Category Archives: Software

Back to Microsoft Office Outlook and NewsGator

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Outlook
Over a couple weekends ago I decided to switch back to Outlook because I missed the features like the calendar and tasks. I know, I can have all that with other programs, but why? I like having just one program open that does almost everything!

Another reason I switched is because I hate Thunderbird. Even though [...]

Hidden Feature of Windows Vista

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It’s been a while since my last post. I have been very busy with work. I’ve also been keeping myself busy learning ActionScript.
Anyway, while working today, Windows Update popped up that little window that says Windows needs to restart. I went to postpone the restart for four hours, except that I accidentally clicked the wrong [...]

Vista Gadget: Wallpatch Video

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I just found a Vista Gadget that has become my favorite. It’s difficult finding really good Vista Gadgets.
Wallpatch Video lets me watch movies right on the desktop. Now, I know some of you are thinking that most other players let you watch movies on the desktop, too. But, this is different. I don’t need to [...]

8hands for Social Networking; Better Than Digsby?

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From my previous post about Digsby, one person left a comment mentioning 8hands. Personally, I think it was probably a way to get the word out about it. Why do I say this? Keep reading to find out.
First, before I start with telling you the things I like and dislike about 8hands, I want to [...]

Instant Messaging, Social Networking and E-mail Together

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Digsby has it all.  Connect to AIM, Google Talk, ICQ, Windows Live Messenger and Yahoo! networks. Check your e-mail from Gmail, Yahoo!, Hotmail or any POP/IMAP accounts. For social networking, get updates for Facebook or MySpace! Who needs MySpace though?

Some of you may notice it looks similar to Pidgin, except Pidgin doesn’t include all of [...]