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Best Downloads for Hard Economic Times

The economy has headed south. Don't despair: we're here to help with the best downloads for hard economic times. Whether you want to get your finances in order, extend the life of your PC by keeping it in tip-top shape, or save hundreds of dollars in software costs, PC World has what you need. We're rounded up a dozen downloads to help, and with a single exception, every single one of them is free.

  •     PRODUCT NAME
    DATE ADDED
    LICENSE
  • Secunia PSI
      123,619
    Aug 8, 2009
    Free

    Identify program security leaks and batten down the hatches with this free software.

     
  • OpenOffice.org
      74,196
    Jul 8, 2009
    Free

    This free office suite includes a word processor, a spreadsheet, a database, and drawing and presentation programs.

     
  • PC Decrapifier
      283,254
    Jan 13, 2009
    Free

    Rid your system of unneeded software and "craplets."

     
  • CCleaner
      581,247
    Jun 1, 2009
    Free

    Remove useless files from several applications, including Microsoft apps.

     
  • Advanced SystemCare Free
      238,017
    Jul 8, 2009
    Free

    Anti-spyware, a Registry cleaner, privacy cleaner, PC optimizer...this all-in-one tool includes more as well.

     
  • IBM Lotus Symphony
      59,435
    Jul 9, 2009
    Free

    This onetime rival to Microsoft Office still works beautifully--and it's free.

     
  • Wubi
      9,740
    Jan 14, 2009
    Free

    Install Linux in your Windows partition with ease.

     
  • SimpleD Budget
      6,368
    Jan 14, 2009
    Free

    Visually track your household expenses with this easy-to-use freebie.

     
  • Family Budget Planner for Excel
      3,631
    Jan 15, 2009
    Free

    Plan your family's annual budget with this free spreadsheet.

     
  • Debt Reduction Calculator
      2,953
    Jan 15, 2009
    Free

    Help reduce your debt with this free Excel spreadsheet.

     
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