software Archives - David Yin's Blog https://www.yinfor.com/tag/software-2 Tech geek. Life geek. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 23:12:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.yinfor.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/cropped-icon-120x120.png software Archives - David Yin's Blog https://www.yinfor.com/tag/software-2 32 32 Upgrade the OpnSense from 22.1.9 to 22.7.3 https://www.yinfor.com/2022/09/upgrade-the-opnsense-from-22-1-9-to-22-7-3.html https://www.yinfor.com/2022/09/upgrade-the-opnsense-from-22-1-9-to-22-7-3.html#respond Mon, 05 Sep 2022 23:12:52 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=8331 It is a big upgrade for my router. There are four more versions between 22.1.9 and 22.7.3, which are 22.7 , 22.7.1 and 22.7.2. And also I received the notice of the end of life on 22.1.10. So, I make...

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It is a big upgrade for my router. There are four more versions between 22.1.9 and 22.7.3, which are 22.7 , 22.7.1 and 22.7.2. And also I received the notice of the end of life on 22.1.10.

So, I make the upgrade from 22.1 “Observant Owl” to 22.7 “Powerful Panther”.

I click the button “Check for updates” and get the upgrade page.

opnSense update notice

 

There are three sets of files that need to be upgraded. Base, Kernel, and packages.

About 922 MB downloading size and Reboot required(it is expected).

It took me a few minutes to download and upgrade.  The reboot took a while.

Confirm to upgrade

 

Oh, I forgot to mention that I did a backup of the configuration before going to the upgrade step. Just for caution. As a backup. I am not using the configuration file.

There is a lot of upgrading features on opnSense 22.7. Let me try to list them.

Base system
PHP 8.x upgrade
Phalcon upgrade
FreeBSD 13.1
Intel QuickAssist (QAT) support
Interfaces
Add stacked VLAN support (IEEE 802.1ad / QinQ)
Firewall
Advanced DDos protection using syncookies
Configurable per rule adaptive timeouts
Services
Unbound – migrate overrides to mvc enabling API support.

 

The next big upgrade version is 23.1 which will be released in January 2023

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Software Treatments Can Provide Solutions in the Healthcare Industry https://www.yinfor.com/2020/09/software-treatments-can-provide-solutions-in-the-healthcare-industry.html https://www.yinfor.com/2020/09/software-treatments-can-provide-solutions-in-the-healthcare-industry.html#respond Mon, 14 Sep 2020 18:26:49 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=7408 Companies, like patients, are individual organisms, and that’s why determining needs as a healthcare business calls for managing personnel and more. It is important to find a provider that can diagnose needs and identify software solutions for healthcare workforce management. Consider...

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Companies, like patients, are individual organisms, and that’s why determining needs as a healthcare business calls for managing personnel and more. It is important to find a provider that can diagnose needs and identify software solutions for healthcare workforce management.

Consider the Many Factors Involved in Management

Software systems can be designed to streamline operations, analyze data and help with performance metrics on an annual and longer-term basis.

Programs can track employee attendance and hours worked, leaves of absence, assigned tasks, compliance and more. Government regulations and business policies also can be monitored.

When reviewing systems, consider factors of your healthcare business, including not only how the program will be used but also the ease of learning and using the software. Of course, the type of program, whether a subscription service and its cost, are other factors to weigh.

Identify Company Needs, Match With Software Solutions

Hospitals, physician offices, dental clinics and home healthcare providers, among others, are can benefit from software programs to manage the details of personnel programs, accounting and taxes. Solutions can be individualized for small, mid-sized or large firms.

A well-chosen and designed program can enhance your business’s resources. Software can help with scheduling and personnel, so that needs are met and labor costs are monitored. The bottom line is that better management can translate into positive financial results and improved patient care.

Understand How the Pandemic Adds Economic and Employment Pressures

In this coronavirus pandemic, workforce management may take a higher priority as demand for services, patient needs and state and federal regulations intensify. The pandemic has had various impacts on healthcare needs, rules on providing treatments and employment.

With an industry-wide struggle tied to shortages of physicians, nurses and other providers, having software to manage and engage employees can be a multifaceted asset.

A software program can assist with hourly management, personnel assignments and longer-term projections of healthcare service needs. A system also can help retain valued personnel, for instance, through redeployment.

