Yamicsoft Vista Manager v1.2.2

Vista Manager is a system utility that helps you to optimize and tweak, clean up your Windows Vista. It will increase you system speed, improve system security and suit your idea!



Features and Benefits of Vista Manager

Information
Get detailed system and all hardware information on your system; show all detailed information of running processes and threads on your machine; Vista Manager offers 1-clicking cleans your system automatically.

Optimizer
Tweak your system to improve windows startup and shutdown speed; tweak your hardware to increase system speed and performance.

Cleaner
Find out which files or folders engross your disk space and shown with chart; Find and clean junk files to increase Hard Disk space; Duplicate Files Finder can scan your computer for files with the same size, name and modification time; Registry Cleaner can easily checks your registry and repair incorrectly linked registry entries, automatically remove invalid entries; Registry Defrag rebuilds and re-indexs your registry to reduce application response time and registry access time.

Customization
Control what is started on Windows startup; tune up Vista boot menu; edit context menus of mouse Right-Clicking; customize system desktop, menus, toolbar and notifications settings; automatically change your desktop wallpaper on background.

Security
You can improve desktop, menus, Windows logon securities, and enable numerous hidden performance options of system, disable system updates and error reports; hide and restrict to access drives, specify which applications are not allowed to be executed on your computer; encrypt/decrypt and shred files, change the location of system folders; Privacy Protector can maintain your personal privacy by eliminating the tracks that you leave behind; create lots of randomization password once.

Network
Optimize your Internet connection speed, manage all shares items; tweak your Internet Explorer easily.

Misc. Utilities
Show the collection of Windows utilities; help you find out the installation key of Windows, Office products; shutdown your PC or remind you automatically.


Download : Yamicsoft Vista Manager v1.2.2 64-Bit

Windows XP Embedded with SP2

This free downloadable version of Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2 is segmented into smaller downloads so you can easily and successfully access the tools to begin evaluating Windows XP Embedded with Service Pack 2 today.



The package includes:
· Windows XP Embedded SP1 Tools
· Windows XP Embedded SP1 Database
· Windows XP Embedded SP2
· SQL Server Desktop Engine(MSDE)



Download : Microsoft Windows XP Embedded, SP2 Update Evaluation Edition
Link : MoreInfo...

Windows Server 2008 Beta 3

Windows Server® 2008 Beta 3 helps IT professionals to increase the flexibility of their server infrastructure while offering developers a more robust web and applications platform for building connected applications and services.This time-limited release of Windows Server® 2008 Beta 3 will expire on April 7, 2008. After this time, you will need to uninstall the software or upgrade to a later release or a fully-licensed version of Windows Server® 2008.This product requires a valid product key for activation – you may install the product without activation, but if you do not enter a valid product key and activate within 30 days of installation, the software will cease to function.If you have received a product key via email confirmation, you may use the key with the software you download from this site or with a DVD containing Windows Server® 2008 Beta 3.


Download: Windows Server 2008 Beta 3 Enterprise Standard Datacenter-
Download: Windows Server 2008 Beta 3 Web Server-
Download: Windows Server® 2008 Beta 3 for Itanium-based Systems

Skype 3.5.0.234

Skype is a program allowing telephone conversations via the Internet. Calls to other Skype users are free as well as calls to regular telephone and mobile telephone numbers all over the world are at a low rate.


Download : Skype 3.5.0.234 (22.9 MB)

FlashGet v2.0 Preview

The express train (FlashGet) is the Internet most popular downloading software. Uses the multi- servers ultra line regulation technology, the comprehensive support many kinds of agreements, has the outstanding document management function.

The express train is green software, does not have advertisement and completely free. The express train 2.0 has certain functions that need you to registers to be able to use.

Main functions characteristics:

1st, depth optimization essence, higher efficiency.

2nd, the multi- agreements increase, helps the user to increase each kind of link.

3rd, supports HTTP, the BT downloading, temporarily does not support the Emule function.

4th, many kinds of skins support, Office style menu, simple fashion.

5th, new definition express train downloading tabulates.

6th, may use IE to act. 7th, the civilized terminology box has the simple return to original state function.



Download : FlashGet v2.0 Preview

Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility 8.4.0.1016

The Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility installs Windows* INF files to the target system.
The Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility contains support for the All Intel Chipsets.

