System Utility Software Reviews and Downloads

USBDeview

USBDeview is a small utility that lists all USB devices that are currently connected to your PC or have been connected to it in the past. Along with the device name and description, it displays the the serial number (if available), date the device was added and last connected, VendorID and other information. You can also choose to disconnect or uninstall any device on the list, and export the list to Text/HTML or XML format. USBDeview can also be used to gather USB devices from a remote computer (access rights required) via command-line. Standalone, no install needed. USBDeview allows you to automatically run a file on USB flash memory devices, according to AutoRun.inf filename. You can manually activate the AutoPlay feature by selecting the desired device and pressing F8. Alternatively, You can check the "AutoPlay When Device Is Connected" option, and then the AutoPlay feature will be automatically activated when you insert a USB flash memory device. Be aware that this feature only works if USBDeview detects the drive letter of the device. USBDeview allows you to execute a command from exe/cmd/bat file in every time that insert a USB device to your system. In order to use this feature, go to 'Options->Advanced Options', select the 'Execute..' check-box, and type the exe/cmd file that you want to run. You can also use the following special variables in this command string: %device_name%, %device_desc%, %drive%, %serial_number%, %vid%, %pid% USBDeview will automatically replace these variables with the appropriate data of the device that you inserted. For example, if you want to pass to your exe file 2 parameters - the serial number of the device, and the drive letter: c: emp est.exe "%serial_number%" "%drive%"

HS WinPerfect

Windows system optimizer which checks and fixes any hard-disk and file system problems, cleans hard-disk and system registry, optimizes memory, defragments hard-disk, tunes-up system specific settings, accelerates internet connection, improves cpu usage, maintains security, manages installed system services and uninstalls software no longer wanted. It supports Windows 2000/XP/Vista. It automatically detects the system and dynamically organizes itself accordingly. MAINTENANCE * Check and fix any hard-disk problems including bad sectors and file system problems. * Clean drives from files left aside and unused including internet cookies,temporary files and caches. * Removes duplicate files on the disks * Clean system registry from uninstalled software junks * Safe uninstall of selected software from your system. * Manage installed system services. * Schedule execution of modules. SECURITY * Add and Manage System Restore Points * All modifications and cleaning may be restored at a later time, if security button is checked. * Internet Explorer and Outlook Express tweaking to increase security SPEED * Administer and improve CPU usage of running applications * Clean computer memory from unnecessary data enabling programs run faster * Speed up and optimize internet connection settings. * Terminate selected unwanted multiple processes. * Ability to remove applications from start-up list to disable automatic execution of programs * Increase system performance OPTIMIZATION * Advanced tasks and tweaks can be applied to tune-up system in simple usage. They detect the system, and behave accordingly. * Ability to clean clipboard memory * Auto-detecting low memory and boost performance by refreshing memory space. * Increase free disk space * Optimize selected folder or drive so that its content can be accessed more quickly INFORMATION * Show system information * Show graphical representation of folder usage * Show free memory space in intervals

PC Fixer

PC Fixer is a robust dynamically growing platform for all of your computer support means. The system provides instant repairs to many of the common ailments that clog your PCs. The utility automatically diagnoses system and program problems on your computer based on our innovative Reverse Search Engine and a comprehensive database of support procedures. Then a list of detected computer problems is displayed with detailed descriptions for you to review. You may select specific problems from the list and let the utility to apply fixes to the problems instantly. You may also request the utility to undo the fixes. Some antivirus software, depending on your local configuration, can display security alert when installing and running PC Fixer. For example, Symantec antivirus software displays the following alert, This alert is displayed when PC Fixer tries to establish a secure (https) connection with Digital Support online service. PC Fixer needs to be able to talk to the online service to perform checkup and fix operations. It is safe to allow PC Fixer related applications to perform the task. The name "dsweb" that is displayed in the alert is a utility developed by Digital Support Technology to present the program interface. We at Digital Support Technology are very sensitive about our users online privacy and security. For more information please review our Privacy Policy. Sample of problems fixed: CD or DVD driver is missing CD burner does not work Printing service is disabled Cannot open Task Manager Performance tuning tips Security and Privacy protection Main Features: Windows XP & Vista Diagnose and fix common issues related to Desktop, Control Pannel, Start Menu, Explorer in Vista and Windows XP SP2. Windows Office Provide automatic fixes for problems related to Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, and Outlook for your email. more... Internet Explorer Fix common browser issues caused by tool bars and plugins for Internet Explorer 6 and 7. more... CD/DVD, Printer, or USB Fix issues related to CD/DVD, Printers, USB, etc. where conflicting device software and configuration make them inaccessible. Security Improve security and privacy by recogonizing and fixing configuration flaws in base operating system, network and program settings. Perfomance Tuning Improve overall performance including internet browsing speed by fine tuning various system and network settings, improve startup time by turning off unnecessary programs in your startup and services.

