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DriverMax 4.4

2008-07-31T20:38:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of DriverMax

DriverMax is a powerful free utility which helps you download, backup and restore the drivers installed on your Windows Vista or Windows XP computer and check if newer versions are available. Download all drivers from one place in just a few steps. Or back them up so you will have all of them in a single place and will be able to reinstall them in a few minutes. This tool can save you a lot of time when reinstalling Windows, especially on older computers for which the original CDs containing the drivers have been lost. You no longer have to track down old driver installation CDs, insert one installation CD after another or spend hours searching for drivers on the Internet. DriverMax is also able to display a detailed report about all drivers (versions, release dates) installed on your system. Identify unknown devices in your computer and get Windows Vista rating information before you purchase new hardware.
Version 4.4 solves the incorrect version number displaying problem on Windows XP.

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PhraseExpress Autotext 5.1.29

2008-06-20T16:50:00.001-07:00

PhraseExpress eliminates repetitive typing and manages frequently used text snippets in customizable categories. Boilerplate templates can be stored together with text formatting and bitmaps. The unique text prediction feature watches out for repetitive text patterns and offers to auto-complete such phrases. Versioiting patterns, and suggest the most relevant ways to complete phrases and sentences. The Autotext feature allows assigning a frequently used text such as your address or a common phrase to a much shorter abbreviation. Whenever you type in the assigned abbreviation PhraseExpress will automatically replace it with the original text. For example, ty will be expanded to thank you very much. Existing MS Office AutoCorrect entries can be imported for use in any Windows program, not just MS Office. The Clipboard cache enhances the native Windows clipboard by remembering all items that are copied to the clipboard for later pasting.
Version 5.1.29 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

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SUMo 1.9.0.46

2008-06-20T16:49:00.001-07:00

SUMo stands for Software Update Monitor. Thanks to SUMo you'll be able to keep your PC up-to-date by using the most recent version of your favorite software. Unlike build-in auto update features, SUMo tells you if updates are available before you need to use your software. Multiple instances of the same products are found with different version, only the newest shall appear. (Refactoring) Export of not laoded items shall only contain the file path.
Version 1.9.0.46 includes unspecified updates.

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Phantom Calculator 1

2008-06-20T16:48:00.001-07:00

PhantomCalculator is a rapid and easy to use utility to help you to fast calculation within its beautiful way, in fact this utility will run as a system tray icon and it will calculate any mathematical expression you just copy, every time you copy some text to the clipboard, the program check if this text begin with calc: or result: and if yes it will calculate the expression and copy the result to the clipboard and also show the result in a balloon in the tray icon so you have only to past the result.
TAlso, the program can calculate any mathematical expression with parentheses ( and ) and predefined functions cos[ ], sin[ ] , sqrt[ ] , round[ ], and tan[ ] (other functions will be included in future versions). This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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Process Lasso 2.92.4

2008-06-20T16:46:00.001-07:00

Process Lasso is a unique new technology intended to automatically adjust the allocation of CPU cycles so that system responsiveness is improved during high-loads. It does this by temporarily lowering the priorities of processes that are consuming too many CPU cycles, there-by giving other processes a chance to run if they are in need. No longer will a single process be bring your system to a stall.
Version 2.92.4 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes

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SeriCon 2.5

2008-06-20T16:45:00.001-07:00

SeriCon is a universal serial (COM) port control program, by which you can easily send, receive and monitor various kinds of data to and from your hardware connected to the port. With texts and graphics, it frees your hardware's MCU from number conversion codes for serial communication, and also can be used as a pulse counter, generator or a timer, using control bits. Limits on some features, ad-area in main window. Version 2.5 has protocol modified & extended, bugs removed.

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Project Buzz 1.01

2008-06-20T16:43:00.000-07:00

Project Buzz is a Project Manager Software allowing you to set up set up project plans quickly and easily. You can also use it to monitor several tasks over a period of time. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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Auto Folder Synchronization 9.8.1

2008-06-20T16:42:00.000-07:00

Easy-to-Use File backup and synchronization tool, it can automatically Compare, back up, synchronize, and replicate any type of files/folders from local hard disk to external hard disk, to another computer, or other storage device. The sync task can bi-directional synchronize the files between two folders, the backup task can archive multiple versions backed up copies for different time (for example, the backup copy for Monday is 'Backup_1', Tuesday is 'Backup_2'... and so on ). It has intuitive interface, works reliably in the background, uses very little system resources, and can run as windows service. Automatic scheduling includes specific days of the week, days of the month, hours of the day, or any desired time intervals. E-mail notification let you know the backup status anytime and anywhere. Version 9.8.1 can run as service after Windows logout.

