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NOTE: Some programs require Visual Basic runtime files which are not included with the author’s download. If you get an error message about a file not being found after you load a program – specially DLL or OCX files – then load the applicable VB runtime library. |
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X-Setup Pro v6.6.300 (formerly Xteq X-Setup) |  | |
Offering nearly 1,700 "painless" Windows’ Registry tweaks using both plug-ins and Wizards; for power users. Suitable for Win9x/ME/XP/2000/2003, certain tweaks suitable for some versions of Windows). This version is free for non-commercial use only.
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4.57MB |
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freeCommander | | |
A twin-pane file manager (like Norton Commander); features built-in archive support (ZIP/CAB/RAR), built-in file viewer (hex/binary/text/image formats), optional folder view, folder comparison/synchronization, file splitting, modify file dates, file filters, and more.
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1.59MB |
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FileAnt | | |
A tabbed, Explorer-style file manager with an optional third pane (like Norton Commander); features built-in file viewer (including inside ZIP archives), built-in MP3 player, FTP facilities, pie chart view of folder or drive, and more. Requires IE4 or later.
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1.90MB |
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ExplorerXP | | |
A small, fast file manager (replacement for Explorer); features tabbed interface, displays folder size, supports Explorer shell, multiple file rename, advanced copy & move, merge & split tools, configurable keyboard shortcuts, and more. Requires WinXP (see Review).
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411kB |
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PowerDesk v5.0.1.2 | | |
Windows Explorer replacement which offers single or dual pane file management windows, drivebar, a powerful file finder, zip and unzip capabilities, a dialog helper, and many other features. Nagware.
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1.58MB |
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Glary Utilities | | |
A suite of System tools & utilities to fix, speed up, maintain & protect a PC; cleans common System junk files plus invalid Registry entries & Internet traces, manages IE browser add-ons, manages installed shell extensions, and more. Requires Win98 or later.
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4.91MB |
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EasyCleaner | | |
Finds/removes outdated Registry entries, duplicate files, blank Start menu entries, unnecessary files, manage startup files, clears history & cookies, etc.
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2.64MB |
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Advanced WindowsCare | | |
A Windows optimizer that analyzes, repairs and cures system problems; features optional restoration to Windows defaults, fixes common system problems (LAN, IE, prefetch, AMD incompatibilities, system cache, etc), and more. Requires Windows XP or later.
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7.43MB |
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Microsoft PowerToys for Windows XP | | |
A set of 15 add-ons from Microsoft (Image Resizer, Open Command Window Here, Alt-Tab Replacement, Power Calculator, CD Slide Show Generator, Virtual Desktop Manager, Taskbar Magnifier, HTML Slide Show Wizard, Webcam Timershot, etc).
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total 15.7MB |
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Microsoft Virtual PC | | |
Runs multiple operating systems on the same physical computer, such as MS-DOS, Windows & OS/2; features setup Wizard for virtual OS, auto creates new partition for each OS, and more. Requires WinXP or later, 400MHz L2 cache CPU with CD/DVD drive.
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30.4MB |
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System Safe Gold v6.01 | | |
Three integrated applets: FileScan repairs/replaces damaged files, System File Lab protects hundreds of secondary files (INI, OCX, DLLs, etc), & Install Guard protects when new software is installed.
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1.66MB |
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MPower v1.2 | | |
Frees system memory automatically; features memory usage display, CPU usage display, CPU speed display, hard disk speed benchmark, system reboot/shutdown, Control Panel launcher, and more.
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770kB |
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RAM Def Xtreme | | |
Monitors and defragments RAM (physical system memory); features custom refresh rate, variable warning level, optional automatic cleanup when the warning level is reached, optional conservative swapfile usage, desktray-icon controls, and more.
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94kB |
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Defraggler | | |
A file and/or disk defragmentation tool; features defrags individual files, defrags entire drives, analyzes fragmented files/drives, checks a drive for errors, drive map, progress indicator, update checking, and more. Requires Windows XP or later.
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539kB |
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Easy Explorer v2.0 | | |
A Windows Explorer replacement with many enhancements; features display of up to 4 folder windows (Explorer has 1), uses existing Explorer shell, change colors/fonts/etc, built in Task Bar, quick access to DOS command line, select files using filters, and more.
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902kB |
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Universal Explorer v2.2 | | |
A powerful Windows Explorer replacement but with the same look ’n feel; features include an archive manager (supports CAB, LHA, TAR, ZIP, etc plus SFX), view & edit almost any file, split file, disk copy, directory print, screen capture, and more. Advertiser supported.
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1.67MB |
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Auslogics Disk Defrag | | |
A fast optimizer for modern hard disks that gives maximum performance by optimizing defragmented files; features extremely fast file defragmentation, full optimization report, disk fragmentation map, simple to use, and more. Requires WinXP or later.
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1.53MB |
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nLite | | |
A tool for unattended installation, re-installation, or modification of Windows (remove components, integrate drivers, tweak, patch, etc); can create an install ISO, integrates service packs, and more. Requires Windows XP or later & .NET Framework 2.0.
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2.05MB |
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Emsa FlexInfo Pro | | |
A comprehensive system information and diagnostics utility that shows system info data, advanced info, benchmark (CPU & memory speed tests), network info (IP & host lookup, Ping), and realtime stats. Requires VB6 runtime files & free activation code.
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625kB |
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Eusing Free Registry Cleaner | | |
A tool that can safely clean and repair Registry problems; features automatic backup of the repaired Registry entries, checks/repairs 18 separate items (software locations, shortcuts, invalid ActiveX, shared DLLs, startup programs, etc), and more. Nagware.
