Optimize & Speedup Windows 7 with EnhanceMySe7en Freeware Utility

I am sure all those users who have used Windows 7 Beta or Windows 7 RC will accept the fact that performance of Windows 7 is superior to Windows Vista or XP. However a big issue with all windows operating system is performance degradation over period of time.
Here is handy freeware utility EnhanceMySe7en with which you can tweak, optimize & control many aspects of the windows 7 with maximum convenience. It has all necessary features for maintaining Windows 7 in a perfect condition.
EnhaceMySe7en has tools that take care of the registry, disk space and its defragmentation, installed software, HDD temperature and all sorts of things related to system’s health. Also there are lots of other options helping to boost your system’s performance.

Features of EnhaceMySe7en for Windows 7

View Programs & Files Loaded After Windows Boot with After Boot File Viewer

We are sure you would have noticed that machine with freshly Installed Windows boots faster than the one which has Windows running for past six months to year. The reason for this is as you start installing programs and applications many of the files are added to Windows boot process to load at startu and this is what causes the slowdown in Windows boot process.
If you can control & remove those unnecessary files and programs added to Windows startup then you can reduce the windows boot time significantly but unfortunately Windows doesn’t provide any way to let us know which programs are loaded in startup. To solve this problem here is free utility After Boot File viewer.

View Windows 7 Startup Program List with Startup Discoverer

Windows 7 has several ways to start applications & programs automatically commonly referred as startup locations. A tight control over startup programs can save you from viruses & malicious programs. Manually keeping check of windows 7 startup locations could be cumbersome task and many don’t know all Windows 7 startup locations.

Here is nifty app Startup Discoverer which can retrieve list of programs added into startup locations of Windows 7. You can view program list based on startup category like machine runs, user runs etc.

Startup Discoverer

Speedup Windows 7 Startup with My Startup Delayer

Windows exhibits typical characteristics of system slow down, slow startup and frequent crashes as the time passes after fresh installation of Windows operating system. Though Microsoft has significantly improved the booting time from Vista to Windows 7 but there is no control over the applications which adds entry to startup process list in order to auto start with every Windows boot.
This could be very frustrating, especially when you want to quickly go online for some reason and patiently waiting for your System to startup. Not any more, My Startup Delayer is here to rescue you. As the name suggests, this is small application designed to help in removing or delaying the applications which auto starts with Windows there by increasing overall Windows boot time.
My Startup Delayer has simple user interface and multiple options to adjust delay of application launch on startup as per your need. It also offers option to either delay or completely disable selected application from Windows Startup.
My Startup Delayer is portable app, so it doesn’t need any installation. Simply download and run My Startup Delayer. You will notice that when you run this app, it provides you the list of all the application currently added into Windows Startup process list.

My 2012 Review Of PC Tools Antivirus Free v9

The latest in my series of reviews of free 2012 antivirus programs is for PC Tools Antivirus Free v9.

The Good:

• 1. Fair detection rates
• 2. Nice clean interface
• 3. Low memory usage during scans

The Bad:

• 1. Took a long time to install
• 2. Very high CPU usage during a full scan
• 3. -

If you are looking for a good free antivirus program should you consider PC Tools Antivirus Free v9, the company’s new program for 2012?
Lets find out…

The Top 10 Free Antivirus Programs 2012

As summer 2011 comes around the security vendors cast their eyes to the following year and start releasing the paid for versions of their antivirus programs. For most people I would definitely recommend handing over a few dollars to get a good level of protection but, for some people, that may not be necessary.

Review Of Webroot Secure Anywhere Antivirus

Today’s 2012 antivirus review features the latest offering from Webroot; Webroot Secure Anywhere.

Key Benefits:

• Quick scans
• Offers a sandbox mode
• Happily works in conjunction with other security products

There is a growing trend with antivirus programs these days and that is to combine traditional databases full of virus definitions with cloud technology which provides a quicker response to new threats. Webroot Secure Anywhere Antivirus bucks the trend somewhat by dispensing with the database model completely.
This of course offers some advantages, namely that most of the ‘work’ performed by the program is not reliant on your PC. Therefore, hourly/daily updates are not required as all the pertinent information is stored and frequently updated on Webroot’s own servers.

