You're very welcome and I'm happy you like it. Thanks for input on Opera, I hadn't tested it there. Brave, Edge Chromium and Iridium worked fine, good to know Opera does too. :)
"when the program was run, the editing window was so large that the bottom "taskbar" was below the bottom of my screen, so I couldn't see the tools that create the arrows!"
I hate when that happens. For me it usually hides the button to move to the next step.
Glad it is sorted out now.
This is a nice quick little program.
Some of these images look odd. It may be that we're used to seeing the sun acting in a different direction, and the shadows can make ridges look like valleys and vice versa.
If that's the case, you can rotate the display, but make sure you know how to restore it before you do so!
You might like to make a note ON PAPER of the following:
Using the arrow keys on the numeric keypad (4 is left, 8 is up, 6 is right and 2 is down),
Normal orientation: Ctrl+Alt+8 (i.e. original top is at the top)
Upside down: Ctrl+Alt+2
Top to the left: Ctrl+Alt+4
Top to the right: Ctrl+Alt+6
Thanks for such info.
i would like to add one more site which not only Preview all fonts installed on your computer but also you can preview as well as download Google fonts along with lots of other Free features.Click below to Visit
massCode - a free and open source code snippets manager for developers. It helps you create and organize your own personal snippets collection and have quick access to it:
https://masscode.io/
auto-cpufreq - automatic CPU speed & power optimizer for Linux based on active monitoring of laptop's battery state, CPU usage and system load:
https://github.com/AdnanHodzic/auto-cpufreq
You are so welcome and I'm delighted you figured out the window being too large as the culprit.
I am appreciative you hung in there and provided screenshots and information so we could see what was going on and get it sorted.
It is a nice little program, lite on resources and easy to use. I have it pinned to the taskbar.
Thanks for all your help, rhiannon and rolandflorida. My problem was this: when the program was run, the editing window was so large that the bottom "taskbar" was below the bottom of my screen, so I couldn't see the tools that create the arrows! I didn't even know there was a toolbar there. So now I can see that the program works "as advertised"! Thank you for a great little program! --Frank D
Thank you so much for the screenshot. It looks like you aren't in the Editor section of the program.
Those arrows at the top of your screenshot are the forward and backward arrows, and you're right, they can't create the arrows you describe.
I took a screenshot of your screenshot. Along the bottom of the image are the function icons in the editing window. You can see the icons for creating arrows and and numbers and the drawing tools etc. https://imgur.com/a/wgfyA5j
I can see why you would be frustrated, not seeing the right function icons to do what you want to do and I understand uninstalling it. I wanted you to see that the arrow and other image tools are part of the program and let you know that they are in the editing window.
To get to the editing section, after you create the screen shot, there's a menu at the top - the editing icon is a monitor with a pen. Clicking that will open the editing part of the program. I'm attaching an image of the Sniptool toolbar, the editor icon is the one that looks like a monitor with a pen inside.
Again, I truly appreciate you taking the time to respond and include a screenshot. Thank you. :)
I tried clicking on the two "right-angle" arrows, but that did not give me the ability to draw arrows on the screenshot I had made. I kept playing around with the program for about half an hour, but in no way was I able to produce an arrow of any kind. The only attraction for me to this program was the arrow feature, such as the one that "Fast Stone" has, and its small size. So I uninstalled it. By the way, I am using Windows 10, with no problems associated with it.
Attempted to download and run Freemake Video Downloader on Feb. 14, 2020. One can no longer download files in HD and/or MP3 (AAC only) formats for free. I kept getting a popup to 'upgrade to a paid version' for the ability to use those features.. Bummer!!!
I have and use Greenshot. It's a good program. I like this one more, it meshes almost seamlessly with how I work. Which is why it's good there are so many screen shot programs, one size doesn't fit all. :)
To create arrows, I open the editor, click on the arrow icon (single or double), choose a color and set line width in the pop up box, then click and drag the mouse to make a line with an arrow point, and release the mouse button when the arrow is where I want it to end.
If it's a different arrow feature you're looking for, I'm not sure what it would be. This is the arrow feature I'm familiar with in these types of programs. If I'm missing something please let me know. I'll be happy to amend the article.
