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Post by moni on May 20, 2021 9:13:12 GMT
I'm sure most of you would know about these, but I thought, I collect them here. These are all trusted open source programs, I'm using most of them as they are free, as an alternative to their pricey equivalents. 1. Instead of Microsoft Office, I use Libre Office. It has all the features, Words, Spreadsheat, Power Point, Draw... what Microsoft Office has. Link to download 2. Instead of the pricey Adobe Pohotoshop, I use GIMP - it is pretty advanced, has a "bit" of learning curve. 3. I have multiple drawing, and vector drawing programs, since I design jewelry, one of them is Inkscape - also has a learning curve. 4. For video editing I have acquired Shotcut, for me, as a beginner, it has a learning curve, but it is an open source program, updated on the regular basis. I'm also looking into DaVinci Resolve 17... it is not an open source program, but it has a "light" version for free. 5. SMPlayer is a free media player for Windows and Linux with built-in codecs that can play virtually all video and audio formats. It doesn't need any external codecs. Just install SMPlayer and you'll be able to play all formats without the hassle to find and install codec packs. 6. ShareX Screen capture, file sharing and productivity tool 7. VLC Media Player is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols. 8. Blender 2.83 is a 3d Graphic Design program, for those who want to make games (((wink))) - to say that it has a high learning curve is an understatement, but it is supported with every kind of tutorials about how to use this program to its full potential.
Blender 2.83 Then I have my favorite learning websites, most of them absolutely free - for advanced features, though, you need to chip in (5-8 dollars/mo). Language Learning sites: Duolingo has courses for High Valyrian (Game of Thrones) and Klingon (Star Trek) besides normal/real languages... lolol
Then these are the best sites to learn CODING for free, if you are interested in those sort of things (I know, I am). Websites to learn Coding:
If you don't have ANY grasp about html, ccv, ruby, java... and so forth, I would recommend to start with this free Harvard University course to learn the absolute basics. The above link is part of edX, an online learning platform, where you can choose other programs (not just coding), and learn them for free. edX says: "As a global nonprofit, we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location." Learn from more than 160 member universities, like Berkley, Harvard, MIT... The next one is strictly for Web Developers/web coders Then for coding again The next one came highly recommended by one of my friend, since it has a huge online group support from all over the world You can look into Udemy, but it takes a little bit to find the courses they offer for free, as most of the courses now offered for a price (used to be completely free) .. this site is not my favorite, but you may like it The next four links are all great, have tons of, well organized courses, some of them even has mentor ship, all free. The last one is one of my favorite. So, that's it. Enjoy, browsing, downloading, learning! Great way to spend time! (after gaming and foruming, of course!)
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Post by joybelle on May 20, 2021 10:18:08 GMT
All that stuff is so far over my head its not funny... Missed My Beer Rolling Along I stand in awe of those who have mastered all this stuff.
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Post by moni on May 20, 2021 10:41:11 GMT
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Post by joybelle on May 20, 2021 11:20:46 GMT
No I think its wonderful moni ,!... many will get some really good advice from it! I was just laughing at myself as I am honestly hopeless regarding tech. I only learned to post things this year!!! . True!! LOL...And pennmom still has to walk me through stuff nearly every day. I think my neurons and dendrons are severely lacking the ability to uptake well..so I really do admire those who can do it. .
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Post by moni on May 20, 2021 12:14:54 GMT
LOL joybelle, I made this collection, because my computer updated itself (I don't have control over the updates anymore, want it or not), and, like after every update, Microsoft pushed its subscription office app once again so forcibly, that it didn't even give an option to bypass it anymore. After every update I have to go, and manually stop the app running in the background eating up my CPU usage and memory. I find it extremely intrusive. I have Libre Office, works fine, I'm not going to pay a yearly fee to be able to use something used to come with a newly purchased computer en gratis. Then I thought, if I'm annoyed, some people here just as disgusted with these things, hence the post.
