Windows Open Source
Software
All
software listed on
this website is absolutely free and open source. The softwares DO NOT
contain viruses, ad ware or spy ware. All downloads are for 32 bit
windows, for more download editions please visit the developers
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NOTE : This list is not sorted by importance, All application have
their own importance and charm. I hope you enjoy Open Source software.
If you need a software for a specific use and do not seem to find it
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If you feel we have missed out some essential softwares you
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of this website. We are not a comprehensive listing of all open source
software available on the net, we are just listing the most useful and
highly rated softwares. If new versions of any software is available
please notify the admin
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VLC media
player ( video and audio )
VLC media player
is a highly portable multimedia
player for various audio and video formats (MPEG-1,
MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DivX, mp3, ogg, ... and almost any other format you may
come accross) as well as DVDs,
VCDs,
and various streaming
protocols. It can also be used as a server to
stream in unicast or multicast
in IPv4 or IPv6
on a high-bandwidth network.
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File size : 9.2 MB
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Audacity
Audacity
allows users
to record live audio, convert tapes and records to digital formats, or
mix pre-existing digital audio tracks. Supported formats include Ogg
Vorbis, MP3, and WAV sound files.
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File size : 2.21 MB
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Mp3Gain
Tired of
constantly
adjusting the volume on your MP3 player? MP3Gain uses statistical
analysis to gauge how loud songs sound in the human ear, and then
modifies the volume appropriately without degrading the quality of
playback. Operating system: OS Independent.
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File size : 652 KB
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XBMC
XBMC supports viewing and
playing a vast library of audio, video and
image formats. XBMC has a sophisticated library management system that
allows you to organize all your media to give you quick and immediate
access.
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Miro
Attractive
interface. Plays any video type. Subscribe to video RSS, download, and
watch all in one.
Torrent support. Search and download from YouTube and others video
sharing sites and save it on your computer. Download
video podcast from natural geographic, comedy central, ask a ninja and
thousands more including High definition podcasts.
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File size : 22.3 MB
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MediaCoder
Convert to and
from many audio
and video compression formats and re-multiplex into various container
formats in batches. Full control over transcoding parameters, you can
learn about audio/video encoding and play with various codecs. Strong
decoding capability for partial or corrupted contents. Simplified UI
for popular mobile devices (e.g. PSP, iPod)
Fully standalone, no dependance on system codecs/splitters.Extension
(scripting language) infrastructure to expand user interfaces and
improve user experience.
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File size : 17.4 MB
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Gaming
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AssaultCube
AssaultCube,
formerly ActionCube, is a free first-person-shooter based on the game Cube.
Set in a realistic looking environment, as far as that´s
possible with
this engine, while gameplay stays fast and arcade. This game is all
about team oriented multiplayer fun.
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AssaultCube is provided as a 19mb package
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Thanks to the efficient networking code,
AssaultCube requires very little bandwith, you can play it with a 56k modem internet
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Like its origin Cube, AssaultCube comes with
full source code, available under a zlib like OpenSource
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AssaultCube runs on old
hardware, with the correct settings you can run it on a P3
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Create new maps (virtual worlds) together with
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File size : 19 MB
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system requirements
Pentium 3
800 mhz
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Antivirus, Firewall, & Spyware
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ClamWin
High detection
rates for
viruses and spy ware; Scanning Scheduler; Automatic downloads of
regularly updated Virus Database.Standalone virus scanner and
right-click menu integration to Microsoft Windows Explorer; Addin to
Microsoft Outlook to remove virus-infected attachments
automatically.Please note that ClamWin Free Antivirus
does not include an on-access real-time scanner. You
need to manually scan a file in order to
detect a virus or spy ware.
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File size : 16.1 MB
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PeerGuardian
PeerGuardian works
by blocking and logging all TCP/IP connections to
and from known IP ranges used by known P2P foes, such as the RIAA,
MPAA, MediaForce, MediaDefender, BaySTP, Ranger, OverPeer, NetPD, and
more.
PeerGuardian is a powerful, yet small firewall program that was
especially designed for P2P users who want to protect their computers
from unauthorized searches instigated by private agencies and
corporations.
To make sure that the block-list used to block malicious connections is
up to date; PeerGuardian uses an on-line block-list Database that is
continuously updated on a daily basis -- so your privacy will remain
safe while swapping files.
PeerGuardian is compatible with all TCP/IP based file sharing
applications, such as Kazaa, iMesh, LimeWire, eMule, Grokster, DC+...
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File size : 1 MB
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Graphic Design Tools
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Inkscape
An Open Source vector graphics editor, with capabilities similar to
Illustrator, CorelDraw, or Xara X, using the W3C standard Scalable
Vector Graphics (SVG) file format.