Just wanted to mention another of the upteen screen capture apps. I've been using PicPick Portable, but wanted something that loads a little quicker (we do get spoiled). Just yesterday, came across a portable freeware version of the now payware FastStone Capture. You can check out the last free version 5.3 over at PortableFreeware.com.
And thanks for all your tips, rhiannon.
Since i don't currently have an Android tablet {a Surface GO is currently filling that ecological niche}, and i hate playing most games on a phone, i'll have to regretfully pass on this until it's either free for Windows or i get another Android tablet.
I've been using the Upsafe Gmail Backup Software on my home PC to backup my Gmail and this worked well until recently. I had problems with this software backing up my gmail account. So I logged off from the Upsafe software and reinstalled. When I restarted the app and selected, "Sign in with Google" and I enter my account details, I get the following message from Google via the Upsafe app - "This browser or app may not be secure. Learn more. Try using a different browser. If you’re already using a supported browser, you can refresh your screen and try again to sign in." Has anyone else experienced this problem and identified a solution? Thanks in advance. Steve
It's enabled on both my computers. It doesn't work on either.
FWIW this isn't the only time I've run across something that's supposed to appear and/or work in Windows 10 on the versions I use that isn't there or doesn't work. It may be my settings, I have things locked down pretty tight. Though how that would impact the Clipboard I don't know. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
DuckCapture is WAY faster than Screenshot Captor. And Screenshot Captor is too intrusive, always asking you to get a new 60-day license with an obtrusive window that you cannot close.
It doesn't work on build 1809 or 1903 on my desktop or laptop. I don't have any clipboard utilities installed other than PureText. If I exit PureText it doesn't work. ¯\(º_o)/¯
I didn't know there were different kinds of lava in different parts of the world, that's really interesting.
It could be the shutter speed wasn't all that slow, and no way to know if that's an original image that hasn't been altered. The waves are clear, so... ¯\(º_o)/¯
The one I use I got from Major Geeks (but it is the Heidoc) and I forgot to mention the ad window.
You can minimize it, but you can not close it (as you said).
I know what you mean about the Firefox download box.
Thanks for reminder about Firefox, I'm so used to seeing it that it didn't register.
I hadn't seen Windows-ISO-Downloader.
Rufus will download Windows versions but if I recall correctly (it's been a while since I used it) it doesn't access Office versions. Heidoc will download Windows and Office versions (https://www.techsupportalert.com/content/how-download-windows-10-iso-dir...) but requires you to download their program to access Microsoft servers.
I avoid them due to their advertising policy. A new window with ads opens when you run the program after installation. It runs as long as the program is open - it will only close when the program closes.
I understand the need for revenue to keep the site afloat - but having a window you didn't open on pop up on your desktop, that you can't close, that runs ads as long as you are using the program makes using the program unpleasant.
Firefox shows where the download is from in the download box where you decide whether or not to download.
This shows the same download location you referenced.
There is an executable available, which does the same thing, but as software on your computer: Windows-ISO-Downloader.
I have used it for a few years. Seeing this article, I went to update and apparently it is based upon TechBench.
The update of February, 2020 showed 100% clean on VirusTotal.
It does not list Virtual Machines,
I mentioned Cayman Islands because I could find pretty much nothing about this website except for where it was registered and CI is well-known as a notorious tax haven that is home to many thousands of bogus companies (because it is so easy to register a company there). So that just adds to the "sketchiness" of the site (I mean just look at the Donate page with russian text.)
I am glad you did your due diligence and checked hashes, but don't feel it is responsible to send readers to a site like this. If these ISOs are available on a MS page, or if there is a comprehensive set of links TO MS, THAT is where you should send folks to.
I would add that all the ISO's I've downloaded at this site originate here: https://software-download.microsoft.com
(with the version information appended to the URL)
Microsoft "hid" the download servers some time ago, there's no way to link directly to them.
For anyone wondering how to find out where a file is being downloaded from, this is easily checked in Google Chrome during download - open the downloads section. Works for all downloads. :)
Me neither and considering the Cayman Islands has more company registrations than inhabitants I guess not all of them are engaged in malware distribuition. :) MC - Site Manager.
The location where a domain is registered is not something I consider a risk factor.
