UltraCompare

IDM Computer Solutions

UltraCompare is the ideal tool for people who usually work on big-scale projects that require the constant updating of certain files. Thanks to this application, you can check if the two files to compare are equal or show differences both in size and in content, which can be especially useful for text or programming documents. UltraCompare is also quite useful to delete repetitive files that only occupy useful space of the hard disk because it can track complete directories and even realize different combinations. The program allows you to determine favorite folders and incorporate file modification functions.

ExtremeCopy

EaserSoft

ExtremeCopy is a tool that lets you copy and paste files faster than what Windows does as a default. The free version, which is ready for downloading, gives you the same options as the paid version, but the difference is that it doesn't show the program's window. That means that you'll have to finish off the operation directly from Windows' contextual menu. You copy the normally and afterwards you can choose the option to paste it and where it will appear. ExtremeCopy is a pretty cool tool that lets you move a ton of files and folders from one computer to another. If that is the case, you should at least check it out.

Bitcasa

Bitcasa

It is increasingly more common to find yourself juggling between more and more platforms and having to use files on several different devices. It can, at times, be quite a hassle, and you find yourself needing an external hard drive or flash memory with you. With Bitcasa, you get free online storage, so you can always access your files from any device with an internet connection. The application creates a virtual hard drive on your computer, onto which you can add files by dragging and dropping them, or using the context menu. It also gives you the option of mirroring any folder on your device, so that files which are added or modified in those folders are automatically updated in Bitcasa. This is, without doubt, a great option for storing files which you may need to access anywhere, or which you want to share with friends, or quite simply a great free way of freeing up space on your hard drive without having to purchase any expensive equipment.

FreeFileSync Portable

Rare Ideas LLC

It's important to keep backup copies of all of your files and important information, just in case something happens and your new files are replaced by older, out-of-date versions. But making new copies every single day is pretty tiresome, which is why there's an app called FreeFileSync. FreeFileSync helps you synchronize your files and folders for free so that you can securely manage your backup copies. It checks to see if a change has been made to a file, and if so, makes a new copy of that file. This tool gives you several different ways to compare and synchronize all of your folders: - Mirror mode: changes made to a folder are applied, and earlier versions are erased. - Update: copies files from one site to another, respecting the destination folder - Automatic: both folders finish the synchronization process with the same files. FreeFileSync's interface is easy to navigate, and doesn't require you to have any serious computer experience to use it successfully.

Temple

The SZ

Temple is a handy tool to provide all relevant information about the various USB devices you have connected to a single computer, allowing you to both detect and update your drivers. Among other things, this program will display specific information about each device and the protocols they support, plus the serial number, manufacturer, transfer rate (if it's a hard drive or a removable drive), and even the driver installed. The program constantly updates the changes to the devices so you can always know if there is some kind of disconnection when you're using a specific USB. Each one will be highlighted in bold by name, after which you will see a generic description, the manufacturer name, the version used, power information, and other data of interest. Temple is a good application to find out if a USB port doesn't work, since the detection of a new device is automatic. The program also includes a feature for saving data with which you can create a text file recording everything related to the devices connected to each USB at the time of saving.

iMyFone TunesMate

iMyFone Technology Co., Ltd._1

IMyFone TunesMate is an essential app for anyone who uses an Apple mobile device, but has Windows computer at home. With this comprehensive program, you can manage iPhones, iPods and iPads with iOS 7.0 or later, in a simple and easy way, and without any limitations. Basically, IMyFone TunesMate is a refined version of iTunes, with more features. Using IMyFone TunesMate is easy. Just plug your device into your computer, and once your computer recognizes it, you have unrestricted access to your Apple device's photos, music, videos, and installed apps. This programs also lets you import or export any or all of the files on your apple device, as well as create backups at the touch of a button. On top of all that, IMyFone TunesMate is compatible with iTunes, so both programs can share files and information.

Alternate File Move

Alternate Tools

Alternate File Move is an incredibly useful tool that lets you copy the contents of one folder to another in a simple, comfortable, fast, and easy way. Even better, it offers a host of features designed to help you copy the content you want with as few actions as possible, saving you time and effort in the process. All you have to do is choose the destination folder and the source folder. Once both locations are selected, you can compare all the files in both by size, various dates, and content. Thanks to this comparison feature, you can copy only what you need without accidentally duplicating unnecessary files. You can also automate these processes with extra features offered by this tool, such as a file replacement system that you can customize according to your needs. Alternate File Move also lets you delete files you don't want to keep at the end of the process or create new folders before transferring, all without having to exit the tool. With all these actions at your disposal, syncing files and organizing them correctly will be a breeze, since you can do it all from this tool's interface. In short, Alternate File Move is a great tool for copying and syncing all the content from one folder to another without forgetting files or copying files unnecessarily. Thanks to the comparison feature, you can see everything you're doing in a more visual way, making it easier for you to work with larger folders or a greater number of files.

mysys

IntegriTech Inc.

