ShutdownIt

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AutoStreamer

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PlacesBar Constructor

Boyarick.Net

Desktop Info

Glenn Delahoy

Desktop Info shows real time system info in the upper right corner of the desktop. If you access settings of the program you can change the position of the information and resize it. You can also change the colours as well as the parameters shown in the information box. Desktop Info doesn't need to be installed, it's run with just one click and remains on until we close it from the task admin. Finally, it consumes very few resources and it can be very useful if you want to control your system status.

Start-Q

Amazon

Start-Q allows you to make Windows startup more dynamic and optimize it through a simple interface. We can add or remove programs from the list of applications run at startup and modify some parameters. We can save different configurations to test new ones and, in case of no results, go back to the previous configuration. Probably, the most interesting feature of Start-Q is the possibility to order processes by relevance. By this way, loading the most important programs first, the startup will be really faster. If you feel your computer takes too long to start, Start-Q can solve your problem.

Hotkeyz

Skynergy

HotKeyz is a lite program that allows you to assign key combinations to applications or folders and, by that way, access folders or run applications quickly. By dfault, the program assign some key combinations to the most common tasks, like shut down, volume down or up or open the web browser. Of course, we can create new hotkeys and assign them to folders, applications and actions. Run your favorite game, open the movie folder, minimize applications,... HotKeyz is very easy to use, and it can speed up the way you use your computer.

AltDrag

Stefan Sundin

Altdrag is an easy-to-use application designed to help you when doing a very common task: drag and resize windows. It doesn't need to be installed, although you can set it to run at Windows startup. Altdrag changes the way you drag windows over the screen. When it is running you only have to keep Alt pressed and click on any part of the window you want to move and, keeping both Alt and left click pressed, drag the window to the place you want. This function is specially useful in computers with a small screen, because sometimes it's hard to click on the little title bar. If you press the right click, you'll change the size of the window. In short, Altdrag is an application that at first can seem to be useless, but those users who own a netbook will find it really helpful.

StartupStar

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StartupStar is an application that allows the user to manage and control the programs run during Windows startup. The interface is very intuitive and presents a list of the programs that are run in Windows startup. There, the user can perform actions and change settings. In addition you can create different profiles with different programs run during startup to choose the one you want or go back if you feel you miss something. By this way, StartupStart can be really helpful to make your systen start faster.

Security Process Explorer

Glarysoft

Security Process Explorer is an extended and powered up version of the Windows Task Manager that allows you to get more information quickly. We'll have at a glance the name of the program , the CPU usage, detailed information about each and every process and it indicates whether a process is safe or not. Terminate processes with a single click and block any unwanted process or malware. If you don't know exactly what a process is, search for it in Google from the interface of the program. Security Process Explorer is an interesting application, better than the original Windows task manager.

TsRebootTimer

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TsRebootTimer is an application that's so lightweight it doesn't even have an interface. The mission of the program consists of a simple command that restarts your computer in one minute's time. How you use TsRebootTimer depends on your needs, but in reality it's not good for much more than playing a simple joke on a friend.

SecondShell

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SecondShell is a lite program that doesn't require to be installed whose goal is to make Windows more dynamic. It allows you to move windows just pressing ALT and clicking the left button of the mouse on any part of the window. If you decide to click the right button you will be able to resize the window. By the way, we'll enjoy two hotkeys to enlarge or shorten windows just horizontally or vertically. That's specially usefull if you need to read large documents. SecondShell is an useful application that adds some functions to Windows that can be really helpful to save time.

ZonkPC

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ZonkPC is a lite application that allows you to switch off, restart or close session at an scheduled time. The program is so light that it doesn't require to be installed and it's very easy to use. ZonkPC is ideal for those days when we have to leave but we don't want to switch off the computer at that moment because something is being downloaded or any process is taking place. In that moment, you can run ZonkPC, select the time when you want the computer to be shut off and leave with no worries.

StartupSelector

Mike Lin

Startup Selector is an application that allows you to manage the Windows startup. Thanks to this lite program you will be able to access the list of programs and processes started during startup and choose wheter to keep them, remove them or add new ones. Once you have configured it, you can save it as a profile and load it whenever you need it. Of course, you can previously save a backup of the startup configuration in case you need it again. If you feel that Windows takes too long to load, check it with StartupSelector and change what you think it's necessary.

