how and where to find free software
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Finding software on the internet is not an easy task. More so if it is the free software that we are looking for. From free anti virus software, free DVD burning software, free seo software to mention but a few. And the option of buying software is out of means for some of us. So that is why we look for free software.
We all like something for free, especially software as it can be so costly. So what software is there that doesn’t cost a dime and is legal to use?
In this short article I would like to show you some of the possible options for getting free software on line. Free software such as anti virus software, fire wall software, registry cleaner software and many others. So here we go.
1) For your operating system why not choose either Linux or Ubuntu. These are stable, respected and renowned alternatives to Microsoft Windows. They will be more secure as people only mainly write software viruses for Microsoft based products. Just go to google and type in Ubuntu. You will be taken to there website where you can be able to download this free software for operating systems.
Can’t afford Microsoft Office – or simply don’t want to use it? Download Open Office for your word processing and spreadsheet requirements – all free to use.
2) How about getting free anti virus? When you buy a brand new computer with Microsoft Windows and Office already installed, you can benefit from free anti-virus software. You can pay the price for Norton or McAfee but there are many equally good anti-virus programs that are available to download for free personal use. Among the popular free anti-virus programs are Grisoft’s AVG, Alwil Softaware’s Avast! and Alvira’s Antivir.
If you have bought a new computer but have decided to download and install free anti-virus program then do not install the free three-month trial that may be included with your program bundle. The manufacturer’s want you to install this software then pay for the subscription at the end of the free term. Instead, remove the program using Add/Remove programs in the Control Panel. Then go on and download and install your free anti-virus program. Remember to set it so it automatically goes and gets frequent updates to its virus definitions.
3) Then for firewall software.
I hope you know what fire wall software can do to protect you and your computer from the prawling eyes of hackers and identity thieves. Personally, I would not encourage any one to go on the internet without any kind of fire wall on his computers. So how can you get this software For free? Try out the free version of Zone Alarm. (Note, don’t try free trial version that will keep bothering you after its trial period expires). Just remember to turn off the Windows firewall if you are using Zone Alarm as you should not be running two firewall programs simultaneously.
Well, I may not be able to cover all software that you can get for free in this article. But this blog is entirely dedicated to software and computers and it is to be updated regulary with new and interesting posts. So you can come back everyday to find new deals on software and computers. Just bookmark this page by clicking on any of the icons you see at the end of this article.
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