Glary Utilities

Glary Utilities Free includes a variety of system tools that can help you clean your PC from junk files, remove Internet traces, find invalid registry entries, manage startup programs, optimize system memory and more. The program also includes a disk space inspector to locate large folders and files, as well as a Context Menu Manager, that enables you to disabled unused right-click options for files and folders. Other features include and Internet Explorer Assistant, a Privacy Shredder for secure file deletion and an encryption tool. Optimize, clean and boost the speed of your Windows. Protect your privacy and security. Block spyware, trojans, adware, etc. Fix certain program errors. Simple, fast and User friendly interface For only private use Glary Utilities offers numerous powerful and easy-to-use system tools and utilities to fix, speed up, maintain and protect your PC. It allows you to clean common system junk files, as well as invalid registry entries and Internet traces. You can manage and delete browser add-ons, analyze disk space usage and find duplicate files. You can also view and manage installed shell extensions, encrypt your files from unauthorized access and use, split large files into smaller manageable files and then rejoin them. Furthermore, Glary Utilities includes the options to optimize memory, find, fix, or remove broken Windows shortcuts, manage the programs that start at Windows startup and uninstall software. Other features include secure file deletion, an Empty Folder finder and more. All Glary Utilities tools can be accessed through an eye-pleasing and totally simplistic interface.

Advanced WindowsCare Personal

Advanced WindowsCare is designed to provide one-click care for your PC. It includes a quick spyware scan, adware blocking, privacy cleanup and several system scans that can find and fix invalid registry entries and clean up temporary files. The program also analyzes your system configuration and suggests changes to optimize performance. Advanced users can review all changes that are about to be made and make adjustments as needed - a restore option is provided in conjunction XP System Restore. Advanced WindowsCare provides a convenient way for non-technical users to perform routine maintenance and apply system optimization tweaks without the need to become a computer geek. The program can also be scheduled to run automatically. A Pro Edition can also be purchased that offers additional optimization features.

VistaTask

VistaTask is a full featured automation tool that supports more than 160 different actions, including Internet actions, database queries, file operations, window controls, mouse actions, keyboard input and many more. You can design new automation tasks by simple drag and drop of the desired actions, and configuring the details of each step. The program includes a wide range of dynamic variables that can be used within a task (dates, system commands etc.), and supports dialog prompts that can ask the user for input before continuing a running task. You can also create advanced tasks by inserting conditional IF statements that can act on query results, existing files, math calculations, visible images and various other factors. Other features include direct Win32 API Access, checkpoints, loops, and jumps, recording and playback and more. VistaTask can even compile your entire task into a standalone program (EXE file) that can be used to launch the task, even on other computers. Even though the program supports very complex tasks, it is easy-to-use and does not require you to learn any new scripting languages. vTask Studio includes all the features you need to automate your computer, such as launching apps, mouse actions, and loops. Of course, it goes beyond the basics, and also includes advanced automation capabilities such as checkpoints and database queries. However, what really sets vTask apart are its unique features like image matching and an integrated EXE compiler. And all of that functionality is contained inside of a utility that is only 1 megabyte in size! vTask is very efficiently written, something we're proud of. vTask Studio has actions available to automate all aspects of the Windows environment. The actions are grouped into clear categories, such as Keyboard, Menu, and Files. Drag and Drop the actions to quickly create automation scripts. Task creation is easier and quicker with vTask Studio than in any competing product.

