Firefox 31.0

By Mozilla Organization  (Freeware)

Mozilla Firefox is a fast, light and tidy open source web browser. At its public launch in 2004 Mozilla Firefox was the first browser to challenge Microsoft Internet Explorer’s dominance. Since then, Mozilla Firefox has consistently featured in the top 3 most popular browsers globally. Although the browser's market share is lower for OS X, it is still one of the most popular browsers available on the Mac platform. The key features that have made Mozilla Firefox so popular are the simple and effective UI, browser speed and strong security capabilities. The browser is particularly popular with developers thanks to its open source development and active community of advanced users.

Easier Browsing

Mozilla put of a lot of resources into creating a simple but effective UI aimed at making browsing quicker and easier. They created the tab structure that has been adopted by most other browsers. In recent years Mozilla has also focused on maximizing browsing area by simplifying toolbar controls to just a Firefox button (which contains settings and options) and back/forward buttons. The URL box features direct Google searching as well as an auto predict/history feature called Awesome Bar. On the right side of the URL box there are bookmarking, history and refresh buttons. To the right of the URL box is a search box which allows you to customize your search engine options. Outside of that a view button controls what you see below the URL. Next to that you have the download history and home buttons.

Speed

Mozilla Firefox boasts impressive page load speeds thanks to the excellent JagerMonkey JavaScript engine. Start up speed and graphics rendering are also among the quickest in the market. Firefox manages complex video and web content using layer-based Direct2D and Driect3D graphics systems. Crash protection ensures only the plugin causing the issue stops working, not the rest of the content being browsed. Reloading the page restarts any affected plugins. The tab system and Awesome Bar have been streamlined to launch/get results very quickly too. One criticism of Mozilla Firefox for Mac has been that flash videos played through the browser can temporarily consume 100% of your CPU causing your Mac to momentarily freeze.

Security

Firefox was the first browser to introduce a private browsing feature which allows you to use the internet more anonymously and securely. History, searches, passwords, downloads, cookies and cached content are all removed on shutdown. Minimizing the chances of another user stealing your identity or finding confidential information. Content security, anti-phishing technology and antivirus/antimalware integration ensures your browsing experience is as safe as possible.

Personalisation & Development


One of the best features of the Firefox UI is customization. Simply right click on the navigation toolbar to customize individual components or just drag and drop items you want to move around. The inbuilt Firefox Add-ons Manager allows you to discover and install add-ons within the browser as well as view ratings, recommendations and descriptions. Thousands of customizable themes allow you to customize the look and feel of your browser. Site authors and developers can create advanced content and applications using Mozilla’s open source platform and enhanced API.

                                    Technical

Title: Firefox 31.0

Filename: firefox31.0.dmg

File size: 60.09MB (63,012,227 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: August 4, 2014

Author: Mozilla Organization

www.mozilla.org

Homepage: www.mozilla.com/firefox/


MD5 Checksum: B9243A8CD4A537C2B074342B4D311F0A

03:49

Avast 9.0

By Avast Software  (Freeware)

Avast! Free Antivirus for Mac is the free version of the popular AV program. Efficient and comprehensive, it's popularity stems from the reliable and trustworthy brand that Avast have created. Although virus and malware issues are not as prevalent on the Mac platform, there are still a few serious ones out there you will need protection from. Avast! Free Antivirus key features are the easy UI, optimized scanning options and continuously updated database of virus definitions.

Simple, improved UI

The 2014 version includes a much simpler and quicker to use UI. Key features can be easily reached in the sidebar and the homepage is now customizable so you can access the tools you use most often directly. The overall appearance is clean and uncluttered, with buttons intuitively labelled and positioned.

Comprehensive Protection

Avast are constantly updating their database of virus definitions, meaning your computer will be protected against the latest spyware, viruses and potentially hazardous websites. Avast’s large and active community quickly alerts the development team of new security threats which are swiftly countered and added to Avast’s significant database. The browser add-on further improves computer security with features like cookie and social tracking blocking.

