Great link sent in by Tony. A list of links to many useful freeware utilities. Go [here]

This was recommended by Tijs of the Netherlands – ClarkConnect is a powerful yet easy-to-use software solution for deploying and managing dedicated servers and Internet gateways. Get it [here]

This program comes highly recommended from Norbert, host of the Norbtek.info Podcast. “PodProducer is a really cool program in its own right for producing podcasts (not editing thought). I configured it for “What you hear” and then went into the Windows “Record/Playback” Control panel and configured it in the record mode to use “what you hear” as well. My MP3 file does a step by step on what to do, check it out. I also use an old MP3 with line-in recording capabilities as a backup hooked to a splitter cable on the headphones. I tested the system a few times by calling my own home and mock interviewing my wife so I could set the volume levels as I wanted the Skype level higher and my level a bit lower to sound equal. 2 or 3 tests and things were pretty close. I could have worked a bit more on it, but everything was clear. A good Skype connection is critical for a good recording.” Get PodProducer [here]

Dowload Norbert’s instructions as an MP3 [here]

Feed Editor helps you create professional RSS feeds but you don’t want to work complicated RSS technology. The editor makes work with RSS feeds maximally simple. Get it [here]

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Show #75 Notes

Contest –

• Create and submit a new intro for the show and a chance to win $50 cash!

Show Links –

• HotRecorder
• mozy
• Open Source Mail Server Comparison
• Toms Hardware
• Unattended
• DVDShrink
• EBCD
• Ultimate Boot CD for Windows
• GAG – The Graphical Boot Manager

Podcasts and Podcasting Sites Mentioned –

• In The Trenches
• pdcauditing.com
• The Project Management Podcast
• Killer Innovations
• Home Network Help
• Geek News Central
• Technorama
• Techpodcasts.com
• Blubrry
• Podcasting News Network
• Friends In Tech

Some of the music on this program was provided by Magnatune.com

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This software was recommended by Ian. “The software runs as an application that checks against a number of different blacklists and seems to be up to date. I thought you my like to pass this on to your listeners.” Get it [here]

From the Philadelphia Inquirer – Websites about the beginnings, and future, of modern democracy:

• Historic downloads
• Jefferson’s Monticello
• Democracy in danger
• Threats to democracy
• Human rights

Excel answer from Rob – “Open Excel and go to Tools > Options > General and de-select “Ignore Other Applications”. This allows you to open spreadsheets from outside of Excel. Apparently this option is available to allow control of how Excel interacts with other programs via Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE). Here are a couple of links that give further info on DDE:”

• Ignoring Other Applications
• Error Opening Second Workbook, Take Two

Another network monitoring utility from Andrea – NetLimiter

This link was sent to me by Alan. Couchsurfing.com is now out of business as a result of no backups. Read the story [here]

Take a look at the following backup programs:

• SyncBack
• Karen’s Replicator

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Show #74 Notes

Contest –

• Create and submit a new intro for the show and a chance to win $50 cash!

Show Links –

• Blubrry Podcast Community
• Mike Tech Show on Blubrry
• Microsoft Office 2007 Beta
• WallWatcher
• In The Trenches Podcast
• Broadband Over Power Line and Amateur Radio
• Restoring Safeboot
• HappyFish

Questions –

• Suggestions for Excel not opening spreadsheet even with the correct file association?
• Is there a way to convert Region 2 PAL DVD into Region 1 NTSC?
• Email me at mike@miketechshow.com
• Voice mail: (240) 949-2450

Independent Music –

• Rob Costlow – Semester Days

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