Consider Management Goals, Employee Response and Patient Care

In employment venues, the COVID-19 has impacted hours, shifts and location of jobs. Many employees have been working remotely from home. Some healthcare workers were considered essential, while others were laid off.

The industry also has broadened the practice of reaching patients through telemedicine. Businesses and employees continue to develop ways to work remotely. While unemployment has reached historic levels, hiring and jobs continue to evolve in the pandemic era.

Remember Tips for Finding Solutions That Fit

Many factors are to be considered when reviewing management and software issues. Reasons to use workforce management software include:

  1. Operations that lead to better patient service
  2. Streamlined scheduling and recording of payroll hours, including monitoring of overtime
  3. Improved data entry
  4. Managed accounting, tax and personnel benefits
  5. Reduced time spent on payroll and employee paperwork

Other points to review are employee satisfaction and meeting goals for patient care.

Workforce management can help make the most of human capital and labor talents, and in the healthcare industry that means reaching goals of providing excellent, patient-centered treatments.

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Why Your Business Needs Patch Management Software https://www.yinfor.com/2020/06/why-your-business-needs-patch-management-software.html https://www.yinfor.com/2020/06/why-your-business-needs-patch-management-software.html#respond Tue, 16 Jun 2020 22:11:34 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=7259 Data is the primary asset of every business. Every day, large and small companies create, exchange and file vital and sensitive information. It is essential to have a reliable patch management software program to do the following. Secure Company Data...

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Data is the primary asset of every business. Every day, large and small companies create, exchange and file vital and sensitive information. It is essential to have a reliable patch management software program to do the following.

Secure Company Data

The daily operation of a business often depends on the software it uses. Therefore, the threat of criminal malware should always be a top concern. It is prudent to install reliable patch management software to detect cyber attacks that can infiltrate your system and irreparably harm your business. These programs are vital to large corporations with extensive networks because they can patch, or fix, vulnerabilities in existing software, thereby avoiding widespread viruses and other threats. Patch management is also essential for small businesses that can acutely feel the impact of a data breach.

Secure Personal Data

With identity theft on the rise, companies need to be especially vigilant about unwanted cyber activity that can directly affect their customers and employees. Just as patch management software can secure business data, it can also protect personal information from phishing scams and hackers. All types of businesses, from employment agencies to hospitals, can benefit from this feature of patch management.

Fix Software Glitches

Creating software is a painstaking task involving the creation of multiple levels of code. A software creator manually inputs this code. Occasionally errors in the coding process remain undetected before the software hits the market. IT departments can quickly become overwhelmed with constant updates and adjustments to these codes. Patch management software can automatically correct a mistake and allow a platform to be more user-friendly.

Make Software Updates

Buying a primary software system is one of the most significant investments a business can make. However, for most companies, it is not practical to repeat this purchase with every introduction of software updates or enhancements. Instead, patch management software can periodically refresh features of existing software as they become obsolete. For a minimal investment, employees can improve their productivity and efficiency, and companies can avoid a complete software overhaul.

Provide Remote Work Insurance

The outbreak of COVID-19 has forced businesses to adapt their operations to a remote workforce, and this trend will likely continue. As employees conduct business on smartphones and other portable devices, cybercriminals have more entryways than ever to access companies’ sensitive information. Patch management software can automatically send patches through all kinds of devices and prevent the spread of criminal activity.

Ensure Government Compliance

All government agencies and many industries, including finance and healthcare, are subject to rigorous government security criteria. Hefty fines and sanctions can result if periodic government audits detect deficient security measures. In the past, few small or medium-sized businesses were subject to compliance regulations, but that is no longer the case. Federal and state cybersecurity laws can be complicated and time-consuming to address. Patch Management software is the most reliable way for businesses of every size to navigate and comply with government security requirements.

Monitor Third-Party Software

Many large software vendors, like Microsoft, have built-in patching measures for their systems. Still, many companies simultaneously use software programs developed by vendors other than those that build their primary platform. These third-party software systems are vulnerable to additional security breaches. A patch management software system is the most efficient and cost-effective way to remedy issues with secondary software programs that can compromise the overall operating system.

