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Monday, December 05, 2005

Faithful listener, Roger, shared a great program with us to add spell checking to Outlook Express. If you don't have Microsoft Word installed on your system, then the spell checker won't work in Outlook Express. This small utility takes care of that problem. Thanks Roger!Spell checking for Outlook Express from SnapFiles
posted by Rick Monday, December 05, 2005

Wednesday, November 09, 2005

Use this web site to learn how to get out of 'voicemail hell' and find a real human when you call for tech support or any support from a bank or other large company.
posted by Rick Wednesday, November 09, 2005

Saturday, November 05, 2005

My brother sent me this site...yet another potential answer to a question we get often: How do I convert cassettes to music CD's? At less than $150, this device might just fit the bill perfectly for folks wanting to convert old music cassettes. ::: PlusDeck 2 Cassette Deck for your computer:::
posted by Rick Saturday, November 05, 2005

Saturday, October 08, 2005

How to get rid of Norton Antivirus:

1. Go to Start - Control Panel (Start - Settings - Control Panel)
2. Open Add/Remove Programs
3. Now you will want to remove the following items:
4. Restart your computer when prompted to do so

Install AVG, Avast, or another non-Norton or non-McAfee antivirus
posted by Adam Saturday, October 08, 2005

Sunday, September 18, 2005

If you run a wireless network in your home or office, it is a good idea to also run a security protocol on it as well. The standard used to be WEP (Wireless Equivalent Privacy), but now WPA (Wireless Protected Access) has emerged as the more secure method of securing your wireless network Many routers now have the ability to protect you via WEP or WPA. Windows XP requires an update to take advantage of the WPA protocol. Download and install the following file to upgrade your XP system to the WPA standard.
Download the update for Windows XP to support the WPA standard for wireless networks.
posted by Rick Sunday, September 18, 2005

Saturday, September 10, 2005

Great news cut directly from 1985.
posted by Adam Saturday, September 10, 2005

This cool little download will retrieve your WindowsXP key (25 character code) from an installed version of Windows.
posted by Adam Saturday, September 10, 2005

Friday, August 26, 2005

If you need to generate a WEP (wireless encryption for your wireless network) key, this site can generate 64, 128, 152 and 256 bit keys. Give it a try. WEP Key Generator.
posted by Rick Friday, August 26, 2005

Saturday, August 20, 2005

We often get questions from listeners who have lost the ability for their CD's to be automatically recognized or their camera memory card wizard to pop up automatically when inserted. For some reason, Windows XP loses this ability on many machines. Click on the following link from Microsoft to download their fix for this problem.Download Microsoft's Autoplay Repair Wizard
posted by Rick Saturday, August 20, 2005

Wednesday, August 03, 2005

Got gigapixels? This is a pretty incredible site of images taken at 1000 megapixel resolution. Make sure you check out the gallery of pictures and read about the camera.
posted by Rick Wednesday, August 03, 2005

Saturday, July 30, 2005

Here is a solution for ridding your computer of the harmless yet irritating ~ file on your desktop. Click here to read the solution from Microsoft.
posted by Rick Saturday, July 30, 2005

Saturday, July 02, 2005

Adam decided to wear the web cam for awhile.


posted by Rick Saturday, July 02, 2005

The handsome & dashing hosts of Castellini on Computers!


posted by Rick Saturday, July 02, 2005

Thursday, June 23, 2005

Spy and adware continue to be the biggest threats to computer users today. This site is for Internet Explorer users who want to block 95% of the bad sites that cause spyware. Download and install the free (and updated frequently) list of sites that get added to Internet Explorer's "restricted sites" list. It works great and is invisible to your everyday surfing.
posted by Rick Thursday, June 23, 2005

Monday, June 20, 2005

Wanna know how the Internet works? Here is a great site that explains it all in a basic manner.
posted by Adam Monday, June 20, 2005

If you only read one site on this blog, this one should be it! It is, perhaps the most important thing you will read - ever. Rick and I each wear one of these while doing the show each week as to keep our minds free from alien mind control!
posted by Adam Monday, June 20, 2005

Saturday, June 18, 2005

Why is spam called spam and not SPAM? Read all about it directly at SPAM's website. Learn the difference between the tastey meat treat and annoying email.
posted by Adam Saturday, June 18, 2005

Tuesday, May 31, 2005

Have you seen the inspirational iceberg photo? What about the one with soldiers on the deck of an aircraft carrier spelling out *&%# Iraq (funny characters replace a bad word)?

I hate to say it, but the pictures are composits, photo illustrations or all-out fakes.

Here is a link to research a photo before you pass it along.

