Recommended Software For Windows XP

RegSeeker: Warning: Messing with the Windows Registry is not for novices, or the faint of heart, and it can seriously impact your PC. However, if
you're the tinkering type who wants to clean up the crud lying around in the Windows Registry, consider RegSeeker. It's free.
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IE Privacy Keeper: Keep your Web-browsing tracks clean with this free tool, which lets you schedule regular cookie, history, and cache cleanups.
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ScrubXP: Not only can Windows and your browser reveal plenty about you, so can your programs--they can give away things like what
documents you've recently viewed. Scrub XP gets rid of temporary files, plus any auto-complete and document lists that may reside in your apps.
The cost? Can you say "free"?
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Sandra 2005 Lite: This combination pack of testing and tune-up tools will help you diagnose and address issues affecting different parts of your
computer, from hard drive to memory. This handy program will help you maximize performance and spot problems early. The trial period is free,
but it costs $35 to keep.
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Restoration: In case you accidentally delete a file or two while you're doing all your spring cleaning, check out this free utility. It can find what you
tossed.
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