March 2010
15 posts
5 tags
Create a “Switch Between Windows” Shortcut in...
Since Windows Vista, Microsoft has added a flashy and more cool looking version of ALT-TAB aka window switching. It’s a 3D Aero animation. But unfortunately, the keyboard shortcut for this is the Windows Key + Tab. Needless to say this is an uncomfortable shortcut, which is why ALT-TAB is more frequently used. But, you can create a shortcut that allows you to use this function with one...
Mar 1st
February 2010
39 posts
6 tags
Relocate Windows 7 profile directory!
This is a little piece of software that allows to you to relocate the location of the Windows User Profile directory. The description on their site says: Profile Relocator is a step-based application that allows the re-locating of the Windows Users profile directory. Once re-located, any created profiles will appear in the new location in their entirety. The advantage to doing this allows...
Feb 28th
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End of support for XP SP2 and Vista RTM
The end of support dates of XP SP2 and Vista RTM are soon approaching. According to the Microsoft site: If you are using Windows XP SP2 or even SP1, I strongly recommend you upgrade to SP3. If you are using Vista, I suggest you upgrade to SP2 or consider installing Windows 7. Also, even though it doesn’t say there support for Windows 2000 is ending as well.
Feb 27th
4 tags
Windows 7 Drive Icon Changer
This is a little program called Windows 7 Drive Icon Changer that allows you change the drive icon in My Computer. For example: Another screenshot: You can download this tiny program from [here]. Enjoy!
Feb 26th
3 tags
Software updates (25-02-10)
Here we go: Thunderbird ((e-mail client)) Version released - 3.0.2 Maxthon ((web browser)) Version released - 2.5.12.4456 Beta Google Chrome ((web browser)) Version released - 5.0.335.0 Beta CCleaner ((computer maintenance)) Version released - 2.29.1111 CCleaner is highly recommended! Enjoy!
Feb 26th
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Software updates (24-2-10)
Here we go: Opera ((web browser)) 10.50 Beta 2 (Build 3273) Flash Player ((plugin)) 10.1.51.95 Beta 3 Picasa ((photo management)) 3.6 Build 105.41 I have noticed that the new beta versions of Opera, have gotten really fast with Javascript, I advise you try it out. Full blown browser comparison coming soon! Happy downloading!
Feb 25th
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Extract resource files from DLL, EXE and OCX...
This is a small program that allows you to extract icons, images and other files that are within a DLL, EXE or OCX file. It’s called ResourceExtract. Runs on all Windows versions. It also requires no installation. Screenshot: You can download the program from [here]. P.S - I am not running a pre-XP system. I just felt like changing my Windows 7 to look old-school. :) Enjoy!
Feb 25th
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Software updates (23-02-10)
Here we go: VMware Player ((virtualization)) Version released - 3.0.1 GPU-Z ((benchmarking, hardware monitoring)) Version released - 0.3.9 TightVNC ((VNC, remote control)) Version released - 2.0 Beta 1 WinZip ((compression)) Version released - 14.0.9029 Not gonna link to the sites today, too tired.
Feb 24th
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Software updates (22-02-10)
Here we go: Notepad++ ((text editor, programming)) Version released - 5.6.7 LimeWire Basic ((filesharing, P2P)) Version released - 5.4.8 FileZilla ((FTP client)) Version released - 3.3.2 I highly recommend Notepad++ for all kinds of text editing. HTML, PHP, CSS it does it all. Actually, I used Notepad++ to edit the template for this blog. Also, FileZilla is the best FTP client for...
Feb 23rd
5 tags
Gundam Unicorn S1E01 [SUBBED]
It has been subbed! You can also download the video from here: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=U5VU4LH7 Enjoy!!
Feb 22nd
3 tags
Software updates (21-02-10)
Here we go: MagicISO ((image mounters)) Version released - 5.5.281 FrostWire ((filesharing, P2P)) Version released  - 4.20.1 PeaZip ((compression)) Version released - 3.0.0 Foobar2000 ((audio player)) Version released - 1.0.1 beta 1  I highly recommend foobar2000. It’s an amazing piece of software if you are a music lover with a lot of music.
Feb 22nd
4 tags
Gundam Unicorn S1E01 [UNSUBBED]
Here it is! It’s still unsubbed, so be patient. xD Will update when subbed episode comes out.
Feb 21st
5 tags
Customize your right-click context menu in Windows...
This is a tiny piece of software that allows you to change the options in the right-click context menu under Windows 7. It’s called Right-Click Extender. Screenshot: Full list of options File and Folder Options: - Option to add or remove Copy To - Option to add or remove Move To - Option to add or remove Admin Command Prompt - Option to add or remove Encrypt/Decrypt - Option to add...
