;Windows Vista
    Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, any edition.

    I'll try it om my Windows 7 system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 21, 2011, 04:01:11 PM
    lol yeah that's ridiculous as XP has no support for Windows gadgets ;D ... meaning that only those running Vista and Seven can watch the disaster countdown ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 21, 2011, 04:02:50 PM
    and here we go ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 21, 2011, 04:04:54 PM
    this is still more ridiculous, when you expand the gadget you see that... while you already run Vista or Seven ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 21, 2011, 04:08:16 PM
    Buy new versions :)
    I did not even test it... Another marketing gadget. Worse: technically stupid to not check which version you're running...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 21, 2011, 04:10:36 PM
    I did not even test it... Another marketing gadget. Worse: technically stupid to not check which version you're running...

    Useless.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on April 21, 2011, 07:05:29 PM
    Welcome to the
    FUTURE OF FIREFOX

    http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/channel/

    Anyone here in the forum testing Firefox 5 alpha?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 21, 2011, 07:17:33 PM
    Welcome to the
    FUTURE OF FIREFOX

    http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/channel/

    Anyone here in the forum testing Firefox 5 alpha?

    see my sig ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 21, 2011, 07:17:38 PM
    Anyone here in the forum testing Firefox 5 alpha?

    Logos, afaik.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on April 21, 2011, 09:27:57 PM
    Welcome to the
    FUTURE OF FIREFOX

    http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/channel/

    Anyone here in the forum testing Firefox 5 alpha?

    see my sig ;)

    Thanks!  :)

    It's working fine? unstable?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 21, 2011, 10:31:53 PM
    Welcome to the
    FUTURE OF FIREFOX

    http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/channel/

    Anyone here in the forum testing Firefox 5 alpha?

    see my sig ;)

    Thanks!  :)

    It's working fine? unstable?

    it's working just as fine as 4.0 lol ;D ... as there's hardly any difference at the moment between the two, they haven't implemented anything new yet... new build comes in 5 weeks or so. Current aurora build just has the label ;)... it's just the start build. The development process of aurora will be closer to "dev" on Chrome than Chromium, Chromium (nightlies) being the equivalent of Minefield (minefield has actually been renamed now, forgot the new name, may be just noghtly, and it's the 6.0 branch).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 21, 2011, 11:53:56 PM
    Get a load of this application. It claims to be a security app for women. Why gender would make a difference is beyond me but maybe I'm missing something. Make sure to look at the screenshots. Is it just me or does the GUI look extremely similar to another app we all know of?

    http://www.chicalogic.com/chicapc-shield-free
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 22, 2011, 12:03:04 AM
    Get a load of this application. It claims to be a security app for women. Why gender would make a difference is beyond me but maybe I'm missing something. Make sure to look at the screenshots. Is it just me or does the GUI look extremely similar to another app we all know of?

    hxxp://www.chicalogic.com/chicapc-shield-free

    may be break the link in your post, some among the posters on the WOT page are saying it's a rogue
    http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/www.chicalogic.com
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 22, 2011, 12:04:59 AM
    Get a load of this application. It claims to be a security app for women. Why gender would make a difference is beyond me but maybe I'm missing something. Make sure to look at the screenshots. Is it just me or does the GUI look extremely similar to another app we all know of?

    hxxp://www.chicalogic.com/chicapc-shield-free
    Looks like a rip-off of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (MBAM)

    They won't be pleased.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 22, 2011, 12:15:17 AM
    It's definitely not a rogue and the resemblance to MBAM is understandable when you read the following posted by a moderator in the MBAM forums:

    "ChicaLogic is a partner with MBAM and an announcement is going to be made shortly in the coming day(s)."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 22, 2011, 12:28:09 AM
    It's definitely not a rogue and the resemblance to MBAM is understandable when you read the following posted by a moderator in the MBAM forums:

    "ChicaLogic is a partner with MBAM and an announcement is going to be made shortly in the coming day(s)."
    How about a MBAM forum reference ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 22, 2011, 12:30:25 AM
    http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=80728&st=0&p=411025&hl=chicalogic&fromsearch=1&#entry411025

    http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=78653&st=0&p=403467&#entry403467

    http://www.chicalogic.com/press/chicapc-shield-detects-and-destroys-malware-and-restores-pc-in-minutes
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: RZPogi on April 22, 2011, 11:01:25 AM
    Happy 20th Birthday Avast!

    http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-software-twenty-years-in-pursuit-of-malware (http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-software-twenty-years-in-pursuit-of-malware)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2011, 03:59:39 PM
    Happy 20th Birthday Avast!

    http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-software-twenty-years-in-pursuit-of-malware (http://www.avast.com/pr-avast-software-twenty-years-in-pursuit-of-malware)
    Happy Birthday Avast! You've come a long way Baby.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 22, 2011, 05:25:31 PM
    not sure I'm quite happy about that at all, Google pack includes immunet ::)
    http://pack.google.com/intl/en/learn_more_frameset.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 22, 2011, 05:41:27 PM
    Why ?

    It is meant to be compatible with other AVs.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2011, 07:03:47 PM
    Why ?

    It is meant to be compatible with other AVs.
    Since I had run this application without any problems in the past and because of Davids comment,
    I decided to re-install ImmunetProtect.
    After installation, I allowed it to do a check of the programs running in memory.
    Big mistake the first thing it did was kill avast!6 IS which was running on this system.
    Then it killed WWWFilesharePro which runs MySharedFiles.
    I thought that avast! was protected from an outright kill but apparently not.
    I also couldn't restore the avast! program from their quarantine files.

    It's a good thing that I had a fairly recent image to restore my system.
    My advice is to stay away from Immunet till it learns that avast1 isn't a virus.
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 22, 2011, 07:08:56 PM
    My advice is to stay away from Immunet till it learns that avast1 isn't a virus.
    Mine also. You earn nothing with Immunet imho.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on April 22, 2011, 07:17:17 PM
    Ashampoo warns of security breach

    "Software company Ashampoo has been forced to issue a warning to customers after one of its servers was hacked. While no financial or credit-card information was taken, Ashampoo is keen to stress this information was not held on this server, hackers are believed to have obtained names and email addresses."

    http://www.betanews.com/article/Ashampoo-warns-of-security-breach/1303479933


    I remember at one time there were people on these forums testing their products, so this is a heads up.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 22, 2011, 07:17:28 PM
    You earn nothing with Immunet imho.
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Raveen Kool on April 22, 2011, 07:17:57 PM
    Yeah, immunet is not very good.... And has tooooo many conflicts......Instead of immunet, MSE is good choice

    So why didn't Google include system utilities like ccleaner or iobit products....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 22, 2011, 07:18:58 PM
    So why didn't Google include system utilities like ccleaner or iobit products....
    Iobit? Are you crazy? Or joking?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 22, 2011, 07:32:08 PM
    Why ?

    It is meant to be compatible with other AVs.
    Since I had run this application without any problems in the past and because of Davids comment,
    I decided to re-install ImmunetProtect.

    After installation, I allowed it to do a check of the programs running in memory.

    Big mistake the first thing it did was kill avast!6 IS which was running on this system.
    <snip>
    It's a good thing that I had a fairly recent image to restore my system.
    My advice is to stay away from Immunet till it learns that avast1 isn't a virus.


    Thanks Bob, so much for their claim of compatibility.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2011, 07:37:57 PM
    Why ?

    It is meant to be compatible with other AVs.
    Since I had run this application without any problems in the past and because of Davids comment,
    I decided to re-install ImmunetProtect.

    After installation, I allowed it to do a check of the programs running in memory.

    Big mistake the first thing it did was kill avast!6 IS which was running on this system.
    <snip>
    It's a good thing that I had a fairly recent image to restore my system.
    My advice is to stay away from Immunet till it learns that avast1 isn't a virus.


    Thanks Bob, so much for their claim of compatibility.
    I'd still like to know how they where able to kill avast so easily.  :'( :'(
    Why didn't the self defense mode kick in and give me a heads up ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on April 22, 2011, 07:38:49 PM
    Instead of immunet, MSE is good choice


    MSE shouldn't be used with avast either, 2 av's is a no no.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 22, 2011, 07:39:38 PM
    Ashampoo warns of security breach

    Bob posted this some days ago, but thanks anyway.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 22, 2011, 07:47:56 PM
    <snip>
    I'd still like to know how they where able to kill avast so easily.  :'( :'(
    Why didn't the self defense mode kick in and give me a heads up ???

    Well as someone mentioned, essexboy I think, given Microsoft's OS knowledge it should be able to repair system issues, etc. Perhaps that same knowledge might well mean being able to load a kernel level driver, in which case it can pretty much do what it wants.

    Unfortunately we know nothing about its workings and I rather doubt that it is going to divulge how it works.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2011, 08:12:48 PM
    Quote
    Well as someone mentioned, essexboy I think, given Microsoft's OS knowledge it should be able to repair system issues, etc.
    This had nothing to do with Microsoft. It was Immunet Protect that killed avast! and simply bypassed the self defense shield.  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Raveen Kool on April 22, 2011, 08:14:05 PM
    Quote
    So why didn't Google include system utilities like ccleaner or iobit products....
    Iobit? Are you crazy? Or joking?

    Ok atleast ccleaner....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 22, 2011, 08:16:52 PM
    ...and simply bypassed the self defense shield.  :o

    Maybe it's better to open a thread in the ECC for that.
    I'm also interested in an answer, but it could easily get lost here.
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2011, 08:21:31 PM
    Done!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 22, 2011, 08:28:34 PM
    Quote
    Well as someone mentioned, essexboy I think, given Microsoft's OS knowledge it should be able to repair system issues, etc.
    This had nothing to do with Microsoft. It was Immunet Protect that killed avast! and simply bypassed the self defense shield.  :o

    Ooops, thinking of two entirely different things and topics ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 22, 2011, 08:39:54 PM
    Done!

    Thanks Bob..! :)
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 25, 2011, 03:32:25 PM
    How to Add “Disk Cleanup” Option in Drive Context Menu in Windows XP, Vista and 7 (http://www.askvg.com/how-to-add-disk-cleanup-option-in-drive-context-menu-in-windows-xp-vista-and-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on April 25, 2011, 04:59:14 PM
    How to Add “Disk Cleanup” Option in Drive Context Menu in Windows XP, Vista and 7 (http://www.askvg.com/how-to-add-disk-cleanup-option-in-drive-context-menu-in-windows-xp-vista-and-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29).

    Just thought you might like to know that Defraggler does this by default now with the latest version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 25, 2011, 08:16:05 PM
    Tool Tip: network activity as a status icon

    (http://www.windowsblog.at/image.axd?picture=image_741.png)

    (http://www.windowsblog.at/image.axd?picture=image_742.png)

    The Windows 7 network tray icon shows the state, but not if data is being transferred - as was the case with XP.

    Using a small tool can obtain the information on Windows 7 to get back. If you move your mouse over the icon in the tool tip, the current values ​​displayed.

    http://laushung.deviantart.com/art/Network-Activity-Indicator-205863269 (http://laushung.deviantart.com/art/Network-Activity-Indicator-205863269)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 25, 2011, 08:42:29 PM
    Tool Tip: network activity as a status icon

    The Windows 7 network tray icon shows the state, but not if data is being transferred - as was the case with XP.

    Using a small tool can obtain the information on Windows 7 to get back. If you move your mouse over the icon in the tool tip, the current values ​​displayed.

    http://laushung.deviantart.com/art/Network-Activity-Indicator-205863269 (http://laushung.deviantart.com/art/Network-Activity-Indicator-205863269)
    I prefer Network Activity Indicator for Windows 7 as it provides much more information and quick access to many more functions:
    http://www.itsamples.com/network-activity-indicator.html  
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 25, 2011, 08:49:39 PM
    I prefer Network Activity Indicator for Windows 7 as it provides much more information and quick access to many more functions
    Personally I use Network Traffic Gadget and that's all what I need for watching network activity.
    For other network controls we have our own tools. But your suggestion is good too. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 25, 2011, 09:04:52 PM
    Another tool to look at:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg615829#msg615829 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg615829#msg615829)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 25, 2011, 09:21:05 PM
    Network meter here ;)
    http://addgadget.com/
    (http://addgadget.com/image/Wireless_Network_Meter_V6.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 25, 2011, 09:28:54 PM
    Network meter here ;)

    That's a good one..!
    Have it running on several machines.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 25, 2011, 09:32:29 PM
    Network meter here ;)
    http://addgadget.com/
    it does not work for me, I don't know why, none of the gadget from that web site ever worked for me (CPU, ram, network, disk etc..)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 25, 2011, 09:46:16 PM
    Network meter here ;)
    http://addgadget.com/
    Works great.  8)
    The gadgets from AddGadget.com work well on my Windows 7 system and I like All CPU Meter.
    http://addgadget.com/all_cpu_meter
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2011, 06:20:50 PM
    (http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2011/115/e/1/control_panel_by_chekogb-d3ewrqu.png)

    Sidebar gadget for Windows Vista and 7 (http://www.askvg.com/download-control-panel-sidebar-gadget-for-windows-vista-and-7/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29) users which contains many useful system utilities in a single place.


    Thanks to (http://media.askvg.com/images/banner.png) for this information.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 27, 2011, 04:15:22 PM
    Add Context Menu Option to Extract / Unpack Files from MSI (Microsoft Installer) Package (http://www.askvg.com/add-context-menu-option-to-extract-unpack-files-from-msi-microsoft-installer-package/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on April 27, 2011, 06:14:52 PM
    Chrome 11 Stable released:

    Quote
    The Google Chrome team is happy to announce the arrival of Chrome 11.0.696.57 to the Stable Channel for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome Frame.  Chrome 11 contains some really great improvements including speech input through HTML.

    http://googlechromereleases.blogspot.com/

    EDIT:
    Sorry, should have placed in the UPDATES thread.  Won't repost it though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 27, 2011, 11:27:26 PM
    Add Context Menu Option to Extract / Unpack Files from MSI (Microsoft Installer) Package (http://www.askvg.com/add-context-menu-option-to-extract-unpack-files-from-msi-microsoft-installer-package/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    This is interesting and it does work but, .msi files can also be extracted by 7-zip and other compression utilities.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 27, 2011, 11:40:49 PM
    This is interesting and it does work but, .msi files can also be extracted by 7-zip and other compression utilities.
    Precisely :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 28, 2011, 08:02:30 AM
    Avast Pro enters Germany's techchannel.de top-ten-list of most popular AV programs as a newcomer on rank 4 and tops Avira.  ;D

    Die beliebteste Anti-Malware (http://www.tecchannel.de/sicherheit/spam/2030721/die_beliebteste_anti_malware_top_10/?qle=rssfeed_)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 10:08:53 AM
    Avast Pro enters Germany's techchannel.de top-ten-list of most popular AV programs as a newcomer on rank 4 and tops Avira.  ;D

    Die beliebteste Anti-Malware (http://www.tecchannel.de/sicherheit/spam/2030721/die_beliebteste_anti_malware_top_10/?qle=rssfeed_)

    Avast tops Avira in Germany ??? 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 28, 2011, 10:11:57 AM
    Avast Pro enters Germany's techchannel.de top-ten-list of most popular AV programs as a newcomer on rank 4 and tops Avira.  ;D

    Die beliebteste Anti-Malware (http://www.tecchannel.de/sicherheit/spam/2030721/die_beliebteste_anti_malware_top_10/?qle=rssfeed_)

    Avast tops Avira in Germany ??? 8)

    That's why I posted it... I was astonished too.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2011, 11:37:56 AM
    Avast Pro enters Germany's techchannel.de top-ten-list of most popular AV programs as a newcomer on rank 4 and tops Avira.  ;D

    Die beliebteste Anti-Malware (http://www.tecchannel.de/sicherheit/spam/2030721/die_beliebteste_anti_malware_top_10/?qle=rssfeed_)
    I cannot believe  ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on April 28, 2011, 11:43:03 AM
    Avast Pro enters Germany's techchannel.de top-ten-list of most popular AV programs as a newcomer on rank 4 and tops Avira.  ;D

    Die beliebteste Anti-Malware (http://www.tecchannel.de/sicherheit/spam/2030721/die_beliebteste_anti_malware_top_10/?qle=rssfeed_)
    I cannot believe  ???

    Omid Farhang it time to get rid of you're crappy Avira and come and join the power of Avast over Avira ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 11:48:12 AM
    Avast Pro enters Germany's techchannel.de top-ten-list of most popular AV programs as a newcomer on rank 4 and tops Avira.  ;D

    Die beliebteste Anti-Malware (http://www.tecchannel.de/sicherheit/spam/2030721/die_beliebteste_anti_malware_top_10/?qle=rssfeed_)
    I cannot believe  ???

    yeah was about time ;D ... you don't trust an AV just because it's being developed in your country, but because it's good...this should explain the switch :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 28, 2011, 11:58:04 AM
    Guys, keep in mind it's just one top-ten-list of many, many more and based on the download numbers via this portal only...

    But it is anyway impressive, also the fact that Avira is only #8 on the list.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 12:02:08 PM
    Guys, keep in mind it's just one top-ten-list of many, many more and based on the download numbers via this portal only...

    But it is anyway impressive, also the fact that Avira is only #8 on the list.

    yeah I was just being provocative ;) ... I never take such charts very seriously anyway.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on April 28, 2011, 12:04:04 PM
    www.malwarebytes.org
    New theme,it's awesome! ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2011, 12:17:32 PM
    yeah I was just being provocative ;) ... I never take such charts very seriously anyway.
    Agree!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 28, 2011, 12:40:13 PM
    yeah I was just being provocative ;) ... I never take such charts very seriously anyway.
    Agree!

    I don't take it too serious either, however it is a hint since Avast has never been in this top-ten before.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 12:42:02 PM
    www.malwarebytes.org
    New theme,it's awesome! ;D

    lol ;D I'd rather see them take care of their program GUI theme instead, badly needed ;)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2011, 12:55:15 PM
    I don't take it too serious either, however it is a hint since Avast has never been in this top-ten before.
    Well, no matter if I'm an Avira fan or any other kind of related to Avira or not, I always wish all security software become best with max protection rate and we see a world free of malware :) , I never wants to see famous antivirus-es become weak to my favorite AV get better rank.

    lol ;D I'd rather see them take care of their program GUI theme instead, badly needed ;)
    +1, and solve the UAC problem for every on-demand scan!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2011, 01:11:07 PM
    Omid Farhang it time to get rid of you're crappy Avira and come and join the power of Avast over Avira ;D
    I will not get rid of most downloaded Software ever :P http://www.chip.de/Downloads-Download-Charts-Top-100-aller-Zeiten_32417798.html (http://www.chip.de/Downloads-Download-Charts-Top-100-aller-Zeiten_32417798.html)

    End of off-topic by me!  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 01:23:46 PM
    heard Avast just acquired Avira, but I can't say more... nda ;D ... anyway it's just a matter of changing the last three letters after the merge 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 28, 2011, 01:28:44 PM
    heard Avast just acquired Avira, but I can't say more... nda ;D
    The first news I've heard today. Is it real? :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 01:31:00 PM
    heard Avast just acquired Avira, but I can't say more... nda ;D
    The first news I've heard today. Is it real? :)

    yes Tech... and the forums will be merged too... tomorrow I think :-X
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 28, 2011, 01:36:06 PM
    yes Tech... and the forums will be merged too... tomorrow I think :-X
    Is Di...man there? ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on April 28, 2011, 02:20:23 PM
    yes Tech... and the forums will be merged too... tomorrow I think :-X
    Is Di...man there? ;D
    Don't say his name :o :-X!.Like harry potter no one would dare to say "Voldemort" ;D
    I hope no.

    @Logos
    About malwarebytes GUI theme.
    I don't agree,i think it's cool  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on April 28, 2011, 02:41:55 PM
    yes Tech... and the forums will be merged too... tomorrow I think :-X
    Is Di...man there? ;D
    Don't say his name :o :-X!.Like harry potter no one would dare to say "Voldemort" ;D
    I hope no.

    @Logos
    About malwarebytes GUI theme.
    I don't agree,i think it's cool  ;)

    OT: I am "Lord Voldemort" for giving poor Sylvester a hard time ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2011, 03:35:41 PM
    heard Avast just acquired Avira, but I can't say more... nda ;D ... anyway it's just a matter of changing the last three letters after the merge 8)
    Can we get back on topic in this thread and please stop the "bull"
    Thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 28, 2011, 03:43:46 PM
    heard Avast just acquired Avira, but I can't say more... nda ;D ... anyway it's just a matter of changing the last three letters after the merge 8)
    Can we get back on topic in this thread and please stop the "bull"
    Thanks

    thought that was on topic "Interesting Software and System News" ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on April 28, 2011, 04:29:07 PM
    thought that was on topic "Interesting Software and System News" ???
    "Interesting Software and System News" or "Interesting Software and System False-News" ?  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2011, 06:20:38 PM
    heard Avast just acquired Avira, but I can't say more... nda ;D ... anyway it's just a matter of changing the last three letters after the merge 8)
    Can we get back on topic in this thread and please stop the "bull"
    Thanks

    thought that was on topic "Interesting Software and System News" ???

    It would be if you had posted the link to back up the information.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2011, 11:42:47 PM
    Ultimate Collection of Best “about:config” Tweaks for Mozilla Firefox 4.0 (http://www.askvg.com/ultimate-collection-of-best-aboutconfig-tweaks-for-mozilla-firefox-4-0/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on April 29, 2011, 01:48:26 AM
    I don't know if this has been posted before or not. Just wanted to post this regarding flash player. When you delete your temporary internet files the flash player history is not deleted. ccleaner does not remove this history. I'm not sure how many people are actually aware of it. I don't care for this at all.

    Please see Adobe Flash Player Settings Manager here. http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager07.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 29, 2011, 06:54:01 AM
    I don't know if this has been posted before or not. Just wanted to post this regarding flash player. When you delete your temporary internet files the flash player history is not deleted. ccleaner does not remove this history. I'm not sure how many people are actually aware of it. I don't care for this at all.

    Please see Adobe Flash Player Settings Manager here. http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager07.html
    CCleaner removes things related to the Flash Player. Are these things you mention different?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on April 29, 2011, 01:49:06 PM
    CCleaner removes things related to the Flash Player. Are these things you mention different?

    Even with adobe flash player selected in ccleaner these "cookies" seem to still remain. I run ccleaner before creating an image. I restored an image and the flash cookies were still there. It should have been clean.

    Here is an article on these "flash cookies".
    http://blog.itsecurityexpert.co.uk/2007/12/hidden-flash-cookies.html
    and
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Shared_Object

    You could also google "how to delete flash player history" or "flash cookies". There are a bunch of articles on this.

    Go here http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager07.html to see what websites are being stored by flashplayer on your computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on April 29, 2011, 02:49:45 PM
    Go here http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager07.html to see what websites are being stored by flashplayer on your computer.
    CCleaner does delete Flash Player cookies.

    I can't see the The Settings Manager panel on Windows 7 though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on April 29, 2011, 02:58:38 PM
    It's supposed to but it doesn't seem to. At least on my machine it isn't removing these. I have the latest version of ccleaner. In adobe management console I set it to zero disk space under global settings and unticked allow third party flash content to store data and haven't seen a flash cookie lately.

    http://www.piriform.com/docs/ccleaner/ccleaner-settings/cleaning-flash-cookies
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on April 29, 2011, 03:12:43 PM
    true CCleaner doesn't always clean the macromedia folder properly...(when flash player is checked) so if you got a problem with that, just add the folder to the custom section ("include") in CCleaner, and fyi Charyb, Adobe doesn't store its history/cookies in temporary internet files, but as said in the macromedia folder located in your Windows user profile.

    C:\Users\yourusername\AppData\Roaming\Macromedia
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 29, 2011, 03:53:25 PM
    Even with adobe flash player selected in ccleaner these "cookies" seem to still remain.

    For all FF users: Use BetterPrivacy. ;)
    Get rid of LSO cookies and DOM storage.
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 29, 2011, 10:14:25 PM
    Now this is what I call a chart-breaker:

    Before clicking: guess the first three places.  ;D

    Chip.de User Rating Chart (http://www.chip.de/Downloads-Download-Charts-Top-100-aller-Zeiten-nach-Leserwertung_32637501.html?xbl_category=39008)


    [EDIT] ...see screenshot for 37th place.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 29, 2011, 10:18:20 PM
    Now this is, what I call a chart-breaker:

    Wow. ;D 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 29, 2011, 10:51:57 PM
    I like #8. It's probably there to remove Avira so they can install avast!6.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on April 29, 2011, 10:54:43 PM
    I like #8. It's probably there to remove Avira so they can install avast!6.  ;D

    Ha ha ha... I got caught on the wrong foot at first as well. It's a tool for virus removal, not for removal of Avira. The name is a bit misleading.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 29, 2011, 11:49:17 PM
    Those are not ranked in order of most downloads, but by the approval rating.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 01, 2011, 01:52:17 PM
    Chrome Near 12%, IE And Firefox Decline

    http://www.conceivablytech.com/7114/business/chrome-near-12-ie-and-firefox-decline
    http://marketshare.hitslink.com/browser-market-share.aspx?qprid=0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on May 01, 2011, 06:36:25 PM
    Those are not ranked in order of most downloads, but by the approval rating.

    Right. Thats what I stated in the initial post:

    Chip.de User Rating Chart (http://www.chip.de/Downloads-Download-Charts-Top-100-aller-Zeiten-nach-Leserwertung_32637501.html?xbl_category=39008)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on May 01, 2011, 10:02:26 PM
    Google Celebrates First World's Fair With Animated Doodle
    By Nicholas Jackson
    http://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2011/05/google-celebrates-first-worlds-fair-with-animated-doodle/238102
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 01, 2011, 11:13:05 PM
    Chrome Near 12%, IE And Firefox Decline

    http://www.conceivablytech.com/7114/business/chrome-near-12-ie-and-firefox-decline
    http://marketshare.hitslink.com/browser-market-share.aspx?qprid=0

    I am trying out the latest Chrome and I have to say I like it a lot more than the earlier versions. I just wish there was a button for the bookmarks instead of having to show the whole bar.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 01, 2011, 11:29:34 PM
    Chrome Near 12%, IE And Firefox Decline

    http://www.conceivablytech.com/7114/business/chrome-near-12-ie-and-firefox-decline
    http://marketshare.hitslink.com/browser-market-share.aspx?qprid=0

    I am trying out the latest Chrome and I have to say I like it a lot more than the earlier versions. I just wish there was a button for the bookmarks instead of having to show the whole bar.

    there is a button for the bookmarks (those not in the bookmark bar)... it's called "other bookmarks", appears like a folder but that's a button. Meaning that you can leave the bookmark toolbar empty if you don't like it, and even go to tools and uncheck "always show bookmark bar", or hit ctr+shift+B ... wonderful no? ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 02, 2011, 12:00:10 AM
    Chrome Near 12%, IE And Firefox Decline

    http://www.conceivablytech.com/7114/business/chrome-near-12-ie-and-firefox-decline
    http://marketshare.hitslink.com/browser-market-share.aspx?qprid=0

    I am trying out the latest Chrome and I have to say I like it a lot more than the earlier versions. I just wish there was a button for the bookmarks instead of having to show the whole bar.

    there is a button for the bookmarks (those not in the bookmark bar)... it's called "other bookmarks", appears like a folder but that's a button. Meaning that you can leave the bookmark toolbar empty if you don't like it, and even go to tools and uncheck "always show bookmark bar", or hit ctr+shift+B ... wonderful no? ;D
    No, it's not. You still have to show the bookmarks bar to see that folder icon. I found an extension that puts a star icon to the right of the address bar and lets me access the bookmarks without ever using the bar.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 02, 2011, 12:07:26 AM
    No, it's not. You still have to show the bookmarks bar to see that folder icon.

    sorry you're right ;)... I always got the bookmark bar displayed and I forgot about that. This also explains why the "other bookmarks" is shown as a folder and not a button, it's part of the toolbar content.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 03, 2011, 03:38:23 AM
    Suddenly, LinkedIn Is A Traffic Firehose (http://www.businessinsider.com/chart-of-the-day-referrals-by-linkedin-2011-5)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 03, 2011, 04:55:23 PM
    Maybe people are getting tired of facebook and need a change?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on May 03, 2011, 07:06:18 PM
    Maybe people are getting tired of facebook and need a change?
    How to compare/relate LinkedIn and facebook?!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 03, 2011, 07:19:55 PM
    Well, they aren't the same, but they're both social networking sites.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on May 10, 2011, 11:17:28 AM
    Microsoft close to $8.5 billion deal for Skype (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42967056/ns/business-us_business)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 10, 2011, 03:11:47 PM
    Microsoft close to $8.5 billion deal for Skype (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42967056/ns/business-us_business)

    Done deal.

    http://www.microsoft.com/Presspass/press/2011/may11/05-10CorpNewsPR.mspx

    In other news... Man shoots PS3 with Desert Eagle (Audio NSFW): http://www.tomsguide.com/us/desert-eagle-gun-shoots-ps3,news-11113.html  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 11, 2011, 06:57:07 PM
    no idea if that's really interesting...
    BitBox: The Most Secure Firefox 4 Package?
    http://www.conceivablytech.com/7318/products/bitbox-the-most-secure-firefox-4-package

    download it here (if you want to...):
    http://www.sirrix.com/content/pages/57064.htm

    Quote
    A German security company released a version of Firefox 4 that runs independent of the operating system on a client PC and automatically contains malware that may be downloaded via Firefox.

    Quote
    The browser version, originally developed upon request by the German government, is quite possibly the most secure browser you can use today. The software called BitBox (Browser-in-the-box) Virtualbox 4.04 comes as a self-contained package with a stripped version of Debian 6 Linux and runs within a virtual machine environment. The browser itself is isolated from the actual host computer, which does not have access to websites when the Sirrix browser is used.

    ps: web site fonts are terrible ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 11, 2011, 07:42:04 PM
    Interesting concept, but I'm not so sure I want to be that isolated from the system.

    On my win7 system, which can't run DropMyRights, I have been using sandboxie for added browsing protection and even that can be a bit of a pain when downloading stuff as it saves it in the sandboxie downloads, so it has to be copied out of there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on May 11, 2011, 07:58:11 PM
    ... yeah I won't try it either tbh, thought just that the news was interesting, sounds like that's a Linux VM with just Firefox from what I read, and I don't need that either.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 11, 2011, 11:18:26 PM
    ... yeah I won't try it either tbh, thought just that the news was interesting, sounds like that's a Linux VM with just Firefox from what I read, and I don't need that either.
    It isn't even available for download :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: FreewheelinFrank on May 11, 2011, 11:26:09 PM
    ... yeah I won't try it either tbh, thought just that the news was interesting, sounds like that's a Linux VM with just Firefox from what I read, and I don't need that either.
    It isn't even available for download :'(

    Alternatively, just run Firefox on Debian, and permanently "browse websites without concerns that your PC will be infected and ignore “usual advice” how to avoid malware on the web".

     ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 12, 2011, 12:53:46 AM
    ... yeah I won't try it either tbh, thought just that the news was interesting, sounds like that's a Linux VM with just Firefox from what I read, and I don't need that either.
    It isn't even available for download :'(
    I got it to download but it's over a gig in size for the zip file.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 12, 2011, 02:51:11 AM
    I got it to download
    Where?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 12, 2011, 03:25:39 AM
    I got it to download
    Where?
    From the link that was given in the original post. I couldn't get it to install though. The installer was in German so I couldn't decipher what was going on except to see at the end that it failed to complete and would remove itself. It did install the VM ware but I uninstalled that and now I'm back to normal. Even the pdf manuals are in German so no help there either.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 12, 2011, 03:39:54 AM
    Too much amateur for me... I gave up.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on May 12, 2011, 04:46:34 AM


    IE9 Is Superior to Firefox and Chrome in Protecting User Privacy (http://news.softpedia.com/news/IE9-Is-Superior-to-Firefox-and-Chrome-in-Protecting-User-Privacy-199047.shtml)  :-X
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on May 12, 2011, 06:37:09 PM
    Google to rebuild Chrome from NaCl

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20062115-264.html (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20062115-264.html)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on May 12, 2011, 06:42:40 PM
    BSA(Business Software Alliance) study claims 42% of the worlds software is pirated.

    http://portal.bsa.org/globalpiracy2010/index.html (http://portal.bsa.org/globalpiracy2010/index.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 12, 2011, 07:08:25 PM
    (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/80/Angry_Birds_promo_cover.png)
    Install Angry Birds in Google Chrome (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/aknpkdffaafgjchaibgeefbgmgeghloj)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on May 12, 2011, 09:24:34 PM
    Keeping You Safe from Scams and Spam

    Facebook is committed to bringing you a safe experience on the Internet, and today we are announcing several new features to help protect you while online.

    Partnership with Web of Trust, Clickjacking protection, Self-XSS Protection, Login Approvals...

    https://www.facebook.com/notes/facebook-security/keeping-you-safe-from-scams-and-spam/10150174826745766 (https://www.facebook.com/notes/facebook-security/keeping-you-safe-from-scams-and-spam/10150174826745766)

    (https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/230505_10150168395261886_31987371885_7055199_5262091_n.jpg)

    (https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/227709_10150167907171886_31987371885_7051357_7892004_n.jpg)

    (https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/225394_10150167907271886_31987371885_7051359_3645066_n.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on May 12, 2011, 11:27:23 PM
    http://www.security-projects.com/?Patriot_NG (http://www.security-projects.com/?Patriot_NG)
    Anyone know anything about this?


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 12, 2011, 11:40:28 PM
    http://www.security-projects.com/?Patriot_NG (http://www.security-projects.com/?Patriot_NG)
    Anyone know anything about this?



    http://cleanbytes.net/patriot-ng-a-new-security-tool (http://cleanbytes.net/patriot-ng-a-new-security-tool)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 14, 2011, 05:11:06 AM
    (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/80/Angry_Birds_promo_cover.png)
    Install Angry Birds in Google Chrome (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/aknpkdffaafgjchaibgeefbgmgeghloj)

    No need to install if you don't want, just visit http://chrome.angrybirds.com/ with just about any new browser.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on May 15, 2011, 11:57:33 PM
    Windows 8 Form Factors from Microsoft, and Next Gen Subscription-based PCs (http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-8-Form-Factors-from-Microsoft-and-Next-Gen-Subscription-based-PCs-200455.shtml)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 16, 2011, 01:35:52 AM
    (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/8/80/Angry_Birds_promo_cover.png)
    Install Angry Birds in Google Chrome (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/aknpkdffaafgjchaibgeefbgmgeghloj)
    'Tis a silly thing------- and addictive  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on May 16, 2011, 12:10:37 PM
    G-Data releases free FakeAV removal tool:
    G-DATA Fake AV Remover (http://www.gdatasoftware.com/information/press-centre/news/news-details/article/2125-g-data-cleans-fake-antivirus-s.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 16, 2011, 12:13:33 PM
    G-Data releases free FakeAV removal tool:
    G-DATA Fake AV Remover (http://www.gdatasoftware.com/information/press-centre/news/news-details/article/2125-g-data-cleans-fake-antivirus-s.html)

    Thanks for the interesting info, Tex. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Zyndstoff (aka Steven Gail) on May 16, 2011, 12:15:18 PM
    G-Data releases free FakeAV removal tool:
    G-DATA Fake AV Remover (http://www.gdatasoftware.com/information/press-centre/news/news-details/article/2125-g-data-cleans-fake-antivirus-s.html)

    Thanks for the interesting info, Tex. :)


    My pleasure, Asyn.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 16, 2011, 03:15:42 PM
    G-Data releases free FakeAV removal tool:
    G-DATA Fake AV Remover (http://www.gdatasoftware.com/information/press-centre/news/news-details/article/2125-g-data-cleans-fake-antivirus-s.html)
    More information and the download link can be found at:
    http://blog.gdatasoftware.com/blog/article/fakeav-scams-do-not-stop.html (http://blog.gdatasoftware.com/blog/article/fakeav-scams-do-not-stop.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 16, 2011, 03:18:54 PM
    I'm really disappointed on G-Data policy of scarewaring users and pushing their products. Videos in the official website do the same.
    In this particular case, although it's a good tool, it is just for none fake AV, not to the most of them.
    They're always hyping. That makes me upset with them.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on May 16, 2011, 04:43:23 PM
    I'm really disappointed on G-Data policy of scarewaring users and pushing their products. Videos in the official website do the same.
    In this particular case, although it's a good tool, it is just for none fake AV, not to the most of them.
    They're always hyping. That makes me upset with them.

    In my opinion,the best tool for removing Fake Av is MBAM.Correct me if I am wrong. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 16, 2011, 05:18:45 PM
    In my opinion,the best tool for removing Fake Av is MBAM.Correct me if I am wrong. :)
    It's not bad. But, after all, it's not an specialized tool for that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 16, 2011, 05:41:16 PM
    Well when you consider what MBAM was originally called, RogueRemover, it was pretty much a Specialist/leader in that field. I don't believe that has changed that much, it is still one of the best.

    We can only see how the GData FakeAV remover matures.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 17, 2011, 08:38:43 AM
    Firefox 3.5 EOL
    https://wiki.mozilla.org/Releases/3.5_EOL
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 18, 2011, 02:43:28 AM
    Well when you consider what MBAM was originally called, RogueRemover, it was pretty much a Specialist/leader in that field. I don't believe that has changed that much, it is still one of the best.
    Good memory you have :)

    We can only see how the GData FakeAV remover matures.
    I'm not self confident on GData policies...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on May 18, 2011, 06:12:07 AM
    Run a Linux machine....with your browser, using Javascript

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20063563-264.html (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20063563-264.html)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 18, 2011, 02:33:43 PM
    Run a Linux machine....with your browser, using Javascript

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20063563-264.html (http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-20063563-264.html)


    I prefer the cr-48 from Google.  :)
    (http://www.pclaunches.com/entry_images/1210/08/google_cr-48-chrome-notebook.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 18, 2011, 04:05:59 PM
    Google Chromebook Shows How to Shake Up the Laptop and Netbook Portable PC Industry (http://www.lockergnome.com/news/2011/05/17/google-chromebook-laptop/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on May 19, 2011, 10:10:48 AM
    Google Chromebook Shows How to Shake Up the Laptop and Netbook Portable PC Industry (http://www.lockergnome.com/news/2011/05/17/google-chromebook-laptop/)

    Great.Avast! will come out with an antivirus for Google Chromebook.Do you think so?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on May 19, 2011, 06:43:50 PM
    Google Chromebook Shows How to Shake Up the Laptop and Netbook Portable PC Industry (http://www.lockergnome.com/news/2011/05/17/google-chromebook-laptop/)

    Great.Avast! will come out with an antivirus for Google Chromebook.Do you think so?

    Since you can't really "install" programs on a Chromebook, I don't know how Avast would be able to do so.  They'd have to create a plugin or extension for chrome (everything runs within the "browser" in Chrome OS).  I guess with the "cloud" as they call it, you'd really have to ask Google or the "cloud" provider to install some security products on their servers, since all of the data resides with them anyway.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 21, 2011, 10:09:22 PM
    Windows 8 Preview: 23 Potential Features You Should Know About
    http://lifehacker.com/5803954/windows-8-preview-23-potential-features-you-should-know-about

    Seems MS is really improving the OS features.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 21, 2011, 10:27:46 PM
    New Windows 8 SmartScreen Download Filter

    Internet Explorer 9 includes a reputation-based phishing filter called SmartScreen, which checks files, links, and sites against a reputation database before loading them in the browser. Early Windows 8 builds appear to be pulling this feature deeper into the operating system to give users the ability to check files against SmartScreen before allowing them to launch. These options have been spotted under the View tab in the Folder menu as user-selectable features. We have little doubt that they'll make it to the retail product.

    Probability: 90%

    http://lifehacker.com/5803954/windows-8-preview-23-potential-features-you-should-know-about
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 21, 2011, 10:41:58 PM
    The SmartScreen filter has been present since IE7. They may be improving it but it's not new.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 21, 2011, 11:06:07 PM
    The SmartScreen filter has been present since IE7. They may be improving it but it's not new.
    For downloaded files, on demand, yes.
    For all files in the computer and on access testing, it's completely new.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: disPlay on May 22, 2011, 01:35:29 AM
    The SmartScreen filter has been present since IE7. They may be improving it but it's not new.
    For downloaded files, on demand, yes.
    For all files in the computer and on access testing, it's completely new.

    If it will be well implemented, I'm Sure it will help allot of people
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on May 23, 2011, 09:51:04 PM

    Windows 8 Could Make Its Public Debut Next Week (http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-8-will-make-its-public-debut-next-week-2011-5)

    Quote
    Based on past Windows release cycles, the mainline version of Windows 8 probably won't ship until late 2012 at the earliest. But some reports, including a leaked roadmap from Dell, have suggested that Microsoft is trying ot ship the tablet version earlier -- perhaps as soon as this year.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 28, 2011, 04:14:33 AM
    The iPad Is Affecting Consumer PC Sales
    Microsoft's consumer PC sales growth has pretty much never declined. Not even when Microsoft released Vista. Not even when the economy went in the toilet.

    But suddenly, the growth of sales is about to go negative, says Citi analyst Walter Pritchard. Take a look at the chart below, and consider what changed in the last year.


    http://www.businessinsider.com/chart-of-the-day-consumer-pc-growth-2011-5?utm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SafeSurf on June 01, 2011, 07:18:20 AM

    HP Issues Annual Exploding Laptop Battery Recall:
    http://www.channelregister.co.uk/2011/05/31/hp_laptop_battery_recall/ (http://www.channelregister.co.uk/2011/05/31/hp_laptop_battery_recall/)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 02, 2011, 01:48:22 PM
    Google Is Much More Important Than Facebook For Purchasing Decisions
    http://e.businessinsider.com/public/201613
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on June 02, 2011, 02:05:10 PM
    Google Is Much More Important Than Facebook For Purchasing Decisions
    http://e.businessinsider.com/public/201613
    I think it was quite obvious,wasn't it?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2011, 04:33:57 PM
    Microsoft Shows Windows 8 Preview:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p92QfWOw88I&feature=player_embedded (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p92QfWOw88I&feature=player_embedded)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 02, 2011, 11:20:29 PM
    Microsoft Shows Windows 8 Preview:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p92QfWOw88I&feature=player_embedded (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p92QfWOw88I&feature=player_embedded)
    I hate that Start screen and I'd really rather not have fingerprints all over my screen so I'll stick with a mouse and keyboard
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 03, 2011, 12:15:15 AM
    I really do thing it will be a very long time before I will be using a touch screen, that demo for me was just bells and whistles. Any typing in a desktop Monitor would be an absolute nightmare, real RSI material with your arms outstretched and wrists at 90 degrees.

    I can see the benefit on laptop or tablets, but not on a desktop monitor.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on June 05, 2011, 05:21:26 AM

    What is a Windows 8 PC? (http://news.cnet.com/8301-13924_3-20068993-64/what-is-a-windows-8-pc/?tag=cnetRiver)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on June 05, 2011, 10:15:10 AM
    Windows 8 Rumors Microsoft Doesn't Want You To Know About



     http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-8-2011-5#ixzz1OO59xeCX (http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-8-2011-5#ixzz1OO59xeCX)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: yongsua on June 05, 2011, 10:32:16 AM
    Here Are 10 Amazing Windows 8 Rumors That Make Apple Nervous

    http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-8-rumors-2011-4#online-ids-will-let-you-sync-your-settings-to-any-computer-[/url]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on June 05, 2011, 09:44:06 PM
    Sunbelt Presonal  Firewall is no more.I kind of liked it on xp.

    http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/Home-Home-Office/Sunbelt-Personal-Firewall/ (http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/Home-Home-Office/Sunbelt-Personal-Firewall/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 07, 2011, 09:59:03 AM
    CCleaner for Mac (Beta)
    http://www.piriform.com/blog/2011/6/2/ccleaner-for-mac-released
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on June 10, 2011, 03:00:51 PM
    Open any file......

    http://www.freeopener.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on June 13, 2011, 08:35:25 PM
    Microsoft Security Essentials is Most Used AV Protection in North America

    "Microsoft notes that the free security software has been downloaded 30 million times so far."

    http://www.dailytech.com/Microsoft+Security+Essentials+is+Most+Used+AV+Protection+in+North+America/article21879.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 14, 2011, 02:56:58 AM
    Microsoft Security Essentials is Most Used AV Protection in North America

    "Microsoft notes that the free security software has been downloaded 30 million times so far."

    http://www.dailytech.com/Microsoft+Security+Essentials+is+Most+Used+AV+Protection+in+North+America/article21879.htm
    There is something in their numbers that makes me uncomfortable to believe them...
    They oscillate very very much. The number of checked computers are small compared to the total market.
    But, after all, I did not find any other market share information... avast team has just said, one time, that the numbers could be biased because, in one time, avast would have more computers in US than Symantec and they acknowledge that is not true.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Ashish Singh on June 14, 2011, 03:52:14 AM
    I don't think so avast now also lead symantec
    http://www.planetinsane.com/microsoft-security-essentials-and-other-free-virus-protection-software-increase-market-share/2618256/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 14, 2011, 04:12:53 AM
    Microsoft Security Essentials is Most Used AV Protection in North America

    "Microsoft notes that the free security software has been downloaded 30 million times so far."

    http://www.dailytech.com/Microsoft+Security+Essentials+is+Most+Used+AV+Protection+in+North+America/article21879.htm
    Number of times downloaded doesn't mean much really. I have downloaded it at least three times myself but am not using it on either machine at this time.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2011, 02:42:07 PM
    (http://i.techrepublic.com.com/blogs/chromeos.jpg)

    What Chromebooks can and can’t do (http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/google-in-the-enterprise/your-questions-answered-what-chromebooks-can-and-can-8217t-do/106?tag=nl.e099)
    I can tell you from personal experience that it takes some time to get used to this.
    I can also tell you that for some things there's nothing faster or easier than the test cr-48 that I've been beta testing
    for several month. (What I miss is not having avast! 6 on this computer to help protect me.  :) )
    Currently there are also commercial versions available :
    Samsung and Acer Chromebooks (http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/itdojo/samsung-and-acer-chromebooks-more-netbook-than-notebook/2596?tag=mantle_skin;content)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 15, 2011, 07:10:55 PM
    Skype Coming to Comcast TV's Later This Year
    http://www.tomsguide.com/us/Skype-Comcast-VoIP-Video-calling-Neil-Smit,news-11517.html

    Later this year, Comcast will offer a Skype bundle including an HD webcam, an adapter box with Skype pre-loaded, and a modified cable box remote with a QWERTY keyboard..

    Source: FOX News.

    Wish I could get comcast again (gasp! I actually said that?).  Well, better than Armstrong anyway!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 15, 2011, 07:13:56 PM
    You Can Now 'Google' With Your Voice and Photos

    http://www.tomsguide.com/us/google-image-voice-recognition-search,news-11522.html

    The voice recognition isn't all that new, and for voice dialing it's a gimmick in my opinion.

    The image search could be interesting though.  Suppose you were hiking and saw a plant that looked like poison ivy, but you weren't sure?  Take a snap of it, upload to google and find out.

    Similarly, I suppose you could take a pic of a snake and find out if it were poisonous.

    Oh, chrome extension available here: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/dajedkncpodkggklbegccjpmnglmnflm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 15, 2011, 07:31:59 PM
    Ooh, I'm on a roll today aren't I?

    RAM? no, it's CAM.  There's a difference:
    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/CAM-RAM-spintronics-pc-memory,12940.html

    Still waiting for the memristor though, don't know when either one of these will find their way into consumer products, but I can't wait until they do. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memristor
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 15, 2011, 07:38:03 PM
    Televation: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/televation-streaming-media-comcast-time-warner-Cable-Card,news-11516.html

    Wirelessly stream your TV to any IP device.


    I think I need to stop reading Tom's news now and get back to work.  It would help if someone replied to my post to remove some malware though...  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 16, 2011, 11:01:25 PM
    Smart Desktop: Free Utility to Put Panels with Tabs on Windows Desktop
    http://www.askvg.com/smart-desktop-free-utility-to-put-panels-with-tabs-on-windows-desktop
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on June 17, 2011, 06:33:07 AM
    Ooh, I'm on a roll today aren't I?

    RAM? no, it's CAM.  There's a difference:
    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/CAM-RAM-spintronics-pc-memory,12940.html

    Still waiting for the memristor though, don't know when either one of these will find their way into consumer products, but I can't wait until they do. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memristor

    When I see it in mass production I will believe it.

    Quote
    NEC, university make CAM-on-MRAM progress

    http://new.eetimes.com/electronics-news/4216907/NEC--Tohoku-University-make-CAM-on-MRAM-progress?Ecosystem=embedded-internet-design (http://new.eetimes.com/electronics-news/4216907/NEC--Tohoku-University-make-CAM-on-MRAM-progress?Ecosystem=embedded-internet-design)

    NVE has owned a lot of MRAM patents for ages with nothing much to come of MRAM.  I ain't holding my breadth on CAM-on-MRAM

    Quote
    MRAM Technology

    NVE is a leading provider of technology and intellectual property for revolutionary Magnetoresistive Random Access Memories (MRAM). MRAM has been called "the ideal memory," potentially combining the density of DRAM with the speed of SRAM and non-volatility of flash memory or disk. NVE’s MRAM licensees have included Motorola, Inc., Honeywell International, and Cypress Semiconductor Corporation.

    The company is also developing low-density MRAM to be manufactured by NVE for specialized applications such as tamper prevention and detection.

    http://www.nve.com/mram.php (http://www.nve.com/mram.php)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on June 19, 2011, 05:04:14 AM
    Windows XP End Of Support Countdown Gadget

    Just a little gadget for Vista/7 that shows how many days until XP is finally history.

    http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=53a27766-0168-4617-b44e-74b2886cec6d
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on June 19, 2011, 01:06:54 PM
    Windows XP End Of Support Countdown Gadget

    Just a little gadget for Vista/7 that shows how many days until XP is finally history.

    http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=53a27766-0168-4617-b44e-74b2886cec6d

    Hate to break it to ya...but...
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg635520#msg635520

    Kinda pointless imho...since it needs higher than XP...it would only be useful if it was to be used on xp systems to let them know...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 19, 2011, 02:03:53 PM
    Windows XP End Of Support Countdown Gadget

    Just a little gadget for Vista/7 that shows how many days until XP is finally history.

    http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=53a27766-0168-4617-b44e-74b2886cec6d

    Hate to break it to ya...but...
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg635520#msg635520

    Kinda pointless imho...since it needs higher than XP...it would only be useful if it was to be used on xp systems to let them know...

    spg SCOTT this maybe another reminder just in case that Marc57 may have reposted again for some people might forget the XP EOS in 2014 ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 19, 2011, 02:04:39 PM
    Yes a very old piece of news (if it could even be called that), MS are still desperate to try and kill off XP hanging on at 53% market share ;D

    This just screams out 'desperation' when the XP users will never see it and why would anyone with Vista or win7 want it. This is a total waste of resources.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 19, 2011, 02:08:53 PM
    1. ...MS are still desperate to try and kill off XP hanging on at 53% market share ;D

    2. This just screams out 'desperation' when the XP users will never see it and why would anyone with Vista or win7 want it. This is a total waste of resources.

    1. MS won't get us (XP users) too soon... ;D
    2. +1 and a kind of funny approach by MS. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 19, 2011, 02:12:39 PM
    1. ...MS are still desperate to try and kill off XP hanging on at 53% market share ;D

    2. This just screams out 'desperation' when the XP users will never see it and why would anyone with Vista or win7 want it. This is a total waste of resources.

    1. MS won't get us (XP users) too soon... ;D
    2. +1 and a kind of funny approach by MS. ;)


    OT: MS may think all the XP user are looser because we are missing out on the latest W7 OS security features better than XP, all I can say to MS whoopee-dooo-daaaa ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 19, 2011, 02:39:48 PM
    @ Asyn
    When April 2014 comes around, many will ignore that as well. We already see it in the viruses and worms forums with people not on XP SP3, some as low as the original XP, some SP1 and many on SP2 so none of those are getting security updates.

    By the time 2014 comes around, windows8 or whatever it will be called will be a reality (a factor more likely to make people move) and windows9 will be being hyped for preview/alpha/beta release (which may make them wait) ;D

    @ SpeedyPC
    The biggest looser in this is MS, Vista is an unqualified failure and win7 is up to a point reversing that trend. But MS are shooting themselves in the foot at every turn in trying to kill XP by not including XP compatibility with XP, e.g. with IE9 and the new Live features (never have got on with the name).

    In ditching 53% of your market share and effectively driving them in other directions, if a factor in their overall OS market share. No retailer in their right minds would bar 53% of their potential customers and stay in business.

    I read a very interesting article in a magazine 'Micro Mart' about windows8 (Microsoft's Last Chance Salon) on this very thing and if it doesn't adapt to a changing market place and the way we use technology or don't go betting there being a windows10.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 19, 2011, 03:02:37 PM
    @ Asyn
    1. When April 2014 comes around, many will ignore that as well. We already see it in the viruses and worms forums with people not on XP SP3, some as low as the original XP, some SP1 and many on SP2 so none of those are getting security updates.

    2. By the time 2014 comes around, windows8 or whatever it will be called will be a reality (a factor more likely to make people move) and windows9 will be being hyped for preview/alpha/beta release (which may make them wait) ;D

    1. Could happen and you're right about the ones not willing to update their OS. But about the 'old' SP's - many use non legit copies of XP and therefore don't even want to update...
    2. The circle of ...life. ...of MS. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 19, 2011, 04:55:33 PM
    It's a well known fact that more and more people are doing their surfing using their smart phones.
    Is it any wonder that windows 8 is made to look like Windows 7 phone ???
    I because of declining eyesight can't deal with a smart phone so the closest I come to a smart phone is a
    netbook or a tablet. Windows 8 is also designed to fit those very well.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 19, 2011, 08:07:25 PM
    Is it any wonder that windows 8 is made to look like Windows 7 phone ???
    Yes, it is. There were a lot of leaked screenshots of W8 and the Metro UI is there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on June 19, 2011, 08:28:33 PM
    Sorry about that, I did a search for Windows XP End Of Support Countdown Gadget and it came up zero.


    Speaking of old, I just worked on a Win 98 box a couple of weeks ago


    Here's a video of Win.8, Can't wait to try the beta.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p92QfWOw88I.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 20, 2011, 06:25:45 PM


    In ditching 53% of your market share and effectively driving them in other directions, if a factor in their overall OS market share. No retailer in their right minds would bar 53% of their potential customers and stay in business.

    I read a very interesting article in a magazine 'Micro Mart' about windows8 (Microsoft's Last Chance Salon) on this very thing and if it doesn't adapt to a changing market place and the way we use technology or don't go betting there being a windows10.
    There will always be a Windows,even beyond 10. It may not bear much resemblance to what we have now, but it will be there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 21, 2011, 02:02:54 PM
    People Are Spending More Time In Mobile Apps Than On The Web
    http://www.businessinsider.com/chart-of-the-day-mobile-apps-vs-web-minutes-per-day-2011-6
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on June 24, 2011, 04:04:10 AM
    Is the era of not-free antivirus software drawing to a close?

    http://www.informationweek.com/news/security/antivirus/231000191


    He has at least one fact wrong: MSE does not auto install if no A/V is detected, It's offered as an optional install.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 24, 2011, 06:55:16 AM
    Is the era of not-free antivirus software drawing to a close?

    http://www.informationweek.com/news/security/antivirus/231000191


    He has at least one fact wrong: MSE does not auto install if no A/V is detected, It's offered as an optional install.

    Quote
    According to data collected by software management vendor OPSWAT, from March to May 2011, the top five most-used antivirus products in use in North America were Microsoft Security Essentials (16%), AVG Anti-Virus Free (11%), Avast Free Antivirus (7%), Norton AntiVirus (6%), and Mcafee VirusScan (4%). Interestingly, three of those are free.

    The only reason that only three of those are free is because people don't know any better and just pay for whatever came on their computer in the first place (or their ISP).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2011, 02:03:20 PM
    Is the era of not-free antivirus software drawing to a close?

    http://www.informationweek.com/news/security/antivirus/231000191


    He has at least one fact wrong: MSE does not auto install if no A/V is detected, It's offered as an optional install.

    Quote
    According to data collected by software management vendor OPSWAT, from March to May 2011, the top five most-used antivirus products in use in North America were Microsoft Security Essentials (16%), AVG Anti-Virus Free (11%), Avast Free Antivirus (7%), Norton AntiVirus (6%), and Mcafee VirusScan (4%). Interestingly, three of those are free.

    The only reason that only three of those are free is because people don't know any better and just pay for whatever came on their computer in the first place (or their ISP).
    Ryan,
    I run into this constantly at the seminars. Unless someone from the computer club has made a change, the install AV is the one that came with the computer. Many times it's no longer active since the trial period has run out.  :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 24, 2011, 03:32:34 PM
    Microsoft Releases Fixit to Automatically Diagnose and Fix Common Problems with Windows Update
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-releases-fixit-to-automatically-diagnose-and-fix-common-problems-with-windows-update

    Download it and keep it for the future :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 24, 2011, 05:48:01 PM
    Is the era of not-free antivirus software drawing to a close?

    http://www.informationweek.com/news/security/antivirus/231000191


    He has at least one fact wrong: MSE does not auto install if no A/V is detected, It's offered as an optional install.

    Quote
    According to data collected by software management vendor OPSWAT, from March to May 2011, the top five most-used antivirus products in use in North America were Microsoft Security Essentials (16%), AVG Anti-Virus Free (11%), Avast Free Antivirus (7%), Norton AntiVirus (6%), and Mcafee VirusScan (4%). Interestingly, three of those are free.

    The only reason that only three of those are free is because people don't know any better and just pay for whatever came on their computer in the first place (or their ISP).
    Saying that it's the only reason people use Norton or McAfee is a stretch. While it's true that many do because it's what they were given, many others choose to use those products because they trust them and have a history of trouble free protection. From my experiences, I would say that the only reason I use Avast over Norton is that I can get it free. I haven't  noticed it being any better or worse in the security it provides or the impact it has on my system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on June 25, 2011, 07:38:26 AM
    FBI targets cyber security scammers

    "A gang that made more than $72m (£45m) peddling fake security software has been shut down in a series of raids"

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-13887152
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 30, 2011, 12:32:02 AM
    Microsoft Releases Fixit to Automatically Diagnose and Repair Problems When Hardware Devices Not Detected in Windows (http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-releases-fixit-to-automatically-diagnose-and-repair-problems-when-hardware-devices-not-detected-in-windows)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on June 30, 2011, 07:41:04 PM
    If you have some money (wish I did) buy some AMD stock!:
    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/amd-intel-processor-market-share-llano-sandy-bridge,13031.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 03, 2011, 09:33:23 PM
    WiFi 'napping' doubles phone battery life
    A Duke University graduate student has found a way to double the battery life of mobile devices – such as smartphones or laptop computers – by making changes to WiFi technology.
    http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-06-wifi-napping-battery-life.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 04, 2011, 06:46:34 PM
    If that actually works he better get it patented fast. It could be a gold mine.

    It wouldn't help me right now though since I have no mobile devices and the WiFi in this laptop is disabled. I use it as a desktop, connected to a wired router. I don't even own a wireless router, they aren't very good for gaming.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 04, 2011, 07:37:41 PM
     
    Quote
    they aren't very good for gaming

    that's because wifi was crap on XP (until SP2 at least)... The stability of wifi has been dramatically improved with Vista and Seven... but that's old news already.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 05, 2011, 02:48:36 AM
    No---it doesn't matter what OS you're using, a wired connection is always more reliable than WiFi.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on July 05, 2011, 12:25:23 PM
    No---it doesn't matter what OS you're using, a wired connection is always more reliable than WiFi.

    how?

    1 connection interruptions on wifi? that was on XP, never happens with Vista/Seven.
    2 speed? I get up to 40 Mb/s here on wifi/801"G"... (if my router accepted "N" connections, it would be more)
    3 security? keyword is WPA/WPA2

    what's left in terms of reliability now?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on July 05, 2011, 01:09:55 PM
    No---it doesn't matter what OS you're using, a wired connection is always more reliable than WiFi.

    how?

    1 connection interruptions on wifi? that was on XP, never happens with Vista/Seven.
    2 speed? I get up to 40 Mb/s here on wifi/801"G"... (if my router accepted "N" connections, it would be more)
    3 security? keyword is WPA/WPA2

    what's left in terms of reliability now?
    I have wireless,trust me wired is by far better.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 05, 2011, 04:45:18 PM
    IMO, Wireless should only be used when necessary.  If you're close enough to use a CAT5, do it.  Hardwired will always be better than WiFi except for the convenience.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 05, 2011, 05:26:52 PM
    IBM Develops Memory 100x Faster Than Flash:

    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/ibm-phase-change-memory-flash,13034.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 05, 2011, 05:27:56 PM
    IBM Develops Memory 100x Faster Than Flash:

    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/ibm-phase-change-memory-flash,13034.html

    Pretty cool :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 06, 2011, 04:23:35 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110706-baxb-33kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110706-baxb-33kb)
    Microsoft Releases Fixit to Automatically Diagnose and Fix Broken Desktop Shortcuts, Icons, System Time and Common System Maintenance Problems (http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-releases-fixit-to-automatically-diagnose-and-fix-broken-desktop-shortcuts-icons-system-time-and-common-system-maintenance-problems/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    I like my results :)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110706-yp1x-35kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110706-yp1x-35kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: disPlay on July 06, 2011, 05:40:32 PM
    IBM Develops Memory 100x Faster Than Flash:

    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/ibm-phase-change-memory-flash,13034.html

    Pretty cool :o

    PCM is not new.
    I'm wondering why only now they are doing something with that technology.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 06, 2011, 05:47:35 PM
    IBM Develops Memory 100x Faster Than Flash:

    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/ibm-phase-change-memory-flash,13034.html

    Pretty cool :o

    PCM is not new.
    I'm wondering why only now they are doing something with that technology.

    Maybe its like the GM's electric car technology...Actually, they have had that technology for years and they even made an electric car long ago..but then they stopped making electric cars until now...Some people say its a conspiracy by GM...I dunno for sure

    Now they have the Volt

    Read http://mycarquest.blogspot.com/2011/06/1966-gm-electrovair-ii-electric-car-why.html

    Or

    http://www.ev1.org/

     :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 07, 2011, 02:55:34 PM
    WOW  ;D


    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/07/05/license_agree.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 07, 2011, 03:02:36 PM
    WOW  ;D

    Yep. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 07, 2011, 03:12:13 PM
    Yuck :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 07, 2011, 03:50:47 PM
    Already old but sad news.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 07, 2011, 03:53:16 PM
    Already old but sad news.

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=79939.0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 07, 2011, 04:01:31 PM
    Already old but sad news.

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=79939.0
    Thanks, I didn't have the link handy. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 07, 2011, 04:11:17 PM
    Thanks, I didn't have the link handy. :)

    NP Bob. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 07, 2011, 07:24:10 PM
    How to activate Facebook Video Calling?

    Just go over to

    http://www.facebook.com/videocalling

    And follow instructions :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 09, 2011, 03:37:59 AM
    http://www.opswat.com/media/reports/OPSWAT-Market-Share-Report-June-2011.pdf
    4 first antivirus are free.
    Symantec is before avast in US. But, will they still defend antivirus should be paid? ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 10, 2011, 06:49:18 PM
    All Official Microsoft Fixits for Windows Media Player (http://www.askvg.com/list-of-all-official-microsoft-fixits-to-automatically-diagnose-and-repair-problems-in-windows-media-player/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Left123 on July 11, 2011, 11:11:17 AM
    Emsisoft HiJackFree
    http://www.hijackfree.com/en/

    Waiting Essexboy's OP ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 11, 2011, 11:22:14 AM
    Opera “Wahoo”

    (http://files.myopera.com/melnichuck/blog_img/desktop/logo-wahoo-v01r01.png)

    http://my.opera.com/desktopteam/blog/2011/07/07/introducing-opera-wahoo
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 11, 2011, 03:27:45 PM
    Opera “Wahoo”


    http://my.opera.com/desktopteam/blog/2011/07/07/introducing-opera-wahoo
    It’s currently in its embryo pre-alpha state. Not ready for my computer.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 11, 2011, 04:15:24 PM
    [...] embryo pre-alpha state. [...]

    LOL ;D
    Never heard of such specification before..!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 11, 2011, 04:24:03 PM
    [...] embryo pre-alpha state. [...]

    LOL ;D
    Never heard of such specification before..!
    Still in the womb or, not quite hatched...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 11, 2011, 11:22:51 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110711-ttse-20kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110711-ttse-20kb)

    For the Gamer on here who use Chrome:
    This was written by one of the guys from the cr-48 forum
    Project Helium is a classic 2D, vertical scroll shooter. Shoot the alien blocks and score big!
    Experience a full, HTML5 offline shooter.

    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/ahmcpjdobpmhmcmjnphpmpchhbnlpecm?hl=en-US# (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/ahmcpjdobpmhmcmjnphpmpchhbnlpecm?hl=en-US#)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iRonzel on July 13, 2011, 07:33:37 PM


    Windows 8 UI Is Chromeless (http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-8-UI-Is-Chromeless-211364.shtml)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2011, 09:46:00 PM


    Windows 8 UI Is Chromeless (http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-8-UI-Is-Chromeless-211364.shtml)
    I didn't really expect Windows 8 to come with the Chrome browser....  ;D ;D ;D

    (Thanks for the link.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 13, 2011, 10:20:51 PM


    Windows 8 UI Is Chromeless (http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-8-UI-Is-Chromeless-211364.shtml)
    That is really going to take some time getting used to. No taskbar, no start button, no desktop and a tile for every application on the start screen? Wow, I'm not sure I like that unless there is a way to only show the ones you use the most like you can now with desktop icons.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 14, 2011, 01:09:33 PM
    Mamutu (for free today) monitors all active programs for dangerous behavior in realtime and blocks malicious activities.
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/mamutu-3-0/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2011, 01:59:15 PM
    Mamutu (for free today) monitors all active programs for dangerous behavior in realtime and blocks malicious activities.
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/mamutu-3-0/
    What will it give us the we don't already have ???
    (Are you using it ??? )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 14, 2011, 02:02:40 PM
    Mamutu (for free today) monitors all active programs for dangerous behavior in realtime and blocks malicious activities.
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/mamutu-3-0/
    What will it give us the we don't already have ???
    (Are you using it ??? )

    Me, when I see something like this, I thing snake oil; then I see the name mamutu and I definitely think snake (mamba).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 14, 2011, 06:49:25 PM
    Mamutu (for free today) monitors all active programs for dangerous behavior in realtime and blocks malicious activities.
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/mamutu-3-0/
    What will it give us the we don't already have ???
    (Are you using it ??? )

    Me, when I see something like this, I thing snake oil; then I see the name mamutu and I definitely think snake (mamba).
    It is actually the behavior monitoring component of Emsisoft Anti-malware. It's basically a HIPS application and from all reports works well alongside of Avast free. It is definitely not snake oil but rather a well known and well respected security tool. It most likely would enhance your safety from zero day things  but, like all HIPS type applications, at the cost of loss of usability and convenience in your computer usage. If you want that extra protection that you may never need it would be a good choice. I myself, will pass since I don't like obtrusive HIPS programs.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2011, 10:41:11 PM
    I again repeat my original question:
    What will it give us the we don't already have  ??? ??? ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on July 14, 2011, 10:52:26 PM
    I again repeat my original question:
    What will it give us the we don't already have  ??? ??? ???
    A name that is hard to pronounce?

    More FPs?

     ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 15, 2011, 12:50:32 AM
    I again repeat my original question:
    What will it give us the we don't already have  ??? ??? ???

    If you don't have a HIPS type application, which Avast is not, then it gives you that. It could potentially give you a lot better zero day protection.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 15, 2011, 06:13:58 AM
    Dch48,
    I'll let you try it and if in 6 month you're still happy with it, let me know and I'll give it a try.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 15, 2011, 06:18:13 PM
    Dch48,
    I'll let you try it and if in 6 month you're still happy with it, let me know and I'll give it a try.  ;D
    LOL, not me, I had my fill of HIPS after using the full Comodo package for a year and getting nothing but alerts for safe and necessary actions by safe applications. If you like HIPS, Mamutu may be for you, but for me, no thanks.

    I was just saying that it's known that a HIPS based program will most likely give you better zero day protection but at a cost in convenience and usability. For  gamers, it can be a major hassle and even a nightmare.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on July 17, 2011, 10:38:50 PM
    IE Wins Malware-Blocking Tests


    "The in-house reputation system used in Internet Explorer 8 and 9 is markedly superior at blocking social-engineering attacks than the Google equivalent used by Chrome, Firefox, Apple's Safari, an independent test by NSS Labs has found."


    http://www.pcworld.com/article/235887/ie_wins_malwareblocking_tests.html#tk.nl_dnx_h_crawl
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 18, 2011, 12:14:09 AM
    Ultimate Collection of Best Free Partition Manager Software for Windows
    http://www.askvg.com/ultimate-collection-of-best-free-partition-manager-software-for-windows
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 18, 2011, 12:16:50 AM
    SMFixer: Free Tool to Repair and Enable Corrupted Safe Mode in Windows
    http://www.askvg.com/smfixer-free-tool-to-repair-and-enable-corrupted-safe-mode-in-windows
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 18, 2011, 12:43:57 AM
    Ultimate Collection of Best Free Partition Manager Software for Windows
    http://www.askvg.com/ultimate-collection-of-best-free-partition-manager-software-for-windows
    Never tried the others but EASEUS is fantastic.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 18, 2011, 03:00:13 AM
    EASEUS is fantastic.
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 19, 2011, 04:24:38 PM
    EASEUS is fantastic.
    +1
    I love partedmagic.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 19, 2011, 11:21:49 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110719-ezzm-15kb.jpg)
    If you have a long URL to copy and paste to a forum, email, notepad, Office or any clipboard
    and you want to copy it to any of the above than use Google Url Shortener.
    Just enter the long URL into:
    http://goo.gl/ (http://goo.gl/)

    There is also an extension for your Chrome browser which makes this very easy:
    Get the extension here (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/iblijlcdoidgdpfknkckljiocdbnlagk)

    Just as an example:
    https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeMjVkMmMyNzAtMzgyYy00OGE5LThmNDMtMjQzY2FlMWFkOWEx&export=download&hl=en_US (https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeMjVkMmMyNzAtMzgyYy00OGE5LThmNDMtMjQzY2FlMWFkOWEx&export=download&hl=en_US)
    turns into
    http://goo.gl/amZ50 (http://goo.gl/amZ50)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on July 19, 2011, 11:42:56 PM
    I'm afraid I will always take the long URL over any shortened one...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 19, 2011, 11:44:51 PM
    URL Shorteners certainly have a purpose, but they give me the chills as you haven't a clue what they point to and are often used to obscure. Unless of course you have another add-on to expand them, such as LongURL Mobile Expander, don't you just love the name (fortunately it works quite well).

    See image2, click the More to see more details if the little window isn't big enough, image2.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 19, 2011, 11:50:22 PM
    I'm afraid I will always take the long URL over any shortened one...

    Same here.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 20, 2011, 03:38:40 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110720-lz4q-20kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110720-lz4q-20kb)

    Open online zip and rar archive files with Google Docs Viewer (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/bdkpinfdldjdngmgfbifbdbgaoampkan#).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 20, 2011, 03:50:14 PM
    (http://webtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Screenshot20110720at7.06.28PM.png)
    (http://webtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Screenshot1.jpg)
    OS X Lion Released with over 250 New Features (http://itunes.apple.com/in/app/os-x-lion/id444303913?mt=12#)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 20, 2011, 04:31:14 PM
    Now there's a surprise, Bob promoting OSX and not mentioning 'why apple don't release OSX without having to buy a MAC to run it on' ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on July 20, 2011, 04:47:50 PM
    Cool! Worth a look.
    Custom Explorer Toolbar: Free Utility to Customize Windows Explorer Command Bar (aka Folder Band or Toolbar) in Windows 7
    http://www.askvg.com/custom-explorer-toolbar-free-utility-to-customize-windows-explorer-command-bar-aka-folder-band-or-toolbar-in-windows-7
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 20, 2011, 04:52:17 PM
    Now there's a surprise, Bob promoting OSX and not mentioning 'why apple don't release OSX without having to buy a MAC to run it on' ;D
    I thought I'd be nice to Mac today.... ;D ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 20, 2011, 04:54:05 PM
    (http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/RIT7_120.jpg)
    RestoreIt 7 free today:
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/restoreit-7/ (http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/restoreit-7/)

    If you downloaded and installed this, I'm happy to report that it works. I used it this morning.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Raveen Kool on July 20, 2011, 04:57:54 PM
    Mozilla is following Chromes foot steps.....

    http://www.conceivablytech.com/8478/products/electrolysis-firefox-gets-atomized-to-run-faster
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: RZPogi on July 20, 2011, 06:10:19 PM
    Mozilla is following Chromes foot steps.....

    http://www.conceivablytech.com/8478/products/electrolysis-firefox-gets-atomized-to-run-faster

    while not retaining compatibility with old addons.

    chrome retains compatibility of its addons up to a certain version unlike firefox.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 20, 2011, 06:27:13 PM
    That policy will surely have to change and essentially isn't that difficult to achieve. If with the other protection measures to prevent an add-on crashing the browser, then it isn't such a big issue for the add-on designer to bump up the max version number supported.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Raveen Kool on July 20, 2011, 09:41:50 PM
    Quote
    while not retaining compatibility with old addons.

    chrome retains compatibility of its addons up to a certain version unlike firefox.

    That is is true...........
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on July 22, 2011, 10:56:47 PM
    Quote
    First HTML5 Google Doodle Honors Alexander Calder, 'Inventor of the Mobile'
     Remember those nursery mobiles you had hanging over your crib? Probably not. But today's Google doodle pays homage to those lulling designs.
    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2388901,00.asp
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2011, 03:14:28 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110723-fnxk-13kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110723-fnxk-13kb)
    If you like music, get Spotify (https://www.spotify.com/uk/get-spotify/overview/). :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2011, 05:36:35 PM
    Linux is now 20 years old - Happy Birthday (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZA2kqAIOoZM&feature=player_embedded)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 25, 2011, 09:37:49 AM
    Windows 8: The death of malware? The death of anti-malware?

    (http://images.six.betanews.com/media/7530.png)

    http://www.betanews.com/article/Windows-8-The-death-of-malware-The-death-of-antimalware/1311173010
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 27, 2011, 11:19:17 AM
    Mozilla OS ;)

    http://groups.google.com/group/mozilla.dev.platform/browse_thread/thread/7668a9d46a43e482?pli=1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 27, 2011, 06:05:24 PM
    Mozilla OS ;)

    http://groups.google.com/group/mozilla.dev.platform/browse_thread/thread/7668a9d46a43e482?pli=1
    Just what the world needs, another OS  :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 27, 2011, 08:00:28 PM
    Mozilla OS ;)

    http://groups.google.com/group/mozilla.dev.platform/browse_thread/thread/7668a9d46a43e482?pli=1

    Following in Google's footsteps again I see.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 27, 2011, 08:32:19 PM
    What's next ??? A Mozilla+ ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on July 27, 2011, 08:49:18 PM
    What's next ??? A Mozilla+ ???
    LOL, I would not be too surprised to see it.  This keeps up, they should re-name themselves Goozilla, or Moogle.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 27, 2011, 08:55:54 PM
    What's next ??? A Mozilla+ ???
    LOL, I would not be too surprised to see it.  This keeps up, they should re-name themselves Goozilla, or Moogle.
    This would be a better choice:  (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110727-ttgt-2kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110727-ttgt-2kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 27, 2011, 09:00:43 PM
    What's next ??? A Mozilla+ ???
    LOL, I would not be too surprised to see it.  This keeps up, they should re-name themselves Goozilla, or Moogle.
    This would be a better choice:  (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110727-ttgt-2kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110727-ttgt-2kb)
    Yeah Googzilla--and a Moogle is actually a character in some Final Fantasy games. I'll try to find a pic.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on July 27, 2011, 09:42:58 PM
    Microsoft fixit centre is now available as a download - saves going to the online fixit centre  ;D

    http://fileforum.betanews.com/detail/Microsoft-Fix-it-Center/1271432341/1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on July 28, 2011, 11:28:36 AM
    What's next ??? A Mozilla+ ???
    LOL, I would not be too surprised to see it.  This keeps up, they should re-name themselves Goozilla, or Moogle.
    This would be a better choice:  (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110727-ttgt-2kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110727-ttgt-2kb)
    Yeah Googzilla--and a Moogle is actually a character in some Final Fantasy games. I'll try to find a pic.

    Thats a funny name :D

    @ scythe944 : Yeah, they are following

    It seems that Google Chrome is threatening them heavily...and I guess they are running out of ideas and they figured out that they should make an OS..

    I also read that Google stopped rolling out Google Toolbar for Firefox anymore and the Firebug developer moved on to Google...

    And, Firefox is quite stretched at the moment with lots of builds like Nightly, Aurora and Betas....and on top of that, its making addons incompatible as a result...

    But I guess, addon developers like NoScript or Adblock have no problem because they work hard

    But I wonder who uses Google Toolbar??? I find toolbars ridiculous...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 30, 2011, 04:04:38 AM
    What's next ??? A Mozilla+ ???
    LOL, I would not be too surprised to see it.  This keeps up, they should re-name themselves Goozilla, or Moogle.
    This would be a better choice:  (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110727-ttgt-2kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110727-ttgt-2kb)
    Yeah Googzilla--and a Moogle is actually a character in some Final Fantasy games. I'll try to find a pic.

    Thats a funny name :D

    @ scythe944 : Yeah, they are following

    It seems that Google Chrome is threatening them heavily...and I guess they are running out of ideas and they figured out that they should make an OS..

    I also read that Google stopped rolling out Google Toolbar for Firefox anymore and the Firebug developer moved on to Google...

    And, Firefox is quite stretched at the moment with lots of builds like Nightly, Aurora and Betas....and on top of that, its making addons incompatible as a result...

    But I guess, addon developers like NoScript or Adblock have no problem because they work hard

    But I wonder who uses Google Toolbar??? I find toolbars ridiculous...

    Well, they're not the only ones following either.  IE9 looks surprisingly like Chrome as well.  I just had to laugh a bit the first time I launched it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 30, 2011, 04:14:16 AM
    IE9 certainly looks different than earlier versions but I don't think it looks much like Chrome at all.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on July 30, 2011, 04:24:12 AM
    Really?  I don't want to go more off-topic than we already have here, but I think it looks a lot like chrome.  The single URL bar, the settings in the top right-corner, the tabs... everything screams chrome to me.

    I'd look at it again but I'm stuck on an XP machine right now so I can't load them up to compare.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 30, 2011, 02:22:06 PM
    Really?  I don't want to go more off-topic than we already have here, but I think it looks a lot like chrome.  The single URL bar, the settings in the top right-corner, the tabs... everything screams chrome to me.

    I'd look at it again but I'm stuck on an XP machine right now so I can't load them up to compare.
    Google on top. - IE9 on the bottom - You judge:

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110730-nwbk-61kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110730-nwbk-61kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 30, 2011, 07:17:36 PM
    Really?  I don't want to go more off-topic than we already have here, but I think it looks a lot like chrome.  The single URL bar, the settings in the top right-corner, the tabs... everything screams chrome to me.

    I'd look at it again but I'm stuck on an XP machine right now so I can't load them up to compare.
    Google on top. - IE9 on the bottom - You judge:

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110730-nwbk-61kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110730-nwbk-61kb)
    Like I said, very different. The tabs are completely different and the settings menu is too. But, wow Bob, what's with all those Icons in Chrome? Do they make it load slower? I have no favorites bar because I don't like it and there are only 3 icons, including the wrench, to the right of the address bar. One is for Bookmarks menu which I like a lot better than the default way of accessing favorites in Chrome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 30, 2011, 10:35:21 PM
    Really?  I don't want to go more off-topic than we already have here, but I think it looks a lot like chrome.  The single URL bar, the settings in the top right-corner, the tabs... everything screams chrome to me.

    I'd look at it again but I'm stuck on an XP machine right now so I can't load them up to compare.
    Quote
    Google on top. - IE9 on the bottom - You judge:

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110730-nwbk-61kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110730-nwbk-61kb)But, wow Bob, what's with all those Icons in Chrome? Do they make it load slower? I have no favorites bar because I don't like it and there are only 3 icons, including the wrench, to the right of the address bar. One is for Bookmarks menu which I like a lot better than the default way of accessing favorites in Chrome.


    You run your browser your way and I'll run it my way. :)
    And no, it's not slowing things down.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on July 30, 2011, 11:23:11 PM
    Well they copied the idea of the Omnibox from Chrome, that much is evident. But you know what ? They did a good job, IE 9 is great ! I still prefer Chrome though. Has excellent addons and i love the syncing feature.

    @Bob: Fix the quote... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 01, 2011, 08:44:20 PM
    Direct Download Links: Download Official, Original and Untouched Windows 7 with SP1 ISO (32-bit and 64-bit)
    http://www.askvg.com/direct-download-links-download-official-original-and-untouched-windows-7-iso-32-bit-and-64-bit/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 01, 2011, 09:28:35 PM
    Direct Download Links: Download Official, Original and Untouched Windows 7 with SP1 ISO (32-bit and 64-bit)
    http://www.askvg.com/direct-download-links-download-official-original-and-untouched-windows-7-iso-32-bit-and-64-bit/

    Very nice, I bookmarked the page for possible future use.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 02, 2011, 03:41:30 AM
    Very nice, I bookmarked the page for possible future use.
    Sometimes I post something interesting in this thread ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on August 03, 2011, 11:20:02 AM
    Actually, everything is Chrome like  :-X

    This is a future version of Firefox

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2011/08/01/01-Firefox-Australis-(Windows)_610x407.jpg)

    See this for more pics

    http://people.mozilla.com/~shorlander/ux-presentation/ux-presentation.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on August 05, 2011, 06:44:07 AM
    Something interesting for firefox users - A new way to deal with certificates
    http://convergence.io/preview.html (http://convergence.io/preview.html)  ;)

    What do you think ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on August 05, 2011, 01:13:36 PM
    @speedypc good find ;) ... I'll take a look
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on August 05, 2011, 03:51:37 PM
    @speedypc good find ;) ... I'll take a look

    Logos I need your help I'm trying to find review information about this new add-on tool way to deal with certificates, which I'm unable to tell from Pro and Cons which I'm unable to do a complete test
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TribeWars on August 05, 2011, 04:55:05 PM
    Free 'Browser in a Box' Runs Firefox 4 with Ultra Security

    A new browser solution called Bit Box was launched .It uses Firefox 4, Linux and virtualization to create what it calls a "browser in a box" that keeps all malware isolated and out of the user's main operating system.
    It is only available in german so far tough.

    http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/227838/free_browser_in_a_box_runs_firefox_4_with_ultra_security.html

    http://www.sirrix.com/content/pages/BitBox_en.htm

    http://download.sirrix.com/content/pages/BitBox_download_en.htm

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 05, 2011, 04:59:07 PM
    Free 'Browser in a Box' Runs Firefox 4 with Ultra Security

    Old news. ;)
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg644003#msg644003
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TribeWars on August 05, 2011, 05:03:22 PM
    Free 'Browser in a Box' Runs Firefox 4 with Ultra Security

    Old news. ;)
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg644003#msg644003

    Yeah just ran a search don't care about my post
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 08, 2011, 01:07:53 PM
    Giveaway of the Day - USB Safely Remove
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/usb-safely-remove/
    http://safelyremove.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 08, 2011, 01:33:25 PM
    Get Free Keycode of Wondershare LiveBoot 2012 (Windows Version)
    http://www.wondershare.com/topic/giveaway-liveboot2012.html

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on August 09, 2011, 12:41:37 PM
    Get Free Keycode of Wondershare LiveBoot 2012 (Windows Version)
    http://www.wondershare.com/topic/giveaway-liveboot2012.html

    Rapidly Rescue You from Any Imaginable PC Crash Disaster with a boot CD
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        Rescue data from crashed or damaged computer
        Partition, format, clone, and deep wipe hard drive
        Rescue crashed Windows and hard drive
        Install Windows easily
        Reset Windows user/admin password
        Platfrom: Windows 7/Vista/XP (32 & 64 bit)

    Good one. :) It's a WinPE 3.1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 09, 2011, 01:18:19 PM
    Good one. :) It's a WinPE 3.1
    You're welcome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on August 09, 2011, 04:17:32 PM
    FireFox extension 'HTTPS Everywhere':

    http://www.tomsguide.com/us/https-everywhere-firefox-extension-secure-http-connections,news-12097.html

    Download: http://api.viglink.com/api/click?format=go&key=984ed3ed6aa9a69986f88d56d10e7616&loc=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tomsguide.com%2Fus%2Fhttps-everywhere-firefox-extension-secure-http-connections%2Cnews-12097.html&v=1&libid=1312899288580&out=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eff.org%2Ffiles%2Fhttps-everywhere-latest.xpi&ref=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tomshardware.com%2F&title=EFF%20Releases%20HTTPS%20Everywhere%201.0&txt=free%20download&jsonp=vglnk_jsonp_13128994325251
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on August 09, 2011, 04:19:50 PM
    Seagate HDD's now with disaster recovery services for 2 years:
    http://www.tomshardware.com/news/seagate-disater-recover-goflex-hdd,13196.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 09, 2011, 04:21:50 PM
    FireFox extension 'HTTPS Everywhere':

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.msg675133#msg675133
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 09, 2011, 04:42:25 PM
    FireFox extension 'HTTPS Everywhere':
    <snip>

    At risk of repeating myself and Asyn's reference ;D

    The HTTPS Everywhere Firefox extension should come with a health warning, using this extension means the web shield will NOT be protecting your web browsing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on August 09, 2011, 07:30:20 PM
    FireFox extension 'HTTPS Everywhere':

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.msg675133#msg675133

    Sorry bout that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 09, 2011, 07:46:09 PM
    No problem, the thing that I hate is that people are effectively seeing it as a security feature when in the case of avast! it reduces protection, which is why I jump on it when I see it ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on August 09, 2011, 07:58:30 PM
    No problem, the thing that I hate is that people are effectively seeing it as a security feature when in the case of avast! it reduces protection, which is why I jump on it when I see it ;D

    I agree.  Thanks for re-posting the info.  I'm sure a lot of people would overlook that detail.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on August 09, 2011, 08:42:17 PM
    Get Free Keycode of Wondershare LiveBoot 2012 (Windows Version)
    http://www.wondershare.com/topic/giveaway-liveboot2012.html

    Rapidly Rescue You from Any Imaginable PC Crash Disaster with a boot CD
    Features:
        Boot up any computer with a boot disk
        Rescue data from crashed or damaged computer
        Partition, format, clone, and deep wipe hard drive
        Rescue crashed Windows and hard drive
        Install Windows easily
        Reset Windows user/admin password
        Platfrom: Windows 7/Vista/XP (32 & 64 bit)


    Tried this ........ got the key code, used the supplied download link which was painfully slow, (30 minutes on a 20MB connection) and what do we get? Invalid code or email supplied.

    2 other people I showed this to have had the same experience ............  ::) ::) seems all they are doing is harvesting names and emails.  At least we will know to avoid this company like the plague in future.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on August 09, 2011, 11:04:15 PM

     


    Tried this ........ got the key code, used the supplied download link which was painfully slow, (30 minutes on a 20MB connection) and what do we get? Invalid code or email supplied.

    2 other people I showed this to have had the same experience ............  ::) ::) seems all they are doing is harvesting names and emails.  At least we will know to avoid this company like the plague in future.

    Hi,I got the invalid code or email supplied the first time also. :)
    So I reread the email they sent which contains the license key.You must use giveaway@wondershare.com as the email address. :P

    The disc works well here and has a lot of good utilities supplied.I'll take a ready made WinPe boot disc any day for free. JMO
    Hope this helps, Tim
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on August 10, 2011, 10:07:58 AM

     


    Tried this ........ got the key code, used the supplied download link which was painfully slow, (30 minutes on a 20MB connection) and what do we get? Invalid code or email supplied.

    2 other people I showed this to have had the same experience ............  ::) ::) seems all they are doing is harvesting names and emails.  At least we will know to avoid this company like the plague in future.



    Hi,I got the invalid code or email supplied the first time also. :)
    So I reread the email they sent which contains the license key.You must use giveaway@wondershare.com as the email address. :P

    The disc works well here and has a lot of good utilities supplied.I'll take a ready made WinPe boot disc any day for free. JMO
    Hope this helps, Tim


    I used the correct email address but got nowhere. Having tried a freshh download ( which was vwery quick) all is working now, I can only assume there was a problem with the original download.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on August 10, 2011, 10:09:45 AM
    Some folding projects that may be of interest

    http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/2100222/cern-reaches-pc-laptop-users



    LHC at Home   

    http://lhcathome.cern.ch/

    ------

    Citizen Cyberscience Centre

    http://www.citizencyberscience.net/ccc-partner.htm


    Press release with links to other projects

    http://press.web.cern.ch/press/PressReleases/Releases2011/PR13.11E.html



    http://www.worldcommunitygrid.org/

    Helping to find ways to produce clean water and oter medical research
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 14, 2011, 07:00:01 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110814-zacp-110kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110814-zacp-110kb)

    Download Lion Tweaks (http://www.ifredrik.com/applications/LionTweaks.zip)

    NOTE: This is not for the Windows Operating System

    (Information came from Web Trikz)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 14, 2011, 10:46:20 PM
    4t Tray Minimizer: Free Utility to Minimize Applications to System Tray in Windows
    http://www.askvg.com/4t-tray-minimizer-free-utility-to-minimize-applications-to-system-tray-in-windows

    PowerMenu: Minimize Any Application to System Tray in Windows
    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-minimize-an-application-to-system-tray-in-windows/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 14, 2011, 11:54:42 PM
    Microsoft Releases Update to Improve USB Storage Devices Performance in Windows 7
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-releases-update-to-improve-usb-storage-devices-performance-in-windows-7/

    Improve your USB speed transfer from 64 kilobytes (KB) to 2 megabytes (MB).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 15, 2011, 12:39:52 AM
    Microsoft Releases Update to Improve USB Storage Devices Performance in Windows 7
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-releases-update-to-improve-usb-storage-devices-performance-in-windows-7/

    Improve your USB speed transfer from 64 kilobytes (KB) to 2 megabytes (MB).
    I downloaded it after going through the process of getting the link sent to my email. After reading the email, I'm hesitant to install it because it says it's not fully tested. It also says that it will be included in the next Service Pack for Win7 and advises waiting until then if you have any trepidations. You also have to manually edit your registry after installing it to get it to work. I just don't know.

    This might seem like a dumb question but what exactly are USB storage devices anyway? Is it only talking about thumb drives or are external hard drives also included? I have yet to use a thumb drive. I don't even own one yet.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 15, 2011, 03:04:22 AM
    Dch48, there is a script to download and change the registry automatically.
    All the hotfix say the same warning about testing. But, after all, it's up to the user.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 15, 2011, 01:53:42 PM
    This might seem like a dumb question but what exactly are USB storage devices anyway? Is it only talking about thumb drives or are external hard drives also included? I have yet to use a thumb drive. I don't even own one yet.
    I have 3 thumb drives and they are quite handy even though they are only 1GB each.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 15, 2011, 03:44:58 PM
    I have many of them ranging from 1 Gig to 2 TB
    The 2 TB external USB device is used to do my image backups.
    The rest are used for too many things to list.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Raveen Kool on August 16, 2011, 01:36:09 PM
    Google bought Motorola......... ???

    http://www.technologyreview.in/web/38320/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on August 16, 2011, 09:04:20 PM
    Internet Explorer 9 is Safest Web Browser, NSI Says

    "Microsoft this week is touting the results of two recent studies from NSI showing that its Internet Explorer 9 web browser does a better job of protecting users from malware than the competition. In fact it's not even close."

    http://www.winsupersite.com/blog/supersite-blog-39/internet-explorer2/internet-explorer-9-is-safest-web-browser-nsi-says-140224
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on August 16, 2011, 09:41:59 PM
    Microsoft Releases Update to Improve USB Storage Devices Performance in Windows 7
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-releases-update-to-improve-usb-storage-devices-performance-in-windows-7/

    Improve your USB speed transfer from 64 kilobytes (KB) to 2 megabytes (MB).


    Thanks Tech, This does really seem to improve transfer times.

    Update: This does a good job of improving transfer times with USB 2.0, it doesn't do anything with USB 3.0. (But then again USB 3.0 doesn't need any help)  :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 16, 2011, 09:51:20 PM
    avast! Facebook Community Exceeds 300 Thousand
    https://blog.avast.com/2011/08/16/avast-facebook-community-exceeds-300-thousand
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 16, 2011, 10:00:19 PM
    Internet Explorer 9 is Safest Web Browser, NSI Says

    "Microsoft this week is touting the results of two recent studies from NSI showing that its Internet Explorer 9 web browser does a better job of protecting users from malware than the competition. In fact it's not even close."

    http://www.winsupersite.com/blog/supersite-blog-39/internet-explorer2/internet-explorer-9-is-safest-web-browser-nsi-says-140224
    I always liked IE9 especially IE 9's Application Reputation technologies.
    But then you have to be running Windows 7.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 16, 2011, 10:55:02 PM
    (http://i.imm.io/88qN.jpeg)
    Click here to download (http://www.abelssoft.net/abalarm.exe)

    (The snapshot was taken with an ad-on for Google Chrome called Pixlr Grabber (http://pixlr.com/grabber))
    (The add-on is available for Chrome and Firefox - this image is stored on their site.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =SKY= on August 16, 2011, 11:09:35 PM
    Mozilla plans to hide Firefox version numbers:
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Mozilla-plans-to-hide-Firefox-version-numbers-1323830.html (http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Mozilla-plans-to-hide-Firefox-version-numbers-1323830.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 16, 2011, 11:15:01 PM
    Mozilla plans to hide Firefox version numbers:
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Mozilla-plans-to-hide-Firefox-version-numbers-1323830.html (http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Mozilla-plans-to-hide-Firefox-version-numbers-1323830.html)
    It's one way to stop all the complaints about the many updates.
    Certainly doesn't change anything except cause other complaints.
    IMHO, it's a dumb move.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =SKY= on August 16, 2011, 11:25:45 PM
    IMHO, it's a dumb move.
    +1 ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 16, 2011, 11:33:29 PM
    Mozilla plans to hide Firefox version numbers:
    http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Mozilla-plans-to-hide-Firefox-version-numbers-1323830.html (http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Mozilla-plans-to-hide-Firefox-version-numbers-1323830.html)
    It's one way to stop all the complaints about the many updates.
    Certainly doesn't change anything except cause other complaints.
    IMHO, it's a dumb move.

    It also isn't a smart move, how the h*ll are people to know when there are compatibility issues with add-ons, etc. with certain versions of firefox.

    This guy catches my mood/feeling about this:
    Quote
    Participants in the Bugzilla discussion had little enthusiasm for the proposal. One critic said "This is a REALLY dumb, stupid, idiotic idea!", a comment to which Do****er responded by threatening to remove the participant's Bugzilla posting privileges.

    Great, shoot the messenger (really intelligent NOT, pathetic), when that would be the same feelings of may firefox users and one that really is common sense. People need to know the version of the software that they are using and not just firefox.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on August 16, 2011, 11:46:29 PM
    Hi DavidR,

    The analogy here is like that with server software. You preferably for security reasons do not give away the version number to give not too much away for a hacker to be exploited, well seen as with browsers users could know for instance that IE5 is less secure than IE9. Best policy is like Chrome has it update automatically to the latest most secure version and do not let the user interfere or the browser developer. Do not know where Mozilla got this plans from?

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on August 16, 2011, 11:49:50 PM
    +1 to this being backwards and dumb

    The only people happy about Fx rapid release are the writers of Add-on Compatibility Manager.....this is like a boon for them, I see people with add-on complaints getting pointed to that all over the web.

    I have to face this devil sooner or later, I can only sit on OldFox 3.6.18 for so much longer, no matter my security add-ons. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 17, 2011, 12:05:04 AM
    Dumb, pathetic... Where will Mozillo go with this stupid movement?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 17, 2011, 12:07:39 AM
    Internet Explorer 9 is Safest Web Browser, NSI Says

    "Microsoft this week is touting the results of two recent studies from NSI showing that its Internet Explorer 9 web browser does a better job of protecting users from malware than the competition. In fact it's not even close."

    http://www.winsupersite.com/blog/supersite-blog-39/internet-explorer2/internet-explorer-9-is-safest-web-browser-nsi-says-140224
    I always liked IE9 especially IE 9's Application Reputation technologies.
    But then you have to be running Windows 7.
    I agree. Now that I have W7, IE is back to being my default browser. I only use Chrome if I want to download a YouTube video.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on August 17, 2011, 12:15:15 AM
    Dumb, pathetic... Where will Mozilla go with this stupid movement?
    If they keep irking their users and then censoring the backlash, I can think of somewhere they are going on many PCs....
    (http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx126/blackink99/recycle-bin.png)
     ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 17, 2011, 12:33:10 AM
    Dumb, pathetic... Where will Mozilla go with this stupid movement?
    If they keep irking their users and then censoring the backlash, I can think of somewhere they are going on many PCs....
    (http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx126/blackink99/recycle-bin.png)
     ;)
    I'm sure glad I don't use Firefox.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 17, 2011, 01:06:34 AM
    Hi DavidR,
    The analogy here is like that with server software. You preferably for security reasons do not give away the version number to give not too much away for a hacker to be exploited, well seen as with browsers users could know for instance that IE5 is less secure than IE9. Best policy is like Chrome has it update automatically to the latest most secure version and do not let the user interfere or the browser developer. Do not know where Mozilla got this plans from?

    Sorry but that analogy just doesn't hold water as the user isn't trying to hack their own system and if you think that by not displaying the version number would somehow prevent/deter hackers than you are sadly mistaken.

    Since for the most part they don't really give a stuff what version you have, it doesn't stop the speculative attempts infect systems. So they just hope that a system happens to be vulnerable to what they are trying to serve up and to hell with what version you have.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on August 17, 2011, 06:58:11 AM
    Dumb, pathetic... Where will Mozilla go with this stupid movement?
    If they keep irking their users and then censoring the backlash, I can think of somewhere they are going on many PCs....
    (http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx126/blackink99/recycle-bin.png)
     ;)


    They went there a long time back on my machines. Firefox when it started was a breath of fresh air, for me it now stinks so bad I won't use it. Opera and IE9 are far and away better.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: FreewheelinFrank on August 17, 2011, 01:50:34 PM
    Internet Explorer 9 is Safest Web Browser, NSI Says

    "Microsoft this week is touting the results of two recent studies from NSI showing that its Internet Explorer 9 web browser does a better job of protecting users from malware than the competition. In fact it's not even close."

    http://www.winsupersite.com/blog/supersite-blog-39/internet-explorer2/internet-explorer-9-is-safest-web-browser-nsi-says-140224

    The success seems to be at the cost of what would for a third party malware blocker like avast! be an unacceptable number of false positives- Sophos says 30-75% of warnings on downloads may be false positives.

    Web sites with legitimate files for download are being affected by SmartScreen warnings and complaining.

    Bear this in mind if you use it.

    http://dontsurfinthenude.blogspot.com/2011/08/microsofts-bad-reputations.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 17, 2011, 02:23:25 PM
    Dumb, pathetic... Where will Mozilla go with this stupid movement?
    If they keep irking their users and then censoring the backlash, I can think of somewhere they are going on many PCs....

    They went there a long time back on my machines. Firefox when it started was a breath of fresh air, for me it now stinks so bad I won't use it. Opera and IE9 are far and away better.
    See:
    IE 9 best option against Web-based malware attacks
    http://www.net-security.org/malware_news.php?id=1803

    Never tried Opera though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Raveen Kool on August 17, 2011, 03:15:48 PM
    I have been using IE since IE 9 was released...... :)
    I am happy with it and for more protection i use tracking protection(trust e list)....

    Quote
    Quote from: AdrianH on Today at 05:58:11 AM


    Quote from: Gargamel360 on Yesterday at 11:15:15 PM


    Quote from: Tech on Yesterday at 11:05:04 PM

    Dumb, pathetic... Where will Mozilla go with this stupid movement?

    If they keep irking their users and then censoring the backlash, I can think of somewhere they are going on many PCs....
    They went there a long time back on my machines. Firefox when it started was a breath of fresh air, for me it now stinks so bad I won't use it. Opera and IE9 are far and away better.

    For those who are having compatability issues.......
    use, www.cometbird.com. This is almost same as firefox except it is one version behind so it can give more compatability with add ons..... :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 17, 2011, 05:04:40 PM
    Got a program that wouln't uninstall or a program that will not install ???

    We'll Microsoft has a new (http://media.askvg.com/articles/images2/Microsoft_Fixit_Logo.png) to solve your problem.

    Click here to download the Fixit program (http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9779673)

    More details (http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall/en-us)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 17, 2011, 05:35:20 PM
    Got a program that wouln't uninstall or a program that will not install ???

    Bob, got a bit more info about it..??
    Your link provides a direct download.
    Would be interesting what it does and on which OS..! ;)
    Thanks,
    asyn
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 17, 2011, 05:43:59 PM
    Got a program that wouln't uninstall or a program that will not install ???

    Bob, got a bit more info about it..??
    Your link provides a direct download.
    Would be interesting what it does and on which OS..! ;)
    Thanks,
    asyn
    I've added a link for the details to the original post. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 17, 2011, 05:45:58 PM
    I've added a link for the details to the original post. :)

    Thanks..! :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on August 19, 2011, 06:03:41 AM
    HP kills TouchPad and webOS phones, looks to unload PC business

    http://thisismynext.com/2011/08/18/hp-discontinue-webos-operations/

    This doesn't sound good.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 19, 2011, 02:02:01 PM
    HP kills TouchPad and webOS phones, looks to unload PC business

    http://thisismynext.com/2011/08/18/hp-discontinue-webos-operations/

    This doesn't sound good.
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=65103.msg679090#msg679090 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=65103.msg679090#msg679090)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on August 20, 2011, 07:57:23 PM
    IBM Unveils Cognitive Computing Chips
    http://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/35251.wss
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on August 23, 2011, 03:06:34 PM
    HP kills TouchPad and webOS phones, looks to unload PC business

    http://thisismynext.com/2011/08/18/hp-discontinue-webos-operations/

    This doesn't sound good.

    What???? NOOOOOO!!!!

    Good thing I finally went to an Android Nexus S 4G then I guess?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 26, 2011, 12:57:17 PM
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/netbalancer/
    Giveaway of the Day - NetBalancer
    Browse and do any internet activity comfortably even when your download manager or torrent client download huge files from internet – just lower their network priority with NetBalancer.

    NetBalancer is an internet traffic control and monitoring tool designed for Windows XP/ 2003/ Vista/ 7, both x86 and native x64.

    You can use NetBalancer to set download/upload transfer rate priority for any applications and monitor their internet traffic.