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AutoTask 2000 3.75

2008-06-20T16:41:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of AutoTask 2000 From Cypress Technologies: AutoTask 2000 is a task scheduler designed specifically for Windows. AutoTask is an extremely versatile event scheduling software that can be ran as a service or as a desktop application in the background. AutoTask has very flexible scheduling and conditional triggers for running various task. It has also the ability to run multiple commands per task, much like mini scripts or macros. Version 3.75 is a bug fixing release.

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Automize 8.02

2008-06-20T16:39:00.001-07:00

Automation software that can automate a variety of tasks, including FTP transfers, FTP monitoring, Web downloads, Web site monitoring, e-mail checking and sending, Telnet, ping, database SQL, advanced zip, unzip, copy, synchronize folders, and directory, and file monitoring. In addition, the chaining feature can run tasks in sequence or conditionally depending on exit codes. Additional features include email notifications on task failure, FTP browsing, ZIP file viewer, extensive logging, remote task control. It supports dynamic variables to achieve advanced automation tasks. E-mail notification profiles based on exit code can be set for tasks. Schedules can be synchronized to allow or prevent overlapping schedules. Dynamic variables allow for advanced automation solutions. Number of command line utilities are available to remotely and programmatically control tasks and the scheduler. Version 8.02 adds a new SubDirectory Loop task and SubDirectory Monitor task.

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Workspace Macro Pro - Automation Edition 6.5.3

2008-06-20T16:37:00.000-07:00

Automate & schedule tasks easily. Reliable macro program & Windows automation software with task scheduler. Create macros in minutes. Record keyboard and mouse actions or use the award winning macro editor. Pre-defined templates like Web site login, Internet cleaner, Spyware remover, FTP upload/download, auto shutdown, and intelligent data transfer let you automate common tasks within minutes. This easy to use macro recorder features unique SMART macro technology, repeat options, hotkeys, superior encryption security, Turbo-speed & IE plug-in. Use it to automate & schedule any repetitive task or business processes.
Version 6.5.3 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, and bug fixes.

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Caelum8 1

2008-06-05T07:25:00.001-07:00

Caelum8 is an event notification system design to be non-intrusive in the way it informs you of system, local and global events. There are no limits. We notify you of everything from local events such as the network cable been unplugged to notifying you of new messages, invites and so on Facebook. Our software in part was designed to catch those annoying situations with your laptop where you accidentally press your network button or forget that you battery is running and your laptop switches off in the middle of you working. Caelum8 uses Text to Speech to inform you of important system, local and worldwide events.
Caelum8 has a plug-in architecture; meaning anyone can extend our program to provide new notifications. In fact there are no limits to the type or amount of notifications that can be provided by third-party plug-ins to our application. See our web site for more information on how to build your own plug-in for Caelum8. So download it, use it, love it and spread the word. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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VivilProject SpeedTest 4.02

2008-06-05T07:23:00.000-07:00

Classical method to test your Internet speed (download a test file from a Web server) can not be sufficient for high speed because some servers cannot hold a lot of users. This speed test use good and efficient method to test your download speed with the mirror method that tries to download in same time a lot of big files from best FTP mirror servers you can access.
Version 4.02 add some new continental tests and repair a big bug inside the autoupdate core which forcing the software to display french messages instead of english messages.

