Files we feel are important for you to have.
This list will be categorized later. Sorry for the inconvenience!
Google Toolbar — Best way to get rid of popups in Internet Explorer, and gives you a great search bar to boot! Easily accessible, easily configured, and easy to get rid of if you don't like it. Try it out, it's FREE! Requires Internet Explorer 5.0 or later for search options; IE 5.5 or later for popup blocking feature. Runs in all versions of Windows from Win 95 and up. Mac OS X users, you don't need it if you use Apple's Safari browser; it's built-in.
avast! Antivirus for Windows (free for home use) — This is our favorite FREE antivirus product for the Windows platform. It's fast, has a good interface, easy to set up and use, protects all email accounts on your system, auto-updates when it detects an internet connection… You just can't go wrong with it! Note that the free version is for home or non-profit use only, and the company asks that you register on the website (quick and painless, and we haven't received any spam by doing so after six months). Works on Windows 95 and up.
AdAware — The defacto standard in adware and spyware removal on the Windows platform. There are three versions: AdAware (Standard)(free requires manual scan), Plus (adds real-time monitoring and blocking for $26.95), and Professional (more for network scanning, added plugins for servers, $39.95). Free version is for home use only; businesses can buy the Plus or Pro versions in single or multiple license packs. Works on Windows 98 and up.