Record Skype Conversations with Free Recorder

If you are a Skype user (Skype is a software program that allows users to make calls over the Internet to other Skype users free of charge), you might notice that there is a missing a feature in the list of the service offerings – you cannot record your calls. While it might not be a high-demand feature in the personal communication, when it comes to the business contacts, if will bring an ability to elaborate your conversation in more details following the call completion. There are multiple services, which fill the empty space; however most of the software titles offered are not freeware. We present the free alternative to the readers of this blog.

This is a free Skype recording program which automatically recorders all your Skype conversations and conferences. It saves Skype conversations in compact and widely used format - mp3 files. This tool records P2P Skype calls, SkypeOut calls, as well as calls to Skype Online number. This program seats in the system tray, monitors Skype calls, and starts the recording automatically when you start conversation. It can record several simultaneous calls (e.g. one active while others on hold) in separate files for easy and convenient access. Very simple interface requires virtually no tuning or setup. Just install it, allow access to the Skype client and that's it.

Making call could cost nothing to you, but the information and conversation itself could be invaluable for you, your business and your reputation. Recording calls is simple step to be on a safe side.

Main features of MP3 Skype Recorder:

* Absolutely free, no limits

* Automatic or manual recording

* Saves conversation in compact mp3 files

* Recording P2P, SkypeOut calls and calls coming to Online number.

* Separate recording of multiply simultaneous calls

* Seamless integration with Skype Conference recording

* Simple interface.

* The program uses LAME MP3 encoder.

System requirements: 

* OS: Windows 2000, XP, Vista

*.Net Framework 2.0 or later (will be installed automatically from Microsoft.com)

* Skype.  

Note: Vista and some personal firewalls could give you a "low risk" alert on Skype Call Recorder first recording as it uses a local port to get sound from Skype, to record you have to allow Skype Call Recorder to use this local port. This is absolutely safe.

Author: Alexander Nikiforov

Website: http://voipcallrecording.com/MP3_Skype_Recorder

Download: http://voipcallrecording.com/MP3SkypeRecorderSetup.exe

NexusFile - Fast Portable Windows File Manager

NexusFile is a free windows file manager that has a cool-looking interface. Instead of using boring beige / white as its default background, it uses black. It also intelligently color codes your files and folders with customizable color schemes.

NexusFile has a familiar, Explorer-like interface with dual, same sized panes for you to work on your files and folders. If you are familiar with Windows Explorer’s interface, NexusFile will get you going in no time.

Main features:
* Basic Functions: Copy/Move To, Copy/Cut/Past, Delete/Shred, Rename, Change Attributes/Time.
* Advanced Rename: Rename multiple files at once with many powerful options.
* Navigate Folders: Favorite Folders, Working Folders, Tabs, Smart Address Bar.
* Dual Panels: Open two folders at once.
* Archives: manages ZIP, ARJ, RAR, ACE archive files.
* FTP: basic FTP functions.
* File Join/Split: Split large file into many small files or Join small files into a large file. Merge several text files into a file.
* Save File List: Save file/folder list with many formats.
* Shortcuts: Most functions has a Keyboard shortcut so you can do everything fast.
* Multi-language: Multi-language supports with language files.
* Skin: you can change the look of a program.
* Disk Cleanup: Empty Recycle Bin, Delete temporary files, etc.
* Quick History: Get back to any previously opened folder much faster.
* Add Comment function: Mark specific files and folders with a meaningful note that is viewable on the status bar.
* Compare Folders: compare two folders.
* Function keys usage: Use of your fully configurable function keys (F1, F2, …) assigned to specific file management tasks.
* Unicode: Unicode file name supported.
* Software is portable, and does not require installation on your Hard Drive. Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Just launch NexusFile.exe.
* System Requirement: Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista
* License: Freeware

Developers Website: http://www.xiles.net/nexusfile/

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System Purification Tool

PureRa is a simple portable tool that does a simple computer maintenance task. However, this program has special features, giving an extra functionality in comparison with other computer cleaning utilities: it removes files from your computer that other cleaning programs tend to oversee. Some of the target files are simply removed to create additional valuable space while other files (that are able to recreate themselves) are removed in an attempt to repair certain system configuration issues.

Targets that are currently removed by PureRa are:

- Config.msi Folder [The Config.msi folder contains backup of that are being installed or updated during an install. Sometimes a Windows Installer package is sloppy and doesn’t automatically remove unpacked setup files and the Config.msi folder can get cluttered with useless files]

- Thumbs.db [when you view the contents of a folder in ’Thumbnail’ or ’Filmstrip’ view a system file called Thumbs.db is generated automatically by Windows XP. Thumbs.db contains a copy of each of the tiny preview images generated for image files in that folder so that they load up quickly the next time you browse that folder. Thumbs.db also stores your settings with regard to thumbnail and filmstrip view. Though they are small they may annoy you because there may be hundreds of them]

- Iconcache.db [The icons used in Windows are saved in an icon cache. These can become corrupted and lead to garbled/fuzzy icons. Deleting the Iconcache.db file will force Windows to re-create itself flawlessly]

- .sqm-files [sqm-files are created by MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger. It is rumored that they are created to become the reports that these programs will send if you turn on the option to allow Microsoft to gather information about your use of MSN Live Messenger (read surfing behavior). These reports are still being generated (as sqm-files) but not send]

- Desktop.ini [Desktop.ini is used to tell Windows how to display a folder. For example, enabling Thumbnail view creates a desktop.ini file in that folder which amongst other things, tells Windows to add an extra item to the View menu for that folder. Desktop.ini files are also used when you customize folders, change their icons etc.]

This program is absolutely free for any use; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation.

The utility is small (175 Kb), fast, portable, easy to use, and does not consume significant system resources.

Developers’ website: http://raproducts.org/purera.html

Birthday Reminder to make your life easier

The most effective way to remember your wife’s birthday is to forget it once. In some cases, very simple software utilities can improve significantly daily life, reduce amount of stress and tension. For example, free portable application Birthday Reminder will do exactly, what you can imagine according to its clear title.

Birthday reminder will alert you to birthdays you need to remember, in advance of those dates.

The software is easy to configure. Clicking the Options button allows you to manage the birthdays, choose how far in advance you want to be reminded for each, which icon you’d like to use for that person, and set other options.

You’ll ask is that is all software can do for you? Yes, it is. Definitely, this feature can be setup as part of the regular reminder program, or part of the email program (Outlook, for example) operations. But, do we really need to mix all our appointments and dates to remember at the same location? I prefer to keep birthdays separate. Especially, since the software is very small, fast, does not need to be installed, and can be easily carried on USB drive.

Developers Web Site: http://www.zhornsoftware.co.uk/bday/index.html

Direct link for downloading (portable version): http://www.zhornsoftware.co.uk/bday/BirthdayReminderPortable.exe