How to Download Safely

All Software on this site is for Win 9X,ME,NT unless otherwise stated

 

We offer many free software programs on this site. Here's tips on how to download these to your computer safely.

1. Always use Virus protection. Although we check these programs for viruses, the source sites are not under our control and can be attacked. Try this free virus protection software, if you don't have one. Win 9X,ME , Win NT

2. Most software that is on this site is what is called self extracting. This means that it installs itself once you click on it. Others will be required to be decompressed via a self extracting unzip program. If your computer does not have an unzip program you can load this self extracting utility here. Unzip it. If you don't have one for PC pick a free download [Recommend UltimateZip] For Macs . Then run the Setup program. The program will be stored on your C Drive. Open the window,

3. Once you have the above software, it is recommended that you create a download folder so you can find your downloaded files. Read this How to for more detail.
( AOL users follow AOL instructions.)

4. When you click on our download icon [] it will either start a download or take you to a site that will. You will be presented with a download dialog box which will ask you where to download. Select the download folder you created in the previous step.

5. Once you have located the file, close all open applications (click the X for each open application. It's also a good idea to restart your computer.) and then make sure your virus protection is active. Then click on the setup icon and follow the setup instructions. This usually includes locating a storage folder or creating one. Unless you really know what your doing, just let the setup program install itself where it wants to. It's important to write down where the software is being stored so you can find it later. Most setups will open a window on the desktop, but some don't so please note the storage folder information.

6. Once the setup is finished you should restart your computer again. When the system reloads, find the program icon and right click your mouse over it and drag it either to your desktop or your task and create a shortcut. This is done so that you can get to the software quickly.

7. Click on the icon and try out your new software.

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