These files outline to the operating system how to configure the Intel(R) chipset components in order to ensure that the following features function properly:
- Core PCI and ISAPNP Services
- PCIe support
- IDE/ATA33/ATA66/ATA100 storage Support
- SATA Storage Support
- USB Support
- Identification of Intel(R) Chipset Components in the Device Manager

The Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility is validated on the following Microsoft operating systems:
- Microsoft Windows server 2003 with Service Pack 1
- Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition
- Microsoft Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2
- Microsoft Vista



Download : Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility 8.4.0.1016
Link : Release Notes

Slysoft GameJackal Pro 2.9.18.577 Beta

Game Jackal Pro is the ultimate "must have" killer app for the PC gamer! If you, like most gamers, find it annoying looking for and inserting the CD-ROM for your favorite game each time you play it, then Game Jackal Pro is for you.



Features Pro Version:
• Create profiles right from the desktop with the new "One-click" profile creation option. Simply right-click any game icon on you desktop (or anywhere else for that matter) and select "Convert to Game Jackal Profile", a much simplified creation wizard guides you through a 2 step process.
• Unused profiles can now be moved to an archive section allowing you to keep only your current favorites in the "My Game Profile" section.
• A new "plug-in" interface is now available, this allows third-party developers to create plug-ins for Game Jackal Pro.
• Right-click popup menu for profiles, this provides a faster and easier way to manage profiles.
• Improved reliability, support and performance for many games and hardware configurations.
• Support for multi processor hardware, including the ability to specific processor(s) on for each profile.
• Image mode, for games that need to stream data from the CD or DVD during game play.
• An easy to use interface, providing the user with a single tool for "cd free" gaming.
• The creation of a Game Jackal Profile is performed while you are playing your favorite game!
• Using the auto update feature, your version of Game Jackal Pro will always be the latest version available.
• Guardian Control, this feature allows for the password protection of game profiles in addition to specifying when and how long a game can be played.
• No longer do you need to find and insert the game's CD-ROM.
• Preserve the original game's CD-ROM: one of the problems with having a favorite game is that the CD-ROM gets damaged over time.
• Game load times are dramatically shortened

Changes in version 2.9.18.577 (2007-09-05):
- Updated blacklisting support.
- Minor fixes.



Download : Slysoft GameJackal Pro 2.9.18.577 Beta

FlashFXP 3.4.2 Build 1197 Beta 3

FlashFXP is a powerful and popular FTP & FXP Client loaded with features for the power user. It has an intuitive user interface that takes only minutes to master. Using the FTP protocol, you can transfer files from remote servers to your computer, or even to another remote server. It makes it easy to update your Web site, download files from the company server, or even download files from the internet that always seem to fail using your Web browser. It allows you to transfer files between two sites (FXP), resume incomplete downloads, synchronize directories, schedule multiple tasks, and more.



Download : FlashFXP 3.4.2 Build 1197 Beta 3
Download : FlashFXP 3.4.2 Build 1197 Beta 3 Incl Serial

Microsoft Process Explorer 11.0

Process Explorer shows you information about which handles and DLLs processes have opened or loaded.

The Process Explorer display consists of two sub-windows. The top window always shows a list of the currently active processes, including the names of their owning accounts, whereas the information displayed in the bottom window depends on the mode that Process Explorer is in: if it is in handle mode you'll see the handles that the process selected in the top window has opened; if Process Explorer is in DLL mode you'll see the DLLs and memory-mapped files that the process has loaded. Process Explorer also has a powerful search capability that will quickly show you which processes have particular handles opened or DLLs loaded.
The unique capabilities of Process Explorer make it useful for tracking down DLL-version problems or handle leaks, and provide insight into the way Windows and applications work.

What's new in Version 11.0:

- New treelist control for better UI responsiveness
- Asynchronous thread symbol resolution on threads tab of process properties
- More flags on groups in security tab and SID display
- Thread IDs on threads tab
- On-line search uses default web browser and search engine
- Vista ASLR column for processes and DLLs
- Vista Process and thread I/O and memory priorities in process and thread properties
- Vista Process and thread I/O and memory columns
- PROCESS_QUERY_LIMITED_INFORMATION support on process permissions on Vista
- Run as limited user runs with low IL on Vista
- Reports information for all object types on Vista
- Show details for all processes elevation menu item on Vista
- Supports replacement of task manager on Vista
- /e to launch elevated
- /s switch to select a process at startup
- Compiled w/ASLR, DEP
- Faster startup
- Miscellaneous bug fixes and minor improvements



Download : Microsoft Process Explorer 11.0
Link : MoreInfo...

Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 12.0

Paint Shop Pro Photo, a part of the Paint Shop family of digital imaging and photography products, is the most complete, easy-to-use software for creating professional digital imaging results. By combining automatic and precision tools with an integrated learning system, Paint Shop Pro Photo helps you produce professional results with power and ease.
Filled with one-of-a-kind photo tools sure to please even the most discerning photographer, Corel® Paint Shop Pro® Photo is the ideal choice for people who want extraordinary photos.
In an exploding digital imaging market, Paint Shop Pro Photo rises above the rest. With the unparalleled power of Automated Productivity Scripts™ and Dynamic Personalization™, Paint Shop Pro Photo increases productivity and enhances workflow like no other digital imaging software on the market. Paint Shop Pro Photo is your complete solution for print and Web.
Give your photos the professional look they deserve with automatic photo fixes and precision editing tools for fine-tuning. When you need help, the built-in Learning Centre is there to make it easier. Paint Shop Pro Photo delivers a complete set of photo editing tools to help you create professional-looking photos fast! By combining automatic photo fixes and precision editing controls with a revolutionary Learning Center, Paint Shop Pro Photo is an easy-to-use photo editor for anyone who wants stunning photos.


New Corel® Paint Shop Pro® Photo X2 is the ideal choice for any aspiring photographer's digital darkroom. It's filled with everything from easy automatic photo fixes to precision editing tools. It even includes a built-in Learning Center to help new users get started right away!

What's new in Paint Shop Pro Photo X2:

NEW! Express Lab
This all-new, super-fast photo fixing mode is amazing! You'll save hours of time with the Express Lab, because now you can edit dozens of photos in the time it used to take to edit just a few! Just think how easy it will be to breeze through folders full of photos — cropping, rotating, removing red eye, and straightening, — without having to wait for each individual photo to open.
That's only a small taste of the photo fixing you can do in the NEW Express Lab. We can tell you how it helps you fly through viewing and fixing your photos, but to truly understand the power of the NEW Express Lab you have to experience it for yourself.

NEW! Graphite Workspace Theme
Not only is Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 packed with all-new features, it looks different too. As soon as you launch the program, you'll see the NEW Graphite Workspace Theme. This darker theme really makes your photos stand out! And for people who don't like change, you can switch back to the classic interface with just a few clicks.

NEW! HDR Photo Merge
With NEW HDR Photo Merge you can easily create photos that give you full detail in the shadows and the highlights of your photos. HDR Photo Merge helps you combine two or more photos taken at different exposures, and then automatically dodge and burn to bring out the contrast!

NEW! Layer Styles
With the NEW Layer Styles you can easily add drop shadows, embossing, outer and inner glows, bevels and even reflections to your text, photos and creative projects. The best part of these new Layer Styles is if you make any changes to the layer the effect is automatically changed to match.

NEW! Visible Watermarks
Whether you're a professional photographer or someone who wants to share your photos online, it's a good idea to add a discrete watermark that reminds those viewing your pictures who the photographer was. With the NEW Visible Watermarks feature you can easily create and add a personal watermark to all your photos.

NEW! Picture Tubes™ & Picture Frames
Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 includes over 30 brand-new, professionally-designed Picture Tubes™ and 30 new Picture Frames! Plus for people who upgrade to Paint Shop Pro Photo X2, there's an exclusive set of all-new, never seen before Picture Tubes and Picture Frames just for you!

IMPROVED! Black & White Film Conversion
This feature lets you create dynamic black & white photos by simulating the effects of shooting black & white film with colored filters.
Now you can select from a virtually infinite range of color combinations where before you could chose from pre-chosen color filters. This gives you the full creative control of the Channel Mixer command, but in a far simpler interface. Plus you can adjust brightness and apply Clarify to further enhance the black & white effect.

NEW & IMPROVED! Makeover Tools
Paint Shop Pro Photo's Makeover Tools give you a set of professional retouching tools that are easy to use. This year we've added two new features to your toolbox: NEW Thinify™, which makes the people in your photos look thinner with just a click, and New Eye Drops that takes the red out of bloodshot eyes. In addition, improvements have also been made to the Blemish Remover and the Suntan Brush.

NEW! Crop to New Image
For people who scan a lot of images, especially multiple images at once, New Crop As New Image will save you time! Now you can click Crop As New Image, and the cropped portion of your scan is automatically opened in a new document. All you need to do is save it!



Download : Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo Х2 12.0

DAEMON Tools Pro 4.10 build 217 Released !

