Instant messaging is convenient and is almost a daily utility tool. For instance, when you need to speak to your colleague across the office or at a different floor, you do not need to be physically there, but your message can reach them in a second!
The problem is …

I installed Google chrome browser because the Firefox browser was very slow and often asked for a restart. I downloaded Google Chrome and installed it in minutes. On completion it asked to set up defaults and offered to import history, saved password and bookmarks from Firefox, and we were …

This is a program which allows you to generate thumbnails for your website. When you download this program, it comes with a 30 day trial, however for the full version, the price is $39.95. The website would show how many days you have left and the website which you …

As a computer programmer, I work many hours a day in front of a computer. I also use the internet a lot. It is important for me that my internet experience will be as pleasant and efficient as possible.
Firefox is my choice for surfing the net. It is a …

Corel Paint Shop Pro is an image-editing software that I have been using for several years now. I first began using it as a member of Yahoo Groups. I noticed that many people were using signature tags in their posts, and I wanted to learn how to make them …

Mozilla Firefox is a simply wonderful, easy to use, web browser! I discovered Mozilla Firefox after using Internet Explorer, Netscape and then Safari, for many years. Because Internet Explorer and Netscape were the primary browsers for Internet users for a long, long time, people just did not have a …

VLC is a very good software. In my humble opinion, it is one of the best media player programs. It is very powerful, supports many media file types and completely free.
I think this software’s biggest advantage is that it supports many file types. These types include the following popular …

Windows XP Media Center promises to revolutionize the way we connect media and computers. This is definitely true. The Media Center that comes with copies of Microsoft XP Media Center Edition is certainly a wonderful and very utilitarian tool that greatly eases one’s computer media experience.
The Media …

Recently, I bought a new cellphone with Windows Mobile 6 operating system. Earlier I used a phone with Java operating system. Working on the device for a few days, I understood that Windows Mobile is as powerful as any Windows os for desktop PC. You can do almost everything …

As we know, adobe photoshop is well known software in the field of photography. I have been following the development series since adobe photoshop 6 until adobe photoshop CS. Now, adobe photoshop has released a new version that is adobe photoshop version 8 creative suites.
I bought this software a …

When I was still in school I thought of maybe studying sound engineering after graduating because me and my best friend back then both had the dream of becoming DJ’s, but unfortunately things didn’t turn out that way due to a lack of funds. Today I am no …

I love listening to music before going to bed. Actually I leave the laptop on with music playing and doze off to sleep. I love to sleep with some numbers playing . Now the problem is sometimes I just doze off to bed leaving the notebook on for the …

I was introduced to Limewire by a friend. I was so excited to find such a site where there is free download of music, video, books and software. And I was amazed at how current the listings are. It’s so easy to use. You just type in a search …

My computer sometime got some problems such as, slow loading, windows crash and corrupt program. Apparently, these problem sources come from invalid registry files that caused by a virus, spyware or bad installation process. Actually, I was often installing games or programs, but I did not realize that a …

For quite some time I was looking for a good software to chat on my pocket Pc HTC P3400i. I used few but most of them caused plenty of problems on my phone and finally I had to uninstall it completely from my mobile device. But being an internet …

There has been a lot of fuss around being healthy, watching your diet and eating well. I do find it weird since it seems like health and fitness are well-marketed products and not the essentials that have always been around. But that good marketing for health really comes in handy, …

Excel is a spreadsheet program which comes with Microsoft Office, which allows you to add numbers and be calculated. It is extremely useful for math applications, as you do not need to work out the answer yourself.
I believe Excel is very accurate, fast and would make things so much …

As a software developer, I have been using Access in my job. Access is Microsoft’s system of managing a data base. My experience with it has been good.
For example: I find it very easy to create a new data table. I prefer using the “design view” for this task. …

My laptop is almost 4 years old and I’m a power user on it for both personal and professional tasks; for this reason, I decided this year (2010) that it was probably a prudent idea to invest in a “Utilities” software program just to keep the computer in its …

I’ve always had some sort of Office software on my computers. I run a home based business and these kinds of softwares really help me stay on top of my numbers. I wouldn’t say I’m a computer expert by any stretch of the imagination so I needed something that …

I love to play video games. Period. I’m mainly a PC gamer because my computer is the workhorse of my life. I’m not willing to drop $400 on a console when my computer will do the job. Because I do digital illustration and 3D modeling, I have to regularly …

MSN is as everyone knows, a program that allows people to communicate online through messaging and even by sound where people can speak to each other, or through web camming. It first started off few years ago with only text messaging but now it has all those technology …

Avast Antivirus 2.2 is made Avast Inc . It is an anti virus program that apparently does what it should do - detect viruses and other harmful elements to keep your computer safe and sound. I used this program because it is free, and I can tell you that …

I am reviewing Dragon Speak 11,a computer voice recognition software. It is comparable to Windows 7 speech recognition for my voice and Window 7 is free. I found that Dragon Speak 11 is a resource hog on my computer which is three years old. If I was using the …

I am a conscientious eater and am very concerned with what goes into my food and subsequently my body. Unfortunately in today’s world of processed, unnatural, hormonally and genetically enhanced foods, it is rather difficult to remain completely untainted, but I continue to try. Recently I have discovered an …

