My pics for best software and freeware

My pick best webpage editor: NetObjects Fusion 

My pick best free email: Gmail

My pick best information manager: Treepad

My pick best mind mapping freeware: FreeMind

My pick best office freeware: OpenOffice

My pick best antivirus freeware: AVG

My pick best freeware anti-spyware: Spybot

My pick best graphics editor: Ulead PhotoImpact

My pick best online file converter: Zamzar

My pick freeware file and system cleaner: CCleaner

My pick best freeware downloader: Flashget

My pick best freeware torrent downloader: Utorrent

My pick best finance software: Quicken

My pick best value internet provider in Australia: iSage

My pick best media cataloguing tool: Cathy

My pick best freeware file shredder: Eraser

My pick best RTS: Command and Conquer Generals Zero Hour

My significant links

University of Southern Queensland (USQ) - my current employer.

Queensland University of Technology - this is where I studied my Masters degree

Tabor College, Adelaide - this is where I did my undergraduate degree and postgraduate diploma, and most importantly, met my wife.

The Message - this is a modern paraphrase of the Bible. Very enjoyable to read.

Ebay - I get some great bargains from here, particularly with software and smaller computer parts such as USB devices

One of a kind trading - An online shop to get great table tennis equipment for cheap prices. The site also has great reviews and a lively discussion forum.

ABC Podcasting - The site for downloading ABC National programs. Great for stimulating listening from key players in politics, science, psychology and a range of other disciplines.

Amazon books - a great internet bookstore. Can pick up some great bargains at times.

Lifeline Community Care QLD - my former employer.