Jenkat Games or Jencat Games, call us whatever makes you feel good!

I must admit, I haven’t been a big fan of Internet Explorer for quite some time.  For a couple of years, I used a program called Avant Browser, which would sit on top of Internet Explorer.  It was very nice, until it started having problems with web sites that use a lot of new programming techniques. 

People tell me, “Firefox” - and I say, blah.  It’s a nice product, but Firefox just doesn’t have the level of customization that I’d like.  Hard to believe, but I like to make the top toolbars as condensed as possible. 

Recently, thanks to our friends over at MajorGeeks.com, I found another alternative web browser that I really like called Maxthon 2 that sits on top of IE.  Unfortunately it has had some issues with new programming techniques, but I’ve been willing to put up with those issues because I think it offers the best browser experience.  The good news is that the all powerful and knowing Google has bought part of the company that makes the Maxthon browser, so each month the product gets more fixes and new features.

If you’ve had it with Internet Explorer and Firefox is just too nerdlinger for you, check out the Maxthon 2 web browser.

This entry was posted on Monday, February 4th, 2008 at 2:36 pm and is filed under Software.

I once asked my friend Mr. Tim Tib-la-bits at MajorGeeks.com, “What is the one download utility program you couldn’t do without?”  He immediately answered, “CCleaner.”  Over the last few years, I’ve come to agree with Tim.  CCleaner is the one program I couldn’t do without, though AVG Anti-Virus is a close second.

First off, what does CCleaner stand for?  It stands for Crap Cleaner and it does just that:  Cleans the crap off your computer.

Why is it so great?  CCleaner is a freeware system optimization and privacy tool. It removes unused files from your system - allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space. It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. But the best part is that it’s fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware! 

This entry was posted on Thursday, January 17th, 2008 at 8:19 pm and is filed under Software.

Tried of the bloat that is Windows Media Player?  I know I get frustrated with it from time to time and wish for a better alternative?  iTunes + Quicktime, you suggest?  Are you kidding, I would agrue that iTunes + Quicktime is even more of a bloat on your computer than Windows Media Player.

Our friends over at MajorGeeks.com are always on the hunt for quality shareware and they’ve found one in the Zoom Player.  Not only is the Zoom Player simple to use, it also doesn’t leave your computer with that bloat feeling.  Whether you’re watching DVD’s on your computer or using it to watch video online, Zoom Player is a fabulous alternative to Windows Media Player and Apple’s products.  Give it a try!

This entry was posted on Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 at 11:13 am and is filed under Software.

Our friends at MajorGeeks have put up a new version of RoboForm from Siber Sysytems.  If you’re been looking a wonderful solution to a big problem (keeping track of username and passwords for websites), check out RoboForm.

The great thing about RoboForm is that it basically works with every web browser on the planet and it takes the hassle out of tracking your passwords.  If you’re like me, sometimes I have to enter in my username and password several times until I remember what login I used on a particular website.  No more, RoboForm solves that problem. 

Give it a try and find all the coolest software to make your computer safe at MajorGeeks.com!

This entry was posted on Monday, November 19th, 2007 at 1:59 pm and is filed under Software.

If you’re looking for a great image viewer and editor, check out the FastStone Image Viewer.   It’s one of the wonderful and free pieces of software available on the Internet. 

One of the coolest features in my mind is the ability to make a musical slideshow.  Take a group of pictures, put your favorite AC/DC tune behind it (or perhaps some Tim McGraw, whatever your taste) and impressive your friends and family.

If the FastStone Image Viewer sounds like something for you, you can download it for free from our friends at MajorGeeks.com.

This entry was posted on Monday, October 29th, 2007 at 11:18 am and is filed under Software.

These days you definitley need an anti-virus software and our favorite by far is AVG’s Free Edition Anti-Virus software.  While there are paid versions, I credit AVG for looking out for all of us by providing a free version as well. 

I’ve used the Norton stuff in the past, yet I got tired of all the extra crap they install and the bloat that it creates on your computer.  AVG is quick and easy.  You can set it up to scan your system nightly, download updates and even scan your incoming and outgoing e-mail.  To paraphase Ian Gillian from Deep Purple singing Highway Star, “I love it, I need it,” and so will you.

Check out the free version and download if you like from our friends at MajorGeeks.com - Our favorite tech website.

This entry was posted on Monday, October 22nd, 2007 at 1:27 pm and is filed under Software.