How to get abandoned freeware software

Have used a software long back and want to use that again? But that software may not be available anymore or maybe there is no development being done or the latest OS may have compatibility issues and may not be in use right now. There are chances that as these softwares are not being used anymore it may not even be available for download.Here are few softwares that may be of good use for some of them who are looking for the old freeware software. Freeware Orphans is one website where they keep these abandoned freeware software or programs available for download at no extra cost. The softwares maintained here are good enough and the file size is small. There are very limited number of softwares here and you may not find all of the softwares that you are looking for. Give it a try.There are many other software websites like download.com, softpedia.com where you may find most of the softwares in all their versions. Leave a comment if you know any other website where you can find these useful abandoned freeware software.

How to create shared photo album on Facebook

How To Tips · InternetTags: Facebook · Photo Sharing · Social · Social MediaI had been to Kashmir Great Lakes trek last week and was a wonderful experience with no internet or phone for almost 8 days. Had too many photos to share will our trekking group. There are multiple ways to share photos, but most of my friends were on Facebook and they wanted me to share photos on Facebook.If you are like me and want all your friends to create a shared photo album and add all photos in one place then there is an option in Facebook using which you can share photos and your friends too can share photos by uploading photos to the same album. All that you need to do is create an album under Photos in Facebook, upload photos. Open the album that you just created and to the top right corner as shown below, click on ‘Make Shared Album’ and save it after selecting the contributors.

How to manage with existing Camera memory card

How To Tips · PhotographyTags: Memory · Memory Card · SD Card

Say you have gone trekking in Himalayas and your camera has a memory card with limited memory left in it. Most of us stop shooting images and instead save that for some beautiful and important photos. By doing so you might capture some of the important shots but might miss out on many other important shots. Here are few tips on how you can manage and take more shots with the existing space of your camera memory card without missing any beautiful scenery.

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How to embed Facebook photo to your blog

How To Tips · InternetTags: Facebook · Photo Sharing · Social · Social Media

Have a website or a blog and want to embed Facebook photos? I have seen people uploading photos on Facebook as well as on websites. It’s always better not to have too many images in your blog or website as having multiple photos can consume more space and will increase your webpage load time. Instead combine the images into one.

Also Check: How to optimize image for faster Webpages.

What if your friend has uploaded a photo and you want to embed that photo in your website. Just request your friend for the code to embed and then use this code in your website. Here is how you do it:

Login to Facebook, navigate to photos.Open that photo that you want to embed in a new tab and this will open the photo in old Facebook photo style instead of the new default Photo viewer.To the bottom right corner, just below the photo you will have an option to ‘Embed Post’. Click on it to get the code for that particular photo that you want to embed in your website or blog.Copy this code and paste it in your blog. Click on save and once published, your Facebook photo will appear on your blog. People can like your photo, share, comment on this photo which will appear on your Facebook photo.

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How to know your website traffic rank

How To Tips · Internet · SEOTags: Page Rank · Tracking · Traffic · Website

All of us want our blog or website to be the best and we always look for quality and high traffic. There are many softwares to track both online and offline, but these softwares don’t give an update too frequently. They usually take their own time, sometimes more than a week to update.

The below image shows stats from Alexa traffic rank showing how my website is performing worldwide and in the country where I’m located – here it’s India. Rank one being the best and worst being the highest number.

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How to share Facebook photos with your friends

How To Tips · InternetTags: Facebook · Photo Sharing · Social

I had been to trekking recently and it was good that many had their own cameras. But when it had come to photo sharing, people were uploading it on their Facebook account. Note that once a photo is uploaded to Facebook, the image quality goes down (as of today) and the photos that you have uploaded on Facebook may not look that good when compared to photos uploaded on Google Plus or Flicker. When you download Facebook photos, the image quality will be poor and the file size will be less – which means loss of image information which cannot be retrieved.

Also check: How to enable photo download on Google Plus 

Forget about the quality for now, I have seen people sharing URL of their photo album. Note that this URL will allow only you to view the photos that you have uploaded. You can check this yourself by copy-pasting this URL in incognito window of your browser. So, when you share this URL with your friends they will not be able to see any of the photos that you wanted to share with them.