DAEMON Tools Pro build 217 is released on 4th September 2007:
Advanced, Standard, Basic (Free) editions

There are now Three editions of DAEMON Tools Pro products:
• DAEMON Tools Pro Advanced (32/64bit) v4.10.0217 - includes now vIDE support and capable to make and handle CD/DVD images.
• DAEMON Tools Pro Standard (32/64bit) v4.10.0217 - is capable to make and handle CD/DVD images
• DAEMON Tools Pro Basic (32/64bit) v4.10.0217 - Free version which is capable to make and handle CD/DVD images (includes Advertising software)

Table of comparison of all these DAEMON Tools products can be found at webpage of their publisher.

Release Notes:

What's new in build 217:
- Added adapter starting on new virtual device's creation;
- Added new languages: Czech;
- Several languages updates.

Bugs fixed:
- Critical bug which sometimes may led to deadlocks;
- Some performance optimizations;
- Some DTPro Agent's Open File dialog issues;
- Big images splitting issue in Image Conveter:

Known issues:
- DTPro Shell extensions do not appear on x64 platforms;


Please note:
- an Internet connection is necessary to use DT Pro and DT Pro is activated via internet


Download : DAEMON Tools Pro Basic (32/64bit) v4.10.0217 Mirror MoreInfo

Windows Live Messenger 8.5 Beta 2

Windows Live Messenger lets you chat online via text, voice or even video conversation - in real time - with your friends, family or colleagues. It's faster than e-mail and is a great choice for conversations and the perfect alternative when you can't be there in person.

Download : Windows Live Messenger 8.5 Beta 2

Norton AntiVirus 2008 (15.0.0.58) Final

Norton AntiVirus from Symantec is one of the best anti-virus software titles in the world. Enjoy the security of automatic protection against viruses, malicious ActiveX controls and Java applets, and other dangerous code. It protects you while you're surfing the Internet or getting information from floppy disks, CDs, or a network. It also automatically scans incoming attachments in the most popular email programs. It is extremely easy to keep updated, with automatic retrieval of new anti-virus definitions from Symantec as often as once a week.

Key Technologies
* Antispyware
* Antivirus
* Internet Worm Protection
* Rootkit Detection

Features
* Improved performance delivers faster scans NEW
* One click access to expert support NEW
* Works quietly in the background. NEW
* Network mapping provides a view of your home network. NEW
* Detects and removes spyware and viruses
* Blocks spyware and worms automatically
* Protects email and instant messaging from viruses
* Prevents virus-infected emails from spreading
* Rootkit detection finds and removes hidden threats
* Includes protection updates and new product features as available throughout the renewable service period


Download : Norton AntiVirus 2008 (15.0.0.58) Final

Norton Internet Security 2008 (15.0.0.60) Final

Norton Internet Security 2006 provides essential protection from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. Included are full versions of Norton AntiVirus and Norton Personal Firewall, which efficiently defend your PC from the most common Internet dangers. You also get Norton AntiSpam to block unwanted email, Norton Parental Control to protect your children online and Norton Privacy Control to prevent confidential information to be sent out.



Key Technologies
* Antispyware
* Antivirus
* Two-Way Firewall
* Advanced Phishing Protection
* Intrusion Prevention
* Rootkit Detection

Features
* Improved performance delivers faster starts and scans. NEW
* One click access to expert support. NEW
* Network security monitoring helps protect your wireless network. NEW
* Norton Identity Safe delivers enhanced i dentity theft protection. NEW
* Works quietly in the background. NEW
* Protection for up to 3 PCs per household
* Blocks identity theft by phishing Web sites
* Protects against hackers
* Detects and eliminates spyware
* Removes viruses and Internet worms automatically
* Protects email and instant messaging from viruses
* Prevents virus-infected emails from spreading
* Rootkit detection searches underneath the operating system using patented technology
* Includes protection updates and new product features as available throughout the renewable service period *
* On-going Protection option automatically renews your subscription **
* Need antispam or parental controls?



Download : Norton Internet Security 2008 (15.0.0.60) Final
Link : MoreInfo

Yahoo! Messenger 8.1.0.419

Yahoo! Messenger is a popular instant messaging client and protocol provided by Yahoo!. Yahoo! Messenger is provided free of charge and can be downloaded and used with a generic "Yahoo! ID" which also allows access to other Yahoo! services, such as Yahoo! Mail, where users can be automatically notified when they receive new email. Yahoo! offers PC to PC telephone, file transfers, webcam hosting, text messaging service, and chat rooms in various categories. In addition to instant messaging features similar to those offered by ICQ, it also offers (on Microsoft Windows) many unique features such as: IMVironments (customizing the look of Instant Message windows), address-book integration and Custom Status Messages. It was also the first major IM client to feature BUZZing and music-status. Another recently added feature is customized avatars.



