Mozilla Firefox is the newest generation browser from the Mozilla.org development team. Firefox allows you to browse the Internet faster than many browsers available, and has several unique features. One of these is the extension system, where you can choose while features you want to download and install in your browser.

Firefox also comes with a built-in pop-up blocker, and is skinnable through theme files. Firefox is also one of the most secure browsers available, and when new flaws are discovered updates are made available soon after. There are several websites that will not display in Firefox, however, such as Windows Update. If you're looking for an alternative to IE, however, give Firefox a shot. It is well worth the download.

SiSoft Sandra is a program designed to allow you to analyze your computer with great detail. Sandra allows you to see what exactly the various components of your computer can support, along with the speeds of items such as RAM. It can be invaluable when a support group asks you for the specifications of your components.

As well, Sandra comes with a set of benchmarking utilities. These allow you to see how the components of your computer compare to other components. The CPU benchmarking utility, for example, is one of the most commonly used benchmarking functions in the Sandra program.

Sandra is one of those programs you may not use much, but will be glad you have if you need it.

Xfire is a utility designed for gamers by gamers. What it does is track what games you've played, how long you've played them, and how much in the last 7 days. As well, it allows you to see where your friends are playing, who they're playing with, and so forth. Finally, it's easy to track down your elusive friends.

Believe me, this little blurb does not do justice for this program. Download it and give it a shot. There is always an uninstall if you don't like it.