Category Archives: software

Creating a Keyboard Shortcut in Microsoft Word

Posted on March 24, 2011 by amd

Here’s a quick video I did on how to create a keyboard shortcut in Microsoft Word:

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Cannot restore Tweetdeck on Windows 7

Posted on May 11, 2009 by amd

I’m seeing an issue where the Tweetdeck window stays minimised all the time under Windows 7 RC. Restarting Tweetdeck does not force it to appear, it seems to be permanently minimised. Right-click Pin to Taskbar has no effect. I can … Continue reading →

Posted in software | Tagged error, hidden, minimise, RC, restore, seesmic desktop, task bar, testing, tweetdeck, windows, windows 7 | 2 Comments

Essential software for new MacOS box

Posted on March 12, 2009 by amd

This is a list of mostly free softare that I need to have on my Mac after it’s reinstalled. I’m posting this mainly for my own future reference, so that I have a checklist and all the links handy when … Continue reading →

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Solution for Media Player Classic: Can’t create shockwave control

Posted on April 28, 2008 by amd

Quick fix: if you recently reinstalled like I just did, you might encounter this error when trying to play SWF or FLV files with Media Player Classic: “Can’t create shockwave control” The answer to fix this is fairly simple – … Continue reading →

Posted in software, windows | Tagged control, error, flash, IE, media player classic, shockwave, software, swf, windows | 9 Comments

Macbook Air running Vista benchmark

Posted on April 18, 2008 by amd

I put Windows Vista on my MBA because I need to be operational for business and I don’t have time to learn how to use a new operating system (and find replacement applications for those I normally use, and put … Continue reading →

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Essential software for new Windows machine

Posted on April 14, 2008 by amd

This list was created for my own reference to keep all the links in one handy location. It might be useful for ideas for you too when you’re installing a new Windows PC or laptop. Not all of these are … Continue reading →

Posted in geek, security, software, windows | Tagged software, windows | 5 Comments