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8StartButton

N/A

5 (861)

8StartButton gives your Windows 8 the start button that appears in the version of the operating system that was released a few months ago. The button works perfectly and lets you access all the programs and tools on your computer. You can even customize it according to your preferences. Aside from being able to completely customize the programs, you can also change the size and position of the different windows that make up the layout. 8StartButton lets you easily shut down, reset, or put your PC to sleep, as well as access all your folders and programs with just a click.

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MouseWrangler

Jackass JoeJoe

5 (622)

MouseWrangler is an application that uses preset mouse gestures to carry out different actions. You'll be able to use this tool to automate Windows tasks, such as closing programs or saving files, for example. You can save as many gestures as you like and configure them so that a particular mouse move will carry out the associated task. The program is compatible with any application, meaning you won't be limited to using the gestures only with certain programs. MouseWrangler also includes a notepad where you can practice the gestures and get used to using the program.

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UnPowerIt Now!

Dmitriy Apraksin

2 (1029)

UnPowerIt Now! is a really simple tool that basically puts your computer to sleep after it finishes any specific task that it's running. It's a great utility for when you have to leave your PC performing a task for a long period of time. Thanks to UnPowerIt Now! you won't have to wait for your computer to finish downloading a huge file, or for the antivirus to finish scanning the whole system. This application can shut down, sleep, hibernate, or even restart your PC after these processes end. The program is really easy to use: you just have to assign a date for the task being performed or start a countdown for your computer to shut down automatically. You can also set it up so it shuts down after the CPU activity falls below a certain level you set. If you want to customize the program interface, there are five skins for you to choose from.

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Touchpad Blocker

KARPOLAN

4 (654)

If you type a lot on your laptop at full speed, something like this has probably happened to you before: you're typing and all of a sudden you realize your cursor is four paragraphs above where you were writing, mixing up all your words and sentences. Touchpad Blocker is a very simple and lightweight program designed to lock the keyboard touchpad while you're typing so your cursor won't keep jumping from one place to another. Touchpad Blocker prevents this by temporarily freezing the touchpad so you can type quickly and without interruption. Simply run the program and set up your personal options, such as the interval time to block clicks and a keyboard shortcut to unlock the touchpad. The program will run on startup and is compatible with all touchpads. Hugely useful for any laptop user.

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AlomWare Reset

AlomWare

4 (788)

When your computer's running slow and you want to restart it, sometimes the whole process can take too much time. AlomWare Reset helps you reset your computer in a really simple and fast way, so you won't need to use the traditional method ever again. This program can close all open programs, end active processes, clear the clipboard and recent documents, and free up memory – in short, everything that happens when you restart your system, but without having to wait for it. Once you open AlomWare Reset, a message will appear to make sure you want to reset. (Don't forget to save your edits on documents and other files first so you don't lose any information.) In short, this tool gives your computer all the benefits of a manual reset but without having to wait forever for the process to be completed. Your computer can recover its normal performance speed with just a click and in just a few seconds.

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ControlUWP

Builtbybel

4 (870)
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Privatezilla

Builtbybel

5 (520)
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CmdEasy

Teckee

3 (786)
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Start Everywhere

WinTools.Info

2 (817)
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Windows 7 in a box

Big Daddy Design

2 (699)

All those users who want to look inside the new Windows OS will welcome this application that gives easy access to all configuration menus, internal options, Internet settings and more from a single window. Yes, you will not have to deal and browse through menus, you will have all option just there. Very well organised and easy to access, that's what you want and that's what Windows 7 in a box offers you. The name of the program is the perfect definition of what it is. You have everything in a box. Windows 7 in a box doesn't require installation and it consumes very few resources. In fact it can be stored in a pendrive and run from the pendrive with no problems.

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Rapid Environment Editor

Oleg Danilov

4 (880)

You may have not heard about environment variables, an environment variable is a parameter of the OS which determines the way the system will work. One example could be the PATH, which indicates the file system paths where you can launch a process from just typing its name. Rapid Environment Editor is a free application for Windows specialized in addition, edition and deletion of those variables as well as listing the different system variables in the environment. It's not difficult to use if you know what you are working on, choose the name and the kind of variable you want to edit and give it a value. You'll automatically see the variable in the list.

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RivaTuner

Unwinder

2 (823)

RivaTuner is the best way to get the most out of your NVIDIA GeForce or ATI Radeon video card. This tool gives you access to a whole range of advanced options with which we will be able to squeeze out the performance of our video card, configuring aspects of it which are difficult to access in a conventional way. The program has an interface which divides each area it works on in tabs, and in which we will find options ranging from the possibility to modify the DirectDraw or OpenGL parameters to all the necessary to edit the value assigned to the registry entries belonging to the video card, being also able to generate a complete report about the present state of your video card and its characteristics.

