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Useful Software
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Collection of useful software to keep your pc healthy or assist in making it run smoother
To add to this list please pm me with a link and why you think the software should be listed.
Note:
Some of these installers may ask you to install a free browser or software. Just uncheck the box. Just install the basic software unless you want the extra stuff.
• Display Driver Uninstaller (Free)
Display Driver Uninstaller is a driver removal utility that can help you completely uninstall AMD/NVIDIA graphics card drivers and packages from your system, without leaving leftovers behind (including registry keys, folders and files, driver store).
Download: Click Here
• Malwarebytes Anti-malware (Free)
Crush malware attacks automatically and instantly.
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• Ccleaner PC Optimization (Free)
Crush malware attacks automatically and instantly.
Download: Click Here
• 7-Zip is File archiver with a high compression ratio. (Free)
Similar to winzip, Winrar, Unrar, etc
Download: Click Here
• Avast Anti-Virus (Free)
Anti-Virus software. Has great features like a "game mode" which minimises the impact of the virus checker on the game. Also you can disable the software for any amount of time you choose.
Download: Click Here
• VLC media player (Free)
VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols.
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• WinDirStat (Free)
WinDirStat is a free, open-source disk usage analyzer and cleanup software for Microsoft Windows.
Download: Click Here
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Display Driver Uninstaller
Download Display Driver Uninstaller DDU - Display Driver Uninstaller is a driver removal utility that can help you completely uninstall AMD/NVIDIA graphics card drivers and packages from your system, without leaving leftovers behind (including registry keys, folders and files, driver store).
The AMD/NVIDIA video drivers can normally be uninstalled from the Windows Control panel, this driver uninstaller program was designed to be used in cases where the standard driver uninstall fails, or anyway when you need to thoroughly delete NVIDIA and ATI video card drivers. This software is backed by Guru3D.com The current effect after you use this driver removal tool will be similar as if its the first time you install a new driver just like a fresh, clean install of Windows. As with any tool of this kind, we recommend creating a new system restore point before using it, so that you can revert your system at any time if you run into problems.
If you have problem installing older driver or newer one, give it a try as there are some reports that it fix thoses problems. DDU is an application that is programmed by Ghislain Harvey aka Wagnard in our forums, Guru3D.com is the official download partner for this handy application.
Download: Click Here
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Malwarebytes Anti-malware
Crush malware attacks automatically and instantly.
Cleans infections
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware's industry-leading anti-malware and anti-spyware scanner detects and removes malware like worms, Trojans, rogues, spyware, bots, and more. Anti-rootkit technology drills down and removes deeply embedded rootkits, one of the most dangerous forms of malware.
If you've got malware on your computer, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware will destroy it. Restoring your computer to its former glory.
Download: Click Here
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Ccleaner PC Optimization
Award-winning PC Optimization
Trusted by millions and critically acclaimed, there’s a reason why CCleaner is the world’s favorite PC optimization tool! Easy to use, one click cleaning so beginners can optimize their computers in seconds. Plus, it's packed with advanced features for power users.
Faster Computer
Is your computer running slow? As it gets older it collects unused files and settings which take up hard drive space making it slower and slower. CCleaner cleans up these files and makes it faster instantly.
Safer Browsing
Advertisers and websites track your behavior online with cookies that stay on your computer. CCleaner erases your browser search history and cookies so any internet browsing you do stays confidential and your identity remains anonymous.
Fewer Errors & Crashes
Over time your registry can become cluttered with errors and broken settings which lead to crashes. CCleaner’s patented registry cleaner clears out this clutter to make your PC more stable.
Quicker Startup
Many programs run silently in the background when you start up your computer. CCleaner helps you get to work, or play faster by letting you disable unneeded programs.
Download: Click Here
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7-Zip
File archiver with a high compression ratio. [/b][/color] (Free)
Similar to winzip, Winrar, Unrar, etc
The main features of 7-Zip
• High compression ratio in 7z format with LZMA and LZMA2 compression
• Supported formats:
o Packing / unpacking: 7z, XZ, BZIP2, GZIP, TAR, ZIP and WIM
o Unpacking only: AR, ARJ, CAB, CHM, CPIO, CramFS, DMG, EXT, FAT, GPT, HFS, IHEX, ISO, LZH, LZMA, MBR, MSI, NSIS, NTFS, QCOW2, RAR, RPM, SquashFS, UDF, UEFI, VDI, VHD, VMDK, WIM, XAR and Z.
• For ZIP and GZIP formats, 7-Zip provides a compression ratio that is 2-10 % better than the ratio provided by PKZip and WinZip
• Strong AES-256 encryption in 7z and ZIP formats
• Self-extracting capability for 7z format
• Integration with Windows Shell
• Powerful File Manager
• Powerful command line version
• Plugin for FAR Manager
• Localizations for 87 languages
7-Zip works in Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP / 2012 / 2008 / 2003 / 2000 / NT. There is a port of the command line version to Linux/Unix.
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