Looking for good system monitoring / task scheduling software to run on Windows for server monitoring as well as running custom scripts for keeping track application specific metrics. [more inside]
posted by Nothing on Dec 22, 2009 - 2 answers

A start menu for Windows 7 where I type i for Internet and f for Firefox to open that browser? [more inside]
posted by oxit on Dec 14, 2009 - 12 answers

I really like the idea of text-based programs like WriteRoom (Mac) or DarkRoom (Windows). Are there similar applications for other purposes? [more inside]
posted by jfricke on Dec 1, 2009 - 20 answers

Need software which enables saving my Windows XP file directory tree and shows subfolders as a .gif, .jpg or .bmp. Google found some software which saves it as a text file, but I want the visuals of the actual folders in the tree structure.
posted by dorgla on Oct 23, 2009 - 1 answer

I need to record myself giving a presentation for school. My laptop has a built in webcam and microphone. What free Windows software would you recommend for this task?
posted by gocubbies on Sep 24, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for a scanner program that will allow me to set a custom size to scan and remember it for multiple scans. [more inside]
posted by tdreyer on Sep 20, 2009 - 4 answers

Is there a Mac equivalent to CDR Media Code Identifier. This could be run in Parallels, but I'm not sure it'll be able to get what it needs out of the DVD drive. And of course, it'd be nice to not have to run Parallels.
posted by ignignokt on Sep 15, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm moving from XP to Windows 7 Ultimate. What, that I used to have on XP, do I not need installed any more? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver on Aug 28, 2009 - 5 answers

Can anyone suggest a simple Non-Linear Video Editing Software for Windows XP? One that can accept and output variety of Formats. For editing together Videos (MJPG) taken on a Canon Digital photo Camera. [more inside]
posted by mary8nne on Aug 24, 2009 - 4 answers

IT Filter: Anyone know of a resource or protocol for opening .QIC files (Old Windows backup file format) short of finding a machine with Windows 95/98 on it? Had a laptop stolen and this is the only format in which I still have ALL of my writing from college/grad school. Any help is appreciated (please no lectures on backing up files... have learned my lesson.)
posted by Prevailing Southwest on Aug 10, 2009 - 4 answers

Is it still possible to get hold of Corel Draw 8 for Windows? Abandonware? [more inside]
posted by n3rt on Aug 7, 2009 - 15 answers

Help me find a windows application that monitors processes CPU usage and adjusts their priority accordingly. [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom on Aug 5, 2009 - 2 answers

Alternatives to the program Synergy (keyboard and mouse over network)? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on Jul 1, 2009 - 8 answers

I need a Windows program that will capture audio from my laptop's mic and video from my laptop's built-in camera, then dump the combined results to disk in some convenient video format. [more inside]
posted by killdevil on Jun 10, 2009 - 3 answers

What is the best way to sync my contacts (name, email, phone number) between my iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Gmail? I am using Address Book at the moment but should I be using something else? [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on May 3, 2009 - 8 answers

What software will open a .wls file? [more inside]
posted by infostud on Apr 27, 2009 - 8 answers

A while back ( months ago ? ) I heard on some podcast ( not sure which one ) about an application that would check the version of all applications running on my computer ( windows xp ) and tell me which ones have newer versions available. Does anyone know of any such program(s) ? Tried googling but the search terms I came up with are are too generic: "windows application current checker" Thanks for any responses.
posted by metadave on Apr 1, 2009 - 6 answers

My computer is having a hardware issue when booting... I think. [more inside]
posted by logicpunk on Mar 4, 2009 - 14 answers

Which of these Java programs can i get rid of and why are they breeding like bunnies? [more inside]
posted by Black_Umbrella on Feb 19, 2009 - 12 answers

Home computer hosed - what means this message: "load needed DLLS for kernal" ? [more inside]
posted by Guy_Inamonkeysuit on Feb 2, 2009 - 11 answers

software for writing (i.e., organizing) a novel on a windows machine? [more inside]
posted by gcat on Dec 29, 2008 - 8 answers

Looking for Windows or OSX network diagnostic tools. Our internet connection will drop wireless every 10-15mins... [more inside]
posted by dpollitt on Dec 20, 2008 - 6 answers

How can I easily tile my windows in OS X like I do in MS Windows? [more inside]
posted by creeront on Dec 12, 2008 - 7 answers

Long time Mac guy stuck for the foreseeable future using Windows. I'm out of the loop, but very computer literate. Looking for the BEST software for everything. What can't you live without? [more inside]
posted by sindas on Nov 23, 2008 - 31 answers

Is there anything approximating a Windows-based version of the OSX application PandoraJam, allowing me to record tracks suggested by the Pandora website? [more inside]
posted by newfers on Oct 24, 2008 - 6 answers

