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I just bought the Acer Aspire One netbook. Link I also plan on upgrading it to 4gigs of ram.

I'm tired of my current position so I plan on learning SQL and HTML along with other programming languages. What are some useful tools that you techsperts recommend?

Notepad++
WAMP for development

Some more common usefull apps https://ninite.com/

utorrent

Firefox
avast
Comodo
keyscrambler
ccleaner

Secunia PSI version 2 if you're using Windows is a must!

Don't forget to learn python and java.  :)

Tools to help with programming or other apps and programs?

WAMP for MySQL , PHP if you really want to get into Html and sql . I'll also suggest either Notepad++ or Dreamweaver for coding :)
 

I highly recommend Malwarebytes.

I second Notepad++, it is very useful.

If it is a netbook, i doubt you can install any database system and have it running smoothly. Just try the free mysql first, or use ms access to familiarise yourself with sql. If you have a desktop with a bit more muscle, install mysql on there and query the database on your netbook.

Malwarebytes Anti malware is really good indeed, even the free version. It doesn't ask you to purchase every damn time you use it either like other free programs. Also free version isn't time limited, only the premium trial is.

Editplus

My only suggestion is to not load it with crapware and unecessary software, one or two internet browsers at most (firefox or Chrome IE9 and tor on a drive), 1 antivirus with firewall (even the windows security essentials is enough for this), 1 antimalware and privacy software(malawarebyte, hitmanPRO,Spybot search and destroy) your codecs I recommend CCCP, and your SQL PHP software, notepad++ Java and you should be set to go

Microsoft Paint  ;D dont know alot but for videos VLC.

You don't need such thing, just install CCCP which is a codec pack and use your windows player no need for more plays on your PC btw isn't MS Paint stock on windows <.< ?

yeah but useful one  ;D but VLC is VLC , i prefer VLC more than any other Video Player.

the only good thing about VLC is the ease of use as a reception streaming platform that's all to it, but you would be just adding ruddency to your computer for no reason, why you want to have 3 or 4 video players if you are just going to use one and rarely

Paint is indeed very useful for painting beautiful squares and circles, but it's already installed from scratch with windows computers, no need to download it. :)

Upgrade to Paint.net

http://download.cnet.com/Paint-NET/3000-2192_4-10338146.html

I prefer Paintbrush (mac user) Huehuehuehue.

Why use paint when there is lightyears ahead photoshop?

Photoshop is overkill.  Also, Paint.net is free.

When you can afford it, throw away that spinning hard drive and get yourself a solid state drive. If you are doing HTML and web server stuff, definitely set up a LAMP server and connect to it via putty or winscp. GIMP is a good alternative to photoshop or paint. Notepad++ is useful too. Good luck!

Photoshop <<<<< MSPaint, and this is from experience, not because of functionalities but rather what the average will used for, which cut, past, add text, cover/hide something and that's all

Klite mega codec pack for videos.

Which anti-Virus software are you planning to use? I'd recommend Kaspersky Internet Security 2014, which you could get from the Ebay for as little as $10. Very inexpensive, at the time efficient also.

Anti virus software kaspersky I would suggest

If you use Windows,
- Winrar
- VLC

Couldn't live without Ninite now days.

sorry, but this isn't 2003

Kind of weak computer.

Anyway, I recommend you get Crysis 3.

VIM is a great editor.

For web browsing: Chrome,
a free file archiver: 7-zip,
antivir: Avast!,
video editing: Avidemux,
office: LibreOffice,
media player: VLC Media Player,
text editor: Notepad++
defrag tool: Defraggler
pdf viewer: PDF-XChange Viewer
anti-malware tool: Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free
pic editor: Paint.NET
torrent client: Vuze, qBittorrent
date recovery: Recuva
system information tool: Speccy
cleaning tool: CCleaner
system optimizer: Razer Game Booster

Forget VLC, use KMPlayer, but older versions.

All I can add to that:
Mozilla > Chrome.
It's a personal preference though. :)

Bitcomet for downloading videos and other stuffs.

Malwarebytes, i use them myself.

I use Fences 2 which will organize your desktop a little more. Been using it for ages and I recommend it to everyone, it has so many features you can't pass on.

HexChat (http://hexchat.github.io/) - free version of legendary IRC client Xchat. IRC is fun.
Jabber Psi (http://psi-im.org) client for encrypted instant messaging
I could recommend Cygwin (http://www.cygwin.com) as well, here you can learn and research the linux world while using Windows.

I think that IRC should be removed once and for all.... I mean seriously this is not 97 anymore ....