OpenTempus

Juan Leyva

OpenTempus is an application to keep track of and account for the time you spend in front of your computer. You can, for example, record the time you spend browsing with Mozilla Firefox, visiting a specific website, watching movies, or doing any other task. Among the many available options, you have the possibility to control what other people do on your PC. OpenTempus requires no installation and uses very few resources, making it perfect for slower computers. OpenTempus is a very interesting application for people who want to get an idea of the amount of time spent in front of the computer, which is probably quite a lot.

Instant Elevator Music

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Instant Elevator Music is a curious application that play elevator music each time a progress bar make you wait while working with the PC. That means that anytime you install an application, you'll listen to that typical music. It features many different tracks. By default, you'll listen to a modified Super MArio Bros song, although you can change it whenever you want. Of course, you can add your own music files. It's a curious program which offers many configurationn options. Give it a try, it's funny and it will surprise your friends.

SystemNucleus

Spencer Salva

SystemNucleus is a powerful tool to manage and edit all your computer's resources from one single window. It's quick, convenient, and extremely effective. From the program interface, you can access a list of all the drivers on your computer, the installed programs, the running processes, and the services that run on Windows startup. Each of these tools opens in a different tab inside the SystemNucleus window. From each one, you can uninstall or close any application and even do it by the batch. This means you can, for example, select seven programs and uninstall them all with just a click. Other interesting features you have available include the option to restore the system to a previous status, or back up drivers and registries. Likewise, with just a click you can open a tab with all the information about your computer and peripherals, and change them if you want to. SystemNucleus is a comprehensive application that lets you do practically anything from a user-friendly interface. If you're the type of person who likes to have control over your computer, don't hesitate to give it a try.

Schedule Start Stop

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Schedule Start Stop is a simple tool to automate the times at which your programs run or close. To program a task you follow three steps: select an application, process, or folder; choose whether you want it to run or close; and, lastly, set the time when this will happen. The additional options let you run a program if you leave your device inactive for a long time or keep a program from running if you don't have much battery left (only for laptops). Schedule Start Stop is a very useful application for automating all kinds of programs, including antivirus programs, defraggers, etc.

Logon Screen

Stardock Corporation

Logon Screen is a free application for Windows that allows you to change the Windows 7 logon screen in an easy way. Once installed, you can access it using the shortcut on desktop or right-clicking any empty area on desktop and choosing it in the right-click menu. Then, you'll find it so easy. You'l only have to choose the image you want to set as backgroud for the logon screen. If the mage size doesn't fit the screen perfectly, the program will stretch it, don't worry. This is one of the easiest ways to change the Window 7 logon screen.

AgataSoft HotKey Manager

AgataSoft

AgataSoft HotKey Manager is a shortcut manager that lets you quickly access any app, open or close the CD tray, and shut down or restart your computer – all by simply hitting the right key combo. The program’s interface lets you view all the options at a quick glance, meaning you just need to click on a button to add a shortcut. Then decide what process the shortcut will carry out and the corresponding key combo. The program already contains the most common shortcuts: CTRL + D takes you to the desktop while CTRL + M opens My Computer and CTRL+ALT+P shuts down your computer. But you can edit these and make all the changes you’d like. AgataSoft HotKey Manager is a very interesting tool for many users because it lets you open any program in just seconds without having to even touch the mouse.

Windows Error Lookup Tool

Gunner Software

THow many ties has Windows crashed and it has given you an error code you din't know what it meant? Now, and thanks to this application you will be able to know what has happened exactly. Just rn Windows Error Lookup Tool and ener the code given in the rror. The application will tell you what it means. Windows Error Lookup Tool is an interesting application because it can help you solve those problems that make your PC crash.

FilerFrog

Oren Bengigi and Refael Dakar

FilerFrog is a small tool that, once installed, will add a new option whenever you right-click on any file or on the desktop itself. When you select and right-click on several files, you can perform very useful operations like quickly renaming the batch (setting a number or a keyword), encrypting them (setting a password that restricts its use), or extracting them (in the case of compressed files). Other tools, depending on where you right-click, include automatic image resizing, or organizing the desktop using different (nice-looking) appearances. FilerFrog is a very comprehensive tool that lets you perform dozens of actions that would normally take you a few minutes in a matter of seconds and with just a single click.