Inkscape supports many advanced SVG features (markers, clones, alpha
blending, etc.) and great care is taken in designing a streamlined
interface. It is very easy to edit nodes, perform complex path
operations, trace bitmaps and much more. We also aim to maintain a
thriving user and developer community by using open, community-oriented
development.
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File size : 33 MB
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Paint.NET
Paint.NET is free
image and
photo editing software for computers that run Windows. It
features an intuitive and innovative user interface with support for
layers, unlimited undo, special effects, and a wide variety of useful
and powerful tools.
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File size : 1.3 MB
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GIMP
Don`t
under-estimate this sleek
fast and compact graphics expert. GIMP offers full alpha channel
support, controls for layers and
channels, editable text layers, transformation tools including rotate,
scale, shear and flip. GIMP can make just about any kind of graphics
file format there is. Supported formats include: bmp, gif, jpeg, pdf,
png, ps, psd, svg, tiff, tga, xpm, and so many others I just got tired
of typing. The GIMP has a number of selection tools including
rectangle, ellipse, free, fuzzy and intelligent. And it has an advanced
path tool doing bezier and polygonal selections, so its easy to draw
straight lines, rectangles, or even twisty curves.
The GIMP is
massively extensible. It has over 100 readily-available plug-ins which
allow for the easy addition of new file formats and new effect filters.
And the number of available brushes, gradients, and other add-ons make
the GIMP extremely customizable. Even most of the popular Adobe
Photoshop brushes and add-ons also work with GIMP.
You should read the Gimp documentations for help.
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File size : 7.4 MB
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Browsers
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Mozilla Firefox
The award-winning
Web browser
from Mozilla is now faster, even more secure, and totally customizable
to your online life.We've upgraded the Add-ons Web site, so now it's
easier than ever to personalize your Web browser and make it your own.
Firefox 2 delivers helpful new features to make your online experience
more productive.Firefox continues to lead the way in online security,
and now includes active protection from online scams to keep you safer.
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File size : 6 MB
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Peer-to-Peer Filesharing
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Azureus Vuze
Vuze is an
application for Mac
or PC
that allows users to search, browse, and download ‘near
DVD’ and HD
quality video content and music videos, using the peer-to-peer
protocol, BitTorrent. In particular the company is pitching the
platform as a way for
independent video and film producers to distribute their content to
millions of users — at no cost — and with a higher
picture
quality than
other competing services. The first thing you’ll notice about
the
software, compared with most
other BitTorrent clients, is its ease-of-use and polished interface.
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File size : 5.2 MB
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Cabos
This is one
program every user
should have. It is has a sleek & simple GUI, and works
extremely
fast. Cabos is Gnutella file sharing program based on LimeWire
and
Acquisition.Cabos provides simple sidebar user interface, firewall to
firewall
transfers, proxy transfers, Universal Plug and Play, iTunes + iPod
integration, "What's New?" searches, international searches, and more.
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File size : 5.2 MB
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Chat, VoIP & Email
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Mozilla Thunderbird
Thunderbird 2
features many new enhancements to help you better manage
your unruly inbox, and stay informed. Thunderbird 2 scales to the most
sophisticated organizational needs while making it easy to find what
you need.Mozilla has bolstered Thunderbird’s acclaimed
security and privacy
measures to ensure that your communications and identity remain safe.
It’s like having your own security guard online.Thunderbird
allows you to customize your email to suit your specific
needs whether it’s how you search and find messages or
listening to
music right out of your inbox.
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File size : 6.4 MB
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Pidgin
Pidgin is a
multi-protocol
Instant Messaging client that allows you to use all of your IM accounts
at once.Pidgin can work with:AIM, ICQ, SIMPLE, Bonjour, IRC, Sametime,
Gadu-Gadu, MSN, XMPP, Google Talk, QQ, Yahoo!, Groupwise, SILC, Zephyr.
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File size : 10.8 MB
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Productivity Software
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OpenOffice.org
OpenOffice.org is
a
multiplatform and multilingual office suite and an open-source project.
Compatible with all other major office suites. It contains an extensive
spreadsheet, word processor, presentation, database software. In
addition to that it can also solve scientific formulas and equations,
edit drwaings, flowcharts and logos.
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File size : 109 MB
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KompoZer (website creation)
THIS WEBSITE IS
CREATED WITH KompoZer.
KompoZer is a complete web authoring system that combines web
file management and easy-to-use WYSIWYG web page
editing.
KompoZer is designed to be extremely easy to use, making it
ideal for non-technical computer users who want to create an
attractive, professional-looking web site without needing to know HTML
or web coding.
