by: BB Lee
You've purchased a brand new high tech computer. You gaze at your new monitor with pride. You are more than ready to surf the Net! But wait! Where's the software! The basic software you will need to enjoy your browsing, online safety, send and receive emails or download.
So What Now! No need to worry. If you've been on the Internet for awhile you know about the numerous freeware sites exploding across the Net.
The following are a few of the "most popular" software downloads for Internet safety, privacy, enjoyment, according to savvy computer owners.
Let's Get Started!
Antivirus-
AVG
Numerous malicious viruses circulate the Internet.
They infect your computer via attachments or a download.
This virus detection software is good and FREE!
Firewall-
Tiny Personal Firewall
Protect your computer against hackers breaking into your computer.
Passwords
Quickly Password Generator
Many sites ask you to register and select a password.
This is a fast and easy to use password generator.
http://www.quickysoftware.com/
Annoying Ads
Power Popup Killer
Kill those annoying ads with this free utility.
Email program-
Quick Send
This is a simple, basic, email program.
Internet Privacy
Internet History
Clean up that history. Deletes all your Internet surfing habits from prying eyes.
http://www.nextstepsoftwareinc.com/
Spyware Removal
Adaware
Scans your system for sneaky spyware placed there by unscrupulous marketers via downloads or Internet surfing.
Popular Download Sites:
Downloads http://www.download.com
Webattack http://www.webattack.com
Jumbo http://www.jumbo.com
Thats it! Enough free software to get the newbie started Online.