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EudoraSoftware
I still use Eudora for my e-mail (version 7.1, not the one based on Thunderbird), because I don't want my mail living in the cloud. I'd upgrade to something newer and better, but there isn't anything newer and better.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
Sony VaioHardware Sony
My computer is a Sony Vaio, which seems to give me the best power/weight ratio. It's a Pro 13, but that's not important.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
Password SafeSoftware
I store all my passwords in Password Safe.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
Notepad++Software
If I need a text editor, I use Notepad++. Occasionally, I use Excel.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
FirefoxSoftware Mozilla
Firefox is my browser, with a whole bunch of security plug-ins like AdBlock Plus, BetterPrivacy, and HTTPS Everywhere.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
HTTPS EverywhereSoftware
Firefox is my browser, with a whole bunch of security plug-ins like AdBlock Plus, BetterPrivacy, and HTTPS Everywhere.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
Uniball MicroOther
My goto pen is a Uniball Micro, in both black and blue.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
Beyond CompareSoftware
For backup, I use Beyond Compare and a variety of external drives.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
OutlookSoftware Microsoft
I use Outlook to maintain my calendar and address book. I hate that program, too, but I can't find anything else that lets me sync locally to my iPhone without going through the cloud.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
Windows 8.1Software Microsoft
I don't like software gadgets any more than I like hardware gadgets. I use Windows 8.1 – hate it – and Microsoft Word.
His Uses This interview, describing a travel-optimised, cloud-averse setup.
2015-04-14·usesthis.com ↗
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