Review Of Norton Internet Security 2012 | Download

I didn’t originally have any intention of looking at any Norton products as part of my 2012 antivirus and internet security reviews, mainly because I have not been impressed their products in the past.  However, I have had many requests from you guys to do just that so, by popular demand, here is my impression of Norton Internet Security 2012.

Key Benefits:

• Packed full of features
• Very good malware detection rates
• Accurate spam filter

If you buy Norton Internet Security 2012 then you will discover that the download is around 100 MB in size and, as the screenshot below implies, it installs quite quickly.

Review F-Secure Internet Security 2012 | Download

Before  I review this F-Secure Internet Security 2012, I have reviewed F-Secure Internet Security 2012 but back then it was only in beta form. Now the final retail version has been released so I thought I’d take another quick look…

Key Benefits:

• Familiar interface
• Very easy to use
• Highly effective

As regular readers will know, F-Secure Internet Security products have been my favourite for some time now and, indeed, this year’s version, the subject of this review, is again my own personal choice.
Why is that?

Review Of Bullguard Internet Security 2012 | Download

Next up in my continuing series of personal reviews of internet security products for the coming year is BullGuard Internet Security 12.

Key Benefits:

• Very good at blocking malware
• PC Tune Up is good at what it does
• 5 GB of hosted online backups

Bullguard Internet Security 12 is a quick installation with the initial files coming in at a fairly modest 23 MB:

ESET Smart Security 5 - Review

A short while ago I took a look at ESET NOD32 Antivirus 5 and was very impressed. Is the bigger brother, ESET Smart Security 5, just as impressive? Read on to find out.

Key Benefits:

• Easy to use
• Fast updates and low system resource usage
• Effective detection and removal of threats

ESET Smart Security 5 is an easy to use security program that will do a grand job of protecting your computer from all of the latest threats. It uses a small amount of memory and CPU usage is also low so if you shouldn’t notice any slowdown if you use your computer while scans are in progress.

Review AVG Internet Security 2012 - Download

Next up in my continuing series of personal reviews of internet security products for the coming year is AVG Internet Security 2012.

The Good:

• Good detection rate
• Small performance hit when running
• Gaming mode

The Bad:

• Antiquated firewall
• Spam filter not particularly effective
• Free antivirus program from the same company represents much better value

Panda Internet Security 2012 - Review

Next up in my continuing series of personal reviews of internet security products for the coming year is Panda Internet Security 2012.

The Good:

• Low system requirements
• Effective detection of threats
• Parental Controls

The Bad:

• Safe Browser
• Interface: white text on a black background is a personal no-no
• Panda’s 2012 Antivirus Pro may offer better value

BitDefender Total Security 2012 - Review

Back on the 17th of this month I took a look at the beta version of BitDefender Total Security 2012 and I have to say that I wasn’t impressed at all. There were a few reasons for this but the main one by far was the fact that the program reduced my laptop to a crawl. Or should I say complete and utter standstill.

The Good:

• Massive improvement over the beta version
• Auto-pilot feature requires less input from the user
• Large range of features

The Bad:

• Large amount of RAM required
• Interface: white text on a black background is a personal no-no
• Some people have reported that installation can be slow

Review Of BitDefender Total Security 2012 (beta)

In my continuing series of reviews of 2012 internet security software I have already looked at the latest products from Kaspersky Labs and F-Secure. Today I will be looking at a new product from BitDefender: BitDefender Total Security 2012.

The Good:

• Auto-pilot feature requires less input from the user
• Large range of features
• Not much else I’m afraid

The Bad:

• Shocking performance
• Large amount of RAM required
• Interface: white text on a black background is a personal no-no

F-Secure Internet Security 2012 - Review

In June I reviewed F-Secure Internet Security 2012 but back then it was only in beta form. Now the final retail version has been released so I thought I’d take another quick look…

Key Benefits:

• Familiar interface
• Very easy to use
• Highly effective

As regular readers will know, F-Secure Internet Security products have been my favourite for some time now and, indeed, this year’s version, the subject of this review, is again my own personal choice.
Why is that?

