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Bins: groups icons on the taskbar in Windows 7

One of the most lauded features of Windows 7 is the new taskbar . The taskbar is the horizontal strip, usually in the bottom of the desk from which you access the programs and files open. In the latest version of Windows was carried out a thorough renovation of the taskbar, resulting in a more flexible tool, visual and customizable .

But not everything can be flowers. And is that the new taskbar Windows 7 feeds the risk of overcrowding of programs and files , collecting icons in it and complicating access.

To end this situation you can rely on your ability to organize or use tools such as bins ( containers ), by the creators of Fences , a unique utility that will keep your desk tidy like a charm.

Bins allows you to group icons anchored in the taskbar to your liking and show them in one piece (or container ). And how does Bins? In the simplest way imaginable.

The first thing you do is download Bins . The installation process is very simple .

Once installed, the program will display a mini-tutorial , by animated pop, shows the operation of Bins .

To group icons you drag an icon, that icon located above or group of icons that want to combine and release it in the window that appears. You can group icons to your liking , but a useful approach is to group them by type of applications : browsers, office suite, instant messaging programs, etc. …

You can move freely between the groups icons you’ve created and return them to the taskbar . To do this, simply drag them back to your new destination. It’s that simple.

Bins are available as public beta until next June 1st , so hurry if you want to try it, because after that date will cost $ 25 ($ 20 if you book now).

What do you think Bins? Is it worth paying for it?

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10 years of Mac OS X images

On March 24, 2001 came into Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, the first version to the public of new Apple operating system.

Gone Mac OS 9 , which appeared on October 23, 1999, Mac OS 8 (July 26, 1997) and distant in time System 1-7 (1984-1991).

We show images versions of Mac OS X to date, including the public beta and the upcoming Mac OS X 10.7 Lion.

Mac OS X Public Beta "Kodiak" (13 de septiembre de 2000)

Mac OS X 10.0 "Cheetah" (March 24, 2001)

Mac OS X 10.1 "Puma" (25 de septiembre de 2001)

Mac OS X 10.2 "Jaguar" (August 23, 2002)

Mac OS x 10.3 "Panther" (October 24, 2003)

Mac OS X 10.4 "Tiger" (29 de abril de 2005)

Mac OS X 10.5 "Leopard" (October 26, 2007)

Mac OS X 10.6 "Snow Leopard" (August 28, 2009)

Mac OS X 10.7 "Lion" (Summer 2011)

What was the first version of Mac OS X you tried? What surprised you the most? Do you think there will be Mac OS X 10.8?

Note: The screenshots are taken from the Guidebook and the English Wikipedia .

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Developments in the Mobile World Congress 2011

Week of movement, developments and expectations in Barcelona. As in past years, the largest mobile exhibition of the world gather to present the most important developments.

The celebration of the Mobile World Congress reaches its final day and there are many developments that have already been submitted. Want to know the highlights?

Windows Phone 7: Steve Ballmer presented the improvements of the new bid from Microsoft. Multitask native integration of Twitter, Internet Explorer 9 and SkyDrive added to Office for Windows Phone 7 are the most prominent. Among the most spectacular and you could see a demo of a bowling game in which Windows Phone 7 would connect with Kinect.

Google: Every time he speaks the giant freezes the world (or almost). At Mobile World Congress, its CEO Eric Schmidt said that Google can save the world . Enter your comments more mundane, filed Movie Studio, a video editing application from Android devices.

Nokia and Microsoft : While it was announced before the congress, the news continued to be the alliance between Nokia and Windows Phone 7 . Android is then discarded by the Finnish mark and both Symbian and Meegan continue, albeit with a somewhat uncertain future. Be expected, but the union can be explosive.

Mobile 3D and many tablets: In an event like the World Mobile Congress, the new products is always a spectacle. LG has introduced the 3D Optimus, have been models of HTC and Samsung … But if any device has been the attention, are the tablets . The iPad will soon have much but a lot of competition.

It seems that the big news has already been disclosed. On the other hand, it seems safe and share the big firms and developers in the industry is the growing prominence of mobile platforms in the world of software.