Download : Yahoo! Messenger 8.1.0.419

NOD32 3.0.290.0 Beta 2

ESET NOD32 Antivirus System - Integrated, Real-Time Protection against viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, adware, phishing, and hackers. Best detection, fastest performance & smallest footprint.
NOD32 Antivirus System provides well balanced, state-of-the-art protection against threats endangering your PC and enterprise systems running various platforms from Microsoft Windows 95 / 98 / ME / NT / 2000 / 2003 / XP, through a number of UNIX/Linux, Novell, MS DOS operating systems to Microsoft Exchange Server, Lotus Domino and other mail servers.
Users of Microsoft® Windows® can experience the power and elegance of NOD32's ThreatSense Technology with ease and comfort. Our single optimized engine offers the best protection from viruses, spyware, adware, phishing attacks, and more. Keep tomorrow's threats at bay with our proactive detection technology. And it has the smallest footprint and fastest performance - bar none.
The fourth generation of the NOD32 Antivirus System features a fully integrated software suite characterized by an unprecedented detection track record, the fastest scanning rates and extremely low utilization of system resources. NOD32's detection efficiency combined with 2-50 times faster hard disk scanning rate earned the product many international prestigious awards.

What's new in ESET NOD32 Antivirus beta 2:

ESET NOD32 Antivirus + Antispyware
This component is in fact an improved version of the award-winning scanning engine of NOD32 Antivirus v2.7. With respect to program's unprecedented scanning speed, the following improvements have been made:

* Improved system of cleaning and deleting infiltrations. The antivirus system now intelligently cleans and deletes infiltrations with no need for user interaction.
* Computer scan can be run in background in order to use only a part of system resources. Thus scanning will not affect the performance of your computer and you will be able to work on it as usual.
* Update optimization, smaller update package size than in version 2.7, more effective management and protection of update files against damage.
* Email protection for users of Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Express.



Download : NOD32 3.0.290.0 Beta 2 for Windows NT/2000/2003/XP 32-bit
Download : NOD32 3.0.290.0 Beta 2 for Windows NT/2000/2003/XP 64-bit

Norton Removal Tool 2008.0.1.14

Norton Removal Tool is a program that can remove some Norton software from your computer. Norton Removal Tool runs on Windows 2000/XP/Vista. Norton Removal Tool should be used only if you have tried to uninstall the Norton program using Windows Add/Remove Programs and that did not work.


Norton Removal Tool will remove these--and only these--Norton programs:

* Norton AntiSpam 2004/2005
* Norton AntiVirus 2003 through 2008
* Ghost 10.0 and 12.0
* Norton GoBack 3.1 through 4.2
* Norton Internet Security 2003 through 2008
* Norton Password Manager
* Norton Personal Firewall 2003 through 2006
* Norton SystemWorks 2003 through 2008
* Norton Confidential Online 2007
* Norton Internet Security 2007 Add-on Pack 1.0 and 2.0
* Norton Save and Restore 1.0 and 2.0
* Norton 360 1.0 through 1.3



Download : Norton Removal Tool 2008.0.1.14 For WinXP/2000/Vista
Download : Norton Removal Tool 2008.0.1.14 For WinME/9x

ZoneAlarm Security Suite 7.0.397.000 Beta

ZoneAlarm Security Suite is the easy-to-use, comprehensive security solution that is based on the world's best firewall to keep out hackers, viruses, worms, and other threats. It combines the most popular firewall with antivirus, Web site filtering, privacy protection, instant messaging security and more to provide the best overall protection of any PC security suite.


ZoneAlarm Security Suite is comprehensive, all-in-one suite is a tightly integrated set of advanced security layers that, together, create the most secure protection in the industry. Uniquely engineered to prevent threats from getting on a PC in the first place, it has won more major awards than any other security software on the market. The suite combines the robust security features computer experts demand with automatic functions that make it simple enough for novices to use.



Download : ZoneAlarm Security Suite 7.0.397.000 Beta

Maxthon 2.0.3 Build 4552 Finall

Maxthon is a powerful web browser with a highly customizable interface. It is based on the Internet Explorer engine which means that what works in IE, works the same in Maxthon but with many additional efficient features like Tabbed Browsing Interface; Mouse Gestures; Super Drag&Drop; Privacy Protection; AD Hunter; Google Bar Support; External Utility Bar; and Skinning.

Extremely Customizable, Improved Ad Hunter, Built-in Online Favorites Service, Improved Feed Reader, Magic Form Filler, Smart Acceleration, Splendid Skins, Improved History, Super Proxy, Seperated User Account, File Sniffer and more.