FontFilter: What is the best font management application for Windows? I would like opinions on the best software package regardless of price, as well as on the best in terms of price-to-value. [more inside]
posted by fusinski on Oct 5, 2008 - 8 answers

Mac users who write LaTeX documents in Emacs (with or without AucTeX), please tell me about your workflow. [more inside]
posted by gleuschk on Oct 4, 2008 - 10 answers

What are some good resources for Windows Presentation Foundation that focus on its potential for designers? [more inside]
posted by relucent on Sep 2, 2008 - 2 answers

Why is MP3 playback sssuuudddeennllyy gggrriiinnddiinngg doowwnnnn? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Aug 22, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm in the market for an MBP, and thus will need to migrate stuff from my PC eventually. I'm looking specifically for Mac software that are very similar in UI and/or features to the Windows software I'm using now. [more inside]
posted by curagea on Jul 24, 2008 - 16 answers

Software recommendations for an offline journal or personal diary? (for Windows XP) [more inside]
posted by Auden on Jun 10, 2008 - 9 answers

Anyone here have any experience with programming using the Canon camera control toolkit? (EDSDK2.3, C++, for windows) [more inside]
posted by StickyCarpet on Apr 14, 2008 - 1 answer

For example say I have a quicktime file open and I want to open the folder where the file resides...is there a program that will do this...? [more inside]
posted by matthelm on Mar 13, 2008 - 7 answers

What's good, easy-to-use, backup software for Windows? [more inside]
posted by kindall on Feb 24, 2008 - 15 answers

What's the best, free music editing software for Windows? [more inside]
posted by doppleradar on Feb 11, 2008 - 9 answers

What is the best Windows TIFF combiner? [more inside]
posted by yesno on Jan 24, 2008 - 11 answers

How can I a) crop off the whole bottom half of a video, b) zoom in on my subject after I've already made the video, or c) hide the face of someone in the video? While I'm asking, how about taking a video made on a Canon (designed for stills, so their video actual size is small, which means it pixilates horribly when you put it on youtube) and making it stay actual size when placed on the web? I'm on a windows notebook and hoping any of this is even possible. Thanks! [more inside]
posted by thewhynotgirl on Dec 12, 2007 - 5 answers

Using a no-frills but decent PC, what (cheapish) sound card and what software should I buy for my father so he can record his guitar playing and singing as well as do basic mixing and editing? [more inside]
posted by ztdavis on Nov 15, 2007 - 6 answers

What the hell is Windows Defender actually doing all day? It seems do precisely nothing on my machine. [more inside]
posted by chorltonmeateater on Nov 13, 2007 - 13 answers

Looking for dead simple software to scan via my HP Scanjet 2200c's front button. [more inside]
posted by Orb2069 on Nov 3, 2007 - 4 answers

Can you recommend any Windows software which will OCR photographed business cards, store them in a searchable database and work with Outlook? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver on Nov 2, 2007 - 5 answers

Will linux xp desktop (the new linux program that looks like windows xp and lets one intall some windows software) let me install Microsoft Office 2007? What about an organizer program called Bottin? [more inside]
posted by Eiwalker on Oct 10, 2007 - 8 answers

Maybe obvious backup question: I want to achieve: an external hard drive with an exact copy of my main drive's contents that can, in the event of my main internal drive's failure, be swapped into the machine for instant everything-as-it-was. I also want incremental backup, so that I can keep this drive constantly up to date with a daily backup process. This is a Windows XP ThinkPad laptop; I've got the external backup drive in its little case already. [more inside]
posted by amtho on Aug 20, 2007 - 35 answers

What is the best font-management utility for Windows? [more inside]
posted by perissodactyl on Aug 16, 2007 - 10 answers

Looking for a microphone and software for a friend to use in getting started with podcasting. [more inside]
posted by ottereroticist on Jul 30, 2007 - 1 answer

Probably there is a very simple answer to this question, but I have had crap results in finding it. I just need to know a few things about Works with Vista. [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven on Jul 26, 2007 - 3 answers

Why is Firefox so sluggish on my laptop? [more inside]
posted by trip and a half on Jul 21, 2007 - 10 answers

I'm looking for a list, recommendations or an all-in-one package of must-have applications for a windows repair software toolkit. [more inside]
posted by puddpunk on Jul 19, 2007 - 10 answers

What's the quickest, easiest way to turn a directory of sequentially numbered JPG files into a video file? Linux or Windows. [more inside]
posted by Jimbob on Jul 14, 2007 - 12 answers

What video formats work well in presentations? Advice on codecs, presentation software and general tips and tricks sought. Linux and/or WIndows. [more inside]
posted by handee on Jul 12, 2007 - 4 answers