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Saturday, January 8, 2011


Bulk Image Downloader

download images from galleries

Bulk Image Downloader can automatically download and save the linked images from thumbnailed photo galleries. It optionally integrates with your browser`s right-click menu (IE, Opera, Firefox), allowing you to quickly launch the application and download images from the current page. You can preview a list with thumbnails, add an image prefix and also queue the download for later. The downloaded files are automatically organized in folders, based on the page title. As an additional feature, you can also choose to generate HTML or BB code, that will allow you to create a simple image gallery from the photos. Bulk Image Downloader works with most popular photo sites.

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Publisher Antibody Software
File Size5354 kb
Version4.9.0.0 ...history
Last updatedJan 07, 2011
LicenseFree Trial $29.95 to buy
WindowsWin (All)
Trial limitations: 30 day trial. Fully functional.

XnView Shell Extension

additional right-click options for images

XnView Shell Extension is a Windows Explorer enhancement that adds a thumbnail preview, image information and format conversion options to the right-click menu of your image files. You can choose the features that you want to include in the menu and also customize the size of the thumbnail preview. The program also allows you to edit or add the IPTC information for supported image types.

Freeware

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Publisher Gougelet Pierre
File Size924 kb
Version2.91
AddedJan 07, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsXP/Vista/7

Friday, January 7, 2011


Task List Guru

To-Do list manager

Task List Guru is a To-Do list manager that is easy to use and offer a well designed, pleasant interface. You can create multiple to-do lists, assign a priority to each task, set due dates and reminders for important tasks, and also add additional notes to each item. You can also print you to-do list or export them to HTML/CSV format. Other features include customizable icons and colors, database backup, and more. Task List Guru can be deployed to a USB drive, allowing you to take your tasks with you wherever you go.

Freeware

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Publisher Dextronet
File Size6249 kb
Version2.222 ...history
Last updatedJan 06, 2011
LicenseFreeware
Windows2000/XP/2003/Vista/7

Skype

make Internet phone calls

Skype is a user friendly video and text messaging software, that allows you to make free Internet phone and HD video calls to any Skype user, anywhere in the world. The sound quality is as good or even better than regular phones, and requires no additional equipment, besides a normal PC microphone or headset.

This program automatically installs the Google toolbar unless you opt-out. info

Freeware

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Publisher Skype Limited
File Size1004 kb
Version5.1.0.104 ...history
Last updatedJan 06, 2011
LicenseFreeware
Windows2000/XP/Vista/7

IPNetInfo

ip address lookup tool

IPNetInfo allows you to easily find all available information about given IP address. You can check multiple IP addresses at the same time, convert host names (if you don`t have the IP) and also paste email headers and let the program automatically extract the IP addresses. It will then display the country/city, owner information, address and any other information returned by the Whois server of RIPE, APNIC or LACNIC. The results can be exported to text or HTML.

Freeware

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Publisher Nir Sofer
File Size48 kb
Version1.26 ...history
Last updatedJan 06, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsWin (All)

NoScript

block Java and Flash in Firefox

NoScript is a Firefox extension that enables you to interactively block Java, JavaScript, Flash and other plug-ins with the click of a button. You can choose to temporary block or allow scripts on the current sites and also allow your trusted sites to be exclude from any blocking action. Whenever you visit a site, all potentially invasive script content is blocked by default, and you can choose to enable it on a per-script basis from the Firefox status bar. The program provides detailed configuration options that allow to choose which type of script content should be blocked, how to notify you and what actions to take. You can also configure a Whitelist of allowed sites, set restrictions for HTTPS pages, prevent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks and more.

