WiFi Password Recovery Tool

AGR Technology

SysGauge

Flexense

Speccy - System Information

Piriform

Speccy is one of those programs, that, at first sight, you may think it's not useful for you, but it can actually solve many problems and save you a lot of time. If you want to buy new components for your computer because you want to power it up, you'll need to know some specifications having to do with the motherboard model or a number of empty sockets. Speccy - System Information is a lite program that offers information regarding your computer: System, motherboard, RAM, HD, graphic, external devices,... Finally, it was created by the developers of CCleaner and Recuva, so it is a trusted program... and free.

Window Inspector

Binary Fortress Software

MiTeC InfoBar

MiTeC

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.

PRTG

Paessler AG

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.

Hmonitor

AB Software

Hmonitor is a program that allows you to know the temperature of the components of your computer and stay on alert if some of them gets hotter than usual. Hmonitor can monitor the voltage and temperature of the motherboard, CPU, HDs or graphic card and can alert you in case the temperature of any of them will increase abnormally. The resource consumption of Hmonitor is very low so you can run it always and be safe. In case you'll want to adjust some settings you'll only have to click on the icon in the system tray and modify it. Finally, you can export the results of the test and logs as TXT.

SSuite System Monitor

Van Loo Software™

To get the best performance out of your computer, it's important to keep an eye on the usage of your RAM, CPU, and other elements in order to optimize whatever you're trying to do. SSuite System Monitor is a useful tool that monitors the current status of your computer, making it easier to access all this information in a clear and accessible way. SSuite System Monitor doesn't require installation, so to use it, all you have to do is open the application and place the display wherever works best for you. From this display, you can get information about your RAM as well as your CPU, along with what kinds of resources your computer is using and even your IP address. SSuite System Monitor is a great way to improve your computer's performance thanks to its intuitive and easy-to-use interface and the fact that it doesn't require installation.

Task Manager Modder

N/A

The task manager is one of the most useful tools for any Windows IT system administrator, as it helps keep the system performing as optimally as possible. Task Manager Modder is a Windows application that lets you change the task manager's look according to your own preferences. Basically, you can use the application to change the grid color, the lines measuring the CPU performance and memory usage, the color of numbers on the graphics, and the style of the bars. You can preview your changes as you try them out, applying them only once you're sure what you want. If you don't like the changes you've made, Task Manager Modder lets you restore the original look at any time.

KillProcess

Orange Lamp

KillProcess can be a really useful tool if you need to finish an active process in a safe and fast way. This lite piece of software shows a list with all the processes in progress, as well as information about them: memory usage, execution file, path file, priority level,... If we have to highlight a feature if Killprocess, that is the speed. It eliminates the processes really fast. You will not have to finish them one by one, now you can tick all the ones you want to finish, and then click on "finish processes", and with just a click we?ll have finished all processes we wanted. In addition it includes more advanced options which make it a versatile program. We will be able to contemplate statistics of Killprocess usage.

ASTRA32 Advanced System Info

Sysinfo Lab

ASTRA – Advanced System Info is a very powerful analysis tool that will provide you with detailed information about any aspect of your PC. The program is capable of detecting any kind of installed hardware on your machine, showing the manufacturer, configuration, condition, speed, actual size, etc. It can be of great use for checking the authenticity of the hardware you have acquired. ASTRA32 – Advanced System Info detects 157 types of processors, CP, and bus frequencies, providing you with details on the type of cache of your CPU, motherboard, hard drives, CD/DVD, SCSI, memory modules, DMI/SMBIOS, monitor, video card, sound card, network card, printers and ports, etc.

Active Security Monitor

N/A

Are you worried about all the online threats to your computer? Do you want to know if you're protected against damaging software that is trying to infiltrate your system? Active Security Monitor is an effective program that analyzes your computer in search of any and all components that protect you as you browse the web. The application will display, from an attractive interface, a series of scores referring to determined areas of security that indicate how your system is holding up: Firewall, Anti-virus, Anti-Spyware, browser security, WiFi connection security, P2P programs, and PC utilities. In addition to setting a score, Active Security Monitor displays a list of the problems detected in each section (along with a corresponding explanation), as well as recommendations on how to fix those problems.

WhoLockMe

Dr Hoiby

MiTeC System Information X

MiTeC

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.

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.

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.

Process Monitor

Sysinternals

Process Monitor is a program that greatly expands the options available on the traditional Windows process monitor. This program is a complete tool that lets you monitor absolutely all the active processes on your system, letting you set establish all kinds of filters to fine-tune any searches you may want to carry out. With Process Monitor you can end processes that would be impossible to end using the windows administrator. Plus, just as you'll be able to end ongoing processes, you'll also be able to launch applications and files which Windows will recognize from within the program’s interface. But that’s not all you’ll find among Process Monitor's monitoring functions; you can also see the percentage of memory use and the range of ongoing processes in real time.