The coding thingy comes from my husband and my old forum. My hub is a database analyst/developer. When I started my forum, I had to reach into the coding multiple times to fix things... it was way technical for me - over my head. I've asked my hub's help, after all he is a mage of programming, and his reply was: "Solve it! Look after! Research!" Thank you very much, soeverhelpfuldear Grumpalot! So, I went and found those wonderful sites and I've learned on my own what I needed. There is a Hungarian proverb for it: "If you haven't a servant, you've no choice but to do it yourself".
Basically, this whole post was about being mad at Microsoft and its horrid updates, and all other expensive apps... then it spiraled.
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Post by pennmom on May 20, 2021 16:05:44 GMT
moni , great thread with useful information, you can pick up a ton of free licensed software as well for Giveaway of the Day (same people who give us the free daily Games, Game Giveaway of the day) But it's a hit or miss as to being a software that interests me but they are full programs and something new every day Today's Giveaway of the day — ThunderSoft Video to HTML5 Converter 3.3.0 ( Convert videos to HTML5 files) www.giveawayoftheday.com/As for joybelle 's brain neurons, don't let the non-tech side of her brain fool ya, she's one of the most intelligent persons I know! She knows more about other people's brains & how and why their neurons fire than one can humanly fathom!...and that's a fact
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Post by moni on May 20, 2021 19:36:24 GMT
moni , great thread with useful information, you can pick up a ton of free licensed software as well for Giveaway of the Day (same people who give us the free daily Games, Game Giveaway of the day) But it's a hit or miss as to being a software that interests me but they are full programs and something new every day Today's Giveaway of the day — ThunderSoft Video to HTML5 Converter 3.3.0 ( Convert videos to HTML5 files) www.giveawayoftheday.com/As for joybelle 's brain neurons, don't let the non-tech side of her brain fool ya, she's one of the most intelligent persons I know! She knows more about other people's brains & how and why their neurons fire than one can humanly fathom!...and that's a fact Oh, I know, pennmom, that's why I dare to tease her! Or you, as a matter of fact lol. It was funny to see her talking so down on herself - like I would believe it! pfhs! Anyways, I don't believe I saw any of those links I've posted here at the Giveaway link, but I may missed something. I go and look again. Love ya both, don't forget that, that's why I'm here, I was following you guys ( OMG I hope, it doesn't mean I'm a stalker) Thank you, both of you, for your help!
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Post by saintpony on May 21, 2021 11:43:29 GMT
I don't know why but I always get the feeling that using open source softwares are wayyy safer than those closed sources ones... and sometimes they're much better in performance But I can't complain using closed sourced softwares since I'm basically using it to type here
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Post by pennmom on Aug 19, 2021 15:33:47 GMT
August 19, 2021~FREE Software
Tipard DVD Cloner 6.6.2
Tipard DVD Cloner 6.6.2 FREE Software
Tipard DVD Cloner has the ability to copy and clone DVD disc to DVD disc, such as DVD-9 to DVD-9, DVD-5 to DVD-5, DVD-9 to DVD-5. Besides, it allows you to backup DVD disc to local computer as DVD folder or ISO files. Meanwhile, it can also copy local DVD folder or ISO files to your DVD disc. What's more, this DVD Backup software has three copy modes for you to select, like Customize, Full Mode and Main Movie. You can choose whatever you like and you can copy any parts in the DVD according to your own requirements.
Key functions and features: 1. Copy DVD-5 to DVD-5, copy DVD-9 to DVD-9 or compress DVD-9 to DVD-5. 2. Available DVD Copy mode: Full Copy, Main Movie and Customize. 3. Copy DVD disc to DVD folder, ISO image file or another disc according to your need. 4. Copy local DVD folder or ISO image file to your DVD disc fast and losslessly.
Tipard provides 50% off coupon code: TIPAGOTD (apply to recommended products and other products) for all GOTD users.
How would you improve Tipard DVD Cloner 6.6.2?
