While most realize that the browser "market" is chock full of free browser applications, most may not be aware of the plethora of excellent freeware applications available for the consumer and small business user for a variety of interesting and useful purposes. Most of the programs listed below have been reviewed by the CNET reviewers and are certified to be free of viruses. Further, most of the programs have received relatively high ratings.

Free Small Business & Personal Software Applications

The following are applications that are user friendly and safe (free from viruses) that any user may install. What is particularly helpful in the applications that are available is that many support both standard office software functions as well as those for personal usage. Many additional applications may be found at cnet.com:

Office Word Processing, Spreadsheet and Office Applications

There are two programs: Openoffice.org - Word processor, spreadsheet and full office suite software. The Openoffice suite gives a user everything that Microsoft offers. Also, the look and feel is very similar to the Microsoft suite. EssentialPIM Free for Organizing and managing daily tasks. All appointments, tasks, to do lists, notes, contacts and email messages are stored in a graphical and accessible form. Fully Netbook compatible. It also offers synchronization with Google Calendar and Contacts, Outlook and Windows mobile devices