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[Windows] Securely erase all data on hard drives, USB drives, or floppy disks with Active@ Killdisk

Justin December 5, 2012 10

Do you want to delete things off your computer and external devices without any hope of it ever being recovered? Well now you can with Active@ Killdisk. This is a program that doesn’t just delete data off your hard disk; it destroys the data so that it can never [...]

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[Windows] Change, add, and delete metadata from digital photos with Pro Photo Tools

Justin December 4, 2012 0

Changing common metadata properties on your digital photographs is now super easy thanks to Pro Photo Tools from Microsoft. The program actually allows you to place your photos right on the Live Earth map and then drag them to the right location. After that, the GPS information will be stored [...]

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[Windows] Quickly convert videos between popular formats and download Youtube videos with Ace Video Converter

Justin December 4, 2012 0

There are a lot of different video converters out there. Although I have tried a number of converters, I found Ace Video Converter to be one of the easiest to use. Best of all, I did not notice many limitations in the free version. They do offer a pro version, [...]

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[Windows] Free Studio is a collection of 48 DVDVideoSoft tools that allow you to convert videos, convert audios, burn CDs/DVDs/BDs, download Youtube videos, and more

Justin December 3, 2012 5

If you have ever heard of DVDVideoSoft, you already know that they offer a ton of free video, audio and image tools. Downloading all of them not only takes a lot of time, but it is frustrating having to search for each program you want. It would be easier if [...]

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[Windows] Best free video player program

William December 3, 2012 28
[Windows] Best free video player program

The ability to play video is one of the most utilized features in today’s media enthused world; therefore, you would think people would pay more attention to the quality of their video player. However, the sad fact is that the majority of people usually use Windows Media Player or iTunes [...]

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[Windows] Listen and record internet radio and podcasts with RadioMaximus Portable

Justin December 3, 2012 3

Looking for a great portable internet radio program? Well, you may want to give RadioMaximus Portable a try. This program allows you to listen to podcasting and the radio free, wherever you want. You can also choose to record what you are listening to so you can listen to it [...]

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[Windows] Make your mouse wrap/loop around the edges of your screen with Mousinity (aka “infinity” effect)

Justin December 2, 2012 2

Have you ever wished you could get your mouse to wrap around your screen? Like, if you take it off-screen on the right side it would pop up on the left, and vice versa? Alright, so maybe it is not a common request, but is a complaint that I have [...]

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[Windows] Best free PDF to Word converter (PDF to DOC or RTF)

Ashraf December 2, 2012 27
[Windows] Best free PDF to Word converter (PDF to DOC or RTF)

Presentation is often a key element when it comes to sharing documents or files. The issue is, when you put together a document in a word processor, there is no way of knowing how the person you are sending the document to will view it; depending on what word processor [...]

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[Windows] Clean your PC after virus infection with Norman Malware Cleaner, a portable anti-malware tool

Justin December 2, 2012 5

Finding a good malware remover is hard. However, finding a good one that you don’t have to install is nearly impossible. Norman Malware Cleaner promises to be that product. The download is rather large, but it is a small price to pay for a program that can get around viruses [...]

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[Windows] Extract any type of archive or compressed file with Universal Extractor

Justin December 1, 2012 6

Universal Extractor is a program that does just what it sounds like. It extracts stuff, and not just a little bit of stuff, a LOT of stuff. The program is not supposed to be a replacement for a general purpose archiving program (like 7-Zip), as it cannot create archives. However, [...]

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[Windows] Organize your DVD collection and keep it up-to-date with EMDB

Justin December 1, 2012 2

EMDB is a great program to help you keep your whole DVD collection up-to-date. Regardless if your videos are stored digitally or on a DVD, you can enter them into this database and see which movies you own quickly. Not only that, but information can be added about each movie [...]