Changes in Maxthon 2.0.3.4552 [2007-08-30]:
[Feature]
+ Added Link to Online Favorites Recovery
+ Added Prompt dialog when switching user
+ Groups Menu's show/hide states will not be determined by whether user has Groups Data
[Bug Fix]
* Press ESC to Stop Loading Page
* Last Page can not be closed in v2.0.3-rc
* Increased the priority of website white list, now it's above global black list
* Slow Language Menu when have a lots of languages installed
* Modified Table display in Setup Center
* Shortcut Key Text duplicate when set Shortcut Keys
* Feed Discovery mistakes
* Can not unblock content under Block Page Content mode
* URL Display error in Up One Level feature
* Fixed display problem with default Utilities, Added Regedit
* Improve several dialog's presentation

Download : Maxthon 2.0.3 Build 4552 Final

Download Accelerator Plus v8.5.6.3

Download Accelerator Plus (DAP) increases download speeds by up to 300 percent. It searches for mirror sites that most effectively serve your downloads through multiserver connections for optimal utilization of dial-up or broadband connections. DAP automatically recovers from shutdowns, lost connections, and other errors. DAP is fully integrated into Netscape, Internet Explorer, and Opera, and offers a toolbar for Internet Explorer with a links catcher and a highlighter. DAP features auto-hang-up after download, proxy settings, scheduling, and a unique AlwaysResume service. New features in DAP 7.2 include a self explanatory Configuration Wizard for optimal settings, a graphic Bandwidth Controller for a convenience bandwidth allocation; and a dynamic Info pane with various services such as: Reviews service. DAP offers a multilingual support, including German, Dutch, French, Chinese (traditional), Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, and Italian. This software is ad-supported and may install components that use your Internet connection to serve ads or track your Web surfing habits.

Download : Download Accelerator Plus 8.5.6.3

Ubuntu v7.10(Gutsy Gibbon) Tribe-5

Ubuntu is a Linux distribution that starts with the breadth of Debian and adds regular releases (every six months), a clear focus on the user and usability (it should "Just Work", TM) and a commitment to security updates with 18 months of support for every release. Ubuntu ships with the latest Gnome release as well as a selection of server and desktop software that makes for a comfortable desktop experience off a single installation CD.

Download : Ubuntu v7.10(Gutsy Gibbon) Tribe-5

JkDefrag 3.17 Beta

Free (released under the GNU General Public License) disk defragment and optimize utility for Windows 2000/2003/XP/Vista/X64. Completely automatic and very easy to use, fast, low overhead, with two optimization strategies, and can handle floppies and USB disks/sticks. Included are a Windows version, a command line version (for scheduling by the task scheduler or for use from administrator scripts), a screensaver version, a DLL library (for use from programming languages), and versions for Windows X64. JkDefrag is based on the standard defragmentation API by Microsoft, a system library that is included in Windows 2000, 2003, XP, and Vista. All defragmenters are based on this API, including commercial defragmenters. JkDefrag is therefore very solid and there is no risk of losing data. You can stop the program at any time, it will finish the current file in the background. If your disks use NTFS then you're even safe when the computer crashes in the middle of defragging. Nevertheless, it's still a good idea to backup before defragmenting, just like with other defragmenters, because the heavy use of the harddisk may trigger a hardware fault.



Changes in this version:

- NTFS disks are now analysed by directly reading the MFT from disk. This is a lot faster, and finds more system files.
- NTFS streams are now supported and will be defragged and optimized.
- Added an icon.
- Added a version info resource to the executables.
- Added a manifest so Vista will always run JkDefrag with administrator privileges.
- Added support for short filenames. The masks now also work for short names, for example "PROGRA~1" instead of "Program Files".
- Spacehogs are now shown in dark-green, regular files in light-green. Allocated space is now shown in grey, instead of black.
- Bugfix in redrawing the diskmap, to properly handle redraw-requests while redrawing.
- Files larger than 1 gigabyte are now closed and re-opened at 1 gigabyte intervals.
- Change in the fast optimize algorithm. When a gap cannot be perfectly filled the program now takes the highest file on disk that will fit, instead of the largest file. This reduces the amount of data moved and optimization will finish quicker.
- Added a special exception for the "?:BootAuth?.sys" files used by DriveCrypt.
- Added a few extra lines to the status report.
- The logfile now shows which command line options were used.
- Added to the default list of spacehogs:
?:RECYCLED* (FAT on 2K/XP)
?:$RECYCLE.BIN* (Vista)
?:WINDOWSEhome*
?:WINDOWSFonts*
?:WINDOWSHelp*
?:WINDOWSIME*
?:WINDOWSSpeech*
?:WINDOWSSymbols*
*.chm
*.mp3
*.pdf
*.bup
*.ifo
*.vob
*.avi
*.log
For programmers:
- All instances of CHAR changed into WCHAR. This has widespread implications in many locations. I am hoping the change will fix the problem that some users have reported on weird filenames.
- Renamed "JkDefrag.cpp" into "JkDefragLib.cpp"
- Renamed "JkDefrag.h" into "JkDefragLib.h"
- Renamed "JkDefragWindows.cpp" into "JkDefrag.cpp"
- Added "ScanNtfs.cpp" and "ScanNtfs.h"
- Several changes in the DefragDataStruct.
- Several changes in the "Makefile" to facilitate debugging.



