Utilities & Tools (10000 programs)

Pros: Adds lots of new file property options. Assign drive letters to folders and devices.

Cons: Not completely foolproof.

Pros: Many configuration possibilities. Very easy to use.

Cons: Scheduling clock is confusing. Advanced features are too hidden.

Pros: Makes great use of keyboard shortcuts. Built-in FTP client. Leaves a small memory footprint. Bulk file renamer.

Cons: Takes a while to get to grips with.

Pros: Optimises memory in a single click.

Cons: Advanced options are thin on the ground.

Pros: Runs several different tests. Free.

Cons: No detailed information about tests. Not available on other platforms such as Mac.

Pros: Allows you to leave your PC running in peace. Restarts programs if they stop. Notifies you by e-mail.

Cons: Does not support all programs.

Pros: Many tools under one single app. Functionality can be customized.

Cons: Difficult to configure: addressed to advanced users. You can't drag and drop new shortcuts.

Pros: Closes all windows in a stroke. Doesn't require installation.

Cons: Does nothing that Windows task manager can't do.

Pros: Allows you to manage multiple colour profiles. Useful for photographers.

Cons: Does not incloude Microsoft support.

Pros: Performs very quick file splitting. Can apply password-protection. Easy to access.

Cons: Couldn't prove that it was indeed the fastest.

Pros: A great selection of applications. Customizable categories. You can add new programs.

Cons: Application menu could be made simpler.

Pros: The easiest way to permanently delete files. Straight to the point: no bells and whistles.

Cons: No configuration options. No undo feature: be sure before deleting anything!.

Pros: Can help recover hard drives or programs after virus damage. Easy to use and quick to analyse.

Cons: Can conflict with anti virus software. Can make damaging changes to your registry.

Pros: Much easier than configuring Apache, PHP, or MySQL. Wizard takes you through setup process very quickly. Easy to administrate.

Cons: Cannot perform all admin tasks common to major databases. Instructions in badly translated English.

Pros: Allows you to access your PC's shutdown, restart and hibernate functions easily. Prevents the need to always go via your Start menu. Discreet and easy to use.

Cons: Very basic interface. Sometimes cannot shutdown system if you have several applications running.

Pros: Calendar. Set custom window sizes. Character map.

Cons: Rehash of functions available in control panel. Confusing Color Picker.

Pros: Categorizes Start Menu automatically. Customizable templates.

Cons: Template editor is difficult to use. No drag and drop. Poorly documented.