Review Of Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 | Download

If you follow the internet security industry at all then you will probably already know that it is customary for companies to release their lineup for the following year at about this time. Of all the security products I’ve chosen to look at over the coming 12 months, the first off the blocks this year is Kaspersky Internet Security 2012. So, without further ado, I’ll take a look at the Russian lab’s offering to see how it fares against last year’s products and, in time, how it compares with it’s competition.

The Good:

• Quick to install
• Quick to run
• Effective detection of threats

The Bad:

• Scanning disabled if your laptop is running off the battery (though this setting can be changed)
• The very first update is quite large and, in some cases, can take quite some time to install

The Best 10 Internet Security Programs 2012 – My Reviews

Are you looking to protect your PC, laptop or netbook? Do you want more than just antivirus protection? If so, you’ll be wanting a complete internet security package.
There are many bonuses to buying an internet security suite as opposed to a standalone antivirus program. Some examples of the extra features you will gain if you spend a few extra dollars on your security are -

• a firewall
• antispyware
• antispam protection
• protection against dodgy links in search engines
• identity theft protection

Most of the above are fairly common features in internet security programs these days but many security vendors add in other useful additions that are unique to their products. In fact, I expect all of the companies I will be looking at to try and outdo each other, as well as improve on their 2011 offerings.
I will be reviewing internet security products from the following security vendors as they are released over the next few months. So keep popping back as I will add more on a regular basis -

2012 Internet Security Reviews

Download Microsoft Security Essentials 2012 - Review

The latest in my series of reviews of free 2012 antivirus programs is for Microsoft’s Security Essentials. This antivirus program has been created for free two years ago now and thats how long its been since I last looked at it. Back in 2009 I thought it was an excellent security program. Has that changed?

The Good:

• 1. Free
• 2. Capped CPU usage
• 3. Fairly good detection rate

The Bad:

• 1. It doesn’t have the feature set seen in other free antivirus programs
• 2. Business users are limited to a 10 PC installation maximum
• 3. Scanning time can be quite long

Microsoft Security Essentials is of course provided to you by the same company that likely wrote your operating system. With that in mind, they ought to know what they are doing!

How To Enable Chrome Instant for Faster Searching and Browsing

I do not know if people out there like to surf the web using Google as I do. And I don't know anyone who hates Google's Instant Search feature, which is available in all web browsers, as long as you're searching from Google's website. But of course you are like me in this regard including the use of the Google Chrome browser right?
As you type your query into the Google Search box, Google will return results immediately after you start typing, changing with each new character entered, which has become a huge timesaver for some. But now, there's something even better—Instant Browsing.
It's called Chrome Instant, as is only available on Google Chrome right now. As you well know by now, the search box and the URL box are one in the same on Chrome. And now it can recognize possible websites of interest and load them while you type, in lieu of just the normal search results page.

How To Browse More Faster With Google Chrome

Despite the fact that you may not find this as a necessity, if you do follow this quick guide, you will wonder how you ever managed before. This tutorial is based on the assumption that you're using Google Chrome, so if you aren't, I advise you to download and install it. Furthermore, this tutorial is aimed towards beginners, however advanced users may also learn a thing or two.

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Avira AntiVir Personal 2012 12.0.0.861

The AntiVir Personal Edition offers the effective protection against computer viruses for the individual and private use on a single PC-workstation. In order to make possible an easy operation, the AntiVir Personal Edition is developed to the essential points.
Even though viruses have now grown very numerous, one thing hasn't changed: our commitment to provide you with all-round protection. The reliability of AntiVir is demonstrated in numerous comparison test and references featured in independent trade journals.

Features of Avira AntiVir Personal 2012 :

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Ultimate Windows Customizer, a must utility for Windows 7 Users

If you are the one who loves to tweak Windows, taking it from default Windows to highest customize and personalized level then the utility which we will be discussing today is must for you. Ultimate Windows Customizer, as the name suggest is the tool with which you customize most visual & hidden settings of Windows 7.
The utility comes from TheWindowsClub member Lee Whittington. You might have come across many small portable utilities which lets you to customize one or two features but Ultimate Windows Customize is way too ahead and includes tons of options for customization. For reference following are broader categories under which many tweaks and customization are provided by UWC,
Windows Explorer, Context Menu, Libraries, Logon Screen, Start Orb, Taskbar, Settings & Extras, Windows Media Player & Miscellaneous.

