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Windows 2000/2003/9x/XP / Shareware; $39.99 / 56,640 downloads
TuneUp Utilities makes Windows faster, more secure, and comfortable. All important aspects of system configuration, security, cleaning and maintenance are combined under a modern graphical user interface.
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Reviews of TuneUp Utilities 2010
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SkiteReviewing 9.0.3000.136 (Jan 3, 2010)
Utterly useless.
I recently downloaded the trial which has all the features of the full version. A routine cleanup removed music file. Luckily, these had been backed-up. It has also made my computer slower than it ever had been before.
I wouldn't touch this company's products again with a barge pole. I'm only giving 1 star because there is no option to give zero. -
CyberDoc999
Reviewing 9.0.3000.136 (Dec 23, 2009)
Waste of money lots of bugs....
you can get all of this for free.... -
frites
Reviewing 9.0.3000.136 (Dec 22, 2009)
Complete junk compared to the great 2004 to 2008 versions. Interface is confusing and everything seems designed to run without much user intervention. AVOID THIS VERSION or try it if you liked previous versions, youll be as disappointed as i was.
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rojReviewing 9.0.2010.11 (Nov 16, 2009)
When 64-bit was less mainstream and tweaks were all accomplished by reg hacks and other weirdness, TuneUp was there providing a decent (albeit convoluted) interface to accomplish what was easy and taken for granted in the 32-bit world.
This is the 21st century. It is no longer required that someone actually know anything about the inner workings of an OS to effectively tune a computer (linux throwbacks to the contrary). That's why we no longer have carbs tuned by a screwdriver in cars. The dinosaurs who cling steadfastly to "the old ways" are only showing how pointlessly resistant to change they are - and how useless they have become in the modern era of computing.
I've been a techie for 20 YEARS (yeah people, I stared with DOS 3) and I'd recommend this product to an average user who needs to he handheld.
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morrig
Reviewing 9.0.2010.11 (Nov 16, 2009)
So lets see M/S spends 3 years on pairing down Vista,and then this starts adding them.If it ain't broke don't fix it!
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Inniosoft
Reviewing 9.0.2010.11 (Nov 15, 2009)
I don't see how this is worthless junk. TuneUp Utilities isn't for everyone. It's designed to keep the average computer running smoothly.
As far as I'm concerned, its Defrag utility is the best on the market.
TuneUp keeps my PC 110% clean. Now with version 2010, I'm more than satisfied. -
xsnred
Reviewing 9.0.2010.11 (Nov 15, 2009)
This software, and others like it, is for people who know nothing about computers and don't want to know anything except check their e-mail and play solitaire. Should be worthless crap to anyone who reads BetaNews. Minus 10 stars if it was there.
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andy2004Reviewing 9.0.2010.11 (Nov 14, 2009)
ballyhairs instead looking for startup manager directly through tuneup, look in the subfolder all functions.
the booster is funny, it basically only turns of services they you do not need or require, yes i did run it, problem is everything it said it would disable i've already disabled through services.msc, it does add another service to your machine. however unlike the other poster who said his got 5, i only seem to have 3
tuneup defrag, tuneup theme and tuneup utilities service. and i only have theme enabled.
I would also say this is a minor upgrade over the 2009 edition. not worth the price, but i guess its major if it only works on windows 7 and the 2009 doesnt. Hence the misely 3 rating. -
thartist
Reviewing 9.0.2010.11 (Nov 14, 2009)
Tools like this should NEVER add services in the background NOR release crappy versions just to cash on you when they are out of ideas.
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ballyhairs
Reviewing 9.0.2000.16 (Nov 3, 2009)
3 Stars for the new version because:
-Startup manager is no longer there, at least I can't find it, in the older version you could see a list of startup programs, enable, disable or add to them.
-There is a process running in the background claiming that it will increase performance while it uses itself memory to do so, how ironic!
For the rest it's a good product. -
bucksheeReviewing 9.0.2000.16 (Oct 31, 2009)
This was probably released because the 2009 vrsion didn't work on Windows 7. If I was still using Vista or XP I wouldn't bother.
