Tag(s) / Article: Freeware For Windows XP Windows2003 ME Vista
Posted on 4/21/2008 9:36:51 PM
Freeware for Windows Users
 
Vista4Experts - [2008-02-09 | Freeware | 287 Kb | Vista | 4600 | 3 ]
Disable security center, Windows Defender, automatic updates and more.
Norton 360 - [2008-03-04 | Freeware | 74.4 MB | Win XP | 7240 | 3.10 ]
A comprehensive consumer security solution that offers a full circle of protection.
Pitaschio - [2008-04-17 | Freeware | 61.1 KB | 2K/XP/Vista32 | 9668 | 2.97 ]
Freeware which makes it more convenient to use Microsoft Windows.
Winuscon - [2004-02-25 | Freeware | 5.7 MB | Win All | 17796 | 3.66 ]
Centralized access to many Windows functions.
All Purpose Utility - [2002-02-10 | Freeware | 263 KB | Win All | 51623 | 4.2 ]
Alter Windows settings including hidden settings.
AutoPatcher x64 - [2007-05-10 | Freeware | 342 MB | Win XP/2003 | 5439 | 5 ]
A free collection of security updates and addons for XP x64 and 2003 Server x64.
vLite - [2008-04-14 | Freeware | 1.62 MB | Vista | 13807 | 4.75 ]
Install Vista with only the components you want.
XP Edit - [2004-09-18 | Freeware | 1.4 MB | Win XP | 18042 | 4.33 ]
Useful program to tweak Windows XP just the way you like it.
Thoosje Vista Tweaker - [2008-02-19 | Freeware | 461 Kb | Vista | 1788 | 4.66 ]
A free professional tool to Tweak and Optimize Windows Vista!
Vikrant's PC Glossary - [2007-02-01 | Freeware | 723 KB | Win All | 25571 | 2.14 ]
Over 1,000 computer related technical terms explained in a simple language.
AbsoluteControl - [2005-06-21 | Freeware | 193 KB | Win All | 35929 | 4.23 ]
Change refresh rates, open & close CD drives, reboot and more.
UNOFFICIAL Windows98 SE Service Pack - [2005-12-05 | Freeware | 17 MB | Win All | 728232 | 4.69 ]
Contains all Windows98 SE updates from WindowsUpdate site and more.
Dial-a-fix - [2006-11-05 | Freeware | 329 KB | Win All | 76043 | 4.74 ]
Collection of known fixes that knock out some serious Windows problems.
TweakNow WinSecret Professional - [2008-03-16 | Freeware | 3.22 MB | Win XP/Vista | 1997 | 2.6 ]
Most popular Windows XP/Vista registry tweaks in an easy and safe user interface.
AutoPatcher XP Full - [2007-05-31 | Freeware | 304 MB | Win All | 88301 | 4.79 ]
Designed to get your Windows XP system up to date quick and easily.
Advanced WindowsCare 3 - [2008-04-21 | Freeware | 3.91 MB | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 157034 | 4.58 ]
A one-click approach to help protect, repair and optimize your computer.
Microsoft Tweakomatic - [2004-10-27 | Freeware | 258 KB | Win XP/2K/2003 | 17130 | 3.33 ]
A utility that allows you to configure Windows and IE settings.
Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Update Rollup - [2005-06-28 | Freeware | 31.9 MB | Win 2K | 19592 | 4.38 ]
Previously released recommended, critical and security updates for Windows 2000.
SiSoftware Sandra Lite - [2007-07-04 | Freeware | 13.2 MB | Win All | 121571 | 4.74 ]
System analyser that includes benchmarking, testing, and listing modules.
VistaTweakPRO - [2006-01-09 | Freeware | 1.8 MB | Win XP | 13112 | 4.5 ]
Unlocks the hidden potential of Windows Vista and makes it even more fun to use.
RVM Integrator - [2008-04-15 | Freeware | 949 KB | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 1267 | 5 ]
Slipstream hotfixes and third party utilities into your Windows install disks.
Optimizer XP - [2003-02-11 | Freeware | 563 KB | Win All | 108190 | 4.52 ]
Optimize your PC system to its best performance.
WinXPatch - [2005-07-31 | Freeware | 111 KB | Win XP | 13959 | 3.62 ]
Tweaks for optimizing, enhancing and securing the Windows operating system.
ICS - [2002-01-16 | Freeware | 334 KB | Win 9x/ME | 18049 | 4.5 ]
Many tweaks and tips relating to the desktop, memory, registry.
UBCD4Win - [2008-01-31 | Freeware | 222 MB | Win XP/2K/2003 | 12198 | 4.88 ]
Bootable CD that allows you to repair, restore, or diagnose your pc.
