4/30/2008

TCP Optimizer 2 (Increases your internet speed upto 40%)

If you do not feel like reading the entire documentation below, or you simply need the tweaks NOW, without spending time in learning the meaning of all those settings, you can use the Optimizer by following these short instructions:- Choose your maximum Connection Speed from the slider bar (the maximum available bandwidth, in kilobits per second)- Choose your Network Interface, or check to Modify All Network Adapters- Pick "Optimal settings" from the radio-buttons near the bottom of the program- Click on the "Apply changes" button and rebootThe Optimizer can do all the rest for you (including a backup of the current registrysettings, so you can revert the changes if you wish). The new version of the program includes a preview of all changes after hitting the "Apply changes" button and before actually editing the Windows Registry.You can also use the Optimizer to easily apply custom values, test with different settings, and learn a bit more about tweaking and TCP/IP in general. We strongly recommend getting familiar with the settings, and learning what aspects of your connection they affect first. Also, note that some of the program tabs (Largest MTU, BDP, Latency) can be used as a learning tool without making any changes to the Windows Registry.The 3 radio buttons at the bottom of the program show the relevant "Current settings" as set in the Windows Registry, the Optimizer recommended "Optimal settings", or allow for "Custom settings" for the more advanced user to test with different values.Please see the following chapters for definitions and detailed descriptions of all options in the TCP Optimizer.Note: You should be logged in with an account with administrative privileges to be able to write to some of the Registry keys and use the program to its full potential.General Settings================This tab contains all the important tweakable TCP/IP parameters.Connection Speed (in kilobits per second) - you have to choose your maximum available bandwidth here. The Optimizer will base any "Optimal settings" recommendations on the connection speed you choose in this slider bar. Please note it is an approximation of your maximum available bandwidth, it does not have to be exact.Network Adapter selection - you should have a list of all present network interfaces in the system. When you select an adapter, using this pull-down menu, its IP address will be shown in the lower-right of this section. Note you can also choose to modify all network adapters it the same time, or tweak without modifying any of their settings.You also have the option to type a a custom MTU value (that will be used to recommend RWIN). Generally, MTU can safely be set at 1500, however some types of connections, and some routers use smaller values. It is only necessary to edit the MTU value in such special cases. For example, the maximum MTU value for Windows XP PPPoE encapsulation is 1480 (even though other PPPoE implementations can use as high as 1492).Note: In some rare cases, it is possible that your desired network device is not correctly identified by the Optimizer. That does not affect the program performance much, and you should simply choose "Modify All Network Adapters" in such cases. We'd also appreciate you contacting us with the exact device, so we can improve the program.TCP Receive Window (a.k.a. RWIN) - this buffer is the single most important factor in tweaking your TCP/IP parameters. A small RWIN value limits your maximum throughput (the server waits for acknowledgements of received packets), one much larger than needed by your connection can have a negative effect on your connection as well. Here is some history on WIN, and all the considerations in choosing an "optimal" value:Originally, when the TCP protocol was developed, there were only 16 bits in the TCP header reserved for the size of this buffer, allowing for a maximum value of 2^16 (65535, if you start counting from 0). With faster high-latency networks this value proved insufficient, and RFC 1323 introduced additional "TCP Options", allowing for larger RWIN values. It is accomplished by bit shifting, or multiplying the original unscaled RWIN value (up to 65535 bytes) in the TCP header by a scale factor, power of 2.The TCP Optimizer recommends an optimal TCP Window value considering all the following factors:- Bandwidth * Delay product based on the chosen maximum connection speed and maximum anticipated latency.- RWIN (both scaled and unscaled) multiple of MSS, for maximum optimization.- Proper RFC 1323 scaling for RWIN values larger than 65535.- largest optimal unscaled RWIN (MSS multiple) used for all RWIN values over 65535.MTU Discovery (RFC 1191, EnablePMTUDiscovery) - We recommend enabling (choosing "Yes") this setting.MTU Discovery determines whether TCP uses a fixed, default maximum transmission unit (MTU) or attempts to find the actual MTU. In some versions of Windows, if MTU Discovery is disabled the OS uses an MTU of 576 bytes for all connections to computers outside of the local subnet. If enabled, TCP attempts to discover the MTU (largest packet size) over the path to a remote host.Black Hole Detect (EnablePMTUBHDetect) - The recommended optimal setting in the TCP Optimizer is "No".Enabling this setting causes TCP to try to detect black hole routers while doing Path MTU Discovery. A black hole router does not return ICMP Destination Unreachable messages when it needs to fragment an IP datagram with the Don't Fragment bit set. TCP depends on receiving these messages to perform Path MTU Discovery. With this feature enabled, TCP tries to send segments without the Don't Fragment bit set if several retransmissions of a segment go unacknowledged. If the segment is acknowledged as a result, the MSS is decreased and the Don't Fragment bit is set in future packets on the connection. Enabling black hole tection increases the maximum number of retransmissions that are performed for a given segment. Unless you are dealing with a relatively archaic network, or running a server, this setting does not make much visible difference, and can in fact waste bandwidth if enabled.Selective ACKs (SackOpts) - the recommended setting is "Yes".This parameter controls whether or not SACK (Selective Acknowledgement) support is enabled, as specified in RFC 2018. SAC is especially important for connections using large TCP Window sizes.Max Duplicate ACKs (TcpMaxDupAcks) - range is 1-3, the recommended value is 2.This parameter determines the number of duplicate ACKs (acknowledgements) that must be received for the same sequence number of sent data before "fast retransmit" is triggered to resend the segment that has been dropped in transit.Time to Live (TTL, DefaultTTL) - recommended value is 64.This setting specifies the default time-to-live (TTL) value set in the header of outgoing IP packets. The TTL determines the maximum amount of time in seconds (and the number of hops) that an IP packet may live in the network without reaching its destination. It is effectively a limit on the number of routers that an IP packet is allowed to pass through before being discarded. It does not directly affect speed, however a value that's too small can cause packets to be unable to reach distant servers at all. A very large value, on the other hand might take too long to recognize lost packets.TCP 1323 Options (TCP1323Opts) - we recommend having only "Window Scaling" enabled.This parameter controls RFC 1323 time stamps and window-scaling options. The "Window Scaling" part allows for RWIN (TCP Window) values over 65535. Timestamps add another 12 bytes to the header of each packet, and are only necessary in connections with increased packet loss. Advanced Settings ==================This tab contains additional tweaks, that have a smaller, but still noticeable effect on TCP/IP performance. Generally, the tweaks on this page are not directly related to throughput. Some of the tweaks in this section of the Optimizer might be related only to specific aspects of networking, such as Web, or LAN browsing, hostname resolution speed, etc.Internet Explorer OptimizationBy default, the HTTP 1.1 specs allow for only 2 concurrent connections to a Web server. That means, while downloading a web page you can only get 2 files at a time. Note that a single page usually includes tens (sometimes hundreds) of images, each initiating a separate request to the server. Increasing the default to ~10 can provide a considerable visible boost in web page loading time, especially for broadband internet connections. There are two parameters in this section, MaxConnectionsPerServer, and MaxConnectionsPer1_0Server, corresponding to HTTP 1.1 and 1.0, respectively. We recommend setting both to the same number, between 4 and 10.Host Resolution Priority This section improves DNS and hostname resolution in general. It helps web pages load faster, and has negligible effect on downloads. For more information on what/how this tweak operates, check our Host Resolution Priority Tweak article. We recommend using the Optimal values (5,6,7,9). Type/Quality of Service QoS (Quality of Service) and ToS (Type of Service) have to do with support for priority traffic.