        Set download and upload network priority for any process.
        Manage priorities and limits for each network adapter separately.
        Define detailed network traffic rules.
        Group local network computers and balance their traffic simultaneously.
        Protect all settings and priorities with a password to prevent unauthorized changes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 01, 2011, 08:03:18 PM
    We will have two desktops in one Windows.
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-talks-about-windows-8-metro-ui-and-desktop
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 01, 2011, 11:43:57 PM
    We will have two desktops in one Windows.
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-talks-about-windows-8-metro-ui-and-desktop
    Who wanted a big Windows Phone anyway.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 02, 2011, 12:44:37 AM
    We will have two desktops in one Windows.
    http://www.askvg.com/microsoft-talks-about-windows-8-metro-ui-and-desktop
    Who wanted a big Windows Phone anyway.  ;D
    Exactly, I don't like that Metro interface at all and would never use it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2011, 01:37:56 AM
    I'm quite willing to give Metro a try but don't think it's the only thing that should be available.
    Probably a mix of both will end up as a good solution. Especially if you have a touch screen.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 02, 2011, 02:52:46 AM
    Probably a mix of both will end up as a good solution.
    This is exactly what they're saying ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 02, 2011, 03:24:13 AM
    Gmail, Calendar And Docs Give Users Offline Access
    http://techcrunch.com/2011/08/31/googles-new-html5-chrome-apps-for-gmail-calendar-and-docs-give-users-offline-access/

    Quote
    Offline access for Gmail and other popular applications is key to the company’s efforts in competing with Microsoft stronghold. The fact that Chrome now offers offline access is a big step in helping Chromebooks and the browser-based OS compete with Windows.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2011, 05:20:26 PM
    A List of Uninstallers for Antivirus and Malware Programs (https://www.evernote.com/shard/s20/sh/ffbf923e-fdd9-402d-99f9-345ed3d89239/0e8e6466d06d267517dda08cc5b0291e)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 02, 2011, 05:29:49 PM
    A List of Uninstallers for Antivirus and Malware Programs (https://www.evernote.com/shard/s20/sh/ffbf923e-fdd9-402d-99f9-345ed3d89239/0e8e6466d06d267517dda08cc5b0291e)
    Combine that link with this one Bob and you really have a complete list of uninstallers

    http://thewebatom.net/uninstallers/security-software/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2011, 05:53:04 PM
    A List of Uninstallers for Antivirus and Malware Programs (https://www.evernote.com/shard/s20/sh/ffbf923e-fdd9-402d-99f9-345ed3d89239/0e8e6466d06d267517dda08cc5b0291e)
    Combine that link with this one Bob and you really have a complete list of uninstallers

    http://thewebatom.net/uninstallers/security-software/

    I prefer the following:
    https://support.avast.com/index.php?languageid=1&group=eng&_m=knowledgebase&_a=viewarticle&kbarticleid=574 (https://support.avast.com/index.php?languageid=1&group=eng&_m=knowledgebase&_a=viewarticle&kbarticleid=574)     
           ( The removal tool for avast! Antivirus (should you ever need it) : http://files.avast.com/files/eng/aswclear6.exe (http://files.avast.com/files/eng/aswclear6.exe))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 02, 2011, 05:58:03 PM
    They all have a few thing's the other doesn't so all combined there the complete list  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on September 03, 2011, 08:49:14 PM
    A List of Uninstallers for Antivirus and Malware Programs (https://www.evernote.com/shard/s20/sh/ffbf923e-fdd9-402d-99f9-345ed3d89239/0e8e6466d06d267517dda08cc5b0291e)
    Combine that link with this one Bob and you really have a complete list of uninstallers

    http://thewebatom.net/uninstallers/security-software/
    Fred De Vries is the major contributor there:
    http://thewebatom.net/about

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=50100.msg675389#msg675389
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2011, 04:56:54 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20110909-0vew-14kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20110909-0vew-14kb)
                                            http://support.microsoft.com/fixit/ (http://support.microsoft.com/fixit/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on September 29, 2011, 01:44:44 AM
    http://blog.mozilla.com/addons/2011/09/28/issue-discovered-with-firefox-add-on-upgrades/

    Addons disappearing on updating to the newest version...

    I actually had this issue, and NoScript simply disappeared. I only noticed when a youtube video loaded without the normal NS block. All I did was reinstall it, and I've only just noticed that all of my settings are the same...

    Interesting...


    [ot]
    Cue the typical YoKenny, IE comment... ::)
    [/ot]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on September 29, 2011, 04:35:02 PM
    http://blog.mozilla.com/addons/2011/09/28/issue-discovered-with-firefox-add-on-upgrades/

    Addons disappearing on updating to the newest version...

    I actually had this issue, and NoScript simply disappeared. I only noticed when a youtube video loaded without the normal NS block. All I did was reinstall it, and I've only just noticed that all of my settings are the same...

    Interesting...

    Mozilla accepts. As mentioned by VG here: http://www.askvg.com/mozilla-releases-add-on-recovery-tool-for-firefox-7-0-to-recover-hidden-add-ons/
    Quote
    Many Firefox users are facing a weird issue after updating their web browser to recently released 7.0 version. All or some of their installed add-ons disappeared after updating to Firefox 7.0 version.

    Mozilla has acknowledged this bug and released an add-on to fix the issue. According to Mozilla, these hidden add-ons and user data are still intact and haven't actually been removed. Mozilla paused new updates to Firefox to minimize the potential impact on users and will soon release an update to fix this issue and ensure all your add-ons are visible and usable.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 07, 2011, 01:57:13 PM
    What do you think about this?
    You can check if your email was leaked from hacked online services.
    http://www.hacknotifier.com

    http://www.ghacks.net/2011/10/07/hacknotifier-check-if-online-accounts-have-been-compromised/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on October 07, 2011, 06:31:23 PM
    Well...you are giving away your email address...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 07, 2011, 07:17:43 PM
    Yes I love these sort of sites, give us some information and we will tell you if it has been harvested (oops yes it has just been harvested), perhaps I'm too trusting NOT.

    I also like the sites where you can test the strength of your passwords ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kyuuketsuki_kurai on October 07, 2011, 10:37:07 PM
    US Military drones have been infected by malware. Though, it doesn't say which one; they do say that it's a keylogger.
    http://gawker.com/5847716/computer-virus-hits-us-drone-fleet
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dwarden on October 07, 2011, 11:59:35 PM
    US Military drones have been infected by malware. Though, it doesn't say which one; they do say that it's a keylogger.
    http://gawker.com/5847716/computer-virus-hits-us-drone-fleet

    time for Avast! to release military version ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kyuuketsuki_kurai on October 08, 2011, 06:57:38 PM
    Maybe they should hire Essexboy....  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 09, 2011, 03:24:29 AM
    Maybe they should hire Essexboy....  ;D
    +1000
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 09, 2011, 07:27:05 PM
    Download “Chrome Remote Desktop” Extension to Remotely Access Computer through Chrome Browser or Chromebook
    Chrome Remote Desktop BETA is fully cross-platform, so you can connect any two computers that have a Chrome browser, including Windows, Linux, Mac and Chromebooks.

    http://www.askvg.com/download-chrome-remote-desktop-extension-to-remotely-access-computer-through-chrome-browser-or-chromebook
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 10, 2011, 03:11:47 PM
    Mount and Access System Restore Points in Windows Using System Restore Explorer
    http://www.askvg.com/mount-and-access-system-restore-points-in-windows-using-system-restore-explorer

    When you decide to restore a file or setting using System Restore, all other files and settings also get restored and you loose your customized settings and new version of files.

    Wouldn't it be great if you could access the whole restore point as a folder in Windows Explorer and then copy and paste the desired file only?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 10, 2011, 03:44:51 PM
    Mount and Access System Restore Points in Windows Using System Restore Explorer
    http://www.askvg.com/mount-and-access-system-restore-points-in-windows-using-system-restore-explorer

    When you decide to restore a file or setting using System Restore, all other files and settings also get restored and you loose your customized settings and new version of files.

    Wouldn't it be great if you could access the whole restore point as a folder in Windows Explorer and then copy and paste the desired file only?
    It only works on Vista and Windows 7
    Quote
    I have tested this tool on Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 beta, unfortunately the SRRemoveRestorePoint function didn’t appear to function as described on Windows XP, so I have had to restrict the use of this tool to Windows Vista and newer (and there is a check in the install and the app
    http://nicbedford.co.uk/software/systemrestoreexplorer
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2011, 04:27:10 PM
    Quote from YoKenney
    It only works on Vista and Windows 7

    Considering that the article clearly states:
    "Its a very easy to use and useful software for Windows Vista and 7 users." I really didn't expect it to work in XP :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 17, 2011, 01:58:22 AM
    WinPatrol is for sale...
    Source (http://twitter.com/WinPatrol/statuses/123936900993130496?_escaped_fragment_=/WinPatrol/status/123936900993130496#!/WinPatrol/status/123936900993130496).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 17, 2011, 02:28:37 AM
    Very interesting, I like the bit about treating existing customers with respect. Probably needs some interpreting, as in 'don't stiff the existing customers.'

    This is the very first tweet I have looked at and boy is it slow loading for a slack handful of words.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: gautam7 on October 17, 2011, 05:03:14 AM
    WinPatrol is for sale...
    Source (http://twitter.com/WinPatrol/statuses/123936900993130496?_escaped_fragment_=/WinPatrol/status/123936900993130496#!/WinPatrol/status/123936900993130496).

    looks like its a rumor
    http://twitter.com/#!/BillP/status/124573986758737920
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 18, 2011, 01:45:32 AM
    Thanks gautam.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: gautam7 on October 18, 2011, 05:42:27 AM
    NP Tech  ;) I was worried about this sale. In the past many good program started to go downhill when they changed hand. Bill is doing great job with winpatrol and i really like it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 18, 2011, 09:08:56 PM
    Google Defaults to Encrypted HTTPS Searches for Logged In Users
    http://lifehacker.com/5850978/google-defaulting-to-encrypted-https-searches-for-logged-in-users
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 18, 2011, 10:55:00 PM
    bob3160 when are you going to go into space to promote avast! ???
    http://www.virgin.com/richard-branson/blog/historic-day-in-new-mexico
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2011, 11:27:18 PM
    bob3160 when are you going to go into space to promote avast! ???
    http://www.virgin.com/richard-branson/blog/historic-day-in-new-mexico
    Just as soon as I get the approval from Avast Software.  ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2011, 12:39:11 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111019-6hmw-102kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111019-6hmw-102kb)

    Nothing like curling up on a comfortable chair with a Good Google Experiment. (http://www.chromeexperiments.com/detail/webgl-bookcase/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on October 20, 2011, 01:09:30 AM
    I'm still undecided when it comes to ebooks...

    I personally prefer a real paper book, always have. They are mine, I can write in them, highlight them, lend them to friends/family etc.

    I think the only books that I would turn around and say yes, give me an ereader and ebooks is when my textbooks are on there, and I can do exactly the same as I do in the real thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 20, 2011, 02:55:34 PM
    Nothing like curling up on a comfortable chair with a Good Google Experiment. (http://www.chromeexperiments.com/detail/webgl-bookcase/)
    Only works with Google Chrome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2011, 03:25:30 PM
    Nothing like curling up on a comfortable chair with a Good Google Experiment. (http://www.chromeexperiments.com/detail/webgl-bookcase/)
    Only works with Google Chrome.

    That's why it's called a Chrome Experiment.  ;D

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111019-6hmw-102kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111019-6hmw-102kb)

    Nothing like curling up on a comfortable chair with a Good Google Experiment. (http://www.chromeexperiments.com/detail/webgl-bookcase/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 20, 2011, 03:38:46 PM
    Nothing like curling up on a comfortable chair with a Good Google Experiment. (http://www.chromeexperiments.com/detail/webgl-bookcase/)
    It does not work on my XP Pro system. :'( 

    I'll try it on my Windows 7 system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 20, 2011, 04:32:20 PM
    I'll try it on my Windows 7 system.
    Works great on my Windows 7 system. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 23, 2011, 07:00:44 PM
    (http://webtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/f10240.jpg) (http://min.us/rBpMI3k)

    An easy way to share files (http://min.us/rBpMI3k). They give you 10 Gig of free storage to use as your own.
    Share files with every one or keep them private.
    You'll find me at: https://minus.com/bob3160#!/1 (https://minus.com/bob3160#!/1)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on October 23, 2011, 07:15:55 PM
    For sharing, I now almost exclusively use Evernote. Since they removed the filetype restrictions for free users, you can attach any filetype to a note and share the note. It is as simple as dragging and dropping the file into the note.

    The only thing to watch is the upload limit, since you are allowed 60mb (free) per 30 days.

    So if you wanted to upload more than that amount, a service like that would be better.

    Also, Box.net has a good free deal at the moment. If you sign up via an ipod/phone then you would get 50gb of storage.
    Though, there is no free desktop app, so uploading from a desktop could be awkward.

    (also, you would need an ipod/phone ;))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on October 23, 2011, 07:35:58 PM
    (also, you would need an ipod/phone ;))
    That lets me out.  :o

    I use Google Picasa
    http://picasa.google.com/features.html

    I'll try it when it comes for Windows 7 Phone.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on October 23, 2011, 07:43:31 PM
    I know, it is a little restrictive. But that is the market they (box.net) are going for at the moment
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 23, 2011, 07:48:45 PM
    Picasa is for pictures and video.
    (http://webtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/f10240.jpg) (http://min.us/rBpMI3k)

    An easy way to share files (http://min.us/rBpMI3k). They give you 10 Gig of free storage to use as your own.
    Share files with every one or keep them private.
    You'll find me at: https://minus.com/bob3160#!/1 (https://minus.com/bob3160#!/1)
    Minus is for all file types.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 23, 2011, 09:56:25 PM
    (http://www.rw-designer.com/rwpaint.png) (http://www.rw-designer.com/image-editor)

    Real World Paint (http://www.rw-designer.com/image-editor) - Free Image Editor and Alternative to Adobe Photoshop

    Has the ability to use native plug-ins for virtually everything (filters, tool, fills, windows, codecs, storage),
    RealWorld Paint (http://www.rw-designer.com/image-editor) is also able to use the vast amount of plug-ins compatible with Adobe Photoshop.

    Direct Download Link (http://download.rw-designer.com/2011.1/RWPaint32.msi)

    Direct Download For The Portable Version (http://download.rw-designer.com/2011.1/RWPaint.zip)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 27, 2011, 05:46:41 PM
    (http://www.macxdvd.com/face/mac-hdv-win.jpg)

    MacX Video Converter Pro (FREE for a limited time.)
    For Windows and Mac
    MacX Video Converter Pro
    Download YouTube video, Convert HD & SD videos to the format compatible with iPhone, iPad,
    iTunes, iMovie, Blackberry, Android, PSP, mobile phone, etc.

    The FREE offer is only good for another 10 days and available at:
    http://www.macxdvd.com/special-offer/ (http://www.macxdvd.com/special-offer/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on October 28, 2011, 06:56:11 PM
    Canonical Seek To Allay Windows 8 ‘Secure Boot’ Fears

    Quote
    Canonical and Red Hat propose a different solution in their whitepaper, one that provides users with both the security afforded by Secure Boot, but also allows the addition of additional software and OSes – such as Linux – to the approval list.

    This would, it’s hoped, allow users to run both Windows 8 and Linux, be it installed or on live media, on a PC with Secure Boot enabled.

    Further still, the white paper suggests that PCs ship with a user-friendly interface for disabling/enabling secure boot altogether.

    http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2011/10/canonical-seek-to-allay-windows-8-secure-boot-fears/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 03, 2011, 02:21:03 PM
    Gmail's new look (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/gmails-new-look.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 03, 2011, 02:29:12 PM
    Gmail's new look (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/gmails-new-look.html)
    I like it and am using it now.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 03, 2011, 03:54:14 PM
    Gmail's new look (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/gmails-new-look.html)
    I like it and am using it now.  :)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111103-zgz2-21kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111103-zgz2-21kb)

    Me too. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: gautam7 on November 03, 2011, 04:38:51 PM
    Me too these new themes are quite nice and now gmail seem more elegant  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 03, 2011, 05:23:49 PM
    Gmail's new look (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/gmails-new-look.html)
    I absolutely hate the new look with it's vast wasteland of pure white and no borders around anything. I told them so in a feedback but I'm sure it will have no impact. Being that I only go to the actual Gmail page about once a month just to clean out the trash folder, I don't really care that much how it looks though. I get the mail through Windows Mail and I have a custom rule for Gmail that bypasses the Spam filter and sends me everything. The mail also gets deleted automatically but annoyingly ends up in the trash folder. GMX does not do that. When my GMX mail is retrieved by Windows Mail and automatically removed from the server, it's completely gone. It does not go in the trash folder. Only mail you delete manually on the GMX page itself will wind up in trash. Gmail should work the same way and it's one of the reasons why it will never be my main or default provider.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 03, 2011, 05:41:32 PM
    Email like browsers are something you get used to.
    In the beginning I also downloaded everything to my computer by using Outlook Express or one of the other programs
    and wasted all that hard drive space on my computer.
    Now, the only things I store on my hard drive are the items that are important to me. I actually forward the important email
    to the email address that's checked by Live Mail.
    The rest can remain on their (google's) server.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 03, 2011, 08:49:05 PM
    Email like browsers are something you get used to.
    In the beginning I also downloaded everything to my computer by using Outlook Express or one of the other programs
    and wasted all that hard drive space on my computer.
    Now, the only things I store on my hard drive are the items that are important to me. I actually forward the important email
    to the email address that's checked by Live Mail.
    The rest can remain on their (google's) server.
    You're not wasting hard drive space if you delete the mail after reading it. I almost always do that. I have a special folder in Windows Mail called Stored Mail where I keep the ones I might need or want to read again. There are never more than 10 in there and even they get cleaned out eventually.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 03, 2011, 10:43:43 PM
    Quote
    You're not wasting hard drive space if you delete the mail after reading it.
    Since I'm always on-line, why waste the extra time to download what's already visible at Gmail ???
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2011, 02:22:22 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111104-ufzr-16kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111104-ufzr-16kb)

    http://www.tweak-me.biz/p/download.html (http://www.tweak-me.biz/p/download.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 12, 2011, 03:34:03 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111112-z6c9-9kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111112-z6c9-9kb)

                              Boy have you changed from when I first bought one. (http://www.commodoreusa.net/CUSA_C64Select.aspx) :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on November 12, 2011, 03:43:19 PM
    Aaah the good old Commodore 64 I remember the good old days ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 12, 2011, 09:36:43 PM
    It's cool but they're limiting their sales potential in two big ways. First by making it only run Linux and secondly by having a weak graphics implementation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 12, 2011, 09:42:00 PM
    It's cool but they're limiting their sales potential in two big ways. First by making it only run Linux and secondly by having a weak graphics implementation.
    I certainly don't need and i7 to run Linux.  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 15, 2011, 12:35:31 AM
    For the IE9 users among us, I found a neat little addon to block ads and tracking. I wasn't blocking ads at all since adblock wanted money for the service but there is one site I visit every day, mmo-champion.com, that was loading it's ads so slowly that I couldn't even scroll the page until they were finished loading. I tried the addon I found and there are no more ads or loading problems. You can find the addon at   http://privacychoice.org/trackerblock/ie9 .  It's totally free and the list gets updated every week automatically. As an alternative, you can also use EasyList which is based on the same list used by AdBlockPlus and updates every 5 days. You get that one at   https://easylist.adblockplus.org/en/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 15, 2011, 12:52:03 AM
    For the IE9 users among us, I found a neat little addon to block ads and tracking. I wasn't blocking ads at all since adblock wanted money for the service but there is one site I visit every day, mmo-champion.com, that was loading it's ads so slowly that I couldn't even scroll the page until they were finished loading. I tried the addon I found and there are no more ads or loading problems. You can find the addon at   http://privacychoice.org/trackerblock/ie9 .  It's totally free and the list gets updated every week automatically. As an alternative, you can also use EasyList which is based on the same list used by AdBlockPlus.  https://easylist.adblockplus.org/en/
    I use hpHosts and MVPS HOSTS files to block ads and tracking.

    It works on XP, Vista and Windows 7.  ;D

    Plus hpHosts file is updated daily.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on November 15, 2011, 01:01:10 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    Also available for Chrome users: http://privacychoice.org/trackerblock/chrome
    In Europe we have an opt out initiative on certain sites like: "youronlinechoices".
    See at: http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/nl/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 15, 2011, 01:33:28 AM
    For Chrome I use an extension called AdBlock and it works very well, It actually uses the Easylist and a custom list of it's own by default. It also has the option to use the list from PrivacyChoice and a lot of others.

    The Easylist in IE9 doesn't seem to work as well as the PrivacyChoice one and seems to slow page loads while letting some ads through.

    I was also wrong about how often PrivacyChoice updates. It's every 3 days and Easylist is every 5 days.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on November 20, 2011, 06:15:19 AM
    Microsoft Security Essentials Beta Program Sign Up

    "The new version of Microsoft Security Essentials comes with a new protection engine offering enhanced detection and cleanup capabilities. One of the improvements in this regard is automatic malware remediation, which basically means that the security application can clean “high-impact malware infections automatically” without user interaction."


    http://www.ghacks.net/2011/11/19/microsoft-security-essentials-beta-program-sign-up/


    It also says the new MSE will have a simplified user interface, which I find hard to believe as the interface is already VERY easy to use.



    Here's a full list of the changes.

    http://blogs.technet.com/b/mmpc/archive/2011/11/18/microsoft-security-essentials-beta-registration-opens.aspx?wa=wsignin1.0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2011, 05:01:24 PM
    I've installed MSE Beta on my Windows 8 Developers Preview Partition.
    Here are some screen shots:

    (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MSE%20Beta/th_m_20111120-dqbs-61kb.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/MSE%20Beta/?action=view&current=d030c0d8.pbw)

    (Click on the image for a slideshow)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 20, 2011, 07:26:03 PM
    I've installed MSE Beta on my Windows 8 Developers Preview Partition.
    Right now, the only av solution for the Windows 8 Developers Preview :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2011, 08:29:55 PM
    I've installed MSE Beta on my Windows 8 Developers Preview Partition.
    Right now, the only av solution for the Windows 8 Developers Preview :'(
    It will be replaced with avast! as soon as it's available for this version. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 21, 2011, 08:34:07 PM
    (http://www.hardwipe.com/images/hardwipe_screenshot.png)

    Hardwipe (http://www.hardwipe.com/) is a free document shredder for your computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 22, 2011, 12:01:32 AM
    Hardwipe (http://www.hardwipe.com/) is a free document shredder for your computer.
    For Windows 7 users only!
    Quote
    Designed for Windows 7!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TedNelly on November 22, 2011, 05:16:45 AM
    Cheers Bob nice find (http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/4f9e2.jpg) (http://www.freeimagehosting.net)


    Requirements: Windows 7, Vista, XP

    Working well on XP SP3
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 22, 2011, 01:05:04 PM
    ‘Tis the season for Chromebooks
    The Chrome team elves have been busy packing a few goodies into Chromebooks in time for the upcoming holiday season.
     
    http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/tis-season-for-chromebooks.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 22, 2011, 03:21:37 PM
    ‘Tis the season for Chromebooks
    The Chrome team elves have been busy packing a few goodies into Chromebooks in time for the upcoming holiday season.
     
    http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/tis-season-for-chromebooks.html
    I prefer my own log-in page:  ;D ;D

    (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-iElQBnVM1Ik/TsuuXVcJ6BI/AAAAAAAAKv8/JKtWPcTBNUQ/s640/IMG_3661.JPG)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TedNelly on November 23, 2011, 01:16:38 PM
    Not much time left to download this one but worth a look  385Meg Download

    (http://www.freeimagehosting.net/t/e5f26.jpg) (http://www.freeimagehosting.net/e5f26)
    Click to Enlarge


    Xara Photo & Graphic Designer v5 used to cost $89, in the days before it was superseded by a later version.  At the moment, you can get it totally free.

    Expires 24/11/2011
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 23, 2011, 02:29:32 PM
    Not much time left to download this one but worth a look  385Meg Download

    (http://www.freeimagehosting.net/t/e5f26.jpg) (http://www.freeimagehosting.net/e5f26)
    Click to Enlarge


    Xara Photo & Graphic Designer v5 used to cost $89, in the days before it was superseded by a later version.  At the moment, you can get it totally free.

    Expires 24/11/2011


    To download go to:
    http://dl03.magix.net/xtrphogrades5_silver_en.exe?dwl=1 (http://dl03.magix.net/xtrphogrades5_silver_en.exe?dwl=1)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 24, 2011, 10:09:23 PM
    Download Full Version of Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Edition Free
    http://www.askvg.com/download-full-version-of-microsoft-office-2010-starter-edition-free
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: cod head on November 25, 2011, 04:51:33 PM
    Download Full Version of Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Edition Free
    http://www.askvg.com/download-full-version-of-microsoft-office-2010-starter-edition-free

    Just downloaded it Tech.Thank you for the heads up.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 25, 2011, 06:36:09 PM
    Just downloaded it Tech.Thank you for the heads up.  ;D
    You're welcome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 25, 2011, 09:01:46 PM
    Download Full Version of Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Edition Free
    http://www.askvg.com/download-full-version-of-microsoft-office-2010-starter-edition-free
    Be advised that now you may experience problems with System Restore. Office 2010 is known to conflict with the Shadow Copy Service and try to create restore points for the mysterious Q drive that is created. This often causes restore points to become corrupted and unusable. I would highly recommend using Office 2007 instead.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 25, 2011, 09:40:07 PM
    Download Full Version of Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Edition Free
    http://www.askvg.com/download-full-version-of-microsoft-office-2010-starter-edition-free
    Be advised that now you may experience problems with System Restore. Office 2010 is known to conflict with the Shadow Copy Service and try to create restore points for the mysterious Q drive that is created. This often causes restore points to become corrupted and unusable. I would highly recommend using Office 2007 instead.
    I've been using Office 2010 since it was first released and have never had any problems with either
    system restore or the Windows Image backup process.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 26, 2011, 11:06:51 AM
    Download Full Version of Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Edition Free
    http://www.askvg.com/download-full-version-of-microsoft-office-2010-starter-edition-free
    Be advised that now you may experience problems with System Restore. Office 2010 is known to conflict with the Shadow Copy Service and try to create restore points for the mysterious Q drive that is created. This often causes restore points to become corrupted and unusable. I would highly recommend using Office 2007 instead.
    I've been using Office 2010 since it was first released and have never had any problems with either
    system restore or the Windows Image backup process.
    I had problems with the Starter Edition corrupting restore points and if you Google it, you'll find I'm not the only one. It mainly happens if you have installed the click to run part. The virtualization is where the problem lies.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 26, 2011, 11:47:04 AM
    Thanks Dch48. I'll investigate first.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on November 26, 2011, 02:00:32 PM
    WinPatrol PLUS 14th Birthday Winners
    http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2011/11/winpatrol-plus-14th-birthday-winners.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: nmb on November 26, 2011, 04:11:18 PM
    WinPatrol PLUS 14th Birthday Winners
    http://billpstudios.blogspot.com/2011/11/winpatrol-plus-14th-birthday-winners.html

    I didn't win :(

    But happy birthday win patrol. Thank you for the free software, it certainly helps. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 01, 2011, 11:35:44 AM
    Launch VirtualBox Machines from Start Menu
    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Launch-VirtualBox-Machines-from-Start-Menu-237518.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on December 01, 2011, 03:52:44 PM
    (http://toolbar.lavasoft.com/style/images/adaware-logo.png)

    http://toolbar.lavasoft.com
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 14, 2011, 12:44:47 AM
    (http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/lifehacker/2011/12/0800-chrome-power-users-guide-dachis.jpg)
    The Always Up-to-Date Power User's Guide to Chrome (http://lifehacker.com/5867446/the-always-up+to+date-power-users-guide-to-chrome)

    (http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/lifehacker/2011/12/0800-firefox-power-users-guide-whitson.jpg)
    The Always Up-to-Date Power User's Guide to Firefox (http://lifehacker.com/5867444/the-always-up+to+date-power-users-guide-to-firefox)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 16, 2011, 03:08:49 PM
    Microsoft to begin automatic Internet Explorer upgrades in 2012 (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-to-begin-automatic-internet-explorer-upgrades-in-2012/4267?tag=nl.e539)
    In January 2012, Microsoft will begin installing the latest version of Internet Explorer on Windows PCs automatically, via Windows Update.
    Will it be IE9 or IE 10 ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 16, 2011, 03:26:58 PM
    Microsoft to begin automatic Internet Explorer upgrades in 2012 (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-to-begin-automatic-internet-explorer-upgrades-in-2012/4267?tag=nl.e539)
    In January 2012, Microsoft will begin installing the latest version of Internet Explorer on Windows PCs automatically, via Windows Update.
    Will it be IE9 or IE 10 ???
    As long as someone sends me money for a system that can run IE 10.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 16, 2011, 03:39:02 PM
    Microsoft to begin automatic Internet Explorer upgrades in 2012 (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-to-begin-automatic-internet-explorer-upgrades-in-2012/4267?tag=nl.e539)
    In January 2012, Microsoft will begin installing the latest version of Internet Explorer on Windows PCs automatically, via Windows Update.
    Will it be IE9 or IE 10 ???
    As long as someone sends me money for a system that can run IE 10.  ;)


    If you can run windows 7, you can run Windows 8 Developers Copy and it already comes with IE 10.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 16, 2011, 11:31:59 PM
    Microsoft to begin automatic Internet Explorer upgrades in 2012 (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-to-begin-automatic-internet-explorer-upgrades-in-2012/4267?tag=nl.e539)
    In January 2012, Microsoft will begin installing the latest version of Internet Explorer on Windows PCs automatically, via Windows Update.
    Will it be IE9 or IE 10 ???
    From what I read, Vista and 7 users will get IE10 (if available, if not, then 9). XP users will still only get 8 if they don't already have it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on December 17, 2011, 12:32:43 AM
    Christmas at Opera Labs: 64-bit Opera, and out-of-process plug-ins

    http://dev.opera.com/articles/view/64-bit-opera-and-out-of-process-plug-ins/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 17, 2011, 07:09:32 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on December 18, 2011, 10:37:09 AM
    Google's Latest Easter Egg: Let It Snow

    http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2397781,00.asp

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 18, 2011, 05:30:45 PM
    Better Explorer 2.0.0.631 Alpha
    Project Description

    This is a replacement for the standard Windows Explorer  with more features for more convenience. One of that is Tabs, Ribbon interface, additional conditional tabs and so on!

    This Project is designed for use with Windows 7 (according to Microsoft specifications it should work with Vista but is not tested).

    http://bexplorer.codeplex.com
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2011, 05:55:08 PM
    Are you using it ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 18, 2011, 05:56:48 PM
    Are you using it ???
    Yes. 
    On my Windows 7 system.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 19, 2011, 12:04:31 AM
    Oh no, not the dreaded ribbon interface--I hate that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 19, 2011, 01:49:51 AM
    Yep MS really have a thing about the ribbon interface, you join many that feel the same way about it in MS Orifice...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 19, 2011, 02:20:04 AM
    You better get used to it. In windows 8 it's even used on Windows Explorer.

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111219-uart-86kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111219-uart-86kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 19, 2011, 03:17:45 AM
    I think windows 8 has other things to dislike ;D

    Metro win 7.5 mobile style interface even on the desktop PC. Here is one that is hoping that doesn't survive through to Gold release.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 19, 2011, 05:56:14 AM
    You better get used to it. In windows 8 it's even used on Windows Explorer.

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111219-uart-86kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20111219-uart-86kb)

    Yes, I know Bob and that's just another reason why I have no intention of going to Win 8 when it comes out.  Almost every gamer, casual or hard core, is saying that they will stay with Win 7. It's mainly because of the Metro interface which the majority of all people, not only gamers, seem to have serious reservations about. I may be wrong, but I think MS is going to have a hard time getting anybody but the ones who buy a new machine with it pre-installed to adopt Win 8. I'm fully expecting to see many of the new machine buyers "downgrading" to Win 7. Even more than those who went back to XP from Vista.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 19, 2011, 02:15:08 PM
    I've been using it almost exclusively since it was first available.
    It's much faster than windows 7 and I open directly to the desktop
    I don't even pay attention to the Metro Style Desktop.
    Since we still find people using Win 98 SE, it's obvious that change comes very
    slowly to some.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on December 19, 2011, 02:32:05 PM
    I'm fully expecting to see many of the new machine buyers "downgrading" to Win 7. Even more than those who went back to XP from Vista.

    It is easy to see who is a stick-in-the mud type.

    It is obvious that bob3160 is not that type. 

    My favorite quote is:
    “Change is inevitable - except from a vending machine.”
     Robert C. Gallagher 
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 19, 2011, 02:39:26 PM
    It is called choice, you don't have to buy what you don't like.

    I'm sure your favourite quote could just as easily say 'getting/buying what you want is inevitable - except from Microsoft.'

    There are lots of indications that the Metro interface on a desktop system will be as popular as a f4rt in a lift. So if they don't change the defaults before Gold, why should those who don't like it buy it, just because of change, not all change is good, like your favourite OS MS Vista :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on December 19, 2011, 03:07:25 PM
    I think that as long as Microsoft make it possible to completely disable the metro interface, then they wont have too much trouble...

    I don't think that the metro interface is useful on anything but a touch screen

    I don't like the ribbon either, takes up too much space...

    (OT) - come on David you know not to bad mouth MS in front of YoKenny ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 19, 2011, 04:02:19 PM
    That's the current problem, the Metro is the default and although you can switch to a more conventional interface, it doesn't stick and after a reboot it is back to the Metro. That is what many are screaming about in forums, blogs and newsletters.

    I don't give a stuff if I upset MS (or YoKenny) when it is my money and not Micro$oft's (or YoKenny's) money. I will buy what I want not what they feel/think I want.

    I now have a nice new shiny Samsung Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.0.1 (learning how to use that now), so not all change is bad ;D

    I don't even have to put up with a phone with MS windows mobile 7.5 Metro OS interface :P
    Though some would say that would have been an advantage if and when I every use win8, but then again I wouldn't be able to use the avast! Mobile Security package ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on December 19, 2011, 04:12:23 PM
    I now have a nice new shiny Samsung Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.0.1 (learning how to use that now), so not all change is bad ;D

    I don't even have to put up with a phone with MS windows mobile 7.5 Metro OS interface :P
    Though some would say that would have been an advantage if and when I every use win8, but then again I wouldn't be able to use the avast! Mobile Security package ;D
    I don't think that the metro interface on a phone would be that bad...since that is what it was originally designed for. I have tried a html5 (I think) demo of the tiles interface and it seems to work well, and is quite simple.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 19, 2011, 04:30:00 PM
    No, by all accounts on a touch screen smart phone or tablet or netbook the Metro interface isn't at question is is the forcing of desktop users into the same jelly mould that is the issue.

    It is more that MS seem to think that the desktop is dead already so they are effectively discounting it long before that is even close, if it ever happens. There are just too many applications that aren't suited to tiny screens.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on December 20, 2011, 08:43:44 AM
    FTC to refund rogue security software victims

    "The United States Federal Trade Commission announced that it will begin issuing refunds to 300,000 consumers that were victims of several rogue security software scams"

    http://blogs.technet.com/b/mmpc/archive/2011/12/14/ftc-to-refund-rogue-security-software-victims.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rednose on December 20, 2011, 09:40:05 AM
    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.60 Beta is available :

    http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=102515

    You have to sign in to get the Beta ;)

    Greetz, Red.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 20, 2011, 01:51:48 PM
    I got the December MBAM newsletter this morning about the forthcoming 1.6 version and there is an offer with that. MBAM now have a partner deal with Acronis.

    So if anyone was looking for a Hard disk imaging software you can get (pre-order) MBAM Pro 1.6 and Acronis True Image for $24.95. Shame I already have MBAM Pro, but almost worth it to get the deal on Acronis. Offer ends 31 December 2011.

    I haven't checked to see if this offer is on the MBAM site.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2011, 03:14:52 PM
    I bought a lic. for MBAM Pro some time back when they had one of their specials.
    Since I never used it, this was as good a time as any. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 20, 2011, 04:55:58 PM
    Yes, I have two pro licenses, but I was thinking it is a good deal for true image even without the mbam pro license.

    Whilst I'm happy with my old Drive Image software on winXP it is old and not compatible with win7, so I'm using the normal win7 backup function. But I really am not confident in it I like the greater flexibility of the drive imaging software.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2011, 05:32:36 PM
    Yes, I have two pro licenses, but I was thinking it is a good deal for true image even without the mbam pro license.

    Whilst I'm happy with my old Drive Image software on winXP it is old and not compatible with win7, so I'm using the normal win7 backup function. But I really am not confident in it I like the greater flexibility of the drive imaging software.
    You don't have to worry about the image backup created by Windows 7  I can personally attest to
    it's ability to get you out of a jam.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 20, 2011, 05:40:07 PM
    Yes, I have two pro licenses, but I was thinking it is a good deal for true image even without the mbam pro license.

    Whilst I'm happy with my old Drive Image software on winXP it is old and not compatible with win7, so I'm using the normal win7 backup function. But I really am not confident in it I like the greater flexibility of the drive imaging software.
    You don't have to worry about the image backup created by Windows 7  I can personally attest to
    it's ability to get you out of a jam.  ;D
    +1 The windows 7 imaging works great, i sometimes use it several times a week to get rid of any trialing softwares and its never messed up for me  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 22, 2011, 04:57:47 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: true indian on December 25, 2011, 04:33:36 AM
    Comodo 5.9 official version released 4 days ago!

    Grab and enjoy!  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2011, 04:58:02 AM
    Comodo 5.9 official version released 4 days ago!

    Grab and enjoy!  ;D
    I thought this was the avast forum ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: true indian on December 25, 2011, 05:35:04 AM
    But what if i give a release on other software such as given MBAM. ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gargamel360 on December 25, 2011, 07:48:55 AM
    But what if i give a release on other software such as given MBAM. ::)
    Don't mind Bob, he just has a bad history with Comodo, Mad Mileh does not like him. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: true indian on December 25, 2011, 07:58:05 AM
    Hey!

    dont mind if i call u gargi ;)

    i love comodo and avast!  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 25, 2011, 10:17:29 AM
    But what if i give a release on other software such as given MBAM. ::)
    Well the difference is Comodo is a AV which is avast competition where as Malwarebytes is not an AV, it is designed to compliment your antivirus.

    So i believe Bob was justified in what he said, but if this were an update notification to just the firewall then that would be fine but the notice should also be placed in the updates thread.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 25, 2011, 01:33:14 PM
    You don't have to use the AV part of Comodo. You can use just the Firewall if you wish to. I do agree though that CIS is a competitor to AIS. The notice of the new Comodo version was posted in the Updates board a few days ago and that's where it belongs, if anywhere.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2011, 02:00:07 PM
    You don't have to use the AV part of Comodo. You can use just the Firewall if you wish to. I do agree though that CIS is a competitor to AIS. The notice of the new Comodo version was posted in the Updates board a few days ago and that's where it belongs, if anywhere.
    Totally agree and the announcement should be for the Firewall only.
    Mileh's apparent problem with me has nothing to do with the product itself.
    I happen to recommend Comodo's Firewall and some others to those that ask for a free Firewall.
    Mileh apparently has problems with lots of people and the AV industry as a whole.  ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 26, 2011, 01:36:23 PM
    X-Ray is a software created by raymond.cc that automates submission of files that you think is suspicious to 31 (Avast, AVG, Avira, Bitdefender, ClamAV, Comodo, Dr.Web, Emsisoft, ESET, CA, Fortinet, F-Prot, F-Secure, Ikarus, K7Antivirus, Kaspersky, McAfee, Microsoft, Norman, nProtect, Panda, PC Tools, Prevx, Rising, SUPERAntiSpyware, Symantec, TheHacker, VBA32, Vipre, ViRobot, VirusBuster) antivirus companies for manual analysis by virus analyst professionals with a click of a button.


    Features
    - Automatically submit files to 31 different antivirus companies via email or web based submission method for manual analysis.
    - Change submission method for a particular antivirus from Settings
    - Test email settings
    - Retrieve latest scan report from VirusTotal
    - Send file to VirusTotal for scanning
    - Two methods of sending files to VirusTotal (Email and API)
    - Automatic failover when chosen method for sending suspicious files to VirusTotal fails
    - Copying MD5 hash and results to clipboard via right click context menu.
    - History (VirusTotal detection report and Analysis Submission date & time)
    - Auto Update
    - Support Windows XP/Vista/7 (32bit & 64bit)
    - Freeware (no spyware or adware embedded)

    http://www.raymond.cc/xray/XRay.zip

    For more info: http://www.raymond.cc/blog/xray/

    Source: https://forums.comodo.com/other-security-products/submit-your-samples-to-malware-analysts-t79654.0.html;msg570923#msg570923
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 27, 2011, 01:27:32 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 27, 2011, 02:07:22 PM
    You don't have to use the AV part of Comodo. You can use just the Firewall if you wish to. I do agree though that CIS is a competitor to AIS. The notice of the new Comodo version was posted in the Updates board a few days ago and that's where it belongs, if anywhere.
    Totally agree and the announcement should be for the Firewall only.
    Mileh's apparent problem with me has nothing to do with the product itself.
    I happen to recommend Comodo's Firewall and some others to those that ask for a free Firewall.
    Mileh apparently has problems with lots of people and the AV industry as a whole.  ;D ;D

    Melih seems to like promoting himself as the savior of the computing masses and doesn't take kindly to those who question his vision. You do have to give him some credit though for offering as much as he does free of charge.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 27, 2011, 03:55:56 PM
    Lots of free utilities to help you in customizing and tweaking Windows OS (http://www.askvg.com/downloads/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    This should keep you busy for a while....  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on December 28, 2011, 05:04:34 PM
    Defiantly going to keep me busy with the themes. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on December 28, 2011, 05:27:57 PM
    VLC Media Player Nightly

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 03, 2012, 06:08:25 PM
    IOBIT is giving away 10GB Free Storage

    I don't trust Iobit but here is something if you want to upload some files.

    (https://www.cx.com/img/landing_pages/icn-landing-10GB-free-text.jpeg)

    (https://www.cx.com/img/iobit-cx-icons.png)

    It would be nice if you clicked my referral link as given below instead of the main link as given in the last line. I get an extra 300MB :D

    https://www.cx.com/mycx/referral_signup/FQXkCjUyEeGG7RIBOAQptg

    https://www.cx.com/iobit/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 03, 2012, 06:16:36 PM
    I don't trust Iobit but here is something if you want to upload some files.

    Not really persuasive. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 03, 2012, 06:19:35 PM
    I don't trust Iobit but here is something if you want to upload some files.

    Not really persuasive. ;D

    :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 03, 2012, 06:20:34 PM
     XP still top OS, but Windows 7 hot on its trail

    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2012/01/03/netappos.PNG)

    http://news.cnet.com/8301-10805_3-57351192-75/xp-still-top-os-but-windows-7-hot-on-its-trail/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 03, 2012, 06:35:47 PM
    I don't trust Iobit but here is something if you want to upload some files.

    Not really persuasive. ;D

    I can't believe you are even suggesting this, I wouldn't give iobit the time of day, much less responsibility for the security of my data.

    I don't have any on-line data storage account and if I ever chose to do so iobit would be last in line.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 03, 2012, 06:44:06 PM
    I don't trust Iobit but here is something if you want to upload some files.

    Not really persuasive. ;D

    I can't believe you are even suggesting this, I wouldn't give iobit the time of day, much less responsibility for the security of my data.

    I don't have any on-line data storage account and if I ever chose to do so iobit would be last in line.
    This actually has nothing to do with IObit :
    https://www.cx.com/ (https://www.cx.com/)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120103-1cec-28kb.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 03, 2012, 07:06:43 PM
    Then I would have to ask Chris what the whole iobit image and blurb is about ?

    But, for me Guilt by association has a lot to answer for ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 03, 2012, 09:51:07 PM
    Then I would have to ask Chris what the whole iobit image and blurb is about ?

    But, for me Guilt by association has a lot to answer for ;D

    @ everyone

    I never expected any company to be this slimy  :-X

    (http://i41.tinypic.com/ri4yh3.jpg)

    I don't store my personal files on the cloud. Just programs. So I thought, it would be helpful for people who upload programs which doesn't have any sensitive information.

    Thanks to Bob who checked it out.

    It turns out that Iobit is the most slimy company I have ever seen.

    As you see, I clicked on that link on the program and I ended up here :

    (http://i43.tinypic.com/10ndy5h.jpg)

    But In reality,

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120103-1cec-28kb.jpg)

    Yes, I won't be having even a slight thing to do with Iobit anymore  :-X
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: scythe944 on January 04, 2012, 12:31:51 AM
    Quote
    Yes, I won't be having even a slight thing to do with Iobit anymore 

    I second that revelation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 04, 2012, 01:03:52 AM
    Who trusts iObit anymore?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2012, 02:04:30 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-ynwu-20kb.jpg)

    What is Windows Defender Offline Beta? (http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/what-is-windows-defender-offline)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-uhnl-46kb.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2012, 02:14:46 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-0gyd-44kb.jpg)
    If you ever need to edit the Context Menu (Right Click) then you need this free tool.

    http://www.bartdart.com/ (http://www.bartdart.com/)   Scroll down the list to Context Menu Editor.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2012, 04:02:04 PM
    The next time that you have a proiblem with Windows 7 (Also works in Windows 8 Developers Copy)
    Why not use a tool that's already built into the operating system to solve your problem ???

    Win7's built-in Problem Steps Recorder

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-fwic-9kb.jpg)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-ufot-18kb.jpg)

    How do I use Problem Steps Recorder?
    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-GB/windows7/How-do-I-use-Problem-Steps-Recorder

    Video demo of how to use this function:
    http://youtu.be/NdFMqz8VMk4

    Here's the information you'll need to set up a shortcut on your desktop:

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-jyfk-2kb.jpg)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120105-l6vp-39kb.jpg)

    Next time you run into a re-occurring problem, give this a try and become a Computer Guru.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 06, 2012, 12:32:11 PM
    BitTorrent declares war on Dropbox, sharing services
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/igeneration/bittorrent-declares-war-on-dropbox-sharing-services/14337
    They claim for: No more storage limits. No more fees. Just simple and free file sharing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 06, 2012, 01:21:10 PM
    BitTorrent declares war on Dropbox, sharing services
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/igeneration/bittorrent-declares-war-on-dropbox-sharing-services/14337
    They claim for: No more storage limits. No more fees. Just simple and free file sharing.

    Pretty interesting...but I need to connect my Facebook with their app and can only share my files with my Facebook Friends.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2012, 01:34:00 PM
    BitTorrent declares war on Dropbox, sharing services
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/igeneration/bittorrent-declares-war-on-dropbox-sharing-services/14337
    They claim for: No more storage limits. No more fees. Just simple and free file sharing.

    Pretty interesting...but I need to connect my Facebook with their app and can only share my files with my Facebook Friends.
    I don't allow BitTorrent on my computer and this wants access to Facebook and all my friends etc ???
    No way. That's like letting the fox into the hen house because the fox said it's going to be a good boy.  :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 06, 2012, 02:23:43 PM
    BitTorrent declares war on Dropbox, sharing services
    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/igeneration/bittorrent-declares-war-on-dropbox-sharing-services/14337
    They claim for: No more storage limits. No more fees. Just simple and free file sharing.

    Pretty interesting...but I need to connect my Facebook with their app and can only share my files with my Facebook Friends.
    I don't allow BitTorrent on my computer and this wants access to Facebook and all my friends etc ???
    No way. That's like letting the fox into the hen house because the fox said it's going to be a good boy.  :(
    No way do I use BitTorrent on my computers nor do I use any Facebook apps as they leak private information:
    Facebook Apps Leak Private Info to Advertisers
    http://www.securitynewsdaily.com/facebook-app-leaks-private-information-0204
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 06, 2012, 06:46:23 PM
    I do use Bit Torrent. If you play World of Warcraft, as I have been doing since 2005, you have no choice as their updating and patching system uses the bit torrent protocols to download. You get part of the files from their servers and part from other players who have already downloaded it. I also use uTorrent on rare occasions when it's the best or only way to get something I want. I have encountered bad files but my AV of choice at the time has always detected the bad parts. Avast is particularly effective for bit torrent protection. I did register a long time ago for a Facebook account but I haven't used it in a few years.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on January 06, 2012, 10:46:59 PM
    NoScript Version 2.2.5 ;)
    http://noscript.net/?ver=2.2.5
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2012, 11:49:06 PM
    NoScript Version 2.2.5 ;)
    http://noscript.net/?ver=2.2.5
    I think this should have been place in the Updates thread.  :) 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 07, 2012, 12:23:03 PM
    Here is an interesting Search Engine :

    You can even switch of the ads in the settings. It doesn't collect any data.

    (https://duckduckgo.com/nduck.v105.png)

    https://duckduckgo.com

    Just check out the settings

    https://duckduckgo.com/settings.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 07, 2012, 03:30:19 PM
    How to Disable “Speed up Browsing by Disabling Add-ons” Popup Notification Message in Internet Explorer?
    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-speed-up-browsing-by-disabling-add-ons-popup-notification-message-in-internet-explorer/

    Haven't these notifications get in your nerves?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 07, 2012, 03:31:59 PM
    Here is an interesting Search Engine :

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=28748.msg628336#msg628336
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=61406.0
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=87515.0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on January 07, 2012, 03:36:29 PM
    How to Disable “Speed up Browsing by Disabling Add-ons” Popup Notification Message in Internet Explorer?
    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-speed-up-browsing-by-disabling-add-ons-popup-notification-message-in-internet-explorer/

    Haven't these notifications get in your nerves?

    Yes, when I occasionally use IE, they have. Noted for when I use it next, thanks Tech :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 07, 2012, 03:55:07 PM
    How to Disable “Speed up Browsing by Disabling Add-ons” Popup Notification Message in Internet Explorer?
    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-speed-up-browsing-by-disabling-add-ons-popup-notification-message-in-internet-explorer/

    Haven't these notifications get in your nerves?
    Those notifications do not bother me at all on my XP Pro system but have noticed it usually once or twice per day on my Windows 7 system with IE9 so it does not get on my nerves.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2012, 03:57:36 PM
    How to Disable “Speed up Browsing by Disabling Add-ons” Popup Notification Message in Internet Explorer?
    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-speed-up-browsing-by-disabling-add-ons-popup-notification-message-in-internet-explorer/

    Haven't these notifications get in your nerves?

    Yes, when I occasionally use IE, they have. Noted for when I use it next, thanks Tech :)

    I found that using the Group Policy Editor

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120107-bcre-16kb.jpg)

    to be the easiest method to make the change.

    Once you right click on “Speed up Browsing by Disabling Add-ons” simply select edit
    and in the screen that pops up,

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120107-dlvb-78kb.jpg)

    select Enable then Apply and OK.

    Annoyance resolved, :)



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 07, 2012, 04:07:40 PM
    I found that using the Group Policy Editor
    Note: Group Policy Editor is not available in XP Home.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on January 08, 2012, 10:02:25 AM
    VirusTotal (New Version) - Moving to Google App Engine

    More info: http://blog.virustotal.com/2011/12/moving-to-google-app-engine.html

    New URL for VT: https://new.virustotal.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 08, 2012, 10:11:36 AM
    VirusTotal (New Version) - Moving to Google App Engine

    More info: http://blog.virustotal.com/2011/12/moving-to-google-app-engine.html

    Thanks, very interesting info. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 08, 2012, 12:58:18 PM
    Yes, very interesting.  Hopefully they will update their firefox add-on VTZilla to be compatible with FF9 and to use the new.virustotal.com site not the old one. Also the windows desktop submission tool (context/right click menu program), not sure if that is what they are talking about in the public API reference.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 08, 2012, 02:53:25 PM
    I found that using the Group Policy Editor
    Note: Group Policy Editor is not available in XP Home.
    It's not in Win 7 Home Premium either. I downloaded the installer from within a link and got it working but the entry to disable the notification didn't exist. I wound up editing the registry to get the popup and then set the time interval to the max.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 08, 2012, 03:13:54 PM
    The Group Policy Editor is available in the XP Pro version, so I suspect it will be in the Win7 Pro version not win7 Home versions.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 08, 2012, 04:11:11 PM
    The Group Policy Editor is available in the XP Pro version, so I suspect it will be in the Win7 Pro version not win7 Home versions.
    Yes, it is in Pro and Ultimate only. The installer I found makes it come up but---it's the version from XP so it's useless.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 08, 2012, 04:46:43 PM
    The Group Policy Editor is available in the XP Pro version, so I suspect it will be in the Win7 Pro version not win7 Home versions.
    Yes, it is in Pro and Ultimate only. The installer I found makes it come up but---it's the version from XP so it's useless.
    All software runs on the OS platform it was designed for. That certainly
    isn't anything new. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 08, 2012, 05:47:22 PM
    The Group Policy Editor is available in the XP Pro version, so I suspect it will be in the Win7 Pro version not win7 Home versions.
    Yes, it is in Pro and Ultimate only. The installer I found makes it come up but---it's the version from XP so it's useless.
    All software runs on the OS platform it was designed for. That certainly
    isn't anything new. :)
    It isn't completely useless but since it uses the .dll from XP, some of the features in Win 7 are not supported such as the one discussed earlier. The option to disable those addon notifications is not present for example. It's not compatible with IE9 it appears. If you go to the Win 7 forums, the guy who made the gpedit installer for Win 7 has removed all links to download it because of problems people had getting it to work right. Why he made it install files from XP Pro and not from Win 7 Pro is anyone's guess.

    UPDATE:  I reported the problem on the  tweaks page and got a response that you can download the profile for IE9 from Microsoft. I did that, copied the file into the Inf folder in Windows and then reran the gpedit installer. Now I have the full set of options for IE in GPedit  ;D

    http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=8386

    This is all if you don't have Win 7 Pro or Ultimate and want the Group Policy editor.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 09, 2012, 07:59:45 AM
    Microsoft is the Boss wherever it has a stake

    Official Facebook Messenger for Windows

    https://www.facebook.com/help/messenger-for-windows


    Only for Windows 7
    Thats something.

    (https://fbcdn_dragon-a.akamaihd.net/cfs-ak-snc6/84987/865/140228902751098_191245564.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 09, 2012, 02:58:21 PM
    You could always use Trillian (http://www.trillian.im/) and get to your Facebook. :)

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120109-yhdv-57kb.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on January 09, 2012, 04:37:50 PM
    Microsoft Patch Tuesday geared to band-aiding obsolete Window XP SP3

    Quote
    Cautious optimism: Details of Microsoft's first Patch Tuesday of 2012

    The details of Microsoft's first Patch Tuesday seem scary on the surface, but may actually suggest a more proactive approach going into 2012.
    By Colin Neagle on Mon, 01/09/12 - 9:00am.

    Microsoft has already stirred the pot in the security community, releasing details on the first Patch Tuesday of 2012 in an advance notification published last week.

    Although the document gives off some scary numbers – its seven bulletins ties a previous high for January – a closer look shows that Microsoft may be redirecting its security strategy in light of success in 2011.

    Six of the seven bulletins issued target the Windows operating system, Windows XP Service Pack 3 and later, while another addresses an information disclosure issue with Microsoft developer tools software. One bulletin, which will fix a remote code execution issue in Media Player, was rated "critical."

    more on link

    https://www.networkworld.com/community/node/79519

    P.S.  There will also be critical Adobe patches released tomorrow.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on January 10, 2012, 10:36:24 AM


    Thanks, very interesting info. :)

    You're welcome  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 13, 2012, 12:26:24 AM
    (http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RWP8Q-AkkOM/Tw8xwQCaQGI/AAAAAAAAAn8/065s8liO2ps/s1600/offline.png)

    Offline Google Mail for Chrome (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/ejidjjhkpiempkbhmpbfngldlkglhimk)

    The first update is the addition of a settings page (look for the new settings icon). You can now choose whether you want to synchronize 7, 14 or 31 days worth of mail. So the next time you get on an airplane, you can sit back and tackle up to 31 days of mail all while offline.

    They also made a number of other updates to Gmail offline:
    Improved attachments: All attachments are now downloaded and available for offline use
    Keyboard shortcuts support: If you have keyboard shortcuts enabled in Gmail, your setting will transfer over to the Gmail offline app. If you're not sure what you can do with keyboard shortcuts, try pressing ‘?’ next time you’re using Gmail or Gmail offline.
    Numerous performance enhancements: Messages and attachments now download at a faster rate and some bugs have been fixed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on January 19, 2012, 11:58:05 AM
    VirusTotal (New Version) - Moving to Google App Engine


    New URL for VT: https://new.virustotal.com/

    Just noticed that this URL redirects to virustotal.com.
    This 'new' URL was maybe a temporal thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 19, 2012, 12:46:49 PM
    It redirects to what is essentially the new version of VT as it now has new layout from what was new.virustotal.com and a 32MB upload limit.

    So it looks like the testing is over and the new layout and functionality are moved to the main site.

    See example file I uploaded for scanning via the new.virustotal.com redirected to virustotal.com, https://www.virustotal.com/file/86375561cd806ca8fd7b301bfd0a089f6944c7ac8f563d2aeb6538ca44a2859a/analysis/1326973523/ (https://www.virustotal.com/file/86375561cd806ca8fd7b301bfd0a089f6944c7ac8f563d2aeb6538ca44a2859a/analysis/1326973523/).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: osants911 on January 19, 2012, 04:08:27 PM
    It redirects to what is essentially the new version of VT as it now has new layout from what was new.virustotal.com and a 32MB upload limit.

    So it looks like the testing is over and the new layout and functionality are moved to the main site.

    See example file I uploaded for scanning via the new.virustotal.com redirected to virustotal.com, https://www.virustotal.com/file/86375561cd806ca8fd7b301bfd0a089f6944c7ac8f563d2aeb6538ca44a2859a/analysis/1326973523/ (https://www.virustotal.com/file/86375561cd806ca8fd7b301bfd0a089f6944c7ac8f563d2aeb6538ca44a2859a/analysis/1326973523/).


    Thanks for the confirmation, DavidR.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 19, 2012, 05:30:46 PM
    You're welcome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 21, 2012, 09:06:49 PM
    Comodo Cloud Storage

    (https://www.ccloud.com/images/slides/text-saving.png)

    Free 5GB Storage

    This is no iObit Free Storage lol

    https://www.ccloud.com/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 21, 2012, 09:14:58 PM
    Comodo Cloud Storage

    [ SNIP ]

    Free 5GB Storage

    This is no iObit Free Storage lol

    https://www.ccloud.com/



    You're correct, it's half the size.  ;D
    The service you are talking about actually comes from CX.com and gives you 10 Gig
    This one comes from me (https://www.cx.com/mycx/referral_signup/xL9OfjYvEeGG7RIBOAQptg). :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on January 21, 2012, 11:47:36 PM
    Did you get this offer as well? ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 22, 2012, 04:38:27 PM
     AVG FREE 5GB Cloud Storage lol

    Still half  ;D

    http://free.avg.com/us-en/free-online-backup
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on January 22, 2012, 08:37:01 PM
    Google Adds WebRTC to Chrome for In-browser Voice, Video Chat
    http://www.pcworld.com/article/248377/google_adds_webrtc_to_chrome_for_inbrowser_voice_video_chat.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 22, 2012, 09:14:10 PM
    AVG FREE 5GB Cloud Storage lol
    Still half  ;D
    http://free.avg.com/us-en/free-online-backup

    Comodo Cloud Storage
    Free 5GB Storage
    https://www.ccloud.com/

    Why doesn't avast adopted the freemium model as the others?
    Even Mozy (which avast is based on) has a freemium model.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 22, 2012, 09:26:49 PM
    AVG FREE 5GB Cloud Storage lol
    Still half  ;D
    http://free.avg.com/us-en/free-online-backup

    Comodo Cloud Storage
    Free 5GB Storage
    https://www.ccloud.com/


    Why doesn't avast adopted the freemium model as the others?
    Even Mozy (which avast is based on) has a freemium model.

    Yes, thats a valid point  ::)

    Perhaps, Avast doesn't have its own infrastructure. It might be relying on someone else to provide online back services just like how they partnered with RoboForm to provide the password manager.

    http://www.avast.com/en-us/online-backup
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 26, 2012, 12:58:43 AM
    Lookout come out from Blackberry security market.

    Quote
    Dear Valued Lookout Customer,
     
    Thank you for being a Lookout customer and choosing us to protect your BlackBerry. As you may recall, we had to make the tough decision to no longer support Lookout for BlackBerry. We want to remind you that as of February 15, 2012, you will no longer be able to use the Locate feature or back up new data within the Lookout for BlackBerry app. Your current data will still be available for download on your Lookout account at  www . mylookout . com
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Mayflower on January 29, 2012, 10:12:19 PM

    PeaZip
    http://www.peazip.org/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 31, 2012, 04:08:51 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/images/logo-v2.png)
    This makes helping others easy. (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/) :)

    Here's a little sample:
    https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeNGRhNjBlNTAtODRjOS00OWFlLTkxMzUtMTI5NWQwM2NiYjc2&hl=en_US (https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeNGRhNjBlNTAtODRjOS00OWFlLTkxMzUtMTI5NWQwM2NiYjc2&hl=en_US)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 01, 2012, 05:27:11 PM
    How to Boot Windows in “Safe Mode” When “F8″ Key is not Working? Add “Safe Mode” Option to Windows Boot Loader

    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-boot-windows-in-safe-mode-when-f8-key-is-not-working-add-safe-mode-option-to-windows-boot-loader
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TribeWars on February 01, 2012, 05:35:54 PM
    How to Boot Windows in “Safe Mode” When “F8″ Key is not Working? Add “Safe Mode” Option to Windows Boot Loader

    http://www.askvg.com/how-to-boot-windows-in-safe-mode-when-f8-key-is-not-working-add-safe-mode-option-to-windows-boot-loader

    Wow, Thanks for that link
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 01, 2012, 05:52:39 PM
    Wow, Thanks for that link
    You're welcome :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2012, 01:15:56 PM
    (http://www.google.com/intl/en/chat/voice/images/call_phones.png)  (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120202-bub9-14kb.jpg)

    Free to the US. Call phones in the US and Canada for free. (http://www.google.com/intl/en/chat/voice/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2012, 01:38:33 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20111206-zlut-49kb.jpg)

    SageThumbs (http://code.google.com/p/sagethumbs/) is a powerful shell extension allowing to preview enormous amount of image formats
    directly in Windows Explorer by using Pierre-e Gougelet's GFL library
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 02, 2012, 02:35:55 PM
    (http://www.google.com/intl/en/chat/voice/images/call_phones.png)  (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120202-bub9-14kb.jpg)

    Free to the US. Call phones in the US and Canada for free. (http://www.google.com/intl/en/chat/voice/)

    Already do  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 02, 2012, 11:24:36 PM
    BitTorrent Live

    Quote
    BitTorrent Live is a live-streaming technology that leverages the bandwidth of everybody watching the stream to lighten the stream's network load. It could be applied to everything from family weddings to corporate conference calls to multiday music festivals - Bram Cohen


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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 13, 2012, 07:42:49 PM
    (http://cdn.webtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/09022012190529.jpg)


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    PDF Password Remover is a freeware tool to remove PDF restriction from protected PDF files.
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    you will not be able to remove the password and restriction.

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 13, 2012, 08:38:27 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120213-bj1j-6kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120213-bj1j-6kb)

    SuperF4 (http://code.google.com/p/superf4/) kills the foreground program when you press Ctrl+Alt+F4. This is different from when you press Alt+F4. When you press Alt+F4, the program can refuse to quit. Windows essentially only asks the program to quit, and lets it decide for itself what to do.You can also kill a program by pressing Win+F4 and then clicking the window with your mouse cursor. When you press Win+F4, the cursor will change to a skull and crossbones cursor, and the next window you click will be killed. You can press escape or the right mouse button to exit this mode without killing a program.
    Beware though, killing a program does not give it a chance to save unsaved work. If you accidentally kill explorer.exe, you can start it again by opening Task Manager
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 20, 2012, 08:10:19 PM
    Flux

    An Amazing program if you use your PC late into the night

    (http://dl.herf.org/flux-shot.png)

    http://stereopsis.com/flux/

    It basically automatically changes the lighting on the monitor and reduces the brightness and color based on the time of the day.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 20, 2012, 08:16:15 PM
    Flux

    An Amazing program if you use your PC late into the night

    (http://dl.herf.org/flux-shot.png)

    http://stereopsis.com/flux/

    It basically automatically changes the lightning on the monitor and reduces the brightness and color based on the time of the day.
    No thanks, I'd rather keep lightning far away from my machines.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 20, 2012, 08:17:48 PM
    Flux

    An Amazing program if you use your PC late into the night

    (http://dl.herf.org/flux-shot.png)

    http://stereopsis.com/flux/

    It basically automatically changes the lighting on the monitor and reduces the brightness and color based on the time of the day.
    No thanks, I'd rather keep lightning far away from my machines.  ;D

    :D

    It should be 'lighting' lol

    Thanks for noticing :)

    Edit: Now that I think about it, I wonder if its grammatically correct...Perhaps, I should should rewrite it as "It automatically changes the brightness and color of the pc monitor based on the time of the day.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 20, 2012, 08:20:32 PM
    Slim Drivers

    An Alternative to DriverMax

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 20, 2012, 08:23:56 PM
    Flux
    An Amazing program if you use your PC late into the night
    <snip>
    It basically automatically changes the lighting on the monitor and reduces the brightness and color based on the time of the day.

    I gave up on Flux after several months as it does tend to give an orange tinge to the screen and because of that it isn't that clear on reduced brightness.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 20, 2012, 08:26:37 PM
    Flux
    An Amazing program if you use your PC late into the night
    <snip>
    It basically automatically changes the lighting on the monitor and reduces the brightness and color based on the time of the day.

    I gave up on Flux after several months as it does tend to give an orange tinge to the screen and because of that it isn't that clear on reduced brightness.

    Have any alternatives?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 20, 2012, 08:29:59 PM
    No, I just try to balance the brightness so it isn't too harsh at night or not bright enough by day.

    Give it a try, it might be different to you, but for me the colour just seemed wrong in the evenings.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on February 20, 2012, 08:38:42 PM
    Win + X (Win 7, and only that because my Fn + F keys to change brightness don't always work...)

    Mine stays at minimum pretty much all the time, except when I can't see it because of sunlight ;)

    I know it is not an option for all, but works for me...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 20, 2012, 08:40:43 PM
    No, I just try to balance the brightness so it isn't too harsh at night or not bright enough by day.

    Give it a try, it might be different to you, but for me the colour just seemed wrong in the evenings.

    Yes  :) I do see an orange tinge but it is ok for me. Will check out the manual settings as well.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2012, 08:55:56 PM
    Slim Drivers

    An Alternative to DriverMax

    (http://www.driverupdate.net/images/box_slimdrivers_lp1.gif)

    http://www.driverupdate.net (http://www.driverupdate.net)
    The only thing they do for free is scan your computer.  If you need updates you either pay for the program or,
    Use DriverMax (http://www.drivermax.com/) to get your updates for free.  :)
    Just un-check the AVG Secure Search on the first screen.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 21, 2012, 01:46:52 AM
    Win + X (Win 7, and only that because my Fn + F keys to change brightness don't always work...)

    Mine stays at minimum pretty much all the time, except when I can't see it because of sunlight ;)

    I know it is not an option for all, but works for me...
    Wow I keep mine at the other end of the slider at all times. At least when plugged in. I don't use the Mobility Center. My sound volume also stays all the way up but I control the actual volume I hear with the knob of the external speakers. This laptop is used like a desktop with speakers and my All in One Canon Printer / Scanner (for which I paid all of $29 new at WalMart and works very well) plugged in at all times. The older XP laptop is my mobile machine.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 21, 2012, 10:57:02 AM
    next MS skydrive ( as a native Windows and Mac app) picture leaked
    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2012/02/20/skydrive_brazilian/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 21, 2012, 01:32:44 PM
    I'm still waiting for the log rumored Gdrive.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 21, 2012, 02:56:53 PM
    Slim Drivers

    An Alternative to DriverMax

    (http://www.driverupdate.net/images/box_slimdrivers_lp1.gif)

    http://www.driverupdate.net (http://www.driverupdate.net)
    The only thing they do for free is scan your computer.  If you need updates you either pay for the program or,
    Use DriverMax (http://www.drivermax.com/) to get your updates for free.  :)
    Just un-check the AVG Secure Search on the first screen.

    No bob. It does really updates the drivers. It is manual though.

    You need to select SlimDrivers not DriverUpdates.

    This link is better it seems

    https://www.slimwareutilities.com/slimdrivers.php
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on February 22, 2012, 01:27:59 AM
    Microsoft quietly extends consumer support for Windows 7, Vista

    "This month, with almost no fanfare, Microsoft has revised its support policy for consumer versions of Windows. The two most recent releases, Vista and Windows 7, now qualify for a full 10 years of support."

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-quietly-extends-consumer-support-for-windows-7-vista/4529?alertspromo=&tag=nl.rSINGLE
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on February 22, 2012, 01:29:58 AM
    Microsoft: Google bypassed privacy settings in IE, too

    "Microsoft officials are now saying that Google also circumvented IE users’ privacy settings, as it did with Safari."


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/microsoft-google-bypassed-privacy-settings-in-ie-too/11944?alertspromo=&tag=nl.rSINGLE
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 22, 2012, 04:48:31 AM
    Microsoft: Google bypassed privacy settings in IE, too

    "Microsoft officials are now saying that Google also circumvented IE users’ privacy settings, as it did with Safari."


    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/microsoft-google-bypassed-privacy-settings-in-ie-too/11944?alertspromo=&tag=nl.rSINGLE (http://www.zdnet.com/blog/microsoft/microsoft-google-bypassed-privacy-settings-in-ie-too/11944?alertspromo=&tag=nl.rSINGLE)
    As I mentioned in the security thread, what Microsoft didn't want to say is that it (Microsoft) isn't properly protecting your privacy and
    Google has found the weakness and is using it to do what it always does, gather information.....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 22, 2012, 11:07:08 AM
    "Google plots Chrome web password maker"
    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2012/02/20/google_browser_password_generation/

    https://sites.google.com/a/chromium.org/dev/developers/design-documents/password-generation
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: L' arc :. on February 22, 2012, 11:34:00 AM
    Microsoft's new Windows 8 logo: This one looks like a window

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    The software giant continues its march toward releasing its upcoming operating system, debuting a new logo that does away with the flaglike design of Windows past. Microsoft unveiled a new logo for the upcoming Windows 8, featuring a clean one-color design that leans heavily on its new Metro user interface.

    Read more (http://news.cnet.com/8301-10805_3-57380397-75/microsofts-new-windows-8-logo-this-one-looks-like-a-window/#ixzz1n6bN5Fmq)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 22, 2012, 12:55:45 PM
    No bob. It does really updates the drivers. It is manual though.
    +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 22, 2012, 03:35:57 PM
    Microsoft's new Windows 8 logo: This one looks like a window
    <snip>
    The software giant continues its march toward releasing its upcoming operating system, debuting a new logo that does away with the flaglike design of Windows past. Microsoft unveiled a new logo for the upcoming Windows 8, featuring a clean one-color design that leans heavily on its new Metro user interface.

    Old news, already posted in somwhere and slated the bland logo not a patch on the old coloured window flag.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jesant13 on February 23, 2012, 01:50:28 AM
    Microsoft quietly extends consumer support for Windows 7, Vista

    "This month, with almost no fanfare, Microsoft has revised its support policy for consumer versions of Windows. The two most recent releases, Vista and Windows 7, now qualify for a full 10 years of support."

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-quietly-extends-consumer-support-for-windows-7-vista/4529?alertspromo=&tag=nl.rSINGLE

    I didn't know that until seeing your post. I was shocked. I love Microsoft more now. My plan is still to get a new laptop as a Christmas present in December 2014, as I got my current laptop as a high school graduation and early birthday present in 2010, and I'm concerned as to how long the LCD screen and hard drive will last past the four year point.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 23, 2012, 02:11:02 AM
    Microsoft quietly extends consumer support for Windows 7, Vista

    "This month, with almost no fanfare, Microsoft has revised its support policy for consumer versions of Windows. The two most recent releases, Vista and Windows 7, now qualify for a full 10 years of support."

    http://www.zdnet.com/blog/bott/microsoft-quietly-extends-consumer-support-for-windows-7-vista/4529?alertspromo=&tag=nl.rSINGLE
    This is great news and only makes sense. Especially for me and the many others who plan on skipping Win 8.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jesant13 on February 23, 2012, 03:20:09 AM
    PCWorld has a list of the top ten paid antivirus programs last year. The URL is http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/collection/6706/top_paid_antivirus_for_2011.html.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 23, 2012, 03:28:59 AM
    PCWorld has a list of the top ten paid antivirus programs last year. The URL is http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/collection/6706/top_paid_antivirus_for_2011.html.
    It's a meaningless list since most of them haven't been reviewed since November of 2010. They have Avast 5 in the list for God's sake.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jesant13 on February 23, 2012, 03:47:18 AM
    I noticed that some of the programs were last reviewed in 2010, but the list or something on that page was last updated today. I'm thinking that maybe the programs are accurate on the list but the actual versions aren't.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2012, 04:39:33 AM
    I noticed that some of the programs were last reviewed in 2010, but the list or something on that page was last updated today. I'm thinking that maybe the programs are accurate on the list but the actual versions aren't.
    If you look at the article, you'll notice that the review was rated in 2010 therefore totally outdated.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jesant13 on February 23, 2012, 06:14:04 AM
    I think I understand. I think what Dch48 said was that because most of the reviews were done in 2010, the list isn't accurate. I was thinking that the list was accurate because it had been edited this month, and thought that only the versions were off.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on February 24, 2012, 01:58:12 AM
    PCWorld has a list of the top ten paid antivirus programs last year. The URL is http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/collection/6706/top_paid_antivirus_for_2011.html.
    It's a meaningless list since most of them haven't been reviewed since November of 2010. They have Avast 5 in the list for God's sake.
    +10

    Quote
    Avast Pro Antivirus 5 has a slick interface, but its middling malware detection performance prevents it from achieving a higher score.
    Maybe with the new sandboxing features, avast! will score higher when they review v7. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 24, 2012, 04:39:11 PM
    Avast! Free Antivirus 7.0 Final Version Released, Download Link Inside (http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AskVG/~3/ZUaWlUAgJUE/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email)
    Posted: 24 Feb 2012 01:25 AM PST
    "Avast!" is one of the most popular free antivirus software for Windows and now they have released final build of new 7.0 version which comes with new installer, new UI and many new features and improvements. The most important part of this new 7.0 version is the support for Windows 8 Developer Preview. So now Windows [...]
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TedNelly on February 24, 2012, 04:47:09 PM
    Outstanding review well deserved as we all know

    thanks Bob
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 24, 2012, 07:30:38 PM
    CCleaner.....now also for Mac......or is this old news ?

    http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ccleaner/id499268461?mt=12
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 24, 2012, 07:35:32 PM
    One thing with the new CCleaner. While it does prompt to close your browser if you're using Chrome, it does not do so for IE9. Either there's a bug in CCleaner or we have more evidence of IE9's superiority as it doesn't need to be shut down for the cleaning to proceed.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 24, 2012, 07:37:41 PM
    Well you can turn that statement on its head, IE9 is so lax on security you can make changes without having to first shut it down.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 24, 2012, 07:46:30 PM
    Well you can turn that statement on its head, IE9 is so lax on security you can make changes without having to first shut it down.
    If you were actually making changes to the program itself, maybe, but all you're doing is deleting temp files, cookies, and history or whatever else you have selected. That's not a security risk.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 24, 2012, 08:41:20 PM
    If it isn't a security risk, then why claim it as "evidence of IE9's superiority" if it is such a benign event.

    However, it may not just be the deletion of temporary files but the compression of other databases to improve performance and reduce wasted space. So they wouldn't want to do that whilst the program is running and those files are in use.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 24, 2012, 08:45:46 PM
    If it isn't a security risk, then why claim it as "evidence of IE9's superiority" if it is such a benign event.

    However, it may not just be the deletion of temporary files but the compression of other databases to improve performance and reduce wasted space. So they wouldn't want to do that whilst the program is running and those files are in use.
    David, the superiority part was said mostly in jest. People here just don't recognize humor very well. I think it's a bug in CCleaner. Or maybe it isn't and IE does not need to be shut down which I would consider a point in it's favor.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 26, 2012, 03:15:41 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 27, 2012, 10:59:48 AM
    Skype brings voice and video calling to Windows Phone users around the globe
    http://blogs.skype.com/en/2012/02/skype_brings_voice_and_video_c.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 27, 2012, 11:36:29 AM
    Skype brings voice and video calling to Windows Phone users around the globe
    http://blogs.skype.com/en/2012/02/skype_brings_voice_and_video_c.html (http://blogs.skype.com/en/2012/02/skype_brings_voice_and_video_c.html)
    Since Skype is owned by Microsoft, that doesn't come as a great surprise.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on February 27, 2012, 12:13:11 PM
    Skype brings voice and video calling to Windows Phone users around the globe
    http://blogs.skype.com/en/2012/02/skype_brings_voice_and_video_c.html (http://blogs.skype.com/en/2012/02/skype_brings_voice_and_video_c.html)
    Since Skype is owned by Microsoft, that doesn't come as a great surprise.  ;D

    not really as a surprise no ;D ... but it's still good to know that another platform (Windows Phone) joined the club. As I find it always good when a piece of software is compatible with any OS ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 28, 2012, 05:01:39 AM
    Something new for Gmail users:
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    I used to avoid clicking on email links on the web because an application on my computer that I never used would pop up and interrupt me.
    Instead, I would copy the email address, switch to Gmail, click compose and paste it in.
    Now, when you go to Gmail in Chrome, you will be asked if you want Gmail to open all email links. Say yes, and clicking on email links
    in any application on your computer will open a fresh Gmail compose window.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on February 28, 2012, 07:50:52 PM
    That is available in Firefox too (for a while now I think...)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on February 28, 2012, 08:11:13 PM
    That is available in Firefox too (for a while now I think...)
    That's a bit different, Chrome register itself as your default mail client too, it means if in another application click on a email link, it will open up in Chrome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: spg SCOTT on February 28, 2012, 08:35:46 PM
    Oh, ok. Thanks for explaining :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on February 29, 2012, 11:12:54 PM
    I used to avoid clicking on email links on the web because an application on my computer that I never used would pop up and interrupt me.
    Instead, I would copy the email address, switch to Gmail, click compose and paste it in.
    Same here. ;D

    That is available in Firefox too (for a while now I think...)
    Never noticed those options. Will try it. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 29, 2012, 11:17:28 PM
    It has been my experience that clicking on an email link anywhere will always pop up whatever is your default mail option, no matter what it is. I fail to see the need for that program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 01, 2012, 03:19:21 AM
    It has been my experience that clicking on an email link anywhere will always pop up whatever is your default mail option, no matter what it is. I fail to see the need for that program.
    It takes for ever to wait for either outlook, outlook express or, live mail to pop up.
    Gmail's action is almost instantaneous.


    So I guess there is a reason some of us are happy for this gmail ability.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 01, 2012, 05:30:35 AM
    It has been my experience that clicking on an email link anywhere will always pop up whatever is your default mail option, no matter what it is. I fail to see the need for that program.
    It takes for ever to wait for either outlook, outlook express or, live mail to pop up.
    Gmail's action is almost instantaneous.


    So I guess there is a reason some of us are happy for this gmail ability.  ;D
    I guess but I have always hated the interfaces of any web based email I have ever tried. Yahoo has to be the worst and talk about spam! Yahoo is the only one I can't get to work in either Outlook Express or Windows Mail. As a consequence and because of the massive spam problem, I don't use the Yahoo address and only check it maybe once a month. GMX, Gmail, and Hotmail are all collected through POP3 and I prefer to do it that way.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 01, 2012, 03:24:09 PM
    DCH48,
    No one said you had to use it.
    This a notification that the feature is available.
    If you don't want to use it, than the notice doesn't affect you and I guess not directed at you.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: slybo on March 01, 2012, 04:07:39 PM
    Was reading here and about the CCleaner prompt to close browser, there is no bug for IE9. I had read this in their forum, here is the link.

    http://forum.piriform.com/index.php?showtopic=35264

    slybo
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 01, 2012, 07:11:30 PM
    Yes, I had posted there about it and simply put, CCleaner uses the built in cleaning features of IE so there is no need to close that particular browser. They claim it is impossible to implement that way in other browsers so they have to be shut down first.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on March 01, 2012, 08:58:28 PM
    Yes, I had posted there about it and simply put, CCleaner uses the built in cleaning features of IE so there is no need to close that particular browser. They claim it is impossible to implement that way in other browsers so they have to be shut down first.
    Thanks. All the info I was trying to find.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 31, 2012, 05:08:21 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 05, 2012, 02:28:14 AM
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    http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=9775982


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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on April 05, 2012, 06:56:36 AM
    Thanks Bob, I'll put this in my tool kit.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 05, 2012, 10:59:58 AM
    Thanks Bob, I'll put this in my tool kit.

    That's where I've got it stashed.   ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 12, 2012, 11:36:00 AM
    Secunia PSI 3.0 Beta V2


    (http://secunia.com/?action-fetch&filename=PSI3_illustration1.png)

    http://secunia.com/psi_30_beta_launch
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on April 12, 2012, 06:18:44 PM
    I like configurations so I still have PSI 2.0. Are there any configuration settings in Secunia PSI 3.0 Beta V2?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2012, 07:19:28 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on April 16, 2012, 06:51:55 PM
    Guess what  ;)

    WinPatrol SPECIAL Two Day 99 Cent Sale Experiment is back


    http://winpatrol.stores.yahoo.net/winplusmemre.html

    Note : Only for two days starting today
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on April 16, 2012, 08:01:35 PM
    Guess what  ;)

    WinPatrol SPECIAL Two Day 99 Cent Sale Experiment is back

    Thanks for the info on this. I just upgraded to WinPatrol plus.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 18, 2012, 02:16:16 PM
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    Title: Boot Racer
    Post by: Dch48 on April 24, 2012, 10:12:21 PM
    I found this nice free utility that records your boot times. It could be useful to check the impact new software has on your system. You can choose to only have it run once or at every boot.

    http://www.greatis.com/bootracer/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dwarden on April 25, 2012, 05:00:19 AM
    I found this nice free utility that records your boot times. It could be useful to check the impact new software has on your system. You can choose to only have it run once or at every boot.

    http://www.greatis.com/bootracer/

    completely useless in Windows 7 (hell maybe even Vista) ...
    this is default OS functionality (with way more info) of Event Logging system and Performance Monitor system

    i suggest read this blog http://itexpertvoice.com/home/what%e2%80%99s-taking-so-long-how-to-fight-slow-startup-times-in-windows-7/#more-2490

    it takes bit more thinking and work but the data gathered and result is way useful :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 25, 2012, 05:20:04 AM
    I found this nice free utility that records your boot times. It could be useful to check the impact new software has on your system. You can choose to only have it run once or at every boot.

    http://www.greatis.com/bootracer/

    completely useless in Windows 7 (hell maybe even Vista) ...
    this is default OS functionality (with way more info) of Event Logging system and Performance Monitor system

    i suggest read this blog http://itexpertvoice.com/home/what%e2%80%99s-taking-so-long-how-to-fight-slow-startup-times-in-windows-7/#more-2490

    it takes bit more thinking and work but the data gathered and result is way useful :)
    Well  since the logs mentioned in that article do NOT exist on my system, Win7 Home Premium 64 bit,  Bootracer is far from useless. Even if they did exist, the process is far too complicated to go through. All I have where it says to look are the logs from Bootracer itself. Maybe it replaces the default ones, I don't know but even if that's the case, it's still far easier and convenient to use the free utility.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2012, 09:04:56 AM

    (https://secure.shared.live.com/~Live.SiteContent.Explore/~15.40.54/sky/images/en-us/devices1.jpg)

    If you're using Microsoft's SkyDrive and want to keep your 25 Gig of cloud storage base,

    You must sign into your account and confirm that you want to keep the free 25 Gig.


    If you don't, it will soon be reduced to 7 Gig.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 26, 2012, 03:23:57 PM
    Thanks for alerting Bob!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2012, 03:39:01 PM
    You're welcome Tech. :)



    If you don't have a sky drive, now is a good time to get it.


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    If you are not using it,   you can create a free account using following link:
    Microsoft SkyDrive (https://skydrive.live.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on April 28, 2012, 02:31:57 AM
    Facebook teams up with Microsoft, McAfee, Symantec to sell antivirus

    "Microsoft, McAfee, TrendMicro, Sophos, and Symantec are now part of Facebook's third party security providers, offering a range of antivirus packages for Windows and Mac users."

    http://news.techworld.com/security/3354415/facebook-teams-up-with-microsoft-mcafee-symantec-sell-antivirus/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on April 29, 2012, 12:57:53 AM
    Looks like more money and popularity for facebook. :-\
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 02, 2012, 04:55:13 PM
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    Need another 5 Gig of Cloud Storage ???


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                5 gig from Google
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    Total  35 gig of free storage adds up to lots of pictures and videos. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 03, 2012, 04:05:18 PM
     Vista with SP1 and Windows 7 with SP1 ISO download files for 32 and 64 bit versions. (http://www.askvg.com/direct-download-links-download-official-original-and-untouched-windows-vista-rtm-with-sp1-setup-files-32-bit-and-64-bit/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    All these setup files will require an original product key to enter to activate Windows to be able to use it forever.
    If you don't enter a product key, you'll be able to use it for 30 days.


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2012, 08:19:21 PM
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    MP3 converter, CD ripper, tag editor, MP3 cutter, MP3 merger and MP3 recorder.
    Using it, one can easily convert audio file formats, extract audio from videos,
    convert audio CD to MP3, batch edit MP3 tags, join MP3 files, cut/ trim MP3
    to make ringtones, and record sound as MP3.
    All this can be done using one single program, sized a mere 10MB.
    Full description here. (http://webtrickz.com/mp3-toolkit-all-in-one-free-tool-to-convert-rip-merge-cut-tag-edit-and-record-mp3/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Webtrickz+%28WebTrickz%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 18, 2012, 03:56:17 PM
    Adding "God Mode" to My Computer Context (Right Click) Menu
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120518-gcuv-21kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120518-gcuv-21kb)


    You can also get to it by right clicking on Computer from here:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120518-6dhh-47kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120518-6dhh-47kb)


    Once you select the God Mode entry, you'll see the following:
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    (yours might look slightly different unless you're also running Windows 8)  Eight


    Full detail available at AskVG (http://www.askvg.com/how-to-add-windows-7-god-mode-shortcut-in-my-computer-context-menu/)


    (I used the script offered (http://media.askvg.com/downloads/2010/01/Add-God-Mode-Option-in-My-Computer-Context-Menu.zip) and it worked perfectly. The reversal or removal of the reg. entries also worked.)
    Title: Spotify Now Available in Australia & New Zealand
    Post by: Gargamel360 on May 22, 2012, 12:35:47 AM
    I know there are a few Australians and New Zealanders around here, so>>http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2404699,00.asp
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 22, 2012, 04:45:18 PM
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    Now updated to version 2.0.2
    Changes in Version 2.0.2: Fixed a few issues

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 28, 2012, 03:04:04 PM
    GiveAwayOfTheDay StepShot 2.2

    Quote
    May 28, 2012
    Imagine documenting and editing each step of a procedure until it reads perfectly, then combining it all together and exporting it as a document that’s available to everyone! It’s really that simple. It’s StepShot!

    Create an explanation for your colleague on how to configure Outlook… or just a simple guide for your grandma on how to reach your photos on Facebook or Picasa. That’s more then simple! Images can be captured or imported. Edit and upload separate ones directly to Web (ImageShack, Dropbox)! Let the StepShot be your default screen capture application! Author your text, publish to PDF, RTF, HTML, IMG, and, if needed, share via FTP, Dropbox, Email!

    Maybe this can help us to help others :)
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/stepshot-22/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 28, 2012, 03:27:49 PM
    GiveAwayOfTheDay StepShot 2.2

    Quote
    May 28, 2012
    Imagine documenting and editing each step of a procedure until it reads perfectly, then combining it all together and exporting it as a document that’s available to everyone! It’s really that simple. It’s StepShot!

    Create an explanation for your colleague on how to configure Outlook… or just a simple guide for your grandma on how to reach your photos on Facebook or Picasa. That’s more then simple! Images can be captured or imported. Edit and upload separate ones directly to Web (ImageShack, Dropbox)! Let the StepShot be your default screen capture application! Author your text, publish to PDF, RTF, HTML, IMG, and, if needed, share via FTP, Dropbox, Email!

    Maybe this can help us to help others :)
    http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/stepshot-22/ (http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/stepshot-22/)

    If you're installing this, watch out for the following when you run the Activate.exe program:


    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120528-wbse-23kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120528-wbse-23kb)


    Uncheck the box to add GiveAway to your favorites and close this screen. do not select "Install Software Informer"


    I personally still prefer Screencast-O-Matic (http://screencast-o-matic.com/) which I've used for most of the video's I've posted. :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 28, 2012, 11:50:29 PM
    What would be wrong with adding it to the favorites?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2012, 12:00:56 AM
    What would be wrong with adding it to the favorites?

    Be my guest, it's your computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 31, 2012, 02:34:57 PM
    Seems ThreatFire continues to be a NO-NO...
    Quote
    Still no rootkit protection and the interface is littered with ads. Didn't even last five minutes on my laptop.
    http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=324887
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on May 31, 2012, 11:02:19 PM
    Windows 8 Release Preview


    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/release-preview
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 16, 2012, 02:57:02 AM
    http://www.askvg.com/top-5-best-free-antivirus-and-anti-spyware-software-for-windows
    Although I couldn't understand why avast is on the 2nd place ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 16, 2012, 03:21:09 AM
    http://www.askvg.com/top-5-best-free-antivirus-and-anti-spyware-software-for-windows (http://www.askvg.com/top-5-best-free-antivirus-and-anti-spyware-software-for-windows)
    Although I couldn't understand why avast is on the 2nd place ???


    Also don't understand the statement about "it comes with a firewall" for the free version...... ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 16, 2012, 07:47:59 AM
    http://www.askvg.com/top-5-best-free-antivirus-and-anti-spyware-software-for-windows
    Although I couldn't understand why avast is on the 2nd place ???
    Is it true that MSE comes pre-installed on Windows 8? I thought it just had a better version of Windows Defender but not the complete MSE program.  I also agree that Avast should be #1, even without the firewall.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 16, 2012, 05:51:28 PM
    Dch48, I've heard and read here on forum what you're saying. That WD will be preinstalled, not MSE.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 16, 2012, 06:12:03 PM
    Dch48, I've heard and read here on forum what you're saying. That WD will be preinstalled, not MSE.
    It is however an expanded WD which includes antivirus protection.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2012, 04:25:34 PM
    I spend a lot of time on the road and use a lot of "free" Wifi.
    I've just started to use DNSCrypt (http://www.opendns.com/technology/dnscrypt/?utm_source=nl0612&utm_medium=em&utm_campaign=home) to help make that Open (Public) Wifi a little safer.

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120621-uuby-34kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120621-uuby-34kb)
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    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120621-r7vz-22kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120621-r7vz-22kb)
    WinPatrol Alerting me of a new startup program:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120621-wypu-39kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120621-wypu-39kb)


    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120621-kwza-64kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120621-kwza-64kb)
    Download Now:
    Download DNSCrypt for Mac (http://shared.opendns.com/dnscrypt/packages/osx-client/dnscrypt-osx-client.pkg)
    Download DNSCrypt for Windows (http://shared.opendns.com/dnscrypt/packages/windows-client/DNSCryptWin-v0.0.5.exe)


    How many of you have tried DNSCrypt ???  Any freedback ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 21, 2012, 04:34:09 PM
    Darn! I can't used DNSCrypt as part of OpenDNS in Australia because it to slow :'( no wonder the American are better than Aussies in broadband service and DNS service too :o ;)

    Edit: Bob tell us more about DNSCrypt since you have this installed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: YoKenny on June 21, 2012, 10:10:39 PM
    How many of you have tried DNSCrypt ???  Any freedback ???
    I'm not using Windows 8 so I can not provide any feedback!

    I do use OpenDNS on my systems though.  :)
    Title: Ashampoo Giveaway
    Post by: Dch48 on June 28, 2012, 09:30:23 AM
    Ashampoo is giving away free full versions of some of their programs. The one I chose is Burning Studio 2012 which is an upgrade from the 2010 version and includes Blu-Ray support. It also has a pretty nice labeling module which includes the ability to burn Lightscribe labels if you install the Lightscribe software and of course have a drive that is Lightscribe enabled. The link I'm posting should work but if it doesn't let me know. There is another link that requires you to have a Facebook account and log in there first. I'm hoping the link I'm posting will bypass that. Either way though, you do have to create an account with Ashampoo to get the full license key unless the same key works for everyone like it did the last time.

    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=gimmeagift
    Title: Re: Ashampoo Giveaway
    Post by: Pondus on June 28, 2012, 09:48:16 AM
    Ashampoo is giving away free full versions of some of their programs. The one I chose is Burning Studio 2012 which is an upgrade from the 2010 version and includes Blu-Ray support. It also has a pretty nice labeling module which includes the ability to burn Lightscribe labels if you install the Lightscribe software and of course have a drive that is Lightscribe enabled. The link I'm posting should work but if it doesn't let me know. There is another link that requires you to have a Facebook account and log in there first. I'm hoping the link I'm posting will bypass that. Either way though, you do have to create an account with Ashampoo to get the full license key unless the same key works for everyone like it did the last time.

    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=gimmeagift
    just a warning.....when register at Ashampoo.....do not use your normal mail account....as they send out spam every 5 minutes   ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 28, 2012, 12:42:17 PM
    just a warning.....when register at Ashampoo.....do not use your normal mail account....as they send out spam every 5 minutes   ;D
    Use temporary mail yes... spamavert.com is a solution...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Vladimyr on June 28, 2012, 01:14:04 PM
    Dch48, I've heard and read here on forum what you're saying. That WD will be preinstalled, not MSE.
    My thought is that whatever functions and abilities it contains, continuing to call it 'Windows Defender' is a move aimed at defusing any further anti--competitive behaviour talk.
    Title: Re: Ashampoo Giveaway
    Post by: Dch48 on June 28, 2012, 01:58:08 PM
    Ashampoo is giving away free full versions of some of their programs. The one I chose is Burning Studio 2012 which is an upgrade from the 2010 version and includes Blu-Ray support. It also has a pretty nice labeling module which includes the ability to burn Lightscribe labels if you install the Lightscribe software and of course have a drive that is Lightscribe enabled. The link I'm posting should work but if it doesn't let me know. There is another link that requires you to have a Facebook account and log in there first. I'm hoping the link I'm posting will bypass that. Either way though, you do have to create an account with Ashampoo to get the full license key unless the same key works for everyone like it did the last time.

    http://www.ashampoo.com/en/usd/lpa/gift?c=gimmeagift
    just a warning.....when register at Ashampoo.....do not use your normal mail account....as they send out spam every 5 minutes   ;D
    I've been registered there for a while and I get very little mail from them at all.
    Title: Re: Ashampoo Giveaway
    Post by: Asyn on June 28, 2012, 02:04:41 PM
    I've been registered there for a while and I get very little mail from them at all.

    Very little is already overmuch, at least for me. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 28, 2012, 02:57:25 PM
    I've never had any problems with Spamming from Ashampoo.
    Don't want any more mail, unsubscribe.  :)
    Use the Custom install to avoid the toolbar!

    Let's not give a good company a bad rap.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 28, 2012, 03:14:16 PM
    I've never had any problems with Spamming from Ashampoo.
    Don't want any more mail, unsubscribe.  :)

    No problems either, I got the free screen capture application 'Snap' some time ago on one of their give-aways, I got a couple of emails (not a flood) very early on and as Bob said you can easily unsubscribe.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 29, 2012, 12:59:00 AM
    I've never had any problems with Spamming from Ashampoo.
    Don't want any more mail, unsubscribe.  :)
    Use the Custom install to avoid the toolbar!

    Let's not give a good company a bad rap.  ;)
    +1   The Burning Studio is a very nice, full featured app and Snap is pretty good as well.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 30, 2012, 02:57:09 AM
    Rumor: Microsoft wants alliance with RIM. Is this the end of BlackBerry?
    http://www.neowin.net/news/rumor-microsoft-wants-alliance-with-rim
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 30, 2012, 03:41:23 AM
    Windows 8 Upgrade Paths for Windows XP, Vista and 7
    http://www.askvg.com/windows-8-upgrade-paths-for-windows-xp-vista-and-7
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 30, 2012, 03:58:38 AM
    Smacks of desperation here, when there was no upgrade path to win7 for XP, yet they (MS) now are able to do it for win8.

    Quote
    Now let's talk about Windows XP. Good news for XP users. Windows XP users will also be able to upgrade to Windows 8 but they'll only be able to keep their document files after upgrading to Windows 8 similar to Windows Vista without SP1 users.

    Also you'll need to have SP3 installed in Windows XP to be able to upgrade to Windows 8.

    Personally I wouldn't call that good news if as they say "they'll only be able to keep their document files after upgrading to Windows 8." I wouldn't call that an upgrade path at all, no programs, they might as well just back up their files and do a clean install and avoid the potential hassle.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 30, 2012, 04:34:57 AM
    Smacks of desperation here, when there was no upgrade path to win7 for XP, yet they (MS) now are able to do it for win8.

    Quote
    Now let's talk about Windows XP. Good news for XP users. Windows XP users will also be able to upgrade to Windows 8 but they'll only be able to keep their document files after upgrading to Windows 8 similar to Windows Vista without SP1 users.

    Also you'll need to have SP3 installed in Windows XP to be able to upgrade to Windows 8.

    Personally I wouldn't call that good news if as they say "they'll only be able to keep their document files after upgrading to Windows 8." I wouldn't call that an upgrade path at all, no programs, they might as well just back up their files and do a clean install and avoid the potential hassle.
    No hassle. Besides the documents, you'll also keep your settings, drivers, etc which makes conversion a bit easier especially if you no longer have the driver disks.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 30, 2012, 09:12:57 AM
    Smacks of desperation here, when there was no upgrade path to win7 for XP, yet they (MS) now are able to do it for win8.

    Quote
    Now let's talk about Windows XP. Good news for XP users. Windows XP users will also be able to upgrade to Windows 8 but they'll only be able to keep their document files after upgrading to Windows 8 similar to Windows Vista without SP1 users.

    Also you'll need to have SP3 installed in Windows XP to be able to upgrade to Windows 8.

    Personally I wouldn't call that good news if as they say "they'll only be able to keep their document files after upgrading to Windows 8." I wouldn't call that an upgrade path at all, no programs, they might as well just back up their files and do a clean install and avoid the potential hassle.
    No hassle. Besides the documents, you'll also keep your settings, drivers, etc which makes conversion a bit easier especially if you no longer have the driver disks.
    Not with XP , Bob.  It's also highly doubtful that a machine still running XP will be able to run Win 8 satisfactorily. It is also almost a certainty that there will be many issues with the older hardware and drivers for it.

    There is also this to consider. Everybody knows from past experience with Windows that upgrading from one version to another never works as well as a full fresh clean install of the newer version.

    I can see upgrading from Vista (but not in all cases), and Win 7 but I still wouldn't do it.  I have seen too many machines become bricks after trying to upgrade Windows from an upgrade disk. You're always better off keeping the OS that your machine came with and was designed for.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 30, 2012, 01:41:56 PM
    drivers
    I don't think so. I would really recommend an installation from scratch if possible. Most of the times, the machine won't be W8 prepared...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 30, 2012, 02:36:04 PM
    drivers
    I don't think so. I would really recommend an installation from scratch if possible. Most of the times, the machine won't be W8 prepared...
    Part of the upgrade process is to check your computer for compatibility.
    If you've ever done a clean install and not had the driver disks handy and windows drivers didn't work, you would know the importance
    of not having to worry about drivers.....
    I've also been using Windows8 from the first developers release.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 30, 2012, 02:51:06 PM
    I wouldn't ever dream of an OS update from XP to win8, I like Dch48 would only do a clean install (if I were contemplating win8) and that would include doing my usual preparation with drivers, etc.

    My comment wasn't so much the technicalities of the update, but that MS are now saying it is an option, when it wasn't for an option to upgrade to win7 from XP.

    To me that shows that the only reason for this change of policy is to finally try to kill XP. This begs the question why is it now possible when it was supposedly technically not possible to do this with win7.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 30, 2012, 03:09:39 PM
    Quote
    This begs the question why is it now possible when it was supposedly technically not possible to do this with win7.
    Maybe because I've been able to run some programs on Windows 8 that never ran in windows 7 ???
    (Even compatibility Mode didn't work in Win7)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 30, 2012, 03:13:19 PM
    That would then beg the question, why can the update only take forward the documents. Honestly the deeper you dig on this the greater the smell of hypocrisy/desperation on the part of MS to make win8 a success rather than another Vista.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 30, 2012, 03:40:23 PM
    That would then beg the question, why can the update only take forward the documents. Honestly the deeper you dig on this the greater the smell of hypocrisy/desperation on the part of MS to make win8 a success rather than another Vista.
    A question I posed at the Microsoft store:
    Why was I able to update the OS from Windows 7 to Windows 8 Consumer preview but, could only save my user information when I did the upgrade
    to the current Windows 8 Release Preview (Build 8400) No one was able to give me an answer and I'm still waiting for an answer from MS.  :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 30, 2012, 07:47:45 PM
    No one was able to give me an answer and I'm still waiting for an answer from MS.  :(
    Let's wait...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 11, 2012, 05:52:34 PM

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rickz on July 11, 2012, 10:07:09 PM
    It's a shame it doesn't support the older regular ipod.
    Thanks for the info though, Rick
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 12, 2012, 01:29:21 AM
    Microsoft is pulling the plug on the Windows Sidebar and all gadgets.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 12, 2012, 10:24:06 AM

    (http://media.askvg.com/articles/images4/PhoneTrans_Pro.png)
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 12, 2012, 10:36:24 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    By some this is being considered a "dishonest" move to promote Windows 8: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/uk/w8itprogeneral/thread/9c39e965-cd3b-4e4d-98e1-158315a3629d (Technet posting author = VeryBoringNickname) and from that 
    Quote
    Because we want to focus on the exciting possibilities of the newest version of Windows, the Windows website no longer hosts the gadget gallery.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 12, 2012, 10:38:56 AM
    More here: http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Microsoft-advises-disabling-Windows-Gadgets-amid-vulnerability-fears-1636895.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 12, 2012, 12:34:01 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 12, 2012, 09:56:47 PM
    Hi Dch48,

    By some this is being considered a "dishonest" move to promote Windows 8: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/uk/w8itprogeneral/thread/9c39e965-cd3b-4e4d-98e1-158315a3629d (Technet posting author = VeryBoringNickname) and from that 
    Quote
    Because we want to focus on the exciting possibilities of the newest version of Windows, the Windows website no longer hosts the gadget gallery.

    polonus
    No, it's much more of a security issue, even according to Microsoft.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 12, 2012, 10:30:06 PM
    Hi Dch48,

    After reading more about that I could also lean to what you say there, but it is just a too simple way out for the issue. On the other hand why are they using that as an excuse as they had similar security issues back in 2007 with Vista (to come up now suddenly with a Fix it to get rid of it shortly before the official launch of W8. See: http://www.biztechmagazine.com/article/2007/11/securing-sidebar BizTech magazine link article author by Tony Bradley posted Nov 08, 2007...
    So did they suddenly woke up to a security issue they already were aware of in 2007 or are they just wanna go on with Windows 8 with less "sidebar load"?

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 12, 2012, 10:38:14 PM
    Interesting, I have win7 32bit starter edition on my acer aspire one netbook and both my gadgets are still on the desktop and working. Though the win7 32bit starter edition is much crippled, I don't believe it has the Sidebar feature, but you can get gadgets (or I found a way).

