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[Review] Recover PDF Password
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for November 10, 2009 is:
Recover PDF Password
Version reviewed:
v2.3.0.60
System Requirements:
Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista, Windows Server 2008 x32, Windows 7, all x64 system platforms
Software description as per GOTD:
Password for your own PDF document was lost, forgotten, etc… This can happen
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[Review] AnyBizSoft PDF Password Remover
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for November 17, 2009 is:
AnyBizSoft PDF Password Remover
Version reviewed:
v1.0.0.6
System Requirements:
Windows XP/Vista/7
Software description as per GOTD:
Sometimes you have the legal right to copy or print the encrypted PDF document but forget the password. For example, one of your former colleague
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Free CO.CC domain for life!
Anyone remember my post on how to get your very own custom e-mail address for free? Well for those that don’t, let me sum up really quickly: I posted about how users can get a free CO.CC domain, and use Google Apps to get their very own custom e-mail address. [...]
Read More »Google Chrome nows comes as the default browser for some computers
As Lee Matthews of DownloadSquad.com recently discovered, Google has stuck deals with some OEMs (OEMs are companies like Dell, Sony, HP, Gateway, Toshiba, etc.) to ship computers with Google Chrome preinstalled. To make things more juicy, the Chrome icon is put on the desktop and is pinned to the taskbar [...]
Read More »Free Ashampoo UnInstaller 3!
Recently Peter, our friend from Denmark, wrote an article on his favorite uninstallers. In his article he mentioned how he likes to use Ashampoo Magical Uninstall. Well Peter, this article is for you (and anyone else that uses Ashampoo Magical Uninstall or a similar program). Ashampoo Magical Uninstall is actually [...]
Nero releases a free, stripped down version of Nero 9
Nero is popular for their feature filled, yet expensive, burning software. Well today Nero has released a stripped down free version of Nero 9:
To be honest, sure this may look like Nero is being generous finally offering a free version of their software, but, and I am being very [...]
Read More »Free Ashampoo Slideshow Studio 2010!
Ashampoo Slideshow Studio 2010 is a software that allows users to turn their images into animated movies (WMV only). Ashampoo Slideshow Studio 2010 features include:
- Timeline editing with drag & drop and preview.
- Cross-fades and graphical transitions between images.
- Thumbnail preview for fades and transitions.
- Add background sound for the
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Read More »Ask dotTechies: What Internet web browser do you (mainly) use?
Firefox is, more or less, known as the browser which initiated the browser wars. However, now with so many browsers out there, many users are using different browsers. So the query is simple. What internet browser do you mainly use?
[poll id="2"]
After you vote, feel free to post a [...]
Read More »[Review] AllMedia Grabber 4.2
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for November 4, 2009 is:
AllMedia Grabber 4.2
Version reviewed:
v4.2
System Requirements:
Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista
Software description as per GOTD:
Extract Thousands Pictures, Videos, Music, Sounds hidden inside programs / files on your computer with AllMedia Grabber. AllMedia Grabber searches in files (executables, libraries, custom controls,
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Is IObit Security 360 too good to be true? Malwarebytes claims theft of intellectual property.
You know when you have big dreams to do something, then you hear you won’t be able to attain what you want and all your hope and dreams come crashing down around you? Well this is how I feel when it comes to security software for my computer. I am [...]
Read More »Paragon Backup & Restore Free vs Macrium Reflect Free vs EASEUS Todo Backup vs DriveImage XML vs Acronis True Image Home: Which one should you use?
As mentioned in my recent article on Paragon Backup & Restore Free, I have written about many free image backup software – 10 to be exact. Out of all my articles, three were my top picks: Paragon Backup & Restore Free, Macrium Reflect Free, and EASEUS Todo Backup. I decided [...]
Read More »[Review] InPaint 2.0
Read an updated review on InPaint at http://dottech.org/commercial-software-reviews/16823.[...]
