"The problem is having two or more PC's and having to go back and forth between workstation. Input Director solves the problem by allowing you to control multiple Windows systems with only one keyboard and mouse on the Master PC."
This is like using a KVM (Keyboard, Video, & Mouse) switch, just free and less wires!
AlaskaJoe
Friday, June 12, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Microsoft to close the till on Microsoft Money | All about Microsoft | ZDNet.com
Microsoft decided that there was no longer a market for them to sell MS Money.
What a shame.
I guess I will have to look at Quicken when my current Money Plus expires in November.
Does anyone else use a financial software to keep track of their bills, registers, etc?
What a shame.
I guess I will have to look at Quicken when my current Money Plus expires in November.
Does anyone else use a financial software to keep track of their bills, registers, etc?
Analysts give early thumbs up to Windows 7 :: Hack In The Box :: Keeping Knowledge Free
"With its formal release still months away, Windows 7 is already being given the thumbs-up by industry analysts."
I like Windows 7 and are looking forward to going to it. I'm running the 64 bit version and the only thing that I can't get to work is my 32 bit web cam.
AlaskaJoe
I like Windows 7 and are looking forward to going to it. I'm running the 64 bit version and the only thing that I can't get to work is my 32 bit web cam.
AlaskaJoe
Adobe fixes critical flaws in Reader, Acrobat - ZDNet.co.uk
"Adobe has released patches for 13 holes in its popular Reader and Acrobat software products, some of them critical."
I guess this means its safe to use Adobe Reader again, If you using an older version make sure to upgrade it for free.
AlaskaJoe
I guess this means its safe to use Adobe Reader again, If you using an older version make sure to upgrade it for free.
AlaskaJoe
Microsoft takes aim at rogue antivirus program - ZDNet.co.uk
"Microsoft's Malicious Software Removal Tool was updated this week to detect a generic type of fake antivirus program known as Win32/InternetAntivirus."
This is another case of fake Anti-Virus. that just wants your money and credit card info (and other things) It also looks for user names and passwords to any FTP program you use to upload a web site to a web server.
Do Your Microsoft Updates!
AlaskaJoe
This is another case of fake Anti-Virus. that just wants your money and credit card info (and other things) It also looks for user names and passwords to any FTP program you use to upload a web site to a web server.
Do Your Microsoft Updates!
AlaskaJoe
Sunday, June 07, 2009
OnComputers Radio show Podcast 06-07-09
This is the On Computers Radio show podcast for 06-07-09. You can listen live every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM Pacific that's 1PM to 4PM Eastern. Join us for the live show and chat. If you prefer, you can download the same MP3 file here via ftp.
Links from the Gregg Zone
1) Starting off here I just had to wonder if what I was reading here was not written in early April, because it sure seemed like a joke to me. Countries are considering giving carbon credits for nuclear power. At the up coming summit in Copenhagen, the idea being to leverage the cost of construction down by 50%, making it easier to build them in the third world. If you read the article, and want more input, the comments are very informative. Seems to me to it would still be much more cost effective going with solar, wind, and tide. http://www.newscientist.com
2) Time to bring up something a little more center zone. I found this fascinating especially when you fully consider the implications that may be derived from this research. This is about an extremely rare phenomena. A woman has generated an imaginary limb that she can see, and even scratch an itch with it. They have proven both sensation, movement, and visual activity perceived in her brain scans, in the correct and corresponding locations, and at the correct intensity. http://www.swissinfo.ch
3) This was sent to me by Joe a couple of weeks ago. It appears that agriculture is starting to get turned over to robots, seems like crossing one of those scary lines on the side walk to me. But, then how did Huxley put it “It’s a Brave New World.”. Sorry I just seem to be having a case of generation lag lately. It seems a logical path to follow. But, let me predict some troubled battles politically. http://www.newscientist.com
4) Joe asked me to look into the new search engine “Bing” a new soldier in the search engine war. They are trying to slice up a pretty big pie, so I am sure they at Microsoft are giving it their best effort. I wish them well hope we can get some relief. It is getting so cluttered searching. I tried several subject searches, trying to stay with subjects I often look for. I counted how many sites on the first page I recognized; there was a fairly large difference. On the Google search I recognized most of the sites, as having been there. On Bing same wording I only recognized a few sites as having been there. I think in the beginning using both may be use the best way to go. Review article here http://www.ranithebrainy.com