    But if you try to get more you get the Because we want to focus on the exciting possibilities of the newest version of windows, blah, blah, blah.

    There is little on that page about security other than Gadgets installed from untrusted sources can harm your computer and access your computer files. Great so Microsoft is saying that the Windows Desktop Gadgets is an untrustworthy source, well I can fully understand that as I don't completely trust microsoft's sharp practices.

    If their really is a security issue, what is wrong with them patching it.

    So I rather feel that this is more to do with them trying to push win8 metro style apps.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 12, 2012, 11:12:15 PM
    Hi DavidR and Dch48,

    There is yet another side to it.
    Quote
    Considering the way Microsoft is pushing Touch based features and apps, the computer industry may lean towards touch sensitive screens for all types of computers including desktops and laptops. This could lead to massive popularity of Metro Apps over traditional Windows 8 in the next couple of years
    quote author = Tony Young, link comes from dotnet spider twitter. The security issue given there is
    Quote
    Metro Apps do not have access to all the system APIs for security reasons
    ,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 13, 2012, 12:39:34 AM
    I honestly don't give a stuff if all monitors will be touch screen, a large screen monitor used on a desktop doesn't lend itself to being used as a touch screen.

    Who is going to work for hours with their arms at shoulder level using a touch screen, your arms would be dropping off in no time flat.

    The one size fits all approach is not appropriate and to tell everyone that is what they are going to get, just makes them mad and is hardly going to make them switch.

    And before Bob, et all say there is a utility/hack not to have to use the Metro interface, why the hell are M$ so damn intent on ignoring this as an option in the OS, that people even have to do this.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2012, 04:20:52 AM
    I honestly don't give a stuff if all monitors will be touch screen, a large screen monitor used on a desktop doesn't lend itself to being used as a touch screen.

    Who is going to work for hours with their arms at shoulder level using a touch screen, your arms would be dropping off in no time flat.

    The one size fits all approach is not appropriate and to tell everyone that is what they are going to get, just makes them mad and is hardly going to make them switch.

    And before Bob, et all say there is a utility/hack not to have to use the Metro interface, why the hell are M$ so damn intent on ignoring this as an option in the OS, that people even have to do this.
    The metro apps do have a purpose and are especially nice if you want to be constantly informed of what's going on with your emails, your friends on Facebook and Skype, the news, the blogs you follow, etc etc. The current icons on your desktop just can't be used for that.
    If you want to use your programs, simply go to your "old" desktop.
    As with anything new, there is a learning curve but overall, Windows 8 is a vast improvement over Windows 7.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rickz on July 13, 2012, 04:26:08 AM
    What are the improvements?
    I need to know before I would change.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2012, 04:30:08 AM
    What are the improvements?
    I need to know before I would change.
    Google or Bing or Yahoo search are a great way to find that answer.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 13, 2012, 11:34:26 AM
    I honestly don't give a stuff if all monitors will be touch screen, a large screen monitor used on a desktop doesn't lend itself to being used as a touch screen.

    Who is going to work for hours with their arms at shoulder level using a touch screen, your arms would be dropping off in no time flat.

    The one size fits all approach is not appropriate and to tell everyone that is what they are going to get, just makes them mad and is hardly going to make them switch.

    And before Bob, et all say there is a utility/hack not to have to use the Metro interface, why the hell are M$ so damn intent on ignoring this as an option in the OS, that people even have to do this.
    The metro apps do have a purpose and are especially nice if you want to be constantly informed of what's going on with your emails, your friends on Facebook and Skype, the news, the blogs you follow, etc etc. The current icons on your desktop just can't be used for that.
    If you want to use your programs, simply go to your "old" desktop.
    As with anything new, there is a learning curve but overall, Windows 8 is a vast improvement over Windows 7.

    You can already get apps/extensions to do these things.

    It isn't about being new, touch screen phones and pads/slates are more suited to touch screen interfaces (I have no problem with my phones android OS and touch screen interface) but on a desktop system with large screen monitor that is absolutely ridiculous. Not everyone is going to have the luxury of having multiple systems where they can have the OS best suited to their use of that system.

    It is about being new, it is about how people use their systems and the intransigence of MS insisting on a one size fits all and failing to listen. It is cutting off their nose to spite their face, trying to force this on people isn't going to work they aren't going to buy it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2012, 02:26:37 PM
    But you have a choice:
    Use the Metro apps or, go to the Desktop and forget about Metro apps.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 13, 2012, 03:48:31 PM
    No, in its current incarnation you have no choice as the default is the Metro interface, I don't want to have to continually switch to a desktop interface, I want the option not to ever see the metro interface as an OS option not having to hack it or install another utility to do that. I really can't understand the MS Intransigence on this.

    Whilst it is this way I would never purchase win8 for a desktop system and I feel that is likely to be the same for many who primarily use a desktop system.

    I wouldn't have a problem with win8 on a tablet touch screen interface (or even MS Surface, which I quite like). But if I'm going to use a touch screen tablet, why would I pay for win8 when I can get android for free. So by going down this one size fits all it makes users consider other options and not just MS.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 13, 2012, 10:37:50 PM
    Bob, can we see a screenshot of your Win 8 desktop that the utility you have gives you?

    As far as "vastly improved" goes, I would have to disagree. Forget about the metro thing, the new explorer interface , with that ribbon, is also terrible. I have read every article on Win 8 that I have come across and I would have to say that the only thing that is improved are the recovery options.  I don't go as far as David does. I wouldn't mind using a utility to get a desktop interface as long as the machine booted directly into it, skipping the Metro UI entirely but I also will not be switching this Win 7 machine to 8. I will follow my usual procedure of only getting a new Windows version when I buy a new computer which happens every 6 years. I started with 98SE in '99, switched to XP in 2005, and got Win 7 in mid 2011. So I'll probably wind up with whatever the current version is in 2017  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 15, 2012, 02:31:51 PM
    Bob, can we see a screenshot of your Win 8 desktop that the utility you have gives you?

    As far as "vastly improved" goes, I would have to disagree. Forget about the metro thing, the new explorer interface , with that ribbon, is also terrible. I have read every article on Win 8 that I have come across and I would have to say that the only thing that is improved are the recovery options.  I don't go as far as David does. I wouldn't mind using a utility to get a desktop interface as long as the machine booted directly into it, skipping the Metro UI entirely but I also will not be switching this Win 7 machine to 8. I will follow my usual procedure of only getting a new Windows version when I buy a new computer which happens every 6 years. I started with 98SE in '99, switched to XP in 2005, and got Win 7 in mid 2011. So I'll probably wind up with whatever the current version is in 2017  ;D
    Here are some pictures:
    Standard Windows 8 Metro:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-ifqt-164kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-ifqt-164kb)


    After installing Classic Start Menu 3.5.1 (http://classicshell.sourceforge.net/)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-82ou-210kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-82ou-210kb)
    Selecting the Windows Update selection brings up the following:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-ug9m-64kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-ug9m-64kb)
    Menu:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-5rel-19kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-5rel-19kb)
    Programs:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-xg9w-86kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-xg9w-86kb)
    Documents:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-oqdx-65kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-oqdx-65kb)
    Settings:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-ry6x-39kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-ry6x-39kb)
    Search:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-ynoy-35kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-ynoy-35kb)
    Selecting the Shutdown option brings up the following (Shown in expanded view.)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120715-843b-26kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120715-843b-26kb)
    If you don't like it after trying it, you can always uninstall and go back to the defaults.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 15, 2012, 10:30:27 PM
    I like that Bob, except for the clamshell Windows icon which I'm sure can be changed. Can you change the colors of the taskbar and window headers? Also, does Win 8 boot into that interface and skip Metro entirely?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 16, 2012, 03:36:00 AM
    I like that Bob, except for the clamshell Windows icon which I'm sure can be changed. Can you change the colors of the taskbar and window headers? Also, does Win 8 boot into that interface and skip Metro entirely?
    Sorry, I'm interested in usable changes. Ascetics don't concern me and aren't things I've looked into.
    As far as the boot question goes, you get to see a very short wink of the Metro Start and then it changes to the desktop.
    If you ever wanted to access the Metro Screen, simply depress the shift key while clicking on the "clamshell Windows icon"
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 16, 2012, 11:57:44 PM

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 26, 2012, 01:28:29 AM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 28, 2012, 06:25:10 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 31, 2012, 11:45:20 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 01, 2012, 03:28:30 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on August 01, 2012, 11:06:26 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2012, 04:59:38 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2012, 03:37:22 PM

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    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120807-jkqh-60kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120807-jkqh-60kb)


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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on August 07, 2012, 05:24:54 PM
    Microsoft Kills off Metro

    http://www.extremetech.com/computing/133919-microsoft-kills-off-metro-but-the-start-screen-lives-on
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 07, 2012, 05:31:48 PM
    Been mentioned somewhere already, probably in the win8 tips and tricks topic.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2012, 05:32:30 PM
    Been mentioned somewhere already, probably in the win8 tips and tricks topic.
    http://www.zdnet.com/is-metro-now-a-banned-word-at-microsoft-7000002052/ (http://www.zdnet.com/is-metro-now-a-banned-word-at-microsoft-7000002052/)   :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on August 07, 2012, 06:02:05 PM
    Been mentioned somewhere already, probably in the win8 tips and tricks topic.
    http://www.zdnet.com/is-metro-now-a-banned-word-at-microsoft-7000002052/ (http://www.zdnet.com/is-metro-now-a-banned-word-at-microsoft-7000002052/)   :)
    Im always late to the ball :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 07, 2012, 06:06:32 PM
    Unfortunately it is just the name that is dead not the 70s style cubist nonsense interface.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on August 07, 2012, 06:20:09 PM
    Unfortunately it is just the name that is dead not the 70s style cubist nonsense interface.
    Yeah, i really cant understand what microsoft are thinking with this former metro interface, at least you would have "thought" they would have included the option not to use it rather than getting a third party app to enable the normal desktop ::) not for me im afraid :-X
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2012, 06:22:48 PM
    Unfortunately it is just the name that is dead not the 70s style cubist nonsense interface.
    Yeah, i really cant understand what microsoft are thinking with this former metro interface, at least you would have "thought" they would have included the option not to use it rather than getting a third party app to enable the normal desktop ::) not for me im afraid :-X
    You don't know what your missing....  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 07, 2012, 07:34:34 PM
    I don't miss anything, what you don't want you don't miss.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 08, 2012, 02:38:21 AM
    Now Microsoft is completely removing the ability to boot straight to the desktop, The latest RTM builds of Win 8 no longer can. The third party utilities still work though, so far.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 08, 2012, 02:50:23 AM
    And Bob still wonders why I want nothing to do with it, I absolutely hate this autocratic attitude, despite tons of reviews that don't like the Metro 70s style cubist interface. I mean what the h3lls the problem in having that as an option for those desktop users that don't want it.

    Surely that is preferable than those that don't like the interface not buying it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 08, 2012, 02:52:02 AM
    Seems just another chapter of the fight with Google and the market share of the mobile platform...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 08, 2012, 02:55:38 AM
    Quote
    Now Microsoft is completely removing the ability to boot straight to the desktop
    That was never possible except with the aide of a third party app.
    All of this is actually Windows 8 related.  ;)
    Which I'll be installing in one more week :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 08, 2012, 08:35:27 AM
    Quote
    Now Microsoft is completely removing the ability to boot straight to the desktop
    That was never possible except with the aide of a third party app.
    All of this is actually Windows 8 related.  ;)
    Which I'll be installing in one more week :)
    Actually it was possible according to a lot of people. You could make Win 8 automatically switch to the desktop after briefly displaying the interface that looks like it was designed by Fisher Price. Now they are finding that you can no longer do that.

    http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-said-to-block-ability-to-boot-straight-to-desktop-in-windows-8-7000002219/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 08, 2012, 08:46:54 AM
    ...the interface that looks like it was designed by Fisher Price.

    ;D +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 08, 2012, 03:17:22 PM
    I'm just curious, how many of you that are being so critical of Windows 8 are actually running windows 8 ???  :)
    (Not for a week but on a regular basis. )


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 08, 2012, 03:44:28 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 08, 2012, 03:51:58 PM
    I'm just curious, how many of you that are being so critical of Windows 8 are actually running windows 8 ???  :)
    (Not for a week but on a regular basis. )

    You don't have to run it to see the autocratic arrogance of MS despite all of the reviews that many don't like the interface formally known as 'Metro' to try and block what users want an option to completely bypass the metro interface. You only have to read the many reviews.

    Personally I feel this has more to do with M$ trying to force people to use the interface in the hope that it might sell some phones because the interface is essentially the same. I would have no problem with this interface on mobile phones or tablets, a touch screen based interface is fine for those but for a desktop it is totally alien.

    As I have said in the past I was really looking forward to the release of win8 (as I'm no real fan of win7), but as the reviews have come in I really see this as a disappointment. M$ are trying to turn this in to an Apple walled garden OS, getting your apps from M$ only.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 08, 2012, 03:59:17 PM
    I rely on my own experience and as someone who has now used Windows 8
    exclusively for almost 1 year, I'm looking forward to 8/15/2012 when I can finally download the official
    Windows 8 Release from Technet. :)
    I'm also not thrilled with the now outlawed term "Metro Style" but, that's only a very small part of Windows 8
    and very easily bypassed for those like myself who have no use for the live tiles.
    The rest of Windows 8 is a great improvement over Windows 7 and certainly worth the small investment needed
    to convert. IMHO
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 08, 2012, 04:18:09 PM
    Sorry I can be just as stubborn as M$ if they aren't interested in listening to reviews and potential users, why should I pay them for something that in its current form I don't want.

    I really would love to know their reasoning in not having the option for a user to completely bypass the 'Fisher Price' interface. I think that sounds better than Metro Style (as I feel there is little style about it), but that would no doubt get them in trouble too.

    No matter how small an investment that might be in win8 and for me an upgrade is out of the question. So getting win8 is no small investment as it wouldn't just be the cost of the OS.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 08, 2012, 04:21:46 PM
    So far it is not an improvement for the gaming community. The kinks may get ironed out of course but as it stands right now, AMD is telling people to expect lower performance in 3D games than we're currently getting with Win 7. This may be a driver issue that will get fixed but it is an issue now.  I will admit that the faster boot times, lower hard drive space usage, better speed in non-gaming applications and better recovery options are attractive features but I will still be staying with Win 7. It does everything XP does and a lot more. Everything that is common to XP and 7, Win 7 does faster and better and only requires a short adjustment period for XP users, even less for Vista users.   I have reached the point where I'm not saying never for Win 8 but for right now, I'll pass.

    I do want to see IE 10 though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 08, 2012, 06:02:25 PM
    I'm just curious, how many of you that are being so critical of Windows 8 are actually running windows 8 ???  :)
    (Not for a week but on a regular basis. )

    Tested it on two of my own machines (testing period: 3-4 weeks) and saw/run it on 4 other systems.
    While speed and stability are ok, as some others here, I've a big problem with the interface formerly known as Metro... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 15, 2012, 03:55:59 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on August 15, 2012, 11:25:57 PM
    Hi folks,

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    So they are still at it after a year of silence,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 16, 2012, 10:11:28 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 22, 2012, 03:08:55 AM

    Installing Windows 8 on your old PC could turn it into Greased Lightning (http://www.zdnet.com/installing-windows-8-on-your-old-pc-could-turn-it-into-greased-lightning-7000002903/)
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    It's nice to know that I'm not the only one with that belief and experience. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 22, 2012, 05:11:53 AM
    Yes Bob but if you read the article, he didn't test it with old enough machines. Machines that came with Vista pre-installed are not that old and anything is faster than Vista. Let something like my 2005 HP laptop with a Turion 64 single core and 2 gigs of DDR, not DDR2 but DDR, Ram that was designed for XP get tested. I bet it won't be so "greased".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 22, 2012, 02:38:58 PM
    When saying it can be run on old systems and supposedly speed them up - Speed isn't the only thing, other considerations have to be software on said old system.

    With no way to do an update install without it effectively being a destructive update, e.g. no retention of the installed software. The user will have to reinstall that if it would even run on win8, will it run in compatibility mode, does the standard win8 even have compatibility mode (without have to have purchased a certain win8 version) and if so at what OS level.

    So there is the possibility that some old software may not run on win8, are they to then purchase it again or another that does work on win8, these are the other expenses that I have mentioned before, it isn't just the cost of the win8 OS (reasonable or otherwise).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 22, 2012, 05:19:13 PM
    Quote
    does the standard win8 even have compatibility mode
    Right Click on any program> select properties:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120822-vl5v-47kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120822-vl5v-47kb)


    Select Compatibility:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120822-qr5a-68kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120822-qr5a-68kb)


    Now you can either run the troubleshooter or select to run in a previous version of Windows.
    This is also where you select to run a program with Admin. privileges.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 22, 2012, 05:47:53 PM
    Since you are using win8 Pro, you will find that, the same was true of win7 Pro (and win 7 Ultimate), but for some reason the win7 Home. That is why I made that comment about is this "compatibility mode (without have to have purchased a certain win8 version)"  version specific.

    So if anyone is using win 8 home if they can check if compatibility mode is available.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 22, 2012, 09:42:38 PM
    Compatibility Mode was available in the Home Version of Windows 7.
    What makes you assume it will not be available in Windows 8 home ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 22, 2012, 11:27:26 PM
    Because of what I had read in the past as to a certain extent it was a VM environment of that OS.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2012, 05:21:50 PM
    Because of what I had read in the past as to a certain extent it was a VM environment of that OS.


    Hope this answers your question:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120827-9brh-41kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120827-9brh-41kb)
    Simply doing a right click on any program and then selecting
    properties gives you access to the Compatibility option.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2012, 05:27:31 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 27, 2012, 10:14:53 PM
    Because of what I had read in the past as to a certain extent it was a VM environment of that OS.


    Hope this answers your question:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120827-9brh-41kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120827-9brh-41kb)
    Simply doing a right click on any program and then selecting
    properties gives you access to the Compatibility option.
    That compatibility option has been available since XP and is nothing new. The thing that gets run in a VM environment is the XP mode which is only available in Windows 7 Professional and above and is something completely different.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2012, 10:17:55 PM
    The Compatibility Troubleshooter certainly was not available in XP.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 27, 2012, 10:23:24 PM
    The Compatibility Troubleshooter certainly was not available in XP.
    Maybe not that part but the rest of it was. The troubleshooter is just an automated way of determining which mode to use instead of picking it yourself. My point is that I think DavidR was talking about the XP mode of Win 7 and not the simple compatibility mode which does not use a VM environment.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2012, 10:58:54 PM
    The Compatibility Troubleshooter certainly was not available in XP.
    Maybe not that part but the rest of it was. The troubleshooter is just an automated way of determining which mode to use instead of picking it yourself. My point is that I think DavidR was talking about the XP mode of Win 7 and not the simple compatibility mode which does not use a VM environment.
    You're talking about Hyper V and that's totally different from Compatibility Mode.
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120827-plqv-45kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120827-plqv-45kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 27, 2012, 11:18:02 PM
    <snip quote>
    <snip>
     My point is that I think DavidR was talking about the XP mode of Win 7 and not the simple compatibility mode which does not use a VM environment.

    That is essentially it as I didn't know the exact name for the function, it was more of running in a VM environment of the OS rather than compatibility mode. Though I don't really know how good the compatibility mode would be, if for instance you want to install a program that requires XP.

    That was my concern as I have several old programs that wont even run/install on win7 (an old accounts package and some others that do all I need of them), so if using win8 I wouldn't have to replace this software and that is where the additional expense of an upgrade comes in.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2012, 11:31:40 PM
    I'd be happy to test one of those programs for you David using Compatibility Mode which is available in all versions of Windows 8. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 27, 2012, 11:36:04 PM
    Thanks for the offer - I'm probably going to soldier on with them on my XP system and when XP is no longer supported (April 2014) it will be taken off line as none of the programs require internet access.

    Who knows what will be around that time.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 28, 2012, 12:30:42 AM
    The Compatibility Troubleshooter certainly was not available in XP.
    Maybe not that part but the rest of it was. The troubleshooter is just an automated way of determining which mode to use instead of picking it yourself. My point is that I think DavidR was talking about the XP mode of Win 7 and not the simple compatibility mode which does not use a VM environment.
    You're talking about Hyper V and that's totally different from Compatibility Mode.
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20120827-plqv-45kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20120827-plqv-45kb)
    Actually, I was not talking about Hyper-V at all but rather what is described here. 
    http://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2010/01/windows-xp-mode/

    and here
     http://lifehacker.com/5245396/set-up-and-use-xp-mode-in-windows-7
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Jesant13 on August 28, 2012, 12:52:47 AM
    According to the Wall Street Journal, IBM bought a software company. (http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&cad=rja&ved=0CEgQqQIwBA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fonline.wsj.com%2Farticle%2FSB10000872396390444327204577615172263198682.html&ei=svg7UL3pB6W26QGN_YHYCA&usg=AFQjCNFGHpSPukVJ6z4bMI9b1vSmLdzoZA&sig2=FlOL7KvyZS1oWJeikWQDQw) The cost was $1.3B.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 29, 2012, 03:13:17 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 29, 2012, 03:34:31 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2012, 12:21:55 AM
    Many Tablets and small computers now come without a DVD or CD player.
    To boot from a DVD, Microsoft supplies this easy to use utility:
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2012, 03:18:35 PM
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    IMHO, an excellent tool in the right hands or a tool to use when guided by a professional.

    (This is a tool that if used incorrectly, could leave your system un-bootable!)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on August 30, 2012, 04:34:52 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 30, 2012, 10:17:55 PM
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    It's a little ironic that a tool to measure battery usage would in itself contribute to increased drain. It's probably negligible, but still has to be there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 31, 2012, 01:36:38 AM
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    It's a little ironic that a tool to measure battery usage would in itself contribute to increased drain. It's probably negligible, but still has to be there.
    I turned off my default battery icon and app. which made it pretty much a wash.
    (I'm currently not using it and waiting for a version that's compatible with Windows 8.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 01, 2012, 04:53:22 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 02, 2012, 03:41:55 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on September 06, 2012, 09:19:41 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2012, 01:54:53 AM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 14, 2012, 03:15:00 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 16, 2012, 05:07:16 PM
    Google Puts Internet Explorer 8 on Notice, Ends Support in Nov. (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2409768,00.asp)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on September 17, 2012, 12:45:31 AM
    Google Puts Internet Explorer 8 on Notice, Ends Support in Nov. (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2409768,00.asp)
    It mentions Google apps, none of which I use. I wonder if it includes the search page and search engine which I do use. I suspect not. I do have a Gmail account but I rarely , if ever access it through the actual web page.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 19, 2012, 12:27:56 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2012, 03:24:12 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 21, 2012, 03:46:02 PM
    Foolproof, nah, there will always be a better fool to disprove that ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on September 24, 2012, 06:36:33 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on October 02, 2012, 05:11:08 PM
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    Turn your laptop into a wireless router.I've found this handy (to connect my android) since I don't have a wireless router anymore.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 04, 2012, 04:31:17 PM
    Google Issues New State-Sponsored Attack Warnings; Tens of Thousands on the Receiving End (http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/technolog/google-users-your-account-may-be-under-attack-6259428)

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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 06, 2012, 02:53:36 PM
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 06, 2012, 04:47:20 PM
    Greenshot (http://getgreenshot.org/) - a free screenshot tool optimized for productivity

    I use it for a long time. It's a great tool.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 06, 2012, 05:57:24 PM
    Greenshot (http://getgreenshot.org/) - a free screenshot tool optimized for productivity

    I use it for a long time. It's a great tool.
    I just started using Greenshot. I like it.
    See http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848892#msg848892
    And http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848945#msg848945
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 06, 2012, 06:02:40 PM
    Greenshot (http://getgreenshot.org/) - a free screenshot tool optimized for productivity

    I use it for a long time. It's a great tool.
    I just started using Greenshot. I like it.
    See http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848892#msg848892 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848892#msg848892)
    And http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848945#msg848945 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848945#msg848945)

    You forgot one:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg848891#msg848891 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg848891#msg848891)   :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 06, 2012, 06:32:47 PM
    No I did not forget one. It's included in the first link. In David's reply.  :)
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=106709.msg848892#msg848892

    edit: Greenshot is extremely versatile. A user can highlight and crop among other attributes.  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 09, 2012, 01:22:50 AM
    Running Google's Chrome browser and need to control Flash ???


    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121008-abnj-83kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121008-abnj-83kb)


    Then you need FlashControl from Dave (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/dave%20flash%20control?hl=en-US) 


    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121008-oqo3-20kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121008-oqo3-20kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121008-ulk0-46kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121008-ulk0-46kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121008-dtog-64kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121008-dtog-64kb)


    You choose the interface and the amount of control you desire.





    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 11, 2012, 03:55:34 PM
    (http://www.softperfect.com/products/networkscanner/small_main_window2.png)


    SoftPerfect Network Scanner (http://www.softperfect.com/products/networkscanner/)


    Pings computers and displays those alive.
    Detects hardware MAC-addresses, even across routers.
    Detects hidden shared folders and writable ones.
    Detects your internal and external IP addresses.
    Scans for listening TCP ports, some UDP and SNMP services.
    Retrieves currently logged-on users, configured user accounts, uptime, etc.
    You can mount and explore network resources.
    Can launch external third party applications.
    Exports results to HTML, XML, CSV and TXT
    Supports Wake-On-LAN, remote shutdown and sending network messages.
    Retrieves potentially any information via WMI.
    Retrieves information from remote registry, file system and service manager.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on October 11, 2012, 10:56:53 PM
    Zemana AntiLogger Free


    (http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/tim/2012/10/09/Foreman_12765000_6264_ScreenShot1_540x378.png)


    http://www.zemana.com/product/antilogger-free/overview/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Mayflower on October 12, 2012, 08:53:16 PM
    Puran Utilities

    http://www.puransoftware.com/Puran-Utilities.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 13, 2012, 01:45:24 PM

    (http://windowsteamblog.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/CommunityServer-Blogs-Components-WeblogFiles/00-00-00-59-23-metablogapi/8345.Win8_5F00_Pro1_5F00_4CEB8CA2.png)


    Reserve your copy of Windows 8 Pro and Pre-order Windows 8 PCs today! (http://windowsteamblog.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2012/10/12/reserve-your-copy-of-windows-8-pro-and-pre-order-windows-8-pcs-today.aspx)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 16, 2012, 12:28:51 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121015-lrtx-24kb.jpg) (http://www.umbrella.com/?mkt_tok=3RkMMJWWfF9wsRokvajOZKXonjHpfsX64ugtX6KzlMI%2F0ER3fOvrPUfGjI4DSMRlI%2FqLAzICFpZo2FFXCuWbeI5T)


    Click image to go to the website
    "Since 2006 we've pioneered innovative ways of making your Internet safer, faster and more reliable.
    [/size]In 2009 we began offering business security solutions that now secure the networks of some of the largest, [/color]
    [/size]most trusted companies in the world. The world has changed quite a bit since then, and we're about to take a big step forward to help you secure it."[/color]


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 18, 2012, 03:42:55 PM
    Internet Explorer 10 (IE10) for Windows 7 Coming in November 2012 (http://www.askvg.com/internet-explorer-10-ie10-for-windows-7-coming-in-november-2012/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 21, 2012, 03:46:21 PM
    A useful Firefox add-on



    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121021-sn7t-16kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121021-sn7t-16kb)     (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121021-pyig-23kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121021-pyig-23kb)


    Flagfox 4.2.2 (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/flagfox/)
    Displays a country flag depicting the location of the current website's server
    and provides a multitude of tools such as site safety checks, whois, translation,
    similar sites, validation, URL shortening, and more...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 21, 2012, 04:39:42 PM
    The WorldIP add-on does this, https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/worldip-flag-and-datacenter-pi/?src=ss (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/worldip-flag-and-datacenter-pi/?src=ss). I have been using this for some considerable time and aside from showing the Country flag.

    Quote
    REAL location of web server,IP,Datacenter,Ping,Traceroute,RDNS,AS. Often shows different countries from similar add-ons,because it is based on data from core routers worldwide,and not on whois data.

    It is quite configurable so you don't have to display everything when you hover over the WordlIP info in the browser statusbar a.k.a. firefox Add-on Bar.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2012, 12:13:26 PM

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121024-masz-34kb.jpg) (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tK5rb4dQE4KhUbz7MzqMqXmfiQ-Z31BX6FoOiP_3rsw/edit)
    Free + Useful Software (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tK5rb4dQE4KhUbz7MzqMqXmfiQ-Z31BX6FoOiP_3rsw/edit)
    (Worth a second look.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 24, 2012, 12:40:16 PM
    You should add this one to your list Bob http://www.gadwin.com/printscreen/ works on everything from windows 95 through to win7 with an update for win8 coming soon
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2012, 12:50:12 PM
    Thanks for the suggestion but I've added my favorite. :)
    Jet Screenshot (http://www.jetscreenshot.com/) It already works very well on Windows 8 :)


    (I've also added avast! Free to the top of the list!)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2012, 05:14:58 PM
    (http://puu.sh/1idMe)


    Screenshots take and share as easy as puush (http://puush.me/faq)




    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 25, 2012, 09:52:25 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121025-47p2-16kb.jpg)


    You can download the Free version of BatteryBar 3.5.4 from:
    http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/BatteryBar.shtml (http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/BatteryBar.shtml)  (Not Windows 8 compatible)


    ( I'm currently beta testing the latest version which works on Windows 8 )


    (http://puu.sh/1iESj)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on October 26, 2012, 12:25:45 AM
    Quote
    Two Day Experimental Sale Only 99 cents.

    This special sale is good Thursday October 25th and Friday October 26th and will end Friday night at 11:59 PM EST.
    The special 99 cent license is good for a single machine. Multiple orders are accepted but only one code will be created per order
    http://www.winpatrol.com/ (http://www.winpatrol.com/)
     :) I bought a few licenses. Hope it helps him
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on October 26, 2012, 10:13:13 AM
    Guess Who Has The Most Secure Browser Today?

    Internet Explorer 10.

    http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/none/304287-windows-8-s-internet-explorer-10-reigns-supreme-in-browser-safety-test (http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/none/304287-windows-8-s-internet-explorer-10-reigns-supreme-in-browser-safety-test)

    MSFT has come a long way, baby.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 26, 2012, 11:37:29 AM
    Old, old story MS pulls rabbit out of hat and declarers this is our best/most secure rabbit yet until it gets shot at. Didn't we get this for every prior version of IE, even more so every prior version of the OS, yet here we are still needing virus protection.

    Time is the only true test and this is too damn new and low volume to have come under attack yet, but as sure as eggs are eggs when it has a larger market share then it will be worth the time to crack it just like all previous versions.

    Me I don't get excited about this hype/cr4p I look after my own security.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 26, 2012, 12:08:07 PM
    Guess Who Has The Most Secure Browser Today?

    Internet Explorer 10.

    http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/none/304287-windows-8-s-internet-explorer-10-reigns-supreme-in-browser-safety-test (http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/none/304287-windows-8-s-internet-explorer-10-reigns-supreme-in-browser-safety-test)

    MSFT has come a long way, baby.
    I am and have been using the Chrome version..... ;D ;D ;D  on my Windows 8 Systems.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 26, 2012, 03:35:47 PM
    If not posted before...
    Is Your PC Ready for Windows 8? Check Yourself Using Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant
    http://www.askvg.com/is-your-pc-ready-for-windows-8-check-yourself-using-windows-8-upgrade-assistant
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 28, 2012, 11:18:03 PM

    (http://cdn.webtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/skitch-bold-design2.jpg)
    Skitch Now Available for Windows Desktop & Windows 8 (http://webtrickz.com/skitch-now-available-for-windows-desktop-windows-8/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Webtrickz+%28WebTrickz%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 30, 2012, 05:10:35 PM
    Are you using Internet Explorer as your Browser ?
    Then you need this handy tool:
    (http://www.anvisoft.com/static/img/new/abr_1.jpg)
    Anvi Browser Repair Tool (http://www.anvisoft.com/product/browserrepairtool.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 30, 2012, 05:30:49 PM
    How to Open .Hlp Files in Windows Vista, 7 or 8 Which Require Windows Help Program (WinHlp32.exe) (http://www.askvg.com/how-to-open-help-files-hlp-in-windows-7-that-require-windows-help-program-winhlp32-exe/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2012, 04:16:45 PM
    (http://www.resplendence.com/images/whocrashed_title.jpg)
    WhoCrashed (http://www.majorgeeks.com/WhoCrashed_Free_Home_Edition_d7442.html) reveals the drivers responsible for crashing your computer.
    This is the Home or Free edition
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121105-ecoz-105kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121105-ecoz-105kb)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2012, 05:11:36 PM
    (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v190/bob3160/Toolwiz201211-5-7-40-47.png)

    Toolwiz Care (http://www.majorgeeks.com/Toolwiz_Care_d7330.html) is a free tool kit designed to speed up your slow PC. With a multi-functional optimization suite,
    this Windows system optimizer provides a collection of tools which includes System Checkup, System Cleanup,
    System Speedup, and 40+ powerful tools to enhance your PC performance, local and network security,
    and optimize the start-up procedure. Toolwiz team guarantees users that Toolwiz Care will stay free forever.
    This tool kit is designed for all levels of PC users from beginners to experts.
    It can be run without actually installing the program on your system.
    (It's amazing to see how many free Tools they have bundled in the Free program)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 05, 2012, 05:20:49 PM
    Namehelp

    Overview

    namehelp improves web performance by obtaining more accurate redirections to nearby content delivery network servers.

    Basically, namehelp improves your web performance when either you or your ISP uses a remote DNS service.

    Quote : Namehelp, a program for Windows, Mac and Linux, was created to improve the user’s web performance by up to 40%. You need to map the network adapter’s (or router’s) DNS to 127.0.0.1 after program installation before you can get started.


    Review : http://www.ghacks.net/2012/11/01/namehelp-improve-public-dns-web-performance/

    Download : http://aqualab.cs.northwestern.edu/projects/namehelp
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 06, 2012, 03:39:23 PM

                                                 (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121106-0g2c-17kb.jpg) (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg859750#msg859750)
    Right Click Context Menu Adder (http://www.askvg.com/right-click-context-menu-adder-free-utility-to-add-program-shortcut-in-windows-7-desktop-context-menu/)  is a free portable software which allows you to add your favorite program shortcut,
    website link, file or folder shortcut in Windows 7 Desktop context menu quickly and easily.
    It can be used in both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows editions and works in Windows 7 and Windows 8
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on November 06, 2012, 11:00:21 PM
    Cray speed bump using 1,000's of Nvidia GPU's

    Not sure if this goes here:  http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20121026-a-supercomputing-titan (http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20121026-a-supercomputing-titan)

    Wonder how fast Win8 would run on that?   ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 07, 2012, 08:58:44 PM
    Windows 8 overtake Android web presence in less than 10 days

    (http://microsoft-news.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/image32.png)

    http://microsoft-news.com/windows-8-overtake-android-web-presence-in-less-than-10-days/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 07, 2012, 10:27:07 PM
    Considering I have data restrictions on my smart phone and none on my network,
    it isn't hard to understand that statistic.
    It actually is meaningless because it doesn't measure how many Windows 8 systems but just how much date those systems
    received.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 08, 2012, 04:16:56 PM
    Considering I have data restrictions on my smart phone and none on my network,
    it isn't hard to understand that statistic.
    It actually is meaningless because it doesn't measure how many Windows 8 systems but just how much date those systems
    received.

    Yes
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 08, 2012, 04:17:42 PM
    Windows 8 Crashes 55% Less Than Windows 7

    THE STATE OF WINDOWS 8


    https://www.soluto.com/windows-8
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 08, 2012, 09:58:34 PM
    Windows 8 Crashes 55% Less Than Windows 7
    It never crashed for me until now...!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 09, 2012, 03:22:29 AM
    Well 55% of nothing is still nothing. Win 7 hasn't crashed for me yet.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2012, 02:15:46 PM
    (http://puu.sh/1oy3n)


    Irfanview (http://www.irfanview.com/) 4.35 now ready for Windows 8
    Don't forget to also install it's companion Irfanview Plugins (http://www.irfanview.com/plugins.htm)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ajey on November 10, 2012, 02:22:46 PM
    Windows 8, RT to get first critical security patches next Tuesday
    Microsoft's new OS is up for its first security update to shore up holes that would allow hackers to run malware on unprotected PCs.

    Read more at http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57547619-83/windows-8-rt-to-get-first-critical-security-patches-next-tuesday/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on November 15, 2012, 02:10:31 PM
    Windows 8, RT to get first critical security patches next Tuesday
    Microsoft's new OS is up for its first security update to shore up holes that would allow hackers to run malware on unprotected PCs.

    Read more at http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57547619-83/windows-8-rt-to-get-first-critical-security-patches-next-tuesday/

    this should have been posted in the updates section http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 15, 2012, 03:06:36 PM
    Windows 8, RT to get first critical security patches next Tuesday
    Microsoft's new OS is up for its first security update to shore up holes that would allow hackers to run malware on unprotected PCs.

    Read more at http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57547619-83/windows-8-rt-to-get-first-critical-security-patches-next-tuesday/ (http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57547619-83/windows-8-rt-to-get-first-critical-security-patches-next-tuesday/)

    this should have been posted in the updates section http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=9671.0)
    Both places would have been appropriate.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 16, 2012, 02:22:45 PM
    Evaluate Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 free for 60 days. (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-US/evalcenter/jj192782.aspx)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on November 16, 2012, 08:41:43 PM
    Extending corporate use of IE6 in an intranet environment for intranet legacy sites that will not work well in modern browsers

    http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-57544622-12/browsium-creates-catalyst-to-solve-legacy-ie-problems/?tag=nl.e415&s_cid=e415 (http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-57544622-12/browsium-creates-catalyst-to-solve-legacy-ie-problems/?tag=nl.e415&s_cid=e415)

    Currently at beta 0.7 version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 17, 2012, 01:11:25 AM
    (http://puu.sh/1qYcR) (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    Watch the little video (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    More information and download at:
    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score (http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score)



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TedNelly on November 18, 2012, 09:04:29 AM
    WinX DVD Ripper Platinum GiveAway 
    Click on the Get Licence Code button.  A pop-up window will then appear which contains both the licence code and a link to the 27 MB download.
    Activate before Nov 28

    WinX DVD Ripper Platinum (http://www.winxdvd.com/giveaway/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 19, 2012, 03:13:56 PM
    (http://puu.sh/1rWMQ)


    Dictionary .Net (http://fishcodelib.com/Dictionary.htm) small but very powerful.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 21, 2012, 04:12:59 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121121-pqvv-37kb.jpg) (http://www.zdnet.com/thanksgiving-tech-support-survival-kit-2012-edition-7000007525/?s_cid=e539)


    http://www.zdnet.com/thanksgiving-tech-support-survival-kit-2012-edition-7000007525/?s_cid=e539 (http://www.zdnet.com/thanksgiving-tech-support-survival-kit-2012-edition-7000007525/?s_cid=e539)


    I would definitely substitute his suggestion of MSE with avast! 7 Free and get it from the Avast direct download link:  :)
    http://www.avast.com/download-thank-you.php?src=http%3A%2F%2Ffiles.avast.com%2Fiavs5x%2Fsetup_av_free.exe&product=FA-AVAST&page=download-software&locale=en-ww&avast=0 (http://www.avast.com/download-thank-you.php?src=http%3A%2F%2Ffiles.avast.com%2Fiavs5x%2Fsetup_av_free.exe&product=FA-AVAST&page=download-software&locale=en-ww&avast=0)
    I would also change The last part of the installation instructions that are offered on the website from Express Install to Custom Install.
    Custom Install = No Surprises. :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 24, 2012, 03:00:06 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121124-5ijb-34kb.jpg)
    Adjust Your Privacy on all or some of these Social Media networks (http://adjustyourprivacy.com/)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 24, 2012, 08:00:38 PM
    SlimDrivers Free (https://www.slimwareutilities.com/slimdrivers.php) from Slimware - Revisited
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121124-pjh8-52kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121124-pjh8-52kb)   (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121124-nckm-46kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121124-nckm-46kb)   


    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121124-zc9u-64kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121124-zc9u-64kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121124-z1fo-75kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121124-z1fo-75kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121124-0bqk-92kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121124-0bqk-92kb)


    If you don't mind looking at a few select ads during the driver downloads, this does an excellent job updating your outdated drivers
    for FREE!

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 25, 2012, 03:58:39 PM

    PrivaZer (http://privazer.com/) for all the Privacy conscious people on this forum:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121125-nlcc-48kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121125-nlcc-48kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121125-58pg-65kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121125-58pg-65kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121125-a9my-72kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121125-a9my-72kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 26, 2012, 05:32:54 PM

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121126-vwsj-41kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121126-vwsj-41kb)
    Uncheck Install AVG Toolbar to avoid adding this to your system
    PicPick 3.2.0 (http://www.majorgeeks.com/PicPick_d6153.html) is user friendly and full of features for creating your image,
    suitable for software developers, graphic designers and home user.


    Features:
    For All versions of Windows
    Multi-language is supported. (30+)
    All functions are fully supported on a dual screen environment.
    No Registry, No access to System folder (you can copy this files to portable USB)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121126-47z3-64kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121126-47z3-64kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 27, 2012, 04:14:35 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121127-0l51-55kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121127-0l51-55kb)


    Windows Repair Portable 1.9.2 (http://www.majorgeeks.com/Tweaking.com_-_Windows_Repair_Portable_d7222.html)  There is a very informative video on the Major Geeks website.
    avast! will ask to run this sandboxed. (I've checked it it's clean and set it to run normally- remember my answer)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121127-aqzv-47kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121127-aqzv-47kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121127-skzn-52kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121127-skzn-52kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121127-jsdr-56kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121127-jsdr-56kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121127-uctx-48kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121127-uctx-48kb)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20121127-obv6-42kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20121127-obv6-42kb)

    Comments always welcome. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on November 27, 2012, 04:16:29 PM
    A magic bit of Kit .. I use it quite regularly to repair systems after malware removal

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 27, 2012, 04:28:35 PM
    A magic bit of Kit .. I use it quite regularly to repair systems after malware removal
    When I first saw this I thought that any program that offers to install avast! and Malwarbytes had to be
    a program worth investigating. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on November 27, 2012, 04:41:54 PM
    There are a few other tweaking tools on that site most are for the novice but some are for the more experienced
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Andyonline on November 28, 2012, 08:58:20 AM
    (http://puu.sh/1qYcR) (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    Watch the little video (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    More information and download at:
    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score (http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score)

    I ran this and got a big zero for hard disk encryption - how do i sort this ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on November 28, 2012, 09:10:01 AM
    (http://puu.sh/1qYcR) (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    Watch the little video (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    More information and download at:
    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score (http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score)

    I ran this and got a big zero for hard disk encryption - how do i sort this ?
    hi Andyonline,

    That is actually a very good question. 

    No need to sort anything unless you have hard drive encryption software installed on your system, which is what OPSWAT is reporting that you do not have here.  No encryption software, 0 encryption found.

    What is file encryption ?  https://www.google.com/#hl=en&sugexp=les%3B&gs_nf=3&cp=16&gs_id=8v&xhr=t&q=file+encryption+software&pf=p&tbo=d&sclient=psy-ab&oq=file+encryption+&gs_l=&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&fp=9c1c7a74a90eb2f8&bpcl=38897761&biw=1280&bih=887 (https://www.google.com/#hl=en&sugexp=les%3B&gs_nf=3&cp=16&gs_id=8v&xhr=t&q=file+encryption+software&pf=p&tbo=d&sclient=psy-ab&oq=file+encryption+&gs_l=&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.&fp=9c1c7a74a90eb2f8&bpcl=38897761&biw=1280&bih=887)

    For normal home usage, file encryption is not needed or necessary.  For less than advanced users, it can be a rat trap one cannot get out of.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: midnight on November 28, 2012, 11:04:09 AM
    Just ran the security program and it showed 85.  Is that good?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Andyonline on November 28, 2012, 08:03:59 PM
    I got 88 which i think is pretty good as I dont really need the hard drive encryption which scores me lower.


    Thanks Bob !

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 28, 2012, 08:31:11 PM
    You're welcome.  I also don't use HD encryption.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Andyonline on November 28, 2012, 08:34:12 PM
    I see you have posted many free programs here - are you a full time surfer !!??
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 28, 2012, 09:23:34 PM
    I see you have posted many free programs here - are you a full time surfer !!??
    No that's just something I do in my spare time.....
    What keeps my busy is the following:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.0)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 28, 2012, 11:02:59 PM
    (http://puu.sh/1qYcR) (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    Watch the little video (http://youtu.be/VVaYS5BJtbE)
    More information and download at:
    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score (http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score)
    I got 85 because I have Utorrent installed and because I haven't done a full Avast scan in ages. It also only gives Avast a bronze certification  :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on November 28, 2012, 11:08:36 PM
    hi Dch48.

    Same thing here re Avast!.  OPSWAT is a little behind the curve atm, imo.  85 here also, no Utorrent installed though.  btw, do not have any use for that sort even if a million (or billion) dollars was offered here.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 29, 2012, 11:33:53 AM
    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20121129-2bx-35kb.jpg)

    inSSIDer v2.1 (http://www.metageek.net/support/downloads/) scans all the available Wireless Access Points surrounding your computer and, displays information about each of those networks.
    You can't fix your WiFi problems unless you can figure out where they exist.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 29, 2012, 08:10:21 PM
    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20121129-2bx-35kb.jpg)

    inSSIDer v2.1 (http://www.metageek.net/support/downloads/) scans all the available Wireless Access Points surrounding your computer and, displays information about each of those networks.
    You can't fix your WiFi problems unless you can figure out where they exist.
    Very good utility. I discovered other networks using the same channel so I changed mine and my Wi-Fi speed went up dramatically
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on November 29, 2012, 08:40:48 PM
    Must be beta. According to my math, I come up with 80. It shows 90. Detailed view of antiphishing shows 20 of 20. Chart shows 10 of 20.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 29, 2012, 09:19:59 PM
    Not particularly impressed by this tool as it simply isn't accurate.

    It gave me 20 out of 20 for Backup, based on the fact that I have dropbox (which I have about a couple of dozen files on), It doesn't actually pick up my backup (disk imaging) software.

    It only gives 23 out of 30 for anti virus as it hasn't detected a full system scan in the last 7 days, pointless on-demand scan. It still says avast anti-virus is ALWIL Software.

    I don't have hard disk encryption, I still don't trust HD encryption in case you are ever locked out of your system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on November 29, 2012, 11:56:03 PM
    This security score thing gave me a 95.
    I got 10 out of 10 for hd encryption, and I only use axcrypt. Axcrypt only encrypts single files (not whole partitions).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on November 30, 2012, 12:46:37 AM
    Another Chinese AV found to be highly suspicious

    Infamous Hacker Heading Chinese Antivirus Firm

    Anvisoft
    (http://krebsonsecurity.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/anvisoft.png)


    A user at the form asked them first

    "Hello. I'd like to buy and use your product, but I find it strange that there is no real information about who owns and runs Anvisoft. Kind of important to have credibility as a security company. You're asking people to pay for and install software that is supposed to protect them from threats, and yet there is zero information about who runs your company on your Web site.

    Care to offer more information for the user community? Thanks"

    Their first reply

    "Hello,
    Welcome to Anvisoft forum. We appreciate your support to Anvisoft software.

    Found in 2011, Anvisoft is a next generation company which specializes in anti-malware and system optimization technology led by a group of innovative, enthusiastic, and visionary specialists. At Anvisoft, we are dedicated to developed high-performing security and PC performance improvement solutions for users, detecting and removing known and emerging forms of threats, and speeding up PC by new cloud computing technology. At present, we are focus on Windows platform's development, but we still keep in mind that expands our development into multi-paltforms, including iOS and Android, etc"

    The user asked another one

    Thanks for the prompt reply, Ivy. But I'm interested in *who* you are, not *what* your company may be. Can you tell me anything about the real life people who run this company, beyond pseudonymous nicknames?

    Also, I should note that while you told a previous forum member who asked a similar question that Anvisoft was based in Canada (http://forums.anvisoft.com/viewtopic-29-418-0.html), your company's trademarks say your firm is actually in China (http://trademarks.justia.com/857/23/anvisoft-85723524.html). Can you explain this discrepancy please? Thanks.


    Their reply again

    "Hi,
    The person who runs anvisoft company is not worth mentioning because he is unknown to you.
    Yes, the company is located at Canada.

    5334 Yonge Street, Suite 141, Toronto, Ontario M2N 6V1, Canada"

    A person from Canada replied

    "I live in Toronto.

    The address you gave it nonsense. Unless your running out of the back room of a copy center. Are you? Or is the "Suite" a generous name for your P.O. Box?"

    To read more

    https://krebsonsecurity.com/2012/11/infamous-hacker-heading-chinese-antivirus-firm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 30, 2012, 03:12:13 AM
    I don't see anything interesting about that software.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on November 30, 2012, 07:04:02 AM
    @ bob3160,

    Yes, as it is not really a new and valid sort of program you normally submit here, BUT, as an antivirus program is really one of the most critical programs one can put on their systems, would not the integrity and honesty of the people running the company matter or come into play? 

    It looks to me offhand that this may be less than reputable sort of company here.  Imagine the willful access to all your data everywhere in one fell swoop, and not only that, privacy issues would come up here as well if this is so!

    I think that is what Chris Thomas was alluding to, and getting at here.  It may seem a little bit OT, but not really.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 05, 2012, 06:08:34 PM


    (http://images.snapfiles.com/screenfiles/thumbs/t_lostphotos.png)
    Interesting program but watch out for the add-ons
    Once you bypass them (Uncheck and don't accept) you'll be able to find all sorts of
    pictures from within your emails, Facebook, twitter, etc.
    http://www.snapfiles.com/get/lostphotos.html (http://www.snapfiles.com/get/lostphotos.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on December 05, 2012, 06:58:18 PM
    @ bob3160,

    Yes, as it is not really a new and valid sort of program you normally submit here, BUT, as an antivirus program is really one of the most critical programs one can put on their systems, would not the integrity and honesty of the people running the company matter or come into play? 

    It looks to me offhand that this may be less than reputable sort of company here.  Imagine the willful access to all your data everywhere in one fell swoop, and not only that, privacy issues would come up here as well if this is so!

    I think that is what Chris Thomas was alluding to, and getting at here.  It may seem a little bit OT, but not really.

    I have 'always' held the integrity and morals of an individual(or group) behind any product as primary , whether the product is a car, toaster or software program before I support it with my $$$$$ ??? 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 07, 2012, 05:36:24 PM
    SlimComputer (http://slimcomputer.com/) - helps identify software that comes pre-installed on a new computer


    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20121207-32t-42kb.jpg) (http://youtu.be/-aIha7f0rLc)
    http://youtu.be/-aIha7f0rLc (http://youtu.be/-aIha7f0rLc)

    Running SlimComputer
    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20121207-2l7-32kb.jpg) (http://youtu.be/i2rfO9821S0)
    http://youtu.be/i2rfO9821S0 (http://youtu.be/i2rfO9821S0)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 07, 2012, 06:13:33 PM
    SlimComputer (http://slimcomputer.com/) - helps identify software that comes pre-installed on a new computer

    Is there a need to post the same thing in two different topics Bob http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg872031#msg872031 ??? we're always telling other people off for doing the same thing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 07, 2012, 06:18:21 PM
    SlimComputer (http://slimcomputer.com/) - helps identify software that comes pre-installed on a new computer

    Is there a need to post the same thing in two different topics Bob http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg872031#msg872031 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg872031#msg872031) ??? we're always telling other people off for doing the same thing.
    The other subject only received the videos. :)
    (I didn't post it in the Windows 8 topic even though this product is windows 8 Ready.  :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 07, 2012, 06:28:55 PM
    The other subject only received the videos. :)
    (I didn't post it in the Windows 8 topic even though this product is windows 8 Ready.  :D
    Fair enough, there your threads anyway :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 07, 2012, 06:52:06 PM
    AVAST Software, the makers of avast! Antivirus, protects over 170 million users around the world,
    and has integrated Outpost’s firewall and content filtering technology into its all-in-one Internet security solution.
    Read more here:
    http://www.agnitum.com/news/2012-12-06-agnitum-firewall-technology-avast.php?goback=%2Egde_1003727_member_193510291 (http://www.agnitum.com/news/2012-12-06-agnitum-firewall-technology-avast.php?goback=%2Egde_1003727_member_193510291)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 07, 2012, 09:22:38 PM
    AVAST Software, the makers of avast! Antivirus, protects over 170 million users around the world,
    and has integrated Outpost’s firewall and content filtering technology into its all-in-one Internet security solution.
    Read more here:
    http://www.agnitum.com/news/2012-12-06-agnitum-firewall-technology-avast.php?goback=%2Egde_1003727_member_193510291 (http://www.agnitum.com/news/2012-12-06-agnitum-firewall-technology-avast.php?goback=%2Egde_1003727_member_193510291)
    So, does this mean for future versions of AIS or are the technologies already present in what we have?  I hope the HIPS part never makes it into AIS.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on December 08, 2012, 08:21:23 PM
    Okay you guys are going to love it.

    Quote
    | Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit 1.01.0.1011 Beta |

    Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit is a handy and reliable application designed to scan, detect and clean malicious rootkits that reside on your computer.
    The archive also includes a handy utility that repairs the damage caused by the presence of rootkits. This operation requires a reboot in order to apply the fixes.

    http://majorgeeks.com/Malwarebytes_Anti-Rootkit_d8018.html (http://majorgeeks.com/Malwarebytes_Anti-Rootkit_d8018.html)

    For those that prefer to download the program from Malwarebytes you know how to find it.  ;)

    I have not tested it.  I am not that brave. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on December 08, 2012, 08:22:44 PM
    It is still an immature programme so I would only use it as a last resort
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 09, 2012, 12:41:35 AM

    IOBIT Advanced Mobil Care (http://www.iobit.com/advanced-mobile-care.php)
    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20121208-yhp-54kb.jpg)
    I've been using this for over a month and have found that my smartphone is faster and the battery is certainly giving me extra up-time.
    It has not in any way interfered with my avast! Mobil Security's ability to keep my system clean and protected.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 09, 2012, 01:08:37 AM
    Sorry but for me given their history there will be no iobit software on any of my systems/phones.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 09, 2012, 07:32:06 AM
    That Iobit app is not compatible with the Nexus 7.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on December 09, 2012, 07:34:51 AM
    Sorry but for me given their history there will be no iobit software on any of my systems/phones.
    ++++1   ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 09, 2012, 09:20:41 AM
    Sorry but for me given their history there will be no iobit software on any of my systems/phones.
    ++++1   ;D
    +1000 ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 09, 2012, 01:35:25 PM
    That Iobit app is not compatible with the Nexus 7.
    The Nexus 7 isn't a smart phone.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on December 09, 2012, 05:02:19 PM
    It is still an immature programme so I would only use it as a last resort

    When I first read your comment I thought you wrote.

    "It is still an immature programme so I would use it only at a lost resort" which doesn't make a lot of sense but is kind of funny if you like that kind of humor. :)

    Seriously:  I totally agree however as I notice updates to it I will post that info.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on December 09, 2012, 05:14:42 PM
    Sorry but for me given their history there will be no iobit software on any of my systems/phones.

    Just curious.   Do you use any Google products?   I think they have been sued a lot more than IObit has?   I think Google has also been fined by the EU.   Google has also publicly admitted spying on their users when their users use Google products.

    How about Microsoft products?  You are probably using one right now as you read this.   Microsoft had a 10 year restraining order placed on them by the U.S. Department of Justice for dirty deeds.   I think Microsoft has also been fined by the EU.

    A pure and holy company is a lot harder to find than North Carolina U.S.A. barbecued spare ribs are at Oxford or Cambridge. :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 09, 2012, 05:21:16 PM
    Since I'n not talking about google or microsoft but iobit this is not relevant.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 09, 2012, 05:31:26 PM
    @ Nesivos,
    You are again totally off topic. :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on December 09, 2012, 05:48:32 PM
    @ Nesivos,
    You are again totally off topic. :(

    No I am not.  Lets end this here, Okay :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Nesivos on December 09, 2012, 06:00:26 PM
    Most Interesting Windows software news in a very long time

    Windows 7 PCs to Stay on Sale Until October 2014

    Quote
    Although Microsoft still struggles to convince everyone that Windows 8 is worth a shot, Windows 7 continues to remain the top choice for most new PC buyers in the world.

    Windows 7 computers, however, will stay on sale until October 2014, according to Microsoft’s very own guidelines that allow manufacturers to deploy an older OS two years after the launch of a newer version.

    Of course, this doesn’t necessarily mean that Windows 8 won’t increase its market share, but with so many users finding the new OS confusing, it’s very likely to see a slow adoption in the next couple of years.

    8 in 10 buyers actually choose Windows 7 over Windows 8, a PC builder has revealed, hinting that some consumers aren’t at all satisfied with the GUI changes Microsoft has implemented into its new OS.

    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-7-PCs-to-Stay-on-sale-Until-October-2014-313184.shtml (http://news.softpedia.com/news/Windows-7-PCs-to-Stay-on-sale-Until-October-2014-313184.shtml)

    My guess is this means that there will probablay be a W7-SP2 in the future.  It also means that W7 will continue to be supported by Microsoft and 3rd party software vendors for probabaly at least five more years.    I would also expect at least several more years of W7 support coming from hardware vendors

    I just killed my plans to upgrade to W8 :)  Seriously
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 09, 2012, 10:52:10 PM
    That Iobit app is not compatible with the Nexus 7.
    The Nexus 7 isn't a smart phone.  ;D
    Obviously not but it is an Android device. The incompatibility could mean that phones running the latest Android would also be incompatible.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 09, 2012, 10:58:22 PM
    That Iobit app is not compatible with the Nexus 7.
    The Nexus 7 isn't a smart phone.  ;D
    Obviously not but it is an Android device. The incompatibility could mean that phones running the latest Android would also be incompatible.
    Your incorrect in your assumptions since my smartphone is running the latest version of android.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 10, 2012, 01:47:23 AM
    That Iobit app is not compatible with the Nexus 7.
    The Nexus 7 isn't a smart phone.  ;D
    Obviously not but it is an Android device. The incompatibility could mean that phones running the latest Android would also be incompatible.
    Your incorrect in your assumptions since my smartphone is running the latest version of android.
    Version 4.2.1?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 10, 2012, 03:12:16 AM
    Yes, Jelly Bean. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: J4e8a16n on December 11, 2012, 06:28:11 PM
    Hi,

    Why, buying Avast do we need all theese bells and wistle? Is thare an antivirus that dont need them?

    JP
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 11, 2012, 06:47:26 PM
    Hi,

    Why, buying Avast do we need all theese bells and wistle? Is thare an antivirus that dont need them?

    JP
    Come again? Which bells and whistles?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on December 12, 2012, 08:00:07 AM
    Microsoft gobbles up AV ground

    Microsoft Security Essentials may not have done well in recent independent tests, but it's now the global leader in security suite market share for the first time since it debuted in 2009, says Opswat's latest study.

    http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-3667_7-57558372/microsoft-gobbles-up-av-ground/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Mayflower on December 12, 2012, 11:04:34 AM
    Quote
    .../but it's now the global leader in security suite market/...

    I keep asking myself why?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2012, 11:14:11 AM
    Microsoft gobbles up AV ground

    Microsoft Security Essentials may not have done well in recent independent tests, but it's now the global leader in security suite market share for the first time since it debuted in 2009, says Opswat's latest study.

    http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-3667_7-57558372/microsoft-gobbles-up-av-ground/ (http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-3667_7-57558372/microsoft-gobbles-up-av-ground/)
    "While MSE led the pack with more than 94 percent of people running it having also received an update,
    that doesn't necessarily track with how secure a program is. MSE recentlyfailed AV-Test's certification."
    That tends to say that those that are using the product are also spreading infections not caught by MSE. :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 12, 2012, 12:53:17 PM
    Interesting part of the article is the volumes of people that haven't updated their virus signatures in more than 60 days. Makes you wonder why they bother with an AV.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 12, 2012, 01:18:32 PM
    Interesting part of the article is the volumes of people that haven't updated their virus signatures in more than 60 days. Makes you wonder why they bother with an AV.

    Yes, security related 60 days is an eternity. :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 12, 2012, 01:35:14 PM
    If only those statistics would show how many have either disabled the AV because it slows things down or have crippled to the point of it being worthless as a resident antivirus.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 16, 2012, 01:45:01 AM
    I'm quite sure some of the tweaks will interest you  ;)
    Best Windows 7 Registry Tweaks and Tips-n-Tricks Which Work in Windows 8
    http://www.askvg.com/best-windows-7-registry-tweaks-and-tips-n-tricks-which-work-in-windows-8
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 16, 2012, 01:48:59 AM
    The Secret to Mouse Tricks in Windows 8
    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/secret-mouse-tricks-windows-8.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on December 20, 2012, 01:09:29 AM
    With a slide-CAPTCHA you do not need a key-board. New development from minteye, an advertising CAPTCHA security firm from Israel. For a demo go to their site: http://www.minteye.com/products.aspx   Yuuuuup! You're a human being..

    Damian
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 20, 2012, 01:41:20 AM
    Not to bad, I tried a few where I wasn't 100% accurate, but close and it allowed the human.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iroc9555 on December 20, 2012, 01:51:06 AM
    With a slide-CAPTCHA you do not need a key-board. New development from minteye, an advertising CAPTCHA security firm from Israel. For a demo go to their site: http://www.minteye.com/products.aspx   Yuuuuup! You're a human being..

    Damian

    Of couse I am human. All depends on the glasses I have on... ;D

    Nicer that CAPTCHA, but it can be a little crooked and still get you access as a humam being.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on December 23, 2012, 06:50:34 AM
    System News:

    Rasberry pi here:  http://www.raspberrypi.org/faqs (http://www.raspberrypi.org/faqs)
                                 http://www.raspberrypi.org/ (http://www.raspberrypi.org/)
                                 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raspberry_Pi (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raspberry_Pi)

    Runs many things, including TV, keyboard, USB, etc., all for $25-35 US.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 23, 2012, 02:25:09 PM
    (http://www.ss-tools.com/images/logo.png) (http://www.ss-tools.com/programs.html)
                                 (click image for Main Website)

    My 2 favorites are:
    1.  Ss Startup Manager (http://www.ss-tools.com/startup-manager/)
    2.  Ss Uninstall Manager (http://www.ss-tools.com/uninstall-manager/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2013, 05:34:26 PM

    JShot (http://jshot.info/)
    (http://bit.ly/VBPWeV)
    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20130105-75h-32kb.jpg)


    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20130105-77p-73kb.jpg)


    (http://www.jetScreenshot.com/demo/20130105-5a0-50kb.jpg)
    The top screenshot was taken with this program and shared with the Picasa plugin.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2013, 11:03:24 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130105-lx8d-68kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130105-lx8d-68kb)
    Tweaking.com Registry Backup (http://www.tweaking.com/content/page/registry_backup.html)
    Registry Backup is a free backup tool that will use the Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service to backup your system registry.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2013, 01:01:03 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130105-awto-10kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130105-awto-10kb)
    LinuxLive USB Creator (http://www.linuxliveusb.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 06, 2013, 01:50:52 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130105-awto-10kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130105-awto-10kb)
    LinuxLive USB Creator (http://www.linuxliveusb.com/)
    Wanted to try but can't download it. It says the download page does not exist.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 06, 2013, 02:15:22 AM
    It exists, just checked it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DJBone on January 06, 2013, 02:24:10 AM
    But when you click on the download link 404 - Not found error message comes.

    DJBone
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 06, 2013, 02:32:45 AM
    No I thought you were having a problem with the download page loading not the actual download. I have tried that now and first of all there is a redirect and then the 404 failure.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 06, 2013, 04:36:26 AM
    That's what I meant. You can't download it. Their Twitter page says their hosting service is having problems.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2013, 02:53:33 PM
    It worked for me this morning.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 06, 2013, 04:18:13 PM
    Patch My PC (http://patchmypc.net/)
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130106-bwa4-97kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130106-bwa4-97kb)
    As you can see it found 2 items that where not up to date
    after it did it's job, all items are now updated to the latest version.
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130106-ntpg-67kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130106-ntpg-67kb)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 07, 2013, 12:50:40 AM
    It worked for me this morning.
    I've also put it on my Google drive:
    https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeQS1VSDBycTBrUk0 (https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeQS1VSDBycTBrUk0)
    Good job but their download is now working. 

    Patch My PC Free is flawed though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2013, 02:52:40 AM
    Why would you say its flawed when it did what it advertised.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 07, 2013, 06:00:38 AM
    Because it reports incorrect version numbers and says things need to be updated when they don't.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2013, 06:24:32 AM
    Because it reports incorrect version numbers and says things need to be updated when they don't.
    That wasn't my experience.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 08, 2013, 09:53:17 PM
    It worked for me this morning.
    I've also put it on my Google drive:
    https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeQS1VSDBycTBrUk0 (https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B-vSic0iJgyeQS1VSDBycTBrUk0)
    Tried your link and...

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 09, 2013, 02:28:08 AM
    It worked for me this morning.
    I've also put it on my Google drive:
    REMOVED (http://forum.avast.com/removed)
    Tried your link and...
    Sorry about that. I've removed the file.  :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 09, 2013, 02:57:33 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130109-grwn-48kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130109-grwn-48kb)
    Toolbar Cleaner (http://toolbarcleaner.com/?gclid=CISGksu027QCFQ_hQgodlnsAvg)

    Caution, uncheck the following two items.
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130109-cygw-31kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130109-cygw-31kb)

    A program worth putting through it's paces:
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130109-htb5-58kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130109-htb5-58kb)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 14, 2013, 07:55:49 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130114-etom-7kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130114-etom-7kb)

    Hotspot Shield (http://www.anchorfree.com/) creates a virtual private network (VPN) between your laptop and the wireless router.
    This impenetrable tunnel prevents snoopers and hackers from viewing your email, instant messages,
    credit card information or anything else you send over a wireless network.
    Which means you remain anonymous and protect your privacy.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 14, 2013, 08:06:54 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130114-amuz-14kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130114-amuz-14kb)

    EasyTune 6 (http://www.majorgeeks.com/GigaByte_EasyTune_d6118.html) presents the most convenient Windows based system performance enhancement and management utility for Gigabyte boards.
    Featuring several powerful yet easy to use tools such as: overclocking for enhancing system performance; C.I.A. and M.I.B.
    for special enhancement for CPU and Memory; Smart-Fan control for managing fan speed control of both CPU cooling fan
    and North-Bridge Chipset cooling fan; PChealth for monitoring system status.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2013, 03:40:32 PM

    (http://sophosnews.files.wordpress.com/2012/08/no-coffee-170.jpg?w=640)
    Java is not JavaScript - tell your friends! (http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/16/java-is-not-javascript-tell-your-friends/)

    Turning off Java will not turn off JavaScript.

    Click on this link to find out how to turn off Java in your browser. (https://blog.avast.com/2012/08/30/how-do-i-disable-java-in-my-browser/)

    Almost every day we're made aware of another security breach in Java.
    Do you really want to wait till your system is compromised before you
    finally take action or,  follow these simple steps to prevent such a disaster
    from happening in the first place.

    Don't put off until tomorrow what you could have prevented today.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 16, 2013, 04:59:57 PM
    No Java and JavaScript are not the same but many people play Java based games and will not give them up. One of those people is here in this house. She's a Yahoo games addict and would never disable it. One of the most popular games out there is also Java based. A little thing called Minecraft.

    I have not disabled it yet either (and most likely won't) even though it only gets used once in a blue moon.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2013, 05:11:39 PM
    I can only lead the horse to water.
    I haven't yet figured out how to make it drink that water.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2013, 08:34:35 PM
    List of Online Malware Scanning Services (http://www.instantfundas.com/2013/01/list-of-online-malware-scanning-services.html)

    The list doesn't have the avast! Online Scanner service listed:
    http://onlinescan.avast.com/ (http://onlinescan.avast.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DJBone on January 16, 2013, 08:49:15 PM
    List of Online Malware Scanning Services (http://www.instantfundas.com/2013/01/list-of-online-malware-scanning-services.html)

    The list doesn't have the avast! Online Scanner service listed:
    http://onlinescan.avast.com/ (http://onlinescan.avast.com/)
    You're wrong Bob. Scroll down, it's listed under "Standalone Malware Scanners"...

    DJBone
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2013, 09:24:58 PM
    List of Online Malware Scanning Services (http://www.instantfundas.com/2013/01/list-of-online-malware-scanning-services.html)

    The list doesn't have the avast! Online Scanner service listed:
    http://onlinescan.avast.com/ (http://onlinescan.avast.com/)
    You're wrong Bob. Scroll down, it's listed under "Standalone Malware Scanners"...

    DJBone
    Guess I missed it.   Oh well, now it's easily found. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 17, 2013, 04:10:29 PM

    (http://sophosnews.files.wordpress.com/2012/08/no-coffee-170.jpg?w=640)
    Java is not JavaScript - tell your friends! (http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/16/java-is-not-javascript-tell-your-friends/)

    Turning off Java will not turn off JavaScript.

    Click on this link to find out how to turn off Java in your browser. (https://blog.avast.com/2012/08/30/how-do-i-disable-java-in-my-browser/)

    Almost every day we're made aware of another security breach in Java.
    Do you really want to wait till your system is compromised before you
    finally take action or,  follow these simple steps to prevent such a disaster
    from happening in the first place.

    Don't put off until tomorrow what you could have prevented today.
    Here's another tool that you can use to accomplish the task:


    JavaRA 2.1 (http://majorgeeks.com/JavaRA_d5982.html) – Removes old and redundant versions of the Java Runtime Environment.
    Simply select “Check for Updates” or “Remove Older Version” to begin.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 17, 2013, 06:11:40 PM
    If you are looking for a way to secure your connection while browsing the Internet, check Free VPN Services.


    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130117-4fy5-24kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130117-4fy5-24kb)


    Click here for full details (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2390381,00.asp)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 18, 2013, 12:40:19 AM

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130117-8zmb-46kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130117-8zmb-46kb)

    VideoLAN Movie Creator (http://trac.videolan.org/vlmc/wiki/Downloads) is a very early alpha, but can handle a number of video formats, basic editing, a small collection of effects,
    and more. It doesn't come close to the powerhouse that is Premier, but if you just need to do some simple editing, or add a soundtrack
    to your home movie, VideoLAN Movie Creator does the trick.
    (Please note, this is an early alpha release.)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hermite15 on January 18, 2013, 12:06:10 PM
    @ Bob, it's the same developer as VLC right? thanks for the info.

    edit: yes it is.
    http://www.videolan.org/vlmc/

    edit again: seems like the alpha hasn't been updated since 2010
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 18, 2013, 12:10:35 PM
    @ Bob, it's the same developer as VLC right? thanks for the info.

    edit: yes it is.
    http://www.videolan.org/vlmc/

    You didn't give him much time to answer. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 18, 2013, 02:32:14 PM
    @ Bob, it's the same developer as VLC right? thanks for the info.

    edit: yes it is.
    http://www.videolan.org/vlmc/ (http://www.videolan.org/vlmc/)

    You didn't give him much time to answer. ;)
    Sometimes answering ones own question, is a sign of maturity. (old age.....)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 19, 2013, 12:01:18 AM
    @ Bob, it's the same developer as VLC right? thanks for the info.

    edit: yes it is.
    http://www.videolan.org/vlmc/ (http://www.videolan.org/vlmc/)

    You didn't give him much time to answer. ;)
    Sometimes answering ones own question, is a sign of maturity. (old age.....)
    Yes, but if you get the wrong answer and then get into an argument with yourself, that could be a sign of something else. Especially if you lose the argument.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 22, 2013, 10:42:08 PM
    SoftPerfect Wifi Guard


    (http://www.softperfect.com/products/wifiguard/main_windows.png)


    Detect network intruders with SoftPerfect Wifi Guard

    http://www.softpedia.com/get/Network-Tools/Network-Monitoring/SoftPerfect-WiFi-Guard.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 23, 2013, 01:17:25 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130123-4uhx-7kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130123-4uhx-7kb)
    http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/ (http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/)

    (Uncheck any requests for additional installations other the actual program)
    Those in the Überevangelists (http://) Forum already know what this program can do. :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 23, 2013, 06:16:23 PM
    A portable networksniffer, work from your usb: http://www.softperfect.com/products/networksniffer/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on January 25, 2013, 09:00:33 PM
    EagleGet Download Manager


    (http://www.eagleget.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/S01B-Main.png)


    http://www.eagleget.com/

    Better than all the other freeware download managers
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2013, 10:14:50 PM
    Checking it out now. Thanks.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: midnight on January 25, 2013, 10:22:57 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130123-4uhx-7kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130123-4uhx-7kb)
    http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/ (http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/)

    (Uncheck any requests for additional installations other the actual program)
    Those in the Überevangelists (http://) Forum already know what this program can do. :D

    I've had so much fun using this program.  Thank you.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2013, 10:27:48 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130123-4uhx-7kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130123-4uhx-7kb)
    http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/ (http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/)

    (Uncheck any requests for additional installations other the actual program)
    Those in theÜberevangelists (http://) Forum already know what this program can do. :D

    I've had so much fun using this program.  Thank you.
    You're welcome. I've also had a lot of fun with this but the picture I posted in the Uberevangelist part of the forum was probably
    funnier to me than Avast.  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 25, 2013, 10:44:14 PM
    Better than all the other freeware download managers

    It is young and still needs some work.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2013, 10:45:01 PM
    Better than all the other freeware download managers

    It is young and still needs some work.


    ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 25, 2013, 11:50:13 PM
    <snip image>
    http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/ (http://www.funny-photo-maker.com/)

    (Uncheck any requests for additional installations other the actual program)
    Those in theÜberevangelists (http://) Forum already know what this program can do. :D

    I've had so much fun using this program.  Thank you.
    You're welcome. I've also had a lot of fun with this but the picture I posted in the Uberevangelist part of the forum was probably
    funnier to me than Avast.  :o

    I had hours of fun at an old site I used http://photofunia.com/ haven't been back there for some time.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 26, 2013, 01:39:40 PM
    Better than all the other freeware download managers

    It is young and still needs some work.


    ???

    Which part of It is young and still needs some work do you need clarification on??  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 26, 2013, 03:19:30 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130126-rldh-73kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130126-rldh-73kb)
    Photo Pos Pro Free Photo Editor (http://www.photopos.com/Photo-Pos-Pro-Free-Photo-Editor.asp)

    (During the install, you'll be offered 2 add ons. Simply select decline.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 26, 2013, 04:03:50 PM
    (http://zapt0.staticworld.net/images/article/2013/01/broken-shortcut-fixer-100022461-large.jpg)
                  Got a Broken Shortcut? This might help. (https://www.pcworld.com/product/1252455/broken-shortcut-fixer.html)


    (Thanks to Bill Mullins (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: TedNelly on January 29, 2013, 03:24:59 AM
    The $59 Pro Version Of Debenu PDF Tools Is Free Right Now (http://www.debenu.com/products/desktop/debenu-pdf-tools/)

    The program is a 7 MB download and, according to VirusTotal, is clean of malware.

    Works on Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8. Click the Facebook Like button before Download.
    http://www.debenu.com/products/desktop/debenu-pdf-tools/ (http://www.debenu.com/products/desktop/debenu-pdf-tools/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 31, 2013, 01:55:02 PM
    (http://zapt2.staticworld.net/images/article/2013/01/mpk_process_2a-580-100022364-large.jpg)
                  Information about Multi-Process Killer (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2025772/review-freebie-multi-process-killer-does-exactly-what-youd-expect.html#tk.nl_down)
                                    Direct download link (http://downloads.pcworld.com/pub/new//utility_software/MPK.exe)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 31, 2013, 05:52:00 PM

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130131-fwah-11kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130131-fwah-11kb)
    When was the last time that you actually read the EULA before or during the installation of a new program ???
    EULAlyzer (http://www.brightfort.com/eulalyzer.html) can make that job a lot easier.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2013, 01:08:05 AM
    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/MiTeC-Internet-History-Browser.jpg)

    Search & Browse The History Of All Web Browsers On A PC From One Place (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/search-browse-the-history-of-all-web-browsers-on-a-pc-from-one-place/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2013, 02:13:33 AM
    (http://windowsuninstaller.com/screen1.png)
                    Windows Uninstaller (http://windowsuninstaller.com/)
                     Uninstall Windows software in one click
    (I've installed and used it and can vouch for how well it works.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2013, 03:37:21 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130202-kpol-15kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130202-kpol-15kb)

    5 Free security tools to protect your data (https://www.pcworld.com/article/2026561/tools-for-the-paranoid-5-free-security-tools-to-protect-your-data.html)   


    1. KeePass                     - http://www.pcworld.com/product/946354/keepass-password-safe.html (http://www.pcworld.com/product/946354/keepass-password-safe.html)
    2. TrueCrypt                  - http://www.pcworld.com/product/946425/truecrypt.html (http://www.pcworld.com/product/946425/truecrypt.html)
    3. Tor Browser Bundle - http://www.pcworld.com/product/1252475/tor-browser-bundle.html (http://www.pcworld.com/product/1252475/tor-browser-bundle.html)
    4. OpenPuff                   - http://www.pcworld.com/product/1252470/openpuff.html (http://www.pcworld.com/product/1252470/openpuff.html)
    5. Cryptocat                  - http://www.pcworld.com/product/1252468/cryptocat.html (http://www.pcworld.com/product/1252468/cryptocat.html)


    I personally use LastPass (http://www.pcworld.com/article/232929/lastpass_64bit_version.html) to keep my passwords safe and help my "failing" memory
    As for the rest of these tools, I leave their use up to those more paranoid than I.  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2013, 04:11:37 PM

    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130202-ckie-11kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130202-ckie-11kb)
    Having trouble getting into Safe Mode, try this tool:
    Tweaking.com – Repair Windows Safe Mode 1.9.7 (http://www.majorgeeks.com/download7951.html?2013-02-02)

    (Not being able to boot into Safe Mode is often a sign that your computer may have been infected.)
    If this is something you suspect, get hep by following the instructions outline at:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=14433.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=14433.0)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 05, 2013, 02:29:15 PM

                                       (http://officeimg.vo.msecnd.net/en-us/files/363/829/ZA103725699.png)
    If you’re new to Office 2013, you can download any of our free Quick Start Guides. (http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/support/office-2013-quick-start-guides-HA103673669.aspx)
    These printable guides contain useful tips, shortcuts, and screenshots to help you find your way around.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 08, 2013, 01:43:23 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130208-acxk-25kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130208-acxk-25kb)

    ScreenBlur (http://indeepsoft.blogspot.com/2011/08/screenblur-desktop-locker.html) allows you to lock and hide your desktop, easily unlocking with a password.
    Hide visible windows, icons, gadgets and taskbar, also has auto lock, hotkeys, mute sound,
    customizable lock screen, and more.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on February 09, 2013, 07:30:51 AM
    Bitdefender Rootkit Remover for Windows released
    http://www.thewindowsclub.com/bitdefender-rootkit-remover
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 09, 2013, 05:23:22 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1360426143380-25423.png)
    He may not give a hoot but, I thought you should know that
    DontSleep (http://www.majorgeeks.com/Dont_Sleep_d6671.html) has just released version 2.99
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1360426675591-95416.png)
    For me this is a very handy program to make sure my computer doesn't shut off,
    go to sleep, hibernate or, start a screensaver or any many other ways
    allow my PowerPoint Presentation to be interrupted while I'm in the middle of my
    Avast! Security presentation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on February 09, 2013, 05:47:50 PM
    Bob please let me kiss you're loveable shiny bale head for this DontSleep software ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on February 09, 2013, 06:19:45 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1360426675591-95416.png)
    For me this is a very handy program to make sure my computer doesn't shut off,
    go to sleep, hibernate or, start a screensaver or any many other ways
    allow my PowerPoint Presentation to be interrupted while I'm in the middle of my
    Avast! Security presentation.
    Aren't these features possible with what's included within windows already  ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 09, 2013, 06:31:10 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1360426675591-95416.png)
    For me this is a very handy program to make sure my computer doesn't shut off,
    go to sleep, hibernate or, start a screensaver or any many other ways
    allow my PowerPoint Presentation to be interrupted while I'm in the middle of my
    Avast! Security presentation.
    Aren't these features possibae with what's included within windows already  ???
    Certainly. Almost All things are available with out an application.
    This little program simply makes life easier.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 09, 2013, 06:31:59 PM
    Aren't these features possible with what's included within windows already  ???

    Sure.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on February 09, 2013, 06:49:17 PM
    Aren't these features possible with what's included within windows already  ???

    Sure.
    I maybe could/should have composed that reply better, it was meant to be more suggestive  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 09, 2013, 06:52:12 PM
    Aren't these features possible with what's included within windows already  ???

    Sure.
    I maybe could/should have composed that reply better, it was meant to be more suggestive  ;)
    ??? ??? Suggestive as far as what ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on February 09, 2013, 07:00:32 PM
    Aren't these features possible with what's included within windows already  ???

    Sure.
    I maybe could/should have composed that reply better, it was meant to be more suggestive  ;)
    ??? ??? Suggestive as far as what ?
    Suggestive as in windows can already do that without installing extra software, but if you find it easier then that's ok.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 09, 2013, 07:01:36 PM
    I would imaging it is a matter of convenience/ease not to have to keep changing the system performance settings and other settings, this little app once setup is a one click option to disable or enable and system power/performance setting remain unchanged.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 09, 2013, 07:41:30 PM
    Quote
    Suggestive as in windows can already do that without installing extra software, but if you find it easier then that's ok.

    You can also clear all the temp files and the internet history and all the other clutter left over while browsing the net withou any outside help
    but almost all of us recommend Ccleaner.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on February 10, 2013, 03:58:50 AM
    but almost all of us recommend Ccleaner.  :)

    +1 Amen ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2013, 12:03:14 PM


                                          (http://www.davescomputertips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ICO11.png)
    Custom Icons - Nice to have but getting them, often leads you to compromised
    or dangerous places.
    Here are 3 places to get Icons safely:

    FreeWebIcons (http://www.freeiconsweb.com/)


    IconFinder (http://www.iconfinder.com/free_icons)


    Wincustomize (http://www.wincustomize.com/explore/icons)


    (Thanks to Daves Computer Tips (http://www.davescomputertips.com/2013/02/customizing-your-icons/))

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 10, 2013, 11:02:17 PM
    Quote
    Suggestive as in windows can already do that without installing extra software, but if you find it easier then that's ok.

    You can also clear all the temp files and the internet history and all the other clutter left over while browsing the net withou any outside help
    but almost all of us recommend Ccleaner.  :)
    True but there is a difference. CCleaner offers many more options for what to remove and what to keep, especially in cookies, so is a lot better than the built in removal tools. The other utility really doesn't offer anything more than what you already have, it just makes it easier.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 11, 2013, 03:40:35 PM
    Quote
    Suggestive as in windows can already do that without installing extra software, but if you find it easier then that's ok.

    You can also clear all the temp files and the internet history and all the other clutter left over while browsing the net withou any outside help
    but almost all of us recommend Ccleaner.  :)
    True but there is a difference. CCleaner offers many more options for what to remove and what to keep, especially in cookies, so is a lot better than the built in removal tools. The other utility really doesn't offer anything more than what you already have, it just makes it easier.
    I think you totally missed the point.  :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on February 11, 2013, 05:22:27 PM
    Bob please let me kiss you're loveable shiny bale head for this DontSleep software ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

    Trying this little piece myself Bob and think it is super!
     Very convenient. ;) 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on February 12, 2013, 01:08:34 AM
    Quote
    Suggestive as in windows can already do that without installing extra software, but if you find it easier then that's ok.

    You can also clear all the temp files and the internet history and all the other clutter left over while browsing the net withou any outside help
    but almost all of us recommend Ccleaner.  :)
    True but there is a difference. CCleaner offers many more options for what to remove and what to keep, especially in cookies, so is a lot better than the built in removal tools. The other utility really doesn't offer anything more than what you already have, it just makes it easier.
    I think you totally missed the point.  :o
    To the contrary, I think I nailed it. CCleaner adds functionality, the other utility doesn't. Therefore comparing the two isn't completely valid.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 17, 2013, 03:56:12 AM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130114-etom-7kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130114-etom-7kb)

    Hotspot Shield (http://www.anchorfree.com/) creates a virtual private network (VPN) between your laptop and the wireless router.
    This impenetrable tunnel prevents snoopers and hackers from viewing your email, instant messages,
    credit card information or anything else you send over a wireless network.
    Which means you remain anonymous and protect your privacy.

    This software is mal-ware and at least Spy-ware.

    -Avast! complains about it using the email port to send encrypted messages.
    -It puts advertisements over every web page.
    -If you have a script blocker on your browser it complains and stops pages from loading.
    -It attempts to push all search requests to Ask.com and other search engine pages will get frequent 502 Bad Gateway errors.
    -Some users with children on the computer have complained of porn advertising.
    -In their service application files is this:
    "[HssDrvMP.ndi]
    Characteristics = 0x29 ;NCF_NOT_USER_REMOVABLE | NCF_VIRTUAL | NCF_HIDDEN
    CopyFiles = " and it is very hard to remove.
    -You could decrease your security from malicious code server side because an anti-malware product is stopped from seeing the proper IP address of the server you visit.  You have to trust Anchorfree.
    (See Malware bytes staff response: http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=115537)
    -It is hard to remove (although this last version has improved) and can take a huge amount of time to properly remove all it's parts.  This is symptomatic of a malware product.  See what this user had to go through to remove the product in 2011: (http://www.techspot.com/community/topics/hotspot-killing-my-machine-3x-kobeface-deleted-16h-fighting-2ltr-coffee-help-wanted.163519/)
    -It is a private company specializing in advertising and data mining.  All it's clients data packets are filtered through it's servers where the data can be mined and sold to other companies.  I would rather send my packets across the open backbones with SSL and use programs that encrypt their data before sending where the shear volume of packets increases anonymity. 
    -Lastly and the most telling: the uninstaller uses a modified version of the Au_.exe/Bu_.exe/Cu_.exe trojan.  I saw these processes show up when I started three uninstall processes of Hotspot Shield last night when it took minutes to respond to the first call from Revo Uninstaller to perform it's uninstall.  I got a cold shiver down my spine.   Revo had already moved into it's own scan for software removal by the time Hotspot decided to put up a large page asking "Can We Help You with 'Uninstall' option hidden somewhere in the lengthy paragraph.  Maybe the ZLOB.AXS trojan is useful as an uninstaller but there's got to be better code for uninstalling your product.

    I haven't had a virus scare in 3 years but after STUPIDLY allowing the new Trillian chat version to install Hotspot Shield my computer has been running mal-ware and virus scans from 3 providers for 12+ hours now.

    Hotspot shield has had virus warnings from various AV products over the years and as close back as 2011 was as hard to remove all it's code as any virus and maybe they have cleaned up their act now but I would stay away from a company who's purpose is to mine my browsing habits, puts up adverts I might find offensive, reduces my access to some pages on the web, slows down my browser, disconnects from the internet randomly, is hard to remove, makes it harder for my anti-malware products to do their job unless it was absolutely necessary to view something not allowed from my country. 

    Even so there has got to be better proxy solutions.

    Sorry, Bob3160 your other recommendations look cool and I'm going to try some.  This product gave me a scare and I had to say something and give my reasoning.  Thanks for all your dedication to the Avast! community!
    Title: Re: Interesting
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 17, 2013, 04:10:27 AM
    I was wondering if I am protected by Web bugs/Beacons, those 1 pixel clear graphics used for tracking, and even though I have several browser add-on's for security I did not see any of them explicitly mention bugs/beacons.

    I found Ghostery after some searching and am going to try this now.  https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/ghostery/

    Of course NoScript and DoNotTrack help by stopping pages with those items from being loaded but what if the site you visit runs a web beacon from their own server?  I know ZDNet admits to using them.  Yahoo also admitted to using them in their groups.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 18, 2013, 02:07:36 AM
    Quote
    Hotspot shield has had virus warnings from various AV products over the years and as close back as 2011 was as hard to remove all it's code as any virus and maybe they have cleaned up their act now but I would stay away from a company who's purpose is to mine my browsing habits, puts up adverts I might find offensive, reduces my access to some pages on the web, slows down my browser, disconnects from the internet randomly, is hard to remove, makes it harder for my anti-malware products to do their job unless it was absolutely necessary to view something not allowed from my country. 


    Even so there has got to be better proxy solutions.

    Sorry, Bob3160 your other recommendations look cool and I'm going to try some.  This product gave me a scare and I had to say something and give my reasoning.  Thanks for all your dedication to the Avast! community!
    It doesn't contain any virus. It may not be something you like or, something I would ever use but, there are people who do.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2013, 01:48:49 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130219-zvvd-57kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130219-zvvd-57kb)
    NirSoft Utilities (http://launcher.nirsoft.net/) a collection of useful utilities for your toolbox.
    Simply extract into it's own folder or, onto a USB drive and enjoy.
    Title: Re: Interesting
    Post by: Pubert E on February 19, 2013, 02:20:21 PM
    I was wondering if I am protected by Web bugs/Beacons, those 1 pixel clear graphics used for tracking, and even though I have several browser add-on's for security I did not see any of them explicitly mention bugs/beacons.

    I found Ghostery after some searching and am going to try this now.  https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/ghostery/

    Of course NoScript and DoNotTrack help by stopping pages with those items from being loaded but what if the site you visit runs a web beacon from their own server?  I know ZDNet admits to using them.  Yahoo also admitted to using them in their groups.

    What are your thoughts on Ghostery ?
    I have heard mixed reviews.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2013, 02:24:05 PM
    The topic is Interesting Software and System News.
    Please start a discussion in a different topic.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2013, 03:36:26 PM
    (http://rammichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/7-Taskbar-Tweaker.png)
    7+ Taskbar Tweaker (http://rammichael.com/7-taskbar-tweaker) allows you to configure various aspects of the Windows taskbar.
    Also works on Windows 8 :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pubert E on February 19, 2013, 03:38:08 PM
    Thanks boB  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 21, 2013, 12:05:53 PM
    (http://images.techhive.com/images/article/2013/02/arsclip-01-100024627-orig.jpg)


    ArsClip (http://www.joejoesoft.com/vcms/97/) makes your clipboard more useful than ever before.



    Features:
    - Multiple Permanent Clip groups
    - Picture, RichText, File Copy, Unicode, HTML support
    - Copy and paste automation support using Permanent Clips
    - Highly configurable
    - Win7 Jumplist support
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 22, 2013, 04:44:26 PM
    Opera moving over to Webkit


    http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57569912-93/opera-cuts-staff-in-webkit-related-restructuring/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 23, 2013, 10:05:26 AM
    Windows 7 users might get a service pack or something similar on Feb 26

    Windows 8 users too


    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894199
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on February 23, 2013, 10:10:41 AM
    Windows 7 users might get a service pack or something similar on Feb 26

    Windows 8 users too


    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894199
    Tuesday, February 26, 2013

    This is a summary of the new and changed content to be released on Tuesday, February 26, 2013.
    New non-security content:•Platform update for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 (KB2670838)

     Locale: All
     Deployment: Recommended/Automatic Updates, WSUS, and Catalog
     Classification: Feature Packs
     Supersedes: KB2741355
     Target platforms: Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2
     Approximate file sizes:
     Description:
     Install this update to resolve issues in Windows. For a complete listing of the issues that are included in this update, see the associated Microsoft Knowledge Base article for more information. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
    ◦Windows 7 update: ~ 5718KB

    ◦Windows 7 x64-Edition update: ~ 11519KB

    •Update Rollup for Windows Server 2012 Essentials (KB2781267)

     Locale: All
     Deployment: Important/Automatic Updates, WSUS, and Catalog
     Classification: High Priority, Non-Security, Update Rollups
     Target platforms: Windows Server 2012
     Approximate file sizes:
     Description:
     Install this update to resolve issues in Windows. For a complete listing of the issues that are included in this cumulative update, see the associated Microsoft Knowledge Base article for more information. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
    ◦Update Rollup for Windows Server 2012 Essentials update: ~ 56593KB

    •Update for Windows 8, Windows RT, and Windows Server 2012 (KB2794599)

     Locale: All
     Deployment: Recommended/Automatic Updates, WSUS, and Catalog
     Classification: Updates, Non-Security
     Supersedes: KB2780541 on Windows 8, Windows RT, and Windows Server 2012
     Target platforms: Windows 8, Windows RT*, and Windows Server 2012
     Approximate file sizes:
     Description:
     Install this update to resolve issues in Windows. For a complete listing of the issues that are included in this update, see the associated Microsoft Knowledge Base article for more information. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
    ◦Windows 8 update: ~ 647KB

    ◦Windows 8 x64/Windows Server 2012 x64 update: ~ 904KB

    ◦Windows RT update: ~ 722KB

    •System Update Readiness Tool for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Vista (KB947821) [February 2013]

     Locale: All
     Deployment: Important/Automatic Updates, WSUS, and Catalog
     Classification: High Priority, Non-Security
     Supersedes: KB947821 on Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Vista
     Target platforms: Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Vista
     Approximate file sizes:
     Description:
     This tool is being offered because an inconsistency was found in the Windows servicing store which may prevent the successful installation of future updates, service packs, and software. This tool checks your computer for such inconsistencies and tries to resolve issues if found.
    ◦System Update Readiness Tool for Windows 7 [February 2013] update: ~ 146799KB

    ◦System Update Readiness Tool for Windows 7 x64/Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 [February 2013] update: ~ 387884KB

    ◦System Update Readiness Tool for Windows Server 2008 R2 IA-64 [February 2013] update: ~ 63138KB

    ◦System Update Readiness Tool for Windows Server 2008/Windows Vista [February 2013] update: ~ 132336KB

    ◦System Update Readiness Tool for Windows Server 2008 IA-64 [February 2013] update: ~ 48112KB

    ◦System Update Readiness Tool for Windows Server 2008 x64/Windows Vista x64 [February 2013] update: ~ 183233KB

    SOURCE: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894199
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2013, 11:22:04 AM
    I thought the link offered by Chris was sufficient since going to the link gave me all the information ....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2013, 12:39:29 PM
    System information without a Third Party program:
    Bring up the Run Command Box (Windows Key + R key)
    and type the following:
    msinfo32 and hit OK
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1361619318235-75959.png)
    Here's what you'll get:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1361619525711-57965.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 23, 2013, 03:11:21 PM
    Um, that's been there for some time (even in XP) that I had forgotten about it ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on February 23, 2013, 03:31:47 PM
    I thought the link offered by Chris was sufficient since going to the link gave me all the information ....
    I posted it in full mainly for Chris as he stated Windows 7 users "might" get a service pack or something similar on Feb 26 seems like he didn't know :-\
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 03:57:51 PM
    Quote
    Hotspot shield has had virus warnings from various AV products over the years and as close back as 2011 was as hard to remove all it's code as any virus and maybe they have cleaned up their act now but I would stay away from a company who's purpose is to mine my browsing habits, puts up adverts I might find offensive, reduces my access to some pages on the web, slows down my browser, disconnects from the internet randomly, is hard to remove, makes it harder for my anti-malware products to do their job unless it was absolutely necessary to view something not allowed from my country. 


    Even so there has got to be better proxy solutions.

    Sorry, Bob3160 your other recommendations look cool and I'm going to try some.  This product gave me a scare and I had to say something and give my reasoning.  Thanks for all your dedication to the Avast! community!
    It doesn't contain any virus. It may not be something you like or, something I would ever use but, there are people who do.

    I confirmed that after uninstalling Hotspot Shield it left a Windows service installed and active.
     For the next 2 days my Online Armor firewall recorded high net traffic and my hard drive was thrashing for no apparent reason.  Right after the February hot patches from Microsoft my computer refused to log into the wireless router.  I spent hours resetting the stack, removing the drivers, upgrading drivers verifying my other computers can access the router and the router hadn't changed.  I looked at the list of services and drivers installed and found  that Anchorpoint left two services and one was still starting with Windows.  Disabling their service did not help, however, and now I am reinstalling the operating system.  Well, guess it's time to try Windows 8.

    I would never, ever recommend Hotspot Shield to ANYONE and I wonder why it is not considered mal-ware when it leaves an active service installed. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2013, 04:11:44 PM
    Quote
    I would never, ever recommend Hotspot Shield to ANYONE and I wonder why it is not considered mal-ware when it leaves an active service installed.
    Many programs leave things behind. Unless what's left or left running is malicious, it can't be considered Malware.
    ( I also didn't recommend the program simply made you aware of the program. )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 04:16:30 PM
    Quote
    I would never, ever recommend Hotspot Shield to ANYONE and I wonder why it is not considered mal-ware when it leaves an active service installed.
    Many programs leave things behind. Unless what's left or left running is malicious, it can't be considered Malware.
    ( I also didn't recommend the program simply made you aware of the program. )

    No proper programs leave actively running services installed.  They may leave configuration files, registry entries and directories but not active code and especially not active services.

    Your mention of the software and my installing it were just coincidence.  It was done on my own mistaken choice being up late at night installing Trillian chat and not remembering what Hotspot Shield had done in 2011.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 23, 2013, 04:57:51 PM
    Quote
    I would never, ever recommend Hotspot Shield to ANYONE and I wonder why it is not considered mal-ware when it leaves an active service installed.
    Many programs leave things behind. Unless what's left or left running is malicious, it can't be considered Malware.
    ( I also didn't recommend the program simply made you aware of the program. )

    @mister.marmot

    I have used this program. This is a legit program and it doesn't leave anything behind. Try the latest version of this program. Uncheck the toolbars. They have more than 10 million users.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 04:58:31 PM
    After needing to install another OS and having professionals recommend a system rebuild every 18 months I've decided that portable applications stored on a USB 3 Passport drive is the way to avoid so much headaches. 

    If I want to swap OS or even run 3 OS in Virtual Boxes they can all access to the G: drive applications and no registry problems to deal with just some locked file errors if I'm not mindful.

    This is a growing trend and I found several applications already in service on my laptop here:


    http://portableapps.com/apps

    Palemoon put out their own portable release and at that website you'll find portable versions of:

    Foxit Reader, Revo Uninstaller, Songbird player, VLC player, Audacity editor, Thunderbird mail, Open Office, Firefox, Opera, Chrome, Iron, Skype, Gimp and a bunch of graphic editors and viewers,  Notepad++ (nicest little editor I've ever used) and a slew of little games.


    With browsers and the extensions keeping themselves up to date regularly there's no reason for me ever again to have to deal with transferring a profile over or even reinstalling my browser just because I buy a new computer or switch OS or if the machine is dead I can unplug the Passport and move to another machine.   Just need to keep the external drive mirrored.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 05:01:56 PM
    Quote
    I would never, ever recommend Hotspot Shield to ANYONE and I wonder why it is not considered mal-ware when it leaves an active service installed.
    Many programs leave things behind. Unless what's left or left running is malicious, it can't be considered Malware.
    ( I also didn't recommend the program simply made you aware of the program. )

    @mister.marmot

    I have used this program. This is a legit program and it doesn't leave anything behind. Try the latest version of this program. Uncheck the toolbars. They have more than 10 million users.
    It left a service behind.  The OS is mirrored away but I have the evidence and when I restore the partition I can submit a screenprint of their service. 

    I've been repairing machines since 1987.  I do forensic data retrieval.  It was absolutely Hotspot Shields code.

    Besides, it's a bit creepy to have my data packets getting sniffed as they are routed through a private advertising firms' servers.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 23, 2013, 05:05:29 PM
    I thought the link offered by Chris was sufficient since going to the link gave me all the information ....
    I posted it in full mainly for Chris as he stated Windows 7 users "might" get a service pack or something similar on Feb 26 seems like he didn't know :-\

    I am sorry. I wrote like that because I read conflicting news article about it. Some said its a service pack update and that more details about it will be out soon although they pointed to the above link.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 23, 2013, 05:10:18 PM
    Internet Explorer 11 Spotted Online, to Be Part of Windows Blue


    (http://img.ithome.com/newsuploadfiles/2013/2/20130223_104109_645.gif)


    Windows Blue is said to be the code name of the next update of Windows 8.


    (http://img.ithome.com/newsuploadfiles/2013/2/20130223_102049_111.jpg)


    http://www.win8china.com/html/4181.html

    http://www.win8china.com/html/4179.html

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 05:34:35 PM
    Microsoft's internal version numbering system is not on the fast track like browser code cycles.  They are still upping it by 0.1's.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2013, 05:37:32 PM
    Thanks but no thanks....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on February 23, 2013, 05:37:45 PM
    Microsoft's internal version numbering system is not on the fast track like browser code cycles.  They are still upping it by 0.1's.
    +1

    Windows Vista is 6.0.6002.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 05:45:32 PM
    Thanks but no thanks....
    Yeah, when I visited that Chinese website my NoScript 'S' had the big fat red circle cross over it. 

    No scripts for you win8china.com...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 23, 2013, 05:52:31 PM
    Thanks but no thanks....
    Yeah, when I visited that Chinese website my NoScript 'S' had the big fat red circle cross over it. 

    No scripts for you win8china.com...

    Well that actually means nothing, all it means is that you have never visited the site and haven't allowed scripts to run for that domain.

    What is a matter of concern is why you even visited it in the first place, the decision maker between the chair and computer has to use some common sense as to what links the should or shouldn't visit. The domain name in this case certainly should have thrown up some warning flags in the brain.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 23, 2013, 06:27:09 PM
    Thanks but no thanks....
    Yeah, when I visited that Chinese website my NoScript 'S' had the big fat red circle cross over it. 

    No scripts for you win8china.com...

    Well that actually means nothing, all it means is that you have never visited the site and haven't allowed scripts to run for that domain.

    What is a matter of concern is why you even visited it in the first place, the decision maker between the chair and computer has to use some common sense as to what links the should or shouldn't visit. The domain name in this case certainly should have thrown up some warning flags in the brain.

    Actually the red circle over NoScript S means that no scripts are being allowed to operate on the browser NOT that I haven't visited there before.

    Are you saying that this 1800+ Christian Avast! super user who dropped the links here on the forum was trying to get me infected?

     Offline Chris Thomas

        avast! Evangelist
        Super Poster
        ***
        Posts: 1877
        Gender: Male
        Christian Geek - aka 'born again' Geek

    Besides, Win8China is a fan and tech site for Chinese geeks and has a green WebReb and WOT recommendation and a 100/100 Webutation review.    Nothing to be worried about.   
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on February 23, 2013, 06:38:11 PM
    Dude. That site has no malware. If there was, I wouldn't be posting it in the first place.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mister.marmot on February 24, 2013, 06:04:42 AM
    Dude. That site has no malware. If there was, I wouldn't be posting it in the first place.

