For files transfers and remote file management, I use SecureFX v3.0.4 from Van Dyke. It’s an FTP and SFTP client (SFTP is a secure FTP protocol that protects your credentials when connecting to the server – plan FTP send the credentials unencrypted, which is a security hazard). The SecureFX client application lets you choose between … [Read More »]

I use Xara Webstyle v4 to create most of the headings and graphics on my websites. I’m no graphic designer, so I find it a very useful tool to get me great looking scalable headings, buttons and other essential graphics for my websites. I’ve used Xara WebStyle since about v2 and I love the simplicity … [Read More »]

Mozilla Thunderbird v1.5 has been released. I use Thunderbird for my personal POP email. I currently manage about 15 email addresses through Thunderbird (I have too many webmaster accounts and such !!). Thunderbird makes it all pretty easy to do. New features I like in Thunderbird v1.5 are the much improved message filters management interface … [Read More »]

My preferred browser is Mozilla Firefox, and I recently upgraded to the new v1.5 I’ve had a few stability problems with the new version – but things seem to have settled down now. There are some nifty new features such as better control over tabs, the ability to drag-and-drop tabs around to change the order, … [Read More »]

I recently upgraded to VMware Workstation v5.5.1. I use VMware Workstation extensively for work – particularly for building demo systems and for training. VMware provides virtualisation technology that allows you to run multiple virtual operating systems on your PC. This makes it excellent for testing software, building demo systems, and for repeatable scenarios in training. … [Read More »]