Download Junkietag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008-03-05://102008-10-10T14:02:52ZLove downloads? Free software, games, utilities and free downloads. Download Junkie is a downloads blog with a difference. Only the best free downloads are featured, from music to browser companions and tips.Movable Type 4.1-enGet the grab you need with Screenshot Captortag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160722008-10-10T13:59:28Z2008-10-10T14:02:52ZA good screen grabbing tool has a numerous practical implementations, at home or in the workplace. Maybe you work in an office as a designer or you simply need to print an on-screen image, and using a screen grabbing tool...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comA good screen grabbing tool has a numerous practical implementations, at home or in the workplace. Maybe you work in an office as a designer or you simply need to print an on-screen image, and using a screen grabbing tool will save you time. The more able tools enable you to grab images of anything thats visable on-screen, including web pages, flash animation and even open applications. Screenshot Captor 2.43.01 is a comprehensive tool that enables you to take grabs of moving animation and many other items some tools are unable to. You can remove the cursor from your grabs, and chose a desired resolution for your image and many other features that will enable you to obtain the grab you need.
Screenshot Captor 2.43.01 link.]]>
Optimise system performance quickly and easily with PowerUptag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160652008-10-10T10:07:48Z2008-10-10T10:13:33ZAlthough certain aspects of Windows are relatively easy to tweak, using an optimisation tool may change settings so your systems performance is more suited to your needs. There are small utilities that will assist but there are also more able...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comAlthough certain aspects of Windows are relatively easy to tweak, using an optimisation tool may change settings so your systems performance is more suited to your needs. There are small utilities that will assist but there are also more able tools that enable you to optimise many areas of your computers performance, from your operating system to memory and even Internet options. These tools help to get the most from your system, depending on your own needs, whether you want to browse the Internet or game online.
Ashampoo PowerUp 3.22 is a tweaking and optimization tool that ships with a selection of pre-configured 'profiles' designed to increase specific aspects of your machines performance. This also enables you to quickly tune your computer, depending on your needs, quickly and easily.
Ashampoo PowerUp 3.22 link]]>
Quickly find your current location and local amenities using Geodetag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160552008-10-09T13:29:58Z2008-10-09T13:33:21Z Portability is one area of computing that's seen a great deal of interest in recent years. Many of us now have laptops or portable devices with web access, and the number of applications based on portable hardware is on...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comPortability is one area of computing that's seen a great deal of interest in recent years. Many of us now have laptops or portable devices with web access, and the number of applications based on portable hardware is on the up. Obviously the needs of users that travel or work on-the-move are very different to a more static work environment, and require software solutions that enable them to work efficiently, no matter where they are. Geode 1.5 is an experimental add-on for Firefox 3 that incorporates location awareness with your browser great accuracy. For example you may be visiting a new city, almost anywhere in the world and have no idea where anything is. By using your favourite reviews website Geode will enable you to find places such as restaurants, within a set area of your location.
Geode 1.5 link. ]]>
Avoid system problems by maintaining a healthy hard drivetag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160452008-10-09T09:16:06Z2008-10-09T09:20:09ZKeeping your PC completely clutter free is almost an impossibility, but it's important to maintain a certain level of organisation. Not only are drives bigger than they ever have been, both internal and external, but file transfer via portable drives...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comKeeping your PC completely clutter free is almost an impossibility, but it's important to maintain a certain level of organisation. Not only are drives bigger than they ever have been, both internal and external, but file transfer via portable drives are all contributing factors regarding drive disorganisation. A cluttered drive could cause system problems including a slow start-up, but your hard drive does not have to be loaded with folders and files either, if the files are spread over large areas of your drive, which can cause problems too. UltraDefrag 1.4 Is an effective opensource defragmentation tool enabling you to easily maintain a healthy drive. This may help prevent crashes, system slowdown and in severe cases, system failure. It has a very basic user-interface but it does ship with all necessary features for effective defragmentation.
UltraDefrag 1.4 link. ]]>
Monitor bandwidth activity with NetWorxtag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160382008-10-08T15:16:25Z2008-10-08T15:45:26ZMany ISP's provide high speed broadband connections, we tend to sign up based on published figures and pay our bills when due. The thing is how many of us actually know whether or not we exceed bandwidth limits specified by...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comMany ISP's provide high speed broadband connections, we tend to sign up based on published figures and pay our bills when due. The thing is how many of us actually know whether or not we exceed bandwidth limits specified by our ISPs? We could be paying more than we need to in charges for services we may not have used. The only way to really know what we use and when is by using a monitoring tool, or set limits on incoming traffic.