Download: JkDefrag 3.17
Download: JkDefrag 3.17 (Windows x64)

Firefox Campus Edition 2.0.0.6

Firefox Campus Edition combines the Firefox web browser with special extras that give you streamlined access to music, cool sites and useful research tools. It's a way to get the most out of the web that's been created just for students. And it's free!

What extras are included?

- FoxyTunes lets you control almost any media player and find lyrics, covers, videos, bios and much more with a click right from your browser.
- StumbleUpon lets you channel surf the Internet to find great websites, videos, photos and more based on your interests.
- Zotero helps you collect, manage, and cite your research sources. It lives right where you do your work - in the web browser itself.



Download : Firefox Campus Edition 2.0.0.6

Firefox 2.0.0.7 Release Candidate 1

Mozilla Firefox - faster, more secure, easier to use and sporting a new look, this latest Firefox release sets a new standard for web browser innovation. Mozilla Firefox project (formerly Firebird, which was formerly Phoenix) is a redesign of Mozilla's browser component, written using the XUL user interface language and designed to be cross-platform. It is small, fast and easy to use, and offers many advantages over other web browsers, such as the tabbed browsing and the ability to block pop-up windows.

Features in Firefox include:
- Easy migration: Switching to Firefox has never been easier now that Firefox imports data like Favorites, history, settings, cookies and passwords from Internet Explorer. Firefox can also import settings from Mozilla 1.x, Netscape and Opera.
- Smaller Download: Continuing efforts to make this the most efficient browser, the Windows version of Firefox is now only a 5.7 MB download, making downloading Firefox a breeze for dial-up and broadband users alike.
- New Default Theme: A new default theme provides a bright new look for Windows and Linux users.
- SmartUpdate: A new SmartUpdate feature notifies users of new versions of Firefox to ensure that the browser is always up to date.
- Help: A new online help system makes this one powerful, friendly browser.
- Extension/Theme Manager: New Extension and Theme Managers provide a convenient and secure way to manage and update the hundreds of add-ons that set Firefox apart from other browsers.
Mozilla Firefox also includes numerous bug fixes and incremental improvements, including faster page load speed.
- Popup Blocking: Stop annoying popup ads in their tracks with Firefox's built in popup blocker.
- Tabbed Browsing: View more than one web page in a single window with this time saving feature. Open links in the background so that they're ready for viewing when you're ready to read them.
- Smarter Search: Google Search is built right into the toolbar, and there are a plethora of other search tools including Keywords (type "dict " in the Location Bar), and FastFind (start typing the first few letters of some text in the page and Firefox takes you there).
- Privacy and Security: Built with your Security in mind, Firefox keeps your computer safe from malicious spyware by not loading harmful ActiveX controls. A comprehensive set of privacy tools keep your online activity your business.
- Hassle-Free Downloading: Files you download are automatically saved to your Desktop so they're easy to find. Fewer prompts mean files download quicker.
- Fits Like a Glove: Simple and intuitive, yet fully featured, Firefox has all the functions you're used to - Bookmarks, History, Full Screen, Text Zooming to make pages with small text easier to read, etc.
- S M L XL XXL XXXL: Firefox is the most customizable browser on the planet. Customize your toolbars to add additional buttons, install new Extensions that add new features, add new Themes to browse with style, and use the adaptive search system to allow you to search an infinite number of engines. Firefox is as big or small as you want.
- Setup's a Snap: At only 4.7MB (Windows), Firefox only takes minutes to download over a fast connection. The installer gets you set up quickly, and the new Easy Transition system imports all of your settings - Favorites, passwords and other data from Internet Explorer and other browsers - so you can start surfing right away.
- A Developer's Best Friend: Firefox comes with a standard set of developer tools including a powerful JavaScript and CSS error/warning console, and an optional Document Inspector that gives unheard of insight into how your pages work.
- Read Mail—Not Spam

