Corneredge ticket system

February 23, 2010

We are excite to launch our new ticket system today.  We have been working with various systems, and have finally completed our in house program released into beta today!   All of our systems support will be tracked in the new systems, emails will be automated, and details recorded in this new central database.  Ultimaltey, we plan on serving you better.  Let us know what you think!


Google now hosting public DNS servers

February 3, 2010

Google has gotten into the DNS race by introducing two new DNS servers for public use.  Their IP addresses are 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4, and they have been online since December 3, 2009 according to the Official Google Blog.  According to Google, they also will not be redirecting mis-typed domains like OpenDNS does to try and drive site traffic to themselves.  They will respond with the normal “name cannot be resolved” error.

For more information about this, along with other advantages of using them for your DNS server, you can read from their Introduction to Google Public DNS page.

Disclaimer: ONLY issue we have, is the great power of information.  Is it REALLY the best idea to give google yet another avenue to collect our information?  Just a quick reminder to check about what Google knows about you and consider this before using the services: What does google know?

UPDATE: Google is not keeping your information.  See their privacy policy for more information.


Security Tip: Use different passwords in different places

February 3, 2010

Hotmail was compromised this week as well as twitter.   Through phishing schemes and other clever techniques, hackers are looking to capture your information.  Be sure to use a DIFFERENT password for all your different web services to protect yourself against a hacker.  Even the best of us can be caught by some of these schemes.

Come up with a good password algorithm that works for you and diversify those passwords!  Change them on a regular basis, and you’ll be safer out on the web.

Here is a recent example of Twitter being compromised along with some other sites


Hotmail passwords leaked – change your password

February 3, 2010

Today Microsoft had their password lists compromised.

Anybody with a hotmail account, Windows Live account, or msn account should take the time to change their password. This is confirmed by Microsoft, and a customer of mine had this happen to him: someone used his compromised password to send bad links to several of… his contacts.

More details here


CornerEdge Backup Service

January 14, 2010

Automate your backups in two ways so you never have to loose ANY data.

Everyone needs a backup of some kind today.  All of you have data ranging from personal pictures and videos to financial files that you cannot lose.  Don’t wait for something catastrophic to happen.  Set yourself up with two forms of backup.  Corneredge recommends a FULLY AUTOMATED system to avoid forgetful humans getting in the way of your data.

After 15 years of backup experience, we have an excellent solution to ensure complete backups for your home or business.  Setting up on-site backups are critical, and we combine that with an automated encrypted off-site backup solution that allows you to send your backups off-site over the internet for a very small fee.   We utilize the latest in cloud storage, security, and replication technology to make sure you can retrieve your data.  We monitor logs to ensure they are happening on schedule, and we check the backups on a monthly basis with restore tests of your critical files.

Contact us today to make sure your data is safe.  Your data is worth it.


Magic Mouse review

December 30, 2009

Wowzers, I have a great wife! I never have a very extensive Christmas list but I can usually count on my sweetheart and my son to wrap up most of the goodies on it and stick them under the tree. This year that included the new Magic Mouse from Apple. And not to sound too pro Apple (even though I am) I only want the new thing because the old Mighty Mouse turned out to be somewhat disappointing in the long run. Between work and home I have probably five Mighty Mice both wired and Bluetooth wireless all of which will scroll in one direction only some will only scroll up and some only down, very annoying. It’s only been a few days since I unwrapped my new toy but far the new Magic Mouse has performed– well magically. The seamless multi-touch surface is super intuitive for scrolling and panning in all applications I’ve tried so far even the newly irritating font selection panel in Flash CS4. For the most part it’s comfortable in my hand but the edges take a little getting used to. It is really nice to just sit and look at too, simple, beautiful industrial design. Hopefully it will not get buggy like it’s predecessor or burn through batteries like the old plastic wireless keyboards did. I’m not sure if it will be a big time saver or even pay for itself in productivity but it sure is a sweet toy for an Apple gadget hound like me. If this were a carpentry blog I’d tell you all about my new Dremel tool.


