May 31, 2008

Free Full License key and Download for East-Tec Backup 2007 worth $39.95

East-Tec Backup 2007 is very easy to use automatic backups and data compression software for windows.
The integrity of your files and documents is vital. Losing data from different reasons, like hard disk failure, accidental delete, computer crash, is unfortunately a very common thing and can happen any time. In these cases a backup of your data turns out to be crucial, offering the possibility to restore data to a previously saved state.
With a very easy to use wizard-driven interface East-Tec Backup 2007 can help you:
  • Create backup of your most important data: backup files, windows registry, mails and user settings
  • East-Tec Backup 2007 allows you to easily backup emails and rules for Microsoft Outlook, Outlook Express, Firefox, Opera, Thunderbird, Eudora, Windows settings, system registry and more...
  • Use any kind of storage device: internal or external hard disks, LAN, CD/DVD, removable media devices ( USB sticks, memory sticks, flash memory, floppy disks, ZIP disks, JAZ, etc.), remote locations using FTP
  • protect your backup privacy with 256-bit AES strong encryption
  • create self-extracting backups and standard Zip archives
East-Tec Backup 2007 costs $39.95. Follow the instructions below to get a free full commercial license for this application.Enter this page and give your name and valid email address. After receiving your mail just click the link to activate your account to receive your serial number. Download the application from here / here
File size:5.47Mb / OS: Windows 98/NT/2000/ME/XP/VISTA

FLV Play - Adobe Air based You Tube video player and Downloader

FLV Play is an application based on Adobe AIR that allows us to explore and play You Tube videos without using a browser.FLV Play allows searching for videos on You Tube by keywords or user name. It also gives the ability to sort the video according to their relevance, popularity, date of publication or qualification, etc and includes a function to save the videos on our computer in SWF format.
You can download You Tube video directly by clicking the folder icon in the video Meta details area. To install this player you required installed Adobe AIR on your computer
[via – Genbeta / Freshairapps]

May 29, 2008

Memtest86+ - Advanced RAM diagnostic tool for free Download

RAM (memory) is one of the most likely hardware components on a computer that can fail. Faulty memory can cause many problems even if the PC continues to run. For example, unexpected restart, shut down while booting, blue screens, disappearing applications, or even that the operating system does not install, etc may be the result of a faulty RAM.Memtest86+ is a free application designed to run from a bootable floppy disk, CD-ROM, USB Drive, or from a suitable boot loader without an operating system present. With this utility you can test whether your memory is in working order. Memtest86+'s tests are comprehensive so it can find otherwise hidden problems on machines that appear to work normally. With many chipsets, Memtest86+ allows counting of failures even in error-correcting ECC DRAM.
This is very simple to operate. Just download the appropriate ISO file and burn in to a CD Rom / USB Drive / Floppy Disc and boot with it. When you are done testing simply remove it and restart your computer, if ever you want to execute the test again simply reinsert the disk and reboot/start your computer. More details here / here / here
Download (updated 21 / 2 / 2008)

May 28, 2008

FREE Legal License key and Download for the new Steganos password manager

Some months back we posted an article on FREE Legal License key for Steganos security suite. Here is another offer from a magazine for it's another security product - Steganos Password manger which offers a full FREE commercial license.
It is not recommend using a single password and user name for all of your accounts log-in as it is very easy to crack. Everyone who knows your password can close deals in your name, purchase goods by auction, buys online, read your e-mails, visit Internet forums under your nickname.
As time goes by, you need more and more passwords and are very difficult to remember every password; here comes the importance of a good password manager.
Features of Steganos Password Manager
• All your passwords in one encrypted list – just remember one password
• Create highly secure passwords in a jiffy – with the password generator
• Uncrackable encryption with 256 Bit AES (Advanced Encryption Algorithm)
• Make it mobile: use the Password Manager on your Pocket PC
• Automatic entry of user name and password in websites – it can’t get more comfy
• Save important additional information about your access sites in the Password Manager
• Access your chosen website directly from the Password Manager
• Sort your passwords in your own categories and find the password you need in a second
Steganos Password Manager 2007 costs $19.95. Follow the instructions below to get a free license key.Enter this page and give your email address and click on the submit button. With in 10 minute you’d receive an email with your serial key.
Download the application from here / here. After installation enter your serial number to unlock the application.
File size- 14mb / Supports Windows XP / Vista
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Free Power Point to flash converter for download

