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Process Hacker 2.27 Available for Download

A new version of Process Hacker just rolled out, showing very few modifications. However, there is one improvement made to an important component in the application, and that is the OnlineChecks plug-in. Process Hacker 2.27 brings to the table an updated version for VirusTotal uploader and adds hash file checking. ...

23 January 2012
08:35 GMT

Nozbe 2.0 Task Manager for Android Now Available for Download

Nozbe has just announced that its 2.0 version of the popular tasks manager for Android devices is now available for download. The application allows users to add action and note and manage them like micro-projects.   The development team offers users the choice of syncing all the tasks and actions added on their...

13 January 2012
21:01 GMT

Download Process Hacker 2.26

A fresh, new version of Process Hacker has been rolled out and the list of changes, although not too extensive, shows both new options and improvements and fixes. Process Hacker 2.26 brings to the table a new option that lets you view the Commit Charge value in system information summary view. Also new on the list a...

29 December 2011
04:57 GMT

Nokia N9 MeeGo Swipe UI Quick Look

Nokia has done very good job with the N9's design, but it has outdone itself with the smartphone's MeeGo user interface.Although it does not come up with new concepts, the UI is truly innovative in the fact that is based on a single gesture – 'swipe.'In addition, it's simply to use, as ...

28 October 2011
11:31 GMT

Early Windows 8 Beta Builds Dogfooded, New Post-8102 Feature Confirmed

New features are planned for introduction into Windows 8 Beta, and Microsoft offered a glimpse of an enhancement testers can expect in the next major public development milestone. The new Task Manager will sport new capabilities in Windows 8 Beta compared to the Developer Preview release, streamlining management of...

28 October 2011
03:36 GMT

Windows 8 Task Manager Evolution

In addition to being the go-to tool for closing Metro apps, Task Manager has evolved consistently in Windows 8, with Microsoft making sure to better tailor the utility to end users while also providing more advanced customers with their “fix” when it comes down to the level of control over their PC. The...

14 October 2011
03:37 GMT

Task Manager Replacement

For the average user Task Manager is the first step to troubleshooting whenever problems with some applications arise. Though pretty well developed, there are better alternatives to view detailed information on the performance of your computer and the running processes. Process Hacker packs modules that provide more ...

7 April 2011
10:34 GMT

How to Manually Update T-Mobile myTouch 3G Slide to Android 2.2

HTC and T-Mobile have just announced the availability of the Froyo system upgrade for the carrier's myTouch 3G Slide smartphone. With all the Gingerbread hype and so many smartphones scheduled to get the Froyo update and yet to receive it, this comes as a nice surprise for T-Mobile customers.However, the Android...

4 April 2011
15:01 GMT

Windows Taskbar Replacement

The Internet is filled with spin-offs of products included in Windows that promise better performance, a richer set of features and increased flexibility. FastTask’s purpose is not to supersede the features already available in Windows, but to offer the user a more comfortable solution for handling taskbar item...

12 February 2011
01:51 GMT

Manage Multiple Projects with Style

Managing  multiple projects of small dimensions is never an easy task, unless you can count on a lightweight project management app like AltiProject, comprising smart features and a minimalistic look. AltiProject offers you basic options for creating and editing projects and tasks in a table-like presentation, b...

19 January 2011
02:50 GMT

New Looks for Windows Task Manager

Changing the way Windows Task Manager looks like is easier than you think. All you need is the right modder to change the color scheme or adjust it to your personal needs.Good looks have not been implemented in Windows Task Manager, because the stress was on offering functionality when managing the processes running...

13 August 2010
16:21 GMT

Tune-Up Your Android Internal Memory

One of the curious features of the Android operating system is the way it handles processes and multiple applications. If you didn't know by now, Android does not close an application after you are done with it and it simply keeps it resident in the internal memory until more memory is needed. The number of appl...

19 May 2010
10:47 GMT

Windows Phone 7 Emulator Unlocked, Office Apps Demoed

On Monday, Redmond-based software company Microsoft announced the release of a series of development tools for the building of applications for the upcoming Windows Phone 7 Series devices, and it seems that the WP7 emulator has been already unlocked. We learned earlier this week that the Windows Phone 7 Build 7.0.0....

