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Screenshots: Five encryption tools for Windows

May 16, 2013 8:15am PDT

Whether you want to encrypt an entire hard drive or just a folder or a few files, using the right tool is vital.

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Five IDEs for building better applications

May 10, 2013 10:55am PDT

When it comes to building applications, the right tool for the job can really make all the difference.

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Screenshots: Windows 8 Reset your password tool

May 9, 2013 12:23pm PDT

To reset a password in Microsoft Windows 8 you have to use the online version of the Reset your password tool.

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Slideshow: Use System Image Recovery tool to restore your hard disk

March 27, 2013 11:51am PDT

Greg Shultz shows you how to use System Image Recovery tool from the Recovery Drive to restore your hard disk.

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Clean up your hard drive with five easy to use tools

March 14, 2013 12:46pm PDT

There are times when a handy disk janitor utility can swoop in and save the day. Jack Wallen lists a few of his favorites.

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Slideshow: Windows 8 Refresh your PC tool in action

March 7, 2013 1:31pm PST

Greg Shultz explains how to use the default mode of the Windows 8 Refresh your PC tool from the Recovery Drive.

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Five tools to clean Internet Explorer

March 7, 2013 8:37am PST

Brien Posey discusses five utilities that can help you to clean up Internet Explorer and cover your tracks.

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Screenshots: Five mostly obscure desktop backup tools

February 22, 2013 11:52am PST

It's nice to know there are backup tools that can be installed, free of charge, which can handle one, simple task.

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Simplify your downloads with these five tools

February 5, 2013 8:00am PST

Brien Posey lists tools that will simplify your large scale downloads.

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Five network management tools for admins

January 29, 2013 8:21am PST

Solid information leads to a strong and worry-free network. Jack Wallen lists five tools that can get you that solid information for free.

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Five tools for achieving better CRM

January 23, 2013 11:01am PST

Jack Wallen has found five tools to make your customer relationships more efficient and flexible.

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Five free social networking tools for the desktop

November 28, 2012 8:33am PST

Having the proper tools allows you to keep your business on top of social networking and keep you one step ahead of the competition.

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Five tools for recording web camera output

November 5, 2012 11:44am PST

Recorded web cam video is used for everything from instructional videos to YouTube posts, make sure you have the right tools.

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IT pros can manage systems with five free iOS tools

October 17, 2012 11:35am PDT

More and more IT professionals are using a tablet or their smart phone to perform network administration and other IT-related tasks. Here are five free IT tools that can be found in the Apple App...

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Keep your PCs clean with five portable antivirus and antimalware tools

October 15, 2012 8:42am PDT

Jack Wallen lists his five favorite portable antivirus / antimalware tools - the tools you keep handy for that inevitable security emergency.

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Five tools that ensure your personal information is securely erased

October 10, 2012 11:27am PDT

Brien Posey lists five tools that ensure your personal information is securely removed from all hard disks.

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Convert DVDs to a mobile format with these five tools

September 28, 2012 8:32am PDT

DVD ripping software allows you to extract a movie from a DVD and convert it to a format that you can watch on a mobile device.

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Five free anti-malware tools for Windows PCs

September 12, 2012 11:33am PDT

Protect your system against those insidious malware threats with the help of these reliable removal tools.

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Five free tools for network diagramming

September 5, 2012 7:10am PDT

If you're looking for a basic diagramming app that won't cost you a dime, you're in luck: There are several easy-to-use tools available for free.

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Five free recovery tools you can carry with you

September 4, 2012 5:59am PDT

Make sure your portable toolkit includes a reliable recovery solution. Here are five possibilities worth checking out.

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