Demanded to this day. In particular, it is on them that it is best to copy the system image, since installation from a CD is supported even by very ancient motherboards. So what are the best programs for these purposes?
I must say that the specifics of our users is that in the first place they will look for free applications to perform such an operation. However, it is understandable: who would want to pay several thousand rubles for a program that you will use only occasionally? There are thousands of recording programs, and therefore it is simply not possible to describe each of them.
For the most conservative and unwilling to look for any alternatives, there is an opportunity to use the standard tools of the Windows OS. However, these programs do not differ in special quality. Therefore, let's talk about the recognized leaders of this market. Of course, first of all, the product of the well-known company Ahead, the Nero program, comes to mind. This product to this day has already reached version 12, and from year to year its cost is constantly growing.
So if you need a free program for burning discs, then this "German" is clearly not for you. However, the quality of Nero is at a very high level, so for those who need professional software, it is difficult to advise something better.
The next leader on our list is CDBurnerXP Pro. It has been the undisputed choice of many professionals for many years now, as it is not only completely free, but also has an amazing set of functions. In particular, the program has a full-fledged Russian-language interface, which even a completely inexperienced user will quickly understand. In addition, the application is small in size, so it will not be difficult to download it even if you have a poor Internet connection.
Nero's competitor is the Ashampoo Burning Studio disc burning software. The program is paid, but it costs a little less than its illustrious competitor. Of the advantages, it is worth noting high-quality and complete Russification, convenient and intuitive appearance, as well as a considerable number of additional functions.
In general, it should be noted that even generally recognized market leaders seek to attract users to their products in all possible ways, resorting to various tricks. In particular, many commercial disc burning programs have high-quality media players, utilities for and other "add-ons" in their kit. It is difficult to say how useful all this is, but if you buy them in bulk, you can save some money. However (for obvious reasons) this is not so relevant for our country.
Thus, programs for burning discs are distinguished by a rare variety, among which it can be extremely difficult to choose the product you really need. To simplify the pain of choosing, use trial versions that will help you figure out all the advantages and disadvantages of a particular application.
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General issues
The computer slows down, freezes. What to do?
There are many reasons why a computer slows down. To begin with, the most obvious ones should be excluded - we check for viruses using.
Also make sure you have the latest drivers installed. For example, if games slow down, then it is possible that the reason is in the video driver. I talked about the drivers in detail
Running programs can also be the cause of the brakes. I advise you to clean autoload,. Also pay attention to the lower right corner of the screen - there are icons of some running programs near the clock, close them.
Another good tip to speed up your computer is.
The program gives an error. How to fix it?
A very common question. Unfortunately, users do not understand that the question is not addressed to a telepath. When asked necessarily you must specify the verbatim text of the error, actions leading to errors version installed operating system.
Usually, searching the text of the error on Google yields several solutions to the problem.
How to speed up your computer?
The tips are the same as when braking the computer. There are several articles on my site about .
Are there programs to speed up a computer?
Answer - No. There is only a set that allow the potential of the computer's computing power to be fully revealed. All kinds of accelerators are, if not lies, then obvious craftiness. Miracles don't happen. To make your computer run faster, install faster components.
Computer restarts while playing games. What to do?
There are many reasons. The most common:
- Overheating -
- Incorrectly working driver (about reinstalling the driver).
- Hardware problem. It can be detected by inserting a video card into another computer - if there is a reboot, the cause is a video card failure. Or, again, this is overheating, so check for overheating first.
The computer restarts by itself. How to solve this problem?
The most likely reason is BSOD. What is it and how to solve, read
It can also be overheating (see the question above).
Less common causes of spontaneous computer shutdown:
- short circuit of any connectors;
- a loose cord in the connector that goes from the outlet to the system unit;
- lack of grounding (yes, in addition to the phase and zero available in the sockets, it is highly desirable to connect a normal ground to the computer);
- power surges in the mains (need a stabilizer);
- failure of the power supply or motherboard.
The latter is difficult to diagnose at home. If you have ruled out all other reasons, take it to a service center for diagnostics.
The computer shows a blue screen with white text. What's this?
The computer is overheating. What to do?
What to do if there is no sound?
Most likely, the driver for the sound card is not installed. My installation advice is
Administrator rights are required to copy files to a flash drive. What to do?
The easiest way is to format the flash drive in FAT32 and the problem will disappear. When you need to transfer files larger than 4 GB each on a flash drive - .
Windows related questions
How to install Windows 8?
Where to download Windows 8?
How to install Windows 7?
