Cool Websites and Tools [April 13'th, 2009]

cool websites Check out some of the latest makeuseof discoveries. All listed websites are FREE (or come with a decent free account option). No trials or buy-to-use craplets. For even more app reviews subscribe to makeuseof directory.

 

(1) AlternativeTo – Find less popular alternative to any Windows, Mac, Linux software and even web app. Enter the name of the tool and the site will give you a list of what it believes to be good alternatives. Read more: AlternativeTo – Find Alternative Software & Web Apps.

(2) Decaf – Create cool abstract art compositions and original patterns. The way it works, you type in a keyword and choose a background color and shape. Dekaf then brings a set of color palletes, clicking on one generates a full screen abstract picture using the colors from that pallete. Read more: Dekaf – Generate Abstract Art Compositions.

(3) FileInspect – Found and unknown file in your process library and have no idea whether it’s something legit or malware? The FileInspect is a comprehensive reference site for processes running on your PC. Read more: FileInspect – Identify Processes Running On Your Computer.

(4) I Need to Read This – Handy browser bookmarklet which lets you instantly save stories for later viewing and read them when you have time. It’s very simple to use and doesn’t require to install anything. Read more: INeedToReadThis – Save Webpages For Later Viewing.

(5) Zumbox – Reduce the number of letters, bills and etc you get via snail mail by converting them into the digital form. All snail mail you get will go into your digital Zumbox account and not your physical mailbox. Read more: Zumbox – Direct Your Snail Mail To A Digital Mailbox.

These are just half of the websites that we discovered in the last 3-4 days. If you want us to send you daily round-up of all cool websites we come across leave your email here. Or follow us via RSS feed.


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  • Anelly April 13, 2009
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    Just want to say that Decaf it’s great. I can create cool computer wallpapers and printouts. Thanks for sharing this info.

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