HashTab: add a hash value tab to the file properties in Windows explorer
This one for the ubergeeks, amongst which I (hopefully) count myself. HashTab is a free Windows Explorer extension that adds a new “File Hashes” tab in the right click/properties dialog that simply displays the file’s calculated hash value, in order to verify a files’s integrity and authenticity. Another feature that your brand new Hash Tab [...]
Virtual Router: create a wi-fi hotspot using a wifi-enabled PC and a wired internet connection
Imagine the following situation: you have multiple wireless-enabled PCs or devices, a wired internet connection, and no wireless router to connect a wi-fi hotspot. Would it be possible to use the wireless adapter from your PC to create a mobile hotspot that can be used to provide all of your wireless enabled devices with an [...]
Grindstone: measure the time you spend on tasks
If you’ve ever wanted to measure the time you spend working on various tasks or projects then you should check out this free program. Grindstone is a kind of to-do list with a twist. It will let you create a list of tasks and an (optional) estimated time of completion and/or a due date, as [...]
MultiBoot USB: Simplifies Taking Your IT Toolbox With You
Pen Drive Linux has made it easy to turn your USB drive into a Live bootable Linux instance, allowing you to easily sample a Linux flavor or create the free, open-source tool you need. The group also provides another tool called MultiBoot USB that allows you to take multiple Linux ISOs and utilities with you [...]
Recycle Your Gadgets for Free or for Cash with Gazelle
Getting a new gadget is always fun but if it’s replacing an old gadget you might have questions about what to do with the old device. You might be thinking “Can I sell this old one for some cash?” or “Now, how exactly do I recycle this?”. The answer to both of those questions can [...]
MP3 Speed: listen to podcasts and audiobooks faster, preserving their pitch and comprehension
Do you have a lot of podcasts and/or audio books that you want to listen to but are unable to find the time? If so, this program can help. MP3 Speed is a simple, free program that does one thing: it changes the speed of your MP3 files. There are two ways in which it [...]
DeskNotes: excellent desktop sticky notes program that can sync to Outlook
If you’re looking for a good, free desktop sticky-notes type program then give DeskNotes a try. I’ve been using this program for several weeks now, and while it doesn’t exactly introduce any new functionality or spin on the general desktop sticky notes program concept, it manages to be a highly usable and reliable program all [...]