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cFosSpeed 4.20

2008-06-05T07:20:00.000-07:00

cFosSpeed - Internet Acceleration with Traffic Shaping. Ping optimizer + packet prioritization. Maximum Download & Minimum Ping. For DSL, Cable, Modem, ISDN, Mobile, Filesharing (P2P), Online Games, VoIP, Streaming Media and Tuning More features: Free configurable Prioritization - self-calibrating - Layer-7 Analysis - Firewall - automatic router detection - optimal Dial-Up connections - VPN - WLAN - MTU-Optimization - Multi User Features - broadband limits.
Version 4.20 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

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YCC Cam Cap 1.0.1

2008-06-05T07:18:00.001-07:00

YCC Cam Cap is a program that automatically saves both inbound and outbound Yahoo! Messenger Web cam streams to an AVI file. YCC Cam Cap performs this by taking individual screen shots of the Yahoo! Messenger Web cam control and saving them into a video file on your hard drive. YCC Cam Cap is not selective in the Web cam streams it captures but saves any Web cam control located on the desktop. Version 1.0.1 includes unspecified updates.

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MySpeed Server 7.4b

2008-06-05T07:13:00.000-07:00

MySpeed Server broadband testing software enables you to quickly and easily provide bandwidth speed test and VoIP quality test services to your customers and end users. Bandwidth tests accurately measure data transfer speeds via HTTP or socket-to-socket modes. The consistency of the data transfers is reported, a key measure of connection quality. Detailed graphs of all data transferred during a speed test helps resolve connection problems and pinpoint TCP, router or firewall issues that affect data traffic flow. VoIP Editions test jitter and packet loss, reporting VoIP quality and load capacity. A server-side database logs all speed test results, providing support technicians visibility to end-user bandwidth performance--key information for managing Web applications and help desk environments. The NOC and Support Editions provide advanced features to identify remote customer connectivity problems. As a Java applet, MySpeed is easily incorporated into your own web pages. Version 7.4b may include unspecified updates, enhancements, and bug fixes.

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Torenkey 1.0.0.29

2008-06-05T07:12:00.001-07:00

Torenkey program enables users to search and download eMule and BitTorrent at the same time. The program is a eMule 0.48a client, the most recent engine of eMule which supports world famous networks such as eD2K and Kademlia, as well as a BitTorrent client. The previous Torrent program could be used only by separately searching Torrent files. However, Torenkey program provides functions enabling search of Torrent files, making it more convenient for users as it no longer requires the users to log on to a Torrent file search site and open the Torrent files.
Users can now search as well as upload and download files by using only Torenkey program. Torenkey program displays top search items real time, enabling users to identify most recent search trend at a single glance. Turbo function of the program provides quick download. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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Internet Cyber Cafe Self Service Client 3.1

2008-06-05T07:10:00.001-07:00

Save you thousands USD on management cost, hiring cost, make profit for you Internet cafe by turning your Internet Cafe Cyber Cafe into a Self Service (Coin Operated or Bill Operated) Internet Cafe. It is software installed on the each PC's of LAN and is one of the software parts of Weavefuture Internet Cafe, Cyber Cafe, and Game Cafe Payment System and it is robust and easy to use. Email auditing report, Kiosk Setting, Minimum start time, change color, and Kiosk Browser. It is very simple to work: Customer goes to Payment Station and selects a Self Service Client PC by its Self Service Client PC ID and pay the money for certain time. Then he can use the Self Service Client PC he has paid for a certain time. When his paid time is up the Self Service Client PC will be locked. He has to pay more in order to use it again or pay before the time is up to continuing use it. Version 3.1 includes unspecified updates.

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Renova Virtua 2008

2008-06-05T07:09:00.000-07:00

Renew Virtua IP (Cable BroadBand from Brazil), i dont know if works on others cable broadbands from the world. It's based on the netsh command included in Windows XP and Vista. Main goal is to renew cable broadband ip address. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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Google Bulk Page Rank Checker 1.12 build N5_Rel

2008-06-05T07:07:00.000-07:00

This product will allow you to quickly get the PageRank details for a list of domains. This can be used when researching potential domains to purchase (i.e. PendingDelete domains by the registrar). This product is configurable with timers and group settings, to prevent server hammering. It now supports Proxy too (such as the TOR network). Allows you to query up to 250,000 domains at once. Version 1.12 build N5_Rel includes unspecified updates.

