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4 Great Tools to Create Windows Installer Packages
For those of us that don't have the $ for InstallShield
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5 Utilities for Changing DNS Servers in Windows Reviewed
Plus, find the fastest one in your area
Even though most people don’t care, there are the few geeks out there who like to change the DNS servers on their system for reasons like speed, privacy and security. […]
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5 Windows Alternatives to the Linux sudo Command
In other words, pseudo sudo commands
If you’ve ever used Linux or know someone who uses Linux, then you’ve probably heard of the sudo command. The command is a critical component to just about every Linux […]
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Use HP Print and Scan Doctor to Fix Common Printer Problems
There are hundreds of things that can go wrong
I’m a huge fan of HP printers and I think overall they are the best printers for businesses as well as consumers. However, they come bundled with the worst possible […]
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20 of The Best TV Streaming Devices
There are now more than ever to choose from
While smart Internet enabled TVs are becoming more popular, there are still a lot of homes that don’t have them. However, with technology advancing so rapidly, the demand for smart […]
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Free Scan WiFi & Channel Scanner Software for Windows
A handy way to get info about your network
Looking for a quick way to scan all the WiFi networks in your area and seeing what channels they are running on? What about getting other info like the SSID, […]
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Track and Log USB Device Usage/Activity with USBLogView
Handy for IT admins or curious people
If you have a computer that is accessible to other people, then there may be times when you want to know what USB devices were plugged in. At an office, […]
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5 Free Programs to Completely Wipe a Hard Drive
You get the same results as the paid ones
Looking to sell an old computer and want to wipe the hard drive clean before you sell it? Whatever your reason may be, there are lots of programs out there […]
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Edit ID3 Tags in Linux and Windows With EasyTAG
A great way to organize your MP3s
Previously, we talked about ripping and encoding CDs; here, we’ll cover how to make sure those files are properly tagged. We’ll do this using a program called EasyTAG. First, though, […]
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Use GParted to Manage Disk Partitions in Windows
Delete, resize, or copy them as needed
Looking for a good partition manager for your Windows computer? One of the best programs out there is GParted. It’s open-source and supports just about every file system out there […]