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How to check website traffic stats within WordPress

Apps · How To Tips · InternetTags: Plugin · Traffic · Website · WordpressGoogle Analytics gives an excellent stats on multiple things like traffic, source, bounce rate, etc. There are just too many things under Google Analytics to monitor your website performance. But what if you want to check website traffic stats within WordPress in the dashboard or admin panel as shown below.

How to add Sitemap to your WordPress website footer

How To Tips · Internet · SEOTags: Sitemap · Website · WordpressSitemap to a website will help search engine crawl spiders to identify any of the missed URLs/pages. Usually most of the links once published are indexed, but there are chances that search engines like Google might also miss some of the pages of your website as it might not have been discovered by the crawl spiders. To avoid this from happening, you can help Google by having a sitemap of your website. It’s recommended to have a Sitemap link on your landing or home page of your website or WordPress website as the crawl spiders can easily identify all the pages in your site.

How to work with Underexposed Photos

How To Tips · Photography · TutorialTags: Lightroom · Photo Editing · Photography · PhotoshopI remember the first time I used manual mode in DSLR  camera, many were captured as underexposed photos (low light/ dark image) or overexposed (more light/ white image). But luckily I had captured these images in RAW (.NEF in Nikon) format and not JPEG.Note that there is difference in capturing images in RAW and JPEG formats. It worth capturing images in RAW format even though it takes more memory. The reason is images captured in RAW format can me edited (post processing) using photo editing tools like Lightroom or Photoshop, the way you want to and this is not the case with JPEG images. RAW files will contain all the information and JPEG files are compressed formats of the same image. When the image is compressed there is loss of information or data and there is no way to recover the lost data in the image by these image editors. If you have captured an image which is in RAW format and is underexposed then you can easily edit it using Photoshop and you can recover the photo by retrieving the hidden information in the photo. Follow the following steps to recover an under exposed photos:

How to Crochet a Cat Hat

Edited by Hellokitty, Sondra C, Jack Herrick, Flickety and 18 othersPin ItArticle EditDiscussWith these instructions, you can crochet a charming hat for your kitty. Edit Steps1Chain 4; Slip stitch in first chain made. This will make a ring to crochet into.

2Single crochet 7 into the ring, use a slip stitch to join, single crochet into first single crochet made: 7 single crochets.

3Chain 2, work first half double crochet in same stitch as the chain 2; work 2 half double crochets in each stitch around in circle; slip stitch in first half double crochet made: 14 half double crochets.

4Chain 3, double crochet in same stitch as the chain 3, double crochet 2 in each stitch around, slip stitch in first double crochet made: 28 double crochets.

5Chain 1, single crochet 8 in circle, chain 13, skip 4 stitches, re-attach using slip stitch. (This will create the first ear hole.) Single crochet 10 more stitches in circle, chain 13, skip 4 stitches, re-attach using slip stitch, single crochet 3, slip stitch in first single crochet made. By now your hat should start to curve a little bit, which is what you want.

6Chain 1, single crochet 7 in circle. Note: You will be working into the 'ear hole' now, so you will be working in the space under it, but it's basically like working a normal stitch. Single crochet 16 in the 'hole', single crochet in each stitch until you hit the next ear hole, single crochet 16 in hole, single crochet 3, slip stitch in first single crochet made; cut yarn and tie off. Weave in yarn ends with yarn needle.

Alternate explanation:
Chain 1, single crochet in next 7 stitches.
Single crochet 16 around chain of 13.
Single crochet in each stitch up to next chain.
Single crochet 16 around chain of 13.
Single crochet in next 3 stitches, slip stitch in 1st single crochet made.


7Done! Now your little ball of fur is ready to get cozy in the cold times!


