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Support is ending for some versions of Microsoft Windows
Feb 26th
- Support for Windows Vista without any service packs will end on April 13, 2010.
If you’re running Windows Vista without any service packs and you’re not ready to upgrade to Windows 7, you should install Windows Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2), a free update.
Windows Vista SP2 includes support for new types of hardware and includes all of the updates that have been released since Windows Vista SP1.
Get Service Pack 2 for Windows Vista, it’s free! http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-vista/Learn-how-to-install-Windows-Vista-Service-Pack-2-SP2
- Support for Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) will end on July 13, 2010.
If you’re running Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) and you’re not ready to upgrade to Windows 7, you should install Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), a free update.
Windows XP SP3 includes all previously released updates and a small number of new updates. It won’t significantly change the Windows XP experience.
Get Service Pack 3 for Windows XP, it’s free! http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/help/learn-how-to-install-windows-xp-service-pack-3-sp3
Comcast now providing Free Norton Security
Jan 20th
Comcast customers can now get Norton™ Security. It protects your computer, files and identity without slowing you down. Plus, get the award winning OnlineFamily.Norton to safeguard your kids online – $160 dollar value at no additional cost with your Comcast high-speed internet subscription. Visit http://security.comcast.net/ for more information and download links.
Note: After trying Norton 360 for Comcast, I have decided to return to Microsoft Security Essentials.
Comcast Internet Subscriber? Get a FREE* Wireless N Router!
Jan 11th
Comcast offers a FREE wireless router to Comcast customers that are leasing a High-Speed Internet modem or a Digital Voice modem from Comcast. All you pay is shipping and it must be returned along with your other equipment if you move or go with another provider. If you are currently leasing a router, they will reduce your router fee to $0. The router is a Netgear WNR1000v2, which retails for around $70. Visit http://www.comcast.com/wirelessrouter to start the order process.
At Comcast, providing great service for a great value is important.That’s why, as the leading provider of TV, home phone and Internet, we’re offering a next-generation wireless router to Comcast High-Speed Internet customers at no additional monthly cost.
Wirelessly connect your computers, gaming consoles and PDA’s. Watch trailers, read reviews or search the Web for juicy Hollywood gossip anywhere in your house!
Learn more about home networks, routers and setting up a home network.
Eligibility:
- To qualify, you must currently lease a High-Speed Internet modem or a Digital Voice modem from Comcast. Please check your bill to see if you currently lease a modem.
- Qualifying customers can receive one wireless router.
Customers already leasing a router:
- If you currently lease a router from Comcast, you can keep your existing router and your monthly More >
Three programs every Windows PC user should install
Jun 24th
I am a minimalist. low drag = high speed. Piriform embraces this philosophy as well, offering three free programs that are sure to win their place pinned to the top of your start menu. They cover the holy trinity of computer maintenance… file clutter, fragmentation and recovery. If you havn’t tried any of these programs you should.
CCleaner - A freeware system optimization, privacy and cleaning tool. It removes unused files from your system – allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space. It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. Additionally it contains a fully featured registry cleaner. But the best part is that it’s fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware!
Tip: If you rely heavily on your web-browser saving and inputting passwords for you, be sure to uncheck COOKIES! Better yet, add the websites cookie to the list of protected ones in options!
Tip: The registry cleaner in CCleaner is one of the safest I have used, but use it sparingly and when prompted to save a backup, do it!
Homepage: http://www.ccleaner.com Download the SLIM version here: http://www.ccleaner.com/download/builds
Defraggler – This freeware utility differs from other defrag tools on the market, by enabling you to quickly and simply defrag the files More >