Dig-N-Rig - Game

GAME
Dig-N-Rig
www.dignrig.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 11.7MB

The aim of this retro-style digging game is to reach the centre of the Earth. To achieve this end you need to mine minerals and transport them back to the surface, Digging is done using the keyboard and rigging (building ladders, conveyor belts and scoopers) using the mouse. The more minerals that get processed the bigger and better the digging equipment on offer. Unused rigging can be recycled and used elsewhere.

Gui: Config - Firefox add-on

FIREFOX ADD-ON
Gui: Config
http://guiconfig.freedig.org
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7, Mac OS X or Linux Firefox
File size: 165KB

Although you can tweak Mozilla's browser using the about:config page this Firefox add-on simplifiles the process providing easy access to all the most popular customisation options including tweaks for accessibility browser behaviour, appearance and tabs. To use Gui:Config just go to the Tools menu and choose Advanced Settings.

MultiMi - Sharing tool

SHARING TOOL
MultiMi
www.multimi.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 10.8MB

A social-media dashboard like Tweetdeck (www.tweetdeck.com) makes it easy to connect with friends and share your thoughts and content across several social networks. Instead of having to post to Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin separately you can fire off a single update to all the services at once. MultiMi is a similar tool that offers the same features but also adds support for numerous cloud-based apps including Gmail, Hotmail, Youtube, Calendar, Flick, Picasa and Box.net. To start using MultiMi you first need to connect some accounts. Content pulled from the services you add will appear on the home screen providing a useful overview. The sidebar lets you narrow things down by category. Select Photos for example and you will be able to browse images that are on your hard disk shared on social networks and found in email attachments. You can send messages and update you status via the Share button and also upload media files. Where MultiMi really shines is in its use of drag items such as photos and documents from your Desktop to the program and also drag content around inside the software. You can email Facebook photos and Youtube videos turn messages into tweets and so on. This isn't quite as useful as it sould be however because direct sharing between services is often prohibited. The program includes a web browser so you can view links as you receive them and integration with AVG LinkScanner prevents you from accidentally visiting unsafe sites.

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0 AD - Game

GAME
0 AD
http://wildfiregames.com/0ad
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7, Mac OS X or Linux
File size: 161MB

0 AD is a polished real-time game (still in development) similar to the hugely popular Age of Empires series. The aim is to build up your civilisation while destroying those of your rivals. You can play against computer opponents in a single-player game or take on friends in multiplayer mode.

BitTorrent 8 Beta (Project Chrysalis) - File sharing tool

FILE-SHARING TOOL
BitTorrent 8 Beta (Project Chrysalis)
www.bittorrent.com/chrysalis
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 1.7MB

Project Chrysalis is a redesigned version of the official BitTorrent software that makes it easy to find and download legal torrents. The new Personal Content channel lets you share large files privately with people you know and advertise the links directly through Facebook and twitter. The software offers a choice of modes so you can switch between General, Advanced and Expert.

Dropit - File organiser

FILE ORGANISER
Dropit
http://dropit.sourceforge.net
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 1.94MB

Dropit is a fantastic tool that simplifiles the process of sorting files and folders. When you drop a file onto the icon that Dropit places on your Desktop the program performs certain actions. For example you can move all AVI files to drive E:\Videos or copy all photos to C:\My Picture. Dropit can also automatically unzip archives to a folder add files to a new ZIP and open a type of file with a particular program. You can also create multiple profiles with different actions and switch between them.

Startup Delayer 3 - System tool

SYSTEM TOOL
Startup Delayer 3
www.r2.com.au/page
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 6.9MB

Lots of programs automatically set themselves to start when Windows launches which can significantly increase the time your PC takes to boot. You can remove unwanted start-up entries using Windows built-in MSconfig tool but Startup Delayer is a more flexible alternative that lets you remove programs and delay less urgent ones. Drag and drop applications to a start-up category (delayed, normal or disabled) and set criteria for launching delayed programs - for example when processor speed falls below a certain level or after a set period of time. Startup Delayer 3 also lets you add notes to start-up applications and manage running tasks and system services.

Miro 4 - Media player

MEDIA PLAYER
Miro 4
www.getmiro.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7, Mac OS X or Linux
File size: 38.7MB

Miro is no longer just a simple media player it can now manage all the music and video files on your hard disk and sync them with any Android handset. The program can automatically import content from iTunes convert stream media over a network and download files via its own built-in BitTorrent software. You can also watch and download YouTube videos directly in the player buy MP3s through Amazon (and other online stores) and listen and subscribe to podcasts. If you are looking for a versatile free alternative to iTunes, Micro is the ideal choice.

SoftPerfect File Recovery - File-recovery tool

FILE-RECOVERY TOOL
SoftPerfect File Recovery
www.softperfect.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 379KB

This simple tool lets you search for specific types of deleted file - all JPEGs or MP3 files for exa,ple. Just choose a location to search and enter the extension of the file you are looking for.

Soluto - System tool

SYSTEM TOOL
Soluto
www.soluto.com
Min requirements: Windows XP / Vista / 7
File size: 1.2MB

Soluto is alredy a must-have tool if you want to shave seconds (or even minutes ) off your boot time. The latest version can also speed up your browser by disabling unwanted add-ons and find solutions to misfiring applications using the collective wisdom of the cloud. It does this by logging any program crashes and suggesting possible fixes provided by other users.