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News about downloads

• Get Clicking: Free Downloads That Are Worth a Donation

  In the second part of our donationware series, we introduce a few hidden gems that you can download and use for free.

• Apple iOS app helps locate nearest haunted house

  Haunted House -- a location-based app that uses HauntedHouse.com’s directory to find haunts near you -- is well worth the $2.99 download.

• Email This! Firefox Add-on

  Use Firefox add-on Email This! to send Web links via email when you're viewing a Web page.

• Best free utilities and security apps

  Here are nine great no-cost programs designed to make your PC run more efficiently and safely.

• WebFilter Chrome extension

  Block objectionable Websites with this free Chrome extension -- but make sure you agree with its definitions of "objectionable"

• TrackMeNot add-on keeps search engine profilers confused

  Protect yourself against data profiling with free Firefox add-on TrackMeNot

Features about downloads

• Microsoft Word alternatives: Wordsmiths, rejoice!

  Microsoft Word is the 800-pound gorilla of word processors--but sometimes you need less, more, or just different.

• ConTEXT text editor a boon for programmers

  Potent free tool ConTEXT is a programmer's editor with good template and highlighting features.

• Acronis Drive Monitor Is S.M.A.R.T. about hard drives

  Monitor your hard disk's health with this freebie from backup vendor Acronis