Feb 21st
3 tags
Software updates (19-02-10)
So here we go: RealPlayer SP ((media player)) Version released  - 1.1 Security Essentials ((security)) Version released - 1.0.1959 Vista Inno Setup ((installer creator)) Version released - 5.3.8 SuperAntiSpyware ((security, anti-spyware)) Version released - 4.34.1000 Pidgin ((IM, multi-platform)) Version released - 2.6.6 Enjoy!
Feb 20th
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Make Windows 7 Desktop Preview appear faster!
This is a small program that allows you to make the Desktop Preview function on Windows 7 faster or slower. Even turn it off. The program is called - Desktop Peek Tweak. Screenshot: You can download the program from [here]. Enjoy!
Feb 20th
3 tags
Software updates (18-02-10)
Here we go: uTorrent ((torrent client)) Version released - 2.0.1 Beta 18244 Vista Codec Package  ((media, codec)) Version released - 5.5.9 ICQ ((IM)) Version released - 7.0.1211 SeaMonkey ((browser)) Version released - 2.0.3 ATI Catalyst Drivers ((drivers)) Version released - 10.2 Vista Happy downloading!
Feb 19th
5 tags
about:memory
This is a nifty little trick that allows you to see how much memory Chrome/Firefox is using without going into the Task Manager/Process Monitor. Type in “about:memory”. Some screenshots: On Firefox: On Chrome: (Click to enlarge image) Enjoy!
Feb 19th
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Software updates (17-02-10)
Here are today’s updates: Ad-Aware ((security)) Version released - 8.2.0.0 MySQL ((database)) Version released - 5.1.44 Spyware Terminator ((security, anti-spyware)) Version released - 2.6.7.125 Beta WinSCP ((FTP/SFTP/SCP client)) Version released - 4.2.6 [Also the software used to SSH into your iPhone/iPod Touch] Paint.NET ((photo editing)) Version released - 3.5.4 Beta 1 Happy...
Feb 18th
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Photo of the day (17-02-10)
Source - Flickr. A beautiful photo of subway construction under the streets of Rome. P.S - This is the 100th post on this blog. :)
Feb 18th
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Software updates (16-02-10)
Today we have two software updates that are related media. So here we go: QuickTime Alternative ((media player, alternative, codec)) Version released - 3.1.1 AIMP ((media player)) Version released - 2.60.551 (Note - site is in Russian, so you might want to use Google Translate to read the stuff) Enjoy!
Feb 17th
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Feb 17th
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Software updates (15-02-10)
Today we have about four updates. Most major one being of course WinRAR. Some terminology RC - Release Candidate So here we go: WinRAR 3.92 (32-bit) ((compression)) Version released - 3.92 Defraggler ((defragmentation)) Version released - 1.17.172 Password Safe ((security, password storage)) Version released - 3.21 Filezilla ((FTP, file sharing)) Version released - 3.3.2 RC2 Enjoy!
Feb 16th
5 tags
Download FB albums with a desktop app!
This is a piece of software called Fotobounce that allows you to download Facebook photos. Yes, this means that you download all your friend’s photos to your PC. This is very useful if you are closing your Facebook account and want a backup of all your photos stored on Facebook. Some screenshots: (Click to enlarge) You can download Fotobounce from here: ...
Feb 15th
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Software updates (14-02-10)
Since it’s Sunday, we only have one software update. This software is an alternative to the built-in disk defragmenter that comes with Windows. So here it is: MyDefrag ((defragmenter, system maintenance)) Version released - 4.2.8 I don’t think this tool is needed much anymore. With modern OSes and the NTFS file system used by Windows, disk fragmentation is very low. Fragmentation...
Feb 15th
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Speed up Acrobat Reader!
If you still use Adobe Acrobat Reader (I don’t think you should), you’ll notice that it takes a long time to load especially on slower computers. There is a way to speed up the loading of this gigantic piece of software. This is done by removing the unneeded plugins that Adobe Reader automatically installs. Make sure Adobe Reader is not running when you are doing this. Here is how to...
Feb 15th
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Software updates (13-02-10)
Today we only have three software updates (that I know of). So here we go: Google Chrome ((web browser)) Version released - 5.0.322.2 Beta VirtualBox ((OS virtualization)) Version released - 3.1.4.57640 AbiWord ((word processing)) Version released - 2.8.2 Happy downloading!
Feb 14th
4 tags
Change the Windows 7 start menu orb!
