2007 July

Configuring Windows Key + L to lock the Desktop in linux

Being mostly windows user(I only uses linux for programming), I often uses Windows Key + L to logout. It is important to keep logging out/locking screen when you work in office or when you don't want others to peeking into your work. Now there is NO Win+L in Linux unfortunately, so I had to click on Start Menu and had to click on Lock Screen, which was really frustrating.

I wanted a one key combination to quickly lock the screen on linux and after a little search, I am able to find a way to do it. Thanks to Callum for sharing this. So for getting Windows Key + L to logout, you need to remap the keys. This is what you have to do -

Popularity: 9% [?]

Comments (0) Posted by TheCredence on Tuesday, July 31st, 2007

10 Must to have Free iPod Softwares

After my yesterday's post of Free Internet parental Control Softwares, this is my second list of must have softwares and this time it is for...Guess what, for your iPods.

Ipods are on fire in popularity(and its been sometime). They are a huge success amongst individuals of all ages for the vast resource of portable entertainment. So its needless to say that Software tools are developed consistently to enhance their abilities. So here is my list of Must Have iPod Softwares

Popularity: 8% [?]

Comments (0) Posted by TheCredence on Sunday, July 29th, 2007

List of Top 10 Free Internet Parental Control Softwares

With the popularity of the internet and its integration with a younger audience, risks are taken of subjecting children to tasteless and potentially harmful material. The problem is net is full of material which can be accessed with just one click by kids. Fortunately, there are many software’s offered to aid in keeping children in a safe and virtual environment. Many are offered on free to trial basis and I felt to compile a list of 10 Parental Control Softwares which helps parents to manage there kids online activities. Here is the list -

1. One of the many Parental control softwares offered in market is WebWatcher. It poses as an internet monitor and its features put it in a class of its own. Along with its capabilities as a web monitor it also serves as a chat recorder. This is beneficial to many parents of teens or preteens who may fall victim to perpetrators due to unrecognized vulnerabilities. An invisible key logger and screenshot capture tool enhances the ability to monitor as well as block unwanted web sites from view. This is software that is easily managed by expert or amateur.

Popularity: 11% [?]

Comments (1) Posted by TheCredence on Saturday, July 28th, 2007

Creating A Simple Install Script for PHP/MySQL Applications

A lot of opensource and free software done in PHP/MySQL does not have an easy way to be installed on the machine. Usually you have to create several databases, rewrite configuration files and do some complicated things to get the code to work on your server.

With a little planning from the start you can streamline this process and make installing a PHP/MySQL web app a snap for any user who wants to use your code.

Popularity: 10% [?]

Comments (0) Posted by TheCredence on Friday, July 27th, 2007

Simple Tips for Mobile Phone Maintenance to increase your Mobile Life

Keeping my tips on maintaining various peripheral devices like Printer Maintenance and Hard Disk Maintenance, This is third article in series on Mobile Phone Maintenance.

With the price of mobile phones, it’s important to perform ongoing maintenance to keep them working properly and effectively. Of course, it’s best to protect your phone from damage. Keep water and drinks away from your mobile phone and do not toss or throw it around. Cases provide added protection.

Popularity: 7% [?]

Comments (0) Posted by TheCredence on Thursday, July 26th, 2007