FREE Great Programs for Windows 7

Great thread. Would it be possible to put star ratings for each bit of software as a quick guide on the index post so we know if the apps are any good?

I just wanted to let those who like and use (or used to use) Peerguardian know that development has started up again and that there now is a new version of the program available (free), which is called "Peerblock."

Peerblock is based on the original PG code and Peerblock looks just like Peerguardian (and uses the same lists), except it is being actively developed (with frequent application updates) and, most importantly, it has signed drivers. It is completely compatible with Windows 7 x64 without any workarounds required. In short, for those who like Peerguardian, this is a long overdue dream come true.

Check it out here.

(Btw, the latest interim release is completely stable on my Windows 7 x64 rig.)

Swarfega's fine suggestions made me notice the absence of xplorer² (free version) from this list, file manager, dual pane, tabs, viewer, vertical or horizontal panes, single (tracking tree) and god knows what other goodies.

Whilst I love Win7's Explorer I still can't live without xplorer² - elegant, traditional, easy to manipulate files.

WinAudit v2.27 - Free Computer Audit Software

From the site:

WinAudit is easy to use, no special knowledge is required to use the programme. It is a self-contained single file that needs no installation or configuration. It can be run from a floppy disk or USB stick. Simply download the programme and double click on it.

User interface translations have been kindly contributed by several people, if possible WinAudit will automatically start in your language.

The programme reports on virtually every aspect of computer inventory and configuration. Results are displayed in web-page format, categorised for ease of viewing and text searching.

WinAudit is free, you can use it in your commercial applications and distribute it freely to anyone. Its small size and ability to create formatted emails means you can audit just about any Windows® based personal computer.