Truecrypt

The ultimate freeware encryption program, TrueCrypt is loaded with powerful features that users concerned with protecting data from prying eyes will find robust and comprehensive.

It has 11 algorithms for encrypting your private files in a password-protected volume. You can store your encrypted data in files (containers) or partitions (devices). TrueCrypt works hard to offer powerful data protection, recommending complex passwords, explaining the benefits of hidden volumes, and erasing telltale signs of the encryption process, including mouse movements and keystrokes. Though the interface may not be intuitive, its powerful, on-the-fly encryption for no cost still earns the freeware security tool a top rating.

The useful tips in the extensive help manual and volume-creation wizard provide excellent guidance. In fact, they're required reading, as TrueCrypt lacks any considerable in-program help. For instance, the tutorial explains the entire concept beyond "hidden" volumes, but it doesn't quite explain how to mount them. One obvious downside of any strong encryption program is if you happen to forget your lengthy, secure password, you should consider any protected files as good as gone. However, once files are mounted to a local drive with your password or key, they conveniently behave just like any normal files, allowing you to easily open, copy, delete, or other modify them another way. Dismount the volume, and voila--your previously accessible files are now safely secure from prying eyes.

The apps newer features include hardware acceleration for some Intel chips, auto-mounting, and convenience improvements for when you "favorite" an encrypted volume have improved both performance and usability. Users can even create a hidden operating system, encrypted away from nosy busybodies, but make no mistake--TrueCrypt is not for the casual encryption explorer. Be sure to thoroughly understand what you're doing with the program before you do something regrettable.

You Can Get It Here

http://www.truecrypt.org/downloads

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Revo Uninstaller

Windows comes with a built in uninstaller which works well, but can leave remnants of a program on the hard drive and in the registry. Over time these remnants can slow a computer down. Revo Uninstaller not only uninstalls the program, but also hunts out additional folders, files and registry entries that a program may have created. The program also runs as a portable application directly from a USB drive.

There are three levels of registry searches to choose from, which find references to the program in the computer’s registry. Moderate search works for most people, but safe and advanced options are available.

For extra safety enable the options, “Make a System Restore point” before uninstalling a program and select to delete files to recycle bin, so accidental deletions are reversible.

You Can Get It Here

http://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstaller_free_download.html

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