FREE Great Programs for Windows 7 [2]

kado897 said:

Stevekir said:

FreeFileSync

FreeFileSync | Free Backup and File Synchronization Software

I have been using this for a couple of months and it is now my backup program for all my personal files (Documents, Music, Movies, Pictures, Desktop etc.) on to two (rotated) external USB HDD. It is simple, reliable and flexible. Although it allows you to create individual routines for individual folders (eg., Documents) I have set up a single routine to backup all of my X: drive (which has all my personal files and nothing else) in one operation. That's very simple and quick to do, and you can set up timed backups in the background.

I used to use Second Copy which is similar (not free) but having got fed up with how Windows randomly messes up Drive Letters I could not get Second Copy to recognise Drive Name (which Windows does not change) whilst FFS can and does so easily.

I think it should be added to this list.

I agree FFS is also my file and folder backup of choice. One caveat however. The installer will install OpenCandy if you are not careful.

Actually, the installer doesn't install OpenCandy. OpenCandy only runs when the installer runs and all it does is "offer" up suggested PUPs, such as Google Chrome and Google Toolbar, which you can choose not to use (if you use Unchecky, PUPs will automatically be unselected). If using MBAM Pro, it will strip OpenCandy from the installer.

I'll try my luck again, saw that AdwCleaner wasn't on the list, is it worthy?

Lady Fitzgerald said:

kado897 said:

Stevekir said:

FreeFileSync

FreeFileSync | Free Backup and File Synchronization Software

I have been using this for a couple of months and it is now my backup program for all my personal files (Documents, Music, Movies, Pictures, Desktop etc.) on to two (rotated) external USB HDD. It is simple, reliable and flexible. Although it allows you to create individual routines for individual folders (eg., Documents) I have set up a single routine to backup all of my X: drive (which has all my personal files and nothing else) in one operation. That's very simple and quick to do, and you can set up timed backups in the background.

I used to use Second Copy which is similar (not free) but having got fed up with how Windows randomly messes up Drive Letters I could not get Second Copy to recognise Drive Name (which Windows does not change) whilst FFS can and does so easily.

I think it should be added to this list.

I agree FFS is also my file and folder backup of choice. One caveat however. The installer will install OpenCandy if you are not careful.

Actually, the installer doesn't install OpenCandy. OpenCandy only runs when the installer runs and all it does is "offer" up suggested PUPs, such as Google Chrome and Google Toolbar, which you can choose not to use (if you use Unchecky, PUPs will automatically be unselected). If using MBAM Pro, it will strip OpenCandy from the installer.

My bad. You are of course correct milady.

kado897 said:

Lady Fitzgerald said:

kado897 said:

I agree FFS is also my file and folder backup of choice. One caveat however. The installer will install OpenCandy if you are not careful.

Actually, the installer doesn't install OpenCandy. OpenCandy only runs when the installer runs and all it does is "offer" up suggested PUPs, such as Google Chrome and Google Toolbar, which you can choose not to use (if you use Unchecky, PUPs will automatically be unselected). If using MBAM Pro, it will strip OpenCandy from the installer.

My bad. You are of course correct milady.

You were correct about being careful. When given the chance, one should always use Advanced Install to make sure one catches PUP "offers" since they often don't show up in basic installation.

Lady Fitzgerald said:

kado897 said:

Lady Fitzgerald said:

Actually, the installer doesn't install OpenCandy. OpenCandy only runs when the installer runs and all it does is "offer" up suggested PUPs, such as Google Chrome and Google Toolbar, which you can choose not to use (if you use Unchecky, PUPs will automatically be unselected). If using MBAM Pro, it will strip OpenCandy from the installer.

My bad. You are of course correct milady.

You were correct about being careful. When given the chance, one should always use Advanced Install to make sure one catches PUP "offers" since they often don't show up in basic installation.

A good point. As you mentioned Unchecky is very helpful.

DavidE said:

Many installers offer an Advanced option, here is an example for the TeamViewer installer.

Couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks, David!