Freeware Promises fast downloads, and on the whole it delivers. It is different to many download managers in that it is integrated into the browser toolbar.
FlashGet's main adavantage is its ability to split a download into up to 10 separate packets; each one downloads a portion of the file only, making more effective use of the available bandwidth.
Requires: Windows
98SE, 2000, Me or XP
FreeProxy 3.92.1632
Freeware Proxy server that will channel requests for internet pages via a single computer and enables many computers to share an internet connection. If you have dial-up internet access, you can use the Demand Dial or Auto-Dial feature to dial up the internet either when it detects you want to access the internet.
Requires: Windows
2000 or XP
Fresh UI 7.84
Freeware Simple application designed to get the most from Windows. The majority of the hidden options are included, along with many of the 'hard to find' options, such as the facility to turn off internal disc burning within Windows, or the autoplay option so CDs do not autoplay when you insert them in your computer.
Requires: Windows
98SE, 2000, Me or XP
FlashGot 0.5.99
Freeware Mozilla Firefox extension, meant to handle single and massive ("all" and "selection") downloads with several external Download Managers.
With right-mouse button integration, you can quickly right-click on links within Firefox and add the download to your manager. Downloads can apply to media files on the web, so you can download music and similar files to your desktop.
Requires: Windows
2000, XP
Fresh Diagnose 7.6
Freeware Find out exactly what your PC is doing with this diagnosis tool.
It will analyse the PC and the tasks that are currently running, and will benchmark, or speed-test, the computer's performance in several categories.
Much of the information may be of use if you need to call technical support.
Requires: Windows
98SE, 2000, Me or XP
Gizmo Project 3.1.1.286
Freeware Uses your internet connection (broadband or dial-up) to make calls to other computers. With the click of a mouse, you're connected to friends, family and colleagues anywhere on earth. It's just that simple. For as long as you want and for free.
Any call to another Gizmo Project user is free.