Be warned though, if it claims that the images may be disturbing - take their word for it. One picture gave me a gag reflex when I opened it before noticing the warning.
posted by Adam Tuesday, May 31, 2005

Monday, May 30, 2005

Here is a cool site dedicated to fixing Windows XP problems. It is pretty geek stuff, but it is fully illustrated and features nice step by step instructions.

posted by Adam Monday, May 30, 2005

Monday, May 23, 2005

This site was suggested by listener Mac a couple of weeks ago. It gives specific instructions for dealing with various print spooler problems. If you've never heard of a printer spooler, then you are in the clear and don't need this site. However, if you have experienced problems your print spooler...check this site out. Thanks Mac!
posted by Rick Monday, May 23, 2005

Saturday, May 21, 2005

This site has about everything you have ever wanted to know about spam. It also has a some great information about removing spyware. This site isn't about graphics or attractive layout, it just has some great information.
posted by Adam Saturday, May 21, 2005

Thursday, May 19, 2005

If you enjoy the Castellini on Computers Spam Email Subject of the Week, you will love this website. It features 24 hours of spam emails read by a computer to new age music. What could be better than that!
posted by Adam Thursday, May 19, 2005

Just for fun, take a look back at how far computers have come in just a few short years. This is the website for a computer museum featuring ads and photos of some of the coolest computers ever made before the year 2000.
posted by Adam Thursday, May 19, 2005

Monday, May 16, 2005

For some odd reason, Microsoft did not include the Microsoft Backup utility in the Windows XP Home installation. If you want to install the Microsoft Backup utility, follow the directions at Microsoft's site by clicking here.
posted by Rick Monday, May 16, 2005

Thursday, May 12, 2005

Here is another great site for researching hoax emails and email chain letters. Before you pass on an email that claims that someone will die if you don't or that you will make a million dollars if you do, look it up at this site and see if it is for real.
posted by Adam Thursday, May 12, 2005

Here is our website translated into hip hop lingo used by 14-year-old snoop dog fans. Have your teenager translate it for you.
posted by Adam Thursday, May 12, 2005

Wednesday, May 11, 2005

Here is a list of Almost Every File Format In the World and its associated programs.
posted by Adam Wednesday, May 11, 2005

Tuesday, May 10, 2005

Occasionally Windows XP will have problems shutting down or restarting. This article will help you troubleshoot through some of the most likely causes.
posted by Rick Tuesday, May 10, 2005

Monday, May 02, 2005

Here is a great site that explains how "accelerated" or "high speed" dial-up internet access works.
posted by Adam Monday, May 02, 2005

Saturday, April 30, 2005

Bring fun back to the Internet again. This cool little utility allows you to visit random sites related to your interest. Simply set up an account and install the toolbar.
posted by Adam Saturday, April 30, 2005

Wednesday, April 27, 2005

I'm an information junkie and what a better way to feed my addiction than the Internet. We've talked about Wikipedia quite a bit on the show, but I recently found a similar web site called Answers.com that is fun to use as well. Between these two sites you could become the next Jeopardy champion!
posted by Rick Wednesday, April 27, 2005

In the ongoing war against Spyware and Adware, I found this site, Spyware Warrior, with a great page on all of the 'rogue/suspect' anti-spyware software. The lesson: don't trust web advertising or pop-ups!
posted by Rick Wednesday, April 27, 2005

Thursday, April 07, 2005

My brother in-law sent this link to me today. It is a map put together by NASA that lets you zoom in on recent Satillite images to see the entire world up close from outer space. He claims that he could see his car in his drive way.

He also warned that the program takes up 2 gigabytes and uses a lot of power, so if you are running Windows 98 don't bother.
posted by Adam Thursday, April 07, 2005

Saturday, April 02, 2005

A listener called today with this great little program. A 10 key calculator program that provides a tape. Best of all, when you edit the tape, the calculations change.
posted by Adam Saturday, April 02, 2005

Friday, March 18, 2005

Here is a cool fair and balanced website that acts to inform both bad guys and good guys about the practice and theory of passwords!
posted by Adam Friday, March 18, 2005

Saturday, March 12, 2005

Listener, Kaye, was looking for a way to convert .mix files (Microsoft Picture It images) to JPEG She found My View Pad. It will view pictures files from more than 100 formats and convert between them. Thanks. Kaye.
posted by Rick Saturday, March 12, 2005

Thursday, March 10, 2005

If you have ever doubted that file sharing is dangerous to your computer, this should convince you once and for all. Here is a breakdown of each file sharing program and the amount of spyware associated with it.
posted by Adam Thursday, March 10, 2005

Saturday, March 05, 2005

Software solution for home and businesses who want to control Internet and program access on their computers. It's called Enuff from a company called AkronTech
posted by Rick Saturday, March 05, 2005

We forgot the link in the newsletter, so here it is on the blogger! A nearly complete list of all organizations and groups that govern the Internet.
posted by Adam Saturday, March 05, 2005