NOTE - I am not responsible for any damage to your computer. This is a tiny piece of software, that allows you change the start menu orb. Before you start, create a System Restore point, so you can restore your PC if anything goes wrong. To do this go to Control Panel -> System -> System Protection -> Create A screenshot of the software: Make sure you run the program as admin....
Feb 14th
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Software updates (12-02-10)
Today we have a bunch of updates, some of them might not be well known. But, here we go: 3D Mark Vantage ((benchmarking)) Version released: 1.0.2 Speccy ((benchmarking)) Version released: 1.00.108 Beta Avast! Antivirus ((security, antivirus)) Version released: 5.0.418 Growl ((notification)) Version released: 2.0.1 Limewire Basic ((P2P, file-sharing)) Version released: 5.5.1 Beta Flash...
Feb 13th
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Remove shortcut arrow from all icons!
Disclaimer - This involves changing values in your Registry. If you are intimidated by the registry, don’t do this. I’m not responsible for any damage you do to your PC. Backup your registry before you start: Start regedit File -> Export (Make you select Computer, so it saves all of your registry) Save the file in a good location. How to delete the shortcut arrow: Start...
Feb 12th
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Software updates (11-02-10)
Beginning today I have decided to post a daily post containing software updates of popular software. Today’s three updates are mostly beta updates, with only one of them being a normal release. Here you go: Opera ((Web browser)) Version released - 10.50 Beta 1 (Build 3247) Miranda ((IM, multi-protocol)) Version released - 0.8.14 AIM ((IM, chat client)) Version released - 7.2.3.10...
Feb 12th
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Create a ISO file of Windows updates!
This is a small program called WSUS Offline Update that let’s you download Windows updates for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 (both 32 and 64-bit versions). The best thing about this program is that it allows you download the updates and makes a ISO file for you. This is great if you setup a lot of PCs and want to have all the updates handy. It also allows you to save the updates on a flash drive...
Feb 10th
4 tags
CCNA3 PowerPoints
All the chapter PowerPoints for CCNA3 (LAN Switching and Wireless) can be downloaded. We need not depend on the teacher to send us the PowerPoints anymore. :D The PowerPoints can be downloaded from here: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=X42J7VYA Password for zip file : staticsafe All credit for this finding goes to Nico. Thanks a lot! Please comment below and leave your thanks.
Feb 10th
3 tags
Backup your Firefox profile!
If you are a big fan of Mozilla Firefox like me, you know that Firefox is very customizable. But the downside is that if you somehow lose all your data (virus attack, re-format, new OS install, new PC) you may want to recover these settings. This method backs up your: bookmarks extensions aka addons session backups (especially if you are using TabMix Plus) How to go around doing this: Open...
Feb 8th
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Google Ad at Superbowl
OMG, nicely done Google! Posted via email from staticsafe’s posterous | Comment »
Feb 8th
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Demonoid registrations are open!
The popular semi-private torrent site Demonoid has opened their registration to the masses. Go sign up now! I don’t know when the registrations will close again. The main site is here  - www.demonoid.com Registration page is here - http://www.demonoid.com/register.php Demonoid is a great site, with a lot of amazing torrents. You might be amazed what you will find there, so what are you...
Feb 7th
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Simple way to hide a file!
WARNING - Before I start, I must tell you that you should not do this on your main hard drive, as the folder cannot be renamed or deleted. Use a empty flash drive instead, which can be formatted later. Create a new folder. Rename the folder like this - hold the Alt key and then press 255 on the NUM pad. You will see that now there will be an empty spot where the folder name is supposed to...
Feb 7th
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Tech Update is back!
After months of hibernation, Albert and Bauer are finally back with a new episode of Tech Update. Enjoy! To get the episodes before it comes out on YouTube, become a fan of the TigerDirect page on Facebook. You can find it @ http://www.facebook.com/TigerDirect Posted via email from staticsafe’s posterous | Comment »
Feb 6th
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Facebook Begins Rolling Out Latest Redesign (Pics)...
Facebook has just started rolling out a new homepage design to a small number of users, and will be deploying it on a wide scale in the near future. The design takes the navigational elements that have previously been tucked under the “Applications” menu and returns them to the left sidebar of the page (which is actually where they were a long time ago). The design also includes some UI...
Feb 5th
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Change date attributes of any file or folder!
I have discovered a very useful bit of software called Attribute Changer. This software allows to change the date attributes. It allows you make the following changes: Date created, modified or accessed. Change the folder type (Read-only, Hidden, Archive, System, Compress, and index.) This software may be very useful to us students, if you know what I’m talking about. A screenshot: ...
Feb 2nd