Efficiency, productive, and convenience are all important in the 21st century. Here is a list of the top 10 free Windows applications that are essential for anybody who regularly works on a computer.
1: Flux
Flux is a program that works in the background designed to help ease eyes while on the computer. It decreases and increases the brightness on the computer screen depending on the time of day, mimicking the sun and reducing eye strain.
2: CPU-Z
It is not necessary to understand how every computer part works, but at a minimum every computer owner should know what his parts are. CPU-Z helps you with that, scanning your computer and returning vital computer info to help you troubleshoot your computer when an issue arises.
3: Skype
Skype is a free communication tool recently bought out by Microsoft. You can use it as a phone service with a monthly subscription, but it's possible to call and video chat with other Skype users completely for free.
4: Firefox
Firefox is a free web browser developed by Mozilla. The new Firefox 20 was just released and it comes with a slew of new features and security updates that puts Internet Explorer to shame.
5: Notepad++
Whether you're a programmer or just editing a configuration file, the default notepad Windows app just doesn't cut it. Notepad++ is a free and intuitively designed text editor that is quick and easy to learn as well completely customizable with a variety of plugins.
6: CCleaner
CCleaner will scan your computer's registry and temporary files to clean up and tidy them. It's considered standard in many IT professional's tool-kits and is useful in the maintenance of any Windows PC.
7: SumatraPDF
Adobe Reader is bloated and slow. SumatraPDF fixes this by being incredibly small and lightweight, allowing you to view large PDFs without slowing down your computer.
8: Calibre
As e-book readers become more popular, the need for software to interact with them is increasing. Calibre is like the iTunes of mp3 players, able to work with just about any e-book reader and sync your digital library between all your devices.
9: Foobar2k
Foobar2k is a highly customizable media player that is lightweight and easy to use. It leaves a fraction of the memory footprint of a larger program like iTunes or Winamp.
10: Plex Media Server
Plex Media Server allows you to stream moves and music through wireless technology. All your favorite movies or music can be easily accessed on your windows phones from Bell.ca.
1: Flux
Flux is a program that works in the background designed to help ease eyes while on the computer. It decreases and increases the brightness on the computer screen depending on the time of day, mimicking the sun and reducing eye strain.
2: CPU-Z
It is not necessary to understand how every computer part works, but at a minimum every computer owner should know what his parts are. CPU-Z helps you with that, scanning your computer and returning vital computer info to help you troubleshoot your computer when an issue arises.
3: Skype
Skype is a free communication tool recently bought out by Microsoft. You can use it as a phone service with a monthly subscription, but it's possible to call and video chat with other Skype users completely for free.
4: Firefox
Firefox is a free web browser developed by Mozilla. The new Firefox 20 was just released and it comes with a slew of new features and security updates that puts Internet Explorer to shame.
5: Notepad++
Whether you're a programmer or just editing a configuration file, the default notepad Windows app just doesn't cut it. Notepad++ is a free and intuitively designed text editor that is quick and easy to learn as well completely customizable with a variety of plugins.
6: CCleaner
CCleaner will scan your computer's registry and temporary files to clean up and tidy them. It's considered standard in many IT professional's tool-kits and is useful in the maintenance of any Windows PC.
7: SumatraPDF
Adobe Reader is bloated and slow. SumatraPDF fixes this by being incredibly small and lightweight, allowing you to view large PDFs without slowing down your computer.
8: Calibre
As e-book readers become more popular, the need for software to interact with them is increasing. Calibre is like the iTunes of mp3 players, able to work with just about any e-book reader and sync your digital library between all your devices.
9: Foobar2k
Foobar2k is a highly customizable media player that is lightweight and easy to use. It leaves a fraction of the memory footprint of a larger program like iTunes or Winamp.
10: Plex Media Server
Plex Media Server allows you to stream moves and music through wireless technology. All your favorite movies or music can be easily accessed on your windows phones from Bell.ca.