There is no doubt that flash (.swf) has become almost a web standard for online animations. It can be distributed easily at any website because most browsers have support for flash.author POINT Lite is a free Microsoft Windows Vista and Microsoft Office 2007 compatible Power Point (.ppt, .pps,.pptx and .ppsx) to Flash (.swf) converter with PowerPoint plug-in that quickly and easily converts PowerPoint presentations to Flash. You can easily share your PowerPoint presentation online with this free application.
authorPOINT Lite is easy-to-use, and provides fast, accurate and high quality conversions of PowerPoint (.ppt, .pps, .pptx and .ppsx) to Flash (.swf).
File size: 4.7Mb / Download / Homepage

May 27, 2008

FREE 3 Month Legal License for the new O&O DiskImage

With O&O DiskImage you can image an entire system just as easily as you can create incremental images. The imaged data can be compressed and encrypted during the process. Splitting an image onto different storage media can either be individually set or carried out automatically
If you required only particular files or directories from an image, it is not necessary to restore the whole image. Images can be mounted as drives with O&O DiskImage enabling direct access to individual files or directories.
Regardless of whether it is a Virus, Malware or misuse, the threats to your data are varied. With your 3 month license for the new O&O DiskImage you can immediately benefit from significant security through a backup of your data. And all this at absolutely no cost! If you have saved important data, then you should regularly back it up - weekly or monthly at the very least.
So you're interested in O&O DiskImage? Then you clearly understand that making a copy of your stored data is the single most important precaution you can take to protect your computer.
O&O DiskImage professional edition costs US$44.95.
To get a 3 month legal license just enter here and provide your details such as email, name, etc and submit the form.

YouTomb – Let you know Who, Why and When You Tube videos are deleted

You may come across a warning message when you just wanted to see a You Tube video, that the video was removed due to some kind of TOS violation. YouTomb – a research project by MIT Free Culture let you know who, why and when You Tube videos are deleted.YouTomb continually monitors the most popular videos on YouTube for copyright-related takedowns. Any information available in the metadata is retained, including who issued the complaint and how long the video was up before takedown. The goal of the project is to identify how YouTube recognizes potential copyright violations as well as to aggregate mistakes made by the algorithm - more details
[source]

May 26, 2008

HashTab – Allows to easily verifying the integrity and authenticity of files

HashTab is a Windows shell extension which adds a tab called "File Hashes" to the Windows Explorer file properties.
You may find that many download sites list the MD5 hash along with the download link which is used to verify the integrity and authenticity of that file. The HashTab makes it very simple for Windows users to check these hashes on any file on the system without using external tools.The tab contains the MD5, SHA1 and CRC-32 file hashes. These are common hashes that are used to verify the integrity and authenticity of files.
This application supports Windows 2000, 2003, 2008, XP, and Vista
Download latest version from here.

Get a 3 month FREE CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2008

CA Internet Security Suite Plus is a complete security suite and a data back up software that provides comprehensive protection against Internet threats. And the feature Data Back up and Transfer facility helps ensure your important files, photos, music, and PC settings are safe, by letting you easily back them up, restore them, or transfer them to a new PC.
CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2008 requires minimum system resources to operate. It provides proactive protection by monitoring critical program functions and settings, and reminding you to keep your security at an optimal level. The new feature In-product Tutorial helps educate you on the key features and functions of each application within the suite.
Last month I posted an article on how to get a FREE one year Legal License Key to CA Antivirus 2008, for those who like this product here is a 3 month license to CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2008.
CA Internet Security Suite Plus 2008 features -
1. Detects and removes viruses, worms and Trojan horses
2. Automatically scans files when opened, closed or saved, Detects and removes spy-ware threats
3. Improves PC performance
4. Stops hackers
5. Blocks suspicious programs
6. Helps secure your identity
7. Blocks unwanted spam
8. Protects against phishing attacks
9. Identifies fraudulent or dangerous websites
10. Blocks offensive websites
11. Backs up and restores your important data and settings
12. Transfers your data and settings to a new or upgraded PC.
CA Internet Security Suite Plus costs US$59.99 for a single user license. If you like to try this security product, just enter here and submit your details like name, email address, etc. Upon completion you will receive a confirmation with a link to download your free product.
Minimum Requirements: 256Mb RAM (512 for Vista), 150 Mb hard disk space, Windows XP and Vista (32 bit only), File size 91.2Mb

May 25, 2008

Firefox Extension - Rapidshare Happy Hours detector

Rapidshare happy hours is the period of time when Rapidshare allows you to download a file without you having to go through their CAPTCHA.(the annoying Rapidshare 'Cats').
The extension checks Rapidshare at regular intervals for happy hours and would display a message to inform the user whenever Happy hours are active.
The extension doesn't have any user interface and hence it wouldn't show up anywhere in Firefox. It works in the background and would display a message whenever happy hours are active.This add-on is compatible with Firefox 1.5 – 2.0
Downlaod /Home page