How to Activate & Setup Facebook Video Calling on Mac OS X Lion

Finally yesterday Facebook unveiled video calling feature for its users. Facebook video calling is powered by Skype and supports one to one calling right from facebook inside your browser. No need of downloading any desktop app for that, however you do need to download Facebook video chat browser plugin to activate Facebook video calling.

AVIRA Free Antivirus 2012 – Review

The Rating Scale Breakdown:

• 0  – 0.5 – Abysmal
• 1.0 – 1.5 – Terrible
• 2.0 – 2.5 – Poor
• 3.0 – 3.5 – Average
• 4.0 – 4.5 – Great
• 5.0 – Excellent

• Undetermined – Too soon to tell or lacking evidence to provide a solid answer
• Not Tested – Has yet to be requested or there is some limitations to prevent accurate test results

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Price: Free
A. Installation AVG – 5.0 “Excellent“ – A very easy 2-3 click install.
B. Un-installing AVG – 4.5 “Great“ – Very easy to un-install. But you will require a reboot. To completely remove AVIRA from your system.

AVG Antivirus 2012 Free Edition – Review

Today we’re going to revisit a new AVG product, AVG Anti-Virus 2012 Free Edition. Previously I’ve been using Comodo Internet Security Premium Free as my security, but I decided to see what AVG has done to their new 2012 anti-virus software. Upon some more research it appears that AVG Anti-Virus 2012 Free Edition protects against many kinds of malware, including Viruses, Trojans, Spyware, and Rootkits. It also detects PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) such as keygens or hacktools. Anyway, enough blab and let’s see AVG 2012 impress!

How To Upload Image To Google Earth

As the name says, add your images to Google Earth, in just a few simple steps.
Yes, its so easy.

Requirements:-
1.You must have the original image of the location or object.

First of all, go to http://www.panoramio.com
Then, signup there, a google account will work there, because panoramio is a partner of google.
Now, login, and upload your image or images there, you can upload upto 10 images at a time, and then give title and description to each image.
After that, your images will not be published in Google Earth, you have to do an important work now.
These below steps are important to publish your images in google earth.

Download Windows 7/Direct3D 11 (DirectX 11)

Microsoft has been continuously evolving DirectX to implemen latest graphics technologi features and to support wide varieties of games, Display devices. After making DirectX 10 available for windows Vista here is next version DirectX 11 with Direct3D 11 which is available for download as technical preview.
Windows 7/Direct3D 11 Technical Preview is part of DirectX SDK and contains Technical Preview of Direct2D, DirectWrite, DXGI 1.1. Good news is, it is not only available as Technical Preview but also as DirectX End-User Runtimes.
Windows 7/Direct3D 11 (DirectX 11) is supported on Windows 7 and Windows Vista only. Windows XP users cannot install DirectX 11.

Download Windows 7/Direct3D 11 (DirectX 11)

Download Windows 7/Direct3D 11 (DirectX 11) (SDK)
Download Windows 7/Direct3D 11 (DirectX 11) (Web Installer)

Troubleshoot Windows 8 System Crash with Windows 8 Log Collector

Sistem crashes are hard to prevent especially when it’s Windows Operating system. Worst it is even more difficult to fix them without log files. Hence most IT admins often rely on log files to detect and fix system crashes or conflicting hardware, however it becomes very cumbersome task when you got hundreds of computers on network and manually collection all log files.
What if you can have tool which can automatically collect all the log files on Windows OS, do you think will be help for you?? If you answer is yes then here is freeware tool Windows 8 Log Collector.

Which is Best Free Antivirus 2012 version: Performance and Comparison

Which is the best free antivirus? Which is faster and which detects more malware without falling into the false positives ? Here we have the latest version (2012 products) shortlisted and analysed- avast, AVG, Avira, Panda Cloud and MSE – to find the clear winner.

