Useful Links, Recommended Software
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| Latest SAV Defs |
| Latest virus definition files for Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition. This is the static link to the Intelligent Updater executable on Symantec's site which can be run or unzipped. |
| Drive Snapshot |
| Drive Snapshot is the simplest, fastest way to backup and restore entire volumes / partitions. Capable of backing up the boot and/or system volume while Windows is running. Supports image file splitting, compression and encryption; full and differential backups supported; batch file / CLI support. |
| Bart Lagerweij's PE BootDisc Builder |
| Bart's PE Builder will compile and burn a Windows Preinstall Environment (PE 1.0) BootCD (XP/2k3-based CD) capable of running Win32 programs for recovery / diagnostic purposes, accessing NTFS volumes, Resetting SAM Password, and bare-metal backup restoration (using a tool like Drive Snapshot / Symantec Ghost). A variety of Plugins are available for Bart PE all over the web. |
| ImgBurn |
| The most powerful and efficient CD/DVD Burning program available for free. Supports ISO9660/UDF ISO file compilation, various bootable formats, and more. |
| LogMeIn |
| LogMeIn is a service that allows secure VNC-like remote access to a PC/Server over SSL. LogMeIn does not require TCP port-forwarding, even if the host machine is behind NAT. The free edition is a great alternative to RDP and is more secure. |
| Vyatta Open-Source Firewall |
| Vyatta offers Open-Source Cisco-class SPI firewall software for the x86 platform. It is fast, secure, highly configurable and out-performs high-end Cisco appliances when installed on appropriate hardware. |
| DD-WRT Linux-based Router |
| DD-WRT is a firmware replacement for Linksys and other consumer-grade routers that will enable high-end, advanced features including VPN, QoS, resource monitoring, SSH, L7 Packet Filtering, and much more. |
| DriveCrypt Plus Pack |
| DriveCrypt Plus Pack (by SecurStar) is the fastest and most feature-rich real-time full disk encryption software available. |
| ORB |
| Orb is a service that allows secure access to your PC's media from anywhere through Orb's MyCast web-portal over SSL. By setting up an account with Orb and installing a system service on the PC hosting the media, you can access your content from any internet-connected device, world-wide (platform-independent). |
| ffdshow Codec Package |
| ffdshow is the most complete direct-show and vfw x86 codec package based completely on open-source codecs and highly customizable. |
| Haali Matroska Splitter |
| This program installs support for .mp4 files and .mkv files in direct show based players (ie. Windows Media Player). (Open Source) |
| Windows Media Player 11 |
| Required for some streaming content. (On XP Media Center Edition, you are required to first install the following updates: dotnetfx, KB867460 and KB900325) |
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