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Post by pennmom on Aug 20, 2021 15:28:37 GMT
August 20, 2021~FREE Software Giveaway of the day — Leawo Prof. DRM Spotify Converter 3.2.0.1
www.giveawayoftheday.com/prof-drm-spotify-converter/
Spotify Converter not only removes DRM from Spotify music tracks, albums, or even playlists, but also allows to convert in batch and save in common formats such as MP3, M4B, M4A, AAC, WAV, FLAC. Using the advanced decrypting technology, all the converted songs perfectly retain the 100% original quality from Spotify. Besides, this program allows to edit the audio by adjusting the audio channel, bit rate, sample rate etc. With this program on hand, Spotify users will no longer be bothered by the advertisements or the downloads limitation of offline usage on other devices including Apple iPod, iPhone, Zune, Creative Zen.
Remove DRM from Spotify music files; Convert Spotify music to MP3, M4A, AAC and etc.; Retain the 100% original quality; Edit Spotify music by adjusting the audio channel, bit rate etc.
Please note: The key is only applicable for Leawo Prof. DRM Spotify Converter, which is included in the Leawo Prof. DRM suite as one of the modules!
Giveaway of the day — WinX Mediatrans 7.4
The No.1 fast & easy iPhone, iPad manager. Best iTunes alternative!
www.giveawayoftheday.com/winx-mediatrans-7-4/
A new survey from SellCell indicates that up to 44% of iPhone users will plan to upgrade to the iPhone 13 model. And the most exciting feature people are expecting is a 120Hz refresh rate of the iPhone’s display. Before switching to a new phone, you’d be wise to backup your existing device so you don't lose any precious pictures, documents, or other valuable data when you make the big move.
WinX Mediatrans is a handy tool for managing your iPhone, iPad from your PC. It allows you to migrate music, videos, photos, ebooks, podcast, etc. from iOS devices to computer, and vice versa. The intuitive interface organizes the type of data into categories and it automatically recognizes your iPhone when it’s connected to PC.
Thanks to the advanced transferring tech, your files are exported with impressive speed, with approximately 100 high-resolution 4K photos transferred in just 8 seconds.
Furthermore, you can convert HEIC files and create iPhone ringtones within the program.
WinX Mediatrans comes to be your perfect companion for iPhone, it is possible to auto convert MKV, FLV, WMV etc to MP4(H.264) to be compatible with iOS devices.
What's new in WinX MediaTrans 7.4? -Added support for iOS 15 Beta. -Added support for exporting photos by year, month, and day. -Fixed some minor bugs.
Bonus Offer: WinX provides a unique chance for GOTD users to get Lifetime Full License at 50% off discount (only $29.95 instead of $59.95).Valid only for 48 hours.
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Post by pennmom on Aug 21, 2021 14:31:37 GMT
August 21, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — ThunderSoft Slideshow Factory 5.5 Create, edit, publish, and manage slideshows with images and video files.
ThunderSoft Slideshow Factory 5.5 FREE Software Link
ThunderSoft Slideshow Factory is an incredibly easy-to-use software package that lets you make slideshow from your photos and video clips. You can add transition effects, background music, apply captions, use clip art, etc. With over 70 different animated templates, it's easy to create photo slideshows and publish as MP4 video, Executable, SWF movie, Screen Saver, even create HTML5 video for your website.
ThunderSoft Studio provides Special Price(50% discount) for GAOTD users to get full version of ThunderSoft Slideshow Factory and many other software products.
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Post by pennmom on Aug 23, 2021 15:02:40 GMT
August 20, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — TunesKit iPhone Data Recovery 2.3.3 Recover all types of data lost in various scenarios from iOS devices.
TunesKit iPhone Data Recovery 2.3.3 FREE Software
TunesKit iPhone Data Recovery for Windows is the most advanced iPhone data recovery software on the Internet. You can use it to recover lost or deleted messages, contacts, photos, videos, calendar, notes, safari bookmark, etc from iOS devices, iTunes backup files and iCloud backup files in 3 simple steps. No matter which devices you are using, like iPhone XS max/ iPhone XS/ iPhone XR/iPhoneX/8/8plus/7/7plus/6s/SE/6/5/4, iPad Mini 4/3/2, iPod, etc.
August 20, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — XenArmor All-In-One Key Finder Pro Personal 2021 Recover lost license keys of Windows, Office & 1000+ popular software.
