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How to Encrypt Your Data?

For off-line use, like NM Collector Software, it is best to encrypt your hard drive or selected folders on your hard drive using Operating System (OS) level encryption tools rather than application level tools. Learn why below. Encrypted Hard Drive Why encrypt your data when working off-line? Before we discuss how to encrypt your data let's talk about why you might want to do so. Since you are not storing your data on-line you might ask why you should encrypt your data when

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Dec 24, 20255 min read

The case of the disappearing window and how to fix it

Old NM Collector Software in Windows Task Bar Background Originally, NM Collector Software started in a fixed size and location. This was consistent and robust, never failing. The problem was that if you changed the window size or location, the next time you ran the program after closing it, you would lose your changes. With my focus on customizability, I thought it would be a good idea to retain your window size and locations customizations. The Problem Since no good deed

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May 23, 20254 min read

Is Your Cloud Stored Data Safe and Private?

I have not written a blog entry in a while. This is a very important development for all who store their data on any cloud hosting platform. This is one of the many reasons why my collecting software never has and never will store your data on any cloud servers. If you want to know what can happen to your data stored "in the cloud," you might want to follow https://twitter.com/Kevin_McKernan and see what happened to his data. See https://twitter.com/HopeRising19/status/173

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Dec 6, 20231 min read

NM Collector Software Affiliate Program

Sign up as an affiliate and get a commission from sales of NM Collector Software We have been affiliated with the Civilian Marksmanship...

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Mar 29, 20231 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 9. Data Migration

For those who wish to migrate from NM Collector Java Edition (JE) to NM Collector Software Cross Platform there is a tool for that. For those who wish to migrate from any other software package to Cross Platform, the package must export the data in a way that it can be incorporated into a spreadsheet of the proper format to import into NM Collector Cross Platform. It could be difficult but not impossible. Importing your data from NM Collector Software JE There's an app for

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Mar 18, 20234 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 8. Data Security and Privacy

How can I know that my data is not being shared with others behind the scenes? This is a legitimate concern for many. Here I provide ideas and tools for how you can verify that your data is not being shared without your permission. Lock down and isolate your computer from any network connections. One approach is to ensure your computer is not connected to the internet. Do not connect a network cable to your computer and turn Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections off in your comp

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Mar 18, 20232 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 7. Data Backup and Recovery

NOTE: Backup Database does not backup or export pictures. If you want to backup both your database and pictures use the "Export > To Data Transfer" feature (covered in data transfers ) instead. Don't Disable Backups!!! Unless you choose to disable it, your data is backed up every time you start the application. You can also make manual backups as well. Automatic Backups Automatic backups are stored in your Data Directory . Use Help > About to see where your directories ar

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Mar 16, 20233 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 6. Data Transfers

You can share and use your data across platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android). The concept is the same for each. Export your data from one platform/computer. Copy the exported files to another platform/computer. Import the exported data from one platform/computer into the other platform/computer. Step two varies the most across platforms, particularly mobile devices. It requires some form of intermediary solution to transfer the files. We will cover the process

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Mar 16, 20234 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 5. Reports

Some of us just like paper. Also, paper makes a good last resort backup. If you lose your electronic copy you can always bring out your last printed report. There are three basic types of reports available. Canned Reports Custom Reports Print Page Not every report type is available on every platform. Mobile apps do not have the Canned or Custom reports. If a feature is not available on one platform you can always transfer your data from that platform to another. So, if

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Mar 14, 20233 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 4. Managing Collections

NM Collector Software uses Collection Templates to define collections. You have the ability to modify existing collection templates to...

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Mar 14, 20232 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 3. Navigation

Home Page This is the first page that appears when you open the program. It lists the items in your selected collection. The last collection you selected appears here by default. Menu Many features are accessible through the menu. Most of those features will be covered in other tutorials. The help > about menu is very helpful because it shows you where your data is located on your current platform. Here is an example for my Windows deployment. Collection Selection Drop D

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Mar 13, 20233 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 2. Getting Started

1. Download NM Collector Software Cross Platform (CP) for your platform(s). A single activation allows you to use it on all systems that you own. All of the desktop versions are available on our downloads page . You can also purchase a lifetime activation of NM Collector Software delivered on a USB flash drive. Other sources include the following. Microsoft Store (Windows desktop only) Google Play Store (Android only) Apple App Store (iPhones and iPads only) Windows Do

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Mar 13, 20233 min read

NM Collector Software Tutorial - 1. Introduction

Clay Pryor Hello, my name is Clay Pryor and I am the developer of NM Collector Software. I will be developing tutorials to help my customers better understand and get maximum value from the program. Here are the available tutorials. Introduction. This one. Getting Started . Covers downloading, installing, and running NM Collector Software on various operating systems. Navigation . How to move around within the application and what to expect when you do. Managing Collecti

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Mar 13, 20231 min read

Follow Us on X

With the new ownership and expected renewal of Free Speach on Twitter I have decided to sign up again! Of course, all of my old content...

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Oct 28, 20221 min read

Follow us on Truth Social

I hate Facebook. I never liked it even before they decided to censor content. I shut down my account when they censored me too much and...

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Jun 7, 20221 min read

Why not a web application to simplify usage?

Desktop Application Some people, they just want to use it without the hassle of downloading and installing it. Why not just a web application? It would be simple to use if this was a web application. By web application, I mean you enter a URL in your browser, the application loads in your browser, and you just start using it. No installation is required. In fact, this is how many, if not most, enterprise applications are written these days. I know because I wrote enterpri

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Apr 22, 20223 min read

In the news: Hackers launch over 840,000 attacks through Log4J flaw

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2021/12/hackers-launch-over-840000-attacks-through-log4j-flaw/ Don't worry, NM Collector...

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Dec 14, 20212 min read

Migrate your data from NM Collector Software JE to Cross Platform

There is a special program written to export all of your data from JE so it can be imported to Cross Platform. The download includes an out of date manual so please use the one on this page instead. Download the NMCollectorCP JE Export Application below: Thanks! About Clay Pryor Clay is a veteran software and database application developer with more than 40 years of experience across government, corporate, and national laboratory environments. His career began at the Air

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Dec 4, 20211 min read

CMP and NM Collector Software

Thanks to the CMP for promoting NM Collector Software . The CMP has been around since 1903 originally established as The Office of the Director of Civilian Marksmanship (DCM). More info is available here: https://www.liquisearch.com/civilian_marksmanship_program/history About Clay Pryor Clay is a veteran software and database application developer with more than 40 years of experience across government, corporate, and national laboratory environments. His career began at

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Dec 2, 20211 min read

Don't Wait for Large Collections to Load in Main Page

Why wait? With large collections it can take a while for the items to load on the main page. If you don't want to wait, click the Stats button which will take you to a spreadsheet format that loads much faster. You can filter your items to easily find what you are looking for and then just click the item in the table to quickly go to its page.

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Oct 29, 20211 min read

About: About

About Clay

Clay is a veteran software and database application developer with more than 40 years of experience across government, corporate, and national laboratory environments. His career began at the Air Force Weapons Laboratory in the late 1970s, followed by roles at IBM and the State of New Mexico’s Natural Resources Department in the mid 80's.

After that he spent 34 years at Sandia National Laboratories, where he designed and supported enterprise and desktop systems, modernized data‑driven applications, and led major improvements in enterprise search capabilities—earning recognition from Sandia’s Laboratory Director in 2018.

Clay continues to explore emerging technologies in search, data management, and application development, driven by a lifelong curiosity and a commitment to practical, effective solutions.