Microsoft has done a really great thing. The Microsoft MRT (Malicious Software Removal Tool) and Microsoft’s Defender (antivirus) now identifies the “Ask Toolbar” as malware. Antivirus companies have refused to do this because it is packaged with “legitimate” software like the Java Runtime. Microsoft was right to do this because no one wants the Ask Toolbar. Not only does it…
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Microsoft Office 2016 Preview
Microsoft Office 2016 Preview free to use for a year. That’s right! They want to you help them to shape the next release of Office? They are looking for Office enthusiasts to share your feedback on the new features and experiences they are developing. If you get excited about trying new software and don’t mind a bump…
Upgrade to Windows 10
You may have heard that the upgrade to Windows 10 will be free for most users. The idea is to have everyone using the same operating system including tablet a Windows Phone users. Usually you get a new version of Windows when you get a new computer. With Windows 10 everyone with Windows 7 and…
Watch TV Using Modern Apps
You can turn your Windows 8.1 of Windows 10 computer into an Internet media player. As it turns out the tablet mode on 8.1 or 10 and the Modern Apps are perfect for television viewing. I have Windows 10 Consumer Preview installed on my desktop computer that is connected to my TV. There many Windows Modern…
Linux Mint 17.2, More stable than ever!
The latest version of Linux Mint, 17.2 is outstanding. LM’s plan for staying with the Ubuntu 14.04 code-base is paying off. Linux Mint 17.2 is faster and less buggy than any previous version. It’s stability is unparalleled. LM 17.2 has updated UEFI support makes much easier to install on newer systems. Better support for NVIDIA graphic…
Teamviewer
TeamViewer is a proprietary computer software package for remote control, desktop sharing, online meetings, web conferencing and file transfer between computers. For Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux and even Blackberry.
Chrome Remote Desktop
Access other computers or allow another user to access your computer securely over the Internet. Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for…
The New ScreenSavers
The New Screen Savers is a variety show for tech on the TWiT network. Viewers get live tech help, interesting guests, insights into the latest innovations, products and trends, plus lots of fun things thrown in, too. There will also be special guest co-host appearances from Patrick Norton, Kate Botello, Kevin Rose, and more. The…
DD-WRT Router Firmware
DD-WRT is a Linux-based alternative OpenSource firmware suitable for a great variety of WLAN routers and embedded systems. Originally intended for the Linksys WRT-64G (the popular blue router) DD-WRT has been modified to be used with many popular low-cost routers. The DD-WRT firmware adds professional functionality like: Access Restristions Ad Blocking, Client Bridge, Client Mode,…
Microsoft Everywhere Announced At Build
This week at Microsoft’s “Build” conference we found out at least part of their new strategy is making their products available on every platform. Not just on Windows and Windows Phones but also Mac OS10, iOS, Google Chrome and the Chrome OS, Android as well as any web-browser. Not only will Microsoft apps be available on any…
Good-N-Free Meetup 