Toolfish Utility Suite

Toolfish Utility Suite is suite of 19 utilities and support for text-to-speech. It includes a talking email announcer, reminders, email checker and more. The Web Compare feature allows you to monitor web pages for changes and notifies you based when they are changed based on percent changed, keywords or date. The built-in Site Monitor allows you to monitor servers for availability and notifies you when there is a problem (via email, sound or popup). Toolfish also supports system wide keystroke and program logging, muting on inactivity, Stealth Mode and custom event creation by stacking triggers and actions and much more. Web Compare - Automatically checks web pages at timed intervals for changes using advanced fuzzy logic and notifies you based on 'percent changed', keywords or date. Talking New Email Announcer - Supports unlimited POP3 accounts, local and remote filtering and new email quick view button. Site Monitor - Get notified when a site, email server or port is unavailable and keep statistics (notification by email, audio, running a utility and pop-ups supported) Talking Reminders - Use the One-Time or Recurring Reminder Wizard to quickly add a talking reminder, never forget an important event again! Control Other Applications - Send keys, close, kill-task and send custom WM messages to any program based on .exe name or title bar text. Paste IP address global macro - Server based IP detection ALWAYS gets your correct IP! Fun Statistics - Ever wondered how many miles you've moved your mouse? Atomic Clock Adjustment - Adjusts your clock to match the world's most accurate time piece, the atomic clock. Toolfish also supports system wide keystroke and program logging, muting on inactivity with volume fade, Stealth Mode and robust custom event creation by stacking triggers and actions and much more. Professional multi threaded version with full Unicode support. Supports W2K/XP/VISTA. What can Toolfish do? Why do you need it? Get notified when your favorite web comic has updated Get notified when web journals, diaries and friends personal pages are updated Get notified first when your favorite game or beta news is updated Have your phone or pager emailed to stay informed on the go Get notified when your name or product is talked about by checking search engine results Use phrase checking to detect when somebody swears in your guest book Monitor a web forum for general activity or when a certain person posts. Get notified when you get new email mail - by voice! Supports unlimited POP3 mailboxes. Have your computer "tell" you to take a break every hour if computer activity has been detected Secretly log all passwords/emails entered on your computer Mute your computer based on inactivity Run batch files or programs at scheduled times Attach hot keys to any web site, document or program Attach macros to hot keys so you can paste info quickly anywhere, (great for tech support people) (supports unicode macros!) Perform scheduled backups by passing the current date or time as a parameter to a batch file Perform actions if a certain program is or isn't running

Product Key Explorer

Product Key Explorer displays product key for Windows, MS Office, Exchange Server, SQL Server, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe CS and 500 other software products installed on your local or remote network computers. In order to install or reinstall Microsoft Office, Windows, or other commercial software, you must have access to a product key (CD Key) for that product. Product Key Explorer retrieves product keys from network computers and allows to protect your company from having pirated software on your network. With this software you will be able to track the number of software licenses installed in your business, find and recover a lost or forgotten product keys. You can backup product keys to Registry File (.reg), save as Tab Delimited Txt File (.txt), CSV Comma Delimited (.csv), Excel Workbook (.xls), Access Database (.mdb), Web Page (.html) or XML Data (.xml) file, print key list or copy all to clipboard. This program can be useful if you lost the product key and you want to reinstall it.

VMProtect

New-generation software protection. The protected parts of code are executed on the virtual machine, which makes it really difficult to analyze and crack the protected program. The built-in disassembler and using a MAP file will allow you to quickly select the necessary parts of the code protected against cracking.

PowerStrip

PowerStrip provides advanced, multi-monitor, programmable hardware support to a wide range of graphics cards - from the venerable Matrox Millennium I to the latest Radeon 9800. It's the only program of its type to support multiple graphics cards from multiple chipset vendors, simultaneously, under every Windows operating system from Windows 95 to XP.

GetDiz

Many downloadable ZIP archives have DIZ (file_id.diz) and NFO files included within them. Sure, they're simple text files that can be viewed with Notepad, but GetDiz is a Windows freeware program especially designed for those files. ASCII art is displayed correctly and the user interface is small, handy and specific. Since the start of the GetDiz project more than 10 years ago the program has evolved into a full featured text editor. GetDiz can replace Notepad while maintaining an incredible speed, ease of use and small size. Version 4 includes Windows Vista support and many new options including auto-copy, one instance mode and automatic window resize according to file dimensions.

Mobile Net Switch

Mobile Net Switch allows you to easily switch between network configurations, by creating customized profiles for every network you connect to. To apply the settings, all you have to do is select the profile and apply it with the click of a button, rather than having to reconfigure everything manually. The program can automatically select the correct drive mappings, printer settings, IP settings, home page settings, host file and more. You can also run custom scripts or import registry files before and after a profile is activated.

UpdateStar

UpdateStar scans your computer for installed software products and produces a list of your inventory and available updates, along with download link and additional information. The program not only works with widely used commercial products, but also with many freeware and shareware programs available from the web. UpdateStar runs in the system tray and can automatically check for updates on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. You can customize the list of products and choose to ignore updates from certain products. The update database is maintained by the developer and accepts input from users to help improve the accuracy. The current version recognized about half of the 50 products we had installed, so there is definitely room for improvement. Overall, however, this is a very promising product.

