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[Windows] Add text and images, erase content, rotate pages, and more with WinPDFEditor
Being able to reliability edit PDFs is one of those few tasks that has yet to have a viable freeware solution. So to edit PDFs you must turn to shareware programs. WinPDFEditor is one of those shareware PDF editors. However, there are many shareware programs that claim to be able [...]
[Windows] F.lux automatically adjusts screen brightness based on time of day, to help protect your eyes [Mac OS X, Linux]
Mobile devices have an integrated ambient light sensor that allows the device to dim and brighten the screen depending on the environment. Most computer monitors do not include such a feature, and it can leave you staring at an exceptionally bright display even during the wee hours of the night, [...]
[Windows] Backup your files and folders with 1-abc.net Backup, a portable file-level backup program
dotTech has a review of best free backup software for Windows. If, however, you don’t like the programs we recommended in our review or are looking for another option, 1-abc.net Backup is yet file-level backup program you can try. Let’s see if it is worth your time.[...]
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Read More »[Windows] Protect yourself from malware and malicious websites by running your browser in a sandbox with SecuBrowser
The traditional way to fight malware is to use an anti-virus (or anti-malware, if you prefer to call it that). A newer way to protect against malware that has emerged in the last decade or so is using a sandbox — isolating attack vectors (e.g. your browser) so even if [...]
[Windows] Easily resize windows to fill up the empty space on your screen when multi-tasking with WinMaximumize
Ever multi-task? I’m sure most dotTechies multi-task often with multiple windows open at the same time. dotTech has featured WinSplit Revolution in the past, a program that allows you to easily tile windows on-screen. However, what if you don’t necessarily want to tile windows but rather easyily arrange windows so [...]
[Windows] Remove watermarks from PDFs with SoftOrbits PDF Logo Remover
Sometimes you may find a PDF that has a watermark which you want to remove (for whatever reason). SoftOrbits PDF Logo Remover is a program that claims to allow you to remove those watermarks. Let’s see if it does what it claims to do.[...]
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Read More »[Windows] Easily pin files, folders, and libraries to the taskbar with TaskbarPinner
The Windows taskbar is a fantastic tool when used properly. Unfortunately, there are some minor restrictions that make it less useful, even with its tremendous potential. For example, you cannot pin a shortcut for a folder to the taskbar. If you try to pin a folder shortcut, it will instead [...]
[Windows] StarBurn is a portable CD, DVD, Blu-ray, and HD-DVD burning suite
If you are a regular dotTechies, chances are you have already read our review on best free CD/DVD/Blu-ray burning program for Windows and have a burning program you like. However, if you are not happy with what you have currently or simply don’t have a good burner, then you may [...]
[Windows] Improve performance while gaming, watching videos, etc. with JetBoost, an alternative to Game Booster
Techies, geeks, and PC aficionados know how to optimize their system for maximum performance. Most average Joes, however do not know how to optimize their machine. Because of that simple fact, they turn to optimization software, which inherently automates the entire process. Applications like Game Booster and the AMD Fusion [...]
[Windows] Convert PDFs into 3D flipbooks with 3D Page Flipbook
PDFs are a very common format used by many people. Maybe too many people. If you want to do something to make yourself, your work, your product, your company, etc., then consider not using PDFs and instead using 3D flipbooks. And to help you do that is 3D Page Flipbook[...]
[Windows] Stellarium is an awesome digital planetarium for aspiring astronomers and geeks [Android, Mac OS X, Linux]
Since I was just a little squirt I’ve been fascinated with the stars. It blows my mind every time I stop and think about how massive the universe truly is. One of the most prominent ways to geek out is to grab an old fashioned telescope, sit in the dark [...]
[Windows] Snackr is a great RSS aggregator and reader, but it does not replace Google Reader [Mac OS X, Linux]
Google Reader is going away. Most folks already know that Google will be shutting the service down at the very beginning of July. While some could clearly care less about Reader retiring, the few of us who do care are frantically searching for a viable alternative. The honest truth is, [...]