I prefer the tools you've listed above as part of making assessments, but everyone has their own criteria that works for them. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
The site is an interface to Microsoft's servers. I checked the site before I posted it, as I do everything I write about. I've been using the site for quite a long time with no issues, the downloads have always checked out with hash utilities, and the Windows 7, 8.1 and 10 ISO's I use have all come from that site.
As always, everyone is free to make their own assessments (and I encourage you to do so) about downloads, websites and anything else that I post here.
We do not agree about the safety or legitimacy of this particular site safe and that's fine.
Seriously? rg-adguard.net? A whois only says that it is a company registered in the Cayman Islands. EVEN IF the site didn't look sketchy as F, you are suggesting download an operating system ISO (or any executable for that matter) from such a place? Have we learned nothing about malware in 2020?
Please, rhiannon, post a link in the article itself to a legit site providing ISOs and remove the link in the comment unless you can confirm that it is 100% legitimate.
There is another great app that will change your Windows 10 wallpaper daily from website like Nasa or Bing. It uses scheduler, so it won't eat your memory or CPU, it just changes wallpaper and shuts down. This app is called Picturethrill.
Check it out at:
http://picturethrill.com
Do you see 5 boxes to the left of the picture of the laptop? Type, Version,, Edition, Language, and Select File? The Windows versions are under the Select Type box, click the downward arrow on the right side of the box to get a list. If that's not what you're seeing I'd agree with MC.
it might be worth updating this page as many services have surfaced which bring additional options.
in particular:
the option to create unique email aliases which are not temporary, allowing real subscriptions/accounts without exposing your private email...
1) gmail allows to simply create unique emails by adding a unique string after + on your own email address...
ie: myname+foo@gmail.com = myname@gmail.com , myname+bar@gmail.com = myname@gmail.com
note:a spammer can still calculate very simply your real email from this string but it is useful for sorting etc...
2) sites like manyme.com allow you to hide your real email address by proxying requests on your behalf.
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I would not recommend WinPatrol for their firewall or any of their products.
I was one of the first people to have a lifetime license for WinPatrol and for many years extolled its virtues.
Unfortunately, the original developer became ill and sold the product rights.
The new owner seemed to be doing decent work for a while, but due to a series of events he stopped development of any of the WinPatrol products in 2017.
Unlikely that security programs that have not been updated in close to three years will provide any real protection.
There is also no support for any of these products.
Seems wrong to me that he is still selling a product that is neither supported or developed.
winpatrol firewall. is paid, but has free version with limitations. after trial it used to go to free version.
https://www.winpatrol.com/winpatrolfirewall/
and what about glasswire firewall? i think xvirus might even have a free after trial with limitations, (but with them, i am not sure).
I just want to add theHarvester Best OSINT tool for pentesters using over 26+ public sources https://github.com/laramies/theHarvester and it's here https://www.nmmapper.com/kalitools/theharvester/email-harvester-tool/online/
True, Open-Shell may still need some development (last release was in November 2019), but at least it is still being worked on. I swapped out Classic Shell for Open-Shell on 2 laptops early last year (1 Win 8.1 and 1 Win 10) and it's caused me no grief whatsoever, and I've received a couple of updates along the way.
I saw that when I was looking into replacement start menus. From what I read at various sites/forums it still needs some development. If you like Classic Shell it looks like it would be worth a try. I haven't used either program.
I tried all the VM's and am getting an XML error as well. Since the downloads come from Microsoft servers, I'm guessing they've pulled the files for now.
You're most welcome. If you're moving from Windows 7 to 10, the Start Menu might be more than you want to adjust to at thte moment. I was looking at some free Start Menu replacements but there are fewer than there were, and some, like Classic Shell, are no longer developed. I didn't add any to the article for that reason.
There are two Start Menu replacements I think work well but they are both commercial (paid) software. Both are under $5 USD but are still commercial software. My favorite is made by Stardock and I've used their Windows 8 and Windows 10 versions since they were released (Start8 and Start10). StartIsBack is another one that performs well and has quite a few options.
The Windows 10 default menu isn't bad but it does take some getting used to if you're migrating from Windows 7.
