Miscellaneous Freeware
In this category, you'll find a selection of miscellaneous freeware available on the Net. If you happen to stumble across an outdated link, we'd very much appreciate it if you could report it.
Ubuntu Linux Operating System
A Linux-based operating system that's a reliable, secure and feature-rich alternative to Microsoft Windows. What's more, Ubuntu is completely free and user-friendly enough for even inexperienced users to handle. The software contains software you'll need right "out of the box", including a word processor, Web browser, instant messaging, etc. You may request a free CD here or download directly from the Web site.
Lingoes
A popular, free and easy-to-use language translation program. Lingoes allows you to translate on-screen text in its entirely in over 34 languages (including but not limited to: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese). Amongst numerous features, the software includes voice pronunciation so you can hear how your selected words should sound. A number of handy plug-ins for Firefox and Adobe Reader are also available.
PDF-Xchange Viewer
This program is a speedy alternative to Adobe Reader, which is the most common program used to view PDF files. PDF-Xchange Viewer is free for non-commercial use and packs a wide range of features, including: the ability to annotate PDFs, export as various image file types and ultra-smooth PDF scrolling. It also functions on Windows Vista.
oovoo
A popular free video chat program that enables you to "video call" up to six people at the same time. What's more, with superb audio support, you can hear as well as see your contacts, even if they are thousands of miles away! The service includes high resolution video for ultra-clarity, various video effects, and even a Web browser video call feature (for friends who don't have oovoo installed). Bloggers are also able to embed a video into their sites.
Advanced SystemCare Free
Claims to be "The Best System Utility in PC History". With over 20 million downloads, Advanced SystemCare Free takes the "Swiss Army" approach to system maintenance. The program includes a disk defragmentation utility, spyware scanner, junk file remover and also helps to correct system errors.
OldVersion.com
Have you ever upgraded your software only to find you preferred the previous release? Step forward OldVersion.com, a site that deals only in historic versions of free software. If you are unimpressed with your latest "upgrade" and wish to wind back the clock to the good old days, where software did exactly what it said on the tin, be sure to visit this site.
Feedreader
This free RSS "news aggregation" program gathers together feeds from multiple sources and displays them all in one place for convenient viewing. Don't waste your time checking multiple sources, use Feedreader instead. The program is easy to understand, simple and deceptively powerful. Podcasting support is also available.
Online Vault
"The easy way to enter passwords and fill in Web forms". Online Vault is a popular and quality password manager program that integrates seamlessly with your Web browser. If you have trouble remembering usernames and passwords, or often fill in forms online, this program could save you a whole lot of time. Any data you store can be protected with a master password.
> The program will help you choose highly secure passwords, so you can be sure the maximum level of protection is available.
> You can configure Online Vault to remember various identities, so different credit cards, names and addresses can be used.
Free Microsoft Visual C# 2008 Software
If you are learning to code in C# (C Sharp), this free program from Microsoft might come in handy. Download Visual C# 2008 Express Edition by following the "Download Now" link and you will have a stripped down (but still capable) version of their C# programming package. If you want to program C# with the added assistance of visuals, this program is a great starting point.
Free Ubuntu Linux CD
Request a free CD-ROM of the Ubuntu Linux operating system, a user friendly, reliable and fully featured platform that does everything Windows does, and more. You may request either the Desktop Edition or Server Edition. An online download is also available if you prefer this option. Allow at least 10 weeks for delivery since this freebie is in high demand across the world. (International)
Free SpeedBit Video Accelerator
Do you watch a lot of YouTube videos? Try this program, it helps to speed up streaming videos so they are faster and smoother. The free version of SpeedBit "significantly reduces buffering problems and video interruptions". The program functions equally well with dial-up and broadband Internet connections.
Orbit Downloader
A handy piece of free software that works on conjunction with most popular Web browsers to help you download files and retrieve social media streams. This "next generation" download manager is particularly useful in helping you to select downloads or streams whilst browsing the Web. Videos, music and other streaming media can be grabbed and downloaded at the touch of a button. If you regularly download, this may prove an invaluable tool. It's not the prettiest piece of software, but it sure comes in handy!
KidZui
A free, safe and entertaining Web browsing application, specifically designed for children. Download KidZui and you'll know that your kids have a safe learning environment that rewards curiosity and builds independence. The browser will connect children to hundreds of kid-friendly Web sites, games, pictures and videos. The program also includes customisable parental control options. Give it a go!
VideoThang
This cool, freeware video editing tool allows you to create digital videos in next to no time. There's no need to get your head around complicated video editing programs with VideoThang, and you'll be mixing videos, images and overlaying music to create outstanding effects within minutes. This application is 20MB in size, so it may take a while to download on slower connections.
CoffeeCup Free DHTML Menu Builder
This free program from CoffeeCup Software allows you to create cool, interactive sliding navigation menus with ease. You don't even need to write a single line of code as the program will take care of the technical side of things, and you'll have a professional looking navigation bar within minutes. Both vertical and horizontal navigation bars can be created using this program, and you can customise your creation by changing the colour, font, borders, alignment, etc.