Ultimate Defrag v1.72

Ultimate Defrag v1.72 Ultimate Defrag is the ultimate defragger and File Placement Optimizer. Defragging hard drives helps to restore your hard drive performance. File placement optimizing on the other hand, boosts your theoretical hard drive file access performance by up to 300% of manufacturers quoted averages (typical performance increase you'll experience is between 25 and 100%) by placing the files you want performance from onto the faster performing outer tracks) areas of your hard drive. With UltimateDefrag - you can specify which individual files, programs or games you want the best performance from. The "Archive" function places all of your unused files out of the way and onto the slower performing areas of your hard drive. UltimateDefrag is the world's most powerful defragger in terms of the file placement flexibility it gives you for defragging and strategically placing files on your hard drive - right down to the individual file level.

Nero Ultra Edition 8.3.2.1

The Ultimate solution for Data, Video, Photo, Audio and BackUp! Nero 8 is a software solution that brings the digital world to your PC with features that make it fun and easy to create multimedia projects with high-quality, professional results. Create MP3 mixes and edit vacation videos in High Definition format. Share content around the world with simple Internet upload functions. Burn a disc with just one click, and then enjoy it in any room in your house with versatile streaming features. Rest easy knowing your data is safe in the event of a system crash or a damaged disc. Nero 8 lets you live the digital life with cutting-edge technology and world-class features. Nero 8, the newest version of the world’s best-selling multimedia suite, brings the digital world to your PC. Now it’s easy to organize and manage all your multimedia files, as well as create and edit new digital content. Nero’s sleek design and user-friendly tools make completing projects fun and enjoyable. Nero StartSmart 8 is the entry point for all functionality in Nero 8. With Nero StartSmart 8, all the powerful features of Nero8 are at your fingertips, making it easier than ever to complete your digital tasks. Nero 8 comes loaded with a number of features that enhance Windows VistaTM. With the Nero DiscCopy Gadget, you can copy a disc of any format with just one click. With Rich Preview, you can view the contents of your files without having to open a separate application. With Nero MCE Plug-ins, you can burn and stream your content on a Windows Vista™ MCE powered machine. Nero StartSmart makes creating projects fun and simpleNero StartSmart, the project launcher for Nero 8, lets you directly access features and perform one-click functions. The intuitive interface makes creating and managing digital projects easy and enjoyable. Optimized for use with Windows Vista®, Nero StartSmart even has an integrated newsfeed system.Nero 8 is the solution for your multimedia projectsNero 8 has the tools to help you handle all your multimedia projects. Whether you plan to create a music mix with MP3 files, edit vacation videos, touch up digital photos, make a slide show, or convert content to play on a mobile device, your results will be professional and dynamic.Nero 8 takes home entertainment around the houseOrganize and manage all your multimedia files with Nero’s home media center. Nero 8 lets you use your Xbox 360™ or PlayStation® 3 to stream High Definition video content and surround sound audio files to enjoy in the comfort of any room in your house.Nero 8 offers increased data securityNo more worries over losing data! Nero 8 has back up features that let you rest easy knowing your data is safe in case of a complete system crash or a damaged disc. Recover your data quickly and easily and create discs that are password protected. SecurDisc technology gives you peace of mind.New and Improved Features in Nero 8 : * Direct access to all features from the project launcher * High Definition format support * Xbox 360™ and PlayStation® 3 streaming features * Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD burning support * SecurDisc data protection support * Copy a disc with just one click * Graphics optimized for Windows Vista™ * Continual free updates

Applications included in Nero 8: • Nero Mobile – Media Center for Mobile Devices (Included in the Retail version of Nero 8 only) • Nero Home 3 – Media Management System • Nero Scout – Database Technology • Nero StartSmart 8 – One-Click Project Launcher • Nero Burning ROM 8 – Expert CD and DVD Burning • Nero Express 8 – Easy Interface CD and DVD Burning • Nero WaveEditor 4 – Audio Editing and Recording • Nero SoundTrax 3 – Professional Audio Mixing • Nero Vision 5 – Video Editing and Authoring • Nero Recode 2 – The World’s Fastest Video Converter • Nero ShowTime 4 – DVD and Multimedia Player • Nero MediaHome 3 – UPnPTM Streaming Solution • Nero ControlCenter – Simplified Customization and Configuration • Nero PhotoSnap – Photo Editing • Nero PhotoSnap Viewer – Photo Viewing • Nero CoverDesigner 3 – CD and DVD Label Design • Nero BackItUp 3 – Complete Backup Solution • Nero ImageDrive 3 – Virtual Drive Setup • Nero DiscSpeed 4 – Improve Optical Drive Performance • Nero DriveSpeed 3 – Complete Optical Drive Control • Nero RescueAgent – Improved File Recovery • Nero BurnRights – Easily Deployable Burning Rights • Nero InfoTool 5 – Drive and Disc Analysis • InCD 5 – Packet Writing Solution • SecurDisc Viewer – View SecurDisc protected files