Speed

Avast! Free Antivirus comes with 5 standard scanning options based on depth and speed. Rapid scan will suffice in most cases - targeting removable media and the files you select, identifying security threats in usually less than a minute. A startup scan will launch automatically on boot up and is a useful, regular security check. The optimized scan engine in the 2014 version means scanning of text content is 10 times faster than previous versions. Scanning of EXE files is around 2 times faster. Improved memory usage means Avast! Free Antivirus should cause less strain on your system so you can continue with other tasks faster.

Summary


Avast! Free Antivirus is definitely one of the best free total security managers available. It is relatively lightweight and efficient, while still providing comprehensive security protection. The browser add on can slow browsing speed and the scanning might not be as detailed as some premium antivirus options. But the simple, effective UI and strong security capabilities make Avast! Free Antivirus a very good choice for those looking for free computer security.

                                      Technical

Title: Avast 9.0

Filename: avast_free_antivirus_mac_setup.dmg

File size: 128.25MB (134,482,490 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: August 4, 2014

Author: Avast Software

www.avast.com


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03:46

CCleaner for Mac 1.08.302

By Piriform  (Freeware)

While CCleaner has been the most popular PC maintenance tool for over a decade, it is relatively new to the Mac platform. Piriform’s CCleaner is a quick and easy to use program which makes your Mac faster and more secure. CCleaner removes cookies, temporary files and various other unused data that clogs up your operating system. This frees up valuable hard disk space allowing your system to run faster. Removing this data also protects your anonymity meaning you can browse online more securely. The simple, intuitive UI may not appeal to all Mac users but what it lacks in looks it makes up for in efficiency. Rapid 1 click analysis and cleaning settings make CCleaner a very easy way to improve your Mac performance quickly. Some of Windows features are missing - the Uninstaller, Drive Wiper and Tools, probably due to Apple's sandboxing.

A Faster Computer

Browsing the internet your computer picks up a whole host of unnecessary files, cookies and history. The same thing happens when you run most programs on your computer – lots of temporary files and settings are saved. CCleaner removes these unused files and settings to free up valuable hard drive space, enabling your system to run faster. The default settings only focus on typical junk files and locations so you’re unlikely to lose important information unless you alter these. A Startup Cleaner also helps you to identify and remove unused programs running in the background when you start your computer. This makes the startup time shorter and puts less strain on your hard drive throughout use.

More Secure Browsing

Advertisers and websites track your behaviour online with cookies. Saved passwords, cached data and internet histories make your identity less secure. CCleaner removes these files to make your browsing experience confidential, meaning you are less likely to suffer from identity theft and/or online fraud. The military grade Drive Wiper ensures any data you want to be permanently deleted, stays deleted.

Customisable Cleaning

CCleaner Tools and Options tabs allow you to customise cleaning options to fit your needs. If you are not a savvy user, you might want to stick with the safe default settings.

Summary

CCleaner has earned its position at the top of the freeware cleaners offering the sort of features premium programs struggle to compete with. The clean, intuitive UI makes it one of the easiest programs to use, but don’t let its size and simplicity fool you. This is a powerful utility for improving your Mac's performance. Piriform’s regular update process means CCleaner is constantly improving and its popularity will continue to grow.

                                    Technical

Title: CCleaner for Mac 1.08.302

Filename: CCMacSetup108.dmg

File size: 2.31MB (2,426,454 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: July 29, 2014

Author: Piriform

www.piriform.com

Homepage: www.piriform.com


MD5 Checksum: B88633C0EFA48E94A3AEAEBB81772B83

03:40

Google Chrome 36.0.1985.125

By Google  (Open Source)

Google’s game changing browser Chrome for Mac combines sophisticated technology with a simple UI, to create a faster, safer and easier browsing experience. Google’s rapid and continuous development cycle ensures Chrome for Mac continues to close in on Safari's dominant position in the Mac browser market.