I have had no problem with registry cleaning except in the case of 1 program which also other reg cleaners erased the same entries, but TU Utilitiest can be set to ignore registry entries -
Morningdove
Reviewing 9.0.2000.16 (Oct 30, 2009)
TuneUp Utilities 2010 is still a 5 star program, but updating from 2009 was disappinting. Admittedly, I have not examined each individual module in detail, but an overview reveals nothing to merit a major version upgrade. The only signifigant difference appears to be the Integrator face lift which offers no advantage over 2009. As for the new turbo mode, I really see no real value in this feature.
This version also adds a new service, which makes a grand total of five! Setting the service to Manual helps, but it continues to run after the program is exited. A scheduled task was also added even though all automated features are disabled.
IMO this is a minor update at best; not a $30 major upgrade. This version will co-exist with TU 2009, so test driving the 30 day trial is highly recommended. -
New Doraemon
Reviewing 9.0.2000.16 (Oct 30, 2009)
I just tried the brand new 2010 release in my Windows 7 Ultimate RTM x64. I have to say that there are lots of changes if you compare the suite to the previous years releases. But I have to admit that I still find it to be very unreliable. The registry cleaning and defragmenting tools have proved to be very dangerous in the past releases and I see that the core registry apps look exactly the same as in the 2009 and previous editions.
I've tried jv16 2008 and 2009 and I find it also to be very unreliable.
For me, there are a couple of nice suites: Ace Utilities (still waiting for a Windows 7 revamp) and Raxco's PerfectSpeed 2.0. I have yet to see any damages from these two.
Sooo... In conclusion, I give it a 4 for the innovative tools but just a 2 for the unreliability. -
craigun
Reviewing 8.0.3100.31 (May 2, 2009)
One of the best programs of it type! Just a bit expensive.
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SueAmma
Reviewing 8.0.3100.31 (May 2, 2009)
If you are using this program with automatic maintenance turned off, be careful when updating to this current version. The updater turns it back on and after a required reboot it begins executing. An extra icon in the system tray is the only notification.
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utilities 2008
Reviewing 8.0.2000 (Mar 9, 2009)
hello, i tried this new version and it did not work . i preffer the last one 2008 its better
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ALR1
Reviewing 8.0.2000 (Jan 12, 2009)
Aloha,
I am very impressed. This is the first time that I have used the software. I have Vista 64 bit O.S. On a new PC and I am using the (free trial version with a 30 day timeout). It seems to have done a excellent job of picking up a ton of the errors, and fixes that I inadvertently put on the system. They were all true errors and the suggestions were all valid. NO bogus errors to make the software look like it has worked hard... Just looking for a coupon or a discount and I will buy :) -
fritesReviewing 8.0.2000 (Dec 23, 2008)
This once great suite of tools has gone right downhill and is now a bloated blob of its former sleek useful self.
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PGorski
Reviewing 8.0.2000 (Dec 20, 2008)
Won't install properly. I have contacted the author and they say there may be a conflict with NIS 2009. Suggestion: disable Norton. Temporarily disabling Norton does not solve the problem. I keep getting a TUNEUP is not properly installed...please reinstall. I have Norton loading at boot so....I think TuneUp must be trying to write something to the boot area...but I am not sure. Anybody else?
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Jammerdelray
Reviewing 8.0.2000 (Dec 12, 2008)
This new version is bloated and reminding me of System Mechanics problems.
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Baldrick
Reviewing 8.0.1100.43 (Nov 23, 2008)
Hey frites
Concentrate on reviewing TuneUp Utilities and try to avoid comparisons and criticisms of other similar programs. They are in appropriate and uncalled for.
Have tried out the latest version of TU and whilst I find it competent I have to say that I do not find that much has changed when compared to TU 2008. All the functions are capable but nothing to write home about. This is IMHO one of the better such utilities out there and a worthwhile investment (although my allegiance lies elsewhere at the moment and what I see here does not prompt me into going through a change process) -
frites
Reviewing 8.0.1100.43 (Nov 22, 2008)
Oh Dear..