Where to download Windows 7?
How much RAM do you need for Windows 7?
Minimum - 512 MB. Of course, the more, the better. Learn more about Windows 7 system requirements
How to create a USB flash drive with Windows installation?
To install Windows from a USB flash drive, you need to prepare it. The instruction is suitable for both Windows 7 and Windows 8.
How to boot from a boot disk, flash drive?
How to install two or more Windows on one computer?
You need to install Windows on different hard drive partitions or different hard drives. More about this There are a lot of instructions on this topic on the Internet.
What to do if Windows updates are not downloading?
Usually, an error code is reported. Type it into Google - most likely, the solution is already there.
Virus protection, security
Where to download free antivirus?
Programs
Where to download interesting programs?
A list of convenient program directories is located
Which programs can be uninstalled and which can't?
It all depends on the needs - both yours and laptops. Come in Control Panel - Programs and Features see the list. If any of the installed programs is unknown to you, type in its name in Google or Yandex. Knowing its purpose, you can decide whether to delete it or not.
How to clean your computer from unnecessary files?
There is a good program for this.
The program requires administrator rights. What to do?
Right-click on the shortcut / program file - Run as administrator. Why is this needed and how to simplify it, written
The virus has deleted files from the flash drive. How to recover?
The easiest way is with a free program. However, it is possible that the files were not deleted, but were simply hidden. How to "return" them and how to simplify this process, I told in.
How to format a flash drive?
Browsers
Sites in Google Chrome require you to update Flash Player, although the latest is already installed. What to do?
Open page chrome://plugins/, click on the right More, then disable all Flash Players except the newest version (you can see by the numbers which version is the latest).
Questions about Linux
Should I try installing Linux?
In my opinion, this is more than necessary. Even if no distribution from the Linux family suits you (Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Mint, Mandriva, Debian, Fedora, ALT Linux, etc.), you will get experience and your own opinion.
There are many distributions (assemblies, in other words) of Linux. Most often, novice users choose a distribution kit that is not suitable for their tasks, as a result they receive a negative opinion and forget about Linux as a nightmare. In fact, there are a great many distribution kits, for a very different range of tasks. Distributions differ in literally everything - from the kernel version to the set of installed programs. Externally, the interface is also very different due to different “desktop environments”: someone likes Gnome, someone likes KDE, someone likes XFCE or Openbox, IceWM…
In the professional skills or additional information section, many indicate computer knowledge. But not everyone can make a list of computer programs for a resume. Of course, it is best to indicate only the software with which you really know how to work. After all, a recruiter may ask you to show your skills right at the interview.
Writing rules
Personnel officers advise writing about computer skills even to those people who apply for a position not related to working with a PC. Describing the level of proficiency in this technique, you can specify a list of programs that you know how to use. You also need to write at what level you know the computer. You can specify it like this:
- confident PC user;
- average level;
- initial level of computer proficiency.
But it is not worth it to paint in detail about the knowledge of certain programs. Each applicant can use the following sample writing of this column:
Experienced user. Ability to work with basic MS Office programs (Access, Excel, Power Point, Word, WordPad), graphic editors (Picture Manager, CorelDRAW), programs for sending and receiving electronic correspondence (Outlook Express). I can quickly search for the necessary information on the Internet, I can work with various browsers (Opera, Firefox, Chrome, Amigo, Internet Explorer). Good knowledge of the features of the Windows operating system.
The universal version of this section may look a little different:
Intermediate PC skills. Ability to work with MS Office programs (experience with Excel, Word), search and download the necessary information via the Internet (worked with Opera, Firefox browsers), I can send e-mails.
The specifics of professions
There are a number of specialties for which it is necessary to list knowledge of programs that help work. Of course, it is better to start the description with general information about the level of computer proficiency and the ability to work with basic programs. For example, in an accountant's resume, this column might look like this:
Confident computer user. Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office programs, such as MS Access, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, ability to work with e-mail (including Outlook Express, Mirramail, EmailOpenViewPro). Excellent Internet skills in various browsers (worked in Opera, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and others). Knowledge of specialized computer programs: 1C: Accounting 7.7 and 8, Parus, Client-Bank systems.
Too long a list of all sorts of software can backfire: the employer will decide that your knowledge is very superficial.