Windows 9x Power Pack - [2006-07-25 | Freeware | 217 MB | Win 9x/ME | 13156 | 4.71 ]
A compilation of most major patches for Windows 98Gold/SE/Me.
Windows 9x Power Pack Patch - [2006-07-28 | Freeware | 73.3 MB | Win All | 8924 | 4.14 ]
Windows 9x Power Pack is a compilation of most major patches for Windows 98Gold/SE/Me.
Mz Vista Force - [2008-04-01 | Freeware | 916 KB | Vista | 22820 | 4.31 ]
Optimize your Windows Vista.
PowerMenu - [2003-08-22 | Freeware | 49 KB | Win All | 31438 | 4.88 ]
Add always on top, transparency & more to all top level menus.
Tweaker 2001 - [2002-01-25 | Freeware | 827 KB | Win All | 13698 | 5 ]
A utility that can customize several Windows settings
AutoPatcher XP Update - [2007-08-21 | Freeware | 40 MB | Win XP | 29610 | 3.96 ]
Latest update for AutoPatcher XP.
Tweaker for XP - [2002-01-25 | Freeware | 812 KB | Win All | 17896 | 3.66 ]
Customize several settings in Windows XP
Microsoft Security & Critical Releases ISO - [2007-12-28 | Freeware | 2.25 Gb | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 9205 | 3.6 ]
All security and critical updates for Windows released on Windows Update.
nCleaner - [2007-07-05 | Freeware | 871 KB | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 25152 | 4.01 ]
Drive and registry cleaner, startup manager, free space shredder and more.
TweakAll - [2002-01-31 | Freeware | 4.2 MB | Win All | 118841 | 4.86 ]
Allows you to take control of you operating system.
MR Tech Systray - [2004-02-24 | Freeware | 180 KB | Win All | 23876 | 4.6 ]
System info, optimize, clean hard drive, change wallpaper and more.
TweakIt Gold - [2003-08-22 | Freeware | 1.4 MB | Win 9x/ME | 15959 | 4.2 ]
Change hundreds of registry settings in Windows 95, 98 or ME.
ExplorerXP - [2005-09-17 | Freeware | 411 KB | Win XP/2K | 28103 | 4.21 ]
A fast, small, compact and innovative file manager.
XP Tinny Tweak - [2006-02-07 | Freeware | 268 KB | Win All | 10030 | 4.64 ]
Tweak, remove components and get system information.
Vikrant's PC Help - [2007-02-01 | Freeware | 684 KB | Win All | 26545 | 5 ]
A help program containing info, tweaks, FAQ's, tips, tricks, help and more.
XdN Tweaker - [2008-02-16 | Freeware | 289 KB | Win 2K/03/XP/Vista | 11648 | 3 ]
Free tweaking program for Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Vista.
Evonsoft Win Mechanic - [2006-03-22 | Freeware | 1.2 MB | Win NT/2K/XP/2003 | 24332 | 4.21 ]
Fix/boost up pc performance and get help by advanced users.
Wintercooler - [2002-05-12 | Freeware | 1.5 MB | Win All | 22059 | 4.45 ]
Free utility to monitor and optimize your PC.
Ultimate Boot CD - [2007-05-12 | Freeware | 217 MB | Win All | 286798 | 4.87 ]
Run floppy-based diagnostic tools from CDROM drives.
Browser Extension Manager Version - [2003-04-09 | Freeware | 1.5 MB | Win All | 20069 | 5 ]
Take control of your Internet Explorer.
WinTool - [2002-01-17 | Freeware | 899 KB | Win All | 14995 | 4.25 ]
Allows you to play around with windows and processes.
Advanced WindowsCare v2 Personal - [2008-04-19 | Freeware | 6.24 MB | Win XP/2K/2003 | 782123 | 4.60 ]
A one-click approach to help protect, repair and optimize your computer.
98SE Option Pack - [2005-08-19 | Freeware | 102 MB | Win 9x | 28793 | 4.17 ]
The perfect partner to The 98SE unofficial service pack.
Tweak-ME - [2005-02-07 | Freeware | 2.4 MB | Win 9x/ME | 40267 | 4.34 ]
Combines tweaking and optimizing features fro Win 9x/ME Sytems.
Tweak Genie - [2005-08-21 | Freeware | 6.1 MB | Win All | 12291 | 4.53 ]
Manipulate the hidden settings of windows according to your requirements.
RegToy - [2008-04-14 | Freeware | 1.43 MB | Win XP/Vista | 43027 | 3.79 ]
Tweak Windows XP and Vista, plus utilties including wallpaper changer and more.
TweakVI 'Basic' Edition - [2008-04-02 | Freeware | 12.9 MB | Vista | 256837 | 4.60 ]
Designed to both tweak and optimize Windows Vista.
Mz Ultimate Tweaker - [2008-04-01 | Freeware | 563 KB | Win XP | 24414 | 4.20 ]