19 March 2010
11:23 GMT

How to Smartly Organize Your Work

Do you often feel there are so many things you would like to do but so little time to even think about them? Would you like to try something new, to brake up the routine in your work, to season your life with a little salt and pepper or simply to have more time for taking care of your health or family? Well, I alread...

24 February 2010
12:01 GMT

Process Hacker

If you need to take a look at system performance Task Manager is generally the first to check. It provides a neat perspective of how much CPU or RAM each running process is using. But despite its pervasive view over processes, running applications, services (on Vista), performance graphs and networking information th...

29 January 2009
12:53 GMT

Task Manager's Hidden Functionality

Task Manager is, undoubtedly, one of the most important applets embedded in Windows. And that is because it provides basic information on the state of the running processes, services (on Vista), shows easy-to-read performance graphs, and it is the main gateway to resource overview that shows a more in-depth view of C...

13 January 2009
15:41 GMT

Google Improves Gmail with Task Manager

Google has been having some problems with complaints regarding its Gmail system, which is not too easily manageable when it comes to more advanced and difficult tasks. Following these, the Gmail team has finally come up with a solution that's convenient for both sides involved.To further detail on that, Google h...

9 December 2008
10:52 GMT

The PC Resource Scout

Information is of utmost importance especially when it comes to computers and their flawless functioning. PCs thrive on it but when data comes in too large amounts, this can spell trouble for the “muscles” behind the “brains”. If the hardware resources are clogged up, the software environment ...

24 November 2008
07:01 GMT

Let the Wife Update Your Shopping List with Task2Gather

Browsing through the App Store, we recently came across an app called Task2Gather. Task2Gather is actually the interface of a free online service for task and project management that organizes your personal, family, social and business life. The service keeps all your commitments in one place, while desktop users can...

20 November 2008
07:05 GMT

Aspire (0.9) for Mac OS X Gives You the Big Picture

Unifiq has released Aspire, a useful tool for people with many aspirations and goals. Although not a daily task manager, Aspire gives you the big picture, so that you spend time on what's important, according to its maker. The application is visually pleasant, allowing you to get a better view of your priorities...

18 November 2008
10:05 GMT

Moo0 SystemMonitor, Your System's Performance Watchdog

Most computer users like to keep a close eye on the performance of their systems and try to optimize them in order to get the best out of their PC or laptop. The default tools provided by the Windows OS are often insufficient to supervise each running process or service, to diagnose running applications and, perhaps ...

6 November 2008
08:31 GMT

Schedules Help Turn Chaos into Organized Life

One of the (many) secrets of leading a balanced and successful life is to somehow manage to come up with a strict schedule and to really stick to it. On the other hand, you have to make sure that it is a realistic one, otherwise, you will never be able to accomplish all the tasks you set for yourself in due time - fo...

27 September 2008
14:41 GMT

Updates and Task Manager Disabled by New Windows XP Worm

The Windows functions are always under attack because disabling a vital function of the operating system automatically means an open door for the hacker, who would be able to infiltrate into the computer and conduct his malicious activities. Today, a new worm has been spotted in the wild and, according to security co...

24 January 2008
14:16 GMT

Windows Registry Editor, Task Manager and Folder Options Disabled by New Infection

January 2008 comes with a new trend when talking about computer security because lots of worms, Trojan horses, viruses or other pieces of malware attempt to disable important Windows functions in order to hide their files. WORM_YAHLOVER.AL is just another worm designed to work on Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP and Serv...

14 January 2008
13:31 GMT

Enable/Disable/Swap the Task Manager in Windows Vista

Task Manager is a system utility that ships by default with Windows Vista. The tool is not new to Microsoft's latest operating system, having survived from older versions of Windows. Task Manager will essentially enable users to force exit a program that is no longer responsive, connect a process with the associ...

10 October 2007
07:40 GMT

Vista's Pleasant Surprises

Windows Vista is old news. I know that as well as anyone else. And yet there hasn't been enough talk about what it truly offers. I mean those underneath the great looking surface details that are so important. I know it fails to deliver your expectations every now and then; I also confront with "connectile dysfu...

26 April 2007
08:49 GMT


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