Saturday, February 26, 2005

Free utility to preserver desktop settings: Icon Restore
posted by Adam Saturday, February 26, 2005

Saturday, February 19, 2005

Here are the only phone numbers we have for Norton:
(408) 517-8000 and (800) 441-7334 and (800) 441-7234
Please let us know if these do not work.
posted by Adam Saturday, February 19, 2005

Saturday, February 12, 2005

Here is a great site comparing the speeds of each Internet Browser.
posted by Adam Saturday, February 12, 2005

Sunday, January 30, 2005

There is more fun packed per square millimeter here, than anywhere else on the web! It's the world's smalles Pong game!!

posted by Adam Sunday, January 30, 2005

My background is more in journalism than computers. I read this blog the other day that really hit me hard.
People talk a lot about the "new media" and much of what you hear is negative. I think this blog from the BBC is a powerful example of how, in many ways, "new media" is everything the old media tries to be.
No matter how your define news or journalism - this blog will meet that definition.
Have some tissues handy as you read.

posted by Adam Sunday, January 30, 2005

Saturday, January 15, 2005

If the links don't work in your Outlook Express - try this tweak
posted by Adam Saturday, January 15, 2005

Thursday, December 23, 2004

This is a great site all about batteries! find out what's true and what's rumor.

posted by Adam Thursday, December 23, 2004

Saturday, December 11, 2004

A product that will help you automatically resize windows can be found by clicking here. It is called AutoSizer. Thanks to a listener for finding this free utility.

posted by Rick Saturday, December 11, 2004

Thursday, December 02, 2004

A wonderful client of mine (Bob C.) uses this amazing little application to talk with his son in China. It works flawlessly he tells me and he really can't tell the difference between talking with him on the phone. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
Skype - Free Internet telephony that just works
posted by Rick Thursday, December 02, 2004

Monday, November 08, 2004

I have been hearing many good things about the free Kerio firewall. It is the same firewall that is bundled with one of our favorite anti-virus programs, AVG. Kerio free firewall also happens to be the firewall of choice bundled in the pay version of AVG Anti-virus (a Castellini on Computer favorite).

posted by Rick Monday, November 08, 2004

Saturday, October 16, 2004

Here is a site from Gateway explaining how to uninstall Service Pack 2.

posted by Adam Saturday, October 16, 2004

This is a great blog that keeps up with all kinds of things related to Google. Spending a little time here will give you some insite into where Google is headed.

posted by Adam Saturday, October 16, 2004

Saturday, October 09, 2004

Go here to read "politically neutral" research on each presidential candidate's claims.

posted by Adam Saturday, October 09, 2004

Saturday, October 02, 2004

Oh boy! Unleash the real power of Google with Google's advanced search features.

posted by Adam Saturday, October 02, 2004

Monday, September 27, 2004

Once again, another 'hole' in some Microsoft products (including the widely used Internet Explorer) has been exploited. This particular problem centers around how applications handle JPEG picture files. To learn more and see if your system is at risk, click on the following link.
How to Update Your Computer with the JPEG Processing (GDI+) Security Update

posted by Rick Monday, September 27, 2004

Monday, September 20, 2004

Faithful listener and newsletter reader, Glynn, wrote and told us about another great resource for us all on the web. Cyberwalker provides some great tutorials for many computer tasks. Check it out. Thanks Glynn!

posted by Rick Monday, September 20, 2004

Monday, August 23, 2004

Some listeners have said that this unit works well for transfering cassettes or LP's to CD.

posted by Rick Monday, August 23, 2004

Saturday, August 14, 2004

Check out Adam's Family Blog from his vacation in Oregon by clicking here.

posted by Rick Saturday, August 14, 2004

Wednesday, July 07, 2004

Microsoft recently posted this site called "Protect Your PC". Select your operating system and use the instructions and tools available at this site to learn more about computer security.
Welcome to the Microsoft Protect Your PC Website
posted by Rick Wednesday, July 07, 2004

Thursday, July 01, 2004

Spyware and Adware continue to be every increasing problems. This web site is considered one of the best at learning more about the problem and especially how to prevent it or correct problems if you have it.
SpywareInfo :? Spyware and hijackware Removal Specialists
posted by Rick Thursday, July 01, 2004

Friday, June 25, 2004

If you bought a new HP or Compaq laptop in the last twelve or so months, you might have a faulty memory chip. The following web site has a tool you can download and use to see if your laptop is affected: HP Memory Module Replacement Program (US-EN)
posted by Rick Friday, June 25, 2004

Monday, June 14, 2004

This is an updated link to a long time program favorite called TOTAL RECORDER. This product allows you to record radio shows you listen to via the Internet. Check it out by clicking on the following link: Sound recording tools: Total Recorder - captures any audio from the Internet, records audio from CD, microphone, line-in, converts any sound formats to WAVE and MP3
posted by Rick Monday, June 14, 2004

