Baidu PC Faster

Baidu Inc.

The hard drive tends to fill up with unwanted or outdated folders when we uninstall programs because in the end a trail is always left behind. Baidu PC Faster is a useful application designed to improve your computers performance and dispel any threats that may be around. It´s the best solution to free all the space this rubbish occupies on your system. Baidu PC Faster detects and repairs all the registry errors your computer may have and scans it regularly to make sure they don´t accumulate again. Furthermore, this program doesn´t only optimize your computers performance but it also protects it from any file that might be infected. Baidu PC Faster includes the cleaner tools for system and registry as well as for your desktop, Flash Player repairers, Internet and Facebook and the internet connection speed test option to evaluate how long your computer needs to start. Furthermore, as an extra it includes an APP Store so you download directly and without infections various programs you may need. In short, one of the most complete performance optimizers.

StressMyPC

Nenad Hrg softwareok

StressMyPC is designed to test your computer to see how it copes at the very limit of its capabilities. The program puts your PC through a stress test to check the performance of your CPU processor, graphics card and hard drive. StressMyPC performs three different types of test on your PC, so you just have to select the one you want, press start and open the administrator where you can see the performance data for your PC. This program is perfect to see if your computer still works as well as it did when it was new, or analyze your laptop battery when it is working flat out.

iCUE

Corsair

iCUE is the official Corsair program for managing all the devices and hardware elements that you have on your computer. We're talking about everything from the front fans to the keyboard to the motherboard to your favorite wireless headset. If they're from the Corsair family, you can manage them from this app. The main purpose of iCUE is the ability to manage the lights and colors of all your Corsair devices. From the main window, you can quickly choose from half a dozen different light patterns, the effects of which you'll see instantly on all your devices. The best part? In addition to these predefined patterns, you can create your own lighting presets to give your PC a unique look. Changing your PC's light pattern is probably the most popular feature offered by iCUE, but it's not the only one. Another interesting feature lets you monitor the temperature of each and every one of the elements inside your PC. As if this were not enough, you can also update them directly from the app itself. You won't have to get into the BIOS or anything like that. Keeping all aspects of your PC up to date has never been so convenient. Download iCUE if your computer has more than one device from the Corsair family, as this is the best way to customize your PC's look to the max. And, of course, you can also use it to keep all your hardware up to date, as well as to monitor the temperature of each device.

Quick CPU

CoderBag

Quick CPU is a program that will allow you to evaluate the performance of your PC down to the smallest detail. From the application's complete interface you will be able to see the CPU temperature, the clock frequency, the usage of each of the PC's cores, the percentage of memory used, and much more. All easily accessible and very well presented. The first time you open Quick CPU it can be a bit overwhelming, as you will see lots of numbers, graphs and parameters of all kinds all over the place. However, everything is much easier to read than it looks. At the top you will see the three most important meters: Usage, Temperature and Clock. Ideally, none of these meters should ever reach the maximum, as this would mean that your PC is overexerting itself and may cause problems in the future. One of the advantages of Quick CPU is that it allows you to customize the program interface as you wish. At the bottom right you will find different tabs, with which you can switch the view between lots of different parameters: essential CPU information, RAM data, CPU data distribution, or CPU Core Parking. In addition, you can choose from more than thirty different color palettes to represent all the graphics and visual aids, so that the aesthetics of the program matches that of your PC. Within the options menu of Quick CPU you will find some very interesting settings. First, you can choose whether you want to see the temperature information in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius. You can also choose if you want to keep the program always minimized in the taskbar, or if you prefer to close it permanently. Keeping it minimized allows you to receive instant notifications when there are large variations in temperature or clock frequency. Finally, you can also choose whether you want the app to always open at Windows startup. Some users, those with an Intel CPU, will find that they can access a special panel called Advanced Options. Within this panel you will find a number of additional features with which you can alter the internal values of your PC. It is important not to change any of these values if you do not know very well what you are doing, because from here you can directly modify some parameters of the BIOS of your PC, something that can cause permanent damage to your computer. Download Quick CPU if you need a powerful and versatile program, capable of giving you all the information you need about your PC's performance. Thanks to this application, you will be able to find out where your computer stands and, hopefully, you will be able to fix any possible errors in time. And, of course, it will also be very useful to control the temperature of each and every component of the equipment.

Revo Uninstaller Pro

VS Revo Group

Uninstalling programs using the Windows built-in uninstaller is not difficult and it works pretty well. The problems comes when one of those programs you want to uninstall doesn't let you uninstall it. Furthermore, some programss leaave traces when they are uninstalled and don't clean the Windows Registry, making your computer run slower and slower. That's the reason why you should use a program like Revo Uninstaller Pro. It's a lite and intuitive program that allows you to uninstall any program, even thse ones that give errors and don't let you uninstall them. Not only does it uninstall programs, but it also fix the reistry, search for traces, delete cookies, history and more. In short, Revo Uninstaller Pro is one of those programs that will help you have your PC in perfect conditions.

