(This tip comes from Don P’s question: “You tell Barb to use Revo and later on Geek – why the change?”) While Revo Uninstaller remains a great choice, we’ve both become fond of Geek Uninstaller lately, for one reason: Simplicity and speed. Geek is faster than Revo Uninstaller and is simpler to use. The user doesn’t have to… Read More »
Hermann asks about Readability Just wondering if you heard or have any information on a freeware app called “Readability”. It is supposed to be plugin for browsers to replicate the “Mac Reader Mode” turning whatever web page you are viewing into a nice clean document. It is found at http://readability.com/ , since I’m a bit cautious when I’m asked to… Read More »
(This tip was suggested by a question from Darlene N. who wrote: “This may be a dumb question, but I’m planning on installing Windows 8 when it comes out next month. Am I correct in assuming that all my programs and features will have to be reinstalled on installing the new windows? Others might be as obtuse as I… Read More »
Ruth wants her pictures back I accidently deleted some photos I had put in the recycle bin. I would like to get these pictures back as they are from my 50 year class reunion. Is there any way I can retrieve the deleted items in my recycle bin? Thank you for your help. I love receiving my newsletter… Read More »
(This tip was suggested by Mary who wrote: “I received an email that others my also be receiving and thought you may consider including a warning in the newsletter. The email appeared to be from PayPal. The salutation even had my correct name–not Dear Customer or similar. At the bottom was a place indicating I received the notice… Read More »
Taskkill Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 borrow a feature from Linux. Taskkill allows you to terminate a running process (program) from the command line. Here’s how you use it: In Windows XP Click Start/Run and type CMD and press Enter. The command utility window opens. Or Windows Key + R and type CMD and press Enter. For… Read More »