Technology has enhanced the dissemination of information in ways that past generations could not imagine. However, with these advances, new sets of problems emerge that can have dire consequences. Sadly, criminal behavior has been a problem throughout history, and most businesses are an easy target for cybercriminals. Fortunately, a patch management software system can provide an efficient and cost-effective defense that can allow employees to focus on doing their jobs safely.

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Go Back to the Basics for a Successful Business https://www.yinfor.com/2019/06/go-back-to-the-basics-for-a-successful-business.html https://www.yinfor.com/2019/06/go-back-to-the-basics-for-a-successful-business.html#respond Mon, 03 Jun 2019 05:40:05 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=6922 When it comes to running a business, it is easy to get so caught up in production that you forget to rely on the basics to get you through. Delegation, respect, and asking for help sounds simple, but it can...

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When it comes to running a business, it is easy to get so caught up in production that you forget to rely on the basics to get you through. Delegation, respect, and asking for help sounds simple, but it can be hard to do when you are focused on everything that goes into a successful business. Use the following tips to get yourself back on track.

Delegate for Efficiency

It can be extremely tempting to try to do it all yourself. You may feel that if you ask others to handle certain jobs, they won’t complete them to your satisfaction. This results in you having the mindset that it is better to do it yourself. This attitude will waste your time and energy. Pass jobs along to your employees that aren’t vital for you to do. Once you get used to letting go of the smaller tasks, you will have more time to focus on more important matters.

Be Neither Friend or Foe

A big mistake that bosses and managers often make is to be best friends with their staff. Once you establish a close relationship with an individual, it can be hard to be their superior at work. Don’ be a tyrant either. Employees will eventually tune you out and simply not listen at all if they know they are going to get yelled at regardless of how they perform. The correct way to handle your interaction with your workers is to give respect in order to earn respect.

Know That You Can’t do it Alone

A lot goes into running a business, and you won’t be able to do it alone. Today’s technology allows you to take care of many obligations with the proper software. Rather than hiring an entire accounting department, you can invest in a software system to handle billing, payroll, and other financial obligations. ELM software from companies like Mitratech can even help with any legal issues you may have. Just like using delegation, these systems can free you up in order to focus on important issues.

if you remember to delegate jobs, respect your employees in order to receive respect, and remember that you can’t do it alone, you will be well on your way to a successful business. These tasks may sound simple, but they can be hard to accomplish. This is especially true if you have gotten out of the habit of doing these basic things. Fortunately, with a little practice, you can use these skills to make a success of you and your business.

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EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac Free https://www.yinfor.com/2018/10/easeus-data-recovery-wizard-for-mac-free.html https://www.yinfor.com/2018/10/easeus-data-recovery-wizard-for-mac-free.html#respond Mon, 29 Oct 2018 17:31:48 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=5756 Wow, it is another time to introduce a mac data recovery software, EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac Free 11.8. No matter what kind of computer you use, even Mac, you may have a chance to lose your data one time. Just one...

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Wow, it is another time to introduce a mac data recovery software, EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac Free 11.8.

No matter what kind of computer you use, even Mac, you may have a chance to lose your data one time. Just one time, you may lose your best photos with your family or your important homework assignment.

When it happens, do remember to use EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac

How to Recover your lost files?

Step 1:  Launch EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac

Download and install the program, then launch it on your Mac.

Step 2: Choose the disk/partition where your lost data, click SCAN to start.

Step 3: Preview, recover and save files.

That is it. As simple as three steps.

There are some outstanding features I would like to mention below:

  • Recover Mac Files, including 200 File formats supported
  • Recover any devices connected to your Mac, from HDD, SSD, USB drive, SD Card to iPod, MP3 player etc.
  • Recover lost files even the partition is hidden or inaccessible.
  • Recover lost files from the failed Mac, by using bootable media

 

There are some limitation on this Free version of EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac.

  • The amount of data you can recover is Maximum 2GB
  • No free lifetime upgrade, no free lifetime technical support.

If your lost data is not that much, try the Free version.  Otherwise, you can buy the Pro version to get rid of the limitation. You can save as many as you want.

 

Its Windows sibling can be reached at recovery software download.

