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Launchers & Task Managers

2004

Sep, 27

1st TurboRun, v. 2.0

Developer:	Green Parrots Software
License:	Shareware
Size:	0.73 Mb
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1st TurboRun is Net's most convenient Start menu replacement! Forget irritating browsing through folders and constant clicking. Down with solutions that take weeks to configure before they start working. All you have to do is start typing a name. As soon as you do this, you will see a list of files to choose from. One mouse click and you open a document or access a website you need. As simple as that. 100% FREE Trial.

2007

Jan, 01

AcceleRun Free, v. 1.7

Developer:	SVAr software
License:	Freeware
Size:	1 Mb
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AcceleRun will run any of hundred installed programs during 2 seconds. Ergonomic design. Minimum memory usage. Ready to help you after first launch. Save your time for more important tasks!

2006

Jan, 22

Active Keyboard, v. 3.1

Developer:	Drive Software Company
License:	Shareware
Size:	0.89 Mb
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HotKey Program, Launch applications, documents, and URLs, and over 80 other actions to hot keys - Control your Winamp player - Hide application windows - Open, Play and close your CD-ROM - Change the volume, mute - Logon and Power management - Open dialup connections - Empty recycle bin - Create New Folder - Lock/Unlock Desktop - Show/Hide Windows - Show/Hide Icons from Desktop - Restart Explorer - Lock/Unlock Mouse - more...

2008

Nov, 23

ActiveActions, v. 1.25

Developer:	hexilesoft
License:	Shareware
Size:	0.86 Mb
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ActiveActions is an launch tool that also acts like hotkey manager. You can launch documents, links, open folders or desktop objects and do any thing of this type with just one keyboard click. This program can be used as assistant in email creating (inserting standard phrases into mail clients, chat clients and so on ...), programming, for easy access to daily Windows function (like, exit, logoff, hibernate and more).

2008

Nov, 02

ActiveStartup Deluxe, v. 1.21

Developer:	hexilesoft
License:	Shareware
Size:	0.72 Mb
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ActiveStartup Deluxe is created for advanced control over Windows startup. With this tool you can view, edit, inspect all programs, that are loading at system startup including services for WindowsNT based operational systems.

2009

Feb, 25

Advanced Launcher, v. 1.41

Developer:	Alentum Software, Inc.
License:	Freeware
Size:	0.59 Mb
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Advanced Launcher is an integrated toolbar and tray launcher. It can show several fully customizable toolbars at a time. When you click a toolbar button it can either run an application (open a document) or show multilevel customizable menu. Menus can also show contents of folders (e.g. Programs folder from the Start menu or Desktop folder). You can minimize toolbars to tray and access them as menus.

2005

Feb, 19

Associate This, v. 1.30

Developer:	Spearit Software
License:	Shareware
Size:	1.62 Mb
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Don't let rogue software hijack your file associations. Let Associate This monitor your associations. Features include: Block or undo changes to all associations or just one. Select which program to launch when opening a file. Search your computer for other programs that support file types. Guard against accidents with save and restore. One button access to many features. Additional configuration options for advanced users.

2011

Jul, 22

Astatix Launcher, v. 1.63

Developer:	Astatix Software
License:	Shareware
Size:	0.76 Mb
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Astatix Launcher allows you to quick start any applications, open documents and explore folders in a single click. It allows assigning hotkeys to any actions, fulfill several special functions: open/close CD door, run screen saver, hide task bar and others. One of additional possibilities is a control of Winamp. You can use any hotkeys and control Winamp player anytime even you are playing full-screen games like Quake or Counter Strike.

2009

May, 11

Auto Shutdown Genius, v. 2.2.8.133

Developer:	Lonking Software, LLC
License:	Shareware
Size:	1.31 Mb
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With Auto Shutdown Genius, you can automatically shutdown, power off, log off, lock workstation, hibernate, standby or screen save your computers at schedule date and time, when the computer is idle or when excessive CPU usage. Auto Shutdown Genius gives you different ways to schedule the shutdown events, such as daily, weekly, only once, the computer idle and CPU usage. During the shutdown, it can clean up temporary files and recycle bin.

2011

Aug, 05

AutoRun Architect, v. 3.01

Developer:	7Bear Software Inc.
License:	Shareware
Size:	9.52 Mb
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Quickly and easily create professional AutoRun menus for your CD/DVDs. Create menus using ready made graphics or use your own. You can launch files; install software; display a license agreement; display a splash screen and/or sound; open websites; send e-mail and secure the contents of the CD. Includes a help manual, technical support and powerful wizards. Test your AutoRun as you build and burn finished projects.

2011

Apr, 01

Autorun Maestro, v. 8.0

Developer:	Pollen Software
License:	Shareware
Size:	1.93 Mb
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Autorun Maestro is highly configurable CD Autorun menu software. With a fully graphical interface, the Autoplay menus appearance and shape can be completely user configured with independently placed buttons, freely shaped forms, the ability to show the current time or date, skinnability and transparency, settable tab order and keyboard shortcuts, command searching, button animation and more.

2007

Oct, 25

Autostart and Process Viewer, v. 1.41

Developer:	Konrad Papala
License:	Freeware
Size:	0.91 Mb
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Gives you a control over applications which start with Windows, and shows which processes are running on your computer. But the most important thing is that this program helps you find out which processes and autostart entries are new. You can "accept" a process or a program starting with windows, and if a new ("unaccepted") item appears - the program tells you about it.

