We're not going to argue that Flash Player is exciting, but it is very important to ensure that you get the most from the internet. AAlternative Flash Player Auto-Updater does just what you would expect - it automatically updates your version of Flash Player, meaning that you don't have to lift a finger to stay up to date.

AAlternative Flash Player Auto-Updater is a very simple program to look at. The main interface shows a list of your browsers (32 and 64 bit), your version of Flash Player and the current version available. Whether or not you are up to date is colored-coded - red for out of date, yellow for beta versions, and green for all good. This check is performed every two hours by default, but you can do a check on the spot by clicking the relevant button.

For such a streamlined app. AAlternative Flash Player Auto-Updater has plenty of options. You can take your pick of two configuration screens where you'll be able to change things like the account AAlternative Flash Player Auto-Updater uses for installation, options for a proxy, the ability to change the frequency of auto-check, and more.

AAlternative Flash Player Auto-Updater is a handy app to have installed and on hand.

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The program saves you a lot of time in filling out forms, generating information and performing maintenance tasks, and it's also good for creating presentations and video tutorials (although you can't export to different movie formats). However, the best thing about the app is its scripts, which allow you to program certain commands, such as launching programs or web pages, or even shutting down your PC without you having to record the action yourself.

When it comes to accessing the web, the app is a little cumbersome, but for general computing tasks JitBit Macro Recorder can be a real godsend.

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RunAsDate is a small utility that allows you to run a program in the date and time that you specify. RunAsDate allows you to run multiple applications simultaneously but you can execute them at different times depending on what you need them carrying out. So for example, you could execute a disk cleaning tool to run at one time and a P2P to run at another.

The good thing is that RunAsDate can be executed without installation so it can run off a USB stick if necessary. In the main window of RunAsDate, you can select the desired date and time and the application that you want to run. Alternatively, you can use command-line parameters to run the program by selecting the "Run" button to start the application with the specified date/time.

RunAsDate is a useful task scheduler that's not the best looking or most comprehensive around but at least makes things simple.

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With MacroMaker you can create all sorts of macros, from the simplest to the most complex ones, and record keystroke and mouse movements as well. All these recordings can then be executed at any time by means of a user-defined keyboard shortcut (a special combination of keys that triggers a given action) or a keyword.

MacroMaker seems a bit complicated to use at first sight, especially for those who are not familiar with macros. Luckily the program has an extensive documentation that teaches you the basics, so you can start creating your macros in no time.

MacroMaker features many different options and possibilities to create, record and schedule macros. The only drawback I found is that it forces you to use a virtual on-screen keyboard instead of your actual keyboard – which would have been far more comfortable.

With MacroMaker you can easily automate all sorts of repetitive tasks, no matter how complex they are.

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