Windows Inspection Tool Set

Ashok P. Nadkarni

Windows Inspection Tool Set lets you control different aspects of the operating system. The elements you control are organized under the following categories: system, safety, file system, network, and printers. The first one gives you some details about the computer's hardware, the operating system, its processes, and services. The second category, safety, lets you control the hard drives and the volumes inside them, as well as the different sessions in the system. But there's even more: users and groups, locally and remotely shared files, network interfaces and connections, etc. Finally, Windows Inspection Tool Set can filter all the information according to certain parameters provided by the program.

Fresh Diagnose

Freshdevices Corp.

Fresh Diagnose is an utility developed to analyze every component in your PC. You will be able to have all data concerning to your hardware, such as CPU, Hard drives,... and about your software (date, versions,...) Fresh Diagnose allows you to print the data you wish. It also advices you about the processes running, memory, space,... In short, it is a very complete program which will inform you about your PC It will investigate your PC and will give you an inform, so it will be your special private investigator.

Windows Elapsed Running Time

AMPsoft

Something as simple and silly as keeping your PC on continuously can become an interesting piece of information if you constantly forget to turn it off. Even though today's machines are already designed to work well even if they've been on for days (or weeks) the truth is that it's always good to give them a break, or the very least restart your computer so it will have time to install updates. Windows Elapsed Running Time is a light tool that stays on your system bar and shows you just how long your computer has been on. The program has a lot of different viewing option: as a day counter, or by the hour. You can also choose to show exactly how long your system has been running on the program bar itself so it's even easier to keep track because you'll always have it in sight.

Black Bird System Info

Black Bird Cleaner Software

Black Bird System Info is the best way to check any type of information regarding your computer, in terms of both software and hardware. With just a few clicks, Black Bird System Info offers you a complete list of detailed information about all your PC’s components: peripherals, hardware and processor, drivers, motherboard, memory and even BIOS. And everything is organized and displayed in the neatest way possible. Black Bird System Info is as simple to install as it is to run the program; no need for additional processes and you’ll have access to everything you need to know about your system. Forget about looking for your computer’s features and configuration information, Black Bird System Info does it for you.

Windows xKill

Solo-Dev

Personal Activity Monitor

N/A

Personal Activity Monitor is a free application for Windows that grants us the possibility to have a registry of the applications use. The program logs activity and record data about those programs and presents you a report of what you have done in a certain period of time. This can be really useful if, for example, you think an addictive game is making you waste valuable time. By this way, you'll know at first glance which applications you should uninstall to boost up your productivity. Bad for entertainment, good for job. You decide.

WebTemp

WebTemp.org

WebTemp is a tool that lets you monitor your computer temperature, fan speed or voltage on any other computer. For it to work, you'll have to install applications that give you this data, such as Speedfan. Once the measuring programs are installed on the computer you want to monitor, you can remotely (and easily) check on its status. Plus, the application can read your RAM and CPU usage, as well as the frequency, traffic, hard drive memory and battery capacity (if the computer is a laptop). You can also have a window open with all of this data permanently updated on a corner of your screen and, most importantly, you can create an image that gives you a summary of all of your computer’s data over the last few hours. WebTemp is a somewhat complex and unstable tool which can, nonetheless, prove to be very useful in keeping an eye on a troublesome computer.

Flitskikker

Martijn van Berkel

Flitskikker is a tool that gives you access to all the information related to your own computer in seconds. The program requires no installation; all you have to do is run it, and it instantly shows you all the relevant information. It can show you the motherboard model, processor speed, RAM size, hard drive capacity, graphics card model and power, DirectX version, operating system version, and more ... all instantly on your screen. You can turn all this information into a text document and even convert it to HTML with just a click. You can even convert the information into BB code to make it easier to use on forums and other websites. Flitskikker is extremely easy to use. With it, you can get all the information about computer in seconds, and the best part is how easy it is to export the information afterwards.

Work Time Monitor

Roi Buchnik

Work Time Monitor is a free application that tracks the time you spend working on your computer and generates automatic reports, all of which allows you to easily calculate your monthly work time. Work Time Monitor starts up alongside your computer and automatically disconnects when you finish a session. It knows to do this by monitoring the duration of activity and inactivity during a 24-hour period. It's a convenient tool for users of desktop computers that will be inactive during off-work hours. It just takes a click to receive a complete report of your work activity.

Event Log Explorer

FSPro Labs

Browse, find and report on security warnings, problems and any other events that are generated within Windows. Thanks to Event Log Explorer, monitoring and analysis of events recorded in Security, System, Application and other logs of your operating systems gets much faster and really effective. When you run Event Log Explorer, it will show on screen the events and info having to do with them, you won't need any click to know what happens. Furthermore, you can easily filter events in the list by any criteria, so you'll find them even faster. Finally if you need to communicate the failures or the events, export the report to HTML, Microsoft Excel or tab-separated text files.