You got a new computer, but what to put on it? If you have Windows then here is the list you should start with (Mac/Linux users, your computers come with what you want).
Note: Most software maybe pre-installed if brought from a major PC manufacture or store. All programs are free.
Picasa- Picasa allows you to edit your photos, tag them, and upload them with easy.
iTunes- iTunes plays your music, allows you to buy music, rent movies, tv shows, podcasts. Everything you need is there.
Speedfan- Speed fan monitors your computers temptress, only a real concern for laptop users.
Microsoft Security Essentials- MSE is a lightweight anti-virus/anti-malware protection application that will help you stay safe on the web.
Pidgin- Pidgin is lightweight, and allows you to talk to all your friends on many IM networks (MSN, Yahoo, AOL, etc)
CCleaner- CCleaner is perfect for cleaning your computers registry and history.
Auslogics Disk Defrag- Your computer needs its maintenance, defragmenting is part of that. Auslogics is faster, and better than what comes with Windows.
Firefox/Chrome- Firefox and Chrome are perfect web browsers. They are faster than IE, lighter than IE, have spell check, extension, and themes.
Camstudio- If you need to record video on your desktop then Camstudio does it for you.
Gmail- Gmail is a web mail email based service (think hotmail). It has 7GB’s of storage so its more than you need.
Google Docs/Open Office- Google docs is a web based word/powerpoint service. Open Office is basically Microsoft word without the cost.
These applications will help you get started with your new computer. Linux/Mac users already have programs like these, so if you want to save yourself from this then switch.
