Even if you've purchased your computer primarily for work, you'll probably still want a few programs that are a bit more, well, fun. Download.com contains so many entertaining programs that you may never be productive again. We could suggest tons of games and screensavers, but we've kept the focus on essential media and communication tools.

FastStone Image ViewerYou can indeed view pictures with FastStone Image Viewer, but you also can do much more. For starters, you can convert and rename images in batches, and FastStone also provides a decent set of editing tools. There's a lot to like here, and nothing to pay.> Learn more... |
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iTunesSure, you need iTunes to patronize Apple's online music store, but there's more to this jukebox. If you've never used the program, check out our iTunes Advanced feature, which provides basic tips as well as advice for veteran users.> Learn more... |
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Quintessential PlayerOther players get more attention, but it's hard to beat Quintessential Player's efficiency, stability, and flexibility. Built to support almost any plug-in format, this freeware tool offers a fine video player, CD ripping, and MP3 converting.> Learn more... |
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CDBurnerXP ProDon't let this free product's name fool you--CDBurnerXP Pro does more than you think on more platforms. Not only does it burn CDs, it also lets you write to DVDs, create ISO files, rip audio CDs, and print simple covers. It runs on Windows 98, Me, and 2000, in addition to XP.> Learn more... |
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TrillianRunning multiple chat clients simultaneously can kill system performance. Trillian lets you talk to Yahoo, AIM, MSN, and ICQ contacts via one interface. Stop fooling with multiple windows, user names, and passwords, and enjoy one-stop chatting.> Learn more... |
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SkypePlace free PC-to-PC voice calls around the world via VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) technology. You'll need to pay to call a landline or cellular phones, but this is one technology that's on its way up.> Learn more... |
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