Brandon Dimmel

A new report reveals that Microsoft won't kill support for all Windows XP users. However, continuing to receive crucial security updates for the aging operating system won't be cheap. Microsoft has repeatedly insisted that users of Windows XP move ... away from the decade-old operating system (OS) by April 2014, when support for the OS officially ends. For most users, that means Microsoft will no longer make or distribute security patches designed to keep the OS safe from hackers. 'Custom Support' Extends XP's Life -- For a Price But not everyone is being cut off in April 2014. According to a new ... (view more)

Microsoft and Google say they really want you to know how much of your personal information they're passing on to the National Security Agency (NSA). In a bid to gain that right, the tech titans are suing the United States government. The lawsuit is ... the result of data collection by the NSA. The agency has been at the center of a media firestorm ever since whistleblower Edward Snowden revealed the extent of the NSA's surveillance programs earlier this year. Negotiations with U.S. Government Break Down Microsoft and Google want consumers to know how much information they're forced to pass on to ... (view more)

Nokia is looking to connect automobile drivers with the 'cloud' through a program called "Here Auto", a new in-car navigation platform designed to provide users with real-time navigation data. Nokia says Here Auto is a dynamic tool that ... automatically adapts to the location of a driver. For example, if a driver is navigating city streets, the map they see is close to the ground, thereby displaying local parking lots, restaurants, side streets, and other important details. System Adjusts to Driver Location However, if the driver exits the city and heads out on an interstate highway, they'll be ... (view more)

Windows UAC Manager 2.0 Take control of the Windows User Account Control (UAC) feature on your Windows machine with Windows UAC Manager. This program automatically checks for the status of your UAC and then suggests a function (disable or enable). ... http://securityxploded.com Freemake Music Box 1.0.0.1 This free and versatile multimedia player is packed with useful features. It's a streaming music player, a lightweight audio player, and an organization and search tool all in one handy little package. Check out the intro video to learn more. http://www.freemake.com This freeware software program ... (view more)

Alternate Pic View 1.451 This simple, open-source picture viewer provides users with a long list of features, including slideshow, thumbnails, draw, tile, combine pictures, resize, scale, rotate, search, and red eye reduction. This program also ... allows you to create and edit animated GIFs. http://www.alternate-tools.com Syncios 2.1.0 Looking to quickly and easily transfer files between your iPad, iPhone, iPod, and a PC? Then check out Syncios, a new and free file transfer solution. This program also includes file conversion tools and allows you to manage contact information across multiple ... (view more)

Who will replace Steve Ballmer as Microsoft's chief executive officer? It's a tough question, but one many people are asking right now. That's why a British bookmaker, or 'bookie', is taking bets on Ballmer's replacement. Ladbrokes is one of the ... leading bookmakers in the United Kingdom. Recently the firm posted its list of the top picks for Microsoft CEO. According to Ladbrokes, it's likely the next Microsoft chief executive officer has already worked for the Redmond, Washington-based firm. Nokia CEO Given 5/1 Odds The current front runner is Nokia CEO Stephen Elop, who served as head of ... (view more)

Storing files in the cloud is becoming the 'go to' method for backing up important data. But what if the 2 gigabytes (GB) of storage offered by Dropbox or the 7GB offered by SkyDrive just isn't enough? New service 'SurDoc' has an answer: 100GB free ... cloud storage. However, that's only for the first year. Dropbox, SkyDrive Storage Limits Disappointing There are a number of cloud storage services on the web these days, but most have pretty modest limits on how much you can store for free. Dropbox's limit is a paltry 2GB, with additional room running at least $9.99 per month. Box and SugarSync ... (view more)

ColorNote 3.9.24 Keep track of your important tasks with the colorful new ColorNote notepad program! The use of colors makes it easy and fun to organize all of your information. This program can also be used to create reminders. ColorNote is ... designed for Android devices. http://www.colornote.com Avidemux 2.6.5 This free but very useful video editing tool is designed to help you perform cutting, filtering, and encoding tasks. It supports a wide range of file types, including AVI, MPEG, and MP4. Tasks can even be automated, making using this program extra easy! http://avidemux.sourceforge.net ... (view more)

AceMoney Lite 4.35 Create a comprehensive budget for you and your family with AceMoney Lite. This personal financial software makes managing multiple accounts easy. It provides tools that help you track your spending, make payments, and more! ... http://www.mechad.net BootRacer 4.5 Personally, I hate waiting forever for my computer to boot up. BootRacer helps you diagnose problems by testing your Windows boot time. It provides you with a rating that can be used to track changes in your system's boot times. http://www.greatis.com This freeware software program is brought to you by MajorGeeks.com: ... (view more)

Tired of having the battery in your favorite wireless mouse die just when you need it most? Then you might be interested in hardware maker Logitech's newest wireless mouse, the G602, which reportedly boasts a 1,400-hour battery life. According to ... Logitech, the G602 runs on two standard AA batteries. To hit that 1,400-hour limit, Logitech says the mouse uses a special "Endurance Mode". However, if precision is the name of the game, users can flick a mechanical switch on the device to engage "Performance Mode," though this sets the battery life back to about 250 hours. Performance Mode Designed ... (view more)