Read More »[Review] ScreenDash
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for November 2, 2009 is:
ScreenDASH
Version reviewed:
v3.0.3541
System Requirements:
Windows Vista SP1 or Windows 7; 2000, 2003 Server, XP Home or Professional Edition (SP2 or SP3)
Software description as per GOTD:
With the click of a button, you have the power to capture images
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Free SnagIt 7.2.5!
SnagIt is a popular name when it comes to screenshot software; it is well known for its great amount of features and user friendliness. Although I prefer FastStone Capture over SnagIt (as a matter of habit), what makes SnagIt so appealing to users is the fact that not only can [...]
[Review] Typing Assistant 5.0
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for November 1, 2009:
Typing Assistant 5.0
Version reviewed:
v5.0
System Requirements:
Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista/7; PC with Pentium 600 MHz or higher processor; 64MB RAM or more
Software description as per GOTD:
Typing Assistant Auto-Completes your frequently used words and phrases in any Windows application. The program
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[Review] RegTidy
Giveaway of the day for October 31, 2009 is:
RegTidy
Version reviewed:
3.5.0.100
System Requirements:
Windows 98/ME/2000/2003/XP/Vista/2008/Seven x32 & x64
Software description as per GOTD:
RegTidy is a powerful registry cleaner and registry optimizer, it speeds up your PC by cleaning your Windows Registry and helps you improve your PC’s
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Winners of free 1 year Panda Internet Security licenses and no review for giveaway of October 30, 2009
Hello Friends,
Two housekeeping things to discuss:
- I used Random.org to randomly select the winners of the free Panda Internet Security 2010 1 year license giveaway. These are the lucky people who won:
- RoseD1st
- Paul
- Paul (different Paul than the above)
- Mykeljomz
- Kev93
- Mohsen
- P Moreau
- Alain
- Steve O’Connor
- George
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[Review] novaPDF Standard
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 29, 2009 is:
novaPDF Standard
Version reviewed:
v6.4 Build 310 – Standard
System Requirements:
Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000 and 2000/2003/2008 Server (x32 and x64)
Software description as per GOTD:
novaPDF Standard is a PDF creator for Windows that lets users convert any type
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[Review] Disk Wiper 2010 Personal (English Version)
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 28, 2009 is:
Disk Wiper 2010 Personal (English Version)
Version reviewed:
v10, Build 8101 (16.04.09 )
System Requirements:
CPU: 300 MHz or higher; RAM: 256 MB; Disk space: 120 Mb; Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
Software description as per GOTD:
Now with support for
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[Review] Advanced URL Catalog 2.14
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 26, 2009 is:
Advanced URL Catalog 2.14
Version reviewed:
v2.14
System Requirements:
Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista, 2008 Server and Windows 7. Works with 32 & 64 bit versions (NB: it will not run under Windows 3.1 and Windows NT 3.1 or 3.5); Pentium
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[Review] Extra FLV SWF Video Converter
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 25, 2009:
Extra FLV SWF Video Converter
Version reviewed:
v6.7
System Requirements:
Windows 98/ME/2000/NT/XP/Vista
Software description as per GOTD:
Extra FLV SWF Video Converter is a powerful, universal YouTube FLV, Flash SWF video- conversion and video-split program that converts video files between all popular
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30 free 1 year Panda Internet Security 2010 keys – who wants them?
I generated a few extra keys from the Panda Windows 7 Launch Party giveaway. I am not going to use them so there is no point in letting them go to waste. Therefore, anyone that missed out on the Panda Windows 7 Launch Party giveaway or anyone that wants a [...]
Read More »[Review] Episode Downloader Deluxe
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 24, 2009 is:
Episode Downloader Deluxe
Version reviewed:
v2.3.2 Build 10/20/2009 – Deluxe
System Requirements:
Windows Operating System, Support x32 and x64
Software description as per GOTD:
Episode Downloader is designed to help you download free episodes, TV shows and Anime as you want.