A Window into your System! Do you have a lot of files? Do you spend too much time navigating hundreds of folders? Do you sometimes forget where a file is? mysys will be your new home away from all the pesky folders! News Flash: Version 2 now reads the file tables directly dramatically improving DB creation speed! If you have mapped network or encrypted drives a popup will ask which ones to include in the database. Those drives will take longer to index depending on the network connection speed. CD/DVD/Flash drives will not be indexed, only Fixed drives and optionally Network/encrypted drives. Use the Schedule button to create a Windows Task Schedule so the indexing happens at a time which is most convenient. To delete the task just click Cancel. Once the database is created you are ready to find files, fast! In the top left text box, type any filename and hit enter or click Search. Wild cards are supported such as read*.txt. You can use AND/OR/- like: this OR that the - is to exclude like: this -notthat. Use double quotes to find whole phrases. Use brackets like: (afoldername or anotherfolder) and (*.c or *.rc or *.h) For that example you would check on the 'Include folder names' option and probably the 'Exact match' option also otherwise will find *.cs, *.css, *.hpp, etc... You can use the Containing text box to search within the files found. Contents are never indexed but uses a fast highly multi-threaded algorithm. File sizes, Dates and Attributes are all read live off the disk, these are not stored in the database.

Guiffy eXpert Windows

Guiffy Software, Inc

Guiffy eXpert is a visual file compare Diff tool, Merge tool, and Folder compare tool all-in-one that makes comparing, merging, and upgrading sources as easy and reliable as possible. Guiffy comes with: command line interfaces, an API package, Eclipse and NetBeans integrations and Explorer integration. Guiffy recognizes over 150 source file encoding formats (such as UTF8, UTF16, and many other mutlti-byte formats). Advanced visual compare features include in-line difference highlighting and syntax highlighting for more than 20 source code languages. Our Trustworthy 3-way merge, SureMerge, was designed from day 1 to avoid all the problems that plague other 3-way diff based merge tools. SureMerge surpasses all other merge tools with its intelligent hybrid algorithms and ease-of-use. See our SureMerge White Paper which includes test kit files for evaluating 3-way merge tools. Guiffy is implemented entirely in Java with a Swing GUI.

FileTypesMan

Nir Sofer

That we are able to open a .doc file with Microsoft Word or an .mp3 with Winamp, is not magic. Every file type is associated with a program that runs it by default when you double click on it. FileTypesMan is an application that will help us be better informed about these relationships and if we deem appropriate, edit them as we wish. One of the main reasons to use FileTypesMans to associate an orphan file to an application, is so that it can be executed like any other file. If you want to have control over your files and the applications that run them, this is an excellent option.

LockHunter

CrystalRich Ltd.

Have you ever tried to delete a file and couldn't because some unknown process was using it? Thanks to this tool, you don't have to restart your computer in order to delete it. LockHunter lets you get rid of these stubborn files without interrupting whatever else you're doing. LockHunter detects which process is using the file and forces the process to release it so you can delete the file with no problem. But that's not all: LockHunter also shows you which process is using the file and additional information about it, and it even lets you kill the process. Another interesting feature is that you can use the application directly from the context menu by right-clicking the file and selecting What is locking this file?

Directory Opus

GPSoftware

The fact that Windows users aren't happy with this operating system's file explorer isn’t really news and began many years ago. Its continuous ups and downs, sporadic crashes, and slowness are a real pain in the neck for many users. But there are very few alternatives to the explorer out there, although Opus is bent on being one of the best. The panels that show the folders and their contents can be organized in six different ways. The integrated multimedia player lets you watch videos, listen to music, and view pictures without having to leave the application. Other interesting functions are a hexadecimal editor and an MP3 tags editor. Each user can configure the programs entire interface and decide which toolbars will be available and which won't. Don't miss the one in the lower part that shows a folder’s route in the shape of bread crumbs (and also lets you access it and the rest of the subfolders by clicking on the name). Apart from that, during the program's installation, you can decide if you want Directory Opus to substitute the Explorer as your predetermined file manager, FTP client, or ZIP compressor.

