The links below are a mixed bag of things I have found useful, some are general info some are specific to particular subjects. I can vouch for all these sites as safe though some do need registration but will accept a false address mostly. Much of the software is free, there are few exceptions. Not all the stuff you will find on these links is actually legal, like DRM removal, ripping and burning DVDs, and downloading / using of copyright protected material. You use any information of this nature at your own risk. |
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Microsoft Windows General
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The Software Patch |
Alternative site to download all Windows Updates and Patches for all Microsoft products |
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Annoyances.org |
Customise and Tweak Windows |
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| My Digital Life |
Great source of freely shared information and links, not all legal though but very interesting & useful resource. |
http://www.mydigitallife.info/ |
Office 2007 File Converter |
Allows you to view the new MS Office 2007 Docs in Office 2003 |
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Vista Tweaks |
The most comprehensive list of Vista tweaks to date |
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Vista Update |
Vista Info updated February 2008 |
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Doom 9 |
The definitive DVD backup resource, information and links to free software to backup your DVD collection. |
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After Dawn |
DRM issues and workarounds site |
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Tunebite |
Remove DRM from i-tunes and Napster tracks - Legally |
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Web Browsers |
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IE7 Issues |
Known Problems with IE7 and fixes |
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Firefox |
Mozilla Firefox Browser - The best by a long way See Installation & Setup Tutorial
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Opera |
Free Browser Includes built in e mai & P2P Client |
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Security |
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AGV Antivirus |
The latest free version v8.0 good security but bloated and prone to problems. |
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| Avast Home v4 |
Very Good free AV client - recommended |
http://www.avast.com |
| Webroot Spysweeper |
The other best anti-spyware scanner on the market. |
http://www.webroot.com/ |
Spybot S&D |
Top Spyware Scanner & Tools (freeware) |
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NOD 32 Antivirus |
One of the best Antivirus scanners on the market |
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Kerio Firewall |
Good firewall, free version available |
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| Trojan Hunter |
Real Time Trojan Protection & Scanner |
http://www.misec.net/trojanhunter/ |
Zone Alarm |
Very good free firewall |
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| Easy Cleaner |
Free Registry Cleaner, very good also removes dead program entries. Works with Vista also but run as admin |
http://personal.inet.fi/ |
| CCleaner |
Crap Cleaner, removes temp files and all sorts of garbage you don't need. Speeds up PC. |
http://www.ccleaner.com/ |
| Norton Removal Tool |
Norton Removal Tool, pro version totally removes Norton 2003 onwards Symantec Site Version with documentation and instructions. |
http://www.symantectools.com |
| Norton Removal Tool (Direct) |
Direct Download Link here - Tool only no documentation. |
http://www.fastfs.com/misctools
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Wireless Security |
Wireless Security Tutorials for Zyxel (Newtel) Speedtouch 585 (C&W) and Netgear Routers |
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Final Builds Site |
This site has every codec known, every media player and also has spyware free alternative Real Player and Quick Time players which just play the formats you want (BBC for instance) without having to put in the full media player. Using the K-lite Codec Pack with Windows Media Player will allow you to play any video or audio file. |
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| Vista Codecs |
Full Codec pack for Vista, plays virtually all media files |
http://fileforum.betanews.com/ |
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Mailwasher Pro |
Vet and bounce e mail direct from your server (pre-washes mail) |
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Courier E Mail |
My favourite Mail Client, simple, secure and fast with no frills and silly add ons. |
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Pookmail |
Disposable e mail - lasts 24 hours - ideal for site registration where a valid e mail address is required. |
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| Drivers Search |
Good site for finding Drivers for Hardware |
http://www.driverzone.com/ |
Logitec USB Webcam Issues |
Logitec USB Cameras have some issues with various very popular hardware like Intel & Via. Support troubleshooting guide here. |
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| Home of the Underdogs |
Hundreds of retro Games and Emulators to play all your old favourites on your PC |
http://www.the-underdogs.info/ |
