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Utilities & Tools (1600 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Great for reading and editing PDFs. Liike Preview but with more features. Highlight text, navigate with TOCs and more. Integration with LaTeX, PDFSync etc.
    CONS: Not as advanced as Adobe Acrobat X. Some basic features not as intutive as they should be.
  2. PROS: The sliders can be customized as needed. 24-hour telephone support is offered. Hot keys are supported. Will remain fully functional in the background.
    CONS: Does not work with 32-bit systems. Not compatible with f.lux software. Older systems may encounter problems. Does not include a timer.
  3. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Plug-and-play operation. Wide hardware support. Seamless integration with apps and services.
    CONS: Some unsupported models and devices.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple user interface. Unlimited file transfer. User groups. Integral media player.
    CONS: User groups limited.
  5. PROS: Extends iCloud's backup functionality. Easy to use. Recovers many different file types.
    CONS: Requires iCloud for most features.
  6. PROS: Gives you insight into the speed of your network. Helps with error/problem diagnostics. UI can be customised. Provides multiple measurement units.
    CONS: Limited features. More a gimmick than a tool, but great fun. Results can be inaccurate at times. Reports are not very detailed.
  7. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Extremely easy to use. Good customer support.
    CONS: Handling large files could get complicated. Creating ISO files from CD could pose issues.
  8. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Analyzes hundreds of protocols. Works across platforms. Packets can be viewed in an easy to use GUI.
    CONS: Not suitable for amateur network analysis. Requires protocol analysis knowledge.
  9. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Closer integration with iOS for iPad and iPhone. Launchpad enables faster access of applications. New multitouch features. View apps in full screen mode. Autosaves and auto-resumes apps. Updates to Mail and Safari.
    CONS: Ideally requires a Trackpad or MacBook Pro for gestures. No more Front Row. No more Rosetta. No support for PPC anymore. Launchpad not much more useful than Dock. Replaced by OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Keeps auto fan speed control intact. Set speed and thresholds.
    CONS: Can be difficult to calibrate.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Drag and drop functionality. View files with details. Open archive files. Play media files.
    CONS: May not work with older file formats. Limited functionality. May not access all encrypted archive files. File navigation can be done manually.
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple interface. Data is updated in real time. Uses virtually no resources. Ideal for both novices and power users.
    CONS: No distinction is made between local and external data. Can only monitor one device at a time. No advanced features. Very few user-configurable options.
  13. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  14. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Allows you to use Java on your Mac.
    CONS: Requires closing of browser to install. Java sometimes vulnerable to security exploits.
  15. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  17. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Allows multiple devices. More stable configuration tool. Saves your preferences to the cloud. Clean user interface.
    CONS: Sometimes fail to detect peripherals. Occasional errors during login. May cause your system to freeze.

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