WinMend File Splitter

Winmend

You probably remember Hacha, possibly the most popular program for splitting and merging files that has ever been created. Well, if you're looking for a similar tool that's been adapted to the needs of today's users, we recommend trying WinMend File Splitter. WinMend File Splitter is an application that lets you split all kinds of files into as many parts as you need. You can indicate the number of portions you want your file to be divided into or the size of each portion. The process is fast, and in a matter of seconds you can split apart relatively large files. To merge them later you'll just need to install WinMend File Splitter onto the device where you want to save the original file and that's it. No complications. Without a doubt this is a recommendable option for when you need to split apart large files.

R-Drive Image

R-tools Technology Inc.

R-Drive Image is a powerful tool that you can use to create a disk image of your hard drive - a duplicate or backup copy of everything on the drive. With it, it's possible to create logical disks and partitions without interrupting your operating system at work. The resulting disk images can then be stored on extractable units, like CDs or DVDs. R-Drive can restore the image in the original disk, in any of its partitions, or even in free space. R-Drive Image uses a simple graphic interface that enables you to easily restore your operating system and blocked partitions. It also makes it easy to create boot disks and CDs. You can use R-Drive to recover your information after a system crash, virus attack, or general hardware failure. You'll also save time when configuring your computer at work, because if you want multiple computers to be identical, you can just make one disk images and apply it to various machines. Finally, if you would like to recover specific files, R-Drive allows you to create a virtual drive and extract just the files that you need.

Unstoppable copier

RoadKil

Have you ever lost important information which was stored in a CD and now you can?t have it again? If you need to recover your data from your scratched CDs, damaged disks or defective floppy/hard disks, you need a piece of software like this: Unstoppable copier is your solution. How does Unstoppable copier works? Normally when your computer is unable to copy a file from a damaged disk it will abort and delete the portition of the file it has copied, but Unstoppable Copier will continue copying the file right to the end; You will be able to decide the recovering level, and, if you wish, select a starting folder and the program will copy all data from it and any sub folders it may contain. You can use Unstoppable copier for many purposes, not only for recovering data. You can also use it to copy data from a folder to other, from a device into other. Maybe this is not the first program which recovers data from damaged disks, but it is one of the free group, so it becomes special.

File Scavenger

QueTek

File Scavenger is one of the best programs around to recover deleted files. You can find the deleted files by type, this means you search for any kind of file you have on your computer. So, if you are looking for a PDF file, just choose that extension and begin to track it down. It works on any device, whether it be a hard disk, a ZIP drive, a USB key, memory card or RAID system. The file systems that you can work with are NTFS and FAT (12, 16, 32). It is an ideal tool for data recovery in the following eventualities: - Corrupted discs. - Deleted or formatted partitions. - Damaged drives with bad sectors. File Scavenger can show the full path to where a file was located, and comes with two search modes: rapid and complete.

Turbo File Uneraser

VideoDownloader_1

Drive Secure

Drive Secure

Drive Secure is a lite program that offers you extra protection for your data storage. It can password protect your different HDs. It's easy, choose the drive you want to protect and enter a password. From then on, if anyone tries to explore that drive, he'll need to insert the password to access it. Drive Secure 2 also offers the possibility of hiding those units and avoid the use of registry edition. If you are worried about your privacy and don't want anyone accessing your information, Drive Secure can be a good coice to help you.

TweakNow SecureDelete

TwakNow

TweakNow SecureDelete is a simple but effective tool that will let you destroy any fileor folder from the hard disk permanently. It's easy, you only need to select the files or folders you want to delete and then click the delete button. They'll have disappeared in a few seconds. This can be very useful in case you work with private data you don't want to be viewed by the rest of users. By this way you delete files and make them not to be recoverable using any file recovery software. TweakNow SecureDelete makes this task to be easy, thatmenas youdon't have to doextra actions, just selectfiles and delete them. Make sure you are deleting the files you want, because you won't be able to recover them by any method.

Mobile Master Copy Station

Jumping Bytes

Mobile Master Copy Station is a tool that lets you transfer your mobile phone data from one device to another, regardless of the manufacturer of either. From the program you can also edit certain data elements on your phone such as the agenda, contacts list, or calendar. You can also back up all this info and store it on your PC so you can later transfer it to wherever you need it. The program interface is very smooth: all your important mobile phone options will appear in the left-hand column, and the rest in the window where you can carry out the different possible operations. Mobile Master Copy Station is a highly interesting app for any user that needs to swap to a new mobile phone: it will keep you from losing any of the large amount of data you might have stored on your device.