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How to remove background noise from audio and video https://www.yinfor.com/2018/01/remove-background-noise-audio-video.html https://www.yinfor.com/2018/01/remove-background-noise-audio-video.html#respond Wed, 03 Jan 2018 11:24:24 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=5204 Many times people shoot videos or record any audio and you shot a perfect video or any audio, everything exactly as planned whether you are making a family video, street interview, etc they all will have background annoying noise like...

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Many times people shoot videos or record any audio and you shot a perfect video or any audio, everything exactly as planned whether you are making a family video, street interview, etc they all will have background annoying noise like wind, birds chirping, traffic noise, random noise, etc. which destroys the entire video.

Whether its minor noise or major noise that destroys the video, you want to remove it from the video. Now the question arises that how to remove that background noise? So you start finding it out on internet and you get so many ways, that you get confused what to do.

I can make it easy for you. First you should know that there are two types of noise i.e. first is a noise that is constant, clear and predictable and of a particular thing. And second is a noise mixture of various things like wind, traffic, birds chirping, people talking, etc. First noise is also called White noise. It is easy to remove and other is little harder to remove, but can be removed.

So to remove such kind of noise there are various options called as software available in the market. And the best option is Movavi Video Editor. It is the best among all software available in the market. It can help to remove background noise from video without any hassle.

For that easiness of removing background noise without disturbing the original audio of the recorded video, you need to download the software i.e. Movavi Video Editor. To download and remove the background noise just follow the below mentioned steps:

Install the Movavi Video Editor

Firstly you have to download and install the Movavi Video Editor. Then launch it and follow the instruction given in the program.

Upload media files

After uploading and launching the software you need to add video files to the editing area of the program. For adding files, you need to click on ADD MEDIA FILES button and select the file which you want to edit. The video will be added to video track and audio will be added to audio track in the timeline automatically.

Remove background noise

So after adding the video to the program, you need to access the audio denoise function so for that just double click on the file in the timeline and then select AUDIO in the TOOLS menu, then click on NOISE REMOVAL button. Then you have to adjust the NOISE SUPPRESSION SLIDER to remove that amount of noise and then click on Apply button, so that the software can remove the noise. You must try different values in suppression slider so that you get the best result.

Export the result

Now after removing the background noise and fixing everything, you have to save the fixed up file. For saving the file you have to click on EXPORT button and choose the format from – MP4, MP3, MOV, AVI, etc. in which you want to save. So when you are ready to save just click on START button.

 

So now removing background noise is not a headache anymore for any person, just download the Movavi Video Editor and enjoy your video without any annoying noise.

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EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Free https://www.yinfor.com/2017/08/easeus-data-recovery-wizard-free.html https://www.yinfor.com/2017/08/easeus-data-recovery-wizard-free.html#respond Sun, 13 Aug 2017 22:42:49 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=5165 I would like to introduce a data recovery software from EaseUS. It is available for both Windows and Mac. EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Free Save your data from the deleted files, deleted folders, formatted drive, or crupted system from the...

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I would like to introduce a data recovery software from EaseUS. It is available for both Windows and Mac.

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Free

Save your data from the deleted files, deleted folders, formatted drive, or crupted system from the Desktop, Laptop, or the portable drive, such as SD card, MicroSD card.

The installation file for Windows is about 22MB.  The whole procedure is as simple as four steps.

  1. Download the EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Free 11.6. Install it on the drive which is not you want to recover the data
  2. From the desktop or where you installed, launch the program
  3. After choosing the device, you can scan the drive, maybe deep scanning, then find the missing file
  4. Recover it to the new location

That’s it. As simple as a few clicks.

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard supports different file system, including FAT, exFAT, NTFS, NTFS5, ext2, ext3, HFS+. It can be installed on different operation system, from Windows 10 to XP, Windows Server, or Mac OS.

 

Screenshots

It can recover the data from local C drive on the PC, from USB drive, from SD card, or other digital devices.

The first look of the program. When I plug in a USB drive, it recognized it. When I plug in an SD card, which Windows treated as unformatted, is recognized.

 

The deleted files in my Kingston USB drive.

I recovered a file successfully. The free version has 500M limit.

The what so called unformatted SD card. It can scan the SD card and find as many as files from lost partition. So amazing.