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PRTG - Paessler Router Traffic Grapher 6.2.1.950

2008-06-05T07:06:00.001-07:00

PRTG Traffic Grapher is an easy to use Windows application for monitoring and classifying bandwidth usage. It provides system administrators with live readings and long-term usage trends for their network devices. PRTG is mainly used for bandwidth usage monitoring, but may also be used to monitor many other aspects of a network such as memory and CPU utilization. The user receives detailed and comprehensive bandwidth and network usage data. Version 6.2.1.950 includes unspecified updates.

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602LAN Suite Groupware 5.0.08.0403

2008-06-05T07:04:00.001-07:00

602LAN SUITE Groupware is a secure SMTP/IMAP/POP3/LDAP messaging solution with SQL based archive and Web collaboration client along with integrated BitDefender anti-virus and advanced anti-spam protection. The included Web client integrates e-mail, public folders, contacts (vCard), tasks, reminders, shared calendar (iCal/iCalendar), and online document sharing into a rich browser-based interface. Access all groupware functionality from anywhere using a standard Web browser.Native compatibility with Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, and all other standard POP3 and IMAP4 clients provide diverse desktop compatibility that gives end-users and administrators the freedom of choice. Create, share, and publish documents online.
Access the document storage from a browser, FTP/FTPS client, or WebDAV folder. Active Directory synchronization provides easy integration with existing directory services. The included LDAPv3 server also supports LDAP over SSL (LDAPS). Version 5.0.08.0403 includes unspecified updates.

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Proxy Guide 1

2008-06-05T06:59:00.000-07:00

Use proxy guide to unblock facebook, myspace, bebo , etcprotect your privacy online, hide your IP, free proxy list , works behind firewalls , filters and proxies , surf all sites from school or work any time. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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WinMyDNS 1.6

2008-06-05T06:56:00.000-07:00

WinMyDNS is a new type of DNS intelligent analytic software, which is based on the windows platform. DNS config data stored in ACCESS or MSSQL databases; easy to support Secondary development,all need to do is read or write database tables, such as SOA table,or RR table. The software also has a Web management system, all about DNS manage can be done on this web management system. WinMyDNS will auto backup his database every day too.

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ServerInfos 1.1.304

2008-06-05T06:51:00.000-07:00

Displays informations about a domain name's server or a Web page's server. Enter a Web address or a valid host name, e.g. http://www.microsoft.com or microsoft.com. The CheckBox "html" displays html code of the home page of the selected domain name. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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WinHtmlDump 1.1.3

2008-06-05T06:48:00.000-07:00

HTML Web page viewer (without using a Web browser). WinHtmlDump is a useful tool to view the HTML code for a dubious site. It displays the html code of a Web page, whereas it is blocked by a Web browser (e.g. secure sites (https) with Internet Explorer). This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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SpeedConnect XP Internet Accelerator 7.5

2008-06-05T06:47:00.001-07:00

SpeedConnect Internet Accelerator is a powerful Windows application designed to optimize your network connection and speed up all your internet activities. This translates into a faster internet connection, faster browsing and e-mail, faster downloads, faster online gaming.
Version 7.5 adds connection tester, connection tester history, network activity monitor and alerts.

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VisualRoute 2008 12.0g

2008-06-05T06:45:00.000-07:00

VisualRoute combines the tools traceroute, ping, reverse DNS, and Whois into a single graphical interface that analyzes Internet connections to quickly locate where an outage or slowdown occurs. An IP-location database identifies the geographical location of IP addresses and Web servers, showing the path of an Internet connection on a global map. The domain registration and network-provider contact information are reported for each hop of a network route for quick problem reporting. The 2008 release adds several advanced features including IPv6 compatibility, discovery of all paths to a network IP to view and compare multiple routes created by load balancers, and a graphical view of all open trace reports to view common nodes of multiple routes and identify points of failure.
Version 12.0g may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

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Coin Operated Internet Cafe Kiosk PC-Game Timer 3.9

2008-06-05T06:44:00.001-07:00

Convert you PC into coin operated or bill operated Internet kiosk, Internet cafe, and coin operated PC game, Juke box, coin operated adult video System. Save you management cost, hiring cost, make profit for your Internet cafe and kiosk business. Weavefuture Coin Op Internet Cafe Kiosk PC-Game Timer must work with Weavefuture Universal Muilt Coin Acceptor AK5 or Weavefuture kiosk timer board (bill and coin), charge user by time. It can be used for self-service public access PCs. Its uses include Internet cybercafe industry, libraries, educational facilities, hotels, and cruise liners, bars, coin laundry, and apartment. Features like setup minimum minutes to start, change the color of timer, and log files to log the coin drop information like: coin ID, minutes per coin, dropped date time.
Version 3.9 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