I work better with a Start Menu that's closer to Windows 7, and, at the moment don't have the patience to learn the Windows 10 Start Menu since Windows 10 itself is putting me through my paces. And, I use the keyboard for much of what the Start Menu does. Windows 10 latest issue is corrupting my user profile and that's been.....a learning experience. ¯\(º_o)/¯
4 years later, this is a freakin amazing comment...... I don't use half those tools but I do use AHK for all kinds of stuff, in combination with AltDrag which is totally essential to my workflow now, I feel naked without it when working on other people's computers. (I am looking for ways to replace Altdrag entirely with just a single AHK script though)
One trick with Altdrag is I have a Logitech G602 mouse (with 6 buttons on the side) and I remapped one of them to Alt, so I can just hold that down and quickly move windows using mouse1, resize with mouse2, etc... all with 1 hand. It's made me incredibly lazy & I love it.
Another favorite of mine with autohotkey is remapping the IJKL keys to function as the arrow keys, whenever I'm holding down semicolon (;). Other people have used caps lock as well. This way you don't have to take your hands off the home row of the keyboard, STUPID useful when programming or navigating through text or code of any kind.
Funny you mentioned the portability aspect and having 2 scripts to automate running everything. I have a few .bat files synced to my cloud drive that I run very first thing upon setting up a new Windows machine, that 1. install Chocolatey package manager (also super useful), 2. install AHK and Altdrag using chocolatey, 3. create shortcuts to my main "master" AHK start-script in windows' Startup folder, so it always runs instantly whenever the PC starts. I swear this kind of setup should be included by default somehow with windows, embedded in the OS or something, especially for how long it took me to figure all of it out myself lol.
There are 3 major problems with AOMEI Backupper 5.6:
- It cannot back up an Outlook PST file (this is mentioned in the manual's FAQs). So none of my emails will be backed up!
- If a backup is in progress, you can't reboot. This interrupts the shutdown after all the apps are closed, so you can't cancel the shutdown and continue. The only option is to force a hard reboot. The backup program should be capable of suspending the backup and resuming after the restart.
- The free version does not allow filters, so I can't tell it not to back up the 8GB Windows.iso file. This causes a LOT of unnecessary junk files to be backed up.
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I haven't run across any that looked odd to me, but the images were photographed from space.
Thank you for the tip on rotating the display. :)
You're very welcome and I'm happy you like it. Thanks for input on Opera, I hadn't tested it there. Brave, Edge Chromium and Iridium worked fine, good to know Opera does too. :)
Thanks. Brilliant find, working without a hitch on opera.
I'm glad you like it, I use it often too.
Another gem of a tiny program! I've got it on my QuickLaunch menu for quick access.
"when the program was run, the editing window was so large that the bottom "taskbar" was below the bottom of my screen, so I couldn't see the tools that create the arrows!"
I hate when that happens. For me it usually hides the button to move to the next step.
Glad it is sorted out now.
This is a nice quick little program.
Some of these images look odd. It may be that we're used to seeing the sun acting in a different direction, and the shadows can make ridges look like valleys and vice versa.
If that's the case, you can rotate the display, but make sure you know how to restore it before you do so!
You might like to make a note ON PAPER of the following:
Using the arrow keys on the numeric keypad (4 is left, 8 is up, 6 is right and 2 is down),
Normal orientation: Ctrl+Alt+8 (i.e. original top is at the top)
Upside down: Ctrl+Alt+2
Top to the left: Ctrl+Alt+4
Top to the right: Ctrl+Alt+6
Thanks for such info.
i would like to add one more site which not only Preview all fonts installed on your computer but also you can preview as well as download Google fonts along with lots of other Free features.Click below to Visit
Google and Windows Font Viewer Online Free
You are so welcome and I'm delighted you figured out the window being too large as the culprit.
I am appreciative you hung in there and provided screenshots and information so we could see what was going on and get it sorted.
It is a nice little program, lite on resources and easy to use. I have it pinned to the taskbar.
Thanks for all your help, rhiannon and rolandflorida. My problem was this: when the program was run, the editing window was so large that the bottom "taskbar" was below the bottom of my screen, so I couldn't see the tools that create the arrows! I didn't even know there was a toolbar there. So now I can see that the program works "as advertised"! Thank you for a great little program! --Frank D
It doesn't look like the editing mode has been opened.
