: From today's MajorGeeks front page- May 2009

bigbazza · May 11, 2009

Sorry for the delay in starting a thread for May 2009. A stint in hospital and some recovery after discharge have meant I have not been on MG for around 14 days.

I'm feeling much better now but still facing X-Rays, ultrasounds and blood tests. Blood needs thinning, too much lost weight asnd a dodgy knee slowing me down.

Back tomorrow around this time. :-D

Bazza

bigbazza · May 12, 2009

The chosen programs for your consideration from Monday, May 11th 2009 are:

a-squared (a²) Free edition 4.5.0.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/a-squared_a²_Free_edition_d4281.html
a-squared (a²) is a complementary product to antivirus software which is specialized in protection against harmful software. Antivirus software often features an inadequate protection against Trojans, Dialers and Spyware. a² fills this gap. a² is free, however you can purchase the "Personal Edition" for $29.95 which includes more advanced features. Size: 46 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 580636 Times Rating: 4.62 (724 votes).

Defraggler 1.10.143
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Defraggler_d5777.html
Defraggler! It differs from other defrag tools on the market, by enabling you to quickly and simply defrag the files you want to, without having to process the whole drive. Simply run it, select the file and defragment in seconds. No more struggling with the Windows defragmentation tool!

And remember like all Piriform products, Defraggler is completely free for both corporate and individual use. Size: 809 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 60412 Times Rating: 4.59 (124 votes).

OCCT 3.0.2 Beta 5
http://www.majorgeeks.com/OCCT_d5612.html
OCCT comes from "OverClock Checking Tool". Here is a list of its features : (see the link above for all features --- to much to list here)
Size: 4.46 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 33665 Times Rating: 4.85 (20 votes).

RemoveIT Pro 11/5/2009
http://www.majorgeeks.com/RemoveIT_Pro_d5205.html
Locate & remove many new dangerous files including viruses, worms, trojan horses, adwares & spywares that other popular AV programs cannot find. RemoveIT Pro. Version XT - SE has detail report log added including services and full startup files. Service manager added. Runtime & Process Manager added. Some bug fixed. Size: 2.53 MB License: Shareware $15.00 Requires: Win All Downloaded: 140225 Times Rating: 4.69 (582 votes).
My note: Although shown as Shareware, it can be used as Freeware. I use it daily and have used it for years as Freeware. :cool

TotalEdit 5.2.4
http://www.majorgeeks.com/TotalEdit_d5907.html
TotalEdit is a powerful notepad replacement and text editor. It is perfect for text, web editing including PHP,
HTML, Javascript, etc.

It owns many programming features including:
- Code-Folding, Language specific Syntax-Coloring,
- Plug-in External Compilers like Javac, Preview Web Pages and much more.
- Customizable menu's, command's, syntax coloring, external tools and more
- Spell Checker and web (HTML) formatting tools Built-in file comparison and hex (binary) editor
- Over 80 features Edit many files all at the same time.
Size: 5.37 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 4944 Times Rating: 4.42 (7 votes).

Major Geeks slogan, selected for today:
"MajorGeeks.com - It's like Tweakasaurus Rex meets Geekzilla."

My note: I haven't necessarily tried the above programs. I just list them.
If they have been listed previously, then this listing is the latest upgrade.

For lots more programs and updates, today, check out www.majorgeeks.com

Check the Ratings score, out of 5, on the right hand side of the program/s you have chosen. This is the MG members review, and maybe should be taken into consideration.

For you non-MG members / visitors / guests / lurkers reading this, also check out the "Must Have Free downloads" at
http://www.majorgeeks.com/page.php?id=20
for lots of good FREE stuff.
If you find anything particularly useful in those listed, let us know.

Bazza

bigbazza · May 12, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration from Tuesday, May 12th 2009 are:

FastPictureViewer 1.00 Build 92
http://www.majorgeeks.com/FastPictureViewer_d5926.html

FastPictureViewer is a small and very fast application, so simple that it's purpose might not be immediately apparent. As a minimalist picture viewer, the program is optimized to do just one task: browse entire folders of digital photos in the shortest possible amount of time, while allowing for quick sharpness checks by instant flipping to 100% view and enabling single-click, fast copy of the keepers to a preset folder and single-keystroke Adobe XMP rating/labeling. That's about it. Size: 1.64 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 32006 Times Rating: 3.88 (45 votes).
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Dr.Web CureIT 5.00.2 (12-05-09)
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Dr.Web_CureIT_d4783.html

This is a FREE anti-virus and anti-spyware utility based on Dr.Web Anti-virus scanner, which will help you quickly scan and cure, if necessary, a computer operated by MS Windows 95OSR2/ 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003/Vista without installation of the Dr.Web Anti-virus. Size: 13.3 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 60412 Times Rating: 4.37 (103 votes).
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SIW (System Info) 2009.5.12
http://www.majorgeeks.com/SIW_System_Info_d4387.html

SIW is a system information tool, that gathers detailed information about your system properties and settings. It includes detailed specs for CPU, Network, TCP/IP, Memory, Hardware, Users, Network Shares, and more, as well as real-time monitors for CPU, Memory and network traffic. SIW also displays currently active network connections, installed codecs, connected MS SQL and Oracle database servers (if any) and more. A standalone tool that does not require installation. Size: 1.46 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 143850 Times Rating: 4.85 (232 votes).
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My note: A great program, IMO. Excellent MG rating. I have been using it for years.