FurMark

Jerome 'JeGX' Guinot

If your video card supports OpenGL 2.0, FurMark is an app for Windows that can test its performance using tests based on quality generating algorithms. The algorithms used by FurMark are optimized to heat up the GPU (graphics processing unit) and test its stability and resistance to extreme situations. FurMark allows you to select the resolution of the test, if it will do it based on time or by frame and if it will use MSAA (Multisample anti-aliasing). Some video card models compatible with FurMark are: NVIDIA Geforce 5,6,7,8 and later; ATI Radeon 9600 or later; and the S3 Graphics Chrome 400 Series or later.

FanControl

Rem0o

FanControl is an open-source software that lets you control your PC's fans. The program offers support for a multitude of motherboards, graphics cards and other hardware such as AIO cooling boards. That's to say, you can stop monitoring the different fans of your computer using separate apps and start monitoring them all from a single place, more effectively addressing any problems, whether that's noise or cooling. The first interesting point about FanControl is that, unlike many other similar programs, it does not require installation. You only need to unzip the files in a folder, double-click on the .exe file, and that's it. When running the program for the first time, it will perform an initial inspection to check how many fans you have and to which piece of hardware they correspond. Depending on the hardware, it will even recognize it and assign it a name, although you can also give it a custom name. Once it has recognized all the computer's fans, you can start playing with the different curves and mixes. But what does that mean? In short, you'll be able to easily and quickly adjust the speeds of all your fans. You can also create your own profiles for the computer or simply import any of the profiles shared by other users with similar hardware. Additionally, you can activate the automatic option, which will try to optimize your fans without you needing to configure anything at all. Either way, all the information you need on how to use and configure the program can be found within the program itself. FanControl is an excellent optimization tool for your computer that will help improve its performance, from fan noise to cooling system service life. What's more, this light software consumes very few resources, doesn't require installation, and has a very simple interface.

Runscanner

Geert Moernaut

Day by day, the risk we take when surting the Internet is higher. We spent hours and hours navigating and our computer is exposed to a lot of malware out there. RunScanner is a free application for Windows whose main goal is to warn you about dangerous processes running on your system. It keeps safe the integrity of your system. We can view all processes running and access more info about them. Of course, if we check that one of them can be dangerous, we can kill it. RunScanner can be really useful, specially, when an application is frozen and you don't know how to make it disappear.

TaskInfo

Igor Arsenin

TaskInfo2003 for Win9x/ME/NT/2k/XP is a combination of a task manager and an information system monitor When you run it you will have at your sight all task being run at that moment and an information panel where you will be able to see how the computer is running them. You’ll see in real time the tasks which are taking place and the performance of your computer, so you will be able to see if your computer needs an update or not, if the RAM memory is being wasted and lots of things. In addition you will be able to finish the processes you want, restart, turn off the system and activate alerts in case your PC becomes slower than usual.

Kiwi Monitor

Kozmos

With Kiwi Monitor you can monitor whichever system processes you want to, control the form in which they run, and add different tasks to complete depending on their status. Kiwi Monitor is not a general monitoring tool. To observe the behavior of a process you'll have to manually add it to the list of processes to monitor. Once you add it to this list you'll be able to configure the detection of the state of the process and the actions to complete depending on whether or not a predetermined situation plays out. Kiwi Monitor saves records of the actions of the processes, and shows their usage statistics on a timeline.

ProcrastiTracker

dot3 labs

Sometimes, when you're working on your computer, you don't perform as well as you think you could. A good way to check if you're not dedicating enough time to your work is to check which programs you use, and for how long. ProcrastiTracker is a free application to display the time you spend on each application with a graph. You can tag each application according to its purpose (work, entertainment, browsing, etc.) to get a general overview of how much time you spend on each of these categories. Also, you can choose different time spans for which you want to see this information, so you can draw comparisons between different time periods. If you want to improve your performance, ProcrastiTracker is an ideal application for organizing your time in an optimum way.

System Explorer

Mister Group

Although it might sometimes seem useless and unnecessary, there are times when the Windows task manager is essential for Windows' stability. System Explorer is a free application that works with Windows. It's dedicated to analyzing and displaying information related to system processes as well as controlling and offering methods for managing each of them. Just like the one that comes with Windows, this task manager lets you view all running processes and how they're affecting your system performance. It also includes a tab devoted to displaying the system's available resources. But System Explorer isn't merely limited to matching the features of the Windows task manager; rather, it expands those possibilities to let you view each session's startup processes, Internet Explorer plugins, registered uninstallers, operating system services, and drivers installed on the system.

