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Q&A: Can AlwaysUp Auto-Start and Recycle my Leaky Program Once per Day?

  I am trying out AlwaysUp and so far I like the way it works. I’m running this program as a service is for only two reasons: to start when the computer boots and (the most important one) to be able … Continue reading

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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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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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Q&A: Can I Sync Multiple Dropbox Accounts with AlwaysUp?

  I’m using AlwaysUp to install Dropbox as a service. Is it possible to run more than one Dropbox instance simultaneously, each from a different user profile? I realize in general this is a “Not A Good Thing to do”, but … Continue reading

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