Software Recommendations

Diskeeper Corporation

For enhancing file system performance - easy to use
http://www.diskeeper.com/defrag.asp

Paragon Software Group

Home and Office, Small Business & Medium and Large Business Utilities for hard disk management etc
http://www.paragon-software.com/

For a list of products see:
http://www.paragon-software.com/products.htm

Hard Disk Manager - The all-in-one solution for hard disk management!

Partition Manager - Get the original! Advanced partitioning tools help you completely control and manage your hard disks.

Drive Backup - Powerful entire disk backup and File backup software!

Whether you are a home user or run a large business, Paragon has it covered with their extensive range.

Computer maintenance is essential to keep everything working the way you want it to. Backups are essential for all your treasured photos, files etc. Backup images are also an essential part of maintenance when it comes to restoring your computer safely to a time when the computer was stable. There are many viruses, malware etc that can render your computer useless, and the quickest and easiest way to rid yourself of these pests is to restore your computer from a recent image. Backup regularly as you never know when you'll need to restore your computer or in the alternative, replace that treasured photo you deleted accidently.

Drive Backup free edition
http://www.paragon-software.com/home/db-express/index.html

"Paragon decided to give end users which are currently not running a backup or recovery program on their PC the basic survival tool they need for free. One the company’s goals is to remove the inertia plaguing of consumers when it comes to backing up and encourage them to act with diligence and confidence as well as being beneficial for the PC industry as a whole. The more positive experiences consumers have when using their computers, the more apt they will be to use them more often and try new applications."

There is also a Partition Manager Express free edition
http://www.paragon-software.com/home/pm-express/

Raxco

Raxco - PerfectDisk - Defragmentation - easy to use
http://www.raxco.com/

WinPatrol

WinPatrol uses a heuristic behavioral approach to detecting attacks and violations of your computing environment.
http://www.winpatrol.com/

TechSmith - SnagIt & Camtasia Studio

SnagIt lets you capture, edit, and share exactly what you see on your screen - fast
http://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.asp

Camtasia Studio
http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.asp

Need more than just text?
Show others exactly what’s happening on your screen – plus record your audio.

Want your materials to be accessible 24/7?
Quit repeating yourself. Post a video online to simultaneously inform everyone.

Looking to improve communication?
Save time by getting your point across quickly and in an incredibly professional medium.

Axialis IconWorkshop
http://www.axialis.com/iconworkshop/

Create hi-quality icons for all systems: Windows, MacOS, Unix

and

Axialis CursorWorkshop
http://www.axialis.com/cursorworkshop/

Create hi-quality cursors for Windows® and web sites

Cyberlink DVD Suite 7 by Cyberlink Corporation – Digital Home and DVD Solutions

Create it. Play it. Burn it. Share it.

Watch high-definition Blu-ray Disc movies in 5.1-channel audio
Create and Share high-definition videos and slideshows
Produce videos and photos to Blu-ray Discs with HD menus
Backup and Burn data securely to DVDs and Blu-ray Discs
Manage photos and video files with ease
Share your creative interests online

What more do you need to put your creations into digital format? This suite has it all and most important, it’s value for money. Why not check it out for yourself
http://www.cyberlink.com/products/cyberlink-dvd-suite/overview_en_US.html

CyberLink DVD Suite 7 is an all-in-one solution combining CyberLink's leading consumer multimedia software for viewing and working with high-definition content and Blu-ray Discs.

Of course if you don’t need all this power and only want to watch DVDs, then you can always just use PowerDVD.
http://www.cyberlink.com/multi/products/main_1_en_US.html

Check out http://www.cyberlink.com/english/products/2004/index.jsp for all your digital needs.

All CyberLink Products

ESET delivers the fastest, most effective antivirus software with spyware and malware protection available to
combat viruses, spyware, rootkits, and other internet attacks, keeping your identity and data safe from hackers and thieves.
http://www.eset.com/products/

For up to date information: http://www.eset.eu/threat-center

I've tried a few Internet Security Suites over the years, but I find this one the best so far. ESET hasn't let me down yet.

GetRight Download Manager

GetRight
http://getright.com/

GetRight is a Download Manager program to help you download files from the Internet. It features download resuming, accelerating, scheduling and more...

Never have an incomplete or lost download again

I was most impressed with GetRight.

TaurArian