It would be nice if the applicant for the position of sales manager, in addition to the list of basic PC programs, also indicates knowledge of specialized ones. In his resume, the specified section of the “professional skills” column might look like this:
The level of a competent user. Skills of searching for specialized information on the Internet, experience with various browsers (including Explorer, Opera, Chrome and others). Knowledge of the basics of working with Linux and Windows operating systems, basic office programs, text and graphic editors (Word, WordPad, PowerPoint, Access, Paint, Excel, Photoshop). Skills in working with specialized systems "BEST", 1C: Enterprise (specification "Trade and Warehouse"), experience in working with the CRM system that regulates customer relationships.
If the position requires a deeper knowledge of certain programs, then they must be indicated. So, for the position of a PHP programmer, in addition to the ability to work with a PC, you may need the following: knowledge of PHP, social networks API, WordPress API, CSS, HTML, JS, CSS.
In the latter case, you need to focus on your knowledge and on the requirements of the employer.
If mastering new programs does not cause any difficulties for you, it is worth noting this at the end of the section.
I chose a new computer for a long time, and finally here it is - standing on the table, on the Windows splash screen, and what to do next, what programs need to be installed? Somewhere I saw something, somewhere I heard, in general, porridge in my head! Let this article be a small guide to the TOP of the most necessary programs for a computer, according to the site.
No matter how hard Microsoft tries to ennoble its operating system, a clean OS can only be used in limited conditions - for example, at work, where the installation of additional programs is prohibited or there are no rights.
What to choose, paid or free programs
It just so happens that some free programs are not enough, it turns out somewhere 50 to 50. In no case do I call for the use of hacked versions, but such is our reality that “cracked” programs are used everywhere. In my experience, for almost any task, there is at least one free program that is more than enough. But paid software is usually more convenient and with more features. But they are needed for bulk work or for professional activities.
Antivirus - necessary protection
I have already touched on the topic of antivirus more than once, this is an absolutely necessary program that I download on any computer immediately after installing Windows. Perhaps the antivirus is the program that is better to buy and live in peace. Paid versions save you the headache of looking for updated keys and signature databases. Our most common:
Which one to choose is a personal matter for everyone. 100% protection will not give any, so just choose which one you like best.
Of the free ones are good:
Alternative browser
For the convenience of using the Internet, you will need to install one of them to replace the standard Internet Explorer / Edge. Popular in our area:
All of them are free and very necessary programs. Today, the browser from Yandex is rapidly gaining popularity. This is undoubtedly one of the best browsers, but everyone has their own preferences.
In terms of speed and system resource consumption, I prefer Opera. And who likes flexibility in customization can choose Mozilla FireFox. If you stay on the standard Internet Explorer, then at least update it to the latest version.
Archiver
By default, Microsoft Windows does not know how to work with such a common archive format as “.rar”. Probably in the west everyone only uses zip. I install a wrapper that supports all the necessary archive formats, including ".zip". WinRAR is built into the operating system, allowing you to work with archives from the context menu in Explorer.
As an alternative, I can recommend the 7-Zip program. It also has all the necessary functions, but it does not know how to pack in the “.rar” format. But it can unpack the “.7z” format.
Office software package
Mandatory thing for working with texts and tables: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Although I included this in the mandatory list, it is still not for everyone. But I have yet to see a laptop without Microsoft Office or its free OpenOffice counterpart. Of the lighter office suites, I would recommend WPS Office.
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to read PDF books. PDF is the most common format for documentation, books, and manuals. It will work without a special program, but the functionality will be limited to the simplest actions. Acrobat Reader is completely free software.
Messenger, internet phone
Programs for free communication around the world via the Internet:
- Skype - the most famous, but outdated, there is a detailed
- Viber - actively gaining popularity
- WhatsApp is one of the most popular in the world
All programs support voice, video and chat. An indispensable thing for communication, in addition to social networks. For this, headphones and a webcam (for video communication), as well as an installed program on both devices of the interlocutors. Messengers also allow you to call landlines and mobile phones, but this is no longer free.
In order for you to be able to communicate with relatives and friends, you need to find out what programs they themselves use. But usually they install everything at once. I note that in order for Viber and WhatsApp to work on a PC, they must be installed on a smartphone too.
I showed the main programs for the laptop in a minimal variety. For the more advanced, I will recommend another pack of software.
After installing the drivers, first of all I install the file manager. This program provides convenient access to the file system, replacing the standard Windows Explorer. It is much more convenient to copy, move, change files. I advise everyone! With the launch of Total Commander, my work with the computer begins.
Mail client
To check their email, a person usually goes to a website like gmail.com and looks at their inbox. But it is much more convenient to use special programs - mail clients, especially if you have several email boxes.