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WinPing 1.4.3061

2008-06-05T06:43:00.001-07:00

Ping program; useful to test your connection. Enter a web address or a valid host name, e.g. http://www.google.com or google.com, or a valid IP address, e.g. 72.14.207.99 (google.com). The IP addresses are converted into host names and conversely. A empty input gives local IP address. The button "Options..." opens the WinPing options: Infinite Loop (runs pings in a infinite loop and shows the average in real time), Multiping (for several pings one after the other), Number of Retries, Timeout in milliseconds, Displaying the Average of the response times, Displaying Date and Time of the ping, Displaying Country Name of host or IP address... The "Auto-Save" option will allow you to save thousands of lines of pinging information (in Infinite Loop Mode). Version 1.4.3061 adds save options and decimal precision option.

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NetGrid Studio 5.0.2

2008-06-05T06:41:00.000-07:00

NetGrid Studio gives you an inside look into your internet connection. Internet Service Providers are playing all sorts of games these days with unlimited and always on network connections, when really that is not the case. Many have also been found to be packet shaping and throttling network connections for certain protocols like Bittorrent. Version 5.0.2 has network Tools, including: Ping, Traceroute, Whois, DNS Information.

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NetGong 6.5 build 515

2008-06-05T06:39:00.000-07:00

NetGong is a sophisticated network monitoring solution that allows network administrators, webmasters, and Internet service providers to monitor any networked device on the Internet, corporate intranet, or TCP/IP LAN and receive alerts immediately via audible alarm, message, e-mail, or third-party software when a connection fails. It is a powerful personal monitoring product delivering low cost, simplicity of operation, and round-the-clock coverage.
Version 6.5 build 515 supports deep integration with NetInfo, enabling users to find all the available information about monitored devices.
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NetInfo 6.5 build 515

2008-06-05T06:36:00.000-07:00

NetInfo is a collection of 15 different state-of-the-art network tools on a single, easy-to-use interface. Designed from first-hand experience, NetInfo allows businesses to more effectively combat network downtime by allowing network administrators, webmasters, and Internet service providers to more accurately isolate faults, simplify processing of diagnostic data and increase internal network security.
Version 6.5 build 515 supports deep integration with NetGong, enabling users to find all the available information about monitored devices.
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Tembria Server Monitor 5.0.5

2008-06-05T06:34:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of Tembria Server Monitor

Tembria Server Monitor watches your servers, workstations, routers, and network devices and warns you when something goes wrong. Its web based user interface comes with built-in dashboards showing monitoring status and you can design your own custom dashboards too.
With 45 types of event monitors you can monitor all kinds of network services from ping response times to the results SQL Server queries. You can integrate your own custom monitoring actions using industry-standard VBScript or JavaScript. When something goes wrong it has 12 different ways to notify you including by e-mail, alphanumeric pager, popup messages and more. It can even call you on your cell phone or land line and play a message.
Version 5.0.5 adds the ability to define event monitor dependencies, new detailed reports for multiple ping response times and new file monitoring options.
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Freegate 6.72

2008-06-05T06:32:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of Freegate From DIT:

This program helps Internet users in China to access the Internet faster and more stably. Many users report that Freegate makes visiting overseas websites just as fast as visiting local ones. A unique encryption and compression algorithm is implemented to secure and optimize users online activities.

Version 6.72 implements new encryption algorithm.
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System Surveillance Pro 5.5

2008-05-27T09:10:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of System Surveillance Pro

SSPro is an all-in-one computer monitoring solution. An essential tool for parents concerned with online activity and network administrators wishing to monitor their employee's computer usage. SSPro records keystrokes entered, programs run, websites visited, instant messages, or screenshots. Configure SSPro's email features to send logged data and screen snapshots offsite for remote viewing. SSPro's built-in pornographic keyword features allow users to block and/or be notified when objectionable content is encountered. Want to define your own keywords? No problem, SSPro allows for that too.
SSPro also includes website blocking, monitor scheduling, reports, usage limits, or multi-machine networked configurations. SSPro supports most programs including AIM, AOL, Yahoo, MSN, ICQ, GoogleTalk, IE, Netscape and Firefox. Version 5.5 adds image storage, log file password protection, log file scheduling options, image expiration and pause feature when PC is idle.

