Tech-Recipes

Dropbox: Sync only specific folders

Lê Hoàng — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:11:57 +0000

While using Dropbox is a great way to share your files, synchronizing all your files on every computer may be unnecessary. If you have a large Dropbox account, you may not want to fully sync and use up all your hard drive space. Dropbox has an option to let users sync only folders of their [...]

Android: Block unwanted calls without 3rd party apps for free

Lê Hoàng — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:05:09 +0000

There may be times that you feel frustrated when a number keeps calling you repeatedly. Although you may find many apps that can block calls, not all of them are well-developed and you may to pay to use them. Luckily, there is a built-in function in Android system that allows you to block calls without [...]

Use the Task Scheduler to prevent applications from asking for updates

David Kirk — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:09:57 +0000

I get it. Out-of-date software does not work as well and is more likely to have security problems. However, I am already very anal about updating my computer to the latest and greatest. I want to update the applications on my terms and timing. One of the best places disable auto-updating software is [...]

Internet Explorer 9: Allow single word intranet sites in address bar

Jimmy Selix — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:23:04 +0000

This guide will explain how to enable Internet Explorer 9's single word intranet setting. This setting basically will allow you to type in a single word address (ie portal) into your IE9's web address bar and have it bring you directly to your corporate intranet page.

How Do I Block Specific Ads from Facebook?

David Kirk — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:24:22 +0000

Recently a tech-recipes fan dropped me an interesting question. She was seeing political ads that offended her on Facebook and wanted to know how to keep these ads from appearing. Here is how to block any ads that you find offensive. Facebook makes its money by knowing as much as possible about you. Because of [...]

MID Via8650 Android Tablet Review

ryanramsey23 — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:28:46 +0000

The MID Via8650 is one of the bargain Chinese tablets. It ships with Android 2.2, the Android Market, and several popular apps pre-installed. What exactly does a tablet sporting only a $70 price tag really get you? Keep reading to find out. Physical Attributes The Via8650 looks nice and feels sturdy. It measures 7.75 [...]

Chrome: Clear Auto-Opening Settings

Lê Hoàng — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 11:02:25 +0000

For user convenience, the default download manager in Google Chrome browser has a function which will automatic run the files immediately after they are downloaded. However, this feature can also harm your computer if the downloaded files contain dangerous payloads. Also if you have enabled auto-opening for a file type but now regret it, this [...]

Access 2010: Change the Error Indicator Color

Lê Hoàng — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:27:14 +0000

In Access 2010 if there are errors in your database object, the error indicator will appear in green. As the green color has a tendency to blend in with other elements, you may have trouble finding these errors. Luckily, you can change it. Continue reading to find out how. When is green ever a good color [...]

Fix for Hash Mismatch Error from Mac App Store

David Kirk — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:53:30 +0000

Occasionally when downloading an application from the Mac App Store, users are unable to update due to a “hash mismatch” error. If you receive this error, these steps should correct the issue. Recently when updating iPhoto, FCPX, xCode, Evernote, and other apps, users have been asking me how to fix the hash mismatch error that [...]

IE9: Disable cross-site Scripting notification

Lê Hoàng — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:45:25 +0000

The cross-site scripting (XSS) filter feature in IE9 can prevent one website from adding dangerous script code to another website. The XSS notification in IE often appears when users click a link from another website an an instant message application. Although this is a helpful feature, many advanced users may find this notification annoying. Here [...]