Document for comparing key features of Windows XP SP3 and Vista SP1

Microsoft has recently published a document which is useful to compare key features of two operating systems - Windows XP SP3 and Vista SP1.In 28 pages it deals with the issues of security, management, deployment, mobility and productivity and for each feature or capability, each section compares key Windows Vista advancements against Windows XP.
The document is limited to a brief statement and those wants to know more, and then there is enough technical information on TechNet and MSDN site.
Download documents in PDF / XPS

May 24, 2008

Movavi Video Converter FREE 6 month License Key to All

With Movavi Video Converter (former Convert Movie) you can convert between more than 40 video, audio, and image file formats easily.
Movavi Video Converter allows you (1) Convert video and unprotected DVDs between multiple formats, (2) Edit video- split, merge, crop, rotate, adjust quality, add watermarks, (3)Extract stills and soundtracks from your video,(4) Rip unprotected DVDs , (5)Save video for iPod, iPhone, PSP, PDA, Zune, or any cell phone.
Supported file formats are :
  • Input Video Formats: AVI (DivX, XviD, etc.), DV AVI, MP4 (Sony PSP, Apple TV, iPod, iPhone, BlackBerry, etc), WMV (including Zune, Archos and Creative Zen), ASF, 3GP, 3GP2, 3GPP, 3GPP2, QuickTime (MOV, QT), DVD, VOB, IFO, VIDEO_TS, AUDIO_TS, MPG, MPEG 1,2,4, MOD, DAT, MJPEG, VCD, SVCD, H.263.
  • Output Video Formats: MP4 (Sony PSP, Apple TV, iPod, iPhone, BlackBerry, etc), WMV (including Zune, Archos and Creative Zen), 3GP, 3GP2, 3GPP, 3GPP2, QuickTime (MOV, QT), MPG, MPEG 1,2,4, H.263, H.264, Real Media (RM, RMVB).
  • Output Video for Mobile Devices: iPod, iPhone, Apple TV, PSP, Zune, PDA/Pocket PC (including BlackBerry), Creative Zen, Archos, Epson media players, any cellphone.
  • Output Audio Formats: MP3, WAV, WMA.
  • Output Image Formats: JPEG, PNG, BMP, and GIF
Movavi Video Converter costs around US $29.95. But under a promotion Movavi provides a 6 month free full functional license key to all. Follow the instructions below.
>>To receive your activation key, just enter here and provide your email address. After receiving the mail just click the activation link to see your serial number.
>>Download Movavi Video Converter from here.
>> Install the software, provide your serial number to activate and enjoy converting video! [Source].

Movavi Online Video Converter

Movavi online video converter is another cool service to convert video online and as it supports many output formats - AVI, MPEG, iPod, 3GP, PSP, etc. you can save your favorite video from video- sharing sites to your desired device or computer in different file formats.You can either copy and paste the URL of a movie clip from sites like You Tube or upload files from your computer for convertion. Upload is limited to 5 files and the single file is limited to 100MB or 10 minute length movie.
You can then choose an output format to convert and provide your email address; Movavi will notify you when your files are ready.

May 23, 2008

How to hide personal partition of your hard disk?

There are lots of methods to protect your personal files from private access, for example, by using software like folder lock, or by hiding folders, etc. but if you have thousands of confidential files or folders to hide, selecting and hiding every folder would be time consuming. The easiest way is to hide the particular hard drive that has your confidential files.
To do this we can use TweakUI, one of Microsoft’s Power Toy that allows to access system settings that are not available in Windows XP default user interface. With a few click we can hide a particular drive easily.Download the app and install it. Run TweakUI, go to “My Computer - Drives“, and uncheck the drive that you want it to be invisible and click “Apply”.
It will be disappeared immediately. To access your hidden drive again, just type the drive letter in address bar.[source]
Download TweakUI

