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Super Quick PDF Reader

It is almost universally accepted that Adobe’s Acrobat Reader is very slow and filled with much bloat. Loading a simple PDF document usually brings groans of - I have this fast Internet connection but now I have to wait for this Reader to load - It takes longer than downloading the PDF.

Well. I’m saved. Searching the net I discovered this tool called Foxit Reader. It seriously loads PDF files instantly. Try it yourself, you will have many minutes more of productive time - or more time to play games. :)

Note that it does not have an install program so you will just put it somewhere easily accessable. I put it on the Desktop. I suggest that you run the program once before trying to open any PDFs online - it automatically registers itself in Firefox so you don’t need to hunt for the program.

Posted June 12th, 2006 in: Tools, Cool Stuff

Utility of The Week: CPU-Z

There are many things you should know about your CPU and there is one utility that can tell you all you need to know. CPU-Z tells you the basics about how your PC’s processor is setup and gives you indepth information on all of the nitty gritty that is really only useful to the most advanced of users.

Information it gives you includes:
- Processor Name and Vendor
- Core Stepping and Process
- Processor Package
- Partial Overclock Detection
- Supported Processor Features
- Detection of Core Voltage
- L2 Bus Width
- Memory Timing

Why would anyone want this info? Well, if your setting up your computer or troubleshooting, you want to make sure that everything is setup properly. This tool gives you the inside scoop. You can also use it to make sure that your computer hasn’t been overclocked and that you aren’t getting bamboozled by a computer salesman if you just bought the PC.

Posted June 8th, 2006 in: Tools, Hardware
 
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