If you would like the ability to record audio content from the Internet (like the Castellini on Computers Radio Show), here is another inexpensive solution that you can try for free then buy it if you like it:
Replay Radio - Internet Radio Recorder
posted by Rick Monday, June 14, 2004

Monday, May 17, 2004

An astute listener, Ken, sent me an article regarding this very helpful utility. If you have trouble reading some web site text, check out this great little program that will make text readable on any web page. Check it out by clicking this link: Web Eyes - Easiest way to read the Web
posted by Rick Monday, May 17, 2004

Saturday, May 08, 2004

Here is a website explaining in complex detail how to reset the default size of the Internet Explorer window.
posted by Adam Saturday, May 08, 2004

Monday, May 03, 2004

You have heard us reference this free photo viewer on the radio show....here's the link: IrfanView - one of the most popular viewers worldwide (and it's FREE)
posted by Rick Monday, May 03, 2004

Sunday, April 25, 2004

You have heard me talk about the Fax via email solution that I use for the rare fax that I receive. It is from a service called eFax. Here's the link and more information:
eFax Free - Receive faxes by email
posted by Rick Sunday, April 25, 2004

You have heard me talk about the Fax via email solution that I use for the rare fax that I receive. It is from a service called eFax. Here's the link and more information:
eFax Free - Receive faxes by email
posted by Rick Sunday, April 25, 2004

Friday, April 09, 2004

This site is fun to check out on occasion to see what the popular searches are on Google and also what other countries search for as well.
Google Press Center: Zeitgeist
posted by Rick Friday, April 09, 2004

Friday, March 05, 2004

In addition to the AVG Anti-virus we have talked about before, here is another FREE anti-virus software that provides good reliable protection.
Free antivirus software download - avast!
posted by Rick Friday, March 05, 2004

Wednesday, February 11, 2004

One of our long time users group members pointed out that Microsoft has a new tool available for resizing photos on the fly. You can link up to it and more "Power Toys" at Microsoft's web site by clicking here. The tools are free to use.
posted by Rick Wednesday, February 11, 2004

Saturday, January 31, 2004

Here is a utility that lets you backup Outlook Express email into TXT file or other type of document such as WordPerfect or Microsoft Word.
posted by Adam Saturday, January 31, 2004

Friday, January 30, 2004

This software often times hijacks your home page for its own. Here's how to remove it: Remove ezCyberSearch Removal
posted by Rick Friday, January 30, 2004

Saturday, January 24, 2004

We just found this cool keyboard - it is in expensive and very cool. Buy the base keyboard then add the keys for the program that you want to use. It is just a keyboard but the quick keys for the given program are labled.
posted by Adam Saturday, January 24, 2004

This page is entirely dedicated to the "Howard Dean Scream" Make sure you checkout the bottom of the page for a list of musical remixes - fun, entertaining, strange.
posted by Adam Saturday, January 24, 2004

Friday, December 26, 2003

The future of telecommunications is called Voice over IP or VoIP. Here is a great website that talks about it. It is pretty exciting technology that is quickly making the transition from Geek to Chic.
posted by Adam Friday, December 26, 2003

Monday, December 08, 2003

If you travel with a laptop that utilizes wireless Internet access (wi-fi), here are some great tools to locate where you can find wireless 'hot spots':

WiFi 411

Zone Finder

U-Mobile Hot Spot Locator


If you travel without a laptop, but would like Internet access while traveling, try these cybercafe locator services:

CyberCafe Database

CyberCafe Search engine
posted by Rick Monday, December 08, 2003

Monday, November 24, 2003

Here's a good article on how ad and spy ware gets to our systems:
iB::Topic::So how did I get infected with spyware in the first place?
posted by Rick Monday, November 24, 2003

Here is some info on getting rid of the "Spy Wiper" problem that takes over your home page and opens your CD Tray. If I find anything simpler, I will post it here.
Spyware Support Forums
posted by Rick Monday, November 24, 2003

Saturday, November 08, 2003

Today we talked with Dave Mellin, PR Manager for Sprint PCS. One of the topics we discussed is the upcoming Number Portability issue with regards to cell phones. This link will give you an overview of Number Portability and links to more information.

Cell Phone Number Portability Overview
posted by Rick Saturday, November 08, 2003

Thursday, November 06, 2003

New to Windows XP? Having trouble burning CD's with XP? This series of articles should help you get over the hump.
Focus On: CD Burning and Windows XP
posted by Rick Thursday, November 06, 2003

Thursday, October 16, 2003

This free program cleans your hard drive more thoroughly than formatting or 'f-disking' it. Click on the link for complete details.
Autoclave - Secure Disk Deletion
posted by Rick Thursday, October 16, 2003

Sunday, October 12, 2003

Many people receive .pps or .ppt attachments and are not sure what to do with them. These are files created by Microsoft PowerPoint. PowerPoint software allows the creation of slide shows. To view these creations, download this free viewer program.


