Windows Tools, Help & Guides

Sometimes I would like to minimize a running application to the Tray instead of the common Taskbar position. A quick search on the net gave me a few solutions to choose from. The one I ended up with is a small freeware utility that is totally invisible and has both 32-bit and 64-bit support.

It’s a small script that add Right-Click Functionality to the minimize button, while keeping the Normal Setting using the Left-Click.

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In this article, I share five of the best free media players for Windows. If you have suggestions for other media players, let us know in the comments.

I chose these media players with the following requirements in mind:

• The media player should play most file types out of the box.
• The media player should be free and not include adware, spyware etc.
• The media players should work on all recent versions of Windows (XP, Vista, and 7.)

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I’m sure you have a MP3-Player of sorts. Most players have a mini USB plug that allows you to connect it to a computer. But what If it doesn’t ? Or what IF you don’t want to use any software players ?

Windows 7 have a feature called: “Listen To Device”. What it does is let you connect your mp3-player (iPod, Zune, mobile phone, etc.) to the Line-In port (using the Jack Contact), and directly pass the music through to the Computers Speakers. Without using any software player.

Here’s how:

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Windows Guides’ Rating	Compatible with
4.5 out of 5

PROS: Supports most modern smartphones, together with the latest versions of Outlook. Supports OTA (Over the Air) Synchronisation, as well as wired. CONS: Can’t think of any! VERDICT: A great piece of software for any smart-phone user! I would highly recommend it to anyone! PRICE: Depends what you want. It varies from $39.95 – $99.95. Watch this space though, there may be a giveaway soon! VERSION REVIEWED: 3.0 DOWNLOAD: CompanionLink (free 14-day trial) (more screenshots at the bottom)

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Do you have a multiple monitor setup ? I do – and I love it. I can’t begin to imagine how I ever managed without it.
As you know, moving windows between the monitors can be a tedious task, if you always drag them back and forth.

Now I’ve come across a freeware tool, that allow you to move windows between monitors with a single click.

It’s called MonitorSwitch and work on all Windows Platforms. And best of all it’s Freeware…

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Windows Guides’ Rating	Compatible with
5 out of 5

PROGRAM: WinX DVDRipper Platinum For Windows and MAC PROS: Very easy to use. Fast and reliable. Supports most file-formats and gadgets. 5 Minute Copy ! CONS: Haven’t found any…as of yet VERDICT: If you ever should consider buying a DVD Copy/Backup program, it’s this one. You can make backups of your DVD collection with a few clicks – even the newest ones. And you get free lifetime updates. PRICE: $35,99 VERSION REVIEWED: 5.10 Download Link in the Article

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