Essential Software

The software listed on this page is what we consider to be essential for ALL computers. Every program featured on this page is available on our downloads section, and is completely free.

AntiVirus/AntiSpyware

To start, your computer needs a real time Anti-Virus and Anti Spyware. Here we have chosen and tested the best free programs:

AVG Free (website)
Avira (website)
Avast (website)

Internet Browsers

Included with all Microsoft operating systems is Internet Explorer. However, we do not consider this to be the best browser available. Here are two which operate in the same way, but offer better security and features.

Mozilla Firefox (website)
Google Chrome (website)

Office Suite

Similar to above, you can get Microsoft's version of Office at a cost. However, there is a free alternative which is fully compatible with Microsoft Office.

Open Office (website)