Editor's review of System Surveillance Pro
This snooping utility provides almost all the features essential for monitoring a PC, but we were especially impressed with its stealthiness. System Surveillance Pro logs keystrokes, IM chats, applications used, and Web sites visited, and can capture screenshots at user-defined periodic intervals.
The interface makes it easy to locate any log file you need to access. System Surveillance Pro can block Web sites via URLs or detected keywords, and includes a scheduler in case you don't need to monitor PC usage at all times. Like most respectable spying applications, it will send you e-mail reports so you can keep an eye on your computer from a remote location. We doubt even the cleverest users will be able to detect the program while it's running or uninstall it.
To open its control panel, you must use the Start menu's Run command, and even if someone finds the application, they'll still need your password to disable it. The utility can't be stopped via the Task Manager, nor uninstalled through the Control Panel or the Program Files folder. Installation is very touchy, and all non-essential programs--even those running in the background--must be shut down for the installation to work. Also, the seven-day trial period is too short for our tastes, but since System Surveillance Pro provides effective protection against even savvy folks, we still think it's a good find.

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PC Tools Firewall Plus Free Edition 3.0.36

2008-05-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of PC Tools Firewall Plus Free Edition

PC Tools Firewall Plus Free Edition is a powerful personal free firewall for Microsoft Windows that protects your computer from hackers and intruders. Firewalls control the network traffic in and out of your PC by monitoring applications that connect to the network. Firewall Plus can stop Trojans, backdoors, and keyloggers from damaging your computer and stealing your private information. PC Tools Firewall Plus is advanced technology designed specially for people, not experts. Powerful prevention against attacks and known exploits is activated by default and advanced users can also easily create their own packet filtering rules to customize the network defenses. The program is recommended for use alongside of AntiSpyware and Antivirus software like AVG or Spyware Doctor to protect PC against Spyware, hackers, worms, and viruses.
Version 3.0.0.36 adds new smart Application Rules, Stealth Mode protection, and data validation using SPI.

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AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 8.0.1

2008-05-27T09:03:00.000-07:00

Publisher's description of AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition

AVG Free Edition is the well-known antivirus protection tool. AVG Free is available free of charge to home users for the life of the product. Rapid virus database updates are available for the lifetime of the product, thereby providing the high level of detection capability that millions of users around the world trust to protect their computers. AVG Free is easy to use and will not slow your system down (low system resource requirements. Highlights include automatic update functionality, the AVG Resident Shield, which provides real-time protection as files are opened and programs are run, free Virus Database Updates for the lifetime of the product, and AVG Virus Vault for safe handling of infected files.
Version 8.0.1 adds integrated spyware protection and a new LinkScanner feature that gives users safety rankings for their Google, Yahoo, and MSN searches

Editor's review of AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition

This antivirus program offers rock-solid protection. AVG Free provides the bare necessities, including a real-time shield to prevent infections, anti-virus and anti-malware wrapped up in one engine, and a link scanner for Web surfing with care.
By default, the application is set to search for new virus definitions daily, but you always can use the scheduling tool to change this. Should a virus create serious system problems, AVG creates a rescue disk to scan your computer in MS-DOS mode. The program doesn't tax your system when scanning or when running in the background and always proved effective in our tests. The new interface is much easier to navigate than in previous version, with tabbed navigation on the left assisting users in drilling down to the tools they need.
Though the free version of this program will suffice for average folks, those who demand more control should certainly consider AVG Anti-Virus Professional.