The program connects to the server and downloads all mail to the computer. You can view it without browser delays, quickly switching between boxes. I recommend either Mozilla Thunderbird. Not bad is the standard Microsoft Outlook (built into Windows XP/7 and Microsoft Office) and the Mail app in Windows 10, but The Bat! I like it more because it's very easy to transfer mail to another computer or to a new operating system without the risk of losing important information.
Convenient video and audio player
I recommend installing separate video and audio players to replace the standard Windows Media Player. No matter how the developers try, they cannot combine both the video and audio player in one program so that everyone likes it. For these purposes, it is better to use separate programs. For playing videos, they have proven themselves well:
Torrent download
Today, something worthwhile can be downloaded for free on the Internet either from file hosting services or using torrents. You will need uTorrent for this.
Password manager
In order not to remember all the logins and passwords that you will certainly begin to acquire, I recommend using one of the password managers. The program remembers all your passwords and stores them on the server. Subsequently, they can be used from anywhere, on any computer and browser. I recommend using or LastPass .
RoboForm is the first thing I install because it stores all my access to internet services and applications on my computer. I also have an add-on to the Mozilla Firefox browser on my smartphone, with the help of which I always have up-to-date logins and passwords on my phone.
CCleaner System Cleaner
I'm sure a useful thing for any system running Windows 7/8/10 is the CCleaner program. Designed for periodic, about once a month, cleaning the operating system and programs from accumulated debris. Basically, these are various temporary folders, files, caches, which not only clog free disk space, but also often worsen computer performance. Especially useful for improving the performance of browsers that start to slow down over time.
Optional settings
Useful only if you have special system requirements.
A set of codecs for video and audio
By default, Windows can only play the most basic video and audio file formats. To support other formats, you will need one of the codec packs, such as the K-Lite Codec Pack or Win7Codecs . This installation is optional because any modern multimedia player already has all common codecs built in, or it immediately offers to download them.
Disc burning software
DVD drives are less commonly used than they used to be, but are still found in almost every computer. I use the program to burn discs. From the free one, I can recommend JetBee FREE or ImgBurn.
Outdated, somewhere else popular ICQ
A popular client for communication using the ICQ protocol (“ICQ” in the folk language). It used to be on every computer, the former de facto standard for instant messaging over the Internet, such as free SMS, only in a larger volume. You can often see it in contacts on various service sites and online stores.
I use social networks, Telegram and ICQ at the same time. Thus, you can keep a constant connection with people. Instead of the cumbersome ICQ program, I recommend installing a convenient QIP client. The program is in Russian, has a simple and intuitive interface.
Bonus - Punto Switcher
This is the minimum of programs that are needed for a computer and I myself use them. Literally opened my start menu and chose the most basic. I do not recommend using various Windows builds, such as "Zver", although some of the necessary software is already built into them. But it is because of them that inexplicable problems with the computer then pop up.
First of all, the user needs a browser to connect to the Internet. It is best to install several options at once. This is necessary in case one of them suddenly stops working. For example, download browsers Mozila Firefox, Google Chrome, which are considered among the fastest and most convenient. You can also use Opera.
Of course, not a single user will surf the Internet without protection, because this can lead to cluttering up the computer with viruses. Therefore, from the very beginning it is necessary to think about a good protection system and install antivirus software. In general, when buying, most likely, you were offered to purchase a licensed antivirus for a certain amount. Do not hurry. There are plenty of equally good but free antivirus programs on the Internet. For example, Avast, Avira, Comodo, etc.
Text editors are indispensable for work. One of the most convenient is the free Notepad ++ notepad, which has a syntax highlighting feature. In addition, if you do not have licensed Office installed, then use its analogue Open Office. To view images, download and install Adobe, which will allow you to view pictures.
Surely you will need to send documents, sometimes they will weigh a lot, and sometimes a lot. An archiver is needed to compress information. For example, 7zip.
For leisure
Most likely, you will want to listen to music or watch a movie. For these purposes, install codecs, such as K-Lite Codec Pack. This is a whole package designed for watching movies and listening to music.
Game lovers can not do without the DirectX component. To communicate with friends using instant messages, Mail agent, ICQ (QIP) is suitable. Want to make free calls? Install Skype - a universal program for communication and work, which will help you transfer documents and photos. To make it easier to download various programs and movies from the Internet, install Download Manager and special torrents, such as BitTorrent.
If in the process of work some programs turn out to be useless, then it is better to delete them so as not to clog the RAM. Ccleaner is the best for this.
Thus, there are many programs necessary for work and useful for communication and entertainment. Among them are a lot of those that are distributed on the Internet for free.