Macrorit Disk Partition Expert Free

Macrorit® from Bada Technology

Macrorit Disk Partition Expert Free is a tool for Windows that helps you create partitions of your hard drives so you can store information or easily and independently work on them. The app helps you quickly access your information. Macrorit Disk Partition Expert Free lets you create partitions with just one click. You can also protect your partitions from future problems such as an unexpected power outage. Easily manage your partitions or convert NTFS into FAT32 without losing any data. Another great feature of this app is that you quickly and automatically defragment the disk. Create as many partitions as you need and work with all your information in the most comfortable way.

Merge PDF Files

Aryson Technologies

Merge PDF Files is a must-have tool for anyone who works regularly with PDF files. With just a few clicks, you can combine an unlimited number of files into a single PDF file. The PDF format is one of the most common when it comes to sharing and storing documents thanks to its versatility and ease of use. The only problem with this type of file is that Windows doesn't come with any programs to work with them by default. This is where Merge PDF Files comes in: with just a few steps, you can combine and organize all your PDFs quickly and easily. Using Merge PDF Files is easy. Just drag the documents you want to merge to the main window, placing them in the order you want. Then click the 'Next' button to start the process. In a matter of seconds, the new document will be ready to be used, while maintaining the quality and resolution of the original files.

Free File Unlocker

4Dots Software

If you've ever wanted to delete a certain file or folder but Windows sends back an error message and doesn't let you do it, Free File Unlocker is an app that lets you do all of this in seconds. Free File Unlocker is very easy to use – just select the files you want to unlock to proceed with deleting them. You can add files one by one or drag several to the interface to run the process even faster. Free File Unlocker also lets you unlock files infected by viruses or trojans and in doing so delete them from your hard drive. On the other hand, the app can be opened from the command line to execute its features with no graphic interface. If you want to want to eliminate files locked on your computer, Free File Unlocker is an app to help you do that as well as rename and move your files in a short time and with no hassle.

Alternate Directory

Alternate Tools

Hasleo Disk Clone

Hasleo Software

Hasleo Disk Clone is a PC software that allows you, among other functions, to clone your Windows operating system to another disk without reinstalling the operating system or any programs. Hasleo Disk Clone is perfect for those who want, for example, to have a backup of their system on another disk. The main functions of Hasleo Disk Clone, apart from cloning your Windows operating system, are to clone your entire disk to another location, including to other disks. You can also clone a disk partition and move it. All this can be done without losing data, and you can also adjust the size of the location to which you move the disk or partition. Hasleo Disk Clone is a completely free tool that will save you many headaches. If you want to move your operating system without complications and without losing data, Hasleo Disk Clone is a great solution. This program can convert MBR to GPT and vice versa, as well as create a Windows PE (Windows Preinstallation Environment) emergency disk. It is fast, easy to use, and available in several languages. If you're looking for a program that allows you to clone your Windows operating system, don't hesitate to download Hasleo Disk Clone here.

FreeFileSync

ZenJu

FreeFileSync is an Open Source application that will let you synchronize two folders and make sure they always have the same content to have one of them as backup. If you only have one HD, this kind of programs will not be really useful but if you have a removable disk, FreeFileSync will be really useful because it allows you to have two folders synchronized in order to have a backup. FreeFileSync is very easy to use. You only have to choose the origin folder and the destination one and the program will do the rest. It automatically checks the origin folder and, in case it detects any change, it will copy the modified files automatically.

Fast Duplicate File Finder

MindGems

Your hard disk stores information according to how you use your computer. This information can, at times, be copied, which means it takes up more space on your drive. By analyzing your hard drive, Fast Duplicate File Finder lets you quickly find duplicate files. You can limit the search to certain directories, so you can search just your user folder, and not all of the system files. Once you've selected the duplicated files you can either erase them, or move them to a temporary folder where you can access them if ever something should go wrong. Lastly, Fast Duplicate File Finder lets you save your search as project, so that you can perform the same analysis later.

Xplorer2 Professional

zabkat ltd

Windows Double Explorer

IT-Nonstop

Copying, pasting, cutting, duplicating, moving,... those are actions you are doing everyday at anytime and if you are not used to hotkeys and shortcuts you'll lose a valuable time. A good way to save time is using a two-window file explorer like the one we offer you today. Windows Double Explorer is that free file explorer featuring two windows you need to improve your performance and deal with files in an easy and comfortable way.

Amazon Drive

Amazon

Cloud Drive is a platform for cloud file storage offered by Amazon. You'll need to open up a free account, which will give you 5 gigabytes that can be used as you wish. The desktop application will make your work easier since it allows you to keep a copy of all your Cloud Drive content saved on your computer. To add content, you just need to drag and drop folders from your computer to the application and they will sync in the background as you go on working, just like with Dropbox. One of the advantages is that you can access your content using the Kindle Fire or the Android app, which will automatically sync the pictures from your smartphone or tablet.