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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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New Stickies v7.0a comes with new features, changes, and fixes
Recall Stickies, one of dotTech’s most favorite sticky note programs. Back when I reviewed Stickies it was v6.7a. Since then the developer of Stickies has been hard at work and has released v7.0a. v7.0a brings new wonders to us Stickies fans:
What’s new since version 6.7a
New features
- Image stickies
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Free 1 year license for IObit Security 360 Pro!
IObit Security 360 is a fairly new anti-malware (spyware/adware/trojans/keyloggers/bots/worms/hijackers) software by IObit, the makers of the famous Advanced SystemCare.
Sticking true to their nature, IObit offers a freeware and Pro version of IObit Security 360. The differences between Pro version and the free version are as follows:
Now, I [...]
Read More »[Review] Extra DVD to All MP4 Ripper
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 17, 2009 is:
Extra DVD to All MP4 Ripper
Version reviewed:
v6.7
System Requirements:
Windows 98/ME/2000/NT/XP/Vista
Software description as per GOTD:
Extra DVD to All MP4 Ripper is flexible and easy to use DVD ripper software. It can quickly convert DVD movies to Apple
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Free Paragon Partition Manager 9.5 Pro again – 32-bit and 64-bit this time
Paragon has been promoting their Partition Manager 9.5 Pro very aggressively in the past 1-2 months. Again they are running another promo, which will last until October 18, 2009. For a limited time you can get Paragon Partition Manager 9.5 Pro for free! This time, there are 32-bit and 64-bit [...]
Read More »[Review] Video Download Capture
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 16, 2009 is:
Video Download Capture
Version reviewed:
v2.3.3 Pro
System Requirements:
Windows 2007, Windows 2008, Windows XP and Vista 64Bit
Software description as per GOTD:
Video Download Capture is the easiest online Flash video downloader for everyone. More than any YouTube downloader or
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TubeMaster++: automatically download, and convert, streaming media (audio and video) off the internet
Tubemaster++ is an open source, freeware, easy-to-use, streaming media downloader (FLV, MP4, MOV, and MP3). Similar to URL Snooper and WebVideoCap, TubeMaster++ works by monitoring network traffic via different types of protocols (and therefore is browser and website independent also). The difference, however, is TubeMaster++ has a (more) user friendly [...]
[Review] Easy Macro Recorder 3.75
Please visit http://dottech.org/shareware-reviews/14987 for an updated review on Easy Macro Recorder.[...]
Read More »[Review] AnVir Task Manager 6.1.0
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 14, 2009 is:
AnVir Task Manager 6.1.0
Version reviewed:
v6.1.0
System Requirements:
Windows XP, Vista, 7 (x32, x64)
Software description as per GOTD:
AnVir Task Manager controls everything running on computer, removes Trojans, increases performance and tweaks Windows.AnVir Task Manager provides convenience by offering
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WinPatrol vs AnVir Task Manager: clarification on the different editions, and differences and unique advantages of both
Today a dotTechie posted an interesting comment:
Ashraf, as I read your review, something tickled a few neurons regarding your usage of WinPatrol as an alternative. I did a little research, and low and behold, in your “Prevention, detection, and cure: 9 programs…” article you recommend WinPatrol for use as
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ZoneAlarm Pro free for 24 hours only!
Like they ran a promotion last year, ZoneAlarm is again giving away their ZoneAlarm Pro for free. This promotion will only last for 24 hours, starting on Octoboer 13, 2009, so get it while you can if you want it (click here).
Personally, I won’t be getting ZoneAlarm Pro firewall [...]
Read More »[Review] Startup Defender 1.9.5
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 13, 2009 is:
Startup Defender 1.9.5
Version reviewed:
v1.9.5
System Requirements:
Windows 2003, XP, 2000, 98, Me, Vista; Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0
Software description as per GOTD:
Startup Defender is a small program that sits in your Windows tray and constantly monitors in real
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[Review] GRT Deleted Files Recovery For NTFS
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 12, 2009 is:
GRT Deleted Files Recovery For NTFS
Version reviewed:
v1.0
System Requirements:
Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista and Windows 7
Software description as per GOTD:
Use GRT Deleted Files Recovery for NTFS to perform hard drive data recovery, or if you are
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Testdisk & PhotoRec: One of the most powerful data/partition recovery duo you will ever use
I remember long ago, in my Linux phase, I used to mess up my Windows partition about twice a day (don’t ask me how… it just happened). Back then, I discovered Testdisk and used it to recover/boot my Windows partition when I had problems (it was usually very successful). Since [...]
Read More »[Review] StaffLogger 3.0
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 10, 2009 is:
StaffLogger 3.0
Version reviewed:
v2.2
System Requirements:
Windows 98, Me, NT, 2000, XP, 2003, Vista; 10 Mb Hdd; 64Mb RAM
Software description as per GOTD:
Staff Logger is a time tracking & PC time-keeping tool. The program logs the exact time
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[Review] Extra DVD to MPEG Ripper
{rw_text}Giveaway of the day for October 10, 2009 is:
Extra DVD to MPEG Ripper
Version reviewed:
v6.7
System Requirements:
Windows 98/ME/2000/NT/XP/Vista
Software description as per GOTD:
Extra DVD to MPEG Ripper is flexible and easy to use DVD ripper software. It can quickly convert DVD movies to MPEG without any
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xNeat Clipboard Manager: lightweight and dead simple clipboard manager
Clipboard management is one of the most oversaturated software categories out there; it seems everyone and their uncle has created a clipboard manager. Heck, off the top of my head I can think of 3 different clipboard managers and two software with clipboard management tools which have been discussed on [...]