{"id":30143,"date":"2025-04-29T22:29:19","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T01:29:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/?p=30143"},"modified":"2025-05-01T03:47:49","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T06:47:49","slug":"free-software-for-pc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/software-gratuito-para-pc\/","title":{"rendered":"Free PC software: Discover the hidden gems you should try today! \u2728\ud83d\udd25"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Free PC Software: 20 Programs That Will Revolutionize Your Life! \ud83d\ude80\ud83d\udcbb<\/h2>\n<div id=\"link_wrapped_content\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-bigbite-multi-title\"><\/section>\n<p>The best free PC software isn&#039;t just about cost (or lack thereof), it&#039;s about a new opportunity\u2014collections of code that make the most of your computer&#039;s hardware, tools that can do anything from balancing your household budget to helping cure cancer. \ud83d\udcbb\u2728<\/p>\n<p>Equipping your PC is a very personal task. But there are some programs so useful that we wholeheartedly recommend them to everyone. <a title=\"Free PC Optimization Programs You&#039;ll Love \ud83d\udcbb\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/free-optimization-programs-for-pc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"5660\">free programs for<\/a> PC apps\u2014a mix of must-haves and delightful add-ons\u2014deserve a spot on almost any computer. However, sometimes a paid alternative makes sense. We&#039;ve outlined the circumstances where an upgrade from the free offering might be warranted, along with our recommendation for each category. \ud83d\udd04<\/p>\n<p>And if you&#039;re choosing these programs as part of your new PC setup, don&#039;t forget to check out our guide on how to set up your new computer the right way. Let&#039;s get started! \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-better-browser\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A better browser<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-552187\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"Microsoft Edge logo\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\">\u00a0Microsoft<figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Before you start installing software, make sure you&#039;ve got the web browser of your choice. Using the default Edge browser in Windows 10 and 11 when you&#039;re used to another one is like wearing shoes that aren&#039;t yours. (Blech!) \ud83d\ude2b<\/p>\n<p>That said, we&#039;d say Edge is really good if you&#039;re not a Chrome fan; it&#039;s worth checking out. Firefox is excellent for those who value privacy. But hey, all browsers are free! Try before you decide\u2014we&#039;ve published in-depth reviews of the compelling features you&#039;ll only find in Edge, Firefox, and Vivaldi (aka the enthusiast browser). \ud83d\udd0d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"ninite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ninite<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178568_112_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Ninite makes booting up a new computer a piece of cake. Simply head to the Ninite site, select which free software you want to install on your PC\u2014it offers dozens of options, including many of the programs mentioned here\u2014and click on <em>Get Installer<\/em> to receive a custom .exe file containing the installers for those programs. Run the executable, and Ninite will install them all one after the other, <em>and<\/em> Automatically rejects offers to include bloatware that so many free apps try to sneak in. Hassle-free. \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. For most users, there isn&#039;t a worthy alternative, and even if there were, it wouldn&#039;t justify the cost. However, there is a paid add-on called Ninite Updater that costs $10 per year and makes it easy to keep all your desktop programs up to date.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"unchecky\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unchecky<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178569_826_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"unchecky\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Accidentally installing unwanted bloatware is one of the biggest dangers of free software, except for the sanctity of Ninite. For everything else, use Unchecky. Unchecky automatically unchecks all the boxes when you try to install a program and warns you if any suspicious software tries to sneak something harmful onto your machine. \ud83d\udea7<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. Again, Unchecky is in a league of its own, and while you might find similar capabilities in an antivirus program, there&#039;s no reason to look elsewhere.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"microsoft-powertoys\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microsoft PowerToys<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-700820\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.gif\" alt=\"Configuring Widget Mode in FancyZones\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"imageCredit\">Jared Newman \/ Foundry<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Si quieres afinar tu experiencia en Windows, aseg\u00farate de revisar la incre\u00edble suite <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/get-your-tiktok-videos-seen\/\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noopener\" title=\"How to get your TikTok videos viewed: The secrets no one tells you! \ud83d\udd25\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"34539\">PowerToys<\/a> de Microsoft. En apariencia destinada a entusiastas, PowerToys est\u00e1 