PowerPoint Viewer - FREE Download
posted by Rick Sunday, October 12, 2003

Friday, October 03, 2003

I often get the question 'how do I transfer LP or cassettes to CD?'. See the solutions I have posted in previous blogs. This site is one answer to "how do I transfer movies from VHS or my camcorder to DVD'?

This product from HP makes it simple. Check it out.
HP DVD movie writer dc3000
posted by Rick Friday, October 03, 2003

Wednesday, September 24, 2003

This site was submitted to me by a listener in Montrose, CO, TOM. Thanks Tom. Use this site to help determine what programs are running in your Startup tab of MSCONFIG (see my archives for more info on MSCONFIG). Thanks again Tom.
Task List Programs found in your Startup menu or MSCONFIG
posted by Rick Wednesday, September 24, 2003

Monday, September 22, 2003

Here is one of two sites that I am going to post for finding help regarding home networking. These sites cover everything from wireless to sharing your Internet connection.
DIY home networking guides and tutorials

Here's the second site:
Internet help and shopping information from the folks at Internet.com



posted by Rick Monday, September 22, 2003

Tuesday, September 09, 2003

THE NEW HANDSPRING TREO 600. Everything you need (and a few things you just really want) in a cell phone and PDA. The following are a few articles and webistes for the new Treo 600.

Handspring's preview site for the Treo 600 And don't forget to watch the video at the bottom of the page.

Here are three sites where you can read the latest news and rumors about the Treo 600

Treocentral

TreoMB

pdaPhoneHome

Follow the links on any of these sites and you will discover more than you ever wanted to know, but probably not enough to keep you satisfied.
posted by Adam Tuesday, September 09, 2003

Thursday, September 04, 2003

If you use Windows 95 or sometimes even Windows 98, some newer software just doesn't work well or at all on these machines. This site gives links to older versions of software that will run on these machines.
OldVersion.com
posted by Rick Thursday, September 04, 2003

Monday, September 01, 2003

This is the second of the two sites I spoke of in my last post below:
TinyURL.com - where tiny is better!
posted by Rick Monday, September 01, 2003

This is one of two great web sites for taking long URL's (web addresses) and make them very short. When sending a URL from a page like eBay, the address can often times get broken during email. This method prevents that. Check it and the next one I post out to help you send better links!
SnipURL - Snippetty snip snip with your long URLs!
posted by Rick Monday, September 01, 2003

Wednesday, August 13, 2003

Click here to download Adaware - this program will delete the spyware and Adware that tends to cause pop-ups and computer slow-downs.
posted by Adam Wednesday, August 13, 2003

Tuesday, August 12, 2003

Both of the sites I listed earlier have the links to this patch, but here is a direct link to get the Windows XP security patch. Even if you have not had any problems, you NEED to download and install this patch to prevent problems: CLICK HERE to download the Critical Security Patch for Windows XP to prevent the Blaster Worm
posted by Rick Tuesday, August 12, 2003

Here is more information on the MS Blast worm....McAfee Security Information on the MS Blast worm
posted by Rick Tuesday, August 12, 2003

If your computer has been suspiciously turning off, you probably have the Blaster Worm. Read about it and its solution here: Symantec Security Response - W32.Blaster.Worm
posted by Rick Tuesday, August 12, 2003

Monday, June 30, 2003

If you are travelling this summer with a laptop capable of accessing the Internet via a wireless connection (802.11), keep this web site handy for researching where you can utilize wireless connections anywhere in the world! Hot Spot List...a directory of public Internet wireless hot spots
posted by Rick Monday, June 30, 2003

Sunday, April 27, 2003

Rick (a faithful listener and web site visitor) found this comprehensive listing of those programs you find in MSCONFIG and other startup places.
Programs that you might find in your Startup
posted by Rick Sunday, April 27, 2003

Wednesday, April 09, 2003

I get many requests wondering how to get cassettes or albums recorded to a CD. Here is a company and software that I found that will take care of the heavy lifting for you! Take a look.
PolderbitS Sound Recorder and Editor
posted by Rick Wednesday, April 09, 2003

Tuesday, April 08, 2003

Our computer bargain guru, Tedd, has been using this PopUp Ad blocker for a month or so and finds it well worth the money. Check it out:
Award Winning PopUp Cop stops pop-up advertising. Block popups today!
posted by Rick Tuesday, April 08, 2003

Thursday, March 27, 2003

One of our listeners/newsletter subscribers (Ron) brought this little gem to my attention this week. If you have ever wanted to easily save or print part of your screen, the try this program. Thanks Ron.
Screen Print & Capture 32 - Download.com
posted by Rick Thursday, March 27, 2003