Macro Scheduler

Macro Scheduler lets you create macros to control applications, automate software processes and assign tasks to scheduled events, desktop shortcuts or hotkeys. You can perform complex tasks with a single mouse click, or schedule them for later. Power users will appreciate the ability to compile scripts into standalone EXE files, which can be launched on any Windows PC. MacroScript, the proprietary Macro Scheduler script language, supports subroutines and array type variables and scripts can be extended to include Microsoft VBScript code. More than 200 script commands and standard programming constructs include the ability to send keystrokes and mouse events to other applications, wait for windows to open and close, make a particular window active, perform internet tasks, run programs and commands, execute files, read from and write to files and much more.

jv16 PowerTools

jv16 PowerTools 2008 is a collection of registry and system clean-up utilities for advanced users. It includes more than a dozen tools to clean and maintain your system, work with files, automate tasks and more. The program also includes a duplicate file finder, a file recovery tool, a startup manager and several other useful utilities.

Vista Start Menu SE

Vista Start Menu SE is a replacement for the standard Windows Start menu that provides a different layout and interface, designed to access all your programs faster without having to go through multiple menu levels. It displays all programs in a single view and provides cascading menus for other Start Menu entries. The reboot and shutdown options are conveniently placed along the top of the menu and combines the Run and Find dialog along with a Google search search option into a single input field. Vista Start Menu SE can replace the original Start menu or you can launch it from the system tray. A Pro version with additional features can be purchased.

12Ghosts Complete

12Ghosts Complete is an immensely useful collection of tools and gadgets will help you to work faster and safer with Windows, the Internet and even automate your daily work.

Macro Expert

Macro Expert is a utility designed to automate repetitive or routine tasks on your computer. It allows you to record your mouse movements and actions, so that they can be played back on demand or regular schedule. In addition to recorded macros, it allows you to edit macro actions manually by combining actions with pre-defined triggers (system events, user logons etc.). The available actions include moving the mouse pointer, stroking keys, selecting menus, pressing buttons, launching programs, showing message dialog, shutting down your computer, and more. The finished macro can also be run on-demand via keyboard hotkey, or on a regular schedule.

Advatrack

Advatrack monitors the location of your computer on the Internet so it can be found when it is lost or stolen. After specified time period passed Advatrack agent looks for an Internet connection and, when it finds one, it makes a short connection to our server, which detects location of the computer and saves it. You can specify period of time between connections during setup(recommended daily). Monitoring report is available online. This report contains information where and when the computer was connected to the Internet so you can detect unauthorized use of the computer too. Also it contains volume serial number and all available information about last known Internet connection. This process does not interfere with any PC work and can't be detected by regular means. You can access your online report from any computer or that report can be emailed to you. Advatrack has been tested against all known computer viruses.

Super Utilities Pro

Super Utilities is a collection of program to fix, speed up, maintain and protect your PC! Comprising four focus modules designed to do everything from cleaning your Registry to removing spyware infestations. Super Utilities is a megamart of system-maintenance tools designed to keep your computer running smoothly. Super Utilities's integrated suite of programs can get your system running at peak performance levels in few minutes.

Ashampoo System Pack

Ashampoo System Pack is the control, installation and launch centre for Ashampoo's popular Windows optimization and management tools. All these tools are famous for their combination of power and ease of use ?C anyone can use them but they still deliver the performance that normally only Windows experts can achieve. On installation the program checks your computer for existing Ashampoo Windows system tools and automatically integrates them in its launch pad interface. If you want, you can then download and install any of the other tools you would like to have in a simple, one-click process. You can also use it to try out the Ashampoo system management tools ?C you get the normal free trial options for every tool. Just click once on the tool that interests you to download, install and run.

AllMedia Grabber

Extract Thousands Pictures, Videos, Music, Sounds hidden inside programs / files on your computer with AllMedia Grabber. AllMedia Grabber searches in files (executables, libraries, custom controls, data files e.t.c.) and extracts multimedia files. Extract files stored in EXECUTABLES, LIBRARIES, CUSTOM CONTROLS, MICROSOFT OFFICE FILES, DATABASES, RAW or BINARY FILES (like exe, dll, ocx, doc, ppt, xls, pdf, mdb, raw, bin, hex...). Select File(s), Folders, Drives to scan. Integration into Windows shell (Quick extraction from CONTEXT MENU). Convert all graphics formats to BMP, ICO. Browse all extracted graphic files in thumbnail mode. View graphic files in original size with program viewer, Delete, rename files, delete all extracted files, copy to clipboard, set as wallpaper.Multilanguage support. (Currently AllMedia Grabber has been translated to: English, Deutsch, French, Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Bulgarian, Hungarian, Portugues Br, Greek).

