Useful Software that I use (or have used) (by Sanjeev)
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KEY PURPOSE |
Name of software |
What it does |
What does it cost? |
How good is it? (out of 5) |
Comments |
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REMINDER |
E-mail reminder service |
FREE |
4 |
Can’t handle 5-6 week repetitions |
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EXTRACT FILES |
Extract files |
FREE |
4 |
To extract multiple compressed files. Supports ZIP, RAR, ACE, SIT. |
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KEEPING COMPUTER WELL TUNED |
To fix Windows registry |
FREE |
3 |
Doubtful – perhaps over-does things. Used with something more reliable is perhaps a better deal. |
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Registry checker |
Paid something I forget now |
2 |
Not as good as I expected. Indeed quite hopeless |
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To get rid of adware |
FREE |
5 |
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To get rid of sypware |
FREE |
5 |
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Atomic clock sync |
Sync computer |
FREE |
5 |
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MANAGING WIRELESS ROUTER |
To fix problems with wireless routers |
FREE |
5 |
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DATA SECURITY |
AxCrypt (encrypts files) |
To encrypt a to-do list or other files |
FREE |
5 |
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Self-encrypted file – can be used as master password file |
FREE |
5 |
Very useful to put in the master info on one’s passwords or other financial affairs. The master key to unlock the password agent file. Should be physically kept separate from the password agent files. |
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Organises all passwords into an encrypted database |
US$ 25 |
5 |
Outstanding ease and flexibility. THE MOST USEFUL SOFWARE I HAVE BOUGHT SO FAR! |
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Microsoft Private Folder 1.0 (rar file – unpack with |
Create a private folder |
FREE |
5 |
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Create an invisible folder |
FREE |
5 |
Have uninstalled in favour of Microsoft private folder but keep in this list |
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Sure Delete |
Full erase of files |
FREE |
? |
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12Ghosts wash (to be evaluated) |
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FREE |
? |
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STORING DATA ONLINE |
DriveHQ – Free 1GB storage and 406 MB download bytes per month. |
To store key data files on a secure online server |
FREE |
3 – VMN much better |
Very user friendly (along with software to synchronise files from hard disk) - need to monitor that downloads don’t exceed quota |
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VMN |
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FREE |
5 |
OUTSTANDING. Went down for 3 days in August 2008 but vmn then sent mail apologizing. I propose to stick to them. |
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Inbox – 5 GB but file upload limits are small; you have to upload one at a time and download one at a time. No FTP support |
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FREE |
2 – DO NOT USE |
Their account is deleted automatically after a few months as well. Very unreliable concept. Ignore. |
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Mozy – seems to be a decent idea of automatic synchronization of particular folders. DOWNSIDE: No FTP therefore very difficult to upload from work.
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FREE |
3 |
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My Drive. ch NO FTP |
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FREE |
2 |
Not impressed |
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To store key data files on a secure online server |
FREE |
1 |
What was once state of the art in 1999 when I first started using it is now primitive in comparison to alternative offerings. Often can’t get into sub-directories. No longer use actively. |
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MANAGING LIST OF CONTACTS |
Essential PIM Pro |
Organizer of names of contacts, and details. |
AUD 45 |
5 |
Outstanding features – can potentially last a lifetime – NEED TO START USING IT! |
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PERSONALISED MAILING SOFTWARE |
Sendblaster free (100 addresses at a time) |
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4
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Very useful. MY NOTES ON HOW TO USE IT |
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PREVENTING OVERUSE OF COMPUTER BY CHILDREN |
Forces children off the computer at a pre-determined time |
FREE |
5 |
Very convenient. |
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5 4 4 |
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Free phone calls: Jajah.com Outstanding internet phone system |
5 |