Friendly interface equipped with the most powerful tweaks for XP.
Faber Toys - [2004-10-04 | Freeware | 1.9 MB | Win All | 27868 | 3.6 ]
For users who want to know what's going on in their PC.
miTweak-XP Patch - [2002-10-25 | Freeware | 275 KB | Win XP | 24205 | 4 ]
Patch miTweak-XP to the latest version.
Microsoft SyncToy for Windows XP - [2006-10-31 | Freeware | 971 KB | Win XP | 21128 | 4.52 ]
MS Power Toy for copying, moving, and synchronization of directories
RegTick - [2006-11-29 | Freeware | 334 KB | Win All | 22348 | 4.77 ]
Tweak tool to change many hidden Windows settings.
K1 - [2006-03-14 | Freeware | 940 KB | Win XP/2K/2003 | 17784 | 3.83 ]
Retrieves system info, drive cleaner, registry cleaner, etc.
Microsoft Windows Live OneCare Removal Utility - [2007-02-20 | Freeware | 116 KB | Win All | 6452 | 5 ]
Repair the firewall component of OneCare if not installed correctly.
pcTuner - [2002-09-13 | Freeware | 636 KB | Win All | 21581 | 4 ]
A special utility to configure Windows.
VistaTweaker - [2007-10-25 | Freeware | 330 KB | Vista | 4805 | 3.6 ]
VistaTweaker is a complete tweaking utility designed for windows vista.
MR Tech AOL Cleaner - [2005-03-17 | Freeware | 40 KB | Win All | 18493 | 4.23 ]
House cleaning of what AOL & AIM install with their latest installers.
Lockergnome Tips - [2002-10-04 | Freeware | 1.1 MB | Win All | 24465 | 5 ]
Collection of tips and tricks from the Lockergnome newsletters.
miTweak XP - [2002-06-23 | Freeware | 415 KB | Win XP | 41435 | 3.87 ]
Unleash the hidden features of Windows XP
Tweak N' Tune - [2005-10-17 | Freeware | 727 KB | Win XP | 12801 | 5 ]
A "tweaking" program to fine-tune settings that are hidden in Windows.
TweakDB - [2004-04-22 | Freeware | 2.9 MB | Win All | 16922 | 3 ]
Tweaking tool for all Windows and several graphic cards.
Microsoft Windows XP PowerToys - [2005-11-25 | Freeware | 53.4 MB | Win XP | 124267 | 4.61 ]
All the Microsoft Windows XP PowerToys in one zip file!
Microsoft Windows 2000 Unofficial SP - [2006-04-27 | Freeware | 237 MB | Win 2K | 70939 | 4.67 ]
Combines 403 hotfixes into a single, fully automated, hotfix.
WinBubble - [2008-03-21 | Freeware | 362 KB | Vista | 10040 | 4.54 ]
WinBubble will help you to customize and tweak your Windows Vista easily.
RyanVM's Windows XP Post-SP2 Update Pack - [2008-03-02 | Freeware | 52.7 MB | Win All | 58634 | 4.62 ]
Designed to bring a Windows XP CD with SP2 integrated fully up to date.
SpeedXP - [2002-06-20 | Freeware | 869 KB | Win XP | 50636 | 4.72 ]
Optimizes the windows XP hidden settings.
PowerPro - [2007-03-27 | Freeware | 3 MB | Win All | 17720 | 4.87 ]
Lets you take control of how you use Windows
PCI32 - [2007-12-20 | Freeware | 266 KB | Win All | 1806 | N/A ]
Explore your PCI/AGP/PCI Express/CardBus/CompactPCI/PCI-X/PCI HotPlug/etc. hardware.
AutoPatcher Vista Full - [2007-07-13 | Freeware | 210 MB | Vista | 15924 | 4.23 ]
Updates your Windows Vista in terms of security and functionality.
Enabler - [2006-05-18 | Freeware | 552 KB | Win All | 17478 | 5 ]
Manipulate object properties in running applications.
nLite - [2008-03-17 | Freeware | 2.47 MB | Win XP/2K/2003 | 182980 | 4.79 ]
Remove Windows components like Media Player, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express...
Glary Utilities - [2008-04-11 | Freeware | 5.51 MB | Win All | 9253 | 4.72 ]
System tools and utilities to fix, speed up, maintain and protect your PC.
Capture .NET - [2008-01-04 | Freeware | 611 KB | Win NT/2K/XP/2003 | 1413 | N/A ]
Multifunctional desktop tool with privacy eraser, screen capture, post it and more.
RVM Integrator - [2008-02-28 | Freeware | 1.02 MB | Win XP/2K/2003 | 2194 | 5 ]
Slipstream hotfixes and third party utilities into your Windows install disks.
X-Setup - [2002-12-23 | Freeware / Shareware | 4.7 MB | 98/ME/NT4/2000/XP/2003 | 962481 | 4.68 ]
The mother of all tweaking utilities and a MajorGeeks exclusive release.
 
