Handy tools for everyday computing use.

So... you fancy some new software on your PC. You don't want to go and spend £100's. What do you do? Well, let me share with you some of my favourite sources and software that might tickle your fancy.

www.ninite.com

Home to a huge variety of software, bother free, open-source and trial versions. Covering everything from web browsers and media applications/programs to security and other utilities. Ninite is an automatic downloader/installer. Its beauty is in its function. Once you have selected the programs/applications you wish to download, just click "get installer" > download it > run it. Enjoy.

Lightworks

Although Ninite is pretty comprehensive with its applications and programs, some other interesting and usefull programs are mission. Lightworks for instance. This open-source professional standard video editing tool is fantastic when it come to getting the job done. Its packed full of features, its very easy to use and is very light at around 42MB.

What tools/applications/programs do you like to use everyday?

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ViewSonic ViewPad 10s... Dare I say it?! I'm Tempted.

Tablets, tablets, tablets, iPads, Apple, blah blah blah!


Yes, another month and another set of tablets to add to the already 100's of them out there to choose from. Each of the manufacturers playing "catchup" (apparently) with Apple and their proven iPad, then out-doing eachother for "2nd place" it seems.


But with all the hype surround the iPad, and don't get me wrong it is an astounding piece of kit I've owned one before, Im somewhat deterred by it. Is it just me or do you need to feel a bit of substance in your hand when you hold a device?! Too small or too thin and there just isn't enough purchase on the device! This is why I'm turned off by the iPad... to some degree.


Now consider these alternatives *Drum roll please*


The new ViewSonic ViewPad 10s. The successor to the ViewPad 10 is 14.5mm deep! Its glossy 10.1" capacitive multi-touch screen is lush, and is looking like its geared up for Honeycomb!





Other note worthy tablets are the Acer Iconia A100, A500, W500, the up and coming HTC Flyer, the consistent Archos range and the Asus EEE Pad and Slate.


One other mention for those who are on a budget and are looking for something that will suffice, try the Creative Ziio 10.

Cavtec Systems Limited

Cavtec Systems Limited, established 1991. Providing the finest quality computer support and additional services to Small Medium Enterprises and Home users. Newcastle upon Tyne, London and East Grinstead.

http://www.cavtec.co.uk

admin@cavtec.co.uk