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Friday, May 09, 2008 10:00 PM PDT

Simple Upgrades, Complex Helpers

Sometimes a simple fix can do the job, and sometimes you need the works. This month we look at an easy-as-pie mouse utility, a feature-rich tweaking program, and an arcade-style game that builds in complexity.

Teach Your Mouse New Tricks

KatMouse; click to view full-size image.

Your mouse's scroll wheel can be handy, but it's a one-trick animal. KatMouse adds new functionality to the wheel, making navigating multiple windows easier and faster. The freebie lets you scroll through windows without selecting them first.

KatMouse leaves your keyboard to focus on a given window while allowing your mouse to scroll other open windows. If you IM or e-mail with a browser window open, it's balm to your aching hands.

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Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:30 PM PDT

Save on Ink, Make a Podcast, Be a Chocolatier

Economize with an earth-friendly printer utility, broadcast around the world, and go globe-trotting in a delectable game.

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Tuesday, February 26, 2008 10:00 PM PST

Fixes for News, Work, Music Overloads

Overwhelmed by current events, your work, or your tons of tunes? Take control with these fresh perspectives.

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Tuesday, January 29, 2008 05:00 PM PST

Malware Scanner, Web-Use Aid, and a Garden Game

Two freebies this month help your security and productivity, and a free trial introduces some addictive fun.

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Tuesday, January 08, 2008 03:00 PM PST

Free Apps for Words, Screen Capture, and Sudoku

No-cost alternatives for common tasks--and a game--that you can download now.

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Tuesday, December 04, 2007 05:00 PM PST

Three Apps' New Approaches to Old Standbys

Find new takes on common tasks with these utilities.

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Friday, October 19, 2007 01:00 AM PDT

Scrub Software, Snap Links Open, Kill Germs

Here are three freebies that will help clean up your PC, reduce browser clicking, and--when you're ready to kick back--entertain.

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Wednesday, September 05, 2007 06:00 PM PDT

Track Your PC's Power and Bandwidth Usage, and Your Own Web Habits

Free downloads give you the lowdown on how much energy your PC burns, how much bandwidth your day-to-day activities consume, and how much time you spend away from work while at work.

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Thursday, August 09, 2007 11:00 AM PDT

Smooth Your Startups, Track Your Firefox History, and Play With Chocolate

Three downloads that will keep you informed and alert.

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Monday, July 23, 2007 10:00 AM PDT

Freebies for Writers and Readers

Three great programs for living large literarily.

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Thursday, June 07, 2007 01:00 AM PDT

Best Downloads for Hacking Firefox

Want to bend Firefox to your will, keep yourself safer while you surf, and customize how Google works? These great Firefox extensions will let you do it.

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Thursday, May 03, 2007 01:00 AM PDT

Techie Tools for the Internet and for Home Networks

Want to take control of your home network, share files more easily, and become a super tech? These downloads can help.

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