AltMove 2.1.6.3
http://www.majorgeeks.com/AltMove_d6060.html

Adds more functionality to your mouse for interacting with windows.

Main Features:
- You can move windows and controls which do not support this ability.
- You can resize windows and controls which do not support this ability.
- You can hide any window from desktop (to tray bar or completely) and restore it.
- You can change opaque of window.
- You can assign key-mouse combination to standart menu items of different programs.
- Use mouse to run your programs and open documants from evevrywhere.
- And more. Size: 376 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 2207 Times Rating: N/A (0 votes).
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My note: Be the first to vote. :-D

Bazza

bigbazza · May 13, 2009

There are many different Anti-Virus updates out today. :cool
Make sure you check out the Front page at www.majorgeeks.com to see if there is one for your AV program. Too many to list here.

The programs chosen for your consideration from Wednesday, May 13th 2009 are:

Amaya 11.2 Pre3 (Beta)
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Amaya_d5402.html

Amaya is a Web editor, i.e. a tool used to create and update documents directly on the Web. Browsing features are seamlessly integrated with the editing and remote access features in a uniform environment. This follows the original vision of the Web as a space for collaboration and not just a one-way publishing medium. Size: 11.8 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 11385 Times Rating: 2.43 (16 votes).
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My note: Previous releases haven't rated well. Maybe this update is better.

Bill2's Process Manager 3.3.1.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Bill2s_Process_Manager_d5991.html

Bill2' S Process Manager makes it possible to create rules to indicate with which priority a program must be carried out, and which processors or cores (affinity) it can use.

Moreover, these rules are automatically safeguarded, and observed in a transparent way when a process concerned is detected. This software will help you manage, rule, and then will memorize the priority and the affinity of the processes carried out. Size: 1.54 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 3485 Times Rating: 4.7 (10 votes).
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My note: Could be very interesting in setting the sequence in which processes are activated.

HWiNFO32 2.40
http://www.majorgeeks.com/HWiNFO32_d280.html

Hardware Info (HWiNFO™) is a powerful system information utility designed especially for detection of hardware. It's able to identify a large scale of system components and supports the latest technologies and standards.

Limitations: Windows 9x & ME support is limited. If it does not run for you under these 2 operating systems, you will need the DOS version. Size: 2.01 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Rating: 4.63 (19 votes).
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Google Chrome 2.0.180.1 Beta
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Google_Chrome_d6037.html

What we really needed was not just a browser, but also a modern platform for web pages and applications, and that's what we set out to build.

On the surface, we designed a browser window that is streamlined and simple. To most people, it isn't the browser that matters. It's only a tool to run the important stuff -- the pages, sites and applications that make up the web. Like the classic Google homepage, Google Chrome is clean and fast. It gets out of your way and gets you where you want to go. Size: 9.05 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 62490 Times Rating: 3.68 (250 votes).
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My note: A new update to "Chrome" for you.

A new Major Geeks slogan, selected for today. :-D :-D
"MajorGeeks.com - Swine Flu Free Downloads - Guaranteed! "

Bazza

bigbazza · May 14, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration from Thursday, May 14th 2009 are:

Popcorn 1.91
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Popcorn_d3364.html

Popcorn works as a client-server application, reading mail directly from POP servers. It supports multiple account profiles. It requires no installation, no data is saved locally other than a portable INI file containing account information. It is immune to all forms of e-mail attachment and HTML viruses, scripts and trojans, because it does not directly support receiving attachments or viewing HTML, and optionally supports viewing/saving attachments and HTML through external applications. Size: 253 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 24540 Times Rating: 4.52 (21 votes).
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My note: A really compact email processing program. :cool

VLC media player 1.0.0 RC1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/VLC_media_player_d4674.html

A highly portable multimedia player for various audio and video formats. Size: 18 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 140132 Times Rating: 4.69 (278 votes).
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My note: The one that I use.

OCCT 3.1.0 RC1 Beta
http://www.majorgeeks.com/OCCT_d5612.html

OCCT comes from "OverClock Checking Tool". Here is a list of its features :

32 Cores support
A sound file is now played when an error is detected
OCCT is much faster when stopping tests
TEST
- and lots more (visit the link above).
Size: 2.85 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 34298 Times Rating: 4.85 (20 votes).
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My note:Excellent rating.

From www.majorgeeks com front page today:
This Weeks Top 10 Downloads

1. Game Booster
2. Glary Utilities
3. K-Lite Codec Pack Update
4. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
5. Vista Codec Package
6. Win7codecs
7. AVG AntiVirus Free Edition
8. Advanced SystemCare 3
9. SpywareBlaster
10. QuickTime Alternative
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My note: Visit www.majorgeeks com front page and scroll down to bottom left for links to the above 10 programs, and more links. How many do you use?

Major Geeks slogan, selected for today.
"MajorGeeks.com - We're your CTRL+D site.. right?.. RIGHT?"

