Top 10 Best FREE SOFTWARE For Your Computer

[@BrettInTech]

What free programs do you use that you think we should mention in future videos? Thanks for watching :)

[@jungen1093]

I was scared you abandoned your boy☹️

[@BrettInTech]

@Jungen lol! Absolutely not. 😁

[@johnhazlett3711]

LMMS.

[@BrettInTech]

@John Hazlett Thanks for the suggestion! 👍

[@ushkowski]

Media Player Classic - HC, better then VLC.

[@kirillvoloshin2065]

a couple more apps I'd like to add: - Figma (really handy free graphical editor); - Microsoft Powertoys (not only a must have app if you have vertical monitors, but also an app with multiple cool features); - Dimmer brightness control software (dim your screen in case minimal brightness isn't low enough); - anydesk (free remote control software for Windows);

[@glynnetolar4423]

Anydesk, well almost free. Like Teamviewer it will come to a halt after a while. Rustdesk is really free but making your own connection server is a bit advanced but once running, works great.

[@willy7968]

where do I find the Dimmer brightness control software

[@amazingbollweevil]

Still no love for Faststone Image Viewer? You know, the guy make it available for free and only sells a license for commercial use.

[@BrettInTech]

I've added it to our list to try out again. It's been a few years since I've used it.

[@IgnacioCuriel]

I have used Faststone for years and I like it so much more over any version of any Windows image viewer, I have even donated some bucks to the developer.

[@Dpk_YT]

I m using it from last 5 years.. Till date best image viewer

[@82Heniu82]

Hmm never heard of. I stuck with probably simpler IrfanViewer... May try this one tho

[@reisaki18]

Image Glass also free

[@rosenrotkruspe2482]

Sumatra PDF is actually the best reader for both Ebooks and PdFs

[@michaeltodd2012]

Good free programs for note taking, wiki style: 1) TiddlyWiki - completely customizable and portable (browser based) 2) Obsidian - knowledgebase creation (Electron based) 3) Logseq - similar to #2 (Electron based) 4) ZIM Wiki - capable wiki style program for Windows, Mac, Linux Easiest program to write Windows scripts to meduim sized GUI applications: AutoHotkey

[@FUGITIVUS]

Great video. Solid suggestions. Thanks

[@coldwhitespring5004]

1:39 The media player worked instantly. I first tried to find Windows Media Player on my Win 10, but no such luck. Then I tried another player that was free and recommended on the net. There were loads of ads and in the end I'd have to buy a version to play the file I wanted, so that one was no go. But this one installed fast, opened the file fast, and now it's playing - yay!

[@shabadooshabadoo4918]

Id recommend switching to MPC. VLC is great and has like literally infinity features, but it also seems to have lost something with all of that. When I compare some video files on MPC vs VLC side by side MPC looks much more accurate and more vivid and frankly just works and has less options to really worry about. So if you are just looking to play files and don't need a mountain of config, then I would consider switching. Because even though we don't think about video players needing reliability, it is actually really important for a video player, because we can watch things in the wrong colours and shit for literally years, before we even see them side by side with something else and realize they are wrong.

[@jerryguizar7073]

Been using FastStone Image Viewer for over a decade.

[@quas3728]

Irfanview is great! I was tired of windows default photo app because It uses too much cpu and memory. Irfanview is very lightweight and It has features like random slideshaw.

[@RobertNewstrand]

Musescore 4.0 for music notation and audio mixer features. Chrome has web apps too, like KZbin, Facebook, and others.

[@GaryB007]

I'd add Kdenlive as a video editor. It's not as high-end as DaVinci, but it's much easier to learn and get quicker results.

[@BrettInTech]

It's great as well! 👍 Very similar to Shotcut.

[@shadowminister4090]

My son has a bass guitar channel, and also he uses Kdenlive.

[@EIRE55]

Thank you so much, Brett. You always demonstrate and explain things very clearly and succinctly, without any fancy additions, as well as giving us all the links to try them out. You're a star!

