Essential free software

**SocialWarfare** · #1 20th Jun 2007, 03:34 PM

Here is a list and links to the software I use to keep my PC running smooth and trouble free
And the best thing is, all this software is free and legal

Comodo Firewall
This is the best Firewall I have ever used

*PC Magazine Online's Editor's Choice
*Secures against internal and external attacks
*Blocks internet access to malicious Trojan programs
*Safeguards your Personal data against theft
*Delivers total end-point security for Personal Computers and Networks

Avira AntiVir PersonalEdition Classic
This antivirus is on par with the best out there

*Protection against viruses, worms and Trojans
*Protection against expensive dialers and phishing
*Detects and deletes rootkits

Spyware Doctor
This program has found things were many others have failed

*Award-winning protection
*Spyware protection
*Adware protection
*Smart Updates
*Scan and Remove
*OnGuard Protection
*FileGuard
*Immunizer

Now the only way to avail of this product for free is to install another program called Google pack
Within that you can get a few programs for free but the best is Spyware Doctor

Advanced WindowsCare Personal
I know there are alot of registry cleaner and the likes on the market today, but I can guarantee that this will clean and speed up your system like no other

Slow down, freeze, crash, and security threats are over. Advanced WindowsCare Personal is an all-in-one PC care utility that takes a one-click approach to help protect, repair, and optimize your computer. Scanning and finding what other utilities miss, it can keep your PC error-free and running smooth than ever. Advanced WindowsCare Personal is designed for Windows Vista, XP and 2000.

Last but not least
FreeRam XP Pro
A great little ram optimiser

FreeRAM XP Pro includes automatic memory monitoring and optimization; advanced tray support; fast, threaded freeing with a stop option; multiple system-metric monitors; a simple and attractive GUI; memory reporting and diagnostic logging; and real-time memory information. FreeRAM XP Pro's AutoFree feature intelligently scales how much RAM is freed with your current system status, thus optimizing RAM without slowing down your computer

I have been using all of the above now for the past 6 months and my computer has never run as smooth and trouble free and would highly recommend the same setup to anyone:)

**alex** · #2 20th Jun 2007, 09:54 PM

Extremely informative post there Social. Thanks for taking the time.

I'm sure it will be helpful to people.

Cheers.

**Dave Hybrid** · #3 21st Jun 2007, 12:03 AM

As I said in my email back to you I'll add them to the downloads section asap.

Thanks for sharing fella. :)

**SocialWarfare** · #4 21st Jun 2007, 03:28 AM

And thanks for you both for your kind words:)

**aquariancore** · #5 10th Jul 2007, 08:35 PM

I already use a few of these and I have heard good things about the others. Good Job.

**Blackmirror** · #6 10th Jul 2007, 11:50 PM

I like AWC new version out 2.5
Keeps my pc running like clockwork
handy features

i would add www.superantispyware.com SUPERANTISPYWARE

great spyware program to your list

and well as windows in a box

Ever get tired of searching for a setting inside the control panel?Inside Windows Xp are hundreds of settings that require endless clicking through the Operating System that can get really frustrating.Windows in a box was designed to eliminate all that.Sits on your desktop,easy to navigate,and puts an end to all the frustration of endless searching for settings.Spyware,Adware,and Malware free.

http://bigdaddydesign.5gbfree.com/windowsinabox.htm

sits on the desktop :D

**FourBear** · #7 12th Jul 2007, 06:54 PM

I hadn't heard of any of these until reading this post. I just tried out FreeRam XP Pro and love it. Thanks for the info!

**hAvAAck** · #8 16th Jul 2007, 02:07 PM

Can't forget
Lavasoft Ad-Aware http://www.lavasoft.com/
Spywareblaster http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
and of course Mozilla Firefox http://www.getfirefox.com

**SocialWarfare** · #9 16th Jul 2007, 04:22 PM

Originally Posted by hAvAAck

Can't forget
Lavasoft Ad-Aware http://www.lavasoft.com/
Spywareblaster http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html
and of course Mozilla Firefox http://www.getfirefox.com

Spywareblaster: I have never really liked programs that just run in the background without any knowledge of what its doing, also it has no auto update or scanner, so if something gets through its tough luck:o

**hAvAAck** · #10 16th Jul 2007, 04:53 PM

Originally Posted by SocialWarfare

Spywareblaster: I have never really liked programs that just run in the background without any knowledge of what its doing, also it has no auto update or scanner, so if something gets through its tough luck:o

Valid points, it's never done me any harm though and I've been running it for about a year. Plus if something gets through, it's probably its fault in the first place :o
I stand fully behind firefox and ad-aware though, I run ad aware pro actually :D
I'll give you the benefit of the doubt on spywareblaster

**SocialWarfare** · #11 16th Jul 2007, 07:02 PM

Originally Posted by hAvAAck

Valid points, it's never done me any harm though and I've been running it for about a year. Plus if something gets through, it's probably its fault in the first place :o
I stand fully behind firefox and ad-aware though, I run ad aware pro actually :D
I'll give you the benefit of the doubt on spywareblaster

Yeah I use FF myself, never really liked ad-aware, maybe its because I remember from the old days when it was complete rhubarb:)

**evilfantasy** · #12 16th Jul 2007, 10:24 PM

McAfee SiteAdvisor
http://www.siteadvisor.com/download/ff.html
Safety ratings from McAfee SiteAdvisor are based on automated safety tests of Web sites (including of our own site) and are enhanced with user feedback from our users and our own manual analysis.

This tool is a nice addition to the best Anti-Spyware/Malware program out there. You!!! Careless clicking is what spyware and malware like the most.
It won't block any attack but will let you know if the page you are on has hidden nasties in it and would be best to stay away from.
The link given is for FireFox but you can choose from a selection browsers to install to.

**tastyguru** · #13 18th Jul 2007, 07:07 PM

didnt know a few of these, tried them out and they're heaps good. thanks for the info

**TheMoominator** · #14 20th Jul 2007, 09:13 PM

I have used Spybot Search & Destroy and would recommend it http://www.safer-networking.org/en/spybotsd/index.html

* detects and removes spyware
* clean usage tracks, an interesting function if you share your computer with other users and don't want them to see what you have been working on
* check this link for a full list of features - http://www.safer-networking.org/en/features/index.html

I use Zone Alarm to scan my whole system but for individual file scanning I use the free version of AVG Anti Virus that integrates into the shell for right click file scanning - http://free.grisoft.com/doc/download...virus/us/frt/0

Easy to use, low system resources

Automatic update functionality

Real-time protection as files are opened and programs are run

AVG’s Virus Vault for the safe handling of infected files

**its.sid** · #15 1st Aug 2007, 10:38 AM

[FONT=Arial]free ram pro is a really good software i had been using it since i had a p3 for good performance . I recommend this program to anyone who has low ram cause it really servers the purpose of making newer aplications run faster .
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