Stories by: Scott Dunn

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    Phoenix Technologies Beinsync 12/05/2009 16:00:00

    BeInSync does four particular tasks--synchronizing, sharing, providing remote data access, and backing up--and it does them very well. There's no confusing of these tasks, each of which appears as a giant button in the cleanly designed interface. If you opt for the smaller 'Launch BeInSync' button, you get a more sophisticated interface, but with the same four buttons at the top.
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    Syncplicity 07/08/2008 16:20:00

    As its name implies, Syncplicity is a file-synching service that requires very little maintenance, or even any interaction, once you've set the program to do what you want.
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    BeInSync 07/08/2008 15:30:00

    BeInSync does four particular tasks -- synchronising, sharing, providing remote data access, and backing up -- and it does them very well.
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    Dropbox beta 06/08/2008 14:10:00

    Dropbox is a new file-synching service, still in beta testing, that has some welcome features despite its simplicity.
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    Microsoft Live Mesh beta 06/08/2008 13:50:00

    Microsoft has sacrificed usability to provide a pretty interface in Microsoft Live Mesh -- a powerful but unnecessarily clumsy file-sync service.
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    26 tricks to help you tame Google calendar 29/05/2008 14:50:00

    Desktop calendar applications are great if you're always at your desk or if you're diligent about syncing with your PDA or phone. But if you like to travel light, it may be time for you to switch to a calendar that you can access from any Internet terminal. Google's free Google Calendar is one of the most robust online calendars available. And I have the goods on how to get the most from Gcal's advanced features.
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    How to speed Up Windows Vista 15/05/2008 13:30:00

    SP1 may not give your system much more oomph, but there are other ways to speed Vista up.
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    18 simple, free fixes for your Vista or XP PC 25/04/2008 09:00:05

    Whether your PC is truly ailing or has a classic case of hypochondria, we have 18 simple, free ways to ensure your Windows XP or Vista system is raring to go.
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    Carry a PC in Your Pocket 22/03/2008 09:00:32

    With a USB keychain drive and a little forethought, you can carry a personalized computer everywhere and leave your laptop at home.
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    Give Home Premium Vista Ultimate features 28/11/2007 16:02:37

    The numerous and confusing differences among Vista versions have led many people to opt for Home Premium rather than the full-featured Ultimate. But you can give Home Premium many Ultimate features, often for free.
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    Shift Any Version of Windows Into High Gear 23/10/2007 08:23:54

    Use the OS's own tools to maximize your PC's performance without spending a dime.
 
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