Sunday, March 23, 2003

Here is the tool that Adam and I will use to determine our "Long Distance Call of the Week". Pretty slick and quick!
How Far is It?
posted by Rick Sunday, March 23, 2003

Saturday, March 22, 2003

Kazaa lite - Kazaa without the spyware. Click here!
posted by Adam Saturday, March 22, 2003

Canon's new $1500 Digital Single Lense Reflex camera! It's great! Read more here.
posted by Adam Saturday, March 22, 2003

Friday, March 21, 2003

One more very good site on troubleshooting Windows Shutdown errors and problems.
Windows Shutdown Troubleshooter
posted by Rick Friday, March 21, 2003

If you use Windows 98 SE (Second Edition) and have shutdown problems, this download may help....Windows 98 Second Edition Shutdown Supplement
posted by Rick Friday, March 21, 2003

Here is a great article on troubleshooting a Windows 98 shutdown problem.
from the Microsoft Support page - How to Troubleshoot Windows 98 Shutdown Problems
posted by Rick Friday, March 21, 2003

Friday, February 14, 2003

Submitted to us by Tedd our computer bargain guru.
INDUSTORIOUS CLOCK ||| MONO*CRAFTS3.0
posted by Rick Friday, February 14, 2003

Friday, February 07, 2003

Listener, Judy, sent in this very cool use of technology. If you want to keep a calendar that can be accessed from anywhere (and you don't have a Palm handheld computer), check out this, in their words, "simple but smart" site! Thanks Judy.
OnlineHomeBase.com: Welcome
posted by Rick Friday, February 07, 2003

Saturday, January 25, 2003

Listener, Art, suggested this software as a good image and movie viwer. Thanks Art!
IrfanView - one of the most popular picture and movie viewers worldwide
posted by Rick Saturday, January 25, 2003

Friday, January 17, 2003

Here is why Rick and Adam use Sprint PCS cell service. Click Here.
posted by Adam Friday, January 17, 2003

Sunday, January 12, 2003

Thanks to listener, Jan, for suggesting this photo album software for creating slideshows and CD's of pictures.
Photo album software, Virtual Album
posted by Rick Sunday, January 12, 2003

Monday, December 23, 2002

Do you enjoy calling the time and temperature phone number? If so, or you just need a really fast and cool site to print a calendar, this site is great!timeanddate.com
posted by Rick Monday, December 23, 2002

I've only tried this calendar software briefly, but for $20 it looks like a keeper. If you need an easy to use calendar maker, check it out.Calendar Constructor software: create and print calendars
posted by Rick Monday, December 23, 2002

Tuesday, December 10, 2002

Listener, Stan, suggested this great web site for apparel and gifts that are unique and reflect your love for technology. Thanks Stan!ThinkGeek :: Stuff for Smart Masses
posted by Rick Tuesday, December 10, 2002

Saturday, December 07, 2002

Perhaps you have wondered why we somtimes fail to push the right buttons when we are on the air. This photo of the KNZZ studio switchboard will make it obvious why.
posted by Adam Saturday, December 07, 2002

Thursday, October 24, 2002

Listener, D.L, wrote and suggested this great site for information specific to Windows XP. It also has an accompanying newsletter with it if you like.
WinXPnews
posted by Rick Thursday, October 24, 2002

Saturday, October 12, 2002

If you have seen the ads for the Emerson Switchboard, a device that allows you to get calls while on the Internet. Here is a great site to read what switchboard users have to say about the device.
posted by Adam Saturday, October 12, 2002

Tuesday, August 20, 2002

Here is an excellent resource on learning how to transfer your LP vinyl to CD media.
LP to CDR Tips
posted by Rick Tuesday, August 20, 2002

Saturday, August 17, 2002

This program was suggested by listener "Delmar". It lets you look at your mail BEFORE you download it so that you can delete and reject SPAM. Works for any Internet provider except AOL and Juno.

MailWasher
posted by Rick Saturday, August 17, 2002

Thursday, July 18, 2002

Listener, Art, has suggested this FREE zip utility. He has used it with good luck and thought other listeners would find it equally helpful. ZipCentral zip utilty program
posted by Rick Thursday, July 18, 2002

Sunday, July 14, 2002

This site was suggested by listener Bob as a good screen saver that will rotate your digital photos. Screen Paver
posted by Rick Sunday, July 14, 2002

Saturday, June 15, 2002

Here is a link to the Adaware program that will remove all common spyware from your computer at one time. Click here.
posted by Adam Saturday, June 15, 2002

Saturday, June 08, 2002

Here is a site with an alphabetical list of all the items that may or may not be in your MSCONFIG utility. This guide will help you decide what you do or do not need checked in MSCONFIG.
posted by Adam Saturday, June 08, 2002