Coreldraw x3 portable

The basics of the CorelDraw interface haven't changed a bit, and that's good news: Its uncluttered, logical design makes it unusually approachable for business folks who aren't graphics mavens. Also, drawing-software newbies will benefit from a new Hints window offering context-sensitive guidance as you work. Many of the application's changes are intelligent tweaks that enhance longstanding tools. For instance, Fit Text to Path--which lets you perform such tricks as wrapping a logo around a curve--now allows you to drag type interactively into the perfect position. More than ever, CorelDraw can double as a desktop-publishing program, thanks to such text-wrangling additions as bullets, drop caps, and support for multiple columns. CorelDraw's new Smart Fill tool, like Illustrator CS2's Live Paint, is clever enough to flood a region with color even when that space is actually the intersection of two overlapping objects. Smart Fill does not match Live Paint's ability to keep a region filled even when you reshape the objects that created it, but in many ways it's more practical, since you can apply both Smart Fill and all of CoreDraw's other effects, such as blends, bevels, and so on, to the same item. This isn't true of Illustrator's similar feature. Click here to view full-size image. Illustration: Harry Campbell In earlier CorelDraw editions, you needed to use a separate utility to trace bitmapped pictures into line drawings; in X3, tracing is built into CorelDraw itself. I achieved excellent results with a little experimentation, though I found this tool unexpectedly persnickety. For example, the one-click Quick Trace option sometimes ignored large portions of images. Although CorelDraw still touts itself as a suite, its X3 incarnation comes with just one major complementary application, the Photo-Paint image editor. Photo-Paint's most notable improvement is the Image Adjustment Lab, an extremely handy tool (also available within the CorelDraw app itself) that lets you use sliders to fiddle with attributes such as highlights and shadows, and set aside multiple variants of an image until you're satisfied.

4/20/2008

Alcohol 120% 1.9.7 Build 6221


Alcohol 120%, is a powerful Windows application that makes it easy to create backups of DVDs and CDs. In addition, the program lets you store your most used CDs as images on your computer, so you can call them up at the click of a button. With Alcohol 120%, you no longer have to worry about CDs or DVDs getting lost, stolen, or damaged. Duplicate discs work just like the originals, and your entire collection can be archived safely.Home usersMake backup copies of their game CDs and movie DVDs, allowing the kids to treat multimedia disks roughly, without destroying their value.Librarians and school administratorsUse Alcohol 120% burning software to archive their institutions' collections of recordable media, protecting themselves against the daily wear and tear that damages discs.Business usersUse Alcohol 120% burning software to make duplicate backup copies of software titles, ensuring that they will continue to have access to their licensed software, even if their physical CDs become damaged and unusable.With Alcohol 120% burning softwareYou no longer have to worry about CDs or DVDs getting lost, stolen, or damaged. Duplicate discs work just like the originals, and your entire collection can be archived safely. Features:• Supports Windows 95 / 98 / Me / NT / 2000 / XP• Can handle up to 31 virtual CD & DVD-ROM drives, all at once! So you can run several CD & DVD programs simultaneously.• Make perfect 1:1 back-ups of CDs, Alcohol 120% is really the ultimate DVD* / CD emulation and burning software.• Store your most used or important CDs as images on your computer and run them at 200x speed from up to 31 virtual CD or DVD drives!• Burn more than one CD or DVD at the same time, even from from different sources, using the latest multiple burners technology.• Highest drive compatibility - Alcohol is compatible with more than 99% of drives available and if it doesn't work with your drive we can improve it so let us know!• Bypass the latest "unbreakable" protections using Alcohol Software's state of the art burning and emulation process!• Supports the highest number of possible image file types including - MDS, CCD, BIN, CUE, ISO, CDI, BWT, BWI, BWS, BWA & many more....

4/18/2008

Ad-Aware 2007 Pro 7.0.2.3

What's New in Ad-Aware 2007 Pro?*
Redesigned Engine ¨C Benefit from superior program flexibility and more accurate scanning methods with all-new program architecture.*
Improved Code Sequence Identification (CSI) Technology ¨C Boost your privacy protection with precise detection of embedded malware, including known and emerging threats.*
The Scheduler ¨C Set automatic scans and updates to fit your personalized needs.*
Incremental Definition File Updates ¨C Save precious time and resources with smaller update files resulting in faster download times.*
Ad-Watch RegShield ¨C Improved protection against attempted registry changes, a favorite target for many forms of malware.*
Ad-Watch Connect ¨C Open a new channel to identify keyloggers and identity theft attempts with this convenient snapshot of programs actively connected to other networks.*
TrackSweep - Control privacy by erasing tracks left behind while surfing the Web on Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Opera, with one easy click.*
Hosts File Editor ¨C Take control of your Web navigation by blocking advertisement sites, reversing browser hijack entries, assisting with parental controls, and creating navigation shortcuts.*
Multiple Browser Support ¨C Choose Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Opera with expanded browser support.*
New Straightforward User Interface ¨C Effortlessly maneuver the complexities of malware detection and removal with our new user-friendly interface.More Key Features*
User-Controlled Spyware Removal - Decide for yourself what to delete from your system and what to keep.*
Extensive Detection Database ¨C Stay protected with priority updates from our extensive library of identified and analyzed spyware.*
Ad-Watch Real-Time Monitor - Proactively detect malware and parasites so malicious applications are intercepted before they install on your PC.*
Process Watch Module- View an in-depth snapshot of all running processes and quickly stop known offenders.*
Customized Scans ¨C Save time by scanning selected areas where known spyware programs are located ¨C RAM, registry, hard drives, external storage devices, and optical drives.*
Detailed Scan Reports ¨C Conveniently export scan reports to XML and log files as text files.*
Advanced Command Line Support- Scan and remove spyware without launching the interface window.

