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USBVirusScan – Detect USBDevice + Scan for Virus

http://didierstevens.wordpress.com/2006/10/16/usbvirusscan/

When Bruce Scheiner blogged about USBDumper, I downloaded the program and filed it for some later experimentation.

During our vacation I started programming on a rainy evening, and USBVirusScan was born.

USBVirusScan will launch any program you provide as a command line parameter each time a USB stick is inserted. I use it to start a full virus scan on the inserted USB drive, hence the name.

For example, to start a cmd.exe on each USB drive you insert, you start USBVirusScan like this:

USBVirusScan cmd /k %c:

%c is a placeholder for the drive-letter of the inserted USB drive (yes, that’s %c like C’s printf function, and no, that’s not completely secure, but feel free to adapt it…).

USBVirusScan uses a system tray icon and balloons to announce the insertion of a USB drive. If you want to hide this system tray icon, start USBVirusScan with option -i, like this:
USBVirusScan -i cmd /k %c:

Borland 5.5 Compiler and command-line tools

www.borland.com

The free Borland 5.5 Compiler and command-line tools has, so far, been a great success. At this time of writing,less that a month after we made it available, we have had hundreds of thousands of downloads.

I have also received hundreds of emails asking me how to install and use these tools but there is not really an install, per se. Rather, simply unzip the contents of the package and you are almost ready to go.

First, let’s look at the directory structure. The root, by default is called BCC55. Under this directory you will find:

    * Bin
    * Examples
    * Help
    * Include
    * Lib

Steghide -  hide data in various kinds of image- and audio-files

http://steghide.sourceforge.net/index.php

Steghide is a steganography program that is able to hide data in various kinds of image- and audio-files. The color- respectivly sample-frequencies are not changed thus making the embedding resistant against first-order statistical tests.

Digital Invisible Ink Toolkit – Java steganography hide in image

http://diit.sourceforge.net/

The Digital Invisible Ink Toolkit is a Java steganography tool that can hide any sort of file inside a digital image (regarding that the message will fit, and the image is 24 bit colour). It will work on Windows, Linux and Mac OS because it is written in Java and thus platform independent.

There are four highly customisable algorithms in the tool, as well as an open-source implementation of RS Analysis (an extremely good steganalysis method). The tool has the additional advantage of being able to simulate hiding – so you can get an accurate map of where the information is hidden.

FileEncryptor – Encrypt files and text

http://www.arxsoft.com/

FileEncryptor – encryption of files and text for maximum security
FileEncrypter is a small freeware utility that is capable of
encrypting text messages and files on any media storage with the
officially recognized encryption algorithm – AES (Rijndael). The
key length of the algorithm may vary from 128 to 256 bit to
ensure the maximum protection of encrypted information.

The use of FileEncryptor will help you to keep all important
files safe no matter what happens because AES encryption
algorithm has been proven to be unbreakable.

Burrn audio files onto CD

http://www.burrrn.net/?page_id=6

Burrrn does one thing well, and it does it for free, and that is burn audio files onto CDs. Burrrn knows how to decode ten different compressed audio formats, including Apple’s .aac, Monkey Audio’s .ape, .flac, .mp3, .ogg, and .shn.

Just drag them into Burrrn’s track list, and click the big “Burrrn” button. Burrrn makes some default adjustments to overall track and album levels as it creates temporary wave audio files and burns them to disc, but you can dig into the program’s settings to adjust these gain controls more exactly. If Burrrn turns out to be to your liking, the author would appreciate receiving a postcard.

Real7ime Converter – Realtime convert  to MP3

http://r7cproj.euro.ru/indexe.htm

Real7ime Converter (R7C) is a converter of any RealPlayer(tm) streaming
medias (video and sound) to AVI/WAV/MP3 format. It is a realtime
converter because it does not manage Real Time Streaming Protocol(tm)
(RTSP) directly so the needed time to convert a media will b

Forum in ASP.NET

http://www.foruminasp.net/

Forum with unique frameset interface. Key features: Chat, Private messaging, poll system, thread view / BB view / date view, easy to setup! Using Access DB, other databases soon available!

FreeNAS – Network-Attached Storage

www.freenas.org

FreeNAS is a small (less than 32Mo) Operating System based on FreeBSD 6 that provide Free Network-Attached Storage services (CIFS, FTP and NFS).
What is NAS ?

NAS here mean Network-Attached Storage (it's not the same than a Network Access Server).

Network-attached storage (NAS) systems are generally computing-storage devices that can be accessed over a computer network, rather than directly being connected to the computer (via a computer bus). This enables multiple system to share the same storage space at once, and often minimizes overhead by centrally managing hard disks. NAS systems usually contain one or more hard disks, often arranged into logical, redundant storage containers or RAID arrays.

Because NAS devices enabled utilised logical file system storage in local area network, the performance of NAS devices heavily dependent on NAS devices cache memory and network interface overhead.

The protocol used with NAS is a file based protocol such as Network File System (NFS) or Microsoft's Common Internet File System (CIFS).