Thank you so much for the screenshot. It looks like you aren't in the Editor section of the program.
Those arrows at the top of your screenshot are the forward and backward arrows, and you're right, they can't create the arrows you describe.
I took a screenshot of your screenshot. Along the bottom of the image are the function icons in the editing window. You can see the icons for creating arrows and and numbers and the drawing tools etc.
https://imgur.com/a/wgfyA5j
I can see why you would be frustrated, not seeing the right function icons to do what you want to do and I understand uninstalling it. I wanted you to see that the arrow and other image tools are part of the program and let you know that they are in the editing window.
To get to the editing section, after you create the screen shot, there's a menu at the top - the editing icon is a monitor with a pen. Clicking that will open the editing part of the program. I'm attaching an image of the Sniptool toolbar, the editor icon is the one that looks like a monitor with a pen inside.
Again, I truly appreciate you taking the time to respond and include a screenshot. Thank you. :)
The arrows are on the bottom of the screen in Editor mode
I tried clicking on the two "right-angle" arrows, but that did not give me the ability to draw arrows on the screenshot I had made. I kept playing around with the program for about half an hour, but in no way was I able to produce an arrow of any kind. The only attraction for me to this program was the arrow feature, such as the one that "Fast Stone" has, and its small size. So I uninstalled it. By the way, I am using Windows 10, with no problems associated with it.
I do not see an arrow icon. Here is a screenshot of what I see:
https://i.gyazo.com/b4f2567f85ede658e3c6b6e3df4faa98.png
The two "bent" arrows do nothing related to creating arrows on my screenshot.
Attempted to download and run Freemake Video Downloader on Feb. 14, 2020. One can no longer download files in HD and/or MP3 (AAC only) formats for free. I kept getting a popup to 'upgrade to a paid version' for the ability to use those features.. Bummer!!!
I have and use Greenshot. It's a good program. I like this one more, it meshes almost seamlessly with how I work. Which is why it's good there are so many screen shot programs, one size doesn't fit all. :)
I'm not sure what you mean by enable arrows.
To create arrows, I open the editor, click on the arrow icon (single or double), choose a color and set line width in the pop up box, then click and drag the mouse to make a line with an arrow point, and release the mouse button when the arrow is where I want it to end.
If it's a different arrow feature you're looking for, I'm not sure what it would be. This is the arrow feature I'm familiar with in these types of programs. If I'm missing something please let me know. I'll be happy to amend the article.
Greenshot is all you need. Has all this and much more.
I liked the program until I found that there were no controls to enable arrows, even though they advertised that feature.
I'd say that's a good recommendation. :)
I'll take a look at it, thanks for the tip.
There are a zillion screen capture tools, or so it seems somtimes.
I have been using it for more than 10 years.
Just wanted to mention another of the upteen screen capture apps. I've been using PicPick Portable, but wanted something that loads a little quicker (we do get spoiled). Just yesterday, came across a portable freeware version of the now payware FastStone Capture. You can check out the last free version 5.3 over at PortableFreeware.com.
And thanks for all your tips, rhiannon.
I followed your link to the Windows app and it isn't free.
As hinted at in the first comment, a free Windows version of this game is apparently not available.
I would contact Upsafe, I can't find anything definitive right now about the issue. They have chat and a support page on their site.
I'm assuming you've enabled the allow less secure apps setting in your google account.
Since i don't currently have an Android tablet {a Surface GO is currently filling that ecological niche}, and i hate playing most games on a phone, i'll have to regretfully pass on this until it's either free for Windows or i get another Android tablet.
I received a notification from Google yesterday that they would no longer allow Upsafe to access my Gmail.
I've been using the Upsafe Gmail Backup Software on my home PC to backup my Gmail and this worked well until recently. I had problems with this software backing up my gmail account. So I logged off from the Upsafe software and reinstalled. When I restarted the app and selected, "Sign in with Google" and I enter my account details, I get the following message from Google via the Upsafe app - "This browser or app may not be secure. Learn more. Try using a different browser. If you’re already using a supported browser, you can refresh your screen and try again to sign in." Has anyone else experienced this problem and identified a solution? Thanks in advance. Steve
That would seem to make the most sense.
I am inclined to believe it is another Windows 10 glitch that can not be explained.
