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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 2012 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. 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: Version 4.1.9.2 has added OpenGL Driver module, startup items module, and include minor improvements and bug fixes.
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"works great"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.2.4
Pros
works great, no issues.
Cons
none that i've found
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"Great Program!"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.2.2
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
Not Freeware
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"Easy to use"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.2.1.1
Pros
Easy to use software to help to keep your computer in good shape.
Cons
When I did used this program and let it run after I used a program like CCleaner, it did not find much more when CCleaner already cleaned it up.
Summary
Nice to try this software, I did not find out or used all the functions of this program so my opinion of this program software is not complete.
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"fast and useful tool"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.1.6
Pros
alot of tools in 1 easy to find and use place
Cons
huh- not here
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"nice to see a come back of free apps for the pc"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.1.6
Pros
FREE and works (did have some problems replacing logon logo but that was due to locked files by my pc manufacturer)
USE custom Install mode to Avoid installing BHO's (too many people are CLICKHAPPY) you should try reading what it is you are selecting or leaving a tick mark next to. i see far to many people complaining about apps that do this when its not the app that did it it was the fool behind the keyboardCons
nag screen (hardly worth mentioning) click ok and its gone
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"I refuse to download a program that adds extra toolbars"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.1.6
Pros
Never got a chance to find any - please refer to CONS.
Cons
Forces you to download an additional toolbar with it so I will not use this program any more. I feel it should be MY choice to select what I want downloaded to my computer!!
Summary
I always liked previous versions of this program but I dislike having extra rubbish forced onto me by a program for download. At least other programs give you the option to download or not. Not TweakNow PowerPack 2012
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"Too bad they now force you to install extra junk"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.1.5
Pros
Didn't install to see if there were any pros - will NOT be forced to download junk I don't want on my computer.
Cons
I don't like to be forced to download extras such as blekko toolbar. I simply will not use products that do this. We all get enough junk on our computers. At least some programs give you the option to choose - Tweaknow does not!
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"Where's the price?"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.1.5
Pros
Wide variety of tools in one place.
Cons
The editor's review twice states that this is free. Once downloaded and installed, you find out it's $15 for the full, regular version. Plus, some of these tools seem out of date. If you're optimizing your internet connection, you have a choice between 2 dial-up speeds.
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"Do NOT use with Firefox!"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.0
Pros
Absolutely none that I could tell.
Cons
Seriously screwed up my Firefox. After running once, it messed up Firefox frames so Download.com and Youtube as well as most other sites are completely unusable now. I told TweakNow to change everything back and rebooted, but it is still screwed up. Then I downloaded the newest copy of Firefox and 'upgraded' but it still doesn't work. The only thing left is to completely uninstall and reinstall but then I loose all my saved passwords! So mad I could spit!!!
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"Must Have portable toolbox"
Version: TweakNow PowerPack 2012 4.0
Pros
Great tools in one place. Nice interface. Good helps.
Cons
Read helps before clicking wildly.
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