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10 Great Free Software Programs and Applications (OK some of them are software cheap!)

If you're like me, are curious about software and applications that were not originally included with the computer and find an endless array of relatively cheap or free software offered online. These are my 10 favorites which are indispensable to me. I have divided into two categories: Free Software and Software flights.

Free Software Applications I Love:

Auslogics Registry Defrag Auslogics Disk Defrag and – in fact there are two major open source applications – I've cheated and counted as a single! Auslogics Registry Defrag quickly covenants and optimizes Windows Registry equipment by removing gaps and wasted space outside that can improve performance. Auslogics Disk Defrag accelerates quickly and eliminate computer crashes by defragmenting the file system.

Belarc Advisor builds a detailed profile private of computer software and hardware along with missing Microsoft hotfixes, anti-virus status, and landmarks Internet Security. The results are shown in web browser. All your profile information is kept private on your PC and not sent to any web server.

Mike's Marketing Tools rankings search engine rankings provides immediate, online website in 8 major search engines and Web directories such as Google, Yahoo Search, MSN, AOL, AltaVista, AllTheWeb, Yahoo Directory and Open Directory (DMOZ). Excellent for anyone with a website.

Torrent Harvester search for Torrents on multiple websites and compiles them into a single list. Torrent Harvester works similarly to Google, but it is only for Torrents. If you click a torrent in the list from a website torrent, the torrent is downloaded without leaving the page.

VLC Media Player – I prefer VLC Media Player for Windows Media Player, since it seems to play other media formats (without adding more codecs) and for some reason seems to sound better in my team and (maybe this is my imagination!). VLC is a portable multi-media platform to support a large number of multimedia formats need additional codecs. Features including video on demand and on the fly transcoding.

Download VLC Player to compare and see all its features and playable media.

Cheap Software Love (under $ 40):

(ESET) NOD32 – Major anti-virus software that allows your computer to run faster than most computers running anti-virus software because it requires less memory and CPU power, making more room for web browsing, games, email and more. Offers speed of file scanning and product updates and runs quietly in the background while threats accurately identifying known and unknown. He is recognized for having zero false positives. Nod 32 ThreadSense Technology offers great protection against Internet threats.

(Uniblue) speed up my PC easily ensures your PC is automatically optimized for maximum efficiency. It increased my broadband speed greatly Internet downloads. In 2008, the software now comes with free software Uniblue System Tweaker speeding to start and shut down times and makes Windows more stable and secure.

(TuneUp Utilities) fast 1-Click Maintenance clean your registry and hard drive with one click. 1-Click Maintenance is part of the software and basic application that use it.

(Webroot) Window Washing removes traces of websites visited, clean the cache of browsers such as IE, Firefox, Opera and more and removes extraneous files that slow speed your computer.

(RARLAB) WinRar is the perfect software for me to open ZIP, RAR, CAB, ARJ, LZH, ACE, TAR, GZip, UUE, ISO, BZIP2, Z and 7-Zip files. It's fast and great for media files and automatically recognizes and selects the best the best compression.

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Space for Kids DVD $18.95 Space for Kids Interactive DVD Never before has space exploration been this much fun! This amazong DVD contains three hours of video in a fun interactive format that kids of all ages will enjoy. Explore and learn about nearly everything imaginable on space in the last 50 years. Planets, Deep Space, Manned Space Missions, Space Shuttles – over 60 subjects.Kids and the whole family can explore interactive menus one subject at a time and at their own pace. As as a special bonus, this DVD includes puzzles and games that you can play on your home computer. Features: Over 60 Space Subjects Over 3 Hours of Video Interactive Menus Bonus Computer Fun & Games

