Yes, we know since Windows XP, you don’t need a 3rd-party unzip program to unpack zip files. But what if you download a RAR file or Gzip file or some other kind of compressed (zipped) file? You’re kind of stuck, because Windows won’t recognize them. So you’ll have to searching for a program to open these other types… Read More »
You Don’t Need a Firewall We started debating this issue a long time ago — and we told our readers then not to waste money or 3rd-party firewalls or buying security software that had a firewall. We became more and more suspicious as companies who make anti-virus suites started making outrageous claims as to what the firewall contained… Read More »
Create Your Own Start Page Any Way You Want It Today, we’re going to probably miff some of you who still haven’t installed Google Chrome. But we know most of you do have it and those who don’t can install it free by going to http://google.com/chrome . We felt this freeware pick was too good not to feature.… Read More »
Web Mail – Ad Free As a small, mom & pop site, we know how important ads are to our revenue stream; we’re pretty sure it’s important to other small sites like ours. That’s why we are not generally in favor of ad-blockers; they punish small sites and don’t really affect the big boys because the big boys… Read More »
Debenu PDF Tools What is it? A Swiss Army Knife of tools to open, edit and convert PDF files and more Can I use it on my version of Windows? Works with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.1 Works on 32-bit and 64-bit computers How big is the download? Download size: 22.7 We all have used… Read More »
Zamzar offers a great service for those who don’t want to download potentially malware-laden programs to convert files from one format to another. Zamzar’s privacy policy is short, easy-to-understand, and fair. They make money from banner ads on their site and by upselling users to faster service with more options. But, the free service works well, if you’re willing to… Read More »