5 Best Free Antivirus candidates (version 2012)

In the last decade, free antivirus solutions have gone from mediocre to become security programs better than many equivalent paid ones, offering a high quality protection at zero cost. The five chosen ones account for 40% of the overall market share:

How To Remove Windows Genuine Notification

I recently again came up with the situation that Windows Genuine Notification popped up because Windows Update again installed it via Automatic Updates. It pops up while a user logs in to windows, displays a message near the system tray and keeps on reminding you in between work that the copy of windows is not genuine. It has been reported since its first release that even genuine users are getting this prompt, so Microsoft has them self release instructions for its removal. When I searched on Google about this issue, I landed up on pages which were providing many methods of its removal including those patching up existing files with their cracked versions which I would highly recommend avoiding them as they might contain malicious code and can be used to get you into more trouble.
I found out this method of removal of Windows Genuine Notification :

Review Of BitDefender Antivirus Plus 2012

Today’s 2012 antivirus review features BitDefender Antivirus Plus 2012. (see my review of BitDefender Total Security 2012 if you would prefer a more robust protection suite)

Key Benefits:

• Scores very well in independent testing
• Autopilot mode will be a great benefit to those who prefer hands off security
• Strong anti-phishing protection

Review Of ESET NOD32 Antivirus 5

Continuing with my ongoing series of 2012 antivirus reviews I am, today, looking at ESET NOD32 Antivirus 5.

The Good:

• Clean, simple interface
• Scores well in independent tests
• Low system resource usage

The Bad:

• Rescue CD requires prior installation of Microsoft’s Automated Installation Kit (AIK)
• -
• -

Review Of Trend Micro Titanium Antivirus Plus 2012

The next antivirus program I’m looking at in my 2012 reviews is Trend Micro Titanium Antivirus Plus 2012. Trend Micro™ Titanium™ Antivirus + provides software protection made easy.
The Good:

• Simple to use
• Very quick installation
• Good detection rates

The Bad:

• High CPU usage during my testing*
• Not as many features as some of its competitors
• Whilst general support is free, premium support will cost you

Review Of Panda Antivirus Pro 2012

The new security products for 2012 are slowly beginning to appear now. Previously I looked at Kaspersky Antivirus 2012. Today I am reviewing Panda Antivirus Pro 2012.
Regular readers may recall that, historically, I have not been a fan of Panda’s free offerings but have been well impressed with their retail products. Lets see if that will change this year…

The Good:

• Runs well on older computers
• Firewall included
• Large range of features

The Bad:

• Panda Safe Browser isn’t the nicest thing I’ve ever used
• Interface: white text on a black background is a personal no-no
• -

Review Of Kaspersky Antivirus 2012

Following on from my review of Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 I am today kicking off my 2012 antivirus reviews with another Kaspersky Labs product which is unsurprisingly called Kaspersky Antivirus 2012.

The Good:

• Quick to install
• Quick to run
• Effective detection of threats

The Bad:

• Scanning disabled if your laptop is running off the battery (though this setting can be changed)
• I believe that Kaspersky’s 2012 Internet Security suite offers better value

The Best 10 Antivirus Programs 2012

It may only be the middle of 2011 but antivirus programs are a bit like sporty computer games – they all come out 6 months early. Unlike said computer games there are many good choices when it comes to antivirus programs. But which choice is the right one for you?

Well, something I’ve always said, and always will, is that there is no correct answer to that question. We all have different skill levels and use our computers, laptops, netbooks and cell phones in different ways.
With that in mind, I’m going to take a look at what I think will be the top 10 antivirus programs for 2012 and I’ll tell you what I like about them and what I don’t like. After that you’ll have to decide which features work for you and buy accordingly.

2012 Antivirus Reviews

How to Install Windows 8 from Bootable USB Flash Drive without Windows 8 DVD

Back in Windows 7 days we had cover how to install Windows 7 from USB Drive and it turned out quite popular guide amongst early Windows 7 adopters. The main reason of making bootable Windows 7USB drive is either you got laptop & PC machine without DVD drive.
Now that Windows 8 is in development and first Windows 8 build 7850 is already leaked we are back with similar guide for Windows 8. You might argue why not mount Windows 8 ISO and straight way start Windows 8 installer, well it is not possible for Windows XP Users, since direct upgarde to Windows 8 from XP is not supported.

