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What's the most useful lesser-known program you use?

File Converter Chocolatey FreeFileSync Ditto draw.io Processing Buffer Vivaldi KeePass
  1. Convert & compress everything in 2 clicks!

    #Video Converter #Video #File Converter 14 social mentions

  2. The sane way to manage software on Windows.
    Pricing:

    #Windows Tools #Package Manager #Front End Package Manager 251 social mentions

  3. FreeFileSync is a free open source data backup software that helps you synchronize files and folders on Windows, Linux and macOS.

    #Backup And Disaster Recovery #File Sharing And Backup #Backup & Restore 203 social mentions

  4. AutoVer is a configurable automatic or real time backup and personal versioning system.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    AutoVer run as a service. Simple, automatic real time backup to local or remote storage that uses very little RAM. PowerToys because the suite is excellent, RocketDock because it still works.

    #Cloud Storage #File Sharing #Backup & Sync 3 social mentions

  5. 5
    Easy to use interface; Search and paste previous copy entries; Keep multiple computer's clipboards in sync; Data is encrypted when sent over the network; Accessed from tray icon or global hot key; Select entry by double click, enter key or drag drop…
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    Yeah, I too love Ditto the clipboard manager. 😉.

    #Note Taking #Bookmarks #Clipboard Manager 60 social mentions

  6. Online diagramming application
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    Draw.io - more of a site, but you can download a local version, so it can be classified as software.

    #Diagrams #Flowcharts #Wireframing 714 social mentions

  7. C++ and Java programming at the speed of thought.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    NewLISP for scripting tasks. Processing to make graphics, weird PDFs, 3D animations and even to process videos. Both are free, portable and have outstanding documentation.

    #3D #VJ #Interactive Exhibits 333 social mentions

  8. 8
    Buffer makes it super easy to share any page you're reading. Keep your Buffer topped up and we automagically share them for you through the day.
    Pricing:
    Buffer.com - social post scheduling, I’m using the lowest plan.

    #Social Media Tools #Social Media Marketing #Twitter Tools 56 social mentions

  9. Vivaldi is a free, fast web browser designed for power-users. You decide how you browse. Download Vivaldi's fully customisable browser now and browse your way.

    #Web Browsers #Customisable Web Browser #Web Development Tools 157 social mentions

  10. 10
    KeePass is an open source password manager. Passwords can be stored in highly-encrypted databases, which can be unlocked with one master password or key file.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    KeePassHttp plugin for KeePass Password Safe encrypted password database. Provides safe way to auto-fill usernames and passwords on websites.

    #Security & Privacy #Password Management #Password Managers 206 social mentions

  11. See what programs are configured to startup automatically when your system boots and you login.
    Autoruns - Startup monitor for troubleshooting, removing bloatware, and system optimization.

    #OS & Utilities #Utilities #Windows Tools 302 social mentions

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