 

It is best  memory card recovery  software. I will highly recommend it to everyone. The 2GB limit for the free version. $69.95 for an unlimited amount of data you can recover. Even one photo file in a memory card from your camera is more valuable than the price.

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Partition Master Free – Modify your Partition for Free https://www.yinfor.com/2016/01/4730.html https://www.yinfor.com/2016/01/4730.html#respond Wed, 27 Jan 2016 20:57:16 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=4730 EaseUS has a free disk partition software. The product name is Partition Master Free. The latest version 10.8 for Windows, from XP (retired system) to Windows 10. It is also has different language version, which support English, Deutsch, Español, Français,...

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EaseUS has a free disk partition software. The product name is Partition Master Free. The latest version 10.8 for Windows, from XP (retired system) to Windows 10. It is also has different language version, which support English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Português, Polski and 日本語.

Actually it is made by a Chinese online software company.

I has ten Key features.

  1. Resize/Move partitions without data loss, like extending NTFS system partition without reboot to maximize PC performance.
  2. Convert FAT to NTFS file system
  3. Partition Recovery Wizard allows to recover deleted or lost partitions from unallocated space.
  4. Convert MBR to GPT disk and convert GPT to MBR disk without data loss.
  5. Support up to 8TB  GPT disk.
  6. Saftely merge two adjacent partitions into a bigger one without data loss.
  7. Copy entire hard disk to another  without Windows reinstallation.
  8. Convert primary partition to logical partition and vice versa
  9. Wipe disk or wipe partition to permanently wipe sensitive data on disk.
  10. Support all hardware RAID, removable storage device, hard disk, GPT disk and FAT/NTFS/EXT2/EXT3 file system.

I make the features I like to bolder.

 

Here is the simply steps of installation.

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Goto above official web site to download the installation file.

The installation file name is epm.exe, about 28MB.

Then double click to run it.

During the installation, it may ask a few recommendation software, including PC Mechanic, EaseUS Todo Backup Free, etc.

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If you don’t like them, you can uncheck the check mark or choose Custom installation. Then it will only install the Partition software.

On the very first screen of installation, it show you the difference of Free edition and Pro edition.

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If you are interested in these additional features, you can try Pro edition.

I just wondering why EaseUS Partition Master Free Edition need to add a startup item, EaseUS EOM tray and EaseUS EPM Tray Agent,  into the system. I hate these unnecessary startup program. So I disabled it.

Here is the main screen of the program, when I run the program first time.

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I tried some operation on my USB disk, which is NTFS file system format.

Such as Resize partition / Delete partition / Wipe partition / Create  partition.  No issue found.

If you need a free Partition software, I would like to recommend it.

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LG IPS 24MP56HQ Monitor https://www.yinfor.com/2015/12/lg-ips-24mp56hq-monitor.html https://www.yinfor.com/2015/12/lg-ips-24mp56hq-monitor.html#respond Tue, 15 Dec 2015 01:03:30 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=4681 I bought a new monitor at Costco. LG IPS monitor MP56. The specifications: Screen Size  23.8″ Panel Type AH-IPS Color Depth 16.7M colors Aspect Ratio 16:9 Screen resolution 1920X1080 Brightness 250cd/m2 Response Time 5ms Contrast Ratio- DFC  5M:1 Viewing Angle...

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I bought a new monitor at Costco. LG IPS monitor MP56.

The specifications:

  • Screen Size  23.8″
  • Panel Type AH-IPS
  • Color Depth 16.7M colors
  • Aspect Ratio 16:9
  • Screen resolution 1920X1080
  • Brightness 250cd/m2
  • Response Time 5ms
  • Contrast Ratio- DFC  5M:1
  • Viewing Angle 178
  • Surface Treatment Anti-Glare, 3H

Two Inputs: D-Sub and HDMI

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Open the box.

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It is my first IPS monitor.

What is IPS? I heard a lot of times on hardware forum.

IPS (In-Plane Switching) technology enhances the performance of liquid crystal displays. Response times are shortened, color reproduction is improved, and users can now view the screen at virtually any angle.

What is LED Backlighting? It is also my first LED Monitor.

LG’s LED backlighitng delivers exceptional brightness and amazing image clarity. You’ll see richer colors and deeper blacks too, and LEDs offer greater energy efficiency compared to conventional LCD monitors.