    Looks like an interesting site although I'll have to rely on IMTranslator or if Google offers to translate it.  That's for the introduction to it.  +1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 27, 2013, 12:21:58 PM
    (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/m_20130227-zaqc-104kb.jpg) (http://my.jetscreenshot.com/2701/20130227-zaqc-104kb)
    DDownloader (http://www.ddownloads.net/blog/231-new-project-ddownloads-on-the-run) a great tool when setting up a new computer.
    A safe way to download the needed programs directly from the source and,
    you can choose a selective install not just the default install to see exactly what's being installed.
    You can even add programs to the download list if you don't find them among the 500 programs offered.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 03, 2013, 03:13:03 PM

    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Avast-8-new-features.jpg)
                  A Look At The New Features In Avast 8 (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/avast-8-new-features/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    "Avast is known for creating some of the best security tools in the industry.
    The company has been producing robust, reliable and efficient antivirus and security applications
    for the past several years, winning many accolades and certifications from critics and computer security experts."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 03, 2013, 05:01:42 PM
    (http://www.softwareok.com/img/ss/g_en/Run-Command.jpg) (http://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/Run-Command)



    Run-Command (http://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/Run-Command) is a small, portable windows program and created as an alternative to the standard Windows Run-Dialog.
    In this program you will find a number of improvements e.g. the function run as administrator and add to favorites commands
    for frequently used commands. You can comfortably manage the favorites and grouping by command categories is also possible.
    Click here to get to the download page. (http://www.softwareok.com/?Download=Run-Command)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 03, 2013, 11:57:48 PM

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    “Essential extras” contains two must-have utilities that defy category and, for now, competition.

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    Best Windows security apps (http://download.cnet.com/best-windows-security-apps/) – Just because threats to your PC continue to mutate doesn't mean that you must payfor your peace of mind. We've collected some of the top free security and privacy programs available that will keep your computer safer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Marc57 on March 05, 2013, 12:17:37 AM
    It seems the platform update for win 7 (KB2670838) is causing some people to have problems.

    http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-windows_update/after-installation-of-update-kb2670838-win-7-keeps/66be9f5a-2257-4c4a-9c9c-5dc6f0f55d37?page=1&tm=1362433208906
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 05, 2013, 08:06:10 AM
    It seems the platform update for win 7 (KB2670838) is causing some people to have problems.

    http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-windows_update/after-installation-of-update-kb2670838-win-7-keeps/66be9f5a-2257-4c4a-9c9c-5dc6f0f55d37?page=1&tm=1362433208906
    It looks like the problem is happening on laptops with Intel CPU's and using the integrated Intel graphics. The platform update did change both 2D and 3D graphics and integrated some of the newer DX11 features that Intel graphics do not support. That may be the root of the problem.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on March 08, 2013, 11:23:34 PM
    XP support countdown website here:  http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/ (http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/)

    Just so you know the end is coming for XP.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 08, 2013, 11:34:27 PM
    I think they typed an extra zero. 50 days would suffice. ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 08, 2013, 11:46:29 PM
    XP support countdown website here:  http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/ (http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/)

    Just so you know the end is coming for XP.
    Not the end of XP, just the end of support. It will still run perfectly well for years to come. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 09, 2013, 12:06:12 AM
    XP support countdown website here:  http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/ (http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/)

    Just so you know the end is coming for XP.
    Not the end of XP, just the end of support. It will still run perfectly well for years to come. :)

    And many will continue to do so ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 09, 2013, 12:42:25 AM
    XP support countdown website here:  http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/ (http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/)

    Just so you know the end is coming for XP.
    Not the end of XP, just the end of support. It will still run perfectly well for years to come. :)
    Unsecure and full of holes like swiss cheese ready to infect others..... (Not a good scenario)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 09, 2013, 12:58:17 AM
    Rather depends on the user, mine isn't insecure or full of holes :P

    Any OS not kept up to date with little or no proactive measures (a robust backup and recovery strategy) and good security applications, etc. etc. is no less vulnerable.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 09, 2013, 01:21:12 AM
    Rather depends on the user, mine isn't insecure or full of holes :P

    Any OS not kept up to date with little or no proactive measures (a robust backup and recovery strategy) and good security applications, etc. etc. is no less vulnerable.
    David,
    If MS no longer updates newly discovered security flaws in XP, then XP will become vulnerable unless someone else steps in to fill the security gap.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 09, 2013, 01:52:14 AM
    Update are through to April 2014, so no rush.

    Even when it does come in all honesty it probably won't make that much difference (certainly not to me), there are people who get infected with monotonous regularity no matter what OS they have. There have long been security holes and exploits (even those discovered by MS) that remained open for some considerable time, there are still unpatched vulnerabilities.

    I have for a very long time taken responsibility for my systems security in the pro active measures I take, the security software I use, the habits and practices I follow and in all of that time not one single alert/infection in all of that time. It is quite possible to secure your system no matter what OS you have it isn't your all doomed.

    I won't be rushed into any decision, Had I not bought a netbook then I probably wouldn't have win7 either and win8 I was actually looking forward to. But that turned out to impress me even less than win7, so I may well be waiting for win9 a.k.a. windows blue, to see if reality lives up to the usual MS hype.

    Hell how knows my next OS update could be Linux or even Android or Firefox. But I know one thing for sure my security practices, backup and recovery strategy will be in place to recover from any eventuality.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 09, 2013, 03:38:23 AM
    XP support countdown website here:  http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/ (http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/)

    Just so you know the end is coming for XP.
    Not the end of XP, just the end of support. It will still run perfectly well for years to come. :)
    Unsecure and full of holes like swiss cheese ready to infect others..... (Not a good scenario)
    There is no way you can know that. That's pure speculation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on March 09, 2013, 11:16:56 PM
    XP support countdown website here:  http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/ (http://camwood.com/news/the-countdown-starts-today-with-500-days-to-go-businesses-must-prepare-for-the-end-of-xp/)

    Just so you know the end is coming for XP.
    Not the end of XP, just the end of support. It will still run perfectly well for years to come. :)

    Unsecure and full of holes like swiss cheese ready to infect others..... (Not a good scenario)
    There is no way you can know that. That's pure speculation.
    As XP does not know about SATA drives, it must be configured to run with that on install.  Many users re-installing from scratch will find that out, and then there is the issue of EIDE drives not being in production anymore, so as the pool of used/remanufactured drives depletes over time, and machines that can run XP with proper manufacturer support dwindles; it is going to die irregardless over time.

    Of course, there is always Linux, so support is really not the issue; old hardware no longer in production really is.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2013, 03:22:31 PM
    (http://www.osforensics.com/images/slide_imagesearch.png) (http://www.osforensics.com/index.html)
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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 13, 2013, 06:24:12 PM
                  (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1363195000699-93299.png)
    Media Portal (http://www.team-mediaportal.com/) transforms your PC in to a complete media solution.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 15, 2013, 04:08:44 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1363359891233-34423.png)
    OUTDATEfighter (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/outdatefighter-windows-system-app-updater-with-built-in-uninstaller/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) Is A Windows System & App Updater With A Built-In Uninstaller
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 15, 2013, 04:14:40 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1363360334411-9721.png)
    ElevatedShortcut (http://winaero.com/download.php?view.38) Disable UAC Prompts For Select Windows Apps
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on March 17, 2013, 12:09:55 AM
    A new free VPN service developed by Daiyuu Nobori, student at the Tsukuna University (Nihon) to help users to circumvent for instance government censorship: http://vpngate.net/en/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 17, 2013, 04:16:05 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1363533170312-5970.png)
                                   FotoMix v.9.2.1 (http://www.diphso.no/FotoMix.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on March 17, 2013, 05:40:26 PM
    A new free VPN service developed by Daiyuu Nobori, student at the Tsukuna University (Nihon) to help users to circumvent for instance government censorship: http://vpngate.net/en/

    polonus

    Hi Polonus: Just thought I'd try it out. So far seems fine.
    I will let you know how this app effects internet speed.
    Thanks. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on March 18, 2013, 04:37:36 PM
    A new free VPN service developed by Daiyuu Nobori, student at the Tsukuna University (Nihon) to help users to circumvent for instance government censorship: http://vpngate.net/en/

    polonus

    Hi Polonus: Just thought I'd try it out. So far seems fine.
    I will let you know how this app effects internet speed.
    Thanks. :)

    Just a quick update.
    Nice program. While using this VPN I literally haven't noticed any significant slow down.
    There are an amazing amount of servers to connect too and the whole process of installing and setting up was very easy. The VPN client manager is extremely straight forward and I must say I like this program better then the several others I've tried; for speed and ease. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 20, 2013, 05:17:48 PM

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         Avast Browser Cleanup at work (https://blog.avast.com/2013/03/20/avast-browser-cleanup-at-work/)

    ( What's not to like ??? ) - even found something on my Chrome browser that I never realized was there....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 20, 2013, 06:08:22 PM
    Do you have a new SSD Drive ???
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    Tweak-SSD (http://www.majorgeeks.com/Tweak-SSD_d7828.html)  - "Everything you need to optimize your SSD drive on Windows 7 or 8"
    ( Sorry but I can't test it. I don't yet own an SSD Drive  :'(  )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 20, 2013, 08:49:19 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1363808725526-98954.png) (http://www.shouldiremoveit.com/)



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    After some searching, the above programs website offered the information
    I needed to decide to keep the program.


    You can also uninstall directly from within the program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on March 21, 2013, 05:54:49 AM
    Do you have a new SSD Drive ???
    (https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRnBChqThwRkulWu2mkK0KQy0sxNpZRG3xT14Zq9WyIWBEW8ODR)



    Tweak-SSD (http://www.majorgeeks.com/Tweak-SSD_d7828.html)  - "Everything you need to optimize your SSD drive on Windows 7 or 8"
    ( Sorry but I can't test it. I don't yet own an SSD Drive  :'(  )

    I do I have 2 Intel 520 480Gb SSD on my new laptop Bob, trouble is I don't have the balls to test it ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: avast@@dvantage77.com on March 21, 2013, 08:12:27 PM
    www.ocztechnologyforum.com/.../showthread.php?...SSD-Tw...Share

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    This thread was started a tad over 3 years ago. *** Tweaking things is not necessary, really, on the new SSD's. *** This program is still available from ...


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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2013, 02:05:37 PM
    Something new from Evernote.
    https://www.evernote.com/shard/s20/sh/9db11cfb-a1fb-4a1c-adf8-3acd482c99d2/87d003cb3f96dfccae23524b28d97aca (https://www.evernote.com/shard/s20/sh/9db11cfb-a1fb-4a1c-adf8-3acd482c99d2/87d003cb3f96dfccae23524b28d97aca)
    It's called Skitch (http://evernote.com/skitch/) and it's a simple screensaver application
    which let's you save your screenshots directly to Evernote or,
    to a file on your computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on March 22, 2013, 02:54:30 PM
    I knew you were 'Bob the Bloody Builder' ;D ;D ;D

    PS. Just don't build a bloody highway right in the middle of you're suburb where you have a lot of people living in their homes, and if you do they will kill you no matter how rich you get money not the bloody issue. ;) ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2013, 04:51:59 PM
    I knew you were 'Bob the Bloody Builder' ;D ;D ;D

    PS. Just don't build a bloody highway right in the middle of you're suburb where you have a lot of people living in their homes, and if you do they will kill you no matter how rich you get money not the bloody issue. ;) ;D
    @ Speedy,
    It isn't a highway.
    This is what it's all about:
    http://mlpaa.org (http://mlpaa.org)  and we'll take all the help we can get. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2013, 06:15:58 PM
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    This is an all-in-one package bundling all free multimedia
    applications developed by DVDVideoSoft.
    Free Studio contains 48 freeware applications.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 22, 2013, 06:36:04 PM
    I knew you were 'Bob the Bloody Builder' ;D ;D ;D

    PS. Just don't build a bloody highway right in the middle of you're suburb where you have a lot of people living in their homes, and if you do they will kill you no matter how rich you get money not the bloody issue. ;) ;D
    @ Speedy,
    It isn't a highway.
    This is what it's all about:
    http://mlpaa.org (http://mlpaa.org)  and we'll take all the help we can get. :)
    Why in the world would anybody remove a lake and turn it into a desert? I like the before pictures better.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2013, 06:40:00 PM
    I knew you were 'Bob the Bloody Builder' ;D ;D ;D

    PS. Just don't build a bloody highway right in the middle of you're suburb where you have a lot of people living in their homes, and if you do they will kill you no matter how rich you get money not the bloody issue. ;) ;D
    @ Speedy,
    It isn't a highway.
    This is what it's all about:
    http://mlpaa.org (http://mlpaa.org)  and we'll take all the help we can get. :)
    Why in the world would anybody remove a lake and turn it into a desert? I like the before pictures better.
    Maybe one needs to look a little deeper. Vandals removed the lake many years ago and it subsequently became a dumping ground.
    But that's all spelled out on the website. We're currently in the process of turning this into a wildlife refuge and a park that the whole
    community can be proud of and enjoy.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 22, 2013, 07:21:40 PM
    I knew you were 'Bob the Bloody Builder' ;D ;D ;D

    PS. Just don't build a bloody highway right in the middle of you're suburb where you have a lot of people living in their homes, and if you do they will kill you no matter how rich you get money not the bloody issue. ;) ;D
    @ Speedy,
    It isn't a highway.
    This is what it's all about:
    http://mlpaa.org (http://mlpaa.org)  and we'll take all the help we can get. :)
    Why in the world would anybody remove a lake and turn it into a desert? I like the before pictures better.
    Maybe one needs to look a little deeper. Vandals removed the lake many years ago and it subsequently became a dumping ground.
    But that's all spelled out on the website. We're currently in the process of turning this into a wildlife refuge and a park that the whole
    community can be proud of and enjoy.  :)
    Okay I only looked at the pictures . Is the plan to restore the lake?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2013, 07:24:22 PM
    I knew you were 'Bob the Bloody Builder' ;D ;D ;D

    PS. Just don't build a bloody highway right in the middle of you're suburb where you have a lot of people living in their homes, and if you do they will kill you no matter how rich you get money not the bloody issue. ;) ;D
    @ Speedy,
    It isn't a highway.
    This is what it's all about:
    http://mlpaa.org (http://mlpaa.org)  and we'll take all the help we can get. :)
    Why in the world would anybody remove a lake and turn it into a desert? I like the before pictures better.
    Maybe one needs to look a little deeper. Vandals removed the lake many years ago and it subsequently became a dumping ground.
    But that's all spelled out on the website. We're currently in the process of turning this into a wildlife refuge and a park that the whole
    community can be proud of and enjoy.  :)
    Okay I only looked at the pictures . Is the plan to restore the lake?
    No, ponds again, all spelled out on the website. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 23, 2013, 09:00:22 PM

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    10 Photo Editing Sites
    Nothing to install, do it all on-line.


    01. PicMonkey                           http://www.picmonkey.com/ (http://www.picmonkey.com/)
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    04. Sumopaint                           http://www.sumopaint.com/ (http://www.sumopaint.com/)
    05. LunaPic                                http://lunapic.com/ (http://lunapic.com/)
    06. FotoFlexer                            http://fotoflexer.com/ (http://fotoflexer.com/)
    07. iPiccy                                    http://ipiccy.com/ (http://ipiccy.com/)
    08. Pixlr                                      http://pixlr.com/ (http://pixlr.com/)
    09. BeFunky                               http://www.befunky.com/ (http://www.befunky.com/)
    10. Photoshop Express Editor   http://www.photoshop.com/ (http://www.photoshop.com/)
    (Thanks to Lockergnome (http://www.lockergnome.com/media/2013/03/21/10-of-the-best-photo-editing-sites-of-2013/))   
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 24, 2013, 01:57:40 AM
    Sumopaint is good too; it's like a younger sibling of gimp -> http://sumopaint.com/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2013, 03:20:47 PM
    Sumopaint is good too; it's like a younger sibling of gimp -> http://sumopaint.com/ (http://sumopaint.com/)
    The online version can be reached at: http://www.sumopaint.com/app/ (http://www.sumopaint.com/app/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 24, 2013, 05:49:57 PM
    Microsoft Leaks The New OS: Windows Blue
    "And then Microsoft leak an ENTIRE OS. GOOD JOB." -@uppfinnarn

    http://www.theverge.com/2013/3/24/4141286/windows-blue-screenshots-leak-smaller-live-tiles-options-ui


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on March 24, 2013, 06:26:31 PM
    "Build 9364, a partner version that was originally compiled on March 15th, has been made available on file sharing sites and includes some of the new changes that Microsoft is building into its significant Windows 8 update".

    Well I wonder ???: So is this something that will be included in the 'Windows Update' or have to be paid for $$ and installed on top of existing Windows 8 Build.  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2013, 06:30:59 PM
    "Build 9364, a partner version that was originally compiled on March 15th, has been made available on file sharing sites and includes some of the new changes that Microsoft is building into its significant Windows 8 update".

    Well I wonder ??? : So is this something that will be included in the 'Windows Update' or have to be paid for $$ and installed on top of existing Windows 8 Build.  ::)

    You can read more about the upcoming Windows 8 update at:
    http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-expected-to-update-its-full-suite-of-built-in-windows-8-apps-7000013004/ (http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-expected-to-update-its-full-suite-of-built-in-windows-8-apps-7000013004/)


    These include:

    Microsoft.BingTravel
    Microsoft.Camera
    Microsoft.Bing
    Microsoft.Reader
    Microsoft.BingNews
    microsoft.windowsphotos (Photos)
    Microsoft.BingFinance
    microsoft.microsoftskydrive
    Microsoft.XboxLIVEGames
    Microsoft.ZuneVideo
    Microsoft.BingWeather
    Microsoft.ZuneMusic (Xbox Music)
    microsoft.windowscommunicationsapps (Mail, Calendar, People, Messaging)
    Microsoft.BingMaps
    Microsoft.BingSports
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on March 24, 2013, 06:41:00 PM
    Thanks Bob, as usual very helpful with the Win8 info. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 24, 2013, 07:35:07 PM
    Windows Phone Support Will Be Discontinued Next Year
    "Windows Phone 7/8 support ending next year [...]" -@kogir

    http://blog.donovanglover.com/2013/03/windows-phone-discontinued/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 24, 2013, 08:24:14 PM
    Windows Phone Support Will Be Discontinued Next Year
    "Windows Phone 7/8 support ending next year [...]" -@kogir

    http://blog.donovanglover.com/2013/03/windows-phone-discontinued/

    Well that really is interesting, looks like the MS grand plan to have all OSes based on the all singing and dancing windows phone metro interface only to bin windows phone. I'm sure Nokia will be less than impressed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2013, 08:36:54 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1364153766596-18854.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 24, 2013, 08:42:33 PM
    No problem connecting to that page, where are you getting this alert (or spoof) from ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2013, 08:45:42 PM
    No problem connecting to that page, where are you getting this alert (or spoof) from ?
    BitDefender Traffic Light on Chrome
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 24, 2013, 08:49:14 PM
    Looks like the traffic lights are out.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 24, 2013, 08:49:26 PM
    I don't know where that came from. Where can I contact them?
    I found no hints here: http://trafficlight.bitdefender.com/info?url=donovanglover.com

    ~!Donovan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 24, 2013, 08:55:35 PM
    And FYI: http://www.urlvoid.com/scan/donovanglover.com/

    ~!Donovan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2013, 08:56:11 PM
    I don't know where that came from. Where can I contact them?
    I found no hints here: http://trafficlight.bitdefender.com/info?url=donovanglover.com (http://trafficlight.bitdefender.com/info?url=donovanglover.com)

    ~!Donovan
    Use the following link and then select "get help"
    chrome-extension://cfnpidifppmenkapgihekkeednfoenal/settingsPage/settings.html# (http://forum.avast.com/chrome-extension://cfnpidifppmenkapgihekkeednfoenal/settingsPage/settings.html#)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 24, 2013, 09:01:21 PM
    I'll do so once I get the chance. ATM I'm using Firefox and the link is Chrome-specific.

    Regards,
    ~!Donovan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 29, 2013, 07:45:35 PM
    For those of us who use the Chrome Browser:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1364582579619-58401.png)
    http://www.one-tab.com/ (http://www.one-tab.com/)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on March 29, 2013, 11:16:26 PM
    For those of us who use the Chrome Browser:
    Is there anything similar to Firefox?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on March 30, 2013, 12:57:47 AM
    For those of us who use the Chrome Browser:
    Is there anything similar to Firefox?
    Probably not. Even if there were, it wouldn't function like this extension.

    Chrome uses different processes for different tabs; Firefox doesn't.

    ~!Donovan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on March 30, 2013, 01:02:05 AM
    Hi !Donovan,

    This comes closest: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/hidetab/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 30, 2013, 01:50:19 AM
    Hi !Donovan,

    This comes closest: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/hidetab/ (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/hidetab/)

    polonus
    Except one combines the other simply hides. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 30, 2013, 02:04:17 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1364648591452-4774.png)
    Chrome Browser Privacy Settings - A Primer (https://threatpost.com/en_us/blogs/how-chrome-browser-privacy-settings-031813)
    There are many of them and if you value your privacy, then don't depend on the
    default settings. This pretty much goes for all browsers, social network sites, forums, etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on March 31, 2013, 11:59:55 AM
    your next windows OS.....Windows Blue

    http://www.informationweek.com/software/windows8/windows-blue-what-we-know/240152012


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on March 31, 2013, 02:30:58 PM
    your next windows OS.....Windows Blue

    http://www.informationweek.com/software/windows8/windows-blue-what-we-know/240152012

    I've already covered about Windows Blue http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=114756.msg893436#msg893436
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on April 01, 2013, 08:56:03 AM
    Use the following link and then select "get help"
    chrome-extension://cfnpidifppmenkapgihekkeednfoenal/settingsPage/settings.html# (http://forum.avast.com/chrome-extension://cfnpidifppmenkapgihekkeednfoenal/settingsPage/settings.html#)

    Doesn't work. Could you possibly do it?

    ~!Donovan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 01, 2013, 02:45:42 PM
    Use the following link and then select "get help"
    chrome-extension://cfnpidifppmenkapgihekkeednfoenal/settingsPage/settings.html# (http://forum.avast.com/chrome-extension://cfnpidifppmenkapgihekkeednfoenal/settingsPage/settings.html#)

    Doesn't work. Could you possibly do it?

    ~!Donovan
    You would have to install TrafficLight from Bitdefender. then access the help page from within the settings.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on April 01, 2013, 10:13:51 PM
    You would have to install TrafficLight from Bitdefender. then access the help page from within the settings.

    I'd rather not then. I'll leave them be.

    ~!Donovan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 03, 2013, 03:32:11 AM
    Malwarebytes Secure Backup 1.00 Beta Test (http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?showtopic=124594)
    Any one interested ???
    Screenshots (http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/securebackup/#screenshots)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 05, 2013, 02:51:34 PM
    There are many Free programs that record your screen (or, portion of your screen)
    But Gif Cam (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/record-pc-screeen-in-gif-format-gifcam/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) can do that and record the results as a gif file.

    Here are a few pictures I took last night and recorded them as a gif (video)
    Test1.gif (https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeYWU5M0lCcm9BSTA/edit?usp=sharing)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on April 09, 2013, 11:52:28 PM
    365 Days Remaining Until XP End Of Support. The Countdown Begins

    Found this on avast's facebook page. Sorry if it has been previously posted somewhere. I only read back a day and not every day.

    http://blogs.windows.com/windows/b/springboard/archive/2013/04/08/365-days-remaining-until-xp-end-of-support-the-countdown-begins.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 10, 2013, 01:24:39 AM
    Wow the end of the world, I think not.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 10, 2013, 02:59:08 AM
    Will we live enough to see the end of the world?
    Do you remember the revolution of XP over Windows 9x and Me?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 11, 2013, 03:04:20 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1365685403962-36381.png)
    Tackk (http://tackk.com/tackkboard/:new) makes creating single page websites a breeze and,
    it's totally free.
    Here is what I've created in less than 5 min.
    http://tackk.com/mlpaa1 (http://tackk.com/mlpaa1)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on April 11, 2013, 03:42:26 PM
    365 Days Remaining Until XP End Of Support. The Countdown Begins

    Found this on avast's facebook page. Sorry if it has been previously posted somewhere. I only read back a day and not every day.

    http://blogs.windows.com/windows/b/springboard/archive/2013/04/08/365-days-remaining-until-xp-end-of-support-the-countdown-begins.aspx

    That is why I had to put down my old desktop computer with XP Pro..............give to poor bastard the old shot gun :'( :'( and this why I got myself a new computer with W8 it's not to bad just a little bit of a disappointment that MS went to far taking away some everyday features we used all the time.........don't tell me why it a long bloody story it has taken me a while to get the new feel of W8. I would loved to give MS the bloody middle finger >:(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2013, 12:33:37 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1365849102178-93572.png)

    Save Notes & Login Credentials In An Encrypted Vault With Datum Locker (http://www.tucows.com/preview/754986/Datum-Locker)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2013, 01:29:25 PM
    Can you use 50 Gig of secure storage ?
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1365852020671-25534.png)
    Full details at lifehacker (http://lifehacker.com/5994394/get-50gb-of-free-encrypted-online-storage-from-tresorit)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on April 13, 2013, 03:01:06 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    Know about this one: http://www.classicshell.net/

    Some like it a lot for W8,

    pol
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 13, 2013, 03:06:47 PM
    I think that is the one he is using.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2013, 04:08:54 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    Know about this one: http://www.classicshell.net/ (http://www.classicshell.net/)

    Some like it a lot for W8,

    pol
    It's a program I've talked about many times. I have used it since the early builds of Windows 8.
    Where have you been ??? ;D [size=78%] [/size][/size][size=78%] [/size][/size]Even made a video:[size=78%]
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg829006#msg829006 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg829006#msg829006)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 15, 2013, 02:20:12 AM
    LeDimmer (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/le-dimmer-dims-everything-on-your-desktop-except-focused-window/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1365984873098-16838.png) (https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeX045el9vdFl1TkE/edit?usp=sharing)
    With this little utility you'll always know what's in focus. (https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeX045el9vdFl1TkE/edit?usp=sharing)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 16, 2013, 05:17:06 PM
    A simple System Monitor
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366125126926-16898.png)
    With a lot of features:
    Moo0 System Monitor (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/moo0-system-monitor-light-customizable-stats-panel-for-pc-resources/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 18, 2013, 04:30:42 PM
    Repair Disk for KB2823324 and KB2782476 (KB2840165) (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=38435)
    Unfortunately the recent  security update from Microsoft caused a big problem for many Windows 7 users.
    If you can't boot this disk is supposed to fix the issue.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 19, 2013, 06:26:57 PM
    Win Toolbox (http://users.adam.com.au/paulwh/_Pages/wintoolbox.html)
    (http://users.adam.com.au/paulwh/_Thumbs/WinToolBox/StartMenuThumb.png)
    Check out the rest of his website (http://users.adam.com.au/paulwh/index.html) for
    other goodies.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2013, 03:57:26 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366465756087-49697.png)
    My Chrome Browser now has a Duck extension (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/duckduckgo-for-chrome/bpphkkgodbfncbcpgopijlfakfgmclao) to ensure
    Some extra privacy while searching the internet.
    Click Here (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2035703/get-your-privacy-ducks-in-a-row-with-duckduckgo.html) for More information

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on April 20, 2013, 04:16:34 PM
    My Chrome Browser now has a Duck extension (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/duckduckgo-for-chrome/bpphkkgodbfncbcpgopijlfakfgmclao) to ensure
    Some extra privacy while searching the internet.
    Click Here (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2035703/get-your-privacy-ducks-in-a-row-with-duckduckgo.html) for More information
    Doesn't this use https in all browsing which would then inhibit avast from scanning ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2013, 05:09:06 PM
    My Chrome Browser now has a Duck extension (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/duckduckgo-for-chrome/bpphkkgodbfncbcpgopijlfakfgmclao) to ensure
    Some extra privacy while searching the internet.
    Click Here (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2035703/get-your-privacy-ducks-in-a-row-with-duckduckgo.html) for More information
    Doesn't this use https in all browsing which would then inhibit avast from scanning ???
    Yes so it depends on how you use it. It's not my default search but used only when I select it.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on April 20, 2013, 05:16:27 PM
    Yes so it depends on how you use it. It's not my default search but used only when I select it.
    Ok :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2013, 05:20:19 PM
    (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wirelesskeyview.gif)
    WirelessKeyView 1.65 (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wireless_key.html) recovers all wireless network security keys/passwords (WEP/WPA) stored in your computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 21, 2013, 03:36:49 PM
    My new Desktop Picture:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366551158182-56141.png)
    The full size image is available at:
    http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366550914617-64853.png (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366550914617-64853.png)
    I took this picture yesterday morning at the MLPAA (http://mlpaa.org) property.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2013, 12:04:43 AM
                    Tweaking.Com - Windows Repair (All in One) (http://www.tweaking.com/content/page/windows_repair_all_in_one.html)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366580825584-91574.png)


    It even comes with an excellent suggestion when you start to run it:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366581000056-47442.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2013, 02:04:29 PM

    Microsoft appears ready to concede. Windows 8: the new OS needs the Start button back, badly. (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2036094/microsoft-to-bring-the-start-button-to-win-8-reports-say.html)


    The ironic part is that many of us have known this for a very long time.
    I've been using Classic Start Menu ( http://www.classicshell.net/ (http://www.classicshell.net/) ) since the early beta days of Windows 8.
    I think it's about time that the Doctor (Microsoft) listens to it's patients so that
    both the Doctor and the Patient can get on with their lives and actually reap the benefits
    that Windows 8 has to offer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 23, 2013, 02:26:14 PM
    Microsoft has know this for some considerable time, from the many reviews, etc. but they in their wisdom chose to ignore it.

    From the PC World article, the question raised is what functionality will the Start button have, if and when it does make an appearance.

    Quote
    In addition to the Start button, reports earlier in April said Microsoft also was planning a boot-to-desktop option to allow PC users to bypass the Start screen without resorting to third-party options.

    So we will have to wait and see if users be able to boot right into the classic desktop interface (without having to use another utility) and avoid the Metro new interface.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/2034727/windows-blue-may-bring-back-boot-to-desktop-start-button.html (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2034727/windows-blue-may-bring-back-boot-to-desktop-start-button.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2013, 02:29:58 PM
    Microsoft has know this for some considerable time, from the many reviews, etc. but they in their wisdom chose to ignore it.

    From the PC World article, the question raised is what functionality will the Start button have, if and when it does make an appearance.

    Quote
    In addition to the Start button, reports earlier in April said Microsoft also was planning a boot-to-desktop option to allow PC users to bypass the Start screen without resorting to third-party options.

    So we will have to wait and see if users be able to boot right into the classic desktop interface (without having to use another utility) and avoid the Metro new interface.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/2034727/windows-blue-may-bring-back-boot-to-desktop-start-button.html (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2034727/windows-blue-may-bring-back-boot-to-desktop-start-button.html)


    Unless they give us back total control which includes the ability to boot to the original desktop and start menu, I would simply continue the use of http://www.classicshell.net/ .:)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2013, 04:41:25 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366727915366-66462.png)
    Freeware to Create Bootable ISO of Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8 Setup (http://www.askvg.com/wbi-creator-free-portable-utility-to-create-bootable-iso-for-windows-xp-vista-and-7-setup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)


    I have tested this on my windows 8 Pro system. Created and booted from the DVD created.
    (No, I did not try to install Windows 8 because I like my current installation....)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on April 23, 2013, 06:55:35 PM
    Microsoft has know this for some considerable time, from the many reviews, etc. but they in their wisdom chose to ignore it.

    From the PC World article, the question raised is what functionality will the Start button have, if and when it does make an appearance.

    Quote
    In addition to the Start button, reports earlier in April said Microsoft also was planning a boot-to-desktop option to allow PC users to bypass the Start screen without resorting to third-party options.

    So we will have to wait and see if users be able to boot right into the classic desktop interface (without having to use another utility) and avoid the Metro new interface.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/2034727/windows-blue-may-bring-back-boot-to-desktop-start-button.html (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2034727/windows-blue-may-bring-back-boot-to-desktop-start-button.html)


    Unless they give us back total control which includes the ability to boot to the original desktop and start menu, I would simply continue the use of http://www.classicshell.net/ .:)

    Just reading this, it certainly isn't looking good. :(
    http://www.infoworld.com/t/microsoft-windows/leaked-windows-81-build-9374-disappoints-start-button-fans-216968 (http://www.infoworld.com/t/microsoft-windows/leaked-windows-81-build-9374-disappoints-start-button-fans-216968)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 24, 2013, 03:07:27 PM

    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/KCleaner-Settings.png)

    KCleaner (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/kcleaner-is-a-ccleaner-alternative-with-scheduling-options/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) Is A CCleaner (http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner) Alternative With Scheduling Options.

    (KCleaner tries to install non-required software to you computer.
    Make sure you decline any such offers when prompted.)
    Here's a little video to make that very easy:
    https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyedmF2U2VKYks2SDQ/edit?usp=sharing (https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyedmF2U2VKYks2SDQ/edit?usp=sharing)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 24, 2013, 05:13:41 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366815809020-9374.png)
    TimeFreeze from Toolwiz (http://www.majorgeeks.com/Toolwiz_Time_Freeze_d7421.html) (Major Geeks offers a niced video on this program.)
    They say that time waits for no man. (unless you use TimeFreeze)
    Once engaged, anything you do on your system is suspended and fully erased (If you so choose),
    once you reboot your system.
    A great program for those of us that like to try new toys (Programs - Apps.) and never know what will happen
    to our system because of the new installation.
    You may also elect to keep changes that have happened while you're in the protected mode of TimeFreeze.
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 25, 2013, 01:50:36 PM
    (https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSRtnNqehsMK5-hQqixmXrbp7x408QBm3rvOjx6YdTYllxWz13Lvw)
    Want the most reliable Windows PC? Buy a Mac (http://www.zdnet.com/want-the-most-reliable-windows-pc-buy-a-mac-or-maybe-a-dell-7000014469/?s_cid=e589&ttag=e589)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 25, 2013, 05:08:58 PM
    <snip image>
    Want the most reliable Windows PC? Buy a Mac (http://www.zdnet.com/want-the-most-reliable-windows-pc-buy-a-mac-or-maybe-a-dell-7000014469/?s_cid=e589&ttag=e589)


    Nah, Id rather buy 3 of the Acer Aspire E1 571, which came a close second for almost the same price as the Mac.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 25, 2013, 05:37:48 PM
    <snip image>
    Want the most reliable Windows PC? Buy a Mac (http://www.zdnet.com/want-the-most-reliable-windows-pc-buy-a-mac-or-maybe-a-dell-7000014469/?s_cid=e589&ttag=e589)


    Nah, Id rather buy 3 of the Acer Aspire E1 571, which came a close second for almost the same price as the Mac.
    No arguments.... Mac might have something else to say. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 25, 2013, 05:39:36 PM
    Just bringing some reality back to the subject, not to mention the mac user has to also buy whatever version of windows they want to run under boot camp.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2013, 03:49:08 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1366984117042-44899.png)

    This utility enables users of Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 to mount ISO disk image files as virtual CD-ROM drives. (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=38780)
    (Thanks to AskVG (http://www.askvg.com/))

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on April 26, 2013, 10:41:01 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    Nice combined picture search service, see for instance this example: http://en.bestpicturesof.com/emping
    What is emping - it is a gorgious Indonesian snack see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emping

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2013, 10:54:08 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    Nice combined picture search service, see for instance this example: http://en.bestpicturesof.com/emping (http://en.bestpicturesof.com/emping)
    What is emping - it is a gorgious Indonesian snack see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emping (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emping)

    polonus
    I think this (http://en.bestpicturesof.com/bob3160) is a much nicer search. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on April 26, 2013, 11:07:33 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    Knew you'd come up with that one: http://www.tineye.com/query/11a828bf8ee75b22e6b979fbf85f6eb58a05bc87
    "One in a billion on avast! - bob3160" -> http://www.tineye.com/search/834a4fb420b973642c3dc7a555eb4fda2a315d88/?pluginver=chrome-1.1

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2013, 03:42:46 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1367156505873-62041.png)
    Calculatormatik (https://sites.google.com/site/cakirbey/calculatormatik) is a math tool that includes many calculators and converters.
    Calculate/Convert everything with Calculatormatik.

    Supported Operating Systems:
    - Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista/7/8
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 29, 2013, 03:26:02 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1367241928439-56080.png)

    Anvi Startup Booster (http://www.anvisoft.com/startup-booster.html) is a Windows application that can monitor and disable programs
    that automatically launch during Windows logon. It allows you to quickly toggle startup applications,
    services and network settings on the fly. Boasting an attractive design, the application calculates your
    system boot time and presents an intuitive UI to disable non-required startup items to cut down on the system boot time.
    (One click restore of any changes it makes is available)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 02, 2013, 03:45:03 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1367502226410-53573.png)
    WizTree (http://antibody-software.com/web/software/software/wiztree-finds-the-files-and-folders-using-the-most-disk-space-on-your-hard-drive/) finds the files and folders using the most disk space on your hard drive.
    (WizTree only works on local NTFS format drives)
    Direct download of the portable version, Click Here (http://antibody-software.com/files/wiztree_1_05_portable.zip)
    (Thanks to Bill Mullins for finding this one (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2013/05/02/tech-thoughts-daily-net-news-may-2-2013/).)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: RZPogi on May 02, 2013, 06:48:08 PM
    How is that different from Windirstat which also find files and folders that eat up the most space in local harddisks and even works on flash drives and external hd's.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 02, 2013, 06:54:12 PM
    How is that different from Windirstat which also find files and folders that eat up the most space in local harddisks and even works on flash drives and external hd's.
    You could compare them and let us know. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on May 03, 2013, 03:19:31 PM
    Open port check tool: http://www.yougetsignal.com/tools/open-ports/

    enjoy,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: RZPogi on May 03, 2013, 07:10:30 PM
    How is that different from Windirstat which also find files and folders that eat up the most space in local harddisks and even works on flash drives and external hd's.
    You could compare them and let us know. :)

    Wiztree is much faster than windirstat on local drives because wiztree scans the mft while windirstat scans the entire hard disk.
    Windirstat beats wiztree if you want to know the files and folders that eat up the most space other storage media since wiztree only works on local hd's.
    It would be great if wiztree also works for all files systems and all storage media eg flash drives, external hd's, etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 06, 2013, 07:00:51 PM

    (http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/ratool_disable_usb.png)

    (http://www.sordum.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/ratool_disable_Autorun.png)

                      Removable Access tool (http://www.sordum.org/8104/ratool-v1-0-removable-access-tool/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on May 07, 2013, 04:13:49 PM
    Very interesting info for Win8 users: http://www.winhelp.us/configure-windows-defender-in-windows-8.html

    Always handy to include your USB in Windows Defender´s scanning settings: Windows Defender can be found to go to your start screen, then give in Windows Defender. Click Windows Defender. Go to settings (fourth tab page).

    Add Zip-files and USB-storage media to your scans.
    Make a System Restore Points (will create a restore point before malware and malcode are being removed, when anything goes wrong)
    View your scan history and quarantaine. Then you have an overview of what virus and malware was detected  so you may find out on what occasion you were being infested.  Info credits go to Joris Jan Goos,  Microsoft´s. Product Marketing Manager Windows.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2013, 04:17:34 PM
    Very interesting info for Win8 users: http://www.winhelp.us/configure-windows-defender-in-windows-8.html (http://www.winhelp.us/configure-windows-defender-in-windows-8.html)

    Always handy to include your USB in Windows Defender´s scanning settings: Windows Defender can be found to go to your start screen, then give in Windows Defender. Click Windows Defender. Go to settings (fourth tab page).

    Add Zip-files and USB-storage media to your scans.
    Make a System Restore Points (will create a restore point before malware and malcode are being removed, when anything goes wrong)
    View your scan history and quarantaine. Then you have an overview of what virus and malware was detected  so you may find out on what occasion you were being infested.  Info credits go to Joris Jan Goos,  Microsoft´s. Product Marketing Manager Windows.

    polonus
    I use avast! not windows defender on my Windows 8 system. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on May 07, 2013, 04:25:26 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    I know that, bob3160. I use Windows Defender as an additional scan, just like McAfeeSecurity Plus and Bitdefender´s 60 second scanner. These are non-resident scanners and will do no harm next to my main residential av/solution...
    The only flag-detection  I ever had was from McAfee´s for visiting the Hidemyass proxy site. This because the fileviewer owner, Redleg, won´t allow me to scan particular suspicious  URLs, because the scanner thinks I am not the site/owner and I am not....allthough my intentions always have been good and benign...

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2013, 06:01:24 PM
    Sorry Damian but I'm just not "paranoid".  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2013, 05:20:46 PM
    5 Gig of of Online Storage from Copy (https://copy.com?r=KrivR7)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1368026393695-71042.png)  (https://copy.com/?r=KrivR7)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 13, 2013, 03:50:49 PM
      (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1368452909237-25662.png)
    50 Essential Windows 7 Tips, Tweaks, and Secrets (http://www.computershopper.com/feature/50-essential-windows-7-tips-tweaks-and-secrets)

    (Thanks to Bill Mullins (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 13, 2013, 11:41:37 PM
    No root access firewall for Android

    I found an Android firewall that does not require your device to be rooted. I'm using it and it works very well. It's called, appropriately enough, NoRoot Firewall and is available from Google Play.

    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.greyshirts.firewall&hl=en
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dwarden on May 15, 2013, 03:38:26 AM
    Windows 8.1 blue as free update to Windows 8 owners

    http://blogs.windows.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2013/05/14/windows-keeps-getting-better.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 15, 2013, 01:43:09 PM
    Windows 8.1 blue as free update to Windows 8 owners

    http://blogs.windows.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2013/05/14/windows-keeps-getting-better.aspx

    What an absolute load of marketing tosh with zero information. I'm sure is they tried to change for windows 8.1 all those early win8 adopters would be mightily displeased.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 15, 2013, 03:54:34 PM
    Java SE - Change in Version Numbering Scheme
    http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/overview/jdk-version-number-scheme-1918258.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 16, 2013, 01:19:16 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1368702809214-92545.png)
    Sys Toolbox Pro (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/sys-toolbox-pro-displays-essential-pc-information-in-one-window/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) (it's free) - Interesting program must be run as Administrator
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on May 16, 2013, 04:01:30 PM
    Windows 8.1 blue as free update to Windows 8 owners

    http://blogs.windows.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2013/05/14/windows-keeps-getting-better.aspx
    and
    Windows 8.1 blue as free update to Windows 8 owners

    http://blogs.windows.com/windows/b/bloggingwindows/archive/2013/05/14/windows-keeps-getting-better.aspx

    What an absolute load of marketing tosh with zero information. I'm sure is they tried to change for windows 8.1 all those early win8 adopters would be mightily displeased.
    A little more information at this link:  http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/microsoft-promises-windows-8-1-preview-june-26-1C9911752 (http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/microsoft-promises-windows-8-1-preview-june-26-1C9911752)

    Still no system specs available at this time.  Hyperlinks available within the article.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 17, 2013, 09:04:08 PM

    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/JPGasPDF-user-interface.png)
    Bundle Multiple JPEG Images As A PDF Album With JPGasPDF (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/bundle-multiple-jpeg-images-as-a-pdf-album-jpgaspdf/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) (careful that your JP doesn't Gas your PDF  ;D )
    (Thanks to addictivetips (http://www.addictivetips.com/) for this nice find.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 17, 2013, 09:19:49 PM

    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/JPGasPDF-user-interface.png)
    Bundle Multiple JPEG Images As A PDF Album With JPGasPDF (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/bundle-multiple-jpeg-images-as-a-pdf-album-jpgaspdf/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) (careful that your JP doesn't Gas your PDF  ;D )
    (Thanks to addictivetips (http://www.addictivetips.com/) for this nice find.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on May 18, 2013, 02:35:22 PM
    Food for thought Eugine Kaspersky and AV-Test http://eugene.kaspersky.com/2013/05/09/av-test-certification-devalued/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 18, 2013, 04:24:54 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1368887005054-18655.png)
    Nexus Image (http://www.xiles.net/nexusimage/) Small, quick, portable image viewer with lots of features.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 22, 2013, 01:02:45 AM

    The big news with Flickr (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2039285/yahoo-overhauls-flickr-with-one-free-terabyte-for-every-user.html)was quite literally about size—users of the photo-sharing service will now get
    one terabyte of storage for free. (And how many photos is that ??? ) :)
    Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/)’s website also got an overhaul, and there’s a new version of its Android app as well.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on May 22, 2013, 11:28:08 AM
    Microsoft Announces Their Next Console: Xbox One
    http://blog.donovanglover.com/2013/05/xbox-one/

    My thoughts regarding the new Xbox One and how it could be successful. What are your opinions regarding the subject? Do you think the PlayStation 4 will become the new standard?

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 22, 2013, 11:42:27 AM
    Your website brings up the following from Bit Defender's Traffic Light:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369215658703-99082.png)
    More results:
    https://www.virustotal.com/en/url/1e8fa45f369184c092748d2ce5fbded665ec5a7adadd5a1826abaff77f2e6f05/analysis/1369247126/ (https://www.virustotal.com/en/url/1e8fa45f369184c092748d2ce5fbded665ec5a7adadd5a1826abaff77f2e6f05/analysis/1369247126/)
    http://zulu.zscaler.com/submission/show/28922d98bcc14f17c5e6c486ca3e43bb-1369247391 (http://zulu.zscaler.com/submission/show/28922d98bcc14f17c5e6c486ca3e43bb-1369247391)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 22, 2013, 01:42:10 PM
    SecureCheck (http://www.tripwire.com/securecheq/)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369222372699-53747.png)
    Direct download link:

    http://www.tripwire.com/linkservid/E4B971EA-9BE1-97E2-6BF9E501EA772C56/showMeta/2/


    For the super security conscious person. (Judging by the score, I'm probably not one of them.)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369222730356-49274.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on May 23, 2013, 12:26:21 AM
    Well I was hosting some malicious samples on /t/crt.war.zip. I've removed it though. Like I said, the site itself isn't malicious.

    My question still remains. What are your thoughts regarding the new Xbox One?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 23, 2013, 12:28:58 AM
    KillEmAll (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/force-stop-all-inessential-malicious-windows-processes-killemall/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) - stop all the currently running processes and programs with a single click.
    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/KillEmAll.png)
    Another essential tool to add to your toolbox. Get it now before you actually need it.
    Quote
    KillEmAll displays a list of all visible processes on the left. You can select the required item and perform further actions from there. For instance, you can relaunch a process by selecting it from the list followed by clicking ‘Run’. Similarly, you can move a trusted process to the Whitelist so that it doesn’t get terminated the next time you run the app. Other available options let you open the file path of the selected process, Google its path or name, verify its signature, create IFEO, rename the item manually or with dummy text, or just remove it from the list.
    Lastly, KillEmAll also enables you to directly upload a process to Virus Total – an online virus scanning service that analyzes suspicious files through a series of scans using a wide array of popular antivirus engines.


    This one froze my system. Anyone else having that problem or, is it working for you ???

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 23, 2013, 08:03:00 AM
    KillEmAll (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/force-stop-all-inessential-malicious-windows-processes-killemall/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29) - stop all the currently running processes and programs with a single click.
    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/KillEmAll.png)
    Another essential tool to add to your toolbox. Get it now before you actually need it.
    Quote
    KillEmAll displays a list of all visible processes on the left by. You can select the required item and perform further actions from there. For instance, you can relaunch a process by selecting it from the list followed by clicking ‘Run’. Similarly, you can move a trusted process to the Whitelist so that it doesn’t get terminated the next time you run the app. Other available options let you open the file path of the selected process, Google its path or name, verify its signature, create IFEO, rename the item manually or with dummy text, or just remove it from the list.
    Lastly, KillEmAll also enables you to directly upload a process to Virus Total – an online virus scanning service that analyzes suspicious files through a series of scans using a wide array of popular antivirus engines.


    This one froze my system. Anyone else having that problem or, is it working for you ???
    Well if it freezes the system you could say it has stopped all running processes as advertised. :) (http://:))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on May 24, 2013, 03:53:41 PM
    Malwarebytes  Secure Backup

    http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/securebackup/?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=May%20Newsletter%202013%20A&utm_content=&spMailingID=6195781&spUserID=MTA1Nzk0NzU0MDcS1&spJobID=74209144&spReportId=NzQyMDkxNDQS1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 24, 2013, 07:30:21 PM
    Malwarebytes  Secure Backup

    http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/securebackup/?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=May%20Newsletter%202013%20A&utm_content=&spMailingID=6195781&spUserID=MTA1Nzk0NzU0MDcS1&spJobID=74209144&spReportId=NzQyMDkxNDQS1 (http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/securebackup/?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=May%20Newsletter%202013%20A&utm_content=&spMailingID=6195781&spUserID=MTA1Nzk0NzU0MDcS1&spJobID=74209144&spReportId=NzQyMDkxNDQS1)
    It isn't free and I don't see any added benefit using it just because it has the Malwarebytes name. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on May 24, 2013, 09:19:22 PM
    Secunia Advisory for Windows Kernel Exploit
    http://secunia.com/advisories/53435/ (http://secunia.com/advisories/53435/)  Exploit for local user.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on May 24, 2013, 09:22:55 PM
    Google Chrome update to version 27.0.1453.94 m.  Old version updated just two days ago.  27.0.1453.93 m. 

    Best to manually update to latest asap using your administrative account.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on May 25, 2013, 09:36:53 PM
    Just purchased a "3 PC, Lifetime License" for Outpost Professional Firewall for $39 Bucks US.
    I know many Evangs already have lifetime licenses for this proven, professional class FW
     Really an excellent deal/Value for the money. ;)
    http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/ (http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 25, 2013, 10:09:41 PM
    Just purchased a "3 PC, Lifetime License" for Outpost Professional Firewall for $39 Bucks US.
    I know many Evangs already have lifetime licenses for this proven, professional class FW
     Really an excellent deal/Value for the money. ;)
    http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/ (http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/)
    To each their own. I prefer the free version with windows 8.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on May 26, 2013, 01:10:15 AM
    Just purchased a "3 PC, Lifetime License" for Outpost Professional Firewall for $39 Bucks US.
    I know many Evangs already have lifetime licenses for this proven, professional class FW
     Really an excellent deal/Value for the money. ;)
    http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/ (http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/)
    I could never get this firewall to install as it always froze the computer at reboot.
    The free (2009) firewall is not even an option as it will be extremely vulnerable as its nearly 4 years old and never been updated.
    Why on earth this is still available for download is a complete mystery and should have been axed years ago.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on May 26, 2013, 01:42:14 AM
    Just purchased a "3 PC, Lifetime License" for Outpost Professional Firewall for $39 Bucks US.
    I know many Evangs already have lifetime licenses for this proven, professional class FW
     Really an excellent deal/Value for the money. ;)
    http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/ (http://www.agnitum.com/purchase/outpost/)
    I could never get this firewall to install as it always froze the computer at reboot.
    The free (2009) firewall is not even an option as it will be extremely vulnerable as its nearly 4 years old and never been updated.
    Why on earth this is still available for download is a complete mystery and should have been axed years ago.

    Disagree.
    That hasn't been my experience in the years I've used it with XP and now Win8. Has effectively stopped numerous threats and potential hacks as well as for me has been super easy to set up and passes all security tests thrown at it; especially 'anti-leak' and DNS vulnerability.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2013, 01:03:16 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369825306594-91936.png)
    http://www.jpegmini.com/main/shrink_photo (http://www.jpegmini.com/main/shrink_photo)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on May 30, 2013, 03:51:07 PM
    Google Overhauls Gmail to Take On E-Mail Overload

    http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/29/google-overhauls-gmail-to-take-on-email-overload/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2013, 07:26:26 PM
    Google Overhauls Gmail to Take On E-Mail Overload

    http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/29/google-overhauls-gmail-to-take-on-email-overload/ (http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/29/google-overhauls-gmail-to-take-on-email-overload/)
    For those interested, this is what it looks like:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369934698755-68070.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 30, 2013, 09:51:04 PM
    Mine looks as it has for ages, the classic layout.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on May 31, 2013, 07:32:57 AM
    Mine looks as it has for ages, the classic layout.

    +1 Me too
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 31, 2013, 11:32:17 AM
    Mine looks as it has for ages, the classic layout.
    It requires some setting changes to make it happen:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369992092179-9621.png)   
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369992364714-11461.png)
    Once Done, these are the results:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1369992549080-720.png)
    Unselect the boxes in the second picture and you'll return to the old interface. (At least for now.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 31, 2013, 11:44:48 AM
    Well it took some changes to the settings the last time Google did this (change the layout) to retain the classic inbox setup ;D

    So I'm glad it wasn't required this time as I really don't need lots of tabs/different inboxes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 31, 2013, 02:44:38 PM
    Google cuts grace period for vendors of vulnerable software
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Google-cuts-grace-period-for-vendors-of-vulnerable-software-1873878.html
    http://googleonlinesecurity.blogspot.co.at/2013/05/disclosure-timeline-for-vulnerabilities.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 31, 2013, 02:45:09 PM
    Apply Windows Updates to Many PC's from a USB Drive while Off Line (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/apply-windows-update-to-multiple-pcs-from-usb-drive-while-offline/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    Great when you want to update multiple computers but they don't all
    have internet access.
    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/History-Portable-Update.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 31, 2013, 06:11:40 PM
    Apply Windows Updates to Many PC's from a USB Drive while Off Line (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/apply-windows-update-to-multiple-pcs-from-usb-drive-while-offline/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    Great when you want to update multiple computers but they don't all
    have internet access.
    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/History-Portable-Update.png)
    It's fine as long as all the machines have the same Windows version. Useless otherwise.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 31, 2013, 08:16:01 PM
    Automatically create a desktop shortcut when you plug in a USB Drive (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/usb-extension-auto-creates-desktop-shortcuts-for-plugged-in-usb-drives/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)

    (http://cloud.addictivetips.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/USB-Extension-Desktop-Shortcuts.png)
    The shortcut disappears when the drive is removed.
    (Works as advertised)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 01, 2013, 03:01:28 PM
    Create an animated gif file from a single jpg file on line (http://www.viscomsoftonline.com/online-app/gif-effect/Online-GIF-Effect.html)


    See attached files for an example.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2013, 02:56:31 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370177614721-98895.png)
    NetToolset (http://inteliance.com/index.php?menu=3) all your favorite tools in one place.



    Ping
    Traceroute (detailed statistics per hop)
    DNS Lookup
    Reverse DNS
    IP Whois
    Domain Whois
    Port Scan
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on June 02, 2013, 10:24:40 PM
    NetToolset (http://inteliance.com/index.php?menu=3) all your favorite tools in one place.

    I'm not trying to go off-topic, but my personal exprience says that for the stuff like DNS Lookup, Reverse DNS, IP Whois, Domain Whois etc usually you get much better result with online web-based tools rarther than standalone program, only for Trace and Ping you need tools in your own end which all OSes (Win/Unix) comes with tools. A web based tools like http://mxtoolbox.com/NetworkTools.aspx offer you much more without having to install any additional software...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2013, 10:37:39 PM
    So now you have two solutions to diagnose a possible problem.
    You choose the one that suits you best or, take them both.
    The price for either is very affordable - $0.00
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 04, 2013, 09:15:47 AM
    Maintaining the security-worthiness of Java is Oracle’s priority
    https://blogs.oracle.com/security/entry/maintaining_the_security_worthiness_of
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 04, 2013, 09:24:49 AM
    I don't know where to post this because this very is interesting and it worth reading

    Meet Eugene Kaspersky: the man on a mission to wage war against - and kill - the computer virus
    http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/security-it/meet-eugene-kaspersky-the-man-on-a-mission-to-wage-war-against--and-kill--the-computer-virus-20130527-2n611.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 04, 2013, 07:32:58 PM
    (http://media.askvg.com/articles/images5/WBICreator.png)
    Create a bootable ISO image of Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8 (http://www.askvg.com/wbi-creator-free-portable-utility-to-create-bootable-iso-for-windows-xp-vista-and-7-setup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 08, 2013, 03:01:37 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370694995071-5080.png)
    Silver Key (http://www.kryptel.com/download/)
    - Industrial strength Encryption that's totally Free
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370694618019-73059.png)
    Download     > http://www.kryptel.com/download/ (http://www.kryptel.com/download/)
    Information  > http://www.kryptel.com/products/silverkey.php (http://www.kryptel.com/products/silverkey.php)


    Installed and tested on Windows 8 64 bit computer
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370696149634-81681.png)
    The second image is what the first image created.
    If you're interested, You can download the second image here (https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeS2JqM1N1QmxQek0/edit?usp=sharing).
    (The encryption for this sample is easy. Just think of which user you got it from. :) )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 09, 2013, 12:25:28 PM
    Increased rewards for Google’s Web Vulnerability Reward Program
    http://googleonlinesecurity.blogspot.com/2013/06/increased-rewards-for-googles-web.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 09, 2013, 07:24:35 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370694995071-5080.png)
    Silver Key (http://www.kryptel.com/download/)
    - Industrial strength Encryption that's totally Free
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370694618019-73059.png)
    Download     > http://www.kryptel.com/download/ (http://www.kryptel.com/download/)
    Information  > http://www.kryptel.com/products/silverkey.php (http://www.kryptel.com/products/silverkey.php)


    Installed and tested on Windows 8 64 bit computer
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1370696149634-81681.png)
    The second image is what the first image created.
    If you're interested, You can download the second image here (https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeS2JqM1N1QmxQek0/edit?usp=sharing).
    (The encryption for this sample is easy. Just think of which user you got it from. :) )
    It implies on their site that you can send the file to anyone and it will be self-extracting by entering the key. Well, it's not. I downloaded the file and can't open it with anything and don't get any option to enter a key. If the person receiving the file also needs to have Silver Key installed, it should say that but it doesn't.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 10, 2013, 12:02:43 AM
    If you create an exe file then it can be opened with just the password.
    For anything else, both need to have Silver Key installed.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2013, 04:15:21 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1371305693345-56164.png)
    Enhance your Privacy: The World’s Most Private Search Engines! (http://www.davescomputertips.com/2013/06/enhance-your-privacy-the-worlds-most-private-search-engines/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on June 15, 2013, 04:27:47 PM
    Anyone using this software: http://rufus.akeo.ie/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on June 15, 2013, 04:34:49 PM
    Yep, I use it for making bootable windows recovery consoles
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2013, 05:04:34 PM
    Anyone using this software: http://rufus.akeo.ie/ (http://rufus.akeo.ie/)

    polonus
    You're a little late or, you've forgotten ???
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg750965#msg750965 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=19387.msg750965#msg750965)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Johnny4745 on June 17, 2013, 12:21:10 AM
    This is old and very interesting.  It's the first time I have read it, and of course Microsoft would deny it.

    How NSA access was built into Windows

    Duncan Campbell 04.09.1999
    Careless mistake reveals subversion of Windows by NSA.

    A CARELESS mistake by Microsoft programmers has revealed that special access codes prepared by the US National Security Agency have been secretly built into Windows. The NSA access system is built into every version of the Windows operating system now in use, except early releases of Windows 95...
    http://www.heise.de/tp/artikel/5/5263/1.html


    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nsakey
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 17, 2013, 03:45:18 PM
    Help in Keeping your Google Account Safe (https://security.google.com/settings/security/activity)
    Using Recent activity to monitor your sign-in activity.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1371476538255-7457.png)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1371476614163-75383.png)
    If you don't recognize the sign in places, better change your password, etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on June 18, 2013, 07:17:17 AM
    +1  Good stuff there.

    Here is the link for yahoo webmail logon history check:  https://login.yahoo.com/config/login?.intl=us&.src=ymbr&.partner=&.pd=&.done=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.login.yahoo.com%2Flogin%2Fhistory%3F.scrumb%3D0 (https://login.yahoo.com/config/login?.intl=us&.src=ymbr&.partner=&.pd=&.done=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.login.yahoo.com%2Flogin%2Fhistory%3F.scrumb%3D0)

    Web page will look pretty much the same as a normal logon page; you use the same credentials to log in as you would to log onto your normal webmail account.  This link is literally buried in Yahoo! Help and is difficult to find, so bookmark this if this applies to you.

    Any activity here you do not recognize as you, change your password asap to regain control of your account.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iroc9555 on June 21, 2013, 01:43:47 AM
    Malwarebytes announced the acquisition of ZeroVulnerabilityLabs, Inc.

    "ZeroVulnerabilityLabs and ExploitShield are now part of the Malwarebytes family and will be known as Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit"

    http://www.zerovulnerabilitylabs.com/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2013, 01:45:59 AM
    Malwarebytes announced the acquisition of ZeroVulnerabilityLabs, Inc.

    "ZeroVulnerabilityLabs and ExploitShield are now part of the Malwarebytes family and will be known as Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit"

    http://www.zerovulnerabilitylabs.com/ (http://www.zerovulnerabilitylabs.com/)
    Another program ?  Why not include it with the Pro version or, will this be free after beta testing ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on June 21, 2013, 04:47:49 AM
    Malwarebytes announced the acquisition of ZeroVulnerabilityLabs, Inc.

    "ZeroVulnerabilityLabs and ExploitShield are now part of the Malwarebytes family and will be known as Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit"

    http://www.zerovulnerabilitylabs.com/

    You can follow the development here:http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?act=idx (http://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?act=idx)  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 21, 2013, 09:08:59 AM
    Mozilla checks in with Cookie Clearinghouse for better cookie handling
    http://www.h-online.com/security/news/item/Mozilla-checks-in-with-Cookie-Clearinghouse-for-better-cookie-handling-1894058.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 21, 2013, 05:49:09 PM
    PrivDog protects your privacy while browsing the web and more! Get safer, faster and more private web browsing today!

    http://www.privdog.com/

    PS. Has anybody heard of this so call PrivDog :o :o ??? ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on June 21, 2013, 05:52:00 PM
    Description here.
    https://forums.comodo.com/empty-t96011.0.html;topicseen
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pubert E on June 21, 2013, 07:56:35 PM
    Never hear of privdog.
    How secure is it please  ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 21, 2013, 10:29:01 PM
    Never hear of privdog.
    How secure is it please  ???
    This should answer your question:
    http://lmgtfy.com/?q=How+secure+is+PrivDog (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=How+secure+is+PrivDog)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on June 22, 2013, 05:50:30 AM
    Privdog seems to want to block all 3rd party communications except for any from their own Adtrustmedia servers. Jury still out on this one.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 22, 2013, 06:18:51 AM
    Privdog seems to want to block all 3rd party communications except for any from their own Adtrustmedia servers. Jury still out on this one.
    That's not true. What it does is block all ads except ones that are known to be safe. It doesn't blindly block all ads and therefore hurt the structure of the internet like most ad blockers do.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on June 22, 2013, 06:22:40 AM
    PrivDog only displays ads in your browser from AdTrustMedia, a web advertising network dedicated to placing only malware free ads from reputable advertisers.

    This is copied right from their website.

    So basically they can place adds from Adtrustmedia as long as they are malware free. However isn't the point of an adblocker is to block all adds? Let the user decide what to get thru?

    They are tooting their own horn here under the guise of an adblocker.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 22, 2013, 06:28:56 AM
    So it works like a whitelist database which is always hosted on the servers of the product. There's really nothing different there. Some of the tracking protection lists for IE have a full version that blocks all ads and another version that allows certain ones.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on June 22, 2013, 06:44:56 AM
    They whitelist their sponsors which isn't right. Adblock plus has an option to opt out of "non-intrusive advertising", by not choosing this it blocks everything. That is the correct method, a blocker is a blocker, either it blocks everything or it's useless. Let me ask you, do you want a blocker that blocks 100% OR 80%?  I know which one I would choose.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: thug4real on June 22, 2013, 09:25:41 AM
    I prefer avast ad block :D Don't quote me, but personally I hate ad(flash or .gif), if ad were simply .jpeg that are displayed in the left or the right side of website, then I have no problem with them.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 22, 2013, 09:30:39 AM
    I prefer avast ad block :D Don't quote me, but personally I hate ad

    We all bloody hate Ad ;), beside it doesn't matter what plug-in you choose Avast Ad Blocker or AdBlocker Plus you can only have one plug-in to run not both at the same time because it doesn't work ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on June 22, 2013, 09:41:39 AM
    They whitelist their sponsors which isn't right. Adblock plus has an option to opt out of "non-intrusive advertising", by not choosing this it blocks everything. That is the correct method, a blocker is a blocker, either it blocks everything or it's useless. Let me ask you, do you want a blocker that blocks 100% OR 80%?  I know which one I would choose.

    I would have to agree.
    I want an adblocker to block all ads.Not just some but all of them.

    If i wanted to allow "some" ads then this is worse than having no adblocker at all.
    Lets see just how long this "privdog" lasts.If its anything like privalert then it wont last long.

    Thanks.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: thug4real on June 22, 2013, 11:11:58 AM
    I prefer avast ad block :D Don't quote me, but personally I hate ad
    you can only have one plug-in to run not both at the same time because it doesn't work ;)
    Well agree with you(I know that), I personally prefer Avast adblock because I can use it on IE which is beautiful, so I chose to give up ABP(for FF) because I want FF and IE to have "same" plugin.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 22, 2013, 04:25:39 PM
    Need Parental Control ? Why not let Emma do it.
    Remotely Monitor & Manage Your Children’s PCs With Emma Parental Control (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/emma-parental-control-remotely-monitor-manage-childrens-pcs/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1371911056189-58994.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: thug4real on June 22, 2013, 04:43:39 PM
    Need Parental Control ? Why not let Emma do it.
    Remotely Monitor & Manage Your Children’s PCs With Emma Parental Control (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/emma-parental-control-remotely-monitor-manage-childrens-pcs/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+addictivetips%2Fwindows+%28AddictiveTips+%C2%BB+Windows%29)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1371911056189-58994.png)
    Wow nice, thank you for sharing this.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pubert E on June 22, 2013, 06:01:38 PM
    well thanks bob
    priv dog not for me
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 22, 2013, 08:32:45 PM
    They whitelist their sponsors which isn't right. Adblock plus has an option to opt out of "non-intrusive advertising", by not choosing this it blocks everything. That is the correct method, a blocker is a blocker, either it blocks everything or it's useless. Let me ask you, do you want a blocker that blocks 100% OR 80%?  I know which one I would choose.
    In this case I would go with the 80% to protect the financing of the web. Blocking all ads indiscriminately is NOT the way to go if we want to keep our favorite sites free to access.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on June 22, 2013, 08:53:29 PM
    An explanation by melih in this thread on Privdog.

    https://forums.comodo.com/general-discussion-off-topic-anything-and-everything/finally-adblock-plus-for-internet-explorer-t95922.15.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 22, 2013, 10:55:52 PM
    An explanation by melih in this thread on Privdog.

    https://forums.comodo.com/general-discussion-off-topic-anything-and-everything/finally-adblock-plus-for-internet-explorer-t95922.15.html (https://forums.comodo.com/general-discussion-off-topic-anything-and-everything/finally-adblock-plus-for-internet-explorer-t95922.15.html)
    Just what we need on the Avast Forum - Wise words from Melih.  >:( :( :'(
    Please post this in the Comodo forum and make him feel good.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on June 22, 2013, 11:08:12 PM
    I would trust the wisdom of that fellow to the ends of the earth........not
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on June 23, 2013, 12:06:24 AM
    An explanation by melih in this thread on Privdog.

    https://forums.comodo.com/general-discussion-off-topic-anything-and-everything/finally-adblock-plus-for-internet-explorer-t95922.15.html (https://forums.comodo.com/general-discussion-off-topic-anything-and-everything/finally-adblock-plus-for-internet-explorer-t95922.15.html)
    Just what we need on the Avast Forum - Wise words from Melih.  >:( :( :'(
    Please post this in the Comodo forum and make him feel good.

    Actually no they are not wise words.
    It seems he is trying to push his privately owned company(adtrustmedia.com) down the throats of every privdog user.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 23, 2013, 10:24:55 PM
    An explanation by melih in this thread on Privdog.

    https://forums.comodo.com/general-discussion-off-topic-anything-and-everything/finally-adblock-plus-for-internet-explorer-t95922.15.html
    It sounds great to me and it works great in the Dragon browser. IE version to come but you really don't need an ad blocker in IE if you install a tracking protection list. The one from PrivacyChoice works very well and also has a version that whitelists some ads which is the way to go.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2013, 07:10:44 PM
    There's more that one way to watch a YouTube video:
    This is the normal view:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1372093735846-76240.png)  (http://youtu.be/x_KryOkA7AM)




    This is what you get after you've installed Cleanr (http://clea.nr/install/)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1372092354014-64627.png)  (http://youtu.be/x_KryOkA7AM)
    You decide. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on June 25, 2013, 01:14:37 AM
    I prefer the first way where you can see the related videos.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 27, 2013, 07:18:45 PM
    The New Google Maps (http://maps.google.com/help/maps/helloworld/desktop/preview/)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1372353442977-82638.png) (http://youtu.be/RI0rnopASP4)
            http://youtu.be/RI0rnopASP4 (http://youtu.be/RI0rnopASP4)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on June 30, 2013, 01:23:45 PM
    HitmanPro.Alert BETA version only

    Information about HitmanPro.Alert:- http://www.surfright.nl/en/alert

    Wilders Security Forums for HitmanPro.Alert Support and Discussion Thread:- http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=324841
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 01, 2013, 09:55:32 PM
    Microsoft is retiring the TechNet Subscription service. (http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-to-shut-down-technet-subscription-service-7000017541/)
    (http://cdn-static.zdnet.com/i/r/story/70/00/017541/technet-logo-547x200.png?hash=BQH1A2LmL2&upscale=1)
    This is one service I will definitely miss.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 01, 2013, 11:49:07 PM
    Looks like it's another victim of piracy.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2013, 12:09:29 AM
    Looks like it's another victim of piracy.
    What ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2013, 04:53:25 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1372776654467-81431.png)

    WhoCrashed Free Home Edition 4.01 (http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/whocrashed_free_home_edition.html)
    WhoCrashed shows the drivers which have been crashing your computer with a single click.
    In most cases it can pinpoint the offending drivers which have been causing misery
    on your computer system in the past. It does post-mortem crash dump analysis and presents
    all gathered information in a comprehensible way.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 02, 2013, 04:55:50 PM
    Looks like it's another victim of piracy.
    What ???
    Technet of course. It made it too easy to pirate new software.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 03, 2013, 05:29:09 PM
    Officially Release from the New Blog - HitmanPro.Alert 2 alerts users when online banking and shopping is unsafe and tricks sandbox-aware malware to disable itself. This website site explain more details about HitmanPro.Alert
    http://www.surfright.nl/en/home/press/SurfRight-releases-HitmanPro-Alert-2

    Information about HitmanPro.Alert:- http://www.surfright.nl/en/alert

    Quote
    Hengelo, The Netherlands, July 3, 2013 – SurfRight, a developer of tools that give users more control over their pc security, today released version 2 of HitmanPro.Alert, a free utility that checks browser integrity and helps to prevent malware infections. HitmanPro.Alert informs users when it is not safe to enter sensitive information because data exchanged between their browser and their online bank, shopping site and webmail is being intercepted by malware in their browser. Despite antivirus software and the lock icon in the browser, malware like banking Trojans can still steal your information or change your transaction details before they are encrypted and sent to the bank. HitmanPro.Alert immediately detects these Man-in-the-Browser attacks and informs users when critical system functions are diverted to untrusted programs.

    Screenshots
    (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-welcome.png) (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-settings.png)
    (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-flyout.png) (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-intruder_alert.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 04, 2013, 04:07:46 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1372945730789-78328.png)
    Make sharing and finding items you share in your cloud drives easier (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/open-drive/biagdapeolcddppdgcocjkdjfhlodegf/related)


    It provides a simple tool that helps:
    1. To quickly share files you want to publish on the web;
    2. To quickly find out which of your files are publicly available on the web and unshare them if necessary.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1372946830393-65373.png)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: thug4real on July 04, 2013, 05:38:28 PM
    Officially Release from the New Blog - HitmanPro.Alert 2 alerts users when online banking and shopping is unsafe and tricks sandbox-aware malware to disable itself. This website site explain more details about HitmanPro.Alert
    http://www.surfright.nl/en/home/press/SurfRight-releases-HitmanPro-Alert-2

    Information about HitmanPro.Alert:- http://www.surfright.nl/en/alert

    Quote
    Hengelo, The Netherlands, July 3, 2013 – SurfRight, a developer of tools that give users more control over their pc security, today released version 2 of HitmanPro.Alert, a free utility that checks browser integrity and helps to prevent malware infections. HitmanPro.Alert informs users when it is not safe to enter sensitive information because data exchanged between their browser and their online bank, shopping site and webmail is being intercepted by malware in their browser. Despite antivirus software and the lock icon in the browser, malware like banking Trojans can still steal your information or change your transaction details before they are encrypted and sent to the bank. HitmanPro.Alert immediately detects these Man-in-the-Browser attacks and informs users when critical system functions are diverted to untrusted programs.

    Screenshots
    (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-welcome.png) (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-settings.png)
    (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-flyout.png) (http://www.surfright.nl/images/alert-intruder_alert.png)
    Thx for tip
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 04, 2013, 07:01:57 PM
    @RealNature,
    Did you really need to repeat that huge post just to say thank you ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 04, 2013, 07:13:26 PM
    Why quote the whole post, images included for a three word reply.

    If you are replying to the post there is no need to include the images in the quote, just quote the relevant text or the page gets very long very fast, e.g.

    Officially Release from the New Blog - HitmanPro.Alert 2 alerts users when online banking and shopping is unsafe and tricks sandbox-aware malware to disable itself. This website site explain more details about HitmanPro.Alert
    http://www.surfright.nl/en/home/press/SurfRight-releases-HitmanPro-Alert-2

    Information about HitmanPro.Alert:- http://www.surfright.nl/en/alert

    <snip external quote>
    <snip images>
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 09, 2013, 12:52:12 AM
    The next time you have a problem, Why not take a look at
    Windows Reliability Monitor (http://www.howtogeek.com/166911/reliability-monitor-is-the-best-windows-troubleshooting-tool-you-arent-using/)
    (http://cdn.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_51d2d248c1f9d.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dwarden on July 09, 2013, 03:32:58 AM
    ironically for me the realiability monitor ceased to show information, the database is still properly saved, it's just not showing anything anymore :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 09, 2013, 05:28:50 AM
    The next time you have a problem, Why not take a look at
    Windows Reliability Monitor (http://www.howtogeek.com/166911/reliability-monitor-is-the-best-windows-troubleshooting-tool-you-arent-using/)

    Thanks for sharing this Bob as I find this very interesting ;) ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 09, 2013, 12:24:33 PM
    The next time you have a problem, Why not take a look at
    Windows Reliability Monitor (http://www.howtogeek.com/166911/reliability-monitor-is-the-best-windows-troubleshooting-tool-you-arent-using/)

    Thanks for sharing this Bob as I find this very interesting ;) ;D
    It's a great little tool to see what's not working and find out why.
    If you go back in history, you should also find out what got installed to cause the problem.
    Doesn't fix everything but it's another tool when you're playing detective.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 09, 2013, 12:35:28 PM
    The next time you have a problem, Why not take a look at
    Windows Reliability Monitor (http://www.howtogeek.com/166911/reliability-monitor-is-the-best-windows-troubleshooting-tool-you-arent-using/)

    Thanks for sharing this Bob as I find this very interesting ;) ;D
    It's a great little tool to see what's not working and find out why.
    If you go back in history, you should also find out what got installed to cause the problem.
    Doesn't fix everything but it's another tool when you're playing detective.
    It's a very handy windows function that I've used many times before, even for reporting several avast problems from the past :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: George Yves on July 09, 2013, 01:08:16 PM
    The next time you have a problem, Why not take a look at
    Windows Reliability Monitor (http://www.howtogeek.com/166911/reliability-monitor-is-the-best-windows-troubleshooting-tool-you-arent-using/)
    (http://cdn.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_51d2d248c1f9d.png)
    I found it in my Vista but didn't see the graphs. Are they for Win7 and older only?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 09, 2013, 01:19:17 PM
    Not sure about Vista George but it's in Windows 7 and 8.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 17, 2013, 01:01:30 AM
    Oxygner KeyShield Is A Virtual Keyboard Immune To Keyloggers & Spyware (http://www.oxynger.com/index.html)
    (http://www.oxynger.com/Slides/slide_01.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 22, 2013, 01:48:14 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1374493028629-11328.png)
    A new Start Button from Google for Google (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/launcher)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2013, 02:48:59 PM

    (https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSzhd7CzEr2nGT3BNh0lDYIdNeYpuXpFriSFyOQUlfpiRAOzlxF7g)
    Automatically remove tracking tokens from URLs in Chrome, Firefox (http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-57594663-285/automatically-remove-tracking-tokens-from-urls-in-chrome-firefox/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 23, 2013, 05:27:18 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2013, 09:49:48 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    With NoScript, it's a manual operation the add-on I described does it automatically.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 23, 2013, 09:52:47 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    I see it as another way of weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2013, 10:13:12 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    I see it as another way of weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising.
    Agree with you which is why I don't use it. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 23, 2013, 11:23:47 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    With NoScript, it's a manual operation the add-on I described does it automatically.

    Check my image, this is a default setting created by the NoScript add-on, I didn't add it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 23, 2013, 11:25:57 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    I see it as another way of weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising.

    NoScript doesn't block adverts, it blocks scripts.

    Something like AdBlockPlus blocks ads, I guess you aren't too familiar with firefox (being an IE10 advocate) or the add-ons used by it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 24, 2013, 03:33:46 AM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    I see it as another way of weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising.

    NoScript doesn't block adverts, it blocks scripts.

    Something like AdBlockPlus blocks ads, I guess you aren't too familiar with firefox (being an IE10 advocate) or the add-ons used by it.
    I wasn't talking about  NoScript but rather the program that Bob posted. I'm well aware of the difference between AdBlock and NoScript even though I don't use either one.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 24, 2013, 12:43:03 PM
    The 2 Faces of Gmail's Compose function:

    Some like it small:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1374662431263-91130.png)
    Some like it big
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1374662235788-81880.png)
    The choice is yours
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 24, 2013, 01:28:10 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    I see it as another way of weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising.

    NoScript doesn't block adverts, it blocks scripts.

    Something like AdBlockPlus blocks ads, I guess you aren't too familiar with firefox (being an IE10 advocate) or the add-ons used by it.
    I wasn't talking about  NoScript but rather the program that Bob posted. I'm well aware of the difference between AdBlock and NoScript even though I don't use either one.

    If you weren't talking about NoScript, then why quote my post which was about NoScript ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 24, 2013, 04:06:40 PM
    If you use NoScript in firefox, there should already be a blocker for Urchin tracker. If you have NoScript you can check it has that string present, open the about:config page and type urchin in the Search and it should show this.

    If you have it no need to have another add-on just to do this task.
    I see it as another way of weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising.

    NoScript doesn't block adverts, it blocks scripts.

    Something like AdBlockPlus blocks ads, I guess you aren't too familiar with firefox (being an IE10 advocate) or the add-ons used by it.
    I wasn't talking about  NoScript but rather the program that Bob posted. I'm well aware of the difference between AdBlock and NoScript even though I don't use either one.

    If you weren't talking about NoScript, then why quote my post which was about NoScript ???
    Because it mentioned the other thing and whether it was needed or not.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 24, 2013, 04:41:47 PM
    If I listen right to Dch48 he would not favor the use of the following anti-tracking measures in IE, especially not the EasyList based on the popular EasyPrivacy subscription for Adblock Plus.-> http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/browser/TrackingProtectionLists/
    Yes, Dch48,  this could be brought to IE now and already loads of users have this installed.

    But as you consider it weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising,
    you'd rather would not block these ads.

    I am a browser user that does not feel the need to stand up or lobby for the rights of internet advertisers,
    that is not in my interest and I get nothing paid for it .

    So when I like to block ads and tracking in the browser I use,
    I feel I should have that privilege

    Or should that also be taken away from me like with Google blocking ad-blockers in their App-store
    when they saw they could come away with it, because they had a large enough monopoly.

    It always boils down to it that only advanced users that are apt enough to tweak their browsers can still circumvent this.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 24, 2013, 04:50:34 PM
    If I listen right to Dch48 he would not favor the use of the following anti-tracking measures in IE, especially not the EasyList based on the popular EasyPrivacy subscription for Adblock Plus.-> http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/browser/TrackingProtectionLists/
    Yes, Dch48,  this could be brought to IE now and already loads of users have this installed.

    But as you consider it weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising,
    you'd rather would not block these ads.

    I am a browser user that does not feel the need to stand up or lobby for the rights of internet advertisers,
    that is not in my interest and I get nothing paid for it .

    So when I like to block ads and tracking in the browser I use,
    I feel I should have that privilege

    Or should that also be taken away from me like with Google blocking ad-blockers in their App-store
    when they saw they could come away with it, because they had a large enough monopoly.

    It always boils down to it that only advanced users that are apt enough to tweak their browsers can still circumvent this.

    polonus

    OR you can used PrivDog ;) http://privdog.com/ and you don't need AdBlocker Plus+
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 24, 2013, 05:15:34 PM
    If I listen right to Dch48 he would not favor the use of the following anti-tracking measures in IE, especially not the EasyList based on the popular EasyPrivacy subscription for Adblock Plus.-> http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/browser/TrackingProtectionLists/
    Yes, Dch48,  this could be brought to IE now and already loads of users have this installed.

    But as you consider it weakening the overall structure of the internet by reducing the amount of revenue generated by legitimate advertising,
    you'd rather would not block these ads.

    I am a browser user that does not feel the need to stand up or lobby for the rights of internet advertisers,
    that is not in my interest and I get nothing paid for it .

    So when I like to block ads and tracking in the browser I use,
    I feel I should have that privilege

    Or should that also be taken away from me like with Google blocking ad-blockers in their App-store
    when they saw they could come away with it, because they had a large enough monopoly.

    It always boils down to it that only advanced users that are apt enough to tweak their browsers can still circumvent this.

    polonus

    OR you can used PrivDog ;) http://privdog.com/ and you don't need AdBlocker Plus+
    Exactly, the new solution, PrivDog is in my opinion, the best alternative. It blocks potentially unsafe ads and replaces some of them with safe ones. Not all are replaced though. This allows for revenue to still be generated for the sites. The Comodo Dragon browser now includes PrivDog and it can be installed for FF and Chrome. There isn't an IE version yet but I will be using it when there is.

    In answer to Polonus, I do use a tracking list in IE10. I use the one from privacychoice.org but sometimes feel guilty about it. They have two lists, one that blocks everything and one that allows certain known safe advertisers through. I use the second one. When I can use PrivDog instead, I will. In my opinion, if you block all ads, you are contributing to the eventual demise of the free web. I think that as users, we ARE obligated to support the structure in some way and the ability to completely circumvent doing so probably should be taken away. We all pay taxes to support our Governments and if we didn't, what would happen? The Governments would collapse and anarchy would ensue.

    I don't have a problem with what Google did at all. Personally, I don't mind seeing ads at all. Sometimes they show me new products I wasn't aware of and sometimes they're more interesting than the site itself. I only use the IE list because I know that some ads can harbor malicious content. PrivDog takes care of that and for that matter, Comodo's free product prevents anything like that from establishing itself in the first place. Sometimes I disable the tracking list in IE because I want to see ads and I'm not a privacy nut.

     Oh yeah, you can also exclude certain sites from PrivDog monitoring and see the ads meant to be seen. I plan on doing that for the mmo-champion.com site that displays gaming and gaming hardware related ads. You can also set it to block all ads but that defeats it's purpose in my opinion.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 24, 2013, 05:29:58 PM
    Hi Dch48,

    I do not feel bad at all about third party ad blocking and those blocks to prevent ad clicking fraud.
    SEO spam is also as big a threat to our beloved internet freedom,
    because the revenues go to cybercrime and co and what have they done towards free internet.
    Not a lot but keeping the snort IDS alerts signature geeks busy.

    When ads are being served up, I'd go for the ads from that site that I unblocked and that is the main site I view.

    ,And I agree with you there are items that should be blocked much urgently as malcoded  ads,
    obfuscated tracking scripts that only add to monopolistic profiling and fingerprinting.
    We know the few names that come up then.

    Hidden iframes, hidden webbeacons and webbugs, tracking cookies.
    All these issues have nothing to do with adserving
    but only add to the purpose of the urge by some parties
    to know all and everything about the browser user.
    There is where I like to draw the line.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on July 24, 2013, 05:54:59 PM
    Hi Dch48,

    I do not feel bad at all about third party ad blocking and those blocks to prevent ad clicking fraud.
    SEO spam is also as big a threat to our beloved internet freedom,
    because the revenues go to cybercrime and co and what have they done towards free internet.
    Not a lot but keeping the snort IDS alerts signature geeks busy.

    When ads are being served up, I'd go for the ads from that site that I unblocked and that is the main site I view.

    ,And I agree with you there are items that should be blocked much urgently as malcoded  ads,
    obfuscated tracking scripts that only add to monopolistic profiling and fingerprinting.
    We know the few names that come up then.

    Hidden iframes, hidden webbeacons and webbugs, tracking cookies.
    All these issues have nothing to do with adserving
    but only add to the purpose of the urge by some parties
    to know all and everything about the browser user.
    There is where I like to draw the line.

    polonus
    PrivDog is supposed to block ads that contain those kinds of things and serve up alternatives that are "sanitized". It is still a work in progress and not complete yet but it shows a lot of promise. My current tracking protection list blocks everything that is not approved by the Network Advertising Initiative so it works in somewhat the same way. They are trying to balance the privacy issues and the need for websites to generate revenue and I think it's the way to go rather than just blindly blocking everything like ABP does by default.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 24, 2013, 08:55:29 PM
    Hi Dch48,

    This time  I see we have ariived at a point where the two of us have total agreement, and that is what we are after in our mutual discussions. That is why I like these threads where you post,  because of the "lean back", well as I said earlier here, "well founded" nature of your arguments.  The ad-world should have bundled their forces a long time ago to come together and  throw the "bad apples" out than rather turn a blind eye or even  took a buck on the side from the SEO and clickfraud abuse theater. Now that adblocking is  becoming more and more effective in total capacity and all over the browser range and also came to "bite" them a bit seriously, all of a sudden they are up in arms about this (see the recent discussion on blocking third party cookies by fx developers). Yes, Dch48, a few too many malcode banners and non-closable adware ads in between. Cannot feel sorry actually, for they mainly have themselves to blame i.m.h.o.

    pol
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 24, 2013, 09:41:31 PM
    I am a browser user that does not feel the need to stand up or lobby for the rights of internet advertisers, that is not in my interest and I get nothing paid for it .

    So when I like to block ads and tracking in the browser I use, I feel I should have that privilege

    100% agree with you Damian.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 25, 2013, 12:02:16 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    According to a recent report. the 2013 Browser Security Comparative Analysis from NSS labs,
    the latest IE browser is not doing bad at all.

    Blue E comes first and best at protecting your privacy out of the box.

    Google Chrome does not have a very good privacy security score and hence comes last.
    This is due to Google´s history in circumventing all sort of privacy protection measures.

    For report results see: https://www.nsslabs.com/reports/2013-browser-security-comparative-analysis-privacy-0

    See attached image.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 25, 2013, 02:50:59 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1374756520458-28228.png)
    Junkware Removal Tool 5.2.2 (http://www.majorgeeks.com/files/details/junkware_removal_tool.html)

    Click here to see a Video I made of the program in action! (http://youtu.be/oN6XTWdRcUg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: iroc9555 on July 25, 2013, 10:53:25 PM
    Yes, JRT seems to work well on crapware. Corrine (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?action=profile;u=42981) uses it in the LandzDown Forum (http://www.landzdown.com/index.php) when cleaning malware. Just last week she got in touch with them (also AdwCleaner) to whitelist a Winpatrol folder that it was being detected by both.

    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=129489.msg965107#msg965107
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on July 29, 2013, 05:38:42 PM
    Australia to ban region-locking to combat software rip-off
    http://www.pcpro.co.uk/news/enterprise/383323/australia-to-ban-region-locking-to-combat-software-rip-off
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on July 30, 2013, 10:45:22 PM
    Lenovo probes alleged NSA, GCHQ and MI5 PC ban:  http://www.itpro.co.uk/desktop-hardware/20301/lenovo-probes-alleged-nsa-gchq-and-mi5-pc-ban (http://www.itpro.co.uk/desktop-hardware/20301/lenovo-probes-alleged-nsa-gchq-and-mi5-pc-ban)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 31, 2013, 12:29:45 AM
    Hi forum friends and web developers here,

    Might be something for our forum friend, Dch48, as he is on IE.

    Just stumbled upon this as I was reading about browser sniffing and detection as bad practice, like for instance the use in  javascript of
    Quote
    /*@cc_on!@*/  false
    to detect IE. This is a browser check using a IE feature called something along the lines of conditional comments. Basically, in IE /*@cc_on!@*/ will "evaluate" to ! thereby making var stIsIE = !false; which is true, of course. All other browsers will ignore the comment and set var stIsIE = false;. (info webdeveloper MrMoo)
    Then all browser developers in that thread agreed that capability testing would be a much better idea for developers, so I landed here at: IE tester -via the following link > http://www.my-debugbar.com/wiki/IETester/HomePage  (free software download tested here File size:38.93 MB File MD5:171975b4186faef2f512cb20ad594b0a
    https://www.virustotal.com/nl/url/e9ef3c02b2a11a81363886848c13fc0210527978bc479f1e30d9398074dc1c94/analysis/)
    Also for Win8 desktop... enjoy, IE users and webdevelopers for IE..

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 31, 2013, 03:37:04 PM
    Mozilla Continues to Build the Web as a Platform for Security
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2013/07/30/mozilla-continues-to-build-the-web-as-a-platform-for-security/
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2013/07/30/introducing-minion/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on August 02, 2013, 08:13:06 AM
    HitmanPro proves infections with in-cloud malware intelligence from Kaspersky Lab
    http://www.surfright.nl/en/home/press/surfright-adds-kaspersky
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2013, 12:16:48 PM
    HitmanPro proves infections with in-cloud malware intelligence from Kaspersky Lab
    http://www.surfright.nl/en/home/press/surfright-adds-kaspersky (http://www.surfright.nl/en/home/press/surfright-adds-kaspersky)
    More expensive that a license for avast! Sorry, I uses avast! free for a reason.
    Can't justify purchasing an add-on from someone else when I'm not willing to first
    purchase avast! Premier.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on August 03, 2013, 10:22:05 PM
    you may already know......those of you that remeber it

    AltaVista Now as Dead as Dial-Up
    http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2013/07/altavista-now-as-dead-as-dial-up/
    http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/07/11/altavista-is-dead-heres-why-its-so-hard-to-compete-with-google/

    if you try   www.altavista.com    you end up at yahoo   ;)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 03, 2013, 10:29:54 PM
    you may already know......those of you that remeber it

    AltaVista Now as Dead as Dial-Up
    http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2013/07/altavista-now-as-dead-as-dial-up/ (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2013/07/altavista-now-as-dead-as-dial-up/)
    http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/07/11/altavista-is-dead-heres-why-its-so-hard-to-compete-with-google/ (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/07/11/altavista-is-dead-heres-why-its-so-hard-to-compete-with-google/)

    if you try   www.altavista.com (http://www.altavista.com)    you end up at yahoo   ;)
    Dial-up isn't dead. Those still stuck with it may sometimes wish it was.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on August 04, 2013, 01:29:35 AM
    USB stick for smart phone

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWE300A_yPY

    http://www.noosyapple.com/cp/html/?69.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 04, 2013, 03:13:24 AM
    USB stick for smart phone

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWE300A_yPY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWE300A_yPY)

    http://www.noosyapple.com/cp/html/?69.html (http://www.noosyapple.com/cp/html/?69.html)
    Using the proper adapter on a USB disk will accomplish the same thing. :)
    (It will also save you some money. )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 04, 2013, 10:04:12 AM
    you may already know......those of you that remeber it

    AltaVista Now as Dead as Dial-Up
    http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2013/07/altavista-now-as-dead-as-dial-up/ (http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2013/07/altavista-now-as-dead-as-dial-up/)
    http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/07/11/altavista-is-dead-heres-why-its-so-hard-to-compete-with-google/ (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/07/11/altavista-is-dead-heres-why-its-so-hard-to-compete-with-google/)

    if you try   www.altavista.com (http://www.altavista.com)    you end up at yahoo   ;)
    Dial-up isn't dead. Those still stuck with it may sometimes wish it was.
    I started with a Campbell's tomato soup can, a button, and some high speed twine from Radio Shack. When I got dial-up, it was like Heaven.  ;)   Seriously though, dial-up is still the only option in some areas.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 07, 2013, 08:34:08 PM
    Interesting article about browser and password security. Personally I never let the browser store passwords but if you do, you might be surprised which browser is the most secure.

    http://www.zdnet.com/do-you-save-passwords-in-chrome-maybe-you-should-reconsider-7000019074/?s_cid=rSINGLE&ttag=rSINGLE
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 08, 2013, 07:30:09 AM
    Interesting article about browser and password security. Personally I never let the browser store passwords but if you do, you might be surprised which browser is the most secure.

    More here: http://forum.avast.com/index.php?msg=970133
    Title: Bring Back the F8 Way to Boot into Safe Mode in Windows 8
    Post by: Lisandro on August 09, 2013, 03:58:37 PM
    Bring Back the F8 Way to Boot into Safe Mode in Windows 8

    If you try to use the old keyboard method of pressing F8 to boot into safe mode in Windows 8, you will find that it doesn’t work. The procedure is straightforward and is done by opening the command prompt with elevated privileges and then entering a single command.

        Use the keyboard shortcut Winkey+X to open the Quick Access menu (shown in this previous tip)
        In the Quick Access menu, select “Command Prompt (Admin)”
        Say “Yes” to the UAC challenge
        A command window will open
        Enter this command:  bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy legacy
        Note that there are curly brackets around the parameter “default”, not the usual parentheses.

    A message will appear “The operation completed successfully”. Now the method using the F8 key is supposed to work again.The figure below illustrates the command and the completion message.  To undo the change, enter the command:
        bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy standard

    As is true for other versions of Windows, getting into Safe Mode with the F8 key can be tricky. You have to hit the key at just the right time. Try tapping the F8 key as soon as you see the blue Windows flag appear on the screen. Some recommend holding the key down.

    Source: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/two-new-ways-boot-safe-mode-windows-8.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 09, 2013, 04:01:47 PM
    If you press F8 during the boot of Windows 8, it opens up  the advanced options from which you can select to boot into Safe Mode. I don't see the need to change anything.

    Clarification: This only works if you see the Win 8 boot menu when you start up. If you have used something like EasyBCD and chose to skip the menu, pressing F8 does not work. I have my Win 8 set to skip the boot menu and the password entry and boot straight to my Start screen.

     I don't know if anyone has posted the way to make Win 8 skip the password entry or not but it's pretty simple. Just run netplwiz from the Run box, uncheck that users must give a password and then you will have to enter the password for your account so that Windows will automatically enter it at boot time and you won't have to type it in. This is great if you're like me and you're the only one who ever uses the machine.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 09, 2013, 04:37:40 PM
    When F8 doesn't work and you are able to plan your move in advance,
    The following always works:
    http://youtu.be/xb5n6kTqQ1A (http://youtu.be/xb5n6kTqQ1A)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 09, 2013, 05:16:22 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1376061029592-76554.png)1


    1. http://www.solarwinds.com/register/registrationb.aspx?program=852&c=70150000000DrSQ&CMP=SYN-EML-SPWKS-130809_3FBWT_SPWKS-NA-DL (http://www.solarwinds.com/register/registrationb.aspx?program=852&c=70150000000DrSQ&CMP=SYN-EML-SPWKS-130809_3FBWT_SPWKS-NA-DL)
    2. http://www.solarwinds.com/register/registrationb.aspx?program=1643&c=70150000000PDzJ&CMP=SYN-EML-SPWKS-130809_3FBWT_SPWKS-RTBM-DL (http://www.solarwinds.com/register/registrationb.aspx?program=1643&c=70150000000PDzJ&CMP=SYN-EML-SPWKS-130809_3FBWT_SPWKS-RTBM-DL)
    3. http://www.solarwinds.com/register/registrationb.aspx?program=1421&c=70150000000Mq6X&CMP=SYN-EML-SPWKS-130809_3FBWT_SPWKS-RTAFA-DL (http://www.solarwinds.com/register/registrationb.aspx?program=1421&c=70150000000Mq6X&CMP=SYN-EML-SPWKS-130809_3FBWT_SPWKS-RTAFA-DL)


    Please note, I have not tried these programs - I also don't know if there are other things included with these programs - like Toolbars.
    Please let me know if that's the case so I will know how sincere these offers are. Thanks


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on August 10, 2013, 11:04:52 PM
    I wish avast! Firewall has an option/mode that allows thetering without these hogs...
    We're asking this features for ages...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on August 11, 2013, 05:59:53 AM
    I wish avast! Firewall has an option/mode that allows thetering without these hogs...
    We're asking this features for ages...

    +1 That is why I have Outpost Pro FW along side with Avast ;) 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: thug4real on August 11, 2013, 10:34:45 AM
    I wish avast! Firewall has an option/mode that allows thetering without these hogs...
    We're asking this features for ages...

    +1 That is why I have Outpost Pro FW along side with Avast ;) 8)
    I'm curious to know how PrivateFirewall is behaving with thetering. Does anyone know? Thank you.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 11, 2013, 01:03:12 PM
    I wish avast! Firewall has an option/mode that allows thetering without these hogs...
    We're asking this features for ages...

    +1 That is why I have Outpost Pro FW along side with Avast ;) 8)
    I'm curious to know how PrivateFirewall is behaving with thetering. Does anyone know? Thank you.
    Please put this in it's own thread. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 13, 2013, 05:36:01 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1376408007625-60636.png)
    Shadow Explorer - Recover files from saved System Restore Points
    http://www.snapfiles.com/downloads/shadowexplorer/dlshadowexplorer.html (http://www.snapfiles.com/downloads/shadowexplorer/dlshadowexplorer.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on August 13, 2013, 06:36:05 PM
    Hi my good avast! webforum friends,

    See: http://www.avast.com/en-us/education  avst! free for EDU now on 72.000 computers in NY, ( http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm )
    Good avast! initiative, we probably will have the opportunity to welcome a lot of very young avast support web forum users soon,
    Welcome New York kids on avast! free.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 13, 2013, 08:54:04 PM
    Hi my good avast! webforum friends,

    See: http://www.avast.com/en-us/education (http://www.avast.com/en-us/education)  avst! free for EDU now on 72.000 computers in NY, ( http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm (http://schools.nyc.gov/default.htm) )
    Good avast! initiative, we probably will have the opportunity to welcome a lot of very young avast support web forum users soon,
    Welcome New York kids on avast! free.

    polonus
    @Damien,
    This program makes the Endpoint Protection available to Schools, Libraries and Colleges.
    It's not a case of installing the free version of avast! on each child's computer. :)


    I stress this great initiative from Avast at the very beginning of my presentation.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1376420018648-36330.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on August 13, 2013, 08:58:55 PM
    I understand bob3160,

    But isn't it a great way to make the young aware of avast when schools are networking avast

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 13, 2013, 09:10:29 PM
    I understand bob3160,

    But isn't it a great way to make the young aware of avast when schools are networking avast

    polonus
    I'm sure that's the ultimate hope of Avast. If Avast can keep the entire school system's computers safe,
    It stands to reason that a simple personal computer would be a breeze to protect.
    Hopefully the information about what's protecting the Schools and Libraries computers is passed along to those that
    use these computers.  :) [size=78%] [/size]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 14, 2013, 04:53:30 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1376491791887-64386.png) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4Kl3C7WglE)
    Click the Image to view the video
    To learn more about the service and the Browser extension, go to:
    http://urluncoverpro.com/ (http://urluncoverpro.com/)



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on August 14, 2013, 11:35:51 PM
    btw, just hovering your mouse over the shortened url link does the same thing.  All one has to do is look down to the lower left-hand corner and read the highlight box down there to see what it says.  Full url address is always displayed.

    Built-in feature of all versions of Windows/browsers (and other os's) as far as I know.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 15, 2013, 12:13:25 AM
    btw, just hovering your mouse over the shortened url link does the same thing.  All one has to do is look down to the lower left-hand corner and read the highlight box down there to see what it says.  Full url address is always displayed.

    Built-in feature of all versions of Windows/browsers (and other os's) as far as I know.
    Let me correct your assumption.
    Hovering your mouse over a "descriptive (http://goo.gl/VLXde)" link will reveal the actual web address associated with that descriptive link (http://goo.gl/VLXde). (As you can see, it's still only the shortened lik)
    Hovering your mouse over a shortened link simply repeats that shortened link.
    Hope that clarifies things and emphasizes the benefit of this little useful service. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on August 15, 2013, 07:15:09 AM
    Shortened urls and descriptive links are not the same thing.  For example, here in the virus forum, the master himself used such a shortened url and renamed it as "McShield"  http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=132207.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=132207.0)  See reply # three.  He uses such all the time.

    However, when I run into a similar descriptive link as the examples such as you've kindly provided above, I just don't click them.  Posting the entire link as I've always done is, I think, the best course of action for most users surfing the 'net.  That way, they can see where they are going, and directly, too.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 15, 2013, 12:31:42 PM
    Shortened urls and descriptive links are not the same thing.  For example, here in the virus forum, the master himself used such a shortened url and renamed it as "McShield"  http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=132207.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=132207.0)  See reply # three.  He uses such all the time.

    However, when I run into a similar descriptive link as the examples such as you've kindly provided above, I just don't click them.  Posting the entire link as I've always done is, I think, the best course of action for most users surfing the 'net.  That way, they can see where they are going, and directly, too.
    The point is that shortened links are used all the time and the tool affords you the opportunity to verify their authenticity.
    Hovering your mouse over those shortened links doesn't help since it only repeats the shortened link.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kevjudge on August 17, 2013, 05:14:05 PM
    I started used privdog a few weeks ago and am impressed.
    It doesn't interfere with anything, my performance seems better if anything.

    It says it is blocking a lot of things that I would like blocked, but I would like to see more detail.
    What is it actually doing behind the scenes.

    Does anyone know if they are planning new features?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Samhill on August 17, 2013, 05:31:02 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1376491791887-64386.png) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4Kl3C7WglE)
    Click the Image to view the video
    To learn more about the service and the Browser extension, go to:
    http://urluncoverpro.com/ (http://urluncoverpro.com/)
    I use long URL for the same thing. They support way more services too.
    http://longurl.org/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on August 18, 2013, 12:18:19 AM
    I started used privdog a few weeks ago and am impressed.
    It doesn't interfere with anything, my performance seems better if anything.

    It says it is blocking a lot of things that I would like blocked, but I would like to see more detail.
    What is it actually doing behind the scenes.