It's enabled on both my computers. It doesn't work on either.
FWIW this isn't the only time I've run across something that's supposed to appear and/or work in Windows 10 on the versions I use that isn't there or doesn't work. It may be my settings, I have things locked down pretty tight. Though how that would impact the Clipboard I don't know. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Doesn't seem to include OpenCandy any more - instead i got an offer to install Chrome - the "yes" box was not selected, but then, i run Unchecky.
You're so welcome, I'm glad you like the site.
Awwww thank you. :)
Thanks, once again, rhiannon. You always find and share the coolest stuff. :-)
Many thanks for doing the research for us. Ed
Windows key + V does work on my build 1909. You do not need to use the cloud, that is just an option to sync across devices.
Have you checked at Settings>System>Clipboard to see if "Clipboard history" is enabled?
But it's SUPPOSED to work in WIndows on the computer itself.
I try to not use the cloud.
@Fairportfan, it is listed as one of the features "Paste from your cloud clipboard" in Windows 10 according to Microsoft's official webpage here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-my/help/4043948/windows-10-whats-new-in...
Try the Windows 10 November 2019 Update if it works for you. https://support.microsoft.com/en-my/help/4028685/windows-10-get-the-update
Awesome rhiannon, thanks, yep, looks like Hawaii, :)
@Fairportfan,I was 'with' the lads and lady from the drummer auditions before L&L to Babbacombe Lee, I wonder if we know each other?
DuckCapture is WAY faster than Screenshot Captor. And Screenshot Captor is too intrusive, always asking you to get a new 60-day license with an obtrusive window that you cannot close.
Thanks, that looks amazing, wish I was there. :)
Yup. Windows 10 has been challenging.
Here's a touristy thing about a big lava tube in Hawaii: https://www.gohawaii.com/fr/islands/hawaii-big-island/regions/kau/nahuku-thurston-lava-tube
bah
It doesn't work on build 1809 or 1903 on my desktop or laptop. I don't have any clipboard utilities installed other than PureText. If I exit PureText it doesn't work. ¯\(º_o)/¯
I didn't know there were different kinds of lava in different parts of the world, that's really interesting.
It could be the shutter speed wasn't all that slow, and no way to know if that's an original image that hasn't been altered. The waves are clear, so... ¯\(º_o)/¯
Running build 1909 here and it doesn't - i hadn't heard that one and i tried it.
I wouldn't say the shutter speed was all THAT slow - look at the waves.
From the general appearance of the image, i'd say that's in Hawaii, and the lava there tends to be quite smooth and fluid.
Lava flows there form tubes, as the outer surface of the tube cools and the interior keeps flowing, leaving a hollow tube.
I need more of this.. This post really worth checking out. Would like to stream like toy blast.
The one I use I got from Major Geeks (but it is the Heidoc) and I forgot to mention the ad window.
You can minimize it, but you can not close it (as you said).
I know what you mean about the Firefox download box.
Thanks for reminder about Firefox, I'm so used to seeing it that it didn't register.
I hadn't seen Windows-ISO-Downloader.
Rufus will download Windows versions but if I recall correctly (it's been a while since I used it) it doesn't access Office versions. Heidoc will download Windows and Office versions (https://www.techsupportalert.com/content/how-download-windows-10-iso-dir...) but requires you to download their program to access Microsoft servers.
I avoid them due to their advertising policy. A new window with ads opens when you run the program after installation. It runs as long as the program is open - it will only close when the program closes.
I understand the need for revenue to keep the site afloat - but having a window you didn't open on pop up on your desktop, that you can't close, that runs ads as long as you are using the program makes using the program unpleasant.
I'm glad you like them. I spent a lot of time there. :)
Firefox shows where the download is from in the download box where you decide whether or not to download.
This shows the same download location you referenced.
There is an executable available, which does the same thing, but as software on your computer: Windows-ISO-Downloader.
I have used it for a few years. Seeing this article, I went to update and apparently it is based upon TechBench.
The update of February, 2020 showed 100% clean on VirusTotal.
It does not list Virtual Machines,
Thanks rhiannon!
Wonderful web sites!