Speed

We thought Firefox was good but Chrome not only beats it for speed, it also takes less strain on Mac CPU. Which means not only will your browsing be quicker, but so too will other applications you're running at the same time. Google Chrome launches extremely quickly, runs applications at speed thanks to a powerful JavaScript engine and loads pages rapidly using the WebKit open source rendering engine. Add to this quicker search and navigation options from the simplified UI and you have a browser that is damn hard to beat on speed.

Clean, simple UI

While this was a revolutionary area for PC users, Mac users were already used to slimline looking browsers thanks to Safari. We think Chrome improved on this further though - the simple UI hasn’t changed much since the beta launch in 2008. Google focused on trimming down unnecessary toolbar space to maximise browsing real estate. The browser is made up of 3 rows of tools, the top layer horizontally stacks automatically adjusting tabs, next to a simple new tabs icon and the standard minimize, expand & close windows controls. The middle row includes 3 navigation controls (Back, Forward & Stop/Refresh), a URL box which also allows direct Google web searching and a star bookmarking icon. Extensions and browser settings icons line up to the right of the URL box. The third row is made up of bookmark folders and installed apps. Easily overlooked now, this clean UI was a breath of fresh air compared to the overcrowded toolbars of popular browsers pre-2008.

Privacy

Another hugely popular feature, Incognito mode allows you to browse privately by disabling history recording, reducing traceable breadcrumbs and removing tracking cookies on shutdown. Chrome’s settings also allow you to customize regular browsing privacy preferences.

Security

Chrome’s Sandboxing prevents malware automatically installing on your Mac or affecting other browser tabs. Chrome also has Safe Browsing technology built in with malware and phishing protection that warns you if you encounter a website suspected of containing malicious software/activity. Regular automatic updates ensure security features are up to date and effective.

Customization

A vast selection of apps, extensions, themes and settings make your browsing experience unique to you. Improve productivity, security, navigation speed, pretty much anything you can think of with apps and extensions from the Google Chrome Store. Install themes created by top artists or make your own using mychrometheme.com. Sign in with your Google Account to back up your contacts, preferences, history as well as access all your Google tools with a single login.

The program provider has restricted distribution of older versions of this product. Urhippo apologises for any inconvenience caused.

                                       Technical

Title: Google Chrome 36.0.1985.125

Filename: googlechrome.dmg

File size: 58.12MB (60,946,802 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Open Source

Date added: July 30, 2014

Author: Google

www.google.com

Homepage: www.google.com


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02:59

iTunes 11.2.1

By Apple Inc (Freeware) 
iTunes is a free application for Mac and PC. It plays all your digital music and video. It syncs content to your iPod, iPhone, and Apple TV. And it's an entertainment superstore that stays open 24/7.

Organize your music into playlists
Edit file information
Record compact discs
Copy files to an iPod or other digital audio player
Purchase music and videos on the Internet through the built-in iTunes store
Run a visualizer to display graphical effects in time to the music

Encode music into a number of different audio formats.

                                  

                                      Technical

Title: iTunes 11.2.1

Filename: iTunes11.2.1.dmg

File size: 224.26MB (235,153,354 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: May 21, 2014

Author: Apple Inc

www.apple.com

MD5 Checksum: EBFB673E7991A96823E67286982C5B82

02:51

Adobe Reader 11.0.06

By Adobe Systems Inc  (Freeware)
Adobe Reader is the most popular programs in the world for viewing, creating, managing and manipulating PDF (Portable Document Format) files. It is the standard that all other PDF readers are judged against. PDF became the file format of choice for businesses thanks to its cross platform flexibility and security capabilities. Adobe Reader has always led this field, however users have complained later versions contain too many extensions causing slow loading times.

Simple UI

Adobe Reader’s UI is simple and intuitive. Classic tools (text selection, zoom, snapshots, find, etc.) can be accessed from the top navigation menu and buttons. The latest version also includes advanced Tools (create, export, send and store options), Sign and Comment features. You can share iterations, comments and signatures by email or using the Adobe SendNow service.

