Operating system

Computer In Your Computer: How To Use VirtualBox–Free Guide

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MakeUseOf.com has just released another great guide and it couldn’t have come at a better time. Computer in Your Computer: How to Use VirtualBox is a free downloadable guide that steps you through the process of installing and using VirtualBox. What is VirtualBox? Basically, it is a way to install another operating system within your [...]

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Bring Your Old PC To Life With Ubuntu–Free PDF Guide

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How many schools have moved away from Windows and gone the Linux route? I’m betting that it’s not as many as it probably should be and I’m not sure why. Linux is a free open-source operating system–yes, free!! So in this era of declining school budgets it only makes sense to check out this option. [...]

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FileHippo Updater is the Easiest Way to Keep Your Apps Up-To-Date

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Although I love my iPad for its portability and apps, one thing I really love is the way it keeps the apps updated with a minimal amount of fuss! Do you wish there was something similar for your Windows desktop or daptop? Well, wish no more! I’ve been using the FileHippo Updater for some time [...]

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50 Cool Uses For Live CDs Starts Your Journey as an EdTech Geek–Free Download

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MakeUseOf.com released “50 Cool Uses for Live CD’s” yesterday and I already know what you’re thinking: What the heck is a Live CD? Why do I need a Live CD? What in the world does this have to do with EdTech? The first question is answered in the new free manual. Basically, it is a [...]

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Clean and Optimize Your System with Auslogics BoostSpeed 5.1–Free Giveaway Today

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I’m a little late today with this post but I wanted to test this software before recommending it. GiveAwayoftheDay.com is offering Auslogics BoostSpeed 5.1 for free today only. It usually costs $49.95 for a yearly subscription so this is your chance to clean up your system for free. I installed it on both of my [...]

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The Evolution of Mobile Operating Systems [Infographic]

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Yesterday we covered “The History of Operating Systems” on this blog.  Today, we continue in the same vein with “The Evolution of Mobile Operating Systems.” Did you know that there actually is a history and that it goes back to 1996? For anyone that owned a Palm device, you remember all that was possible.  But [...]

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The History of Operating Systems [Infographic]

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MakeUseOf.com has published a very interesting infographic titled “The History of Operating Systems.” Why is this important for educators? Many would say it isn’t!  However, I would beg to differ. History gives you context and context allows you to make good decisions. Even though the Mac vs. PC commercials were great (see multimedia box), they [...]

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Windows on Speed: Ultimate PC Acceleration Guide-Free Manual!

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MakeUseOf.com is one of my favorite sites for great resources.  Today they have released another free manual: Windows on Speed: Ultimate PC Acceleration Guide The manual is downloadable and should be a part of any Windows user’s toolkit.  Why?  The manual is full of great maintenance, tweaking and troubleshooting tips to keep your Windows machine [...]

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Windows 7: Educators, Why It’s Time to Upgrade

July 6, 2010

Are you a Windows user? If so, what version are you using?  If it’s still Windows XP, it is time to upgrade!  Windows 7 is a vastly superior operating system when compared with Windows XP.  If that isn’t enough, you can use your status as an educator to get a great discount!  There are plenty [...]

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