How to Block Websites in Windows 7/8 in Chrome and Firefox Easily

Internet is just like a coin, it has both sides one side for Good things and other side is for bad things.These bad things are highly dangerous to Children,As Children are spending most of their time on Internet they are more prone to Bad things, Here are some ways where you can protect your children from potentially bad things on Internet i.e you can block unwanted and harmful sites on your PC and restrict internet.

Step By Step Procedure to Block a Website

Open DNS:

This is a simple way to block adult content and other harmful content on Internet from your children. OpenDNS blocks harmful content automatically on your computer.When any one from your computer try to access the harmful sites.
This is a simple way for NON Techie Parents, You can configure Open DNS in simple four steps.check them below

Step 1: 

Open Network and Sharing Center and click on Active Connections (From Control panel or by clicking on Network icon from taskbar )

Step 2: 

Click on Adapter Settings, Now select your active network connection device. And Right click on active connection and hit on Properties to open the network device properties.
(Here in our case it Local Area connection)

Step 3:

Now select the Internet Protocol version 4 and hit on Properties

Step 4:

• Now change the option from "Obtain DNS server address automatically" to "Use the following DNS server addresses"
• Now enter the following DNS server address "208.67.222.123" and "208.67.230.123"
• Save the settings and reconnect to Internet, Now try to open any harmful website from your browser, to check weather it is blocking or not.

How to Block specific sites on your computer:

Do you want to Block some specific websites on your computer, then you should continue reading this..!!

• Open your "hosts" with notepad which is located Here "c:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\etc\" and don't forget to open this file with Administrator privileges.
• After opening the host file with "Notepad". Goto last line of the file and add the websites to be blocked on your computer in this format

127.0.0.1 yahoo.com 

127.0.0.1 facebook.com 

127.0.0.1 twitter.com  

• After adding these lines, you can replace the website address with the specific website address that you want to block on your computer, and save the file.
• After saving reconnect Internet to take effect in changes, when anyone try to open the blocked website on your computer they will get "Problem loading page" error.

• And better to create a new user account on your computer with "Standard Account" type, so that members on your computer will not get in any way Administrator rights.

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Best Software for a New Windows PC Should Have

Thousands of new Windows 8 PCs are set up in homes and offices each day. Each one should have these 13 programs installed.

You've pulled that shiny new laptop or desktop running Windows 8 out of the box. Now what?

Windows usually comes festooned with what we lovingly call "shovel-ware"—a load of extra software shoveled onto the drives either by the PC manufacturer to help you, or worse, paid-for-placement programs you'll never, ever use. The very first thing you should do is download and runThe PC Decrapifier or SlimComputer Free; they'll remove most of what you don't need.

Then, immediately install some antivirus software. You can see our recommendation in the list, but here's a hint: it rhymes with "Morton" and ends with "Antivirus."

Next install 12 more must-have products. We've covered the gamut in this list, including your new browser, modern communications, high-security tools, performance-enhancingutilities, entertainment necessities, an image editor, a tech-support helper, and of course, a full office suite to get you through the work day. Without a doubt, these are the products a new Windows system requires first and foremost. Even if you've become a fan of fancy Web apps that perform many of the same functions, you should install these right onto your hard (or solid-state) drive.

Some of these apps have Windows 8 equivalents. You'll find them in the Microsoft Store, which is itself an app on the Windows 8 startup screen. You can run some of these programs like Chrome, Evernote, and TeamViewer without entering the Windows 8 desktop, but for full functionality, get the desktop versions. (One item you won't find an equivalent for: Microsoft Office.)

Browser: Google Chromehttps://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/
The joke is that on a new Windows-based PC, the Internet Explorer browser gets used once: to download another browser. IE has been getting better and better, but for now we still recommend you grab Google Chrome. The current build is still our Editors' Choice for its speed and standards support. Chrome offers a Windows 8 mode to fit in with the Metro-style interface.

 

Research: Evernotehttps://evernote.com
If you need to store anything you see on your computer, you want Evernote. Some may argue whether you need the desktop Windows version since there's a Web interface, browser extensions, and mobile apps. But the desktop version gives you ultra-fast access, and the Windows 8-specific option—Evernote Touch (pictured)—is especially handy if you have a touch screen. You can upload 60MB of notes per month for free; an upgrade costs $5 a month.