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PES 2011 vs. FIFA 11: demos speak

Today is an important day for football simulations, and can download the demo of PES 2011 and FIFA 11 . This simultaneity is a clear indication of what has become a fierce struggle between these great sports games.

The first, PES 2011 , and we analyze the beta a few days in advance. Strategy has greatly improved and graphics, and features spectacular repetition. As for FIFA 11 , include the amount of customization options, handling goalie in multiplayer games and the new career mode.

Have you tried both demos? Which do you prefer?

18 September: Freedom Day Software

On Saturday 18th September is Software Freedom Day, or Day of Software Freedom, an annual celebration that claims the importance of free software today and advocacy.

The Software Freedom Day was established in 2004, with 70 teams, and has since grown in popularity around the world. This year, for example, include more than 1,000 computers.

What is the purpose of the Software Freedom Day?

Software Freedom International is a nonprofit organization that organizes the event, held simultaneously in various locations around the world. For this local teams are conducting talks and activities for that day.

In this direction are the different activities that happen in almost every continent on Saturday 18 September. They are made ​​available free programs are taught to use and promote his philosophy.

In this sense, the Software Freedom Day aims to increase awareness of the importance of a developer to provide the source code of a program, so we know who does what he really said that mailings made ​​no secret that violate our privacy.

Examples of free software "? probably use more than one: the web browser Firefox , the office suite OpenOffice , Image Editor GIMP , the video player VLC , Linux distributions like Ubuntu , Fedora or Mandriva , the chat client aMSN and much more.

The Software Freedom Day has the backing of big heavyweights in the world of free software , and Canonical (makers of Ubuntu), Redhat, the Free Software Foundation, and the very Qt Google, among others.

Do you use free software in your day to day? You participate in any activity relating to the Software Freadom Day?

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Free Viewing of World Cup 2010 matches

Times change but the game continues. Plan your sofa and something to eat because it gets the World Cup and you will not have time to detach yourself from the television. Or more accurately, the computer screen?

If you want to see all World Cup matches live and for free pay attention to this guide for football fans. Just need a PC and a good Internet connection.

P2P, streaming, official site … The choices are varied so let’s make a summary of programs and websites that you have to know not to miss a minute of the World Cup.

Install a P2P

Perhaps the most popular option for Internet TV services are peer-to-peer . As I already explained on other occasions requiring the installation of a program on your computer. Among the most popular are Sopcast , TvAnts and TVUPlayer .

To know what time is game and what program you need to see it, it’s best to learn specialized web pages as football4less.com , vBulletin , Livesoccertv.com and futboltv.es . They can find schedules and information on the programs that you can see them.

Streaming: to be connected simply

A less complicated and offers good quality results is the streaming . In most cases you do not need to install software although you may need to register as a user. Among these, the parties are typically provided Justin.tv , Ustream and Fredocast .

Each service has channels sorted by subject and language . In the case of football, will not be the primary language, so look for the sports section and look for the game.

Among these services, a very young but notable for the high quality of their broadcasts is Veetle . Unfortunately, the number of channels is not very high yet, but if they were to deliver World Cup games would be an alternative to consider.

Spanish Channels

Telecinco.es offered from your website matches the Spanish team and a second-round match, one quarterfinal, one semifinal and final.

Foreign channels: BBC

All indications are that the BBC will offer games through its web . Unfortunately, the service will be accessible only from the UK.

An alternative if you do not live in the land of Beckham is to use a program like Hide IP or English service DaveProxy to simulate your IP address.

FIFA, the organizer

Another place that will surely provide a good deal of information is the official website of FIFA . Often compile summaries and full coverage of the event but do not expect free video broadcasts.

This is a good challenge for the organization and the resources and technical possibilities exist to provide a good product, too.

What about mobile?

The closer the start of the championship appear more related applications. View matches via telephone is not the most desirable but not forget that Justin.tv has its application for iPhone.

Be alert to changes

In any case, closer to the time when there will be more information. For now, what I recommend is that you may be familiar with these programs and services before they reach the World Cup. And if you are lucky and you can enter one of the stadiums, for the better. Nothing like living it live, of course.

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Most popular free programs, 2009

During 2009 there have been many programs. Without going any further, at Softonic we have published about 4,000 throughout the year.

