Below are some of the most useful programs we have found you can download for free on the web.

Adware / Spyware

• Adaware - created by Lavasoft to help remove scumware advertising programs and code that has been installed secretly by programs.
• Spamnet - runs invisibly in the background and helps block unwanted email messages.
• Spybot - This program can detect and remove adware files and modules.

Browsers

• Opera - opera is an alternative web browser that is free to download and runs very fast.

File compression

• WinRAR - This program allows you to manage RAR and ZIP archives.
• Winzip - one of the most popular zip file archive programs that is essential if you download programs off the Internet.

Firewalls

• ZoneAlarm - Free firewall designed to protect your DSL- or cable-connected PC from hackers.

Forums

• phpBB - free forum package.

Form fillers

• RoboForm - This a program similar to Gator but without the use of "scumware" or "adware". Very useful form filler.

Media players

• Quicktime - Play MPEG-4 movies with AAC sound with Apple's premier media player.
• Winamp - Play and organize a variety of audio and video files with this popular player.
• Windows Media Player - Download, organize and play digital media.