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Click on License to sort by freeware...we all want it free, right?
 
Windows Users only
Have one tool to tweak, repair or enhance my pc:
Advanced WindowsCare v2 Personal
X-Setup
Check my computer for Malware - Malicious software (Pick at least two):
Ad-Aware 2007
Spybot Search And Destroy
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
AVG Anti-Spyware
Hijack This!
 
 Remove specific or stubborn malware: (Pick at least two)
NGenFix
Assassin
Kaspersky Free Cleaner
avast! Virus Cleaner Tool
Kill2me
CWShredder
Trend Micro CWShredder
WinPatrol
Pocket Killbox
 
Check for Rootkits: (Pick at least one)
Sophos Anti-Rootkit
Trend Micro RootkitBuster
F-Secure BlackLight
Gmer
AVG Anti-Rootkit
Find a better Browser: (Pick one or more)
Maxthon
Avant Browser
Mozilla Firefox <--I use this one
Opera without Java
 
I got tired of Internet Explorer.
 
 Recover deleted files or photos: (Pick one or more)
Undelete Plus
PC Inspector Smart recovery
Free Undelete
Unstoppable Copier
Use these if you accidentally deleted a file from your pc.  They recover everything that you ever did on your pc.
I used these when my pc crashed.  They recovered all of my old files that were gone.
 
Find tools to improve office productivity: (Pick one or more)
OpenOffice.org - Complete office suite
OxygenOffice Professional - Complete office suite
Abi Word - Wordpad replacement
Notepad 2 - Notepad replacement with HTML support
Notepad++ - Notepad replacement that supports many programming languages
Qjot - Notepad, Wordpad replacement that can be portable
Money Manager Ex - Personal finance software like MSMoney
EverNote - Note taking application
FoxIt Reader - Create, edit and read .PDF files
Mobysaurus Thesaurus - off-line English thesaurus
Tomahawk PDF - Create, edit and read .PDF files
 