XenArmor All-In-One Key Finder Pro Personal 2021 FREE Software Link
All-In-One Key Finder Pro is the enterprise software to instantly recover license/CD keys of Windows, Office & 1000+ popular software.
Here are the main benefits: * Recover keys of all Windows (XP to Windows 10) * Recover keys of all Office versions * Recover keys of 1000+ software * Recover keys of both 32-bit & 64-bit apps * New Smart Key Discovery Engine to find more keys * Instantly recover all keys without searching for hours * Save or Backup license keys to HTML file * Supports All Windows PCs (XP to Windows 10)
Please Note: 1) MS Office 2016/2019 stores only last 5 digits of license key 2) License key recovery of third party software depends on version
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Post by pennmom on Aug 25, 2021 20:42:29 GMT
August 25, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — Advanced Recent Access 11.1 See more properties of recently used resources!
Advanced Recent Access 11.1 FREE Software Link
See more properties of the recent resources, such as path, size, type, date modified and date created.
Key Features: -Shows path, size, type and date modified/created; -Automatically records accessed times; -Automatically deletes nonexistent resources; -Filters recent resources by types; -Automatically remembers the order, width and sorting of the columns; -Can hide the unwanted properties.
Please note: 1 Year Single License (1 PC) is included in this version. Click here to get a VERY BIG discount for other advanced licenses on the promotion day!
August 25, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — WonderFox DVD Video Converter 25.8 A multimedia conversion software, which is designed to simplify your life.
WonderFox DVD Video Converter 25.8 FREE Software Link
WonderFox DVD Video Converter is a top-rated full featured Video converter and DVD ripper, that provides the One-Step process to convert DVD, video and audio, as well as a Video Downloader helping to download 8K, 4K, 1080P, 720P video from 300+ sites.
Supports hardware encoding for NVIDIA NVENC, CUDA, and Intel HD Graphics hardware acceleration tech that contributes to high speed up.
Rip any DVD to video, ISO image and DVD Folder with 1:1 quality.
300+ supported formats and device profiles, including those rare formats like VRO, ISMV, DAV, DAT, etc.
More rare formats were added to the support list.
Downloads video in 8K, 4K, 1080P, 720P, 480P from 300+ sites, Vimeo, Hulu, etc.
Supports batch rip multiple DVD titles.
A Built-in editor(Subtitle. Crop, Merge, Clip, Rotate, Volume).
Supports multi-language interfaces, such as English, German, Spanish and so on.
Supports DVD's color subtitles and keeps the original quality in output video.
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Post by pennmom on Sept 2, 2021 14:35:34 GMT
September 2, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — Data Extraction Kit for Outlook 3.2.0.0 Export emails from Outlook without a hassle!
Data Extraction Kit for Outlook 3.2.0.0 FREE Software Link
Data Extraction Kit for Outlook is a unique product that combines the functionality of a powerful and fully configurable data extractor with that of a convenient tool for conducting forensic investigations. Its advanced built-in report generation mechanism allows for in-depth analysis of the contents of PST files, allowing security experts and investigators to convert specific emails in PST files to the necessary format.
Data Extraction Kit is intended for professionals and regular users who need a tool for quick and flexible conversion of the contents of Outlook PST storage files into other formats, either for importing into alternative applications, archiving, data migration or other purposes. The new product has all the features conveniently presented in a single main program window for ease of access and navigation. Data Extraction Kit for Outlook works with messages and attachments, contacts, notes, calendar items and other standard objects and converts them into a number of compatible formats, including MSG, RTF, TXT, EML, TNEF, HTML, MHT, VCF, VCS and ICS.
The user can configure various aspects of the conversion process: from the replacement of unsupported characters in message subjects and preservation of the original folder structure to keeping the objects creation date and time intact. In order to facilitate the selection of the necessary items, there are implemented several filters that enable users to select files created before or after a particular date, containing attachments or without them, or being smaller than the specified threshold.
September 2, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — PC WorkBreak 10.1 Cares for your health while you use PC!