Autostart And Process Viewer

Konrad Papala

RescueTime

RescueTime Team

Nowadays, people use computers for practically everything, whether it's related to work, study, or free time. That's why it's good to manage your time so you can improve your performance. RescueTime is a simple program to keep track of the time you spend on your computer and even recognizes when you use a specific program and the websites you frequent. This way, you can find out how much time you really spend on each activity and can even set goals to spend only a specific amount of time on a program or website, with a time limit for different activities. You can view all this information via tables and graphs and even receive a weekly summary via email about how you've spent your time in the last few days.

Task Terminator

Testaware, Ltd.

It’s only a few months you bought your computer but you can realise that it is not the same it was, you are really upset and you need something to repair it. You have lots of applications in the task bar and the hyper speed of the first days has disappeared at all. You need Task Terminator. Task Terminator is an application which searches for the active processes, it analyses them and show you information about them. (priority, memory consumption, libraries, funcitons,... Its main objective is to mark those ones which are essential for your system and which ones not. Knowing that, you can finish the processes which are not important and by that way, power up the other ones. In addition it will generate a report as .txt file.

Whats running

WhatsRunning.net

You have always wanted to know what happen behind the visual aspect of your Windows, why it slows down... What’s running? gives you an inside look into your Windows, it allows us to control every process in our computer. Thanks to Whats Running we will control all the processes we can decide which ones can go on and which ones not, we can stop, pause and resume whenever we want.. We can decide which programs will be launched at the startup, we will control the drivers, it will give us all the information about the system... and the control. Whats running? is a really useful program which will allow us to speed up our PC.

ProcX

Ghost Security

ProcX shows you all the processes and modules currently running on your system so you can view and control processes both beneficial and harmful to your PC. It lets you see clearly and easily all the information relating to each of the different processes such as the amount of RAM and virtual memory being consumed, the directory in which it is installed, the DLL files it uses and even the icon so you do not block a process that is necessary to run the system or open a particular program. If, however, you recognize a virus or threatening application in the list of processes, you can delete it or even disable it from future use. Among the more advanced options on ProcX is the ability to display the MD5 IDs of the processes and modules, and to copy the results to the clipboard. Also, if you have any questions about a particular process, the program gives you direct access to Google from the context menu for each process, so you can search for more information with a right-click.

BitCleaner

Iomatic

BitCleaner is an useful aplication which allows us to remove all unwanted files from our computer. BitCleaner uses an intelligent method to remove this unwanted information without leaving a trace, so we can navigate with total freedom ,because after our navigation process we can delete all the data that has been stored in our computer. BitCleaner also has a 'Back-up' option which allows us to back up key files and restore them at a later time. Of course, we can add a password to that back-up file, so only people who know the password will be able to restore the system. BitCleaner is housed in a n easy-to-use and intuitive interface, easy for novice and full-featured for experts. BitCleaner is suitable for all kind of users. And it is fair clear that after running BitCleaner, your PC will run as well as ever. Thanks to the system it uses, the information that is erased it is completely removed from the computer.

TopWinPrio

Marcus Medina

TopWinPrio is a software that lets you give more priority to certain applications, making some of them run faster while others are almost paused. This can be especially useful to fully enjoy video games, since your entire PC's performance will be focused on that while other programs run in the background. However, you need to be careful if you use the application with online games, as it can interfere with the network drivers and produce quite a bit of lag. TopWinPrio is a tool worth trying if your computer runs slow, since it's quite likely to improve its overall performance.

Task ForceQuit Pro

Softorino

Task ForceQuit Pro is a task manager that is much more compact, lightweight, and manageable than the traditional Windows task manager ... although it also has fewer features, obviously. The program gives you quick and direct access to all the processes you have open at any time, and lets you close them instantly. Just one click on the right button, and the process disappears. It's that easy. Task ForceQuit Pro is quite a lot simpler and easier to manage than any other similar program. This simplicity has a price, though, and that is that is doesn't offer that many features.

Bonita Open Solution

Bonitasoft

Bonita Open Solution is made up of three main elements: Bonita Studio, which allows you to graphically modify processes following the BPMN standard, and to design the web form that will be displayed to the user to interact with the process in question; Bonita BPM Engine, which is the engine that allows you to interact via programming with the processes; and Bonita User Experience, where you can manage all of the tasks and processes that have been created. The program's interface is quite intuitive and complete, displaying almost all of the elements that you may need at any given time, and allowing you to perform most actions by just dragging and dropping. The program is also compatible with plugins, which enables you to add new functions and, in general, carry everything out in a much simpler fashion. Bonita Open Solution is a comprehensive combination of tools that is sure to delight any user. And, it includes a good amount of tutorials and help files to get you moving again in case you get stuck.

