Computer stuff...
iTunes 12.1.1 released.
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Be sure to see:
Ed Bott – The unofficial guide to installing iTunes 10 without bloatware
What’s new in iTunes
This update addresses an issue that may cause audio playback to stutter, fixes a problem with syncing contacts and calendars from Outlook to iOS devices, and improves compatibility with screen readers.
dBpoweramp r15.2 (Music Converter & CD Ripper) released.
This is the only program I use for audio ripping/converting. I use the non-free version.
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Forum post on version r15.2
Difference in versions
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Unregistered version
Samsung 850 Pro SSD Firmware Update
Samsung has kinda released firmware version EXM02B6Q for the 850 Pro SSD.
The update has been on their website for a day now but is not showing up via the Samsung Magician Software.
If you are in a hurry you can download the bootable ISO and update. I’m gonna wait a few days.
VMWare Player 7
Version 7.1.0-2496824 of VMware Player released.
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Release Notes
COOL! 😎
Star Wars VS Star Trek Epic Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5S5tBuNJdM
Start8 version 1.5 is out.
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Update from within program: Right-click Start icon > Configure > About > Check for updates.
This update includes:
Added support for sleep function on Surface 3 and similar devices.
Added option to access a list of modern UI applications from the Start8 Start menu.
Below is a list I created of SSD software from the major brands. (Because I was bored/curious.)
If I’ve left something out please let me know.
[Read more…] about OEM SSD Software
MS Security Essentials Fails + Alternatives
Microsoft’s Security Essentials Fails Latest Antivirus Test ( http://www.av-test.org/en/antivirus/home-windows/windows-7/december-2014/ )
AV-Comparatives Product Of The Year – Winner = Bitdefender. Top rated products 2014 in alphabetical order:
AVG, AVIRA, Emsisoft, ESET, F-Secure, Fortinet, Kaspersky Lab
related: 24 antivirus products for Windows 8.1 tested – only two with perfect score
Software Updates
Google Chrome 40.0.2214.94
Kodi 14.1 – Home media center software for Windows, Linux, and Mac. I use this.
Autoruns 13
Startup manager on steroids. Updates include Virustotal intergration and improved search filters.
iTunes 12.1
What’s new in iTunes
iTunes is now a full 64-bit application on 64-bit editions of Windows 8, 7, and Vista. This update also includes bug fixes and improves performance when syncing with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
LibreOffice 4.4
UI improvements. Bugfixes.
Q – I’ve followed your freeware guides for years. Thanks! What programs do you use that aren’t free?
A – You’re most welcome. Though I’ve used many over the years, here are the non-free programs I currently use:
[Read more…] about Non-Free Apps I Use
Firefox
FF updated to 35.0.1. Bugfixes.
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Release Notes
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CCleaner
v5.02 is out.
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Version History
***Pay attention during install. May attempt to install unwanted programs.
Flash (again)
v16.0.0.296 released.APSA15-01 Security Advisory for Adobe Flash Player
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Flash for IE
Flash for other browsers
Main download page
Windows 8 users check Windows Update, AFAIK it has not been updated as of this post.
Google Chrome users, AFAIK it has not been updated as of this post.
APSB15-02 Security updates available for Adobe Flash Player
Download:
Flash for IE
Flash for other browsers
Main download page
Windows 8 users check Windows Update.
Google Chrome users, Flash was updated yesterday with Chrome 40.0.2214.91.