Other Software Reviews

Jing Pro

Thu, 29 Jan 2009

Back in Issue 184 we did a Workshop on Jing Project, a free program from TechSmith’s research department.

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CyberLink DVD Suite 7 Ultra

Fri, 16 Jan 2009

Web User reviews a package designed to edit and collate your media...

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Magix Music Maker 15

Fri, 16 Jan 2009

Never mind the guitar lessons, Web User looks at an easier way to make your own music...

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TechSmith Camtasia Studio 6

Fri, 2 Jan 2009

TechSmith’s video software records your computer as you work. Web User looks at the latest version

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i-Studio3

Thu, 4 Dec 2008

Having your entire music library available in a portable format is the wonder of iPod, but it’s only a fraction of what the micro miracle can carry.

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TeamViewer

Thu, 20 Nov 2008

TeamViewer is a single-file application, which means you can run it from a memory stick or removable drive...

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BeAnywhere

Thu, 20 Nov 2008

While the other packages reviewed are software downloads, BeAnywhere comes on a USB stick. Plug it into the computer you want to access remotely and install the client software.

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GoToMyPC

Thu, 20 Nov 2008

GoToMyPC’s installation is simple. If your PC is turned on and has an internet connection, you can connect to it by logging on to the GoToMyPC website.

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ORB

Thu, 20 Nov 2008

Although it’s designed primarily as a way of sharing your media (such as music, video and even recorded and live TV programs), Orb also lets you get hold of your documents.

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TechSmith SnagIt 9

Thu, 17 Jul 2008

Taking screenshots is so straightforward – just press the Print Screen key, open up your image-editing program (even Windows Paint will do), paste in the screenshot and save.

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Launchy

Sat, 7 Jun 2008

Forget the Start Menu, here's a free download that could revolutionise the way you use your computer.

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Skylight

Thu, 24 Apr 2008

It’s not the most attractive of program launchers, but Skylight’s simple interface keeps things clean and intuitive. Press Alt and Space to load it...

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ObjectDock

Thu, 24 Apr 2008

This is a neat dock that sits at the bottom of your screen (or the top or either side depending on your preference) and lets you launch your favourite applications with a mouse click.

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Enso Launcher

Thu, 24 Apr 2008

Originally priced at $19.95 (around £10), this application is now free. You can use it to launch programs, format text, or jump directly to any open window or Firefox tab.

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