They come in all shapes and colors. Some are interesting, some surprising. There are some that stand out as being very functional, others are guilty of spreading itself too thin . Even programs have appeared that have marked a before and after in the history of software.

So, this time we will try the most popular freeware programs for Windows that appeared in 2009. Want to know?

1- Youtube Downloader HD

First on the list is HD Youtube Downloader, a program used to download videos from YouTube, both in normal quality and high definition. Appeared in mid-January and now around one million downloads.

2 – Nero Lite

The controversial free version of Nero that do not like it too (4.3 / 10 note) as being excessively cut on choice. However, has aroused great interest in terms of downloads. Appeared in late July and took the commendable second place.

3- Panda Cloud Antivirus

Free antivirus Panda with innovative concept is in third place. Appeared in April and it seems that although our comparative antivirus was not the winner, liked (note 9.1).

4- Spotify

Spotify is without doubt one of the most talked about developments of 2009 . Soon, the streaming player has revolutionized the way people listen to music while respecting the law.

5- Ares Optimizer

Although Mars is not on the list, appeared many years ago, could not miss anything related to it. Ares Optimizer, a utility that serves to accelerate the operation of Ares, has proved popular, as was expected.

6 – VideoPad Video Editor

It is not surprising that the program has been cast in this list. Although still young, VideoPad Video Editor is a very good video and free, something that does not abound.

7- Windows Movie Maker Portable

Version "to go" video editor Microsoft reached the seventh position, just below another video editor. Your opinion about the program in is varied.

8- Any Video Converter Free

Convert video files to watch on your mobile phone formats such as AVI, WMV, FLV, MP4, etc. interest has been very successful since it appeared in mid-February. It also has a free version with no more functions but with fewer discharges.

9- Media Player Codec Pack

This good codec pack is made with hearts of those who voted (9.4 note) and ninth on our list. By not cause conflicts with other codecs, are ideal if you can not see any video.

10 – Argente Utilities

So well deserved, Argente Utilities enters this list. This is a pack of tools to improve PC performance and, even while in beta, has an incredible note of 9.8 (with over a thousand votes.)

- Opinion -

After making this list, one conclusion is that the free programs that arouse more interest are those related to the recording, maintenance of the PC, downloading, converting and editing videos. It is surprising that no P2P appeared in 2009 has made a dent in this list.

It’s been a good year for programs that facilitate downloading from web hosting like Rapidshare or Megaupload. RDesc and Rapidshare Auto Downloader have followed the steps that could be considered a pioneer and champion jDownloader and have stayed very close to being part of this list.

Also at the gates, programs have been varied as MSN Virus Remover , to remove the virus blessed Messenger, Picnik , an amazing extension for Firefox; Seven Remix XP , change the look of Windows XP to Windows 7; Portable PhotoScape the editor images in a portable version, ComboFix , a bit cleaner spyware and rootkits gross, and Anti-update for Windows Live Messenger 8.5 , to stay with the version you want from Windows Live Messenger.

Welcome to 2010. Year 1 after Spotify.

To continue reading …

* Tricks to search for music on Spotify

* Problems with codecs?

* How to download from Rapidshare or Megaupload

* The Spotify video

* Nero free bet

* Interview with creator of Argente Utilities

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200 skins for AIMP

Do you know the AIMP player? It is very similar to Winamp, especially at the start Winamp when it was agile, and highly recommended to listen to your music.

Luckily for all of us who like to change the look of the programs, AIMP also has the good habit of having a lot of skins to choose .

Added some time ago we collect a pack with 200 skins for AIMP . Do you?

200 skins included

In AIMP 200 Skins Pack find from the most popular skins such as that mimic the look of Windows Media Player or Winamp, even imitating the form of devices like an iPod or mobile phones.

There are skins for all tastes, as they say, of all shapes and colors. Some outstanding quality. Others for its originality.

Preview of 32 of the 200 skins included

Installation:

If you already have AIMP, the skins can be installed in two ways: attach files . ACS2 to AIMP or, simpler still, unzip and copy all the AIMP installation folder (usually C: \ Program Files \ AIMP2 \ Skins) and choose from AIMP.