AdvancedWinServiceManager

Security Xploded

When you start Windows, many other processes also start running; some help your computer to run better, while others cause it to run worse. To prevent these processes from slowing down your computer or even causing it to stop working, AdvancedWinServiceManager is here to help. This software basically gives you a list with all the processes that aren't related to Windows that start running in the background when you turn on your computer. From the list, you can choose to stop them so they won't run the next time you start your computer, or get rid of them completely. It has a simple and easy-to-use interface. Plus, it doesn't require installation, so you just have to extract the content from the ZIP file into any folder and start using it. AdvancedWinServiceManager is a really useful tool if you've been noticing performance issues when turning on your computer. With this tool, you might even save a few extra seconds every time you start up your computer.

MyEventViewer

Nir Sofer

MyEventViewer is a program designed to help you monitor and manage logs and changes to your PC. It's a simple and practical alternative to Windows Event Viewer. When you open MyEventViewer, it starts by scanning all your files, then gives you a list of all the files, processes, and errors that are running or are open on your hard drive. The main window in MyEventViewer displays information from your computer registry, such as the number, type, time, source, category, event ID, user name, event data, record length, and description of every event. The interface is very simple: you can select certain items from the provided list to export them in HTML, XML, and plain text, or just copy it to the clipboard. In short, MyEventViewer is designed to help you manage logs and changes to your computer in the easiest way possible.

Task Blocker

N/A

Task Blocker is a tool designed to manage and control all the applications running on your computer. It can stop, pause, and resume any tasks running on your computer. This tool is very useful if, when you open Windows Task Manager, you would like to pause a process instead of quitting it entirely. This is what Task Blocker is for. This utility lets you block any process on your computer while avoiding conflicts between running tasks. Even if there is a conflict, you could block one and resume it later. Task Blocker is very easy to use thanks to its intuitive and simple interface, letting you block, pause, and manage all the programs running on your computer with ease.

ProcessActivityView

Nir Sofer

ProcessActivityView is a tool that can show you a summary of all the processes being run in the system. With this program, you can choose the process you want to access, and view its information and the files that it is executing. This application basically shows a report with the number of open and closed files, how many times they've been read and modified, the bytes that were read and written, the total number of characters, and other things. ProcessActivityView doesn't require you to install it, you just have to open the file, and two windows pop up with the main interface. On one you can see the list of processes in the system, and in the other the corresponding information and properties, where you can also start new processes and open the ones you've saved before. This is not a simple application for those who don't have previous knowledge on the subject, in which case you probably just won't understand the information shown on ProcessActivityView.

Security Task Manager

Neuber Software

Security Task Manager is an application to protect your system and manage open processes that may pose a threat to your PC. It's very similar to Windows Task Manager, with the advantage that it can detect malware. After Security Task Manager has completed its analysis, you'll see a list of open processes and all the details related to them. In addition to the details provided regarding memory and CPU usage, the tool also provides a rating that tells you whether the programs and applications you have running are dangerous or not. With all the data provided by Security Task Manager, you can figure out which processes might be problematic and can then get rid of them using the erase and quarantine features on the application's interface. Lastly, the tool also has a feature that lets you comment on the active processes to help other users determine how dangerous a particular program might be.

DiskPulse

Flexense

When you modify or delete files in large quantities, it's possible that you don't realize what you've changed. In some cases, this can cause problems for your programs. DiskPulse is a useful tool to stay informed about changes made to your files as you work with them, offering a detailed list of the date, time, size, location, and actions taken on each. If you uninstall a program, for instance, you can use the DiskPulse interface to see which files have been deleted and which have been modified. You can also use it to delete the files that remain on the computer even after uninstalling the program. DiskPulse records the slightest changes to any document, from when it's opened until it's deleted or copied to an external hard drive. It's very useful if you share your PC and want to know if your files have been changed, thus avoiding the possibility of losing important information.

Window Inspector

Binary Fortress Software

myProcesses

WinTools.Info

myProcesses is a very complete process management tool that allows you to keep track of all the processes running on your computer. With it, you can optimize your desktop in an efficient way, improving the speed and stability of the whole computer. From the main panel of myProcesses, you can consult detailed information about each process open on Windows, including each one's name, identifier, user, status, running time, and resource consumption. With all this data updated in real time, you'll have a global yet comprehensive idea of what's happening on your system, how each tool works, and how Windows responds to all these processes. Among the advantages offered by this tool, in addition to all the detailed information it provides, is the option to terminate a specific process whenever it's consuming an excessive amount of resources or causing problems on the system. On the other hand, you can also restart processes whenever you want and configure the properties of each to suit your needs. Another one of myProcesses's strengths is its security system, which allows you to automatically identify and stop any malicious processes that pose a risk to your computer. It also has the ability to resolve software conflicts and compatibility issues easily and quickly.

WhoLockMe

Dr Hoiby