5) Along the same line as the last link, I ran across this one a couple of weeks ago, my sister told me about it so I looked it up. When it comes to search engine news and, advancements that look interesting to me, this takes it. Looking for possible Google killers, if this can perform as described in the article, then this looks to me to be Google’s main nemesis. This sounds like a format that would be most friendly to me. http://chattahbox.com/
2) Time to bring up something a little more center zone. I found this fascinating especially when you fully consider the implications that may be derived from this research. This is about an extremely rare phenomena. A woman has generated an imaginary limb that she can see, and even scratch an itch with it. They have proven both sensation, movement, and visual activity perceived in her brain scans, in the correct and corresponding locations, and at the correct intensity. http://www.swissinfo.ch
3) This was sent to me by Joe a couple of weeks ago. It appears that agriculture is starting to get turned over to robots, seems like crossing one of those scary lines on the side walk to me. But, then how did Huxley put it “It’s a Brave New World.”. Sorry I just seem to be having a case of generation lag lately. It seems a logical path to follow. But, let me predict some troubled battles politically. http://www.newscientist.com
4) Joe asked me to look into the new search engine “Bing” a new soldier in the search engine war. They are trying to slice up a pretty big pie, so I am sure they at Microsoft are giving it their best effort. I wish them well hope we can get some relief. It is getting so cluttered searching. I tried several subject searches, trying to stay with subjects I often look for. I counted how many sites on the first page I recognized; there was a fairly large difference. On the Google search I recognized most of the sites, as having been there. On Bing same wording I only recognized a few sites as having been there. I think in the beginning using both may be use the best way to go. Review article here http://www.ranithebrainy.com
5) Along the same line as the last link, I ran across this one a couple of weeks ago, my sister told me about it so I looked it up. When it comes to search engine news and, advancements that look interesting to me, this takes it. Looking for possible Google killers, if this can perform as described in the article, then this looks to me to be Google’s main nemesis. This sounds like a format that would be most friendly to me. http://chattahbox.com/
Saturday, June 06, 2009
How the Unknown Digital TV Transition Could Screw You
As cable companies move toward their own digital transition, your tricked-out home theater setup could lose favorite TV channels and functionality
Earl's Cyber Steals and Deals
Brand-Name LCD HDTVs Get Cheaper
No one expects the top-shelf brands to come down in price faster than the value brands.
Samsung 2333SW 23" Widescreen Black Flat Panel LCD Monitor - Only $161.99 Use this CODE:
VBGH?K188CBWMC Dell Small Business
ASUS 24" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display with HDMI for $180 + free shipping ZipZoomfly.com offers the ASUS 23.6" 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. VH242H, for $194.99 free shipping. Applying coupon code "DAD15" makes $179.99. Resolution of 1920x1080 (1080p), integrated speakers, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m² brightness, 5ms response HDMI DVI VGA
Hitachi 1TB SATA 3Gbps Internal HDD ZipZoomfly.com offers the OEM Hitachi Deskstar 7K1000.B 1TB Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s Internal Hard Drive, model no. 0A38016, for $74.99 with free shipping. Coupon code "ZZFHT805" cuts it to $69.99 ($0.07/GB).
Buy.com has the Cavalry 2TB eSATA & USB 2.0 2 Bay External Hard Drive (CADA002SA2) for a low $179.99 after rebate. Free Shipping. 2TB capacity with built-in raid controller (raid 0,1, 0+1), mirrored, and hard drive swappable. $20 rebate Exp 6/21/09
Dell Home has the Dell Inspiron 15n Intel Dual Core T4200 15.6" Notebook Computer for $334.00. $29.00 Shipping. Tax in most.
5.8lbs; 15.6" 1366x768; Intel Dual Core T4200 @ 2.0GHz; 2GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 802.11b/g; DVD burner; Ubuntu (Linux); 4-cell battery; 1yr warranty CLICK HERE (1) Select Processor - Intel Dual Core T4200 @ 2.0GHz (+$35) (2) Click on Review tab at top (3) Click on Add To Shopping Cart The Windows OS IS NOT offered on this system.
Lots of good deals at the Fry's stores (walk-in) this weekend.
No one expects the top-shelf brands to come down in price faster than the value brands.