UltraISO Premium Edition v8.6.5.2140

An easy to use utility to create, edit and convert CD image filesUltraISO is a powerful and easy-to-use utility that can extract, create, edit, convert, and burn CD/DVD image files.

UltraISO supports more than 27 data CD image formats, including BlinkWrite (*.BWI/*.BWT,*.B5I/*.B5T), CDSpace (*.LCD), CDRWin (*.BIN/*.CUE), CloneCD (*.IMG/*.CCD), DiscJuggler (*.CDI), Duplicator (*.TAO/*.DAO), Easy CD Creator(*.CIF), Fantom CD (*.MDF/*.MDS), Farstone Virtual Drive (*.VCD), Gear (*.p01/*.md1/*.xa), Instant Copy (*.pdi), Nero - Burning ROM(*.NRG), Noum Vapor CDROM (*.VaporCD), NTI CD-Maker (*.NCD), PlexTools (*.PXI), Prassi (*.GCD/*.GI), VCDROM Extension(*.FCD), Virtual CD (*.VC4/ *.000), Virtuo CD Manager (*.VDI), WinOnCD (*.C2D).

Here are some key features of "UltraISO":?¤
Can directly edit the ISO image file.?¤
Can directly extract files and folders from ISO image file?¤
Can add / delete /create new directory /rename ISO file image content.?¤
Can make ISO file from hard disk document.?¤
Can create CD image from CD-ROM, maintain bootable information.?¤
Can process the compact disc boot information, you can directly add/remove/extract boot image of the ISO image.?¤
Supports nearly all known CD image file formats (.ISO, .BIN, .IMG, .CIF, .NRG, .BWI and so on) , and converts them to the standard ISO form image.?¤
May directly set the file/folder to hidden attribute?¤
Supports ISO 9660 Level1/2/3 and Joliet extension?¤
Automatically optimizes the ISO image file structure, saves the CD space.?¤
Supports the shell document type integration, Open Image files through double clicking them or the Right Click menu of the mouse with the open dialog.?¤
The double window user interface is extremely convenient to use.?¤

There are rich add-on tools, you can create ALL in 1 bootable compact discs, CD image file management, even the virtual CD/DVD drive , those functions are really powerful.Requirements:?
¤ Intel Pentium 166MHz or above.?¤
64MB memory.?¤
At least 10MB free hard disk space .?¤
CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, the DVD-R/RW driver (copy compact disc image needs).What's New in This Release:?¤
Show free space (or overload) size of current disc?¤
Can change media type with popup menu?¤
Fixed a bug with editing some dual-layer .NRG images?¤
Fixed a bug with erasing CD/DVD-RW discs on Pletor PX-755A

Microsoft Expression Web 2007

Expression Web is a professional design tool to create modern, standards-based sites which deliver superior quality on the Web.Reduce complexity and ease data integration by using powerful design tools and task panes to quickly incorporate XML data.

Seamlessly integrate Web design and development teams with Expression Web and Visual Studio's superior support for XML, ASP.NET and XHTML.Expression Web is a professional design tool to create modern, standards-based sites which deliver superior quality on the Web.

Reduce complexity and ease data integration by using powerful design tools and task panes to quickly incorporate XML data. Seamlessly integrate Web design and development teams with Expression Web and Visual Studio's superior support for XML, ASP.NET and XHTML.

Unleash your creative ideas and bring your Web sites to life with sophisticated CSS design features.

Visual designers, specialized task panes, and tool bars give you precise control of page layout and formatting.

Build dynamic, interactive pages that harness the power of the Web to deliver superior quality. Built-in support for today's modern Web standards makes it easy to optimize your sites for accessibility and cross-browser compatibility.

Google Earth Pro

With Google Earth Pro, it's easy to research locations and present your discoveries. In just a few clicks, you can import site plans, property lists or client sites and share the view with your client or colleague. You can even export high-quality images to documents or the web. Annotate and visualizeRepresent your location-based data using 3D drawing tools, or transfer up to 2,500 locations by address or geospatial coordinates from a spreadsheet. The GIS Data Importing Module lets you incorporate GIS data in file formats such as .shp and .tab. Examples include parcel, demographic, and 3D building data.Share and analyzeShare your Google Earth views and data representations with your clients as a KML, Google Earth??s original file format. With your upgraded Pro subscription, you get additional measurement tools (square feet, mile, acreage, radius and so on), so simply select the points on the screen using your mouse and let Google Earth calculate the rest.Create visually powerful presentationsExport high-resolution images up to 11" x 17" (4800 pixels, sample print - 890k), and use them in documents, presentations, web or printed materials. Your audience can come along for the ride as you create your own compressed movies (.wmv, sample movie - 13MB) of the zooms and virtual tours you take in Google Earth.Useful for many industriesWhether you are in commercial real estate, insurance or media, Google Earth Pro lets you represent geo-specific information to full dramatic effect. Learn how it's applicable to your industry.

Magic Utilities 2007

Magic Utilities 2007 is a cute program designed to make your computer clean and more stable. These utilities include Uninstaller Plus, StartUp Organizer, Process Killer, Disk Cleaner, File Shredder and File Protector.
Magic Utilities enables you to easily and safely uninstall programs, inspect and manage the programs that automatically start when your turn on or logon to your computer, lists and controls all currently running processes (system and hidden processes are also shown), quickly clean up temp files and unnecessary files on your computer, and enables you to encrypt any type of file.

This one get's a 6 out of 10 since there are so many other software out there that do the exact same things.

