Life on the web requires a certain software toolset. While most of these tools are not web development related, they are necessary for anyone who wants to maintain a safe and efficient web experience. This Utilities section provides recommendations for software that fits in one of two categories:
Web Utilities
We cover software directly related to life on the web: Web browsers, email clients, firewalls, anti-virus software etc. As usual we try to find software that is relatively inexpensive or free. However, when it comes to some of the “protection” software such as anti-virus ware, we recommend products that do cost a little more. When it comes to protecting a pc, there is no need to skimp.
PC Utilities
Can’t access the web if the pc is running slow or is corrupted. We recommended software that keeps a pc humming along. We also recommended various tools that make a pc a far more powerful tool. Items such as desktop search, zip utilities and the like add a further dimension to the capabilities of a basic pc.
Our goal is to equip readers with a basic toolset. As always, we try to pick tools that are very beginner friendly. Look over the menu on the left and find our recommendations for a variey of utilities.
