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News about Freeware / shareware

• 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.

• Looking for Free Software? A new directory can help

  The Free Software Foundation's newly revamped resource lists thousands of verified free and open source software packages

• Email This! Firefox Add-on

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

• Use Linux-like virtual deskops with VirtuaWin

  Extend your windows desktop onto virtual screens with handy, but sometimes confusing, utility VirtuaWin.

• FUNCTIONALITY: 9 handy utilities for optimising your desktop and display

  Make every pixel count with these tools for moving, resizing, and controlling windows. None are expensive, and many are free.

• WebFilter Chrome extension

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

Features about Freeware / shareware

• 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

• The best Windows 7 downloads

  With these free and low-cost downloads, you can customize and tweak Windows 7 just about any way you wish.