4/17/2008

Windows Vista Home Premium

Here it is: the preferred edition of Windows for home desktop and mobile PCs. Windows Vista Home Premium delivers the productivity and entertainment that you need from your PC at home or on the go. It includes Windows Media Center, which helps you more easily enjoy your digital photos, TV, movies, and music. Plus, you'll have the peace of mind of knowing that your PC has a whole new level of security and reliability. All together, Windows Vista Home Premium redefines enjoyment in home computing.It starts with a breakthrough design that makes your PC easier to use every day. With Windows Aero, you'll experience dynamic reflections, smooth gliding animations, transparent glass-like menu bars, and the ability to switch between your open windows in a new three-dimensional layout. Instant desktop search capabilities, coupled with powerful new ways to organize and visualize your information, means you can instantly find and use the e-mails, documents, photos, music, and the other information you want, when you need it.Windows Vista Home Premium also helps keep your personal information, your PC, and your family computing experience safer than in previous versions of Windows. For example, Windows Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Vista includes automated defenses against malicious software and fraudulent websites so you can use your PC online with greater confidence. Windows Vista Home Premium also provides automatic backup of your files, such as your valuable digital photos, music, movies, documents, and other files, so you can relax and focus on the things you care about most. And, by using the built-in parental controls, parents can help ensure their children's computer use is appropriate and safer.And what about fun? A major advance in Windows Vista Home Premium is the dramatically improved digital entertainment experience. Windows Media Center makes organizing and enjoying photos, music, DVDs, recorded TV, and home movies easier and more fun. Enjoy the entertainment on your PC or even on your TV in the living room with an Xbox 360 wirelessly networked to your PC. Windows Vista Home Premium makes it easier to burn your photo slide shows and home movies to a professional-looking video DVD that your friends and family can watch on a DVD player or PC whenever they like. Combined with unbeatable support for gaming and music, Windows Vista Home Premium delivers a complete home entertainment experience.If you want a PC that can keep up with you while you're on the go, then you'll appreciate how Windows Vista Home Premium helps you get the most from your mobile PC. It provides simplified power management, easier wireless networking, and streamlined ways to sync with the devices that keep you connected. Because it's incredibly flexible, you can even draw and write by hand on a Tablet PC, and enjoy all of your entertainment through Windows Media Center when you're on the road, in a coffee shop, or relaxing on the couch. Mobile computing has never been like this before.Finally, Windows Vista Home Premium makes it easier than ever to set up and maintain your new PC. There are new features that make it easier to transfer all of your data and settings from your old PC to your new one and technology that helps keep your system running quickly and reliably over time.Whether you're balancing your checkbook, studying for school on your mobile PC, watching a downloaded or recorded movie at home, or sharing your favorite photos with friends on a custom DVD, the experience is much better on a PC running Windows Vista Home Premium.

Windows XP Professional SP2

Automatically keep your PC up-to-date with the latest security enhancements including the Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, and more to help protect your computer from viruses and worms that can spread through the Internet.Quickly Connect to Wireless Networks Quickly Connect to Wireless NetworksWindows XP Professional provides rich, wireless network support, helping you simply and easily connect to wireless networks whether in your home, office, or out on the road.Keep Your Laptop More Secure Keep Your Laptop More SecureThe Encrypting File System, only in Windows XP Professional, provides an additional level of file protection from hackers and data theft by transparently encrypting files with a randomly generated key. If your laptop gets stolen or lost, unauthorized users should not be able to read or view your confidential files.Get More Life Out of Your Laptop Battery Get More Life Out of Your Laptop BatterySave battery power when you're working on the road, at the library, or coffee shop. Windows XP Professional extends battery life by managing the way your laptop uses power. Now you can work longer on battery power and more accurately forecast how long your batteries will last.Set Up and Share Your Computer Quickly and Easily Set Up and Share Your Computer Quickly and EasilyQuickly set up and connect all the computers, printers, devices, and an Internet connection in your home with the all new Network Setup Wizard. Sharing a computer with others has never been easier; quickly access your personal files and accounts without having to close applications or restart the computer.Easy To Use Easy To UseThe clean, simple design of Windows XP Professional puts the features you use most often at your fingertips, helping you find them quickly.Work From Anywhere Work From AnywhereThe Remote Desktop feature found only in Windows XP Professional allows you to remotely access your PC running Windows XP Professional, from another Windows-based PC, so you can work with all of your files and applications while away from your office or home PC.Recover Easily From Problems Caused by System or Application Changes Recover Easily From Problems Caused by System or Application ChangesIf something goes wrong with your computer, you can easily remove and roll back any system or application changes without losing files and other valuable information.Join a Network or Domain Join a Network or DomainWindows XP Professional is designed to work with Windows Server networks and includes capabilities for both small office networks with up to 10 PCs and Windows Server based networks.Work With the Tools You Need to Get Things Done Work With the Tools You Need to Get Things DoneChoose from the widest range of software, hardware, and services designed to work together seamlessly including support for many older applications designed for earlier versions of Windows.

BitDefender AntiVirus 2008 Build 11.0.13

BitDefender AntiVirus - the antivirus and antispyware software solution for your personal computer!BitDefender provides security solutions to satisfy the protection requirements of today's computing environment, delivering effective threat management to over 41 million home and corporate users in more than 200 countries. BitDefender Antivirus is a powerful antivirus and antispyware tool with features that best meet your security needs. Ease of use and automatic updates make BitDefender Antivirus an ‘install and forget’ product.BitDefender®, a global provider of award-winning antivirus software and data security solutions, has launched BitDefender 2008 – its new line of security solutions providing state-of-the-art proactive protection from today’s most damaging viruses, spyware, hackers, spam, phishing attacks, and other common Internet security threats. BitDefender Antivirus 2008 provides your PCs with state of the art proactive protection against viruses, spyware, phishing attacks, rootkits, and more…BitDefender Antivirus 2008 is designed for users who want state of the art protection from viruses, spyware, and other types of malware and includes:• Real-time antivirus protection – with automatic hourly updates• Proactive protection – using BitDefender’s patent-pending B-HAVE® advanced detection techniques• Anti-rootkit protection – detecting and removing the newest breed of hidden threats• Privacy protection – reducing the risk of identity theft by preventing personal information leaks via e-mail or web• Anti-spyware protection – monitoring and preventing spyware threats in real-timeOther benefits include a newly integrated Gamer Mode feature, a collection of protection settings intended to provide a safe gaming experience while minimizing system load, and Web Anti-Phishing capabilities, which protect against phishing attacks by filtering all accessed web pages for fraud attempts.ANTIVIRUS & ANTISPYWARE* Protects your PC in real time from known viruses, spyware and other malware with hourly updates* Blocks unknown viruses using advanced proactive detection techniques* Monitors and prevents spyware threats in real-time* Detects and removes the newest breed of hidden threats known as rootkits* Provides a load to a minimumANTI-PHISHING* Protects against phishing attacks by filtering all accessed web pages for fraud attempts* Reduces the risk of identity theft by preventing personal information smooth gaming experience by reducing the system leaks via e-mail or webSystem Requirements:* Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4* Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (32/64 bit)* Windows Vista (32/64 bit)

Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition v10.1.7000.7

Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition for Vista provides protection against viruses and security risks for managed and unmanaged clients running on Windows Vista (32-bit and 64-bit editions). Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition combines industry-leading, real-time malware protection for enterprise workstations and network servers with graphical Web-based reporting and centralized management and administration capabilities. Side-effect repair keeps systems operational during security disruptions. Centralized configuration and deployment eases administrative burden and overhead. Integrated response content helps maximize system uptime.In addition to providing comprehensive malware protection for every network tier in an integrated, easy-to-deploy solution, Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise Edition 10.2 now adds antivirus and anti-spyware client support for the Vista platform. In addition to offering adware and spyware protection for enterprise workstations and network servers, Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise Edition now includes Symantec Client Security 3.1, which provides proactive client protection from complex threats by integrating antivirus, anti-spyware, firewall and intrusion prevention technologies under a single console. Symantec AntiVirus Enterprise Edition also provides content filtering and spam prevention for the Internet gateway and Domino and Exchange environments.Key Features and Benefits:- Advanced, enterprise-wide virus protection and monitoring from a single management console- NEW! Vista® client support- Integrated Web-based graphical reporting- Improved protection from spyware and adware, including:- Spyware repair enhancements automatically block spyware installation- Stealthed spyware detection and remediation- Improved spyware repairs for invasive risks

Norton Antivirus 2007

Norton AntiVirus from Symantec is one of the best anti-virus software titles in the world. Enjoy the security of automatic protection against viruses, malicious ActiveX controls and Java applets, and other dangerous code. It protects you while you're surfing the Internet or getting information from floppy disks, CDs, or a network. It also automatically scans incoming attachments in the most popular email programs. It is extremely easy to keep updated, with automatic retrieval of new anti-virus definitions from Symantec as often as once a week...Key Features# Detects and removes viruses and spyware# Blocks spyware and worms automatically# Prevents virus-infected emails from spreading# Automatically detect and block viruses, spyware, and worms before they install on your system# Rootkit Protection finds and removes threats hidden deep in the operating system# Internet Worm Protection blocks viruses, spyware and worms without needing specific threat signatures# Email and instant-message scanning detect and remove infected attachments shared with friends, family and others# Full System Scan performs a deep scan of the system and hard disc to remove existing viruses, spyware and other threats# Norton Protection Center provides a centralized place to easily check your overall security settings# Live Update™ Notice alerts you to new features, product updates and threat advisories as available throughout the renewable service periodPlatforms: Windows® XP Home/XP Pro/VistaSystem requirements:* 300MHz or higher processor* 256MB of RAM Minimum* 180 MB of hard disk space

ESET NOD32 AntiVirus v 3.0.621 (Normal + Business)

Comprehensive ProtectionRunning separate applications for viruses, hackers, adware, and spyware can slow your PC, be difficult to manage, and provide questionable protection. Beware of large, bloated internet security suites that consume hundreds of megabytes on your PC. These typically exist because vendors have acquired products and 'bundled' them together. In contrast, ESET NOD32 was designed from the core as a single, highly-optimized engine that works as a unified Anti-Threat system to protect against a broad spectrum of malware. Viruses, worms, spyware, and other malicious attacks, which are constantly evolving. ESET NOD32 utilizes patent-pending ThreatSense® Technology to detect tomorrow's threats in real-time, by analyzing code execution for malicious intent - keeping you ahead of the malware-writers.Minimal Performance ImpactNOD32 conserves resources in memory and on disk, leaving more for your critical applications. The installer is just 11 MB and the application consumes an average 23 MB in memory (this fluctuates with changes to the detection technology). ThreatSense updates, which include heuristics logic and signatures, are usually between 20 kB and 50 kB. Switch to NOD32 and be more productive.Fastest ScanningGreat protection doesn't have to slow down your computer. Written largely in assembly language, NOD32 continually wins awards for the fastest performance of any antivirus application, on average 3 to 34 times faster than the competition (source: Virus Bulletin). Switch to NOD32 and upgrade your computer's performance.Easy to ManageProgram and database updates are automatically performed behind the scenes. If you're an individual or home office user you can just 'install it and forget it.' Businesses and organizations with large distributed networks can use the powerful Remote Administrator to centrally deploy, install, monitor and manage thousands of NOD32 workstations and servers. Get the best protection with the smallest footprint and fastest performance. NOD32 offers multiple layers of protection for your organization, at the desktop, file server and mail gateway. Find out which solution is best for you.Proactive Real-Time DetectionThe best security is proactive. Malware protection must be real-time at the point of impact. Every minute one waits for a virus signature update creates a window of vulnerability that could have devastating consequences. ESET NOD32's ThreatSense® Technology closes the window of vulnerability left open by other reactive , signature-based responses.

