TR Dojo
This blog will help IT pros in small and mom-and-pop shops tweak and bolster their systems without breaking the bank.
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Repair multiple Internet Explorer issues with one application
The free Anvi Browser Repair Tool can repair a multitude of Internet Explorer problems. Find out why this is one of Jack Wallen's go-to tools.
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Dream Studio media maker is a dream come true
The Ubuntu-based Dream Studio platform includes everything your SOHO or small business needs to create business class, professional multimedia projects.
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Manage your databases with Toad
If you need to create, edit, and manage MySQL databases, TechRepublic contributor Jack Wallen says Toad is freeware that's worth a look.
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Safeguard your data with Wise Folder Hider
If you're looking for a free tool to help you easily hide data from prying eyes and don't want to have to deal with encryption, Wise Folder Hider might be the ideal choice.
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Automate MySQL backups with the help of MySQLDumper
Learn how to automate backing up MySQL databases with MySQLDumper and configure the web-based tool to email you a report about whether the task succeeds.
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Back up your MySQL databases with this web-based tool
If you're looking for a simple way to back up and restore your MySQL databases, MySQLDumper is the tool for you. Here's how to install and use MySQLDumper.
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Areca offers SMBs a free backup solution for Windows and Linux
Once you learn Areca's terminology, you'll be creating backups with this easy to use and flexible solution in no time.
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Free Helpdesk stands out for its easy setup and user friendliness
Free Helpdesk does not offer a lot of bells and whistles, though it does an incredibly good job of being a simple and intuitive way for your IT department to organize support requests.
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Try the free and flexible screenshot tool Greenshot
If you want to get good screenshots and be able to add objects and text to the images but don't want to use a full tool like GIMP, Jack Wallen says Greenshot is a fantastic solution.
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Use formatting, autoformatting, and themes in LibreOffice Calc
Formatting, autoformatting, and themes will make your LibreOffice Calc documents easier to read, prettier, and more efficient to create and use.
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Collect network system information with Belarc Advisor and PhpSysInfo
The free applications Belarc Advisor and PhpSysInfo can get as much information about as many of your machines as you need.
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Share one keyboard and mouse with multiple machines without a KVM
The Synergy open source application allows you to share a keyboard and mouse between Windows, Mac, and Linux computers and saves you the cost of a KVM.
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Enable the mounting of ext2/3 file systems on a Windows machine
One of the easiest ways to get data off an ext2/3 disk from a Windows machine is to use Ext2Fsd. Here are Ext2Fsd installation and usage instructions.
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Lock down sensitive information with Secure Data Manager
Secure Data Manager is a handy way to keep your sensitive passwords hidden from prying eyes, yet keep it at the ready for when you need to locate credentials for a machine, a software key, a URL login, and more.
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Set up email accounts in Simple Groupware
Jack Wallen provides all the information your SMB needs to start setting incoming and outgoing email for all the users on your Simple Groupware server.
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Solutions to an Android email and untrusted server certificate problem
Microsoft's frequent changes may cause issues with the email you receive on your Android phone. Jack Wallen offers a reader advice about such a problem.
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Windows 7 Welcome screen pauses for 30 seconds during logon
Using a solid color as your Desktop background makes Windows 7 pause for 30 seconds during logon. Here's a quick registry tweak to fix the problem.
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Restore the Quick Launch toolbar in Windows 7
Windows 7 offers many improvements over XP and Vista, but the absence of the Quick Launch toolbar isn't one of them. Here's how to get it back.
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Enable the mounting of ext2/3 file systems on a Windows machine
One of the easiest ways to get data off an ext2/3 disk from a Windows machine is to use Ext2Fsd. Here are Ext2Fsd installation and usage instructions.
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Make Gmail act like Outlook with these two quick tips
Bill Detwiler shows you how to make Gmail work like Outlook by turning off conversation view and sorting mail with filters and labels.
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Wireshark makes locating bandwidth issues easy
When a small business experiences network bottlenecks, the best troubleshooting tool for the job is Wireshark, according to Jack Wallen.
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Increase the number of workstations a user can join to a domain
Change the number of machines a user can join to a domain by editing the ms-DS-MachineAccountQuota attribute with ADSI Edit.
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Edit PDF documents with LibreOffice Draw
With LibreOffice Draw, you can edit basic PDFs without splurging for Adobe Acrobat or jumping through any hoops with add-ons.
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Manage your Nagios installation with the web-based GUI NagiosQL
NagiosQL is a powerful web-based GUI tool that helps you configure and manage your Nagios network monitor. Follow these NagiosQL install instructions.
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Acer Iconia Tab teardown: Easy-to-service, 3G-ready
The Acer Iconia Tab has a stylish exterior, but the Android tablet also has a removable back cover, replaceable battery, and 3G-ready internal design.
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Repair multiple Internet Explorer issues with one application
The free Anvi Browser Repair Tool can repair a multitude of Internet Explorer problems. Find out why this is one of Jack Wallen's go-to tools.
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Five Firefox Add-ons for taking Web page screenshots
Five free Firefox Add-ons that let you take, edit, and even share screenshots of a Web page.
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Share one keyboard and mouse with multiple machines without a KVM
The Synergy open source application allows you to share a keyboard and mouse between Windows, Mac, and Linux computers and saves you the cost of a KVM.
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Set up MySQL database replication to ensure up-to-date backups
Learn how to have a working, replicated MySQL database so your backup is always current.
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RogueKiller scans systems for rootkits, registry issues, and more
RogueKiller is better at resolving registry issues than CCleaner, according to Jack Wallen. Learn how to use this supplemental defense against malicious software.