Space – Songs About Space $15.95 Space – Songs that teach about space exploration, astronauts, gravity, satellites and more On this NASA approved CD, kids learn about gravity, space travel and famous astronauts! The songs are fun and factual for the young astronaut who dreams of becoming a space traveler! They?ll learn the history of space travel, the possibility of living in space someday, weightlessness, satelites, what’s required of an astronaut, and more. APPROVED AND RECOMMENDED BY NASA. This CD and Booklet is meant for Ages 4 to 9 The Space CD / Book Set includes: Music CD 24-page Activity Book with lyrics diagrams quiz A letter from NASA Researcher Dr. Lyn Bandurant explaining why he likes working at NASA. Song Titles: When I Grow Up I Want To Be An Astronaut It’s Called Cooperation Many Jobs To Choose From I’m Feeling Light As A Feather You’re An Astronaut I’ll Be An Astronaut Medley Can We Live In Space? Famous Astronauts Stepping Out In Space With The MMU What Is A Satellite? Heroes Of Our Time Space Colonies tos

LIFTOFF Space Simulation Software $34.95 LIFTOFF is the first in a series of space simulations. There is almost no limit to what you can do with this long awaited – very cool – software!Take a virtual tour of the space shuttle, take it apart and reassemble it, manipulate it and experiment with weightlessness. You’ll even find detailed virtual reality animations.Discover the history of Space Exploration including the history of rocketry and the space race, a much-needed glossary of acronyms and a timeline extending from the 17th century. Plus you’ll find teacher material and resources included!And, last but not least and our favorite…astronaut training! Feel the power as you launch into space and take command of the Space Shuttle from launch through orbit, solve problems, deal with emergencies, talk to Mission Control and roam in weightlessness through the Shuttle cockpit and crew area.Please note: Internet access is not required to run this software but you will need it if you want to access the links for careers in space exploration and other links included in this software. For all system requirements or a preview of this product, Clickhere ! This will open a new window. After you finish the preview, simply close that window and you will be right back here at The Space Store.tos

Gemini 11 Flown Heatshield $149.95 For the first time a reentry was completely controlled by a computer during Gemini 11. Dick Gordon and Charles Conrad set a new altitude record with 850 miles during the 3-day flight. This Spaceflori presentation bears a fragment of the flown Gemini 11 heatshield and comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity plus a fact sheet about Gemini 11. The source of this heatshield fragment was a larger block of heatshield encased into lucite as a presentation piece given to VIP’s and NASA workers as recognition for their work in the space program. Your presentation package includes : 8×10 color glossy presentation – ready to mat and frame Flown fragment of Gemini 11 heatshield Certificate of authenticity Attractive Gemini 11 fact sheet with interesting facts about the mission No discounts allowed for this presentation. This item ships separately, no rush shipping is available for this item.

Apollo 10 Flown Coldplate Shielding $185 Apollo 10 became the dress rehearsal for the first lunar landing mission Apollo 11. Astronauts John Young, Gene Cernan and Tom Stafford extensively tested the Lunar Module in lunar orbit may 1969. This presentation bears a part of a flown “coldplate” of Apollo 10 and comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity plus a fact sheet about Apollo 10. The source of this coldplate is the Mascoutah Air and Space Museum. The coldplate was used to shield critical computer components in the command module. Your presentation package includes : 8×10 color glossy presentation – ready to mat and frame Flown piece of coldplate from the Apollo 10 command module Certificate of authenticity Attractive Apollo 10 fact sheet with interesting facts about the mission No discounts allowed for this presentation. This item ships separately, no rush shipping is available for this item.