I think they have ruined this once wonderful app.
Whats with the crappy Problems found dialog ? Thats like the awful System Mechanic.
Now if you dont want one click youre left with nice yellow exclamation marks !!! Hey Tuneup !! I dont need to be told whats up, i can do it myself thank you.
Back to 2008 for me. -
T_LOKZz
Reviewing 8.0.1100.43 (Nov 21, 2008)
Love there software how it makes keeping your computer clean a one click job and even does everything else you could want to manage computer problems.
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SueAmma
Reviewing 8.0.1100.43 (Nov 21, 2008)
@Pfurri: This is a software review forum. It is not a personal attack forum. If you want to flame, try a chat room.
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Morningdove
Reviewing 8.0.1100.43 (Nov 21, 2008)
The price is $49.95 at the TuneUp Online Shop, not $39.95 as stated here. The cost to upgrade when the next annual edition is released is $29.95.
The utilities are great but not for $30 a year to stay current.
I also question the legality of buying and selling serial numbers on eBay. -
amnar
Reviewing 7.0.8007.0 (Aug 30, 2008)
Super utility suite!
And for those reviewers that have balked @ its price... check out ebay. There's plenty of licenses listed for around $8. I just got a one year license for $4.99 :) -
roj
Reviewing 7.0.8007.0 (Aug 24, 2008)
Normally I don't go for utilities like this because freeware can fill most of the gaps but on XP64, this one is worth it. I do think the price is ridiculous though - $25 would be far more reasonable.
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I'm going to revise my review. After really getting into this product, the convenience of the One-Stop-Shopping makes it well worth the price, ESPECIALLY if you're running a 64-bit OS where utilities are hard to come by.
FIVE stars. -
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craigun
Reviewing 7.0.8007.0 (Jun 20, 2008)
It's a nice program, but not for 39.99! Lots of free stuff out there that are just as nice.
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miteshanand1729
Reviewing 7.0.8005.0 (May 26, 2008)
When i download this is ver. is 7.0.8004 not ver-7.0.8005.
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ravemanson
Reviewing 7.0.8005.0 (May 22, 2008)
The only tweak utility i've ever been able to say i like every single function of, including the awesome interface, and which also happen to do one hell of a job in all areas.
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jeffreybt2
Reviewing 7.0.8004.0 (Apr 30, 2008)
Nice little tool to centralise common "tweaks"
for that ill give it a decent rating
However the price on the website is $53 Canadian, that's insane I only paid $125 for Vista Ultimate (OEM) there is no way in hell id pay that much for so little.
Program's like this should cost $5-$10 at most
they would sell allot more that way. -
Blaxima
Reviewing 7.0.8004.0 (Apr 23, 2008)
There are freeware programs that can do what this does and better too.
This does a decent job at what it tries to do but the new layout is awful
Honestly its better to have a few programs that do a better job rather than shell out the ridiculous price for this which tries to be an all in one -
Jammerdelray
Reviewing 7.0.8004.0 (Apr 23, 2008)
Very good at keeping windows running with peak performance. Only downside is conflicts with valves steam, when steam is set to startup on boot. Compared this with Ashpampoo Win Optimizer 5 and this beats the pants off it, in terms of features, easy of use etc.
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the artist
Reviewing 7.0.8004.0 (Apr 23, 2008)
After myst was cleared a bit I found out that this software, in the end, is a collection of pretty but mediocre applications that you can get often much better and free elsewhere. Styler is weet, yes. I like that you can change your boot screen out of any picture.
What I personally care about can be sum up as AdvancedWindows Care and CCleaner. Yes, there are the monitoring tools, the aesthetic tools, that defragmenter and stuff but they don't do anything relevant though i like that you can change your boot screen out of any picture...
Not much worth the 40 to me, but it's ok for packing an easy and acceptable all-in-one for noobs.