Peter
I mentioned Cayman Islands because I could find pretty much nothing about this website except for where it was registered and CI is well-known as a notorious tax haven that is home to many thousands of bogus companies (because it is so easy to register a company there). So that just adds to the "sketchiness" of the site (I mean just look at the Donate page with russian text.)
I am glad you did your due diligence and checked hashes, but don't feel it is responsible to send readers to a site like this. If these ISOs are available on a MS page, or if there is a comprehensive set of links TO MS, THAT is where you should send folks to.
Disappointed here.
end of rant.
I would add that all the ISO's I've downloaded at this site originate here:
https://software-download.microsoft.com
(with the version information appended to the URL)
Microsoft "hid" the download servers some time ago, there's no way to link directly to them.
For anyone wondering how to find out where a file is being downloaded from, this is easily checked in Google Chrome during download - open the downloads section. Works for all downloads. :)
Lol I would agree with you. :)
The location where a domain is registered is not something I consider a risk factor.
I prefer the tools you've listed above as part of making assessments, but everyone has their own criteria that works for them. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
The site is an interface to Microsoft's servers. I checked the site before I posted it, as I do everything I write about. I've been using the site for quite a long time with no issues, the downloads have always checked out with hash utilities, and the Windows 7, 8.1 and 10 ISO's I use have all come from that site.
As always, everyone is free to make their own assessments (and I encourage you to do so) about downloads, websites and anything else that I post here.
We do not agree about the safety or legitimacy of this particular site safe and that's fine.
Why would Cayman Islands registration automatically be suspect? MC - Site Manager.
https://zulu.zscaler.com/submission/137b7be0-371e-4319-b860-2848e1155546
https://www.virustotal.com/gui/url/c285b3429ddaae13972f0e452c044decc454c...
https://www.urlvoid.com/scan/tb.rg-adguard.net/
Seriously? rg-adguard.net? A whois only says that it is a company registered in the Cayman Islands. EVEN IF the site didn't look sketchy as F, you are suggesting download an operating system ISO (or any executable for that matter) from such a place? Have we learned nothing about malware in 2020?
Please, rhiannon, post a link in the article itself to a legit site providing ISOs and remove the link in the comment unless you can confirm that it is 100% legitimate.
There is another great app that will change your Windows 10 wallpaper daily from website like Nasa or Bing. It uses scheduler, so it won't eat your memory or CPU, it just changes wallpaper and shuts down. This app is called Picturethrill.
Check it out at:
http://picturethrill.com
Do you see 5 boxes to the left of the picture of the laptop? Type, Version,, Edition, Language, and Select File? The Windows versions are under the Select Type box, click the downward arrow on the right side of the box to get a list. If that's not what you're seeing I'd agree with MC.
it might be worth updating this page as many services have surfaced which bring additional options.
in particular:
the option to create unique email aliases which are not temporary, allowing real subscriptions/accounts without exposing your private email...
1) gmail allows to simply create unique emails by adding a unique string after + on your own email address...
ie: myname+foo@gmail.com = myname@gmail.com , myname+bar@gmail.com = myname@gmail.com
note:a spammer can still calculate very simply your real email from this string but it is useful for sorting etc...
2) sites like manyme.com allow you to hide your real email address by proxying requests on your behalf.
I didn't see anything about downloading Windows 10 ISO images on that page. Just information on Office versions and compatibility.
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I would not recommend WinPatrol for their firewall or any of their products.
I was one of the first people to have a lifetime license for WinPatrol and for many years extolled its virtues.
Unfortunately, the original developer became ill and sold the product rights.
The new owner seemed to be doing decent work for a while, but due to a series of events he stopped development of any of the WinPatrol products in 2017.
Unlikely that security programs that have not been updated in close to three years will provide any real protection.
There is also no support for any of these products.
Seems wrong to me that he is still selling a product that is neither supported or developed.
winpatrol firewall. is paid, but has free version with limitations. after trial it used to go to free version.
https://www.winpatrol.com/winpatrolfirewall/
and what about glasswire firewall? i think xvirus might even have a free after trial with limitations, (but with them, i am not sure).
There is still a free version that does not require a donation.
https://www.safer-networking.org/download/
You have to at least give a donation
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That's good to know, thanks for mentioning it. I haven't tried it, it's good to hear from someone who has been using it.