In Other Words1ch 4, slip stitch to first ch to form a ring.2ch 1, 7sc in ring, join with sl st to first sc. (7sc)3ch 2 ( this will be the first hdc) hdc in same st, 2 hdc in each st around, join with sl st in top of ch 2. (14 hdc)4ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in ea st around, Sl st in top of ch 3. (28 dc)5ch1, sc in same st and in next 7 dc, ch 13, skip 4 dc, sl st in next dc, sc in next 10 dc, ch 13, sk 4, sl st in next dc, sc in next 3 dc, sl st in first sc.6ch1, sc in same st and next 6 sts, 16 sc in ch 13 loop, sc in ea st around till next loop, 16 sc in ch 13 loop, sc in last 3 sts. Sl st in first sc. Fo weave in ends
Edit TipsYou can make a chin strap. Cut a 6 inch piece of yarn, and tie it onto the middle of the ear hole, try the hat onto your kitty to determine how long the chin strap should be, hold the spot and cut off the extra yarn, but leave an inch so you have room to tie it loosely.
Edit Things You'll NeedSize H 5.00 mm crochet hookYarnYarn needle
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How to Make Strawberry Quick Bread Coffeecake

Edited by IsabelleZita, Teresa, Flickety, June and 1 otherPin ItArticle EditDiscussThis quick bread coffeecake recipe is a delight to all, with a buttery taste, golden color, and sweet strawberry jam. It is surprisingly simple, and even an amateur baker can bake it.
Yields one 9" x 9", or 23cm x 23cm cake
Edit Ingredients2 cups all purpose/plain flour1 cup sugar3 tsp baking powder1/3 cup softened butter1 egg1 cup milkStrawberry jam (enough to make 3-4 rows on the batter)Whipped cream (optional)Fresh strawberries (optional)
Edit Steps
Preparation1Preheat oven to 350ºF/180ºC.


Making the Batter1Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2Add in the butter, egg, and milk.

3Beat hard for two minutes. As this mixture will be quite thick, it's preferable to use an electric mixer.

4Grease a 9x9"/23x23cm pan with baking spray, softened butter, or coconut oil. Pour in the batter.

5Spoon 3-4 rows of strawberry jam onto the batter. Using a table knife, make lines perpendicular to the lines of jam.


Baking and Serving the Cake1Bake for 45 minutes, and a bit longer if needed.

2Serve with whipped cream and fresh berries (optional).


Edit TipsIf you'd rather not have it be a strawberry coffeecake, then you can use a different fruit jam (or even canned fruit) as a substitute.
Edit Things You'll NeedSifterElectric mixer (or bowl and whisk)9x9" baking panSpoonTable knife
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How to Turn a Broken Ladder Into Shelves

Edited by Barara Carmical, ImTheTrueMermaid, Teresa, Gerard Plamenco and 2 othersPin ItArticle EditDiscussDon’t lose seven years to bad luck if your ladder collapses above you. Be the lucky (and thrifty) one instead and repurpose it into smart shelving for your den, family or living room. It's easy to do and it's functionally stylish. Edit Steps
Integrating The Ladder Into Your Existing Décor1Determine if the ladder itself gels with your home/room. Evaluate first whether the ladder will suit your current design style. For instance, what the ladder is made of will impact whether it suits your décor. Wooden ladders might look great in one room, while a steel one might be better in another.

Bring the ladder inside and see how the material looks inside your existing décor.2Evaluate the ladder’s condition. While you can certainly repurpose a broken ladder into shelving, you don’t want to use a ladder that is so damaged that it lacks functionality. Since the steps will be used as the shelves, there need to be at least a few of them in place or you'll need to be able to mend missing ones with ease. Do any repairs needed first.

3Identify an area to accommodate the ladder shelf. The ladder needs to fit; for example, a small nook space won't work if you're trying to create shelves from a 15 foot ladder. Keep in mind that one half of the ladder will need to lean against the wall, meaning that you need to allow adequate space for it to protrude into the room.

Take measurements of both the ladder sides and the area to ensure a comfortable fit.4Consider what you'll put on the ladder’s shelves. This will help you to decide its best placement. It might be figurines, books, a collection of some sort, quilts, whatever.

Check that the desired shelf items can fit easily and safely on each step. Test out items you aren’t completely sure about before using them. You can also make use of poster tack to hold light things in place if needed.Do you perhaps have a theme? For example, you might like to display your snow globe collection or your favorite set of leather bound books.
Preparing the Ladder1Remove the hinges that hold the ladder together. Some ladders can be unhooked without a tool, whereas others might require the use of a screwdriver (an electric one is probably easiest). For the purposes of this project, you'll only be using one side of the ladder but nothing prevents you from turning both sides into wall-leaning shelves; simply do the same things to both sides.