2008

May, 27

Background Optimizer, v. 1.4

Developer:	Nikolai Kurkov
License:	Shareware
Size:	2.04 Mb
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ackground Optimizer is an easy-to-use tweaker that can boost your computer performance by defragmentation, clean it from junk and do antivirus check. Background Optimizer automatically optimizes computer while it's idle.It will start to clean disks, install updates, defragment - everything that usually requires specialist to complete and uses additional time and requires unoccupied computer.

2004

Apr, 20

BeCyAutoRun, v. 1.11

Developer:	Benjamin Bentmann
License:	Freeware
Size:	0.02 Mb
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The problem: The AutoRun feature of CD-ROMs which is controlled by an AutoRun.inf file only allows executing applications but does not support opening simple documents (e.g. a HTML page). The solution: BeCyAutoRun. This very simple utility does nothing but open a document as if the user had double clicked on it.

2004

Oct, 13

Better Launcher, v. 1.0

Developer:	publicspace.net
License:	Shareware
Size:	0.33 Mb
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Better Launcher provides instant access to all your applications, documents and folders.

2003

Jun, 02

CD Front End 2, v. 1.4.04

Developer:	Visual Vision
License:	Freeware
Size:	0.69 Mb
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A simple set of files: it allows you to create an autoinstall CD. A catalog, a software collection, PDF files, or any stuff. The user simply inserts the CD, then in a full screen window an HTML-like presentation will be shown. Inside it you can include any button you want to launch files (you can place them anywhere on the CD - and... the program asks no confirmations before installing!). No browsers needed. No configurations, no hassles.

2007

Jul, 04

Clear-It, v. 2007

Developer:	FieldCraft
License:	Shareware
Size:	2.25 Mb
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Clear-It is the ultimate task manager that can clear the operating environment for program installation, CD/DVD burning, or resource intensive applications. Clear-It can be used to terminate applications individually or in groups to create a specific operating environment or as part of the process of Windows troubleshooting. Unlike the Windows Task Manager, Clear-It does not disappear until you tell it to.

2006

Apr, 10

CloseApp, v. 1.03

Developer:	Noël Danjou
License:	Freeware
Size:	0.06 Mb
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CloseApp is a small command-line tool that allows you to close all the processes whose executable filename matches the one passed as a parameter. Alternatively, you can pass a DLL filename as a parameter to close all processes using that library. Run closeapp.exe from a Command Prompt to learn more about its syntax.

2011

Apr, 27

Comfort Keys Pro, v. 5.0

Developer:	Comfort Software Group
License:	Shareware
Size:	4.35 Mb
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Discover how to perform any routine action in one click! Stop typing the same text over and over again! Now you don't need to go through numerous menus to find the necessary program or web page. With this new generation hotkey manager you can leave your mouse alone and configure hotkeys for all of your actions - just like real pro's do. Download it free now: http://www.comfortkeys.com/

2008

May, 13

Control Runner, v. 3.4

Developer:	MomSoft
License:	Shareware
Size:	2.52 Mb
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Control Runner is a program launcher and manager for Windows (95/98/Me/2000/XP) that can substantially increase your productivity. Control Runner presents installed applications in a powerful and convenient tabbed interface, allowing you to group together related items, whether they are applications, documents or Internet links. Selecting and launching the right one is a guaranteed two clicks tasks. No more guessing around.

Top rated in Launchers & Task Managers:

EndTask Pro, v.3.2.40 Detect potential spyware by monitoring its behavior and block pop-up ads.
Better Launcher, v.1.0 Instant access to all your applications, documents and folders.
Launch-n-Go, v.2.5 Keyboard Macro, Launcher Program, Text Inserter, Hotkeys
Key Launch, v.2.0 Forget your start menu - launch applications with just a few keystrokes!
Free Launch Bar, v.2.0 Replacement for Quick Launch with menu support
ActiveActions, v.1.25 ActiveActions is an launch tool that also acts like hotkey manager.
Shortcuts Pool, v.2.3 Easy-to-use Windows Launch software for Win32 platforms.
ToolBar 2000, v.6.9 Quickly launch your favorite programs from the desktop.
XStart, v.2.4.2 XStart is an easy to use application launcher.
Astatix Launcher, v.1.63 Quick start any application in a single click and control Winamp with hotkeys.

New/updated in Launchers & Task Managers:

Folder Scout Standard, v.1.3.0 Folder Scout gives you instant access to any Drive, Folder or File on your PC.
HotkeyP, v.4.6 Keyboard/mouse/WinLIRC/joystick shortcuts and many useful commands
Desktop Operation Sensor, v.7.8 Automate Windows. Build macros. Monitor and Reaction Tasks
Vista Start Menu, v.3.881 A superior alternative to the Start menu. Start working with pleasure!
Hidden Start, v.4.0 Run applications and batch files without console window or UAC prompt
AutoRun Architect, v.3.01 Quickly & easily make professional and impressive AutoRun Menus for your CD/DVDs
eXtended Task Manager, v.2.12 Extended windows task manager and performance monitoring tool
Astatix Launcher, v.1.63 Quick start any application in a single click and control Winamp with hotkeys.
Porta'Menu, v.1.0.3.8 Portable menu launcher for fixed or portable devices - uses relative paths
SterJo Portable Task Manager, v.1.3 Advanced utility for process managing.