Apart from installing the obvious software like Office, Firefox and VLC player, there are few more apps that are worth having on your system. These apps though not as popular as the previously mentioned, but are equally useful and important. What’s more, you these apps are absolutely free. Here is a list of 7 best software that you must have on your PC, as reported by Times Of India.
1. Dexpot
It is common to have a messy desktop, thanks to shortage of time to organize the same. However, with Dexpot one can have multiple desktops. Being virtual desktop software, Dexpot lets you have separate desktops for work and play. Each desktop can have different running apps, different icons and a suitable wallpaper to go with the theme. The best part is you can switch between the desktops with keyboard or mouse shortcuts. It is available for free if you are using it for privately.
2. Rainmeter
If you are one of those who like to tinker your desktop but could not do enough with what Windows offers, Rainmeter opens a lot more doors for you. It modifies desktop in a way better than other available apps. The app replaces the desktop with a skin that is friendlier to add widgets and notes upon. You can modify the desktop appearance to a level never imagined with just Windows around. You can happily choose from thousands of skins available for free from the community.
3. KeePass
With loads of applications to work on and more than an email ID, we all have to remember a lot more passwords these days. KeePass can secure all your passwords via a single, master password. As it is stored in your desktop and hence there is nothing to worry about in terms of security. Once the password is locked, it is encrypted using secure algorithms. KeePass is trusted name world-wide and you can put a rest to all your worries about authorized access of data.
4. Recuva
Have you ever deleted a photo accidentally and wished it could be restored? Here is software that can do the same for you. Recuva, not only retrieves deleted data from your camera’s memory cards, but it also does the same from USB drives, the computer’s recycle bin or even an MP3 player. Although it may not recover 100 percent of the files all the time, it’s better than a total deletion.
5. 7-Zip
We all want our data to be compressed especially when we are sending as an attachment or while storing it on a USB. In terms of compacting, 7-Zip is much better off when compared to the frequently used WinZip. It is most useful for those who use zipped achieves. It supports packing and unpacking of all formats available. It integrates seamlessly with the system. This is proven by the fact that it appears on right click. The highest compression is provided through the flagship format called 7z.
6. Rocketdock
Having worked on Mac OSX, you are left wondering if you could have such Quick launch bar on Windows. Rocketdock brings you a similar smooth animated dock. Unlike OSX, this app is completely customizable. You can choose from more than 20 skins, fonts, colors and icon orders. You can make the icon to appear differently to the program's actual icon. You can minimize programmes to it and keep it on any of the four edges of your screen. You can set it to always be on top, on bottom, autohide, or be ever-present. Keeping it in addition to your regular task bar is a bonus.
7. Revo Uninstaller
Although you remove the program from your computer, there will still be some residual content left which can make your system run slower. This can be overcome with Revo Uninstaller. As soon as you install this software, it automatically tells you if there are any issues with the ‘leftovers’. It’s open source software and hence is free. However it is not fast and has best features available only in full version that is chargeable. It can delete most registry errors. The ease of use leaves a lot to be desired as we have to go through each individual program's built-in un-installation process in addition to using Revo Uninstaller.
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