What's New in Firefox 2:
* Visual Refresh: Firefox 2's theme and user interface have been updated to improve usability without altering the familiarity of the browsing experience.
* Built-in phishing protection: Phishing Protection warns users when they encounter suspected Web forgeries, and offers to return the user to their home page. Phishing Protection is turned on by default, and works by checking sites against either a local or online list of known phishing sites. This list is automatically downloaded and regularly updated when the Phishing Protection feature is enabled.
* Enhanced search capabilities: Search term suggestions will now appear as users type in the integrated search box when using the Google, Yahoo! or Answers.com search engines. A new search engine manager makes it easier to add, remove and re-order search engines, and users will be alerted when Firefox encounters a website that offers new search engines that the user may wish to install.
* Improved tabbed browsing: By default, Firefox will open links in new tabs instead of new windows, and each tab will now have a close tab button. Power users who open more tabs than can fit in a single window will see arrows on the left and right side of the tab strip that let them scroll back and forth between their tabs. The History menu will keep a list of recently closed tabs, and a shortcut lets users quickly re-open an accidentally closed tab.
* Resuming your browsing session: The Session Restore feature restores windows, tabs, text typed in forms, and in-progress downloads from the last user session. It will be activated automatically when installing an application update or extension, and users will be asked if they want to resume their previous session after a system crash.
* Previewing and subscribing to Web feeds: Users can decide how to handle Web feeds (like this one), either subscribing to them via a Web service or in a standalone RSS reader, or adding them as Live Bookmarks. My Yahoo!, Bloglines and Google Reader come pre-loaded as Web service options, but users can add any Web service that handles RSS feeds.
* Inline spell checking: A new built-in spell checker enables users to quickly check the spelling of text entered into Web forms (like this one) without having to use a separate application.
* Live Titles: When a website offers a microsummary (a regularly updated summary of the most important information on a Web page), users can create a bookmark with a "Live Title". Compact enough to fit in the space available to a bookmark label, they provide more useful information about pages than static page titles, and are regularly updated with the latest information. There are several websites that can be bookmarked with Live Titles, and even more add-ons to generate Live Titles for other popular websites.
* Improved Add-ons manager: The new Add-ons manager improves the user interface for managing extensions and themes, combining them both in a single tool.
* JavaScript 1.7: JavaScript 1.7 is a language update introducing several new features such as generators, iterators, array comprehensions, let expressions, and destructuring assignments. It also includes all the features of JavaScript 1.6.
* Extended search plugin format: The Firefox search engine format now supports search engine plugins written in Sherlock and OpenSearch formats and allows search engines to provide search term suggestions.
* Updates to the extension system: The extension system has been updated to provide enhanced security and to allow for easier localization of extensions.
* Client-side session and persistent storage: New support for storing structured data on the client side, to enable better handling of online transactions and improved performance when dealing with large amounts of data, such as documents and mailboxes. This is based on the WHATWG specification for client-side session and persistent storage.
* SVG text: Support for the svg:textpath specification enables SVG text to follow a curve or shape.
* New Windows installer: Based on Nullsoft Scriptable Install System, the new Windows installer resolves many long-standing issues.


Download : Firefox 2.0.0.7 RC1

Auslogics Disk Defrag 1.3.7.235

Disk fragmentation leads to system slowdowns, PC crashes, slow startup and shutdown and sometimes to system failures. Auslogics Disk Defrag® is designed for fast optimization of today's modern hard disks. Get the maximum performance out of your expensive hardware investments. And it's absolutely FREE. It works on Windows XP/2000/2003 and Vista.

- Improve computer performance and stability
- Increase your productivity - no more waiting for files to open
- Defragment disks in only a few minutes
- Useful disk fragmentation map and detailed fragmentation report
- Windows XP Home and Professional, 2000/2003 and Vista supported

Hard disks are by far the slowest component in your computer. CPU and memory work much faster than hard disks because they do not have moving parts. Therefore fragmented disks often become a bottleneck of the system performance.

Besides causing slowdowns, fragmentation makes the hard drive disk heads move frequently when reading files which leads to freeze-ups and system crashes. It is important to keep your disks defragmented and optimized as much as possible.

Changes in version 1.3.7.235:
- adds a new feature: ability to remove temporary files before defragmentation
- adds a new feature: ability to set the resource usage (low, normal, high)
- improves disk defragmentation speed
- improves GUI design and fixes Windows Visa fonts
- improves disk fragmentation map
- various bug fixes and optimizations


Download : Auslogics Disk Defrag 1.3.7.235