Bazza

LennyW · May 14, 2009

Thanks Bazza, we missed you! Hope you're feeling better.

bigbazza · May 15, 2009

Thanks Lenny W.
Lots of tests scheduled. Dodgy knee is not helping. Physio on Tuesday. :cry

Bazza

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LennyW said: ↑

Thanks Bazza, we missed you! Hope you're feeling better.
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bigbazza · May 15, 2009

A new release of AVG out today. :cool (see link below)

The programs chosen for your consideration from Friday, May 15th 2009 are:

Wipe 2.36
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Wipe_d6162.html

Are you worried that someone can see sites you visit? Does your computer keep tonnes of temp files or maintance cache of viewed pictures? Would you like to hide your online/offline secrets and protect your privacy?

Wipe - is a free, easy and powerful tool to clear user browsing history, clean index.dat files, remove cookies, cache, logs, delete temporary internet files, autocomplete search history and any other tracks that user leaves after using PC. No user documents deleted, just tracks that computer records about your activity without your permission! Size: 2.74 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 4639 Times Rating: 4.05 (20 votes).
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XMedia Recode 2.1.2.9
http://www.majorgeeks.com/XMedia_Recode_d6186.html

XMedia Recode can convert almost all known audio and video formats, including 3GP, 3GPP, 3GPP2, AAC, AC3, AMR, ASF, AVI, AVISynth, DVD, FLAC, FLV, H.261, H.263, H.264, M4A , m1v, M2V, M4V, Matroska (MKV), MMF, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, TS, TRP, MP2, MP3, MP4, MP4V, MOV, OGG, PSP, (S) VCD, SWF , VOB, WAV, WMA and WMV.
XMedia Recode can only convert unprotected DVDs. Size: 3.96 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Rating: 5 (1 votes).
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My note: Someone liked it !! :-D

AVG AntiVirus Free Edition 8.5.336a1515
http://www.majorgeeks.com/AVG_AntiVirus_Free_Edition_d886.html

Basic antivirus and antispyware protection for Windows available to download for free. Limited features, no support, for private and non-commercial use only. Size: 61.8 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 3426725 Times Rating: 4.56 (4038 votes).
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My note: New release of an MG Favourite.

Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool 7.0.0.290 - 05.15.09
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Kaspersky_Virus_Removal_Tool_d4515.html

Kaspersky Lab has developed free virus removal tools. If your computer has been infected by any of the viruses listed below, you can download a free removal utility here. Size: 37.7 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win XP/2K/2003 Downloaded: 152652 Times Rating: 4.45 (268 votes).
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From Site News, today:
187,000 members on the support forums. Check it out!

Major Geeks slogan, selected for today: LOL :-D
"MajorGeeks.com - Slogan? We don't need no stinking slogan."

Bazza

bigbazza · May 16, 2009

Only one Freeware program to choose today, Saturday, May 16th 2009.
Q-Dir 3.77
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Q-Dir_d6166.html

Makes your files and folder easy to manage.
Main Features:
- Favorites: Quick access to most often used folders.
- Drag&Drop: Move files by dragging in Q-views, and other programs such as MS Explorer.
- Clipboard: Copy/ Paste between the Q-Dir directory views, and other programs such as MS Explorer.
- Folder-Type: ZIP-, FTP-,cabinet-,network-, system - folders, shortcuts ...
- Views: Large icons, tiles, list, detail, thumbnail (Vista: extra large symbols) .
- Export: to XLS, CSV, TXT, HTML
- and lots more.
Size: 278 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win9x/NT/200x/XP/Vista Downloaded: 1659 Times Rating: 4.7 (10 votes).
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Additional couple chosen from Friday.

ISP Monitor 5.7.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/ISP_Monitor_d4830.html

ISP Monitor will tell you about your current bandwidth usage but will also show the bandwidth stats recorded by your provider. These stats are gathered from your providers website, where supported.

The program also includes a news and mail checker, hard disk monitor, speed test and much more! Size: 3.08 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 16497 Times Rating: 4.5 (18 votes).
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Norman Malware Cleaner 2009.05.13
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Norman_Malware_Cleaner__d5450.html

Norman Malware Cleaner is a Norman program utility that may be used to detect and remove specific malicious software (malware).

Note that it should not be used as a substitute for running normal proactive antivirus protection, but rather as a reactive tool to handle systems that are already infected. Size: 37.2 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 87711 Times Rating: 4.55 (123 votes).
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Major Geeks slogan, selected for today.
"MajorGeeks.com - Geek your mind, the rest will follow."

Bazza

bigbazza · May 17, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Sunday, May 17th 2009 are:

Dr.Web CureIT 5.00.2 (17.05.2009)
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Dr.Web_CureIT_d4783.html

This is a FREE anti-virus and anti-spyware utility based on Dr.Web Anti-virus scanner, which will help you quickly scan and cure, if necessary, a computer operated by MS Windows 95OSR2/ 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003/Vista without installation of the Dr.Web Anti-virus. Size: 13.3 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 61225 Times Rating: 4.38 (104 votes).
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IntelBurnTest 2.0
http://www.majorgeeks.com/IntelBurnTest_d6083.html

Linpack by Intel(R) is an extremely stressful program that will put even the most powerful X86/X64 CPU in the world at its knees. Load temp under Linpack will be up to 22*C higher than the competing software Prime95.
This program will make usage of Linpack easier and more practical.