A great collection of windows 7 tips and tricks

December 29, 2009

For all of you considering or using windows 7 on your computers now, check out this great collection of windows 7 tips and tricks:

windows 7 tips & tricks ebook

Tips include:

Access Jump Lists with the Left Mouse Button
Application based Volume Mixer
Assign Keyboard Shortcuts for Programs
Check Windows Version
Copy Command Prompt Output
Create new instance of an Application in Windows 7 Super Taskbar
Customize the Windows 7 log-on screen
Customize UAC in Windows 7
Customize Windows 7 Power Button Action
Desktop wallpaper Slideshow : Shuffle Desktop background
Disable Wallpaper Change
Display a Message at Start Up
Display Multiple Clocks in System Tray
Dock Windows to Left Right Up down
Encrypt USB drive using BitLocker
Find out How Healthy Your Battery is on Your Laptop
Find Windows 7 Keys for all Versions
Find your Computer Uptime
Font Issues: Make easier to Read Screen Text
Get Vista like taskbar in Windows 7
How to Create Themes in Windows 7
How to disable restrict USB/Flash Drive in Windows 7
How to Remove “Folder opens in New Window” Problem
Install Windows Vista and Windows 7 using bootable USB storage device
Jump lists Customization
Jumplist in Taskbar Application
Launch Multiple instances of an Application
Lock The Screen Shortcut
Network Access Protection : Secure your Network
New Autoplay & Autorun options in Windows 7
On Screen Keyboard
Parental Controls in Windows 7
Prevent Windows 7 from Automatically Rebooting after Installing Windows Updates
Problem Steps Recorder
Remove Recycle Bin in Windows 7
Remove/Show Notify Area Icons
Rename Admin account in Windows 7
Rename Multiple Files @ Same time
Retrieve Built Details & other Information of Windows Installed
Set Ctrl+Alt+Del Options in Windows 7
Show Desktop Icon in Windows 7
Start Menu Customization
Sticky Notes Text Formatting
Super Taskbar
Turn off Balloon Notifications
Twenty Windows 7 Keyboard Shortcuts
Upgrading From Windows 7 RC To Final
User Account pictures in Windows 7
Windows Application Compatibility Mode
Windows Media Player 12 : Customize Playlist
Windows Media Player 12 : Preview a song before adding to playlist
Windows Media Player 12 Jumplist feature


Merry Christmas from Corner Edge Solutions

December 18, 2009
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Click the image for an animated greeting


Atlas Data Systems gets a makeover.

December 14, 2009

Atlas Data Systems has hired Corner Edge Solutions, again, to revitalize their web site design. Atlas Data Systems provides information technology services and business solutions to a broad range of Fortune 1000 companies. It had been roughly three years since the previous iteration was launched when we received a RFP to update the site. The redesign of atlasdata.net turned out to be  more than just a new graphic design. Corner Edge also provided Atlas with a on-site web site content editor, so they can rewrite and publish directly on the page with WYSIWYG editing tools. The design of the site is simple and straight forward with predictable navigation low key supporting images, thus projecting an image of professionalism, stability and trust. Corner Edge also provides the Westfield NJ based company with web site hosting.


Timberwolf Dry Kilns becomes TWK Custom.

December 7, 2009

When Timber Wolf Dry Kilns, a leading solutions and service provider to the lumber industry since 1962 based in Smoke Run PA, decided to revamp and redirect their business model they came to Corner Edge for branding support. Corner Edge worked with TWK on a logo design that would represent their fabrication business. Corner Edge also developed a web site design that quickly and effectively presents the  services offered by TWK Custom. The web site boldly features a background tree graphic that maintains the historical significance of the TWK brand and it’s respected reputation in the lumber industry. Corner Edge also provides TWK Custom with web site and email hosting.