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Fri
30
Jun
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How to Fix: 3 Ways to Keep Emails Private When You're Away from the PC

Infopackets Reader "Sundeep" writes: " Dear Dennis, I am using Windows 10 and my email is always open and accessible. I want to be able to log out of my emails so no one else can see them. How can I make it so that my email is kept private, so no ... one else can see it on my computer when I'm away from the machine? " My response: If you don't want your emails accessible whenever you are signed in, there are a few options. Lock the machine or sign out when it is not being used. If you lock the machine, everything on the desktop will remain where it is until you sign back in. If you log out, ... (view more)

Mon
09
Dec
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'Child Lock 1.99', and 'Why Can't I Connect? 1.6.1'

Child Lock 1.99 Worried about your children getting into trouble on your computer? Child Lock allows you to lock the keyboard and mouse, preventing little ones from accessing adult programs, sites, or services. This program can also be used to ... adjust mouse speed, helping children get used to controlling such a device. http://www.rollingdata.com Why Can't I Connect? 1.6.1 Diagnose problems with your network with Why Can't I Connect? The application is designed to make it easier to resolve connection problems. It's accessible but contains sophisticated features, making it useful for both ... (view more)

Tue
28
May
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'Kevo' Lock Replaces Door Keys with Smartphone

Lockset manufacturer Kwikset has introduced a keyless front door entry system. Called Kevo, the two-part system connects a mechanical door lock with a smartphone app for easy access. Once an individual has changed over their current deadbolt to the ... one provided by Kevo (a process that takes about 5 minutes to complete), they program their smartphone app to create an administrator account. From there, the owner can sync the phones of other family members to the Kevo deadbolt, granting them access to the front door. Users Tap Smartphone for Access Anyone who has an administrator account can ... (view more)

Thu
29
Nov
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Lock Hacker Carries Out Texas Crime Spree

A string of hotel room thefts in Texas has brought into question the security of an estimated 10 million electronic door locks commonly used worldwide in hotels and other facilities. Back in July, a security researcher demonstrated a problem with a ... system known as Onity HT locks. He said the technology is used in one-third of hotels worldwide and covers more than half of all locks now in use. The researcher, Cody Brocious, says the main flaw in the system is the equipment used for two specific purposes: opening a door when the battery in the lock has failed and creating a master key card for ... (view more)

Fri
23
Nov
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'Eusing Maze Lock 2.0', and 'Portable Storage Explorer 1.0'

Eusing Maze Lock 2.0 Eusing Maze Lock is a powerful tool designed to help you lock your Windows computer screen with a single click. Locking your screen prevents other people from making any use of your computer while you are away from the keyboard. ... You can also specify the background image shown when your computer screen is locked. http://www.eusing.com Portable Storage Explorer 1.0 Portable Storage Explorer displays information related to your remote network computer's USB devices, removable storage, CD-rom and DVD drives, including their current state, their drive type, serial number, ... (view more)

Fri
07
Sep
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'Sound Lock 1.3.1', and 'xShredder 3.1.3.2'

Sound Lock 1.3.1 This free program tackles the problem many people encounter while watching late night movies or TV shows on their Windows PC. Sound Lock automatically adjusts the system volume per channel (controlling up to 14 channels). It turns ... the volume down during loud scenes and winds it back up after they finish. By using the "neighbor friendly" application Sound Lock while you watch your favorite movies and shows, you will no longer disturb people around you. http://3appes.com xShredder 3.1.3.2 With the free software utility xShredder, you can permanently erase your ... (view more)

Wed
03
Mar
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'Network Search Engine', and 'Mute on Lock'

Network Search Engine Network Search Engine is a self-contained index-based network search engine that indexes all files in your local area network and provides users with the ability to locate necessary files within a few seconds. It returns ... blazingly fast search results to users, even when large numbers of shared files and folders are present. http://www.softperfect.com Mute on Lock Mute on Lock is a tiny resident utility that sits in the system tray allows you to lock your Windows workstation and mute the sound of your speakers. With the help of this program you can quickly mute or un-mute ... (view more)

Tue
02
Jun
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'Hwinfo', and 'Keyboard Lock'

HWiNFO and HWiNFO32 HWiNFO and HWiNFO32 are professional hardware information and diagnostic tools supporting latest components, industry technologies and standards. Both tools are designed to collect and present the maximum amount of information ... possible about computer's hardware which makes them suitable for users searching for driver updates, computer manufacturers, system integrators and technical experts as well. Retrieved information is presented in a logical and easily understandable form and can be exported into various types of reports! http://www.hwinfo.com Keyboard Lock Using ... (view more)

Wed
22
Apr
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'Reg Compact', and 'Refresh Lock'

Reg Compact Reg Compact solves registry bloat by rewriting the registry 'hives' into new files that are optimized and smaller. Your computer is restarted after the registry hives are compacted and during system startup the old, fragmented files are ... replaced with the newly generated and optimized ones. http://www.hiren.info Refresh Lock Fed up with getting 60Hz or 75Hz in your favorite OpenGL/Direct3D/DirectX games (e.g. Quake 1/2/3, Half-Life, Unreal Tournament, or Deus Ex) instead of the 120Hz your display adapter and monitor are capable of? With Refresh Lock, you can enjoy higher display ... (view more)

Wed
17
Sep
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Forget Your Keys? New Locks Activated by Internet Command

How many times have you been driving to work and thought "Did I remember to lock the front door?" Or who remembers coming home early from school and finding all the doors locked with nobody home? Thanks to a new system, people will never have to ... worry about forgetting to lock their doors or bringing their house keys with them again. All you need is an Internet connection or a mobile phone. The company behind the plan, Ingersoll-Rand (under the "Schlage Lock" brand name) has manufactured a system that allows locks to be opened and closed via Internet commands. Now, users can lock and unlock ... (view more)

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