How To Reset Windows 7 To Original Factory Settings [Complete Guide]

We all know that the next version of Microsoft Windows OS – Windows 8 will have an immensely handy option to reset Windows to original state, also referred to as, restore system to original factory settings. Many Windows 7 users feel that it’d be better if there is any tool or system recovery utility which can effortlessly revert the system running Windows 7 back to its original state (provided you have not made a recovery disk). As far as Windows 7 is concerned, there are lot of methods available online, claiming to bring back the original settings of Windows 7 with default set of pre-installed programs, application compilers, and software packages, but sadly, all the contrived methods seem tiring and require a lot of effort, leaving user with no other option than to manually reset Windows to original settings.

How To Install Windows Visual Style File For Win XP / 7: Android Theme

Android Theme can used for the OS Windows XP and windows 7, android theme A please choose one of them to install on your desktop or laptop. But before you use it first saw the screenshot Android Theme for windows xp below

Android Windows X Theme

Free Download Avira Internet Security 2012 With 180 Days License Key

Get Free License Key of Avira Internet Security 2012 for 6 months. next generation of Avira security 2012 products. Now, they are officially released.
Avira Internet Security Version 2012. Its ultramodern, redesigned interface, easy operation and blazing fast performance deliver more protection in less time. Make the most of Avira’s unbeatable anti-malware technology without being a computer expert.

McAfee Internet Security 2012 Free 90 Days Subscription

McAfee Internet Security 2012 is a comprehensive security suite that provides protection from online and offline threats like viruses, spyware, rootkits, keyloggers and other malware programs. The new version of McAfee Internet Security has the same interface as of the 2011 version. Newly introduced features include: pre-install scan – scans and removes threats prior to installation, USB and removable drive scan – protects against “Autorun” threats usually found on DVDs & flash drives, and URL Shortener – facilitates secure sharing of links on social networking sites such as Twitter and Facebook.

Norton 2012 Internet Security Review – More than Just Antivirus

In recent years, Symantec’s Norton Internet Security on packages for end-users is a complete makeover. The comprehensive package of security tools works better now than ever before and offers an impressive list of features and new tools such as remote management and to analyze the stability of downloads.
Even when tests conducted by third-party benchmarks that evaluate the effectiveness of product safety, the program is at the upper end of the scale. CNET Labs performance benchmarks also suggest that users should be in their daily work, despite the considerable resources required under normal conditions with minimal impact from the Norton software.

10 Reasons why Application didn’t open on Windows and their Solution

Two mouse clicks and the program you just installed does not open. Or another opens, but displays an error a few seconds and then closes or disappears suddenly. And you stare at the wallpaper, which is nice, yes, but not it’s any consolation.

The reasons why an application quits unexpectedly, sometimes taking others with them, are many, but can be grouped into a few categories. You know put it on the track of the error and its solution.

1. Essential Dependency / DLL, Plugin Missing

Many Software are programmed on a platform that they require some base dependency to start. These can be .NET Framework, Java Runtime Environment, Adobe AIR, Flash or Microsoft DirectX. It’s not about just 1 or 2 application but install all those mentioned as many application often requires their support in backend.

If there is an error of Missing DLL or Component then probably, the file is corrupt or installer didn’t had permission to write that file on installation directory. So, Re-installation is only solution in this case.

2. Incompatible with Operating System or Processor

Probably, you are trying to run a 64 Bit Program on you 32 Bit (x86) Windows Installation.

If you see an error message related to the Windows version, do not despair: you can still CONFIGURE on the Compatibility tab of the executable and Windows will pretend to be an older version to run that executable file.

Avast! Free Antivirus 6.0 Final Version Available [+ Key Valid Until 2038]

Finally, Avast! Free Antivirus 6.0 final version is available for download. This is one of the most popular antivirus software with more than 140 million users. Various fixes and new features have been added, such as the safe-zone, auto sandbox, site blocking, webrep, and more. Compare with previous versions, Avast Antivirus Free 6.0 comes with the loading speed is faster and lighter. Also fully supports Windows Xp, Vista, and Windows 7.

What's new in Avast! Free Antivirus 6.0: