Some Programs for Windows
These are the programs that I install on my computer. Some of them are not used very often, but I consider them to be essential to setup my computer the way I want it. This list changes from time to time as I find new and better program options for my needs.
Tweakui by Microsoft - This little unsupported program lets me tweak Windows. I hate those little shortcut arrows on Desk Top icons and Tweakui will remove them. There are several other tweaks than can be done with this little program. Once it is installed it resides in the Control Panel. Tweakui is part of the Power Toys (for Windows XP) There is no Tweakui for Vista!
Power Toys for Windows XP Tweakui is included in the Power Toys.
Control Panel Icon for Tweakui for XP Other good stuff here too!
Tweakui version 1.33 For Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 98 or Windows 95.
On my Windows XP and Vista computers I am currently using Microsoft Security Essentials. I am also using several free spyware removers. On my main computer with Windows 7, I am using ESET Smart Security.
Paint Shop Pro X2 - This is my graphics program. I don't use it as much as I would like due to not enough time. It is a very powerful program. I use it to scan, edit photos and graphics. I also have PSP 8.
One program I have is Tech Smith's Snagit. I love this program!
Microsoft Office 2007 - I can't do without Office. I use Outlook the most, Word a lot, Excel some and occasionally Publisher. I am also using Microsoft's new web editor, Expression Web Designer. An Alternative to MS Office is Open Office. It is free and if you don't need Outlook, it is more than likely to do all you need.
Microsoft Money - I could never balance my checkbook until I got Money, this is a lifesaver!
I have a lot of other programs on my computer besides these, but what I have listed are the ones that I consider essential. Some of the other programs are listed on my Utilities pages.