Know what other freebies you guys love?: (Pick one or more)
Norton Removal Tool - Remove Norton including things the uninstaller might miss
McAfee Consumer Product Removal Tool - Remove Mcafee including things the uninstaller might miss
Windows Error Messages - Look up those weird Windows error messages
AI RoboForm - A killer password manager for websites
ieSpell - spell check text input boxes on a webpage
Google Toolbar - Search and use Google features from your browser
3DMark 06 - (Benchmark and compare your PC
RemoveWGA - Remove the Microsoft "Windows Genuine Advantage Notifications" tool
Skype - Make phone calls over the internet
KeyFinder Thing Lite - Retrieve many Microsoft program serial numbers
Protected Storage PassView - Reveals Internet Explorer and Outlook passwords
BootVis - Speed up XP boot times
 
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The following programs are for MAC Users. I can't forget you guys.
 

15 Best Freeware Apps for Mac Users

Below are 15 essential free applications for OS X. Keep these apps handy on a CD or DVD for the next time you do a clean install—they’re that good. Where possible, we’ve checked for Leopard compliance. For more resources, make sure to check out the Mac shareware category.
1. Quicksilver
This single key launch application creates a catalog of frequently performed searches and tasks. Assign shortcut keys to frequently performed actions and frequently opened files, folders and applications. It’s more than Spotlight (the live search feature built into OS X since 10.4) on steroids. It’s like a mini-Finder and Spotlight in one.



Some users even report that it works faster than Spotlight. A December 2007 Lifehacker interview revealed that the current developer does not have plans to take Quicksilver much further, but since the program is open source, anyone can ride to the rescue. For now though, you can head to Blacktree, and download the latest version.
2. Adium 
iChat is a great way for Mac users to use AIM, but iChat gets a little hairier to use with Google Talk, MSN Messenger or other chat networks. Adium is the best IM tool available. Enabling iChat for non-AIM protocols generally requires registering for a free account at open source chat provider Jabber.org. Adium connects to AIM as well as Google Talk, MSN, Yahoo Messenger, Jabber and many other protocols. Its all-in-one interface allows for tabbed chats in one window, smooth screename switching capabilities and skinned chatting. Currently, iChat’s primary advantage over Adium is its well-integrated video chatting, but a video chatting plug-in has recently been introduced for Adium as well. If you're not convinced, check the instant messaging category - you are sure to find one that suits your needs.


3. Flip4Mac WMV Player (Quicktime Codec)
Plenty of thoughtless, backward media creators still build their content in Windows-only formats like WMV and WMA. Officially supported by Microsoft, Flip4Mac WMV Player lets Apple QuickTime play those formats. However, if you want to convert from those file formats to something more Mac-friendly, you’ll need to spring for Flip4Mac Player Pro ($29) or Studio ($49). Player Pro allows WMAs and WMVs to be imported into QuickTime so that they can be converted, while Studio has a built-in converter.
4. TextWrangler
If you ever do any coding of any kind, check out TextWrangler. The baby brother of pro text editor BBEdit, TextWrangler checks your code as you type in languages including ANSI C, C++, HTML/XHTML, Fortran, Java, JavaScript, Object Pascal, Objective-C, Perl, PHP, Python, Rez, Tcl, TeX, Unix shell scripts, and XML.


5. Gimp
The open source app Gimp allows both single image retouching a la Photoshop and batch image processing a la Photoshop Elements. The full-featured interface, which supports tablet input devices and saves in a variety of formats, offers a compelling alternative to the Adobe products. Plug-ins abound, and the user community is active and vocal.


6. Firefox
Sorry, Safari—Firefox is the best browser out there, with myriad extensions allowing for endless customization. Apple user support for Internet Explorer is virtually non-existent and Safari is still getting its sea legs, while Firefox has climbed to about 17 percent of the browser market share, according to the New York Times. Firefox extensions like Greasemonkey, which allows a user to run JavaScript on any page, and Stylish, which adds custom CSS support, make Firefox truly the browser of power users.


7. Azureus
Among BitTorrent clients, Azureus’s JavaScript-based interface offers the greatest versatility for Mac users. Azureus’s documentation offers in-depth info on maximizing connection speed, and its advanced settings allow users to customize their network settings. With a rich Wiki and active user community, Azureus beats the BitTorrent application hands down. And of course, you’re only trading legal P2P materials, right?