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[Windows] Be notified when you turn on Caps Lock, Scroll Lock, or Num Lock with Keyndicate

Justin November 30, 2012 8

Does your keyboard tell you when your CapsLock is on? Some new keyboards do, but if you’re using an old one, it might not. What about your ScrollLock or NumLock? Well now with Keyndicate you can clearly see which keys are on by checking out your tray menu. This is [...]

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Windows 8 Pro Microsoft Surface tablet is confirmed to cost $899 and up, available in January

Ashraf November 30, 2012 4

Feel the $499 and up price tag for Surface RT is outrageous? You may throw a fit after hearing what Surface 8 Pro is going to sell for. I’ll give you a hint — it starts at $899.

Microsoft has officially confirmed the Windows 8 Pro version of Microsoft Surface [...]

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Microsoft plans on releasing one new Windows version every year, starting with ‘Windows Blue’ in 2013

Ashraf November 30, 2012 12

Until now, Microsoft and Apple have had different ways of updating their desktop operating systems, Mac OS X and Windows. Apple works off a 1-2 year release cycle and prices each consecutive update $30-$50. Microsoft, on the other hand, has no set release cycle. Microsoft releases new version of Windows [...]

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[Windows] Download online streaming video and audio with VSO Downloader

Justin November 30, 2012 8

There are tons of programs out there that can download audio and video off the internet. However, one of the best ones I have used in a long time is VSO Downloader. This program allows you to download audio and video streaming from thousands of different sites. What makes [...]

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[Windows] Download manga to your computer easily with DomDomSoft Manga Downloader

Justin November 29, 2012 4

If you are into reading manga, you know that keeping up with all your favorite books can be a chore. Well, DomDomSoft Manga Downloader is an easy way to help you keep up with it. This is a program that helps you easily download your favorite manga. Downloads are quick, [...]

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[Windows] Convert your documents to various types with Universal Document Converter

Justin November 29, 2012 14

Universal Document Converter is a great program for people who are looking to convert their documents to other formats easily. The program itself is easy to use and coverts things very quickly. Unfortunately, the “free” version is essentially a demo — it does not have any limitations or restrictions but [...]

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[Windows] EditPad Lite could be the perfect free text editor to replace your aging Notepad (or Wordpad)

Justin November 28, 2012 11

If you’re looking for a good alternative to Windows Notepad, then you will be happy you stumbled across this program. EditPad Lite is a great freeware text editor that has been developed as a replacement for Notepad. It is able to do everything that Notepad can do with some extra [...]

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[Windows] Easily create labels for your CDs, cases, DVD booklets, etc. with EZ Label Xpress

Justin November 28, 2012 1

Have you ever wanted to create labels for your CDs and DVDs? What about some nice cover art for your CD jewel cases or DVD cases? If you have, then you might want to check out EZ Label Xpress. Sure, this program may not be top of the line, [...]

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[Windows] Quickly split large folders into smaller ones with Folder Axe

Justin November 27, 2012 1

Do you have some large folders on your computer that you wish you could easily split up into smaller folders? Well now you can with Folder Axe. The program was made with this one propose in mind, and it allows you to accomplish this goal in many different ways.[...]

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[Windows] Take control and organize your media with Data Crow

Justin November 27, 2012 1

Are you looking for a great way to add more information to the media on your computer and keep it better organized? Well if you said yes, then Data Crow is for you. This program not only allows you to enter detailed information about all of your pictures, movies, software [...]

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[Windows] Edit your photos quickly with portable image editor Easy Image Modifier

Justin November 26, 2012 1

Looking to quickly edit your photos without having to install anything? Well, you might want to give Easy Image Modifier a try. This is a program that gives you quick access to a bunch of different tools that you can use to modify your images.[...]

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[Windows] Easily create new folders for your files in just a few clicks with Files 2 Folder

Justin November 26, 2012 3

The folder creation system on Windows has not changed much since…I don’t know…’98? Now thanks to Files 2 Folder, you can easily create folders for your files with just a few clicks of your mouse. By simply right clicking a file, you can select Files 2 Folder from the [...]

