Archive for October, 2011
Desktop Fun: Halloween 2011 Wallpaper Collection [Bonus Edition]
It is that spooky time of year once again and we have just what you need to get your favorite computer ready for the holiday. Add the perfect bit of haunted fun to your desktop with our Halloween 2011 Wallpaper collection. How to Reinstall Windows Without Having to Reactivate How To Make Ghosts In Photoshop [...]
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Desktop Fun: Halloween 2011 Icon Packs
Are you looking for something to give your Halloween-themed desktop that perfect touch? Then bring your desktop icons and app docks over to the spooky side with our Halloween 2011 Icon Packs collection. Note: The font used in the image above is called Vampiress and can be found in our 2010 Halloween Fonts collection. How [...]
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The Danger of Telecommuting [Image]
Are you able to resist the temptation and focus on your work without the boss there to “watch” over you? The paradox of computers [via Reddit] How to Reinstall Windows Without Having to Reactivate How To Make Ghosts In Photoshop or GIMP The How-To Geek Guide to Getting Started with LastPass
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Rev Up Your Desktop with the Forza Motorsport 4 Theme for Windows 7
Are you excited about the latest Forza Motorsport release for Xbox 360? Then get ready to rev your desktop up with the Forza Motorsport 4 Theme for Windows 7. The theme comes with seventeen wallpapers filled with stunning in-game images of some of the world’s most exotic cars. Download the Forza Motorsport 4 Theme [Windows [...]
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Catch the Orionid Meteor Shower This Weekend
The annual Orionid meteor shower is approaching its peak; catch a great meteor show this weekend by turning to the night sky at the right time. It’s that time of year when the Orionid meteor showers are in full show. NASA Science News reports: “Although this isn’t the biggest meteor shower of the year, it’s [...]
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What You Said: Printer Tips, Tricks, and Cost Minimizing Moves
Earlier this week we asked you to share your tips and tricks for minimizing your printing costs and getting more out of your home printer. You responded and we’re back with a roundup of your comments. Photo by Purdman1. Several themes appeared throughout reader comments, including avoiding printing altogether, using laser printers, and outright avoiding [...]
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Lytro Focus-Free Camera Features Post-Photo Focus Shifting
Earlier this year the internet was abuzz with the news of the Lytro Camera, a camera that allows you to focus the picture after you’d taken it. People were skeptical, but the camera has been seen in the wild. Although review units aren’t shipping until next year, Mashable invited Lytro creator Ren Ng to their [...]
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Wi-Fi Analytics Tool Is an Advanced Android-Based Wi-Fi Scanner
Android: Don’t rely on simple signal strength meters to explore the Wi-Fi nodes around you. Wi-Fi Analytics is a free and feature-packed Wi-Fi scanner. Wi-Fi Analytics doesn’t just display the available networks it also shows what channel they are on, the signal strength, the SSID, and MAC address of the router, and the type of [...]
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Geek Deals: Desktops, SSD HDDs, Gaming Gear, and More
Looking to save some cash while stocking up on computers, peripherals, apps, and other goodies? Hit up our deal list for discounts on all manner of geeky gear. We’ve combed the net and grabbed some fresh off the press deals for you to take advantage of. Unlike traditional brick and mortar sales internet deals are [...]
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What To Do If Your Ebook Reader Is Lost or Stolen
Upon arriving home you look in your messenger bag and your ebook reader is gone. What do you do? This guide highlights what you need to do for the three most popular readers to minimize your losses. Over at Mashable they’ve laid out some guidelines to dealing with the loss of your Kindle, Nook, and [...]
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