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Q&A: Does AlwaysUp Support Multiple Automatic Logons?

   We’ve written utilities that control Microsoft Word to produce automated documents and, for various reasons, these have to be run visible in a “real desktop session” on a server, logged in as a real user, not hidden on session … Continue reading

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Q&A: Why isn’t my File Removed from Dropbox?

  I’m testing your AlwaysUp with Dropbox. So far everything works great except for one case. When I delete a file from Dropbox.com online, it’s not removed from my hard drive. The file just stays in the local folder. I’m a … Continue reading

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Windows 8.1 End of Life: January 10, 2023

According to Microsoft, support for Windows 8.1 will end on Tuesday January 10, 2023. What does that mean? It means that Microsoft will stop issuing fixes and important security updates for Windows 8.1. And without those timely improvements, the operating … Continue reading

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Q&A: How do I Run my Script as a Windows Service — but only during Working Hours?

  I recently bought a license for AlwaysUp. I used it to install several scripts as Windows Services. Most of my scripts run one time per day, and those are fine. But I have others that must run every 30 minutes … Continue reading

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AlwaysUp 14: Improved Performance, Support for Emby Server, Java WAR Files

AlwaysUp version 14 is available for download! This new release focuses on making AlwaysUp the best tool for running multiple applications as Windows Services. Here are some of the highlights. Significant performance improvements when running many applications Our development team … Continue reading

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