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Tag Archives: Windows
[Windows] Best free file and data recovery software — TestDisk & PhotoRec vs Recuva vs Pandora Recovery vs Aidfile vs Puran vs Undelete 360
If you have ever deleted a file or an entire folder by mistake I’m sure you immediately regretted this and wanted to somehow retrieve the files which were ‘lost’. Luckily when a file is deleted in Windows, it is ...
Does this computer run Windows XP, Vista, 7, or 8? [Image]
This computer actually runs Windows XP but apparently someone likes messing with splash screens.
[Windows] Monitor what is happening on your computer and see what others have been doing with LastActivityView
I’ve covered several system monitoring apps here at dotTech, that allow you to see what users have been doing on your computer like TurnedOnTimesView, and Check5. For example, TurnedOnTimesView will tell you about the system being...
[Windows] Automatic Screenshot Capture automatically take screenshots based on user-specified time intervals
Taking screenshots can be quite tedious at times, especially when you use the native Windows Snipping Tool (Windows 7 and 8). That being said, screenshot tools are a dime a dozen, and there are hundreds of them. Some even offered ...
“Start Wandows Ngrmadly” [Image]
There is no other way to put this except to say: this computer is f***ed up.
Microsoft says Internet Explorer 11 will be available for both Windows 7 and Windows 8
Internet Explorer users that don’t plan on updating to Windows 8, or even the improved Windows 8.1 later this year can now rest easy — Microsoft has confirmed that Internet Explorer 11 will be making its way to Windows...
The Digital Storm Aventum II is one beast of a gaming rig — with a beast price, too
Tablet and smartphone sales are on the rise, and PC sales are dropping considerably, but that won’t stop a very specific crowd from upgrading their arsenal. PC gamers always strive to have the biggest and the best, because w...
[Windows] Hide open windows and programs with NCS WinVisible
A lot of households have a computer that’s used by multiple family members. Unfortunately, while it’s certainly a practical way to make use of a computer it does sacrifice individual privacy. Any window, application or website tha...
This computer user has been idle for… 408 years [Image]
Anyone want to top that?
[Windows] Best free instant messaging client — Trillian vs Digsby vs Miranda vs InstantBird
Instant messaging (IM) is an activity which almost if not all users of any PC, tablet, smartphone or any such device utilizes in this day and age and has become an integral part of everyday life for many. We are even subscribed to...
[Windows] BatteryCare is a useful tool for monitoring battery (power) level and temperature
There’s one piece of hardware in particular that can bring any techie, geek, or nerd to their knees- the battery. Without power, you can’t use any device and that goes for smartphones, tablets and laptops. Unfortunately, over time...
[Windows] Spruce up your desktop with HTC Home, a well-designed clock and weather widget for your computer
One thing that I find to be particularly lacking in Windows is a diverse selection of desktop widgets. Then again, that’s not taking into account many of the third party options available out there. This may seem strange, but one ...
[Windows] Silver Key is a simple file encryption tool that allows you to create self-extracting EXEs
One of the best ways to secure and lock down sensitive files, especially those you’re going to share online or store in the cloud is to use advanced encryption methods. Unfortunately, sending encrypted files can be a bit of a hass...
Samsung’s new ATIV Q hybrid tablet runs both Android and Windows 8 with a 3200 x 1800 resolution screen
Samsung recently announced a slew of new products and one of the more radical ones is the ATIV Q. With the advent of Windows 8, the tablet/laptop hybrid form factor is nothing new these days. But what about one that not only runs ...