It’s a quiet day on the tech news front, so I have packed this edition with helpful information for your computing pleasure. Everything from free software to test results to help you make good buying decisions. Now, that’s a good way to end the week. So let’s get right to it. -JRC
Facebook reveals its evil plans
Facebook has announced it will start logging users' searches and track their real-world purchases. And so it begins
Intel CEO says Windows 8 bugs will sting consumers
Bloomberg reports that Otellini, speaking to a group of employees at a private company event in Taipei on Tuesday, said improvements "still need to be made to the software."
Protecting PCs from the next zero-day threat
For every zero-day vulnerability we patch, there’s another waiting in the wings — and yet another, no doubt. One of the better tools for protecting our systems from the new threats is Microsoft’s oddly named Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit.
Gmail vs. Outlook.com: Which offers the best email in the cloud?
Gmail already has legions of fans and a solid reputation as a versatile, reliable mail service. Outlook.com needs to prove that it’s not just Hotmail with a fresh coat of paint, that it can give business users the tools they need to work quickly, efficiently, and securely.
Kindle Fire HD vs. iPad
How does the new Kindle Fire HD compare with the best tablet on the block? While the two may seem like apples and oranges, some of the answers might surprise you.
Drive-by Wi-Fi: Staying connected on the road
These days, however, local and national merchants are competing to draw customers in by providing wireless service, and chances are good that you’ll find a source of free Wi-Fi at any freeway exit or town.
Best Free Encryption Utility for Cloud Storage
Encryption programs like Cloudfogger provide client-side encryption to protect you from unreasonable access by other entities or government agencies. You may also want to be sure a rogue employee could never access your files. Client-side encryption assures that your files never leave your computer in an unencrypted state.
Google Play celebrates 25 billion downloads with 25 cent apps, and more
Got an Android phone or tablet, then listen up. Lots and lots of Android apps are going on sale for 25 cents for a week. Take a look as sales change every day. Books, music and movies too.
Save Time. Pin Notes, Notebooks to your Favorites Bar (Evernote)
If you find yourself frequently accessing the same note, notebook, search term, or tag, save yourself some time by pinning these often-used items to your Favorites Bar! This feature is available in Mac OS X 10.7+ and Windows, and it’s incredibly easy to use.
Windows Firewall Control - Free
Windows Firewall Control is a simple bit of freeware that extends the capabilities of the built-in Windows firewall controls. It adds icons and entries to the system tray, desktop, and other locations; adds shell integration in Explorer menus; and other options.
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