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Dynamite Downloads

Forget pricey shrink-wrapped software. We uncover 25 shareware and freeware gems--from office workhorses to must-have Web utilities and handheld apps.

Edited by Kalpana Narayanamurthi

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All-Stars

Looking for the very best downloads a little money can buy? Don't overlook these five must-have tools and utilities.

  1. Ad-aware: 872KB, free

    Protect your privacy and prevent the system crashes that secretly downloaded ads sometimes cause.



  2. Cookie Crusher: 325KB, $15

    Set this tool to accept or reject cookies; use it to determine whether cookies are tracking your Web surfing, as well.



  3. Winamp: 1.97MB, free

    This customizable media player saves playlists and equalizer settings.



  4. WinZip: 1.76MB, $29

    This easy-to-use compression utility makes the task of sharing and moving files uncomplicated.



  5. ZoneAlarm: 2.78MB, free

    Use this firewall program to protect your Internet connection and dramatically reduce its vulnerability to hackers.



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