The most disturbing thing I find about using a computer, in particular PC is how easily a virus can infect your system. The usual way a virus effects your computer is through execute files, which a P.C has to have in order to use software on your computer. A …

iTunes is a great Apple invention! It is the software that holds all of your songs on your computer. It comes standard on all Macintosh computers and its free to download from the Apple website for everyone else! iTunes makes storing and ordering and categorizing your music so easy! …

I love this software. I remember when I used to use Winamp back in the day. That program has no gone private and charges money for it. It is also bloated software that got away from its roots as a versatile and efficient player that does …

Mouse Extender (or MouseExtender) is a free software program used to manipulate the function of the middle scroll button on a mouse. When you click on the middle button, a window pops up with your choice of programs or files. The purpose of this is to minimize the clutter …

Google Earth is one very interesting aplication and an very useful thing that was released to the public through the Internet. This easy and free downloadable software enables you to see the Earth from the space, and you can zoom over the Terrestrial Globe, so that you can go …

AI Roboform 6.9.90 is trusted password manager and web form filler, and is available for 30-day free trial, and after which you have to purchase a license to use continuously and be eligible for updates and support.
You can download the installation file from developer’s website, and the file is …

Gwibber is a software that installs itself along with the Ubuntu 10.10 Operating System. It’s main functionality is really simple: Social Media Integration. Well, for those who didn’t know, Social Media Integration means combining most Social Networks into one interface. For example, if you have a facebook account, a …

While millions of people us google search I am one who does not. The google toolbar when downloaded a million other things are downloaded with it or you can simply check off the ones you dont want. But the toolbar is placed on your home page, …

Bryce 5 is a computer program that lets you create your own landscapes. It lets you design your own trees, rockmasses, grass hill tops etc. The program will let you make animations or just a normal picture. I like this program because it allows me the freedom to create …

Firmwares are certain files used as an OS (operating system) for some mp3 players or generally music and media devices. These files are identified with either a *.bin* or *.fw* file extension. In my attempt to change my mp3 players interface, I downloaded a software called S1res …

In my opinion, this software is dire and should be avoided at all costs. ImageMixer came packaged with my Sony digital camera, in order to allow me to my photos on my computer. However, when I wanted to reinstall the software, Sony tried to sell me new …

I have only recently converted to Mac and have been quite a bit dissatisfied with the lack of cheaper software options and program features that have been available.
Fusion cost me $200 from the Mac Store in Sydney CBD but it has already paid for itself by allowing me …

I really love the concept of this program. It’s an application that allows you to write in words using the mouse instead of typing them in. The mouse responds very well when writing and it’s very easy to control. I’m sure that anybody’s that’s …

I downloaded my AVG Anti-virus for free from Cnet last year based on the recommendation of a friend. I was looking not for a free anti virus but for one that does not need a big chunk of disk space.
I used to have Norton and McAfee but have problems …

I am a computer B.sc student and so use the internet pretty much to access the various programming language. Using internet means plenty of worms and Trojan virus affecting the system file and so I bought a originally version of the Quick heal Antivirus software so that it could …

This is another program that came with my camera. It is the one that automatically loads each time I upload new photos to my computer. Basically it makes a little grid with all of the new photos in the grid so I can see them. Then the program will …

Typing has never been one of my strong suits, every since I was a kid even using those old fashioned type writers with the ribbon, I typed one letter at a time and it took forever to finish one paragraph. Unlike my mom and girlfriend who type very …

Corel Draw is my favorite software for drawing and illustration, not just because it’s so user-friendly, but I love how the interface looks simple and neat. The way it looks, makes me easier to arrange my work-sheet and at one time I feel comfortable spending my time drawing using …

Internet explorer 8 does not work well enough for me and I have chose not to avoid it when possible. I love the design of Internet explorer 8 and I love the look of it. The toolbars are easy to access which makes it is to customize …

I purchased Dragon Naturally Speaking 9.0 software at Staples. This is a voice recognition software. After you download it onto your computer, you use a microphone to talk into, and it “types” into your word processing program. In my case, I have Microsoft Word. When we purchased the software, …

Spyware Terminator is a free software download that scans your computer for viruses and spyware developed by Crawler LCC. It is a free program and is easy to install on your computer. You can schedule scans on your PC or you can manually scan your PC for …

When I went away to Europe, I needed a cheap and easy way to connect with my friends and family back home. Skype was the perfect tool to help me do just that. With just an internet connection and a comfy spot to hang out with my laptop, I …

I was browsing through Blackberry App World and I saw this Chinese-English dictionary, it’s called Babelphone Chinese and when I downloaded it I honestly wasn’t really expecting much as there are only a few great applications here that will work without any data plan or Wifi and some applications …

Tuning guitar strings is one of the first lessons that any aspiring guitar player should know. Whether its an electric or acoustic, nothing beats the sound of a well-tuned guitar. You could learn to tune your guitar by ear, of course, but it will take a lot of practice …

Oh boy there are things that I like to do in my spare time and that is make music and organize them to the point where I have to put them on my Mp3 player. Well I have gotten into the habit of organizing my photos and my videos. After …