2Sand, clean and repair the ladder as required. If it's a wooden ladder, it needs to be sanded to remove splinters and rough patches. Wood or super glue can be used to mend minor damage or dents.

Use a mild dish detergent and water to clean ladder.3Do any needed repairs to ensure the ongoing integrity of the ladder. As noted earlier, if the rungs are damaged, you'll need to decide which need fixing and/or replacing and which can be left alone.


Making Shelf Platforms
For many ladders, it's likely that the ladder steps or rungs won't be wide enough to accommodate the items you wish to store on them. However, this won't always be the case, and if you think your ladder steps or rungs are already wide enough for the intended purpose, you can skip this section.
1Take measurements of the length of the steps of the ladder. Do both length and a desired shelf width. These measurements will be used to make a shelf platform which you will mount on the steps.

2Cut a piece of plywood to the measurements taken.

3Shape the platform from the plywood piece. Cut out any sections needed to help the shelf platform slide onto the rung with ease. As you can see here, special cuts were required at the back of the shelf platform.

4Nail each shelf platform for every step or rung of the ladder. You may wish to nail at an angle that will counteract the lean the ladder shelf will have when placed against the wall. You'll want the books, objects, etc., to stay in place and not slide off.


Displaying the Ladder Shelves1Prepare ladder shelves for display. This means staining or painting the ladder if necessary. It might also need final adjustments or a last sanding.

If you're using a wooden ladder and you're going for a natural look, consider at least adding a clear coat of gloss to protect the wood.

2Affix the ladder to the wall. There are a few ways you can approach this:

If you do not have small children or overly curious pets at home, you could simply add chair leg pads to the backs of the ladder and lean the ladder piece against the wall.However, for a more permanent solution, consider purchasing brackets and screws to secure the ladder to the wall.3Add display items to the ladder. Arrange the items so they fit easily on each step––don't forget about adding something special to the top.

4Finished.


Edit TipsIf you live in an area prone to earthquakes, it is highly recommended that this item is attached firmly to the wall. You may wish to use poster tack to keep objects firmly in place during a shake.Reconsider this project if you have small children or overly curious pets. Although the ladder should be secured to the wall, it still sits in a precarious manner, which could have disastrous results if disturbed.
Edit Things You'll NeedOld ladder/broken ladderHammerSanding paperPlywoodCutting devicesNails or wood gluePaintDecorative embellishments (optional)Wall fixturesSawArticle Info Featured Article
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How to Clean Your iPad

Edited by Ipadcleaningcloth, Peter, Monica, Teresa and 14 othersPin ItArticle EditDiscussYou put your hands and fingers all over your iPad, but that's what it's designed for, right? Removing smudges and grime is a regular part of iPad upkeep. This article will describe the proper and safe way to clean your iPad's touch screen. All you need is a high quality microfiber cleaning cloth or a lens wipe and you'll be good to go. Read on for more instructions. Edit Steps
Cleaning Your iPad1Make sure your iPad is completely unplugged and press the "Sleep" button on the top of your iPad or turn your iPad off completely. Remove any additional external cords and/or electronics that may still be connected to the iPad.

2If you have it, remove your iPad Cleaning Cloth from its case. The Cleaning Cloth is the black microfiber cloth that came with the iPad packaging. Briskly shake the cloth in the air to remove any loose particles from the microfiber.

3Check your iPad's screen for any debris or large particles. You don't want to accidentally turn the debris into an abrasive by rubbing it over the screen.

4If necessary, use compressed air to blow off any debris to avoid scratching your iPad's screen.

Note: if your compressed air produces patches of frozen air, be careful to avoid getting any moisture into one of the iPad's openings, in particular, as well as on the screen itself.5Place your iPad Cleaning Cloth on your iPad's screen. If you don't have the Cleaning Cloth that came with the iPad, you can also use:

Any microfiber clothAny lens cloth you might use on your glassesAny soft, lint-free cloth
Do not use: cloths, towels, paper towels, or any similar items on your iPad. These damage the screen of the iPad.[1]6Gently rub the iPad Cleaning Cloth in a circular motion until the screen is clean.