Women Astronauts Book & CD-ROM $23.95 Women Astronauts This book is a must for any girl or young woman who wants to learn about women astronauts. How did they become astronauts? Read about every woman who has ever flown in space…their childhood, training, everyday lives, and of course, their actual missions into space! Also, find out what it takes to become an astronaut, about the selection process, training, and what it’s like to live and work as an astronaut in space, and here on Earth. In 1963, Cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova was the first woman in space. But few people know that several American women also tried to get into space in the early 1960′s but never became NASA astronauts. Read their story and how attitudes towards women in space changed with the 1978 selection of six women astronauts. Put the CD-ROM into your computer and watch America’s first woman astronaut Sally Ride rocket into space, Shannon Lucid float on the Mir Space Station, and Susan Helms work on the International Space Station. Fly through the ISS. Watch interviews with several women astronauts. This is a fun, inspirational book for girls and young women who are interested in space exploration and becoming an astronaut. This book is also for anyone who wants to learn about women astronauts, what they do, and how they got to where they are today.The books would also make excellent guides for in-class discussions. Parents homeschooling their daughters, and who may be wondering where to find information on possible career fields, will want to include these books in the family library as well. Each biography gives readers a glimpse at the personal perspective, education, experience, and special honors each the astronauts have received. Their stories, albeit moderate in length, are inspirational and contain an abundance of information. The book is written in a direct and positive manner, and parents can feel comfortable with the content. A photograph accompanies each biography. Women Astronauts includes a CD-Rom with video interviews of eight of the women profiled. Book Details Paperback: 168 pages Publisher: Collector’s Guide Publishing Inc; Bk&CD-Rom edition (July 1, 2002) Language: English Product Dimensions: 10 x 6.9 x 0.4 inches And, click here to see our female astronaut action figure.

Solar System for Kids $17.95 Solar System for Kids This amazing DVD contains over one hour of video in a fun interactive format that kids of all ages will enjoy. Explore and learn about all the planets and their moons, asteroids, comets and more. Max and Blinker take you on a action-filled journey to the palnets!Kids and the whole family can explore interactive menus on each planet, take a ‘virtual tour’ or try the ‘Name That Planet’ game. As a special bonus, this DVD includes puzzles and games that you can play on your home computer! Features: Planets, Moons, Asteroids and More Fun, interactive Extras Bonus Computer Fun & Games

LIFTOFF Space Simulation Software – School Site License Version $595 This is the School Version of our best-selling space simulationsoftware.  The school license version includes 2 LIFTOFF CDs – an enhancedCD (like the individual one we sell) plus an HTML version for the web.  Thesecond CD contains the LIFTOFF HTML version, lesson plans and the teacher’sguide (PDF).  The School Site License is for unlimited copies per schoolsite (building) location. LIFTOFF is the first in a series of space simulations. There is almost no limit to what you can do with thissoftware!Take a virtual tour of the space shuttle, take it apart and reassemble it, manipulate it and experiment with weightlessness. You’ll even find detailed virtual reality animations.Discover the history of Space Exploration including the history of rocketry and the space race, a much-needed glossary of acronyms and a timeline extending from the 17th century. Plus you’ll find teacher material and resources included!And, last but not least and our favorite…astronaut training! Feel the power as you launch into space and take command of the Space Shuttle from launch through orbit, solve problems, deal with emergencies, talk to Mission Control and roam in weightlessness through the Shuttle cockpit and crew area.  Please note: Internet access is not required to run this software but you will need it if you want to access the links for careers in space exploration and other links included in this software. For all system requirements or a preview of this product, Clickhere ! This will open a new window. After you finish the preview, simply close that window and you will be right back here at The Space Store. RUSH SHIPPING NOT AVAILABLE

The Keck Telescope Model Kit $18.95 The Keck Telescope To get an idea of the scale of this giant Earth-based telescope, notice the tiny railings surrounding the central hexagon and its jutting platforms. They’re a little taller than waist-height. The twin Keck Telescopes, on Mauna Kea in Hawaii, are indeed huge. They each have four times the light-collecting area of the 200-inch Hale Telescope on Mount Palomar, which, until Keck, was the world’s premier astronomical telescope. Builders of the massive Hale had reached the limit of their technology. A telescope of Hale’s construction having 4x its light collecting area would have had about eight times its mass – technically and financially an impossibility to construct. But the Keck Telescopes are not massive behemoths of the old school. Their use of computers, and highly advanced mechanical and systems designs have introduced a new paradigm. This Space Craft SCIENCE KIT shows exactly what that new paradigm is. As you build the structure, you see first hand how strong the lightweight structure becomes by virtue of its design. You see exactly how all 36 lightweight mirror segments are floated by computer-controlled actuators which maintain the overall mirror’s perfect shape. And you can see exactly where the sensors are that let the computer do that. You see how stable its mounting system is (Keck uses a computer-controlled azimuth-elevation mounting system, a departure from the equatorial systems of older telescopes, with their asymmetric load bearing). All these concepts become perfectly clear, right at your fingertips. But let’s go back to those waist-high railings. The scale of this model is close to the model-railroad “N” guage, so it isn’t hard to find tiny plastic human figures or vehicles which, when displayed with the Keck model, illustrate its startling size.

"To The Cosmos" Giclee Print 11 x 14 or 16 x 24 $45 “To The Cosmos” Giclee Print 11 x 14 or 16 x 24 The 11 X 14 is $45 and the 16 x 24 is $85 Designed in the 1960s, the Soyuz spacecraft has been a mainstay of Russian space flight for the past 4 decades. With the retirement of the Space Shuttle, the Soyuz has become the primary vehicle in the world for manned space flight. Steadily upgraded through the years, the Soyuz TMA features glass cockpit displays and state of the art computer systems. With an unequaled record for safety and shear number of flights, the Soyuz is a remarkable piece of Russian engineering and truly a spacecraft for all mankind.Soyuz TMAIn order to provide the highest quality artwork to our valued customers and patrons, all our prints are only printed by a professional printing company on Heavyweight Archival Paper using Epson Ultrachrome professional archival inks. We understand your art purchase is personal and our printing process ensures your treasured print will last for many years. The Matt Size for the 11″ x 14″ is 13″ x 16″. The Matt size for the 16″ x 24″ is 18″ x 26″ Prints are signed by the artist and feature an extra 1″ border to allow for matting and framing Note the images shown may contain a copyright or watermark. This is not present on the actual print About Giclees: In giclee printing, no screen or other mechanical devices are used and therefore there is no visible dot screen pattern. The image has all the tonalities and hues of the original painting. Giclees are regarded as superior to lithographs

Space Bingo $15.95 Space Bingo This Space Bingo game is a great way to learn about the basics of space science. Game contains 6 picture boards for 2-6 players, 42 informative cards and chips. Space Bingo was made possible by the support and contributions from NASA and the Kennedy Space Center. Features: 2 to 6 players can play For ages 3 and up 42 informative cards and chips

Sex In Space $17.95 Sex In Space by Laura S. Woodmansee, author of Women Astronauts and Women of SpaceAs hoteliers design zero-gravity hotel suites for out-of-this-world unions and with the first honeymoon in space already scheduled, this provocative account reveals the truth about romantic rendezvous in Earth’s orbit and beyond as well as the advantages and difficulties of having sex in space. Questions the space agencies are too embarrassed to discuss ? such as Has anyone “done it” in space? What will happen to the first baby conceived in space? and Have astronauts and cosmonauts practiced “docking maneuvers” while in orbit? ? are thoughtfully answered, while science-fiction myths about interstellar intercourse are dispelled. From chemistry to psychology, this exploration runs the reproductive and sexual gamut, from lust and sexual mechanics to conception, pregnancy, and birth in low-gravity situations. This title may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental guidance suggested. FEATURES: Paperback: 136 pages Publisher: Collector’s Guide Publishing, Inc. (August 1, 2006) Language: English Book Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches

Deep Space, Pocket Space Guide $9.95 Deep Space The third in the Apogee Pocket Space Guide © series delves into deep space and is a look at all of the spacecraft that have ventured beyond the inner solar system to the outer gas giant planets and beyond. Read about Pioneer 10 & 11, Voyager 1 & 2, Galileo, Cassini, NEAR, Deep Space One and the ESA Huygens probe to Titan. Flight data and images for all of the unmanned deep space probes, including Cassini, Deep Space One, Galileo, Huygens, NEAR, Pioneer 10 and 11, Stardust, and Voyager 1 and 2, are featured in this examination of astronomers’ attempts to understand the outer reaches of the universe. Features and Reviews This should be on all school’s book lists. This is the second book that my children have read from this series and has proved invaluable for their school projects. Even their teacher wants a copy! Informative, easy to read without being childish – fantastic! – H.S. Markham The most fascinating thing about this book and, indeed, this series of books from Apogee, is there access to NASA’s records. Deep space is an endlessly interesting subject; and this particular book is quite well done. Whitfield knew what to put in and what to leave out in order to maintain the flow. – F. Sandercombe Paperback: 96 pages Publisher: Collector’s Guide Publishing Inc (March 1, 2006) Language: English Book Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.3 inches

NOVA – MARS, DEAD OR ALIVE $19.95 The great PBS science series Nova scores another hit with Mars: Dead or Alive, capturing all the excitement surrounding the Mars rover landings of early 2004. Originally broadcast just as the first of the twin rovers (“Spirit” and “Opportunity”) was experiencing temporary communication problems with Earth-bound mission controllers, this riveting hour-long episode chronicles the risky $820 million Mars Exploration Rover (MER) project from design to touchdown, dramatically illustrating (through the use of detailed simulations and sophisticated computer animation) the considerable chances of failure–a nail-biting gamble considering that fully two-thirds of all previous Mars missions never reached their destination. Through rigorous testing and initial failure of the MER parachute system to the celebrated transmission of pristine photos from the “Spirit” landing site, we see just how intensely complex and emotionally involving the missions are, especially for Cornell University astronomer and lead MER scientist Steve Squyres and his devoted team of colleagues at Pasadena’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Careers are on the line as technical problems accumulate, and one feels the same mixture of dread, anxiety, and elation that accompanied the historic return of Apollo 13. A bonus interview with Mars-mission pioneer Donna Shirley puts everything into resonant perspective, celebrating science and the MER missions as an essential human endeavor. As with all Nova programs, the DVD includes a generous variety of study materials including an interview with Squyres, a detailed look at the anatomy of the Mars rovers, links to a companion website, and a “math activity” feature allowing viewers to understand the aerodynamic variables of parachute design. If you’re among those who feel that NASA and MER tax dollars are wasted, this DVD will probably change your opinion. –Jeff Shannon Special DVD features include: bonus video segment featuring Donna Shirley of NASA Interview with Steve Squyres Anatamony of a Rover activity Materials and activities for educators A link to the NOVA Web site Scene selections; closed captions; and described video for the visually impaired Actors: Stacy Keach, Peter Thomas, Don Wescott Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Letterboxed, NTSC Language: English Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Number of discs: 1 Studio: WGBH Boston DVD Release Date: March 30, 2004 Run Time: 60 minutes

Space Flashcards $13.5 These colorful and fascinating flashcards will give ‘learning’ a good name with your little ones. See planets up close, look inside a Space Shuttle, and find out what astronauts eat! There are 26 thick and durable cards in all, featuring full-color photographs and easy-to-understand facts about the planets, stars, and spaceships. Just watch as your child’s love of astronomy and learning grows!

Food in Space – DVD $15.95 Food in Space DVD at The Space Store. We have an outstanding collection of DVDs about the Solar System.

The Conquest of Space $23.95 The Conquest of Space by David Lasser with a new introduction by Sir Arthur C. ClarkeDavid Lasser stands as one of the least-known but extraordinary pioneers of spaceflight. In 1930 he founded the American Interplanetary Society – the same year he wrote this book – the first book ever written in the English language to address the notion of spaceflight as a serious possibility. This book has not been in print since 1931 and yet it still stands up to scrutiny. The lucid style with which Lasser explains the basic concepts of rocketry make it a delight for anyone to read. Only a handful of errors creep into the text and all of those were based on the best information available at the time. The Conquest of Space is a milestone work of spaceflight literature and was state of the art in 1931. No space enthusiast’s library is complete without it. Here is what Sir Arthur C. Clarke had to say about The Conquest of Space… “My encounter with The Conquest of Space, soon after its publication in 1931, was one of the turning points in my life, and I suspect, not only of mine�” FEATURES: Hardcover: 192 pages Publisher: Collector’s Guide Publishing Inc (September 1, 2002) Language: English Book Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.9 inches

