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Windows Tips: how to find the product key

Published on Wednesday, 18 January 2012 in , , , , , , , ,


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The product key is the " activation key "of the original software. Every copy of Windows is characterized by a unique key that is used to activate and verify the authenticity of the software. This key is required by Windows during installation or after. Many times, however, computers are sold with Windows pre-installed software, it follows that the product key was entered by the seller and, if it has no warranty sticker pasted on the printed product key, we need a trick to track him down.
Following a format it, to install and reactivate our original copy of Windows, we will need the 25-character code that certifies the uniqueness and authenticity. How to find?
Keyfinder
Simple KeyFinder is a small utility that instantly finds the operating system product key. It works with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2003 and Windows 2000.
Just open it from the command line will generate a text file with the activation key.
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Alternative: Product Key Finder , small utility that receives, in addition to the product key, the license keys of installed products. Tested and works with Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP.


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How to remember all the passwords

Published on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 in , , , , , , , , ,


The 500 most common passwords
I have often spoken of passwords , change them often of the importance of creating them "complex" with alphanumeric and special characters and especially the fundamental rule of DO NOT use the same password for multiple sites . These are tips that are repeated often but that few apply. The reason is easy to find anyone who will come up with the question: how can I remember so many passwords? How is it possible to invent new data access to any registration if a barely remember (and often forgotten)
LastPass
LastPass is probably the leading software in saving and encryption of personal data. Its multi-compatibility with any operating system and browser makes it universal, easy and convenient. Last Pass, as last password, which the last password you will remember, one that allows you to access the service, you can forget all the others because he'll remember .
Just as modern browsers will ask if you want to save the username and password you just entered in a form of access to a site, LastPass will ask you the same thing and will store this information in an encrypted archive. Each time you visit that site again, LastPass will fill in the login information for you, or even be able to login automatically without that you click on any button.
You say ... But where is the difference with the function present in browsers? The differences are many, but the two main ones are:
  1. LastPass is compatible with any browser and operating system . This means that if you change browsers or computers (or if they usually used more than one) LastPass syncs passwords automatically on the new browser, this is because the store the password on both your PC is online, and the extension for the browser does is access the archive you have created. Versions are also available for browsers portable software, so keep them paired with the browser that you carry USB flash drives.
  2. LastPass is really safe . All information you submit is encrypted at 128 bits. The data access to your account (your email and the master password) are the only key that can decrypt the contents of your data access, and these last are never provided to pass, are in fact the ' All you have to remember. Use of the site also uses the HTTPS protocol , further ensuring that your information is secure.
LastPass is free (Premium accounts are also available that offer greater functionality, such as the use on mobile phones, the elimination of advertising and personal service - the service economy, however - $ 1 per month) and available for Windows, Mac and Linux. You can download it from here .
If my words have not convinced or if you have not understood a damn, we tried again showing this short video (in English, unfortunately):
Why use LastPass?

Personal Considerations

Years ago I was skeptical about the use of this software, often doubt about their safety (and I was not wrong), and utility functions. Having to deliver my data for free access to internet sites unknown kept me away from trying any such application.
Anyone who knows me knows how I feel because of privacy, especially on the web, and many of the personal data rescue software with privacy do not go quite agree.
For several years I have tried several applications, however, that as LastPass can overcome the problem of dozens of passwords and user names that I use for various services on the web. None of these satisfied me as LastPass. Its compatibility, efficiency and above all its safety have prompted me to write this article for recommending it to all of you. Try it and I'm sure you will not be disappointed.
Forget all the passwords, remember that from now on just one.