cargado de herramientas dise\u00f1adas para <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/ai-chatbots\/\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noopener\" title=\"AI Chatbots: Plan trips and shopping easily and quickly \u2708\ufe0f\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"34538\">simplify<\/a> todo tipo de problemas en la PC. Ofrece utilidades para redimensionar im\u00e1genes en lote, encontrar r\u00e1pidamente el cursor del mouse, mantener siempre una ventana elegida en la parte superior, volver a asignar teclas del teclado, mostrar previsualizaciones de archivos en el Explorador de Archivos y mucho m\u00e1s. Y definitivamente deber\u00edas estar usando FancyZones, la incre\u00edble aplicaci\u00f3n de multitarea de Microsoft. \ud83d\udd27<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No, there is no premium alternative to Microsoft&#039;s incredible collection of tools.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"launchy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Launchy<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178569_743_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"launchy\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>A simple launcher app, Launchy, lets you access software much faster than navigating through Windows, even if you use the Windows key and search for an app by name. But Launchy can do much, much more: open any file or folder in seconds, shut down your PC, or even kill processes and perform math calculations with the right add-ons. Install Launchy and forget about the Start menu. \ud83d\udca8<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. Launchy is another Windows utility in a class of its own; however, the developers do accept donations, and we highly recommend you give them a few dollars for this excellent program.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"7-zip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7-Zip<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178570_749_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"7zip\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Windows puede crear y extraer archivos ZIP de forma nativa, pero si te encuentras mirando otro archivo <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/microsoft-majorana-1\/\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Microsoft Majorana 1: Revolutionize quantum computing! \ud83d\ude80\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"34540\">comprimido<\/a>, necesitar\u00e1s un programa dedicado para manejarlo. Muchos de ellos son de pago. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.7-zip.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"mentions\">7-Zip<\/a> It&#039;s open source and completely free, ready to handle all your archiving needs from the Windows context menu. \ud83d\udddc\ufe0f You can even encrypt 7-Zip files with a password to send them securely.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. 7-Zip is great, and paid alternatives like WinZip don&#039;t offer enough to justify the fee. For most of us, 7-Zip is just great\u2014and Microsoft has integrated support for RAR and 7-Zip files directly into <a href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/file-history\/\" title=\"File History: Back up your data easily and quickly in Windows 11! \ud83d\udcbe\u2728\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"5686\">Windows 11<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"vlc\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">VLC<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178571_637_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"vlc\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Windows 10 and 11 have a tricky problem: Unlike Windows 7, they can&#039;t play DVDs out of the box. Your PC may have DVD playback software installed if you bought a boxed system, but if not, the simply wonderful VLC media player can play your movies (and music, and podcasts, and more) for free. \ud83c\udfa5 It can even play (some) Blu-ray discs with a little tweaking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. VLC is simply fantastic, and you won&#039;t find a paid option that can justify its value compared to this free workhorse. However, you can send a donation to the VideoLAN organization as a thank you for their hard work.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"paint-net\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paint.net<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178572_233_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"paintnet\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>No dejes que el estatus gratuito de <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/paint-net-5-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Paint.NET 5.1 \ud83c\udfa8 It&#039;s here with amazing HDR improvements!\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7052\">Paint.net<\/a> te enga\u00f1e: Este editor de im\u00e1genes puede no tener todas las funciones de Photoshop, pero tiene todo lo que la mayor\u00eda de la gente necesita (incluida la edici\u00f3n basada en capas) y cuesta cientos de d\u00f3lares menos. \ud83d\udd8c\ufe0f Tenemos consejos de Paint.net para ayudarte a empezar con este software incre\u00edble y sin costo.