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It took me $148.99 plus Eco fee $9.00, and Tax $18.96. Total is $176.95.

I have two monitor. The other one is Acer X223w. So, I downloaded and installed LG Dual Smart Solution software to config my two monitors.

Download Dual Smart Solution for MP56, v2.7

Download LG 24MP56HQ – P windows Driver LG_24MP56_Win8_Driver

 

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Software for Efficiency https://www.yinfor.com/2014/04/software-for-efficiency.html https://www.yinfor.com/2014/04/software-for-efficiency.html#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2014 23:38:15 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=3610 Consumers haven’t been buying like they used to so any company needs to have superior customer service to entice clients. Having an enterprise software system (ERP) that integrates essential components of how any business is run will transfer over into...

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Consumers haven’t been buying like they used to so any company needs to have superior customer service to entice clients. Having an enterprise software system (ERP) that integrates essential components of how any business is run will transfer over into positive customer service relations. An efficient ERP system will offer customers almost immediate feedback about product information, shipping and warranty information and bottom line item pricing. These are some of the customer service options that will showcase your company efficiency to the customer and may be the difference between a sale or not. Your company’s reputation will be solidified and your reputation will grow as the software tracks customer satisfaction at all steps of the purchasing process.

To attain ERP software that accomplishes the aforementioned goals, you have to find a customer service friendly company that treats its customers as friendly as its software promises for its buyers’ customers. Offering online tutorials for its products is an excellent beginning to a long client relationship. Although the tutorials are a positive step, the software company can’t leave out the human element. Customer service representatives have to be on duty for personal attention.

Streamlined internal business operations are fully coordinated with outstanding customer service in a software program produced by Technology Group International (TGI LTD).

Human resources software is also a software for Efficiency.

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Upgrade to PostTwiOauth 0.47 https://www.yinfor.com/2013/08/upgrade_to_posttwioauth_047.html https://www.yinfor.com/2013/08/upgrade_to_posttwioauth_047.html#comments Fri, 16 Aug 2013 20:27:46 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=1192 I start to use PostTwiOauth to make a tweet when I have a new post here from May 2010. The latest update I did is almost two years ago. See how to upgrade to PostTwiOAuth 0.46 Recently I found it...

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I start to use PostTwiOauth to make a tweet when I have a new post here from May 2010. The latest update I did is almost two years ago. See how to upgrade to PostTwiOAuth 0.46

Recently I found it is not working any more. I make a new post, but there is no tweet about it on my twitter timeline. So I go to the author’s web site and found the update. PostTwiOauth 0.47

I have to upgrade to new version of PostTwiOauth, because Twitter API is upgraded from 1.0 to 1.1 on March 5, 2013.  The old PostTwiOauth 0.46 is supoort Twitter API 1.0.

Twitter API 1.1 is not compatiable with 1.0.
Then, I make the upgrade to new version.

Upgrade to PostTwiOAuth 0.47 from 0.46 is as easy as before. Just download the package and overwrite the old installation. No need to change settings or re-set the configuration.

I prefer to delete all old plugin folder and FTP the whole new plugin folder into MovableType installation.

Give the 755 permission to PostTwiOauth.pl

There are some changes of the new version because of Twitter API 1.1 has restriction.

Support for Twitter API v1.1 The link to the widget installed Twitter client on the dashboard Twitter @ Anywhere API function (optional) reply, informal Retweet function in_reply_to_status_id addition of RT at the time and reply Automatic bit.ly URL shortening conversion function (submission optional) URL The change in v3 specification bit.ly API (Use of Magic Token) Enhanced Security

Deleted the following functions of previous version Along with the Twitter API v1.1 support

The link to the widget installed Twitter client on the dashboard
Twitter @ Anywhere API function (optional)
reply, informal Retweet function

If you want to download the new version, but you can not download it from macminiosx’s site, you can download it here.

PostTwiOauth 0.47 zip

PostTwiOauth 0.47 tar.gz

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Zoho gives Small Business a CRM https://www.yinfor.com/2013/07/zoho_gives_small_business_a_cr.html https://www.yinfor.com/2013/07/zoho_gives_small_business_a_cr.html#comments Wed, 03 Jul 2013 23:46:11 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=1164 Maybe, I said maybe, Zoho CRM is the best CRM solution for different size of business. From one-man company to a 100 person business. The price plan is also flexable. Free for three users. Standard: $12/user/month Professional: $20/user/month Enterprise: $35/user/month...