    Does anyone know if they are planning new features?
    It's new so is very much in the evolutionary process. I'm sure it will continue to have features added or improved.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 22, 2013, 03:09:36 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1377176915209-85317.png)
    Redesigned 5 Gig of Free Storage
    http://www.idrive.com/?uid=T7N9W1L4R4 (http://www.idrive.com/?uid=T7N9W1L4R4)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2013, 02:57:00 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1377866952490-91305.png)
    So, the RTM release of Windows 8.1 has been leaked (http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9242002/Windows_8.1_RTM_leaks_to_Internet) and with some diligent searches, can be obtained
    (Illegally) from the net.
    Microsoft in their infinite wisdom, has withheld this release from the developers and other
    trusted users until it's official release on October 17, 2013.
    Hopefully when RTM 2 comes out, Microsoft will have realized their mistake. :)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 04, 2013, 07:14:39 PM
    Have you ever booted your system and been greeted by nothing more than a series of Beeps ??
    The following might help you figure out what those Beeps mean and hopefully fix the problem.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1378314671569-40980.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on September 20, 2013, 12:46:02 AM
    Found this http://techbeat.com/2013/09/google-working-cookie-alternative/
    Please don't tell me it's old news! It's dated 9/19/2013.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 20, 2013, 09:29:07 PM
    CloudUp (https://cloudup.com/blog/4-ways-to-use-cloudup) - a new way to share almost everything.
    Right now by invitation only. It's using HTML5 rather than flash for the video share.
    Here's what the Dashboard looks like:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1379705204184-21000.png)
    Sharing can be private, selective or by direct link like the following:
    https://i.cloudup.com/RBS0UqvbWF.mp4 (https://i.cloudup.com/RBS0UqvbWF.mp4)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 20, 2013, 09:41:33 PM
    Little typo in your URL link name at the top of your post, presumably it should be CloudUp.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 20, 2013, 09:44:59 PM
    Little typo in your URL link name at the top of your post, presumably it should be CloudUp.
    Thanks David.
    It also does an excellent job if you want to share pictures:
    https://cloudup.com/cmNIMlPIFIv (https://cloudup.com/cmNIMlPIFIv)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 20, 2013, 09:56:20 PM
    No problem, I don't share many images (not like you), so for me dropbox is enough fr my needs.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: thug4real on September 20, 2013, 10:12:04 PM
    Have you ever booted your system and been greeted by nothing more than a series of Beeps ??
    The following might help you figure out what those Beeps mean and hopefully fix the problem.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1378314671569-40980.png)
    Useful, thank you Bob
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 24, 2013, 03:06:51 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1380027783870-44708.png)
         Coming Soon to an avast! User near you! (https://blog.avast.com/2013/09/24/jumpshot-joins-avast/)
                           (Fix your PC with one Simple Tool (http://www.jumpshot.com/?utm_source=avast.com&utm_medium=blogCampaign))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on September 24, 2013, 03:28:13 PM
    I had a look at that a while back, my initial thought was OK more of the usual snake oil.  However looking at it, it actually uses tried and tested windows tweaks that normally require a dive into the registry.. Not for the fainthearted.   

    The initial parts are a type of TFC along with AdwCleaner operations so all temp folders will get emptied including Java and Flash and the pain in the rear toolbars will get wiped
    The other elements I am not sure about as it is a pricey bit of kit
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 27, 2013, 10:52:48 AM
    Happy 15 Birthday Google!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1380271897359-62344.png) (http://youtu.be/mX5Cu2nUB20)
            http://youtu.be/mX5Cu2nUB20 (http://youtu.be/mX5Cu2nUB20)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 28, 2013, 09:48:08 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1380397403362-89888.png)
    PostImage (http://postimage.org/app.php) Screen Capture
    An ease  to use tool and,
    this can be run without installation or,
    installed on your system.
    Clean no extras.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 28, 2013, 10:25:20 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1380399839657-4776.png)
    Magic Lantern: The FBI’s version of XKeyscore (http://www.davescomputertips.com/magic-lantern-the-fbis-version-of-xkeyscore/)
    This Snooping Tool comes to us compliments of the FBI
    Is this being detected by avast! ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 29, 2013, 01:12:32 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1380409690953-39392.png)
    My first encounter with DeepScan since installing avast! 2014 RC1
    The analysis took about 2 seconds and the program was found to be safe.
    (I new that. :) )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on September 29, 2013, 10:29:15 AM
    I already saw hardened mode in action. Im running it on aggressive on this Notebook.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on October 02, 2013, 08:25:32 AM
    Microsoft to Let Windows 7 Die Quicker than Windows XP :o :o :o :o :o :o :o
    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-to-Let-Windows-7-Die-Quicker-than-Windows-XP-386924.shtml

    MS is bloody nuts :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 02, 2013, 04:00:29 PM
    Microsoft to Let Windows 7 Die Quicker than Windows XP :o :o :o :o :o :o :o
    http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-to-Let-Windows-7-Die-Quicker-than-Windows-XP-386924.shtml

    MS is bloody nuts :o

    Whilst that may appear nuts, but some are certainly proof that their judgement is impaired.

    Quote from: Softpedia article
    Mainstream support for Windows 7 will end on January 13, 2015, while extended support, which only includes bug fixes and a number of critical security patches, will end on January 14, 2020.

    But that doesn't appear too horrendous, those that have win7 Pro may well get extended support as they are generally considered business users and business tends to get a longer life cycle in the support side.

    We will have to see how things pan out in the intervening years.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on October 02, 2013, 06:10:27 PM
    So much for loyalty from microsoft.I personally consider windows 7 the best version of windows to date and it would be criminal of microsoft to stop support.

    Indeed i wonder how long it will be before windows 8 users are pushed overboard.?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 02, 2013, 10:31:35 PM
    Indeed i wonder how long it will be before windows 8 users are pushed overboard.?
    Some would say they already have been  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 03, 2013, 12:30:45 AM
    Indeed i wonder how long it will be before windows 8 users are pushed overboard.?
    Some would say they already have been  ;)
    You're speaking for yourself.... :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on October 03, 2013, 01:49:23 AM
    Indeed i wonder how long it will be before windows 8 users are pushed overboard.?

    Here a link to keep you in the loop 'Windows lifecycle fact sheet' http://windows.microsoft.com/en-au/windows/products/lifecycle
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on October 03, 2013, 02:09:19 AM
    Thank you speedy for your very informative link.A few years left for windows 7 which is good news.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 03, 2013, 06:02:49 AM
    Indeed i wonder how long it will be before windows 8 users are pushed overboard.?
    Some would say they already have been  ;)
    You're speaking for yourself.... :)
    Not really, I switched my older laptop from XP to Win 8 Pro and using Classic Shell with the Windows 7 skin, I like it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 12, 2013, 02:18:18 PM
    Introducing MBAM Mobile

    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?s=3e891159a56cacf21592dcd191fbacdd&showtopic=134592

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 12, 2013, 03:18:38 PM
    Introducing MBAM Mobile

    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?s=3e891159a56cacf21592dcd191fbacdd&showtopic=134592 (https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?s=3e891159a56cacf21592dcd191fbacdd&showtopic=134592)
    Good news. Bad news is that I only have one smart phone and can't afford to be without it.
    So, no beta for me on my smartphone.  :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 12, 2013, 07:05:17 PM
    Introducing MBAM Mobile

    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?s=3e891159a56cacf21592dcd191fbacdd&showtopic=134592
    They don't say if it's a real time scanner or on demand like the free MBAM. It's certainly intriguing though but I'll wait a bit since they also don't mention how it works with a Nexus 7 (my only Android device) and Android 4.3. My cell phone has no OS other than it's rudimentary built in one and doesn't even have internet access or receive or send text messages.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on October 21, 2013, 05:20:41 AM
    Microsoft pulls Windows RT 8.1 update from website and store
    http://www.news.com.au/technology/microsoft-pulls-windows-rt-81-update-from-website-and-store/story-fnjwvnxq-1226743645818
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 21, 2013, 12:33:25 PM
    Microsoft pulls Windows RT 8.1 update from website and store
    http://www.news.com.au/technology/microsoft-pulls-windows-rt-81-update-from-website-and-store/story-fnjwvnxq-1226743645818 (http://www.news.com.au/technology/microsoft-pulls-windows-rt-81-update-from-website-and-store/story-fnjwvnxq-1226743645818)
    The RT version is used by a relatively small percentage of Windows 8 users.
    The average Windows 8 update to version 8.1 is not effected.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 21, 2013, 08:34:41 PM
    Microsoft pulls Windows RT 8.1 update from website and store
    http://www.news.com.au/technology/microsoft-pulls-windows-rt-81-update-from-website-and-store/story-fnjwvnxq-1226743645818 (http://www.news.com.au/technology/microsoft-pulls-windows-rt-81-update-from-website-and-store/story-fnjwvnxq-1226743645818)
    The RT version is used by a relatively small percentage of Windows 8 users.
    The average Windows 8 update to version 8.1 is not effected.
    It hasn't been pulled but it is not without problems of it's own. The regular 8 to 8.1 update is destroying registry entries of some programs and preventing them from working.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on October 22, 2013, 07:28:10 AM
    'In denial' XP users left vulnerable as Microsoft logs off'
    http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2013, 01:31:39 PM
    'In denial' XP users left vulnerable as Microsoft logs off'
    http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html (http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html)
    Sorry but we've all know about the end of support for XP for a long time.
    Microsoft isn't abandoning it's users. It's time to buy a new car.... Nothing lasts forever. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on October 22, 2013, 01:40:03 PM
    This may explain some of the issues on here concerning avast 9.
    Windows xp seems to be the common denominator.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2013, 02:12:04 PM
    This may explain some of the issues on here concerning avast 9.
    Windows xp seems to be the common denominator.
    Not really since there are many XP users who haven't had any problems updating to avast! 2014.
    I've updated many at our senior center without incident. :) (I guess you may also call Windows XP a senior... :) )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 22, 2013, 03:35:10 PM
    This may explain some of the issues on here concerning avast 9.
    Windows xp seems to be the common denominator.
    Not really since there are many XP users who haven't had any problems updating to avast! 2014.
    I've updated many at our senior center without incident. :) (I guess you may also call Windows XP a senior... :) )

    This may well be related to those who have not just XP but have MS Office installed on XP, this has Alternative User Input enabled, which has/requires ctfmon.exe running. For those who have tried disabling this disabling/uninstall Alternative User Input and turn off 'advanced text services.' removing ctfmon.exe entries in registry, etc. may have resolved the problem. Though it will take time to ensure any consistency in shutdown without being slow or stalled.

    These measures (manually editing the registry and or disabling services) to resolve this problem really shouldn't have to be done at user level.  Not to mention some can't do this as they may require the Alternative User Input and 'advanced text services.'

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 22, 2013, 10:03:27 PM
    'In denial' XP users left vulnerable as Microsoft logs off'
    http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html (http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html)
    Sorry but we've all know about the end of support for XP for a long time.
    Microsoft isn't abandoning it's users. It's time to buy a new car.... Nothing lasts forever. :)
    You have a point but many people keep, maintain, or restore old cars simply because they like them.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2013, 10:54:28 PM
    'In denial' XP users left vulnerable as Microsoft logs off'
    http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html (http://www.theage.com.au/it-pro/business-it/in-denial-xp-users-left-vulnerable-as-microsoft-logs-off-20131021-hv26h.html)
    Sorry but we've all know about the end of support for XP for a long time.
    Microsoft isn't abandoning it's users. It's time to buy a new car.... Nothing lasts forever. :)
    You have a point but many people keep, maintain, or restore old cars simply because they like them.
    They also eventually have to make their own parts since they are no longer available from the dealer. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on October 23, 2013, 06:38:02 AM
    Well, there's always the junkyard.   ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 23, 2013, 01:30:06 PM
    Well, there's always the junkyard.   ;D
    We all know when it comes to computer programs, The "junk yard" isn't always the safest place. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on October 23, 2013, 11:04:47 PM
    Well, there's always the junkyard.   ;D
    We all know when it comes to computer programs, The "junk yard" isn't always the safest place. :)
    Exactly, and that's why the old car analogy wasn't the best one to use.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 23, 2013, 11:20:44 PM
    Well, there's always the junkyard.   ;D
    We all know when it comes to computer programs, The "junk yard" isn't always the safest place. :)
    Exactly, and that's why the old car analogy wasn't the best one to use.
    I guess we don't speak the same language since you seem to interpret my analogy differently that I intended it
    to be understood. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on October 24, 2013, 01:03:03 AM
    Well, there's always the junkyard.   ;D
    We all know when it comes to computer programs, The "junk yard" isn't always the safest place. :)
    Exactly, and that's why the old car analogy wasn't the best one to use.
    I guess we don't speak the same language since you seem to interpret my analogy differently that I intended it
    to be understood. :)
    Which brings up an interesting point:  Obsolete/unsupported programs have no business running on a modern supported system (think junkyard) as they can constitute genuine and real security risks.  If one wishes to run an obsolete program, they can, but there are unknown risks in doing so.  @ Bob:  I understood your analogy perfectly, and was responding tongue-in-cheek to that analogy.  No offense meant, and hopefully, none was taken.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2013, 01:17:48 AM
    Quote
    @ Bob:  I understood your analogy perfectly, and was responding tongue-in-cheek to that analogy.  No offense meant, and hopefully, none was taken.
    Never. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2013, 03:44:51 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1383575909694-27043.png)
    A new look at an old and trusted tool - A great collection of many useful tools.
    More information. (http://launcher.nirsoft.net)       Download Page. (http://launcher.nirsoft.net/download.html)
    (The password recovery tools have been known to trigger AV programs. It's a false positive.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on November 04, 2013, 07:04:04 PM
    @Bob
    Yes, interesting, I used (as I'm sure many others have) nirsoft tools pkg many, many(well some years back) years ago. lol  ;D
    Still very powerful package. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on November 05, 2013, 05:54:19 PM
    Regarding nirsoft package:  Malwarebytes Free (not an antivirus program) detects, and quarantines and removes the .zip file.

    Detection instance:  HackTool.Asterisk
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 05, 2013, 07:28:45 PM
    Regarding nirsoft package:  Malwarebytes Free (not an antivirus program) detects, and quarantines and removes the .zip file.

    Detection instance:  HackTool.Asterisk

    Not too surprising given what some of the 'tools' do, this would be a classic PUP detection category, which I'm surprised it wasn't classified as that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 17, 2013, 05:06:18 PM
    MSConfig a treasure trove of System Utilities.
    You can reach MSConfig in several ways:
    The easiest way is to use the Shortcut method: Use the Windows Key and the R key
    then type in msconfig in the window that opens:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1384703514047-68978.png)
    When msconfig opens, select the Tools tab:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1384703780399-65581.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1384703844909-34900.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1384703956326-93142.png)
    If you're using windows 8 / 8.1, you can even pin it to the task bar:
    Use the windows and the S key
    type msconfig into the search box then right click on System Configuration
    and select Pin to Taskbar.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1384704200361-4989.png)
    Once this is done, all of these tools are just a click away.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2013, 02:37:03 PM
    The New “Australis” UI of Mozilla Firefox Web Browser (http://www.askvg.com/review-the-new-australis-ui-of-mozilla-firefox-web-browser/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    It took Firefox quite a while to become something I've used
    for a long time - "Chrome". Hard to tell them apart.
    (http://media.askvg.com/articles/images5/Mozilla_Firefox_AustralisUI.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 20, 2013, 03:00:08 PM
    The New “Australis” UI of Mozilla Firefox Web Browser (http://www.askvg.com/review-the-new-australis-ui-of-mozilla-firefox-web-browser/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    It took Firefox quite a while to become something I've used
    for a long time - "Chrome". Hard to tell them apart.

    It has taken years to get my firefox UI the way I like it (which I feel is minimalist, but with functionality/accessibility), as has been said in VGs link, if I wanted chrome I would have installed it :P

    Hopefully the boast of easy customisation of the UI (or revert to current) will mean that I will be able to get it back to what has taken a long time to achieve.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on November 20, 2013, 03:36:37 PM
    How to restore Firefox’s classic theme after the Australis interface update
     
      http://www.ghacks.net/2013/11/19/restore-firefoxs-classic-theme-australis-update/

    Firefox’s Holly Branch, a temporary escape from Australis

      http://www.ghacks.net/2013/11/19/firefoxs-holly-branch-temporary-escape-australis/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 20, 2013, 03:42:56 PM
    Thanks for that I suspect that many others will be very grateful for that in the near future, I have bookmarked them.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 21, 2013, 03:50:59 PM
    R. I. P. Winamp
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1385045313054-26813.png)
    AOL will be shutting down Winamp as of 12/20/2013 (http://money.cnn.com/2013/11/20/technology/winamp/)
    If you still want to download the latest version of the program, better do it soon.
    Download Winamp (http://www.winamp.com/media-player/all)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 22, 2013, 02:06:45 PM
    R. I. P. Winamp
    Have used in the very early beginning... It was surpassed by a lot of other (better) media players.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on November 23, 2013, 11:02:13 AM
    R. I. P. Winamp
    Have used in the very early beginning... It was surpassed by a lot of other (better) media players.

    Hi Tech!

    Maybe in your mind, but for me it is still the best music player. Sad news for Winamp users, i've used Winamp since 1997 when it first appeared on the scene and made all other music players obsolete back then and it's difficult for me to imagine using anything else, even bought the Pro version years ago to support the development of the program.

    The android version (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nullsoft.winamp) is very good as well, altough i am perfectly content with Apollo (http://lifehacker.com/5962086/apollo-brings-cyanogenmods-official-music-player-to-all-android-devices) which is the default music player in CyanogenMod (http://www.cyanogenmod.org/) ROM's.

    So i am good on my android devices but what would you guys suggest for my desktop ? I tried quite a few players in the past and Foobar2000 (http://www.foobar2000.org/) was something that i quite liked and used for a brief period but i am curious as to what you guys are using for your music needs ?


    Mikey
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on November 23, 2013, 06:24:33 PM
    R. I. P. Winamp
    Have used in the very early beginning... It was surpassed by a lot of other (better) media players.

    Hi Tech!

    Maybe in your mind, but for me it is still the best music player. Sad news for Winamp users, i've used Winamp since 1997 when it first appeared on the scene and made all other music players obsolete back then and it's difficult for me to imagine using anything else, even bought the Pro version years ago to support the development of the program.

    The android version (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nullsoft.winamp) is very good as well, altough i am perfectly content with Apollo (http://lifehacker.com/5962086/apollo-brings-cyanogenmods-official-music-player-to-all-android-devices) which is the default music player in CyanogenMod (http://www.cyanogenmod.org/) ROM's.

    So i am good on my android devices but what would you guys suggest for my desktop ? I tried quite a few players in the past and Foobar2000 (http://www.foobar2000.org/) was something that i quite liked and used for a brief period but i am curious as to what you guys are using for your music needs ?


    Mikey
    For music I use good old Windows Media Player because the sound effects and adjustments are the best. I sometimes will use Media Player Classic Home Cinema too. I tried VLC and just didn't like it at all for anything.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on November 23, 2013, 08:03:04 PM
    <snip>
    For music I use good old Windows Media Player because the sound effects and adjustments are the best. I sometimes will use Media Player Classic Home Cinema too. I tried VLC and just didn't like it at all for anything.

    I also dislike VLC(the UI) and i am already using MPC-HC, well actually the MPC-BE fork. But i use that for video only. WMP ? Good suggestion actually, it's not a bad player at all. Plus the Lyrics plugin (http://www.lyricsplugin.com/) that i have been using for Winamp appears to be compatible with WMP. Syncing with my android phone appears to be working fine as well. Perhaps i will make the switch to WMP. Need to try it out for a few days first. Thanks for your suggestions.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Keithuk on November 28, 2013, 11:40:46 PM
    My first encounter with DeepScan since installing avast! 2014 RC1
    The analysis took about 2 seconds and the program was found to be safe.
    (I new that. :) )

    I've encountered this DeepScan and it shows for 15 seconds but only if I run a program that I've made, I don't make virus apps. I tried to turn most things off in Programs and Features but it still shows, how can is disable this annoying feature please?

    SandBox used to do the same but you can turn that off easily.

    I've found how to turn DeepScan which is called DeepScreen. Open Avast click on Settings then on Virus and remove the tick in DeepScreen.

    I had to watch a video on YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hac2kHPxiC0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 29, 2013, 12:36:45 AM
    Check or rather uncheck the DeepScreen option - avastUI > Settings > Antivirus > DeepScreen.

    Part of the problem is that when running programs you have made, they won't have much Reputation as it won't have been seen regularly in the wild/other avast users systems, etc. etc. So I don't know if you might just want to try disabling the Reputation Services (same screen).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on December 03, 2013, 06:30:50 AM
    Dell offers to fix laptops that smell like cat pee ;D ;D
    http://www.theage.com.au/digital-life/computers/dell-offers-to-fix-laptops-that-smell-like-cat-pee-20131101-2wo79.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 03, 2013, 01:34:13 PM
    The failure of Digital signatures model?
    McAfee’s Q3 Threat Report shows more than 1.5 million samples of Android malware, nearly 8% of the total, were signed using a digital signature.

    Mac OS X targed
    The amount of malware aimed at computers running Mac OS X grew at the same rate as the previous quarter, with only about 300 new threats detected in Q3.

    http://www.techweekeurope.co.uk/news/android-increasingly-vulnerable-malware-133094
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: timcan on December 17, 2013, 12:57:19 AM
    Sandboxie  under new ownership  :'(

    http://www.invincea.com/2013/12/invincea-announces-acquisition-of-sandboxie/ (http://www.invincea.com/2013/12/invincea-announces-acquisition-of-sandboxie/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CIACIACIACIACIACIA on December 18, 2013, 12:54:33 PM
    I have downloaded Recuva from Piriform. I tried to run it in administrator mode and the program exits quickly. I observed that at the top of the install window there was a DeepScreen indication stating that
    this program is suspicious and having a checkmark indication. I went to the Avast's options and unchecked
    the DeepScreen feature. I runned it again (with a clean cache) and the program exited. Can you tell me
    if Avast have a compatibility problem with this program?


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2013, 01:45:46 PM
    I have downloaded Recuva from Piriform. I tried to run it in administrator mode and the program exits quickly. I observed that at the top of the install window there was a DeepScreen indication stating that
    this program is suspicious and having a checkmark indication. I went to the Avast's options and unchecked
    the DeepScreen feature. I runned it again (with a clean cache) and the program exited. Can you tell me
    if Avast have a compatibility problem with this program?
    Please start your own topic. Thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 19, 2013, 01:12:30 PM
    Another service coming to an end.  :'(
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1387454740565-29136.png)  (http://my.opera.com/bob3160/blog/)

    Opera has announce that it's "My Opera" service will end on 3/1/2014 (http://my.opera.com/chooseopera/blog/2013/10/31/important-announcement-about-your-my-opera-account)
    Ironically, the closure happens on my 54th wedding anniversary.
    I guess I should rejoice that it's only a web service that's ending.....  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 23, 2013, 01:43:29 PM

    (http://www.neowin.net/images/uploaded/2651970411_b210f8f3ac.jpg)

    New Chrome Web Store extension rules may mean the end for toolbars (http://blog.chromium.org/2013/12/keeping-chrome-extensions-simple.html)


    The Google Policy Page:
    https://developers.google.com/chrome/web-store/program_policies (https://developers.google.com/chrome/web-store/program_policies)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on December 24, 2013, 12:57:16 PM
    Sony SD card With backup
    http://www.sony.net/Products/memorycard/en_us/backupsd/index.html

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 24, 2013, 06:41:20 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1387906682875-9735.png)
    A Holiday Browser Performance Test compliments of Microsoft. (http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/Performance/HolidayLites/)
    (Turn your volume up!) Merry Christmas!

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 24, 2013, 10:21:45 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1387906682875-9735.png)
    A Holiday Browser Performance Test compliments of Microsoft. (http://ie.microsoft.com/testdrive/Performance/HolidayLites/)
    (Turn your volume up!) Merry Christmas!
    Using the Comodo Dragon browser which is a modified version of Chrome 30 the test takes 53.95 seconds and there is no sound at all. Using Internet Explorer 11, the test takes a mere 5.38 seconds and there is full sound throughout.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Cast on December 25, 2013, 01:58:58 AM
    For Comodo Dragon with extensions it took 70 seconds without took almost twice as long though I dont know why. In IE 11 it took 10 seconds.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 25, 2013, 02:57:48 AM
    Well this seems more of a promotion for IE11 and windows 8.1, but the benchmark for firefox 26.0 was 10.59 sec. And the music drives you bonkers.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2013, 01:35:17 PM
    Well this seems more of a promotion for IE11 and windows 8.1, but the benchmark for firefox 26.0 was 10.59 sec. And the music drives you bonkers.
    I couldn't run the test in IE at all. The button to click for starting the test was non responsive and never did anything. ???
    In Firefox, I got a message that this browser wasn't compatible and I should install IE 11.
    In Opera, the sound didn't work.
    I have to agree with David, another MS promotion which in my case backfired.... ;D ;D ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on December 25, 2013, 01:44:56 PM
    Win8.1, IE11 2.12 seconds with sound.

    Opera 12.16   23.57 seconds no sound.

    Chrome31 ,   33.99 seconds stuttering graphics and sound ......... turn off avast and it flies through perfectly !

    Avast is still messing up Chrome browser.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 25, 2013, 01:57:03 PM
    I got a 2.10 with sound in IE11 on 8.1
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2013, 02:18:37 PM
    Win8.1, IE11 2.12 seconds with sound.

    Opera 12.16   23.57 seconds no sound.

    Chrome31 ,   33.99 seconds stuttering graphics and sound ......... turn off avast and it flies through perfectly !

    Avast is still messing up Chrome browser.
    I ran this test twice in Chrome (Version 31.0.1650.63 m).
    Test one with avast! Online Security disabled: 57.32 sec
    Test two: With avast! Online Security enabled: 57.30 sec.
    Statistically, there is no difference in performance either way. ???

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on December 25, 2013, 08:07:53 PM
    Well this seems more of a promotion for IE11 and windows 8.1, but the benchmark for firefox 26.0 was 10.59 sec. And the music drives you bonkers.
    I couldn't run the test in IE at all. The button to click for starting the test was non responsive and never did anything. ???
    In Firefox, I got a message that this browser wasn't compatible and I should install IE 11.
    In Opera, the sound didn't work.
    I have to agree with David, another MS promotion which in my case backfired.... ;D ;D ;D
    Same exact thing here.  "Tis OK, as not something I need or am going to miss.  Means avast! protection is working here, anyway.  What the cause is, don't care to troubleshoot.    :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 28, 2013, 07:44:36 PM
    One Websites selection of the best Free Software for 2013 (http://www.davescomputertips.com/dct-best-of-freeware-awards-for-2013/)
    I especially like the 1st and last choice. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on December 30, 2013, 05:42:09 PM
    Thanks Bob for the link!

    I did some research on AOMEI Backupper and decided to give it a go.
    It appears to make a backup quite a bit faster than Windows. I just hope I don't need to use
    the restore function for a very long, long time.

    I tried EaseUS, Paragon and Macrium. Didn't like any of them.
    I do like AOMEI Backupper.  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2013, 06:49:32 PM
    Thanks Bob for the link!

    I did some research on AOMEI Backupper and decided to give it a go.
    It appears to make a backup quite a bit faster than Windows. I just hope I don't need to use
    the restore function for a very long, long time.

    I tried EaseUS, Paragon and Macrium. Didn't like any of them.
    I do like AOMEI Backupper.  8)
    The true test of any Backup Program is in it's ability to restore what it backed up.
    Till you've used it to do the restore function, you can't really rate the product. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 30, 2013, 09:43:26 PM
    Thanks Bob for the link!

    I did some research on AOMEI Backupper and decided to give it a go.
    It appears to make a backup quite a bit faster than Windows. I just hope I don't need to use
    the restore function for a very long, long time.

    I tried EaseUS, Paragon and Macrium. Didn't like any of them.
    I do like AOMEI Backupper.  8)
    I would like AOMEI if I could get it's boot disks to work right. The WinPE disk will not boot at all and the Linux one will not recognize my external drive if it is plugged into a 3.0 port. The PE problem may be due to the brand of disc I burned it on. I'm going to try another brand and see what happens. I do like the program otherwise but I'm not sure it's really better than EaseUS for my needs.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arnold72 on December 31, 2013, 01:59:32 AM
    @DCH48.
    How exactly did you create the bootable rescue CD.?
    did you use the windows function or a 3rd party app.

    windows sometimes uses the term "burn" when in fact all it does is copy the files to a disk.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on December 31, 2013, 07:06:05 AM
    @DCH48.
    How exactly did you create the bootable rescue CD.?
    did you use the windows function or a 3rd party app.

    windows sometimes uses the term "burn" when in fact all it does is copy the files to a disk.
    The first time, I had AOMEI make the iso and then burned it to a CD using ImgBurn. The second time I had AOMEI create the disc. Neither one works.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 02, 2014, 01:53:35 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1388667194620-52039.png)
    A small utility that's good for your eyes. Will even help you get to sleep faster at night:
    http://justgetflux.com/ (http://justgetflux.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 02, 2014, 02:08:07 PM
    <snip image>
    A small utility that's good for your eyes. Will even help you get to sleep faster at night:
    http://justgetflux.com/ (http://justgetflux.com/)

    Used it for some time and abandoned it, whilst it reduces the brightness I also found that the contrast was also effected and for me it made it harder on the eyes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 05, 2014, 02:16:34 PM
    FREE office program  http://www.downloadcrew.com/article/25103-kingsoft_office_suite_free

    There is also a Android version at playstore

    Getting a good review by Norwegian IT site.... considered better then open office / libre office    http://m.dinside.no/php/art.php?id=926060
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on January 06, 2014, 03:23:26 AM
    FREE office program  http://www.downloadcrew.com/article/25103-kingsoft_office_suite_free

    There is also a Android version at playstore

    Getting a good review by Norwegian IT site.... considered better then open office / libre office    http://m.dinside.no/php/art.php?id=926060
    I had Kingsoft on my Android tablet and it's okay. I switched to Google's Quick Office though and like it better.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Arizona on January 06, 2014, 03:32:20 AM
    Dch48
    I see you do not use avast why not.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 06, 2014, 01:59:29 PM
    Partition Manager 2014 Free
    http://www.paragon-software.com/home/pm-express/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2014, 07:07:21 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389118016856-23790.png)
    AVAST response to open letter from Bits of Freedom (https://blog.avast.com/2014/01/07/avast-response-to-open-letter-from-bits-of-freedom/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 11, 2014, 02:03:08 AM
    Something new in Gmail:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389401871903-11935.png)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389402020480-17165.png)


    Learn more (http://gmailblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/reach-people-you-know-more-easily.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 11, 2014, 02:06:33 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389402346882-94848.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on January 11, 2014, 11:33:17 PM
    How dirty is your smartphone?

    Phonesoap:- https://www.phonesoap.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 12, 2014, 09:14:49 PM
    A Replacement for Ccleaner ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389557008751-38558.png)
    More information (http://privazer.com/)   Download the Portable Version (http://privazer.com/PrivaZer.exe)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389557654299-44140.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Hard_ROCKER on January 13, 2014, 01:34:05 PM
    @Bob: This one has been a part of my arsenal for quite some time now and it is a great tool for the privacy-conscious folk. Just be careful when using it, it does some very aggressive cleaning, make sure to check the option for saving registry backups before cleaning(if you have the registry cleaning selected). Also make sure you go through the options and select what areas you want cleaned.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 13, 2014, 07:28:57 PM
    anyone that are in need of online storage ..... 1000GB for FREE

    yunio - Cloud Storage.   https://www.yunio.com

    Quote
    We use SSL, AES-256 bit encryption technology and multiple data backup. Version control can restore any previously saved version, worry-free.

    and it is Chinese ..... hmmm...skeptic.   ???


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 13, 2014, 07:32:55 PM
    anyone that are in need of online storage ..... 1000GB for FREE

    yuino - Cloud Storage.   https://www.yunio.com (https://www.yunio.com)

    Quote
    We use SSL, AES-256 bit encryption technology and multiple data backup. Version control can restore any previously saved version, worry-free.

    and it is Chinese ..... hmmm...skeptic.   ???
    And will be around for how long ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on January 13, 2014, 07:33:50 PM
    anyone that are in need of online storage ..... 1000GB for FREE

    yuino - Cloud Storage.   https://www.yunio.com

    Quote
    We use SSL, AES-256 bit encryption technology and multiple data backup. Version control can restore any previously saved version, worry-free.

    and it is Chinese ..... hmmm...skeptic.   ???


    What is wrong with Soy Sauce layering  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 13, 2014, 07:43:11 PM
    Quote
    And will be around for how long
    long i guess....
    i would like it to be lokal so that chinese NSA (or whatever they are called) cant get there fingers at my files

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 13, 2014, 07:51:28 PM
    Hi Pondus,

    Well stay behind 10.0.0.2

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on January 13, 2014, 11:07:55 PM
    @Bob: This one has been a part of my arsenal for quite some time now and it is a great tool for the privacy-conscious folk. Just be careful when using it, it does some very aggressive cleaning, make sure to check the option for saving registry backups before cleaning(if you have the registry cleaning selected). Also make sure you go through the options and select what areas you want cleaned.

    Agree, I've used it several times, it is aggressive so use caution, cleans far more than Ccleaner.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 14, 2014, 12:59:56 AM
    good news...finaly a small laptop charger  http://www.finsix.com/index.html

    video  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8F7ksRP412o


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 14, 2014, 09:11:16 AM
    "Threshold" to be Called Windows 9, Ship in April 2015
    http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/threshold-be-called-windows-9-ship-april-2015

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on January 14, 2014, 01:51:55 PM
    "Threshold" to be Called Windows 9, Ship in April 2015
    http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/threshold-be-called-windows-9-ship-april-2015

    Crap not again darn MS when do they ever makeup their mind >:( >:( >:( >:(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 14, 2014, 04:19:33 PM
    "Threshold" to be Called Windows 9, Ship in April 2015
    http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/threshold-be-called-windows-9-ship-april-2015 (http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/threshold-be-called-windows-9-ship-april-2015)

    Crap not again darn MS when do they ever makeup their mind >:( >:( >:( >:(
    I don't understand Speedy,
    You complained when they took away the start menu. Now you're complaining because they're
    giving it back ???   :) :) :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 14, 2014, 04:31:57 PM
    "Threshold" to be Called Windows 9, Ship in April 2015
    http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/threshold-be-called-windows-9-ship-april-2015

    Crap not again darn MS when do they ever makeup their mind >:( >:( >:( >:(

    Well with only 9% OS market share they really have to do something to get people and business clients who are predominantly desktop/non-touch screen users and 8.0 & 8.1 didn't do that.

    MS thought all of the hardware manufactures would be bring out desktop and laptop systems with touch screens and that hasn't materialised, touch screen monitors have been a very small % of overall sales (even less than win8/8.1 combined).

    I have just read an article on Threshold in MicroMart magazine and that was talking about win8.2 not 9.0. I can see the logic in not having any win8.? to try and dissociate it from that experiment.

    I'm at a point where I would be considering upgrading/replacing this system 5years old, but I really don't know what OS I will go for, win7 Pro. Or wait until closer to the April 2015 and just soldier on with this system that does what I want of it. Not being overly concerned with the end of support for XP in April 2014.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 14, 2014, 05:06:59 PM
    You might want to hold off the upgrade.

    History has shown...

    XP       Good
    Vista   Bad
    Win7  Good
    Win8  Bad

    Just saying.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 15, 2014, 01:19:45 AM
    Is Bot Revolt a good alternative to Peerblocker? -> http://www.botrevolt.com/
    It enhances your privacy online together with programs like Byzantium (a linux distr.), My Kolab (an alternative mail program), Freenet (a darknet on top of the Internet to connect with), Diaspora (an alternative social network), DuckDuckGo (alternative search engine)  - these privacy solutions were proposed in an article by Kristian van Tuil.
    Afraid to run the big commercial privacy intruder programs.
    The above list has some alternatives to really enhance your privacy online.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 15, 2014, 04:13:36 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1389798676866-12769.png)

    If you use Microsoft's Office 2010 - 2013 and are blind or visually impaired,
    you can now get Window-Eyes free of charge (http://www.windoweyesforoffice.com/).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 15, 2014, 04:43:10 PM
    R. I. P. Winamp
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1385045313054-26813.png)
    AOL will be shutting down Winamp as of 12/20/2013 (http://money.cnn.com/2013/11/20/technology/winamp/)
    If you still want to download the latest version of the program, better do it soon.
    Download Winamp (http://www.winamp.com/media-player/all)


    It's official: Winamp (and Shoutcast) saved via Radionomy purchase (http://www.neowin.net/news/its-official-winamp-and-shoutcast-saved-via-radionomy-purchase) :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 17, 2014, 11:36:44 AM
    Google in your eye   ;)

    Google Unveils Smart Contact Lens That Lets Diabetics Measure Their Glucose Levels
    http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/16/google-shows-off-smart-contact-lens-that-lets-diabetics-measure-their-glucose-levels/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 18, 2014, 09:33:31 PM
    Anyone need a thermal camera?

    It is now available for your smartphone ....at the moment iPhone 5 and later this year also for Android

    FlirOne   http://www.flir.com/flirone/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on January 18, 2014, 09:53:40 PM
    Anyone need a thermal camera?

    It is now available for your smartphone ....at the moment iPhone 5 and later this year also for Android

    FlirOne   http://www.flir.com/flirone/
    Could be useful for heat-related issue troubleshooting of computer hardware.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 19, 2014, 10:30:50 PM
    ok...so what you see in those hollywood movies are not a trick

    Watch Windows 8.1 apps floating inside a holographic conference room
    http://www.neowin.net/news/watch-windows-81-apps-floating-inside-a-holographic-conference-room

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 19, 2014, 10:35:58 PM
    Back off, NSA: Blackphone promises to be the first privacy-focused smartphone
    http://www.engadget.com/2014/01/15/blackphone-privacy-and-security-android-smartphone/

    blackphone   https://www.blackphone.ch/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 19, 2014, 10:53:06 PM
    @ Pondus,
    These tips belong in the android section. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 19, 2014, 11:09:24 PM
    @ Pondus,
    These tips belong in the android section. :)
    Your right.....forgot we made a topic there ....anyway now also there
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 21, 2014, 07:50:10 PM
    Win7 is back.   ;)

    http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 21, 2014, 08:04:31 PM
    Win7 is back.   ;)

    http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/

    Yep, no big surprise, imo. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 21, 2014, 09:39:10 PM
    Win7 is back.   ;)

    http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand (http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand)

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/ (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/)
    When your sales are down and the demand for your product is shrinking, you'll try anything. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 21, 2014, 09:41:25 PM
    Win7 is back.   ;)

    http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/

    I hope Microsoft is listening.  ;D ::) ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 21, 2014, 09:46:03 PM
    Considering that that the next version is actually bringing back the Start Menu, and many other desktop features,
    I think they might have seen the writing on the wall. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 21, 2014, 11:03:42 PM
    Win7 is back.   ;)

    http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand (http://www.neowin.net/news/hp-promotes-windows-7-pcs-sales-says-they-are-back-by-popular-demand)

    http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/ (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2014/01/20/windows_7_gets_the_xp_treatment_as_users_demand_out_of_upgrade/)
    When your sales are down and the demand for your product is shrinking, you'll try anything. :)

    Guess what, they did that for XP too (I bought this system early, so I could get XP Pro, but they extended the retail/OEM purchase of XP), Vista wasn't great, people weren't buying win7 in the volumes MS hoped for.

    It is a crying shame that MS totally ignored the reviewers, testers and users and ended up with a mess of their own making. This really could have been handled better, yet again they shot themselves in the foot.

    The problem is that many are so reluctant to even try win8 or win8.1, the next version some reviewers feel will be called win9 to avoid any association with win8.

    It is around now that I would normally be upgrading, getting a new system (just over 5 years old), but I may well be waiting to see what the next offering will be. This one user that is unconcerned about the end of MS updates for XP come April. Or as has been mentioned get win7 Pro in my next system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 22, 2014, 12:14:54 AM
    Confirmed: Microsoft Fixes SVCHOST Issue for Windows XP
    http://windowsitpro.com/windows-xp/confirmed-microsoft-fixes-svchost-issue-windows-xp


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 22, 2014, 10:51:33 AM
    Considering that that the next version is actually bringing back the Start Menu, and many other desktop features,
    I think they might have seen the writing on the wall. :)

    Hopefully Bob, else many (including me) may even switch to Linux.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 22, 2014, 01:48:36 PM
    Considering that that the next version is actually bringing back the Start Menu, and many other desktop features,
    I think they might have seen the writing on the wall. :)

    Hopefully Bob, else many (including me) may even switch to Linux.
    I guess that would make FreewheelinFrank happy. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 22, 2014, 01:52:02 PM
    Considering that that the next version is actually bringing back the Start Menu, and many other desktop features,
    I think they might have seen the writing on the wall. :)

    Hopefully Bob, else many (including me) may even switch to Linux.
    I guess that would make FreewheelinFrank happy. :)

    Probably. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 23, 2014, 12:29:39 PM
    Microsoft to Let Foreign Customers to Store Data Overseas
    http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-01-23/microsoft-to-let-foreign-customers-to-store-data-overseas.html
    http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/01/23/us-usa-security-microsoft-idUSBREA0M04U20140123
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 23, 2014, 03:01:33 PM
    Microsoft to Let Foreign Customers to Store Data Overseas
    http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-01-23/microsoft-to-let-foreign-customers-to-store-data-overseas.html (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-01-23/microsoft-to-let-foreign-customers-to-store-data-overseas.html)
    http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/01/23/us-usa-security-microsoft-idUSBREA0M04U20140123 (http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/01/23/us-usa-security-microsoft-idUSBREA0M04U20140123)
    I'd like my data stored overseas also. That way it will be a foreign government that steals my data and I can't blame
    the US for doing it any more., :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 23, 2014, 09:59:30 PM
    What Hard Drive Should I Buy?

    27 000 disks tested.    http://blog.backblaze.com/2014/01/21/what-hard-drive-should-i-buy/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2014, 10:23:56 PM
    I've added a Pig to my taskbar. How about you ???
    (http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/piglet.png)
    More information: http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/ (http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on January 25, 2014, 10:39:58 PM
    I've added a Pig to my taskbar. How about you ???
    (http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/piglet.png)
    More information: http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/ (http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/)
    Nice, but don't have that issue.  Should point out that, as in the FF example, it is normal for FF to increase in memory usage as more tabs are called for and used, and terminating the process isn't always the best way to fix excessive memory usage/leaks in most cases.  There's increasing your total RAM, restarting the app, re-installing as clean, etc..  Terminating FF this way could cause it to report a crash to Mozilla Foundation if done using this program and you might lose data in any concurrent process/add-on used by FF when done this way.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2014, 11:01:50 PM
    I've added a Pig to my taskbar. How about you ???
    (http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/piglet.png)
    More information: http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/ (http://www.donationcoder.com/Software/Mouser/ProcessPiglet/)
    Nice, but don't have that issue.  Should point out that, as in the FF example, it is normal for FF to increase in memory usage as more tabs are called for and used, and terminating the process isn't always the best way to fix excessive memory usage/leaks in most cases.  There's increasing your total RAM, restarting the app, re-installing as clean, etc..  Terminating FF this way could cause it to report a crash to Mozilla Foundation if done using this program and you might lose data in any concurrent process/add-on used by FF when done this way.
    For me, Chrome is the offender. FF was only one example. Nice to know that avast! has never come up at all. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 27, 2014, 03:40:33 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1390833417777-79248.png)
    Unhide the Profile Manager in Google Chrome (http://www.askvg.com/tip-enable-hidden-secret-profile-manager-feature-in-google-chrome/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 27, 2014, 11:58:01 PM
    Microsoft renames SkyDrive to OneDrive
    http://www.theverge.com/2014/1/27/5349830/microsoft-onedrive-new-name-for-skydrive


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 28, 2014, 02:07:40 PM
    Jan 28 is Data Privacy Day at AVAST
     (https://blog.avast.com/2014/01/28/data-privacy-day-at-avast/)

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1390914040086-69759.png) (http://www.staysafeonline.org/data-privacy-day/)

    Privacy is the set of blinds on your living room window. Security is the lock we have on our front door
    You need to learn when to keep those blinds closed to prevent intrusion into your privacy.
    You also need to realize that Security doesn’t have to be expensive. If you use avast!, it can be totally Free. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 28, 2014, 11:21:26 PM
    ATM's still use XP

    http://techbeat.com/2014/01/worlds-atms-still-running-microsofts-windows-xp/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2014, 12:01:15 AM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1390949966445-60058.png)
    https://register.tresorit.com/download?mode=1&ref=pSSosx (https://register.tresorit.com/download?mode=1&ref=pSSosx)

    Secure and encrypted file storage - Get 5 Gig for free
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 29, 2014, 12:43:47 AM
    ATM's still use XP

    http://techbeat.com/2014/01/worlds-atms-still-running-microsofts-windows-xp/

    Interesting side story at that link. Although official MS XP support will end on April 8, 2014 as expected, MS has decided to continue support for MSE on XP until July 2015.

    Microsoft Backtracks: XP Anti-Malware Support To Continue (http://techbeat.com/2014/01/microsoft-backtracks-xp-anti-malware-support-continue/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 29, 2014, 12:48:50 AM
    ATM's still use XP

    http://techbeat.com/2014/01/worlds-atms-still-running-microsofts-windows-xp/

    Interesting side story at that link. Although official MS XP support will end on April 8, 2014 as expected, MS has decided to continue support for MSE on XP until July 2015.

    Microsoft Backtracks: XP Anti-Malware Support To Continue (http://techbeat.com/2014/01/microsoft-backtracks-xp-anti-malware-support-continue/)

    Already reported in another topic.

    But in all honesty who would install MSE in XP if they already have avast on XP (who are still supporting XP).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on January 29, 2014, 01:17:08 AM
    ATM's still use XP

    http://techbeat.com/2014/01/worlds-atms-still-running-microsofts-windows-xp/

    Interesting side story at that link. Although official MS XP support will end on April 8, 2014 as expected, MS has decided to continue support for MSE on XP until July 2015.

    Microsoft Backtracks: XP Anti-Malware Support To Continue (http://techbeat.com/2014/01/microsoft-backtracks-xp-anti-malware-support-continue/)

    Already reported in another topic.

    But in all honesty who would install MSE in XP if they already have avast on XP (who are still supporting XP).

    No one. MSE is a mediocre product at best. The interesting part (to me) is that MS has decided to extend support to XP via MSE, but not through security updates which would certainly be more beneficial to users.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 29, 2014, 02:48:06 AM
    <snip quotes>
    No one. MSE is a mediocre product at best. The interesting part (to me) is that MS has decided to extend support to XP via MSE, but not through security updates which would certainly be more beneficial to users.

    That was my point, it is more a MS promoting MSE rather than any meaningful extension to XP, it is only an extension of MSE.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on January 30, 2014, 12:51:34 PM
    OPSWAT Antivirus Market Share Report January 2014
    http://www.opswat.com/about/media/reports/antivirus-january-2014

    Way to go Avast and keep up the great work ;D

    PS. Look under from my avatar ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Charyb-0 on January 30, 2014, 03:13:22 PM
    FileZilla - Versions found on 3rd party websites steal data. A good reason to download open source software from certified sites.

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/2092480/filezilla-warns-of-large-malware-campaign.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 02, 2014, 12:43:51 PM

    (http://i.imgur.com/egyiVNO.png)

    System Information Utilities
    SIV (System Information Viewer)
    http://www.rh-software.com/


    HWiNFO
    HWiNFO: Detailed hardware information for 32 & 64-bit systems
    http://www.hwinfo.com/
    http://www.hwinfo.com/download.php


    PC Wizard
    http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/pc-wizard.html


    Speccy
    http://www.piriform.com/speccy


    Belarc Advisor
    http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html


    MooO System Monitor
    http://www.moo0.com/?top=http://www.moo0.com/software/SystemMonitor/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 07, 2014, 03:02:04 PM

    (https://blog.avast.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/CVC-partnership-300x300.jpg)
    AVAST expands into the USA (with a little help from our friends!) (https://blog.avast.com/2014/02/07/avast-expands-into-the-usa-with-a-little-help-from-our-friends-2/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2014, 02:13:22 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1392901505787-79355.png)
                     SkyDrive is now OneDrive (http://blog.onedrive.com/onedrive-is-now-available-worldwide/)
        https://onedrive.live.com?invref=994c4775d200b11a&invsrc=90 (https://onedrive.live.com?invref=994c4775d200b11a&invsrc=90)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 21, 2014, 01:26:54 PM
    Multi-Factor Authentication for Office 365
    http://blogs.office.com/2014/02/10/multi-factor-authentication-for-office-365/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2014, 01:36:59 AM

    (http://www.davescomputertips.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/gatesnadella-400x266.jpg)Return of the King? Is Bill Gates really returning to Microsoft ? (http://www.davescomputertips.com/new-microsoft-ceo-offers-bill-gates-top-job/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 07, 2014, 01:04:11 PM
    The "Better Half" of Avast Software (https://blog.avast.com/2014/03/07/a-conversation-with-avast-women-part-1/)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1394193800190-24093.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on March 14, 2014, 02:46:08 PM
    The Laplink PCmover Express for Windows XP  http://blogs.norman.com/2014/business/the-laplink-pcmover-express-for-windows-xp

    Quote
    “We have partnered with Laplink to provide Windows XP users with a free data migration tool called PCmover Express for Windows XP which copies your files and settings from your Windows XP PC to a new device running Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1”

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 14, 2014, 03:30:24 PM
    The Laplink PCmover Express for Windows XP  http://blogs.norman.com/2014/business/the-laplink-pcmover-express-for-windows-xp

    Quote
    “We have partnered with Laplink to provide Windows XP users with a free data migration tool called PCmover Express for Windows XP which copies your files and settings from your Windows XP PC to a new device running Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1”

    That sounds like a lot less hassle than doing a clean OS install and having to set it up with your settings. Though this needs the PCmover Professional if you want to move applications. This tool is available from Laplink for free. I would have happily paid for that if it were around when I got this system several years ago. It took me over five days to get this system and applications setup the way I wanted it, a right pain in the rear.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 14, 2014, 08:40:23 PM
    Creative recommendations win 10 AVAST users $1000 each (https://blog.avast.com/2014/03/14/creative-recommendations-win-10-avast-users-1000-each/)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1394825995934-30428.png)
    Congratulation to our friend Paulius Y. for being one of those winners. :)
    He created ads on the most popular web (http://www.skelbiu.lt/skelbimai/kompiuterija/programine-iranga/antivirusines-programos/) in Lithuania.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on March 14, 2014, 11:50:11 PM
    Gdrive new price plan
    http://googledrive.blogspot.no/2014/03/save-more-with-google-drive.html

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 15, 2014, 02:44:30 AM
    Gdrive new price plan
    http://googledrive.blogspot.no/2014/03/save-more-with-google-drive.html
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=28748.msg1071632#new (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=28748.msg1071632#new)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 17, 2014, 11:12:01 AM
    Another Data Breach Crisis Looms as Microsoft’s D-Day for XP Forces Security Scramble (https://blog.avast.com/2014/03/17/another-data-breach-crisis-looms-as-microsofts-d-day-for-xp-forces-security-scramble/)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1395051100041-9264.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 17, 2014, 11:16:21 AM
    Another Data Breach Crisis Looms as Microsoft’s D-Day for XP Forces Security Scramble (https://blog.avast.com/2014/03/17/another-data-breach-crisis-looms-as-microsofts-d-day-for-xp-forces-security-scramble/)

    The most important part of Vlk's Blog post:

    AVAST is devoted to protecting the PC ecosystem by not only supporting Windows XP for at least the next three years, but also by creating protection modules and detections specifically designed to cover Windows XP vulnerabilities and other security problems. We have already taken additional steps in our latest product release, avast! 2014, by making the product lighter, both in terms of speed and resource consumption, tailoring it for older machines still running Windows XP. In addition to the security value, avast! 2014 is offered for free, which is especially important for XP users. Upgrading to a newer version of Windows comes with costs, costs that not everyone can afford and is probably a big reason why many users haven’t upgraded yet.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 17, 2014, 02:11:13 PM
    One Website that pulls it all together (https://www.hubbley.com):
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1395061907840-46098.png)
    Once set up, all your information is easily gotten to from one central place.
    It's still in the final beta stages. I watched a presentation yesterday while at a conference.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on March 17, 2014, 09:18:38 PM
    2014 is the year of the Linux desktop
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0 (http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0)

    Who knew?  Also marks the decline of open source?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 17, 2014, 11:10:58 PM
    2014 is the year of the Linux desktop
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0 (http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0)

    Who knew?  Also marks the decline of open source?
    Pure nonsense. Including Android and the Chrome OS in the numbers is ludicrous. They are competitors to Linux, not allies. The only things that should be included are Ubuntu, Mint and the myriad other Linux distros which even combined are a miniscule segment of desktop usage. Windows still rules on the desktop and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it still can not be touched.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 18, 2014, 07:44:39 AM
    2014 is the year of the Linux desktop
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0 (http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0)

    Who knew?  Also marks the decline of open source?
    Pure nonsense. Including Android and the Chrome OS in the numbers is ludicrous. They are competitors to Linux, not allies. The only things that should be included are Ubuntu, Mint and the myriad other Linux distros which even combined are a miniscule segment of desktop usage. Windows still rules on the desktop and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it still can not be touched.

    Quote
    Donald Henderson • 9 hours ago

    The Chrome OS and Android should not be included in the Linux numbers. They are competitors of Linux, not allies. Only things like Ubuntu, Mint, and the myriad other Linux distros should be included and when they are, the number of Linux users is still miniscule. And deservedly so. Android is okay for phones and small tablets but for real desktop PC's, Windows still rules and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it can't be touched.

    Are you Donald Henderson, or did you just copy his comment almost word for word?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on March 18, 2014, 08:10:23 AM
    2014 is the year of the Linux desktop
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0 (http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0)

    Who knew?  Also marks the decline of open source?
    Pure nonsense. Including Android and the Chrome OS in the numbers is ludicrous. They are competitors to Linux, not allies. The only things that should be included are Ubuntu, Mint and the myriad other Linux distros which even combined are a miniscule segment of desktop usage. Windows still rules on the desktop and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it still can not be touched.

    What?  Chrome and Android are both Linux , how can they not be included?

    Read the article again, the guy is right in many ways.  Large amounts of apps you run on your Windows systems are in fact Linux based.

    Look at Paragon and the other rescue systems ...... even avasts Grimefighter ........... they are Linux.   Linux rescues millions of Windows systems every day of the year  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 18, 2014, 03:31:04 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1395152932815-89830.png)
            Browse anonymously and for Free (http://www.cyberghostvpn.com/en_us) 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 18, 2014, 10:38:28 PM
    2014 is the year of the Linux desktop
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0 (http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0)

    Who knew?  Also marks the decline of open source?
    Pure nonsense. Including Android and the Chrome OS in the numbers is ludicrous. They are competitors to Linux, not allies. The only things that should be included are Ubuntu, Mint and the myriad other Linux distros which even combined are a miniscule segment of desktop usage. Windows still rules on the desktop and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it still can not be touched.

    Quote
    Donald Henderson • 9 hours ago

    The Chrome OS and Android should not be included in the Linux numbers. They are competitors of Linux, not allies. Only things like Ubuntu, Mint, and the myriad other Linux distros should be included and when they are, the number of Linux users is still miniscule. And deservedly so. Android is okay for phones and small tablets but for real desktop PC's, Windows still rules and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it can't be touched.

    Are you Donald Henderson, or did you just copy his comment almost word for word?
    That's me. I just wanted to have the truth seen in more than one place.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: FreewheelinFrank on March 18, 2014, 11:38:42 PM
    2014 is the year of the Linux desktop
    http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0 (http://www.infoworld.com/d/open-source-software/2014-the-year-of-the-linux-desktop-238358?page=0,0)

    Who knew?  Also marks the decline of open source?
    Pure nonsense. Including Android and the Chrome OS in the numbers is ludicrous. They are competitors to Linux, not allies. The only things that should be included are Ubuntu, Mint and the myriad other Linux distros which even combined are a miniscule segment of desktop usage. Windows still rules on the desktop and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it still can not be touched.

    Quote
    Donald Henderson • 9 hours ago

    The Chrome OS and Android should not be included in the Linux numbers. They are competitors of Linux, not allies. Only things like Ubuntu, Mint, and the myriad other Linux distros should be included and when they are, the number of Linux users is still miniscule. And deservedly so. Android is okay for phones and small tablets but for real desktop PC's, Windows still rules and will for the forseeable future. For both work and leisure activities, it can't be touched.

    Are you Donald Henderson, or did you just copy his comment almost word for word?
    That's me. I just wanted to have the truth seen in more than one place.

    You are confusing "the truth" with "your opinion".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on March 20, 2014, 09:42:45 PM
    Herd Protect Scan and Remove Beta  available from today .


    http://www.herdprotect.com/downloads.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on March 20, 2014, 11:50:12 PM
    I tried HerdProtect about a week ago, did a scan, one of the things it found was Open Candy in an Avast file. Any experts have a comment on this?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on March 21, 2014, 12:10:46 AM
    See how quickly tech giants build wealth

    Compare how much revenue and profit they make each second
    https://www.worldpayzinc.com/tech-wealth#.UyhyXOzHhpU.twitter

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on March 21, 2014, 02:27:05 AM
    See how quickly tech giants build wealth

    Compare how much revenue and profit they make each second
    https://www.worldpayzinc.com/tech-wealth#.UyhyXOzHhpU.twitter
    Wow...that's more than Bob makes on his Avast seminars! ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 25, 2014, 02:19:49 PM
    Palo Alto Networks® Announces Agreement to Acquire Cyvera
    http://cyvera.com/palo-alto-networks-announces-agreement-to-acquire-cyvera/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on March 25, 2014, 08:55:55 PM
    Microsoft will pay money towards an upgrade!

    http://money.cnn.com/2014/03/24/technology/windows-xp-upgrade/index.html?hpt=hp_t5
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on March 25, 2014, 10:34:04 PM
    Microsoft will pay money towards an upgrade!

    http://money.cnn.com/2014/03/24/technology/windows-xp-upgrade/index.html?hpt=hp_t5

    No thanks. Win 8 is the new ME and Vista. Notice the quick upgrade to 8.1, anyone? Now, if the offer were for Win 7...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 25, 2014, 11:03:56 PM
    Microsoft will pay money towards an upgrade!

    http://money.cnn.com/2014/03/24/technology/windows-xp-upgrade/index.html?hpt=hp_t5

    No thanks. Win 8 is the new ME and Vista. Notice the quick upgrade to 8.1, anyone? Now, if the offer were for Win 7...

    Even for double that it would still be no thanks. Win8 is still falling off a cliff. I have seen recent stats that don't even give it 10% market share.

    Why not dish out free win8.1 licenses, that would surely be less than $100. But many would just keep the license and upgrade to win9 at no cost.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on March 27, 2014, 12:39:49 AM
    Microsoft will pay money towards an upgrade!

    http://money.cnn.com/2014/03/24/technology/windows-xp-upgrade/index.html?hpt=hp_t5

    No thanks. Win 8 is the new ME and Vista. Notice the quick upgrade to 8.1, anyone? Now, if the offer were for Win 7...

    Even for double that it would still be no thanks. Win8 is still falling off a cliff. I have seen recent stats that don't even give it 10% market share.

    Why not dish out free win8.1 licenses, that would surely be less than $100. But many would just keep the license and upgrade to win9 at no cost.
    Win 8.1 is better than XP in nearly every aspect. The only real negative after you install something like Classic Shell is that it does take more space on your HDD. The difference (which by the way is less than that for Win 7) is worth it in my honest opinion. This is coming from somebody who absolutely loved XP.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on March 27, 2014, 12:46:32 AM
    Absolutely, I can't help but agree, however still use  xp for some stuff. ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 27, 2014, 01:13:05 AM
    <snip quotes>
    Win 8.1 is better than XP in nearly every aspect. The only real negative after you install something like Classic Shell is that it does take more space on your HDD. The difference (which by the way is less than that for Win 7) is worth it in my honest opinion. This is coming from somebody who absolutely loved XP.

    Well I can't speak for win8.1 having never used it, but I have win7 on my netbook and for me I have to question who actually own that win7 system me or Microsoft. There are absolutely lots of things that I can do on XP Pro that I'm constantly hassled in relation to permissions/ownership, hence my comment 'who the hell owns the system.'

    Whilst win8.1 may be better than 8.0, I won't be buying it, I would be more likely to get win7 Pro on my next system upgrade. But with so many users keeping away from win8 and MS talking about win8.2 and some thoughts that win8.2 won't happen and go straight to win9.

    Who knows my next OS change could be win9, but that still leaves me probably having to change a lot of software at the same time, so any System/OS upgrade isn't something to take lightly.

    I'm in no rush.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 27, 2014, 01:42:40 AM
    <snip quotes>
    Win 8.1 is better than XP in nearly every aspect. The only real negative after you install something like Classic Shell is that it does take more space on your HDD. The difference (which by the way is less than that for Win 7) is worth it in my honest opinion. This is coming from somebody who absolutely loved XP.

    Well I can't speak for win8.1 having never used it, but I have win7 on my netbook and for me I have to question who actually own that win7 system me or Microsoft. There are absolutely lots of things that I can do on XP Pro that I'm constantly hassled in relation to permissions/ownership, hence my comment 'who the hell owns the system.'

    Whilst win8.1 may be better than 8.0, I won't be buying it, I would be more likely to get win7 Pro on my next system upgrade. But with so many users keeping away from win8 and MS talking about win8.2 and some thoughts that win8.2 won't happen and go straight to win9.

    Who knows my next OS change could be win9, but that still leaves me probably having to change a lot of software at the same time, so any System/OS upgrade isn't something to take lightly.

    I'm in no rush.
    As someone who has used windows 8 since very early beta days, I didn't have to give up a single program that I had on my Windows 7 system.
    I was actually able to install a few 16 bit programs that never worked on Windows 7.
    So, giving up anything is a myth not a fact. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on March 27, 2014, 06:42:11 AM
    I think the only reason Win8 hasn't taken off is that people don't take the time to learn it properly and get past the metro, I have mine set so that I never see the metro side of things unless I click the windows key so I'm left with what is essentially a highly optimised win7.

    I also see no need for any of the start menu programs because it's quite simple to turn the metro interface into your Start Menu/quick program access - so it works like the normal start menu with one click of the windows key and you have visual access to everything.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 27, 2014, 02:35:04 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1395927147813-86920.png)
              Data Storage - Then and Now (http://www.computerworld.com/slideshow/detail/143723/Data-storage----then-and-now#slide1)
    I hope I'll be around to see what the next 20 years will bring. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on March 27, 2014, 02:41:23 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1395927147813-86920.png)
              Data Storage - Then and Now (http://www.computerworld.com/slideshow/detail/143723/Data-storage----then-and-now#slide1)
    I hope I'll be around to see what the next 20 years will bring. :)
    And maybe soon to come http://datastickies.com/what.html#
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dwarden on March 27, 2014, 02:56:35 PM
    i really that datastickies stuff, i hope they kickstarter/indiegogo and make it happen ...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 03, 2014, 03:28:14 PM
    Windows 8.1 Update 1 Arriving April 8th via Windows Update (http://www.askvg.com/review-whats-new-in-windows-8-1-update/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    (http://media.askvg.com/articles/images5/Power_Search_Button_Start_Screen_Windows_81_Update.png)
    If you're part of TechNet, you can get the download today.
    (I'll be busy updating for a while)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 03, 2014, 09:31:52 PM

    (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/proxy/FowwvuVVbTh1WzNhrT-7NzA6KSdWvpowqtkv2Cv4RHCeHWTC59PRu1rs3IJ9OaNwY84AqXJHU7jjyhbfABBNvQPcujAw4sVvaRUPM7idbsDo4-w_3kryN9dTyUralcVeb7dSTuU=w469-h263-p)
    ASCII Cam (http://gizmodo.com/your-webcam-feed-in-ascii-is-the-greatest-thing-youll-1557592479) - One of our members (Ryan) posted about this on Google+


    Here's what I did with it:
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeSi1Qb01zWklyLU0/edit?usp=sharing (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyeSi1Qb01zWklyLU0/edit?usp=sharing)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 07, 2014, 04:19:48 AM
    How do I fix an incorrect Microsoft Action Center warning? (http://blog.avast.com/2014/04/05/how-do-i-fix-a-microsoft-action-center-warning/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on April 07, 2014, 11:04:16 PM
    CCleaner for Android     http://www.piriform.com/blog/2014/4/3/ccleaner-for-android

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on April 08, 2014, 01:35:16 AM
    CCleaner for Android     http://www.piriform.com/blog/2014/4/3/ccleaner-for-android
    I have it on my tablet but so far, it seems very basic. I don't see the option to clear the clipboard at all. I know it's in beta and more features will likely be added but for now, it's not that useful.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on April 08, 2014, 01:47:05 AM
    Quote
    Microsoft has toughened its criteria for classifying programs as adware and gave developers three months to conform with the new principles or risk having their programs blocked by the company's security products.

    The most important change in Microsoft's policy is that adware programs will be blocked by default starting July 1. In the past such programs were allowed to run until users chose one of the recommended actions offered by the company's security software.


    In addition to following these ad display guidelines, programs need to provide a standard uninstall method in the Windows control panel or the browser add-on management interface, if the program operates as a browser extension or toolbar. The corresponding uninstall entries must contain the same program names as displayed in the generated ads.

    Researchers from antivirus vendor Avast named unwanted browser toolbars and extensions as one of the biggest problems for users in 2013. Such toolbars are often difficult or even impossible for average users to fully uninstall because they change their names and identifiers on almost every new computer to prevent detection and removal by security products, they said in a blog post at the end of December.
    http://www.networkworld.com/news/2014/040414-microsoft-to-start-blocking-adware-280426.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 08, 2014, 01:29:16 PM
    (http://core5.staticworld.net/images/article/2014/04/movexptow8_primary-100259649-large.jpg)
        How to get your data from Windows XP to a new PC (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2140207/how-to-get-your-data-from-windows-xp-to-a-new-pc.html)
    Remember that avast! Antivirus (http://www.avast.com/index) still protects your Windows XP system if you've decided to keep it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on April 08, 2014, 03:07:03 PM
    I have a small tutorial here which covers the same bases with regards how to save the required data :)  http://www.geekstogo.com/forum/topic/173729-reformat-and-install-of-windows/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on April 13, 2014, 09:36:43 AM
    WinAero

    Free, small and useful software for Windows.
    © Copyright 2009-2014, Winaero. All rights reserved.


    http://winaero.com/comment.php?comment.news.214

    Context Menu Tuner

    Context Menu Tuner is an application which allows you to customize Explorer's context menu in Windows 7, 8 and 8.1.

    (http://winaero.com/e107_images/newspost_images/cmt1.png)

    Tune and modify your Context Menus , add icons , separators etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2014, 05:45:19 PM
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=85094.msg890846#msg890846 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=85094.msg890846#msg890846) :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on April 13, 2014, 06:53:36 PM
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=85094.msg890846#msg890846 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=85094.msg890846#msg890846) :)

    Different tool  ;) :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2014, 07:07:20 PM
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=85094.msg890846#msg890846 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=85094.msg890846#msg890846) :)

    Different tool  ;) :)
    So it is. :)
    WinAero

    Free, small and useful software for Windows.
    © Copyright 2009-2014, Winaero. All rights reserved.


    http://winaero.com/comment.php?comment.news.214 (http://winaero.com/comment.php?comment.news.214)

    Context Menu Tuner

    Context Menu Tuner is an application which allows you to customize Explorer's context menu in Windows 7, 8 and 8.1.

    (http://winaero.com/e107_images/newspost_images/cmt1.png)

    Tune and modify your Context Menus , add icons , separators etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 24, 2014, 03:28:42 PM
    avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) Is it worth the price ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398344529683-47873.png)


    Even Google thinks I've moved:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398343627784-42258.png)
    Since the move isn't permanent, and I haven't yet acquired an accent,
    I think I'll leave my language as English (US). :)
    For someone who does a lot of traveling, and spends a lot of time on Public WiFi,
    this product is a must.
    Remember that your data is also encrypted and therefor, if intercepted, is totally
    useless to the person or entity intercepting your data.
    I may choose to use the free version of avast! (http://www.avast.com/en-au/index) but, avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn)
    Is Certainly Worth the Price. :)

     

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: cod head on April 24, 2014, 06:40:01 PM
    avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) Is it worth the price ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398344529683-47873.png)


    Even Google thinks I've moved:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398343627784-42258.png)
    Since the move isn't permanent, and I haven't yet acquired an accent,
    I think I'll leave my language as English (US). :)
    For someone who does a lot of traveling, and spends a lot of time on Public WiFi,
    this product is a must.
    Remember that your data is also encrypted and therefor, if intercepted, is totally
    useless to the person or entity intercepting your data.
    I may choose to use the free version of avast! (http://www.avast.com/en-au/index) but, avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn)
    Is Certainly Worth the Price. :)

     

    Not taking anything from Avast of course,but I have been trying this,available if free and paid.It seems good for my uses.Has anyone else used,or tried it.

    Secure your Internet connection with SecurityKISS Tunnel.
    We are a leading VPN provider to protect privacy, ensure anonymity and bypass Internet restrictions.

    Source:

    http://www.securitykiss.com

    Another one I have played with is,Safe IP,Anonymous, Private, Secure, and Free.

    Source:

    http://freesafeip.com
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 24, 2014, 06:48:16 PM

    avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) Is it worth the price ??? Even Google thinks I've moved:Since the move isn't permanent, and I haven't yet acquired an accent,I think I'll leave my language as English (US). :) For someone who does a lot of traveling, and spends a lot of time on Public WiFi,this product is a must.Remember that your data is also encrypted and therefor, if intercepted, is totallyuseless to the person or entity intercepting your data.I may choose to use the free version of avast! (http://www.avast.com/en-au/index) but, avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn)Is Certainly Worth the Price. :) 
    Not taking anything from Avast of course,but I have been trying this,available if free and paid.It seems good for my uses.Has anyone else used,or tried it.Secure your Internet connection with SecurityKISS Tunnel.We are a leading VPN provider to protect privacy, ensure anonymity and bypass Internet restrictions.Source:http://www.securitykiss.com (http://www.securitykiss.com/)Another one I have played with is,Safe IP,Anonymous, Private, Secure, and Free.Source:http://freesafeip.com (http://freesafeip.com/)
    The main difference between free and Paid is Speed.
    If you don't mind a slow internet connection, there are quite a few services to play with.
    Not all of us have the luxury of waiting for our internet access to jump through hoops so that we can use it. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on April 24, 2014, 07:01:03 PM
    I use SafeIP and have tried a free VPN, both are extremely fast and ( advert free ). I see no lag whatever.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 24, 2014, 07:19:07 PM
    I also use SafeIP,but sometimes when I just want to see blocked YouTube video or something,I use ProxFree:

      http://www.proxfree.com/

    I believe there are also Firefox and Chrome ProxFree extensions.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2014, 02:54:37 PM
    avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) Is it worth the price ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398344529683-47873.png)




    Even Google thinks I've moved:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398343627784-42258.png)
    Since the move isn't permanent, and I haven't yet acquired an accent,
    I think I'll leave my language as English (US). :)
    For someone who does a lot of traveling, and spends a lot of time on Public WiFi,
    this product is a must.
    Remember that your data is also encrypted and therefor, if intercepted, is totally
    useless to the person or entity intercepting your data.
    I may choose to use the free version of avast! (http://www.avast.com/en-au/index) but, avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn)
    Is Certainly Worth the Price. :)

     
    There is also a downside to using this program:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398516538523-73220.png)
    As you can see from this message,  avast! Secure Line (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) has done it's job so well
    that some of the services I use now think that someone may have hijacked my account info.
    There is always a price to pay for staying Safe but it's certainly worth the extra effort. :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: cod head on April 26, 2014, 03:34:15 PM
    avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) Is it worth the price ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398344529683-47873.png)




    Even Google thinks I've moved:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398343627784-42258.png)
    Since the move isn't permanent, and I haven't yet acquired an accent,
    I think I'll leave my language as English (US). :)
    For someone who does a lot of traveling, and spends a lot of time on Public WiFi,
    this product is a must.
    Remember that your data is also encrypted and therefor, if intercepted, is totally
    useless to the person or entity intercepting your data.
    I may choose to use the free version of avast! (http://www.avast.com/en-au/index) but, avast! SecureLine (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn)
    Is Certainly Worth the Price. :)

     
    There is also a downside to using this program:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398516538523-73220.png)
    As you can see from this message,  avast! Secure Line (http://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn) has done it's job so well
    that some of the services I use now think that someone may have hijacked my account info.
    There is always a price to pay for staying Safe but it's certainly worth the extra effort. :)

    I have had the same problems with Safe IP and Security Kiss.My Wife,who uses Facebook,I don't,won't.Could not log in.It said her account was suspended because someone had tried to log in from another country.I had the same problem logging into Ebay,forgetting I was not using my own IP.I had to change passwords to sort that one out.

    From another point of view,if you are on holiday abroad,it would be hard to use a lot of sites like FB and Ebay.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on April 27, 2014, 02:15:47 PM
    Steve Gibson has a Heartbleed Router Scantool to download : http://download.crowdstrike.com/heartbleed/CSHeartbleedScanner.zip

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 27, 2014, 03:11:45 PM
    Steve Gibson has a Heartbleed Router Scantool to download : http://download.crowdstrike.com/heartbleed/CSHeartbleedScanner.zip (http://download.crowdstrike.com/heartbleed/CSHeartbleedScanner.zip)

    polonus
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398603691782-89858.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1398604148678-51756.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on April 27, 2014, 07:08:32 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    Also add scanning for TCP port 32764 for a vulnerability found in various access points.

    pol
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 05, 2014, 05:00:53 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1399301989216-38424.png)
    If you don't like the new interface, change it!
    https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/classicthemerestorer/ (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/classicthemerestorer/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on May 05, 2014, 05:16:16 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1399301989216-38424.png)
    If you don't like the new interface, change it!
    https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/classicthemerestorer/ (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/classicthemerestorer/)
    Since Firefox 29.0 with Australis theme is out on stable channel, Classic Theme Restorer is installed by 47 000 users.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2014, 03:53:43 PM
    Delete Your Accounts: Links and Phone Numbers to 65 Sites and Services (http://time.com/85918/delete-accounts/#)


    A Personal note:
    In real life, there is no "do over". You may be able to delete the information but,
    services like Google, Bing, etc never forget anything that they archive.
    The only way to prevent exposing these items that you're trying to delete,
    is to not make them available in the first place.
    Maybe we need to learn to think twice before we push that send button. :)
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on May 07, 2014, 07:14:08 PM
    Check your security score!

    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score

    Mine was "82".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on May 07, 2014, 07:40:02 PM
    Delete Your Accounts: Links and Phone Numbers to 65 Sites and Services (http://time.com/85918/delete-accounts/#)


    A Personal note:
    In real life, there is no "do over". You may be able to delete the information but,
    services like Google, Bing, etc never forget anything that they archive.
    The only way to prevent exposing these items that you're trying to delete,
    is to not make them available in the first place.
    Maybe we need to learn to think twice before we push that send button. :)

    I only have profiles on 3 of that list.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: AdrianH on May 07, 2014, 07:45:39 PM
    Check your security score!

    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score

    Mine was "82".

    "85"  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 07, 2014, 08:23:48 PM
    Check your security score!

    http://www.opswat.com/products/security-score

    Mine was "82".

    I certainly won't be downloading a program that needs installing (.msi file) to do any security check. I'm a trusting sort, NOT, even from opswat.
    Title: Creating and Managing Windows 7 and 8 System Restore Points the Really Easy Way
    Post by: Lisandro on May 19, 2014, 02:34:06 PM
    System Protection with its ability to make system restore points is an important tool for Windows maintenance and backup. Unfortunately, the standard way to access System Protection involves a number of steps. If you wish there was a better and quicker way to make restore points, here is a free utility that makes the whole process of creating and managing system restore points much simpler.

    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/creating-and-managing-windows-7-and-8-system-restore-points-really-easy-way.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 19, 2014, 03:24:17 PM
    System Protection with its ability to make system restore points is an important tool for Windows maintenance and backup. Unfortunately, the standard way to access System Protection involves a number of steps. If you wish there was a better and quicker way to make restore points, here is a free utility that makes the whole process of creating and managing system restore points much simpler.

    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/creating-and-managing-windows-7-and-8-system-restore-points-really-easy-way.htm


    I have long since given up on system restore as A) it doesn't cover everything, B) you can get unexpected results (issues with avast for one) and C) it isn't 100%, sometimes a restore point won't work, so you have to choose an even earlier one.

    I prefer to use drive imaging software to make a weekly exact copy of my partitions (and retain the last 6 images). I also do a daily (sometimes more frequent) backup of all volatile files, .doc, .xls, etc. etc. I also backup, emails, bookmarks, etc.
    Title: Re: Creating and Managing Windows 7 and 8 System Restore Points the Really Easy Way
    Post by: bob3160 on May 19, 2014, 03:33:31 PM
    System Protection with its ability to make system restore points is an important tool for Windows maintenance and backup. Unfortunately, the standard way to access System Protection involves a number of steps. If you wish there was a better and quicker way to make restore points, here is a free utility that makes the whole process of creating and managing system restore points much simpler.

    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/creating-and-managing-windows-7-and-8-system-restore-points-really-easy-way.htm (http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/creating-and-managing-windows-7-and-8-system-restore-points-really-easy-way.htm)
    Dear tech, you're just a little late at trying to make us aware of this program.
    I started using it quite a while ago, posted about it here:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg978997#msg978997 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg978997#msg978997)


    System restore has improved quite a bit from it's original release.
    There is still no substitute to a regular backup routine. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 20, 2014, 05:04:27 PM
    Get The Professional Version of MiniTool Partition Wizard for Free!
    http://www.partitionwizard.com/activity/gizmos/MiniTool-giveaway-on-Gizmos.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Dch48 on May 20, 2014, 08:06:39 PM
    I turn System Restore off and do a system backup with AOMEI Backupper after every patch Tuesday. I only keep the last one though.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 21, 2014, 03:02:30 PM
    If You Don't Want to Appear in Google Ads, Read This: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/if-you-dont-want-appear-google-ads-read.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on May 21, 2014, 03:48:47 PM
    I did that a long time ago. But for those unaware of this option this could be of value.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2014, 04:57:38 PM

    I did that a long time ago. But for those unaware of this option this could be of value.

    Sorry but until the very recent court ruling, this wasn't possible. :)
    More on this discussion at:
    http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=28748.msg1093636#msg1093636 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=28748.msg1093636#msg1093636)

    Sorry, wrong topic.  :-[
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 21, 2014, 05:18:40 PM
    If You Don't Want to Appear in Google Ads, Read This: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/if-you-dont-want-appear-google-ads-read.htm

    Personally I hadn't be aware of this function, but I'm generally very wary of all social networking. Yes I have a google account, but My settings don't share anything with circles, etc. I have no one in any circles, etc. and when given the option of any opt-out privacy wise I do so. But now I have applied this also.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2014, 05:27:48 PM
    Quote
    I have no one in any circles, etc.
    I feel hurt....  :(  (Just kidding)
    Privacy, how much or how little, is something each of us needs to decide on our own.
    In some countries, (EU) you have an actual  "right to privacy".
    In other counties, (US) privacy is a joke and the NSA is the one laughing.  :'(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on May 21, 2014, 05:33:42 PM
    I use Ghostery to block Google Analytics while surfing.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2014, 07:19:45 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1400692754833-46253.png) DuckDuckGo get an update and face lift (https://duckduckgo.com/whatsnew)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 25, 2014, 04:10:32 PM

    3 Free Remote Access Tools


    TeamViewer.com
    Link: http://www.teamviewer.com/ (http://www.teamviewer.com/)
    Price: Free for private use, licensing available for commercial usage


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    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 25, 2014, 10:28:41 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1403727978241-76650.png)
    http://hola.org/ (http://hola.org/)
    Sometimes it takes a log time to find out what sounds really good,
    is really something that's good to avoid. More info on why this should be avoided:
    https://blog.avast.com/2015/06/19/hola-hola-vpn-users-you-may-have-been-part-of-a-botnet/ (https://blog.avast.com/2015/06/19/hola-hola-vpn-users-you-may-have-been-part-of-a-botnet/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on June 26, 2014, 04:51:43 PM
    Microsoft hired agency to write fake reviews for IE!

    http://news.filehippo.com/2014/06/microsoft-hired-agency-to-pay-bloggers-to-write-fake-ie-reviews/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 26, 2014, 05:18:04 PM
    Microsoft hired agency to write fake reviews for IE!

    http://news.filehippo.com/2014/06/microsoft-hired-agency-to-pay-bloggers-to-write-fake-ie-reviews/ (http://news.filehippo.com/2014/06/microsoft-hired-agency-to-pay-bloggers-to-write-fake-ie-reviews/)
    If that surprises you, you still have a lot to learn. M$ isn't alone in that type of practice....
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 02, 2014, 12:14:09 PM
    Advancing our encryption and transparency efforts
    http://blogs.technet.com/b/microsoft_on_the_issues/archive/2014/06/30/advancing-our-encryption-and-transparency-efforts.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2014, 03:59:46 PM

    Some Useful Windows Shortcut Keys
    Using the Windows Key in combination with other Keys:


    WIN+R to launch RUN dialog box
    WIN+E to launch Windows Explorer
    WIN+L to lock
    WIN+P to launch Mobility Center or External Display selection screen
    WIN+X to show WIN+X menu (Windows 8 and later)
    WIN+C to show Charms Bar (Windows 8 and later)
    WIN+PrntScr to capture computer screen and save screenshot (Windows 8 and later)
    WIN+S or WIN+F to launch Search
    WIN+D to show the Desktop
    WIN+M to minimize all running programs windows
    WIN+SHIFT+M to restore all running programs windows
    WIN+Break to show System Properties
    WIN+B to set focus on system tray (Taskbar notification area) icons
    WIN+T to set focus on Taskbar buttons
    WIN+number key (0-9) to switch between Quick Launch toolbar or Taskbar buttons


    Disabling Some or All of these hotkeys can also be done.
    AskVG has a tutorial on that topic. (http://www.askvg.com/tip-how-to-disable-all-win-keyboard-shortcuts-hotkeys-in-windows/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 03, 2014, 02:57:34 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404392091832-61805.png)
    http://www.team-mediaportal.com/mediaportal-download (http://www.team-mediaportal.com/mediaportal-download)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 04, 2014, 09:33:59 PM

    If you're watching a YouTube Video and then decide you would like to download it,
    there's an easy way without any needed software:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404501504971-62123.png)
    Simply insert ss directly between the www. and the y in YouTube
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404501384080-18347.png)
    The resulting link will look like this:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404501714634-68989.png)
    and will take you to the following website:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404501811640-23152.png)
    Click on the Download button and decide which format of the video you want to download:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404501958180-2492.png)
    In this case, you have 2 choices 360p or 720p


    An easy way to remember this > Just insert ss >>>>  so simple. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 07, 2014, 04:46:21 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1404744250616-12515.png)
    "Why Can't I Connect? (https://www.whycanticonnect.com/)" makes it easier to resolve TCP/IP connection errors.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on July 08, 2014, 03:33:46 PM
    Dinner Time App
    http://www.dinnertimeapp.com/ (http://www.dinnertimeapp.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on July 08, 2014, 11:21:17 PM
    System News:

    Supplies of DRAM and NAND flash chips to fall short of demand in 2H14
    http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20140708PD204.html (http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20140708PD204.html)
    Will SanDisk Corp's New Product Revolutionize the Storage Industry?
    http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2014/07/08/will-sandisk-corps-new-product-revolutionize-the-s.aspx (http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2014/07/08/will-sandisk-corps-new-product-revolutionize-the-s.aspx)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2014, 01:43:58 PM
                      (http://officeblogswest.blob.core.windows.net/wp-content/migrated-images/06/6116.SUMMARY_15MinWebinar_258x143.png)
    Free Office webinars every Tuesday, watch videos anytime (http://blogs.office.com/2013/03/19/free-office-webinars-every-tuesday-watch-videos-anytime/)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on July 13, 2014, 04:58:44 PM
    Largest collection of FREE Microsoft eBooks ever, including: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Office 2013, Office 365, Office 2010, SharePoint 2013, Dynamics CRM, PowerShell, Exchange Server, Lync 2013, System Center, Azure, Cloud, SQL Server, and much more
    http://blogs.msdn.com/b/mssmallbiz/archive/2014/07/07/largest-collection-of-free-microsoft-ebooks-ever-including-windows-8-1-windows-8-windows-7-office-2013-office-365-office-2010-sharepoint-2013-dynamics-crm-powershell-exchange-server-lync-2013-system-center-azure-cloud-sql.aspx (http://blogs.msdn.com/b/mssmallbiz/archive/2014/07/07/largest-collection-of-free-microsoft-ebooks-ever-including-windows-8-1-windows-8-windows-7-office-2013-office-365-office-2010-sharepoint-2013-dynamics-crm-powershell-exchange-server-lync-2013-system-center-azure-cloud-sql.aspx)

    All free!  (PDF, docx, doc, epub, mobi. and zip formats)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 13, 2014, 05:17:55 PM
    Largest collection of FREE Microsoft eBooks ever
    Too late, Bob beat you to it https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=111724.msg1103679
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2014, 07:24:34 PM
    Largest collection of FREE Microsoft eBooks ever, including: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Office 2013, Office 365, Office 2010, SharePoint 2013, Dynamics CRM, PowerShell, Exchange Server, Lync 2013, System Center, Azure, Cloud, SQL Server, and much more
    http://blogs.msdn.com/b/mssmallbiz/archive/2014/07/07/largest-collection-of-free-microsoft-ebooks-ever-including-windows-8-1-windows-8-windows-7-office-2013-office-365-office-2010-sharepoint-2013-dynamics-crm-powershell-exchange-server-lync-2013-system-center-azure-cloud-sql.aspx (http://blogs.msdn.com/b/mssmallbiz/archive/2014/07/07/largest-collection-of-free-microsoft-ebooks-ever-including-windows-8-1-windows-8-windows-7-office-2013-office-365-office-2010-sharepoint-2013-dynamics-crm-powershell-exchange-server-lync-2013-system-center-azure-cloud-sql.aspx)

    All free!  (PDF, docx, doc, epub, mobi. and zip formats)
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=111724.msg1103679#msg1103679 (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=111724.msg1103679#msg1103679) :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 15, 2014, 10:35:03 AM
    The future of Java on Windows XP
    https://blogs.oracle.com/henrik/entry/the_future_of_java_on
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 15, 2014, 03:11:15 PM
    The future of Java on Windows XP
    https://blogs.oracle.com/henrik/entry/the_future_of_java_on (https://blogs.oracle.com/henrik/entry/the_future_of_java_on)
    I didn't know Windows XP still has a future ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 15, 2014, 03:20:31 PM
    The future of Java on Windows XP
    https://blogs.oracle.com/henrik/entry/the_future_of_java_on (https://blogs.oracle.com/henrik/entry/the_future_of_java_on)
    I didn't know Windows XP still has a future ???
    Maybe not for long, but at least for a while... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 18, 2014, 03:34:12 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1405690244294-53217.png)

    NetAdapter Repair (http://sourceforge.net/projects/netadapter/) is an All In One program that allows a user to effectively troubleshoot
    and repair common problems with windows networking adapters.
    (Thanks to Bill Mullins (http://billmullins.wordpress.com/2014/07/18/tech-thoughts-daily-net-news-july-18-2014/) for finding this gem.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 18, 2014, 04:17:24 PM
    AV Comparatives March - June 2014
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1405692951829-39686.png)
    http://www.av-comparatives.org/real-world-protection-test-march-june-2014/ (http://www.av-comparatives.org/real-world-protection-test-march-june-2014/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 18, 2014, 04:43:49 PM
    Easier to view in pic and direct link to the statistics http://chart.av-comparatives.org/chart1.php

    Still waiting for some improvement from avast :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 18, 2014, 05:31:45 PM
    Easier to view in pic and direct link to the statistics hXXp://chart.av-comparatives.org/chart1.php

    Still waiting for some improvement from avast<$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />

    Whilst it is easier to do so, av-comparatives.org don't like direct links to content, but links to the main site.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 18, 2014, 05:40:43 PM
    Easier to view in pic and direct link to the statistics hXXp://chart.av-comparatives.org/chart1.php

    Still waiting for some improvement from avast<$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />

    Whilst it is easier to do so, av-comparatives.org don't like direct links to content, but links to the main site.
    Really! on the paged link I provided at the bottom it asks if I want to create a link to the chart which is what I did as advised by AV-Comparatives.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 18, 2014, 05:51:27 PM
    Easier to view in pic and direct link to the statistics hXXp://chart.av-comparatives.org/chart1.php

    Still waiting for some improvement from avast<$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />

    Whilst it is easier to do so, av-comparatives.org don't like direct links to content, but links to the main site.
    Really! on the paged link I provided at the bottom it asks if I want to create a link to the chart which is what I did as advised by AV-Comparatives.
    The picture of the chart I posted wasn't meant to be used for information.
    I posted a link to the main site where you have access to everything if you are interested.:)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 18, 2014, 05:59:18 PM
    The picture of the chart I posted wasn't meant to be used for information.
    I posted a link to the main site where you had access to everything if you where interested. :)
    Not a problem Bob, I just figured that if a picture was going to be displayed it might as well contain a quick glossary of the information which would be enough for many of those who don't want to navigate to the website.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 18, 2014, 06:03:32 PM
    The picture of the chart I posted wasn't meant to be used for information.
    I posted a link to the main site where you had access to everything if you where interested.<$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />
    Not a problem Bob, I just figured that if a picture was going to be displayed it might as well contain a quick glossary of the information which would be enough for many of those who don't want to navigate to the website.
    You may not realize it but, it takes quite a bit of resources to bring up the picture using your link. The discussion should be about the merits of the review. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 18, 2014, 06:12:26 PM
    You may not realize it but, it takes quite a bit of resources to bring up the picture using your link. The discussion should be about the merits of the review. :)
    No more resources than your link I find and my first post was concerned with the test reviews :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 22, 2014, 05:52:12 PM
     (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1406044187507-28144.png)
    A plugin for Chrome and Firefox (https://www.eff.org/privacybadger)
    Let me know what you think.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on July 22, 2014, 06:47:57 PM
    @bob3160
    I tried alpha version in Opera Developer and I am not impressed at all.
    Privacy Badger uses ABP code and only blocks 3rd party tracking similar to built in Tracking Protection in IE11.
    It looks like it is blocking some stuff that ABP is not blocking (Google things),but those are whitelisted in EasyList
    and EasyPrivacy filter lists because otherwise some elements on websites are broken.
    Maybe in the future I'll try Privacy Badger again.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 22, 2014, 07:10:48 PM
    Thanks for the input. That's why I asked. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on July 23, 2014, 01:48:55 PM
    Satya Nadella Just Made The Single Best (And Most Obvious) Decision For Microsoft Windows
    http://www.businessinsider.com/nadella-merges-windows-phone-windows-2014-7


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 25, 2014, 04:59:34 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1406300359035-21711.png)
    Free Hide IP (http://www.free-hideip.com) - keep your IP address from being shown to others.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on July 27, 2014, 08:23:09 PM
    i guess you have all seen these smart watches from Samsung / Sony and .......

    next smart shoes .... dont buy these Essexboy, it will tell the wife that you have been at the pub   ;D

    India’s Answer to Google Glass: The Smartshoe
    http://blogs.wsj.com/indiarealtime/2014/07/24/indias-answer-to-google-glass-the-smartshoe/

    http://www.engadget.com/2014/07/24/vibrating-shoe-navigation/

    http://www.duceretech.com/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on July 28, 2014, 08:08:58 PM
    Encrypt your files before they sync to Dropbox®, Box®, Google Drive™, OneDrive® or any other folder on your devices.
    https://www.viivo.com/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 29, 2014, 07:00:57 PM
    Satya Nadella Just Made The Single Best (And Most Obvious) Decision For Microsoft Windows
    http://www.businessinsider.com/nadella-merges-windows-phone-windows-2014-7

    Additional reading here http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-9-rumors-features-2014-7

    Maybe it's still W8 and see.  ::)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 29, 2014, 07:28:25 PM
    Satya Nadella Just Made The Single Best (And Most Obvious) Decision For Microsoft Windows
    http://www.businessinsider.com/nadella-merges-windows-phone-windows-2014-7

    Additional reading here http://www.businessinsider.com/windows-9-rumors-features-2014-7

    Maybe it's still W8 and see.  ::)

    Such a shame it has taken over two years from the initial fiasco of win8, given the shed loads of negative reviews in the early trials. But they knew better and carried on regardless in the face of these negative reviews.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 29, 2014, 07:58:09 PM
    I've never understood why people complain so much over the old style start menu, simply clicking on the windows key in win8 gives faster access to a full start menu that is much more visible imo
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 29, 2014, 08:03:48 PM
    Concerning Win8 this chart speaks for itself...http://www.w3schools.com/browsers/browsers_os.asp
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: !Donovan on July 29, 2014, 08:06:32 PM
    I've never understood why people complain so much over the old style start menu, simply clicking on the windows key in win8 gives faster access to a full start menu that is much more visible imo

    The metro start also goes out of memory after long periods of no use, making it lag somewhat (5-20 seconds) when pressing the Start Button on cheaper machines.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on July 29, 2014, 08:22:45 PM
    I've never understood why people complain so much over the old style start menu, simply clicking on the windows key in win8 gives faster access to a full start menu that is much more visible imo

    The metro start also goes out of memory after long periods of no use, making it lag somewhat (5-20 seconds) when pressing the Start Button on cheaper machines.
    Don't have that problem on any of my 3 personal win8 systems, the cheaper two still have 4Gb memory though and the Asus laptop has 16Gb.

    It might depend on how much crap people are trying to run on those cheap systems ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 29, 2014, 09:02:20 PM
    Concerning Win8 this chart speaks for itself...http://www.w3schools.com/browsers/browsers_os.asp

    Well that chart is only for the w3schools site so doesn't accurately represent country or worldwide stats.

    Quote from: extract
    Anyway, our data, collected from W3Schools' log-files, over many years, clearly shows the long term trends.

    "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics."
    Benjamin Disraeli
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 29, 2014, 09:54:02 PM
    It may not be the most accurate but it does give a viewer a general idea.

    This one Shows basically the same trend... http://www.netmarketshare.com/operating-system-market-share.aspx?qprid=10&qpcustomd=0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 29, 2014, 10:06:37 PM
    It may not be the most accurate but it does give a viewer a general idea.

    This one Shows basically the same trend... http://www.netmarketshare.com/operating-system-market-share.aspx?qprid=10&qpcustomd=0

    It might show a trend, but the OS figures (%) are like chalk and cheese compared to w3schools site stats.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 29, 2014, 10:07:38 PM
    lifehacker names avast most popular antivirus!

    http://lifehacker.com/five-best-desktop-antivirus-applications-1607557993/1609811791/+alanhenry/+alanhenry
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 29, 2014, 10:10:12 PM
    It may not be the most accurate but it does give a viewer a general idea.

    This one Shows basically the same trend... http://www.netmarketshare.com/operating-system-market-share.aspx?qprid=10&qpcustomd=0

    It might show a trend, but the OS figures (%) are like chalk and cheese compared to w3schools site stats.

    When more than one site show the same trend I take notice.
    People are waiting before moving to another Microsoft OS.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 29, 2014, 10:48:52 PM
    It may not be the most accurate but it does give a viewer a general idea.

    This one Shows basically the same trend... http://www.netmarketshare.com/operating-system-market-share.aspx?qprid=10&qpcustomd=0

    It might show a trend, but the OS figures (%) are like chalk and cheese compared to w3schools site stats.

    When more than one site show the same trend I take notice.
    People are waiting before moving to another Microsoft OS.

    I don't follow trends, I follow my requirements.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2014, 01:16:19 PM

    (http://core5.staticworld.net/images/article/2014/01/chrome_logo-100225494-large.jpg)
    64 bit Chrome browser beta now available for testing. (https://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/beta.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 02, 2014, 09:59:03 PM
    AV-Test Shows Malwarebytes is #1 Malware Killer (http://www.davescomputertips.com/av-test-shows-malwarebytes-is-1-malware-killer/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on August 02, 2014, 10:58:42 PM
    Always knew MBAM works! And that is why malware removal specialists use MBAM.
    The "final results" chart does not bode well for avast. That is if you go by these tests.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on August 02, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
    Always knew MBAM works! And that is why malware removal specialists use MBAM.
    The "final results" chart does not bode well for avast. That is if you go by these tests.
    To me, detection and infection prevention are more important for a product like Avast. Removal of anything that may rarely get by is where the free MBAM has always shone.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 03, 2014, 12:36:58 AM
    We recommend Malwarebytes as a companion to avast!.
    Together, they make a great combination.
    avast! isn't supposed to detect many of the things that Malwarebytes specializes in stopping.
    For me, it's a team effort that keeps my system safe.
    avast! Fee and Malwarebytes are just two of those team members. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2014, 02:55:52 PM
             (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1407243258734-38645.png)
    https://www.vpnbrowser.org/ (https://www.vpnbrowser.org/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2014, 03:28:21 PM
             (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1407243258734-38645.png)
    https://www.vpnbrowser.org/ (https://www.vpnbrowser.org/)
    In case anyone wonders if this actually works,
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1407245148340-63842.png)
    I may not currently be home but, my assignment took me to NY which is not
    on the other side of the Atlantic. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on August 05, 2014, 05:44:30 PM
    You might have slipped over there...you get around more than anyone I know! ;D  Have a nice week Bob!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2014, 05:54:03 PM
    You might have slipped over there...you get around more than anyone I know!<$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />  Have a nice week Bob!
    Working in NY, NJ and today I'll be in Danbury Connecticut (http://dacs.org/protecting-yourself-your-computer-and-your-identity/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2014, 12:46:33 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1407408167981-80800.png)
    If you're getting too much email, Gmail just made unsubscribing easier
    by putting the unsubscribe option at the top of your email.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 11, 2014, 01:23:21 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1407756171509-14986.png)
    A Flashback to 1994 (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/discover/1994/) - Do you remember?

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on August 12, 2014, 12:53:43 AM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1407756171509-14986.png)
    A Flashback to 1994 (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/discover/1994/) - Do you remember?
    I only got on line in 1999 so I never saw that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 12, 2014, 12:31:35 PM
    'snip'

    A Flashback to 1994 (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/discover/1994/) - Do you remember?
    I only got on line in 1999 so I never saw that.
    There will always be late bloomers. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 18, 2014, 12:48:51 PM

    (http://techtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Chrome-crash.jpg)
    Microsoft pulls its August Windows update after users report crashes (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2465631/microsoft-pulls-august-windows-update-after-crashes.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on August 19, 2014, 08:52:47 PM

    (http://techtrickz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Chrome-crash.jpg)
    Microsoft pulls its August Windows update after users report crashes (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2465631/microsoft-pulls-august-windows-update-after-crashes.html)
    I had no issues and one part of the article is wrong.

    Quote
    If you have downloaded the updates already, don’t worry—there is a fix, but it will also require a bit of tinkering with the registry file. The same security bulletin details the steps you’ll need to take: You’ll need to enter the Windows Recovery Environment, delete the fntcache.dat file, reboot, export the file, delete the file again, uninstall the updates, reboot, and reimport the font file. (Be sure to use the linked support document above as your guide.)

    This goes too far. All you have to do is go into safe Mode, delete the FNTCACHE.dat file, and then reboot. Problem solved as reported in many places. There is no need to remove the update.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 26, 2014, 10:03:09 AM
    China targets own operating system to take on likes of Microsoft, Google
    http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/08/24/us-china-technology-idUSKBN0GO08H20140824
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 26, 2014, 05:56:39 PM
                        Ultimate Settings Panel (http://www.techygeekshome.co.uk/2014/08/usp.html)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1409068566573-62192.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on August 27, 2014, 12:57:47 PM
    The USB Condom.  http://www.usbcondoms.com

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 28, 2014, 03:28:01 PM
    Windows XP 'Unofficial Service Pack 4' brings updates to Microsoft's obsolete OS (http://www.neowin.net/news/windows-xp-unofficial-service-pack-4-brings-updates-to-microsofts-obsolete-os)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1409232470472-27385.png)
    Detail at: http://www.ryanvm.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=10321&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0 (http://www.ryanvm.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=10321&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on August 28, 2014, 03:42:32 PM
    Hi Bob I installed that on my VM a while back and it installed with no problem
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 28, 2014, 07:00:56 PM
    Hi Bob I installed that on my VM a while back and it installed with no problem
    Glad to hear that. Now I can let those attending my presentations who are still using Windows XP know how to stay a little more secure.




    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on August 29, 2014, 07:35:28 PM
    Windows XP 'Unofficial Service Pack 4' brings updates to Microsoft's obsolete OS (http://www.neowin.net/news/windows-xp-unofficial-service-pack-4-brings-updates-to-microsofts-obsolete-os)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1409232470472-27385.png)
    Detail at: http://www.ryanvm.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=10321&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0 (http://www.ryanvm.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=10321&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0)

    Wow, Big Update.
    Took 2 hrs to complete on my system



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 29, 2014, 08:52:08 PM
    I'd appreciate knowing when someone actually received an update through this build.
    Thanks. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on August 29, 2014, 09:12:36 PM
    Dropbox has dropped the price   ;)       or more correct 1TB for a bit lower then previous 200GB price




    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on August 29, 2014, 09:53:30 PM
    I'd appreciate knowing when someone actually received an update through this build.
    Thanks. :)

    Will let you know.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on August 29, 2014, 10:18:31 PM
    I received updates when I was using the beta a month after xp udates ended
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 30, 2014, 12:13:01 AM
    I'd appreciate knowing when someone actually received an update through this build.
    Thanks.<$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />

    Will let you know. <$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />
    I received updates when I was using the beta a month after xp udates ended
    Thanks. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on August 30, 2014, 12:27:26 AM
    I'm beside my xp right now and it has now started to Automatically download updates as I type. :)

    Total of 10 updates, interestingly a few I've never seen before but to  be expected.

    Several Security Updates for WEPOS and POSReady 2009

    Edit: Addition info.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on September 01, 2014, 06:24:01 AM
    Bob...there could be a "Nobel Prize" in this for you! Well, maybe a nice cruise!!! ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 08, 2014, 05:54:33 PM
    Stop Malware with New Metascan Online Extension for Chrome
    https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome


    Quote
    The extension allows users to scan all downloads from within the browser, harnessing the power of 40+ commercial anti-malware engines with a single click.

    you find it here   https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/metascan?hl=no   see video there
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on September 08, 2014, 06:20:05 PM
    Stop Malware with New Metascan Online Extension for Chrome
    https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome


    Quote
    The extension allows users to scan all downloads from within the browser, harnessing the power of 40+ commercial anti-malware engines with a single click.

    This connection is untrusted warning when clicking on the link in Firefox and Pale Moon.Probably is nothing
    serious.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 08, 2014, 06:25:50 PM
    Stop Malware with New Metascan Online Extension for Chrome
    https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome


    Quote
    The extension allows users to scan all downloads from within the browser, harnessing the power of 40+ commercial anti-malware engines with a single click.

    This connection is untrusted warning when clicking on the link in Firefox and Pale Moon.Probably is nothing
    serious.

    Yeh, I also got an invalid/out of date Certificate warning when connecting to the link
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 08, 2014, 06:29:22 PM
    so did i with chrome .... you have to click past it if you trust OPSWAT   ;)    http://www.opswat.com/



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2014, 02:44:48 AM
    so did i with chrome .... you have to click past it if you trust OPSWAT  <$1alt="" title="" onresizestart="return false;" id="smiley__$2" style="padding: 0 3px 0 3px;" />    http://www.opswat.com/ (http://www.opswat.com/)
    Avast does :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2014, 02:45:01 PM
    Stop Malware with New Metascan Online Extension for Chrome
    https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome (https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome)


    Quote
    The extension allows users to scan all downloads from within the browser, harnessing the power of 40+ commercial anti-malware engines with a single click.

    you find it here   https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/metascan?hl=no (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/metascan?hl=no)   see video there
    It certainly slows down your downloads. Even small files take time to download since they first need to be scanned by 40 AV's.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1410266670402-10874.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 11, 2014, 09:11:35 AM
    have anyone tested this ?     https://ninite.com/


    Quote
    Ninite will

    start working as soon as you run it
    not bother you with any choices or options
    install apps in their default location
    say no to toolbars or extra junk
    install 64-bit apps on 64-bit machines
    install apps in your PC's language or one you choose
    do all its work in the background
    install the latest stable version of an app
    skip up-to-date apps
    skip any reboot requests from installers
    use your proxy settings from Internet Explorer
    download apps from each publisher's official site
    verify digital signatures or hashes before running anything
    work best if you turn off any web filters or firewalls
    save you a lot of time!


