XP-AntiSpy is a small utility to quickly disable some of Windows' built-in update and authentication features that may raise security or privacy concerns for some people. It also provides access to several other tweaks and settings that allow you to disable or customize certain Windows features.
Freeware
| Publisher | WebSite |
| File Size | 290 kb |
| Version | 3.97-11 ...history |
| Last updated | Mar 01, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows | XP/Vista/7 +  |
HTTrack is an easy-to-use offline browser utility. It allows you to transfer a World Wide Web site from the Internet to a local directory, building recursively all structures, getting html, images, and other files from the server to your computer. Links are rebuilt relatively so that you can freely browse to the local site (works with any browser). You can mirror several sites together so that you can jump from one to another. You can, also, update an existing mirror site, or continue an interrupted transfer. The robot is fully configurable, with many options and features. The program is Open Source.
Freeware
| Publisher | Xavier Roche |
| File Size | 3731 kb |
| Version | 3.44.1 ...history |
| Last updated | Mar 01, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows | Win (All) |
Comodo Internet Security (formerly Comodo Firewall) combines Comodo AntiVirus with a personal firewall that filters ingoing and outgoing traffic on your computer. It alerts you of any applications that attempts to connect to the Internet and allows you to permanently or temporarily allow or block the connection. The firewall and antivirus features can be installed individually, you do not have to install both.
Free (Ad-supported)
| Publisher | Comodo Inc |
| File Size | 34402 kb |
| Version | 5.3.50343.1237 ...history |
| Last updated | Mar 01, 2011 |
| License | Free (Ad-supported) |
| Windows 32/64-bit | XP/Vista/7 |
Mozilla Firefox is an independent web browser that offers tabbed browsing combined with numerous handy features like popup blocking, Live Bookmarks (RSS integration), password manager and more. The functionality can be extended with dozens of freely available plug-ins (Extensions). Firefox can import all your Internet Explorer Favorites as well as some other settings, so switching is made easy. The default features of Firefox are good for general web surfing. An abundant collection of freely available extensions (add-ons) allow you to easily add the features you want and customize the browser to fit your needs. Other features include integrated spell checking, interface improvements, improved RSS features, and integrated anti-phishing. Firefox 3.5 offers many changes over the previous version, supporting new web technologies, improving performance and ease of use.
Freeware
| Publisher | Mozilla Foundation |
| File Size | 8381 kb |
| Version | 3.6.14 ...history |
| Last updated | Mar 01, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows 32/64-bit | 2000/XP/Vista/7 |
Windows Essentials Codec Pack is a collection of the most essential Audio and Video DirectShow Codecs and Filters for Windows, that enables you to play and view almost all music and video files downloaded from the Internet. It adds support for (S)VCDs and XCDs as well as 3GP, AAC, AC3, APE, AVI, DivX, 3ivx, DAT, h.264, x264, Nero Digital, DTS, FLV, FLAC, HD-MOV, MPEG-1/2, M4A, MP3, MP4, MO3, MOD, MKV, OFR, TTA, OGG/OGM, S3M, Vorbis, VOB, XviD, XM, WV, UMX and many other formats. Essentials Codec Pack also includes Windows Media Player Classic. An integrated auto-update can automatically check for updated codecs.
Freeware
| Publisher | Mediacodec.org |
| File Size | 147 kb |
| Version | 3.4 ...history |
| Last updated | Feb 28, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows 32/64-bit | Win (All) |
Demo Builder is a tool to create interactive Flash movies that allow you to show how applications and systems work with the help of interactive tutorials. It works by taking a series of editable screen captures of a specified application or window, and automatically combines them into an annotated Flash movie clip with moving cursors and popup hints.
As of v8.0, DemoBuilder offers 3D support (rotate your movie or objects) and export to popular video formats for uploading to YouTube and similar sites.
Free Trial $199.00 to buy
| Publisher | Tanida Inc. |
| File Size | 25855 kb |
| Version | 8.0.4.4 ...history |
| Last updated | Feb 28, 2011 |
| License | Free Trial $199.00 to buy |
| Windows 32/64-bit | Win (All) |
Trial limitations: 15 day trial. Fully functional.
RIOT (Radical Image Optimization Tool) enables you to reduce the size of image files by compressing and optimizing them to achieve a smaller file size while maintaining adequate image quality. You can set the desired image quality, format and other format specific values and instantly preview the results before saving to PNG, JPG or GIF format. Standalone software, no installation.
Pros: Instant preview; good results
Cons: No batch processing
Freeware
| Publisher | Lucian Sabo |
| File Size | 1042 kb |
| Version | 0.4.6 ...history |
| Last updated | Feb 28, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows 32/64-bit | 2000/XP/Vista/7 + |
avast! Free Antivirus is a complete anti-virus package, that is is free for registered home non-commercial users. It contains an on-demand scanner with two interfaces (simple for novices and advanced for experienced users), an on-access scanner with Standard Shield (which protects against execution and opening malware programs) and an embedded e-mail scanner which scans incoming and outgoing email messages.
Freeware
| Publisher | ALWIL Software |
| File Size | 61156 kb |
| Version | 6.0.1000 ...history |
| Last updated | Feb 24, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows 32/64-bit | XP/Vista/7 |
Screenshot Captor is a screen capture tool that offers some unique features in addition to the standard screenshot options. You can capture active windows, selected regions, fixed regions, or the entire desktop. The capture can then be enhanced with several blur and shadow effects to emphasize parts of the capture, and you can also add a drop shadow to the entire image. Additional features include automatic saving of files, support for external tools, capture of scrolling pages and more. Screenshot Captor can save images in gif, png, jpg, tiff and other formats.
Freeware
| Publisher | DonationCoder.com |
| File Size | 9064 kb |
| Version | 2.91.01 ...history |
| Last updated | Feb 25, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows 32/64-bit | 2000/XP/Vista/7 |
WinGuard Pro (Free Edition) enables you to password protect access to various Windows features and programs, including Internet Explorer. Live Mail, Messenger, Task Manager, Computer, Control Panel, Media Player, Folder Options, Command Prompt and more. Whenever a protected task is accesses, the user is prompted for the administrative password before he can continue. If your computer has multiple user accounts, you can optionally exclude your account from restrictions, while keeping them enforced for all other accounts. WinGuard Pro also includes a simple encryption feature for folders and files.The free version is for personal use only and has several additional features disabled, mainly the ability to password protect custom programs.
Freeware
| Publisher | WinGuardPro |
| File Size | 1929 kb |
| Version | 7.7.8 |
| Added | Feb 25, 2011 |
| License | Freeware |
| Windows | XP/Vista/7 |