Adobe After Effects CS3 Professional

Adobe After Effects CS3 Professional

Bring your vision to life with blockbuster visual effects and compelling motion graphics in Adobe® After Effects® CS3 Professional software. Work with sophisticated tools and enjoy tight integration with Adobe's leading design applications while you deliver stunning work to virtually any media type. Design from scratch or jump-start projects from hundreds of customizable presets and templates — all from within a streamlined interface.SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:- Intel® Pentium® 4, Intel Centrino®, Intel Xeon®, or Intel Core™ Duo (or compatible) processor- Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista™ Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise (certified for 32-bit editions)- 1GB of RAM for DV; 2GB of RAM for HDV and HD- 3GB of available hard-disk space plus 2GB of space for optional content (additional free space required during installation)- 1024x768 monitor resolution with 32-bit video card; Adobe recommended graphics card for GPU-accelerated playback- For OpenGL support: Adobe After Effects supported OpenGL 2.0 card (NVIDIA recommended)- DVD-ROM drive- QuickTime 7.1.5 software required to use QuickTime features- Internet or phone connection required for product activation- Broadband Internet connection required for Adobe® Stock Photos* and other services- For recommended graphics cards and compatibility lists, see the OpenGL page.

Microsoft Office 2007 Professional

Microsoft Office 2007 Professional Product Features*
Complete suite of productivity and database software helps increase productivity*
Includes the 2007 versions of Publisher, Excel, Outlook, Outlook with Business Contact Manager, PowerPoint, Access, and Word*
Edit and analyze a financial spreadsheet, create an important presentation, or build a customer database; find and use the features you need faster and more easily*
Create and publish a wide range of marketing materials for print, e-mail, and the web with your own brand elements including logo, colors, fonts, and business information*
Intuitive look and feel, including task-based menus and toolbars that are automatically displayed based on the feature you are using; work offline on your laptop or Pocket PC and then synchronize data when you return to the office

Aplus DVD Ripper

Aplus DVD Ripper is design for backup your favorite DVD movie to your computer by converting DVD to AVI, DivX, XviD, VCD, SVCD, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 video files, with almost same quality, but just only 10% size. It also able to convert almost DVD to Apple iPod MP4 files, Apple iPhone MP4 files, Apple TV MP4 files, Youtube’s Video, flv video, Sony PSP MP4 files, Cell phone 3GP files, Zune files, Pocket PC files, PDA files, Xvid files etc. So you can enjoy your DVD movies in your portable media player.

4/16/2008

Hide IP Platinum v3.43


Concerned about Internet privacy? Want to hide your IP address?Hide IP is the software you are looking for! Keeping your privacy is simple and easy: the only thing you need to do is open Hide IP. Hide IP will find the proxy server available to you and set it as your proxy server automatically. There is nothing need you to concern. Hide IP have done everything for you!Key Features of Hide IP:Protect you from any website that wants to monitor your reading interests and spy upon you through your unique IP address - your ID in the InternetAvoid your personal information be used to send you spam and junk emails by many marketers and advertising agencies who having information about your interests and knowing your IP address as well as your emailKeeping your computer away from hacker attacks by hiding your IP address as well as information about your operation system

Windows 95


Windows 95: is a consumer-oriented graphical user interface-based operating system. It was released on August 24, 1995 by Microsoft, and was a significant progression from the company's previous Windows products. During development it was referred to as Windows 4.0 or by the internal codename Chicago. Windows 95 was intended to integrate Microsoft's formerly separate MS-DOS and Windows products and includes an enhanced version of DOS, often referred to as MS-DOS 7.0. It features significant improvements over its predecessor, Windows 3.1, most visibly the graphical user interface (GUI) whose basic format and structure is still used in later versions such as Windows Vista. There were also large changes made to the underlying workings, including support for 255-character mixed-case long filenames and preemptively multitasked protected-mode 32-bit applications. Whereas its predecessors are optional "operating environments" requiring the MS-DOS operating system (usually available separately), Windows 95 is a consolidated operating system, which was a significant marketing change. User interface: In the marketplace, Windows 95 was an unqualified success, and within a year or two of its release had become the most successful operating system ever produced. It also had the effect of driving other major players in the DOS-compatible operating system out of business, something which would later be used in court against Microsoft. Internet Explorer 4.0 came with an optional shell update known as Windows Desktop Update that gave Windows 95 (and NT 4.0) a user interface and several updated shell features that would become the graphical user interface of Windows 98. The last release of Windows 95, that is, OEM Service Release 2.5 (Version 4.00.950C) includes IE4 on the Setup CD (but not in slipstreamed form) and installs it after Windows 95's initial setup and first boot is complete. Only the 4.x series of the browser contained the shell update, so those that wanted the new shell had to install IE4 with the desktop update before installing a newer version of Internet Explorer. Windows 95 marked the introduction of the Start button and taskbar to Microsoft's GUI, both of which have remained fixtures of all subsequent versions of Windows, although the word "Start" was dropped from the button in Windows Vista, with the company preferring to label the button with the Windows logo ("Start" is still present as a tooltip and in the classic UI mode). Release: Prior to the official release, the American public was given a chance to preview Windows 95 in the Windows 95 Preview Program. For US$19.95, users were sent a set of 3?" floppy diskettes that would install Windows 95 either as an upgrade to Windows 3.1x or as a fresh install on a clean computer. Users who bought into the program were also given a free preview of The Microsoft Network (MSN, currently known as Windows Live), the online service that Microsoft was planning to launch with Windows 95, which allowed users to access the Internet and its services via PPP. The preview versions expired in November 1995, after which the user would have to purchase their own copy of the final version of Windows 95. Windows 95 was released with great fanfare, including a commercial featuring the Rolling Stones song "Start Me Up" (a reference to the Start button).[2] It was widely reported that Microsoft paid the Rolling Stones between $8 and $14 million for the use of the song (from the 1981 album Tattoo You) in the '95 advertising campaign. According to sources at Microsoft, however, this was just a rumor spread by the Stones to increase their market value, and Microsoft actually paid a fraction of that amount.[3] A 30 minute promotional video, labeled a "cyber sitcom", featuring Jennifer Aniston and Matthew Perry, was also released to showcase the features of Windows 95. Microsoft's 3 million dollar advertising campaign featured stories of people waiting in line outside stores to get a copy. In the UK, the largest computer chain PC World received a large number of oversized Windows 95 boxes, posters and point of sale material, and many branches opened at midnight to sell the first copies of the product, although these customers were far fewer in number than publicity had suggested. In New York City, the Empire State Building was lit to match the colors of the Windows logo. In Toronto, a 300-foot banner was hung from the top of the CN Tower. Copies of The Times were available for free in the UK where Microsoft paid for 1.5 million issues (twice the daily circulation at the time). System requirements Official system requirements were an Intel 80386 DX CPU of any speed, 4 MB of system RAM, and 50 MB of hard drive space. These minimal claims were made in order to maximize the available market of Windows 3.1 converts. This configuration was distinctly suboptimal for any productive use on anything but single tasking dedicated workstations due to the heavy reliance on virtual memory. Also, in some cases, if any networking or similar components were installed the system would refuse to boot with 4 megabytes of RAM. It was possible to run Windows 95 on a 386 SX but this led to even less acceptable performance due to its 16-bit external data bus. To achieve optimal performance, Microsoft recommends an Intel 80486 or compatible microprocessor with at least 8 MB of RAM.[6] Windows 95 was superseded by Windows 98 and could still be directly upgraded by both Windows 2000[7] and Windows Me. On December 31, 2001, Microsoft ended its support for Windows 95, making it an "obsolete" product according to the Microsoft Lifecycle Policy.[8] Even though support for Windows 95 has ended, the software still remains in use on some home computers because of budget issues, a lack of knowledge or lack of desire to upgrade to newer editions of Windows. Another main reason is that a computer purchased around the era of Windows 95's introduction is unlikely to meet the hardware requirements of Windows XP and Vista, and some do not wish to or are not able to buy a new computer or update their existing one. In addition, some video game enthusiasts choose to use Windows 95 for their legacy system to play old DOS games, although some other versions of Windows such as Windows 98 can also be used for this purpose. Windows 95 has been released on both floppy disks and on CD-ROM, as some computer systems at the time did not include a CD-ROM drive. The floppy disk version of Windows 95 came on 13 DMF formatted floppy disks, excluding additional software that some releases might have featured, such as Internet Explorer. Microsoft Plus! for Windows 95 was also available on floppy disks.