PC WorkBreak 10.1 FREE Software Link
Cares for your health while you use PC!
Key features: -Flexible break settings; -Professional stretch demos; -Break compliance statistics.
Please note: 1 Year Single License (1 PC) is included in this version. Click here to get a VERY BIG discount for other advanced licenses on the promotion day!
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Post by pennmom on Sept 3, 2021 17:19:38 GMT
September 3, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — AudioGrail 7.13 The swiss army knife for everything that is related to audio files.
AudioGrail 7.13 FREE Software Link
AudioGrail (Formerly K-MP3) is the best solution to work with audiofiles, such as MP3, OGG, MPC etc. Rename and tag your files (add artist name, album, title etc.) automatically. The program can organize files on your system, analyse their quality, find duplicates and improve your audio experience.
Key Features: -Supports MP3, OGG, MPC, APE, AAC, FLAC, WavPack files, ID3Tag V1 and V2 tags, Vorbis (Ogg) comments and APEv2 tags; -Automatic Album renaming, Song identification, Album covers finding and Tagging; -One-by-one tag editor with queue (for multiple files edition); -Audio files To Audio CD burning capabilities (requires CopyToDVD); -File Names and Tags Normalizer (Case Standardization), Mass Tags Remover; -Files Organizer, Duplicate Files Finder; -Playlist Creator and Analyser (supported formats: m3u, pls, xpl); -Files Lister (supported formats: Raw listing, Coma Separated Values, SQL, XML); -Incomplete Tags Finder; -Quality Analyser and more!
September 3, 2021 ~ Free Software
Giveaway of the day — dot11Expert 1.6.2.17 dot11Expert is a troubleshooting software for your WLAN (Wifi network).
dot11Expert 1.6.2.17 FREE Software Link
dot11Expert is a troubleshooting software for your WLAN (Wifi network) that gives you detailed technical information about your Wifi network adapters, your Wifi networks and their associated access points.
Features: -Deep statistics about network adapters (MAC and PHY level); -Automatic sensing of Wifi networks and access points; -Graphical display of RSSI of all available networks; -International support.
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Post by pennmom on Sept 4, 2021 21:59:47 GMT
September 4, 2021~FREE Software
Giveaway of the day — Capture Boss 3.2.3 Capture Boss records any video and audio on your computer.
Capture Boss 3.2.3 FREE Software Link
If you can see or hear it you can grab a high quality copy of it with Capture Boss.
Capture Boss is audio capture and editing software. Capture Boss is an audio recording software capable of recording any device installed on your system. After you record audio you can use the audio splitter, audio joiner, and audio trimmer that comes with the build-tin mp3 audio editor.
Capture Boss is a screen video recorder for pc capable of recording the desktop screen in high quality. Capture Boss screen recording software records directly to MP4, WMV, and AVI. You can split, trim, join, and convert video with Capture Boss's build-in video editor.
Capture Boss connects to all video devices installed on your system including webcam, TV card, Camcorder, DVR. Capture Boss is perfect to record videos from devices and it can time stamp all recorded video.
Capture Boss works with profile slots, so you never have to configure a task twice, and you can have all your recorded tasks one click away.
Capture Boss is capable of sending media files through e-mails, and upload files via FTP.
Main Features: 1. Audio capture and editing software. Supported formats: MP3, WMA, WAV, M4A, FLAC, OGG, CAF, and more
2. Screen video recorder for pc. Supported formats: MP4, WMV, AVI, MOV, FLV, MKV, 3GP, MPG, and more
3. Record videos played inside websites.
4. Record narrated tutorials.
5. Record voice messages.
6. Switch profiles with one click.
7. Split, trim, join, copy, paste, cut, apply 20+ pro effects, and convert recorded audio. 12+ formats.
8. Split, trim, join, copy, paste, cut, and convert recorded video. 10+ formats.
9. E-mail recorded files, or upload them via FTP.
Extra Features: 1. Profile slots, never configure a task twice, and always have them one click away.
2. Wizard to set up a new task step by step.
3. Wizard to set up recording format.
Capture Boss records anything in high quality and you can edit and convert it!
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