May 22, 2008

FREE Legal License key for ESET Nod32 Smart Security and Antivirus for 3 months

ESET Nod 32 Smart Security and Nod32 Antivirus are one of the best security products available today. It provides well balanced, state-of-the-art protection against threats that dangerous to your PC.
ESET Smart Security is a tightly integrated solution designed to protect computers from a range of threats. Built on the award-winning ESET NOD32 Anti virus and its powerful ThreatSense engine, it provides anti-spy ware, anti-spam and customized firewall features to protect your computer from Internet threats.
One of the main features of this anti virus is that it requires only a little memory and CPU power as compared to other similar products, allowing your computer to run fast.
To get a legal user name and password for ESET Nod32 Smart security 3 and ESET Node32 Antivirus for 90 days, follow the instructions below.
>>To get a username and password for 3 months, just enter this ESET forum page (Language china) and register an account. For registration click on the Agree button (see image below-left button at the bottom) to enter the sign up page.>>Fill in the fields (only the first 6 fields required) on the sign up page (see image below). Enter Captcha based on image, Captcha based on text (If you get it in Chinies, refresh the page until you get English word and the words are case sensitive), Username, Password, Confirm password, email address respectively and click on submit button shown under the page.>>Now enter this page to register a serial number for 90 days. Fill in the field shown(Only the first 4 fields required, see image) enter User name (registered on the forum), password (same as you entered in the forum registration), email address, and confirm the email respectively. Then, click on the “Submit” button (see image below)>>Now you should see your serial number displayed (see image below) on the screen, just copy this as it is not emailed to you and is required later, in case your activation doesn’t successful. Click on the ‘Activate’ button to get a Username and Password on your email. Now you get a thank you page. (If you want to register your license number just enter this page).>>Open your email (takes up to one hour to receive) and look for your user name and password.
>>You can download latest ESET Nod32 Security suite 3 or Antivirus for 30 days trial from here. Enter your user name and password while installing to get 3 month validation.
The username and password you received is work on both ESET Nod32 Smart Security 3.0.6.5 and ESET NOD32 Antivirus of all versions.

iContact - Your Google contacts on the desktop

iContact is a free application for Windows that allows you to access your Gmail contacts whenever you need them without logging into your Google/Gmail account.The main advantage of this free application is its integration with other applications like email client, Skype or Google map. For example, you can make a phone call with Skype or place a contact on the map through Google Maps in a single pair of clicks and all without leaving iContact.
This newborn application is still in an early development stage and may be have some small bugs, but the application indeed very useful. [Source]

May 21, 2008

WobZip – Allows to extract zipped files online

WobZIP is a free online tool that allows you to uncompress your files online.
You can extract compressed files up to 100MB and currently it supports: - 7z, ZIP, GZIP, BZIP2, TAR, RAR, CAB, ISO, ARJ, LZHCHM, Z, CPIO, RPM, DEB and NSIS.It may be useful for those who do not know how to unzip a file received through email or any other source and WobZip also scan the file for viruses so it is safe, because mostly virus files are attached with zip file to hide the identity - Link / Source

Paragon Hard Disk Manager FREE Full Commercial License and Download

Paragon Hard Disk Manager 8 is a complete suite of disk management tools. It provides you with all of the tools you need to manage your HDD, such as partition, backup, create an image, clone and recover your existing drive, etc.
The software costs US $49 to buy. However, here is a little older promotion, which is still active, offering free legal license to the software for all.
If you want to use this software for free just enter here and provide information like name, email and submit. You should receive an email with a username and serial number to activate the product.
You can download the product from here / here (File size: 23Mb)

May 20, 2008

FREE Genuine License key and Download for O&O Driveled 2

We can’t ignore the possibility of malfunctioning of HDD during its working especially with old hard disks. However, the possibility of subsequent data failure can controllable with O&O Driveled 2.
O&O Driveled 2 accurately tells you when it is time to backup your important data or even if it is necessary to replace the hard disk. It constantly informed as to the condition of your hard disks and, most importantly, be warned in the event of a pending malfunction.
Features:
>>Automatic monitoring using S.M.A.R.T.
>>Warning notification of possible operational errors on all hard disk drives
>>S.M.A.R.T. self-tests for an immediate health-check of your hard disks
>>Displaying the current temperature of each hard disk
>>Forecasting the life expectancy of each hard disk
>>Tracking and display of read/write access for logical volumes
O&O Driveled 2 costs US $19.95. To get a free license enter here and give necessary information like your name and email address and submit. The registration code will be sent to your e-mail address.
You can download the product from here by giving your email address and the license key you received.

May 19, 2008

DocShield – The Ultimate Document Protection Software for FREE Download

DocShield is a useful application for Windows that keep track of all documents, and prevent or remedy the loss of data because of hardware failures or by accidentally. The program runs in the background and saves or backup every time you modify a document.
Documents monitored by DocShield are stored in compressed archives that can also be saved on FTP servers or on a Pen Drive or external drive.
Following are some of the features of DocShield:
>>Maintains a history of your important documents
>>Retrieve any document as it was at any point in time
>>Redundant, multiple archive destinations
>>Remote archive file storage on FTP servers
>>Access files "on the go" with included USB utility
>>Works quietly in the backgroundDocShield is free for personal use (for commercial use cost $39 and Commercial and non-commercial products are identical)
To run this program requires the. NET Framework 2.0.
It supports Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows ME and Windows NT.
Current Version: 2.0.2 / Downlaod
[Source]

