Archives for January, 2010

How to Adjust Your Computer Environment to Prevent Eye Strain and RSI

Time your breaks with Workrave (Windows/Linux) or AntiRSI (Mac) Workrave is a useful tool to keep track of how much time you spend on your computer.

January 28th, 2010
How to Adjust Your Computer Environment to Prevent Eye Strain and RSI

Force Firefox Extension Compatibility

A little while ago Mozilla decided that it would be better to change the way users are able to force extensions to work with any version of the Firefox, and that change has taken effect in the latest Firefox 3.6 release.

January 26th, 2010
Force Firefox Extension Compatibility

Qnext: Free Cross-Network & Cross-Platform Messenger

For many of us instant messengers have become an important part of our daily lives, and in some cases IM'ing has begun to replace email communication. That's why I'm always on the lookout for the best messenger application, and for awhile I gave that crown to Digsby...

January 25th, 2010
Qnext: Free Cross-Network & Cross-Platform Messenger

Bulk Uninstall Any App Using PC Decrapifier

When you purchase a new computer it will likely come preloaded with a bunch of apps you probably don't want. That's typically when you'll come across the free PC Decrapifier program which can remove a lot of that junk, but what you might not realize is that it can bulk remove just about any app on your computer.

January 21st, 2010
Bulk Uninstall Any App Using PC Decrapifier

Firebug 1.5 Web Development Tool for Firefox Released

Firebug is well known to web developers as one of the best tools to have at your side when trying to debug website issues. Many have said that it's a priceless tool, and at one point Joe Hewitt wasn't sure if it would remain free. He questioned whether users would be willing to shell out $15-$25 for an extension, but he strayed from the paid route in favor of keeping it open source.

January 20th, 2010
Firebug 1.5 Web Development Tool for Firefox Released

WrapUp: Apple Sends Out Invites to Event, Windows Live Mail Getting Unique Gmail Support, and More

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about.

January 19th, 2010
WrapUp: Apple Sends Out Invites to Event, Windows Live Mail Getting Unique Gmail Support, and More

Screenpresso: A Free and Fancy Screenshot Utility

It seems like there are a lot of free screenshot tools popping up lately, which is not something you'll see me complaining about. SnagIt has held the crown when it comes to professional screen capturing with its advanced editor and wide array of options, but these alternatives are slowly creeping up on the rather mature application.

January 15th, 2010
Screenpresso: A Free and Fancy Screenshot Utility

Create Daily/Session Computer Usage TIme Limits

The demand for parental controls on computers is rapidly growing as kids continue to get their own personal machines. That's why Microsoft started to include some of that functionality in Vista and Windows 7, but it is generally pretty basic when it comes down to limiting the amount of time a user can spend on the machine.

January 13th, 2010
Create Daily/Session Computer Usage TIme Limits

WrapUp: Comodo Time Machine Backups, Top 30 Adobe Air Apps, and More

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about.

January 12th, 2010
WrapUp: Comodo Time Machine Backups, Top 30 Adobe Air Apps, and More

How to Remove Embarrassing Sites from the Firefox Awesome Bar

In August of last year, Mozilla research showed that one of the reasons why people don't want to upgrade to Firefox 3 is the Awesome Bar. When you're typing in your address bar, the Awesome Bar displays suggestions based on your browsing history and bookmarks. This is a great time saver...

January 11th, 2010
How to Remove Embarrassing Sites from the Firefox Awesome Bar

Get O&O Defrag 10 Professional for Free

I've always been pretty good about defragmenting my computer, and I think it was a good choice when Microsoft decided to make defragmenting PC's a scheduled job on Vista and Windows 7 by default. For some users the built-in defragmenting is still not good enough, and that's where third-party apps like O&O Defrag come into play.

January 6th, 2010
Get O&O Defrag 10 Professional for Free

InvisibleHand Does Behind-the-Scenes Price Comparisons for Firefox/Chrome Users

I heard about the InvisibleHand Firefox/Chrome extension on the Windows Weekly podcast, and it sounded like something that would be useful for all the online shopping that I do.

January 5th, 2010
InvisibleHand Does Behind-the-Scenes Price Comparisons for Firefox/Chrome Users

WrapUp: BitTorrent Tracker for Reddit Users, Firefox 3.6/4.0 Delays, and More

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about.

January 4th, 2010
WrapUp: BitTorrent Tracker for Reddit Users, Firefox 3.6/4.0 Delays, and More