Keep in mind, use this program at your own risk. By using this program, you agree that neither I nor Intel shall be responsible for including, but not limited to: burned up CPU, fried motherboard, spontaneous room temperature
increase, hair loss, or mental stress. Size: 1.06 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 3403 Times Rating: 5 (8 votes).
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My note: NB: Perfect Rating but keep in mind, use this program at your own risk.

Foobar 0.9.6.6 Final
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Foobar_d4003.html

Foobar2000 is an advanced audio player for the Windows platform. Some of the basic features include ReplayGain support, low memory footprint and native support for several popular audio formats.

Main Features:
- Open component architecture allowing third-party developers to extend functionality of the player
- Audio formats supported "out-of-the-box": WAV, AIFF, VOC, AU, SND, Ogg Vorbis, MPC, MP2, MP3
- Audio formats supported through official addons: MPEG-4 AAC, FLAC, OggFLAC, Monkey's Audio, WavPack, Speex, CDDA, TFMX, SPC, various MOD types; extraction on-the-fly from RAR, 7-ZIP & ZIP archives
- And lote more.
Size: 2.93 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 89329 Times Rating: 4.80 (267 votes).
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My note: Excellent Rating.

Bazza

bigbazza · May 18, 2009

Really weird today. When I click on www.majorgeeks.com link it goes to 2007. When I click on next page>>> ( scrll to the bootom of page), it goes to 05/15/2009 but with the message "No news for this date". It looks as though the link might have crashed.

So no post from me today. :cry

Check out http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=190000

Bazza

bigbazza · May 20, 2009

Hi, I'll be away for a few days. Medicos calling.
Should be back on Friday or Saturday OZ time.

Bazza

bigbazza · May 21, 2009

Lots to choose from today, so check out www.majorgeeks.com for the full listing.

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Thursday, May 21st 2009 are:

Ashampoo Burning Studio 2009 8.04.4993
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Ashampoo_Burning_Studio_2009_d5978.html

Ashampoo Burning Studio 2009 is different. It's compact, fast and amazingly easy to use. You just choose from a list of tasks and the software guides you through every step. And even though it has all the functions you would expect from a complete burning suite, the entire software takes up less than 85 megabytes on your hard disk.

New in this version: (too much, so see the link)
Size: 16.7 MB License: Free (with registration) Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 163 Times Rating: 5(1 votes).
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My note: Be warned, great software but they'll target you with product emails.

DiskDigger 0.8.2.158
http://www.majorgeeks.com/DiskDigger_d5976.html

A simple, straightforward, and easy to use data recovery utility.
The DiskDigger application was designed to recover files from any type of media that your computer can read. This includes USB flash drives, memory cards (SD, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, etc), and of course your hard drive. The types of files that it recovers includes photos, videos, music, documents, and other formats.

DiskDigger works by thoroughly scanning each sector of your media for traces of files. This has some advantages and disadvantages (read on to find out)... Size: 665 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 336 Times Rating: 5 (1 votes).
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Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Beta 1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Microsoft_.NET_Framework_4_Beta_1_d5973.html

Beta test the new Microsoft .Net Framework.
My note:Too much to list here, so see the link.
Size: 76.7 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 303 Times Rating: 4.66 (3 votes).
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AdvancedRemoteInfo 0.7.0.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/AdvancedRemoteInfo_d4488.html

AdvancedRemoteInfo allows you to gather various information about a remote Windows PC on the network. It includes information about hardware, installed software, network configuration, shares and printers, users and much more. You can also interact with the remote machine and terminate processes, start/stop services, send messages and even uninstall software remotely... Size: 5.46 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 27073 Times Rating: 4.38 (39 votes).
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Major Geeks slogan, selected for today: :-D
"Major Geeks.com- Trying to get a date since 2002."

Bazza

bigbazza · May 22, 2009

Lots of Anti-Virus updates to choose from today, so check out www.majorgeeks.com for the full listing.

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Friday, May 22nd 2009 are:

EssentialPIM 3.01
http://www.majorgeeks.com/EssentialPIM_d5472.html

PIM stands for Personal Information Manager, and it allows you to keep all your information in electronic form. All your appointments, tasks, to do lists, notes, contacts and email messages are stored in a graphical and easily accessible form. Size: 3.28 MB License: Freeware Downloaded: 9717 Times Rating: 4.68 (22 votes).
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Auslogics Disk Defrag 2.0.0.3
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Auslogics_Disk_Defrag_d5266.html

Disk fragmentation leads to system slowdowns, PC crashes, slow startup and shutdown and sometimes to system failures. Auslogics Disk Defrag is designed for fast optimization of today's modern hard disks. Get the maximum performance out of your expensive hardware investments. And it's absolutely FREE. Size: 1.75 MB License: Freeware Downloaded: 143477 Times Rating: 4.58 (296 votes).
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My note: One of my Favourites.

Wipe 2.38
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Wipe_d5961.html

Free, easy and powerful tool to clear user browsing history, clean index.dat files, remove cookies, cache, temporary internet files, search history and any other tracks. Recommended for users who want to protect online privacy. Nobody will be able to track sites you have visited or view any details of your PC activity.

