Tinkernut Labs

  • How To Slipstream Windows Installations

    June 12, 2009 // davisde // DIY Projects, Software Tips Tags: cd, format, install, tips, tricks, tutorial, virus, vista, windows, xp 8 Responses

    ***THIS TUTORIAL IS NOT FOR BEGINNERS*** Learn how to make a Windows installation that automatically enters your CD-Key, enters your information and automatically installs updates, drivers and your favorite programs.

  • Howcast & Tinkernut: How To Dust For Fingerprints

    June 11, 2009 // davisde // DIY Projects, Hacks, Multimedia Tips, Video Tags: diy, forensics, Howcast & Tinkernut, projects, science, tips, tricks, tutorial 1 Response


    How To Dust For Fingerprints on Howcast

    This is a tutorial I made for Howcast.com. It shows how to dust for fingerprints using household items.

  • Cool Wiimote Tricks Using A PC

    June 5, 2009 // davisde // Gaming, Hacks, Video Tags: computer, hack, mouse, pc, reality, remote, screen, tips, touch, touchscreen, tricks, tutorial, virtual, wii 7 Responses

    This video shows you how to connect a Wii remote to a PC and some different tips and tricks you can do with it. For all links and websites used in the video, please visit the URL below:

  • How To Play Console Games On Your PC

    May 29, 2009 // davisde // Gaming, Hacks, Video Tags: emulator, Gaming, hack, mario, nintendo, pc, tips, tricks, tutorial, wii, xbox 15 Responses

    This video shows you methods for emulating some of the major console games on your PC, such as Atari, NES, PS2, Xbox, N64 and Wii. For questions, comments and all of the links used in this video, please visit the forum link below.

  • Free WebApp Alternatives to Expensive Software

    May 23, 2009 // davisde // Cool Websites, Video Tags: adobe, alternative, apps, browser, documents, free, microsoft, office, photoshop, software, tips, tricks, tutorial, upload, web 3 Responses

    This video shows some free web based alternatives to common, expensive, software such as Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Camtasia, Illustrator, Acrobat, etc. These web based applications do not require you to pay anything or download anything. You can upload, edit, and save documents from directly within your browser.

     

    Microsoft Office – Google Docs

    Microsoft PowerPoint – Preezo

    Adobe Photoshop – Splashup

    Adobe Illustrator – Aviary

    Adobe Flash – Ajax Animator

    Instant Messenger Clients – Meebo

    Camtasia – ScreenToaster

    Windows Movie Maker – Jaycut

    Quicken – Mint

    Fax Software – FaxZero

    Adobe Acrobat – PDF Escape

     

    Special thanks to the suggestions by MikeTheDJ4 found here and here.

  • Internet Music Overload

    May 15, 2009 // davisde // Cool Websites, Multimedia Tips Tags: download, find, free, internet, mp3, music, new, organize, search, streaming, tips, tricks, tutorial, upload 2 Responses

    The web is an almost unlimited resource for finding and listening to new music. This video details some of the best free music websites and what they can offer.  For the links used in the video and questions about the video, please visit the forum link:

    http://www.tinkernut.com/forum/video-tutorial-help/internet-music-overload-1

  • Control Your Computer With Twitter

    May 8, 2009 // davisde // DIY Projects, Video Tags: cell, computer, control, phone, remote, tips, tricks, tutorial, twitter 1 Response

    This video introduces TweetMyPc, which allows you to shutdown,logoff, or reboot your computer remotely using Twitter.

  • Cool YouTube Tips & Tricks

    May 1, 2009 // davisde // Cool Websites, Video Tags: cool, definition, download, hd, high, mp3, tips, tricks, tutorial, videos, youtube 8 Responses

    This video covers some tips and tricks involving YouTube that help enhance user experience. For a list of all of the links used in this video, and to ask questions regarding this video, please visit the link below:

    Do you make your own video tutorials? Get publicity for them by posting them in my forum and I will try to feature it in one of my videos. Post a link to your profile page here:
    http://www.tinkernut.com/forum/link-to-your-video-tutorial-profile-page

  • Free Face Recognition

    April 17, 2009 // davisde // Hacks, Safety & Security, Software Tips Tags: computer, software, tips, tricks, tutorial, unlock, webcam 9 Responses

    ***UPDATE*** New free software is now available and is much more stable than the mentioned version. You can find it here:

    http://www.luxand.com/blink/

    This video shows how to use facial recognition software to lock/unlock your computer using your computers webcam and your face. While the current version of the software is 20 USD, you can download a previous freeware version from here.

    Download version 1.2.1 (Please read NOTE)

    NOTE: Since this is an older version of the program, the company no longer offers any support for it. Do not use this version unless you are willing to assume the risks. If you have any doubts about this version, please don’t use it and simply purchase the most current version from KeyLemon.com. Just becaue it works on my computer doesn’t mean it will work on everyone’s computer.

  • How To Make & Read Barcodes

    April 10, 2009 // davisde // DIY Projects, Video Tags: generate, music, organize, tinkernut, tips, tricks, tutorial, videos 7 Responses

    This video will not only show you how to generate custom barcodes, but it will also show you how to log and keep track of your stuff by scanning the barcodes into your computer with your webcam.

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