Freeware

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Publisher InformAction
File Size473 kb
Version2.0.9.3 ...history
Last updatedJan 06, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsWin (All)

Rainlendar Lite

desktop calendar

Rainlendar Lite is a small and compact desktop calendar that comes with some powerful features under the hood. It integrates nicely with your desktop wallpaper and allows interactive access to selected dates, just click on a date to add an appointment or reminder. It also comes with a ToDo list that can optionally be displayed or maintained hidden. The calendar automatically supports one-time and recurring events and tasks with optional reminder alarms. It highlights dates that have appointments and you can quickly switch between months via keyboard shortcuts or your mouse wheel. A Pro version is available that can synchronize with Outlook.

Freeware

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Publisher Rainy
File Size5171 kb
Version2.8 ...history
Last updatedJan 06, 2011
LicenseFreeware
Windows2000/XP/Vista/7

Secunia PSI

alerts you to critical security updates

Secunia PSI (Personal Software Inspector) scans your computer for seriously outdated software products that have been discontinued or require critical security updates from the vendor. The program can recognize almost 30,000 software products and gathers update information from a variety of online sources, a user community and in-house research. Once the scan is completed, Secunia PSI will present you with a list of issues that were detected, along with download links to updated version, additional online information and other details. Advanced users can chose to ignore certain programs or exclude paths from the system scan. Secunia PSI can scan your computer on a daily basis and automatically alert you if new issues are detected.

Freeware

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Publisher Secunia
File Size1696 kb
Version2.0 ...history
Last updatedJan 06, 2011
LicenseFreeware
Windows2000/XP/Vista/7

Image Inc.

blend your photos

Image Inc. is a simple photo blending software that allows you to create an image composition out of 2 photos and a mask. You can adjust the opacity of the overlay and choose from 20 different blending modes to achieve the desired effect. The image can then be blended with a mask (samples included) or a gradient effect.

Freeware

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Publisher Cybia
File Size1936 kb
Version1.2
AddedJun 08, 2010
LicenseFreeware
WindowsXP/Vista/7

MailStore Home 4.1.1.5187


An efficient tool to back up your email accounts

MailStore Home is an excellent backup solution for all sorts of email accounts – including web-based ones.
License:
Free
Language:
English
Developer:
Mailstore
OS:
Win2000/XP/2003/Vista/7
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Thursday, January 6, 2011


Capture View

screen capture tool

Capture View is a simple screen capture program with a convenient see-through interface that allows you to position the application over the area you want to capture, providing you with a real-time preview of the screenshot. Clicking a button will capture a snapshot of the area and add it to a list of thumbnails that makes it easy to manage multiple captures. You can also capture active application windows or your entire desktop area (without using the see-through frame). The images can be saved in JPG, GIF, TIFF, PNG and BMP format.

Pros: Easy to use, point-and-shoot captures

Cons: Image quality not adjustable; no automatic file save; basic features

Freeware

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Publisher Gxdevelopment, Inc
File Size652 kb
Version5.01 ...history
Last updatedJan 05, 2011
LicenseFreeware
Windows2000/XP/Vista/7
Requirements.NET Framework 2.0

Sizer

resize windows

Sizer is small utility that integrates into the Windows shell and allows for precise resizing of any Window. It adds a new resize menu item to the right-click menu for any application window, as well as a tooltip, that displays the current size when a Window is resized manually, using your mouse. It comes pre-configured with the most common sizes (640x480, 800x600, 1024x768) and you can easily add your custom specifications if needed. Sizer is very useful for web developers, that need to preview web design on different resolutions.

Freeware

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Publisher B.Apps
File Size16 kb
Version3.32 ...history
Last updatedJan 05, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsWin (All)

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

LogMeIn Free 4.0.784


Get secure access to your PC from anywhere in a flash

Computer remote access comes in very handy when you need to control your home PC from work and viceversa. It's also a fast, efficient way to help a friend - or even your customers - with software installation and configuration. But remote control apps are usually difficult to use and hog system resources.
License:
Free
Language:
English
Developer:
Developer's website
OS:
Win98/98SE/Me/2000/XP
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iRinger 2.2.0.0