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891kB |
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Process Explorer | | |
A process management utility that picks up where Task Manager leaves off; features a list of the currently active processes (including the names of their owning accounts), display of DLLs & memory-mapped files, a powerful search capability, and more.
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1.53MB |
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Wintercooler v4.6 | | |
Improves system performance by freeing RAM (Random Access Memory), optimizing your Internet connection (suitable for modem, ISDN, xDSL & T1+) plus offering a very detailed overview of your hardware & operating system. To use with WinXP requires Win 95 compatibility to be set.
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1.50MB |
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IEradicator v3.1 | | |
Completely remove Internet Explorer (versions 3 to 5.5) from Win95 & Win98 systems and make Windows more stable; retains the MS HTML engine (shdocvw.dll and mshtml.dll).
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18kB |
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TweakAll | | |
Take back control of Windows with this Registry tweaking tool, like Tweak UI on steroids. Suitable for Win9x/ME/XP/2000.
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4.10MB |
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AB Commander LITE v3.3 | | |
Norton Commander-style twin pane file manager (Explorer replacement); features extensive toolbar, command prompt, folder navigation tools, closely integrated with the Windows user interface, fully supports shell extensions, highly customizable, and more.
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576kB |
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PC Power Optimizer Lite | | |
A system tweaking tool to optimize & beautify Windows; features 7 categories (Windows, File & Folders, Input & Output, Boot Options, Privacy & Security, Network & Internet, and Miscellaneous), 40+ sub-categories, and more. Nagware, requires Windows XP or later.
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1.99MB |
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Registrar Lite | | |
An enhanced Registry editor with an Explorer-style interface which supports the Clipboard and allows the user to drag ’n drop Registry keys & values; features background search & replace, a bookmark editor, advanced Registry value data editors, and more.
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1.98MB |
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RegCleaner v4.3 | | |
Removes old and obsolete Registry entries which were created by software now removed from your computer; features automatic backup of removed entries, Registry optimization, control over startup programs, and control over the uninstall menu. For advanced users.
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541kB |
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CCleaner | | |
A system optimizer/cleaner that removes unused & temporary files from the computer, allowing Windows to run faster and more efficiently; features control over program uninstall entries, control over startup entries, and more. Requires Windows XP or later.
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2.77MB |
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Free Window Registry Repair | | |
An easy-to-use, one-button Registry cleaning tool that checks 15 different sections of the Registry for errors, and then prompts to delete them; features a custom scan, auto backup with option to restore, simple interface, and more. Requires Win98 or later.
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767kB |
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Mz Ultimate Tweaker | | |
Tweaks to tune Windows so that it runs faster and is more stable; features over 110 tweaks in 19 sub-categories & 9 main sections, help available for most tweaks, and more. Requires Windows XP or later plus .NET Framework 2.0 – for advanced users.
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713kB |
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Unlocker | | |
An Explorer extension that allows the removal of error messages such as "error deleting file or folder", "cannot delete folder: it is used by another person or program", "sharing violation", and similar messages. Requires WinXP or later. For advanced users only!
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238kB |
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More Properties v2.03 | | |
Control the Win9x desktop; much better than Microsoft’s TweakUI! Requires VB4 runtime files, suitable only for Windows 95 & 98.
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352kB |
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AnVir Task Manager | | |
A utility program that gives users more control of their computer; features advanced startup manager, startup guard, process manager, optionally hide Microsoft services, access to System tools, extensive options, and more. Requires Win98 or later plus IE6.
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598kB |
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Official Windows 95 Updates | | |
A selection of 9 official updates for the Windows 95 platform (now no longer supported by Microsoft); updates are Msdun13.exe, SPEU.exe, W95dscrpt.exe, w95euro.exe, w95krnlupd.exe, W95ws2setup.exe, W95wsockupd.exe, w95y2k.exe & y2kvdhcp.exe.
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9.44MB |
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xplorer˛ Lite | | |
A dual pane (Norton Commander style) Windows Explorer replacement with a stand-alone Notepad-style text editor; features built-in viewer (images & binary), mass rename Wizard, file shredder, and lots more. Free for private & academic use only.
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758kB |
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A43 | | |
A dual-pane file manager and Windows Explorer replacement; features built-in text editor (no filesize limit), built-in support for archiving (create & open ZIP & RAR archives), integrated file search, fast access to favorite programs, and more. Requires WinXP or later.
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872kB |
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Dexpot | | |
Creates up to 20 virtual desktops (default is 4) where each can have individual wallpaper, resolution & icons; features hotkey switching, 5 built-in tools, highly customizable, minimizes to a tray icon, optionally loads with Windows, and more. Free for non-commercial use.
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1.89MB |
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Microsoft Win95 Power Toys Set | | |
15 terrific Windows 95 OS2 freebie-extras from Mrs Gates’ little boy. Requires Microsoft Windows 95 OSR2 (not suitable for Windows 95 OS1 or Windows98 and later).
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205kB |
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Magellan Explorer v2.41 | | |
Deluxe file manager emulates Windows Explorer, Norton Commander, etc and which includes FTP facilities, archive manager (ZIP, ARJ, LHA, CAB, etc), fast file viewer and much more. Advertiser supported.
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3.00MB |
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Turbo Navigator v1.46 | | |
Powerful Norton Commander-style file manager; features file copy speed display, advanced filtering capability, built in favorites, file viewer, strong (256-bit) file encryption, wipe file ability, and more.
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870kB |
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