Flickr Wallpaper Rotator - Photo tool

PHOTO TOOL
Flickr Wallpaper Rotator
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 551KB

This tool changes your Windows wallpaper by grabbing new photos from Flickr. You can tags for topics that interest you or specify a particular user account as the primary source. You can choose if you want the images centred, tiled or stretched and set the rotation frequency.

DupeGuru Music Edition - Duplicate file finder

DUPLICATE FILE FINDER
DupeGuru Music Edition
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7, Mac OS X or Linux
File size: 10.1MB

This program scans your system and identifies duplicate audio files based on name, creation date, tag and content. It supports most popular music formats and can play files directly in the software.

Free Audio Converter - Audio tool

AUDIO TOOL
Free Audio Converter 
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 9.6MB

The latest excellent program from Freemake lets you convert your music from one format to another. The program can handle all the key audio formats, including MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC and OGG. The software can send converted tracks directly to iTunes, join multiple files together and extract audio from virtually any kind of video file format. Future versions of the software will also let you rip and burn audio CDs and MP3 discs.

Doppler - Game

GAME
Doppler
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 4.2MB

In this game, clouds are solidifying and falling to earth. To find out why and reverse the phenomenon, you need to collect rain samples by grabbing them before they evaporate. Aside from the falling clouds, there are other perils to avoid, such as tumbleweeds, birds, gale-force winds and lightning. Shadows will indicate where falling objects are about to land.

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 2012 - Anti-virus tool

ANTI VIRUS TOOL
AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 2012
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 3.7MB

The latest version of AVG's popular free anti-virus software has had a minor makeover and introduces some welcome new features. AVG Advisor is a new monitoring component that pops up a warning when it detects anything that might impact on the performance of your system. For example if you spend a while browsing the web and opening multiple tabs in Firefox a warning will eventually appear telling you that the browser is consuming too much memory and you should restart it. If you run other AVG products such as LiveKive, Family Safty and PC TuneUp, you can now access them directly through the software. These tool are also available to purchase via an integrated store. Family Protection currently costs just 95p to cover three PCs and you can try LiveKive free for 30 days before deciding whether or not to buy. The biggest change to the suite concerns performance. The software is now smaller and lighter and scans are significantly faster, although, crucially, no less thorough. The LinkScanner component which protects you from malicious websites as you browse has been improved to make it more accurate and AVG can now identify and remove rogue anti-virus programs and ransomware.

nSpaces - Desktop tool

DESKTOP TOOL
nSpaces
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 531KB

If one Desktop isn't enough for you, this free tool will create multiple work spaces with different wallpapers or colours for each which you can switch between at the click of a button. You can customise the hotkey, label the Desktops and set a password that will let you lock your work spaces.

Hexonic PDF Split and Merge - PDF tool

PDF TOOL
Hexonic PDF Split and Merge
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 658KB

This PDF-editing tool lets you split files into separate pages or sections and merge several documents together. You can drag and drop PDFs to the window and choose the options you require add page numbers and footers to the document and change the layout style. Click Preview to see the results and hit Start Processing to save the new file.

Minus - File sharing tool

FILE SHARING TOOL
Minus
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7 Mac OS X or Linux
File size: 4.4MB

There's no shortage of online file-hosting services, but Minus is one of the better options. You can add files via the web interface or drag and drop content onto the Desktop application's System Tray button. Once uploaded the item will appear in the program's timeline window and you can give it a name and make it public or private. You can upload as many files as you like provided each one is less than 200MB in size. Minus also offers browser extensions for Firefox, Chrome and Safari and apps for iPhone, Android and Windows Phone 7.

The Stanley Parable - Game

GAME
The Stanley Parable
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7 or Mac OS X, Steam, Source SDK Base 2007
File size: 278MB

Stanley works in a dead-end job, but one day everyone suddenly vanishes and he's left to explore on his own. A narrator tells you what Stanley did and you can choose to follow that path or annoy and confound the narrator by doing something entirely different. The game is short and there's no actual challenge but it's very amusing and there are six different endings to discover. To install the game you will first need to download Steam and open an account. Follow the instructions in the read me file to get everything up and running.