[Windows] How to create custom screensavers and photo or image slideshows with IrfanView
I’m sure, by now, most dotTechies have heard of IrfanView, a popular freeware image viewer and Windows Photo Viewer alternative we featured in our list of 12 free image viewers on Windows. However, some people may not know IrfanView is not just an image viewer — it can do things [...]
[Windows] Create custom screensavers and image slideshows with gPhotoShow Pro
Windows come’s with many built-in screensavers and you have the option to download other screensavers. However, what is you want to create a custom slideshow using images of your own? Or maybe not a screensaver but an image slideshow? That is where gPhotoShow Pro comes in. Let’s see if it [...]
[Windows] NexusImage is a well designed, portable, and lightweight image viewer
It’s common knowledge that Windows has it’s own image viewer. The issue is the default image viewer is very basic, such as its inability to support animated GIFs. NexusImage is far from basic. NexusImage is a full featured image viewer, one that even allows you to view the EXIF data [...]
[Windows] Clean, optimize, and manage your computer with Ashampoo WinOptimizer, a program with over 20 different tools and features
There are many, many jack-of-all-trades-master-of-none system utilities out there that perform multiple functions under one roof, functions you would otherwise have to download multiple different programs for. Ashampoo WinOptimizer is another of those utilities. Is it any better than the rest? Is it worth the download? Let’s find out.[...]
[Windows] Free EaseUS Todo Backup Workstation (v5.8) — supports restore to dissimilar hardware! [dotTech Exclusive, 72-hours only]
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EaseUS Todo Backup has been featured on dotTech multiple times in the past. EaseUS Todo Backup Free is featured in our review of best free backup program for Windows and we have [...]
Read More »[Windows] Chocolatey brings Linux-like command line software installation to Windows
Windows is lacking what some Linux users sometimes take for granted, and that is package management (aka installing programs via command line). If you’re set in your ways and you refuse to switch to Linux to use package management, you can rest assured that Chocolatey may be for you.[...]
[Windows] Abiword is a lightweight word processor that still packs a punch [Mac OS X, Linux]
Sometimes you don’t need an entire office suite, you just need to write. That’s where Abiword comes in. Abiword is a simple yet full-featured word processing program. If you use XFCE on Linux, Abiword also happens to ship with the XFCE desktop environment as the XFCE team feels that Abiword [...]
[Windows] 3 free programs to easily encrypt files stored in cloud storage (Dropbox, SkyDrive, Google Drive, Box, etc.) [Mac OS X, iOS, Android]
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I’m sure many dotTechies use cloud storage service, at least sparingly if not frequently. One of the major concerns with cloud storage is the safety and privacy of data; no one wants their files, documents, etc. in the wrong hands. The best way to combat these concerns is to simply [...]
Read More »[Windows] Leawo Video Converter supports over a dozen input and output video and audio formats
dotTech has a review on best free video and audio converter for Windows, so I’m guessing most dotTechies already have a video/audio converter they regularly use. However, if you are still in the market for a video/audio converter, Leawo Video Converter wants your business. Let’s see if it is worth [...]
[Windows] Best free firewall — Online Armor vs Comodo vs Privatefirewall vs ZoneAlarm vs Outpost vs TinyWall
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There are two basic components of computer security: anti-virus/anti-malware and firewall. dotTech has already reviewed the best free anti-virus program for Windows. Now it is the turn of firewalls. Keep reading to learn about the best free firewall for Windows.
[Note: All the firewalls featured in this review are free [...]
Read More »Voidtools Everything is being actively developed again, update now to get latest version
Voidtools Everything search engine was first featured on dotTech back in February 2009. Due to its super fast search capability, Everything was an instant hit among dotTechies. Then last year dotTech rated Everything as the best free desktop search program for Windows. Unfortunately for Everything lovers stopped being actively developed [...]
