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    Driver Magician Available Free Today Only (3/26)

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by timtravel42, Mar 26, 2008.

  1. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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  2. Shadowfate

    Shadowfate Wala pa rin ako maisip e.

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    My second turned free software download thanks, although I don't really know what it does . hehehe but since it's free I will still dload it.
     
  3. MrMe93

    MrMe93 Notebook Guru

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    Thanks! i've been looking for an update program for a while now and don't have a lot of money. This is great.
     
  4. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    bump... still available for anybody who wants it (8 hours 6 minutes left in the giveaway)
     
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    onlycopunk Notebook Consultant

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    What is this Activate software? Methinks, I've just gotten a huge dose of spyware.
     
  6. roytse

    roytse Notebook Evangelist

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    too lazy to read all introductions, can anyone tell me what this thing does?
    thanks in advance!
     
  7. onlycopunk

    onlycopunk Notebook Consultant

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    It can create a backup of your drivers in a nice little package. And it can also scan the Internet for updated drivers. But I'm a little weary of entrusting this thing with that task.
     
  8. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    trust me... its not spyware...
    it just adds a registry entry so that the software is registered upon install
    the activation software makes no changes to your computer that are characteristic of spyware
    giveawayoftheday.com is also a very well known site and they have been recommended by sites like yahoo (they actually make deals with the developers)
     
  9. timtravel42

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    if there are any doubts...
    here is the code to the activation program:
     

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    roytse Notebook Evangelist

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    thanks onlycopunk for the info.

    A question to OP,
    this software has a function to check all drivers in your computer, and notifies you any updates,
    would you trust it?
    is it safe to update drivers from this software?
     
  11. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    yeah... its fine
    its just a good alternative to going to each manufacturer's site and getting the updates that way
     
  12. roytse

    roytse Notebook Evangelist

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    thanks,
    but when i asked it to search for driver updates, it turned out some drivers that i haven't seen or installed before. what should i do with those?
     
  13. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    what are the devices it finds drivers for?
     
  14. -Amadeus Excello-

    -Amadeus Excello- Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks, but I'll pass.
     
  15. McGrady

    McGrady Notebook Virtuoso

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    i check this site everyday. i havent dled one thing yet
    just heard about the site 3 days ago. LOl
     
  16. roytse

    roytse Notebook Evangelist

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    there are 2 drivers that i haven't seen before
    1. Logitech Setpoint Driver
    2. Intel INF Update Utility
     
  17. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    1. do you have a logitech mouse? 'cause thats what setpoint is for...
    2. This is a chipset inf update... It should be fine to install
     
  18. roytse

    roytse Notebook Evangelist

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    1. yea, it's in my hand right now. I have forgotten about that.... ;)
    2. thanks

    +rep!!
     
  19. timtravel42

    timtravel42 Notebook Virtuoso

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    you're welcome :D
     
  20. Leon

    Leon Notebook Deity

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    I just started using it. A good program, but not without its flaws.
     
  21. ScifiMike12

    ScifiMike12 Drinking the good stuff

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    Lol. Couldn't agree any more.

    I mean it's a good program for those who don't know how to navigate their manufacturer's website or are too damn lazy to look up a driver themselves.
     
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    sayanika Newbie

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    Yes, if I loved the Magician's Guild Trilogy, Twilight, and Rebel Angels what other books would you recommend? I love any type of fiction mostly SCI FI and fantasy about magic, vamps, and werewolves. I am always looking for new books to read. If you have any recommendations please let me know. I also loved the books wicked lovely, tithe, tantalize, and ranger's apprentice.
     
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    jcm4 Notebook Evangelist

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    Sweet! Thanks!
    EDIT: It says it's no longer available....
    EDIT2: I feel dumb. This post dates back to March 26th, and then a spammer bumped it back up.
     
  24. Jamaicanyouth

    Jamaicanyouth Notebook Evangelist

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    I don't think you guys were getting the real point of this software. Its to backup your drivers so that if you reinstall you will not have to download them again.

    Or if you go to someone's house to fix their computer you can back them up instead of searching for drivers that you may never find.