If you still remember (or use?) the Autodesk CAD program released for MAC operating systems in 1992, this bit of news may be something you have waited for long. 18 years to be precise, but the fact is that AutoCAD is back for the Mac OS X.
And make the comeback even grander, Autodesk also plans to launch an AutoCAD app for the iPad and iPhone. So, if you are into computer aided designing, you can do your stuff on the go from now on.
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iTunes is a really great application for managing your music library and syncing music, videos, applications, etc. to your iPod as well as iPhone. But the sad part, for users like me who are hooked to Linux, is the avalability of iTunes only for Windows and Mac.
Why Apple? Why? 
Okay, so, let’s put this straight – Linux users need to look out for iTunes alternatives that can help in managing their iPod or iPhone. I know there are already some great set of applications like VLC Media Player, Rythmbox, MPlayer, etc. for managing your media library and play media files instantly that are available on Linux. Continue reading…
Apache HTTP server is one among the most popular web server software. It is an open source software developed by an open community of developers. And it is easily available on a wide variety of operating systems, that of course includes Linux.
Here is another ubuntu guide for Ubuntu users on installing Apache 2. Assuming this to be your first shot at performing the install of Apache 2 on Ubuntu 10.04, I’ve written a very detailed and step by step (lengthiest, I know) guide. Continue reading…
YouTube is great for watching comedy, news and entertainment clips online. The success of the Google-owned video sharing site has mobilized wannabe news anchors and spawned the latest journalism craze, “Citizen Journalism”.
In fact, the success of the site has made prominent news channels like CNN introduce their own “citizen journalism” programs, and forced many news networks and cable channels to embrace the social revolution by creating their own channels on the site. Continue reading…
The use of these USB flash drive is undoubtedly something that has become a necessity in this modern day world. As we know, in spite of its usefulness, there are certain risks involved with USB drives.
Due to its small size, it can easily be misplaced or stolen. This could be a serious thing when your flash drive contains sensitive documents and confidential files. The good news is that no matter how risky it is to put valuable files in these tiny portable storage devices, there is a solution available. Flash drive contents can be subjected to encryption protection. This is what USB safeguard specializes in. Continue reading…
There is really nothing I find distasteful about the Microsoft Word except for its high price. Majority of companies and business who need the MS Word utility have no choice but to pay the price that Microsoft demands.
For home users, anything installed on your PC, may already suffice rather than spending more on the fortune-worth MS Office application.
But why pay when you can have something similar for free. Yes folks, “Free” as in no cost. You need only to be resourceful and adept in making use of those search engines and whoala! You will be able to discover useful alternatives to the pricey MS Word with same features for no cost at all. Continue reading…
Although Apple has marketed the Mac as a computer that’s free from viruses and other malware, and it is true that the Mac is immune from the majority of viruses written for computers, it’s starting to become more important for Mac users like you and I to wake up and take some new preventative measures, as more users flock to the Apple platform.
As is the case with Windows, the more users of the operating system, the more lucrative the market is for hackers and cyber criminals to write virus code for that system. Until recently, Mac OS X had about 50 -60 malware code infections. However, recent reports from the Mac community point to increased risks in the platform, and many analysts are pointing accusing fingers at Apple for not taking security as seriously as Microsoft. Continue reading…
There was a phase when Norton products were to be taken as an secondary security product, as they were outdone by the emerging security products. They did manage to pull themselves in with the release of Norton 4.0 360, and embraced the customer satisfaction.
Battling in the field of the security software-products are companies such as Norton Kaspersky, Avast, ESET and many more.. And, if you’re using any of the Norton software and security product (You have purchased the subscription), but can’t seem to find out ways to update your Norton product to the latest version then read on.. Continue reading…