PerfectDisk 8

• Quick specs
• Price: Free to try (30-day trial); $39.99 to buy (Buy it now)
• Operating system: Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000
• Date added: March 22, 2007
• Total Downloads: 595,613
• Downloads last week: 1,492
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CNET editors' review

Reviewed by: CNET Staff

Maintaining proper disk hygiene is like going to the dentist: You do it because you have to, but it's rarely easy and almost never pleasant. PerfectDisk is a friendly alternative that picks up where Windows' Disk Defragmenter leaves off, adding powerful features, an attractive interface, and a top-notch help file with clear instructions and definitions.

In addition to the standard defragmentation process, it offers a SmartPlacement option, which analyzes usage patterns and organizes data to minimize future fragmentation. Another useful option is offline defragmentation, which optimizes parts of the drive, such as the Master File Table and the page file, that can't be modified while Windows is running. On your next bootup, PerfectDisk takes over, optimizes the selected files, and lets Windows proceed with start-up. The interface features big buttons, bold but complimentary colors, and is short on drawbacks.

The program also offers statistical analysis, scheduled maintenance, and the ability to defragment remote computers running another copy of PerfectDisk. That last feature is perfect for IT staffers, but we recommend the app to home users, too. At its price, PerfectDisk isn't a bargain--but getting this close to perfect doesn't come cheap.

Publisher's description

PerfectDisk combines speed, thoroughness flexibility, control and ease of use to help improve PC and server performance. Large, global enterprises benefit from faster computers through regular, automated, unattended defragmentation with PerfectDisk. Small businesses and home users benefit from faster computers--automatically, with no intervention. Certified by Microsoft for Windows and Vista, PerfectDisk is designed for today's largest disk drives. With PerfectDisk's Command Center management console, complete management and control is at the administrator's fingertips.

Version 8.0 features Command Center new management console that provides full deployment, scheduling, configuring, management and reporting capabilities across the enterprise. Resource Saver patent-pending technology that speeds defragmentation. Space Restoration Technology--PerfectDisk's unique single-pass free space now provides Consolidate Free Space Defrag.

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