WinRescue 7

Super Win Software, Inc.

WinRescue is a tool made for making copies of Windows so that, if there is ever a problem that alters your operating system's registry, you can recover your settings quickly and easily. The application lets you make all kinds of backups: a complete backup, which is self-explanatory; an incremental backup, which makes copies of files with recent modifications; and a replacement backup, which makes copies of indicated files to use as replacements. Besides its main purpose, WinRescue also lets you open compressed files and the files in which you store your backups, letting you choose exactly what you want to restore at any moment. WinRescue is a very useful tool that lets you track different versions of your computer safely. This way, you can easily restore your computer to an earlier state without any problems.

TimeComX

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TimeComX is a very simple tool that you can use to organize many different types of activities to make sure they are automatically accomplished after a certain amount of time. You can use this tool to program restarts, monitor or computer shut downs, videos and sounds, file and webpage executions, and even screenshots. The different options offered will let you make the TimeComX window always visible, on top of whatever task you're completing (this option is ideal for those instances where the countdown is about to begin), or hide it, which means that you won't notice it until the countdown has hit zero. TimeComX is a very interesting app, since it lets you program activities and reminders, with time intervals that range from a few minutes to a few months.

DelayedSleep

Bust A TECH

DelayedSleep is a small app to put your computer to sleep automatically. The options include setting up a countdown or a specific hour of the day. In any case, you'll see a countdown that will minimize into your system's tray after a few seconds. You can click on the countdown icon at any given time to stop or reconfigure it. DelayedSleep takes up very little space on your hard drive and doesn't require any installation. This is perfect, for example, for all those times when you need to go out but you have something that needs to finish downloading.

Stims

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Stims is a simple application that prevents your computer from turning off accidentally, or sleeping or shutting down due to inactivity. You can program Stims to run from 30 minutes to two days, or even permanently, if you want. It works simply by simulating pressing a shift key every minute you leave it running. One of the best features of Stims is its small size (it's much smaller than an image). This means that you can easily take it with you on a USB drive and run it anywhere without installation. Stims is an interesting application. It will always ask twice for your confirmation before restarting your computer, which is useful when you're installing various applications and might accidentally select 'restart now.'

CDReader

DigitalSystem

CDReader is the application you need if you want to know if the files you have stored i your HD are in perfect conditions or not. The procedure is as easy as effective: It scans all files one by one and, once the analysis is complete it creates a report indicating if there is any file with problems. CDReader is very light, it doesn't require to be installed ad it will let you have all your files in perfect conditions.

Jar2Exe

RegEx Lab

Jar2Exe is a utility that allows you to convert any Java files pack (somewhat more inconvenient to open in Windows) into an executable EXE. The program will guide you through the whole process, which is made up of six very simple steps in which you will have to choose which file you want to convert, how you want it converted, and among other things, which icon and version you'll assign to it. When you finish, you will have created a simple executable that can be easily moved and opened in any version of Windows without a problem. Jar2Exe is a very intuitive app that practically will lead you by the hand through the process, and that does what it says it does to perfection.

XP UpdatePack

Manuel Hoefs

XP UpdatePack is a useful tool that allows you to access - free - all the Windows XP updates that came later than Service Pack 3. The program offers up all available updates for programs that are installed alongside Window, so new versions of Internet Explorer and Windows Media Player, for example, are not supported. XP UpdatePack is an interesting application, that will come in handy for those users still working with Windows XP, but in need of the latest version.

Selector

FavesSoft

Selector is a lite program which doesn't require to be installed that gives you easy access to most used applications. The first thing you have to do is to set a hotkey that will open the main window of the program, from then on, if you press e.g. 'shift+spacebar', you'll see a cute interface featuiring those shortcuts. If you usually run the same programs and want tohave all of them at a hand, Selector can be very useful. You will not have the desktop full of icons, but you'll find shortcuts within a snap.

Burg

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Burg is a lite application that allows you to choose the opreating system you want to be run at startup. The program supports Linux, Windows, OSX, Solaris and FreeBSD amond a good bunch of them. If you have more than one operating system installed and you want to decide which one will be run, Burg can be really useful.