7Inspect for any remaining patches of oil or grime. You will see that with just a few circular strokes, your iPad will be shining like new!

8Repeat after every use or as needed. This will help to keep your iPad clean and clear of fingerprints and smudges.

9Avoid using the following items to clean an iPad. iPads have an oleophobic coating on the screen, which are sensitive and only require a fine cloth to clean. The following[2] items will damage the oleophobic coating if used to clean the iPad:

Window or household cleanersAerosol spraysSolventsAlcoholAmmoniaAbrasives
Tips for Keeping Your iPad Clean1Consider buying an effective case and cover. The market is flooded with iPad cases; they're everywhere you look, making the decision of which one to buy even harder. Here are some general tips you can use when searching for an iPad case:

Get something form-fitting that doesn't impede use of the device. You want something that will act as a kind of second skin to the iPad, but a skin that doesn't make using the iPad hard or cumbersome.Unless the products fit extremely well, stay away from leather cases. Leather cases are pretty and make the iPad something to behold, but they aren't form-fitting, letting loose dust and grit get between the case or cover and the iPad itself.2Clean your iPad regularly. You don't have to clean your iPad after each and every use, but if you use it frequently, giving it a quick minute of your undivided cleaning attention will ensure that the iPad lasts well into its glory years, smudge- and grime-free.

3Never spray any liquids directly onto the iPad. Moisture + iPad opening = disaster. As a general rule, try not to use liquids when you clean the iPad to preserve its oleophobic coating.

If you feel like you must use a liquid to clean the iPad, go for something like the iKlenz Cleaner Solution.[3] This kind of solution repels dust and kills bacteria as well. If used properly, this cleaning liquid should also give a streak-free shine.4Finished.


Edit TipsMake sure your iPad is turned off or asleep to avoid accidentally opening apps or moving things around.Be sure to wash your iPad Cleaning Cloth as needed or after heavy use.Keep an iPad Cleaning Cloth with your iPad at all times to wipe the screen after each use to avoid build-up of fingerprints and debris.Use a glasses cleaning cloth and scrub HARD antinuclear to the back also.
Edit WarningsDo NOT get your iPad wet.Do NOT use rubbing alcohol, ammonia based window cleaners or any other cleaning spray or chemicals on your iPad's screen, it will remove the special coating and reduce the responsiveness of the device.
Edit Things You'll NeedCan of Compressed Air (only needed for loose debris)Microfiber cloth
Edit Related wikiHowsHow to Jailbreak an iPhone, iPod, or iPad on Firmwares 3.1.2 to 4.0.1How to Create Folders for Apps on Your iPad's Home Screen

Edit Sources and Citations↑ http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3226↑ http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3226#ipads↑ http://www.thetechnomag.com/2012/11/ipad-cleaning-tips-keep-your-ipad-scratch-free/Article Info Featured Article
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How to Make Pina Colada Jello Shots

Edited by Maluniu, June, Rock20000, MikePin ItArticle EditDiscussThis popular creamy, tropical drink can be found in just about any bar or restaurant. For your next party at home, enjoy it in Jello shots with your friends. Edit Ingredients1 cup (240 ml) coconut rum1 cup (240 ml) pineapple juice, hot but not boiling1 package powdered Jello or gelatin (lemon, pina colada, or pineapple)
Edit Steps1Combine the pineapple juice and gelatin powder in a large mixing bowl. Carefully stir to dissolve the powder completely.

2Measure and stir the rum into the bowl.

3Make the shot cups. Ladle the mixture evenly in disposable paper cups or non-glass shot glasses.

4Chill the mixture. Place the cups on a baking sheet and add them to the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the Jello to harden.

5Enjoy the shots with pineapple slices.


Edit Things You'll NeedLarge mixing bowlWooden spoonDisposable paper cups or non-glass shot glasses
Edit Related wikiHowsHow to Make Lemon Drop Jello ShotsHow to Make Apple Jello ShotsHow to Make Jello Shot CupcakesHow to Make Zombie Brains Jello Shots
Edit Sources and CitationsAdapted from Drinksmixer, Pina Colada Jello Shots, http://www.drinksmixer.com/drink12295.htmlArticle Info Featured Article
Categories: Featured Articles | Jello and Jelly Shots
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