NAS was developed to address problems with direct attached storage, which included the effort required to administer and maintain "server farms", and the lack of scalability, reliability, availability, and performance. They can deliver significant ease of use, provide heterogeneous data sharing and enable organizations to automate and simplify their data management.
Features currently supported by FreeNAS

FreeNAS support in the current release:

    * Filesystem: UFS, FAT32, EXT2/EXT3, NTFS (limited read-only)
    * Protocol: CIFS (samba) , FTP, NFS, SSH, RSYNC and AFP
    * Hard drive: ATA/SATA, SCSI, USB and Firewire
    * GPT/EFI partitionning for hard drive bigger than 2TB
    * Networks cards: All supported by FreeBSD 6 (including wireless card!)
    * Boot from USB key
    * Hardware RAID cards: All supported by FreeBSD 6
    * Software RAID 0, 1 and 5
    * Management of the groups and the users (Local User authentication and Microsoft Domain)

Personal Backup (VMware) Appliance – HD-Clone + NAS

http://pba-vm.sourceforge.net/

The Personal Backup Appliance is a VMware virtual appliance that provides -TWO- crucial backup functions: (1) Hard Disk Backup, Clone & Restore (2) Simple NAS services. Supports: Windows(NTFS, FAT), Linux(ext3,ext2,reiserfs), FreeBSD, Solaris, LVM, etc.

Masked DNS  – combines basic and advanced DNS server

http://www.maskeddns.com/

 Masked DNS is a software product which combines basic and advanced DNS functions. Masked DNS is implemented using the latest version of Microsoft .NET technology. This product is oriented for system administrators and software developers who use .NET platform and have a need to control and manage DNS. Masked DNS product is continually being developed in close contact with system administrators from all over the world. The version 1.0 beta is aimed at evaluating all advantages and disadvantages of this product. As we are continually developing the product, we would welcome any feedback you have on the product or requests to include other features that may not be present now. Masked DNS package includes Masked DNS Server and Masked DNS Manager. Masked DNS server is a windows service. Masked DNS Manager is implemented as GUI application. Masked DNS Server provides continuous domain name system functioning and Masked DNS Manager is a simple but sophisticated application that is intended to monitor, manage, configure and administrate either local and/or remote Masked DNS Servers simultaneously. The distinctive features of the Masked DNS product are: Masked DNS was implemented using the latest version of Microsoft .NET technology; Easy to use administrative .NET interface for managing Masked DNS Server via NET applications; Masked DNS functionality could be extended by using custom .NET plug-ins (not available in v 1.0 beta); Supports data types: A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, NS, PTR, RT, SOA, SRV, and TXT; Supports masks for all data types (except SOA). Regular Expressions might be used in the Name field of DNS resource record; Access lists; High-end server protection provides hackers attacks and counterfeit data invulnerability; Flexible system or rules intended for automatic adding to block list; etc.

SilverWolfs Cooking Converter

http://www.swmirror.org/drupal/?q=node/22

SilverWolf’s Cooking Converter is a simple application that is useful for converting measurements you might need for a recipe – teaspoons into tablespoons, etc. You can convert any of the following in any combination: Teaspoons; Tablespoons; Cups; Pints; Quarts; Gallons; Liters; Milliliters.

DownUtube – download youtube

http://sourceforge.net/projects/downutube/

DownUtube downloads and manages clips from YouTube, Google Video, Apple Trailers and IMDB. It is capable of searching the various websites for videos, showing clips’ pictures, getting all available RSS feeds, sending your clips and their links to friends ang logging downloads.

Chase IP -  monitor network and show graphical remote origins

http://www.tamarsolutions.co.uk/

Chase IP is a free program which monitors your network and shows country location of remote computers. Chase IP has a packet sniffer and some simple network information such as Gateway IP and your dhcp server address. Chase also shows remote ports of packets received. Even MAC addresse´s too. This is a very informative network monitor.

NetScanG is an easy, free and powerful network monitor for Windows

http://ghsoftware.dk/

NetScanG is an easy, free and powerful network monitor for Windows© based networks, with device tracking and port scanning capabilities. Unlike most other monitoring programs that mostly focus on server monitoring, NetScanG monitors all computers in the domain continuously. Because of this, NetScanG is capable of providing a real-time overview of the entire domain.

Features:

    * Email: A built-in Email engine can issue warnings when a device in an Ping Range isn´t responding or when a user exceeds the number of allowed simultaneous logins.
    * No client software installation: NetScanG run from a single server, and does not require software to be installed on monitered clients
    * Low disk usage: NetScanG uses its own extremely space efficient database engine, and requires almost no space for logs
    * XML based news/update detection system: The GH Software Online module provides news and update information from GH Software
    * Stable: The scanning kernel in NetScanG is split into two units; the scanning engine and a control (watchdog) unit, which ensures that NetScanG always operates.
    * Runs "out-of-the-box": Once the service part of NetScanG is installed and started, NetScanG runs – no other settings needs to be set up

HeidiSQL – MySQL database manager sync table between dbs

http://www.snapfiles.com/publishers/Ansgar%20-Becker/index.html

HeidiSQL is a graphical interface for easy management of your MySQL server and databases. It allows you to browse your databases, manage tables, view and edit records, manage user-privileges and more. Furthermore, you can import data from text files, run SQL queries, synchronize tables between two databases and export selected tables to other databases or SQL scripts. HeidiSQL offers an easy-to-use interface with syntax highlighting for SQL queries and tabs to switch between database views. Other features include editing of BLOBs and MEMOs, support for large SQL scripts, user process management and more. Open Source.