Create custom ringtones for your iPhone

With iRinger you'll be able to create custom ringtones for the iPhone in a snap, without having to learn how to use a complicated audio editor and, better still, without paying a single cent for it.
License:
Free (ads)
Language:
English
Developer:
Developer's website
OS:
Win95/98/98SE/Me/2000/NT/XP/2003/Vista
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Power Sound Editor 6.8.5


Everything you need to edit and mix your sounds

Power Sound Editor is one in a long line of similar audio editing programs that gives you everything you need to edit, cut and splice your music but nothing particularly original.
License:
Free
Language:
English
Developer:
Developer's website
OS:
Win98/98SE/Me/2000/NT/XP/2003/Vista
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Audio Recorder for Free 9.1


Convert all your analogue recordings to Mp3

Do you want to save your tapes, vinyl, or CDs from going obsolete?? Audio Recorder For Free converts audio to Mp3, records SHOUTcast stations and records any sound or melody that plays on your PC? Audio Recorder is a program capable of recording any sound processed by the sound card in your PC. It's very easy to use and for those who have tons of vinyl or cassettes, a great way of preserving your collection.
License:
Free
Language:
English
Developer:
Audio-tool
OS:
Win95/98/98SE/Me/2000/NT/XP/2003/Vista
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mp3DirectCut

cut MP3s without decompression

mp3DirectCut is a small and efficient tool for non-destructive cut, copy and paste editing of your MP3 files. You can trim portions of the file, make multiple cuts, change volume, normalize, fade and more. All operations can be performed without decompressing your MP3 files, no re-encoding is needed and therefore no quality loss. The program also doubles as a high-speed recorder to create mp3 on the fly from your audio input. Other features include cue sheet support for splitting large files, auto-cue, mp3 visualization, ID3 tag editing and more.

Freeware

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Publisher Martin Pesch
File Size221 kb
Version2.13 ...history
Last updatedJan 03, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsWin (All)

Picturenaut

HDR imaging software

Picturenaut is a HDR imaging software that enables you to create High Dynamic Range images from your bracketed exposures. Simply select the input images (at least 3) and the program will blend the exposures into a HDR image with automatic exposure correction, image alignment and optional color balancing. You can then further tweak the result by adjusting the tone mapping to create the effect you are looking for.Picturenaut offers 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit modes, support for RAW images, real-time preview, custom gamma adjustments and much more. The program is optimized to take advantage of multi-core processors. Other features include HDRShop compatibility, open source plug-in SDK, Unicode support and more.

Freeware

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Publisher HDR Labs
File Size2376 kb
Version3.0
AddedJan 04, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsWin (All)

Sunday, January 2, 2011


WPanorama

panorama image viewer

WPanorama is an image viewer, specially designed for panorama pictures. It displays the images by scrolling them horizontally or vertically on the screen, and can also run in full-screen or screensaver mode with additional options. It supports 360 degree scrolling, as well as back and forth scrolling with adjustable scroll speeds, mirror mode and more. Furthermore, you can create AVI and BMP export, background music, panorama shows and more.

Freeware

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Publisher Pierre-alain Bovard
File Size4441 kb
Version9.6.1 ...history
Last updatedJan 01, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsWin (All)

FocusWriter

distraction-free word processor for writers

FocusWriter is a full-screen word processor, designed to provide a highly customizable, distraction-free work environment that allows you to focus on your writing. You can create multiple, completely personalized work environments by using background images, colors and font types of your choice, thereby creating an ambiance to inspire your imagination. The toolbar, which provides access to common word processing features, will hide out of the way while you are writing and only appear when you move your mouse to the edge of the screen, leaving you with nothing but your text to focus on. FocusWriter also includes productivity features that allow you to set daily goals and view live statistics about your progress (word count, page count etc.). Other features include as-you-type spell checking, tabs to switch between multiple documents, auto-saving and session support. Standalone software, no installation required.

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Publisher Graeme Gott
File Size9258 kb
Version1.3.2.1 ...history
Last updatedJan 01, 2011
LicenseFreeware
WindowsXP/Vista/7