DIY Computer Servicing

Palebushman · Senior Member

DIY Computer Servicing

jonathan · Guru

Hi there Dave .. you name-dropper you .. hehe !

.. I go along with all Dave has said .. and that Glarys Utils is a great set of tools .. but I especially agree that you contact Dave (or others your know) if you have any doubts about how to use these utilities .. while their main functions are very good, just a little bit of knowlege can sometimes get you into trouble .. and .. its quite amazing how much windows 7 can be improved .. so new users of windows 7 .. enjoy

All the best Dave .. I'm currently in Victoria .. but slowly heading north to NSW

Jon

jules47 · The Happy Helper

Thanks for that info guys - have a friend who is very knowledgable with computers, and he always checks mine for me when he visits. Never mucked anything up yet. But your info is good to know. And thanks for the offer of help pb

ozi2 · Guru

G'day Dave and thank you for your information regarding computers, the program you suggested and your offers of assistance: there are many members here myself included who can only be rewarded by such offers. biggrin (and I have no doubts such favours would be returned if we can help you)

cheers

ozi2

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

I've been using Glarys Utilities for years now, really a great program

get it here http://www.glaryutilities.com/

-- Edited by _wombat_ on Saturday 13th of August 2011 09:09:32 AM

DeBe · Guru

Does it work on Vista? as it only mentions windows7?

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

I use it on Vista & Win 7

blaze · Guru

So without downloading the utility, what are the main funtions?.
cheers
blaze

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

couple of screen grabs blaze

you can chosse which options you want to use or not use

-- Edited by _wombat_ on Saturday 13th of August 2011 11:18:28 AM

Sheba · Guru

I started using it [on Windows XP] after reading about it on another Forum Wombat. The Guy who recommend it used to maintain over 1,000 business Computers, and this was the Programme he used.

I use the first one, but it doesn't have "Pro" on it. Maybe because I'm using the Freebie.

Cheers,

Sheba.

-- Edited by Sheba on Saturday 13th of August 2011 05:58:31 PM

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

I got my copy from the Giveawayoftheday site, that's why it says Pro, get them for nothing, you have to download and activate programs in a 24 hour period, and you get to keep them for free.

Sheba · Guru

_wombat_ wrote:
I got my copy from the Giveawayoftheday site.

What is that one Wombat ? I guess if I Google it I'll find out huh ?
Cheers,
Sheba.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

you could Google but here's the site http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/

you can download and install and sometimes activate, just read instructions that come with the daily give away program, I get an email every day and go to the site about 1500 here in WA.

With the downloads I usually leave it until the next day and read some of the comments before I download a program in case people are having problems with a program, when downloading you sometimes have to give your email addy to get the unlock code, I steer clear of those ones, also you have to watch b4 downloading that they do not put something on your pooter along with the give away, just untick any extra options.

You have to download and install or activae the program within 24 hours of it being posted online, todays give away is interesting.

there is also a site for game give away, but I don't bother with them.

Enjoy

Sheba · Guru

Thanks Wombat.

Cheers,

Sheba.

gordon_adl · Senior Member

Oh dear. I really don't like creating conflict. As I have over 20 years in computer security, I cringe when I see people spruking computer security on forums. I believe this person has very good intentions. However, I do have reservations about what is being said.

If anyone would like an alternative view, please feel free to PM me.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

Gordon, everybody has their own opinion about everything but it seems you do not want to share your's with everybody, only those that pm you, don't be scared you are also entitled to your opinion.

Dunco · Senior Member

This program looks pretty good and I will trial it to check it out.

I use another program called Tune Up utilities that I have been using now for about 3 years with no issues and I am very happy with it

I think I see where Gordon is coming from Wombat.....I never let ANYONE play with my machine that is not qualified, so some bloke in a van park would NEVER touch my laptop biggrin biggrin

milo · Guru

Dunco wrote:
I never let ANYONE play with my machine that is not qualified, so some bloke in a van park would NEVER touch my laptop

same here dunco biggrin

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

I'm with Dunco and milo, even Mrs W is not allowed to touch my computers, she has her own pooter, I have my 3 desktops and 2 laptops.

Sheba · Guru

Still waiting to hear from you Gordon.

Cheers,

Sheba.

jonathan · Guru

.. naaah .. you're not creating any conflict Gordon.. quite a few on here have much more than just 20 years in security ..

so please .. speak ..

Jon

gordon_adl · Senior Member

Sorry folks, whilst I have been on here to do some quick reading, just been quite busy and haven't had time to post.

Sheba, you have PM.

Some of the problems I have with 'free' software, is they don't have the scrutiny that your larger profit companies do. Who really knows what this app does. Do you know for a fact that it is not collecting your daily surfing habits and not sellling this data to some company?

Also, whilst an offer for free help does sound good, especially for people who struggle with pc's, there are some issues to be concerned about someone offering free help. Do you really know that person? Are you 100% what he is putting on your pc is what he really says? If you're not confident in pc's, he could easily be putting a data logger on your pc and you wouldn't even know it.

To me, this particular post really sounds like a sales man coming in off a horse selling a special vinegar that will cure all your ailments. His intentions probably are innocent enough, but again I wouldn't let someone just do all kind of work on my pc that basically stores heaps of very personal information.

As an example, recently we had to have our laptop sent back to vendor due to some fautly parts. I completely wiped my hard drive so they didn't have a snoop around to see what was on there. As a side note, erasingy our hard drive does not really erase, it is rather easily gotten back for those who have that sort of mind.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

No conflicts there gordon as I said before everybody is entitled to their opinion.

jonathan · Guru

.. Must agree with you Wombie .. we're so lucky to be able present our own opinions .. sometimes though, ones credibilty and respect are just taken for granted, and not earned .. and it shows in their performance ..

I like this mouse Avatar Wombie .. think you can take it away and do a job on it for me .. need an unshaved look with a coupla bandaids .. Marj didn't like this one .. so need to do some mods to keep her happy ..

Jon

Happywanderer · The Master

I still don't like it Jonathan, Too goggle eyed and toothy. Liked the last one better.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

this one do?

looks like the one that Marj had a fight with biggrin

Happywanderer · The Master

No!! That looks like the one Jonathan threw the towel at.

Sheba · Guru

I still like this one. Damn. Won't let me Copy and Paste it. The Turquoise one Jonathon.

Cheers,

Sheba.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

OK, closed the eye a bit, made the tooth smaller and changed the bandaid's.

Havago · Veteran Member

Hi all. I looked at this setup, thought it looked okay and downloaded it. The computer wouldn't let me into my documents etc but would let me on the internet. Next up I can get my documents etc but no internet. Third bite of the cherry and the computer lets me turn it on but that's it. Said my hard disc is stuffed. Took old faithful to the computer doctor and $97:00 later the windows was contaminated and a full harddrive. I don't know how as it was only 50% used before this. Anyway she's back now with the download uninstalled and going a little faster. I'm considering asking for my money back. Well, that's my bitch for the day. Bye all, Havago.