Free Genuine License key for Webroot desktop firewall

Webroot desktop Firewall is an 'intelligent learning' Firewall that secures your computer from Internet threats and reduces the risks of being a victim of online crimes.
Without a good firewall, hackers, worms, remote access Trojans and other online threats are easy to intrude in to a system.
Anti-spy ware and virus protection are only a part of any security solution.
A firewall is a critical component, and Webroot Desktop Firewall secures your computer from Internet threats and reduces the risks of being a victim of online crimes.
If you are using only an antivirus for protection you should also use a good firewall, because Windows XP and Vista have basic Firewall function, while, Webroot Desktop Firewall combines intelligent firewall technology with intrusion prevention for inbound and outbound protection that is both powerful and easy to use.
>>Some months back posted an article on Webroot desktop Firewall that are available for free download and is till valid.
>>And if you want a serial number just go here and enter your name and email address. You will receive an email including your serial number and a download link for the latest Webroot Desktop Firewall. [source]

May 18, 2008

Download Free ESET SysInspector

ESET SysInspector is an application for Windows that thoroughly inspects your computer for issues and deliver informations like installed drivers and applications, network connections or important registry entries which helps you to investigate suspicious system behavior be it due to software or hardware incompatibility or malware infection.You can save a detailed log that can be used in future to compare two existing logs, old and new. This is useful, if you want to keep track of changes in the system – you may for example detect the activity of malicious code.
No Installation is required, just run SysInspector.exe and wait while the application inspects your system which could take up to several minutes depending on your hardware and data to be gathered (Takes only one minute for me).
Key Features:
  • Ability to generate and save a detailed log to be used by an IT expert or uploaded to an online forum for diagnosis
  • Option to exclude private, personal information from being saved in logs
  • Integrated Anti-Stealth technology allows discovering hidden objects (e.g. rootkits) in MBR, registry entries, drivers, services and processes
  • Ability to compare two existing logs for differences makes it easy to detect changes over time
  • Log entries are assigned a color code risk level for easy filtering
  • Intuitive hierarchical navigation of logs
  • Fast and compact single file executable, ideal for first responders to run from a USB drive without lengthy installation
System Requirements: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista / Server (32bit / 64bit)
File size: 3.68Mb
Download : 32bit / 64bit / Details

May 17, 2008

DAZ Studio 2.1 – Professional Quality 3D software for FREE Download

DAZ Studio is free 3D modeling and CAD software that unleashes creativity in artists, photographers, filmmakers, animators, illustrators, and more. Hobbyists and professionals alike can create impressive images for just about any purpose.
This feature rich 3D figure posing and animation tool enables users of any skill level to easily create stunning digital imagery.
Whether you’re a 3D newbie or an avid 3D artist, you'll find DAZ Studio is the perfect tool for designing unique digital art and animation with virtual people, animals, props, vehicles, backgrounds and more.
It works as a complete virtual photo studio. Lights, cameras, makeup, wardrobe, props, and more are at your fingertips. You create scenes by placing virtual actors (called figures), props, and other elements in the studio.Comparing to such commercial software which costs high, the free DAZ Studio 2.1 delivers equal or better quality images.
License: Free / File size 83.34Mb (Windows)
Supports Windows 2000/ XP / Vista / Mac OS
Download Windows / Mac / or from here
Homepage / Manual in PDF

Make your own Gnu / Linux Identity Card

Here is an interesting project where you can create your own Ubuntu family identity card as shown one below and spread the world about this free Operating system.This is a set of predefined cards that can be configured to exactly with your picture and your data and that can be print on paper, but if you can in a plastic would be much better because it seemed more real.
The designer is Fabian Flores who has made these cards, which are really supported by Ubuntu and you can configure to your liking. There are several types of cards, but to customize your own, you have to use Gimp.
The steps are as follows:
>> Download the card that you liked from F-webdesign and decompress the file
>>With Gimp follow the steps below:
1) adjusts the image to use as a photo of the ID with a resolution 148px by 148x and save
2) Open the image "Ubuntu ID Master"
3) Now insert the picture you created for ID.
4) Use the text tool to create the text layers
5) save preferably in PNG.
Download [source]