@Haaglander: very idiotic comparison, you know the world doesn't make sense that way. Vista should cost $400,000, or this one just coins? In fact, you see there how the whole OS is 1000 times cheaper than TUU under your calculations. You come up with it. ;) -
Haaglander
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Mar 17, 2008)
$39.99 for buying this program? That's about 25% of a Vista Home Premium license but it's code is about 0.1% compared to the amount of the Vista code.
I call it a rip-off. -
sixara
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Mar 2, 2008)
Its a great all around program. Not a ripoff either. It does as it says. However, I think they went overboard with the redesign of the GUI. Makes it confusing as where everything is hence my vote of 4. 2007 GUI was better as it was more straightforward.
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midfingr
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Mar 1, 2008)
I think of this program as what Norton Utilities should have become. A light weight all-in-one package, with customizations for the user interface thrown in. The included TuneUp Styler has a lot to offer, making that part of the program worth the price alone.
In Windows Vista, I found it to work just fine, making it easier to delete old Windows update backups, thumbnail cache, check disk fragments, and so on. The 1-Click Maintenance is handy too, which can be scheduled to run whenever you specify.
This program even has it's own built-in uninstaller, displaying the size on the disk, plus the date a program was installed, with an option to delete an already removed program from the uninstall list.
I realize there are free applications, very good ones at that, you can use. However, for the convenience of having a ton of utilities in one package, makes this a nice addition to any Windows install. -
Registered
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Mar 1, 2008)
very good, has excellent options, and the program does getter better with each release, windows XP only, do not use Vista so i can't comment,
i don't like the defragger, and not sure why the company went down this way, most good programs are devoted entirely to defragmentation, and yet now this program includes it, any one who does defragment software has to go all in, well this defragger doesn't support offline defragment, so scores -1 point,however, because of the rest of the software that does do excellent jobs, and the amount of research that had to be done to give us "The users" a all in one suite of tools at our disposal, well i have to give MAX points,
but for the record, i think the company has run into the inevitable problem that can not be solved, this software has reached it's maximum potential "Windows XP users anyway" and there's not many more things that they can add to justify paying the upgrade fees they ask for, and personaly speaking, i think they should do a "Windows Vista" program seprately, to windows xp users, because to me, seeing defragmentation abilities with this software sounds like they know there running out of things this software can do,
all programs at some point must come to an end, some sooner then others, but no program can keep being upgraded, year after year, even MS Office as we know it, will become un-upgradable, and a whole new office what we don't know now, will one day be born,
i just hope i don't see tuneup utilities 2009 for windows XP users, (Unless they have many more inovative ideas up there sleeve which i doubt)
at least Vista is out now, give them 2 more seasons at least, not sure what they will do come 2010 though, hehehe. -
Jerrymiah
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Mar 1, 2008)
The TuneUp Utilities 2008 web page says that both Windows Vista 32 and 64 are supported by this product. Why not include them on your site
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ballyhairs
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Mar 1, 2008)
The best is getting better, never had a problem with it, and now they have a defragmenter, good job.
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Winkler
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Feb 29, 2008)
i agree. 2007 was much better. Almost like what happened to adaware.
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rburly
Reviewing 7.0.8002 (Feb 29, 2008)
Screw the people at Beta News who won't allow my review of this piece of crap. I don't know what's worse, not allowing me to warn others or allowing (not Beta) pieces of crap like this software.
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oasiscraze
Reviewing 6.0.2200.0 (May 1, 2007)
VERY good program for what it is. Excellent User Interface; supports Vista x64 as well! This program is probably superior to the mighty jv16 Powertools of the past as jv16 doesn't support OS's using 64 bit processors. Definately worthy of a 5.
Only 2 major downsides
a) the registry cleanup utility could be a little faster (as compared to jv16 powertools)
b) possibly doesn't detect every error in registry. Nevertheless, it is probably safer that it didn't.
Regardless of these two factors, this program definatley sped up my computer. Grab it! -
luhirs
Reviewing 6.0.2200.0 (Apr 29, 2007)
I found this..