Samsung 2333SW 23" Widescreen Black Flat Panel LCD Monitor - Only $161.99 Use this CODE:
VBGH?K188CBWMC Dell Small Business
ASUS 24" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display with HDMI for $180 + free shipping ZipZoomfly.com offers the ASUS 23.6" 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. VH242H, for $194.99 free shipping. Applying coupon code "DAD15" makes $179.99. Resolution of 1920x1080 (1080p), integrated speakers, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m² brightness, 5ms response HDMI DVI VGA
Hitachi 1TB SATA 3Gbps Internal HDD ZipZoomfly.com offers the OEM Hitachi Deskstar 7K1000.B 1TB Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s Internal Hard Drive, model no. 0A38016, for $74.99 with free shipping. Coupon code "ZZFHT805" cuts it to $69.99 ($0.07/GB).
Buy.com has the Cavalry 2TB eSATA & USB 2.0 2 Bay External Hard Drive (CADA002SA2) for a low $179.99 after rebate. Free Shipping. 2TB capacity with built-in raid controller (raid 0,1, 0+1), mirrored, and hard drive swappable. $20 rebate Exp 6/21/09
Dell Home has the Dell Inspiron 15n Intel Dual Core T4200 15.6" Notebook Computer for $334.00. $29.00 Shipping. Tax in most.
5.8lbs; 15.6" 1366x768; Intel Dual Core T4200 @ 2.0GHz; 2GB RAM; 160GB HDD; 802.11b/g; DVD burner; Ubuntu (Linux); 4-cell battery; 1yr warranty CLICK HERE (1) Select Processor - Intel Dual Core T4200 @ 2.0GHz (+$35) (2) Click on Review tab at top (3) Click on Add To Shopping Cart The Windows OS IS NOT offered on this system.
Lots of good deals at the Fry's stores (walk-in) this weekend.
Friday, June 05, 2009
Microsoft readies 10 security updates - ZDNet.co.uk
"Microsoft will release 10 security updates on Patch Tuesday next week, including critical patches for holes in Windows, Internet Explorer, Word, Office and Excel."
Remember to do your Windows Updates this coming Tuesday.
AlaskaJoe
Remember to do your Windows Updates this coming Tuesday.
AlaskaJoe
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Defragment Disk | Smart Defrag | Free Disk Defragmenter Download
"Smart Defrag
The Most Efficient Free Defragmenter"
I am using this to drfrag Windows 7, I also used it for Vista. The best part is it's FREE.
Designed for Windows 7, Vista™, XP, 2000, and Windows Server Editions (32bit and 64bit)
AlaskaJoe
The Most Efficient Free Defragmenter"
I am using this to drfrag Windows 7, I also used it for Vista. The best part is it's FREE.
Designed for Windows 7, Vista™, XP, 2000, and Windows Server Editions (32bit and 64bit)
AlaskaJoe
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Lifehacker - Lifehacker Pack 2009: Our List of Essential Free Windows Downloads - Lifehacker Pack 2009
This is an interesting web site, I looked just for the fun of it. To my surprise I use most of the programs it recommends.
AlaskaJoe
AlaskaJoe
Monday, June 01, 2009
Windows Vista SP2: Readers Report Big Increases in Free Disk Space - PC World
"Windows Vista Service Pack 2 went final earlier this week, with numerous fixes and tweaks to improve performance, bolster security, and squash bugs. But some PC World readers are seeing another welcome change to SP2: a lot more free disk space."
Everyone should upgrade and install Vista's Service pack 2, this is just another benefit.
AlaskaJoe
Everyone should upgrade and install Vista's Service pack 2, this is just another benefit.
AlaskaJoe
Sunday, May 31, 2009
OnComputers Radio show Podcast 05-31-09
This is the On Computers Radio show podcast for 05-31-09. You can listen live every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM Pacific that's 1PM to 4PM Eastern. Join us for the live show and chat. If you prefer, you can download the same MP3 file here via ftp.