Disc Wizard - HDD Cloning Software for FREE Download

Disc Wizard is a re- branded version of Acronis True image, a popular hard-drive cloning or backup software.
Disc Wizard lets you create image backups of all the data on your computer - operating systems, applications and configuration files, software, updates, personal settings and all of your data. If failures occur that block access to information or affect system operation, or if you accidentally delete necessary files, you'll be able to use the image backup to easily restore the system and lost data.The user friendly, Windows XP styled interface will make your work more convenient. Just answer a few simple questions and let Disc Wizard take care of everything else! When a system problem occurs, the software will get you up and running in short order.The new Disc Wizard features –
>>Direct Back-up to FTP servers,
>>Easily search and recover particular files in archives just as in Windows Explorer
>>One-click image backup
>>USB supports
Supported File system - FAT16/32 / NTFS / Ext2/Ext3 / ReiserFS / Linux SWAP.
Supports: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista, File size: 95Mb
This software is provided by Seagate for their hard disc and can be download legally from the Seagate website.
Download

May 16, 2008

Photoshop e-Book worth $29.95 for Free Download

Under a promotion Sitepoint is giving away free downloads of e-Book titled ‘The Photoshop Anthology’ in .PDF format. No strings attach, no payments. All you need to do is, go to the website, enter your email address and start downloading. The is a limited time offer and expired on 13 June 2008.The e-book explains 101 web design tips and tricks - tried and tested real-world Photoshop solutions that will add impact to your next web design project. If you’ve ever been stuck for inspiration, have puzzled over just how to create a shiny aqua-style button, or wanted to create that seamlessly tiling background image you saw on a site recently, you need to download this book.[source] - Download

May 15, 2008

Free Genuine License key and Download for Advanced Windows Care Pro 2.7

Advanced Windows Care Professional Edition is an advanced Windows maintenance and optimization utility. It keeps your PC stable and running at peak efficiency. Continuously repairs system configurations by eliminating system bottlenecks and preventing crashes. Advanced Windows Care pro provides an always-on, automated, all-in-one PC Healthcare Service with anti-spy ware, privacy protection, performance tune-ups, and system cleaning capabilities.
Features of Advanced Windows Care Pro edition (V.2.7) includes:
    1.The ability to constantly keep your computer safe, error-free and running at its top speed and optimum performance.
    2.Keeping your PC error-free and running more smoothly than ever.
    3.Advanced WindowsCare Professional Edition is the award-winning, flagship product recommended most often by IT experts and editors worldwide.
    4.An "Install It and Forget It" feature that works automatically and quietly in the background on your computer.
Iobit Advanced Windows Care available in Professional and Standard versions. The Professional version costs $29.95 and includes additional functionalities like - Automatic update, Exclusive system Tune-Up, Automatic care in background, 24x7 customer support and consent for commercial use. Standard version is free and has limited functionality.
If you like to use commercial version free for one year, here is a promotion from Chip.de Magazine. They provide one year free license to 20,000 users. This is a little older promotion, but it still works.1. Download the software from here / here (File size 6.99Mb, Version: 2.7.2.0).
2. Install it and provide chip.de as account name and enter 85A945ED1F1A3DE3 in the License code field and leave blank company name field.
3. Required internet connection to validate the account name and license number.
Account Name: chip.de
Company name: nothing to enter
License code: 85A945ED1F1A3DE3
Remember this is a promotion, hurry-up to get a free commercial license [source]

May 14, 2008

How to remove advertising banner from Foxit PDF reader

Foxit PDF reader is a lightweight PDF document viewer and printer (only 2.55 MB against the more than 20 MB of Adobe Reader) and launches instantly without any delay. It does not install and run any services in the background or starts automatically when Windows starts like Adobe PDF reader and required a very little resources.
If you are using Foxit PDF Reader (standard version), you have surely noticed a banner displayed on the upper right side of the window. You have required a pro version to remove this banner (How to get a free license for pro version of Foxit PDF reader for 1 year?).However the developer provides the opportunity to remove this without a pro version. Just go to ‘View’ – ‘Advertisement’ and uncheck it. However, when you restart the program the banner will return to its place. Repeat the processes for 5 times to remove the banner forever. [Source]

Qucs – Open source Electronics Circuit simulator

Everyone who knows something about electronics circuitry may like Qucs. It is open source, multiplatform software that will help us to simulate simple to complex electronic circuits in our system with a graphical user interface (GUI) and simulate the large-signal, small-signal and noise behavior of the circuit. After that simulation has finished you can view the simulation results on a presentation page or window.Qucs (Quite Universal Circuit Simulator) is an educational software program. We can generate any schematic diagrams and check their performance, as well as all its values with this application. The software aims to support all kinds of circuit simulation types, such as DC, AC, S-parameter, Harmonic Balance analysis, noise analysis, etc.
This excellent simulator includes all components and electronic devices that we need to design an electronic circuit like diodes, transistors, resistors, capacitors, voltage and current sources, trainers, amplifiers, etc.[ source]
Supports – Windows / Mac OS / Linux
License – GPL
Home page / Download

