GOOGLE TOOLBAR VERSION 4

Jan 31, 2006 | Google, IE, software

If you use the Google toolbar, there’s an update available today. Here’s a description of the new features. The search box has gotten smarter, there’s some enhanced features for sharing web pages by e-mail, text message, or blog, and you can add...

GOOGLE PACK

Jan 9, 2006 | Google, software

Google unveiled an eccentric collection of programs at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show under the umbrella name Google Pack. It’s described as a free collection of safe and useful software to improve your Windows and online experiences. It...

G-FORCE STOCKING STUFFER

Dec 12, 2005 | audio, software

If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer for a music lover, consider G-Force, which integrates with most computer music players and creates stunning visuals to accompany the music. It’s a long time favorite! The current version supports iTunes, Windows...

MSN MESSENGER ENCARTA BOT

Dec 6, 2005 | software

Here’s an interesting thing to do with MSN Messenger. Add the Encarta bot, encarta@conversagent.com, to your contact list, then ask a question. If the answer can be found in an encyclopedia, you’ll get the answer. Who is the president of Russia? Why is the...

QUICKTIME INSTALLATION

Nov 21, 2005 | software, video

Quicktime has a special place in my heart, along with America Online and RealPlayer, for its annoying and nonstandard installation routine. Here’s a blog that provides a pretty good summary of what it’s like to install the latest version.

QUICKBOOKS PRO 2006

Nov 18, 2005 | software

Intuit has been working on an improved interface for Quickbooks for years, and the result just hit the shelves this week. The first review is very positive and it’s the first time I can remember than an Intuit product has gotten more than one star from Amazon...