Program contains impressive tracks preview list that instantly calculates and shows you amount of tracks and garbage files located on your PC. You can see which information your PC collected about your activity without your permission. With one click you can clear such tracks. Size: 2.76 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 887 Times Rating: 4.5 (4 votes).
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From Way Off Base today. :-D
Teen Takes Pickup Truck Hit To Save iPod

TAMPA, Fla. -- Police said a teenager was hit by a pickup truck when she ran into a Tampa street to retrieve an iPod.

Tampa police said the 16-year-old was crossing the street Tuesday morning when she dropped the electronic device. She went back to grab it off the roadway, and that's when she was hit by the truck. :cry
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My note: Some people really love their iPod.

Bazza

bigbazza · May 23, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Saturday, May 23rd 2009 are:

Pitaschio 2.23
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Pitaschio_d5634.html

Pitaschio is a freeware which makes more it convenient to use Microsoft Windows. Pitaschio includes a large number of useful functions.

- Stick window to other windows when moving and resizing
- Restrict window position to inside of the screen
- Minimize window to system tray
- Use small icons in the desktop
- Disable Windows key, Insert key, Alt key etc.
- Lock mouse or keyboard while you are cleaning keyboard or mouse
- Take statistics about mouse and keyboard
- and much more.
Size: 62 KB License: Freeware Requires: 2K/XP/Vista32 Downloaded: 9814 Times Rating: 2.97 (41 votes).
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My note: Only 62KB download, but previously badly rated.

Windows 7 Manager 1.0.1 Beta 1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Windows_7_Manager_d5984.html

Windows 7 Manager is the powerful software tool to tweak and optimize your Windows 7, it bundles more than 30 different utilities in one and help your system faster and more stable, secure and personal. Size: 4.67 MB License: 15 Day Trial Requires: Win 7 Downloaded: 71 Times. Rating: 2.33 (3 votes).
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My note: Take advantage of the 15 day trial as the rating is poor (so far).

Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility 9.1.1.1011
http://www.majorgeeks.com/
Intel_Chipset_Software_Installation_Utility_d1667.html

The Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility installs the Windows* INF files. The INF files inform the operating system how to properly configure the chipset for specific functionality, such as AGP, USB, Core PCI, and ISAPNP services. Size: 2.26 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 100118 Times Rating: 4.62 (111 votes).
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This Weeks Top 10 Downloads

1. Game Booster
2. Vista Codec Package
3. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
4. K-Lite Codec Pack Update
5. Win7codecs
6. K-Lite Mega Codec Pack
7. Glary Utilities
8. HijackThis
9. K-Lite Codec Pack Full
10. SpywareBlaster
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Check out www.majorgeeks.com front page (scroll down, to the left) for the links to these programs, amd more. :cool

Bazza

bigbazza · May 24, 2009

A new version of Google Earth released today. (see below).

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Sunday, May 24th
2009 are:

Task Manager Free 5.6.0
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Task_Manager_Free_d5892.html

Task Manager Free is freeware utility software that gives users a comprehensive set of tools to put them in full control of their computer.

It gives you detailed information about every process that is running, and about applications running automatically on Windows startup including all hidden applications. Size: 1.76 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 10968 Times Rating: 4.66 (24 votes).
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COMODO System Cleaner 1.1.64946.38
http://www.majorgeeks.com/COMODO_System_Cleaner_d5991.html

Comodo System Cleaner utilizes the revolutionary innovation of SafeDelete, a feature that allows users to safely recover any files deleted in error. This advancement eliminates risk from the process of PC cleaning. CSC is entirely risk-free. Size: 5.31 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win XP/Vista Downloaded: 615 Times Rating: 2.33 (3 votes).
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My note: Poor MG rating, so far.

WinGuggle 1.6
http://www.majorgeeks.com/WinGuggle_d5887.html

If you've lost your product key, this can very difficult to recover if you will just look for it at your registry.

WinGuggle is a small application that can get your Windows Vista Product Key easily. No Installation is needed, Just unzip the archive and launch the application.

Features:
Get Windows Vista Product Key (CD Key)
Change OEM Logo and Information
Change Performance Information and Tools OEM Logo
Size: 145 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 6716 Times Rating: 5 (3 votes).
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My note: Perfect rating, so far.

Freeraser 1.0.0.23
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Freeraser_d5989.html

This software destroys the data you choose before the deletion, using a complicated procedure of filling the actual content with random data.

Freeraser can function on three levels:

:a fast destruction (standard 1-round filling of random data)
:a forced destruction (3 rounds of filling according to DoD 5220.22M standard)
:an ultimate destruction (35 rounds of filling with data according to Guttman algorithm). Size: 1.94 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 164 Times Rating: 2.66 (3 votes).
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My note: Not well rated, either.

Google Earth 5.0.11733.9347 Beta
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Google_Earth_d4659.html

Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content, save your toured places, and share with others.