ID Process Manager

ID Process Manager is a utility designed to help you manage the status of all processes on your computer. It enables you to stop any process or to start a new one, protecting against intruders, including spyware and Trojans. Main features includes: managing processes status, monitoring and removing of harmful processes, protecting against adware and Trojans, deleting and blocking of BHO, securing your shutdown process under password.

WinGuggle

WinGuggle enables you to recover your Windows Vista and Microsoft Office product keys. This can be useful if you still have the CD but lost the CD key. The program also allows you to edit your OEM manufacturer information and logo.

Hostess

Hostess has been designed to help you easily maintain your Hosts file for the purpose of blocking servers rather than for its original purpose of quicker DNS lookups. It stores the host names in an indexed database, eliminating duplicates and placing hosts into logical groups that can be ordered for efficiency. Hostess has powerful import, export and search features and can even create a registry file for adding domains to the Internet Explorer restricted zone.

SkinStudio

SkinStudio needs windowblinds to work, it is a utility that lets you design your own graphical user interfaces that can then be applied to Microsoft Windows or various programs on Windows such as Windows Media Player. Features: Support for custom applications. Visually design skins without the need to code. Advanced skin code editor with auto completion. Helps adapt thousands of available WindowBlinds skins and .msstyles (Windows XP visual styles) for use with your development application. Built in preview (clickable) for fast location and "tweaking" of skin sections. Test tool using DirectSkin as the skinning engine for fast and the most accurate final preview. Integration with your program skin folders for faster testing and modifying the skin right where it needed. Most up to date DirectSkin format support. Use of pre-made GUI widgets. Import skin parts to mix and match skins. Advanced skin colorizing Support for easy putting skin images into resource DLLs for faster skin loading (faster program startup) with fewer files needed for distribution.

CursorFX

CursorFX enables you to apply special effects to your Windows 2000/XP mouse cursor. It includes several themes that are semi-transparent and feature more advanced shadows and alpha blending. CursorFX is configured directly from your Control Panel/Mouse Properties dialog. Additional themes can be downloaded.

Quick Batch File Compiler

Quick Batch File Compiler enables you to convert your batch files (.bat) into a standalone executable (EXE) with a single click. You can customize the resource information, specify a custom icon, and also include small files into the compiled package. The compiled EXE encrypts your code to hide it from viewing and protect it from changes.

Secunia Personal Software Inspector

Secunia Personal Software Inspector scans your computer for outdated software products that have been discontinued or require critical security updates from the vendor. The program can recognize almost 30,000 software products and gathers update information from a variety of online sources, a user community and in-house research. Once the scan is completed, Secunia PSI will present you with a list of issues that were detected, along with download links to updated version, additional online information and other details. Advanced users can chose to ignore certain programs or exclude paths from the system scan. Secunia PSI can scan your computer on a daily basis and automatically alert you if new issues are detected. The Secunia PSI is the FREE security tool that is designed with the sole purpose of helping you secure your computer from software vulnerabilities. Software vulnerabilities affect all applications installed on your computer, from the Operating System down to your email client, office application, instant messaging, and so on.

Active@ Boot Disk

Recover lost data, reset Windows passwords, make computer system backups and securely erase data with Active@ Boot Disk's combination of six tools. The program is used from a bootable CD-ROM to start the PC. Active@ Boot Disk contains the following products: Active@ UNERASER, Active@ Partition Recovery, Active@ KillDisk, Active@ Disk Image, Active@ NTFS Reader and Active@ Password Changer.

WatchMe

WatchMe is a simple timer program that can be used to time multiple tasks or events independently of each other. You can assign a custom name to identify each timer and also store personal notes for each. The program can display the time in hours:minutes:seconds or in fractions of an hour, depending on your preference and you can also adjust the time by adding or removing minutes. Standalone, no install needed.

AnVir Task Manager Pro

AnVir Task Manager Pro is an advanced process and startup manager that enables you to monitor and manage processes, services, internet connections, DLLs, drivers, locked files. It automatically analyzes your startup programs and generates a security risk assessment that can help you identify spyware, malware or other potential threats. When new startup items are added, the program will inform you and allow you to block the new entry. Other features include the ability to kill, restart or block processes, automatic changing of process priority, performance monitoring, integrated virus checking and more.