The link to the web site on the video editing Greg Jetter and Buzz talked about in the third hour are at AlaskaJoe.com/video
The link to the web site on the video editing Greg Jetter and Buzz talked about in the third hour are at AlaskaJoe.com/video
Earl's Cyber Steals and Deals
New: Dell S2309W 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display for $169 + free shipping
Dell Home offers the Dell S2309W 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. F906G, for $169 with free shipping. That's a $20 drop since our mention from three weeks ago, although it was slightly less in April. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a native resolution
Altec Lansing BXR1120 2-piece Speaker System w/ iPod/MP3 Player Cradle, 6W RMS, Black $14
Dell Home offers the Dell S2309W 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. F906G, for $169 with free shipping. That's a $20 drop since our mention from three weeks ago, although it was slightly less in April. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a native resolution
Altec Lansing BXR1120 2-piece Speaker System w/ iPod/MP3 Player Cradle, 6W RMS, Black $14
Links from the Gregg Zone
1) Okay this seems just a little weird, even to me. Link one from the Gregg Zone if I can find one is usually green, and a car, or power source. So this week I start off with a Hummer? Oh no Mr. Bill, well it is a 100 mpg electric hybrid hummer. When I first saw this I looked at several links that kind of put it down, but I thought where there is smoke and all. This is a possible keeper, I need to keep an eye on this company, when you go to the link be sure to watch the video, I was impressed with the potential of their product. After all I do not care if you want to drive a motor home to the 7-11 to buy beer, if it gets 100 mpg that’s okay with me. http://www.physorg.com
2) Another green car link, well maybe not so green but defiantly different Seems the Termite has landed. This is about a wood burning car the article I found is here http://www.sunjournal.com/ this caught my curiosity because I remember quite a while ago the news following a wood burning car cross country, but they were pulling a trailer and using a chemical reaction to create the wood gas. I have been trying to find something on that for quite a while now. If you have any info please contact me. This is the termite main page about their journey http://blog.safehandling.com/
3) This is for the news junkies, of which I am one I just found this, and I kind of like the format. Called a News Map you just move your cursor around for the headline, click on it and it will take you to the story, want to change the map just click on the subject links at the bottom. This is really just a different format for looking at the news but I have to admit I like it. http://newsmap.jp/
4) This is one sent to me from Troll, I am afraid I do not have much to say about it now, as I keep checking it out after dark, and looking at a black box. Due to the timing of the show I am sure I will be looking at it during my segment. I will offer more on it then. It is a Bald Eagle web cam, comments coming tomorrow. http://www.nwf.org
5) Okay this is about as geeky as I get, I am not sure I am ready for this, I may request the planet stop and let me off. It is common knowledge how I feel about cell phones, and GPS they are in the same folder labeled save for next reincarnation not this time around. Now I read about cell phone enhanced reality, I am sorry when life turns into a museum tour complete with head phones telling me what I am looking at, well it is just too much. But, because this is just me doing what I do for your enjoyment, if you have not seen this check it out. Point your phone at an object, and get a history and total run down on it, http://www.newscientist.com
2) Another green car link, well maybe not so green but defiantly different Seems the Termite has landed. This is about a wood burning car the article I found is here http://www.sunjournal.com/ this caught my curiosity because I remember quite a while ago the news following a wood burning car cross country, but they were pulling a trailer and using a chemical reaction to create the wood gas. I have been trying to find something on that for quite a while now. If you have any info please contact me. This is the termite main page about their journey http://blog.safehandling.com/
3) This is for the news junkies, of which I am one I just found this, and I kind of like the format. Called a News Map you just move your cursor around for the headline, click on it and it will take you to the story, want to change the map just click on the subject links at the bottom. This is really just a different format for looking at the news but I have to admit I like it. http://newsmap.jp/
4) This is one sent to me from Troll, I am afraid I do not have much to say about it now, as I keep checking it out after dark, and looking at a black box. Due to the timing of the show I am sure I will be looking at it during my segment. I will offer more on it then. It is a Bald Eagle web cam, comments coming tomorrow. http://www.nwf.org
5) Okay this is about as geeky as I get, I am not sure I am ready for this, I may request the planet stop and let me off. It is common knowledge how I feel about cell phones, and GPS they are in the same folder labeled save for next reincarnation not this time around. Now I read about cell phone enhanced reality, I am sorry when life turns into a museum tour complete with head phones telling me what I am looking at, well it is just too much. But, because this is just me doing what I do for your enjoyment, if you have not seen this check it out. Point your phone at an object, and get a history and total run down on it, http://www.newscientist.com
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Microsoft Update Quietly Installs "Dangerous" Firefox Extension
This update adds to Firefox one of the most dangerous vulnerabilities present in all versions of Internet Explorer: the ability for Web sites to easily and quietly install software on your PC." Perhaps a bit over dramatic, but most Firefox for Windows users are anti-Internet Explorer, and would take umbrage at Redmond monkeying with their browser in any way.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
OnComputers Radio show Podcast 05-24-09
This is the On Computers Radio show podcast for 05-24-09. You can listen live every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM Pacific that's 1PM to 4PM Eastern. Join us for the live show and chat. If you prefer, you can download the same MP3 file here via ftp.