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#039;re a graphics professional and can&#039;t afford Photoshop but need more than Paint.net offers, try GIMP. It has a steep learning curve, but its capabilities are impressive once you get the hang of it. However, those aren&#039;t your only options. Check out our roundup of the best free Photoshop alternatives for more free programs, from quick adjustments to detailed image editing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes. Free image editors are generally great, and GIMP is better than ever. But Adobe&#039;s Photoshop remains the undisputed titan for image editing, while the hobbyist-level Photoshop Elements has advanced features you won&#039;t find in free programs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"audacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Audacity<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178573_324_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"audacity\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you need to record or mix audio without spending a lot of money on professional software, Audacity is the best option. This powerful open-source audio editor offers excellent production capabilities\u2014and an astonishing array of buttons and options. Get it, then read the Audacity manual to familiarize yourself with the basics. \ud83c\udfb5<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Maybe. For most users, <a href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/open-source-applications\/\" title=\"Open Source Applications: 7 Amazing Free Tools for Windows \ud83d\udcbb\u2728\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"6089\">Audacity is a tool<\/a> powerful, but if you&#039;re moving up to the semi-pro level and need a deeper level of audio editing, then Adobe Audition CC for $$23 per month might be worth it. Keep in mind, however, that Adobe Audition is a professional tool, not a starter option.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"revo-uninstaller\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Revo Uninstaller<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178573_586_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"revo uninstaller\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>When you remove software using the default Windows uninstall utility, it can leave a lot of leftovers in odd places, taking up valuable storage space. Revo Uninstaller removes <em>all<\/em>. It&#039;s great. \ud83e\uddf9<\/p>\n<p>(Pro Tip: If you encounter a program that says it can&#039;t be removed because it&#039;s in use by your system, the free IOBit Unlocker can unblock it, as can Microsoft PowerTools.)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes. Revo Uninstaller only handles the basics. If you need features like removing remnants of previously uninstalled programs or performing bulk uninstalls, then spending $20 on Revo Uninstaller Pro or a yearly subscription to $20 with Iobit Uninstaller Pro is worth it.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"spacesniffer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SpaceSniffer<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-547589\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178573_663_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"SpaceSniffer\" width=\"1200\" height=\"609\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Managing your computer&#039;s storage space is an experience that requires your full attention. Windows tells you how much free space is on your drive, and that&#039;s it; it&#039;s up to you to dive into a million different directories and delete what&#039;s left when you&#039;re running low. SpaceSniffer (try not to laugh) from Uderzo Software solves this by scanning an entire drive and presenting your files and folders in a visual grid, making it easy to find &quot;lost&quot; programs that are taking up large amounts of space on your hard drive. It&#039;s one of the five Windows power tools we can&#039;t live without. \ud83d\udcca<\/p>\n<p>WinDirStat is another free program that behaves similarly to SpaceSniffer. If you&#039;re looking to free up space for the latest install of a massive game, you&#039;ll want to have one of these installed on your PC.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nope!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"recuva\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recuva<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178575_900_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"recuva\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>But what if you want to bring a deleted file back to life? Recuva is a clean and simple deduplication program from Piriform, the creators of CCleaner.<\/p>\n<p>Be warned: Recuva won&#039;t be able to recover all deleted files, and the odds are even lower if you deleted a program with a secure removal tool like Eraser (another top-notch free program). However, Recuva has saved my bacon more than once. \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Maybe. Recuva helps you recover files, but if you want advanced features like virtual hard drive support and automatic updates, then the $20 for Recuva Pro might be worth it.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sumatra-pdf\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sumatra PDF<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178575_959_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"Sumatra PDF\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Adobe Reader may be the most sought-after PDF reader, but it&#039;s clunky, constantly updated, and frequently targeted by malware vendors. If you only need basic functionality, go with Sumatra PDF instead. Sumatra lacks the fancy extras found in many full-featured PDF readers, but when it comes to simply reading PDFs, Sumatra PDF is lightning fast and completely accurate. Oh, and because it&#039;s less ubiquitous than Adobe&#039;s offering, hackers tend to avoid Sumatra PDF. \ud83e\udd73<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. There are paid PDF readers like Adobe Acrobat or Wondershare&#039;s PDFelement. But they offer features that few people need, such as the ability to edit, add watermarks, and annotate PDFs. If you need these advanced features, check out our guide to the best PDF editors.