Security

Adobe Reader XI is the safest version Adobe have released. This is mainly due the new Protected Mode which loads potentially hazardous items and code in a sandboxed area, isolated from the rest of your system.

Speed


There have been some criticisms over Adobe Reader’s speed compared to other lightweight PDF readers. It’s true; Adobe Reader does have more plugins and extensions than most PDF readers which can slow operation. That being said the difference for the average user is negligible and those add-ons can be disabled if they are not required. In terms of general operation, Adobe Reader renders documents with high detail and true colour reproduction quickly. Later editions have also had work done to improve Adobe Reader’s impact on memory usage so you should find multitasking takes less strain on your system.

                                     Technical

Title: Adobe Reader 11.0.06

Filename: AdbeRdr11006_en_US.dmg

File size: 77.00MB (80,738,315 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: May 7, 2014

Author: Adobe Systems Inc

www.adobe.com

Homepage: www.adobe.com


MD5 Checksum: 3230509176227E69F576E3C25A0E3010

02:45

VLC Media Player 2.1.5

By VideoLAN.org  (Open Source

VLC Media Player is the most popular and robust multi format, free media player available. Its popularity has been aided by compatibility and codec issues which render competitor media players like QuickTime, itunes and RealPlayer useless to many popular video and music file formats. The easy, basic UI and huge array of customization options mean few free media players can match VLC.

Flexibility

VLC plays almost any video or music file format you can find. At its launch this was a revolution compared to the default media players most people were using that often crashed or displayed “codecs missing” error messages when trying to play media files. VLC can play MPEG, AVI, RMBV, FLV, QuickTime, WMV, MP4 and a shed load of other media file formats. For a full list of compatible file formats please click here. Not only can VLC Media Player handle loads of different formats, VLC can also playback partial or incomplete media files so you can preview downloads before they finish.

Easy to Use

VLC’s UI is definitely a case of function over format. The basic look does however make the player extremely easy to use. Simply drag and drop files to play or open them using files and folders then use the classic media navigation buttons to play, pause, stop, skip, edit playback speed, change the volume, brightness, etc. A huge variety of skins and customization options mean the standard appearance shouldn’t be enough to prevent you choosing VLC as your default media player.

Advanced Options

Don’t let VLC Media Player’s simple interface fool you, within the playback, audio, video, tools and view tabs are a huge variety of player options. You can play with synchronization settings including a graphic equalizer with multiple pre-sets, overlays, special effects, AtmoLight video effects, audio spatializer and customizable range compression settings. You can even add subtitles to videos by adding the SRT file to the video’s folder.

Summary


VLC Media Player is quite simply the most versatile, stable and high quality free media player available. It has rightly dominated the free media player market for over 10 years now and looks like it may for another 10 thanks to the constant development and improvement by VideoLAN Org.

                                      Technical
Title: VLC Media Player 2.1.5

Filename: vlc-2.1.5.dmg

File size: 31.97MB (33,519,849 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Open Source

Date added: July 30, 2014

Author: VideoLAN.org

www.videolan.org

Homepage: www.videolan.org


MD5 Checksum: F318C8EEFF70EB8443F6EF56C16F6D32

02:40

uTorrent 1.8.4

By uTorrent  (Freeware)


uTorrent is one of the world's most popular torrent clients.

It's full of useful features such as scheduling, bandwidth prioritization and compatibility with BitComet-Mainline DHT. uTorrent also supports peer exchange and the Protocol Encryption joint specification (compatible with Vuze / Azureus 2.4.0.0 and above and BitComet 0.63 and above).

Unlike many other torrent clients available, uTorrent does not eat away at valuable system resources; in fact, the program typically runs on approx. 6MB of memory. uTorrent is contained within a single executable file, smaller than 1 MB.