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Maybe, I said maybe, Zoho CRM is the best CRM solution for different size of business. From one-man company to a 100 person business.

The price plan is also flexable.

  • Free for three users.
  • Standard: $12/user/month
  • Professional: $20/user/month
  • Enterprise: $35/user/month

Features are also added by different level above.

  • Free:
    • Lead management
    • Accounts & Contacts
    • Sales Opportunities
    • Social CRM
    • Web Forms
    • Developer API
    • Mobile Access
    • 5000 records
  • Standard: (Free Edition FeaturesPLUS following)
    • Sales Forecasting
    • Reports & Dashboards
    • Document Library
    • Marketing Campaigns
    • Email Marketing
    • Product Customization
    • 100,000 records
  • Professional: (Standard Edition FeaturesPLUSfollowing)
    • Email Integration
    • Customer Support
    • Inventory Management
    • Workflow Automation
    • Role-based Security
    • Mail Merge
    • Unlimited records
  • Enterprise: (Professional Edition FeaturesPLUSfollowing)
    • Advanced Security Controls
    • Multiple Currencies
    • Web Tabs
    • Call Center Connectors
    • Custom Related Lists
    • Time-based Actions
    • Help Desk Integration

If someone is looking for the CRM software, I recommand Zoho Small Business CRM, Start from the Free edition. It is a pay as you go service. Just pay monthly and if needed, upgrade or downgrade can be done anytime.

One more thing, I would like to mention is that Zoho has App, whch can help you do manage your business when you go.

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Blender – Open Source Multimedia Software https://www.yinfor.com/2012/08/blender_open_source_multimed.html https://www.yinfor.com/2012/08/blender_open_source_multimed.html#respond Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:22:09 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=1019 Packt Open Source Awards always give the best choice for Open Source software. Blender is the winner of 2011 Open Source Multimedia Software. Blender is the free open source 3D content creation suite. The steps to do it is model...

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Packt Open Source Awards always give the best choice for Open Source software. Blender is the winner of 2011 Open Source Multimedia Software.
Blender is the free open source 3D content creation suite.
The steps to do it is model – shade – animate – render – composite – interactive 3d.
See this sample.
old guy


birds
It is open source, and free.
Support almost all platforms, including Windows, Linux, MacOS, FreeBSD.
Click here to get your copy.
I still remember, when I was in Shanghai Jiaotong University, I played 3dsMAX to make some 3D model.
Now it is Blender turn.

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Got my Kindle Touch Wifi https://www.yinfor.com/2012/08/got_my_kindle_touch_wifi.html https://www.yinfor.com/2012/08/got_my_kindle_touch_wifi.html#respond Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:28:21 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=1005 I received it the day before yesterday. Only two days in transit from Campbellsville KY US to Burnaby BC, Canada through UPS. It is a small package. Open it, only the Kindle Touch device and a one piece quick start...

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I received it the day before yesterday. Only two days in transit from Campbellsville KY US to Burnaby BC, Canada through UPS.
It is a small package. Open it, only the Kindle Touch device and a one piece quick start paper inside. Oh, and the USB cable.
Let me have a look at it.
kindle_touch_front

I connected the USB cable to computer, and transfer one Chinese book to it. Later, I disconnected it, and open the book to test. The Chinese character looks wired. They are in different font size or weight.
kindle_touch_chinese_font_bad

The Chinese character with red circle is a little bit thin and looks smaller than others. It is very poor experience when I read Chinese book on Kindle Touch with 5.0.1 software.
First of all, I am thinking about do some trick to fix it. Just like I did on Kindle Keyboard before. Replaced font size and font configuration file.
But at the last I think I check the software, or firmware version first. When I look at the firmware version of device info, it shows 5.0.1. The software on Amazon website said it can be upgraded to 5.1.2


