Utility software

PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: September 2011

After Labor Day, productivity is key. Our reviewers especially liked email helpers, a business-worthy uninstaller, and a cloud-based organizer. Even the less work-related software here, such as a video converter and an international disaster alert program, does its thing efficiently. And when you're serious about games, check out highlights from PCWorld's old-School RPGs feature.

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Smartr Inbox for Gmail

This free browser add-on lets you integrate Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn with Gmail.

Freemake Video Converter

Free Video Converter to AVI, WMV, MP4, MKV, SWF, 3GP, DVD, MP3, iPod, YouTube

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Simplenote

Simplenote is a cloud-based repository for notes and lists, letting you capture your thoughts from anywhere.

Avadon: The Black Fortress

Explore a vast land and uncover a complex plot in this turn-based RPG.

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Earth Alerts

Track earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, wildfires, and more with this free desktop application.

SRS Audio Essentials

Add life, bass, and clarity to your music and video playback with this utility.

Carrara

Powerful, full-featured 3D design and modeling application Carrara has lots of existing models.

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Email This!

Use this Firefox add-on to send Web links via email when you're viewing a Web page.

Revo Uninstaller Pro

Revo Uninstaller's Pro version traces software installations for thorough removal.

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Eschalon: Book II

Challenging old-school gameplay, crisp graphics, and an unfolding story make Eschalon: Book II a CRPG worth playing.