DelayExec

This small utility accepts 2 command line parameters, the first is the full path to the file you would like to execute. The second parameter is the delay time, in seconds. There is no user interface to the program, it is ran from the command line and is completely hidden. DelayExec could be useful if you want something to wait before executing, such as on Windows startup or in a network login script.

ProcessKO

ProcessKO is for professionals and experienced users, with very good PC know-how (knowledge) ! ProcessKO is a small useful tool to quickly kill a running or hanging process / program. It is not uncommon among developers or program-testers that the programs do not function properly or that you can not even close the programs (using the Taskmanager) usually its always the same candidates. Creating "Dearest-KO's" for fast killing processes or programs! One knows this problem, especilly as developers / betatester: When a utility freezes,than you call the task manager CTRL+ALT+DEL , and find that frozen program then you have to find and select the option "End Process", and finally you have to confirm the message, "Are you sure you want to terminate the process" with "yes". One can save many hand moves and also time !

PC Decrapifier

PC Decrapifier is an uninstall utility that is specifically designed to remove common trial and promotional software, that is often installed on a new PC. This includes items such as trial versions of Norton, Corel, MS Office, Quicken etc., as well as promotional desktop icons, AOL installations, OEM home and search pages, browser toolbars, unnecessary startup items and more. The program does not need to be installed, and can run from a USB drive. You can choose the items to be removed from a list, and also create a restore point to undo any changes.

Sleep Moon

Sleep Moon is a powerful free automation tool that will take care of specific tasks when you cannot. It is packed with extensive features such as an Alarm, a Silent Alarm and Atomic Time Synchronization and still Sleep Moon is very easy to use with minimal effort to set up. Features: Shutdown OptionReboot OptionLog OFF OptionPower OFF ATX OptionSilent Alarm OptionRun File OptionAlarm OptionAtomic Time Synchronization

Macro MD

Macro MD enables you to automate almost any task on your computer without the need to learn any scripting language. It offers a wide variety of commands that can be used to run applications, send keystrokes, insert data, load web pages, fill web forms, move/copy/rename files and folders, start or stop services and much more. You can create simple macros or complex scripts including iterations and conditional statements, using a point and click interface. The program offers forms for every command, you just have to fill in the blanks and the code will be created for you. The macros can be triggered via hotkey, windows or on a regular schedule. MacroMD supports creating of custom variables and can also write results from a macro step to a new variable that can be passed on to the next step. Advanced users can also take advantage of the integrated Python scripting.

UltraExplorer

UltraExplorer is a Windows Explorer alternative that provides a customizable interface and additional features. You can group the file display by name, type, date or other aspects or navigate in column mode in addition to the standard view modes. You can also browse folders in tabs, filter folder content, quickly access recently used folders, maintain a list of favorites, and more. UltraExplorer also offers convenient ways to copy file names or folder paths, view folder sizes and Drop Stack to collect files from multiple locations.

Rainbow Folders

Rainbow Folders allows you to change the color of selected folder icons. You can use it to navigate your files more efficiently by setting specific colors for important folders, so they are easy to spot in Windows Explorer, open/save dialogs and anywhere else in the file system. In addition, you can also set an extra warning when someone is trying to delete colorized folder. The program works by modifying the desktop.ini file, so it does not have to be kept running all the time - only add or remove colors from folders.

Shred Agent

Shred Agent works on hardware level, thus wiping the files completely, eliminating the possibility of ever recovering them. What makes it different from most file wiping utilities currently available on the market is the capability to control the wiping of files in the background. For example you can configure the corresponding filters to wipe temporary file created by office programs.

Comodo Memory Guardian

Comodo Memory Guardian prevents damage from most types of buffer overflow attacks, which is when a malicious program or script deliberately sends more data to its memory buffer than the buffer can handle, causing a crash. It is at this point that a successful attack can create a back door to the system though which a hacker can gain access. The goal of most attacks is to install malware onto the compromised PC whereby the hacker can reformat the hard drive, steal sensitive user information, or even install programs that transform the machine into a zombie PC.

AlwaysUp

AlwaysUp runs your program as a Windows Service, monitoring it constantly to ensure 100% uptime. It will automatically restart your program if it crashes, hangs, or uses too much memory, dismiss "Application error" dialogs, and run customized "sanity checks" to ensure that your program is available 24/7. Regular, detailed email from AlwaysUp will keep you abreast of crashes, scheduled restarts and other relevant events.