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Featured Freeware: XnView

2008-05-26T07:18:00.001-07:00

XnView is a robust program, an image browser and viewer as well as a converter that can handle more than 400 formats from Camera RAW, JPG, GIF, TIFF, and other still images all the way through AVI, MOV, MPEG, and a multitude of movie formats. Metadata EXIF and IPTC formats are also supported, ensuring that you don't lose any location or shooting data. There are also tools for taking screenshots.
In addition, you'll find tools for capturing screenshots and creating basic slide shows, as well as a simple audio player. The utility for generating Web galleries has been known to be wonky, but XnView is recommended, especially for those digital photographers who need quick image conversion

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My Movies 2.44

2008-05-26T07:06:00.000-07:00

My Movies for Windows Vista Home Premium or Ultimate, or Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 is the ultimate movie collection management and playback tool. With My Movies you are able to index your movies with automatically downloaded data from the My Movies Webservice, and then browse movies, actors, directors and much more. You can share your movie database to multiple clients, and configure each client to its own parental control limitation, and require pin number to view the full collection. My Movies is available in about 10 different languages. With My Movies you can experience your movie collection in a way you never thought possible, filtering your collection by genres, actors, directors, MPAA parental level and much more - you can even share your collection with friends by having your collection online either password protected or open. My Movies can even help you copy your DVD's to hard drive storage for easy playback.
Version 2.44 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

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Auslogics BoostSpeed 4.1.3

2008-05-18T08:20:00.000-07:00

If your computer or Internet feels slower than usual, Auslogics might have a remedy--its award winning Auslogics BoostSpeed. Run the program on a weekly basis to clean up disks and the registry, fix errors, and tune up the one-size-fits-all Windows settings to your particular computer configuration. Not only will this improve Internet speed, it will reduce computer startup and shutdown time, and tweak Windows to its top performance.
Version 4.1.3 improves Track Eraser and Disk Wiper stability, improves Registry Cleaner compatibility, and adds Firefox support to Speed Optimizer.

Editor's review of Auslogics BoostSpeed

BoostSpeed is an effective all-encompassing utility suite, combining some of Auslogics' popular freeware titles such as Disk Defrag and Registry Defrag with services that they don't offer elsewhere. There's an uninstall manager, a startup manager for boot cycle customizations, RAM and browser optimizers, file shredder, DirectX diagnostic, Windows tweak manager, and several mini apps to manage Windows settings. It also comes with a rescue center that can back up any settings before you change them. No doubt, BoostSpeed gives you your money's worth, at least in terms of services provided. Upgrading also only costs $10, for those who own older versions.
Are they all worth paying for? That depends on what kind of user you are. Most, if not all, of these features are available as freeware from one vendor or another, and generally one in each category is top-notch or nearly so. Some of the lesser tools, like the tweaks manager and the security feature, didn't live up to our expectations. Tweaks focused on basic functions and wouldn't serve as a replacement for TweakUI, while the security feature merely let me know that we had up-to-date security apps installed. Still, the convenience of having all these tools located under one umbrella was hard to argue with, and even the tools that didn't impress did their jobs hitch-free.
Scan speeds for the features new to us included here were comparable with those in Disk Defrag. Users also got the convenience of optionally setting the program to run at startup and live in the system tray, making most of the program's functionality no more than a context-menu click away. The most useful tools are the Disk Defrag, the RAM optimizer, the Registry Optimizer--if you believe that "optimizing" the Registry is more than snake oil--the file shredder, and the performance monitor. The 15-day trial comes unfettered, allowing you to thoroughly judge if this is a program you want.

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Featured Freeware: Thunderbird

2008-05-18T08:17:00.000-07:00

Mozilla's Thunderbird has come into its own with version 2 for Windows, Mac, and in a portable edition. Starring features and innovations that take aim at both Web e-mail clients and industry standards such as Microsoft's Outlook, open-source Thunderbird offers the best of both worlds.

Back and forward buttons, like the ones you have in your Web browser, let you jump through messages in the order that you viewed them. Keep your e-mails organized with tags, even across dozens of message folders. Configuration is as simple as entering your e-mail address and password. Search results can be saved, and Thunderbird has Firefox's extension capability, allowing for user-designed tweaks that greatly enhance the program, including Lightning, which provides calendaring features.

Even when weighed down by multiple folders and RSS feeds, the program loads fast, and the basic feature set remains intact: good junk mail filters, HTML support, multiple identities, and POP, IMAP, and Microsoft Exchange server support. Security features include S/MIME, digital signing, message encryption, and a built-in phishing detector. Flexible, powerful, and lightweight, Thunderbird 2 is an appropriate companion application to Firefox in every way.