The selected skin can be changed from the options window AIMP. Is she accesses it by pressing Ctrl + P. You can also change the skin for AIMP by right-clicking and choosing "Skins."

What is your favorite skin?

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The best tools Accessibility B

Color blindness and other problems

The chromatopsia or blindness make it very difficult to use applications that use color to communicate with the user. There are few programs to alleviate this obstacle. One is eyePilot , a floating window with many interesting features. Click on a color will make the flashes in the rest of the screen, while a gray filter helps bring out certain colors that the user previously indicated.

Como funciona eyePilot

Cognitive overload is another problem of accessibility / usability for people with attention deficits. TidyRead is a Firefox extension that simplifies the content of a page by simply pressing a keyboard shortcut, while the clones of Expose, as WinExpose , help impose order on the Desktop. In general, we recommend using large icons, wallpapers neutral, skins and plug large for the interface.

Motor problems

The other major problem area of computer accessibility is represented by motor problems. Windows does little to help users with limited mobility, with the On-Screen Keyboard application more remarkable. In the accessibility options there are other utilities such as StickyKeys and FilterKeys , but its usefulness is limited.

The spectacular eViacam , open-source project, capturing the movements of the face and moves the mouse pointer, each stop on the way it is interpreted as a click, and a top bar allows you to choose other actions, such as right click or double- click. eViacam can automatically recognize the faces, if needed, as many such programs, an initial calibration. Very similar is HeadMouse .

Opciones de reconocimiento de voz en Vista

Programs are very important for speech recognition. It is a technology that has made great strides in just a decade, and the times in which the ancient IBM ViaVoice was calibrated for hours are a legacy of the past. Vista and Seven have their own voice recognition engine, but there are alternatives, like Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Julius . The free qVoice to control the mouse with voice commands.

IBM Mouse Smoothing Software

The sensitivity of input devices – keyboard and mouse – is excessive for many people with tremors in the limbs. IBM Mouse Smoothing Software is a driver that smooths mouse movement for progressive movements are as sweet as possible.

Hearing problems

To be visual, operating systems do not generally pose many problems when the user is hearing impaired. However, the sound has become a mechanism for regular communication with the user.

Windows has two technologies, SoundSentry and ShowSounds , which provide visual feedback when the computer beeps. Another classic is iCommunicator , a program capable of translating what is said in American Sign Language and text.

Do you know more such programs? What do you think could be improved or invented to improve the accessibility of home computers?

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Power GPS functionality of your mobile phone

A few years ago the notion of the land was a subject almost science fiction. Now, we have at our disposal all types of devices that use GPS (Global Position System) to triangulate positions: GPS for bicycle, car and even GPS receivers built into mobile phones.

It is precisely these that interest us. It goes without saying that mobile telephony is evolving at breakneck speed. Now, few high-end phones that do not have factory-installed GPS receiver. And because of this, many developers who invest time and effort to develop applications that take advantage of opportunities that allow these devices.

Here we list a number of applications to be able to experiment with the GPS installed by default on your mobile phone and make the most possible.

Maps and location

The most common are programs that calculate your current coordinates, represent a map and calculate routes from point A to point B:

Google Maps: Google Maps on your mobile phone thanks to the native clientThis version of Google Maps is especially developed for Symbian OS terminals, faster and more stable than the generic version in Java.

Nokia Maps: The official viewer Nokia MapsNokia Maps is an excellent map viewer developed and distributed by Nokia able to load and display maps from around the world. With Nokia Maps you can locate streets and share locations with friends, among other possibilities.

Travel & Tourism

Similar programs are those that include a database of attractions. Very useful when traveling abroad and want to visit typical of the country.

smart2go: An excellent display of maps and routes completely freesmart2go is a program that lets you download and view maps on your mobile phone with both geographic information and tourist.

POI-Warner LITE: Turn your iPhone into a radar detector speed controlIt’s one of those programs that can save trouble and, above all, money if you normally use a sensible way. A program that lets you locate the cruise control radars installed in major cities.

Save and share routes

In addition to locating and calculating coordinates, there are solutions like those listed below that you can record and share routes with others.

Google Earth Companion: Save routes in a format compatible with Google Earth (KML)With Google Earth Companion allows you to record routes in KML format and view them on the popular Google Earth map viewer. Is able to calculate and display coordinates, speed, direction and generate the graph of the trajectory.