GetRightToGo

GetRightToGo is a utility for software developers, websites, affiliates, and businesses to build customized file download applications. It lets you build a small custom program that downloads your files. Your users would download and run a small file built by GetRightToGo. The downloader shows your graphics and names and downloads the full file for them! With full download resuming, and much more. Simple forms will let you build a downloader in just minutes. All without programming and without changing anything about your website, server, or files. Or choose the more advanced options to create a totally customized user interface for your downloader!

Task Killer

This process manager allows you to quickly terminate applications, processes, windows, to start/stop Windows services and etc. ie. you may "kill" a frozen (hanged up) application, process or service by clicking on the windows taskbar's Task Killer icon and choosing program (process) from the menu list. You will forget clumsy key combination Ctrl-Alt-Del and standard Task Manager window forever!

FizzBoost

FizzBoost is a companion program for FaceBook users, that runs in the system tray and alerts you of new events like friend invites, unread mail, wall posts, unread shares and more. It can check for changes every X minutes, and you can choose which notifications to include. Furthermore, the program provides a tray icon menu that allows quick access to important pages in your FaceBook account.

WindowsRescue Gamers Edition

By using WindowsRescue? to redeploy your software and games, the nightmare turns into relaxation when you just sleep through the whole process. Everything will be running perfect the next morning! No viruses?? no hijackers?? no worms?? no malware?? no spyware?? just like new! THAT makes WindowsRescue worth it's price! Make backup copies of your games, and restore them on any XP or Vista computer in a ready-to-run state. Your entire game collection, including license keys, updates and patches is compressed into a single file. This is the perfect tool for those who just bought a new PC, or for those who is planning a reinstallation of Windows. In addition to preserve all your games, it secures a completely virus, worms, hijacker and spyware free operating system. You have surly reinstalled Windows a few times because of oncoming slow performance due to virus infection, hijackers, spyware and for somewhat other reason. The reinstallation of Windows in its self is no problem, but to reinstall all your games, updates, patches and configurations is a whole different ballgame. Unlike traditional installation procedures where popup windows needs your attention, our new Grab&Restore technology makes sure that you dont have to be present when running. Saves you time and effort!

Karens Computer Profiler

Computer Profiler displays more than 100 interesting facts about your computer, organized into several tabs. It includes details about your CPU, memory, operating system, power source, memory, network settings and more. You can copy any of the information to the clipboard, and paste it into a document for permanent storage. An easy to use tool to access general system information from a single interface, without having to dig through the Control Panel.

Nuclass7

This software is a utility for training, validation and program of neural and conventional classifiers including multilayer perceptron, functional link network, piecewise linear network, self organizing map and K-Means. C source provided for applying trained networks. Extensive help is provided. User-supplied TXT-format training data files, containing rows of numbers, can be of any size. It includes pruning for approximate structural risk minimization.

Extra Drive Creator Professional

Extra Drive Creator Pro enables you to create a variety of virtual drives, including crypted drives, virtual CD-ROM drives, virtual drives linked to files or folders, as well as a RAM-drive. The interface is easy to use and categorizes the available drive options and shows the drive letters that you can use for your virtual drive(s).

PE Explorer

Designed for inspection and editing of Windows executable files, PE Explorer offers powerful static analysis and editing tools for working with EXE, DLL, ActiveX controls, and other executable file formats that run on MS Windows 32-bit platforms. Whether you are an advanced computer user just wondered what makes an executable file tick, or software developer suffered from hard-to-find program bugs, PE Explorer is the software solution that will make it easy to find the answers. You can view the structure and all of the resources contained in the file, track down and diagnose problems and more. It also includes a Dependency Scanner, a Disassembler and more. Other features include automatic UPX unpacking, adding of Windows XP control styles to older applications, Safe Mode, support for custom plug-ins and more.

Restorator

This program is used for translation and localization, customization, design improvement and development. Work with Windows resources of applications and its component PE files. You can modify, add and remove resources such as text, images, icons, sounds, videos, dialogs, version, and menus in EXE, DLL, RES, and RC files.