Features include:

BitTorrent Labs icon to the status bar
Help menu items for bundle and BitTorrent Labs
Change logging in settings to remove OpenX
Keyboard shortcut to refresh ads now
Overlay image when "i" is hovered over
Custom PDD
Teredo Tunneling / IPv6 support
UPnP support for all versions of Windows
Peer exchange
Protocol Encryption
The customization options for icons, toolbar graphics and status icon replacements are vast, you can even create your own. uTorrent incorporates localization support and has language support; therefore it will automatically change to your 

system language.

The uTorrent software was designed to use only minimal resources, yet still offering the functionality comparable to larger BitTorrent clients. uTorrent is very user-friendly; the program updates are not scheduled and are only released when thoroughly tested. This product is available for all major releases of OS X.


µTorrent provides high quality service in a tiny package.

                                    Technical

Title: uTorrent 1.8.4

Filename: uTorrent.dmg

File size: 1.32MB (1,385,181 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: May 7, 2014

Author: uTorrent

www.utorrent.com


MD5 Checksum: B4931077E57BCA7877B3131B247E174C

02:34

Adobe Photoshop CS6

By Adobe Systems Inc  (Commercial Trial)

Adobe Photoshop needs no introduction. It has been the world’s most popular app for optimizing and editing images for more than twenty years. The introduction of Adobe Photoshop CS6 further cements the program's dominant position in the market.

Adobe Photoshop’s newest release CS6 is no exception to the venerable rule of Adobe quality. It comes with numerous new tools and features that make your graphics work quicker and easier, streamlining the entire process and while still allowing you to develop amazing pictures.

If you are considering the idea of installing Adobe Photoshop CS6 have a look at some of the key features below.

Mercury Graphics Engine

Allows you to instantly see results when you are using the puppet warp, distortion and liquefy tools. Image changes can be seen in real time, allowing you to navigate all your Photoshop documents and workspace more fluidly.

Newest Crop Tool

The crop tool in Adobe Photoshop CS6 has changed dramatically from the older version. The tool automatically selects the complete image, offering a wide range of preset features and other popular picture composition tools. It lets you quickly and easily modify the image, along with providing access to the legacy controls.

Painless Video Creation

The Adobe Photoshop CS6 team has made efforts to make video more intensive and effective. This tool is available in both standard and expanded version allowing quick trimming, removal and addition of image management, audio and other export formats.

Adaptive Wide Angle

This tool helps you easily straighten the images in wide angle or panorama as well as fish eyed pictures.

Background Save

It is possible to save pictures in the background while the user is working on another image. This means there is no slow down in work flow and you do not have to wait for big files to write on the disk, increasing your overall productivity.

Awesome Blur Effects

Adobe Photoshop CS6 provides an awesome blur gallery that allows you to choose a perfect blur effect for your image. This tool gives you the ability to blur the entire image or just a selected area, making it a great tool for retouching.

Bottom Line


So if you are looking to edit your images with speed, power and productivity using the latest design tools, Photoshop CS6 is probably the best program out there.

                                     Technical

Title: Adobe Photoshop CS6

Filename: Photoshop_CS6_13_0_6_upd.dmg

File size: 129.11MB (135,385,970 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Commercial Trial

Date added: April 22, 2014

Author: Adobe Systems Inc

www.adobe.com


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02:23

Skype 6.19.0.442

By Microsoft  (Freeware)

Skype is the most popular free voice-over IP and instant messaging service globally. It allows users to text, video and voice call over the internet. Users can also call landlines and mobiles at competitive rates using Skype credit, premium accounts and subscriptions. Skype uses P2P technology to connect users on a multitude of platforms including desktop, mobile and tablet. The call quality (depending on your internet signal) and additional features like conversation history, conference calling and secure file transfer are excellent. There have been some criticisms over the programs bandwidth usage and security vulnerabilities.