New vista updates in the new version
http://www.tune-up.com/p...ews/?page=windows-vista -
merlin666
Reviewing 6.0.2200.0 (Apr 28, 2007)
What is new in this release. I cannot find a changelog.
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shrink57
Reviewing 6.0.2200.0 (Apr 27, 2007)
One of the best in it's class. Even has some nice XP skinning and icon management tricks up its sleeve.
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White_Flame
Reviewing 6.0.2200.0 (Apr 27, 2007)
Wow, this thing has some powerful defragmenting capabilities. i purposefully ripped things apart so i could see it go back together with ease. one of the most amazing products ive ever owned
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iamtux
Reviewing 6.0.2200.0 (Apr 27, 2007)
Interesting tweaking utility. I downloaded it just today, its got lots of good stuff in it. I just may end up buying this!
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jofin
Reviewing 6.0.1255.0 (Dec 21, 2006)
This is an excellent program and I continue to rate it very highly. However, I have just updated to 2007 and am very disappointed in how little has changed from the previous version. My advice if you already have 2006 is to keep using it and save your money.
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Avion Airplane
Reviewing 6.0.1255.0 (Dec 21, 2006)
I love this program ! I install it on all my computers
http://www.townoflaplata.com -
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zridling
Reviewing 6.0.1255.0 (Dec 21, 2006)
Love this program and have used it many versions, but the last major upgrade was just in April, which means I've paid $50 in 2006 to upgrade TuneUp — crap man! Oh well, it works, and has a clean UI.
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id242
Reviewing 6.0.1255.0 (Dec 20, 2006)
TuneUp Utilities 2007 includes many new features
http://www.tune-up.com/p...ilities/news/?page=text
TuneUp Disk Doctor:
Performs a thorough check of hard drives – automatically corrects errors in the file system and drive sectors to keep your data secure.
TuneUp Disk Space Explorer:
Uses a targeted approach to identify which files and file groups are taking up valuable disk space on your hard drives.
Expanded TuneUp System Control:
Offers expanded configuration options for Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 2 and Office 2007.
Improved 1-Click maintenance:
Allows you to perform even more thorough system checks and error correction with a single click.
Improved TuneUp DiskCleaner:
Finds additional unnecessary file types and gives you more free disk space.
Improved TuneUp RegistryCleaner:
Targets unnecessary entries in the Windows registry using an improved scan technology and removes them.
Designed for future use with Windows Vista™:
Gives you a free online update to TuneUp Utilities 2007 for Windows Vista™. -
bodean
Reviewing 6.0.1255.0 (Dec 20, 2006)
Whats new? Why do you have to be so lazy. Go google the app, go to the website, and use your 2nd grade education and READ about it, gimp.
Great App btw. -
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oompoop
Reviewing 5.3.2343 (Oct 25, 2006)
I got it on my birthday (56) from my dad (84) ;-))
Please run first the 1-click-service, and if it says "all problems fixed" try 1. CCLEANER [free] and 2. REGSUPREME [Share] ... -
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zridling
Reviewing 5.3.2343 (Oct 7, 2006)
Better than any other when it comes to customizing Windows. When combined with TweakUI, you can make XP work and look any way you want.
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Cris3
Reviewing 5.3.2343 (Oct 6, 2006)
I've been running this program for a few years now and I've grown to depend on it being there when I need it. It's versatile and handy like a crescent wrench in your toolbox. I don't know why support would be an issue with it. Never had to use support for this program.
The Welcome Screen and system components icon changer are easy to use functions that adds some personal touch to the interface. Mormegil icons (on web)have a classy look that you can install with this program. -
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bringshu
Reviewing 5.0.2331 (Oct 23, 2005)
Excellent software for optimization. But for registry cleaner I'd suggest to try out WinASO which is more thorough or RegCleaner(NOT TWEAKNOW version) for advanced users.
Otherwise I'd rate it as an aweware (awesome software)!! -
na6car
Reviewing 5.0.2331 (Oct 5, 2005)
Love the program, but hate the support... Oh, did I say support? There is no such thing as support from TuneUp Utilities...