There are two steps upgrade.
1) Upgrade from 5.0.1 to 5.1.0
2) Upgrade from 5.1.0 to 5.1.2
After upgrade, I open the same book. The Chinese characters are OK now.
See below:

kindle_touch_better_chinese

So that, I don’t have to do any hack or fine tune to fix the Chinese display problem. The Amazon software upgrade did it.
Here is the list of new features of Kindle Touch.
Display Amazon’s 6″ diagonal most advanced E Ink multi-touch display, optimized with proprietary waveform and font technology, 600 x 800 pixel resolution at 167 ppi, 16-level grayscale.
Size (in inches) 6.8″ x 4.7″ x 0.40″ (172 mm x 120 mm x 10.1 mm)
Weight 7.5 ounces (213 grams)
System Requirements None, because it’s wireless and doesn’t require a computer to download content.
On-device Storage Up to 3,000 books or 4 GB internal (approximately 3 GB available for user content).
Cloud Storage Free cloud storage for all Amazon content
Battery Life A single charge lasts up to two months with wireless off based upon a half-hour of daily reading time. Keep wireless always on and it lasts for up to 6 weeks. Battery life will vary based on wireless usage, such as shopping the Kindle Store, web browsing, and downloading content.
Charge Time Fully charges in approximately 4 hours via the included USB 2.0 cable connected to a computer. Power adapter sold separately.
Wi-Fi Connectivity Supports public and private Wi-Fi networks or hotspots that use the 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n standard with support for WEP, WPA and WPA2 security using password authentication; does not connect to WPA and WPA2 secured networks using 802.1X authentication methods; does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks.
USB Port USB 2.0 (micro-B connector)
Audio 3.5 mm stereo audio jack, rear mounted speakers
Content Formats Supported Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, Audible (Audible Enhanced(AA,AAX)), MP3, unprotected MOBI, PRC natively; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP through conversion.
Documentation Quick Start Guide (included in box); Kindle User’s Guide (pre-installed on device). Additional information available online.
Warranty and Service 1-year limited warranty and service included. Use of Kindle is subject to the terms found here.
Included in the Box Kindle wireless e-reader, USB 2.0 cable, Quick Start Guide. Power adapter sold separately.

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Windows Updates 2012-06 https://www.yinfor.com/2012/06/windows_updates_2012-06.html https://www.yinfor.com/2012/06/windows_updates_2012-06.html#respond Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:54:40 +0000 https://www.yinfor.com/?p=981 MS release its monthly update for Windows. There are 10 high priority updates need to be done. Security Update for Windows XP (KB2685939) Download size: 551 KB , less than 1 minute A security issue has been identified that could...

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MS release its monthly update for Windows. There are 10 high priority updates need to be done.
Security Update for Windows XP (KB2685939)
Download size: 551 KB , less than 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool – June 2012 (KB890830)
Download size: 3.8 MB , less than 1 minute
After the download, this tool runs one time to check your computer for infection by specific, prevalent malicious software (including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom) and helps remove any infection that is found. If an infection is found, the tool will display a status report the next time that you start your computer. A new version of the tool will be offered every month. If you want to manually run the tool on your computer, you can download a copy from the Microsoft Download Center, or you can run an online version from microsoft.com. This tool is not a replacement for an antivirus product. To help protect your computer, you should use an antivirus product.
Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2 on Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP x86 (KB2656369)
Download size: 1.2 MB , less than 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an authenticated remote attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.


Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 4 on XP, Server 2003, Vista, Windows 7, Server 2008 x86 (KB2656368)
Download size: 1.8 MB , less than 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an authenticated remote attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 SP1 on Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows Server 2008 x86 (KB2656370)
Download size: 5.5 MB , 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an authenticated remote attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
Security Update for Windows XP (KB2707511)
Typical download size: 691 KB , 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an authenticated local attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
Cumulative Security Update for Internet Explorer 8 for Windows XP (KB2699988)
Download size: 10.2 MB , 2 minutes
Security issues have been identified that could allow an attacker to compromise a system that is running Microsoft Internet Explorer and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 4 on XP, Server 2003, Vista, Windows 7, Server 2008 x86 (KB2686827)
Download size: 4.3 MB , less than 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
Security Update for Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2 on Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP x86 (KB2686828)
Download size: 6.2 MB , 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
Security Update for Windows XP (KB2709162)
Typical download size: 482 KB , less than 1 minute
A security issue has been identified that could allow an authenticated local attacker to compromise your system and gain control over it. You can help protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.

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