Monday, June 03, 2002

Here is a link to a new publication specifically for graphics enthusiasts who use Windows (as opposed to Macs). This publication is intended for pros but there is a lot of good info here for hobbiests too. PC Graphics Report
posted by Adam Monday, June 03, 2002

Saturday, June 01, 2002

ALERT! ALERT! Thanks to friend of the show Garry, we want to alert all our visitors to a power cord recall from Hewlett Packard. Click on this link to see the full information and see if your printer could be affected.
HP Printer Power Cord Recall
posted by Rick Saturday, June 01, 2002

Saturday, May 18, 2002

Here a a cool site for the Colorado Film Commission. They help the colorado economy by brining commercials, movies, music videos and television shows to Colorado.
posted by Adam Saturday, May 18, 2002

Monday, April 15, 2002

I normally don't get political on my web site or my show, but this just plain makes sense. Take a look and see what you think.
Americans for Fair Tax
posted by Rick Monday, April 15, 2002

Saturday, March 16, 2002

This utility is an updated location of an earlier post. This program allows you to easily and safely backup your Outlook Express information. It is called e-Backup. Click Here to read more about e-Backup
posted by Rick Saturday, March 16, 2002

Tuesday, March 05, 2002

I am the first to admit that I am a geek. I you love computers, or you want to find that PERFECT gift for a computer lover, this is the place to go! I could spend thousands at this site.
posted by Adam Tuesday, March 05, 2002

Saturday, February 23, 2002

In the Digital Photography world - here is one of the greatest developments thus far. With this new censor digital images rival that of 35mm film.
posted by Adam Saturday, February 23, 2002

Saturday, February 16, 2002

Click on the "Belarc Advisor" on this page to download and use a free utility that will compile a list of hardware and software on your system. Belarc, Inc.
posted by Rick Saturday, February 16, 2002

Tuesday, January 15, 2002

If you haven't figured out your email programs' email filters. This software will help automated the process. This product and the one below (Spam Buster) do NOT work with AOL or Juno.
SpamKiller by Novasoft
posted by Rick Tuesday, January 15, 2002

Here's a good third party app for helping filter out email junk. There is a free and a paid version.
Spam Buster by Contact Plus Corporation
posted by Rick Tuesday, January 15, 2002

The only email filtering program that I know of that will work with AOL. This program will help keep the unsolicited email out of your mailbox. It will slow down your email a bit, but it will work. Again, this is an AOL only product and one of the only ones of its kind.
Garbage Man for filtering AOL email
posted by Rick Tuesday, January 15, 2002

Friday, January 11, 2002

Interesting information about "script errors" on web sites:
TechTV | Bad Scripting on Webpages
posted by Rick Friday, January 11, 2002

Ever need to convert English text to Spanish? or French? Italian? OR convert from another language to English?? This tool at the Alta Vista web site will do all of the above for you. Check it out:
AltaVista - World / Translate
posted by Rick Friday, January 11, 2002

Wednesday, January 02, 2002

This little beauty does an amazing job of 'stiching' together your digital photos to make beautiful panoramas...horizontally and vertically! It's free to try...check it out.
Pixtra Panorama Photo Stitching Software
posted by Rick Wednesday, January 02, 2002

Friday, December 21, 2001

This is truly a great file manager for Windows. It provides much more functionality and ease of navigation than Windows Explorer. It has a free version and a pay edition. Try the free one first.
PowerDesk� 4 and PowerDesk� 4 Pro - Award-Winning File Manager by Ontrack Data International
posted by Rick Friday, December 21, 2001

Thursday, November 22, 2001

This is a cool little digital photography program - It is very simple but handy. Since digital cameras work by using a white balance, you don't always get the effect you want by using filters. This program is free and it simulates standard photography filters. Wander around this site for a while, it also has a good hot pixel removal program.
posted by Adam Thursday, November 22, 2001

Saturday, November 17, 2001

Here is the "msconfig" program for Windows 95 users...and it's free!ZDNet: PC Magazine's Startup Cop: Manage your startup programs. - ZDNet Downloads
posted by Rick Saturday, November 17, 2001

Tuesday, October 30, 2001

Hooray!! Computers are getting easier to use. This product makes transferring of data files from an old PC to a new one simple and fast!Welcome to Detto
posted by Rick Tuesday, October 30, 2001

Friday, October 26, 2001

I am on a weird site rampage today. Here is another site that you have to see to believe. It's the world's most famous novelty store. Don't just look at the products, most of the fun comes from reading the descriptions of each item. Weird and unusual wonders.
posted by Adam Friday, October 26, 2001