NetWorx 4.1 is a free monitoring tool that enables you to evaluate bandwidth usage and monitor network activity. As well as many useful monitoring features, one is feature is the facility to set bandwidth usage limits over set periods of time; this prevents you from incurring charges from your ISP.
NetWorx 4.1 link. ]]>
It's here! Acronis True Image 2009 is finally releasedtag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160372008-10-08T14:23:55Z2008-10-08T15:27:47ZFor some reason, Acronis True Image is immensely popular. Only recently, I was reminiscing with the guys at Acronis that, back in 2002 they were a very small 4 man company based out of the States. Now they produce some...chriswileshttp://www.vnunet.comFor some reason, Acronis True Image is immensely popular. Only recently, I was reminiscing with the guys at Acronis that, back in 2002 they were a very small 4 man company based out of the States. Now they produce some of the more popular drive backup and system restore applications, for both home and corporate use.
Acronis True Image 2009 is now available and this tool will enable you to both backup and restore your drive and partitions. The latest version ships with a brand new user-interface, based on a Vista-style design, support for compressed ZIP backup files and one-click suport, so you can setup your backup, then click a button to backup your files.
Acronis True Image 2009 link. ]]>
Safely create and archive important informationtag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160342008-10-08T13:50:33Z2008-10-08T14:01:14ZAs disorganised as it may be, many of us are guilty of jotting down an important telephone number or email address on a scrap of paper, which we then can't find. Unless you are always prepared, or store the details...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comAs disorganised as it may be, many of us are guilty of jotting down an important telephone number or email address on a scrap of paper, which we then can't find. Unless you are always prepared, or store the details straight after the call that scrap of paper may end up in the bin. Virtual sticky note applications are designed specifically for such scenarios, they can be accessed extremely quickly and you won't run the risk of the details getting thrown out with the rubbish.
IQ Notes 3.70 is a virtual sticky note application that enables you to safely tore and organise important telephone numbers and other important information. You can also synchronise your notes between multiple machines as well as add notes to applications and even web pages.
IQ Notes 3.70 link. ]]>
Create a shared workspace with PeerAwaretag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1160292008-10-08T11:14:27Z2008-10-08T11:40:24ZOnline file sharing is a good way of making documents readily available wherever you are; it also ensures that the latest versions of files may be accessed. By using a shared workspace you can easily work with colleagues by quickly...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comOnline file sharing is a good way of making documents readily available wherever you are; it also ensures that the latest versions of files may be accessed. By using a shared workspace you can easily work with colleagues by quickly swapping documents, notes and other useful information whilst communicating and exploring other ideas. You can chat as a group, much like a conference call, or on a one-on-one. This could be an ideal solution for working together with minimal fuss for you and your colleagues.
PeerAware 1.02 enables you to communicate and transfer documents with your peers, quickly and easily. You can create a 'shared workspace' for connecting with colleagues and swapping information, as well as create a 'knowledge network' to chat and share ideas on a virtual whiteboard.
PeerAware 1.02 link. ]]>
Automate labourious tasks with RoboTasktag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159742008-10-03T09:52:43Z2008-10-03T10:09:44ZThose of us who use computers for work on a daily basis; we tend to stick to a routine. Some of the daily computer based tasks we perform can be incredibly uninteresting, unfortunately though they still need to be done....leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comThose of us who use computers for work on a daily basis; we tend to stick to a routine. Some of the daily computer based tasks we perform can be incredibly uninteresting, unfortunately though they still need to be done. Your workload may become less laborious by using a simple automation tool that could help you copy and paste or perform other basic tasks, even send emails all with simple key combinations. RoboTask 3.2 enables users to automate simple, yet time consuming tasks. Program the software with a few basic commands and simply use keyboard shortcuts to automate tasks. This may help you complete the more mundane or annoying tasks more easily.
RoboTask 3.2]]>
Take your word processor on the road using AbiWord Portabletag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159672008-10-02T11:20:45Z2008-10-02T13:48:55ZAlthough most of us a familiar with Microsoft Word, there are able replacements. Many of the features that ship with Word remain unused by the average user, yet because it's so widely used, we seem to ignore the fact there...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comAlthough most of us a familiar with Microsoft Word, there are able replacements. Many of the features that ship with Word remain unused by the average user, yet because it's so widely used, we seem to ignore the fact there may be alternatives more suited to your needs. Having a small word processor you can take on the move is well worth considering, especially if it's free. By using a portable word processor, you can take it with you and launch the application from a USB stick on any computer you may be using.
AbiWord Portable 2.6.4 is a portable word processor with all the necessary features for creating high quality word documents that also supports the Microsoft Word document format (.doc). It's also similar I look and feel to Word and although lacks some useful features Word provides, is well worth looking at.
