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Clamwin – Free Open Source Anti Virus

Whoever is not bothered by viruses? I don’t take chances to get rid of it and bought comprehensive anti-virus software that requires paying a yearly subscription fee to keep my computer secure from viruses. However, I was surprised when a friend told me about ClamWin anti-virus free software. I just couldn’t believe it.

Clamwin - Scan Window

I was paying for my anti-virus software while ClamWin anti-virus is absolutely free that also works in detecting and stopping all forms of viruses. As I tried the program, I am impressed on how the program excellently provides virus protection and enables me to save some bucks to my pocket. Here are several things I noted from ClamWin anti-virus freeware.

Specifications

I’ve download and used the ClamWin 0.97 version with 36.17MB file size. It works in numerous operating systems like Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Me, Windows Server 2008, Windows 2003, Windows 2000 and Windows 98.
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Eraser – Securely Delete Files from Your Computer

For me, privacy is very important especially when disclosing some personal information on the web. However, it is not only restricted to the net as computer users normally store private information on their PC. No matter how you secure your computer system and even your personal information, hackers always had its way of breaking into your personal account.

Eraser - Securely Delete Files

But when you decide to remove these information from your system, what you think is gone forever is just lurking around the corner of your hard disk. This is what I found out when I run a secure deletion program like Eraser, into my PC system. I was totally impressed with how the program completely eliminates sensitive files stored in my system. I’ve noted and compiled some facts and features of the program that appeals to me. Read on.

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Launchy – Open Source File Management Software

Wanted to put some thrill in finding a particular application without clicking the start menu of your monitor? Of course, the process of finding a file stored within your computer system only to find that it was hidden under obscure file name I very frustrating. That is why when I heard about Launchy, I was pleased to know that it efficiently indexes the applications right at the start menu and launches my files, project files, bookmarks and documents with just a couple of keystrokes.

Launchy - File Management

With Launchy, I never have to go through the tiring and frustrating task of locating programs in my PC system. The program is worth trying as it greatly helps me in locate files and folders quickly thus improves my work productivity. Read on some of the facts and features of Launchy that makes it a must-try.

Specifications

I was using the Launchy 2.5 version that is compatible with several operating systems such as Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows XP and Windows Vista with a file size of 4.34MB.
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Use Free Online Service Instead of Installed Application

With the launch of Chrome based Netbook by Google it is obvious that future is online only. In coming days we will be using everything online instead of buying and installing application on our computer. We will have to be dependent on Online services and pay for them if required. Keeping that in mind I have prepared a list of 7 most essential services / application which are used online these days and must have for any user who is going to use Netbook like Cr-48 (chrome Based).

Online Services By Google

1. Google Search — Well Google search is first in my list and almost every web user who uses internet in any form uses it for one thing or other. Google search has become an integral part of online life in last few years and One can’t live in cyberspace with Google search. Now you can say that why not other search engine, Yes they are also there but 90% of search performed in Internet space are using Google. So clearly Google is market leader in the search operation and no other Search engine going to take that position for at least 5 more years. The way Google is improving and optimizing their search results it will be safe to say in the future all other search engine will lose their market share sooner or later.

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