... and IRC is still the place where most of Bitcoin developers are standing by and communicating between each other :)

ImgBurn
Virtual CloneDrive
uTorrent
Chrome
Sketchup
Tor Browser Bundle

Just be careful and don't download any software claiming they'll make your computer faster / cleaner etc ( exception CCleaner ).
You could also look to download Driver Booster to get all the latest drivers. It beats all other driver programs because it's free, and doesn't only scan your computer, but downloads and installs for you as well. Just keep an eye open while installing it to uncheck the box that installs toolbars and changes your default browser. It's all optional, but the box is checked by default.

If you're a developer don't forget
fileseek @ http://www.fileseek.ca/ (http://www.fileseek.ca/) - the free version is very good ... and fast.
don't recall anyone telling you to get openoffice @ http://www.openoffice.org/ (http://www.openoffice.org/) / libreoffice @ https://www.libreoffice.org/ (https://www.libreoffice.org/) if you don't already have a fully paid m$ office.

I would recommend Steam

uTorrent
Chrome
Avira
 ;)

they are all great tool.enjoy

SpyBot, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.

This really depends on what you usually do with your computer? Installing anything that you won't use would be a mistake.
I actually separated a few systems for different groups of programs.

You will need antivir no matter what. I recommend Avast! great all-around protection against viruses and trojans.
Nice options here are also AntiVir Free version - lightweight and solid. Good ratings. Worth looking into.

Firewall is nice security option too: Comodo Firewall - long been considered one of the best free firewall tools available.

Peer Block - Control/block your PC's communication with ad or spyware servers. Secures P2P activities.

Ones I use:

GIMP (for image editing)
Eclipse (for JAVA programming)
Firefox

All free. Oh, and you might want to get double the amount of RAM at the very least.

Just see what u need, and dont put anything u dont need and wont use.
There is nothing worse than overstucked comp, especialy when it is netbook, personaly a very bad choice by in my opinion.

I guess a new computer meaning Windows h8te? Essential program would be startisback

does anyone have any opinion about Swift?

don't know how to program and was thinking of trying to learn it

Here is my list:

1. Ksapersky Anti Virus
2. Dropbox
3. Winrar
4. ImgBurn
5. Trillian
6. VLC Media Player
7. Google Chrome
8. Google Earth
9. Freemake Video Converter
10. Picasa

here is my opinion what average user must have
Avast
utorrent
4Kdownloader
Lightshot
Skype
Chrome
TeamViwer
Adobe Acrobat
Daemon tools
BS player
Aimp
Office
Nero
PhotoShop
CorelVideoStudio

Hi, Dad bought my first year when I was a child (only 3 years) and now all of that I know of computer is thanks to he !

So, install this program:

GoogleChrome
Teamviewer
Skype
Utorrent
Photoshop
Microsoft Visual Studio
Notepad +++


That's the minimum that you have to installed on your computer :)

Visual Studio, Netbeans, Ecilpse

Their are two that i wants to recommend. I use them all the time.  :)

1. f.lux (https://justgetflux.com/) : It adjusts a computer display's color temperature according to its location and time of day, based on a user specified set of longitude and latitude geographical coordinates, a ZIP Code, or a city name.

2. puush (http://puush.me/) : Use keyboard shortcuts or drag-drop gestures to quickly capture any portion of your screen. These screenshots are near-instantly puush'd, leaving behind a short URL in your clipboard, perfect for sharing. Paste these easily into your Twitter, IRC or IM clients. Share them with the world or make them private, for your eyes only.

I always like DUMeter running - let's me know if something is eating up my bandwidth.

I use NOD by Eset for antivirus.

Haw You tried games? If your job doesn't require your use PC in home, then the other reason to buy a new computer are the games. Personally I think it's a waste of money if you buy a new pc every 3 or 4 years but don't play games on it.

I suggest you to install bluestack, a good android simulator where you can download and install all android progs and games to play in PC

CPUID HWMonitor if you like monitoring your temperatures.

First Linux because programming on Windows is really disseminating and causes depression.
 Others will depend on what you would like to develop. Eclipse is nice, if there a version for your language, but it consumes too much memory.

Some random programs you might would like:


djvu viewer - far better than adobe pdf, also saves where you stopped your reading. No need for that if you go to linux.
VLC player
Tor browser.

If you plan to develop, install Git and have a good version control from the start.

Also go to Linux, I prefer Debian or Debian-based clones(ex: Linux Mint Debian version)


Stay away from Ubuntu, for long it a crappy OS

VLC
KMPlayer
Utorrent
notepad ++
Java
unity 3d
Vc_Red
and chrome