The Best Place To Download Free Software

by Jermaine Maree on September 30, 2008

Note: This post is for downloading Windows software only.

Finding software to download on many software download websites is about as much fun as searching for a needle in a haystack. There are normally hundreds of applications listed in each category, including some which have not been updated in several years. Then there is the possibility of downloading programs that have spyware embedded in them. For years I would frequently research the best free programs available, maintain a “best free software” list, and check each company’s website every month or so for updates.

Then I discovered FileHippo.

What is FileHippo?

FileHippo is a website that provides a simple way to download the best free software. Their site contains a limited number of categories and a limited number of programs in each category. FileHippo’s focus is to provide you with quality software. The site is consistently updated with the newest version of each program, but older versions are also available for download. This is useful for those occasions when a new version of a program has a lot of bugs and you want to go back to the previous version.

Another useful feature is the most popular downloads section. This section lists the top 10 most popular downloads on FileHippo. Ideally these programs are most likely the best in their respective categories. Who would have ever guessed that downloading software could be easier than choosing a combo at <insert your favorite fast food restaurant here>?

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The Most Important Thing To Do With Your New Computer

by Jermaine Maree on September 23, 2008

You have just purchased your new computer and are excited to get started. You clean up your desk, unbox it, and figure out how to connect everything. You turn it on and it works (maybe). As it starts up you begin to think about all of the programs you want try or websites you want to visit. It is faster, has more memory, more hard drive space and you want to see what it can do.

But you are possibly forgetting the most important thing you should do with your new computer. Whether your computer is running Windows, OS X, or Linux, you should install any critical updates.

These updates will help to protect your computer from the bad guys lurking on the internet, add improved functionality, and fix any known flaws. Before installing any updates you will need to connect your computer to the internet. Installing the updates are straightforward and we think mandatory.

How To Install Updates On Windows

To install updates on Windows open Internet Explorer and go to http://www.windowsupdate.com. The website will walk you through the necessary steps to update your computer.

How To Install Updates On Mac

Click the Apple icon in the upper left-hand corner of the screen. Then click Software Update.

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