    Quote
    Ninite Pro helps you manage apps on your whole network for just $20/month for 100 machines. It's licensed for business use, faster because of its download cache, works offline, can uninstall apps, has options to disable built-in updaters and desktop shortcuts … we could go on, but there's a whole page for that.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 11, 2014, 09:18:13 AM
    Stop Malware with New Metascan Online Extension for Chrome
    https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome (https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome)


    Quote
    The extension allows users to scan all downloads from within the browser, harnessing the power of 40+ commercial anti-malware engines with a single click.

    you find it here   https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/metascan?hl=no (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/metascan?hl=no)   see video there
    It certainly slows down your downloads. Even small files take time to download since they first need to be scanned by 40 AV's.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1410266670402-10874.png)
    But i guess it is quicker then first download, then upload to VT or Metascan and scan

    VT has a option also, a uploader tool you install on your comp ..... may save you some time
    https://www.virustotal.com/en/documentation/desktop-applications/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 15, 2014, 12:55:34 PM
              Secure your Google account (https://www.google.com/settings/security):
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1410778286010-38305.png)
    If you use Google, this should be maintained, updated and, checked on a regular basis.


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1410778839560-90.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on September 15, 2014, 01:04:02 PM
    Will check it out when im home, doesnt work on my phone.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 16, 2014, 05:01:42 PM
    Do we really need Windows registry cleaners?
    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/do-we-really-need-windows-registry-cleaners.htm

    Shortly: for performance reasons? NO.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on September 17, 2014, 10:26:57 PM
    Do we really need Windows registry cleaners?
    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/do-we-really-need-windows-registry-cleaners.htm

    Shortly: for performance reasons? NO.
    The performance benefits are likely minimal after the machine boots, but a cleaned registry can give you faster boot times. There is also the fact that sometimes, leftover registry entries from uninstalled programs can cause conflicts and problems when installing new things. I always use the registry cleaning part of CCleaner when uninstalling things and often also will run the Auslogics cleaner.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 17, 2014, 10:46:15 PM
    Do we really need Windows registry cleaners?
    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/do-we-really-need-windows-registry-cleaners.htm

    Shortly: for performance reasons? NO.
    The performance benefits are likely minimal after the machine boots, but a cleaned registry can give you faster boot times. There is also the fact that sometimes, leftover registry entries from uninstalled programs can cause conflicts and problems when installing new things. I always use the registry cleaning part of CCleaner when uninstalling things and often also will run the Auslogics cleaner.
    That still doesn't mean it's a recommended item for the novice or average computer user.
    I do many things on my computer or on a computer I may be helping to repair. I would never recommend
    those tools to the person whose computer I fix.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on September 17, 2014, 11:32:10 PM
    I always create registry backup before cleaning, but I never was in situation to use that backup.
    I agree that average users should be very careful with registry cleaners.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 18, 2014, 07:22:11 PM
    I was doing some updates and changes an noticed the following:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1411060604652-80513.png)
    If you want Avast's SAFEPRICE, you'll need to install it separately.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1411060788294-16350.png)



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2014, 04:02:37 PM

    (https://billmullins.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/wps7e8a-tmp_thumb.png?w=500&h=312)
    LastActivityView (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/computer_activity_view.html) is a tool for Windows operating system that collects information from various sources on a running system, and displays a log of actions made by the user and events occurred on this computer. The activity displayed by LastActivityView includes: Running .exe file, Opening open/save dialog-box, Opening file/folder from Explorer or other software, software installation, system shutdown/start, application or system crash, network connection/disconnection and more...
    Click here to download the program (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/lastactivityview.zip)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on September 26, 2014, 01:02:43 AM
    I don't know where should I post this ???

    iPhone 6 Plus Bend Test
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znK652H6yQM&feature=player_embedded

    Think about it before you buy an iPhone 6 Plus otherwise it a complete waste of money ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 29, 2014, 02:55:42 PM

    (http://singularlabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CCEnhancerUI.png)
    CCEnhancer (http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/) is a small tool which adds support for over 1,000 new programs
    into the popular program CCleaner. The tool uses the winapp2.ini system built into CCleaner
    to easily add new rules and definitions for programs. The rules were sourced mainly from the
    Piriform Support Forum, with several sourced from other places around the internet.
    The latest version is 4.1 I've used this tool for several years.
    Download available at: http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/download-ccenhancer/ (http://singularlabs.com/software/ccenhancer/download-ccenhancer/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on September 29, 2014, 07:59:26 PM
    Stop Malware with New Metascan Online Extension for Chrome
    https://metascan-nl.cloudapp.net/blog/stop-malware-with-new-metascan-online-extension-for-chrome


    Quote
    The extension allows users to scan all downloads from within the browser, harnessing the power of 40+ commercial anti-malware engines with a single click.

    This connection is untrusted warning when clicking on the link in Firefox and Pale Moon.Probably is nothing
    serious.

    Yeh, I also got an invalid/out of date Certificate warning when connecting to the link

    Sorry about the Certificate warnings, everyone.  Here's the correct link: https://www.metascan-online.com/blog/opswat-announces-launch-of-metascan-online-for-chrome. Thanks for mentioning us, Pondus!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 01, 2014, 02:54:29 PM
    (http://www.annvideo.com/images/freebox.png)  Ann Free Video Converter (http://www.annvideo.com/)
    Convert all types of videos to the format you want.
    Almost all video formats can be converted.
    Ann Free Video Converter can freely convert all video formats to
    AVI, IPOD, PSP, MPEG, MOV, WMV, RMVB video files, and extract audio to MP3 files.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 01, 2014, 06:20:19 PM
    Want to test windows 10 ?   ;)    http://preview.windows.com

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 01, 2014, 06:25:49 PM
    GEGeek Tech Toolkit is a portable software collection for Windows
    http://www.ghacks.net/2014/08/01/gegeek-tech-toolkit-portable-software-collection-windows/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 01, 2014, 06:44:01 PM
    Want to test windows 10 ?   ;)    http://windows.microsoft.com/windows/preview
    Link doesn't work
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 01, 2014, 06:48:48 PM
    Want to test windows 10 ?   ;)    http://windows.microsoft.com/windows/preview
    Link doesn't work
    EDIT .... does it work now?

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 01, 2014, 06:53:44 PM
    Yep!  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 01, 2014, 07:13:31 PM
    Want to test windows 10 ?   ;)    http://windows.microsoft.com/windows/preview
    Link doesn't work

    EDIT .... does it work now?

    Worked for me - but then MS wanted me to install Silverlight to view the content - thanks but no thanks.

    MS are still pushing this (silverlight) dead horse.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 01, 2014, 07:22:05 PM
    Want to test windows 10 ?   ;)    http://preview.windows.com
    The link works now but since I'd never use most of the things they probably want feedback on the most, I see no use in trying it out. Plus I don't want to mess up my system. Maybe I'll try it in a separate partition on my Win 7 laptop, if that's possible.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 01, 2014, 07:31:16 PM
    Worked for me - but then MS wanted me to install Silverlight to view the content - thanks but no thanks.

    MS are still pushing this (silverlight) dead horse.
    No Silverlight here and the content/video was watchable for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 01, 2014, 07:43:02 PM
    Worked for me - but then MS wanted me to install Silverlight to view the content - thanks but no thanks.

    MS are still pushing this (silverlight) dead horse.
    No Silverlight here and the content/video was watchable for me.

    You may be ducking under the radar using IE11 - using firefox it is asking to install silverlight (no way).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 01, 2014, 07:55:20 PM
    Possibly :-\ I get offered Silverlight via windows update but never accept it so I'm not sure of IE's functionality without it being prior installed.

    I also never see popups for anything telling me I need some other software to view something...I think Adguard automatically blocks all that stuff for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 02, 2014, 01:07:41 AM
    I understand DavidR. In my case, still running XP and IE 8 with the last Silverlight for XP and IE 8, I have no problems visiting MS, but if I go there with FF, MS always says I have to install Silverlight and the version is totally different than the one I got.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 06, 2014, 07:19:46 PM
     ;D    Least useful hack ever puts Windows 95 on your smartwatch
    http://www.theverge.com/2014/10/5/6910791/least-useful-hack-ever-puts-windows-95-on-your-smartwatch

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 06, 2014, 08:53:48 PM
    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 2.0.3 Release Candidate 1
    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?/topic/158226-malwarebytes-anti-malware-203-release-candidate-1/

    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 2.0.3 RC 1 - Known Issues
    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?/topic/158224-malwarebytes-anti-malware-203-rc-1-known-issues/


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 06, 2014, 09:09:32 PM
    Too many issues to warrant installing.... IMHO
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on October 07, 2014, 07:07:40 PM
    Too many issues to warrant installing.... IMHO
    I'm sure that Malwarebytes will have most, if not all, issues fixed in their final OEM release.  Why it's called Release Candidate 1.  All issues noted in release notes are present, but core functions work just fine in the free version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 07, 2014, 07:44:31 PM
    Too many issues to warrant installing.... IMHO
    I'm sure that Malwarebytes will have most, if not all, issues fixed in their final OEM release.  Why it's called Release Candidate 1.  All issues noted in release notes are present, but core functions work just fine in the free version.

    Unfortunately there are still issues in what was the final release of 2.0.2, so I shan't hold my breath on this one on release.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2014, 12:45:15 PM
    There's a new version on Skype available:
    http://www.neowin.net/news/skype-gets-a-new-ui-downloads-now-available-for-windows-and-os-x (http://www.neowin.net/news/skype-gets-a-new-ui-downloads-now-available-for-windows-and-os-x)


    Installing it also put Unchecky (http://unchecky.com/) to work
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1412937514438-7715.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2014, 01:44:47 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1412940949895-25169.png)

    Honeyview (http://www.bandisoft.com/honeyview/) is a very fast image viewer supporting various formats.
    It also supports viewing the images in compressed ZIP, RAR, or 7z files without extraction.
    If an image has GPS information, the location can be viewed on Google Maps, and users can store preferred photos.
    (Their compression program Bandizip (http://www.bandisoft.com/bandizip/) isn't bad either.)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on October 10, 2014, 07:28:50 PM
    That is very funny. ;D ;D ;D
    And here I thought my AV would catch that!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2014, 03:19:41 AM
    A rule every computer user needs to learn:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1413767647491-58121.png)
    When all else fails, reboot. It might just fix your problem.

    That also goes for your router when you're having internet problems!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1413767835742-81903.png)
    If that doesn't cure what ails you, come back here and ask for specific help.
    Don't forget to give us as much information as possible. It's your computer
    and we aren't mind readers. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Chris Thomas on October 21, 2014, 07:45:06 AM
    Ubuntu 15.04 Is Called Vivid Vervet


    (http://i1-news.softpedia-static.com/images/news2/Ubuntu-15-04-Is-Called-Vivid-Vervet-462621-2.jpg)


    http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/10/ubuntu-15-04-named-vivid-vervet


    Quote
    This is a time when every electronic thing can be an Internet thing, and that’s a chance for us to bring our platform, with its security and its long term support, to a vast and important field. In a world where almost any device can be smart, and also subverted, our shared efforts to make trusted and trustworthy systems might find fertile ground.

    Talking of plans for the release Shuttleworth states one goal is to “show the way past a simple Internet of things, to a world of Internet things-you-can-trust.”

    Ubuntu 15.04 is due for release in April 2015.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 21, 2014, 10:53:50 PM
    Windows 10 for free!

    I'll believe it when it happens.

    http://news.filehippo.com/2014/10/windows-10-will-free-personal-users%E2%80%8F/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 21, 2014, 11:01:38 PM
    Windows 10 for free!

    I'll believe it when it happens.

    http://news.filehippo.com/2014/10/windows-10-will-free-personal-users%E2%80%8F/
    Me too. But very good news :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 21, 2014, 11:51:49 PM
    Windows 10 for free!

    I'll believe it when it happens.

    http://news.filehippo.com/2014/10/windows-10-will-free-personal-users%E2%80%8F/

    There are lots of media articles that are thinking that those who paid for win8 could well get win10 as a free upgrade. I guess we will have to wait and see.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2014, 12:19:51 AM
    Windows 10 for free!I'll believe it when it happens.http://news.filehippo.com/2014/10/windows-10-will-free-personal-users%E2%80%8F/ (http://news.filehippo.com/2014/10/windows-10-will-free-personal-users%E2%80%8F/)
    There are lots of media articles that are thinking that those who paid for win8 could well get win10 as a free upgrade. I guess we will have to wait and see.
    There is also a rumor that if you get a version of Windows 10 where Bing is your search provider, it will be free.
    The rumor mill is open. The speculations are flying and, on the day the product is released, we'll actually know who has been
    giving us the correct information.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 22, 2014, 05:57:39 PM
    That's a good one. Win10 if you use Bing as your search engine for free.
    I use Firefox and use Google as my search engine. I guess I lose.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 22, 2014, 06:07:15 PM
    I have even seen rumors that Windows 10 will be free, or offered at a very reduced price, to users of XP, Vista, and 7. We'll just have to wait and see.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 22, 2014, 07:46:32 PM
    Don't you just love rumors?
    I'm almost sorry I posted what I did about Win10.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 23, 2014, 12:21:15 PM
    After 15 years as shareware, Ad Muncher is now completely free  8)
    http://www.admuncher.com/free
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 23, 2014, 04:51:51 PM
    After 15 years as shareware, Ad Muncher is now completely free  8)
    http://www.admuncher.com/free

    AdBlockPlus add-on for firefox (and its Chrome browser variant) have been free since inception ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2014, 04:19:37 PM
    Browse in private mode:


    Firefox: Ctrl/Cmd+Shift+P
    Chrome: Ctrl/Cmd+Shift+N
    Safari: Safari/Private Browsing
    Internet Explorer: Ctrl/Cmd+Shift+P


    More tips at: https://time.com/3534680/best-private-browsing-tools/ (https://time.com/3534680/best-private-browsing-tools/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 24, 2014, 04:41:02 PM
    I'm not sure about the other browsers but with IE you can also just right click the IE icon and choose "start in private browsing"
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 24, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
    I'm not sure about the other browsers but with IE you can also just right click the IE icon and choose "start in private browsing"
    Or, if IE is already open, click on the tools icon, then on Safety,and then InPrivate Browsing. I usually forget about it though so rarely use it. I hate using key combinations.

    Hmm, ctrl+shift+P does nothing for me in IE.
    Ahh, you have to hold the keys down for a second or two. Then it opens a new instance of IE on the task bar and you have to click on that. Doing it through the tools menu opens the new window automatically. Yet another strike against shortcut keys  ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 24, 2014, 05:22:19 PM
    Shortcut keys method opens the new private page on screen for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 25, 2014, 06:31:19 PM
    Shortcut keys method opens the new private page on screen for me.
    Not for me and it only opens in the taskbar like 1 out of 10 times. Usually, it does nothing at all.

    Ahh it works if I press WINDOWS+Ctrl+Shift+P, but that's not how it was presented.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on October 25, 2014, 06:39:19 PM
    Shortcut keys method opens the new private page on screen for me.
    Not for me and it only opens in the taskbar like 1 out of 10 times. Usually, it does nothing at all.

    Ahh it works if I press WINDOWS+Ctrl+Shift+P, but that's not how it was presented.

    Yup ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on October 26, 2014, 03:09:32 PM
    Nice tool and extension and app: http://knowurl.com/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 29, 2014, 02:19:22 PM
    Expanding data loss prevention (DLP) to SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, Windows File Share and Office applications
    http://blogs.office.com/2014/10/28/expanding-data-loss-prevention-dlp-sharepoint-online-onedrive-business-windows-file-share-office-clients/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 29, 2014, 08:31:10 PM
    Need to charge something on the go

    http://blog.laptopmag.com/top-laptop-charger-bags

    http://goplugbags.com/

    http://www.tylt.com/energi-backpack/

    http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/surge-ii-charged-backpack.html



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2014, 08:44:20 PM
    Need to charge something on the go

    http://blog.laptopmag.com/top-laptop-charger-bags (http://blog.laptopmag.com/top-laptop-charger-bags)

    http://goplugbags.com/ (http://goplugbags.com/)

    http://www.tylt.com/energi-backpack/ (http://www.tylt.com/energi-backpack/)

    http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/surge-ii-charged-backpack.html (http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/surge-ii-charged-backpack.html)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1414611700624-86329.png)
    I keep one of these fully charged in my computer bag
    before leaving for any trip. It's a lot cheaper that way.
    Similar devices can be purchased all over at very reasonable prices. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 29, 2014, 08:56:08 PM
    avast carger is to small for tablet, cant carge mutiple times and dont come with a back pack

    but maybe next version ..... RC candidate avast BackPack 2015   ;D

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 01, 2014, 03:42:06 PM
    A rule every computer user needs to learn:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1413767647491-58121.png)
    When all else fails, reboot. It might just fix your problem.

    That also goes for your router when you're having internet problems!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1413767835742-81903.png)
    If that doesn't cure what ails you, come back here and ask for specific help.
    Don't forget to give us as much information as possible. It's your computer
    and we aren't mind readers. :)
    One last note of advice. There are some updates that require a total shutdown
    of your system and then a restart in order for the changes to drivers to take effect.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on November 01, 2014, 08:52:44 PM
    Safe log in

    YUBIKEY   https://www.yubico.com/


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on November 05, 2014, 03:01:36 PM
    Quote
    Avast Free Antivirus remains the best free product... . The results come from the latest anti-malware tests by Dennis Technology Labs, a security testing company affiliated with the publisher of Expert Reviews.

    http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/software/internet-security/1401920/kaspersky-top-as-bitdefender-fails-in-latest-security-tests
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on November 05, 2014, 07:47:55 PM
    Good to see Avast Free is mentioned, and as a standard KL is among the top. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on November 07, 2014, 03:13:23 AM
    Interesting results since as they said, Bitdefender was always at or near the top before. However, the average user will never encounter more than 1-2% of the malware they use in these tests.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2014, 06:35:47 PM

    Create Windows 8.1 install media if you lost your install disk   

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1415640988837-72478.png)
    Download: Windows 8.1 media backup (http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=510815)

    (You need to supply your own registration information. You can use either a Windows 8 or 8.1 key)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on November 10, 2014, 06:49:14 PM
    Is there a link to some information on this Bob?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2014, 06:53:31 PM
    Is there a link to some information on this Bob?
    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media (http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on November 10, 2014, 07:00:29 PM
    Just finished downloading my copy :) so I won't post the links
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on November 10, 2014, 07:20:44 PM
    Is there a link to some information on this Bob?
    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media (http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media)
    Thanks :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2014, 07:25:37 PM
    Is there a link to some information on this Bob?
    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media (http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media)
    Thanks :)
    You're welcome. This beats having to use the MS store to update from Windows 8. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 26, 2014, 03:25:14 PM
    Which Antivirus Products Are Best at Protecting Themselves? (http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/security-software/329844-which-antivirus-products-are-best-at-protecting-themselves)
    (http://www3.pcmag.com/media/images/449945-av-test-dep-aslr-consumer-chart.jpg?thumb=y)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on November 28, 2014, 06:37:57 PM
    Microsoft to unveil Windows 10 consumer features at January event
    http://www.theverge.com/2014/11/27/7298717/windows-10-consumer-features-january-event

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2014, 04:26:43 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1419520713665-63487.png)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1419520981186-9458.png)
    Click here to download the Free Home version shown above (http://software-files-a.cnet.com/s/software/13/35/14/51/pwhe8.exe?token=1419555814_60b2b29b59a3dde694efcdef871af951&fileName=pwhe8.exe)


    Any one interested in the Pro version for free, see information at:
    http://www.askvg.com/askvg-freebies/ (http://www.askvg.com/askvg-freebies/)


    MERRY CHRISTMAS! :)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on December 30, 2014, 06:56:35 PM
    Microsoft may be creating entirely new browser with Windows 10
    http://www.cnet.com/news/microsoft-creating-new-browser-with-windows-10/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 30, 2014, 07:05:08 PM
    Microsoft may be creating entirely new browser with Windows 10
    http://www.cnet.com/news/microsoft-creating-new-browser-with-windows-10/


    Whatever it is lets hope it is totally isolated from the OS and not integrated with the OS as all previous IE browsers have. And no damn activeX.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on December 31, 2014, 12:58:59 AM
    Hi DavidR,

    Waiting for an OS without browser, that would be the day. ;D
    But as explorer equals IE on the OS, how could that be entangled?
    This as OS was built upon OS and OS and the code misnomers will stay to haunch us forever.
    Just recently some hole from Windows 98 became known to plague all 'Windoze' versions.
    Transform Windows through Yosemite 10.10 into system X with Yosemite Transformation Pack 3.0.

    Damian
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on December 31, 2014, 01:42:17 AM
    I've always been fine with IE and since it says that IE will still be in Windows 10, it's probably what I will stay with. I would imagine the new browser might turn out to be only for the "modern" UI and IE will still be the desktop version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 31, 2014, 02:14:49 PM
    A browser is a tool of choice and we all have our favorites.
    As long as Windows 10 allows you that freedom, What Microsoft chooses
    as it's "favorite" only enhances our choices.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 02, 2015, 12:42:58 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420155680958-89765.png)
    A good way to end the old year and start of 2015
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 02, 2015, 07:57:55 PM

    Avast Free takes the top spot in
    Top Windows downloads for 2014 (http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-57621448-12/downloads-of-the-year-2014/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2015, 04:41:21 PM
    If you're interested in protecting your Privacy, this might help:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420472390626-250.png)
        https://www.whitehatsec.com/aviator/ (https://www.whitehatsec.com/aviator/)

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420472707533-55810.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2015, 05:06:02 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420473771592-45658.png)
    A simple and free way to keep your system up to date. (The other tools are a bonus)
         https://patchmypc.net/download (https://patchmypc.net/download)
    (Thanks to https://billmullins.wordpress.com/ (https://billmullins.wordpress.com/) for passing along this information.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on January 05, 2015, 10:43:12 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420473771592-45658.png)
    A simple and free way to keep your system up to date. (The other tools are a bonus)
         https://patchmypc.net/download (https://patchmypc.net/download)
    (Thanks to [size=78%]https://billmullins.wordpress.com/ (https://billmullins.wordpress.com/)[/size] for passing along this information.)
    Beat me to it.  Works very well and is portable, meaning it does not get installed as a resident program on your system.  Good for the family tech to have in his/her toolbox.  Even allows new and fresh program installs with just one click of the mouse if you select a program marked as black text.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2015, 01:51:06 AM
    (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/quicksetdns.png)
    QuickSetDNS v1.02 (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/quick_set_dns.html) - Quickly set DNS servers of your Internet connection on Windows.
    Looks very interesting and useful. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on January 07, 2015, 03:25:43 AM
    (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/quicksetdns.png)
    QuickSetDNS v1.02 (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/quick_set_dns.html) - Quickly set DNS servers of your Internet connection on Windows.
    Looks very interesting and useful. :)
    That does look interesting.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on January 07, 2015, 06:50:36 PM
    Icecream apps have some very good free programs/software if anyone is interested, I've been trying a few of them this week and they're quite nice http://icecreamapps.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 07, 2015, 10:13:14 PM
    Icecream apps have some very good free programs/software if anyone is interested, I've been trying a few of them this week and they're quite nice http://icecreamapps.com/
    Nice find
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on January 09, 2015, 07:46:21 AM
    For those who remember the old days (and for those who don't)
    How the World’s First Computer Was Rescued From the Scrap Heap
    http://www.wired.com/2014/11/eniac-unearthed/ (http://www.wired.com/2014/11/eniac-unearthed/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 12, 2015, 05:47:38 PM
    If you're interested in protecting your Privacy, this might help:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420472390626-250.png)
        https://www.whitehatsec.com/aviator/ (https://www.whitehatsec.com/aviator/)

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1420472707533-55810.png)
    I've just finished removing it from my computer and here is why:
    Avoid Aviator browser if you care about security and privacy, Google warns (http://www.zdnet.com/article/avoid-aviator-browser-if-you-care-about-security-and-privacy-google-warns/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 13, 2015, 06:20:18 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1421169528533-3550.png)
    http://www.alomware.com/reset.htm (http://www.alomware.com/reset.htm)
    I tried this on a Windows 8.1 system and it didn't work properly.
    Any one game to try it on a Windows 7 or lower system to see how it performs ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 13, 2015, 09:53:52 PM
    I tried this on a Windows 8.1 system and it didn't work properly.
    What do you mean "properly"? What happened?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 13, 2015, 09:55:34 PM
    I tried this on a Windows 8.1 system and it didn't work properly.
    What do you mean "properly"? What happened?
    I didn't find any speedup and it actually opened one startup item twice.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2015, 07:36:42 PM
    Is this worth adding to our armor ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1421432053601-16337.png)


    Download (http://www.mcafee.com/us/downloads/free-tools/raptor.aspx)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 17, 2015, 02:58:31 AM
    MS going to use Kinect to Recognize Shoppers in Retail Stores:
    http://uk.businessinsider.com/microsoft-kinect-retail-2015-1?r=US
    Link article author = Dave Smith

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 19, 2015, 04:23:32 PM
    Right Click Enhancer 4.3.3 (http://www.rbsoft.org/downloads/right-click-enhancer) a tool worth adding to your arsenal.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1421680908015-159.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 21, 2015, 11:15:32 AM
    Gizmo's Freewares recommends Avast 2015: http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/free-antivirus-2015-version.htm
    And also it is the British PC Pro favorite: http://www.pcpro.co.uk/software/1000264/avast-free-antivirus-2015-review
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 21, 2015, 06:18:12 PM
    Dropbox buys CloudOn

    http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2015/01/21/dropbox-buys-cloudon-a-microsoft-document-start-up/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on January 22, 2015, 10:22:48 PM
    A alternative for Dropbox is Box.com I use the both of the software.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 25, 2015, 09:06:40 PM
    Microsoft designs a lamp that could charge your smartphone
    http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-designs-a-lamp-that-could-charge-your-smartphone/
    http://wmpoweruser.com/microsoft-research-is-developing-technology-to-automatically-charge-smartphones-using-a-light-beam/

    guessing winphones are first in line   ;)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on January 27, 2015, 11:51:53 AM
    Opera co-founder launches Vivaldi web browser

      http://www.ghacks.net/2015/01/27/opera-co-founder-launches-vivaldi-web-browser/

      https://vivaldi.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 27, 2015, 12:42:40 PM
    Hi abruptum,

    Wait until the browser is more stable and will have some extensions I cannot do without,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on January 27, 2015, 01:04:11 PM
    Chrome extensions support would be nice since it is Chromium/Blink based browser,
    something similar to Sleipnir browser.

      http://www.fenrir-inc.com/us/sleipnir/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 27, 2015, 02:00:43 PM
    Hi abruptum,

    I just trying out Sleipnir with my Google Chrome extensions, plays like a charm.
    Just have to get accustomed to the canvas look,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 27, 2015, 03:21:39 PM
    Hi abruptum,

    Wait until the browser is more stable and will have some extensions I cannot do without,

    polonus
    Not bad and seems faster than Chrome.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422366694408-12961.png)
    Accepts extension directly from the Chrome Store:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422368419039-796.png)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422368478634-52154.png)
    Sleipnir browser.  http://www.fenrir-inc.com/us/sleipnir/ (http://www.fenrir-inc.com/us/sleipnir/)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 27, 2015, 03:32:19 PM
    The display is also nice. You always know where you are:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422369082487-88169.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 27, 2015, 05:29:08 PM
    The display is also nice. You always know where you are:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422369082487-88169.png)

    Nice idea when you have a bunch of tabs open - whilst I can have the active tab highlighted, if you happen to hover over another tab it too gets highlighted. I have deleted this secondary tab on numerous occasions - fortunately a middle click on the tab bar restores the last closed tab.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 27, 2015, 06:24:23 PM
    The type and font are a little weird. It will take some time to figure out where everything is.
    The ability to customize the GUI would be great!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 27, 2015, 06:46:49 PM
    The type and font are a little weird. It will take some time to figure out where everything is.
    The ability to customize the GUI would be great!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422380762083-88288.png)



     
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422380689154-13174.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 27, 2015, 07:40:11 PM
    I saw that!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on January 27, 2015, 10:27:36 PM
    Hi Para-Noid & bob3160,

    Like the way the bookmarks are organized within  several pages organized like tabs.
    Read here: http://www.maketecheasier.com/sleipnir-6-browser/
    This browser has a bit different way of doing things, but importing settings and bookmarks from Google Chrome or firefox is just "woosh" and you are done.
    Also this browser is very fast. I can imagine now why it is the browser of choice in Japan: "Nihon iti!".
    When you have found the way it does things it is very refreshing and has a good feel, just take some time to get accustomed to it.
    And folks very important "Avast Online Security" added to Sleipnir.
    This cannot be a bad day....  ;D - thanks abruptum for pointing this out to us.  ;)

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 28, 2015, 03:23:26 PM
    @Damien,
    It's already set as my default browser. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 28, 2015, 04:08:02 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422457478990-3654.png)
                                   More Information (http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001iLnZ9q94de4EiobgyytaObH6m-yjliT5a-Dkhi4r4DHgQOFQPGHKd7veI0iim5VqEc7-icXxCdAtf1apIEa0a8oa_KMWM4ONIDahzTSZGEhUtraISvUFLSvnygYUhhuiR75bI2pvzcUhKJTV4aRQPRlJSo81oF4GIDqEk3ZUw7g=&c=7amCjVYnmP5n-_vxX1bHYK1aLlSrRuOVtY6Sgy6wU2TFkm72sKebsg==&ch=ceH1Gjqsj6zJLo6AW_r2bDd1mF1nFVHtQcQaE6bxZPF1WFTTg24HtA==)
    (I needed to allow this past Avast) - Avast needs to check it's detection and make the required changes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2015, 11:04:23 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422569030106-21839.png)
    Microsoft Office comes to Android tablets starting today - CNET
    http://www.cnet.com/news/microsoft-office-apps-for-android-tablets-go-live-today/?tag=nl.e404&s_cid=e404&ttag=e404&ftag=CAD1acfa04 (http://www.cnet.com/news/microsoft-office-apps-for-android-tablets-go-live-today/?tag=nl.e404&s_cid=e404&ttag=e404&ftag=CAD1acfa04)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 03, 2015, 04:50:33 PM
           (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1422978485893-41611.png)
    Microsoft is throwing its weight behind the newly announced Raspberry Pi 2 today. (http://www.theverge.com/2015/2/2/7962179/raspberry-pi-windows-10)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 11, 2015, 04:11:44 PM

    (http://www2.pcmag.com/media/images/404435-av-test-certified-475.jpg?thumb=y)
    Mobile Antivirus Apps Tested - Avast Mobile Security Scores a Perfect Score
    (http://www6.pcmag.com/media/images/456823-02-10-2015-av-test-android-table.jpg?thumb=y)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 15, 2015, 03:03:26 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1424008701039-68242.png)
    Windows USB Blocker (http://securityxploded.com/windows-usb-blocker.php) will quickly block or unblock USB storage devices on any Windows system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on February 22, 2015, 05:31:15 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    How about this free decrapifier program: http://www.decrap.org/
    Seems OK here: https://www.metascan-online.com/en/scanresult/file/0d68b7f717ae4e7a8ce1e3b193e53495

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Michael (alan1998) on February 24, 2015, 01:35:53 PM
    Hi bob3160,

    How about this free decrapifier program: http://www.decrap.org/
    Seems OK here: https://www.metascan-online.com/en/scanresult/file/0d68b7f717ae4e7a8ce1e3b193e53495

    polonus

    Is there anything wrong with Malwarebytes and Adwcleaner, Polonus?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 24, 2015, 04:49:27 PM
    Thank You Avast for doing such a good job!
    I just ran this out of curiosity:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1424792764107-70001.png)
    Thanks to Avast, the results are exactly what I expected. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on February 24, 2015, 05:17:59 PM
    7152 scanned - No unwanted applications found -
    Did not expect anything else,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 25, 2015, 04:10:22 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1424876823916-32814.png)
       Tweaking.com - Technicians Toolbox 1.0.0 (http://www.tweaking.com/content/page/tweaking_com_technicians_toolbox.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on February 25, 2015, 07:02:10 PM
    Interesting Bob, playing now :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 26, 2015, 12:36:05 AM
    You'll be playing for quite a while. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 26, 2015, 02:51:37 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1424958574450-81432.png)
    http://www.shouldiremoveit.com/oems-bloatware.aspx (http://www.shouldiremoveit.com/oems-bloatware.aspx)
    (One of the recommendations from my "So You've Got a New Computer. Now What? (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iTnNEJT6fcgSByl6oiqJ1qM9wumUXebRYwEatnvrP48/edit?usp=sharing)" Presentation)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on February 27, 2015, 10:44:45 AM
    Microsoft Decided to Kill Internet Explorer Due to the Huge Number of Bugs

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Decided-to-Kill-Internet-Explorer-Due-to-the-Huge-Number-of-Bugs-474407.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 27, 2015, 11:49:37 AM
    Microsoft Decided to Kill Internet Explorer Due to the Huge Number of Bugs

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Decided-to-Kill-Internet-Explorer-Due-to-the-Huge-Number-of-Bugs-474407.shtml

    For me the biggest problem with IE was its integration into the OS where it did many other display tasks - so exploit the browser and you are almost exploiting the OS. Not to mention activeX.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on February 27, 2015, 12:01:02 PM
    For me the biggest problem with IE was its integration into the OS where it did many other display tasks - so exploit the browser and you are almost exploiting the OS. Not to mention activeX.
    I agree.I feel uncomfortable when using IE which is rare although IE11 is not bad.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on February 27, 2015, 02:33:48 PM
    Have a license, if so MS will let you download a full version of Windows 7 as an ISO file
    on  a computer,   USB device    or an External Drive:
    http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-recovery
    But also Win 8.1 media: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on March 01, 2015, 12:47:20 PM
    Microsoft Decided to Kill Internet Explorer Due to the Huge Number of Bugs

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/Microsoft-Decided-to-Kill-Internet-Explorer-Due-to-the-Huge-Number-of-Bugs-474407.shtml
    This is a little misleading since both IE and Spartan will be included in the Windows 10 release. Spartan will gradually become the only option but it will take a while.

    Quote
    Internet Explorer's engine will continue to be available at first because of the compatibility issues, as there are plenty of websites and company apps that are built around Microsoft's tech, but there will be a moment when Spartan will become the one and only browser option for all users.

    It could be years before that happens. IE is not being killed, it is being phased out.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on March 01, 2015, 08:47:08 PM
    Download torrents without Torrent Client

      https://www.torrent2ddl.com/Login

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on March 02, 2015, 12:23:46 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1424958574450-81432.png)
    http://www.shouldiremoveit.com/oems-bloatware.aspx (http://www.shouldiremoveit.com/oems-bloatware.aspx)
    (One of the recommendations from my "So You've Got a New Computer. Now What? (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iTnNEJT6fcgSByl6oiqJ1qM9wumUXebRYwEatnvrP48/edit?usp=sharing)" Presentation)

    My first laptop was ASUS and I didn't like that much. ASUS LiveUpdate did something wrong with it and their programs ain't that good. So I did a major laptop hunting. So my 2nd laptop which I am currently using as you can see it in my signature is an HP. HP makes good  laptops and it's a well known popular brand and even my desktop computer is HP.

    Talking about bloatware and yes every laptop brand has bloatware in it, but my biggest annoying bloatware is that they install those games in it i.e.  in Toshiba they have WildTangent Games even Dell, HP they have HP Games. Other than that HP Update, HP Support Assitant and etc I consider them not to be bloatware because they provide security updates, patches, and other important services for your product.

    By the way, thanks for sharing this bob3160  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on March 03, 2015, 12:57:23 AM
    Hi bob3160,

    AVG gonna provide us with privacy glasses against face recognition monitoring:
    http://now.avg.com/avg-reveals-invisibility-glasses-at-pepcom-barcelona/
    What gadget will avast produce for us?

    Damian
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 19, 2015, 02:37:14 PM
    Winpatrol Plus (http://www.winpatrol.com/), etc special 50% discount.
    Here are the details I just received from Bret:
    "Hi Bob,
    We now have an official shopping cart that supports coupons on all sales.
    I’ve created you a new coupon. “bobsfriends” (no quotes). This coupon will get the bearer 50% off their entire cart.
    Thanks,
    Bret Lowry
    WinPatrol"

    (I've offered a discount to those attending the Avast Sponsored Security Presentations on the paid versions of Avast and, Winpatrol also
    offered a discount on their paid product.) I can now share the Winpatrol discount with all my friends. :)
    (So there is no misunderstanding, I don't earn anything from this post or any of the products mentioned here.)
    If you intend to use the coupon, please order directly from the Winpatrol website
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gopher John on March 19, 2015, 04:09:52 PM
    I don't know about WinPatrol Pro.  However, I have the family pack of WinPatrol Plus as well as WinPrivacy Plus.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on March 21, 2015, 02:36:39 AM
    Bob...is the 50% discount good for the cruises!!!  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 21, 2015, 02:17:45 PM
    Bob...is the 50% discount good for the cruises!!!  8)
    You would have to ask Bret about that one. :) Didn't know he was selling any ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on March 21, 2015, 10:48:45 PM
    Opera acquires SurfEasy, a North American online privacy company
    http://www.operasoftware.com/press/releases/general/2015-03-19

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 21, 2015, 11:19:18 PM
    Opera acquires SurfEasy, a North American online privacy company
    http://www.operasoftware.com/press/releases/general/2015-03-19 (http://www.operasoftware.com/press/releases/general/2015-03-19)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1426976332049-18038.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on March 22, 2015, 01:00:27 AM
    When out on DuckDuckGo I use a nice userscript installed via Tampermonkey in Google Chrome named DuckDuckGo Extended . When you have Tampermonkey for userscripts installed in Google Chrome, you can install that script from here:
    https://greasyfork.org/nl/scripts/7661-duckduckgo-extended
    For those that dare, enjoy!

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2015, 03:37:52 PM
    When out on DuckDuckGo I use a nice userscript installed via Tampermonkey in Google Chrome named DuckDuckGo Extended . When you have Tampermonkey for userscripts installed in Google Chrome, you can install that script from here:
    https://greasyfork.org/nl/scripts/7661-duckduckgo-extended (https://greasyfork.org/nl/scripts/7661-duckduckgo-extended)
    For those that dare, enjoy!

    polonus
    I've been using the following for quite some time:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1427034793623-9170.png)
    More on Google Play:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/duckduckgo-for-chrome/bpphkkgodbfncbcpgopijlfakfgmclao?utm_source=chrome-app-launcher-info-dialog (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/duckduckgo-for-chrome/bpphkkgodbfncbcpgopijlfakfgmclao?utm_source=chrome-app-launcher-info-dialog)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 02, 2015, 03:25:24 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1427980893365-51504.png)
    Many years ago, I used a technique called “Drop My Rights” and digging into my archives,
    that technique can still be used today to help keep you safe.
    This especially holds true for those that are still using Windows XP.
    For more information, please take a look at the following: http://goo.gl/DESJ8g (http://goo.gl/DESJ8g)

    Once you open this Google Drive Folder, simply follow the instructions outlined in the DropMyRightsInstructions.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 04, 2015, 09:14:06 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428174700250-8503.png)
    Aomei Backupper - Now Includes Restore to Dissimilar Hardware for FREE! (http://www.backup-utility.com/free-backup-software.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on April 07, 2015, 06:29:14 PM
    This is the world's smallest computer
    http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-worlds-smallest-computer-university-of-michigan-micro-mote/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on April 07, 2015, 06:41:52 PM
    Aluminum battery from Stanford offers safe alternative to conventional batteries
    https://news.stanford.edu/news/2015/march/aluminum-ion-battery-033115.html


    Quote
    One example is ultra-fast charging. Smartphone owners know that it can take hours to charge a lithium-ion battery. But the Stanford team reported "unprecedented charging times" of down to one minute with the aluminum prototype.

    Durability is another important factor. Aluminum batteries developed at other laboratories usually died after just 100 charge-discharge cycles. But the Stanford battery was able to withstand more than 7,500 cycles without any loss of capacity. "This was the first time an ultra-fast aluminum-ion battery was constructed with stability over thousands of cycles," the authors wrote.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 08, 2015, 02:18:53 PM
    Excessive Disk usage due to WmiPrvSE.exe
    And as you can see, I've found a solution.
    Open your Services program. The easiest way to find is just click Start, type Services, hit Enter.
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428493417679-25899.png)
    Under Services (Local), scroll down until you find the “Windows Management Instrumentation” service and select Restart.

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428493677887-53820.png)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428494727666-34014.png)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428494847732-50031.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 09, 2015, 04:35:03 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428589876270-36743.png)
    Something new in the works by Google. (http://9to5google.com/2015/04/07/google-meetings-screenshots/)
    Maybe it will replace Skype for my remote presentations (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg1135383#msg1135383) ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 13, 2015, 03:15:02 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1428930699123-55020.png)
    Maelstrom (http://blog.bittorrent.com/2015/04/10/project-maelstrom-enters-beta/) - A new browser from BitTorrent enters Beta stage for Windows users.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 15, 2015, 04:34:24 PM

    A simple Image Capture and Upload program - It uses Imgur as the picture repository. (http://icup.pen.io/)

    (http://i.imgur.com/ixLTNGk.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1429108433546-14576.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 17, 2015, 05:26:18 PM

                Drive The Life (http://www.drivethelife.com/)
    (http://www.drivethelife.com/sites/all/themes/framework/images/pc.png)

    Key Features
    Totally FREE
    Scan and find the outdated, missing, corrupted, broken Windows drivers
    Fix drivers that have problems in a very short time
    One-stop manage: backup, restore, uninstall, install & evaluate PC drivers
    Support all hardware devices with massive manufactory resources
    100% compatible with Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP/Vista
    Download and update the most matched drivers for hardware quickly & automatically
    (Thanks to Bill Mullins for this find (https://billmullins.wordpress.com/2015/04/17/tech-thoughts-daily-net-news-april-17-2015/).)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 17, 2015, 09:11:18 PM
    Free Fixer (http://www.freefixer.com/?s=blog)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1429297663636-3966.png)
    FreeFixer is a general purpose removal tool which will help you to delete potentially unwanted software,
    such as adware, spyware, trojans, viruses and worms. FreeFixer works by scanning a large number of locations
    where unwanted software has a known record of appearing or leaving traces.
    I would suggest that unless you're an expert, you use this for analysis and leave the removal to an expert.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on April 18, 2015, 06:33:19 AM
    Bob, did you try Free Fixer and Drive The Life. And if so was it in a VM.  Seems like these are programs that could bork your computer very easy if your not careful.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 18, 2015, 03:37:46 PM
    Bob, did you try Free Fixer and Drive The Life. And if so was it in a VM.  Seems like these are programs that could bork your computer very easy if your not careful.
    Unless I specifically note that I haven't used the program, I always test a program before I post it here or anywhere else.
    Quite a few of the programs I test and post about also get passed along to those that attend my Avast sponsored presentations (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg647360#msg647360).

    Drive The Life updates your drivers and only notifies you if it finds a newer signed driver. (no betas.)
    Free Fixer requires some knowledge and research. It lets you know what's running and then lets you decide (through research) if there is anything that
    needs to be removed. The removal decision is up to you and, in the free version is not reversible.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 19, 2015, 12:40:06 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1429396673516-87123.png)
    Aomei OneKey Recovery (http://www.backup-utility.com/okr/make-a-recovery-partition.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 19, 2015, 09:01:38 PM
    Copy An Image Or Contents Of A Text File Without Opening It (http://feedly.com/i/subscription/feed/http://feeds.feedburner.com/addictivetips/windows)
    The app is a really small download and installs in half a minute.
    Once installed, right-click a JPG, PCX, PNG, BMP, TGA, GIF and TIF image file,
    or a simple text file with the TXT or SRT (or similar) extension.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on April 19, 2015, 09:18:54 PM
    Hi Bob!

    Theme: 'FreeFixer' and 'Drive The Live'.
    Do you think, if they are for foreign languages, too (besides 'en')?
     ;)
    HDW
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 19, 2015, 09:36:12 PM
    Hi Bob!

    Theme: 'FreeFixer' and 'Drive The Live'.
    Do you think, if they are for foreign languages, too (besides 'en')?
     ;)
    HDW
    Don't know what you mean???
    Go to their website and check it out for yourself. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on April 19, 2015, 11:58:50 PM
    Hi Bob!

    Theme: 'FreeFixer' and 'Drive The Live'.
    Do you think, if they are for foreign languages, too (besides 'en')?
     ;)
    HDW
    Don't know what you mean???
    Go to their website and check it out for yourself. :)
    I meant, if it's only in English, I can't install on computers, which owners don't understand English.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2015, 07:30:44 AM
    Hi Bob!

    Theme: 'FreeFixer' and 'Drive The Live'.
    Do you think, if they are for foreign languages, too (besides 'en')?
     ;)
    HDW
    Don't know what you mean???
    Go to their website and check it out for yourself. :)
    I meant, if it's only in English, I can't install on computers, which owners don't understand English.
    Go to their website and check it for yourself.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on April 20, 2015, 07:29:55 PM
    Hi Bob!

    Theme: 'FreeFixer' and 'Drive The Live'.
    Do you think, if they are for foreign languages, too (besides 'en')?
     ;)
    HDW
    Don't know what you mean???
    Go to their website and check it out for yourself. :)
    I meant, if it's only in English, I can't install on computers, which owners don't understand English.
    Go to their website and check it for yourself.
    Ok. Thanks, Bob.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Eddy on April 22, 2015, 03:21:17 PM
    Adblockers officially allowed in Germany.
    http://www.nu.nl/internet/4035426/adblockers-in-duitsland-officieel-toegestaan.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 24, 2015, 02:40:14 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1429878881213-85016.png)
    You can read this and many other interesting articles in Bill Mullins Tech Thoughts (https://billmullins.wordpress.com/2015/04/24/tech-thoughts-daily-net-news-april-24-2015/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2015, 01:18:01 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1430219586714-73381.png)
     XP Update Extender (http://pxc-coding.com/portfolio/xp-update-extender/) 
     Freeware
        Current Version: 1.0.0.0
        Supports Windows XP
        German and English user interface (depending on the system language)
        receive updates for Windows XP until 2019
        Pretends your OS to be a version of XP Embedded
        Those updates may not have been properly tested for your version of Windows XP
        and might harm your system. Use at your own risk!
    (I have not tested this software. No longer have an XP system.)
    Use Caution when installing this program. Use a custom install and avoid installing PC-Mechanic

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2015, 05:15:34 PM
    Screencast-O-Matic new Beta release. (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/v2)
    My favorite Video recording and editing program.

    If you're using the pro version, it now makes the new screen capture available:
     (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1430233521032-99874.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on April 28, 2015, 09:10:59 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1430219586714-73381.png)
     XP Update Extender (http://pxc-coding.com/portfolio/xp-update-extender/) 
     Freeware
        Current Version: 1.0.0.0
        Supports Windows XP
        German and English user interface (depending on the system language)
        receive updates for Windows XP until 2019
        Pretends your OS to be a version of XP Embedded
        Those updates may not have been properly tested for your version of Windows XP
        and might harm your system. Use at your own risk!
    (I have not tested this software. No longer have an XP system.)
    Hi Bob!

    I'll try (on one of my machines) and report.
     ;)
    HDW
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on April 29, 2015, 10:25:04 PM
    Google launches Password Alert extension against PHISHing - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep
    Read here: https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508
    This is additional to Google Safebrowsing Phishing alerts, whenever one was missed.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on May 01, 2015, 03:50:41 PM
    Noscript Lite

    Noscript Lite provides an extra security for your Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Opera). It allows JavaScript (inline & external) to be executed only by trusted websites of your choice. Some websites are added to the whitelist by default, but you can add or remove items at any time.

    http://mybrowseraddon.com/noscript-lite.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 01, 2015, 05:08:00 PM
    Google launches Password Alert extension against PHISHing - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep)
    Read here: https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508 (https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508)
    This is additional to Google Safebrowsing Phishing alerts, whenever one was missed.

    polonus
    Nice idea but already compromised.  :'(
    http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/04/30/behold-the-drop-dead-simply-exploit-that-nukes-googles-password-alert/ (http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/04/30/behold-the-drop-dead-simply-exploit-that-nukes-googles-password-alert/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on May 01, 2015, 05:36:26 PM
    Google launches Password Alert extension against PHISHing - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep)
    Read here: https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508 (https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508)
    This is additional to Google Safebrowsing Phishing alerts, whenever one was missed.

    polonus
    Nice idea but already compromised.  :'(
    http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/04/30/behold-the-drop-dead-simply-exploit-that-nukes-googles-password-alert/ (http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/04/30/behold-the-drop-dead-simply-exploit-that-nukes-googles-password-alert/)

    Thanks for the head-up Bob as I have a few friends I've known who used the Google Safebrowsing Phishing alerts extension add-on via Chrome, and not fully aware of this exploit ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 01, 2015, 05:49:52 PM
    Google launches Password Alert extension against PHISHing - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/password-alert/noondiphcddnnabmjcihcjfbhfklnnep)
    Read here: https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508 (https://support.google.com/a/answer/6197508)
    This is additional to Google Safebrowsing Phishing alerts, whenever one was missed.

    polonus
    Nice idea but already compromised.  :'(
    http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/04/30/behold-the-drop-dead-simply-exploit-that-nukes-googles-password-alert/ (http://arstechnica.com/security/2015/04/30/behold-the-drop-dead-simply-exploit-that-nukes-googles-password-alert/)

    Thanks for the head-up Bob as I have a few friends I've known who used the Google Safebrowsing Phishing alerts extension add-on via Chrome, and not fully aware of this exploit ;)
    The best protection against phishing is still the user..... :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 01, 2015, 09:33:28 PM
    @bob3160
    Hi!

    Theme: XP UPDATE EXTENDER

    I downloaded and installed it 2 days ago (in German). For today 1 update was announced, but besides that, I downloaded and installed another 32 updates (in 4 or 5 steps).
    Until now: without any issue!
     :)
    HDW
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 01, 2015, 09:36:03 PM
    Nice to know it actually works. Something those that still use XP should take advantage of. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 04, 2015, 08:49:18 PM
    Hello,
    Anyone considering DL the program "Drive the life",a program for updating drivers,or finding updates for them,might want to use a great deal of caution according to this article...http://botcrawl.com/drivethelife-virus-removal/

    Not particulary good news!!!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 04, 2015, 09:09:45 PM
    Hello,
    Anyone considering DL the program "Drive the life",a program for updating drivers,or finding updates for them,might want to use a great deal of caution according to this article...

    Not particulary good news!!!
    There is a problem with the link you're supplying and I suggest you make the link un clickable change the http to hxxp in your original post:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1430766339635-37144.png)
    I've had no problems with running Drive the Life. It hasn't stopped my computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 05, 2015, 06:05:03 AM
    Hello,
    Anyone considering DL the program "Drive the life",a program for updating drivers,or finding updates for them,might want to use a great deal of caution according to this article...

    Not particulary good news!!!
    There is a problem with the link you're supplying and I suggest you make the link un clickable change the http to hxxp in your original post:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1430766339635-37144.png)
    I've had no problems with running Drive the Life. It hasn't stopped my computer.
    Bitdefender did not block the site so I'm assuming it's safe. After reading the article I would suggest that anyone with a Radeon graphics card not install the program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 07, 2015, 04:26:12 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1431008748316-16475.png)
    Office 2016 (http://www.pcworld.com/article/2918355/how-to-download-and-install-the-office-2016-preview.html#tk.nl_pwr)
    Any one interested in downloading and using the preview version ???
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1431008917576-32185.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 08, 2015, 04:38:21 PM
    Google provides a removal tool for potentially unwanted programs,
    including ad injectors, that modify the Chrome browser.
    https://www.google.com/chrome/srt/ (https://www.google.com/chrome/srt/)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1431095162247-98250.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1431095199161-19518.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1431095519082-31425.png)
    It will actually reset your Chrome install to original default settings.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 13, 2015, 05:17:31 AM
    I just sent my own post stating that Secure Line likes to charge numerous times.  I have had a BIG problem with this and have tried to cancel to no avail.  They haven't even responded to my ticket and its been over a week.  I have tried before to cancel the automatic renewal to no avail as well.  I don't know who's on the other side of this, but whoever is responsible for this sucks!  I am tired of sending tickets and getting zero answers.  I want to speak to a person when I call on the phone to cancel this!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on May 13, 2015, 05:21:58 AM
    I just sent my own post stating that Secure Line likes to charge numerous times.  I have had a BIG problem with this and have tried to cancel to no avail.  They haven't even responded to my ticket and its been over a week.  I have tried before to cancel the automatic renewal to no avail as well.  I don't know who's on the other side of this, but whoever is responsible for this sucks!  I am tired of sending tickets and getting zero answers.  I want to speak to a person when I call on the phone to cancel this!

    Please post your issue in the Secureline Sub Forum for best responses.

    Here: https://forum.avast.com/index.php?board=53.0 (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?board=53.0)

    Also post your ticket numbers when you start your topic
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 13, 2015, 02:59:40 PM
    @bob3160
    Hi!

    Theme: XP UPDATE EXTENDER

    I downloaded and installed it 2 days ago (in German). For today 1 update was announced, but besides that, I downloaded and installed another 32 updates (in 4 or 5 steps).
    Until now: without any issue!
     :)
    HDW
    Yesterday I downloaded 4 more updates and installed it with no problems.
     :)
    HDW
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 13, 2015, 07:30:54 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1431538067272-18416.png)
    A Collection of Antivirus Removal Tools (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gtA37oV6ybMhgwEImV0ycOkN31h2xLU5RM9wpP8em6E/edit?usp=sharing)

    Since you should never install Avast without first removing your current AV,
    I hope this collection will make that task easier.
    * Updated 5/16/2015
    Successfully Installing Avast: http://goo.gl/VLXde (http://goo.gl/VLXde) Video help if needed: https://youtu.be/RBj-wakXF8Y
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 20, 2015, 03:43:48 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432129307516-41066.png)
    If you're using the Chrome Browser, you might want to check this out:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en)


    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432129598954-37368.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 21, 2015, 12:26:53 PM
    Nice find thank you bob.
    Are you using this yourself in chrome.?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2015, 02:22:38 PM
    Nice find thank you bob.
    Are you using this yourself in chrome.?
    Thanks. :)
    The short answer is yes.
    Just remember that there are limits in the free version:
     (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432210805394-66335.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 21, 2015, 02:48:33 PM
    If you're using the Chrome Browser, you might want to check this out:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en)
    As this is an open forum, I just want to say the obvious (for us): any VPN is as safe and as private as the confidence you can put in the company and the technology you take. Recently, readings of mine made me drop completely of a backup and VPN solution due to confidence failure in the 3rd party company. Take care :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2015, 02:58:23 PM
    If you're using the Chrome Browser, you might want to check this out:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en)
    As this is an open forum, I just want to say the obvious (for us): any VPN is as safe and as private as the confidence you can put in the company and the technology you take. Recently, readings of mine made me drop completely of a backup and VPN solution due to confidence failure in the 3rd party company. Take care :)
    @Lisandro,
    When I really need a reliable VPN, the only one I depend on is Avast Secureline (https://www.avast.com/en-us/secureline-vpn).
    I certainly would never spend any money on the browser add-on discussed in my post. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 23, 2015, 03:40:36 PM
                                 Reason Core Security (https://www.reasoncoresecurity.com/download-free.aspx)
    (http://dl1.cbsistatic.com/i/2015/05/20/ac4f15ad-18ea-43ee-a461-c4f4a131da35/f2cecc26079215a629184da64ee7bbb5/malwarercs.png)

    It combines Reason Software's top products in one convenient pack:
    Should I Remove It? to cull the bloatware that comes with a new computer;
    HerdProtect, a cloud-based malware scanner; Boost, a performance utility; and
    the popular Unchecky, which deselects third-party software offers to stop them
    from tagging along when you're installing an app you do want.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on May 26, 2015, 10:18:02 PM
    If you're using the Chrome Browser, you might want to check this out:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en)
    As this is an open forum, I just want to say the obvious (for us): any VPN is as safe and as private as the confidence you can put in the company and the technology you take. Recently, readings of mine made me drop completely of a backup and VPN solution due to confidence failure in the 3rd party company. Take care :)
    @Lisandro,
    When I really need a reliable VPN, the only one I depend on is Avast Secureline (https://www.avast.com/en-us/secureline-vpn).
    I certainly would never spend any money on the browser add-on discussed in my post. :)
    Sure :)
    By the way, your next post, are you using Reason Core Security? Does it worth side by side with Avast?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 26, 2015, 11:16:07 PM
    If you're using the Chrome Browser, you might want to check this out:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tunnelbear-beta/omdakjcmkglenbhjadbccaookpfjihpa?hl=en)
    As this is an open forum, I just want to say the obvious (for us): any VPN is as safe and as private as the confidence you can put in the company and the technology you take. Recently, readings of mine made me drop completely of a backup and VPN solution due to confidence failure in the 3rd party company. Take care :)
    @Lisandro,
    When I really need a reliable VPN, the only one I depend on is Avast Secureline (https://www.avast.com/en-us/secureline-vpn).
    I certainly would never spend any money on the browser add-on discussed in my post. :)
    Sure :)
    By the way, your next post, are you using Reason Core Security? Does it worth side by side with Avast?
    No conflict but, I'm happy with just using their Unchecky (http://unchecky.com/) product.
    Unfortunately uninstalling Core Security, makes re-installing just Unchecky impossible.
    I'm still waiting for an answer from their support how to totally remove the Reason Core Security.
    (This is still the best support forum. :))
    I used a restore point which I created just before installing the product to get things back to a point where
    I was able to re-install Unchecky (http://unchecky.com/).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 28, 2015, 10:56:39 PM
    A new toy for a grownup boy!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432844617630-73690.png)
    The first thing I did after receiving this Lenovo Z50 was to verify that Superfish (http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/superfish_uninstall) wasn't installed. :)
    Step two, download Avast and the removal tool for McAfee AV. A trial version was installed on this system.
    Step three, remove McAfee (http://us.mcafee.com/apps/supporttools/mcpr/mcpr.asp) and Install Avast (http://goo.gl/VLXde). I also installed ClassicShell (http://www.classicshell.net/) since this system came with Windows 8.1
    I removed virtually every pre-install software except the OneKey Recovery program provided by Lenovo.
    Today I put OneKey Recovery (http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/documents/ht077084) through it's paces:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432845566707-26642.png)
    The backup took less than 20 minutes. Once completed, I tested the restore function:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432845790713-79790.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432845883425-35535.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846096337-35591.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846156886-33706.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846233033-66462.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846382376-26227.png)
    The restore function took less than 10 minutes. The picture of the system
    was taken after the system had been restored from the image OneKey Recover media.
    If you own a Lenovo, this is an excellent feature to keep and use on a regular basis. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on May 29, 2015, 05:05:35 PM
    @ Bob

    If you turn off "secure boot" before "one key restore" you could install a completely different Windows OS.
    Only if your system supports UEFI.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 29, 2015, 08:06:15 PM
    A new toy for a grownup boy!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432844617630-73690.png)
    The first thing I did after receiving this Lenovo Z50 was to verify that Superfish (http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/superfish_uninstall) wasn't installed. :)
    Step two, download Avast and the removal tool for McAfee AV. A trial version was installed on this system.
    Step three, remove McAfee (http://us.mcafee.com/apps/supporttools/mcpr/mcpr.asp) and Install Avast (http://goo.gl/VLXde). I also installed ClassicShell (http://www.classicshell.net/) since this system came with Windows 8.1
    I removed virtually every pre-install software except the OneKey Recovery program provided by Lenovo.
    Today I put OneKey Recovery (http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/documents/ht077084) through it's paces:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432845566707-26642.png)
    The backup took less than 20 minutes. Once completed, I tested the restore function:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432845790713-79790.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432845883425-35535.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846096337-35591.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846156886-33706.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846233033-66462.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432846382376-26227.png)
    The restore function took less than 10 minutes. The picture of the system
    was taken after the system had been restored from the image OneKey Recover media.
    If you own a Lenovo, this is an excellent feature to keep and use on a regular basis. :)
    Bob, I see there are a few different models of the Z50 with different CPU's and graphics. Which one did you get?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 29, 2015, 09:57:57 PM
    @ Dch48
    Here's the one I bought:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432931093415-33031.png)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432929558895-14028.png)

    The big difference is the price I paid:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432929357288-3333.png)


    @ Para-Noid,
    Sorry but don't know what you're talking about. ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on May 30, 2015, 05:43:11 AM
    Good buy on that laptop. It's like almost the top end z50 and is selling for $595 on Amazon.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2015, 03:01:32 PM
    Good buy on that laptop. It's like almost the top end z50 and is selling for $595 on Amazon.
    Exactly why I now own it. I really didn't need another computer. One of my granddaughters will be happy to
    receive my oldest laptop. She currently doesn't have a laptop. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on May 30, 2015, 03:24:12 PM
    ASUS Selects Avast Mobile Security to Bring Secure Experience to Consumers

    http://www.virtual-strategy.com/2015/05/20/asus-selects-avast-mobile-security-bring-secure-experience-consumers#axzz3bcyzj8g9

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 30, 2015, 03:29:51 PM
    ASUS Selects Avast Mobile Security to Bring Secure Experience to Consumers

    http://www.virtual-strategy.com/2015/05/20/asus-selects-avast-mobile-security-bring-secure-experience-consumers#axzz3bcyzj8g9 (http://www.virtual-strategy.com/2015/05/20/asus-selects-avast-mobile-security-bring-secure-experience-consumers#axzz3bcyzj8g9)
    Old news and already posted on the Forum in the Avast Blog Posts (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=147567.0) Topic
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 03, 2015, 01:18:07 PM
    The Microsoft Transparency Center in Brussels
    http://blogs.microsoft.com/eupolicy/transparency-center/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 04, 2015, 07:51:13 AM
    Looking Forward: Microsoft Support for Secure Shell (SSH)
    http://blogs.msdn.com/b/powershell/archive/2015/06/03/looking-forward-microsoft-support-for-secure-shell-ssh.aspx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on June 06, 2015, 08:19:44 PM
    Google Chrome Browser to Combat Auto-Playing Flash Ads

    http://www.techlicious.com/blog/google-chrome-browser-non-essential-flash-video/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 08, 2015, 04:34:51 PM

    Eusing Launcher (http://www.eusing.com/launcher/eusing_launcher.htm)
    Normal Desktop:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1433772506742-63131.png)
    Desktop after installing Eusing Launcher: (And hiding the desktop icons.)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1433773765554-87716.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 11, 2015, 08:15:48 AM
    HTTP Strict Transport Security comes to Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 8.1 and Windows 7
    http://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2015/06/09/http-strict-transport-security-comes-to-internet-explorer-11-on-windows-8-1-and-windows-7/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2015, 10:29:03 PM
    A safer download site:
    MajorGeeks (http://www.majorgeeks.com/) and here's why:
    http://www.majorgeeks.com/news/story/how_majorgeeks_protects_you_and_why_we_do_what_we_do.html (http://www.majorgeeks.com/news/story/how_majorgeeks_protects_you_and_why_we_do_what_we_do.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on June 16, 2015, 12:03:34 AM
    Is this "coming" searchengine collecting "alternative sites and siteowners"? It seems so.
    Strange a so-called "honest" search engine that has no search functunality yet (they say within a couple of weeks):
    http://www.goodgopher.com/
    Can we trust such an initiative or is it a scam and a phish?
    This code there made me wonder: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AddToAny

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 18, 2015, 03:14:38 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1434632635106-1004.png)
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/crumble-%E2%80%93-online-privacy/icpfjjckgkocbkkdaodapelofhgjncoh?hl=en (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/crumble-%E2%80%93-online-privacy/icpfjjckgkocbkkdaodapelofhgjncoh?hl=en)
    It appears to work as advertised and helps to cut down tracking cookies without rendering websites useless.

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1434637802971-59156.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 21, 2015, 10:58:40 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1434632635106-1004.png)
    AVG? I can't trust any of their apps due to privacy concerns. If you know how much data you "lose" at their flashlight on Google Play...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 22, 2015, 12:02:48 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1434632635106-1004.png)
    AVG? I can't trust any of their apps due to privacy concerns. If you know how much data you "lose" at their flashlight on Google Play...
    Lisandro,

    Maybe you should have checked the amount of permission required to install their flashlight App.



    If the permission this app requires is anything beyond access to your camera, I'd get rid of it. A flashlight app also doesn't need to be very large in size. If the one installed on your smartphone is large, it's probably not what you want and probably does a lot more than simply provide you with a flashlight function. I suggest that it be removed.


    I personally use the following Smartphone Flashlight App:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1434924055736-76987.png)
    It can be obtained at:
    https://play.google.com/store/ (https://play.google.com/store/)apps/details?id=com.snoopwall.flashlight


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 22, 2015, 02:26:32 AM
    Bob, please, take out the bold :)

    Sorry, I've said torch, but it was an alarm.
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alarmclock.xtreme
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 23, 2015, 12:49:46 PM
    Not all anti-virus firms are of interest to the NSA and GCHQ, leaked files reveal (https://firstlook.org/theintercept/2015/06/22/nsa-gchq-targeted-kaspersky/)
    (https://prod01-cdn02.cdn.firstlook.org/wp-uploads/sites/1/2015/06/moar-targets-540x405.png)
    I've noticed that if the AV isn't on the list, it's probably not worth using in the first place.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2015, 03:47:50 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1435153586055-52593.png)
    Samsung deliberately disabling Windows Update (http://bsodanalysis.blogspot.com/2015/06/samsung-deliberately-disabling-windows.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on June 24, 2015, 11:52:42 PM
    Samsung deliberately disabling Windows Update (http://bsodanalysis.blogspot.com/2015/06/samsung-deliberately-disabling-windows.html)
    Why would we be worried with NSA when your software manufacturer is whom is against of you in such a critical issue: keep your system updated.
    Go ahead NSA, try to beat Samsung :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on June 25, 2015, 03:12:39 PM
    Oracle starts pushing Yahoo instead of Ask Toolbar with Java installations

    http://www.ghacks.net/2015/06/25/oracle-starts-pushing-yahoo-instead-of-ask-toolbar-with-java-installations/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on June 26, 2015, 11:10:30 PM
    Top 10 Incredibly Useful Windows Programs to Have On Hand
    www.lifehacker.com/top-10-incredibly-useful-windows-programs-to-have-on-ha-1584009886

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 26, 2015, 11:24:52 PM
    Top 10 Incredibly Useful Windows Programs to Have On Hand
    www.lifehacker.com/top-10-incredibly-useful-windows-programs-to-have-on-ha-1584009886 (http://www.lifehacker.com/top-10-incredibly-useful-windows-programs-to-have-on-ha-1584009886)
    Nice to also know that virtually all of these programs are already within this topic. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on June 27, 2015, 03:04:08 PM
    How to remove bloatware

    http://download.cnet.com/blog/download-blog/how-to-remove-bloatware
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 27, 2015, 03:22:29 PM
    How to remove bloatware

    http://download.cnet.com/blog/download-blog/how-to-remove-bloatware (http://download.cnet.com/blog/download-blog/how-to-remove-bloatware)
    It is far better to not install Bloatware on your system in the first place.
    Even the best removal tools usually leave some traces behind.
    Using a Custom Install and having Unchecky (http://unchecky.com/) running in the background is one way to prevent Bloatware from getting to your system.
    Doing a bit of research before deciding which program will do the best job may also help.
    Proactive is always better than reactive. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on June 27, 2015, 08:54:19 PM
    Yes I always do custom install and based on my signature I do have Unchecky and Revo Uninstaller installed. Also very true proactive is always better than reactive.  :). Out of the tools mentioned in the link and on the web, Revo Uninstaller to me is on the list and always trust on it.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on June 27, 2015, 09:11:23 PM
    Samsung deliberately disabling Windows Update (http://bsodanalysis.blogspot.com/2015/06/samsung-deliberately-disabling-windows.html)[/b]
    Well, my setting for WU is to download updates but let me choose whether to install them. That's for two reasons. One, I don't want updates being installed while I'm in the middle of a gaming session. That can be disastrous. Two, it gives me the chance to review the updates, especially the optional ones, and decide if I need them or not.

    Having said that, what Samsung is doing is wrong. People should have the option to set WU to work as they want it to.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on June 28, 2015, 06:07:17 PM
    ThinkPad Time Machine?
    blog.lenovo.com/en/blog/retro-thinkpad-time-machine/

    www.windowscentral.com/lenovo-posts-renders-thinkpad-time-machine-looking-gauge-consumer-interest

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 01, 2015, 08:02:04 AM
    Samsung deliberately disabling Windows Update (http://bsodanalysis.blogspot.com/2015/06/samsung-deliberately-disabling-windows.html)
    Why would we be worried with NSA when your software manufacturer is whom is against of you in such a critical issue: keep your system updated.
    Go ahead NSA, try to beat Samsung :)
    Samsung will patch its software to stop disabling Windows Update ‘within a few days’
    http://venturebeat.com/2015/06/26/samsung-will-patch-its-software-to-stop-disabling-windows-update-within-a-few-days/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 01, 2015, 03:29:15 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1435757284612-1462.png)

    Cisco to buy cybersecurity firm OpenDNS (https://www.opendns.com/cisco-opendns/)

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1435757494295-31759.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 08, 2015, 04:14:04 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1436364454037-53724.png)
    Something else to consider. I've always used LastPass (https://lastpass.com/) but,
    Google's Smart Lock (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=kennethcheng.com.lockscreen.free) may be safer.
    http://lifehacker.com/google-smart-lock-saves-your-passwords-logs-in-on-chro-1707652456 (http://lifehacker.com/google-smart-lock-saves-your-passwords-logs-in-on-chro-1707652456)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 08, 2015, 06:28:34 PM

    (https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTWrHrhCUDtuBSeGcqZtEGyUAmPT7Dn26-qsWP6rM2pIEdpYh9H6G8d7byd)
    No Internet, No Drivers?

    You need DriveTheLife for Network Card (http://www.drivethelife.com/drivethelife-for-network-card.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 09, 2015, 07:42:10 AM
    Welcome to the Team, Remotium!
    https://blog.avast.com/2015/07/08/welcome-to-the-team-remotium/

    (https://blog.avast.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/remotium.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on July 09, 2015, 10:50:20 PM
    The First USB-C Battery That Can Charge a Laptop at Full Speed
    http://gizmodo.com/the-first-usb-c-battery-that-can-charge-a-laptop-at-ful-1715997541
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 09, 2015, 11:17:46 PM
    Greece now changing to the Nautiluscoin, a digital currency? ;D
    Greece leaving the Euro for a Bitcoin variety with gold-standard?  8)
    Read : http://www.cnbc.com/id/102815706 & https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=591114.0

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on July 10, 2015, 12:41:47 AM
    TISA arriving - https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2015/05/tisa-yet-another-leaked-treaty-youve-never-heard-makes-secret-rules-internet  Local privacy rules will no longer apply, another American invasion?

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 10, 2015, 01:15:36 AM
    TISA arriving - https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2015/05/tisa-yet-another-leaked-treaty-youve-never-heard-makes-secret-rules-internet (https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2015/05/tisa-yet-another-leaked-treaty-youve-never-heard-makes-secret-rules-internet)  Local privacy rules will no longer apply, another American invasion?

    polonus
    Greece Finances is world news but hardly effects your computer unless you can't buy one or can't get on the internet. :)
    The abpve news is more security related than program related. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 11, 2015, 05:56:40 PM
    Want to improve the speed of your PC? Just Ask.

    https://blog.malwarebytes.org/online-security/2015/07/want-to-improve-the-speed-of-your-pc-just-ask/?utm_source=Gplus&utm_medium=social

    10 Years of Joomla! – Supporting JoomlaDay Minnesota

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/07/10-years-of-joomla-supporting-joomladay-minnesota.html?utm_campaign=Events&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 12, 2015, 08:50:16 PM
    Not software not system related but some good advice...

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 12, 2015, 09:37:10 PM
    Not software not system related but some good advice...
    I'm the one who takes care of my children s computers. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2015, 02:19:05 PM
     (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1436789833290-34606.png)
    The mail you want, not the spam you don’t. (http://gmailblog.blogspot.fr/2015/07/the-mail-you-want-not-spam-you-dont.html)
    (I can attest to the fact that I hardly ever receive Spam in my regular Inbox.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2015, 03:27:41 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1436793846899-77578.png)
    Wappalyzer (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wappalyzer/gppongmhjkpfnbhagpmjfkannfbllamg?hl=en) is a browser extension that uncovers the technologies used on websites.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on July 15, 2015, 04:06:22 PM
    Malwarebytes for Mac

    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?/topic/170518-malwarebytes-launches-on-the-mac-with-acquisition-of-adwaremedic/

    https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/mac/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 17, 2015, 04:58:17 PM
    Some new options in Google Drive File Sharing:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1437145130624-79061.png)
    If you select Advanced, you'll see two new options:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1437145211405-64325.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on July 28, 2015, 09:24:48 PM
    WP-CLI Guide: Secure Plugin & Theme Management

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/07/wp-cli-guide-secure-plugin-theme-management.html?utm_campaign=WP-CLI%20Guide%3A%20Secure%20Plugin%20%26%20Theme%20Management%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus&utm_term=wpcli

    Video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZB43wmvEn_I

    Hornet faster than Tor for anonymous browsing

    http://www.scmagazineuk.com/hornet-faster-than-tor-for-anonymous-browsing/article/428603/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on July 28, 2015, 09:57:46 PM
    JRT by Thisisu which was purchased by Malwarebytes is now being released under their mark  http://downloads.malwarebytes.org/file/jrt
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on July 30, 2015, 11:40:29 AM
    @bob3160

    Concerning XP-Update-Extender

    Yesterday (returned to Hamburg for a few hours) got another 7 Updates (besides KB890830) with it, everything installed without any issue.
     8)
    HDW
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 30, 2015, 06:25:33 PM
    Good to know. It's still not as good as having a modern OS but at least you're receiving updates.
    It's a program used by a lot of people that want to continue to use XP. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on July 30, 2015, 06:29:37 PM
    Good to know. It's still not as good as having a modern OS but at least you're receiving updates.
    It's a program used by a lot of people that want to continue to use XP. :)

    This is the reason for me to continue my posting about 'XP-Update-Extender'

    HDW
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on July 31, 2015, 12:30:17 PM
    Mozilla CEO Slams Microsoft for Reverting Back to Shady Browser Wars Tactics

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 31, 2015, 02:26:12 PM
    Mozilla CEO Slams Microsoft for Reverting Back to Shady Browser Wars Tactics

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml (http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml)
    Not really "news". Those tactics and misrepresentations have been going on since the old Internet Explorer and Netscape wars. :)
    http://www.networkworld.com/article/2287919/software/microsoft-ie-vs--netscape-navigator.html (http://www.networkworld.com/article/2287919/software/microsoft-ie-vs--netscape-navigator.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 31, 2015, 04:11:03 PM
    Mozilla CEO Slams Microsoft for Reverting Back to Shady Browser Wars Tactics

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml (http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml)
    Not really "news". Those tactics and misrepresentations have been going on since the old Internet Explorer and Netscape wars. :)
    http://www.networkworld.com/article/2287919/software/microsoft-ie-vs--netscape-navigator.html (http://www.networkworld.com/article/2287919/software/microsoft-ie-vs--netscape-navigator.html)

    I guess it will require a big fine from the EU again to make them sit up and take note about user choice and anti-competitive practices.

    This and the forced windows update function in win10, so much for MS having learnt their lesson about listening to users in the fiasco that was win8.0.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 31, 2015, 05:55:20 PM
    Mozilla CEO Slams Microsoft for Reverting Back to Shady Browser Wars Tactics

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml (http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml)
    Not really "news". Those tactics and misrepresentations have been going on since the old Internet Explorer and Netscape wars. :)
    http://www.networkworld.com/article/2287919/software/microsoft-ie-vs--netscape-navigator.html (http://www.networkworld.com/article/2287919/software/microsoft-ie-vs--netscape-navigator.html)


    I guess it will require a big fine from the EU again to make them sit up and take note about user choice and anti-competitive practices.

    This and the forced windows update function in win10, so much for MS having learnt their lesson about listening to users in the fiasco that was win8.0.

    I actually enjoyed Windows 8. It was even faster than Windows 10 and the third party choices for a start menu bypassed most peoples objections once they discovered it.
    Windows 10 is basically an upgrade of Windows 8.1 :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 31, 2015, 06:57:02 PM
    @ Bob
    I see you still have that size problem ;)

    Replicated here so others can read it.
    Quote from: 'bob3160'
    I actually enjoyed Windows 8. It was even faster than Windows 10 and the third party choices for a start menu bypassed most peoples objections once they discovered it.
    [/size]Windows 10 is basically an upgrade of Windows 8.1 :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 31, 2015, 07:15:15 PM
    Thanks David,
    Even Windows 10 didn't fix this. Wish the forum would. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 31, 2015, 07:17:35 PM
    (http://f.tqn.com/y/freebies/1/W/e/h/1/virustotal.png)
    11 Free Online Virus Scanners (http://freebies.about.com/od/computerfreebies/tp/free-online-virus-scan.htm)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on August 01, 2015, 12:41:03 AM
    Mozilla CEO Slams Microsoft for Reverting Back to Shady Browser Wars Tactics

      http://news.softpedia.com/news/mozilla-ceo-slams-microsoft-for-reverting-back-to-shady-browser-wars-tacticts-488170.shtml
    All because Firefox usage has been declining rapidly around the world.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on August 01, 2015, 01:15:55 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    Microsoft was fined earlier in Europe for doing excactly the same thing, frustrating default browser choice.
    And now one would think this is a second strike offense: Commission fines Microsoft for non-compliance with browser choice commitments 06 March 2013
    http://ec.europa.eu/competition/consumers/web_browsers_choice_en.html
    Has nothing to do whether it is firefox, Google chrome or Opera for that matter.
    Oh wait it seems now that  IE dropped enough in popularity that MS is free again to ignore Blue E's rivals on the old continent:
    http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/microsoft-is-free-again-to-ignore-ie-rivals-in-europe/

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on August 01, 2015, 06:35:41 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    Microsoft was fined earlier in Europe for doing excactly the same thing, frustrating default browser choice.
    And now one would think this is a second strike offense: Commission fines Microsoft for non-compliance with browser choice commitments 06 March 2013
    http://ec.europa.eu/competition/consumers/web_browsers_choice_en.html
    Has nothing to do whether it is firefox, Google chrome or Opera for that matter.
    Oh wait it seems now that  IE dropped enough in popularity that MS is free again to ignore Blue E's rivals on the old continent:
    http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/microsoft-is-free-again-to-ignore-ie-rivals-in-europe/

    polonus
    I know all about what was done in Europe earlier. I thought at the time it was ridiculous and still do. Microsoft's stance now is that the provisions imposed on them in that case have now expired. The new screen they give should be more than good enough to inform people of their choices.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2015, 06:11:26 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1438790530402-44600.png)
    (https://billmullins.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/wps_clip_image-11142_thumb.png?w=500&h=298)
    (Use at your own risk) Privacy also comes with a price. Cortana will not work after
    these changes have been applied. I'm sure that some other functions will also be negatively effected.
    I made my changes manually since I wanted to use Cortana.
    I also know that privacy in this world is really a myth. :)
    Get it from:
    https://github.com/10se1ucgo/DisableWinTracking/releases/tag/v1.5 (https://github.com/10se1ucgo/DisableWinTracking/releases/tag/v1.5)


    (I learned about this from Bill Mullins (https://billmullins.wordpress.com/2015/08/05/tech-thoughts-net-news-wednesday-edition-august-5-2015/))
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on August 05, 2015, 07:53:29 PM
    WP-CLI Guide: Install WordPress via SSH

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/08/wp-cli-guide-installing-wordpress.html?utm_campaign=WP-CLI%20Guide%3A%20Install%20WordPress%20via%20SSH%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 24, 2015, 05:55:19 PM

    Ultimate Windows Tweaker 4 for Windows 10 (http://www.thewindowsclub.com/ultimate-windows-tweaker-4-windows-10)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1440431673565-97316.png)
    I like the easy access this utility offers to some of the Windows 10 functions.
    (I don't like tweaking tools. If you use this to Tweak Windows 10, you do so at your own risk.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 25, 2015, 08:58:31 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1440528834608-96724.png)
           Free Encrypted Email Chat and Storage (https://www.ghostmail.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 28, 2015, 11:57:24 AM
    PayPal One Touch is Now Being Used By Millions of People and Available in 16 Countries
    https://stories.paypal-corp.com/home/paypal-one-touch-is-now-being-used-by-millions-of-people-and-available-in-16-countries
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 28, 2015, 05:50:19 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1440776822252-95196.png)

    Microsoft's Snipping Tool is growing up.
    https://mix.office.com/watch/mt6qjiijo73w?autoplay=1 (https://mix.office.com/watch/mt6qjiijo73w?autoplay=1)
    You can download it from here:
    https://mix.office.com/Snip (https://mix.office.com/Snip)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 02, 2015, 09:24:15 AM
    Microsoft's Project Sonar: Malware detonation as a service
    http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-project-sonar-malware-detonation-as-a-service/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 02, 2015, 05:12:12 PM
    Microsoft's Project Sonar: Malware detonation as a service
    http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-project-sonar-malware-detonation-as-a-service/

    Interesting, trying to get windows defender off its knees no doubt ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on September 02, 2015, 05:27:01 PM
    Would be interesting to see that implemented to Defender, no doubt.

    Defender has to get alot better, also after Avast Defender is the most widely used AV on the market.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 02, 2015, 05:37:44 PM
    Defender in Win10 will come forward in leap and bounds, it's rooted much more deeply into the system than previous versions and partnered with some of the new technology in UAC they've enabled a much more effective antimalware, including their own cloud service.

    You can read more in their pdf download http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48723
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on September 02, 2015, 05:42:05 PM
    @CraigB: They still have alot of work to do, like it just lets any file with a signature right by for example.

    Unless a signature or the Cloud detect it, nothing gets in their way.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 02, 2015, 05:47:32 PM
    Yeah they have a lot of work to do...but at least they are heading in the right direction again.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on September 02, 2015, 05:49:37 PM
    I hope they will keep this track :)

    Also a context-menu entry and a new UI would be helpful, maybe as Universal App.

    New Engine,new database and faster malware removal shold be handy too :D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on September 02, 2015, 11:06:27 PM
    I tried using just Defender for a few days and it still suffers from the same problem that has been present from MSE days. I keep the installation files, mostly .exe's, for all of my installed programs in my Downloads folder. The first time that folder is opened after a restart, it takes a very long time for the contents to be shown. I get a small message saying "working on it" while the green progress bar creeps slowly along. With Defender off or disabled by another product, the folder loads much faster. The only real solution if you want to keep using Defender is to exclude the Downloads folder from being scanned. Of course this is a less than desirable scenario.

    Defender has made big strides forward since the first MSE and is much lighter and faster while at the same time being more effective. The problem I gave, however, prevents me from using it as the default protection. The problem has been reported many times by many people with still no resolution.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on September 02, 2015, 11:19:36 PM
    @Dch48: How do you think about this getting into Windows Defender?

    http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-project-sonar-malware-detonation-as-a-service/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on September 02, 2015, 11:36:10 PM
    @Dch48: How do you think about this getting into Windows Defender?

    http://www.zdnet.com/article/microsofts-project-sonar-malware-detonation-as-a-service/
    I saw that and it's very interesting.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 03, 2015, 06:21:47 AM
    Well being Window Defender is an Anti malware solution and even with the improvements I wonder how it would then compare to MBAM. ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 03, 2015, 08:14:00 AM
    Well being Window Defender is an Anti malware solution and even with the improvements I wonder how it would then compare to MBAM. ???
    MBAM has really dropped off on their detection rates over the last year or so and I never see anything detected anymore other than the odd PUP it'll remove from installers.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2015, 01:42:15 PM
    Well being Window Defender is an Anti malware solution and even with the improvements I wonder how it would then compare to MBAM. ???
    MBAM has really dropped off on their detection rates over the last year or so and I never see anything detected anymore other than the odd PUP it'll remove from installers.
    Windows Defender is more than just an Anti Malware program if we're talking about Windows 8 and up.
    Is Malwarebytes less effective or, has Avast just gotten much better at protecting us against Malware ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 03, 2015, 03:07:55 PM
    Bob, I believe we're discussing Defender with MBAM, Avast wasn't being compared.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2015, 03:13:13 PM
    Bob, I believe we're discussing Defender with MBAM, Avast wasn't being compared.
    Your statement: "MBAM has really dropped off on their detection rates over the last year or so and I never see anything detected anymore other than the odd PUP it'll remove from installers."
    I was giving you a reason why that is probably happening.
    Please read my statement. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 03, 2015, 03:18:25 PM
    But you haven't read correctly what I have said, I'm talking about Defender with MBAM, Avast isn't in the equation.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2015, 03:28:37 PM
    But you haven't read correctly what I have said, I'm talking about Defender with MBAM, Avast isn't in the equation.
    Have you stopped using Avast ??? If not, Avast is certainly in the picture. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 03, 2015, 03:49:17 PM
    But you haven't read correctly what I have said, I'm talking about Defender with MBAM, Avast isn't in the equation.
    Have you stopped using Avast ??? If not, Avast is certainly in the picture. :)
    I keep it on one test system though as the recent discussion is concerning Defender and MBAM then Avast cant be in the picture or else Defender would have been disabled wouldn't it ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 03, 2015, 04:45:19 PM
    But you haven't read correctly what I have said, I'm talking about Defender with MBAM, Avast isn't in the equation.
    Have you stopped using Avast ??? If not, Avast is certainly in the picture. :)
    I keep it on one test system though as the recent discussion is concerning Defender and MBAM then Avast cant be in the picture or else Defender would have been disabled wouldn't it ;)
    Not necessarily. You can run them both. I wouldn't recommend it.
    Have it your way. This is also more security related than software and system news. :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on September 04, 2015, 10:31:58 AM
    If MBAM isn't detecting anything then maybe there is nothing to detect.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on September 04, 2015, 10:46:28 AM
    There should always be the fine balance between what is essential added layered protection and what is just harmful "overkill".
    So you should know where your AV is performing "under par", so to say. So do not add more of the same there, because that is no solution. Here for instance users could be glad to have Adguard as an extension inside the browser as AOS does not flag - an example:
    Quote
    Adguard has blocked access to this page

    This web page at wXw.poddebice.net.pl has been reported as a phishing page and has been blocked based on your security preferences.

    Adguard has found that this page may be a forgery or imitation of another website, designed to trick users into sharing personal or financial information. Entering any personal information on this page may result in identity theft or other abuse.

    Sometimes I have DrWeb's extension flag issues Avast misses, sometimes I am warned by "informed"WOT user reports for AOS omissions.

    And here I only touch in-browser detection as that is the special terrain I happen to have gained some relevant knowledge. So I know about the blind spots of Avast detection there so I have put up some extra "rearview mirrors" to be better protected, and also report these "blind spots" to Avast as almost on a daily basis.

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 04, 2015, 03:42:38 PM

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1441377968515-8943.png) Google Docs now has speech typing and as you can see, it works very well:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1441377433325-13325.png)
    To activate the function, simply open a Google Doc, select tools and then select Voice Typing. You'll need to allow it permission to use your mic. That's it, you talk, it types.
    Yes, period, comma and paragraph all work.
    Have fun and become a speed typist. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on September 11, 2015, 06:27:33 PM
    Ask Sucuri: How to Create Website Backups?

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/how-to-create-website-backups.html?utm_campaign=Ask%20Sucuri%3A%20How%20to%20Create%20Website%20Backups%3F%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus

    Demystifying File and Folder Permissions

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/demystifying-file-and-folder-permissions.html?utm_campaign=Demystifying%20Folder%20Permissions%20blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 12, 2015, 03:28:37 PM
    Hideaway (VPN) from Firetrust (http://www.firetrust.com/en/products/hideaway-secure-unlimited-vpn)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1442064259010-28663.png)
    The freemium version gives you 1/2 hr service then disconnects.
    You'll need to wait 5 Min. before you can reconnect for the next 1/2 hr.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 12, 2015, 03:38:41 PM
    Hideaway (VPN) from Firetrust (http://www.firetrust.com/en/products/hideaway-secure-unlimited-vpn)
    <snip image>
    The freemium version gives you 1/2 hr service then disconnects.
    You'll need to wait 5 Min. before you can reconnect for the next 1/2 hr.

    Certainly looks promising and comes from Firetrust the same people that creates MailWasher Pro anti-spam filter, which I have used for absolutely years.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 12, 2015, 05:27:16 PM
    Hideaway (VPN) from Firetrust (http://www.firetrust.com/en/products/hideaway-secure-unlimited-vpn)
    <snip image>
    The freemium version gives you 1/2 hr service then disconnects.
    You'll need to wait 5 Min. before you can reconnect for the next 1/2 hr.

    Certainly looks promising and comes from Firetrust the same people that creates MailWasher Pro anti-spam filter, which I have used for absolutely years.

    Yes this does look promising and agreed, Firetrust has been an excellent company for me as I also have used Mailwasher for years.
    Looks like an abundance of configuration settings/options. Definitely intend to give this a shot
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 15, 2015, 09:44:47 PM
    This computer chip will self destruct in ... 5 ... 4 ... 3 ... 2 ... 1 ... zap
    www.engadget.com/2015/09/12/self-destructing-computer-chip-darpa/
    www.idg.tv/video/57605/xerox-parcs-self-destructing-chip-explodes-on-demand

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on September 17, 2015, 04:36:17 PM
    WordPress 4.3.1 Security and Maintenance Release

    https://wordpress.org/news/2015/09/wordpress-4-3-1/?utm_campaign=WordPress%204.3.1%20Release&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus

    WordPress Brute Force Attacks – 2015 Threat Landscape

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/wordpress-brute-force-attacks-2015-threat-landscape.html?utm_campaign=WordPress%20Brute%20Force%20Attacks%20%E2%80%93%202015%20Threat%20Landscape%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus

    Hacks like Ashley Madison expose weak passwords, create new business

    http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/shinal/2015/09/15/ashley-madison-hacks-passwords/72347728/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on September 19, 2015, 05:53:33 PM
    Analyzing Proxy Based Spam Networks

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/analyzing-proxy-based-spam-networks.html?utm_campaign=Analyzing%20Proxy%20Based%20Spam%20Networks%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus

    WordPress Malware – Active VisitorTracker Campaign

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/wordpress-malware-active-visitortracker-campaign.html?utm_content=20399482&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 19, 2015, 09:57:51 PM
    Analyzing Proxy Based Spam Networks

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/analyzing-proxy-based-spam-networks.html?utm_campaign=Analyzing%20Proxy%20Based%20Spam%20Networks%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus (https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/analyzing-proxy-based-spam-networks.html?utm_campaign=Analyzing%20Proxy%20Based%20Spam%20Networks%20Blogpost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus)

    WordPress Malware – Active VisitorTracker Campaign

    https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/wordpress-malware-active-visitortracker-campaign.html?utm_content=20399482&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus (https://blog.sucuri.net/2015/09/wordpress-malware-active-visitortracker-campaign.html?utm_content=20399482&utm_medium=social&utm_source=googleplus)
    This sounds like it belongs in the Security Warnings Thread:
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=52252.0 (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=52252.0)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2015, 03:48:01 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1442843061586-86685.png)
    https://www.spyshelter.com/ (https://www.spyshelter.com/)
    (Opinions welcome)



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on September 21, 2015, 04:50:10 PM
    Very Soon, Swipes will be Out and Inserts will be In

    https://blog.malwarebytes.org/security-threat/2015/09/very-soon-swipes-will-be-out-and-inserts-will-be-in/?utm_source=Gplus&utm_medium=social
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2015, 04:54:44 PM
    Very Soon, Swipes will be Out and Inserts will be In

    https://blog.malwarebytes.org/security-threat/2015/09/very-soon-swipes-will-be-out-and-inserts-will-be-in/?utm_source=Gplus&utm_medium=social (https://blog.malwarebytes.org/security-threat/2015/09/very-soon-swipes-will-be-out-and-inserts-will-be-in/?utm_source=Gplus&utm_medium=social)
    link not reachable
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 21, 2015, 04:58:56 PM
    link not reachable
    Works for me on IE.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 21, 2015, 04:59:33 PM
    Very Soon, Swipes will be Out and Inserts will be In

    https://blog.malwarebytes.org/security-threat/2015/09/very-soon-swipes-will-be-out-and-inserts-will-be-in/?utm_source=Gplus&utm_medium=social (https://blog.malwarebytes.org/security-threat/2015/09/very-soon-swipes-will-be-out-and-inserts-will-be-in/?utm_source=Gplus&utm_medium=social)
    link not reachable


    No problem here.
     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 21, 2015, 05:00:46 PM
    link not reachable
    Works for me on IE.

    And on firefox 40.0.3 on avast 10.4.2233, loaded a little slow but it did load.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on September 21, 2015, 05:01:06 PM
    Been using chip and pin in the UK for years... Come on catch up :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 21, 2015, 05:02:59 PM
    Been using chip and pin in the UK for years... Come on catch up :)
    Same here in Australia :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 21, 2015, 05:03:04 PM
    Been using chip and pin in the UK for years... Come on catch up :)

    In Canada as well. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 21, 2015, 05:04:22 PM
    Been using chip and pin in the UK for years... Come on catch up :)

    Not just chip and pin, but now contactless payment, which has been here for over a year or so.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 21, 2015, 05:10:25 PM
    Not just chip and pin, but now contactless payment, which has been here for over a year or so.
    You mean the "near field" payment method where you place the card over the payment device? we've also had that for a couple of years which can also be done by placing your phone in the same way.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 21, 2015, 05:15:32 PM
    Not just chip and pin, but now contactless payment, which has been here for over a year or so.
    You mean the "near field" payment method where you place the card over the payment device? we've also had that for a couple of years which can also be done by placing your phone in the same way.

    Called "Tap and Pay" in Canada
    Just tap the machine and instant purchase
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on September 21, 2015, 05:15:55 PM
    Aye thats it and I do not trust it :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 21, 2015, 05:19:57 PM
    Aye thats it and I do not trust it :)
    Tap and pay is limited to $99 here for security purposes, any more and you have to insert the card and use pin.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 21, 2015, 05:21:43 PM
    Aye thats it and I do not trust it :)

    I got some card sleeves so that they can't be scanned in your wallet, whilst in your pocket ;D

    <snip>
    Tap and pay is limited to $99 here for security purposes, any more and you have to insert the card and use pin.

    Has just been increased to £30 (up from £20) in the UK.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2015, 05:22:31 PM
    Were getting a bit off topic. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 21, 2015, 05:23:57 PM
    In Canada, with the Royal Bank of Canada you have to go into the bank, initialize the feature and set your terms/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 21, 2015, 08:42:59 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1442843061586-86685.png)
    https://www.spyshelter.com/ (https://www.spyshelter.com/)
    (Opinions welcome)
    I'm still hoping to get some feedback on this. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 22, 2015, 12:11:37 PM
    Google Apps for Work adopts ISO 27018 cloud privacy standard
    http://googleforwork.blogspot.com/2015/09/Google-Apps-for-Work-adopts-ISO-27018-cloud-privacy-standard.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 23, 2015, 11:00:43 PM
    (https://tctechcrunch2011.files.wordpress.com/2015/09/block.gif?w=364&h=396)
    Gmail Now Lets You Easily Block Annoying Senders (http://techcrunch.com/2015/09/22/gmail-now-lets-you-easily-block-annoying-senders/)

    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1443042410949-80489.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on September 24, 2015, 08:52:21 PM
    The Sucuri Guide to WPScan: Installing WPScan

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOfhaJccurM
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on September 24, 2015, 10:17:03 PM
    Gmail Postmaster Tools.   http://gmailblog.blogspot.fr/2015/07/the-mail-you-want-not-spam-you-dont.html

    Postmaster Tools https://gmail.com/postmaster/



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 25, 2015, 08:10:36 PM
    Super Large collection of Windows Shortcuts (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-vSic0iJgyebUtsUU5mY1hNdTQ/view?usp=sharing)

    For details and alternate download:
    http://www.7tutorials.com/biggest-library-windows-7-shortcuts?utm_source=howtogeek&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter (http://www.7tutorials.com/biggest-library-windows-7-shortcuts?utm_source=howtogeek&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 28, 2015, 11:07:26 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1443474225493-78329.png)
                      An excellent tutorial. (http://www.howtogeek.com/212494/how-to-use-winpatrol-to-monitor-your-system-for-any-changes/)
    ( Even if you're already using the product. :) )


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on October 01, 2015, 10:17:41 PM
    Windows Defender dramatically improves antivirus protection scores

    http://www.winbeta.org/news/windows-defender-dramatically-improves-antivirus-protection-scores

    Av-Test Report: https://www.av-test.org/en/antivirus/home-windows/windows-7/august-2015/microsoft-security-essentials-4.8-153247/

    Sorry im not sure if its fitting in here :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 01, 2015, 10:19:03 PM
    Windows Defender dramatically improves antivirus protection scores

    http://www.winbeta.org/news/windows-defender-dramatically-improves-antivirus-protection-scores (http://www.winbeta.org/news/windows-defender-dramatically-improves-antivirus-protection-scores)

    Av-Test Report: https://www.av-test.org/en/antivirus/home-windows/windows-7/august-2015/microsoft-security-essentials-4.8-153247/ (https://www.av-test.org/en/antivirus/home-windows/windows-7/august-2015/microsoft-security-essentials-4.8-153247/)

    Sorry im not sure if its fitting in here :)
    Probably belongs in Security but really doesn't matter.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on October 01, 2015, 10:22:08 PM
    It would be great to see Microsoft improve Defender even further :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 01, 2015, 10:26:19 PM
    It would be great to see Microsoft improve Defender even further :)
    I just want Avast to work :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on October 01, 2015, 10:31:41 PM
    ^^Thats also an option :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 01, 2015, 11:01:46 PM
    Defender being improved is a win situation for everyone, no matter what AV you actually use. It will push the 3rd party vendors to improve their products.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 01, 2015, 11:19:18 PM
    Defender being improved is a win situation for everyone, no matter what AV you actually use. It will push the 3rd party vendors to improve their products.
    Since the improvement still leaves Defender far behind anything worth considering as a replacement, I highly doubt it's going to ruffle any ones feathers. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 01, 2015, 11:23:10 PM
    Going by past history the only thing Windows Defender can do is "improve".
    Windows Defender can't do much worse than anytime before.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on October 02, 2015, 11:02:25 PM
    Defender being improved is a win situation for everyone, no matter what AV you actually use. It will push the 3rd party vendors to improve their products.
    Since the improvement still leaves Defender far behind anything worth considering as a replacement, I highly doubt it's going to ruffle any ones feathers. :)
    Actually, that's not quite true. In the tests Defender equaled Ahn Labs and Comodo and was just barely behind Eset. It's not "far behind" any more.
     I say it's a win for everyone because all the other vendors use Defender as a baseline and also depend on Microsoft in a large degree for new malware reports. Yes, this does include Avast. If the baseline is raised, then all products should improve to keep from falling behind.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 05, 2015, 04:57:57 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1444056816863-79493.png)
    I use Prey (https://preyproject.com/) to protect my Laptops that travel with me when I'm on the road doing
    Security related Presentations for Avast (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg647360#msg647360).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on October 05, 2015, 06:45:06 PM
    @Bob
    The "Prey Project".
    This is very interesting and works like a charm. 3 devices for FREE.
    Nice.  ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 05, 2015, 10:29:04 PM
    @Bob
    The "Prey Project".
    This is very interesting and works like a charm. 3 devices for FREE.
    Nice.  ;)
    I've used this for some time but saw a reminder of this program in Tech Thoughts (https://billmullins.wordpress.com/2015/10/05/tech-thoughts-net-news-monday-edition-october-5/) so I decided to pass the information along.  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 08, 2015, 12:01:12 PM
    Need for speeeeeed ....

    The Intel® SSD DC P3608 - 5GB/s bandwidth
    http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/solid-state-drives/solid-state-drives-dc-p3608-series.html

    and almost free   ;D
    1,6 TB: 3509 dollar
    3,2 TB: 7009 dollar
    4 TB: 8759 dollar


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on October 08, 2015, 08:26:33 PM
    Need for speeeeeed ....

    The Intel® SSD DC P3608 - 5GB/s bandwidth
    http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/solid-state-drives/solid-state-drives-dc-p3608-series.html

    and almost free   ;D
    1,6 TB: 3509 dollar
    3,2 TB: 7009 dollar
    4 TB: 8759 dollar
    What's free?  Where?    ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 08, 2015, 10:55:02 PM
    (http://grabilla.com/05a08-e32f6306-0573-4b7e-898c-2390239fb497.png) (http://grabilla.com/05a08-e32f6306-0573-4b7e-898c-2390239fb497.html)
    Grabilla Screen Capture (http://grabilla.com/)
    (The above screenshot was taken with this program and the code needed for embedding into the forum was saved to the clipboard.)
    Here's a picture of the code:
    (http://grabilla.com/05a08-83aff770-8c6f-4660-8c0a-bdc6a81fa625.png) (http://grabilla.com/05a08-83aff770-8c6f-4660-8c0a-bdc6a81fa625.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 13, 2015, 09:52:24 AM
    LastPass Joins the LogMeIn Family
    https://blog.lastpass.com/2015/10/lastpass-joins-logmein.html/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 13, 2015, 10:58:49 AM
    LastPass Joins the LogMeIn Family
    https://blog.lastpass.com/2015/10/lastpass-joins-logmein.html/
    More here...
    LogMeIn, the specialist remote computer access company has bought the ever popular password-management firm LastPass, for $125 million.
    http://news.filehippo.com/2015/10/logmein-buys-last-pass-125-million/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 14, 2015, 11:54:23 PM
    Not Only for Home Use: (http://www.google.com/appserve/mkt/p/ZsCqxHBQyvPdiN_eyrQT78W2xgeWLMyEQyf9kJUyMsju2YNNiMwshMAW7Q7vWFUb)
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1444859447277-404.png)  (http://www.google.com/appserve/mkt/p/ZsCqxHBQyvPdiN_eyrQT78W2xgeWLMyEQyf9kJUyMsju2YNNiMwshMAW7Q7vWFUb)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 21, 2015, 10:36:26 AM
    .NET Core and ASP.NET Launches a Beta Bug Bounty Program
    http://blogs.msdn.com/b/webdev/archive/2015/10/20/net-core-and-asp-net-launches-a-beta-bug-bounty-program.aspx
    https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/mt574248
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 22, 2015, 07:17:53 AM
    Trend Micro Acquires HP TippingPoint, Establishing Game-Changing Network Defense Solution
    http://newsroom.trendmicro.com/press-release/company-milestones/trend-micro-acquires-hp-tippingpoint
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 04, 2015, 03:03:14 PM
    Avast CEO talks new products, China ban, and the Snowden effect. (http://www.zdnet.com/article/avast-ceo-new-products-snowden-leaks-china-government/)

              (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1446645568582-27779.png)
                            Chief Executive Officer Vince Steckler.
                             (As always, a very interesting read.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 09, 2015, 01:36:40 PM
    SHA-1 Deprecation Update
    http://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2015/11/04/sha-1-deprecation-update/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on November 12, 2015, 11:12:11 AM
    Flexera Software Acquires Secunia

    http://www.flexerasoftware.com/enterprise/company/news-center/press-releases/Flexera-Software-Acquires-Secunia-Software-Vulnerability-Management.html (http://www.flexerasoftware.com/enterprise/company/news-center/press-releases/Flexera-Software-Acquires-Secunia-Software-Vulnerability-Management.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 02, 2015, 04:38:47 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1449070631254-47389.png)
    http://www.hardwipe.com/ (http://www.hardwipe.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on December 02, 2015, 05:09:39 PM
    I've been using Hardwipe for 3 years and it is the BEST software freedom from government spying, criminal data theft and espionage!