Buddyway: Record and share your routes directly from your mobile phoneWith Buddyway can view the coordinates of your current position and store routes in a really simple and totally autonomous. Includes the functions necessary to send routes to the official website of the program and share it with others.

Sports

More and more users acquire a GPS to monitor your sport. In this way, they can navigate the mountain, record information such as distance traveled, among other possibilities.

Run.GPS Trainer UV: Luxury coach for your sportIf you have a GPS device, UV Run.GPS Trainer will help you tailor your training plan and keep all information from your exercise. In addition, through their voice prompts will become your companion as you run, you walk or pedal.

chtiGPS: GPS interpreter breaks out of urban landchtiGPS sign language interpreter is a specially designed GPS locations outside of urban areas. If you usually practice mountain bike routes or do other activities in natural surroundings, chtiGPS is ideal.

Location of mobile phones

In this category are those programs that increase the chances of recovering a mobile phone in case of loss or theft. Basically, can locate a phone on a map.

Phonelocator: Locate the position of your mobile phone from internetPhonelocator is a utility that enables you to locate your phone on the internet using a free tracing service.

Geocaching photos and geolocation

Geotag photos and search for hidden treasures in fashion. Programs that, first, to identify where exactly has taken a picture and, second, allow sharing coordinates of hidden treasures with others.

Twipster: Take photos from your mobile geolocated and share Twipster is a utility that allows you to share your photo tours from the mobile Internet, if your phone is equipped with a GPS or an external GPS module via Bluetooth.

OpenGPX: Join the geocaching with this GPX file managerOpenGPX is an application that can display maps downloaded from several pages GPX geocaching, especially geocaching.com, to get you started on this peculiar sport for treasure hunters.

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The Smileys

One of the first things you learn when you start on the Internet is play, respect and use emoticons. This large-headed creature that God desproveyó the body is known by many different names. Smiley, smiley and smiley face are a few examples, but all come to the same thing: a head expressing emotion.

To identify its origin is to go back to the 60′s, long before electronic messaging programs. At that time the head smiley, Smiley was not just a quick design created by Harvey Ball, but later would become a success and icon (forgive the pun) of the scene underground would continue in subsequent years.

Smiley

However, people grew tired of the eternal smile displaying Smiley and his black eyes expressionless, so fashionable to decorate everything was at your fingertips with stickers of the smiling yellow ball began to wane.

But do not fall into oblivion for a long time.

Expressive text

In the 80′s, coinciding with the launch of the Internet and computing in general, more than one should realize that writing "I’m happy it was becoming a bit heavy and it was not too practical. It was then Scott E. Fahlman proposed the use of text strings like some face to label messages.

I propose the following sequence of characters to make the jokes:

: – )

Read it sideways. In addition, it is probably easier to mark the messages that are no joke, seen the latest trends. For that use:

: – (

The idea proved popular and soon everyone started to use and develop their own. Some examples:

The smiley chart

But the real boom of emoticons begin some time later, when someone thought that the faces could be more "realistic" to be represented by graphs.

At first they were much, and differed little from the version of text, but as we see in the picture below, the trend is clear.

Following this progression, what does the future hold? It would be easy to say that oversized emoticons, animated and 3D, but that only time will tell.

Kaoanis

A variant of the typical face is yellow kaoani, A term that comes from Japanese kao (face) and ani (animation). The kaoanis are floating a series of faces expressing emotions through simple animations of a few frames.

Very showy, no doubt, but often it is not at all clear what they are trying to convey: P

Related Software

* Messenger Paraiso – Icons, packages and winks for Messenger

* Free MSN Emoticons Pack 3 – Pack of 50 emoticons

* Free MSN Emoticons Pack 2 – Package with 26 emoticons

* Free MSN Emoticons Pack 1 – Package of more than 50 emoticons

* Crystal Emoticons – More than 50 emoticons style "crystal"

Related Links

* List of MSN Messenger emoticons

* List Messenger emoticons

* List of Google Talk emoticons

* AIM Smileys List

And you, what you use more emoticons? Do you think their use has helped or hurt the communication of the message?

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