Adobe seems to be rather insistent that you use their GetPlus software. Despite complaints that I've lodged in the past, GetPlus is a Big Minus, Adobe has spread GetPlus from Adobe Reader to also be used with Adobe Flash. Combined with the fact that Firefox is now prompting for Adobe Flash updates with its own updates, it seems a lot of people are stirred up and having problems … [Read more...]
Archives for 2009
Version Tests for Common Browser Plug-Ins
It is often well versed to keep your web browser up to date; there are many threats on the Internet that could exploit an out-of-date browser. There are a number of other components that make up your web browsing experience though, in particular, you want to make sure you keep plug-ins also running their latest version. This article will show you how to easily tell what … [Read more...]
A Guide To Google Voice
Google Voice is the latest technology that I've been excited about. It has a lot of features and helps make a phone number yours instead of just something that the phone company loans to you. Google Voice allows you to have one phone number and direct where it goes, such as your office phone, your landline, your cell phone, or all three. From there, you still have more options … [Read more...]
Windows 7 Is Coming!
Windows 7 is set to be released October 22nd. Be prepared by running the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor. This 6.3 MB download can install on your computer and check devices and programs for potential problems with upgrading to Windows 7 if you didn't install the Beta/Release Client to test for yourself. After running it on my Windows Server 2008 box, it looks like I'll need to … [Read more...]
Scribus – Open Source Publishing
Scribus is an open source alternative to other publishing software out there, the most popular one being Microsoft Publisher. These tools can allow you to create professional looking newsletters, pamphlets, brochures, and more. Scribus lets you do it for free. Scribus is available on multiple distros of Linux, Windows, Mac OSX, and OS/2. The Windows installer measures in at … [Read more...]