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Regalyzer

Patrick Michael Kolla

3 (1074)

Sometimes you have to make changes to your system registry, and to do that, you have to use the default registry editor in Windows. However, this can make the task more troublesome than it has to be. Regalyzer is a free application for Windows that does the same actions that you can do with the default registry editor, plus some extra actions as well. These features let you reverse changes, use the search tool, support markers on the registry, make new entry types, and access the entries in different ways. All of this makes Regalyzer an application that can be really useful if you frequently edit the registry editor on Windows.

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Windows Lurker

mhyst

3 (1027)
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PC Info

GVG

2 (1094)

Despite what you may think at first glance, PC Info is not a program that simply detects the components that make up your system, but instead is a complete database administrator for PC data. The program has an interface that can accommodate virtually any aspect of your computer. PC Info lets you add as many computers as you want, so it is especially useful for computing technicians or those who regularly work with their client´s machines. Personal information, information relating to operating systems, motherboards, hard disks, memory, applications, and peripherals are all included. Info PC can have a custom tab ready for every PC that it is introduced to in just a matter of minutes, so maintaining an up to date database has never been easier

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AuditISX 2006

Krolrules Software

2 (1013)
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VIA 4-in-1 Driver

VIA Technologies, Inc.

4 (746)

VIA Hyperion are some drivers for circuit boards that include the Via chipset. This is the second version of the 4-in-1 packs that bring together the Hyperion drivers. Once you install these drivers, you'll experience improvement in the performance of your circuit board. They should also solve some hardware incompatibilities. If you need help, you can access the installation guide.

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Windows 7 Taskbar Thumbnail Customizer

Kishan Bagaria

4 (1032)

Windows 7 Taskbar Thumbnail Customizer is a free application for Windows that allows you to modify the appearance of the thumbnails found on the taskbar in Windows 7. You can edit four different aspects of the taskbar: thumbnail size, spacing, margin, and text height. The changes that you make will be visible immediately after confirmation, without any need to log off or restart your computer. Windows 7 Taskbar Thumbnail Customizer also incorporates the ability to restore the default settings of the taskbar.

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SE-TrayMenu

SE-SOFT

2 (1033)

SE TrayMenu is a small application that makes opening up any program on the task bar simple. After installing the program, a little icon will appear next to your computer's clock. When you hover your mouse over it, a small window containing different programs will pop up. SE TrayMenu automatically includes Notepad, Paint, and other basic applications on its list, but you can add your favorite programs by going to the configuration options. SE TrayMenu is a very useful tool that will save you a lot of time when opening up applications.

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Sinvise Shutdow Timer

Sinvise Systems

5 (633)
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Advanced Mouse Auto Clicker

N/A

3 (613)

Advanced Mouse Auto Clicker is a curious tool that allows you to click automatically without needing to press the buttons on the mouse. In the program settings, you can choose a series of options, such as the frequency of clicks (in seconds, minutes, and hours), and the button utilized (left, central, or right), if it is double or single clicks, or if you want the cursor to return to a specific point on the screen after completing the operation. To enable the application, you have a couple keyboard shortcuts that will save you from even more hassle, because now you can complete some complex tasks without needing to reach for the mouse. Advanced Mouse Auto Clicker is a very peculiar application, whose usefulness will depend largely on the user's needs. For some, it will be completely useless, while others will find it to be a a lot of help.

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MouseFIGHTER

Phonepilot

4 (748)

MouseFIGHTER is a unique tool with which you can move the mouse cursor using your keyboard. Before you start using the program you need to configure the keys you want use. By default you use the arrow keys to move the cursor around, A to left-click, S to right-click, and Caps Lock to alternate between using the keyboard and mouse. Despite how it might look at first, using the keyboard to move the mouse can actually be pretty comfortable. For instance, when you move the cursor over a place where you can write, it shows it to you automatically, and just by clicking on that white space you can start typing with the keyboard as usual. MouseFIGHTER is a pretty interesting application that's definitely worth trying out.

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UAC Controller Tool

N/A

5 (625)

Are you one of those users wo usually modify the Operating System? Don't you want tto be asked to allow any program to do something repetitively? UAC Controller Tool is the tool you need to change User Access Control settings easily Change the settings and set the ones you prefer not to be asked for permission for certain actions. The program offers 5 options and changes will applied automatically without having to restart the system. UAC Controller Tool is accessible from system tray, so you'll be able to change settings whenever you need to do it without having to mess around menus and more.