PC Monitor - Remote access tool

REMOTE-ACCESS TOOL
PC Monitor
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 3MB

Install this program and you will be able to securely monitor and manage up to three computers from anywhere using a web browser or mobile phone. It works with any Apple device, Android handset and Windows Phone 7. You just need to install the relevant free application. You can view the system status and uptime, processor , memory and hard-disk usage. You can also view running processes and schedule tasks see who is logged on and start, pause or stop a service. PC Monitor also lets you browse your hard disks and restart, shut down and suspend your computer from afar.

Easy YouTube Video Downloader

YOUTUBE DOWNLOADER
Easy YouTube Video Downloader
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7 Mac OS X or Linux; Firefox
File size: 779KB

This Firefox add-on lets you download videos directly from within YouTube. Click the Download button under the video and select the format you require. The video will be queued and then saved.

eXtermination - Game

GAME
eXtermination
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Min requirements: windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 29.2MB

This game makes the zombie apocalypse feel like more fun than a barrelful of undead monkeys. As policeman Fred Taylor you have to battle your way through the city dispatching the reanimated corpses using a variety of increasingly powerful weapons. Shot to the head will kill zombies quicker but if you get grabbed you will need to act swiftly to shake off your assailant.

YouTube Downloader

YOUTUBE DONLOADER
YouTube downloader
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 4.9MB

With this tool you simply enter the URL of the video to save and select the desired quality. Downloaded videos can be converted into various popular formats including WMV, Xvid, iPhone and MP3.

SageThumbs - Explorer tool

EXPLORER TOOL
SageThumbs
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 1.8MB

By default, Windows Explorer only displays thumbnails for certain types of image and videos file. SageThumbs increases the number of formats that are supported so you can view previews of more files. The program displays the thumbnails in any folder view and via the right-click context menu although you can disable this option if it's not required.

Free YouTube Dowload - YouTube dowloader

YOUTUBE DOWNLOADER
Free YouTube Download
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 13.2MB

As well as downloading individual videos, this program can grab all the clips from a particular YouTube user or channel, along with all videos responses and user favourites.

File Blender - Conversion tool

CONVERSION TOOL
File Blender
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 11.1MB

File Blender is a great tool for converting video, image and audio files from one format to another. Just run the program drag and drop a file onto the window and the software will display a list of possible conversion options. Right-click these to view the available actions.

EaseUS Partition Master 9- Partitioning tool

PARTITIONING TOOL
EaseUS Partition Master 9
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Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 11.2MB

This tool lets you create, copy, resize, format and delete disk partitions. You can also use it to convert, explore and hide partitions and change drive letters. The latest version lets you safely merge adjacent partitions on the same disk and wipe data from unallocated space (removing all trace of a previously deleted partition). The software fully protects your data during all operations and there are video tutorials to guide you through the most common tasks.

Kingsoft PC Doctor - System tool

SYSTEM TOOL
Kingsoft PC Doctor
www.kingsoftsecurity.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 17.5MB

Kingsoft PC Doctor is a one-stop shop that comes packed with features and options for cleaning, optimising and repairing your computer. Click the Diagnose Now button and the program will examine your system looking for vulnerabilities. If the scan finds any which it probably will a box listing the problems will flash up giving you the chance to review and repair them all. The Home screen provides a star rating of your system and a risk overview. It shows a list of Abnormal items, Optimizing items and Norma items. When you have made some changes you can scan your system again and hopefully get an improved rating. The Anti-Trojan features looks for malware on your computer and there are fast full and custom scans available. The software also includies a cleaner for plug-ins and a system repair tool. The repair module lets you download and install any available patches while the Optimizer manages start-up programs, system services and scheduled tasks. The Cleaner function removes leftover junk files and browser and usage history. It can also find and repair Regystry faults and remove space-hogging Windows elements, including system wallpaper, Help files and program back-ups. When PC Doctor is running a floating system monitor will be displayed on Desktop showing download and upload speeds and processor usage. Hover your mouse over the widget to reveal more detailed information.