Links from the Gregg Zone
1) Okay, back to starting off with my favorite subject green cars. I was watching Jay Leno earlier in the week when Jay mentioned the new Aperta car. I have always liked clicking around his site anyway so I thought I would take a look at it. This is an extremely interesting car, looks like the future to me; even if it does not fly I sure would like one. The link goes directly to the video on the car, short commercial 30 sec. but worth the wait. http://www.jaylenosgarage.com
2) I think it was Troll that got me started on this, usually I would say thank you, and this time I am not so sure. Warning if you are a half hour either side of eating dinner, you might want to wait before opening the page, photos are not exactly easy on the eye. This is the official site of the Montauk Monster, these keep popping up in the news, from Texas to Long Island New York. I have not settled on an opinion yet, but if Big Foot, Yeti, Nessy, etc. why not. Seems to be more proof on this than those. Anyway, an interesting read, albeit with some mighty ugly pictures. http://www.montauk-monster.com/
3) The fields of science, religion, and metaphysics seem to be blending more and more these days. Science seems to come closer and closer to answering the question, though I still think it is the understanding of what the question is that more precisely defines the quest. This is a link to an article in Discovery Magazine with the title, “Is Quantum Mechanics Controlling Your Thoughts?” Quite an interesting article gets into some rather interesting areas. Some of the things going on these days are just stunning, I am so happy to have the opportunity to live in this time of enlightenment. http://discovermagazine.com
4) I am sorry if I am getting in a little deep this week when it comes to the big questions, but when I found this I just had to pass it on. The concept of human consciousness has been one of my biggest interests as long as I can remember. The knowledge that every atom in my body has been replaced many, many times over my life time without any notice of the process in my conscious thought, just makes me want to know where in/or out of the body does my awareness of self reside. This has to be the most extensive site on the net for perusing this subject over five thousand free on line papers, not pages full papers. Fantastic if you are into learning about who you really are check this out http://consc.net/online/
5) Geek link for the week, Google is switching to tricycles for their street view mapping. In some areas that are just not right for the vans, if it was not human powered, I could see myself enjoying this job. Just touring around the countryside in the open air, this would have to be on the coolest job list. http://www.autoblog.com
2) I think it was Troll that got me started on this, usually I would say thank you, and this time I am not so sure. Warning if you are a half hour either side of eating dinner, you might want to wait before opening the page, photos are not exactly easy on the eye. This is the official site of the Montauk Monster, these keep popping up in the news, from Texas to Long Island New York. I have not settled on an opinion yet, but if Big Foot, Yeti, Nessy, etc. why not. Seems to be more proof on this than those. Anyway, an interesting read, albeit with some mighty ugly pictures. http://www.montauk-monster.com/
3) The fields of science, religion, and metaphysics seem to be blending more and more these days. Science seems to come closer and closer to answering the question, though I still think it is the understanding of what the question is that more precisely defines the quest. This is a link to an article in Discovery Magazine with the title, “Is Quantum Mechanics Controlling Your Thoughts?” Quite an interesting article gets into some rather interesting areas. Some of the things going on these days are just stunning, I am so happy to have the opportunity to live in this time of enlightenment. http://discovermagazine.com
4) I am sorry if I am getting in a little deep this week when it comes to the big questions, but when I found this I just had to pass it on. The concept of human consciousness has been one of my biggest interests as long as I can remember. The knowledge that every atom in my body has been replaced many, many times over my life time without any notice of the process in my conscious thought, just makes me want to know where in/or out of the body does my awareness of self reside. This has to be the most extensive site on the net for perusing this subject over five thousand free on line papers, not pages full papers. Fantastic if you are into learning about who you really are check this out http://consc.net/online/
5) Geek link for the week, Google is switching to tricycles for their street view mapping. In some areas that are just not right for the vans, if it was not human powered, I could see myself enjoying this job. Just touring around the countryside in the open air, this would have to be on the coolest job list. http://www.autoblog.com
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