 

Office: Microsoft Office 365 Home Premiumhttps://office.microsoft.com/en-us/
There are certainly other office suites, some of which you don't even need to install if you have a browser, but none have the power and reach of Microsoft's Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and OneNote. All of the 2013 versions (plus the SkyDrive sync service) are included in your $99 per year subscription to Office 365, and you can install Office apps on up to five devices including Macs and smartphones. Office 365 programs get regular updates over the Internet; you'll never need to install a DVD. Subscriptions for software are becoming the norm and this one is a pretty sweet deal. 

 

Antivirus: Norton Antivirus (2014)http://us.norton.com/antivirus/
No one is foolish enough to run a Windows PC without an antivirus program installed, right? Of course not! Windows, the most-used operating system in the world, is also the most-attacked. Don't be vulnerable; install the most effective antivirus software you can from the get-go. That would be Norton Antivirus according to our tests. Your $50 investment will bring you huge peace of mind. The database of malware it protects against is based on millions of known programs, both bad and good. It's especially adept at blocking phishing sites. 

 

Utility: CCleanerhttp://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/
Sooner rather than later your Windows computer will be laden with all sorts of digital flotsam, from browser cookies and history to temp files, registry entries, and beyond. The best utility to clean that effluvia is Piriform's CCleaner. (The first "C" stands for, you guessed it, "crap.") Run this utility every once in a while and your system will reward you with snappier speed. 

  

Image Editor: Paint.NEThttp://www.getpaint.net/
Everyone knows the power of Photoshop, but at $20 a month, it's not for everyone. The next best thing for quick and dirty image editing that doesn't require specialized tools is the amazing Paint.NET. It looks enough like Photoshop to keep experienced users happy, yet it's small, fast, and most importantly, free. It even supports its own plug-ins. You'll be thrilled by what it can do for images. 

 

Video Player: VLC media playerhttps://www.videolan.org/vlc/index.html
Windows Media Player has been around for more than two decades and it can do a lot, but when it comes to playing video from a file or DVD, the open-source, small, multi-platform VLC Media Player reigns supreme, playing anything and everything. It won't help you build playlists or organize music, but when you want to play back some obscure video file, VLC has got you covered. 

 

Music: Spotifyhttps://www.spotify.com/us/download/windows/
This online streaming music service has a Web interface and plenty of online versions, but the slick desktop version is a free download that makes it that much easier to play just about any song or album you desire. There are also curated "radio" stations with unlimited skips. For a $9.99 monthly subscription fee you can ditch the intrusive audio advertising and take all your music on the go with the mobile app. 

 

Communications: Skypehttp://www.skype.com/en/
Now owned by Microsoft, Skype has become synonymous with video chat since its debut a decade ago. But it's a lot more than that. A Skype account coupled with the desktop software gives you a full voice communication center, letting you call around the world cheaply (pricing varies) and receive calls from any phone. The Windows 8 app edition(pictured) is a little more limited, but still offers great call quality in a simple interface.

  

Security: LastPasshttps://lastpass.com
For almost everything you do online, you need a password. The last thing you need is a weak password compromising your security. Then again—strong, complex passwords are awfully hard to remember. LastPass, a 5-star Editor's Choice utility, manages your passwords for you across all platforms, storing them securely in the cloud so you can access them anywhere.

 

Sync: Google Drive for PChttps://tools.google.com/dlpage/drive
Google Drive has become many things. It's an online office suite, an online storage locker, and also a desktop sync tool. In this case, you want to install it because of that last role: it keeps your files in sync with the online office suite and all other computers you use, even making files easily accessible on your phone. Free space starts at 15GB shared across Drive, Gmail, and Google+ Photos. 

 

Games: Steamhttp://store.steampowered.com/
If you want the best in downloadable PC games, download and install Steam. It's more than just a digital distribution store; it's also a full community of your fellow PC gamers—all of whom have instant access to 2,000 titles, from action to massively multiplayer to sports and more. 

  

Remote Control: TeamViewerhttp://www.teamviewer.com
If there is even the faintest chance you'll need remote PC help—or you'll offer remote PC help to someone else—install TeamViewer. When another user also has it installed, a shared code can give either person the ability to view or control the other's desktop, perfect for tech support or collaboration. It even throws in video chatting so you can get to the heart of what's wrong. A Windows 8 version, TeamViewer Touch, is also available for free install. It works across platforms so you can control Macs, Linux, or even take control from iOS, Android, or Windows Phone 8.