Hockey - Game

GAME
Hockey
www.1hockey-proZ.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 6.3MB

You won't get anywhere in this online multi-player ice-hockey game without practice. Movement is tricky, wielding The stick is even harder and trying to do both simultaneously while hitting the puck is almost impossible. It's not uncommon for a game to end without anyone scoring after having merely chased the puck from one end of the rink to the other. Unlikely as it sounds this doesn't in way stop the game from being terrific fun.

PatchMyPC - Updating tool

UPDATING TOOL
PatchMyPC
http://patchmypc.net
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 515KB

This portable tool scans your system looking for old versions of installed programs and makes it easy to update them. Software considered critical to the smooth running of your system will be shown as green (up to date), red (in need of updating) or black (not installed but should be). Right-click an entry to skip or install/re-install it. You can use PatchMyPC to download the latest version of popular programs update Adobe Acrobat (if you have it installed) and access various Windows tool.

TunnelBear - Virtual private network

VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK
TunnelBear
https://www.tunnelbear.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7 or Mac OS X
File size: 12.5MB

Websites often place restrictions on what you can access, based on your location. TunnelBear's virtual private network (VPN) software lets you switch locations between the UK and USA at the click of a button to get around these restrictions. You will need to sign up for an account to use it and choose between free and unlimited.

Activelmage Protector 3 Personal Edition - Back-up tool

BACK-UP TOOL
Activelmage Protector 3 Personal Edition
http://aip4free.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 504MB

Even if you have backed up your files, it will still take you time to get Windows up and running again if disaster strikes. This back-up tool solves the problem by creating a full copy of your chosen hard disk or partition letting you store the image on local external or networked drives. It can also be password-protected encrypted and compressed. To make sure that the image is always up to date you can schedule full or incremental back-ups. Images can be mounted as virtual drives or if Windows isn't working you can boot into the recovery environment to restore them.

Game Booster 3 - Gaming tool

GAMING TOOL
Game Booster 3
www.iobit.com/download.html
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 3.9MB

IObit's tool improves the way 3D games run by optimising your system closing unnecessary background processes and services, cleaning memory, defragmenting gaming directories and downloading the latest drives. It's fully configurable so you can tweak the settings and toggle options on or off to get the best results. The latest version has a new interface and an improved boost function. Extra features include Game Box to store shortcuts to your favourite games a Virtual Desktop module and a Diagnose tool that scans your system to report potential performance or stability problems.

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Zip2Fix - ZIP repair tool

ZIP REPAIR TOOL
Zip2Fix
www.zip2fix.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 513KB

This portable tool can extract undamaged files from corrupt ZIP or SFX archives. Just open the problem file and it will create a new archive file containing the rescued content.

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Volume 2 - Audio tool

AUDIO TOOL
Volume 2
http://code.google.com/p/volume2
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 5MB

This app replaces Windows built-in volume controls with a customisable alternative. It lets you alter the sound on your system by rotating your mouse wheel using keyboard shortcuts or by sliding your mouse pointer up and down a screen edge. Volume 2 comes with an audio mixer, event scheduler command-line support and the ability to save and load presets.

File Repair - ZIP repair tool

ZIP REPAIR TOOL
File Repair
www.filerepair1.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 1MB

As well as fixing corrupted ZIP and RAR archives this software can also extract data from a wealth of other formats including Word and Excel documents, images, videos and PDFs.

Comodo Dragon - Web browser

WEB BROWSER
Comodo Dragon
www.comodo.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 22.2MB

Comodo's Chrome-based browser has been update to let share websites with friends via Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin. Just click the button next to the address bar to post content. You can also specify any proxy settings set software to start in Incognito mode and have your browser history automatically wiped on exit.

DiskInternals ZIP Repair - ZIP repair tool

ZIP REPAIR TOOL
DiskInternals ZIP Repair
www.diskinternals.com/zip-repair
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 520KB

DiskInternals ZIP Repair uses a simple wizard to fix damaged ZIP files. Just point the software at the corrupted archive give the replacement a name and the software will do the rest.