AbiWord Portable 2.6.4]]>
Easily create your own RAR archivestag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159662008-10-02T11:01:05Z2008-10-02T11:06:25ZRAR files offer a high level of compression, even more so than ZIP and this obviously has numerous benefits. Although creating one can take time, the RAR format also enables you to split large files for compression. Compressing files is...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comRAR files offer a high level of compression, even more so than ZIP and this obviously has numerous benefits. Although creating one can take time, the RAR format also enables you to split large files for compression. Compressing files is very useful when it comes to sending email attachments and other files downloaded from the Internet. This type of file compression is also useful for multimedia files, enabling you to store and distribute files more effectively.
WinRar 3.80 enables you to create and manage RAR archives easily. You can lock files to prevent tampering and salvage damaged data. WinRar also supports many other compression formats such as ZIP, ISO and TAR.
WinRar 3.80 link.]]>
Skype users, test the latest Skype 4 Beta 2tag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159632008-10-02T09:37:47Z2008-10-02T09:47:12ZIf you're a keen user of Skype 3 then you were probably one of the keenest to download and test the new version of Skype 4, which entered beta testing last month. We downloaded and installed it immediately, but were...chriswileshttp://www.vnunet.comIf you're a keen user of Skype 3 then you were probably one of the keenest to download and test the new version of Skype 4, which entered beta testing last month. We downloaded and installed it immediately, but were quickly disappointed. The biggest problem was the re-designed interface which was arranged to give video calls the priority. Who really uses Skype to make video calls? Seriously? In business, I don't want to necessarily 'see' the other user when I make a call.
Skype 4 Beta 2 is now available and a the user-interface now enables you to select a compact version (read: the same design as Skype 3.x), received more informed and clearer alerts, so you can see when a call is incoming and more. We're not entirely convinced by Skype 4 and it seems our web users feel the same way, if you take a look at our end-user rating.
Skype 4 Beta 2 link. ]]>
Backup and share files with other users using Dropboxtag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159622008-10-02T09:26:30Z2008-10-02T09:36:37ZA simple backup program will enable you to make a backup of your drive, partition or a selection of files and then restore when you encounter problems in the future. Next generation 'backup' software now enables you synchronise your data...chriswileshttp://www.vnunet.comA simple backup program will enable you to make a backup of your drive, partition or a selection of files and then restore when you encounter problems in the future. Next generation 'backup' software now enables you synchronise your data across your computers. If you own a desktop and laptop, you might want the work documents you've been finishing on your laptop, on your desktop and the fonts shared across both machines. Dropbox 0.6.402 is a tool that goes even further. Backup files online, synchronise across computers (PC, Mac or Linux), but also share certain files with other users. For example, enable other users to see and download your favourite desktop images, photos of your kids or, if you're working in a team, the latest presentation you've finished and need others to approve.
Dropbox link. ]]>
Create original works with this natural paint programtag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159572008-10-01T14:13:11Z2008-10-01T14:18:05ZPaint tools are available in all shapes and sizes, from small freeware tools to expensive, professional standard applications. Although you can use these expensive apps to paint with, they are more suited to high-end graphic manipulation and it would be...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comPaint tools are available in all shapes and sizes, from small freeware tools to expensive, professional standard applications. Although you can use these expensive apps to paint with, they are more suited to high-end graphic manipulation and it would be a waist to purchase one purely for painting. If you are more creative, intend on creating original works and need a tool that is more artistic, it can be difficult finding a tool that offers more natural painting simulation.
Artweaver 0.5.5 is an application designed for those who prefer to work directly using a tablet or mouse. The program offers various realistic tools including pencils, chalk, charcoal and other brush styles. Use it to import a range of different image formats as well as use existing photos to create sketches from.
Artweaver 0.5.5 link. ]]>
Search multiple sites for your favourite clips with ClipFindertag:www.downloadjunkie.co.uk,2008://10.1159552008-10-01T13:12:35Z2008-10-01T13:24:14ZIf we are at the computer, and have time to kill, many of us have used an online video portal such as YouTube to find and watch entertaining video clips. Humorous clips are widely available online but it can be...leecollinshttp://www.vnunet.comIf we are at the computer, and have time to kill, many of us have used an online video portal such as YouTube to find and watch entertaining video clips. Humorous clips are widely available online but it can be frustrating when you are looking for something specific, like an old sporting clip or rare music video. Some files may be incorrectly named or so rare that there may be only a single video posted. Searching numerous sites can be time consuming so wouldn't it be far easier if there was an application that searched multiple sites for you?
Ashampoo ClipFinder 1.47 is a useful plug-in that enables you to search multiple online video portals for your favourite clips. It supports all popular sites and more and enables you to preview and download your favourite videos.
A good screen grabbing tool has a numerous practical implementations, at home or in the workplace. Maybe you work in an office as a designer or you simply need to print an on-screen image, and using a screen grabbing tool will save you time. The more able tools enable you to grab images of anything thats visable on-screen, including web pages, flash animation and even open applications. 
Although certain aspects of Windows are relatively easy to tweak, using an optimisation tool may change settings so your systems performance is more suited to your needs. There are small utilities that will assist but there are also more able tools that enable you to optimise many areas of your computers performance, from your operating system to memory and even Internet options. These tools help to get the most from your system, depending on your own needs, whether you want to browse the Internet or game online. 
Portability is one area of computing that's seen a great deal of interest in recent years. Many of us now have laptops or portable devices with web access, and the number of applications based on portable hardware is on the up. Obviously the needs of users that travel or work on-the-move are very different to a more static work environment, and require software solutions that enable them to work efficiently, no matter where they are. 
Keeping your PC completely clutter free is almost an impossibility, but it's important to maintain a certain level of organisation. Not only are drives bigger than they ever have been, both internal and external, but file transfer via portable drives are all contributing factors regarding drive disorganisation. A cluttered drive could cause system problems including a slow start-up, but your hard drive does not have to be loaded with folders and files either, if the files are spread over large areas of your drive, which can cause problems too. 
Many ISP's provide high speed broadband connections, we tend to sign up based on published figures and pay our bills when due. The thing is how many of us actually know whether or not we exceed bandwidth limits specified by our ISPs? We could be paying more than we need to in charges for services we may not have used. The only way to really know what we use and when is by using a monitoring tool, or set limits on incoming traffic. 
For some reason, Acronis True Image is immensely popular. Only recently, I was reminiscing with the guys at Acronis that, back in 2002 they were a very small 4 man company based out of the States. Now they produce some of the more popular drive backup and system restore applications, for both home and corporate use.
As disorganised as it may be, many of us are guilty of jotting down an important telephone number or email address on a scrap of paper, which we then can't find. Unless you are always prepared, or store the details straight after the call that scrap of paper may end up in the bin. Virtual sticky note applications are designed specifically for such scenarios, they can be accessed extremely quickly and you won't run the risk of the details getting thrown out with the rubbish. 
Online file sharing is a good way of making documents readily available wherever you are; it also ensures that the latest versions of files may be accessed. By using a shared workspace you can easily work with colleagues by quickly swapping documents, notes and other useful information whilst communicating and exploring other ideas. You can chat as a group, much like a conference call, or on a one-on-one. This could be an ideal solution for working together with minimal fuss for you and your colleagues. 
Those of us who use computers for work on a daily basis; we tend to stick to a routine. Some of the daily computer based tasks we perform can be incredibly uninteresting, unfortunately though they still need to be done. Your workload may become less laborious by using a simple automation tool that could help you copy and paste or perform other basic tasks, even send emails all with simple key combinations. 
Although most of us a familiar with Microsoft Word, there are able replacements. Many of the features that ship with Word remain unused by the average user, yet because it's so widely used, we seem to ignore the fact there may be alternatives more suited to your needs. Having a small word processor you can take on the move is well worth considering, especially if it's free. By using a portable word processor, you can take it with you and launch the application from a USB stick on any computer you may be using. 
RAR files offer a high level of compression, even more so than ZIP and this obviously has numerous benefits. Although creating one can take time, the RAR format also enables you to split large files for compression. Compressing files is very useful when it comes to sending email attachments and other files downloaded from the Internet. This type of file compression is also useful for multimedia files, enabling you to store and distribute files more effectively. 
If you're a keen user of Skype 3 then you were probably one of the keenest to download and test the new version of Skype 4, which entered beta testing last month. We downloaded and installed it immediately, but were quickly disappointed. The biggest problem was the re-designed interface which was arranged to give video calls the priority. Who really uses Skype to make video calls? Seriously? In business, I don't want to necessarily 'see' the other user when I make a call.
Paint tools are available in all shapes and sizes, from small freeware tools to expensive, professional standard applications. Although you can use these expensive apps to paint with, they are more suited to high-end graphic manipulation and it would be a waist to purchase one purely for painting. If you are more creative, intend on creating original works and need a tool that is more artistic, it can be difficult finding a tool that offers more natural painting simulation. 
If we are at the computer, and have time to kill, many of us have used an online video portal such as YouTube to find and watch entertaining video clips. Humorous clips are widely available online but it can be frustrating when you are looking for something specific, like an old sporting clip or rare music video. Some files may be incorrectly named or so rare that there may be only a single video posted. Searching numerous sites can be time consuming so wouldn't it be far easier if there was an application that searched multiple sites for you?