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"spotify-or-itunes\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spotify or iTunes<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178576_713_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"Spotify\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Sometimes, listening to good music is the only way to get through endless emails or an overwhelming spreadsheet. The exact music client you&#039;ll want will depend on whether you&#039;ve already purchased a service, of course. For music novices, I recommend two programs: iTunes and Spotify.<\/p>\n<p>The iTunes Windows client is notoriously bad, but it gets the job done\u2014and that job includes giving you access to a vast universe of premium music downloads and keeping your iPhone&#039;s music library synced with your PC. Spotify, on the other hand, is an all-you-can-eat streaming service with millions of songs available, all free if you don&#039;t mind a few ads. \ud83c\udfb6<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes. You don&#039;t need to be an audiophile to recognize the <a title=\"Spotify vs. Tidal Comparison: Discover Superior FLAC! \u200b\u200b\ud83d\udd25\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/spotify-and-tidal-comparison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"5659\">sound difference in the higher versions<\/a> quality that Spotify and Apple Music premium subscribers get, plus no ads and the ability to listen to your music wherever you want. \ud83d\udcc8<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-password-manager\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A password manager<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178577_908_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"LastPass\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>La corriente interminable de ataques hackers de alto perfil en los \u00faltimos a\u00f1os ha subrayado la importancia: Necesitas contrase\u00f1as fuertes y necesitas una contrase\u00f1a diferente para cada sitio que visitas. En lugar de jugglear docenas de c\u00f3digos alfanum\u00e9ricos en tu cabeza, descarga un <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/google-chrome-passwords\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Google Chrome passwords: Fix the problem easily now! \u26a1\ufe0f\ud83d\udd27\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"34541\">password manager<\/a>. \ud83d\udd11<\/p>\n<p>Hay varias opciones disponibles, pero nuestro gratuito favorito es Bitwarden, un gestor de contrase\u00f1as sin costo y con pocas restricciones (a diferencia de las ofertas gratuitas de favoritos premium como LastPass y Dashlane). La gu\u00eda sobre los mejores gestores de contrase\u00f1as y los mejores <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/offline-password-managers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Offline password managers: complete security without the cloud \ud83d\udeab\u2601\ufe0f\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7051\">free password managers<\/a> puede ayudarte a recorrer todas las opciones disponibles.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>S\u00ed. Los <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/doom-the-dark-ages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Doom Dark Ages: 30 enemies on screen and total destruction! \u2694\ufe0f\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"34168\">password managers<\/a> son herramientas importantes, pero necesitas tenerlos en todos tus dispositivos para que sean efectivos, y eso implica pagar por el servicio. Dashlane es el mejor gestor de contrase\u00f1as que hay, sin duda. Lastpass sol\u00eda ser popular, pero ha sufrido demasiados robos de seguridad como para poder recomendarlo. \ud83d\udd12<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-productivity-suite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A productivity suite<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178578_715_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"LibreOffice Writer\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>PCs are great for helping you get things done\u2014but few come with a productivity suite installed. Fix that now! Even if you don&#039;t plan on using a productivity suite regularly, it&#039;s smart to have basic editing capabilities available on your computer.<\/p>\n<p>Legiones de personas juran por la legendaria Office de Microsoft; yo tambi\u00e9n lo hago. Pero no tienes que gastar mucho dinero en Office si no necesitas sus innumerables funciones. Existen alternativas gratuitas\u2014y buenas\u2014con LibreOffice (en la imagen) como la opci\u00f3n de c\u00f3digo abierto m\u00e1s destacada. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/chatgpt-recommendations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"ChatGPT Recommendations: Top 4 in seconds! \ud83c\udfa5\ud83d\udcda\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"33674\">Google Docs<\/a>, que es solo online, tambi\u00e9n es excelente. La gu\u00eda sobre las mejores alternativas gratuitas a Microsoft Office explica tus diversas opciones. \ud83d\udcd1<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Maybe. You can do a lot with LibreOffice or OpenOffice, or even <a href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/google-docs\/\" title=\"Google Docs: 7 reasons to leave Word behind \ud83d\ude80\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"5677\">Google Docs<\/a>But there&#039;s a lot to like about Microsoft&#039;s subscription service, Office 365, which includes 1 TB of OneDrive storage and monthly Skype minutes. It costs $$69 per year or $$6.99 per month for a personal account.