Best Free Connectivity and Productivity Apps
These free software gems are perfect if you're looking to push the limits of what you can fit into your day. Connectivity downloads will help you streamline your Internet connection and set up remote-control access to a second computer so you can be at work without being at work--or simply help someone from a distance fix a browser problem. Our free productivity software selections will help you get organized and move away from the infuriatingly complex and bulky Microsoft Office suite to lighter and more intuitive office programs.
--Megan Geuss
Rated: Aug 15, 2011 2:57 PM
Free app lets you turn any printable document into a PDF without a hitch.
Rated: Jul 1, 2011 4:58 PM
This service lets Microsoft Office on your desktop play nice with Google Docs in the cloud.
Rated: Jul 28, 2011 12:15 PM
This completely free desktop sharing solution gives TeamViewer a run for its money.
Rated: Jun 2, 2011 11:59 AM
Store info, e-mail it, or pop it up with a timer with this sticky notes program.
Rated: Feb 8, 2012 5:42 PM
This is one of the most popular Firefox add-ons, and for good reason.
Rated: Mar 4, 2011 4:28 PM
Try the free edition of this full-featured desktop publishing program.
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