Firefox 3 release candidate goes public

2008-05-18T08:15:00.001-07:00

The initial release candidate of Firefox 3 is ready for download.
It's a public preview of the new Firefox code, available in 45 languages, aimed at developers and early adopters to test out the new features. It has an extensive list of known bugs.
Among the major improvements are changes in the look and feel on the various operating systems, major security enhancements, and increased performance and stability. It is based on the Gecko 1.9 rendering engine, which includes 14,000 updates to the code.
On the performance front, the documentation states that applications such as Google Mail and Zoho Office run twice as fast in Firefox 3, compared to Firefox 2, and memory usage has been improved. In addition, bookmarks, history, cookies, and preferences are less susceptible to data loss.

ZoneAlarm Firewall (Windows 2000/XP) 7.0.362

2008-05-17T08:45:00.000-07:00

ZoneAlarm is designed to protect your DSL- or cable-connected PC from hackers. This program includes four interlocking security services: a firewall, an application control, an Internet lock, and Zones. The firewall controls the door to your computer and allows only traffic you understand and initiate. The Internet lock blocks Internet traffic while your computer is unattended or while you're not using the Internet, and it can be activated automatically with your computer's screensaver or after a set period of inactivity. Zones monitor all activity on your computer and alert you when a new application attempts to access the Internet. Version 7.0.362 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

Internet Download Manager 5.12 build 11

2008-05-17T08:41:00.000-07:00

Internet Download Manager is a tool for increasing download speeds by up to 5 times, and for resuming, scheduling, and organizing downloads. The program will resume unfinished downloads due to network problems, or unexpected power outages. The program features a full-fledged site grabber that downloads files that are specified with filters, for example, all pictures from a Web site, different parts of web sites, or complete web sites for offline browsing. The program supports HTTP, HTTPS, FTP and MMS protocols, and has an adaptive download accelerator for MP3 audio and MPEG video files. Internet Download Manager can be used to download FLV videos from YouTube, Google Video, MySpaceTV, and other popular sites. It integrates into Opera, Mozilla, Internet Explorer, Firefox, MSN, AOL, and into any application that uses FTP, or HTTP protocols. Internet Download Manager fully supports Windows Vista and Internet Explorer 7.

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RoboForm 6.9

2008-05-04T09:23:00.000-07:00

RoboForm makes logging into Web sites and filling forms faster, easier, and more secure. RoboForm memorizes and securely stores each user name and password the first time you log into a site, then automatically supplies them when you return. RoboForm's powerful Logins feature eliminates the manual steps of logging into any online account. With just one click RoboForm will navigate to a Web site, enter your username and password and click the submit button for you.
Completing long registration or checkout forms is also a breeze. Simply click on your RoboForm Identity and RoboForm fills-in the entire form for you. You no longer need to remember all your passwords. You remember one Master Password, and RoboForm remembers the rest. This allows you to use stronger passwords, making your online experience more secure. RoboForm uses strong AES encryption for complete data security. Version 6.9 improves integration with Windows Vista.

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McAfee Total Protection for Small Business

2008-05-04T09:20:00.000-07:00

McAfee Total Protection for Small Business is a hassle-free security service that's quickly installed, centrally managed, and updated automatically. Total Protection solutions provide comprehensive security in a single service to protect against everything from viruses, spyware, spam, and phishing, to hackers and identity thieves. Total Protection simplifies security and provides always-on, always up-to-date protection across desktops, servers, and email.
With McAfee SecurityCenter, a single, web-based management console, small businesses can easily customize security policies and view infection reports. SecurityCenter also provides easy-to-read status reports to ensure the latest level of protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, and spam. And no additional equipment to purchase or technical security specialists to hire means low cost of ownership.

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AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition

2008-05-04T09:14:00.000-07:00

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Nero 8 Ultra Edition

2008-05-04T09:10:00.000-07:00

The biggest asset to a digital media behemoth like Nero 8 is good organization. Nero 8's StartSmart interface offers clear categories for burning high-definition DVDs, exporting video, recovering data from damaged disks, editing MP3s, and designing CD covers, among other activities.

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