Kids to Space: A Space Traveler’s Guide $29.95 Kids to Space: A Space Traveler’s Guide In the interest of getting kids interested in science, math, space, ……..Lonnie Schorer invited 6000 students, in 99 schools in every state in the US and from Canada, to take an imaginary trip to space – each asking 3 questions prior to launch. This resulted in 18,000 questions, answered by 83 experts. So, this is: An art book: there are 146 student illustrations in the book and another 1000+ on the CD/ROM accompanying the book, set to Hawkwind soundtracks. A science teachers textbook: packed with science information in 94 different categories. A reading literacy book: a children’s story, in large font, precedes each chapter – introducing younger children to the material in the chapter in simple everyday terms. A career guide: a mini-bio for each of the 83 experts is included so that kids can see that one doesn’t have to be a rocket scientist to participate in the space effort. An adult book: The average adult does not know 85% of the information in the book. It would seem an investigative expedition, where children think about tomorrow, learn techniques for problem solving to reach a goal, explore the unknown and express their visions for the future is, as an educational exploration, as relevant as a land-based expedition. It is essentially the first private citizens guide to space – generated by children. These children are our future explorers, and we need to encourage and reach them now. Kids To Space Special Edition Author: Lonnie Jones Schorer Reading Level: Ages 9-12 Format: Paperback Pages: 384 Includes CD-ROM Publisher: Collector’s Guide Publishing (Apogee Books) Date: 2006

The Space Report 2011 ‘The Space Report Book $69 The Space Report 2011 The Authoritative Guide to Global Space Activity features several new or expanded topics, including: New trends in space activity and how they affect prospects for space going forward Expanded international budget data Discussion of prospects for U.S. workforce, including NASA transitions and new workforce additions New data about science and engineering degree trends among spacefaring nations The Space Report is the definitive overview of major global space developments over the past year. Valuable to space professionals, students, policy-makers, researchers and the media, The Space Report includes highlights from all space sectors – from defense to exploration – and illustrates how space activity affects people around the world. The book provides a wealth of information on global space budgets, revenues and industry performance tracked by the Space Foundation Indexes. The 2011 edition includes a discussion of workforce trends for the commercial aerospace sector, NASA, the U.S. military, Europe and Japan. It explores the trends underlying developments in space activities and provides a forecast of the trends that will shape space activity in years to come. The Space Report 2011 is divided into five sections, each addressing a specific aspect of global space activity: Space Products and Services: The Space Products and Services section focuses on the many ways space affects all of our lives The Space Economy: The Space Economy chapter addresses the financial state of the industry and the government budgets that support space activity. Space Infrastructure: The Space Infrastructure section addresses the global network of equipment designers, manufacturers, spaceports and command and control facilities. Workforce and Education: Workforce and Education addresses the most essential part of any industry – its people. The Space Report 2011 covers the U.S. commercial, civil and military space workforce. Outlook: The final section of the book, Outlook, takes a broad view of the factors that motivate and guide space activity. This section provides a summary overview of the year’s events and discusses the common themes that have been shaping the nature of space activity in 2010 and will drive space activity in years to come.

Into Space Ring Flash Cards $11.95 Into Space Ring Flash Cards These fun and colorful Ring Flash Cards teach about planets with colorful illustrations by Juliette Borda. The front of each card contains a word and an image relating to space. The back of each card contains facts about the image.Use as flash cards, practice sorting by color or type, or separate and hang as decorations in a playroom or classroom. Features: 26 sturdy 5 x 2-3/4″ two-sided cards Reclosable ring holds cards Gift box Printed with nontoxic inks

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