Google Earth features:
Historical imagery from around the globe
Ocean floor and surface data from marine experts
Simplified touring with audio and voice recording
Size: 9.83 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 295621 Times Rating: 4.65 (4050 votes).
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bigbazza · May 26, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Monday, May 25th
2009 are:

Adobe Reader Lite 9.1.0.29
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Adobe_Reader_Lite_d5915.html

This is a bloat-free version of the popular PDF viewer, Adobe Reader, originally brought to you by Shark007, the creator of Vista Codec Package. More languages to come! Size: 21.7 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 6728 Times Rating: 4.5 (12 votes).
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My note:This may be a bloat free version but Foxit Reader is less than 3MB. :-D

KeyScrambler 2.4.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/KeyScrambler_d5885.html

KeyScrambler Personal, a browser add-on, protects all your inputs in IE, Firefox, and Flock: your login credentials, credit card numbers, passwords, search terms, Java, Flash, PDF Forms, web email, and more.

For web browsing + work + play. KeyScrambler Pro protects all your inputs in IE, Firefox, and Flock, and nearly 80 other browsers and apps. Size: 1.09 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 2323 Times Rating: 5 (6 votes).
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My note: Perfect rating, so far.

FastCopy 1.99r2
http://www.majorgeeks.com/FastCopy_d5866.html

FastCopy is the Fastest Copy/Delete Software on Windows. It can copy/delete unicode and over MAX_PATH(260byte) pathname files. Size: 125 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 4871 Times Rating: 4.26 (15 votes).
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MemInfo 2.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/MemInfo_d5308.html

MemInfo Displays the current memory (RAM or Page File) usage of Windows in the system tray.

With a small gauge graphic and the value updated in real time, MemInfo gives a fast feedback to current memory usage in Windows.
Highly customizable. Choose when MemInfo should warn you about high memory usage, show physical memory or Windows page file, show free or used memory, choose the font that looks better.
Built in memory Defragmenter to allow speed up your computer by maximizing the available free memory. Size: 509 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 6780 Times Rating: 4.26 (15 votes).
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Game Booster 1.1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Game_Booster_d5952.html

Designed to help optimize your PC for smoother, more responsive game play in the latest PC games with the touch of a button, Game Booster helps achieve the performance edge previously only available to highly technical enthusiasts. It works by temporarily shutting down background processes, cleaning RAM, and intensifying processor performance. That means you can keep all the features of Microsoft® Windows Vista® and XP® ready for when you need them, but turn them off when you are ready to get down to serious business – gaming. Size: 821 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 47793 Times Rating: 4.70 (289 votes).
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"MajorGeeks.com - Geek it 'till it MHz."

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bigbazza · May 26, 2009

Windows Vista Service Pack 2 released today. (see link below).

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Tuesday, May 26th
2009 are:

SmartSniff 1.50
http://www.majorgeeks.com/SmartSniff_d5895.html

SmartSniff allows you to capture TCP/IP packets that pass through your network adapter, and view the captured data as sequence of conversations between clients and servers. You can view the TCP/IP conversations in Ascii mode (for text-based protocols, like HTTP, SMTP, POP3 and FTP.) or as hex dump. (for non-text base protocols, like DNS). Size: 62.9 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 1584 Times Rating: 5 (2 votes).
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Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 and Windows Vista Service Pack 2
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Windows_S...2_and_Windows_Vista_Service_Pack_2_d5925.html

Service Pack 2, the latest service pack for both Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista, supports new types of hardware and emerging hardware standards, includes all of the updates that have been delivered since SP1, and simplifies deployment, for consumers, developers, and IT professionals. SP2 simplifies administration by enabling IT administrators to deploy and support a single service pack for clients and servers. Please see the Windows Server SP2/Windows Vista SP2 page on TechNet/MSDN for additional details and documentation. Size: 348 MB License: Freeware Requires: Vista Downloaded: 4808 Times Rating: 3.88 (18 votes).
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My note: 348MB download.

Daphne 1.44
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Daphne_d5371.html

Daphne is a small (system tray) application for killing, controlling and debugging Windows' processes. It was born to kill a windows process and became almost a task manager replacement. You can kill a process by dragging the mouse over the windows, by right-clicking the process in the main process list, or by typing its name with the "Kill all by name" command. You can set a any window to be always on top, to be transparent, to be enable, et cetera. Size: 1.39 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win XP/2K/2003 Downloaded: 7368 Times Rating: 4.85 (7 votes).
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My note: Excellent rating. :cool

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"MajorGeeks.com - When a MinorGeek just won't do."

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bigbazza · May 28, 2009

Lots of good stuff at www.majorgeeks.com today. Check it out for yourself.

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Wednesday, May 27th
2009 are:

GParted Live 0.4.5-2
http://www.majorgeeks.com/GParted_Live_d5757.html

GParted is an industrial-strength package for creating, destroying, resizing, moving, checking and copying partitions, and the file systems on them. This is useful for creating space for new operating systems, reorganizing disk usage, copying data residing on hard disks and mirroring one partition with another (disk imaging). Size: 99 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 6181 Times Rating: 4.6 (10 votes).
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My note: 99MB download. :cry

StarBurn 12 Build 2009522
http://www.majorgeeks.com/StarBurn_d5936.html

StarBurn (100% based on StarBurn SDK) is a powerful tool for grabbing, burning and mastering CD, DVD, Blu-Ray and HD-DVD media. StarBurn supports all types of optical storage media (including CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, BD-R/RE, HD-DVD-R/RW and DVD-RAM) as well as a wide variety of burning hardware. Size: 11.1 MB License: Freeware Requires: 03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 1711 Times Rating: 4 (1 votes).
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DOSBox 0.73
http://www.majorgeeks.com/DOSBox_d4381.html

DOSBox is a DOS-emulator that uses the SDL-library which makes DOSBox very easy to port to different platforms. DOSBox has already been ported to many different platforms, such as Windows, BeOS, Linux, MacOS X...

