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TweakNow PowerPack 2009 is a free set of tools that give you the power to tweak, modify, and personalize just about every aspect of Windows and your PC. It features a fully integrated suite of modular utilities. There's a Registry Cleaner module, a nice touch in freeware since so many of them cost more than they're worth, but there's also a Registry Defragmenter that reorganizes things for speedier performance. The Windows Secrets module gives you access to more than 100 hidden Windows settings. The Virtual Desktop module lets you run as many as four different virtual desktops at once, so you can try out a wide range of looks and configurations, or keep separate desktops for work and play.
The icon-driven interface is the sort we love: simple, intuitive, and reasonably attractive in a Vista-ish way. It basically just lists its utilities in the left-hand pane, and the selected application displays in the main window. Selecting, for example, Miscellaneous Tools calls up a selection of icons for some interesting extras, including a RAM Optimizer, CD AutoRun and Auto Shutdown managers, a Process Manager, and the Virtual Desktop module. The System Information and Startup modules make it easy to manage Windows' start-up, which too easily gets gummed up with unnecessary programs. Icons simplify adding shortcuts to your favorite modules.
TweakNow PowerPack 2009 is free. New versions have enhanced support for Windows 7. Support for Google's Chrome has also been added the Track Cleaner module, which erases browsing traces and other digital footprints.
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TweakNow PowerPack is a fully-integrated suite of utilities that lets you fine-tune every aspect of your computer's operating system and Web browser. The Registry Cleaner module provides you with a safe and simple way to clean Windows Registry. For Windows tweaking lovers, the suite provides more than 100 hidden Windows settings in the Windows Secret section. Using modules included in this section, you can easily customize your Windows like geeks do. The Virtual Desktop module lets you run as many as four custom-designed desktop configurations simultaneously, allowing you to tailor your computer screen to your mood and your work requirements.
What's new in this version:
- Windows Secret->Applications->Internet Explorer: Added option to personalise Internet Explorer 9 Title Bar.
- Windows Secret->Miscellaneous: Added option to disable AutoPlay feature.
- Windows Secret->Miscellaneous: Added option to disable Aero Peek feature.
- Windows Secret->Miscellaneous: Added option to modify delay time for Aero Peek.
- Windows Secret->Miscellaneous: Added option to disable Aero Shake featu... See all new features
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Current version:
4.0 starsout of 6 votes
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"OK for experienced users"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2011 3.4.2
Pros
Useful to those who understand it.
Cons
If you don't understand exactly what you are doing - this can cause havoc. Do a full system and registry backup BEFORE you use it.
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"Great comprehensive freeware"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2011 3.4.2
Pros
Performs many actions
Cons
None Does a lot
Summary
Wonderful product
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"Best free computer maintenance out there!"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2011 3.4.2
Pros
Very easy to use, fast, efficient, effective and safe.
Cons
Have not found any cons - have used the program for many years.
Summary
This program is a must have - finds and repairs issues that other programs miss. Very fast optimization and cleaning and clearly marks what is and is not safe to delete when cleaning registry. Never, ever had a problem and highly recommend this software. Best of all, it's free!
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"so helpful"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2011 3.4.2
Pros
user friendly and easy use
Cons
too big for tweak tool
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"Fixed all my problems on my computer!!!"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2011 3.4.2
Pros
This softward is incredible!! Having problems with Word default, lost my E drive when I updated Windows, and this software fixed both of these problems and MORE. So happy I tried it!
Cons
NO CONS on this product!
Summary
Great software...fixed all the problems on my computer...and saved me lots of money on repairs!!
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"Not easy to use"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2011 3.4.2
Pros
I really can't think of any pros
Cons
It is not as easy to use as previous Tweak UI programs that I have used.
I lost "Open in a new tab" from the rt.click context menu in Favorites. I searched Tweak UI to see what may have caused it, with no success. Uninstalling it did the trick.
It doesn't have as many 'tweaks' as previous versions.Summary
I was very disappointed in this software.
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