While running Windows XP it is easy to think that we are missing out on a lot of cool, free open-source software and applications. After all, not all open-source applications are available for a Windows PC.
Microsoft however has provided us with over 150 free Windows & Office Programs for free download. Here are a few of my favorites:
- Tweak UI gives access
to system settings not exposed in the default user interface,
including mouse settings, Explorer settings, taskbar settings, and more. - ISO Recorder Power Toy makes images of CDs & DVDs to create ISO images.
- MSN Search Toolbar with Windows Desktop Search, tabbed browsing, pop-up blocker and automatic form fill.
- Image Resizer resizes one or many image files with a right-click. (Great for quickly resizing images for e-mail or web)
- Media Encoder provides
support for high-quality multichannel sound, high-definition video
quality, new support for mixed-mode voice and music content, and more. - Movie Maker create, edit, and share home movies easily with drag-and-drops. (My wife uses this for making simple videos)
- Producer 2003 for
users of PowerPoint 2002 & 2003, includes improved audio and video
quality, better synchronization, and presentation-sharing tools.
You can check out the entire list at Ultimate List of Free Windows Software from Microsoft.