Archive for October, 2011
Bypass the Unity UI Altogether in Ubuntu 11.10 with the GNOME Shell Remix
Are you less than pleased with Unity but want to keep using Ubuntu without switching to KDE, XFCE, or LXDE? Then you may want to take a closer look at the GNOME Shell Remix of Ubuntu 11.10. The switch to the new Unity UI this year has created quite a stir among Ubuntu enthusiasts…some love [...]
26Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
Take Ownership of a Registry Key in Windows 7
We have previously written about how to take ownership of files and folders in Windows 7, but there may be times when you need to take ownership of or assign full permission for certain registry keys. This article shows you how to do this. NOTE: Before making changes to the registry, be sure you back [...]
26Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
DIY Soft Box Offers Monster-Sized Lighting On the Cheap
Most DIY soft box projects yield a small 2×2 foot softbox and save you a few buck in the process. This monster-sized build yields a 6×7 softbox for a fraction of the cost of a commercial model. You can buy stand-alone soft boxes at such a size but once you get into the 4×6 range [...]
26Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
Make Your Desktop Spooky with the Trick or Treat Theme for Windows 7
Are you wanting to add a quick bit of Halloween fun to your Windows 7 desktop? Then you need the Trick or Treat theme for Windows 7. The theme comes with five wallpapers full of spooky Halloween pumpkin goodness. Download the Trick or Treat Theme [Windows 7 Personalization Gallery] Online Safety: Why You Should Give [...]
25Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
Restart the Windows Explorer Process in Windows 8
Sometimes when you install a program in Windows, or when you apply a registry hack, you need to log out or restart Windows. However, the same thing can usually be accomplished by restarting the Windows Explorer (explorer.exe) process. We have previously written about how to restart the explorer.exe process in Windows 7 and Vista. This [...]
25Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
New Tab Page Overhauled in Chrome; Now Sports Better Organization of Apps
The newest release of Chrome sports an overhauled New Tab page with better organization, including a cleaner division between apps and frequently visited pages. Check out the video above to see the new tab page in action. The freshly updated stable release of Chrome sports a cleaner division between most visited pages and apps. Further [...]
25Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
DIY Lensbaby Clone Gives You Cheap Lens Effects
Lensbaby offers a series of camera lenses that feature lens barrels you can shift and twist for dramatic photo effects. This DIY Lensbaby clone offers the same effect on-the-cheap. Dubbed The Lynny by its creator Cameron Texter, the build is pretty straight forward. You’ll need a macro extension tube, electrical tape, a macro filter set, [...]
25Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
Pump the Music Up [Wallpaper]
Music [deviantART] Online Safety: Why You Should Give Up Windows XP For Good (Updated) The 20 Best Windows 7 Start Menu and Taskbar Tips and Tricks How to Reinstall Windows Without Having to Reactivate
25Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
Online Safety: Why You Should Give Up Windows XP For Good
Most geeks will tell you it’s well past time to get rid of XP and upgrade to newer, safer operating systems. It can be tough to explain, so keep reading this list of real world reasons to let XP go. Maybe you’re not sure why you should upgrade to a newer operating system. Maybe you’ve [...]
24Oct2011 | Admin | 0 comments | Continued
The 20 Best Windows 7 Start Menu and Taskbar Tips and Tricks
If you have moved from Windows XP to Windows 7, it might take some time to get used to the new Start menu and Taskbar. Here is a list of useful tips to help you make the most of each. How to Reinstall Windows Without Having to Reactivate How To Make Ghosts In Photoshop or [...]
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