 

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How to download YouTube videos on Android and PC

There’s a reason why YouTube was voted Google’s best app in 2013 – and it’s not all related to funny cat videos! There’s so much great content on YouTube it’s easy to find videos you want to watch again and again. When you come across a particularly fantastic video, you might want to download it so you don’t have to rely on the internet to watch it next time. Here’s how to download a video from YouTube on Android and PC.

We'll show you how to download YouTube videos on your Android and PC. / © AndroidPIT/YouTube

On your PC

I’ve used the following method to download plenty of YouTube videos. It’s simple and it works. Just download a tiny program called ClipGrab. It’s a free YouTube video downloader and converter, and it takes up less than 16 MB of space. It also works for other video hosting sites like Vimeo and DailyMotion.

The two things you'll need: ClipGrab on your PC and a YouTube video to download. / © AndroidPIT/ClipGrab

1. Download the ClipGrab program to your PC.
2. Launch the .exe file, and follow the Setup Wizard instructions.

Once installed, just enter your YouTube search terms in ClipGrab. / © AndroidPIT/ClipGrab

3. Once installed, open the program, and simply type in your YouTube search terms. I’ve used our video on ''how to conserve battery life on your smartphone'' video as an example. Or, if you already have the URL of the video you want, just click the ''Downloads'' tab and enter the URL.

Once you've selected your video, set your download options and click ''Grab this clip!'' / © AndroidPIT/ClipGrab

4. Choose the download options you want, from the format you wish to save the video in, to the quality of the download.
5. Click''Grab this clip''

ClipGrab will first download, then convert your chosen YouTube video. Easy! / © AndroidPIT/ClipGrab

6. Select a download location and name the video. ClipGrab will download and convert the video. That’s it!

On your Android

Like the previous method, this is how I’ve always downloaded YouTube videos on my Android. I use an app called Videoder – a simple, lightweight app that allows you to search and download YouTube videos direct from your smartphone or tablet.
1. Install Videoder.

Videoder's super clean interface is a breeze to navigate. / © AndroidPIT/Videoder

2. Launch the app and hit the “Search” button. You don’t have to have the exact title, I used the same search terms as I did for ClipGrab and got the same results.

There's our same results, and the download options for your YouTube video. / © AndroidPIT/Videoder

3. Tap the video you want to download.
4. Select the format and quality of the video to be downloaded.
5. Videoder will download the selected video with your chosen settings.

Your video now appears in the Downloaded tab, and gives you several options. / © AndroidPIT/Videoder

6. Once downloaded, your video will appear in the “Downloads” tab of Videoder. From here you can open, share or delete your video. Voila!
Note: Videoder will automatically save your video to an emulated folder on your SD card (you don’t have the option to choose a download path). If you don’t want to access downloaded videos from the Videoder app, you can simply search for the downloaded video in any file manager and copy or move the file to whatever location you prefer.

Videoder - Video Downloader INSTALL

These are the two methods I use to download YouTube content to my PC and Android. I hope they have been helpful to you. There are many others that work just as well though. Now you can enjoy funny cat videos without the need for an internet connection. And don't forget Loie's previous article about offline viewing in YouTube. (Simply tap the + icon above a YouTube video and select Watch Later!)

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Top 5 Wireless HotSpot Software for Windows free download

              These days, everyone having two or more internet-connected devices (e.g.,PC, laptop and your phone), but it is not possible to take as much as Connections for all devices. Luckily, you can rectify this injustice by using your laptop as WI-FI hotspot.

By using readily available technology anybody can create a Hotspot and offer access to all wireless enable devices, customers and neighbors within range of their wireless network.
Here we have some popular methods which make your laptop as WI-FI hotspot.

1.Connectify

Connectify hotspot is an easy to use software router for Windows computers that utilizes your PC’s built in Wi-Fi card to wirelessly share any available Internet connection including Local Area Connection or 3G/4G Data cards with friends, co-workers, and mobile devices. You can down load this fromhttp://www.connectify.me/and install in your PC fallow the below mentioned easy steps to make your laptop as WI-FI hotspot.
Set your desired Hotspot name and password; Select which Internet connection you’d like to share.Click Start Hotspot, thats it!


Connectify is one of the easiest methods to use your laptop as a Wi-Fi hotspot. However, since it is not working on some of system, we recommend that you try Virtual Router (http://virtualrouter.codeplex.com).