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[Windows] Create folders by simply dragging and dropping files on top of each other with Smart Folders

Justin November 25, 2012 2

Creating folders on your Android folder is super easy. How would you like to have that same functionality on your Windows desktop? Well, for those of you who said yes, Smart Folders is here to save the day. This program can help you easily create folders by just dragging and [...]

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[Windows] Easily record videos and capture what you see on your screen with Any Video Recorder

Justin November 25, 2012 9

Recording video off your computer is something that a lot of people like to do. However, finding a good free video recorder can be hard to do. When I first came across AnvSoft Any Video Recorder I figured it would be more of the same. However, I have to [...]

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[Windows] Find duplicate images on your computer (even if they are different formats) with Image Deduplicator

Justin November 24, 2012 9

Do you have multiples of the same picture saved on your computer, or at least want to find out if you do? Well there is a program for that! Image Deduplicator can help you find duplicated images on your computer, even if they are saved in a different format.[...]

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[Windows] Quickly capture, and edit, screenshots of your computer with Snapshotor

Justin November 24, 2012 4

If you have seen one screen capture tool, you have seen them all, right? Well, that is what I figured until I gave Snapshotor a try. This is a program that gives you the ability to edit your screenshots before you even save them. The program takes a bit of [...]

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[Windows] Compare audio files side-by-side with Dual Player

Justin November 23, 2012 3

Dual Player is a pretty easy-to-use program that allows you to quickly compare two sound files. The whole point behind doing this is so you can easily tell if there is a difference between these two files. Let’s see how well Dual Player does.[...]

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[Windows] Identify the true file type of files (even ones with hidden or fake extensions) with FileTypeDetective

Justin November 23, 2012 4

FileTypeDetective is a very helpful application that can be used to detect the file type of unknown files. As I am sure most of you know, every file on your computer has an extension. If it is a binary file it also has a number in its header that can [...]

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[Windows] Make excellent collages with Photo Collage Max

Justin November 22, 2012 0

Making calendars, greeting cards and photo walls can be hard if you don’t have the right software. The good news is that Photo Collage Max is here to help. Although the program comes off feeling more like a demo (because of the watermarks), it is definitely worth checking out. It [...]

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[Windows] Clean and optimize your computer with System Optimize Expert

Justin November 22, 2012 2

If you’re looking for one of the best system cleaning, scanning and optimizing products on the market, you can’t go wrong with System Optimize Expert. This program is extremely powerful and easy to use. The program is free (kind of) and can help relieve you of a sluggish PC.[...]

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[Windows] Split large files into smaller pieces with inSplitter Files

Justin November 21, 2012 6

There are a lot of programs out there that can split files into smaller, more manageable pieces. However, one of the easiest ones I have used in a long time is inSplitter Files. This program can easily split big files and allows you to rejoin them without having to [...]

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[Windows] Free WinX DVD Ripper Platinum (v7.0)!

Ashraf November 21, 2012 14

It is has been a while since dotTech posted about a freebie. We have sort of drifted away from freebies and more towards reviews and news. However, this opportunity was too good to pass-up — free WinX DVD Ripper Platinum!

As Digiarty Software does every year, they are celebrating Thanksgiving [...]

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[Windows] Emsisoft Emergency Kit has four tools to help you take control of your PC after malware infection

Justin November 21, 2012 2

Do you like programs that don’t hold your hand while you use them? If so, Emsisoft Emergency Kit is for you. This is a powerful cleaning program that can help you remove even the toughest-to-remove threats from your computer. That being said, this is not a program that should be [...]

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[Windows] Broken mouse? Can’t properly double-click? ClickAid provides on-screen mouse assistance for people who have trouble using a traditional mouse

Justin November 20, 2012 2

Have you ever had trouble getting your mouse to doubleyclick? What about holding certain buttons down while using your mouse at the same time? Alright, so these are not problems that everyone suffers from, but the ones that do now have a new best friend, and it’s called ClickAid.[...]

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