“The Windows ecosystem is filled with more programs than we will ever need. But while you know to install essential programs like Firefox and Steam onto every new PC, there are plenty of core utilities you should install before downloading any application software.
We pick out the 33 most useful utilities that enhance the Windows operating system. These aren’t apps used for productivity (like word processing or web browsing) or entertainment (like video playback or gaming). Instead, they strengthen the backbone of Windows by optimizing hardware and system software. From single-purpose diagnostic tools to user-interface replacements, these programs provide general support to overhaul the gestalt of the Windows experience.” Quoted from Maximum PC this is truly an exceptional list and features quite a bit of software/freeware that I personally use and recommend. Go ahead and check out the entire list at http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/33_essential_utilities.
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Hi Rajiv,
Thanks for this list… I have been searching for free virus scanners all around. At the moment sticking to AVG scan. Do you have any reco on the same?
Wishing you & family a merry Christmas and Happy New Year in advance!
Best..
Ajith
..btw, the new outfit is a lot better than your old theme. I had used SEO Max for one of my niche blogs and found that they have coded it very badly.
Thanks, just trying it out for size. Still looking for the all-in-one solution. Maybe I will have to go the Thesis way myself too.
Ajith,
Avast at http://www.avast.com/eng/download-avast-home.html and Avira at http://www.free-av.com/en/download/index.html are both excellent choices and better than AVG. I'm beta testing Avast 5 right now and I can say it will blow away many paid AVs like Norton when it comes out, its that good. Go with either for now, but Avast 5 definitely when it comes out. I will keep you posted when it does. Take care.
Thanks for the holiday wishes. Wish you and the family a happy and a prosperous New Year.
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