Read More »[Windows] UltraSearch is a very fast desktop search program — and it uses no index
Third-party file location software (aka desktop search programs) is not a new concept. Most users have their favorites already. For example, many dotTechies prefer Everything, the desktop search program featured by dotTech as the best free desktop search program. However, UltraSearch may be a serious contender. Let’s see if it’s [...]
[Windows] Copy DVDs to ISO, DVD folder, or DVD disc with Aiseesoft DVD Copy
We have covered plenty of DVD ripper and/or copiers here on dotTech. If you have yet to find a DVD copy program that satisfies your need, then Aiseesoft DVD Copy wants to win your business. Let’s see if it is worth your time and money.[...]
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Read More »[Windows] Bulk rename files and modify file extensions with spacetornado Renamer
spacetornado Renamer is a brilliantly simple tool, but one that is most certainly necessary. All to often we’ve come into contact with files with the same names, files that are named the wrong way, situations where we are looking to organize our file names in some way, etc. This program [...]
[Windows] Add watermarks to multiple images at once with uMark Professional [Mac OS X]
The Internet has opened an avenue for artists, photographers, etc. to easily share their work with others, and gain recognition in the process. However, as easy it is to share content on the Internet, it is just as easy to steal it. As such, many people want the ability to [...]
[Windows] Cygwin brings Linux tools to Windows — even allows you to install Linux programs
If you’re like me, when you’re not using Linux, you feel like you’re lost. Luckily we have Cygwin. This program allows for Windows to act and behave more like Linux. This program does not convert Windows into anything in particular, but what it does do is allow you to [...]
[Windows] Recover lost or deleted files with Undelete 360
Everyone has accidentally deleted something and instantly regretted it. Or last important files due to computer crash. This is a universal thing. That’s why it’s very important that you have an undelete program installed. We’ve covered file restoration programs in the past. Undelete 360 is another one. Let’s see if [...]
[Windows] Lightshot is a portable and lightweight screenshot tool that allows easy editing and sharing [Mac OS X]
There are many instances where you might want to take a screenshot of what’s on your computer display. I won’t bother covering those instances, I’m sure you’re already familiar with them. After all, Windows has its very own screenshot app called ‘Snipping Tool’ and I’m sure you have read dotTech’s [...]
[Windows] Find and delete dead or duplicate bookmarks/favorites with AM-DeadLink
Bookmarks (or favorites, as they are known in Internet Explorer) are very useful in helping keep track of websites we want to revisit in the future, for one reason or another. The issue with bookmarks is often people have so many bookmarks, it is hard to manage them all. So [...]
[Windows] qBittorrent is an excellent torrent client [Linux, Mac OS X]
Torrenting is pretty popular infamous at this point; some would even say infamous. Of course many people use torrents for illegitimate purposes, but there’s a ton of legitimate uses for torrents. For example, many Linux distributions distribute OS files via ISOs delivered over torrents, as it is a good way [...]
[Windows] Eraser is the best free program for securely deleting files and folders and wiping free hard drive space
Having the utmost privacy on your Windows machine is a must. Heidi’s Eraser helps you keep your files private by ensuring they are permanently and securely deleted. With this program you’ll have peace of mind knowing that your personal data can’t be snooped and recovered once you have deleted it.[...]
[Windows] AllMyNotes Organizer is a feature-filled note-taking program
Nowadays there are plenty of ways to take and store notes. For example, there is the ever popular Evernote and the recently released Google Keep. However, if you are unhappy with note-taking services that are based in the cloud and prefer an offline solution, AllMyNotes Organizer may be what you [...]
[Windows] Manage booksmarks from Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Opera with LinkCollector
Do you use multiple browsers? Do you wish you had the ability to have all your bookmarks from each browser in one place? Or maybe you want the ability to sync bookmarks from one browser to the other? If so, LinkCollector wants your business. Let’s see if it is worth [...]