I sent them three email requests for help so far, and still no response, so if you have a working copy, good for you, but if you need help, forget it! -
Chazwazza
Reviewing 5.0.2331 (Sep 29, 2005)
Uhhhh, it is listed on their site. :P
http://www.tune-up.com/products/tuneup-utilities/
Excellent program btw. -
zridling
Reviewing 5.0.2331 (Sep 24, 2005)
I like TuneUp Utilities because it's one of the easiest and most effective tweaking utilities alongside Microsoft's TweakUI.
PS. Where is the 2006 version? It is not listed anywhere on TuneUp's site. It's pretty amazing that FileForum has the latest version, but TuneUp does not. -
Carlospr
Reviewing 5.0.2331 (Sep 23, 2005)
I still use TuneUp 2004 for some tasks.
But, I have to agree with Inray. It lacks depth.
The new version seems to be just fancy since:
- The Uninstall Manager is still the same: no cache (for fast loading), no exclusion list (for faster loading), no real icons. Little to manage...
- The Registry Editor lacks a backup feature: not a .reg copy but a hive copy (like in Registry WorkShop). A .reg backup can be made with Windows' Regedit...
- The StartUp Manager does not show Windows services (yet) just a link to services (c'mon!).
The tools I use most are just the same. "No depth at all". That's why just 3. -
Argente
Reviewing 4.1.2318 (Sep 2, 2005)
Ya esta disponible TuneUp Utilies 2006 5.0.2327!!
Muy bueno!!
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tre_rosor
Reviewing 4.1.2318 (Feb 10, 2005)
I like this program a lot, since I'm not an advanced user and the interface is really simple to use. I have not had any trouble then I correct the problems found by the program. Instead it corrected a lot (hundreds) of problem on my computer which impressed me so much that I bought one copy.
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Raven Sati
Reviewing 4.1.2318 (Dec 21, 2004)
Inray is correct about this one. Maybe you will have some harm and they want you to pay them to do it to you.
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httpd.confused
Reviewing 4.1.2318 (Nov 19, 2004)
I agree. Real utilities are like a trip to the hardware store--you get the individual best tool for each need. TuneUp Utilities is like a trip to the toy store, culminating in the purchase of a child's toy, made to look cute, and include everything in one bag, with nothing working well enough for serious use.
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Inray
Reviewing 4.1.2311 (Sep 20, 2004)
Just a mediocre utility under a really nice user interface.
Sorry to disagree with many Tuneup fans, but i cannot call this as System utility.
Disk cleaning is really a joke. No user control on every aspect of searching and deletion. No user configurable file and path selectors, just a few hardwired filters, like tmp, bak, log etc. No exclusion lists, no folder addition, no nothing.
Registry cleaning is useless and dangerous. Most keys it finds, especially those in CLSID branch, are needed by the system and should not be removed. Tuneup, cannot even detect and remove most known MRU values. Even worst, it has no exclusion lists and user have to uncheck dangerous keys manually after scanning. That's a shame.
System optimizer ? Don't make me laugh.
I will not mention tweaking features, it really has many but who cares. That doesn't make Tuneup a good utility, just another colored tweak toy for newbees.
So i cannot rate it with more than 2. Sory folks, Tuneup utilities has nice "German" user interface, but no depth at all. -
ranasrule
Reviewing 4.1.2311 (Apr 2, 2004)
zippo is to cigarette lighters as TuneUp Utilities 2004 is to ......... system maintenance utilities......watch out for this one in future SATs
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Bachalor
Reviewing 4.1.2311 (Apr 2, 2004)
Easy for work, german interface....This tool remove also invalid .lnk files (Shortcuts), other programs deny the service or can't find these faults at all.
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sflorack
Reviewing 3.1.2004 (Feb 12, 2004)
Very good suite of applications. The icon engineer is the link weak in the suite as it seemed to mess up my registry. (It removed my ability to view videos as icons in Windows Explorer; had to repair the problem by editing each extension seperately.) Otherwise, a very full-rounded package.
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