DOSBox also emulates CPU:286/386 realmode/protected mode, Directory FileSystem/XMS/EMS, Tandy/Hercules/CGA/EGA/VGA/VESA graphics, a SoundBlaster/Gravis Ultra Sound card for excellent sound compatibility with older games...

You can "re-live" the good old days with the help of DOSBox, it can run plenty of the old classics that don't run on your new computer!

DOSBox is totally free of charge and OpenSource. Size: 1.39 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 65397 Times Rating: 4.80 (109 votes).
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My note: For those who miss some of the things you could run in DOS. Even fits on a floppy disk, remember them. :-D

JavaRA 1.14
http://www.majorgeeks.com/JavaRA_d5982.html

JavaRa is a simple tool that does a simple job: it removes old and redundant versions of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE). Simply select "Check for Updates" or "Remove Older Version" to begin. JavaRa is free under the GNU GPL version two. Size: 67.9 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 4009 Times Rating: 4.66 (12 votes).
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My note: Really small download. :cool

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bigbazza · May 28, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Thursday, May 28th 2009 are:

Lunascape5 Genesis 5.0.3
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Lunascape5_Genesis__d6004.html

Lunascape5 Genesis is the World’s First Triple Engine Browser, the World’s Faster Browser, and is easily customized to your liking. Some of the newest and most interesting features include:

Since Lunascape 2.0, both Internet Explorer’s Trident and Firefox’s Gecko have been included in our browser. With Lunascape5 Genesis, Safari’s and Chrome’s WebKit are now also included. Switch between rendering engines to avoid browser specific issues with certain web sites and optimize for speed as you see fit. Size: 9.34 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 161 Times Rating: 2.33 (3 votes).
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My note: Not well rated, so far.

Norton Removal Tool 2009.0.5.40
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Norton_Removal_Tool_d4749.html

Use the Norton Removal Tool to remove a failed installation or a damaged Norton product.

The Norton Removal Tool uninstalls all Norton 2009/2008/2007/2006/2005/2004/2003 products, Norton 360 and Norton SystemWorks 12.0 from your computer. If you use ACT! or WinFAX, back up those databases before you proceed.

Save your Product Key, then download and run the Norton Removal Tool.
Size: 2.77 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win 2K/03/XP/Vista Downloaded: 414988 Times Rating: 4.50 (423 votes).
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My note: Make sure you save your Product Key first.

CCleaner Slim (No Toolbar) 2.20.920
http://www.majorgeeks.com/CCleaner_Slim_No_Toolbar_d4191.html

Also available:

CCleaner (With Yahoo toolbar)
CCleaner portable (Take it on a USB stick with you)
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TeamViewer 4.1.6194
http://www.majorgeeks.com/TeamViewer_d5911.html

TeamViewer is the fast, simple and friendly solution for remote access over the Internet - all applications in one single, very affordable module.

Instantly take control over a computer anywhere on the Internet, even through firewalls. No installation required, just use it fast and secure.

TeamViewer can also be used to present your desktop to a partner on the Internet. Show and share your software, PowerPoint presentations etc.
Size: 1.93 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 4102 Times Rating: 4.95 (22 votes).
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My note: Excellent rating.

Major Geeks slogan, selected for today. :-D
"Warning: Use of this site may cause you to excessively download cool programs and feel "geeky". "

Bazza

bigbazza · May 29, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Friday May 29th 2009 are:

Ultimate Windows Tweaker 1.2
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Ultimate_Windows_Tweaker_d6018.html

Ultimate Windows Tweaker is a Tweak UI Utility for tweaking and optimizing Windows Vista, 32-bit & 64-bit. It can simply be downloaded and used as a portable application to customize your Windows Vista to meet your requirements. With judicious tweaking, It can make your system faster, more stable, and more secure with just a few mouse clicks. The tweaker detects whether you have IE 7 or IE 8 installed and accordingly offers you the relevant tweaks only. This Tweaker was released at the Microsoft South Asia MVP Meet 2008. Size: 186 KB License: Freeware Requires: Vista Downloaded: 7336 Times Rating: N/A (0 votes).
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My note: Be the first to vote.