[@georgeganev]

You are so good. Thank You for the best recommendations!!!

[@BrettInTech]

You are very welcome!

[@leafdriving]

This is a very complete list of "downloadable ~ and use on your computer only" list ~ Other than faststone image viewer, we agree on all (Rare). Will there be a free software off computer list coming?

[@BrettInTech]

Thanks! I've added Faststone to our testing list... Not sure what you mean by "off computer".

[@shabadooshabadoo4918]

@@BrettInTech I wonder if he means online.

[@StarLabs3D]

Good information -thanks for posting!

[@BrettInTech]

You're welcome!

[@JM.TheComposer]

I really like the no-frills style of your videos.

[@neilthomas8070]

I've tried a few of the apps over the years. Most interested in ProtonVPN as my prepaid card does not like regular payments.

[@ianharper6015]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@nelsonr.9450]

Have been following ur sugestions for years now, no regrets! 💪 Gonna check a few from this video that I havent tried yet! 👍 thx

[@BrettInTech]

Cool! 😎

[@FatherTimeRipVanWrinkle]

Awesome, thanks for posting !!

[@DankoSosaiKen]

Brett, if i want to remove my old HD from my Windows 10 computer and install a new blank SSD and I need to install Windows 10 on it, which software do I use: Windows Media Creation Tool or my Recovery Media Creator USB flash drive?

[@asan1050]

Thank you for another Great Video

[@BrettInTech]

You're welcome!

[@leadlearner6391]

thanks for you succint reviews Brett; your information is always informative.

[@BrettInTech]

Thanks! Glad you find them informative and succinct.

[@martinbennett2228]

Musescore for writing music scores; it has been mentioned before but deserves repeating.

[@mrkoddy]

Great video, I already use many of tools introduced in the video. For image viewer I recommend FastStone too

[@Riz_]

Hi Brett, I enjoy these videos and so glad you keep them updated. Even though I have a Goldwave licence and it is my preferred audio editor I did use to like to dabble in Audacity but stopped after their issues. Glad they have been reversed. I recently stumbled upon the Mail client "EM client". One thing I really like about them is that when I first downloaded the program it was not very screen reader friendly. When I told the developers about this they worked on it and it is much better for screen readers now.

[@BrettInTech]

The developers at EM Client seem like good people. I'll check them out. 👍

[@KumariJoyatiLive]

I7 6th generation Mein chalega bhai AutoCAD

[@technoWZ5598]

Could you take a look at Clam AV, an antivirus for Windows, Mac, Linux, & BSD?

[@jeffjolley6684]

@Brett I recommend using Krita instead of Gimp, because it feels more like Photoshop and is a little more modern.

[@shabadooshabadoo4918]

I tried using Krita when it came out on steam and it was super buggy. I hope its better by now.

[@ChrisDN]

Totally. Even Affinity Photo for a cheaper alternative. GIMP is one of the worst experiences I've had with ANY software. It's not even close to being an adequate replacement.

[@microsoftsarker]

Thank you so much and I enjoy these videos

[@LucienSabre]

DaVinci Resolve and OBS Studio are great, but a big con of both is the steep learning curve for beginners. For video-editing Hitfilm Express or Shotcut might be a bit easier to start; for screen-recording there are Icecream Screen Recorder, Free Cam (Windows only) and QuickTime (Mac only). Malwarebytes is no longer free. They offer a free 14-days trial, but after that you need to sign up for a paid plan - it’s not a new thing, it has been like that for a couple of years now.

[@BrettInTech]

You're correct DaVinci and OBS do have steep learning curves. But for free Hitfilm no longer offers a free version. Regarding Malwarebytes as I mentioned in the video, after the 14-day premium trial ends, it automatically reverts back to the free version.

