HDD Low Level Format Tool - a low-level formatting tool - this is a very useful tool that allows you to perform an operation called low-level formatting, that is, low-level formatting of disks, flash drives or memory cards. Low-level formatting is a function that is significantly different from conventional formatting, which can be performed, for example, on a selected partition in the system.

After using the HDD LLF low-level formatting tool, all data on the disk will be permanently deleted, and all partitions and entries in the MBR will be completely deleted. This means that after performing this operation, the user will lose all data on the disk, regardless of the partition. This tool will be useful both for deleting your data before selling a disc, and for repair. Often this operation allows you to restore non-working disks or flash drives that cannot be detected in the system or prevent the storage of any data (write protection error).

Despite the complexity level of the whole operation, low-level formatting with the HDD LLF tool is very simple, and the whole operation is reduced to an absolute minimum. After starting the program, the user must select a disk from the list that he wants to format, then go to the "Low Level Formatting" tab and click the format button. Depending on the size of the disk, this operation may take several minutes or several hours, therefore it is recommended to leave the computer turned on for the night.

 This program for creating CD / DVD images and working with them is one of the best of its kind, since it provides the user with a wide range of actions with media images, such as creating, editing, converting CD / DVD images. In addition, it works with more than 30 different formats, such as .ISO, .BIN, etc. In addition, it has a simple and easy-to-use interface. UltraISO with all this makes emulation and recording of discs possible, which is very often required by many users. The program is not free and costs $ 30, but there is also a demo in which you can interact with images with a capacity of less than 300 MB.

 WiNToBootic is a utility program from the Boot managers category, the main purpose of which is to create bootable operating system packages on removable storage media.

In situations where there is a need: if there are problems with the work, the PC will boot from the source CD, flash drive; installing or reinstalling the system, start working with a CD / DVD or Flash source; Create archive boot images of a stable system.

It should be noted right away that the utility is intended for operating systems Windows 7, 8, Vista. It is distributed free. The size of the executable file of the program is not much more than 1.0 MB. Works with the most used disk images.

 iTunes is a great and free way to replenish or listen to your collection of files. The program was created by Apple. iTunes is suitable for Windows and macOS platforms. The program was created to synchronize devices with a computer, to track devices, to store and transfer information to the phone.

But besides all this, iTunes has many other useful features. The most important purpose of this application is the exchange of data between a smartphone or other Apple gadgets and a computer. A very important addition is that the application finds the necessary and current versions of the software, and then updates the operating system. If you lose your Apple gadget, you can determine its location and, if necessary, lock the device. ITunes also has an online store that contains media files.

 MSI Afterburner is a program that is used to overclock video cards. In addition, it has a few other equally useful features. The program is responsible for the speed of the fans and their adjustment, video recording, computer performance testing. The list of video cards with which the application is compatible is very wide. For example, it includes graphics adapters Asus GTX 550 ti, GTX 1060 6GB, GTX 660, and so on.

Someone might think that the study of the video card is a dangerous occupation. But in fact, going beyond its limits is not so much dangerous as it allows the video card to give up on a maximum without harm to the computer. The program can provide access to most of the system and computer subsystem settings. The utility will help find the perfect balance between performance and temperature.

 The XAPK file is a compressed Android package. XAPK is a completely new standard for Android APK package files. It contains the entire APK file and the obb cache file to support Android games and applications.

 Fraps is a universal utility for capturing video from a computer screen in real time, as well as creating screenshots from full-screen both conventional and 3D applications. In addition, the program gives the user information about FPS (number of frames per second) in computer games that operate in OpenGL or DirectX mode.

It is the FPS indicators that allow you to use the Fraps program during testing the power of the computer's graphics adapter. The optimal value for this indicator for a comfortable gameplay is 30 FPS.

Video recording can take place in resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 and up to 120 FPS. The program has a background mode that allows you to minimize the load on the system, and also makes the FPS values ​​as accurate as possible.

The program interface is simple, and the settings make it convenient for each user. Significantly simplifies the work, the ability to capture video from the screen, create screenshots and display information about FPS by pressing the appropriate hot keys, which the user can select on their own. Videos and screenshots are automatically saved to a folder, which can also be selected in the utility settings mode.

Open Hardware Monitor is a free program used to monitor the status of individual computer elements. It allows you to quickly diagnose all the main components of the device. Using the utility is especially important if the gadget freezes during operation, does not respond quickly enough to commands, or heats up very quickly.

By downloading Open Hardware Monitor for free from the official site, the user gets the opportunity to track information from temperature sensors installed on his computer, evaluate the speed of coolers, the voltage supplied to the PC, the clock speed, the presence and characteristics of installed drives, their load and many other parameters. It only takes a few seconds to get data about all monitored components.

 Switch Off is a universal program for working with a computer at a distance. The program is free - this means that all the functionality of the program is open to the user for use and he will not have to pay for anything. The author himself calls his application "lightweight software." Which, by the way, is true.

Switch Off is really small and does not have special software requirements for your computer, which is why this program can be installed on all Windows updates, starting from Windows 2000 and ending with the latest version of Windows 10.

Speaking about the functionality of the program, you might think that it will be limited, but this is not so. The program provides remote access to your computer through a closed web interface, that is, access to the computer will be protected by a password that the user will set. This feature is provided by the integrated HTTP server. You can control the computer from the phone or from another computer.

AS SSD Benchmark is an auxiliary computer program designed to test drives and measure their speed. The program was written by an ordinary enthusiast, it has proven itself both among ordinary users and among professionals. The program is completely free.

Developed a utility Alex Schepelyansky.

Features of AS SSD Benchmark:

• Run tests marked in the utility.
• Possibility to choose a test execution sequence (alternately and randomly).
• There is a test that measures write or read access time.