New & Mac Features

The UI has been refined to improve compatibility with OS X Mavericks and minor audio bugs have also been addressed on the Mac platform. Skype's new contacts list can be integrated with your Mac address book, making searching for contacts much easier. Renaming contacts means you no longer need to search by skype name. Video conferencing is free for up to 10 participants and is also much easier now with the simple call window where you add/remove participants and avoid the distractions of other contacts and conversations that are minimized into the corner of the interface. Microsoft's influence can be seen with the integration of Microsoft Live accounts and the ability to sync those contacts into Skype. Facebook integrations are starting to creep into the newest versions of Skype too.
Skype Calling

Once you’ve downloaded and installed Skype, you will need to create a user profile and unique Skype name. You can then search for other users in the Skype directory or call them directly using their Skype name. Voice chat comes with conference calling, secure file transfer and a highly secure end to end encryption. Video chat is available on higher bandwidth connections and makes keeping up with distant family/friends much more interactive. Video conferencing and the Screenshare features make Skype popular with the corporate market. Skype’s text chat client features group chat, chat history, message editing and emoticons. Skype also enables calls to landlines and mobiles using a premium paid service.

Easy to Use

Skype’s UI is very intuitive and easy to use. All the classic messaging service features like profiles, online status, contacts and recent history are displayed in the left navigation. Here you will also find the Skype directory, group options, a search box and premium calling buttons. The right side (main window) opens the content you select. For individual contacts you will see a text message box, chat history and calling options.

Call Quality

On fast internet connections Skype call quality is excellent for both voice and video calls. The hybrid peer-to-peer client server system means the sound quality is better than most VoIP services. That being said, if you do have a slower internet connection, voice calls may be interrupted or delayed. Video calls will be intermittent and pixelated. Text chat will only be affected by very poor connections. The call quality button will give you detailed information on the expected call quality for each of your contacts (as the quality depends on both parties internet connection).

Summary

If you’re looking for a reliable and easy to use VoIP client, you’ll find it hard to beat Skype. Microsoft’s purchase of Skype in 2011 has further stabilized the platform and accelerated development as Microsoft used Skype to replace its aging messaging service Windows Live Messenger. Click on the green download button to give it a try.

Microsoft no longer allows hosting of their installers. So we are redirecting to their download page.

                                      Technical

Title: Skype 6.19.0.442

Filename: Skype_6.19.0.442.dmg

File size: 41.87MB (43,903,090 bytes)

Requirements: Mac OS X

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: July 31, 2014

Author: Microsoft

www.microsoft.com


MD5 Checksum: E2A217DBE0C31788F6E34B992C7499D3

02:17

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5.6

By Adobe Systems Inc  (Commercial Trial)

Lightroom is Adobe’s state-of-the-art professional photo development, manipulation and organization software. Lightroom’s powerful features enable users to transform RAW photographs into beautiful images of any kind. Sharpness, contrast, tone, white-balance and color can be adjusted in fine detail manually or through a large range of default and downloadable presets. Styles such as black and white, sepia, high contrast color and velvia are applied with one click. To organize photographs, Lightroom provides a concept of catalogues and collections that can include one or multiple images from various folders on your hard-drive or other media sources. The book module makes for easy creation of photo books or brochures which can be saved as PDF to be ordered at online print services. Lightroom is capable of importing AVCHD-Videos to extract single JPG images for further processing. Pictures with GPS data can be shown on its location on Google Maps.

Images formats: Camera Raw, DNG, TIFF, JPG, Photoshop (PSD) and others
Video formats: AVI, MOV, MP4 and others

                                        Technical

Title: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5.6

Filename: Lightroom_5_LS11_win_5_6.exe

File size: 930.94MB (976,158,128 bytes)

Requirements: Windows Vista / Windows7 / XP64 / Vista64 / Windows7 64 / Windows8 / Windows8 64

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Commercial Trial

Date added: August 1, 2014

Author: Adobe Systems Inc

www.adobe.com

Homepage: www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-lightroom.html


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11:37