Monthly Archives: September 2009

FREE Anti-Virus / Anti-Malware / Anti-Spyware released from Microsoft

Posted on September 29, 2009 by Nerd

Today, Microsoft released Security Essentials, a 100% free anti virus, anti spyware, and anti malware software.  There are no subscriptions, no trials, just 100% free!  Finally, people can protect their computers without forking over any money! Download, and install the … Continue reading →

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New “How To” posted

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Nerd

Have you backed up your pictures lately? or ever?  Go read the newest How To, and get to backing up those pictures! Read:  How to backup your pictures using Picasa

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Picasa 3.5 – now with facial recognition!

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Nerd

I’ve been a fan of Picasa for a long time, and now I’ve an even bigger fan!  Facial tags were first introduced in Picasa Web Album, and now has gone a step further, and not only detects faces, but also … Continue reading →

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Google Sync now “pushes” mail

Posted on September 22, 2009 by Nerd

Until now, Google Sync only worked with Calendar and Contacts, but now supports mail!  This is great news for mobile users – both Windows and iPhone! Read more over at the official [ Google Mobile Blog ]

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Enable MMS now on your iPhone

Posted on September 22, 2009 by Nerd

MMS functionality for AT&T customers of iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS running iPhone firmware 3.1 is set to launch officially on September 25th. Aaron Krill has posted a nice little trick to enable this functionality right now before the official … Continue reading →

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Protect your PC – Disable AutoPlay

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Nerd

Windows 7 disables the AutoPlay feature which has been abused by malware (like Conficker). Now, Microsoft provides this same functionality for Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, and Windows Server 2008. Download Disable AutoPlay for Windows Update for Windows … Continue reading →

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New How-To added: How to secure your wireless network

Posted on September 10, 2009 by Nerd

Most wireless networks are unsecured, which can cause major security concerns.  Go check out the new How To here on EverydayNerd.com [  How to Secure your Wireless Network ]

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