[@LucienSabre]

@@BrettInTech Hitfilm still has a free version, it’s called Hitfilm Free - it seems to offer less features than Hitfilm Express, but it’s still available….at least that was the case last time I checked. 😊 I tried Malwarebytes around last Christmas. After the 14 days of trial I was prompted to pay, but I “rejected” it thinking it would go like you say….instead it went that I was blocked from continuing to use the program unless I paid. Maybe it’s because I’m in a different country (the terms might not be the same everywhere), but still I could not use the program for free after the trial ended. 🤷‍♀️

[@LucienSabre]

@@BrettInTech Although honestly I’m not sure I’d really need Malwarebytes on a daily base - las year I tried it after a false alarm - as it’s been years since I’ve used an “external” antivirus (other than the built-in Windows security suite, I mean) and I’ve never had any real issues. 🙂

[@tanvirahmed552]

Very useful video, I'm already using 70% of the softwares shown here

[@avejst]

Great overview of great programs. Love your work 👍😀

[@BrettInTech]

Thanks Asger!

[@edycris8391]

Thanks for info...

[@gergemall]

Thx Brett.❤

[@thiagovidal8972]

I agree, and actually i do not only use, but i did use to graduate, i used some of those apps.

[@jerryloncey]

Is there any form of file manager recommended for windows if I don't want to use the default app?

[@charlessmith263]

More tips on PDF software - Adobe Acrobat PDF reader. You think it is freeware - BUT SADLY, THEY HAVE A PREMIUM LEVEL software too. So not all of the Adobe Acrobat PDF reader is free! The freeware version of Adobe PDF sadly WILL NOT LET YOU SAVE PDF FILES on your C drive. You will need to pay to upgrade Acrobat so that way you can SAVE PDF files. There are other PDF software that is free without need for a free trial requirement.

[@Imru_gamer]

hi ya, i am actually using some of these program, IrfanView is one of my fave i have to install always and been using to many years.

[@eryen9503]

Should have included Darktable...alternative to LightRoom

[@eryen9503]

@@uniqueurl I disagree. Having used Lightroom for years, until they started the "rental" program, I find Darktable to be better. Lightroom is okay for beginner photographers, but Darktable gives you a lot, and I mean a lot of control over your photos....much more than lightroom. Darktable has more editting tools than Lightroom. In short, Darktable has more tools than Lightroom...it is not for beginners....Lightroom is for beginners.

[@daviddcollier9467]

Would love to see some videos on the use of NAS. Specifically Synology products and the available tools as well as best practices.

[@AnilAtluriWord]

Irfanview is a great tool. Unfortunately, a Mac version isn't available at this point of time!

[@BrettInTech]

A Mac version would be great!

[@s.baskaravishnu22]

Many thanks

[@KumariJoyatiLive]

Bhai HP i7 2 generation me AutoCAD chalega

[@spectrelm5027]

Great list, but unless i missed it there was no mention of Krita or Scribus

[@FUGITIVUS]

What’s a good and safe file converter to use?

[@Saabjock]

Handbrake is good for transcoding.

[@FanLoveMusic]

What download manager do you recommend Brett In Tech?

[@bugnay9314]

internet download manager is the best

[@willy7968]

@@bugnay9314 is it free?

[@user-vy8fu2vx3n]

thx bro😉

[@trevorgough]

Hi,would it be possible for you to do a rundown of the safest and trustworthy software download sites? Would be of great help to people,what do you think?

[@adocuric9154]

Do you have any useful recommendations for recording on a smart tv?

[@BrettInTech]

Elgato products are good for that.

[@zethembebenedictmbatha]

VLC doesn't work for me. I prefer Potplayer.

[@franciscohorna5542]

media player classic and media player classic be are also good

[@The_kayotic]

Finally some deserved love for edge

[@BrettInTech]

Yes, it is good now. Hopefully MS doesn't screw it up. 😭

[@swa_peeters]

Question: Do you also have an idea for organizing mp3's? Jukebox.

[@BrettInTech]

I've been using free version of MediaMonkey for the last 10 years. It's lightweight and allows for organizing of audio files in several categories. They also make it easy to add tags to your files.