    You will NOT be sorry ;) which option is right for you? for me I just choose the Essential platform others might choose Pro.

    http://www.hardwipe.com/features.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kls490 on December 04, 2015, 09:46:34 PM
    Greetings Bob and SpeedyPC,

         As usual, you've provided some very interesting info!  I've done some reading about the Hardwipe program and have one question.

    Over the past several years, the only "Drive Wiper" type application (for overwriting FREE space ONLY) on my HDD, has been the one within CCLeaner.

    Is there any significant advantage to using the Hardwipe program over CCleaner's Drive Wiper component (solely for overwriting free space only)?

    [Being the non-techie type - I certainly don't want to end up doing something that might inadvertently result in serious computer problems].

    Thanks very much for your time and any enlightenment!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on December 05, 2015, 09:43:21 AM
    Greetings Bob and SpeedyPC,

         As usual, you've provided some very interesting info!  I've done some reading about the Hardwipe program and have one question.

    Over the past several years, the only "Drive Wiper" type application (for overwriting FREE space ONLY) on my HDD, has been the one within CCLeaner.

    Is there any significant advantage to using the Hardwipe program over CCleaner's Drive Wiper component (solely for overwriting free space only)?

    [Being the non-techie type - I certainly don't want to end up doing something that might inadvertently result in serious computer problems].

    Thanks very much for your time and any enlightenment!

    G'day KLS,

    I find Hardwipe clean free drive space perform much better and very safe than CCleaner, I never used CCleaner to clean free drive space because I had a number of issue in the past so this why I choose Hardwipe.

    I still use CCleaner for registry and cleaning any left over such as cookies or any internet history and  nothing else with clean free drive space, any way what I would recommend for you as your very first time using Hardwipe I would doing a complete image backup just in case something might wrong with your HDD. For me I've never had any issue at ALL since I've been using Hardwpie for 3 years, and this software has never fail me or let me down in any way because I have 2 SSD on my laptop and it much quicker than HDD.

    As I said for you it better to do a complete image backup just in case something might go wrong.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kls490 on December 05, 2015, 12:53:57 PM
    Hi SpeedyPC, and much obliged for the info you provided!

    Fortunately, (as you recommended), a year or so ago I began using the "backup" function on this Win 7 desktop to create a full system image every week (to an external HDD).
    So, l may give this Hardwipe program a try.

    [With CCleaner, if I do a "DoD-level" free space wipe (i.e., 3-passes)...I have to plan on being unable to use my computer for at least 36 hours or longer, as it takes a very long time for the process to complete].  I'm guessing the same is probably true for Hardwipe as well.

    Cheers!  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on December 05, 2015, 02:26:35 PM
    KLS,

    I never set my wipe settings at 3 passes because it takes forever to clean, I set mind to 'Random Data' this scheme overwrites data in a single pass with pseudo-random values.

    For more information see link http://www.hardwipe.com/user_guide/sanitization_schemes.html#razer
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 05, 2015, 03:03:32 PM
    My question is who has access to your HD that requires this extreme procedure ???
    With the price of HD's, when it's time to replace, smash the old HD. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kls490 on December 05, 2015, 03:27:29 PM
    Morning Bob,

    Point taken.

    Actually, no one.  I have only this single, standalone desktop, not on any network, and living alone (with my kitty).  So I'm the only one who ever uses or even has access to it.

    The only reason I've used that 3-pass wipe option in CCleaner, is solely because of a few recommendations received in another forum a few years ago. 

    Thanks for the follow-up info!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on December 05, 2015, 03:51:28 PM
    Hi kls490,

    But CCleaner is also a good option security wise,
    because what you have cleansed off cannot bite you in the glorious behind later.
    Your system and kitty will thank you afterwards for that.
    Have a great week-end,

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 05, 2015, 04:03:22 PM
    Hi kls490,

    But CCleaner is also a good option security wise,
    because what you have cleansed off cannot bite you in the glorious behind later.
    Your system and kitty will thank you afterwards for that.
    Have a great week-end,

    polonus
    Thoroughly cleaning or wiping any part of a drive that only you have access too,
    is a good thing to do if you have a lot of time to waste.
    If other people have access to your system or, you plan to pass the drive onto someone else,
    wiping it is not only a good idea, it's a must.
    I personally have never wiped a HD for the purpose of giving it to a stranger or any one else.
    I have purchased a new HD and passed it along to a friend in need.
    Considering the price of HD's and the time invested in totally cleaning an old one,
    it might actully be cheaper to purchase a new one.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: kls490 on December 05, 2015, 05:23:44 PM
    Much obliged to you, Bob and Pol for your respective follow-ups'!

    Best wishes to each of you for a happy holiday season! (and a big 'MEOW' from Munchkin) :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on December 05, 2015, 11:43:21 PM
    I have never used the wipe functions in CCleaner or any other program. The simple cleanup routines have always been good enough. The only time I would even consider using a total disk wipe would be if I was transferring the entire computer to a new owner and even then , just deleting your user account wipes all of your data and it would take very sophisticated techniques to retrieve any of it. Very very few would be able to do it or even want to. When giving or selling the computer to a trusted person, just the user change should be sufficient. Selling to a stranger or wishing to retain the Windows license would be different. Then I would do the secure wipe. Doing it in any other scenario smacks of paranoia to me.

    However, I'm wondering about Windows 10 licensing since it is now tied to the hardware and not to a key. It seems that that would negate the ability to retain the license and use it on another machine. Even if you completely wiped the drive and sold the machine to someone else, would they be able to download a copy of Windows 10, install it and have it automatically activate? It seems that they would if none of the hardware has been changed.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on December 06, 2015, 12:09:39 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    That is also what I mean, Dch48, and where I agree, the "normal cleansing routine" of CCleaner is also a very good security precautionary measure. This software has two sides, just like an adblocker has two sides, it blocks ads but it is also delivering protection against malvertisement and malicious ads. So here you catch two flies....

    pol
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 06, 2015, 12:41:09 AM
    Hi Dch48,

    That is also what I mean, Dch48, and where I agree, the "normal cleansing routine" of CCleaner is also a very good security precautionary measure. This software has two sides, just like an adblocker has two sides, it blocks ads but it is also delivering protection against malvertisement and malicious ads. So here you catch two flies....

    pol
    Sorry but I don't follow your statement at all. Agree with what ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: polonus on December 06, 2015, 01:02:28 AM
    Agree with the fact that the standard CCleaner routine without the wiping functions and registry cleansing could also be taken as  a malware protective measure in itself. That was what I meant. So one I use CCleaner to cache clean my browser(s) and also use this regular cleansing to cleanse unwanted code from within the browsers as well. Just like chewing gum can help next to brushing your teeth. Can you follow my reasoning now?

    polonus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 06, 2015, 01:18:40 AM
    Agree with the fact that the standard CCleaner routine without the wiping functions and registry cleansing could also be taken as  a malware protective measure in itself. That was what I meant. So one I use CCleaner to cache clean my browser(s) and also use this regular cleansing to cleanse unwanted code from within the browsers as well. Just like chewing gum can help next to brushing your teeth. Can you follow my reasoning now?

    polonus

    Well if you clear you browser cache, etc. etc. etc. when you close it you don't need CCleaner for that. But it is handy for other non browser temp files, etc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 18, 2015, 10:56:19 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450475812386-11302.png)


    If you don't want your 15 Gig reduced click on the following before 1/31/2016
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450475723795-97686.png) (https://preview.onedrive.com/bonus/)
             If you don't, your storage will be reduced to 5 Gig
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 19, 2015, 07:26:29 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450549393404-53137.png)
    http://www.site2unblock.com/win-updates-disabler/ (http://www.site2unblock.com/win-updates-disabler/)
    Works on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 and Windows 10 (32\64-bit.
    (I have not personally tested this program so use it at your own risk.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on December 19, 2015, 09:32:05 PM
    Hmmm... Why would we disable the updates?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 19, 2015, 09:37:48 PM
    Hmmm... Why would we disable the updates?
    "We" would not. There are those that don't wan to see any further requests to update to Windows 10.
    This will certainly do that. When ready, you can always turn updates back on. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on December 19, 2015, 11:41:37 PM
    Microsoft has a habit of releasing bad updates, this tool could be used to delay an update for a week or so to see if the update was one of their bad ones or not. Many people I know using W7 or W8 will wait at least a week before installing any updates. It was stupid of MS not allowing this in W10.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on December 20, 2015, 01:26:40 AM
    Hmmm... Why would we disable the updates?

    OT:- I always do a manual MS windows update because it much safer, I know some people don't agree with me because I have seen MS can release bad updates by mistake and this why I never set it to automatic and I always check before installing that way it doesn't damage the OS.

    What I always do I wait at least a week after MS release the update patch, that way I keep an eye out IF MS made a mistake releasing the wrong MS patch that way I don't get myself caught out.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on December 20, 2015, 09:38:32 AM
    In windows 7, my computer is set to download the updates but then let me choose when or even whether to install them. I would never completely disable Windows Update. In Windows 10, they do install automatically but all driver updates are not allowed because for some of my hardware, the older drivers are preferable. This is with the Home version too. In my 16 years of using Windows, I have never encountered a problem caused by a Windows Update or had to uninstall one.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 20, 2015, 03:37:53 PM
    Win Update Disabler was aimed at those using Windows 10
    where bypassing updates isn't the same as in prior versions.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 21, 2015, 06:50:41 AM
    An update on SHA-1 certificates in Chrome
    https://googleonlinesecurity.blogspot.com/2015/12/an-update-on-sha-1-certificates-in.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 22, 2015, 02:41:14 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450791369652-96598.png)
    Compact Tray Meter (http://dennisbabkin.com/ctm/)
    My Dell Laptop came without any indicator lights.
    To put it bluntly, it quite often leaves me in the dark.
    This little program fixed that annoyance.
    The program is also light on system resources:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450791854450-60700.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on January 02, 2016, 05:21:07 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450791369652-96598.png)
    Compact Tray Meter (http://dennisbabkin.com/ctm/)
    My Dell Laptop came without any indicator lights.
    To put it bluntly, it quite often leaves me in the dark.
    This little program fixed that annoyance.
    The program is also light on system resources:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450791854450-60700.png)
    Bob...have you used this on Windows 10? Appears to be for XP-W8. Just curious...Tnx
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 02, 2016, 04:04:54 PM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450791369652-96598.png)
    Compact Tray Meter (http://dennisbabkin.com/ctm/)
    My Dell Laptop came without any indicator lights.
    To put it bluntly, it quite often leaves me in the dark.
    This little program fixed that annoyance.
    The program is also light on system resources:
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1450791854450-60700.png)
    Bob...have you used this on Windows 10? Appears to be for XP-W8. Just curious...Tnx
    All my systems are windows 10. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on January 04, 2016, 05:48:34 PM
    Thanks Bob..it's working fine on W10. Call me old fashion but I always liked the little CPU meter from W7...I also learned to drive with a stick shift...it must be an age thing. LOL ;D
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 05, 2016, 03:01:14 PM
    Thanks Bob..it's working fine on W10. Call me old fashion but I always liked the little CPU meter from W7...I also learned to drive with a stick shift...it must be an age thing. LOL ;D
    I looked for this type of program since my Dell had absolutely no lights except for the caps lock indicator.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Rompin Raider on January 06, 2016, 05:18:33 AM
    Enjoy your cruise...I think I read that somewhere...be safe!  8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 11, 2016, 06:20:18 PM
    Remix OS: Android Based Free and Portable Operating System for Computers  :)
    -http://www.askvg.com/remix-os-android-based-free-and-portable-operating-system-for-computers
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 22, 2016, 08:33:51 PM
    Fidelity Invests $50 Million in 26-Year-Old's Cybersecurity Startup. (http://fortune.com/2016/01/21/malwarebytes-fidelity-funding-raise/)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1453491125898-29401.png)
    Hopefully it doesn't change the product.


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on January 25, 2016, 02:41:27 AM
    As of April 2016 Google Chrome will stop offering program updates to XP and Vista users, forcing them to start (or resume) using Firefox.
    http://www.windowscentral.com/google-end-chrome-support-windows-xp-and-vista-april-2016
    http://liliputing.com/2015/11/google-chrome-will-end-support-for-windows-xp-vista-and-os-x-10-8-in-2016.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 25, 2016, 02:04:24 PM
    As of April 2016 Google Chrome will stop offering program updates to XP and Vista users, forcing them to start (or resume) using Firefox.
    http://www.windowscentral.com/google-end-chrome-support-windows-xp-and-vista-april-2016
    http://liliputing.com/2015/11/google-chrome-will-end-support-for-windows-xp-vista-and-os-x-10-8-in-2016.html

    Great - does that mean XP and Vista users will stop getting avast popups offering Google Chrome ?
    I hope so but going by the dumb ads seen in the past, they never check to see if a user is already using what they are pushing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 25, 2016, 02:15:50 PM
    Great - does that mean XP and Vista users will stop getting avast popups offering Google Chrome ?
    I hope so but going by the dumb ads seen in the past, they never check to see if a user is already using what they are pushing.
    That really would be great, but somehow I doubt it... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on January 25, 2016, 06:57:05 PM
    Vista's Microsoft support didn't end yet.
    There's no reason why Chrome should end it before Microsoft does.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on January 25, 2016, 07:52:46 PM
    As of April 2016 Google Chrome will stop offering program updates to XP and Vista users, forcing them to start (or resume) using Firefox.
    http://www.windowscentral.com/google-end-chrome-support-windows-xp-and-vista-april-2016
    http://liliputing.com/2015/11/google-chrome-will-end-support-for-windows-xp-vista-and-os-x-10-8-in-2016.html
    I don't see that as "forcing" anyone to do anything. My ladyfriend here will continue using Chrome but only because she can't get anything past 9 in IE. She'd be using IE if it was feasible but IE9 on Vista has gotten very slow. Firefox is not and never has been an option here. I'm working on getting her to accept me building her a newer system that would run Win 7 at the least but eventually 10. I have looked up parts prices and I can build a pretty good AMD A10 APU based system with 8 gb of memory for just over $200. I've never completely built a system and I'd like to give it a try. What she has is an eMachine bought just 3 days before Windows 7 came out which turned out not to be eligible for the free upgrade even though Best Buy said it would be. It has Vista Home Basic with a 1.6ghz Celeron 420 single core CPU. I get on it to do maintenance for her and it totally frustrates me with how slow it is. I think I will build the new one and if she doesn't want to use it, I could probably sell it for at least a $100 profit.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on January 26, 2016, 12:45:28 AM
    I don't see that as "forcing" anyone to do anything.
    By not providing the latest Chrome version, XP/Vista users are effectively being "forced" to use Firefox, since using a outdated web browser actually isn't a option these days.

    Firefox is not and never has been an option here.
    FF is way more secure than IE.
    The only question is Chrome vs. FF, with the former out of the picture, the latter is the only thing left.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 26, 2016, 08:40:56 AM
    We are very excited to announce the release the first Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware beta!
    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?/topic/177751-introducing-malwarebytes-anti-ransomware/

    Introducing the Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware Beta
    https://blog.malwarebytes.org/news/2016/01/introducing-the-malwarebytes-anti-ransomware-beta/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: essexboy on January 26, 2016, 04:50:53 PM
    We are very excited to announce the release the first Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware beta!
    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/index.php?/topic/177751-introducing-malwarebytes-anti-ransomware/

    Introducing the Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware Beta
    https://blog.malwarebytes.org/news/2016/01/introducing-the-malwarebytes-anti-ransomware-beta/
    Testing this now, and so far no measurable impact on the system or resources
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on January 27, 2016, 06:02:06 AM
    Firefox is not and never has been an option here.
    FF is way more secure than IE.
    Without starting another browser war, I'll just simply say what has been shown many times. That is simply not true.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on January 28, 2016, 12:43:01 AM
    Firefox is not and never has been an option here.
    FF is way more secure than IE.
    Without starting another browser war, I'll just simply say what has been shown many times. That is simply not true.
    Since I don't push any browser, you'll never have a browser war with me. In my knowledge quest, I'd be curious to see an article claiming IE is more secure than FF, since I've seen many say the reverse.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on January 29, 2016, 12:08:01 AM
    Firefox is not and never has been an option here.
    FF is way more secure than IE.
    Without starting another browser war, I'll just simply say what has been shown many times. That is simply not true.
    Since I don't push any browser, you'll never have a browser war with me. In my knowledge quest, I'd be curious to see an article claiming IE is more secure than FF, since I've seen many say the reverse.
    I saw one just last night. I'd have to find it again. However, they all say that out of the box , with no addons or extensions added, IE is the safest.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 29, 2016, 04:57:20 PM
    All the current Major Browser are considered Safe.
    Preference usually determines which one you use.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 17, 2016, 06:41:42 PM

    Get Gmail features for all your mail on Android Devices
    https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6304825 (https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6304825)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 20, 2016, 02:35:51 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1455975178752-50110.png)
    SHADE Sandbox (http://www.shadesandbox.com/)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1455975304421-57664.png) (http://www.shadesandbox.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 18, 2016, 11:18:47 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1458339061759-55627.png)
             How to Use Slmgr to Change, Remove, or Extend Your Windows License (http://www.howtogeek.com/245445/how-to-use-slmgr-to-change-remove-or-extend-your-windows-license/)
    An excellent tutorial and How To on editing, removing your license, get information about your Windows license.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on March 19, 2016, 04:28:54 AM
    You can also run winver to find out about your windows license.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 19, 2016, 10:00:32 AM
    You can also run winver to find out about your windows license.
    Not quite the same since that primarily gives you information about your current Windows version.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1458378007668-98721.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on March 19, 2016, 08:33:25 PM
    I wasn't paying attention I guess, you sir are correct.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 19, 2016, 09:24:30 PM
    I wasn't paying attention I guess, you sir are correct.
    It sometimes happens. :) Have a great weekend. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2016, 05:58:35 PM

    March 31 is National Backup Day!
    Having a recently created Image Backup that you can rely on,
    is the surest way to protect yourself and your system if you should get hit by
    CryptoLocker or suffer a Hard Drive failure.Here's a way to make that task easier:
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1458837491706-9816.png) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5h9Kug5HTI)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5h9Kug5HTI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5h9Kug5HTI)

    "Preparing for a Disaster needs to be done Before the Disaster happens."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on March 24, 2016, 08:59:39 PM
    Report: Apple designing its own servers to avoid snooping

    http://arstechnica.co.uk/information-technology/2016/03/report-apple-designing-its-own-servers-to-avoid-snooping/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 02, 2016, 09:37:55 PM
    Another place to store your photos: https://www.zonerama.com
    Here's one I just set up: https://www.zonerama.com/Link/Account/54345
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 03, 2016, 07:36:58 PM
    Vivaldi browser

      https://vivaldi.net/en-US/

    I am using the latest snapshot.
    Example of 2 stacked tabs and tiles (Speed Dial and Avast Forum), also Web Panel (YouTube) :

      http://i.imgur.com/iDlysrV.jpg

    Very nice Chromium/Blink based browser by the founder of Opera.
    It supports Chrome extensions natively and Opera extensions can be installed by changing .nex file extension to .crx .
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 03, 2016, 07:54:47 PM
    Vivaldi browser

      https://vivaldi.net/en-US/ (https://vivaldi.net/en-US/)

    I am using the latest snapshot.
    Example of 2 stacked tabs and tiles (Speed Dial and Avast Forum), also Web Panel (YouTube) :

      http://i.imgur.com/iDlysrV.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/iDlysrV.jpg)

    Very nice Chromium/Blink based browser by the founder of Opera.
    It supports Chrome extensions natively and Opera extensions can be installed by changing .nex file extension to .crx .
    What makes it better than using Chrome ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 03, 2016, 08:27:50 PM
    What makes it better than using Chrome ???
    It is basically Chromium version of old Opera with Presto rendering engine.
    IMO, Chrome is basic dumbed down browser for regular users while Vivaldi is browser
    for power users.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 21, 2016, 10:56:16 AM
    Opera ships with free VPN client

      http://www.ghacks.net/2016/04/21/opera-free-vpn-client/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 21, 2016, 03:19:28 PM
    Opera ships with free VPN client

      http://www.ghacks.net/2016/04/21/opera-free-vpn-client/ (http://www.ghacks.net/2016/04/21/opera-free-vpn-client/)
    Very limited FREE anything else you need to pay for
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461244539986-61947.png)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461244746997-62088.png)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461245074114-73531.png)   (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461245216226-71032.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 21, 2016, 06:18:42 PM
    @bob3160

    From the comments, it looks like they are going to add more locations in the future :

      http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2016/04/free-vpn-integrated-opera-for-windows-mac/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 21, 2016, 06:21:25 PM
    @bob3160

    From the comments, it looks like they are going to add more locations in the future :

      http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2016/04/free-vpn-integrated-opera-for-windows-mac/ (http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2016/04/free-vpn-integrated-opera-for-windows-mac/)
    Very true. It's not the locations but the "FREE" that bugs me.
    I already have Avast's SecureLine and don't really need this. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on April 22, 2016, 02:29:39 AM
    http://venturebeat.com/2016/04/21/opera-bakes-a-free-unlimited-vpn-directly-into-its-desktop-browser/ (http://venturebeat.com/2016/04/21/opera-bakes-a-free-unlimited-vpn-directly-into-its-desktop-browser/)

    According to this link its a free unlimited VPN. Might make me try Opera.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2016, 02:34:40 AM
    I guess you don't believe the screen shots.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 22, 2016, 10:58:06 AM
    I guess you don't believe the screen shots.
    VPN is available in Opera Developer (Beta). I guess you are using Opera stable version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2016, 02:01:28 PM
    I guess you don't believe the screen shots.
    VPN is available in Opera Developer (Beta). I guess you are using Opera stable version.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461326476872-64654.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on April 22, 2016, 02:46:41 PM
    http://i.imgur.com/C57QVrA.jpg

    http://i.imgur.com/9Cdym1x.jpg
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on April 22, 2016, 03:00:31 PM
    Dropbox will dropp XP
    https://www.dropbox.com/help/9227

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/3060001/data-center-cloud/dropbox-is-dropping-windows-xp-supportand-windows-xp-usersthis-summer.html

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 22, 2016, 03:17:27 PM
    I just received the following:
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461330815206-31864.png)
    Curious if any one can take advantage of the Free One Year Subscription to Office 365 ???
    Here's the link:
    http://click.microsoftemails.com/?qs=7db91cab76c1196e19fb60e1893813586a6c54b804bccf0d6e56cee9543e3be857ff526399292638
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on April 23, 2016, 01:15:33 AM
    I believe this

    .http://http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2016/04/free-vpn-integrated-opera-for-windows-mac/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: REDACTED on April 23, 2016, 01:54:17 PM
    It does say free and unlimited doesn't it. This is interesting - looking forward to trying it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2016, 03:59:29 PM
    SNIP from Microsoft
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461419875374-88843.png)
    http://screencast-o-matic.com/watch/cDf0IL1meP
    Get it from here:
    https://mix.office.com/snip
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2016, 04:48:05 PM
    VLC Media Player (https://www.videolan.org/vlc/) - Some hidden and neat features.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461422298510-4875.png)
    Once you select the Advanced Controls under the View Option, you'll have access to:
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1461422453481-82690.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 05, 2016, 02:41:35 PM
                            (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1462451902494-50253.png)
    Microsoft's Windows Defender Won't Keep You Safe (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,1926596,00.asp?mailing_id=1794044&mailing=whatsnewnow&mailingID=D55528682FB0DCDE9D5A3253CF55831D)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on May 12, 2016, 04:27:33 AM
    Firefox Test Pilot program

    https://testpilot.firefox.com/

    Quote
    Test new features. Give us feedback. Help build Firefox.

    I'm testing side tabs now - looks promising. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 12, 2016, 03:14:00 PM
    Firefox Test Pilot program

    https://testpilot.firefox.com/

    Quote
    Test new features. Give us feedback. Help build Firefox.

    I'm testing side tabs now - looks promising. :)

    I think I recall this some many years ago.

    For me this is a non-starter screen real-estate is important for many people, losing some on the left of the screen would be the worst of both world. The window (section) that the tabs are in make the content narrower, it also leaves huge empty space in that tab column after you get past those tabs.

    Even if they fixed the left tab column so it didn't scroll, that space is lost.

    I can remember when this fad was in web sites, I didn't like it then either.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on May 13, 2016, 03:21:03 AM

    I think I recall this some many years ago.

    For me this is a non-starter screen real-estate is important for many people, losing some on the left of the screen would be the worst of both world. The window (section) that the tabs are in make the content narrower, it also leaves huge empty space in that tab column after you get past those tabs.

    Even if they fixed the left tab column so it didn't scroll, that space is lost.

    I can remember when this fad was in web sites, I didn't like it then either.

    Well, this is a new and improved version of side tab; it doesn't scroll with the page. When collapsed (hover to open, or pin), the side tab column takes up little horizontal real estate. Horizontal real estate is inexpensive now, what with today's wide screen monitors. Rather, I prefer to reclaim the valuable vertical real estate by moving tabs from the top to the side of the screen.

    According to the email I got, this is a brand new program Firefox has implemented. If side tab isn't for you, perhaps another extension will suit the bill. There will be many to test as the program proceeds.

    Regards,

    PS: I found that side tab removes the advertising pane in Outlook webmail (and maybe other sites) more than giving you back the horizontal space side tab takes. See WithSidetab.png.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 01, 2016, 06:52:37 PM
    Don’t Waste Time Optimizing Your SSD, Windows Knows What Its Doing. (http://www.howtogeek.com/256859/dont-waste-time-optimizing-your-ssd-windows-knows-what-its-doing/)
    For those running Windows 7.8 or 10.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1464799924878-78783.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2016, 06:12:08 PM
    Open365 (https://open365.io/) a free alternative to Office 365
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1464883672643-20447.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on June 02, 2016, 06:26:47 PM
    Don’t Waste Time Optimizing Your SSD, Windows Knows What Its Doing. (http://www.howtogeek.com/256859/dont-waste-time-optimizing-your-ssd-windows-knows-what-its-doing/)
    For those running Windows 7.8 or 10.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1464799924878-78783.png)
    Windows can only trim the SSD, the SSD brands legitimate software application can do more far more than Trim such as full OS optimisation - Over Provisioning ( to extend the life of SSD ) - Rapid/Turbo mode for even faster performance - Auto firmware search/updating - some will also perform Secure Erase and create bootable drive or CD.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 04, 2016, 01:07:26 PM
    Microsoft Windows and Office ISO Download Tool (https://www.heidoc.net/joomla/technology-science/microsoft/67-microsoft-windows-iso-download-tool)
    (https://www.heidoc.net/joomla/images/microsoft/win-downloader.jpg)

    This new tool allows an easy and comfortable way to download genuine
    Windows 7, 8.1 and 10, as well as Office 2007 and 2010 disk images (ISO)
    directly from Microsoft's servers.
    Download: Windows ISO Downloader.exe (https://www.heidoc.net/php/Windows%20ISO%20Downloader.exe)
    Legacy Version for .NET Framework 3.5: Windows ISO Downloader Legacy.exe (https://www.heidoc.net/php/Windows%20ISO%20Downloader%20Legacy.exe)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 13, 2016, 07:47:57 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1465839923393-65661.png)
                   Will LinkedIn become LinkedOut ??? (http://www.bbc.com/news/business-36519766)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 13, 2016, 07:55:19 PM
    <snip image>
    Will LinkedIn become LinkedOut ??? (http://www.bbc.com/news/business-36519766)

    I read this earlier today on my Smart-Phone in the BBC News App - I couldn't get over the price paid, $26bn (£18bn) in cash.

    I just don't see how they could recover this outlay in a reasonably short time frame. For me it is like buying air/vapour in the hope it will be a great asset.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 29, 2016, 10:49:55 PM
    http://bob3160.blogspot.com/2016/06/heres-my-version-of-best-security.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 21, 2016, 09:39:52 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1469129702128-25276.png)
    Another tool to help speed up Google's Chrome Browser.

    "When installed, Data Saver (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/data-saver/pfmgfdlgomnbgkofeojodiodmgpgmkac) uses Google’s cache servers to compress Web pages
    for faster delivery to your browser. Those servers also optimize each page for
    faster rendering, eliminating some of the “processing” delays you may encounter
    when Chrome is tight on resources."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 01, 2016, 11:47:57 PM
    An interesting little tool: Snipaste (http://www.snipaste.com/)
    (http://www.snipaste.com/img/0.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2016, 02:25:23 PM

    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1470486042579-33972.png)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1470485973714-52243.png)
    https://www.whatismybrowser.com/ (https://www.whatismybrowser.com/)
    Your information will depend on the browser you use when you open this website.
    This partial screen capture was obviously done while using Chrome.
    Enjoy ( Thanks to my friend Jim Hiller https://davescomputertips.com/ )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 06, 2016, 03:16:44 PM
    Well it couldn't do much on my system NoScript and RequestPolicy add-ons, so effectively it believes I have JavaScript disabled. But it does say my browser firefox is up to date.

    If I give site permission in NoScript, it can collate more information.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2016, 03:25:17 PM
    Unfortunately, it can't give you more information that you allow it to collect. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 06, 2016, 03:36:12 PM
    Unfortunately, it can't give you more information that you allow it to collect. :)

    My point is it has the same effect on other data gatherers that you might not want to harvest your information.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on September 21, 2016, 01:19:39 PM
    Free PowerPoint Add-In Helps You Create Timelines  :)
    http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/free-powerpoint-add-helps-you-create-timelines.htm
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 22, 2016, 04:08:47 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1474552083659-49423.png)
    If you don't use Opera (http://www.opera.com/) as your default browser, (I currently don't) add it to your arsenal of Layered Protection.
    You'll notice that I've changed my settings to have VPN Enabled whenever I launch the browser.
    Since Opera (http://www.opera.com/) now offers VPN for free to everyone, it's great whenever you are using Open WiFi.
    If you can afford it, using Avast SecureLine (https://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn#pc) is still your best choice. if you can't, open Opera (http://www.opera.com/) any time you're using Open WiFi.
    (I know that Eddy has used Opera as his default browser for a long time.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 22, 2016, 04:50:42 PM
    If you don't use Opera as your default browser, (I currently don't) add it to your arsenal of Layered Protection
    Thanks, that'll be going on the Tablet for holidays :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on September 23, 2016, 08:41:15 AM
    Thanks bob3160, but your version of Opera may be newer than the latest stable version I'm running. 

    See attached:

    Per reply # 640:  Apparently you are right.  Newest version is 40, old was 39 stable.  Now have VPN which seems to work well enough.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 23, 2016, 02:49:18 PM
    Thanks bob3160, but your version of Opera may be newer than the latest stable version I'm running. 

    See attached:
    Guess you aren't running the latest version:
    http://www.opera.com/computer
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 24, 2016, 03:41:04 PM
    (http://i.imgur.com/4HifaNM.png)
    An easy to use Screen and Image
    capture program.
    More information and download links:
    http://cloudshot.com/index.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on October 01, 2016, 11:20:51 PM
    [Tip] Disable Automatic Compression of Desktop Wallpaper in Windows 10
    http://www.askvg.com/tip-disable-automatic-compression-of-desktop-wallpaper-in-windows-10

    That's it. Restart your computer and now set any desired image file as Desktop background and Windows will no longer compress the image file and you'll be able to enjoy the desired image on Desktop in full quality.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 10, 2016, 04:37:40 PM
    Ransomware removal tools:
    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tDtPqLHdakamBfV4oPhNRyGhcbyNr7HtCvklC_atZw8/edit?usp=sharing
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Eddy on October 10, 2016, 05:31:28 PM
    New Chrome version claims to use less memory
    http://v8project.blogspot.nl/2016/10/fall-cleaning-optimizing-v8-memory.html

    They claim that on websites as YouTube, Reddit and the New York Times, the usage of memory is 50% lower.

    The JavaScript virtual machine compiles JavaScript to native machine code.
    With the HTML5 standard, a lot of (or at least parts of) JavaScripts can be replaced by HTML code.
    This would make sites already faster/make browsers use less memory as there is less to compile.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 17, 2016, 11:34:05 AM
    New Chrome version claims to use less memory
    http://v8project.blogspot.nl/2016/10/fall-cleaning-optimizing-v8-memory.html (http://v8project.blogspot.nl/2016/10/fall-cleaning-optimizing-v8-memory.html)

    They claim that on websites as YouTube, Reddit and the New York Times, the usage of memory is 50% lower.

    The JavaScript virtual machine compiles JavaScript to native machine code.
    With the HTML5 standard, a lot of (or at least parts of) JavaScripts can be replaced by HTML code.
    This would make sites already faster/make browsers use less memory as there is less to compile.
    This references version 55 which isn't the current version.
    Nice once it happens. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 17, 2016, 02:52:38 PM
    Facts, nothing but the Facts:
    Emergent (http://www.emergent.info/), On The Issues (http://www.ontheissues.org/), Factcheck.org (http://www.factcheck.org/), Snopes (http://www.snopes.com/), Politifact (http://www.politifact.com/), About.com (http://urbanlegends.about.com/od/new/), Truth Or Fiction (https://www.truthorfiction.com/) and Hoax Slayer (http://www.hoax-slayer.com/).
    Original Article: http://www.computerworld.com/article/3131001/internet/its-a-world-wide-web-of-lies-but-facts-strike-back.html (http://www.computerworld.com/article/3131001/internet/its-a-world-wide-web-of-lies-but-facts-strike-back.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 19, 2016, 03:59:34 PM
    Malwarebytes acquires AdwCleaner (https://techcrunch.com/2016/10/19/security-startup-malwarebytes-acquires-adwcleaner-to-nip-adware-in-the-bud/)

    (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-cxrTaD94jp4/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAArg/9XRU-r9xflY/s0-c-k-no-ns/photo.jpg)
    Acquires
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1476885528370-39434.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 19, 2016, 04:12:59 PM
    Two-Factor Authentication: Who Has It and How to Set It Up (http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2456400,00.asp)
    (http://www1.pcmag.com/media/images/423566-two-factor-authentication.jpg?thumb=y&width=740&height=426)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on October 19, 2016, 06:08:26 PM
    Malwarebytes acquires AdwCleaner (https://techcrunch.com/2016/10/19/security-startup-malwarebytes-acquires-adwcleaner-to-nip-adware-in-the-bud/)
    Malwarebytes blog
    https://forums.malwarebytes.org/topic/189556-malwarebytes-acquires-adwcleaner/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on October 20, 2016, 09:10:44 AM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1474552083659-49423.png)
    If you don't use Opera (http://www.opera.com/) as your default browser, (I currently don't) add it to your arsenal of Layered Protection.
    You'll notice that I've changed my settings to have VPN Enabled whenever I launch the browser.
    Since Opera (http://www.opera.com/) now offers VPN for free to everyone, it's great whenever you are using Open WiFi.
    If you can afford it, using Avast SecureLine (https://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn#pc) is still your best choice. if you can't, open Opera (http://www.opera.com/) any time you're using Open WiFi.
    (I know that Eddy has used Opera as his default browser for a long time.)

    @bob3160: Those who don't use Opera Web Browser and want a free VPN. I found a free VPN program. It's called CyberGhost. It has 3 types of plans.
    a) Free
    b) Premium
    c) Premium Plus.

    Each of these plans include the following features: Unlimited bandwidth, unlimited traffic, AES 256-bit encryption, and antifingerprinting system. This program has these other functions as well: Surf anonymously, unblock streaming websites, Protect My Internet/Wi-Fi connection, torrent anonymously, unblock basic websites, choose my VPN Server

    Website: http://www.cyberghostvpn.com/en_us
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2016, 06:51:42 PM
    @ Staticguy,
    This topic wasn't about a VPN but about using the VPN built into Opera.
    I had reviewed ChyberGhost a long time ago:
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg1091822#msg1091822
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Staticguy on October 21, 2016, 09:23:50 AM
    @ Staticguy,
    This topic wasn't about a VPN but about using the VPN built into Opera.
    I had reviewed ChyberGhost a long time ago:
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg1091822#msg1091822

    I didn't see or didn't know you had that post a long time ago 14/05/2014. Thanks for letting me know
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 09, 2016, 10:36:07 PM
    A new toy for a grownup boy!
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1432844617630-73690.png)
    The first thing I did after receiving this Lenovo Z50 was to verify that Superfish (http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/superfish_uninstall) wasn't installed. :)
    Step two, download Avast and the removal tool for McAfee AV. A trial version was installed on this system.
    It isn't so new any more and has done a lot of traveling. :)
    This however is very new and arrived a few days ago:
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1478726858662-18734.png)
    Google Home is now in my home and I'm putting it
    through it's paces. Testing all the things it's supposed
    to be able to do. https://madeby.google.com/home/ (https://madeby.google.com/home/)

    My Amazon Echo is on the other side of the room.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1478727353944-60675.png)
    Currently I personally think Echo still beats Google Home.
    https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E (https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E)


    Last night during a commercial on the TV, my Google home gave me directions to Chinese food near my home.
    Dear Google, please what's how you phrase your commercials, Some of us already have something that reacts to:
    "Hey Google"  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2016, 04:27:08 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1478791532971-90908.png)
    How to Fix Hard Drive Problems with Chkdsk in Windows 7, 8, and 10 (http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/guide-to-using-check-disk-in-windows-vista/)
    An excellent tutorial and reference source if you ever have a problem.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on November 10, 2016, 06:33:00 PM
    From ghacks.net...

    http://www.ghacks.net/2016/11/10/how-to-add-custom-search-engines-to-your-web-browser/

    http://www.ghacks.net/2016/11/10/multiple-content-processes-in-firefox-nightly/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 12, 2016, 03:08:49 PM

    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1478959737512-54281.png)

    Firefox Trashes SSDs With Constant Writes (https://davescomputertips.com/firefox-trashes-ssds-with-constant-writes/?utm_source=wysija&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Weekly+Recap+Newsletter)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 12, 2016, 04:28:15 PM

    <snip image>

    Firefox Trashes SSDs With Constant Writes (https://davescomputertips.com/firefox-trashes-ssds-with-constant-writes/?utm_source=wysija&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Weekly+Recap+Newsletter)

    Don't know how the user in that article had a setting of 15 seconds (15000 ms). Mine is 600000, 10 minutes (on both systems) and I can't recall having changed it. But I feel even that is overkill, excuse the pun, so I bumped it up to 2400000 ms or 40 minutes.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 12, 2016, 04:31:06 PM
    Since this article  not only listed the potential danger but also listed a fairly easy fix,
    I thought it was worth passing along. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 12, 2016, 04:38:01 PM
    Since this article  not only listed the potential danger but also listed a fairly easy fix,
    I thought it was worth passing along. :)

    Certainly worth passing, my comment was in the same vein, given my default values weren't 15 sec. Not that it is much of an issue on my system as neither has an SSD drive.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 16, 2016, 03:32:14 PM
    A fantastic new App called Google PhotoScan (https://blog.google/products/photos/now-your-photos-look-better-ever-even-those-dusty-old-prints/)
    For Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.photos.scanner&referrer=utm_source%3Dogb)  For iOS (https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1165525994?pt=9008&ct=ogb&mt=8)


    We needed a pictures to send along with some thank you cards
    to those that sent condolences for my Father-in-Law's passing.
    We only had one picture and this app allowed me to create the image which
    I was able to use to print all the photos I needed all the way from 3X5 up to 8 1/2 X 11.
    (Windows 10 right click print function made that very easy)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479306558015-5980.png) 
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479306705334-96099.png)
    Thanks Google this came along just at the right time. :)


     
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 17, 2016, 03:32:16 PM
    Is anyone else beta testing this ???
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479392008436-8873.png)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479392157094-87315.png)


    http://betanews.com/2016/11/16/malwarebytes-3-0-beta/
    As you can see, for me it isn't a replacement but a companion to Avast.
    Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, Anti-Rootkit, Anti-Exploit and Anti-Ransomware are now all rolled in Malwarebytes 3.0,
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479393087828-60092.png)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479393033115-54416.png)
    If you've purchased a lifetime license, it works for this version. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on November 17, 2016, 03:51:46 PM
    I was testing the previous version, the latest 3.0.2 has some issues that don't agree with my Win10 system but they're reported and hopefully fixed in the next release.

    bdubrow has also put up a list of files that should be excluded from security software, if you don't want to exclude the complete folder then use this list below.

    C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware\MbamPt.exe
    C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware\mbam.exe
    C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware\assistant.exe
    C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware\MBAMWsc.exe
    C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware\mbamtray.exe
    C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware\MBAMService.exe
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 17, 2016, 04:05:21 PM
    I'm on Windows 10 build 14936 and haven't noticed any problems ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on November 17, 2016, 04:20:53 PM
    I'm on Windows 10 build 14936 and haven't noticed any problems ???
    I'm not using a Windows insider build, I'm still running current stable release 14393, the MBAM 3.0.2 version brings my system to a crawl is my biggest problem.

    You can see all issues reported here https://forums.malwarebytes.org/forum/174-malwarebytes-30-beta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 19, 2016, 04:09:24 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479567554566-30108.png)
    Click here for more information and Download link (http://www.nanosystems.it/supremo-remote-desktop/)
    Easy to use, free for personal use. Good replacement for those helping others
    or those needing help from others - Works on all Windows systems from Windows XP and up.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 19, 2016, 08:26:35 PM

    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1479583597072-26563.png) Key Opera Software Employees quit (http://www.ghacks.net/2016/11/19/key-opera-software-employees-quit/)
    Something to keep an eye on if you're an Opera fan.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 30, 2016, 12:27:43 AM
    (http://www.screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1444056816863-79493.png)
    I use Prey (https://preyproject.com/) to protect my Laptops that travel with me when I'm on the road doing
    Security related Presentations for Avast (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg647360#msg647360).
    I recently needed to do a clean install of Windows 10 version 1607.
    It didn't take long for prey to let me know my device wasn't communicating with their service any more.
    It didn't take me long to realize that the software that had already helped me once in recovering a laptop
    needed to be re-installed.  Once done, I again have this laptop protected:

    Excellent service and free for 3 devices. If you don't already use it, what are you waiting for ???
    https://preyproject.com/?ref=www (https://preyproject.com/?ref=www)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on December 09, 2016, 02:20:29 AM
    “Community Choice” Project of the Month – ReactOS

    Quote
    For our December “Community Choice” Project of the Month, the community elected ReactOS, an operating system based on the best Windows NT design principles. The team behind the project shared their thoughts about the project’s history, purpose, and direction.  more...

    SourceForge (https://sourceforge.net/blog/december-2016-community-choice-project-of-the-month-reactos/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 10, 2016, 03:06:52 PM
    SteamCleaner (https://github.com/Codeusa/SteamCleaner) Designed for the Gamer who want to save some extra drive space:
    (https://camo.githubusercontent.com/e91928fa9df4e184e9a0a538ef1b46f299c1b580/68747470733a2f2f692e696d6775722e636f6d2f467177417a42492e676966)
    More info: https://github.com/Codeusa/SteamCleaner
    Download latest version: https://github.com/Codeusa/SteamCleaner/releases/latest
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 22, 2016, 03:39:17 PM
    Is any one using this ???
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1482417326040-47155.png)
                   RansomFree (https://ransomfree.cybereason.com/) by cybereason (https://www.cybereason.com/)


    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1482418141594-62863.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 22, 2016, 04:08:02 PM
    I hope these elite former military cybersecurity experts weren't responsible for the defence systems that got hacked by an autistic young man fighting extradition.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on December 22, 2016, 04:46:36 PM
    It has a lot of maturing to do before I'd rely on it https://www.wilderssecurity.com/threads/ransomfree-by-cybereason.390786/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 22, 2016, 10:43:59 PM
    It has a lot of maturing to do before I'd rely on it https://www.wilderssecurity.com/threads/ransomfree-by-cybereason.390786/ (https://www.wilderssecurity.com/threads/ransomfree-by-cybereason.390786/)
    http://www.networkworld.com/article/3063716/security/cybereason-gains-lockheed-martins-threat-intelligence-to-thwart-cyberattacks.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2016, 11:56:34 PM

    (http://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/650x300xwle_top-650x300.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.kc4-z1UEEz.png)If you use any part of Windows Essentials, Microsoft support ends in Jan 2017.
    Here (http://www.howtogeek.com/286552/how-to-replace-windows-essentials-2012-after-support-ends-in-january/) is an excellent article for help and replacements for some of it's components if/where needed.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 03, 2017, 09:56:28 PM
    How many Chrome extensions will run in Firefox?

    http://www.ghacks.net/2016/12/31/how-many-chrome-extensions-will-run-in-firefox/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 05, 2017, 12:58:53 AM
    How many Chrome extensions will run in Firefox?

    http://www.ghacks.net/2016/12/31/how-many-chrome-extensions-will-run-in-firefox/

    What about the contrary? Can we "convert" a Firefox extension into a Chrome one?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on January 12, 2017, 07:20:15 PM
    Say hello to Opera Neon, our new concept browser

      http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2017/01/opera-neon-concept-browser/

    Opera Neon: a new concept browser for the desktop

      https://www.ghacks.net/2017/01/12/opera-neon-a-new-concept-browser-for-the-desktop/

    I honestly don't know what to think.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 12, 2017, 07:25:52 PM
    Say hello to Opera Neon, our new concept browser

      http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2017/01/opera-neon-concept-browser/ (http://www.opera.com/blogs/desktop/2017/01/opera-neon-concept-browser/)

    Opera Neon: a new concept browser for the desktop

      https://www.ghacks.net/2017/01/12/opera-neon-a-new-concept-browser-for-the-desktop/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2017/01/12/opera-neon-a-new-concept-browser-for-the-desktop/)

    I honestly don't know what to think.
    I installed it a few hrs ago and have to agree with you. No add-ons, no stationary favorites.
    I will agree that it's different:
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1484245436203-79370.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on January 12, 2017, 11:40:23 PM
    Windows 10 privacy changes announced

    http://www.ghacks.net/2017/01/11/windows-10-privacy-changes-announced/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 14, 2017, 02:26:09 PM
    (https://davescomputertips.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/kaspersky-logo.jpg)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1484400295679-34961.png)

    Kaspersky System Checker (http://free.kaspersky.com/us) Scroll down for the download link
    A free and portable utility.
    It doesn't fix problems but will let you know if you have any.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on January 25, 2017, 09:20:39 PM
    Malwarebytes 3.0.6 Released
    https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/195049-malwarebytes-306-released/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on January 28, 2017, 08:21:20 PM
    Malwarebytes 3.0.6 Released
    https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/195049-malwarebytes-306-released/
    Not fully compatible with Avast anymore.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 04, 2017, 02:28:43 AM
    Control the System Volume at system startup.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1486161762379-31455.png)
    By default, the system volume at startup is controlled by it's setting at the time you turn off the system.
    Start Volume (http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/how-to-reset-the-system-volume-on-startup/) can make sure that you control that initial start up volume setting.
    This program apparently does not work on windows 10.




    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: greyowl on February 04, 2017, 07:14:27 PM
    I don't understand the benefit in this program.
    Could you please explain?
    Thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 04, 2017, 07:22:33 PM
    I don't understand the benefit in this program.
    Could you please explain?
    Thanks
    I need to make sure that when I do my presentation that the volume level be set to 100%
    Windows by default starts the volume where you last left it.
    Now a restart always starts off with the volume at !00% which is the setting I chose.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: greyowl on February 04, 2017, 07:25:38 PM
    So does this mean that the volume level potentially drops while you are using your computer? 
    If it is below 100%, what effect does this have?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 04, 2017, 08:00:17 PM
    So does this mean that the volume level potentially drops while you are using your computer? 
    If it is below 100%, what effect does this have?
    It drops if I adjust the volume.
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1486234800611-14739.png)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1486234857703-42118.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: greyowl on February 04, 2017, 08:01:30 PM
    Thanks for the clarification.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 04, 2017, 08:48:59 PM
    I just put the program through some tests and it apparently does not  work on Windows 10.  :(
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Lisandro on February 07, 2017, 01:48:22 PM
    To silent the startup volume I suggest: http://auto-mute.com/?version=4.5.0.71
    It's an old tool, but works smoothly on Windows 10.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 07, 2017, 08:13:25 PM
    Gmail no longer supporting Chrome Browser version 53 and below
    https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2017/02/gmail-no-longer-supporting-chrome-v53.html


    Gmail will stop working on Windows XP and Vista on Chrome beginning next week
    https://www.onmsft.com/news/gmail-will-stop-working-on-windows-xp-and-vista-on-chrome-beginning-next-week


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 07, 2017, 08:16:43 PM
    I guess somone will buy this   :o

    http://www.cultofmac.com/465618/crazy-expensive-japanese-iphone-case-is-a-handcrafted-work-of-art/


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 11, 2017, 02:15:56 PM
    10 free data recovery programs for Windows (http://www.techrepublic.com/pictures/gallery-10-free-data-recovery-programs-for-windows/)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1486818830233-67005.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on February 16, 2017, 09:47:26 PM
    Adguard extension for Edge browser has been released https://blog.adguard.com/en/adguard-for-edge/  it's working very well here, just make sure the Windows program version is uninstalled from the system first or it wont work.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 19, 2017, 05:23:24 PM
    LoadedDllsView
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1487521340725-76590.png)
    http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/loaded_dll_view.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 23, 2017, 11:06:19 AM
    Turn OFF the Internet
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1487844179347-20837.png)
    http://crystalrich.com/internetoff/download.htm (http://crystalrich.com/internetoff/download.htm)


    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1487844542655-94980.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 10, 2017, 05:22:15 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1489162715252-88185.png)
    We are about to see a new Leader. Chrome will soon be the most used OS worldwide.
    Sorry Mac and Linux. Windows did have a long run as the undisputed leader.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: merckxist on March 10, 2017, 08:45:46 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1489162715252-88185.png)
    We are about to see a new Leader. Chrome will soon be the most used OS worldwide.
    Sorry Mac and Linux. Windows did have a long run as the undisputed leader.
    I doubt Linux is feeling to "sorrowful" about this chart. Although Chrome OS is not shown on the chart, according to Wikipedia, Chrome OS is based on a Gentoo distribution of Linux. As well, Android which is shown to be intersecting Microsoft, is Linux-based, so shed no tears for Linux.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 10, 2017, 09:28:59 PM
    I wasn't shedding any tears. Simply passing along the information., mom
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 15, 2017, 11:05:21 PM
    Disable WPAD in Windows to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi Networks.
    (https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ximg_58c34b9d51b40.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.6ncRQvN-0W.png)
    https://www.howtogeek.com/298460/disable-wpad-in-windows-to-stay-safe-on-public-wi-fi-networks/ (https://www.howtogeek.com/298460/disable-wpad-in-windows-to-stay-safe-on-public-wi-fi-networks/)
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=93544.msg1377707#msg1377707
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 18, 2017, 11:38:32 PM

    Riot Isolator (https://www.downloadcrew.com/article/35082-riot_isolator) is an advanced security tool which consists out of different security mechanism
    to improve your privacy and security in your digital life. And it is completely free!
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1489876677506-42301.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Secondmineboy on March 19, 2017, 09:28:48 PM
    Someone should create something like that for Linux actually or even better a full AV for Linux :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on March 28, 2017, 06:25:02 PM
    Elon Musk on the move:  http://ca.reuters.com/article/businessNews/idCAKBN16Y2GC-OCABS (http://ca.reuters.com/article/businessNews/idCAKBN16Y2GC-OCABS)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 12, 2017, 06:23:32 PM
    AutoDraw (https://www.autodraw.com/)
    https://aiexperiments.withgoogle.com/autodraw
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1492014179823-26142.png)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 02, 2017, 11:24:41 PM
    Windows 10 v 1703 and Screencast-O-Matic Pro quirk
    If you're running the above OS and program to do your screen captures,
    be aware of the following unresolved problem:
    Saving a screenshot to the computer does not work if you have a 'GodMode' Folder set up on your system.
    All other screen saver functions work but, if you want to save the screen shot to your computer,
    you need to first remove the 'God Mode' folder.
    A fix for this quirk is still not available.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 04, 2017, 06:42:50 PM
    World Password Day 2017
    http://bob3160.blogspot.com/2017/05/world-password-day.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 15, 2017, 09:14:24 PM

    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1497553992752-89787.png)
    There is an updated replacement for Windows Live Writer that works well for me:
    Open Live Writer (http://openlivewriter.org/), give it a try you might enjoy it as much as I do.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 19, 2017, 09:38:08 PM
    Controlling Window 10 Privacy Settings
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1497901281076-33581.png) (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1497900985819-59121.png)
    Download from here: https://getwpd.com/ (https://getwpd.com/)
    (Not meant for the novice computer user.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 11, 2017, 12:18:51 AM
    Google Is Testing A "Panic Button" in Android So Users Can Close Malicious Apps:

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-is-testing-a-panic-button-in-android-so-users-can-close-malicious-apps/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 11, 2017, 12:29:31 AM
    Google Is Testing A "Panic Button" in Android So Users Can Close Malicious Apps:

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-is-testing-a-panic-button-in-android-so-users-can-close-malicious-apps/

    I wonder if that will allow you to close some of the unwanted google apps on their branded phones  :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 11, 2017, 12:35:34 AM
    Android O wants to make your phone twice as fast

    https://www.cnet.com/products/google-android-o/preview/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 11, 2017, 08:14:05 PM
    Mozilla hopes its Electrolysis project will bring you back to Firefox by making the browser faster and more crash resistant

    https://www.cnet.com/news/firefox-speed-boost-maybe-try-mozilla-browser-again/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 11, 2017, 08:20:35 PM
    Mozilla hopes its Electrolysis project will bring you back to Firefox by making the browser faster and more crash resistant

    https://www.cnet.com/news/firefox-speed-boost-maybe-try-mozilla-browser-again/

    They also need to do something about it being a resource hog. I have many tabs open and have see 1.6GB of RAM used, whilst I have 4GB on my XP system so it is manageable. But I think that could well be part of the reason for crashes, though I have no definitive proof.

    It seems when I get to X number of tabs open it falls over, I do allow a crash report sent to Mozilla, so hopefully they get some useful information.

    That however, is a moot point given XP is on the ESR build for now and not long before no support.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 11, 2017, 08:27:43 PM
    Mozilla hopes its Electrolysis project will bring you back to Firefox by making the browser faster and more crash resistant

    https://www.cnet.com/news/firefox-speed-boost-maybe-try-mozilla-browser-again/

    They also need to do something about it being a resource hog. I have many tabs open and have see 1.6GB of RAM used, whilst I have 4GB on my XP system so it is manageable. But I think that could well be part of the reason for crashes, though I have no definitive proof.

    It seems when I get to X number of tabs open it falls over, I do allow a crash report sent to Mozilla, so hopefully they get some useful information.

    That however, is a moot point given XP is on the ESR build for now and not long before no support.
    You may be interested in the following articles (though they don't apply to the ESR versions):
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/firefox-will-add-a-settings-section-that-lets-you-control-performance-/
    http://windowsreport.com/firefox-too-much-memory-windows-10/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 11, 2017, 09:11:36 PM
    <snip quotes>
    You may be interested in the following articles (though they don't apply to the ESR versions):
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/firefox-will-add-a-settings-section-that-lets-you-control-performance-/
    http://windowsreport.com/firefox-too-much-memory-windows-10/

    Thanks for those links.

    Strangely enough the memory used by firefox 54.0.1 (32-bit) on this win10 64bit laptop is much less about 0.5GB and this laptop has more ram 8GB DDR4 and a much faster processor and 256GB SSD primary drive.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 11, 2017, 10:50:23 PM
    <snip quotes>
    You may be interested in the following articles (though they don't apply to the ESR versions):
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/firefox-will-add-a-settings-section-that-lets-you-control-performance-/
    http://windowsreport.com/firefox-too-much-memory-windows-10/

    Thanks for those links.

    Strangely enough the memory used by firefox 54.0.1 (32-bit) on this win10 64bit laptop is much less about 0.5GB and this laptop has more ram 8GB DDR4 and a much faster processor and 256GB SSD primary drive.
    I guess the updates they've made to Firefox are really doing the job for you.
    See here for more:
    https://www.theverge.com/2017/6/14/15802102/firefox-54-update-faster-less-memory
    https://www.extremetech.com/g00/internet/250930-firefox-54-finally-supports-multithreading-claims-higher-ram-efficiency-chrome
    https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2017/06/firefox-multiple-content-processes/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 11, 2017, 11:29:13 PM
    <snip quotes>
    I guess the updates they've made to Firefox are really doing the job for you.
    See here for more:
    https://www.theverge.com/2017/6/14/15802102/firefox-54-update-faster-less-memory
    https://www.extremetech.com/g00/internet/250930-firefox-54-finally-supports-multithreading-claims-higher-ram-efficiency-chrome
    https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2017/06/firefox-multiple-content-processes/

    Once more thanks for the links.

    They certainly have on this win10 laptop, but obviously no change as yet on the ESR 52.0.1 version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 13, 2017, 12:35:15 AM
    iOS 11 release date, news and features

    http://www.techradar.com/news/ios-11-release-date-news-and-features
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2017, 12:37:48 AM
    iOS 11 release date, news and features

    http://www.techradar.com/news/ios-11-release-date-news-and-features (http://www.techradar.com/news/ios-11-release-date-news-and-features)
    This topic was primarily meant for the Windows OS. :)
    Maybe starting a similar topic in the Mac Section would be advisable ???
    Title: Interesting Windows Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 13, 2017, 12:41:42 AM
    iOS 11 release date, news and features

    http://www.techradar.com/news/ios-11-release-date-news-and-features (http://www.techradar.com/news/ios-11-release-date-news-and-features)
    This topic was primarily meant for the Windows OS. :)
    Maybe starting a similar topic in the Mac Section would be advisable ???
    Than this thread should be renamed to: "Interesting Windows Software and System News".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2017, 12:44:16 AM
    As far as I can recall, this thread was started before there were any Avast products for the Mac. :)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 13, 2017, 01:10:39 AM
    It's never too late. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 13, 2017, 01:37:23 AM
    It's never too late. :)

    It is, about Eleven and a half years late ;)

    Changing the title as you did works for one post. Changing the title for the topic only works for subsequent post, not the 4726 existing posts.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 13, 2017, 02:11:13 AM
    It's never too late. :)

    It is, about Eleven and a half years late ;)

    Changing the title as you did works for one post. Changing the title for the topic only works for subsequent post, not the 4726 existing posts.
    Right, doing it for future posts is better than nothing, and it's not too late for that. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 13, 2017, 02:23:40 AM
    Sorry I don't agree all this would do is cause confusion.

    If anything I think it should go with the Mac sub-forum and they would probably be miffed even if it was posted there.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 13, 2017, 02:28:20 AM
    ...and they would probably be miffed even if it was posted there.
    If the post is that bad (that people are/will get miffed), we can always remove that post from this thread or I can easily swap it with an entirely different Windows related article.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2017, 02:11:57 PM
    ...and they would probably be miffed even if it was posted there.
    If the post is that bad (that people are/will get miffed), we can always remove that post or I can easily swap it with an entirely different Windows elated article.
    Why are you making such a big deal out of a very simple and totally reasonable suggestion ???
    Put Mac related news in the Mac section. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 13, 2017, 02:34:18 PM
    Why are you making such a big deal out of a very simple and totally reasonable suggestion ???
    Put Mac related news in the Mac section. :)
    Not sure what you consider "making such a big deal", I offered to have that post removed from this thread  :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 13, 2017, 02:51:33 PM
    Why are you making such a big deal out of a very simple and totally reasonable suggestion ???
    Put Mac related news in the Mac section. :)
    Not sure what you consider a "making such a big deal", I offered to have that post removed from this thread  :)
    Not necessary simply put any further Mac related news in the Mac section.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 14, 2017, 12:32:59 AM
    Windows 10 Creators Update: Laying the groundwork for Microsoft's ambitious future

    https://mspoweruser.com/windows-10-creators-update-review/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 14, 2017, 12:45:19 AM
    Windows 10 Creators Update: Laying the groundwork for Microsoft's ambitious future

    https://mspoweruser.com/windows-10-creators-update-review/ (https://mspoweruser.com/windows-10-creators-update-review/)
    Thanks, an excellent review of the major features of the latest addition of Windows 10. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 14, 2017, 01:05:49 AM
    Windows 10 Creators Update: Laying the groundwork for Microsoft's ambitious future

    https://mspoweruser.com/windows-10-creators-update-review/ (https://mspoweruser.com/windows-10-creators-update-review/)
    Thanks, an excellent review of the major features of the latest addition of Windows 10. :)

    I think that we are back to the old 80/20 rule, 80% of users only use 20% of the function/features. For me the 'new' features may well be even lower than 20% may get used.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on July 16, 2017, 05:09:03 PM
    The Best Portable Apps

    http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-portable-apps/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2017, 04:30:45 PM
    Complete Internet Repair
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1501943132758-23665.png)
    https://www.rizonesoft.com/downloads/complete-internet-repair/
    (It's helped me more times than I care to count.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2017, 03:18:49 PM
    LogFusion (https://www.logfusion.ca/Download/)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1502111720834-73699.png)
    LogFusion is a powerful realtime log monitoring application
    Full install and portable versions available.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2017, 03:33:30 PM
    TimeZoneView (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/time_zones_view.html)
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1502112685977-68191.png)
    This comes in handy for me when I schedule a remote presentation (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg1374845#msg1374845) not in my Time Zone.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2017, 03:45:10 PM
    SecuritySoftView (http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/security_software_view.html)

    SecuritySoftView is a simple tool that displays the AntiVirus, AntiSpyware, and Firewall programs
    that are currently installed on your system and registered with the security center of Windows operating system

    A great program to tell what's actually registered under the Security category on your system.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 08, 2017, 04:38:38 PM
    New "Screenshot" feature in Firefox
    http://www.askvg.com/tip-how-to-use-take-a-screenshot-feature-in-mozilla-firefox/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29 (http://www.askvg.com/tip-how-to-use-take-a-screenshot-feature-in-mozilla-firefox/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Here's my first screenshot  taken in Firefox and the link it created to share that screenshot:
    https://screenshots.firefox.com/7NYq6UbbAoAcbyQS/forum.avast.com (https://screenshots.firefox.com/7NYq6UbbAoAcbyQS/forum.avast.com)
    (Please note, any link to a screenshot you share only lasts for 14 days.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 08, 2017, 03:35:03 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1504877533759-42822.png)
    http://www.hoverdesk.net/download.php
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 08, 2017, 06:25:31 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1504877533759-42822.png)
    http://www.hoverdesk.net/download.php

    Doesn't look like the issue is completely resolved, I went to the download link and chose the second option, RegSeeker Portable : From HoverDesk website - just unzip into any folder and avast alerted.

    EDIT: I tried one of the other two download links and got the same alert from avast.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Eddy on September 08, 2017, 06:34:47 PM
    https://www.virustotal.com/#/url/dde962b540df97ebc64a068bff5f16aff63a1c53ca6d732073e3090df5596378/detection
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on September 08, 2017, 07:36:09 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1504877533759-42822.png)
    http://www.hoverdesk.net/download.php

    Doesn't look like the issue is completely resolved, I went to the download link and chose the second option, RegSeeker Portable : From HoverDesk website - just unzip into any folder and avast alerted.

    EDIT: I tried one of the other two download links and got the same alert from avast.


    I'd be careful using this one, supposedly has a problem with false positives and is dangerous if you don't know what you are doing, Use with caution.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 08, 2017, 09:56:41 PM
    <snip image>
    http://www.hoverdesk.net/download.php

    Doesn't look like the issue is completely resolved, I went to the download link and chose the second option, RegSeeker Portable : From HoverDesk website - just unzip into any folder and avast alerted.

    EDIT: I tried one of the other two download links and got the same alert from avast.

    I'd be careful using this one, supposedly has a problem with false positives and is dangerous if you don't know what you are doing, Use with caution.

    I know exactly what I'm doing, looking after other avast users in confirming or denying that the download is safe or not.  If you look at the attached images you will see it was intercepted before it was even downloaded.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 08, 2017, 10:33:35 PM
    I downloaded it via MajorGeeks
    http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/getmirror/regseeker,1.html (http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/getmirror/regseeker,1.html)
    I had no alerts and have run the program. Again, without any warnings from Avast.
    Any program capable of making changes to your system should always be used with caution.
    It's the type of program that makes certain functions easier provided you know what you're doing.
    If you're a novice, hands off.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 09, 2017, 12:59:29 AM
    I downloaded it via MajorGeeks
    http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/getmirror/regseeker,1.html (http://www.majorgeeks.com/mg/getmirror/regseeker,1.html)
    I had no alerts and have run the program. Again, without any warnings from Avast.
    Any program capable of making changes to your system should always be used with caution.
    It's the type of program that makes certain functions easier provided you know what you're doing.
    If you're a novice, hands off.

    You were saying :)

    Same alert.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on September 09, 2017, 07:15:50 AM
    Yep.

    Alert below:
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on September 09, 2017, 08:18:30 PM
    Equifax hasn't got a clue, in addition to the link below the certificate on their website is supposedly unknown.

    [urlhttp://www.zdnet.com/article/we-tested-equifax-data-breach-checker-it-is-basically-useless/][/url]
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2017, 11:00:56 PM
    Yep.

    Alert below:
    Strange that when I originally downloaded the file, no warnings. Even checked it after the download with the on demand file checker and nothing.
    I just did another download and now it's flagged. I've submitted it to the virus lab.


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on September 11, 2017, 04:13:40 AM
    Google Chrome Will Soon Warn You of Software That Performs MitM Attacks

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-chrome-will-soon-warn-you-of-software-that-performs-mitm-attacks/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on September 15, 2017, 11:30:18 PM
    Chrome Will Mute All Sites With Auto-Playing Sound by Default Starting 2018

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/chrome-will-mute-all-sites-with-auto-playing-sound-by-default-starting-2018/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 16, 2017, 12:52:42 AM
    Chrome Will Mute All Sites With Auto-Playing Sound by Default Starting 2018

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/chrome-will-mute-all-sites-with-auto-playing-sound-by-default-starting-2018/

    Firefox already does that, but they need to go a step further and not just stop the sound, but stop the video clips also on any tab but the active one.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 14, 2017, 04:12:24 PM
    29 Incredibly Useful Websites You Wish You Knew Earlier (http://www.lifehack.org/articles/technology/30-incredibly-useful-websites-you-wish-you-knew-earlier.html)
    In this case, it isn't who you know but what site you know. Enjoy. :)
    One of the items this will show you is a protected way to safely share your email address,
    Just like this: b...@h...l.com (http://scr.im/3wrw)
    This also works: http://scr.im/3wrw (http://scr.im/3wrw)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 30, 2017, 02:33:18 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1512048226929-24769.png)Have you tried No Coin (https://goo.gl/nasgcq) 
    No coin is a tiny browser extension aiming to block coin miners such as Coinhive.

    https://goo.gl/nasgcq
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 05, 2017, 11:33:14 PM
    (http://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1512512968984-3035.png)
    The final version was just released. Download it here:
    http://www.classicshell.net/ (http://www.classicshell.net/)
    More details here:
    http://www.classicshell.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=8147 (http://www.classicshell.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=8147)


    Another useful program will eventually bite the dust.
    https://youtu.be/6wqVMPnL1Lc
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 06, 2017, 07:53:52 AM
    Another useful program will eventually bite the dust.
    Bad news, Classic Shell was a must have on all W8+ systems for me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 06, 2017, 02:44:00 PM
    Another useful program will eventually bite the dust.
    Bad news, Classic Shell was a must have on all W8+ systems for me.
    You can still continue to use it. It just isn't going to be updated any more.
    That shouldn't cause any problems if you're still using Windows 8.1
    It could cause a problem with new updates on Windows 10.


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 07, 2017, 04:55:13 AM
    Another useful program will eventually bite the dust.
    Bad news, Classic Shell was a must have on all W8+ systems for me.
    You can still continue to use it. It just isn't going to be updated any more.
    That shouldn't cause any problems if you're still using Windows 8.1
    It could cause a problem with new updates on Windows 10.
    Yes, as the code is on GitHub, let's hope it get's forked...
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 08, 2018, 04:12:45 PM
    NotBot (http://nobotsecurity.com/)
    Your thoughts.



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 08, 2018, 05:28:24 PM
    NotBot (http://nobotsecurity.com/)
    Your thoughts.


    What a name NotBot, who would imagine in their wildest dreams that this is purporting to be a security product.

    Quote from: Extract from article
    The NoBot team is comprised of a small group of software engineers working hard to create an application with a small footprint that can remove the latest Spyware and Malware threats.

    As soon as I saw they are considering accepting bitcoin for payment (although it isn't mandatory) I have consigned it to the digital dustbin.  Really strange they are peddling a product to supposedly block malware and I would class 'bit mining' as exactly that or worse 'hijacking your system and resources.'

    EDIT: Typo.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on January 09, 2018, 04:21:45 AM
    NotBot (http://nobotsecurity.com/)
    Your thoughts.


    What a name NotBot, who would imagine in their wildest dreams that this is purporting to be a security product.

    Quote from: Extract from article
    The NoBot team is comprised of a small group of software engineers working hard to create an application with a small footprint that can remove the latest Spyware and Malware threats.

    As soon as I saw they are considering accepting bitcoin for payment (although it isn't mandatory) I have consigned it to the digital dustbin.  Really strange they are peddling a product to supposedly block malware and I would class 'bit mining' as exactly that or worse 'hijacking your system and resources.'

    EDIT: Typo.
    Yes, and related download available at the same site 'Performance Monitor' triggers a weblock from Avast.  Download bob3160 is referring to does not alert.

    See attached below:
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on January 10, 2018, 08:55:08 PM
    Microsoft Says No More Windows Security Updates Unless AVs Set a Registry Key
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-says-no-more-windows-security-updates-unless-avs-set-a-registry-key/

    Wonder if there's word from Avast about whether they'll comply.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 10, 2018, 09:01:07 PM
    Microsoft Says No More Windows Security Updates Unless AVs Set a Registry Key
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-says-no-more-windows-security-updates-unless-avs-set-a-registry-key/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-says-no-more-windows-security-updates-unless-avs-set-a-registry-key/)

    Wonder if there's word from Avast about whether they'll comply.
    Avast did this a while ago:
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=212691.msg1439553#msg1439553
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: ehmen on January 11, 2018, 12:30:07 AM
    Avast did this a while ago:
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=212691.msg1439553#msg1439553
    :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on January 17, 2018, 04:05:49 PM
    StopAd

      https://stopad.io/windows

      http://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Popup-Ad-Spyware-Blockers/StopAd.shtml#sgal_0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 25, 2018, 02:01:40 PM
    Protect Your Eyes
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1516884710097-81508.png)
    https://iristech.co/ (https://iristech.co/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1516884442344-74661.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 25, 2018, 05:50:45 PM
    Protect Your Eyes
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1516884710097-81508.png)
    <snip>]

    I had something like this before and in all honesty it was more hassle than it was worth, screen not as clear.

    I'm somewhat baffled by this reduce blue light to help get to sleep easier.  I actually have plug in nite-lights that are Blue rather than white.  I also have a 4W LED Blue lightbulb in my bedroom and I leave that on all night, I feel I get to sleep just fine and have to get up less in the night, go figure :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 14, 2018, 03:42:42 PM
    Ultimate Process Killer (https://sourceforge.net/projects/ultmprokill/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1518619280813-58757.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 21, 2018, 01:23:49 PM
    XTR Toolbox (https://xtrtoolbox.blogspot.com/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1519215672188-40658.png)
    Worth a look and evaluation. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 26, 2018, 02:03:14 PM
    Something new for your system tray:
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1519649401834-19643.png)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1519649924410-8980.png)
    Portable, no installation required.
    Download Link Click Here To Download (https://github.com/blackholeearth/Win10_BrightnessSlider/blob/master/Win10_BrightnessSlider/bin/Debug/Win10_BrightnessSlider.exe?raw=true)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 24, 2018, 04:15:38 PM
    (https://support.malwarebytes.com/resources/images/palette-1016/malwarebytes-main-logo.png)
    How2Totally Remove Malwarebytes
    https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1034 (https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1034)
    More details on this topic:
    https://www.ghacks.net/2018/03/21/how-to-remove-malwarebytes/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2018/03/21/how-to-remove-malwarebytes/)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 02, 2018, 06:55:01 PM
    I'm trying out a new DNS Service from Cloudfare:


    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1522687786287-31923.png)
    More information here: https://1.1.1.1/ (https://1.1.1.1/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Gopher John on April 02, 2018, 11:01:05 PM
    More Information about CloudFlare DNS

    https://www.cnet.com/news/cloudfare-new-1111-dns-privacy-tool-would-speed-your-internet-too/ (https://www.cnet.com/news/cloudfare-new-1111-dns-privacy-tool-would-speed-your-internet-too/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 02, 2018, 11:05:47 PM
    Certainly making a difference for me:
    (http://www.speedtest.net/result/7193582175.png) (http://www.speedtest.net/result/7193582175)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 15, 2018, 01:47:45 PM
    CloneApp
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1523792794549-55867.png)

    Use CloneApp (http://www.cloneapp.de/index.php/about-cloneapp) to backup the settings from many programs.


    CloneApp at work:
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1523793060203-96391.png)



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 20, 2018, 05:08:51 PM
    Windows Defender for your Chrome Browser
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1524236545544-49760.png)


    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1524236803312-47548.png)
    Interested ??? Get it here:
    https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/Windows%20Defender%20Browser%20Protection?hl=en&
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2018, 04:55:14 PM
    Have you tried the NEW Gmail Interface yet ???
    As you can see, I've taken the plunge and I love it.
    Just click on the Settings cog and select it in at the top of the pull down menu.
    As you can also see, if you don't like it, just select GO Back. I don't intend to. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 20, 2018, 03:11:28 PM
    My laptop has no led indicators. The following program changed all of that.
    (https://www.wintools.info/images/addleds/profile-green-blue-red.png)
    Advantages of addLEDs (https://www.wintools.info/index.php/addleds):
    (https://www.wintools.info/images/addleds/addleds-menus.png)
    Replaces or supplements information LEDs which are missing or not clearly visible in an informative way
    Provides a software option for the state change of the “Lock” keys
    Short sound signal when there is a state change of “Lock”
    Autostart operating mode
    Several display modes
    Doesn’t require installation
    Compatible with Windows 7/8/10
    Free to use
    I opted to only use the Network and Disk Drive activity led's.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on June 28, 2018, 09:28:32 PM
    A history of freedom
    Avast  1988-2018  Thirty Years Together
    https://blog.avast.com/a-history-of-freedom-avast (https://blog.avast.com/a-history-of-freedom-avast)

    Hard to believe but Avast started around the time the Berlin Wall came down.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =Snake= on July 01, 2018, 10:20:54 PM
    A history of freedom
    Avast  1988-2018  Thirty Years Together
    https://blog.avast.com/a-history-of-freedom-avast (https://blog.avast.com/a-history-of-freedom-avast)

    Hard to believe but Avast started around the time the Berlin Wall came down.
    Did you ever see it?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 02, 2018, 03:14:29 PM
    A history of freedom
    Avast  1988-2018  Thirty Years Together
    https://blog.avast.com/a-history-of-freedom-avast (https://blog.avast.com/a-history-of-freedom-avast)

    Hard to believe but Avast started around the time the Berlin Wall came down.
    Did you ever see it?
    I did before it came down. (It was pretty ugly.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on July 04, 2018, 07:49:03 AM
    Google announces Google Marketing Platform Partners program
    The program includes more than 500 companies certified to provide resources or training on using Google Marketing Platform products

    https://martechtoday.com/google-announces-google-marketing-platform-partners-program-217760 (https://martechtoday.com/google-announces-google-marketing-platform-partners-program-217760)

    Tech mobilizes against California privacy law
    http://thehill.com/policy/technology/394928-tech-mobilizes-against-california-privacy-law (http://thehill.com/policy/technology/394928-tech-mobilizes-against-california-privacy-law)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on July 06, 2018, 08:39:05 PM
    How cloud storage solutions are evolving to fight hackers
    https://www.csoonline.com/article/3287045/cloud-security/how-cloud-storage-solutions-are-evolving-to-fight-hackers.html (https://www.csoonline.com/article/3287045/cloud-security/how-cloud-storage-solutions-are-evolving-to-fight-hackers.html)

    What is Blockchain Technology? A Step-by-Step Guide For Beginners
    https://blockgeeks.com/guides/what-is-blockchain-technology/ (https://blockgeeks.com/guides/what-is-blockchain-technology/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 12, 2018, 02:40:32 PM

    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1531399040791-69506.png)

    Chrome Site Isolation, offered in Chrome started in v67
    Chrome will load each website in its own process. So, even if a site bypasses the same-origin policy,
    the extra security will help stop the site from stealing your data from another website. Learn more about site isolation.
    Site Isolation separates a site's render process from others which improves security and provides mitigation
    against Spectre-class vulnerabilities like the recently discovered Spectre 1.1 and 1.2.

    On your computer, open Chrome.
    In the address bar at the top, enter chrome://flags/#enable-site-per-process and press Enter.
    Next to "Strict site isolation," click Enable.
    If you don't see "Strict site isolation," update Chrome.
    Click Relaunch now.
    It will increase the resources used by Chrome by approximately 10%.
    You need to weigh the security increase against the slight loss in speed of the browser.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 17, 2018, 03:01:58 PM

    Microsoft's Challenge to Slack (https://slack.com/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1531831438845-85545.png)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1531831539476-31930.png)
    More Information and Download (Installation) Links (https://products.office.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/free)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on August 01, 2018, 08:28:44 PM
    Windows Firewall Control is now free

      https://www.ghacks.net/2018/08/01/windows-firewall-control-is-now-free/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 01, 2018, 10:53:29 PM
    Windows Firewall Control is now free

      https://www.ghacks.net/2018/08/01/windows-firewall-control-is-now-free/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2018/08/01/windows-firewall-control-is-now-free/)
    Free or not, I've always been happy with the simplicity of the Windows Firewall and have never needed
    something else to make something that's simple and works, more complicated. Just my 2 cents. :)
    I realize that there are those that are want tighter or more complicated controls. For those individuals,
    This is probably a good tool.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on August 02, 2018, 10:56:56 PM
    Windows Firewall Control is now free

      https://www.ghacks.net/2018/08/01/windows-firewall-control-is-now-free/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2018/08/01/windows-firewall-control-is-now-free/)
    Free or not, I've always been happy with the simplicity of the Windows Firewall and have never needed
    something else to make something that's simple and works, more complicated. Just my 2 cents. :)
    I realize that there are those that are want tighter or more complicated controls. For those individuals,
    This is probably a good tool.

    It is a good tool.
    I've used it for years and have enjoyed the ability to keep closer control/knowledge of programs operating under Windows FW :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 11, 2018, 12:50:22 AM
    Windows Setup Command-Line Options:
    https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/windows-setup-command-line-options (https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/windows-setup-command-line-options)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 11, 2018, 03:44:26 PM

    Google Public DNS turns 8.8.8.8 years old (https://security.googleblog.com/2018/08/google-public-dns-turns-8888-years-old.html)
    "In short, we continue to improve Google Public DNS both behind the scenes and in ways visible to users,
    adding features that users want from their DNS service. Stay tuned for some exciting Google Public DNS
    announcements in the near future!"
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2018, 01:42:36 AM
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1539992362108-47746.png)
    Winamp is back. Get the official beta from here: https://www.winamp.com/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 20, 2018, 03:26:14 PM
    Was your Facebook page hacked?
    Here are 2 ways to check
    1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbfEu6bVavg&t=2s

    2. https://www.facebook.com/help/securitynotice (https://www.facebook.com/help/securitynotice)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2018, 04:05:55 PM
    Symantec retires Norton ConnectSafe (DNS) on November 15, 2018 (https://www.ghacks.net/2018/10/22/symantec-retires-norton-connectsafe-dns-on-november-15-2018/)
    If you're using this service, it's time to switch.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 24, 2018, 06:07:19 AM
    Testing new ways to keep you safe online
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2018/10/22/testing-new-ways-to-keep-you-safe-online/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2018, 03:48:41 PM
    Testing new ways to keep you safe online
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2018/10/22/testing-new-ways-to-keep-you-safe-online/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2018/10/22/testing-new-ways-to-keep-you-safe-online/)
    Their VPN will be a bit pricey at $10.00 per month.
    I'm personally already quite happy with Avast's SecureLine VPN. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Para-Noid on October 24, 2018, 08:44:24 PM
    This might explain why Vivaldi is gaining in popularity almost daily.

    The V forums are very active. Check them out https://forum.vivaldi.net
    Most people have no idea how customizable Vivaldi is. A user can customize V more than they can Chrome.
    No, I don't like Chrome. That said, if you take your browser personally you might try Vivaldi.
    I have made my V just that, mine. I couldn't do that with Chrome.

    https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2018/10/vivaldi-2-0-review-meet-your-ideal-browser-if-youre-willing-to-invest-time/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 30, 2018, 02:04:19 PM
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1540904389571-49519.png) Spybot Identity Monitor
    Information and Download
    https://www.safer-networking.org/products/spybot-identity-monitor/ (https://www.safer-networking.org/products/spybot-identity-monitor/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 30, 2018, 02:19:53 PM
    New Setting in Ccleaner v5.50 allows blocking Auto/Emergency Updates
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1543584165852-87072.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 05, 2018, 04:14:38 PM
    Windows ISO Downloads direct from Microsoft
    Download Windows 7 Offline ISO Files (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows7)
    Download Windows 8.1 Offline ISO Files (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows8ISO)
    Download Windows 10 Offline ISO Files (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10ISO)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: mchain on December 13, 2018, 08:13:28 AM
    Can Firefox survive in a Google world?
    https://www.zdnet.com/article/can-firefox-survive/ (https://www.zdnet.com/article/can-firefox-survive/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on December 31, 2018, 08:26:35 PM
    A look at AdGuard DNS

      https://www.ghacks.net/2018/12/31/a-look-at-adguard-dns/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 04, 2019, 11:12:36 PM
    https://blog.avast.com/chronicle-security-and-avast-partnership
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 05, 2019, 12:33:47 AM
    https://blog.avast.com/chronicle-security-and-avast-partnership

    Interesting,  Chronicle, an Alphabet company,   Alphabet A.K.A. Google by another name ;)
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alphabet_Inc.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =Snake= on March 05, 2019, 06:43:28 PM
    https://blog.avast.com/chronicle-security-and-avast-partnership

    Interesting,  Chronicle, an Alphabet company,   Alphabet A.K.A. Google by another name ;)
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alphabet_Inc.

    You're so right.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 05, 2019, 07:35:03 PM
    https://blog.avast.com/chronicle-security-and-avast-partnership

    Interesting,  Chronicle, an Alphabet company,   Alphabet A.K.A. Google by another name ;)
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alphabet_Inc.

    You're so right.

    I get worried when companies get in bed with Google, A.K.A. Alphabet Inc.

    Call me suspicious, OK your right I'm suspicious.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 06, 2019, 04:56:54 PM



    Some free tools
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1551887548102-74610.png)
    https://www.hidemyass.com/internet-privacy-tools
    (In case you're wondering, My Ass is Hidden (https://www.hidemyass.com/en-us/index). :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 08, 2019, 09:36:37 AM
    Notepad++ No Longer Code Signed, Dev Won't Support Overpriced Cert Industry
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/notepad-no-longer-code-signed-dev-wont-support-overpriced-cert-industry/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2019, 03:30:59 PM
    The WWW turns 30
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1552400911723-94242.png)
    Details (https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/12/18259700/world-wide-wide-turns-30-www-anniversary-favorite-sites)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 12, 2019, 03:33:56 PM
    A look back at life before the WWW
    https://wtop.com/tech/2019/03/no-cat-videos-what-life-was-like-before-the-world-wide-web/ (https://wtop.com/tech/2019/03/no-cat-videos-what-life-was-like-before-the-world-wide-web/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 26, 2019, 09:17:11 AM
    Firefox to Import Windows Root Certs To Avoid Antivirus SSL Scanning Issues
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/firefox-to-import-windows-root-certs-to-avoid-antivirus-ssl-scanning-issues/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 02, 2019, 09:27:39 AM
    Notepad++ No Longer Code Signed, Dev Won't Support Overpriced Cert Industry
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/notepad-no-longer-code-signed-dev-wont-support-overpriced-cert-industry/
    Notepad++ Adds GPG Signature to Verify Authenticity
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/notepad-adds-gpg-signature-to-verify-authenticity/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 07, 2019, 11:32:41 AM
    Google Adding Chrome Admin Policy to Uninstall Blacklisted Extensions
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-adding-chrome-admin-policy-to-uninstall-blacklisted-extensions/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =Snake= on April 07, 2019, 02:36:52 PM
    Major Browsers to Prevent Disabling of Click Tracking Privacy Risk
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/major-browsers-to-prevent-disabling-of-click-tracking-privacy-risk/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: .: Mac :. on April 07, 2019, 03:09:51 PM
    Google Adding Chrome Admin Policy to Uninstall Blacklisted Extensions
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-adding-chrome-admin-policy-to-uninstall-blacklisted-extensions/

    This is so long overdue. The number of support requests I see weekly for "Search Protect" and other adware chrome extensions is crazy
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 11, 2019, 11:26:19 AM
    Protections Against Fingerprinting and Cryptocurrency Mining Available in Firefox Nightly and Beta
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/04/09/protections-against-fingerprinting-and-cryptocurrency-mining-available-in-firefox-nightly-and-beta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 16, 2019, 08:24:05 AM
    Cross-Browser NoScript hits the Chrome Store
    https://hackademix.net/2019/04/12/cross-browser-noscript-hits-the-chrome-store/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2019, 03:43:52 PM
    The Windows 10 Settings Guide: How to Do Anything and Everything
    https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/control-windows-10-settings-guide/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 03, 2019, 07:30:39 AM
    Mozilla To Disable Firefox Add-Ons with Obfuscated Code
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mozilla-to-disable-firefox-add-ons-with-obfuscated-code/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =Snake= on May 03, 2019, 11:45:18 AM
    Microsoft PM Explains Why Chromium Edge Can’t Run Google Earth
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-pm-explains-why-chromium-edge-can-t-run-google-earth/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: =Snake= on May 03, 2019, 11:51:22 AM
    Chrome Will Allow Sites to Check Your OS Dark Mode Settings
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/chrome-will-allow-sites-to-check-your-os-dark-mode-settings/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 21, 2019, 08:00:00 AM
    Firefox Lockwise Aims to Revamp Browser Password Management
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/firefox-lockwise-aims-to-revamp-browser-password-management/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 03, 2019, 11:29:11 AM
    Enabling innovation and opportunity on the Intelligent Edge
    https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2019/05/28/enabling-innovation-and-opportunity-on-the-intelligent-edge/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 05, 2019, 09:23:17 AM
    New Privacy Features for Mozilla Firefox, Lockwise Is Live
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-privacy-features-for-mozilla-firefox-lockwise-is-live/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 13, 2019, 07:11:11 AM
    Project Svalbard: The Future of Have I Been Pwned
    https://www.troyhunt.com/project-svalbard-the-future-of-have-i-been-pwned/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 13, 2019, 01:29:43 PM
    Project Svalbard: The Future of Have I Been Pwned
    https://www.troyhunt.com/project-svalbard-the-future-of-have-i-been-pwned/ (https://www.troyhunt.com/project-svalbard-the-future-of-have-i-been-pwned/)
    Certainly sounds like a security problem to me. ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 13, 2019, 04:03:52 PM
    Project Svalbard: The Future of Have I Been Pwned
    https://www.troyhunt.com/project-svalbard-the-future-of-have-i-been-pwned/ (https://www.troyhunt.com/project-svalbard-the-future-of-have-i-been-pwned/)
    Certainly sounds like a security problem to me. ???

    I really don't like using these so called check and see if you have been pwned, I just don't trust them either :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 03, 2019, 05:39:04 AM
    Mozilla Firefox - Fixing Antivirus Errors
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 03, 2019, 01:34:47 PM
    Mozilla Firefox - Fixing Antivirus Errors
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/)
    Sounds like Mozilla trying to justify some of it's actions that have been causing users problems.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 03, 2019, 05:19:44 PM
    Mozilla Firefox - Fixing Antivirus Errors
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/)
    Sounds like Mozilla trying to justify some of it's actions that have been causing users problems.

    Not entirely correct, when this issue first crept up, it was AVs (not just Avast) that place their Security Certs in unexpected locations (Firefox areas for security certs) and this wasn't handled well by the browser (not entirely incorrectly).  But now there are fall backs to make what would have been a failure more gracious/successful, allowing the user to proceed.

    There is certainly a case for AVs and Browser Companies talking to one and other to avoid these sort of collisions occurring.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: alanb on July 03, 2019, 07:17:26 PM
    Mozilla Firefox - Fixing Antivirus Errors
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2019/07/01/fixing-antivirus-errors/)
    Sounds like Mozilla trying to justify some of it's actions that have been causing users problems.

    Not entirely correct, when this issue first crept up, it was AVs (not just Avast) that place their Security Certs in unexpected locations (Firefox areas for security certs) and this wasn't handled well by the browser (not entirely incorrectly).  But now there are fall backs to make what would have been a failure more gracious/successful, allowing the user to proceed.

    There is certainly a case for AVs and Browser Companies talking to one and other to avoid these sort of collisions occurring.

    Thank you @DavidR for highlighting this.  I appreciate that the Avast users/contributors here (including myself) are largely fans, but the fact is that Avast (and AVG, Kaspersky, et. al.) abused the Firefox Policy System to crowbar their (MITM) certificate into Firefox in a way that they were told explicitly was the wrong way to do it.  They did not correct that.

    So now Mozilla has had to spend time working around the Avast-created problem.

    So, to me it "Sounds like Mozilla is trying to mitigate a problem not of its own making".
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 03, 2019, 07:43:19 PM
    @  alanb
    No problem, whilst I'm nowhere as familiar as you with the inner workings of Firefox. 

    From what I have read in these forums and other links some provided by yourself (if I remember correctly), I know this wasn't an issue of Mozillas making.  So I couldn't let that be the impression.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 03, 2019, 09:36:04 PM
    I'm still not clear as to why when Mozilla does something different then the others,
    Mozilla is correct and all the others are wrong. ???
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 03, 2019, 10:11:46 PM
    I'm still not clear as to why when Mozilla does something different then the others,
    Mozilla is correct and all the others are wrong. ???

    You have to have been following it from when it first occurred to have an idea of what happened.  The whole idea of HTTPS is to prevent snooping on encryption of data between the user and the site they are visiting.  AVs want to have a position as the MITM (Man In The Middle) to intercept and scan that traffic.

    So it is pretty essential that Security software companies understand how browsers prevent these MITM type interceptions so they don't get broken.

    Mozilla had previously made it clear what the AV companies were doing wrong which had the effect of breaking access to HTTPS sites because the Security Certificate wasn't correctly placed.  This by all accounts is still happening in some cases.  Hence the requirement to do something to manage this more graciously, not to penalise the end user, who are more likely to blame the browser rather than their own antivirus program.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 03, 2019, 10:38:34 PM
    I'm still not clear as to why when Mozilla does something different then the others,
    Mozilla is correct and all the others are wrong. ???

    You have to have been following it from when it first occurred to have an idea of what happened.  The whole idea of HTTPS is to prevent snooping on encryption of data between the user and the site they are visiting.  AVs want to have a position as the MITM (Man In The Middle) to intercept and scan that traffic.

    So it is pretty essential that Security software companies understand how browsers prevent these MITM type interceptions so they don't get broken.

    Mozilla had previously made it clear what the AV companies were doing wrong which had the effect of breaking access to HTTPS sites because the Security Certificate wasn't correctly placed.  This by all accounts is still happening in some cases.  Hence the requirement to do something to manage this more graciously, not to penalise the end user, who are more likely to blame the browser rather than their own antivirus program.
    This 'problem' isn't evident in most of the other browsers so why are they able to function without any problems?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 03, 2019, 11:57:55 PM
    I'm still not clear as to why when Mozilla does something different then the others,
    Mozilla is correct and all the others are wrong. ???

    You have to have been following it from when it first occurred to have an idea of what happened.  The whole idea of HTTPS is to prevent snooping on encryption of data between the user and the site they are visiting.  AVs want to have a position as the MITM (Man In The Middle) to intercept and scan that traffic.

    So it is pretty essential that Security software companies understand how browsers prevent these MITM type interceptions so they don't get broken.

    Mozilla had previously made it clear what the AV companies were doing wrong which had the effect of breaking access to HTTPS sites because the Security Certificate wasn't correctly placed.  This by all accounts is still happening in some cases.  Hence the requirement to do something to manage this more graciously, not to penalise the end user, who are more likely to blame the browser rather than their own antivirus program.
    This 'problem' isn't evident in most of the other browsers so why are they able to function without any problems?

    I can't speak for other browsers as I don't use them.

    I also didn't have a problem on my XP Pro system as:
    1.  It uses Avast 18.5.xxxx
    2.  It uses an old version of Firefox ESR 52.9.0 (32-bit).

    I also didn't have a problem that I can recall on my win10 system, but I believe I made a change the the firefox about:config settings.

    But it is most certainly Avasts task to ensure that it does work, in much the same way as it has to with the AOS firefox add-on.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 04, 2019, 12:10:34 AM
    I personally don't recall ever having a problem.
    I also only use Firefox for testing compatibility and other things.
    It isn't my default browser.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 04, 2019, 12:18:29 AM
    I personally don't recall ever having a problem.

    I also only use Firefox for testing compatibility and other things.

    It isn't my default browser.

    2.  Perhaps Avast should take a leaf out of your book :)
    Like run the Alpha, nightly and beta builds of Firefox (and other browsers) to get an early warning of potential problems.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: alanb on July 06, 2019, 06:46:19 PM
    Quote
    This 'problem' isn't evident in most of the other browsers so why are they able to function without any problems?

    Because Chromium-based browsers implicitly trust the OS's root Certificate Store.

    Gecko-based browsers have an additional, curated list of trusted CAs.  This allows Mozilla to easily blacklist expired/rogue/compromised certificates.

    Avast used a heavy-handed (and unsupported) method of crowbarring their certificate into Mozilla-based browsers (despite advice to the contrary from Mozilla).

    The quick solution for all Firefox (and forked) browsers is to set the preference
    Code: [Select]
    security.enterprise_roots.enabled to TRUE.  It will then implicitly trust the OS's root Certificate Store which makes Avast's hack unnecessary (tested).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 06, 2019, 07:11:54 PM
    Quote
    This 'problem' isn't evident in most of the other browsers so why are they able to function without any problems?

    Because Chromium-based browsers implicitly trust the OS's root Certificate Store.

    Gecko-based browsers have an additional, curated list of trusted CAs.  This allows Mozilla to easily blacklist expired/rogue/compromised certificates.

    Avast used a heavy-handed (and unsupported) method of crowbarring their certificate into Mozilla-based browsers (despite advice to the contrary from Mozilla).

    The quick solution for all Firefox (and forked) browsers is to set the preference
    Code: [Select]
    security.enterprise_roots.enabled to TRUE.  It will then implicitly trust the OS's root Certificate Store which makes Avast's hack unnecessary (tested).
    Isn't that basically what the Avast hack does?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 06, 2019, 07:51:08 PM
    Quote
    This 'problem' isn't evident in most of the other browsers so why are they able to function without any problems?

    Because Chromium-based browsers implicitly trust the OS's root Certificate Store.

    Gecko-based browsers have an additional, curated list of trusted CAs.  This allows Mozilla to easily blacklist expired/rogue/compromised certificates.

    Avast used a heavy-handed (and unsupported) method of crowbarring their certificate into Mozilla-based browsers (despite advice to the contrary from Mozilla).

    The quick solution for all Firefox (and forked) browsers is to set the preference
    Code: [Select]
    security.enterprise_roots.enabled to TRUE.  It will then implicitly trust the OS's root Certificate Store which makes Avast's hack unnecessary (tested).
    Isn't that basically what the Avast hack does?

    No it isn't, Avast isn't making changes to the firefox about:config settings.

    Quote from: alanb
    Avast used a heavy-handed (and unsupported) method of crowbarring their certificate into Mozilla-based browsers (despite advice to the contrary from Mozilla).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 07, 2019, 08:13:29 AM
    Google is developing a ‘heavy ad’ blocker for Chrome
    https://9to5google.com/2019/07/03/heavy-ad-blocker-chrome/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 10, 2019, 12:54:23 PM
    Mozilla blocks UAE bid to become an internet security guardian after hacking reports
    https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-cyber-mozilla/mozilla-blocks-uae-bid-to-become-an-internet-security-guardian-after-hacking-reports-idUSKCN1U42CA
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 10, 2019, 01:03:31 PM
    Mozilla blocks UAE bid to become an internet security guardian after hacking reports
    https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-cyber-mozilla/mozilla-blocks-uae-bid-to-become-an-internet-security-guardian-after-hacking-reports-idUSKCN1U42CA (https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-cyber-mozilla/mozilla-blocks-uae-bid-to-become-an-internet-security-guardian-after-hacking-reports-idUSKCN1U42CA)
    Sounds like this belongs in the security section. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 10, 2019, 01:09:01 PM
    Mozilla blocks UAE bid to become an internet security guardian after hacking reports
    https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-cyber-mozilla/mozilla-blocks-uae-bid-to-become-an-internet-security-guardian-after-hacking-reports-idUSKCN1U42CA (https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-cyber-mozilla/mozilla-blocks-uae-bid-to-become-an-internet-security-guardian-after-hacking-reports-idUSKCN1U42CA)
    Sounds like this belongs in the security section. :)
    Not really, but feel free to repost it there. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 17, 2019, 07:48:23 AM
    Firefox 68: BigInts, Contrast Checks, and the QuantumBar
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2019/07/firefox-68-bigints-contrast-checks-and-the-quantumbar/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 22, 2019, 08:55:00 AM
    Mozilla Firefox Tor Mode Likely to Start as a Browser Addon
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mozilla-firefox-tor-mode-likely-to-start-as-a-browser-addon/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 07, 2019, 03:21:52 PM
    ImageGlass (https://imageglass.org/?utm_source=app_7_0_7_26&utm_medium=app_click&utm_campaign=app_homepage)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565183816578-90136.png)
    A lightweight versatile image viewer worth checking out.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 11, 2019, 04:33:58 PM
    RollBack Rx (https://horizondatasys.com/rollback-rx-time-machine/rollback-rx-home/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565533785200-74678.png)
    A video to show off how it works https://youtu.be/Oogz7ArMw70 (https://youtu.be/Oogz7ArMw70)
    Download from here https://horizondatasys.com/download/#rollbackhome (https://horizondatasys.com/download/#rollbackhome)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on August 11, 2019, 07:31:17 PM
    RollBack Rx (https://horizondatasys.com/rollback-rx-time-machine/rollback-rx-home/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565533785200-74678.png)
    A video to show off how it works https://youtu.be/Oogz7ArMw70 (https://youtu.be/Oogz7ArMw70)
    Download from here https://horizondatasys.com/download/#rollbackhome (https://horizondatasys.com/download/#rollbackhome)

    Just fyi (From personal experience)

    If not already known, Rollback will not work if you have a 3rd Party HD encryption service enabled or Windows Bitlocker enabled.
    Windows only allows for one encryption service running at any given time.
    If you want to use Rollback you'll have to "disable" any other HD encryption service. :)

    Edit: An Error message will appear on Reboot after installation that comments on software confliction ( other encryption program running).

    "Open protect system failed."
    Error: Server execution failed.(0x80080005)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 13, 2019, 10:30:58 AM
    Verizon agrees to sell Tumblr to owner of Wordpress
    https://www.axios.com/verizon-tumblr-wordpress-automattic-e6645edd-bc73-45c2-9380-9fe8ca34291f.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 13, 2019, 09:35:21 PM
    RollBack Rx (https://horizondatasys.com/rollback-rx-time-machine/rollback-rx-home/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565533785200-74678.png)
    A video to show off how it works https://youtu.be/Oogz7ArMw70 (https://youtu.be/Oogz7ArMw70)
    Download from here https://horizondatasys.com/download/#rollbackhome (https://horizondatasys.com/download/#rollbackhome)
    Today, I put this software to the test.
    Early this morning Rollback RX created it's snapshot. (Only takes seconds)
    About 1 hr. later, I decided to uninstall Avast Free and install Avast OMNI beta.
    After finding out that my router still isn't compatible with OMNI, it was time to go back to the Free version of Avast.
    Rather than doing a full removal of Omni and then an install of Avast Free, I decided to use RollBack RX.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724214990-95307.png)
    After selecting the RoolBack, the system rebooted
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724346013-46549.png)
    The time frame for this rollack was amazingly short.
    (I was used to the long time it takes for a System Restore Point)
    After the restart I was greeted with the following,
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724531382-79690.png)
    This would come in handy if there were some important file changes you needed to recapture.
    Since I had no files or document that needed recovering, I selected the Cancel option.
    My system had been totally restored without any problems. Back to where it was this morning.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724705567-85322.png)
    This program certainly has my endorsement.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 13, 2019, 09:54:46 PM
    <snip quotes>
    This would come in handy if there were some important file changes you needed to recapture.
    Since I had no files or document that needed recovering, I selected the Cancel option.
    My system had been totally restored without any problems. Back to where it was this morning.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724705567-85322.png)
    This program certainly has my endorsement.


    Don't see anything about pricing for individuals, it would seem they are after companies, educational and OEMs.

    The RollBack RX Home, is Free, but seems to have a limit of 7 Snapshots, what happens after that isn't mentioned.  There doesn't appear to be a single license payment option for unlimited snapshots for RollBack RX Home.

    Whilst it says:
    Quote from: Extract

    RollBack Rx Home Edition is a FREE instant time machine for your Windows workstation.

    It is a comprehensive Windows System Restore solution that empowers users and IT administrators to easily restore their PCs to any previous state within seconds.

    RollBack Home Edition helps users better manage and lockdown Windows based PCs.

    It doesn't say specifically what windows OSes it supports.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 13, 2019, 10:13:12 PM
    <snip quotes>
    This would come in handy if there were some important file changes you needed to recapture.
    Since I had no files or document that needed recovering, I selected the Cancel option.
    My system had been totally restored without any problems. Back to where it was this morning.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724705567-85322.png)
    This program certainly has my endorsement.


    Don't see anything about pricing for individuals, it would seem they are after companies, educational and OEMs.

    The RollBack RX Home, is Free, but seems to have a limit of 7 Snapshots, what happens after that isn't mentioned.  There doesn't appear to be a single license payment option for unlimited snapshots for RollBack RX Home.

    Whilst it says:
    Quote from: Extract

    RollBack Rx Home Edition is a FREE instant time machine for your Windows workstation.

