THE ANT FARM'S WINDOWS ROOM

Last Updated: 2-3-2012

Notes: Some of these programs and screen savers will run on other versions of Windows (98 means original 98 and will work in 98 SE). Try them at your own risk. There are Internet programs for Windows in Internet File Storage Room. Updated is for the date update on here, and not the program release. Windows are usually with all the latest service packs (SPs) and updates.


Useful Applications
File Information: Program Descriptions and Ant's Windows Versions Used:
IcongoScreen v8.0.2.424
Almost 1 MB

Home Page

Updated on 10-15-2011

A totally configurable virtual multi-page monitor manager with many features. It is like having a large number of monitors that you can easily manage using either hotkeys or mini-window.

Used in 32-bit XP Professional/Pro. and 64-bit Windows 7 Home Premium.

IconAnti-Malware v1.60.01.1000:
9 MB

Malwarebytes

Updated on 12-28-2011

A high performance anti-malware application that thoroughly removes even the most advanced malware and spyware. With one of the fastest, most effective quick scans and malware removal capabilities on the market, this program is the perfect addition to your personal computer/PC's defenses.

Used in 2000 Professional/Pro., 32-bit XP Professional/Pro., and 64-bit 7 Home Premium.

IconMedia Changer Deluxe v4.03:
1.1 MB

The company no longer supports and develops this program.

Updated on 2-3-2000

An application that can automatically change your desktop wallpaper, screen saver, all sound events, and desktop theme. For each media type, the user can set a list of folders that Media Changer will select the next file from. Each media type (and each sound event) can be changed alphabetically, randomally, or left alone.

Used in Windows 95, 98, NT4 Workstation, and 2000 Professional/Pro. Partially works in 32-bit XP Professional/Pro.

PowerToys (Last updated: 1/17/2007)

Various Sizes (Components)

Microsoft

Updated on 4-1-2007

Windows XP (Home and Professional, Tablet PC Edition, and Media Center Edition). 98 and Me versions are on their Windows CDs.

Additional programs, that developers work on after a product, released to manufacturing. They add fun and functionality to the Windows experience.

IconSpybot-Search & Destroy v1.6.2:
16 MB

Home Page

Updated on 1-26-2009

An application to scan for and clean spyware, adware, hijackers and other malicious software.

Used in Windows 98 SE, 2000 Professional/Pro., 32-bit XP Professional/Pro., and 64-bit 7 Home Premium.

IconSUPERAntiSpyware v5.0.1144:
12 MB

Home Page

Updated on 2-3-2012

An application to scan for and clean spyware, adware, hijackers and other malicious software.

Used in 2000 Professional/Pro. and XP Professional/Pro.

IconUnlocker v1.9.1:
111 KB - 1 MB

Home Page

Updated on 4-18-2011

Unlocker is an Windows Explorer extension that allows you with a simple right-click of the mouse on a file or folder to get rid of error message such as error deleting file or folder, cannot delete folder: it is used by another person or program. Unlocker can unlock files, folders, dll, and can also delete index.dat without restarting your computer.

Used in XP Professional/Pro. Failed in 64-bit 7 Home Premium.

IconWinamp v5.623:
Various Sizes

Home Page

Updated on 12-11-2011

The ultimate high-fidelity media player for Windows. It has skin, audio, visualization, effects, etc.

Used in XP Professional/Pro. and 64-bit 7 Home Premium.

IconWinRoll v2.0:
9 KB or 89 KB

Home Page

Links broken as of 4/18/2011 8:38 AM PDT.

Updated on 3-27-2008

Make a window roll into its title bar, send it to the back or make it stay on top. Minimize, maximize or close all visible windows, including minimizing to the tray area.

Used in XP Professional/Pro. and 64-bit 7 Home Premium, but not all options work.


Favorite Screen Savers/Screensavers (only tested in
File Information: Program Descriptions and Ant's Windows Versions Used:
24's Screensaver v2.0:
3.8 MB

TV.com's forum thread

Updated on 7-1-2006

24's digital clock screen saver with the television/TV's introduction, Jack Bauer's "the following takes place between X:00 and Y:00" reflecting computer's time, etc.

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

Dream Aquarium Screensaver v1.2.404:
9.5 MB (excluding the addons and updates)

Dream Aquarium

Updated on 3-20-2011

"A next-generation aquarium screensaver that brings the beauty of a lush freshwater aquarium to your computer with unsurpassed realism.

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

IconGoldfish Aquarium Screen Saver v2.0:
4 MB (Demo & Full Version)

LifeGlobe and Official Web Site

Updated on 10-17-2003

Hyper-realistic 3D goldfish swim at random in a hi-resolution tank with plants. These aren't simple bitmap fish (2-D).

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

IconKoi Fish 3D Screensaver v2.0.0.6:
21 MB

3Planesoft

Updated on 9-10-2011

"... a world of harmony and tranquility, with brightly-colored Koi fish pictured among fine aquatic vegetation in the water looking so real you can almost feel its coolness. Pleasant mood music is a gentle final touch to this work of art."

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

IconMarine Aquarium Screen Saver v3.2:
3.4 MB

SereneScreen and Jim Sachs' Official Web Site

Updated on 7-29-2011

"You've seen aquarium programs before, but you've never seen anything like this! Marine Life so vibrant you won't believe your eyes. Indescribable realism! These fish are actual 3D Models, not flat images dragged across the screen..."

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

IconMatrix Code Emulator Screensaver v1.50:
94 KB

Reality Rift Studios (closed)

Updated on 1-23-2003

A screen saver that emulates the green Matrix code you can see on Tank's screens in the movie.

Used in 2000 Professional/Pro. and XP Professional/Pro.

IconThe Matrix Screen Saver v1.14:
240 KB/492 KB

Meticulous Software

Updated on 8-15-2010

A screen saver that emulates the matrix code and the movie introduction sequence seen in the popular the film.

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

Really Slick Screensavers: v0.2
Various Sizes

Home Page

Updated on 8-15-2010

Awesome OpenGL Windows screen savers that are great for showing off hardware acceleration.

Used in XP Professional/Pro.

System47 v2.2:
1.3 MB

System47

Updated on 7-29-2005

An animated Star Trek LCARS Screen Saver with optional audio.

Note: Reinstall the screen saver after you do a Flash upgrade since its installer removes old Flash file it needs.

Used in 2000 Professional/Pro. and XP Professional/Pro.




Links for More Windows Stuff (Last Updated: 7-29-2007):

An AntVersionTracker for its collection.

An AntNONAGS for the latest software that does not nags.

An AntGiveaway of the Day for the free full Windows software of the day. Grab it within 24 hours.

An AntGizmo's Freeware Reviews: Best freeware, reviewed, and rated.

An AntLast Freeware Version: Free and usually outdated software versions before started requiring money.

An AntOldVersion.com and OldApps.com for the old versions of Windows software.

An AntSysinternals and NirSoft: Advanced utilities, technical information, etc. related to Windows internals.

An AntFree-Codecs.com: Latest free codecs, tools, players, etc. for audio and video.



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