Pros: Full MySQL management without command-line; import and export features; user management; syntax highlighting

ZSoft Uninstaller – software uninstaller

http://www.snapfiles.com/publishers//index.html

ZSoft Uninstaller enables you to keep track of any changes that are made during installation of new software, and later reverse those changes and completely uninstall the newly added program. The program requires you to create a Before/After system snapshot during which it records any files and registry keys that were added or changed during the install. Any program that has been analyzed with a system snapshot can later be removed by reversing all the recorded changes, optionally using a step-by-step process that allows you to confirm every file deletion. ZSoft Uninstaller also provides access to your standard Uninstall list, and allows you to hide or filter entries from the list, thereby shortening it and making it easier to manage. (Ironically, ZSoft Uninstaller does not completely remove itself if you uninstall it, but leaves behind some files and an empty Program menu entry.)

Hello, My Name Is USB Drive

http://www.dailycupoftech.com/have-your-lost-usb-drive-ask-for-help/

The very first thing that I thought of was to put a luggage tag on my drive. This seemed like a pretty good idea on the surface since pretty much every single USB drive comes with a lanyard and/or keychain attached to it. Why not put on a luggage tag in it’s place?

Unfortunately, the luggage tag was too bulks and took away from the convenience of the drive. I then put label with my name and address on the drive but there was so little space on it that it was hard to get my entire message on the drive. There had to be a better way.

bbPress is plain and simple forum software by Wordpress

http://bbpress.org/about/features/

bbPress is plain and simple forum software, plain and simple. It’s easy to use, easy to administrate, fast and clean. But don’t let its simplicity deceive you; underneath the gleam, it’s got some powerful features and is highly customizable.

    *
      Fast and light

      We keep our code lean so that you get the best experience possible.
    *
      Simple interface

      One of our biggest goals is to keep things simple and make things intuitive. Our dream is that you forget you’re even using the software.
    *
      Customizable templates

      Not everybody likes the same pair of pants, so we allow you to dress up your forums however you like.
    *
      Highly extensible

      bbPress can’t toast your bagels, but a plugin for it sure could!
    *
      Spam protection

      A built in Akismet client offers you an amazing weapon against spam.
    *
      RSS Feeds

      You want feeds? We get ‘em; they’re everywhere.
    *
      Easy integration with your blog

      WordPress and bbPress are siblings, and they get along together a lot better than you and your brother did when you were kids!

PrinterAnywhere – print to anyone over internet

Want to print a document directly on a buddy’s printer, anywhere in the world? If you’re both online, you can do it with PrinterAnywhere. The free utility installs on both PCs, and you can choose the PrinterAnywhere printer from any application. An encrypted version of the file shoots through the Internet and prints on your buddy’s printer. Turn the idea around and you can share your printer with anyone. It’s ideal for sending confidential documents (as noted, the file is encrypted when sent); and unlike e-mail, it can’t be forwarded.

AspNetUserPass – displays the password of ASPNet user on your system.

http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/anup.html

AspNetUserPass is a very simple console-based utility that displays the password of ASPNet user on your system. In order to use, simply run the executable (anup.exe) in console (command prompt) window. If the password of ASPNET user is stored on your system, it´ll be dispalyed.

USBDeview – lists all USB devices that are currently connected

http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usb_devices_view.html

USBDeview is a small utility that lists all USB devices that are currently connected to your computer, as well as all USB devices that you previously used.

For each USB device, extended information is displayed: Device name/description, device type, serial number (for mass storage devices), the date/time that device was added, VendorID, ProductID, and more…

USBDeview also allows you to uninstall USB devices that you previously used, and disconnect USB devices that are currently connected to your computer.
You can also use USBDeview on a remote computer, as long as you login to that computer with admin user.

EasyVMX! is the simple and failsafe way to create complete virtual machines for VMware Player on the web

http://www.easyvmx.com/

Install any Windows, Linux, BSD or Solaris, and test live-CDs in a safe environment.

Use the tools provided by this site to create fully functional downloadable virtual machines.
All you need to do is fill in four required fields.

Choose from the menu to the right, or continue to the tutorial.

VMXWizard beta – creating Virtual Machines

http://rhysgoodwin.orcon.net.nz/vmxwizard/

VMXWizard beta is in its early beta stage and supports a very basic set of options. I mainly just wanted to get something out there to see what people think.

Please give it a go and let me know your thoughts and suggestions.

Contact me here:

VMXWizard beta is free to do what you want with.