[@fcolecumberri]

Have you seen vscodium?

[@BrettInTech]

Not yet. I've got it on my list to test.

[@engagedswitch]

7zip is one of my favorite free programs now use it all the time to encrypt zip files :) :) Thank you for your content sir and I hope you're having a good day and have a great memorial day weekend God bless you and your family God bless you Jeremy Scruggs

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

@brettintech Thank you for another Great Video 👍 Question for you, I am interested in program maybe that is the wrong word. I am trying to create a inventory (List). I tried Excel, what a mess that created. I even took a class to understand it. I never saw anything more confused. I am not a computer trained person. But anything easier to use would be very helpful. Again thank you 😊

[@BrettInTech]

Haven't used it personally, but I've heard Zoho Inventory is good.

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

Thank you, I'll give that a try!!!

[@stephencooper3583]

Edge started out as crap... but slowly improved bit by bit over the years. Nowdays it's actually a pretty good browser. The built in AI chat is just the icing on the cake. 5 years ago if someone recommended Edge I would've laughed in their face. Back then it was only good for downloading another browser. 😄

[@anywaytechreview]

Nowadays people can download other browser using Microsoft store

[@FinallyLearn]

Brett you remind me of Tech Gumbo! Seriously, I always enjoy your videos. Great work!

[@Curry-sw2og]

what is the best website to download software

[@Ronin460]

How about Free POS app for business owners?

[@willy7968]

were you able to get one?

[@djvj4713]

TunnelBear, GIMP, Thunderbird

[@flaviuswestfall1718]

ProtonVPN is amazing

[@jx86xj]

MPV is better than VLC

[@eddiemercado6720]

Great

[@dartek14]

excellent fast and furious

[@amaranth6174]

Microsoft edge is the BEST browser in the entire world idc what anyone sais

[@jbaltermia]

Great! Hope you will do a 2024 update soon.

[@rognitrogaming6743]

Most of the software are is used by me..

[@_acc8226]

Foxit PDF from China will make some people nervous

[@gwine9087]

Seems that ProtonVPN is for only i device and 3 countries (NL, US and JP).

[@freshprince69]

I'll think about it.

[@michaeldisante5145]

Again, I have to point out that while OBS is a nice program and works well on Windows, on Linux, it is completely unusable. I have tried multiple times to use it for screen capture and it ALWAYS mangles the video. I have opened multiple issues about this with the developers, but I guess Linux is not a priority. I would consider it only supporting Windows and IOS.

[@AndrewMaksym]

Mentions gimp but fails to mention the better option Krita. 😭

[@BrettInTech]

Sorry. 😢 Krita is great as well. Have mentioned it several times over the years.

[@danielthen4415]

Sorry sir, is this 2023 computer software the same as chat gpt 5 and chat gpt ai sir....thank you sir...

[@NickWindham]

Libre office is a hard sale when Google Docs, Sheets, Slides is free. Not private and open source I know.

[@littlemarvel550]

❤

[@badpixels_]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@imanoldgeek]

Edge: No. Edge with AI: Hell no.

[@therakshasan8547]

Microsoft wants their software on your computer ONLY. They also want to to only by their computers [Intel is owned by Microsoft ] Microsoft has started making video cards. Soon they will be required on WIndows systems because they limit performance of their competitors cards . they have been steadily creating a monopoly .

[@joshuaa3075]

KeePassXC. Password manager is free and good. Notepad++. Krita. We’re all missed. Thanks for the update on the safety of audacity.

[@BrettInTech]

Good suggestions. Thanks! 👍

[@ricardog2165]

The Kate Editor is a good alternative to Notepad++.

[@bovax6259]

I like to combine SuperAntiSpyware too to my PC scan with MalwareBytes. Also totally free

[@edwinquevedo3958]

KM Player is even better

[@kingfayaiz44]

😂😂

[@TheTastefulThickness]

I wish i could say there was a great epub reader but there actually isnt