    It is a comprehensive Windows System Restore solution that empowers users and IT administrators to easily restore their PCs to any previous state within seconds.

    RollBack Home Edition helps users better manage and lockdown Windows based PCs.

    It doesn't say specifically what windows OSes it supports.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565726944573-65947.png)
    Snapshot #8 wipes out snapshot #1 so you always have a max of 7 snapshots on hand.
    For me, this certainly was a time saver for switching back to the free version of Avast. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 14, 2019, 12:07:30 AM
    <snip quotes>
    Don't see anything about pricing for individuals, it would seem they are after companies, educational and OEMs.

    The RollBack RX Home, is Free, but seems to have a limit of 7 Snapshots, what happens after that isn't mentioned.  There doesn't appear to be a single license payment option for unlimited snapshots for RollBack RX Home.

    Whilst it says:
    Quote from: Extract

    RollBack Rx Home Edition is a FREE instant time machine for your Windows workstation.

    It is a comprehensive Windows System Restore solution that empowers users and IT administrators to easily restore their PCs to any previous state within seconds.

    RollBack Home Edition helps users better manage and lockdown Windows based PCs.

    It doesn't say specifically what windows OSes it supports.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565726944573-65947.png)
    Snapshot #8 wipes out snapshot #1 so you always have a max of 7 snapshots on hand.
    For me, this certainly was a time saver for switching back to the free version of Avast. :)

    Thanks for that clarification.

    That's very good, so truly free with a 7 snapshot (backup/rollback) history.

    EDIT:  I installed RollBack Rx Home Edition on my win10 system today and It takes a snapshot right away.

    The interesting bit was I later did a windows update check (still waiting on 19030 and I think that this was it) a notice of a failed cumulative update was there another manual check found a KB awaiting download.  Did the KB update and restated when it called for it.

    This is when I found a somewhat strange instance during the restart (and before the KB update did its configuration thing, RollBackRX effectively interrupted this by popping up a small window.  This was a DOS style window given the time it occurred (pre-boot), which freaked me out a bit. 

    I used the down key to scroll down to exit and hit return to close the window and thankfully windows update continued with the configuration and appeared to finish successfully.

    Have you experienced this (?) and if not you have been pre-warned :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 14, 2019, 01:58:20 PM

    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565783807094-37887.png)
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=164936.msg1251996#msg1251996 (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=164936.msg1251996#msg1251996)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 17, 2019, 04:17:44 PM
    <snip quotes>
    This would come in handy if there were some important file changes you needed to recapture.
    Since I had no files or document that needed recovering, I selected the Cancel option.
    My system had been totally restored without any problems. Back to where it was this morning.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565724705567-85322.png)
    This program certainly has my endorsement.


    Don't see anything about pricing for individuals, it would seem they are after companies, educational and OEMs.

    The RollBack RX Home, is Free, but seems to have a limit of 7 Snapshots, what happens after that isn't mentioned.  There doesn't appear to be a single license payment option for unlimited snapshots for RollBack RX Home.

    Whilst it says:
    Quote from: Extract

    RollBack Rx Home Edition is a FREE instant time machine for your Windows workstation.

    It is a comprehensive Windows System Restore solution that empowers users and IT administrators to easily restore their PCs to any previous state within seconds.

    RollBack Home Edition helps users better manage and lockdown Windows based PCs.

    It doesn't say specifically what windows OSes it supports.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1565726944573-65947.png)
    Snapshot #8 wipes out snapshot #1 so you always have a max of 7 snapshots on hand.
    For me, this certainly was a time saver for switching back to the free version of Avast. :)
    A Correction
    Once you've created 7 snapshots, you need to remove selected older snapshots in order to create new snapshots.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 17, 2019, 07:00:16 PM
    <snip image>
    Snapshot #8 wipes out snapshot #1 so you always have a max of 7 snapshots on hand.
    For me, this certainly was a time saver for switching back to the free version of Avast. :)
    A Correction
    Once you've created 7 snapshots, you need to remove selected older snapshots in order to create new snapshots.

    Thanks for the correction, still fairly simple though.

    I'm noticing that every time I bring my laptop out of sleep the RollBackRX is there full screen.  I think any key removes that other than the Home key, which brings up the RollBackRX menu then you need to use the Exit key.

    Are you experiencing that ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 17, 2019, 08:10:33 PM
    No, But I don't allow sleep mode. The computer is either on or off.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 17, 2019, 09:29:25 PM
    No, But I don't allow sleep mode. The computer is either on or off.

    I don't leave my laptop on charge all of the time, so when not in use it is closed and goes into sleep mode until opened.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on August 23, 2019, 04:47:07 AM
    Microsoft's new Chromium based Edge browser is ready for beta testers.

    https://www.microsoftedgeinsider.com/en-us/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 27, 2019, 02:35:04 PM
    Browser Extensions  101
    Most of us have many extensions running in our Chrome or Chromium Based browser.
    Each extension listed, deletes some of the room from the browsers address bar space.
    If you have a lot of extensions, that address bar can become very small.
    Starting with Chrome v76, Google offers a solution.
    Chrome's new Extension Menu. Details here,
    https://www.howtogeek.com/437624/how-to-enable-google-chromes-new-extensions-menu/ (https://www.howtogeek.com/437624/how-to-enable-google-chromes-new-extensions-menu/)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1566909199934-99876.png)


    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1566909603421-79398.png)
    ( chrome://flags/#extensions-toolbar-menu )
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 09, 2019, 02:56:59 PM
    Clean Space ?
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1568033659494-60514.png)
    https://www.cyrobo.com/software/systm-en-allabout-clnspc-.php (https://www.cyrobo.com/software/systm-en-allabout-clnspc-.php)

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 12, 2019, 06:44:24 AM
    Firefox’s Test Pilot Program Returns with Firefox Private Network Beta
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 12, 2019, 02:09:20 PM
    Firefox’s Test Pilot Program Returns with Firefox Private Network Beta
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/)
    Sounds like a VPN similar to what's been available in the Opera browser for some time.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1568290568741-58567.png)
    It is hiding my IP and my location. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 12, 2019, 02:36:36 PM
    Firefox’s Test Pilot Program Returns with Firefox Private Network Beta
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/)
    Sounds like a VPN similar to what's been available in the Opera browser for some time.
    <snip image>
    It is hiding my IP and my location. :)

    Probably still won't stop Avast telling you your IP is visible ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 12, 2019, 03:26:14 PM
    Firefox’s Test Pilot Program Returns with Firefox Private Network Beta
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/09/10/firefoxs-test-pilot-program-returns-with-firefox-private-network-beta/)
    Sounds like a VPN similar to what's been available in the Opera browser for some time.
    <snip image>
    It is hiding my IP and my location. :)

    Probably still won't stop Avast telling you your IP is visible ;)
    Since I'm now using Avast Omni on all my systems, I haven't seen any of those little reminders. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 18, 2019, 01:17:25 PM
    Moving Firefox to a faster 4-week release cycle
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 18, 2019, 02:06:43 PM
    Moving Firefox to a faster 4-week release cycle
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/)
    Let's hope this doesn't result in an increase in bugs. We've seen this in other products.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 18, 2019, 02:20:53 PM
    Moving Firefox to a faster 4-week release cycle
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/)
    Let's hope this doesn't result in an increase in bugs. We've seen this in other products.
    Agreed, let's see. (But if so, one can always switch to ESR channel)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 18, 2019, 02:23:50 PM
    Moving Firefox to a faster 4-week release cycle
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/)
    Let's hope this doesn't result in an increase in bugs. We've seen this in other products.
    Agreed, let's see. (But if so, one can always switch to ESR channel)
    There are also many other Browsers Available besides Firefox. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 18, 2019, 02:34:07 PM
    Moving Firefox to a faster 4-week release cycle
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/)
    Let's hope this doesn't result in an increase in bugs. We've seen this in other products.
    Agreed, let's see. (But if so, one can always switch to ESR channel)
    There are also many other Browsers Available besides Firefox. :)
    Sure, but unfortunately only 2 major platforms - browsers are either Mozilla or Chromium based.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 18, 2019, 06:02:01 PM
    Moving Firefox to a faster 4-week release cycle
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/09/17/moving-firefox-to-a-faster-4-week-release-cycle/)
    Let's hope this doesn't result in an increase in bugs. We've seen this in other products.
    Agreed, let's see. (But if so, one can always switch to ESR channel)

    Personally I'm not in favour of these constant version updates and that included the Avast monthly program update.  It seems that there is this ungodly haste to constantly update (supposedly to keep up with the others doing the same.

    For me it is a bad thing that there appears no period of stability (for people to get used to the current program update, features and function) in this rush to do monthly updates.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: abruptum on September 22, 2019, 12:48:36 PM
    0Patch to support Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2 with security patches after official support end

      https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/21/0patch-to-support-windows-7-and-server-2008-r2-with-security-patches-after-official-support-end/

      https://blog.0patch.com/2019/09/keeping-windows-7-and-windows-server.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 26, 2019, 02:34:03 PM
    Interesting and not so nice.
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/25/microsoft-blocks-official-ccleaner-domain-on-its-answers-site/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/25/microsoft-blocks-official-ccleaner-domain-on-its-answers-site/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 26, 2019, 04:10:18 PM
    Interesting and not so nice.
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/25/microsoft-blocks-official-ccleaner-domain-on-its-answers-site/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/25/microsoft-blocks-official-ccleaner-domain-on-its-answers-site/)
    Interestingly enough I have a test Win10 system here with CCleaner installed, it appears Microsoft might be pushing the blocking further than their websites as Controlled Folder Access in Defenders Ransomware blocked two CCleaner actions a couple of days ago which has never happened before.

    All backend services of CCleaner are/were disabled including update checks and the program was not even open when the block actions were performed, to much suspicious behaviour from CCleaner and more recently reported damaged systems plus the bundled installer junk are some of the reasons consumers and Microsoft have had enough.

    Avast took a once great little tool and ruined it ::) thankfully I've removed CCleaner off all systems I still maintain these days and replaced with a more trustworthy and safer software Cleanmgr+ https://www.getclone.app/ms-apps/cleanmgrplus
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 26, 2019, 06:59:03 PM
    Quote from: CraigB
    Interestingly enough I have a test Win10 system here with CCleaner installed, it appears Microsoft might be pushing the blocking further than their websites as Controlled Folder Access in Defenders Ransomware blocked two CCleaner actions a couple of days ago which has never happened before.

    All backend services of CCleaner are/were disabled including update checks and the program was not even open when the block actions were performed, to much suspicious behaviour from CCleaner and more recently reported damaged systems plus the bundled installer junk are some of the reasons consumers and Microsoft have had enough.

    Interesting, whilst MS are doing this, they are effectively blaming someone else 'according to your images' it is "Your Administrator has blocked this action" which would be a lot of balls as you would presumably have Administrator privileges.   

    Why Microsoft didn't tell the truth and say that 'They' not 'Your' Administrator have blocked this.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on September 26, 2019, 07:58:54 PM
    Interesting, whilst MS are doing this, they are effectively blaming someone else 'according to your images' it is "Your Administrator has blocked this action" which would be a lot of balls as you would presumably have Administrator privileges.   

    Why Microsoft didn't tell the truth and say that 'They' not 'Your' Administrator have blocked this.
    I guess it's listed like that due to the system running in Admin mode :-\ it all happened on it's own though with no input from myself.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on September 26, 2019, 09:09:24 PM
    Quote from: CraigB
    Interestingly enough I have a test Win10 system here with CCleaner installed, it appears Microsoft might be pushing the blocking further than their websites as Controlled Folder Access in Defenders Ransomware blocked two CCleaner actions a couple of days ago which has never happened before.

    All backend services of CCleaner are/were disabled including update checks and the program was not even open when the block actions were performed, to much suspicious behaviour from CCleaner and more recently reported damaged systems plus the bundled installer junk are some of the reasons consumers and Microsoft have had enough.

    Interesting, whilst MS are doing this, they are effectively blaming someone else 'according to your images' it is "Your Administrator has blocked this action" which would be a lot of balls as you would presumably have Administrator privileges.   

    Why Microsoft didn't tell the truth and say that 'They' not 'Your' Administrator have blocked this.

    I personally am quite disappointed and ticked that a program I've used and trusted for years is garnering such negative and concerning attention.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 26, 2019, 09:51:41 PM
    Interesting and not so nice.
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/25/microsoft-blocks-official-ccleaner-domain-on-its-answers-site/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2019/09/25/microsoft-blocks-official-ccleaner-domain-on-its-answers-site/)
    Update:  The original report of a ban has now been retracted, with HTNovo now saying:CCleaner is not in any Microsoft Blacklist and there are no Blacklists regarding other domains in the official Microsoft forums
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on October 02, 2019, 05:07:38 AM
    AdBlocker for YouTube™ https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/adblock-for-youtube/?src=search

    Seems to work pretty well right now (until Google breaks it).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 02, 2019, 10:07:25 AM
    AdBlocker for YouTube™ https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/adblock-for-youtube/?src=search (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/adblock-for-youtube/?src=search)

    Seems to work pretty well right now (until Google breaks it).
    That's not nice, It cuts into my earnings. :)  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_7tv1ifz2xRfJo8-_FhVA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_7tv1ifz2xRfJo8-_FhVA)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 07, 2019, 08:38:02 AM
    No More Mixed Messages About HTTPS
    https://security.googleblog.com/2019/10/no-more-mixed-messages-about-https_3.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 08, 2019, 08:46:53 AM
    Adobe To Ban Users From Venezuela Due to U.S. Executive Order
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/adobe-to-ban-users-from-venezuela-due-to-us-executive-order/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Omid Farhang on October 16, 2019, 10:52:26 PM
    EU Parliament recommends Jabber instead of WhatsApp and checks signal
    The EU Parliament has reportedly screened the use of the messenger signal for MPs and is moving away from its WhatsApp recommendation.

    Is not it kinda weird?!
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 16, 2019, 11:03:07 PM
    We are starting to get away what this topic was designed to cover.
    There are topics for security related topics. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 22, 2019, 07:19:02 AM
    Firefox to get page translation feature, like Chrome
    https://www.zdnet.com/article/firefox-to-get-page-translation-feature-like-chrome/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 22, 2019, 03:54:42 PM
    Firefox to get page translation feature, like Chrome
    https://www.zdnet.com/article/firefox-to-get-page-translation-feature-like-chrome/ (https://www.zdnet.com/article/firefox-to-get-page-translation-feature-like-chrome/)
    About time. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 22, 2019, 07:39:55 PM
    Firefox to get page translation feature, like Chrome
    https://www.zdnet.com/article/firefox-to-get-page-translation-feature-like-chrome/ (https://www.zdnet.com/article/firefox-to-get-page-translation-feature-like-chrome/)
    About time. :)

    I currently achieve this via add-on (gtranslate) either translate the whole page or sections of a page.

    If I use the translate page, any subsequent links in that page will also be translated if you visit.  So no real hassle for me really as it is.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2019, 03:29:56 PM
    I've decided to go over to the dark side. :)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1571923326122-78811.png)
    https://www.askvg.com/tip-enable-dark-theme-mode-on-all-websites-in-google-chrome/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29 (https://www.askvg.com/tip-enable-dark-theme-mode-on-all-websites-in-google-chrome/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 24, 2019, 11:37:03 PM
    https://windowsreport.com/microsoft-edge-stable-download/ (https://windowsreport.com/microsoft-edge-stable-download/)
    I installed this tonight, running great and much faster than Edge classic...which I felt was faster than Chrome so it was good to see increased speed againPasswords and Favourites also transferred over without fault  :) No Translation app/extension available as of yet that I can find though everything else seems to be functioning well, AdGuard also working fine in the new browser 8)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1571952637777-72907.png)
    This works. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/google-translate/aapbdbdomjkkjkaonfhkkikfgjllcleb (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/google-translate/aapbdbdomjkkjkaonfhkkikfgjllcleb)
    I have several Chrome extensions added. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 25, 2019, 01:23:59 PM
    https://windowsreport.com/microsoft-edge-stable-download/ (https://windowsreport.com/microsoft-edge-stable-download/)
    I installed this tonight, running great and much faster than Edge classic...which I felt was faster than Chrome so it was good to see increased speed againPasswords and Favourites also transferred over without fault  :) No Translation app/extension available as of yet that I can find though everything else seems to be functioning well, AdGuard also working fine in the new browser 8)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1571952637777-72907.png)
    This works. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/google-translate/aapbdbdomjkkjkaonfhkkikfgjllcleb (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/google-translate/aapbdbdomjkkjkaonfhkkikfgjllcleb)
    I have several Chrome extensions added. :)

    Thanks for the link Bob :) A bit of a search around and I found out how to enable Microsoft Edge Translate https://winaero.com/blog/enable-translator-in-microsoft-edge-chromium/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 25, 2019, 02:27:25 PM
    I prefer the Google Translator. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 29, 2019, 12:16:52 PM
    Goodbye, Flash
    https://webmasters.googleblog.com/2019/10/goodbye-flash.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 04, 2019, 01:51:02 PM
    Upcoming changes to extension sideloading
    https://blog.mozilla.org/addons/2019/10/31/firefox-to-discontinue-sideloaded-extensions/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 05, 2019, 10:41:15 AM
    Restricting Notification Permission Prompts in Firefox
    https://blog.mozilla.org/futurereleases/2019/11/04/restricting-notification-permission-prompts-in-firefox/
    https://mozilla.report/post/projects/notification_permissions.kp/index.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 05, 2019, 09:28:28 PM

    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1572985663545-83411.png)
    https://docs.microsoft.com/answers/index.html (https://docs.microsoft.com/answers/index.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 18, 2019, 08:20:06 AM
    Microsoft is killing off its Cortana app for iOS and Android in January
    https://www.theverge.com/2019/11/16/20967875/microsoft-cortana-ios-android-app-removal-countries-support-document
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on November 20, 2019, 05:52:12 AM
    Upgrade to Windows 10 free, here's how (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/upgrade-to-windows-10-free-heres-how/?ftag=CAD3c77551&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992)


    I've not done this yet but plan to after making a current system image of my Win 7 system. If anyone else wants to try it, I'd recommend downloading the entire program rather than upgrading your existing installation. Somehow, upgraded OS's seem to be more problematic.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 20, 2019, 01:43:45 PM
    Upgrade to Windows 10 free, here's how (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/upgrade-to-windows-10-free-heres-how/?ftag=CAD3c77551&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992)


    I've not done this yet but plan to after making a current system image of my Win 7 system. If anyone else wants to try it, I'd recommend downloading the entire program rather than upgrading your existing installation. Somehow, upgraded OS's seem to be more problematic.
    There is a Windows 10 thread. :) Information might be more helpful there.
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=156141.0
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on November 21, 2019, 05:32:43 AM
    Upgrade to Windows 10 free, here's how (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/upgrade-to-windows-10-free-heres-how/?ftag=CAD3c77551&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992)


    I've not done this yet but plan to after making a current system image of my Win 7 system. If anyone else wants to try it, I'd recommend downloading the entire program rather than upgrading your existing installation. Somehow, upgraded OS's seem to be more problematic.
    There is a Windows 10 thread. :) Information might be more helpful there.
    https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=156141.0

    Yes, you're right. If a mod wants to move it, that's fine.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 21, 2019, 08:35:58 AM
    uBlock Origin Now Blocks Sneaky First-Party Trackers in Firefox
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ublock-origin-now-blocks-sneaky-first-party-trackers-in-firefox/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 26, 2019, 11:26:52 AM
    Mozilla Firefox 72 Nightly now blocks Fingerprinting Scripts by default
    https://techdows.com/2019/11/mozilla-firefox-72-nightly-now-blocks-fingerprinting-scripts-by-default.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 10, 2019, 06:25:43 AM
    Someone found a way to bypass Windows 7 Extended Security Updates checks
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 10, 2019, 02:08:30 PM
    Someone found a way to bypass Windows 7 Extended Security Updates checks
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/)
    Looks like a security item to me.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 10, 2019, 02:18:15 PM
    Someone found a way to bypass Windows 7 Extended Security Updates checks
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/)
    Looks like a security item to me.
    Nope.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 10, 2019, 02:19:55 PM
    Someone found a way to bypass Windows 7 Extended Security Updates checks
    https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2019/12/07/someone-found-a-way-to-bypass-windows-7-extended-security-updates-checks/)
    Looks like a security item to me.
    Nope.
    If you look at the entries in this thread, they aren't usually your one liners. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 12, 2019, 08:37:44 AM
    “Aw Snap!” Crash Makes a Comeback in Chrome 79
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/-aw-snap-crash-makes-a-comeback-in-chrome-79/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 12, 2019, 03:52:23 PM
    “Aw Snap!” Crash Makes a Comeback in Chrome 79
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/-aw-snap-crash-makes-a-comeback-in-chrome-79/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/-aw-snap-crash-makes-a-comeback-in-chrome-79/)
    Keep your software updated and you don't have that problem.
    Even better stop using Symantec and change to Avast. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 24, 2019, 03:21:38 PM

    XnShell - Explorer shell extension for viewing and
    performing various operations on image files.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1577196710478-36421.png)
    More information and download links -> https://newsgroup.xnview.com/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=19027 (https://newsgroup.xnview.com/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=19027)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 25, 2019, 04:37:51 PM

    FreeVimager - Image Viewer and Editor
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1577287843476-17369.png)
    Information - > https://www.contaware.com/freevimager.html (https://www.contaware.com/freevimager.html)
    Download - >    https://www.contaware.com/download.html (https://www.contaware.com/download.html)
    Clean, easy to use and free. (Donations accepted.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 25, 2019, 04:42:59 PM
    Thanks for sharing Bob, but I prefer IrfanView. 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 30, 2019, 02:01:35 PM
    Firefox Announces New Partner in Delivering Private and Secure DNS Services to Users
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/12/17/firefox-announces-new-partner-in-delivering-private-and-secure-dns-services-to-users/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on December 30, 2019, 03:16:30 PM
    How2 Enable Real Working Search Box on New Tab Page in Google Chrome
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1577715247031-1549.png)
    Directions (https://www.askvg.com/tip-enable-real-working-search-box-on-new-tab-page-in-google-chrome/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 30, 2019, 05:40:06 PM
    Firefox Announces New Partner in Delivering Private and Secure DNS Services to Users
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2019/12/17/firefox-announces-new-partner-in-delivering-private-and-secure-dns-services-to-users/

    I wonder if/how this might impact the Avast HTTPS scanning ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 05, 2020, 10:53:39 AM
    Microsoft Products Reaching End of Life in 2020
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-products-reaching-end-of-life-in-2020/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 15, 2020, 01:44:38 PM
    Block 3rd party cookies in Chrome and other (Chromium based) Browsers
    Use the following in the address bar:
    chrome://settings/content/cookies
    Follow this:
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1579091728046-20970.png)


    This also works in the Avast Secure browser just change what you type in the address bar to this,
    secure://settings/content/cookies

    This should work in many Chromium based browsers with slight modifications.
    In the new Edge (Chromium based) Browser, use the following,
    edge://settings/content/cookies
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 15, 2020, 02:25:10 PM

    Need something more than Task Manager?
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1579094664575-63189.png)
    Here's a full featured Task Manager replacement.
    Its lightweight, portable, with many enhancements.
    More information, https://www.mitec.cz/tmx.html

    Download 32 bit, https://www.mitec.cz/Downloads/TMX.zip

    Download 64 bit, https://www.mitec.cz/Downloads/TMX64.zip
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 16, 2020, 08:15:39 AM
    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2020, 09:55:55 AM
    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/)
    Not much sense in posting links that result in the following,
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1579164831869-84846.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 16, 2020, 10:02:19 AM
    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/

    I wish I could not only stop this update but completely remove the existing Edge browser.

    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/)

    Not much sense in posting links that result in the following,
    <snip image>

    No problem here with the link.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2020, 10:09:10 AM
    Wonder if it could be the result of using the VPN?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 16, 2020, 10:44:30 AM
    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/
    I wish I could not only stop this update but completely remove the existing Edge browser.
    Hi Dave, agreed - but I doubt the guys in Redmond are planning to offer this option. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 16, 2020, 10:54:22 AM
    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/)

    I wish I could not only stop this update but completely remove the existing Edge browser.

    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/)

    Not much sense in posting links that result in the following,
    <snip image>

    No problem here with the link.
    What's your objection to the Browser?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: digmor crusher on January 16, 2020, 07:37:52 PM
    I downloaded the new Edge yesterday, I really like it, faster than both Chrome and Firefox on my computer.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on January 16, 2020, 08:00:36 PM
    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/)

    I wish I could not only stop this update but completely remove the existing Edge browser.

    Microsoft's New Edge Browser Released, What You Need to Know
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsofts-new-edge-browser-released-what-you-need-to-know/)

    Not much sense in posting links that result in the following,
    <snip image>

    No problem here with the link.
    What's your objection to the Browser?

    My take on the new edge, is just another chromium based browser and I think you know my feelings on Google Chrome.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 17, 2020, 06:53:06 AM
    Building a more private web: A path towards making third party cookies obsolete
    https://blog.chromium.org/2020/01/building-more-private-web-path-towards.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 23, 2020, 03:35:56 PM
    LaunchBar Commander - Worth a look
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1579789798637-59185.png)
    More information and download https://www.donationcoder.com/software/mouser/popular-apps/launchbar-commander (https://www.donationcoder.com/software/mouser/popular-apps/launchbar-commander)
    I've downloaded and am using the portable version (portable.zip).
    Great addition to Windows 10.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 30, 2020, 05:02:08 AM
    Thunderbird’s New Home
    https://blog.thunderbird.net/2020/01/thunderbirds-new-home/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2020, 04:21:55 PM
    Debotnet another Security tool worth checking out

    This is a free and portable tool for controlling Windows 10's
    many privacy-related settings and keep your personal data private.
    More information - http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet (http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1580570341578-9106.png)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1580570582185-57346.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 01, 2020, 05:27:07 PM
    Debotnet another Security tool worth checking out

    This is a free and portable tool for controlling Windows 10's
    many privacy-related settings and keep your personal data private.
    More information - http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet (http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet)
    <snip images>


    Do you not think this is a little early in its life - Debotnet 0.5.2 Stable ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2020, 05:38:53 PM
    Debotnet another Security tool worth checking out

    This is a free and portable tool for controlling Windows 10's
    many privacy-related settings and keep your personal data private.
    More information - http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet (http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet)
    <snip images>


    Do you not think this is a little early in its life - Debotnet 0.5.2 Stable ?
    For testing purposes, no. It does offer quite a few features not easily accessible elsewhere. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 01, 2020, 05:42:01 PM
    Debotnet another Security tool worth checking out

    This is a free and portable tool for controlling Windows 10's
    many privacy-related settings and keep your personal data private.
    More information - http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet (http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet)
    <snip images>


    Do you not think this is a little early in its life - Debotnet 0.5.2 Stable ?
    For testing purposes, no. It does offer quite a few features not easily accessible elsewhere. 

    I think that caution is warranted on who uses it and users backup before making any changes so a recovery can be effected.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 01, 2020, 05:47:21 PM
    Debotnet another Security tool worth checking out

    This is a free and portable tool for controlling Windows 10's
    many privacy-related settings and keep your personal data private.
    More information - http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet (http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet)
    <snip images>


    Do you not think this is a little early in its life - Debotnet 0.5.2 Stable ?
    For testing purposes, no. It does offer quite a few features not easily accessible elsewhere. 

    I think that caution is warranted on who uses it and users backup before making any changes so a recovery can be effected.
    That caution is something that should apply to any program that can make major changes to your operating system.
    This would be one of those programs that require a way back if something goes wrong.
    I have Rollback RX and if that doesn't work, there's the image backup. Follow the scout motto and always be prepared.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 01, 2020, 05:55:48 PM
    Debotnet another Security tool worth checking out

    This is a free and portable tool for controlling Windows 10's
    many privacy-related settings and keep your personal data private.
    More information - http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet (http://www.mirinsoft.com/ms-apps/debotnet)
    <snip images>


    Do you not think this is a little early in its life - Debotnet 0.5.2 Stable ?
    For testing purposes, no. It does offer quite a few features not easily accessible elsewhere. 

    I think that caution is warranted on who uses it and users backup before making any changes so a recovery can be effected.
    That caution is something that should apply to any program that can make major changes to your operating system.
    This would be one of those programs that require a way back if something goes wrong.
    I have Rollback RX and if that doesn't work, there's the image backup. Follow the scout motto and always be prepared.

    I'm aware that you have a robust backup and recovery strategy in place, as you know I also apply.  My words of caution are for others that don't have such a strategy in place, who may read the topic and post.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 06, 2020, 03:59:25 PM

    DeepL (https://www.deepl.com/en/translator) - A program worth checking out.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1580999898157-48172.png)
    DeepL (https://www.deepl.com/en/translator) Translator - for Windows   
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1581000198234-23240.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 09, 2020, 08:09:05 AM
    Protecting users from insecure downloads in Google Chrome
    https://security.googleblog.com/2020/02/protecting-users-from-insecure_6.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Pondus on February 10, 2020, 10:56:01 PM
    Windows 7 Users Suddenly Can't Shut Down Their PCs
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-7-users-suddenly-cant-shut-down-their-pcs-how-to-fix/

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 10, 2020, 11:12:27 PM
    Windows 7 Users Suddenly Can't Shut Down Their PCs
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-7-users-suddenly-cant-shut-down-their-pcs-how-to-fix/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-7-users-suddenly-cant-shut-down-their-pcs-how-to-fix/)
    This will probably also work for those running Windows 7
    Windows 10 Shutdown Desktop Shortcut
    https://youtu.be/XC_dQ6pI8FY (https://youtu.be/XC_dQ6pI8FY)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 14, 2020, 07:02:29 AM
    Mozilla Firefox to Support Chrome's Image Lazy Loading Feature
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-to-support-chromes-image-lazy-loading-feature/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 14, 2020, 04:06:43 PM
    Mozilla Firefox to Support Chrome's Image Lazy Loading Feature
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-to-support-chromes-image-lazy-loading-feature/

    Welcome news for those who don't have a fast internet connection, but for me I doubt it will make much difference.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 21, 2020, 07:16:02 AM
    Google adds a security warning for people using Microsoft Edge
    https://www.windowslatest.com/2020/02/20/microsoft-edge-chrome-store-warning/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 21, 2020, 11:25:05 AM
    Google adds a security warning for people using Microsoft Edge
    https://www.windowslatest.com/2020/02/20/microsoft-edge-chrome-store-warning/ (https://www.windowslatest.com/2020/02/20/microsoft-edge-chrome-store-warning/)
    Payback is a bitch. The consumer as always winds up as the looser.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 24, 2020, 05:59:32 AM
    Privacy Concerns Raised Over New Google Chrome Feature
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/privacy-concerns-raised-over-new-google-chrome-feature/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 26, 2020, 07:37:57 AM
    uBlock Origin Now Blocks Sneaky First-Party Trackers in Firefox
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ublock-origin-now-blocks-sneaky-first-party-trackers-in-firefox/
    UBlock Origin v1.25 introduces First-Party Tracker blocking Exclusively for Firefox [Not available in Chrome]
    https://techdows.com/2020/02/ublock-origin-v1-25-introduces-first-party-tracker-blocking-exclusively-for-firefox-not-available-in-chrome.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 29, 2020, 06:56:38 AM
    Firefox continues push to bring DNS over HTTPS by default for US users
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/02/25/firefox-continues-push-to-bring-dns-over-https-by-default-for-us-users/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 29, 2020, 10:26:28 AM
    Firefox continues push to bring DNS over HTTPS by default for US users
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/02/25/firefox-continues-push-to-bring-dns-over-https-by-default-for-us-users/

    Interesting, at least there is an option for users outside of the US, manually change the settings and that it could well be expanded to other countries.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 04, 2020, 10:15:39 AM
    Protecting users from potentially unwanted applications in Microsoft Edge
    https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2020/02/27/protecting-users-potentially-unwanted-apps/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 04, 2020, 04:19:04 PM
    Firefox continues push to bring DNS over HTTPS by default for US users
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/02/25/firefox-continues-push-to-bring-dns-over-https-by-default-for-us-users/ (https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/02/25/firefox-continues-push-to-bring-dns-over-https-by-default-for-us-users/)

    Interesting, at least there is an option for users outside of the US, manually change the settings and that it could well be expanded to other countries.
    It's easy enough to do in Chrome and Chromium based browsers.
    https://winaero.com/blog/enable-dns-over-https-in-chrome-doh/ (https://winaero.com/blog/enable-dns-over-https-in-chrome-doh/)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 04, 2020, 04:29:10 PM
    For the Avast Secure Browser simply type the following in the address bar:
    secure://flags/#dns-over-https and select enable. Restart the browser  for it to take effect.


    For the new Edge browser, use the following:
    edge://flags/#dns-over-https
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 05, 2020, 08:39:46 AM
    Announcing PowerShell 7.0
    https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/announcing-powershell-7-0/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on March 06, 2020, 03:19:44 AM
    Microsoft Edge privacy settings to change right away (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/microsoft-edge-privacy-settings-to-change-right-away/?ftag=CAD3c77551&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992&mid=12731823)

    Quote
    Microsoft's brand-new Edge browser lets you control how much data you share when browsing.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 07, 2020, 05:19:53 PM
    Some computer history.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1583597885397-40583.png) (https://youtu.be/41U78QP8nBk)
    https://youtu.be/41U78QP8nBk (https://youtu.be/41U78QP8nBk)
    For many of you, this could be considered ancient history. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on March 07, 2020, 06:12:45 PM
    Some computer history.
    <snip image> (https://youtu.be/41U78QP8nBk)
    https://youtu.be/41U78QP8nBk (https://youtu.be/41U78QP8nBk)
    For many of you, this could be considered ancient history. :)

    One of the last tasks I carried out in the Army was as part of a team we replaced an ICL 2900 Mainframe computer (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ICL_2900_Series) with A Hewlett Packard PC.  And some would also consider that ancient history ;

    This was in Hong Kong in 1993 and the ICL 2900 was in a very big temperature controlled computer room.  That single Main Frame computer has 6 linked storage devices (memory banks) with massive platters (6 big discs drives).  I was just blown away by all of this being replaced by a PC (a powerful one though) that was infinitely more powerful.

    That computer room was pretty popular in the heat of Hong Kong. 

    Our team was out there for 30 days and had only two days off in that time, so we didn't get to see much of Hong Kong, fortunately I had been out there before for 10 days.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 08, 2020, 10:18:32 AM
    Chrome and Firefox Extension Lets You View Deleted Web Pages
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/chrome-and-firefox-extension-lets-you-view-deleted-web-pages/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: goldmincer on March 12, 2020, 06:31:52 AM
    Avast disables JavaScript engine in its antivirus following major bug
    https://www.zdnet.com/article/avast-disables-javascript-engine-in-its-antivirus-following-major-bug/ (https://www.zdnet.com/article/avast-disables-javascript-engine-in-its-antivirus-following-major-bug/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 13, 2020, 07:52:10 AM
    Announcing mobile first indexing for the whole web
    https://webmasters.googleblog.com/2020/03/announcing-mobile-first-indexing-for.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 20, 2020, 07:26:07 AM
    Upcoming Chrome and Chrome OS releases
    https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2020/03/upcoming-chrome-and-chrome-os-releases.html

    Due to adjusted work schedules at this time, we are pausing upcoming Chrome and Chrome OS releases.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 26, 2020, 11:28:46 AM
    Firefox 76 gets optional HTTPS-only mode
    https://www.ghacks.net/2020/03/24/firefox-76-gets-optional-https-only-mode/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 31, 2020, 08:00:35 AM
    Microsoft Edge to Warn Of Credentials Leaked in Data Breaches
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-edge-to-warn-of-credentials-leaked-in-data-breaches/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 31, 2020, 02:30:33 PM
    Microsoft Edge to Warn Of Credentials Leaked in Data Breaches
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-edge-to-warn-of-credentials-leaked-in-data-breaches/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-edge-to-warn-of-credentials-leaked-in-data-breaches/)
    Chrome has been doing this for some time already.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 09, 2020, 02:52:34 PM
    What is Firefox Default Browser Agent and how to disable it?
    https://techdows.com/2020/04/what-is-firefox-default-browser-agent-and-how-to-disable-it.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 09, 2020, 08:47:53 PM
    What is Firefox Default Browser Agent and how to disable it?
    https://techdows.com/2020/04/what-is-firefox-default-browser-agent-and-how-to-disable-it.html

    I rather doubt that they would ask first before harvesting data, they're all bloody at it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 15, 2020, 08:02:29 AM
    YouTube borked when users enable Firefox anti-fingerprinting
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/youtube-borked-when-users-enable-firefox-anti-fingerprinting/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 23, 2020, 05:26:54 PM

    Shutter Encoder
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1587655274606-20700.png)
    Video editors, photo editors, converters, etc
    https://www.shutterencoder.com/en/ (https://www.shutterencoder.com/en/)
    (Donation not required, set slider to 0)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 28, 2020, 06:48:26 AM
    Twitter kills SMS-based tweeting in most countries
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/twitter-kills-sms-based-tweeting-in-most-countries/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on May 01, 2020, 06:13:31 AM
    How to use Google Meet, a free Zoom video chat rival (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-use-google-meet-a-free-zoom-video-chat-rival/?ftag=CAD1acfa04&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992&mid=12813995&cid=1499710545)

    (Will be a free service soon.)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 01, 2020, 01:52:00 PM
    How to use Google Meet, a free Zoom video chat rival (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-use-google-meet-a-free-zoom-video-chat-rival/?ftag=CAD1acfa04&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992&mid=12813995&cid=1499710545)

    (Will be a free service soon.)
    Still waiting. :)
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1588333889409-33316.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 04, 2020, 11:08:49 PM
    A web service that I learned about today during the Tech for Seniors (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg1545459#msg1545459) meeting is:
    https://www.lunapic.com/ (https://www.lunapic.com/)
    I tried the ART section which is supposed to turn a picture into a work of art.
    I think I didn't do something right.
    (https://screencast-o-matic.com/screenshots/u/Lh/1588623945699-30126.png)
    Maybe you can do better?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 05, 2020, 01:14:18 AM
    A web service that I learned about today during the Tech for Seniors (https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=78426.msg1545459#msg1545459) meeting is:
    https://www.lunapic.com/ (https://www.lunapic.com/)
    I tried the ART section which is supposed to turn a picture into a work of art.
    I think I didn't do something right.
    <snip caricature>
    Maybe you can do better?

    Well art is subjective :)
    This is more of a caricature.

    Quote from: extract of a search on caricature
    a picture, description, or imitation of a person in which certain striking characteristics are exaggerated in order to create a comic or grotesque effect.

    Seems like they succeeded in the latter :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 20, 2020, 07:23:40 AM
    Google rolls out new Enhanced Safe Browsing security feature
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-rolls-out-new-enhanced-safe-browsing-security-feature/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 02, 2020, 11:40:16 AM
    Firefox now shows Refresh option in its Uninstaller
    https://techdows.com/2020/06/firefox-uninstall-refresh-firefox.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 06, 2020, 08:25:34 AM
    Labeling State-Controlled Media On Facebook
    https://about.fb.com/news/2020/06/labeling-state-controlled-media/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 07, 2020, 10:17:51 AM
    Avoiding Unexpected Navigation
    https://textslashplain.com/2020/06/03/avoiding-unexpected-navigation/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 09, 2020, 11:59:30 AM
    Protecting People From Imposter Domain Names
    https://about.fb.com/news/2020/06/imposter-domain-names/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on June 11, 2020, 06:03:41 AM
    Google Meet vs. Hangouts (https://www.cnet.com/news/google-meet-vs-hangouts-main-differences-between-the-video-chat-services/?ftag=CAD1acfa04&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992&mid=12873749&cid=1499710545)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 11, 2020, 02:06:03 PM
    Google Meet vs. Hangouts (https://www.cnet.com/news/google-meet-vs-hangouts-main-differences-between-the-video-chat-services/?ftag=CAD1acfa04&bhid=20265061282590127042076844046992&mid=12873749&cid=1499710545)
    Both are still lightweights compared to the features available in ZOOM :)
    ZOOM is also light on system resources and easy to use for participants.



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 24, 2020, 10:21:07 AM
    VirusTotal Adds Cynet's Artificial Intelligence-Based Malware Detection
    https://thehackernews.com/2020/06/virustotal-cynet-malware-detection.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 28, 2020, 12:53:01 PM
    Microsoft quietly created a Windows 10 File Recovery tool, how to use
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-quietly-created-a-windows-10-file-recovery-tool-how-to-use/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 30, 2020, 08:36:55 AM
    Comcast’s Xfinity Internet Service Joins Firefox’s Trusted Recursive Resolver Program
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/06/25/comcasts-xfinity-internet-service-joins-firefoxs-trusted-recursive-resolver-program/
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/06/26/more-details-on-comcast-as-a-trusted-recursive-resolver/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 09, 2020, 12:12:50 PM
    Toward trusted sensing for the cloud: Introducing Project Freta
    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/blog/toward-trusted-sensing-for-the-cloud-introducing-project-freta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 12, 2020, 07:58:12 AM
    Reducing TLS Certificate Lifespans to 398 Days
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2020/07/09/reducing-tls-certificate-lifespans-to-398-days/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 18, 2020, 11:59:13 AM
    Microsoft releases open-source Linux version of Procmon tool
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-open-source-linux-version-of-procmon-tool/
    https://github.com/microsoft/ProcMon-for-Linux
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 21, 2020, 10:02:34 AM
    10B
    https://www.troyhunt.com/10b/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 21, 2020, 04:02:51 PM
    10B
    https://www.troyhunt.com/10b/ (https://www.troyhunt.com/10b/)
    No room in the Security topics?
    This topic has totally strayed from it's actual beginning.
    One liners or headlines where never it's intended subject matter. Thanks
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rocksteady on July 21, 2020, 06:54:23 PM
    This topic has totally strayed from it's actual beginning.
    I have to agree with bob on this.
    The one liners here do not seem to advise on Interesting Software and Systems, which I believe to be wider than just security software and vulnerabilities.
    I also have to say the "Technical" thread has also become similarly restricted. IMO.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 21, 2020, 07:18:08 PM
    This topic has totally strayed from it's actual beginning.
    I have to agree with bob on this.
    The one liners here do not seem to advise on Interesting Software and Systems, which I believe to be wider than just security software and vulnerabilities.
    I also have to say the "Technical" thread has also become similarly restricted. IMO.
    IMHO, quantity is not and has never been a substitute for quality and detailed information.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Bert Hick on July 23, 2020, 08:47:17 PM

    Elon Musk says Neuralink chip will let you stream music into your brain

    https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 23, 2020, 10:36:37 PM
    Not sure if this is even close to being On Topic - Interesting Software and System News

    Elon Musk says Neuralink chip will let you stream music into your brain

    https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/

    I would take what Elon Musk says with a very large pinch of salt.  Easy to say futuristic cr4p like this as it is unlikely to come to fruition in my lifetime, not that I would ever fancy having a neuralink fitted if it were.  The IOT things presents many security issues since this brainwave (excuse the pun) came to fruition.  God knows what could be uploaded to your neuralink or its security/privacy issues.

    Even if this does come to fruition I'm sure there will be many hoops to jump through before it would be allowed to be implanted/used.

    OH wasn't there a neuraling sort of gismo in the film Kingsmen that had every ones head exploding :)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4

    No Thanks Elon Musk.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 23, 2020, 11:06:25 PM
    Not sure if this is even close to being On Topic - Interesting Software and System News

    Elon Musk says Neuralink chip will let you stream music into your brain

    https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/ (https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/)

    I would take what Elon Musk says with a very large pinch of salt.  Easy to say futuristic cr4p like this as it is unlikely to come to fruition in my lifetime, not that I would ever fancy having a neuralink fitted if it were.  The IOT things presents many security issues since this brainwave (excuse the pun) came to fruition.  God knows what could be uploaded to your neuralink or its security/privacy issues.

    Even if this does come to fruition I'm sure there will be many hoops to jump through before it would be allowed to be implanted/used.

    OH wasn't there a neuraling sort of gismo in the film Kingsmen that had every ones head exploding :)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4)

    No Thanks Elon Musk.
    To me this sounds like a possible great advance for those severely hearing impaired.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 24, 2020, 12:50:57 AM
    Not sure if this is even close to being On Topic - Interesting Software and System News

    Elon Musk says Neuralink chip will let you stream music into your brain

    https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/ (https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/)

    I would take what Elon Musk says with a very large pinch of salt.  Easy to say futuristic cr4p like this as it is unlikely to come to fruition in my lifetime, not that I would ever fancy having a neuralink fitted if it were.  The IOT things presents many security issues since this brainwave (excuse the pun) came to fruition.  God knows what could be uploaded to your neuralink or its security/privacy issues.

    Even if this does come to fruition I'm sure there will be many hoops to jump through before it would be allowed to be implanted/used.

    OH wasn't there a neuraling sort of gismo in the film Kingsmen that had every ones head exploding :)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4)

    No Thanks Elon Musk.
    To me this sounds like a possible great advance for those severely hearing impaired.

    Doesn't the cochlear implant already do that ?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 24, 2020, 01:19:45 PM
    Not sure if this is even close to being On Topic - Interesting Software and System News

    Elon Musk says Neuralink chip will let you stream music into your brain

    https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/ (https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/elon-musk-says-neuralink-chip-will-stream-music-into-your-brain/)

    I would take what Elon Musk says with a very large pinch of salt.  Easy to say futuristic cr4p like this as it is unlikely to come to fruition in my lifetime, not that I would ever fancy having a neuralink fitted if it were.  The IOT things presents many security issues since this brainwave (excuse the pun) came to fruition.  God knows what could be uploaded to your neuralink or its security/privacy issues.

    Even if this does come to fruition I'm sure there will be many hoops to jump through before it would be allowed to be implanted/used.

    OH wasn't there a neuraling sort of gismo in the film Kingsmen that had every ones head exploding :)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1jf2hOkec4)

    No Thanks Elon Musk.
    To me this sounds like a possible great advance for those severely hearing impaired.

    Doesn't the cochlear implant already do that ?
    One has to do with the auditory nerve. Musk's would bypass that all together.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rocksteady on July 24, 2020, 05:40:07 PM
    ...Even if this does come to fruition I'm sure there will be many hoops to jump through before it would be allowed to be implanted/used.
    @DavidR. "BBC Tomorrows World" come to mind?
    This is a proper example of Interesting Software and Systems News.
    Never say never.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 30, 2020, 04:18:39 PM
    This may be of help to those using Firefox.
    Fix Mozilla Firefox Slow Loading and Crashing Problems by Clearing Startup Cache.
    Details here,
    https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 30, 2020, 04:33:22 PM
    This may be of help to those using Firefox.
    Fix Mozilla Firefox Slow Loading and Crashing Problems by Clearing Startup Cache.
    Details here,
    https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29 (https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    Problems your your font size again, size 2px and not size 2, I modified the quoted text
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on July 30, 2020, 04:49:37 PM
    This may be of help to those using Firefox.
    Fix Mozilla Firefox Slow Loading and Crashing Problems by Clearing Startup Cache.
    Details here,
    https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29 (https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    Problems your your font size again, size 2px and not size 2, I modified the quoted text
    For me, font size is 10 and It's showing up fine?
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/07/30/14/50/cYiv2KEJef/preview.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on July 30, 2020, 04:55:59 PM
    This may be of help to those using Firefox.
    Fix Mozilla Firefox Slow Loading and Crashing Problems by Clearing Startup Cache.
    Details here,
    https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29 (https://www.askvg.com/fix-mozilla-firefox-slow-loading-and-crashing-problems-by-clearing-startup-cache/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+AskVG+%28AskVG%29)

    Problems your your font size again, size 2px and not size 2, I modified the quoted text
    For me, font size is 10 and It's showing up fine?
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/07/30/14/50/cYiv2KEJef/preview.jpg)

    Believe me the original wasn't, I change the quoted text, but you have since changed the original (after my post) and that looks fine.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Simion on August 01, 2020, 10:23:40 AM
    How to improve your privacy in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge and Brave (https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-improve-browser-privacy-in-chrome-safari-firefox-edge-brave/)

    Edited to remove tagging from hyperlink. Sorry guys. :-[
    @rocksteady
      You should always hover over any link or hyperlink before clicking, anyway. As we see here, the destination can be easily modified.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: rocksteady on August 01, 2020, 10:31:25 AM
    @Simion,
    Links like yours above that only show a title but not the destination webpage (unless you mouse hover) are not nice.
    Prefer this:
    https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-improve-browser-privacy-in-chrome-safari-firefox-edge-brave

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 01, 2020, 11:05:48 AM
    @Simion,
    Links like yours above that only show a title but not the destination webpage (unless you mouse hover) are not nice.
    Prefer this:
    https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-improve-browser-privacy-in-chrome-safari-firefox-edge-brave

    Hovering the mouse over the text shows the underlying link.

    But what I don't like about that link is all of the tag cr4p after it.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 05, 2020, 10:45:33 AM
    Latest Firefox rolls out Enhanced Tracking Protection 2.0; blocking redirect trackers by default
    https://blog.mozilla.org/blog/2020/08/04/latest-firefox-rolls-out-enhanced-tracking-protection-2-0-blocking-redirect-trackers-by-default/
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2020/08/04/firefox-79-includes-protections-against-redirect-tracking/
    https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Firefox/Privacy/Redirect_Tracking_Protection
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 09, 2020, 02:45:52 PM
    Drive and Listen
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/08/09/12/57/cYjQlPGbKP/preview.jpg)
    https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/ (https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/)
    Seems to work best in Firefox.Also working in the Avast Secure Browser
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 09, 2020, 03:49:36 PM
    Sunrise 8-9-2020
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/08/09/13/48/cYjQIJGbLh/preview.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 09, 2020, 04:23:50 PM
    Drive and Listen
    <snip image>
    https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/ (https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/)
    Seems to work best in Firefox.Also working in the Avast Secure Browser


    Not sure what we are supposed to see & hear, all I saw was static (like white noise image simulation).  Had to disable uMatrix add-on in Firefox before I could see it.  Weird when you increase traffic speed to x2.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 09, 2020, 04:36:11 PM
    You took a screenshot from an early post. I've revised it. Please take another look.
    Drive and Listen
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/08/09/12/57/cYjQlPGbKP/preview.jpg)
    https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/ (https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/)
    Seems to work best in Firefox.Also working in the Avast Secure Browser

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 09, 2020, 04:46:43 PM
    You took a screenshot from an early post. I've revised it. Please take another look.
    Drive and Listen
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/08/09/12/57/cYjQlPGbKP/preview.jpg)
    https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/ (https://driveandlisten.herokuapp.com/)
    Seems to work best in Firefox.Also working in the Avast Secure Browser


    OK that works with Firefox and uMatrix enabled (and uTube iframe enabled) once the country is selected.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 09, 2020, 05:08:11 PM
    Those two options must be enabled by default since I haven't made any changes to Firefox.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 09, 2020, 06:33:49 PM
    Those two options must be enabled by default since I haven't made any changes to Firefox.

    It also depends on what your Firefox settings for Privacy & Protection, mine are on the Standard setting. It also depends on what security add-ons you have installed, I have uBlock Origin and uMatrix, which blocks 3rd party iFrames by default.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 18, 2020, 02:17:52 PM
    Start your Own Daily News Paper
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/08/18/12/08/cYjFljGNN5/preview.jpg) (https://bit.ly/Bob3160)
    A tool available totally free from https://paper.li/ (https://paper.li/)
    You can look at the paper I've created via https://bit.ly/Bob3160
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 16, 2020, 03:02:19 PM
    Trying out a new toy.
    Screen capture, file sharing and productivity tool

    ShareX - https://getsharex.com/
    (https://i.imgur.com/liKpR7Im.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/liKpR7I.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 16, 2020, 04:23:03 PM
    Trying out a new toy.
    Screen capture, file sharing and productivity tool

    ShareX - https://getsharex.com/
    (https://i.imgur.com/liKpR7Im.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/liKpR7I.png)


    Interesting.

    Perhaps a few days late for me, I have just managed to get my old version of SnagIt and managed to recover license.  The latest version was £45.71 one off payment.  Having already made that one of payment many years ago, so I didn't want to repeat that purchase.  When my XP system went down (I still haven't got round to finding the problem) I have used several free screen capture apps, none really a patch on snagit.

    I managed to have TechSmith Support do a search on my old email address (no longer active) for my license and they found it.  What surprised me was SnagIt 10.1 works on Win10.  The last supported version reported on the site is, 13 May 2014: Snagit v12.0.0.  So version 10.1 is even older.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 16, 2020, 05:55:12 PM
    Trying out a new toy.
    Screen capture, file sharing and productivity tool

    ShareX - https://getsharex.com/ (https://getsharex.com/)
    (https://i.imgur.com/liKpR7Im.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/liKpR7I.png)


    Interesting.

    Perhaps a few days late for me, I have just managed to get my old version of SnagIt and managed to recover license.  The latest version was £45.71 one off payment.  Having already made that one of payment many years ago, so I didn't want to repeat that purchase.  When my XP system went down (I still haven't got round to finding the problem) I have used several free screen capture apps, none really a patch on snagit.

    I managed to have TechSmith Support do a search on my old email address (no longer active) for my license and they found it.  What surprised me was SnagIt 10.1 works on Win10.  The last supported version reported on the site is, 13 May 2014: Snagit v12.0.0.  So version 10.1 is even older.
    The one I suggested is free. Adding it to your arsenal doesn't deplete your bankaccount. :)
    By the way, the program also generated the code to simply post on the forum that shows you the small image in the forum with access to the full image.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 16, 2020, 05:58:08 PM
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/09/16/15/57/cYQDoPJapw/preview.jpg)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 16, 2020, 06:50:16 PM
    <snip quotes>
    The one I suggested is free. Adding it to your arsenal doesn't deplete your bankaccount. :)
    By the way, the program also generated the code to simply post on the forum that shows you the small image in the forum with access to the full image.

    Yes that may be the case, but I got really familiar/comfortable with SnagIt over the many years I have used it.  A bit like an old pair of comfortable slippers, you don't want to through them away :)

    Having managed to get TechSmith to find my old license, I was able to install the 10.0.2 version and from there I was able to update at a reduced price.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 21, 2020, 01:25:33 PM
    uMatrix development has ended
    https://www.ghacks.net/2020/09/20/umatrix-development-has-ended/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 21, 2020, 06:11:07 PM
    uMatrix development has ended
    https://www.ghacks.net/2020/09/20/umatrix-development-has-ended/

    That is a shame, but those using it can continue using it, but no further updates, which isn't too bad.

    I would certainly find an off-line installer that was mentioned, should you ever need to install it from scratch.

    EDIT: Found a source https://github.com/gorhill/uMatrix/releases/tag/1.4.0 you need to save as to get the .xpi file.  There are other beta builds and developer stuff but this was the last regular release version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: alanb on September 22, 2020, 01:07:51 PM

    EDIT: Found a source https://github.com/gorhill/uMatrix/releases/tag/1.4.0 you need to save as to get the .xpi file.  There are other beta builds and developer stuff but this was the last regular release version.

    Caveat: the version linked above can only be installed in Firefox Developer/Nightly.

    The official version (hosted on AMO) is: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/umatrix/ (https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/umatrix/).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 22, 2020, 06:02:36 PM

    EDIT: Found a source https://github.com/gorhill/uMatrix/releases/tag/1.4.0 you need to save as to get the .xpi file.  There are other beta builds and developer stuff but this was the last regular release version.

    Caveat: the version linked above can only be installed in Firefox Developer/Nightly.

    The official version (hosted on AMO) is: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/umatrix/ (https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/umatrix/).

    It appears to be the same version, 1.4.0 and if you already have it installed the Mozilla  only gives the option to remove (if you were hoping to preserve a copy).
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: alanb on September 23, 2020, 12:12:10 PM
    Hi Dave.

    It is the same (latest) version; that's why I posted the link to AMO  ;)

    Quote
    if you already have it installed the Mozilla  only gives the option to remove
    I don't understand this - you can't uninstall anything from AMO.  If you want a copy of the xpi, right click the "Add to Firefox" button and choose "Save Link As..."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 23, 2020, 04:22:12 PM
    Hi Dave.

    It is the same (latest) version; that's why I posted the link to AMO  ;)

    Quote
    if you already have it installed the Mozilla  only gives the option to remove
    I don't understand this - you can't uninstall anything from AMO.  If you want a copy of the xpi, right click the "Add to Firefox" button and choose "Save Link As..."

    From that link you gave, if you already have it installed, it didn't give an option to download.  Presumably it would only install (not download, if you were looking to save a copy).

    Since I did have it installed the big button said 'Remove' not Uninstall (which would presumably be the action)'
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: alanb on September 24, 2020, 04:23:57 PM
    Since I did have it installed the big button said 'Remove' not Uninstall (which would presumably be the action)'

    Weird!  I've never seen that and cannot reproduce :o
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on September 24, 2020, 05:31:26 PM
    Since I did have it installed the big button said 'Remove' not Uninstall (which would presumably be the action)'

    Weird!  I've never seen that and cannot reproduce :o

    That is why I though it strange and commented on it ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 26, 2020, 02:56:06 PM
    HiBit System Information
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/10/26/13/52/cY6OIss2gZ/preview.jpg)
    I decided to install the portable version.
    More information and download at
    http://www.hibitsoft.ir/SystemInformation.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: CraigB on October 26, 2020, 05:01:50 PM
    HiBit System Information
    Doesn't the inbuilt "System Information" already display all info this tool can do :-\
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 26, 2020, 05:23:21 PM
    I still use Speccy 64bit portable for system stats http://www.ccleaner.com/speccy it might be getting a little long in the tooth, but it provides a wealth of information.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 28, 2020, 11:27:55 AM
    Microsoft releases update to remove Adobe Flash from Windows
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-update-to-remove-adobe-flash-from-windows/
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4577586/update-for-removal-of-adobe-flash-player
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 28, 2020, 03:11:29 PM
    Microsoft releases update to remove Adobe Flash from Windows
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-update-to-remove-adobe-flash-from-windows/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-update-to-remove-adobe-flash-from-windows/)
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4577586/update-for-removal-of-adobe-flash-player (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4577586/update-for-removal-of-adobe-flash-player)
    Flash hasn't been on my systems for a very long time.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2020, 02:46:00 PM
    I was greeted with the following this morning when signing into Facebook.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/10/29/13/43/cY6UI5s4f4/preview.jpg)
    I had no problems yesterday using Google Chrome.
    Maybe the hearings before the Senate in Washington effected Facebook?
    **** I traced the problem down to an extension I was using that allowed me to keep
    using the old Facebook layout. Once removed the problem went away but,
    I'm now getting the new layout which I hate.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2020, 04:13:07 PM

    HiBit Uninstaller
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/08/15/08/cYXjojMYLj/preview.jpg)
    More information and download - http://www.hibitsoft.ir/Uninstaller.html
    This should be in everyones toolbox.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 08, 2020, 04:20:03 PM
    You might also want out check out their Startup Manager (http://www.hibitsoft.ir/StartupManager.html).
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/08/15/19/cYXjoqMYNC/preview.jpg)


    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 08, 2020, 08:09:54 PM
    HiBit Uninstaller
    <snip image>
    More information and download - http://www.hibitsoft.ir/Uninstaller.html
    This should be in everyones toolbox.

    I also have Special Uninstaller on my system, but I do like that the hibitsoft uninstaller has a portable app option.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: schmidthouse on November 08, 2020, 09:44:08 PM
    HiBit Uninstaller
    <snip image>
    More information and download - http://www.hibitsoft.ir/Uninstaller.html
    This should be in everyones toolbox.

    I also have Special Uninstaller on my system, but I do like that the hibitsoft uninstaller has a portable app option.

    Definitely good option for keeping on USB
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 25, 2020, 04:40:16 PM

    Choose - Win 95? 98? ME? Basic
    https://emupedia.net/beta/emuos/
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/25/14/49/cYXT2dLJaa/preview.jpg)
    EmuOS (https://emupedia.net/beta/emuos/) emulates Windows in the browser, and it comes with a number of games and
    applications for you to run right from that browser as well.
    Windows 95 - Pick your game(s) - programs
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/25/14/52/cYXT2sLJzO/preview.jpg)
    Windows 98 - Pick your game(s) - programs
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/25/14/55/cYXT2NLJAu/preview.jpg)
    Windows ME - Pick your game(s) - programs
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/25/14/59/cYXT2RLJBu/preview.jpg)
    If you're old enough, give Windows 3.1 a try.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/25/15/01/cYXToVLJBW/preview.jpg)
    Finally, there's Basic
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2020/11/25/15/07/cYXToiLJkx/preview.jpg)
    Most of all, have fun, explore and don't forget to keep an eye on the time.
    Thanksgiving is right around the corner.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 29, 2020, 04:32:31 PM
    Microsoft's 'Project Latte' aims to bring Android apps to Windows 10
    https://www.windowscentral.com/windows-10-project-latte-android-apps
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 05, 2021, 02:14:13 PM
    uBlock Origin works best on Firefox
    https://github.com/gorhill/uBlock/wiki/uBlock-Origin-works-best-on-Firefox
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 13, 2021, 01:51:18 PM
    The rise and fall of Parler
    https://blog.avast.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-parler-avast
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 13, 2021, 03:08:29 PM
    The rise and fall of Parler
    https://blog.avast.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-parler-avast (https://blog.avast.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-parler-avast)
    This could also be called an unnatural death. Which platform or Company or person is next?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 13, 2021, 12:57:29 PM
    Open source video player VLC will get a new UI this year with 4.0 launch
    https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/02/open-source-video-player-vlc-will-get-a-new-ui-this-year-with-4-0-launch/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 15, 2021, 09:26:38 AM
    Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge getting this Intel security feature
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-chrome-microsoft-edge-getting-this-intel-security-feature/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 17, 2021, 09:34:05 AM
    LastPass Free to force users to choose between mobile, desktop
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/lastpass-free-to-force-users-to-choose-between-mobile-desktop/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 24, 2021, 10:47:56 AM
    Firefox 86 Introduces Total Cookie Protection
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/02/23/total-cookie-protection/
    https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Firefox/Privacy/State_Partitioning
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2021/02/introducing-state-partitioning/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 23, 2021, 08:18:57 AM
    Firefox 87 trims HTTP Referrers by default to protect user privacy
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/03/22/firefox-87-trims-http-referrers-by-default-to-protect-user-privacy/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 29, 2021, 08:11:40 AM
    Firefox 87 introduces SmartBlock for Private Browsing
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/03/23/introducing-smartblock/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 02, 2021, 06:55:36 PM
    A File Manager from long ago
    File Manager 3.0
    (https://store-images.s-microsoft.com/image/apps.24974.14100202716545111.0cfbb19f-c862-435e-b15a-45f7d98533ca.fb83a79a-93f5-4c29-89bd-1bc44b9c2e36?mode=scale&q=90&h=270&w=270&background=%230078D7)
    This is what we used in the 90's
    an updated version is available from the
    Microsoft Store.
    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/windows-file-manager/9p7vbbbc49rb?ocid=badge&rtc=1&activetab=pivot:overviewtab
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 19, 2021, 11:52:14 AM
    Introducing Firefox’s new Site Isolation Security Architecture
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2021/05/introducing-firefox-new-site-isolation-security-architecture/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 03, 2021, 10:11:21 AM
    Firefox 89 blocks cross-site cookie tracking by default in private browsing
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/06/01/total-cookie-protection-in-private-browsing/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 09, 2021, 09:04:03 AM
    Google, Microsoft, and Mozilla work together on better browser extensions
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-microsoft-and-mozilla-work-together-on-better-browser-extensions/
    https://www.w3.org/community/webextensions/2021/06/04/forming-the-wecg/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 19, 2021, 02:03:43 PM
    Microsoft no longer offers Windows 7 drivers via Windows Update
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-no-longer-offers-windows-7-drivers-via-windows-update/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 23, 2021, 12:17:48 PM
    Brave launches its privacy-focused no-tracking search engine
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/brave-launches-its-privacy-focused-no-tracking-search-engine/

    -> https://search.brave.com/ (Beta)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 09, 2021, 09:31:37 AM
    Firefox extends privacy and security of Canadian internet users with by-default DNS-over-HTTPS rollout in Canada
    https://blog.mozilla.org/en/mozilla/news/firefox-by-default-dns-over-https-rollout-in-canada/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 15, 2021, 11:07:37 AM
    Firefox 90 introduces SmartBlock 2.0 for Private Browsing
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/07/13/smartblock-v2/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on July 21, 2021, 09:48:00 AM
    DuckDuckGo's new email privacy service forwards tracker-free messages
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/duckduckgos-new-email-privacy-service-forwards-tracker-free-messages/
    https://spreadprivacy.com/introducing-email-protection-beta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 05, 2021, 02:41:45 PM

    The New Google Drive for Desktop
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2021/08/05/12/39/crjhlgVji23/preview.jpg)
    Google is replacing the old Backup & Sync tool but, the rollout will be staggered.
    If you'd like to get the new and improved version quicker, follow these links.
    For Windows, https://dl.google.com/drive-file-stream/GoogleDriveSetup.exe
    For macOS users, https://dl.google.com/drive-file-stream/GoogleDrive.dmg
    I am happy to see that Google has finally improved their backup software
    for Google Drive.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2021, 10:06:40 PM
    I'm on the developer's channel for Microsoft's Edge browser.
    I find this latest item very intriguing.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2021/08/06/19/59/crj1qRVjXq8/preview.jpg)
    If your default browser isn't Edge but you're working on something that eventually requires Edge,
    This should according to the description allow you to open what you're working on within your default
    browser once you open Edge.

    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on August 06, 2021, 10:14:44 PM
    I'm on the developer's channel for Microsoft's Edge browser.
    I find this latest item very intriguing.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2021/08/06/19/59/crj1qRVjXq8/preview.jpg)
    If your default browser isn't Edge but you're working on something that eventually requires Edge,
    This should according to the description allow you to open what you're working on within your default
    browser once you open Edge.
    I've tested the function and it works as you can see in the image which was taken from the Edge browser.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2021/08/06/20/08/crj1YjVjXr1/preview.jpg)


    The CTRL and H key brings up the history
    You can see what was opened in Edge and what was opened in Chrome
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on August 14, 2021, 12:57:41 PM
    Firefox 91 introduces HTTPS by Default in Private Browsing
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/08/10/firefox-91-introduces-https-by-default-in-private-browsing/

    Firefox 91 Introduces Enhanced Cookie Clearing
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/08/10/firefox-91-introduces-enhanced-cookie-clearing/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on August 14, 2021, 01:35:44 PM
    Firefox 91 introduces HTTPS by Default in Private Browsing
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/08/10/firefox-91-introduces-https-by-default-in-private-browsing/
    <snip>

    Whilst the headline looks good, if a site doesn't support https protocol then it can't switch to it.  Some users also have the https everywhere add-on installed, but that too I guess would suffer the same fate if the site doesn't support https protocol.

    Many sites that do support https also switch http connections to the https connection.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 14, 2021, 09:18:45 AM
    Firefox now bypasses Windows 11's messy default browser settings
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/firefox-now-bypasses-windows-11s-messy-default-browser-settings/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 14, 2021, 12:52:30 PM
    Firefox now bypasses Windows 11's messy default browser settings
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/firefox-now-bypasses-windows-11s-messy-default-browser-settings/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/firefox-now-bypasses-windows-11s-messy-default-browser-settings/)
    Considering the rash of lawsuits Microsoft faced the last time they pulled a stunt like this,
    I'm sure changes will still happen to make changing the default browser easier
    before the new OS is released on October 5, 2021.
    There's also a tool available that can make this task easier
    EdgeDeflector - https://github.com/da2x/EdgeDeflector
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 22, 2021, 01:01:29 PM
    HTTPS Is Actually Everywhere
    https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/09/https-actually-everywhere
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on September 22, 2021, 02:57:07 PM
    HTTPS Is Actually Everywhere
    https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/09/https-actually-everywhere (https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/09/https-actually-everywhere)
    If that is used, can Avast still scan the website?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on September 22, 2021, 04:07:04 PM
    HTTPS Is Actually Everywhere
    https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/09/https-actually-everywhere (https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/09/https-actually-everywhere)
    If that is used, can Avast still scan the website?
    Hi Bob, sure - but the point of the article is that it probably isn't needed anymore.

    With these simple settings available, EFF is preparing to deprecate the HTTPS Everywhere web extension as we look to new frontiers of secure protocols like SSL/TLS. After the end of this year, the extension will be in “maintenance mode.” for 2022. We know many different kinds of users have this tool installed, and want to give our partners and users the needed time to transition. We will continue to inform users that there are native HTTPS-only browser options before the extension is fully sunset.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 07, 2021, 09:54:52 AM
    Securing Connections: Disabling 3DES in Firefox 93
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/10/05/securing-connections-disabling-3des-in-firefox-93/

    Firefox 93 protects against Insecure Downloads

    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/10/05/firefox-93-protects-against-insecure-downloads/

    Firefox 93 features an improved SmartBlock and new Referrer Tracking Protections
    https://blog.mozilla.org/security/2021/10/05/firefox-93-features-an-improved-smartblock-and-new-referrer-tracking-protections/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 26, 2021, 10:14:53 AM
    It's Windows XP's 20th birthday and way too many still use it
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/its-windows-xps-20th-birthday-and-way-too-many-still-use-it/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 26, 2021, 12:08:32 PM
    It's Windows XP's 20th birthday and way too many still use it
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/its-windows-xps-20th-birthday-and-way-too-many-still-use-it/

    If my XP system hadn't died (and I didn't have the time or inclination to find and fix the issue), I would probably still be using it for all of the software that I had on it that simply doesn't work on win10.  I wasn't going to buy more software just to run win10.  I had win7 on a netbook, completely skipped, Vista, win8, win8.1 and it looks like I won't be using win11 anytime soon.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 26, 2021, 01:10:11 PM
    It's Windows XP's 20th birthday and way too many still use it
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/its-windows-xps-20th-birthday-and-way-too-many-still-use-it/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/its-windows-xps-20th-birthday-and-way-too-many-still-use-it/)

    If my XP system hadn't died (and I didn't have the time or inclination to find and fix the issue), I would probably still be using it for all of the software that I had on it that simply doesn't work on win10.  I wasn't going to buy more software just to run win10.  I had win7 on a netbook, completely skipped, Vista, win8, win8.1 and it looks like I won't be using win11 anytime soon.
    Some of us like the sharp edge of the knife and some prefer the dull side. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on October 26, 2021, 06:21:45 PM
    It's Windows XP's 20th birthday and way too many still use it
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/its-windows-xps-20th-birthday-and-way-too-many-still-use-it/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/its-windows-xps-20th-birthday-and-way-too-many-still-use-it/)

    If my XP system hadn't died (and I didn't have the time or inclination to find and fix the issue), I would probably still be using it for all of the software that I had on it that simply doesn't work on win10.  I wasn't going to buy more software just to run win10.  I had win7 on a netbook, completely skipped, Vista, win8, win8.1 and it looks like I won't be using win11 anytime soon.
    Some of us like the sharp edge of the knife and some prefer the dull side. :)

    Nothing to do with sharp or dull, culling a perfectly good system loaded with software that won't run on win10.  And a system that runs just fine under XP but would be likely to suffer under the load.  All in all a high cost impact, which is no doubt why many stuck with their XP OS and computer.

    So it has zero to do with which edge you want on your knife, but how much said knife is going to cost and that decision lies squarely with the user :)  :P
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 29, 2021, 11:54:04 AM
    Introducing Meta: A Social Technology Company
    https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 29, 2021, 02:28:02 PM
    Introducing Meta: A Social Technology Company
    https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/ (https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/)
    IMHO. changing policy would have been a much better choice than changing the name.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on October 30, 2021, 03:44:26 PM
    Introducing Meta: A Social Technology Company
    https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/ (https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/)
    IMHO. changing policy would have been a much better choice than changing the name.
    Agreed. Here's a quite interesting article (in German, but you can translate it if needed).
    https://www.heise.de/hintergrund/Facebook-Immer-mehr-Interna-beschreiben-verheerende-Unternehmensfuehrung-6236401.html?seite=all
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on October 30, 2021, 04:05:03 PM
    Introducing Meta: A Social Technology Company
    https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/ (https://about.fb.com/news/2021/10/facebook-company-is-now-meta/)
    IMHO. changing policy would have been a much better choice than changing the name.
    Agreed. Here's a quite interesting article (in German, but you can translate it if needed).
    https://www.heise.de/hintergrund/Facebook-Immer-mehr-Interna-beschreiben-verheerende-Unternehmensfuehrung-6236401.html?seite=all (https://www.heise.de/hintergrund/Facebook-Immer-mehr-Interna-beschreiben-verheerende-Unternehmensfuehrung-6236401.html?seite=all)
    Thanks.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 03, 2021, 09:08:46 AM
    Zoom Supports Continued Access for Basic Users with Advertising Program
    https://blog.zoom.us/zoom-continued-access-for-basic-users-with-advertising-program/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 03, 2021, 12:33:54 PM
    Zoom Supports Continued Access for Basic Users with Advertising Program
    https://blog.zoom.us/zoom-continued-access-for-basic-users-with-advertising-program/ (https://blog.zoom.us/zoom-continued-access-for-basic-users-with-advertising-program/)
    It's actually a very limited ad and only shown in the browser when leaving the meeting.
    The other prerequisite is that the one hosting the meeting is also a free user.
    I really don't see anything wrong with this. After all, ZOOM is not a 501c3 (non-profit) Corp.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on November 10, 2021, 12:06:01 PM
    Mozilla Firefox, the first Chromium alternative in the Windows Store
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 10, 2021, 12:41:09 PM
    Mozilla Firefox, the first Chromium alternative in the Windows Store
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/

    It amazes me why anyone would go to the Windows Store to get Firefox and not direct to the source.  I just wonder the whole point of this and even the point of the windows store (that I avoid like the plague).

    One instance in the forums two versions of the same Game and the MS Store one appears to be different from the original, as Avast is seeking to resolve a compatibility issue are still trying to resolve the MS Store version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2021, 01:02:08 PM
    Mozilla Firefox, the first Chromium alternative in the Windows Store
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/)

    It amazes me why anyone would go to the Windows Store to get Firefox and not direct to the source.  I just wonder the whole point of this and even the point of the windows store (that I avoid like the plague).

    One instance in the forums two versions of the same Game and the MS Store one appears to be different from the original, as Avast is seeking to resolve a compatibility issue are still trying to resolve the MS Store version.
    Apps downloaded via the store are supposed to be safer and easier to un-install.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on November 10, 2021, 07:38:46 PM
    Mozilla Firefox, the first Chromium alternative in the Windows Store
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/)

    It amazes me why anyone would go to the Windows Store to get Firefox and not direct to the source.  I just wonder the whole point of this and even the point of the windows store (that I avoid like the plague).

    One instance in the forums two versions of the same Game and the MS Store one appears to be different from the original, as Avast is seeking to resolve a compatibility issue are still trying to resolve the MS Store version.
    Apps downloaded via the store are supposed to be safer and easier to un-install.

    That may or may not be the case, but why would they be different from the original source.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on November 10, 2021, 09:16:11 PM
    Mozilla Firefox, the first Chromium alternative in the Windows Store
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-the-first-chromium-alternative-in-the-windows-store/)

    It amazes me why anyone would go to the Windows Store to get Firefox and not direct to the source.  I just wonder the whole point of this and even the point of the windows store (that I avoid like the plague).

    One instance in the forums two versions of the same Game and the MS Store one appears to be different from the original, as Avast is seeking to resolve a compatibility issue are still trying to resolve the MS Store version.
    Apps downloaded via the store are supposed to be safer and easier to un-install.

    That may or may not be the case, but why would they be different from the original source.
    A question to ask MS and I'm sure Avast is trying to do just that.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 03, 2021, 09:49:03 AM
    Microsoft Edge now bashes Google Chrome when you download it
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-edge-now-bashes-google-chrome-when-you-download-it/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 03, 2021, 01:16:02 PM
    Microsoft Edge now bashes Google Chrome when you download it
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-edge-now-bashes-google-chrome-when-you-download-it/

    Love the image Edge runs on the technology as Chrome and then proceeds to trash it and add the added trust of MS, what if you don't trust MS, this being an example.  Storing these trashing put-down quotes and others on your system to use later.

    Quote from: extract
        "Microsoft Edge runs on the same technology as Chrome, with the added trust of Microsoft. Browse securely now"

        "That browser is so 2008! Do you know what's new? Microsoft Edge. Come to the future"

    What was wrong with 2008 :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 03, 2021, 01:35:14 PM
    What was wrong with 2008 :)
    +1 ;D

    PS: Reminds me of the "browser wars" in the 90ies.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 06, 2021, 12:56:29 PM
    Introducing VirusTotal Collections
    https://blog.virustotal.com/2021/11/introducing-virustotal-collections.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 08, 2021, 04:56:19 PM
    WebAssembly and Back Again: Fine-Grained Sandboxing in Firefox 95
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2021/12/webassembly-and-back-again-fine-grained-sandboxing-in-firefox-95/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on December 08, 2021, 05:15:54 PM
    WebAssembly and Back Again: Fine-Grained Sandboxing in Firefox 95
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2021/12/webassembly-and-back-again-fine-grained-sandboxing-in-firefox-95/

    Very interesting - a very happy Firefox user form many, many years.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on December 27, 2021, 09:09:02 AM
    Privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo grew by 46% in 2021
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/privacy-focused-search-engine-duckduckgo-grew-by-46-percent-in-2021/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 17, 2022, 11:49:08 AM
    Browsers based on Chromium will no longer allow users to delete default search engines from the settings
    https://www.ghacks.net/2022/01/15/chromium-based-browsers-delete-default-search-engines/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 17, 2022, 02:52:42 PM
    Browsers based on Chromium will no longer allow users to delete default search engines from the settings
    https://www.ghacks.net/2022/01/15/chromium-based-browsers-delete-default-search-engines/ (https://www.ghacks.net/2022/01/15/chromium-based-browsers-delete-default-search-engines/)
    Since this doesn't change the fact that you can change the default search engine, does it really matter?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on January 19, 2022, 12:05:57 PM
    Chrome Users Beware: Manifest V3 is Deceitful and Threatening
    https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/12/chrome-users-beware-manifest-v3-deceitful-and-threatening
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on January 19, 2022, 03:20:48 PM
    O&O DeskInfo - worth a look
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/01/19/14/16/c3Vq2DVoLjn/preview.jpg)
    https://www.oo-software.com/en/oodeskinfo (https://www.oo-software.com/en/oodeskinfo)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 15, 2022, 04:00:55 PM
    Privacy Preserving Attribution for Advertising
    https://blog.mozilla.org/en/mozilla/privacy-preserving-attribution-for-advertising/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on February 21, 2022, 09:22:33 AM
    Version 100 in Chrome and Firefox
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2022/02/version-100-in-chrome-and-firefox/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on February 21, 2022, 01:03:58 PM
    Version 100 in Chrome and Firefox
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2022/02/version-100-in-chrome-and-firefox/ (https://hacks.mozilla.org/2022/02/version-100-in-chrome-and-firefox/)
    Reminds me of world and internet coming to an end when we approached the year 2000
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on February 21, 2022, 01:07:45 PM
    Version 100 in Chrome and Firefox
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2022/02/version-100-in-chrome-and-firefox/

    I can't recall where I saw or read this first (possibly in a computer magazine), a month or so ago and it was likened to the Millennium bug and Chrome was already working on this and presumably Firefox.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 06, 2022, 10:55:59 AM
    Interop 2022: browsers working together to improve the web for developers
    https://web.dev/interop-2022/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 09, 2022, 09:50:27 AM
    Twitter launches Tor website to tackle Russian censorship
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/twitter-launches-tor-website-to-tackle-russian-censorship/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 15, 2022, 09:00:55 AM
    Mozilla Firefox removes Russian search providers over misinformation concerns
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-removes-russian-search-providers-over-misinformation-concerns/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 22, 2022, 09:31:58 AM
    Microsoft Investigating Claim of Breach by Extortion Gang
    https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3vk9x/microsoft-hacked-lapsus-extortion-investigating

    Lapsus$ hackers leak 37GB of Microsoft's alleged source code
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/lapsus-hackers-leak-37gb-of-microsofts-alleged-source-code/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 22, 2022, 12:27:02 PM
    Microsoft Investigating Claim of Breach by Extortion Gang
    https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3vk9x/microsoft-hacked-lapsus-extortion-investigating (https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3vk9x/microsoft-hacked-lapsus-extortion-investigating)

    Lapsus$ hackers leak 37GB of Microsoft's alleged source code
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/lapsus-hackers-leak-37gb-of-microsofts-alleged-source-code/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/lapsus-hackers-leak-37gb-of-microsofts-alleged-source-code/)
    A very prolific hacking group.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 23, 2022, 09:02:23 AM
    Microsoft Investigating Claim of Breach by Extortion Gang
    https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3vk9x/microsoft-hacked-lapsus-extortion-investigating (https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3vk9x/microsoft-hacked-lapsus-extortion-investigating)

    Lapsus$ hackers leak 37GB of Microsoft's alleged source code
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/lapsus-hackers-leak-37gb-of-microsofts-alleged-source-code/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/lapsus-hackers-leak-37gb-of-microsofts-alleged-source-code/)
    A very prolific hacking group.
    Microsoft confirms they were hacked by Lapsus$ extortion group
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-confirms-they-were-hacked-by-lapsus-extortion-group/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 26, 2022, 10:30:19 AM
    Microsoft: Windows 7 recovery app fails after January updates
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-7-recovery-app-fails-after-january-updates/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 29, 2022, 03:59:40 PM

    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/03/29/13/58/c3eUI9Vqlt6/preview.jpg)
    So just how much information does your browser reveal?
    Run the following tool and be amazed
    https://www.deviceinfo.me/ (https://www.deviceinfo.me/)
    If the good guys know this much about you,
    just think how much the bad guys know.
    It might be time to batten down the hatches and change some
    of those settings. Convenience does come with a price.
    When I used this in the Avast Secure Browser with the VPN turned on,
    things looked a bit better but, there was still a lot of information available.



    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 29, 2022, 04:15:24 PM
    More Tools on the same subject
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/03/29/14/09/c3eU2QVqlUB/preview.jpg)
    https://browserleaks.com/

    "BrowserLeaks is all about browsing privacy and web browser fingerprinting.
    Here you will find a gallery of web technologies security testing tools
    that will show you what kind of personal identity data can be leaked,
    and how to protect yourself from this."
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on March 30, 2022, 04:11:20 PM
    Firefox 100 on Windows 7 requires KB4474419 Update to install
    https://techdows.com/2022/03/firefox-100-windows-7-kb4474419-update.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 30, 2022, 04:42:01 PM
    Firefox 100 on Windows 7 requires KB4474419 Update to install
    https://techdows.com/2022/03/firefox-100-windows-7-kb4474419-update.html (https://techdows.com/2022/03/firefox-100-windows-7-kb4474419-update.html)
    Maybe it's time to upgrade to a newer version of Windows?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on March 31, 2022, 11:45:46 PM

    Chrome v.100 - Mute Audio from a Tab Control
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/03/31/21/37/c3ewrAVqrir/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/OR9EnhCOTSk (https://youtu.be/OR9EnhCOTSk)
    Mute audio in the Chrome Browser via Tab Audio Mute Control.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 10, 2022, 11:25:59 AM
    Microsoft: Windows Autopatch steals the 'fun' from Patch Tuesdays
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/
    https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 10, 2022, 01:05:57 PM
    Microsoft: Windows Autopatch steals the 'fun' from Patch Tuesdays
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/
    https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081

    I would hardly call Patch Tuesdays fun, more like a nightmare for some, when we find it breaks something.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 10, 2022, 01:48:49 PM
    Microsoft: Windows Autopatch steals the 'fun' from Patch Tuesdays
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/
    https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081
    I would hardly call Patch Tuesdays fun, more like a nightmare for some, when we find it breaks something.
    Agreed, I'm quite sure they meant it ironic. ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 10, 2022, 05:53:36 PM
    Microsoft: Windows Autopatch steals the 'fun' from Patch Tuesdays
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/)
    https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081 (https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081)
    I would hardly call Patch Tuesdays fun, more like a nightmare for some, when we find it breaks something.
    Agreed, I'm quite sure they meant it ironic. ;)
    The product isn't even directed at the average computer user or version.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 10, 2022, 06:12:09 PM
    Microsoft: Windows Autopatch steals the 'fun' from Patch Tuesdays
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/ (https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-autopatch-steals-the-fun-from-patch-tuesdays/)
    https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081 (https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopatch-faq/ba-p/3272081)
    I would hardly call Patch Tuesdays fun, more like a nightmare for some, when we find it breaks something.
    Agreed, I'm quite sure they meant it ironic. ;)
    The product isn't even directed at the average computer user or version.

    I guess that MS won't be stopping there in the Patch Tuesday 'fun', I think it won't stop there. 

    There has to be a reason why MS made this decision in the first place, if these reasons are valid for users, then it could be the next step.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 14, 2022, 02:29:21 PM
    Chrome Web Store will show badges for reputable developers and extensions
    https://www.xda-developers.com/chrome-web-store-badges/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 26, 2022, 11:11:57 AM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 26, 2022, 12:06:24 PM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470

    I can't believe sums like this for something that isn't tangible.

    How can he possibly recover this sum much less make a profit on it over and above the purchase price is beyond me. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2022, 02:07:27 PM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470 (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470)

    I can't believe sums like this for something that isn't tangible.

    How can he possibly recover this sum much less make a profit on it over and above the purchase price is beyond me.
    He had stated that this was not about the money.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 26, 2022, 05:54:36 PM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470 (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470)

    I can't believe sums like this for something that isn't tangible.

    How can he possibly recover this sum much less make a profit on it over and above the purchase price is beyond me.
    He had stated that this was not about the money.

    They you have to wonder why throw around 44 Billion $US
    To turn it into what and given this area is constantly evolving with some newer players who no have greater numbers than Twitter.

    It just doesn't make sense to me, but then again I have stayed away from all social networking from their inception.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 26, 2022, 07:18:19 PM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470 (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470)

    I can't believe sums like this for something that isn't tangible.

    How can he possibly recover this sum much less make a profit on it over and above the purchase price is beyond me.
    He had stated that this was not about the money.

    They you have to wonder why throw around 44 Billion $US
    To turn it into what and given this area is constantly evolving with some newer players who no have greater numbers than Twitter.

    It just doesn't make sense to me, but then again I have stayed away from all social networking from their inception.
    Maybe to open up the platform to everyone just not those that agree with the current "correct philosophy"
    It may just restore discussion instead of just pushing one ideology.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 28, 2022, 12:19:16 AM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470 (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470)

    I can't believe sums like this for something that isn't tangible.

    How can he possibly recover this sum much less make a profit on it over and above the purchase price is beyond me.
    He had stated that this was not about the money.

    They you have to wonder why throw around 44 Billion $US
    To turn it into what and given this area is constantly evolving with some newer players who no have greater numbers than Twitter.

    It just doesn't make sense to me, but then again I have stayed away from all social networking from their inception.
    Maybe to open up the platform to everyone just not those that agree with the current "correct philosophy"
    It may just restore discussion instead of just pushing one ideology.

    I don't know if Elon Musk considered this prior to his bid for Twitter:
    I have just read today's newspaper and in the City Finance section it reports "Musk's Twiter takeover wipes £100Bn off Tesla.

    In a word WOW.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2022, 12:33:10 AM
    Musk's move has made him the current day Trump.
    When you can't listen to reason, lash out even if it doesn't make sense.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 28, 2022, 12:58:47 AM
    Musk's move has made him the current day Trump.
    When you can't listen to reason, lash out even if it doesn't make sense.

    A big shock! (hit) all the same.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 28, 2022, 01:47:50 PM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470
    How Elon Musk can securely achieve his mission of authenticating Twitter users
    https://blog.avast.com/elon-musk-twitter-authentication
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on April 28, 2022, 02:43:48 PM
    Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
    https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470 (https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61222470)
    How Elon Musk can securely achieve his mission of authenticating Twitter users
    https://blog.avast.com/elon-musk-twitter-authentication (https://blog.avast.com/elon-musk-twitter-authentication)
    So, how many bots use two factor or multi-factor authentication?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 29, 2022, 09:58:53 AM
    Google gives Europe a ‘reject all’ button for tracking cookies after fines from watchdogs
    https://www.theverge.com/2022/4/21/23035289/google-reject-all-cookie-button-eu-privacy-data-laws
    https://blog.google/around-the-globe/google-europe/new-cookie-choices-in-europe/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 29, 2022, 01:01:21 PM
    Google gives Europe a ‘reject all’ button for tracking cookies after fines from watchdogs
    https://www.theverge.com/2022/4/21/23035289/google-reject-all-cookie-button-eu-privacy-data-laws
    https://blog.google/around-the-globe/google-europe/new-cookie-choices-in-europe/

    Yes, very interesting, but in the first link there are more cookies, trackers, etc. etc. than you can shake a stick at and NO easy action to OPT OUT.  It gives a link to information.  But all that talks about is how to block cookies in your browser and ZERO easy option to deny on the site.  Which is rather ironic given the subject.

    When sites make it difficult or impossible to opt out, I vote with my feet and kick them into touch.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 29, 2022, 01:51:41 PM
    Yes, very interesting, but in the first link there are more cookies, trackers, etc. etc. than you can shake a stick at and NO easy action to OPT OUT.  It gives a link to information.  But all that talks about is how to block cookies in your browser and ZERO easy option to deny on the site.  Which is rather ironic given the subject.

    When sites make it difficult or impossible to opt out, I vote with my feet and kick them into touch.
    Hi Dave, no issues with the site here, NoScript blocks this stuff. 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 29, 2022, 03:48:10 PM
    Yes, very interesting, but in the first link there are more cookies, trackers, etc. etc. than you can shake a stick at and NO easy action to OPT OUT.  It gives a link to information.  But all that talks about is how to block cookies in your browser and ZERO easy option to deny on the site.  Which is rather ironic given the subject.

    When sites make it difficult or impossible to opt out, I vote with my feet and kick them into touch.
    Hi Dave, no issues with the site here, NoScript blocks this stuff. 8)

    I have blockers at work also, but I don't know if everything would be blocked (have you actually taken a look at the list of ads/trackers, etc. etc.), I couldn't believe the number and purposes that is associated with this site.  So there is no way I would click 'I Accept' and hope that my settings and blockers work.  It is taking them on trust and currently sites like this I don't trust as far as I can throw them (which isn't going to be very far)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 29, 2022, 04:13:51 PM
    I have blockers at work also, but I don't know if everything would be blocked (have you actually taken a look at the list of ads/trackers, etc. etc.), I couldn't believe the number and purposes that is associated with this site.  So there is no way I would click 'I Accept' and hope that my settings and blockers work.  It is taking them on trust and currently sites like this I don't trust as far as I can throw them (which isn't going to be very far)
    Hi Dave, see screenshot. If I would allow some/all in NS, the list would be probably much longer, but I won't dig deeper, as the site diplays fine (no nags) here. Cheers
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on April 29, 2022, 04:29:03 PM
    I have blockers at work also, but I don't know if everything would be blocked (have you actually taken a look at the list of ads/trackers, etc. etc.), I couldn't believe the number and purposes that is associated with this site.  So there is no way I would click 'I Accept' and hope that my settings and blockers work.  It is taking them on trust and currently sites like this I don't trust as far as I can throw them (which isn't going to be very far)
    Hi Dave, see screenshot. If I would allow some/all in NS, the list would be probably much longer, but I won't dig deeper, as the site diplays fine (no nags) here. Cheers

    For me, it isn't about it displaying fine, it all about trust and the deceptive/underhand way it makes a viewer jump through hoops to try and block cookies/trackers, etc. No simple button/s to disable certain categories of cookie/trackers.

    Many users aren't so well set up to block cookies/trackers as we are, but when I see what I consider avoidance I avoid them too.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on April 29, 2022, 05:06:53 PM
    Agreed. Unfortunately, only very few sites left that fulfill this... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 02, 2022, 11:37:57 AM
    Google fights doxxing with updated personal info removal policy
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-fights-doxxing-with-updated-personal-info-removal-policy/
    https://blog.google/products/search/new-options-for-removing-your-personally-identifiable-information-from-search/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 06, 2022, 10:28:03 AM
    Microsoft, Apple, and Google to support FIDO passwordless logins
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-apple-and-google-to-support-fido-passwordless-logins/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: SpeedyPC on May 06, 2022, 02:29:02 PM
    I don't know if Elon Musk considered this prior to his bid for Twitter:
    I have just read today's newspaper and in the City Finance section it reports "Musk's Twiter takeover wipes £100Bn off Tesla.

    In a word WOW.

    I wish Elon Musk was my brother  ;D

    AND..... I strongly wish Avast does business with Elon Musk for GOOD.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 06, 2022, 11:41:26 PM

    Google, Apple, and Microsoft Agree to Make
    Passwords a Thing of the Past
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/06/21/36/c3h1rzVYSxd/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/XqItPN7Yadk (https://youtu.be/XqItPN7Yadk)
    Passwords are a hassle, and unfortunately, they’re often a security risk.
    Thanks to Reviewgeek for their excellent article on this topic.
    https://bit.ly/3kL4w5h
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 11, 2022, 12:24:03 AM

    6 Useful Tools in Microsoft Edge That are missing
    in Google Chrome
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/10/22/03/c3h63eVrj2y/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/0EPxVAQxipg (https://youtu.be/0EPxVAQxipg)
    Here are some of the useful tools Edge has that Chrome doesn’t.
    Thanks to RUSS WARE for his excellent article in How-To Geek on this topic.
    https://www.howtogeek.com/800544/6-useful-tools-microsoft-edge-has-that-google-chrome-doesnt/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 11, 2022, 10:07:37 AM
    Apple discontinues the revolutionary iPod music player
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-discontinues-the-revolutionary-ipod-music-player/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 15, 2022, 10:38:03 AM
    Improved Process Isolation in Firefox 100
    https://hacks.mozilla.org/2022/05/improved-process-isolation-in-firefox-100/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 17, 2022, 11:31:26 AM
    7 Great New Features Coming To Thunderbird 102
    https://blog.thunderbird.net/2022/05/7-great-new-features-coming-to-thunderbird-102/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 17, 2022, 01:19:56 PM
    7 Great New Features Coming To Thunderbird 102
    https://blog.thunderbird.net/2022/05/7-great-new-features-coming-to-thunderbird-102/

    I actually don't actually see anything in that list that I actually need and some I certainly wouldn't want 'Preview' being one example.  I feel this could be used as a web beacon to confirm receipt.

    #5: Import/Export Wizard
    I'm not sure this what I have been hoping for, as it appears to be about importing/exporting from/to another email program.
    What I'm looking for is a way to easily backup Thunderbird, all of your emails, profile settings, etc. to external disc/USB, etc. in the event of a computer problem, where you aren't able to access the computer to Import/Export.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 20, 2022, 09:35:52 PM

    Another Microsoft Edge skill
    that Google Chrome doesn't have.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/20/19/30/c3hYqvVrArH/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/j3UlcAGR2XQ (https://youtu.be/j3UlcAGR2XQ)
    Edge browser now has an easier way to manage web apps,
    and more improvements are planned.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2022, 05:58:30 PM

    What Does Google Know About You
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/21/15/07/c3hroiVrBwT/preview.jpg)
    If you have a Google account (Who doesn't?) go to the following web address
    and find out  what Google knows about you. The good thing is, you can adjust
    what Google collects. By default, they collect virtually everything.
    https://myactivity.google.com/ (https://myactivity.google.com/)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 21, 2022, 06:11:24 PM
    (Who doesn't?)
    Me. 8)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 21, 2022, 06:20:30 PM
    (Who doesn't?)
    Me. 8)

    I do :)
    However, years ago and went to my google account settings and changed a lot of them.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2022, 07:00:49 PM
    (Who doesn't?)
    Me. 8)
    You're missing out on a lot of technology. :)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 21, 2022, 08:28:57 PM
    A collection of classic but essential (and free!) utilities
    for Windows 10 and 11.
    Nice to see so many "Avast" products in the mix
    considering Security products aren't part of the mix.
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/21/18/25/c3hrFTVrBEz/preview.jpg)
    https://www.computerworld.com/article/3650754/classic-essential-free-utilities-windows-10-windows-11.html (https://www.computerworld.com/article/3650754/classic-essential-free-utilities-windows-10-windows-11.html)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 27, 2022, 01:43:32 AM

    Making Things Larger and/or Smaller - Windows OS
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/26/23/38/c3hO0BVrM7K/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/RRSp5g-7A9A (https://youtu.be/RRSp5g-7A9A)
    Two easy ways to increase or decrease size when using the internet
    or using apps on Windows
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 27, 2022, 02:55:43 AM

    Making Things Larger and/or Smaller - Windows OS
    <snip image>
    https://youtu.be/RRSp5g-7A9A (https://youtu.be/RRSp5g-7A9A)
    Two easy ways to increase or decrease size when using the internet
    or using apps on Windows

    Another handy tip, I knew about Ctrl key and + or - keys, but not the Ctrl key and scroll wheel.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 27, 2022, 11:36:50 AM
    Mozilla is rolling out Total Cookie Protection to more Firefox users
    https://www.ghacks.net/2022/05/27/mozilla-is-rolling-out-total-cookie-protection-to-more-firefox-users/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 27, 2022, 03:44:32 PM

    Google Docs - Pageless
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/05/27/13/38/c3htIBVrNO9/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/-zfIvArrX8w (https://youtu.be/-zfIvArrX8w)
    Introducing pageless format for Google Docs.
    The pageless format allows you to add wide images and tables,
    and view documents without the interruption of page breaks.
    More information here: https://bit.ly/3NGny9y
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on May 31, 2022, 10:52:27 AM
    Vodafone plans carrier-level user tracking for targeted ads
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vodafone-plans-carrier-level-user-tracking-for-targeted-ads/
    https://www.spiegel.de/netzwelt/netzpolitik/trustpid-die-rueckkehr-der-super-cookies-a-6ea53d94-5996-4d6b-aed5-dfb5f51ab942
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on May 31, 2022, 12:31:06 PM
    Vodafone plans carrier-level user tracking for targeted ads
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vodafone-plans-carrier-level-user-tracking-for-targeted-ads/
    <snip>

    Whoever came up with this name "TrustPiD" has a sick sense of humour as in my mine this it the opposite effect and trust has nothing to do with it.

    The highlighted quoted text at the bottom of the above link, pretty much covers my feelings and I'm surprised the EU haven't jumped all over it.  I feel a very big fine in the future and an exit of vodafone users when they become aware of this tracking.  But then do we have any guarantees that they won't follow the same path if vodafone get away with this. 
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on May 31, 2022, 02:54:13 PM
    Taking another look at ShareX
    (https://i.imgur.com/1RwK7UDm.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/1RwK7UD.jpeg)
    Screen capture software on steroids.
    https://getsharex.com/ (https://getsharex.com/)
    (https://i.imgur.com/kOXPn7wm.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/kOXPn7w.png)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 01, 2022, 02:40:58 PM

    Drop feature - Available in Microsoft Edge (Developer)
    (https://i.imgur.com/lXEIsvmm.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/lXEIsvm.png)
    https://youtu.be/D3Woo5_5ZPs (https://youtu.be/D3Woo5_5ZPs)
    A new feature to share files and notes across devices.
    Anything shared via the Drop feature is available on any device via Edge.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 02, 2022, 07:14:57 PM

    Killed By Google - Again?
    (https://i.imgur.com/Qo4JF2Pm.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/Qo4JF2P.png)
    https://youtu.be/S172eftrSNE (https://youtu.be/S172eftrSNE)
    This was the headline at the Google Workspace Blog.
    "Bringing Google Meet features to Google Duo for a single,
    integrated video solution."
    https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2022/06/google-duo-update.html
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 03, 2022, 12:08:53 PM
    Firefox 102: Query Parameter Stripping improves privacy
    https://www.ghacks.net/2022/06/03/firefox-102-query-parameter-stripping-improves-privacy/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 13, 2022, 09:38:36 AM
    New Vytal Chrome extension hides location info that your VPN can't
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-vytal-chrome-extension-hides-location-info-that-your-vpn-cant/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 14, 2022, 05:39:16 PM
    Firefox rolls out Total Cookie Protection by default to all users worldwide
    https://blog.mozilla.org/en/products/firefox/firefox-rolls-out-total-cookie-protection-by-default-to-all-users-worldwide/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 16, 2022, 12:39:22 PM
    Microsoft: Windows update to permanently disable Internet Explorer
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-windows-update-to-permanently-disable-internet-explorer/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 24, 2022, 10:19:07 AM
    Microsoft will start warning Windows 8.1 users about upcoming end of support
    https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-will-start-warning-windows-81-users-about-upcoming-end-of-support/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2022, 01:29:41 PM
    Microsoft will start warning Windows 8.1 users about upcoming end of support
    https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-will-start-warning-windows-81-users-about-upcoming-end-of-support/ (https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-will-start-warning-windows-81-users-about-upcoming-end-of-support/)
    Will you be updating your system?
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 24, 2022, 02:39:14 PM
    Microsoft will start warning Windows 8.1 users about upcoming end of support
    https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-will-start-warning-windows-81-users-about-upcoming-end-of-support/ (https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-will-start-warning-windows-81-users-about-upcoming-end-of-support/)
    Will you be updating your system?
    Hi Bob, not yet - maybe later on... ;)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 24, 2022, 10:52:45 PM
    $866 Must-Have Tools Giveaway
    https://www.anyviewer.com/partners/cohost/must-have-tools-giveaway-8915.html (https://www.anyviewer.com/partners/cohost/must-have-tools-giveaway-8915.html)
    I picked up the WinX HD Video Converter Deluxe
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 25, 2022, 08:59:52 PM

    Windows 10 or 11 Microsoft appears confused
    (https://d1ka0itfguscri.cloudfront.net/Lh/2022/06/25/18/55/c31TFNV0h5c/preview.jpg)
    https://youtu.be/_fxXwY8c7vE (https://youtu.be/_fxXwY8c7vE)
    I expected an update to Windows 10 Insider Preview Beta Build.
    I again wound up with Windows 11. Microsoft apparently doesn't
    follow its own rules on a system that can't run Windows 11
    and installs it anyway.
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: bob3160 on June 29, 2022, 06:45:24 PM

    AI Drawing website
    (https://i.imgur.com/H8D1M9om.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/H8D1M9o.png)
    https://youtu.be/V81vYHP59tw (https://youtu.be/V81vYHP59tw)
    Why not put Artificial Intelligence to work and let it draw something for you.
    Even something outrageous. You can try it for yourself at: https://www.craiyon.com/ (https://youtu.be/V81vYHP59tw)
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: Asyn on June 30, 2022, 10:15:06 AM
    Thunderbird 102 Released: A Serious Upgrade To Your Communication
    https://blog.thunderbird.net/2022/06/thunderbird-102-released-a-serious-upgrade-to-your-communication/
    Title: Re: Interesting Software and System News
    Post by: DavidR on June 30, 2022, 11:39:15 AM
    Thunderbird 102 Released: A Serious Upgrade To Your Communication
    https://blog.thunderbird.net/2022/06/thunderbird-102-released-a-serious-upgrade-to-your-communication/

    Certainly interesting, but for me one feature stands out and that is the new 'Thunderbird 102’s Import / Export Wizard'.

    This missing feature has been the proverbial pain in the backside for years.