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Notepad++
Notepad++ is a
source code editor which
supports several programming languages under Windows environment. It's
also a lightweight replacement of Notepad. The supported languages by
Notepad++ are: C, C++, Java, C#, XML, HTML, PHP, Javascript, RC file,
makefile, nfo, doxygen, ini file, batch file, ASP, VB/VBS, SQL,
Objective-C, CSS, Pascal, Perl, Python, Lua, Unix Shell Script,
Fortran, NSIS and Flash action script. Notepad++ main features are:
Syntax Highlighting and Syntax Folding, User Language Define System,
Regular Expression Search, WYSIWYG (If you have a color printer, print
your source code in color), Unicode support, Full drag-and-drop
supported, Brace and Indent guideline Highlighting, 2 edits and
synchronized view of the same document, User Language Define System.
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File size : 1.7 MB
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Filezilla
FileZilla is a
fast and
reliable FTP client. Its small and quick but wont let you down,
Fillezilla is a powerful client and is suitable for home and office use.
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File size : 3.29 MB
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7zip
High compression ratio in new 7z format with LZMA
compression
Supported formats:
Packing / unpacking: 7z, ZIP, GZIP, BZIP2 and TAR
Unpacking only: RAR, CAB, ISO, ARJ, LZH, CHM, Z, CPIO, RPM, DEB and NSIS
For ZIP and GZIP formats, 7-Zip provides a
compression ratio that is 2-10 % better than the ratio provided by
PKZip and WinZip
Self-extracting capability for 7z format
Integration with Windows Shell
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File size : 818 KB
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3D graphics & modeling
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Blender 3D
Looking at the
filesize you may
not believe what this application is capable of, dont be fooled by the
quickness of this application, the features wont let you down.
What would you say to a free, open-source 3D program
that had almost
everything you could find in those expensive professional applications
that cost hundreds, even thousands of dollars? It may sound too good to
be true, but Blender 3D delivers amazing power at an unbeatable price.
Blender combines 3D modeling, rendering, animation,
video
sequencing, and game development in one application. It is also
available on every major platform, meaning Mac, Windows, and Linux
users can all work and play together with exactly the same tools.
Blender may be open-source, but it is incredibly rich with features.
As with professional commercial products like Final Cut Pro, Photoshop,
and Dreamweaver, there is a learning curve with such powerful software.
A new user should not expect to be creating his first feature-length
animation without spending significant time developing skills.
Fortunately for everyone, Blender has an active user community that
creates tutorials and helps everyone with answers and troubleshooting.
Blender is not for the faint of heart. Learning to use it is
time-consuming and best done by following the detailed tutorials
available on the Blender Web site. There is also an extensive online
Blender community, making familiarization with the app less painful--if
not pain-free. However, none of these detracts from the overall
experience or usefulness of the program, and we strongly recommend it
for advanced users.
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File size : 8 MB
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Minimal specs for Hardware
- 300 MHz CPU
- 128 MB Ram
- 20 MB free hard disk Space
- 1024 x 768 px Display with 16 bit color
- 3 Button Mouse
- Open GL Graphics
Card with 16 MB Ram
Optimal specs for Hardware
- 2 Ghz dual CPU
- 2 GB Ram
- 1920 x 1200 px Display with 24 bit color
- 3 Button Mouse
- Open GL Graphics
Card with 128 or 256 MB Ram
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Earth & Space
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Celestia
Explore our universe in
glorious 3D with this free application.
This program doesn't feature
Carl Sagan, but it does have the billions and billions of stars about
which he waxed poetic--and you can experience them all from the comfort
of your desk chair.
Celestia is a free real-time space simulation that lets you experience
our universe in three dimensions. You can travel throughout the solar
system, to any of over 100,000 stars, or even beyond the galaxy.
All travel in Celestia is seamless; the exponential zoom
feature lets you explore space across a huge range of scales, from
galaxy clusters down to spacecraft only a few meters across.
A 'point-and-go-to' interface makes it simple to
navigate through the universe to the object you want to visit
Unlike most planetarium software, Celestia
doesn't confine you to the surface of the Earth.
All movement in Celestia is
seamless; the exponential zoom
feature lets you explore space across a huge range of scales, from
galaxy clusters down to spacecraft only a few meters across.
A
'point-and-goto' interface makes it simple to navigate through the
universe to the object you want to visit.
Celestia is expandable. Celestia
comes with a large catalog of
stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and spacecraft. If
that's not enough, you can download dozens of easy to install add-ons
with more objects.
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Nasa World Wind
World Wind
lets you zoom from satellite altitude into
any place on Earth. Leveraging Landsat satellite imagery and Shuttle
Radar Topography Mission data, World Wind lets you experience Earth
terrain in visually rich 3D, just as if you were really there.
Virtually visit any place in the world. Look across the Andes, into the
Grand Canyon, over the Alps, or along the African Sahara.
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