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Review - Opera for Windows
9.0 Beta Build 8219 (Feb 14, 2006)

Edit: This is in response to metshrines review above.

@metshrine,
I agree with you completely. I agree that Opera does have its flaws and I'm not trying to deny them. I too love and enjoy having Opera as my primary browser even though I'm well aware of its shortcomings, many of which you've summarized in your very good review. My post (which I seem to have accidently deleted) wasn't intended as a flame against ninjaratu or as a fanboy-type response; I was just trying to clarify his opening comment that it was devoid of meaningful customizations.
Review - CCleaner for Windows
1.27.255 Beta (Feb 8, 2006)

I'm giving it a 4 this time round for bundling a toolbar with the installation. Otherwise CCleaner deserves a 5.

The developer has stated on his forums that the toolbar will be optional (even as a download) in the final release.
"Once out of beta, hopefully later this week, I'll create some often requested different versions of the installer.
One without the toolbar for system admins and fans of minimilist apps, and a couple of others."
http://forum.ccleaner.com/index.php?showtopic=4034
Review - CCleaner for Windows
1.25.201 (Oct 30, 2005)

Yes! Support for Opera. CCleaner is getting better with every release.

Now, only if it'd support Opera cookie management...
Review - EVEREST Home Edition
2.01.351 Beta (Jun 7, 2005)

AFAIK, the last version which was feature complete was 2.00.335. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.
Review - FileZilla v2
2.2.12a (Mar 12, 2005)

This is the simplest and the easiest FTP client I've ever used. I've got computer-illiterate friends who've caught on to using this just like that. I love the way all settings are saved in the xml file, so that it's always there after every install, upgrade and how they can be easily backed up. I love the simplicity of the site manager and the level of control available.

Caleb,
I don't see how the interface of SmartFTP is any better/worse. The layout can be as easily configured for both clients. And the fact that it is free means it's accessible to everyone unlike paid/shareware. Opensource allows problems to be identified and fixed quickly. I personlly don't see why a program should be given so low a score just because of these reasons.
Comment - Microsoft Mouse is 'Not for Noobs'
2.2.12a (Aug 24, 2006 - 11:05 AM)

While the 1st version of the IntelliMouse Explorer didn't really have it in terms of build quality (I personally went through 2 in 1 year), Microsoft Mice (in general) have feel better in the hand than any other manufacturers' mice. Their mouse clicks actually feel like clicks unlike some other branded mice which I've tried which feel too light or mushy. The standard shape of MS mice is also one which feels most natural. The typically highly touted Logitech mice are either asymetrical which forces me to contort my wrist to be able to use the mouse, or have no curves which are typically present to make mice easier to hold.

While I can't say anything for their keyboards or other peripherals, MS Mice are indeed in a class of their own.

The thin flexible cord which is mentioned is already used in their current Laser Mouse 6000 (which I bought recently to replace a 4 yr old IntelliMouse Optical which was still working well). If i'm not actually looking at my mouse, I can hardly even tell that it is a wired mouse; the wire is that thin and light. The cables on my older MS mice are almost twice as thick.

While I certainly don't need a gaming mouse with 2000dpi, the increased accuracy of lase technology on my Laser Mouse 6000 is indeed fantastic. I might never consider the Habu, but I might consider the new IntelliMouse Explorer if I can actually see shots of it.
Comment - Apple Software Adds Windows to Mac
2.2.12a (Apr 7, 2006 - 11:14 AM)

The only thing which is stopping me from getting an Apple notebook to replace my recently fried laptop is the lack of read/write support for NTFS.

While I have been weaned on windows from 3.11, I have also used Macs occasionally. However, from what I've read so far here, Apple does use superior hardware as opposed to other manufacturers. If I were to get an Apple notebook, I'd get it only to have XP run on superior hardware while just ignoring OSX. Similar to how I'd install Rockbox if I were to ever buy an iPod. This is mainly because I'm just not comfortable with the Mac OS, not because I feel that XP is superior to OSX. (like you mentioned, this isn't an arguement about which the best OS is) I don't care about all those UNIX/terminal services that Sweazey has mentioned, so OSX does not really provide any additional benefit to me, other than probably that movie editing program on OSX.

So, what this article (and the news about Apple going with Intel) has done for me is to provide hope that eventually, I'll be able to install and run XP on hardware (built for a Mac) that is completely compatible, stable and reliable. If this can be achieved without having OSX to start with, it'd be even better.

Remember, to each his own.
Comment - Sony, NEC Merge Optical Drive Efforts
2.2.12a (Feb 28, 2006 - 10:04 AM)

I don't know what all the fuss is about. Just because Sony got caught up in all that DRM business and makes sub-par media/entertainment equipment doesn't necessarily mean that their optical drives suck. I've got a DRU 700A and it's been working perfectly for me since the day I bought it. While I've never tried NEC before, I have heard that they produce good optical drives too. So, what this merger means is better, more reliable optical drives for us consumers and probably better prices.