May 13, 2008

Free full Commercial Download for Serif Page Plus PDF 8

Serif Page Plus PDF is a desktop publishing package. It provides endless options; you can design anything from stylish business cards and newsletters to brochures and web pages easily by simply selecting a category and replacing the default text with your own, and you could be finished in a few seconds.
With PDF, all the fonts, formatting, graphics and color of any source document are retained, so now your favorite designs can be opened, viewed and printed by anyone, regardless of whether they use PagePlus already themselves.
>>To get Your Free Registration Code, after download and installation, go to Help > Registration Wizard and follow the instructions. You can also register online here after the installation.
File size 96.5Mb [No expiry date mentioned, however this is a promotion from Vnunet, may expire soon]Download from here / here

vLite – Makes Windows Vista run on computers with less memory

Vlite allows you to create a custom installation of the Windows Vista operating system like nLite for Windows XP. As we know, Windows Vista takes lot of resources and required a reasonable system to operate it. vLite provides you with an easy removal of the unwanted components before installing the OS in order to make Vista run faster and to your liking.This tool doesn't use any kind of hacking, all files and registry entries are protected as they would be if you install the unedited version only with the changes you select.
vLite has lot of options. You can remove programs and applications and even implement simple "tricks" to improve the stability and functionality of Windows Vista. The usage of this program is recommended for all those who want to streamline Windows Vista to make it work on old computers with little RAM.
Main features of this application are:
    1. hotfix, language pack and driver integration
    2. component removal
    3. unattended setup tweaks
    4. split/merge Vista installation CDs
    5. create ISO and burn bootable CD/DVD
License: Free / Download
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May 12, 2008

Backup4all 3 lite - Free download and Genuine registration key

Backup4all is data backup software for Windows. This utility is useful to protect your valuable data from partial or total loss. With its automatic backup tasks, password protecting and compressing technique you can keep your data safe and save storage space.With Backup4all you can easily back up to local or network drive, backup to FTP, backup to DVD or CD, or other removable media like flash drives, etc. For full features click here
Backup4all comes in three editions: Professional, Standard and Lite. The free license is for the Lite edition which normally $19.95. Although the lite edition has limited-functionality, it is good enough to backup your files and I believe most of us can live without these extra features.
To get a free license key
1.Visit this page, enter your full name, email address and click Submit button. Check your email for serial number.
2.Download Backup4all b4asetup.exe and install.
3.To register, Run Backup4all, go to Help —> Register… Go to Register tab and enter the registration name and registration key and click Register button.
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Vistalizator - Change display language in all Vista editions

Vistalizator is a free tool that allows you to change display language in all Vista editions (32 bit / 64bit). This software is particularly useful, if for example, you buy a Vista laptop from abroad and want it to talk to you in your mother language.
Features of this application includes
  • Change Vista display language in less than 5 minutes!
  • Uses official Microsoft language packs
  • You can install all 35 languages and switch between them easily
  • Works in 32-bit Vista
  • Works in 64-bit Vista
  • Compatible with Vista Service Pack 1
  • User Account Control (UAC) compliant - prompts for administrative privileges
  • No file is overwritten/changed during language installation - except for language upgrade after Vista SP1 installation
To use this application :
First of all download Vistalizator (File size: 412Kb)
Download Language packs
32 –bit Vista RTM / 32-bit Vista SP1 / 64-bit Vista RTM / 64-bit Vista SP1
>>Unpack Vistalizator (ZIP) to some destination - no need to install
>> Run Vistalizator, open downloaded language pack, press Install
>> Restart Vista [source]

SearchHacker - Search on specific topics from one single place

Search Hacker is a combination of topic specific search engines. It may be useful to search on specific topics from one single place. Currently it combines 12 search engines like Audio search engine, Video search engine, Wallpaper search engine, Book search engine, etc.Currently you can search on following topics with Search Hacker – Webcam, Video, Answer&Question, File search, Audio, Wallpaper, Live TV, Password, Job, News, Price and Book Search[source]

May 11, 2008

Free License key and Download for PC Tools File Recover

Pc Tools File Recover enables you to recover and restore deleted files from hard drives or other fixed media. This utility is very useful when you accidentally delete important documents or files from your computer or emptying from Recycle Bin.Features of this application includes :
  • Recovers files instantly from hard drives, floppy drives and other types of fixed media. If you are a home user or a network administrator, File Recover fills a critical gap in your data protection strategy.
  • Scan all files and directories on selected hard drives.
  • Search for a recoverable file using part or its entire file name.
  • Utilizing a non-destructive, read-only file recovery approach. File Recover will not write or make changes to the section of the drive from which it is recovering data.
To use this product in its full capacity you should register the product using a valid license key.
To get a free license key for version 6.1 (current version 6.2) just goes here and enter your name and email address. You should receive a serial number in your email shortly.
Download File Recover 6.1 from here and install and register it.