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[Review] Chameleon Startup Manager
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for
Chameleon Startup Manager
Version reviewed:
v3.1.0.636
System Requirements:
Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/7/x64 Edition
Software description as per GOTD:
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
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Do It Again: Simple, easy-to-use free macro recorder that gets the job done
I am sure you have all heard of Easy Macro Recorder, a commercial macro recording software. Now I am going to tell you about a freeware macro recording software which is more simple than Easy Macro Recorder (doesn’t have any “macro editing” features) but more easier to use. dotTechies meet [...]
Read More »State of the blog address: dotTech turns 1
On this day last year dotTech was started. Well, technically speaking it was PoliticallyMotivated at that time but who is keeping tabs, right? Over the past year, from the first post to this most recent one, dotTech has blossomed from an unknown entity to one of the most respected, referenced, [...]
Read More »Free 1 year Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 (for Windows 7 launch party hosts and attendees)!
Remember my post on Windows 7 Launch Party? Well apparently Kaspersky is offering 1 year free of their Internet Security 2010 software for Windows 7 launch party hosts and attendees. I don’t know much more about this because the promotion page is not live yet (it is supposed to go [...]
Read More »Free 1 year Panda Internet Security 2010 (24 hours only)!
Panda is running a Windows 7 special. Users can get a 1 year license of Panda Internet Security 2010 for free for 24 hours:
To get started, visit the registration page (click here) and fill out the form (you will need to click on “Register Now”):
Although it lists many [...]
Read More »[Review] ASTRA32 2.03
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 22, 2009 is:
ASTRA32 2.03
Version reviewed:
v2.03
System Requirements:
Windows NT4/2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008/Windows 7/XP x64/Server 2003 x64/ Vista x64/Server 2008 x64/Windows 7 x64/95/98/ME
Software description as per GOTD:
ASTRA32 – Advanced System Information Tool is an ideal solution for providing comprehensive information about
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[Review] 3D Text Commander 3.0
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 21, 2009 is:
3D Text Commander 3.0
Version reviewed:
v3.0b
System Requirements:
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista
Software description as per GOTD:
Empower your Web site or software with realistic 3D text (static or animated). Generate impressive banners or navigation buttons with 3D text complete with shadows
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Free Ashampoo Presentations 2008 (Microsoft Office PowerPoint alternative)!
At the start of October I wrote about how to get Ashampoo Office 2008 for free. Now I am going to tell you about how to get Ashampoo Presentations 2008 for free! Take note Ashampoo Presentations is a part of Ashampoo Office so if you already have Ashampoo Office, there [...]
Read More »Free WinX DVD Author (for a limited time so hurry)!
Since September WinX has been running a promotion giving away their WinX DVD Platinum for free (it is still going on). Now they have started a new promotion giving away WinX DVD Author (v5.5.8) for free (promotion ends on 12:00 AM GMT November 1, 2009).
WinX DVD Author is a [...]
Read More »[Review] AnyBizSoft PDF to PowerPoint
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 20, 2009 is:
AnyBizSoft PDF to PowerPoint
Version reviewed:
v1.0.0.8/v1.0.0.12
System Requirements:
Windows XP/Vista 32bit; Additional software: Microsoft PowerPoint 2002/2003/2007/2010
Software description as per GOTD:
PDF to PowerPoint (PDF to PPT) is a professional PDF solution to convert PDF files to PowerPoint presentations. PDF
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No GOTD review for October 19, 2009 giveaway
Hello friends,
I am busy working on a special project for dotTech’s upcoming 1 year birthday (surprise! =P). Since I am behind schedule and I only have a few days left, I decided to skip out on reviewing today’s (October 19, 2009) giveaway.
Sorry for any inconvenience.
Take care,
Ashraf[...]
Read More »[Review] Returnil Virtual System 2010
{rw_text}Software reviewed in this article is:
Returnil Virtual System 2010
Both Returnil Virtual System 2010 Home Free and Returnil Virtual System 2010 Home Lux are reviewed in this article.
Version reviewed:
v3.0.6299.4937-REL
System OS:
Windows XP and higher
Price:
Returnil Virtual System 2010 Home Free is free for home use;
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