Rootkit Unhooker

An advanced rootkit detection/removal utility. Here are some key features of "Rootkit Unhooker": Service Descriptor Table hooks detection * Includes Service Descriptor Table hooks removing (unhooking) SYSENTER/Int 2e hooks detection * Detection of hooking sysenter instruction handler and system interrupt (IDT) hook SYSENTER/Int 2e hooks removing (unhooking) * Restoring original instruction (interrupt) handler Hidden processes detection * Detection of processes hidden from Windows API * Most powerful in the world at current time * Detection of processes with full path and name (unique) Hidden processes terminating * Including force-kill powered by PVASE * (c) PVASE Process Virtual Address Space Erasing Hidden processes dumping * With ability to rebuild file for analysis Hidden drivers detection * Detection of drivers hidden from Windows API * combines four different methods of detection and including special five (c) Stealth Walker technology * and six (c) KMSE - Kernel Memory Scanning Engine Hidden drivers dumping * Unique feature that gives you ability to make dump of selected driver IRP hooks detection * Look for "References" column on the Hidden Drivers Detector page Detection of API-based hooks (Code Hooks Detection) * Includes most powerful at this time inline (splicing) hooks detection in drivers and libraries. Detected hooks: on functions and on IRP's (for drivers) Detection of hidden libraries * As part of Code Hooks Detector page. Displays address (if can be determined) of hidden library Hidden files detection * Includes detection of files hidden from Windows API on the disks. Supported file systems are: FAT32 and NTFS (full support - including ADS). Low level files operation * Wipe/Copy functions for visible and hidden files (including ADS). Update system * Can check our server for program updates Report generation * Automatically generates report with all needed information (not huge and useless like in others programs) Program self-protection * Contains some methods that are able to prevent some malware from interrupting work of program. Includes internal integrity checking and antidebugging

Ultimate Runner

Create unlimited lists of Windows commands that you want to be executed as groups.Execute unlimited commands or programs with a simple mouse double-click.Ultimate Runner will help you to automate the execution of several commands with a mouse double-click,so create lists of commands and save them as executable groups in its format files.Execute any group by double-clicking the appropriate saved file without the necessity of Ultimate Runner to run in the background.Unlike other programs,Ultimate Runner associated files execute instead of calling the program for editing.

ReactOS

ReactOS? is an advanced free open source operating system providing a ground-up implementation of a Microsoft Windows? XP compatible operating system. ReactOS aims to achieve complete binary compatibility with both applications and device drivers meant for NT and XP operating systems, by using a similar architecture and providing a complete and equivalent public interface. ReactOS is the most complete working model of a Windows? like operating system available. Consequently, working programmers will learn a excellent deal by studying ReactOS source code and even participating in ReactOS development. ReactOS has and will continue to incorporating features from newer versions and sometimes even define the state of the art in operating system technology.

Advanced WindowsCare Professional

Finding Windows errors others miss and unleashing super power of your PC, Advanced WindowsCare v2 Professional provides an Always-On and Automated, All-In-One PC Care Service with anti-spyware, privacy protection, performance tune-ups, and system clean. With "Install It and Forget It" feature, it works automatically and quietly in the background on your computer, constantly keeps your computer safe, error-free and running at top speed.

System Information Viewer

System Information Viewer is a general Windows tool for dumping lots of useful Windows, Network and hardware info - CPU info, PCI info, USB info, Machine Info, Hardware Sensors, Networked computers, Operating System Information and more

Hyena

This software is a centralized administrative tool for managing medium to large NT/2000/XP environments in mixed or native mode. This centralized administrative program includes extensive support for Active Directory components like organizational units, universal groups and flexible AD queries.

SIW

The Freeware SIW is a System Information tool that gathers detailed information about your system properties and settings. A utility that includes detailed specs for Hardware, Software and Network as well as real-time monitors for CPU, Memory, Page File usage and network traffic. Shows used TCP and UDP Ports. Windows 9x password retriever. Serial Number (CD key) for operating system and applications. Show Hidden Passwords.

PStart

PStart is a portable start menu that can be installed on a USB drive or your local PC and provides quick access to programs and documents. You can organize your applications into custom groups and launch them by clicking on the associated icon. The program supports advanced launch parameters, scheduled runs and custom icons, and also offers an option to generate a autorun.inf file for use with CDs. PStart also includes a small notes organizer, a search feature and displays information about the hard drive space on your drive. Other features include backup/restore, customizable interface and an option to hide the launcher on the edge of your screen.

Stardock LogonStudio Vista

Stardock LogonStudio Vista allows you to customize the Vista logon screen, by choosing from a variety of theme designs. The program includes a few sample designs and many others can be freely downloaded. Includes an option to restore your default screen.