True, Open-Shell may still need some development (last release was in November 2019), but at least it is still being worked on. I swapped out Classic Shell for Open-Shell on 2 laptops early last year (1 Win 8.1 and 1 Win 10) and it's caused me no grief whatsoever, and I've received a couple of updates along the way.
I saw that when I was looking into replacement start menus. From what I read at various sites/forums it still needs some development. If you like Classic Shell it looks like it would be worth a try. I haven't used either program.
I tried all the VM's and am getting an XML error as well. Since the downloads come from Microsoft servers, I'm guessing they've pulled the files for now.
Actually Classic Shell lives on under the Open-Shell banner, and it can be found at "https://open-shell.github.io/Open-Shell-Menu/"
What is the secret to downloading. I tried several, mostly VM's, and got an XML error. Even tried Explorer and got an invalid address.
You're most welcome. If you're moving from Windows 7 to 10, the Start Menu might be more than you want to adjust to at thte moment. I was looking at some free Start Menu replacements but there are fewer than there were, and some, like Classic Shell, are no longer developed. I didn't add any to the article for that reason.
There are two Start Menu replacements I think work well but they are both commercial (paid) software. Both are under $5 USD but are still commercial software. My favorite is made by Stardock and I've used their Windows 8 and Windows 10 versions since they were released (Start8 and Start10). StartIsBack is another one that performs well and has quite a few options.
The Windows 10 default menu isn't bad but it does take some getting used to if you're migrating from Windows 7.
I work better with a Start Menu that's closer to Windows 7, and, at the moment don't have the patience to learn the Windows 10 Start Menu since Windows 10 itself is putting me through my paces. And, I use the keyboard for much of what the Start Menu does. Windows 10 latest issue is corrupting my user profile and that's been.....a learning experience. ¯\(º_o)/¯
I am obliged to you rhiannon - especially as I'm about to migrate from Win7.
I use https://mobilespecs.net to find out the technical specifications
You're most welcome.
Thanks. this looks good and I have found a couple of area that I want to go over
4 years later, this is a freakin amazing comment...... I don't use half those tools but I do use AHK for all kinds of stuff, in combination with AltDrag which is totally essential to my workflow now, I feel naked without it when working on other people's computers. (I am looking for ways to replace Altdrag entirely with just a single AHK script though)
One trick with Altdrag is I have a Logitech G602 mouse (with 6 buttons on the side) and I remapped one of them to Alt, so I can just hold that down and quickly move windows using mouse1, resize with mouse2, etc... all with 1 hand. It's made me incredibly lazy & I love it.
Another favorite of mine with autohotkey is remapping the IJKL keys to function as the arrow keys, whenever I'm holding down semicolon (;). Other people have used caps lock as well. This way you don't have to take your hands off the home row of the keyboard, STUPID useful when programming or navigating through text or code of any kind.
Funny you mentioned the portability aspect and having 2 scripts to automate running everything. I have a few .bat files synced to my cloud drive that I run very first thing upon setting up a new Windows machine, that 1. install Chocolatey package manager (also super useful), 2. install AHK and Altdrag using chocolatey, 3. create shortcuts to my main "master" AHK start-script in windows' Startup folder, so it always runs instantly whenever the PC starts. I swear this kind of setup should be included by default somehow with windows, embedded in the OS or something, especially for how long it took me to figure all of it out myself lol.
That's great, I'm glad it's working well for you.
Thanks. This is fantastic. Very user friendly. Merged two Genealogy pdf's. It even made bookmarks.
Thanks Jojo. :)
Try this https://tb.rg-adguard.net/public.php. It is available at the end of this article.
Why is there no working link for TechBench?
I'm glad you like it. :) I like the no details/no account too.
There are 3 major problems with AOMEI Backupper 5.6:
- It cannot back up an Outlook PST file (this is mentioned in the manual's FAQs). So none of my emails will be backed up!
- If a backup is in progress, you can't reboot. This interrupts the shutdown after all the apps are closed, so you can't cancel the shutdown and continue. The only option is to force a hard reboot. The backup program should be capable of suspending the backup and resuming after the restart.
- The free version does not allow filters, so I can't tell it not to back up the 8GB Windows.iso file. This causes a LOT of unnecessary junk files to be backed up.
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