I enjoy writing and reading essays and non-fiction. I found this great site that is composed of everyday people writing about everyday things. Some humorously, some serious. This online magazine is intended to give writers a break into getting noticed by other magazines and publications that actually pay for articles. I read through a lot of the material and it all seems safe (G or PG rated). Many of the articles are very funny. It's goinside.com

posted by Adam Friday, October 26, 2001

Tuesday, October 23, 2001

Here is a fun site that spruces up your email with fun, thought provoking or trivial information. Take a look.Siglets.com - Signature Files for your E-mail
posted by Rick Tuesday, October 23, 2001

Friday, October 19, 2001

I often times get questions about how to make a letter or flyer 'universally readable'. The answer is Adobe Acrobat PDF files. PDF (portable document format) files can be read by any computer platform with any computer. Here are a few inexpensive ways to create the files.ZDNet: Story: No need for Acrobat-ics: 3 new ways to create PDF files
posted by Rick Friday, October 19, 2001

Monday, October 01, 2001

I haven't done much blogging in a while. This is too good not to mention. There are two great camera brands in the world, Nikon and Canon. Nikons are very sturdy cameras with a lot of useful features, I prefer Canons though because they have a certain James Bond quality. I am not arguing that they are better than Nikons but they certainly are cooler!
Canon just released the fastest and (in my humble opinion) best digital SLR yet. It is $6000 but well worth it if you can afford it. Here she is!
posted by Adam Monday, October 01, 2001

Thursday, September 20, 2001

A great site for explaining different file extensions and how to work with them. Definitely worth bookmarking!
File Extensions, Formats, and Utilities
posted by Rick Thursday, September 20, 2001

Friday, September 14, 2001

This is a fascinating article on how the mysterious 'black box' from aircraft works and is used.
Howstuffworks "How Black Boxes Work"
posted by Rick Friday, September 14, 2001

Sunday, August 19, 2001

Listener, Greg, brought this program to my attention. A completely automated backup system for Outlook Express. It costs $24, but then again it's hard to put a price on peace of mine.
Outlook Express Archive Pro to backup email!
Remember that further down on this page I have a link to a free Outlook Express backup program.
posted by Rick Sunday, August 19, 2001

Sunday, August 12, 2001

This program (FREE) will help you install new software easily by using an easy method of shutting down all programs running in the background.
End It All shutdown utility
posted by Rick Sunday, August 12, 2001

Wednesday, August 08, 2001

In addition to the Windows key shortcuts found on my web site and in my book, check out this jewel for extending the use of the Windows key! And it's FREE!
WinKey Home Page
posted by Rick Wednesday, August 08, 2001

Saturday, August 04, 2001

This site was sent in by a listener who has used the site to communicate to family and friends the updates of his grandaughter's recovery. He descibes the site as a "blessing" to all involved. It is free, easy to set up and maintain and anyone can access the information that you give the address to. Take a look!CaringBridge - Bridging the gap between you and your loved ones.
posted by Rick Saturday, August 04, 2001

Friday, August 03, 2001

I am back at work on my Mac. For now, here is a press release from Kodak discussing the difficulties of using alternative photo applications in Windows XP.


posted by Adam Friday, August 03, 2001

Monday, July 02, 2001

Here is a great site with a comparison between megapixel and printed image sizes. Keep in mind that even if you may want a smaller print out, the larger images have more cropping capability. Megapixel...click on the articles link and then the Megapixels and Prints article...a must read!!

http://www.megapixel.net/html/issueindex.html
posted by Adam Monday, July 02, 2001

Thursday, June 28, 2001

Google does it again!!!

If you are looking for a photo or graphic on the web, try this link to the new Google Image Search.Google Image Search
posted by Rick Thursday, June 28, 2001

Tuesday, June 05, 2001

Here is another utility that will help you clean up email...and it's FREE!Stripmail v0.99f
posted by Rick Tuesday, June 05, 2001

Monday, June 04, 2001

Worried about changing email addresses or Internet providers? This service will automatically take care of the details.Re-route e mail forwarding, redirection, change of address service, forward AOL email addresses
posted by Rick Monday, June 04, 2001

Friday, June 01, 2001

The truth about the supposed SULFNBK.EXE Warning
posted by Rick Friday, June 01, 2001

Thursday, May 17, 2001

Free email stripper. This program promises to help strip away those annoying >>> in forwarded email with the push of a button!
posted by Rick Thursday, May 17, 2001

Friday, April 27, 2001

If you want to keep up with what is going on in the world of digital photography, this is the only site you need!
posted by Adam Friday, April 27, 2001

Sunday, April 15, 2001

Test your download speed with this easy to use tool from CNET
posted by Rick Sunday, April 15, 2001

Friday, March 02, 2001

This is an awesome piece of FREE software built for video conferencing over the Internet. The download is less than one megabyte (takes less than five minutes to download and install. Easy to understand and works extremely well. Give it a try...
posted by Rick Friday, March 02, 2001


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