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Test how quickly your computer starts with Boot Racer

A benchmark utility that measures a meaningful test of your computer

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Get a detailed diagnostic report on your computer with HijackThis

This free tool will report on Windows Registry and file settings on your PC

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Add virtual desktops to Windows with Finestra Virtual Desktops

Organise programs over many desktops and switch between them with a keyboard shortcut

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Monitor your computer and internet feeds with Rainmeter

Get updates directly to your desktop with this Desktop utility

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Get calendar updates on the desktop with Windows Live Calendar Gadget

This Windows Desktop Gadget makes it easy to see all your online diaries

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Remove unwanted files with CCleaner 3.16

Major update to the popular system cleansing and optimisation tool

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Adjust your PCs volume at specific times with Volume Concierge

This utility will automatically change the volume setting in Windows to prevent nasty shocks

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Bypass the Start Menu with Executor

This fast alternative to the Start Menu can be used for opening documents and folders, and even searching the web

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Organise windows over multiple desktops with VirtuaWin

A better way of managing lots of programs at the same time

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Compress files with 7-zip

Extract files from and create your own compressed folders

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Remove unwanted software with Revo Uninstaller 1.9

This utility can force the deletion of unwanted software, recovering disk space and sometimes improving performance

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Internet Explorer 9 brings a variety of useful improvements

A slicker interface, improved performance and better use of tabs make this a worthwhile upgrade

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Get or offer help with a computer using Teamviewer

This clever program lets you take control of another computer over the internet and can run as a portable app

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  • 10/03/2011

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