Free License and download for SecureZIP 12

SecureZIP is not just a zip and unzip utility but is an industry-leading security and compression application that zips and unzips files, greatly reducing transmission times and storage requirements, while securely protecting data in transit and at rest.SecureZIP, previously known as PKZip Professional, allows you to exchange data securely with a wide variety of systems including mainframe, midrange, server and desktop systems and supports both pass phrase and digital certificates, offering flexible security that meets varying requirements within business environments.
This software also improves file processing efficiencies and security. The feature Application Integration1 streams data directly in and out of the application. Other products require the zip file to be extracted into a data file before it can be read by an application. Application Integration eliminates this step, improving operational efficiency by reducing the number of steps needed to process data and security by not staging decrypted data to disk.
To get a free copy of this licensed version application, just go here and enter your valid email address. You will receive a download link for the product. And remember that this is a limited time offer.[source]

May 10, 2008

PC Tools Firewall Plus – Free download

Antivirus and spy ware protection software are only part of a security solution. There are many silent worms that are completely unnoticeable can get on to your computer without your permission. Protection from such unauthorized access has never been easier without a Firewall. Windows XP SP2 / Vista already have built-in Firewall, but have only basic functions. It’s enough for a normal case, but if you are looking for a powerful Firewall for more protection, you can choose PC Tools Firewall Plus as an alternative.
PC Tools Firewall Plus is a powerful free desktop Firewall that provides real-time protection and comprehensive network shielding to ensure your PC remains safe and hacker free with regular smart updates. By continuously monitoring the applications that are connect to the network; Firewall Plus can stop Trojans, backdoors, keyloggers and other malware from damaging your computer and stealing your private information.
Supports Windows Vista (32-bit), XP, 2000 and Server 2003.
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Free full license key and download for Acronis True Image 8.0 Personal Edition

Acronis True Image is a very useful application which creates the exact copy of your hard disk and allows you to instantly restore the entire system including your operating system, applications, and all the data in the event of a fatal system crash or virus attack.
This software is also features Bootable Rescue Media Builder - create bootable rescue live CD or floppy-disk which can be used to boot the computer and restore the system in-case the operating system is unable to boot.
To get a free license key and the software follow the steps described below.
    1.Visit this link and enter your name, last name valid email address and enter such as PC Magazine, PC User or PC Advisor at ‘what other PC publications do you read’ box and submit.
    2.You will now receive an email that includes a confirmation link. Click the link and you will now see your serial number (It also has been re-send to your email address.). Save this on your computer3.Now login to your Acronis Account using your email and password (as provided to you in the step above) to download the software from the link and get the registration code. (See below image)
    4.If any problem found in downloading the software, you can use this link to download the product.(source)

May 8, 2008

Free full license key and download for O&O CleverCache 4 Pro

CleverCache increases your system performance by optimizing the file cache of your Windows operating system. When file cache increases, memory available for running application decreases that results a significant decrease in performance as request for memory lead to swapping of memory. This occurs when unused memory segments are paged out to the hard disk's paging file. Because hard disk access is slow relative to memory, loss of performance is inevitable.
O&O CleverCache increases your system performance without the need of additional hardware or any reduction in your system's stability. To receive your personal license for O&O CleverCache V4.0 pro, (current version is 6) visit this link / or this and simply fill out the registration form. Download the corresponding application from here..

ProgDVB - Software for watch digital TV and listen to radio channels

ProgDVB is a free application for watching digital TV and listen to radio channels. It is fully compatible with DVB-S (satellite), DVB-S2, DVB-C (cable), DVB-T and IPTV and is able to playback from sources or from a file. It is also possible to record TV channels locally to your hard drive.Main functions of this software are
  • Record TV and Radio channels
  • Support EPG, Teletext, subtitles
  • Advanced OSD and remote control support (from 5.x version)
  • Skins for OSD and GUI (from 5.x version)
  • Broadcast channels to network.
Supports - Windows Vista / Windows XP / Windows 2000
Requirements - DirectX v.8.0 or higher, Mpeg2 video DirectShow codec(Installer of ProgDVB include Elecard shareware codes), H.264/AVC codec if you like DVB-S2 or HD channels and Windows .NET Framework2.
Also you will need ProgDVB compatible DVB cards and Sat-Dish of enough size installed and tuned on current satellite for DVB-S/DVB-S2.
File size: 2.5Mb / source
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