Download Connectify

2.Virtual Router

Virtual Router unlike Connectify, this one is completly free but only works with Windows 7 or Windows  Server 2008 R2 at the moment (Connectify Pro works with Windows XP and Vista too). Using Virtual Router, users can wirelessly share any internet connection (Wifi, LAN, Cable Modem, Dial-up, Cellular, etc.) with any Wireless device. You can give your wireless network a name of choice and are required to set a securitypassword with a minimum of 8 characters for the network. Please note that Virtual Router is currently in beta and it is mandatory to set a password for the connection.

Download Virtual Router

3. mHotspot 

Turn your windows laptop into wifi hotspot mHotspot is a completely free software which converts your windows 7 laptop into a virtual wifi router and creates a secure wifi hotspot.(no installation required)You can share single internet connection(LAN, Ethernet, Data-Card, 3G/4G, Wif) for multiple devices like laptops, smartphones, android phones, PDAs, Ipads etc.
Play Multiplayer gaming using mHotspot
No router or external hardware is required apart from your existing one.




Customize with themes




Features :

• No Installation required
• Application size is 400KB only
• Fully customizable Hotspot Name
• Share any type of Internet Connection(LAN, Ethernet,3G/4G,Wifi etc)
• Android phones, ipads, PDAs, tablet-pcs and other devices can access
• See the details of the connected device(Name, Ip Address, Mac Address)
• See the network usage(Upload and Download Speed, Transfer Rates)
• Secures your wireless hotspot with WPA2 PSK password security
• Set max. number of devices that can be connected
• Extends your Wifi range(Acts as a repeater)
• In-app internet selection
• Works with Windows 7(Testing in 8)

Download mHotspot Software

4. Bzeek

Bzeek is a free to use desktop client for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 users. The app utilizes your Internet connection in such a way that it transforms your laptop into a Wi-Fi hotspot. You can do this on your desktop computer too, provided you have a supported Wi-Fi card installed. The Wi-Fi hotspot is free to use and it uses your unused bandwidth.
This hotspot is available to all smart-device owners nearby who can connect to the Internet using your unused bandwidth. You can get paid for the bandwidth of yours that is used through the application and to stop the sharing you can exit the app anytime.


 Features

• A user-friendly desktop app.
• Compatible with Windows computers.
• Makes your laptop into a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Enables connection sharing and spreads free Internet.

Check out Bzeek @ http://www.bzeek.com/static/index.html 

Download Bzeek Hotspot Software

5. Zonerider
Zonerider creates the hotspot and it will give the options to user access either free or purchase options.
Once you have setup your Zonerider Hotspot. You can also offer free access to devices belonging to Staff, Friends, Family of non-screen based devices. like servers, printers, cameras and so on. Simply hi-light the user session in the software and click “Add local Free Access) that device will never see the login page as if there is no Hotspot running.
Zonerider Hotspot  is ideal for community broadband, hotels, conference & exhibition centres, hostels, serviced apartments, health clubs, B& B’s, campsites, cafes or in fact any hospitality or public venue.



Features:

• New Windows Software Instantly Turns your Wireless network into a Hotspot
• High revenue share – no monthly charges
• Allow free no-hotspot access to family friends or staff
• Absolute security – Zero technical knowledge required
• Full billing and payment management
• Customise your Hotspot login page
• Set your own price and currency
• Comprehensive back up support

Download Zonerider

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Run torrent in cyberoam

If you are able to connect with tracker, :) , you can easily download any torrent.
This is very simple method to download any torrent, if workable for you, just follow these simple steps:-

STEP 1 :-
Open torrent file in utorrent.
Right click on it and select properties.
Add the following list of tracker in the provided space ,as depicted, separate tiers with an empty line.

STEP 2 :-
On menu bar click OPTIONS-PREFERENCES-BitTorrent.
Choose "Protocol Encryption" "FORCED".

STEP 3 :- 
Right click on torrent .Click on Update Trackers

TRACKERS LIST :- 

udp://tracker.publicbt.com:80/announce

udp://tracker.torrent.to:2710/announce

http://exodus.1337x.org/announce

udp://tracker.ccc.de:80/announce

udp://tracker.istole.it:80/announce

udp://tracker.openbittorrent.com:80/announce

udp://tracker.publicbt.com:80/announce

http://tracker.zokio.net/announce

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