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HWM BlackBox

N/A

4 (837)

HWM BlackBox is a program designed to give you information about the most important parts of your computer's hardware in a quick and simple way. The program is divided in five main tabs in which you can find every single detail about your computer's processor, RAM, graphic card, and motherboard. In the fifth tab, there's a performance test that's only available for users of Windows Vista and Seven. Those who still have Windows XP won't be able to make use of this interesting feature. HWM BlackBox provides you with lots of useful information in an executable file that's both lightweight and portable. This can be really convenient if you wanna carry it with you at all times in a USB flash drive.

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Dacris Benchmarks

Dacris Software

5 (773)

Dacris Benchmarks is acurious performance test application that will tell you how your computer work when running a certain application. It will show you data according to CPU charge, RAM, HD,Video card,... and the most interesting is that it will tell you how it changes when you run any application, so you'll know if your computer supports it well or not. The best way to use it is to start from zero, do the test and then, run the application we want to test and do the test again. It's perfect in case we are not sure if our computer can run the application and how it affects it. Once the test will be finished you'll be able to export reports as HTML, Excel or a chart in the program's interface. Don't hesitate, Dacris Benchmarks can be really helpful in case of doubts

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Nyan Cat Progress Bar

batya239

3 (1073)

Nyan Cat Progress Bar does exactly what you would expect it to do: it replaces your standard Windows progress bar with the famous flying poptart cat, Nyan Cat And that's it. Don't expect anything more from this app. You can disable it for certain processes and programs, but the options end there. Nyan Cat Progress Bar is not the most useful application in the world, but it certainly has that special something that will make it a must-have for lots of people.

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MultiMon

Resplendence Software

4 (969)

MultiMon is a real-time process monitoring tool that lets you see what's going on inside your computer at all times. The program offers three different types of monitoring. The first focuses on the file activity from the point of view of the application itself. The second lets you do the same from the perspective of the system files. And the last one lets you 'oversee' files from the Windows manager. In addition to this, MultiMon lets you monitor the clipboard, keyboard, and activities in progress. If you're interested, the result of your activities can be exported in a text document where you can clearly see all the information. MultiMon is a tool geared toward people with relatively advanced IT knowledge. If this isn't your case, you probably won't find it very useful.

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StartW8

N/A

4 (934)

StartW8 is a small application that, once installed, recovers the beloved Windows start button for users of Windows 8. When you install the program, the start button returns to its place in the lower left-hand corner of the screen where it belongs. Clicking on the button reveals everything you'd expect: recent programs, documents, images, videos, computer shutdown, etc. In addition to all that, StartW8 allows you to make some other configurations to the start menu. Among those is the language as well as exactly which elements you'd like to be displayed when you open the menu. StartW8 is the ideal application for all of those users who changed to Windows 8 but still miss the classic start button. This way, you'll always have it close by. And, best of all, you don't have to pay anything - it's completely free.

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WinMetro

IOBit Software

3 (693)

The Metro desktop is clearly Windows 8´s most important innovation, and while some hate it, others have been greatly impressed. With WinMetro you will be able to try the Metro desktop without updating your Windows. It works in the exact same way as the original, running from the start and in the background to integrate with your system. You can access the desktop by clicking the program´s icon in the toolbar or in the inferior left corner, like in Windows 8. If you bring the mouse nearer to the right side of the screen in the traditional desktop, the lateral bar will also appear and you will be able to access it through there. Once in WinMetro, we will be able to see relevant information like the calendar, the weather, the stock-market and shortcuts to our photos, Facebook and Twitter or Skydrive. A list with our most used programs will appear to the right. The application can be configured to open by default when Windows starts, and this way it will be more similar to Windows 8. This is the best way to have this function without needing to update or a possibility for the hesitant is to try the Metro desktop before taking the leap.

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02 May 2025

How to create a photo slideshow with avs video editor?

Learn how to create a stunning slideshow with AVS Photo Editor. Follow simple steps and enhance your memories today!

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07 Jun 2024

Google Integrates Find My Device with Family Link for Better Tracking

Google has upgraded its Find My Device network to support Family Link, enabling parents to track their children's Android phones more easily. Devices linked to a Google account via Family Link can now be viewed in a separate tab, enhancing location tracking for families.

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07 Jun 2024

Google улучшила Find My Device, добавив поддержку Family Link

Google улучшила сеть Find My Device, добавив поддержку Family Link. Теперь родители могут видеть местоположение устройств, связанных с их аккаунтом Google через Family Link, в отдельной вкладке, что упрощает отслеживание телефонов Android их детей.

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