PortableApps.com Suite Light 1.5.2
http://www.majorgeeks.com/PortableApps.com_Suite_Light_d5429.html

PortableApps.com Suite™ is a complete collection of portable apps including a web browser, email client, office suite, calendar/scheduler, instant messaging client, antivirus, audio player, sudoku game, password manager, PDF reader, minesweeper clone, backup utility and integrated menu, all preconfigured to work portably. Just drop it on your portable device and you're ready to go. Size: 46 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 2820 Times Rating: 5 (5 votes).
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My note: Perfect rating, so far. :cool

TKexe Kalendar 1.0.9.8
http://www.majorgeeks.com/TKexe_Kalendar_d5698.html

TKexe Kalendar enables the creation of photo calendars of any size. Customization is very easy: position the elements by dragging them with the mouse and change the settings of any element by double-clicking it. 20 images can be added to a month. You can rotate the images and add special effects to them. Weeks can start on Sunday or Monday, and you can add your personal events. Each calendar page can be customized separately, but the settings can be applied for all months. Create calendars in any language.
Size: 30.2 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 6636 Times Rating: 4.5 (6 votes).
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RegDllView 1.35
http://www.majorgeeks.com/RegDllView_d6008.html

RegDllView is a small utility that displays the list of all registered dll/ocx/exe files (COM registration). For each registered file, you can view the last date/time that it was registered, and the list of all registration entries (CLSID/ProgID).

RegDllView also allows you to unregister dll/ocx files that you don't need on your system anymore. If you have dll/ocx files that don't exist on your system anymore, but their registration entries are still exist in your Registry, you can manually remove these entries by using 'Delete All Entries For Selected Files' option.

Starting from version 1.35, RegDllView also allows you to register dll/ocx files (like regsvr32), simply by dragging one or more files from Explorer folder into the window of RegDllView. Size: 42 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 330 Times Rating: N/A (0 votes).
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My note: Be the first to vote.

Major Geeks slogan, selected for today.
"MajorGeeks.com - Pretty major, always geeky."

Bazza

bigbazza · May 31, 2009

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Saturday May 30th 2009 are:

7-Zip 9.04 Beta
http://www.majorgeeks.com/7-Zip_d4603.html

The main features of 7-Zip:

High compression ratio in new 7z format with LZMA compression
7-Zip is free software distributed under the GNU LGPL
Supported formats: 7z, ZIP, CAB, RAR, ARJ, GZIP, BZIP2, Z, TAR, CPIO, RPM and DEB.
For ZIP and GZIP formats 7-Zip provides compression ratio that is 2-10 % better than ratio provided by PKZip and WinZip
Self-extracting capability for 7z format
Integration with Windows Shell
Powerful File Manager
Powerful command line version
Plugin for FAR Manager
Localizations for 55 languages.
Size: 951 KB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 72727 Times Rating: 4.80 (133 votes).
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Cypherix LE 7.2.3.0
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Cypherix_LE_d1483.html

Cypherix LE is a freeware utility from Cypherix. It is a 128 bit disk encryption software that is a "miniature" version of Cypherix PE and Cypherix. It creates encrypted containers (vaults) of upto 25 MB each to store any type of data. You can encrypt files and folders by simply dragging and dropping them into this vault. Additionally, it lets you create secure e-mail files that you can send to anyone.

Cypherix LE includes a 'Mobile' feature, which allows it to encrypt all media (including, USB, CD ROM etc). It works on all 32 bit versions of Windows. Size: 3.18 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 25473 Times Rating: 4.65 (40 votes).
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CutePDF Writer 2.72
http://www.majorgeeks.com/CutePDF_Writer_d5409.html

CutePDF Writer (formerly CutePDF Printer) is the free version of commercial PDF creation software. CutePDF Writer installs itself as a "printer subsystem". This enables virtually any Windows applications (must be able to print) to create professional quality PDF documents - with just a push of a button! Size: 1.53 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 13857 Times Rating: 4.86 (22 votes).
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bigbazza · May 31, 2009

Be the first to vote on all 3 programs listed. :-D

The programs chosen for your consideration, from Sunday May 31st 2009 are:

Google Pack 2.4.1601.7122 Beta
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Google_Pack_d6059.html

Google Pack is a suite of programs brought to you by Google. The suite includes Google branded programs, but also many other useful applications. Of course you don't need to download all the included programs, Google Pack is just a small setup downloader that will download the program installers you choose.

Here are some key features of "Google Pack":
+ Essential: Enjoy safe, useful software for your computer
+ Simple: Download and install everything in just a few clicks
+ Customizable: Choose only the software you want
+ Up to date: Get updates and new software via Google Updater
Size: 1.03 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win All Downloaded: 25727 Times Rating: N/A (0 votes).
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PCWin ISO Burn 1.0
http://www.majorgeeks.com/PCWin_ISO_Burn_d6057.html

Easy to use, burn ISO to CD/DVD drive. FREEWARE- free for personal and commercial use. Requirements: Windows XP, 2003, Vista, 2008.
Easy to use. Free to use, Free download. Size: 1.89 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win XP/2000/2003/Vista/08 Downloaded: 81 Times Rating: N/A (0 votes).
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Roadkil's CommTest 1.2
http://www.majorgeeks.com/Roadkils_CommTest_d6056.html

Tests the network speed between two computers. The transfer speed, latency and packet loss is measured. Size: 1.89 MB License: Freeware Requires: Win XP/2000/2003/Vista/08 Downloaded: 81 Times Rating: N/A (0 votes).
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NB: New thread to be started tomorrow for June.

Bazza

bigbazza · Jun 1, 2009

Go to http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=190977
for selections from MajorGeeks front page, for June 2009

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