avast! antivirus v4.8

Make no mistake about it people, Avast! Antivirus is some of the best virus busting software out there. I used to use AVG antivirus but then one day, it told me stuff was missing, reinstall. I decided to remove the AVG antivirus instead and try out a new antivirus program. I chose avast professional V4.8. It found at least 20 viruses that AVG had missed!! I recommend anyone to use this program as it comes with a free 60 day trial. If you want to keep using you can buy a license or if you decide that it's not for you, you can just uninstall Avast Antivirus as it costs nothing to try it out.


avast! antivirus v4.8
represents a multi-award winning solution to virus protection, with anti-spyware and anti-rootkit software built in for added security. It is available free for non-commercial, home use and with its fast, automatic updates avast! antivirus is already being used by more than 50 million users worldwide to provide continuous protection against all forms of malicious software (malware).

Here is what is new in version 4.8 of avast antivirus pro:


avast! now contains a built-in anti-rootkit protection
avast! now comes with a built-in anti-spyware protection
new self-defense function to prevent active malware from terminating avast! processes as well as corrupting avast! files and registry items
scanners now display a progress of current scan (percentage of work done)
fixed a vulnerability in AavmKer4.sys kernel-mode driver (problem applies to Windows NT/2000/XP, 32-bit only); special thanks to Tobias Klein
improvements in boot-time scanner (detection & removal of hidden or hard to delete files)
boot-time scanner will not start when booting into Safe Mode (the program was "invisible" in that case, no progress/messages could be seen)
improvements in many unpackers
ACE and RAR unpackers now work even in boot-time scanner
IM Shield: added support for QQ
improvements in handling of NTFS streams
Internet Mail provider now displays the name of the sending/receiving program in the tooltip of its taskbar icon
implemented a protection against false positives in critical system files
removed a small memory leak in one of avast! drivers (Windows Vista and XP 64-bit only)
added support for 64-bit WHS connector (available in WHS Power Pack 1)
greatly improved performance of the updater, especially in cases where many increments are being downloaded (e.g. avast! installations with outdated virus definitions)
silent installation now also includes scheduled tasks, if any
resolved a compatibility issue with Acronis TrueImage (XP 64-bit only)
compatibility tests with Vista SP1 and XP SP3

Visual Boy Advance

The visualboy advance is a one of a kind gameboy advance emulator. It sports wonderful graphics, cheat code support and according to the site:
VBA is the best and most popular Gameboy Advance emulator around. Emulates GBA, GBC, SGB, GBA roms! Supports ZIP-ed roms, so that after downloading files from the net you don't even have to un-zip them.

You can download the visualboy advance via this link:
http://vba.ngemu.com/downloads.shtml

Snes9x Emulator

I recommend using the snes9x super nintendo emulator. I have used the snes9x emulator for quite a few years and enjoy it. It is jammed packed with wonderful features and even has support for gameshark and pro action replay codes. You can download this free emulator here.
http://www.snes9x.com/downloads.php

Snes9x is a portable, freeware Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) emulator. It basically allows you to play most games designed for the SNES and Super Famicom Nintendo game systems on your PC or Workstation; which includes some real gems that were only ever released in Japan.Snes9x is the result of well over three years worth of part-time hacking, coding, recoding, debugging, divorce, etc. (just kidding about the divorce bit). Snes9x is coded in C++, with three assembler CPU emulation cores on the i386 Linux and Windows ports.
Currently there are many ports of Snes9x available, please check the download page to see if a port exists for your system.

AllMedia Grabber 2.1

This is recommended for people who have large hard drives packed to the brim with pictures, music, videos etc.

AllMedia Grabber 2.1
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.AllMedia Grabber 2.1

4/15/2008

PCCloneEX Lite

PCCloneEX Lite from Gigabank is software that comes with I/OMagic usb drives. I recieved a copy of this software with my 80 gigabyte hard drive. I must say, I do like the software alot, it finished a backup of over 95,000 files within 40-60 minutes. It is definitely worthwhile for anyone who has a large external usb drive.