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"autohotkey\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AutoHotKey<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178578_762_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"autohotkey\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Macros are great in Microsoft Word and Excel, aren&#039;t they? AutoHotKey lets you create <a href=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/remote-productivity\/\" title=\"Remote Productivity: Secret Windows Tools You Should Be Using \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"6031\">keyboard shortcuts<\/a> Custom HotKeys for any program or action on your PC. It&#039;s not exactly beginner-friendly, as setting up AutoHotKey requires some basic typing, which most people will be able to quickly grasp. It&#039;s pure magic once you get the hang of it. \ud83c\udfa9<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No. Even if you could pay for a pro version, why would you? But if you like keyboard shortcuts, Vimium is another great free option for adding keyboard controls to your browser.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"proton-vpn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proton VPN<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2432186\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.png\" alt=\"ProtonVPN interface connected to a server in the United States\" width=\"1200\" height=\"811\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Browsing websites and sending private data over open Wi-Fi networks is like.<span class=\"emphasis\"> to cry out for!<\/span> Hackers can&#039;t capture your details. Virtual private networks secure your connection. If you need to log into your work website or email at Starbucks, use the free version of Proton, a VPN we love, to keep your data safe. It&#039;s fast, easy to use, and has a clear privacy policy, unlike many VPNs. \ud83d\udd12<\/p>\n<p>The only real limitation of this service is that you can only connect with one device at a time. Other than that, it&#039;s practically a premium VPN.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes. This is another case where \u201cAbsolutely!\u201d would be appropriate. The free version of Proton is great, and we think it\u2019s a reliable product, but the one-device limitation is disappointing in a world where you\u2019ll be checking your phone while working on your laptop. There are plenty of no-strings-attached paid VPNs to choose from. Check out our roundup of the Best VPNs to find the one that\u2019s right for you. Our current top pick is ExpressVPN.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"free-games\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free games!<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178580_270_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"Razer Blade Steam\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>All work and no play makes Homer\u2026something, something! Valve\u2019s impressive PC games marketplace, Steam, makes it easy to let go of the stress of the workday and release a little\u2026 well, you know. You\u2019ll find tons of free games available on Steam, and games are often given away for free for a limited time. If you want a steady stream of free games, rival Epic Games Store also offers a free game or two every week. \ud83c\udfae<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Probably. Free games can only take you so far before you&#039;re left wanting more. Steam, GOG, EA&#039;s Origin, the Epic Games Store, and Blizzard can satisfy your gaming needs once free games aren&#039;t enough. \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"bonus-back-up-your-pc\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bonus: Back up your PC!<\/h2>\n<div class=\"extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image wp-lightbox-container\" data-wp-context=\"{\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/1735178580_467_El-mejor-software-gratuito-para-tu-PC.jpg\" alt=\"ssds mike homnick\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on-async--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-async-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" title=\"\"><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This isn&#039;t an official recommendation because the best way to back up your PC for free is to use a mix of native Windows utilities and free third-party solutions. But backing up your data is <em>so<\/em> vital\u2014especially in this rising era of ransomware\u2014that needs to be highlighted here. \ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it worth upgrading to a paid version?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes. The best strategy for backing up your PC isn&#039;t just dumping your files onto a USB hard drive. You also need online backup, and there are many services to choose from. Check out our guide to the best online backup services for more details. \ud83d\udcbe<\/p>\n<p>Now that you&#039;ve loaded your PC with the best free software available, it&#039;s time to put Windows to work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Free PC software: Take advantage of these powerful and easy-to-use tools that transform your computer \ud83d\udcbb\u26a1 Don't miss out!<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":47135,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ai_generated_summary":"","iawp_total_views":55,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"jnews_review":[],"enable_review":"","type":"","name":"","summary":"","brand":"","sku":"","good":[],"bad":[],"score_override":"","override_value":"","rating":[],"price":[],"jnews_override_counter":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[82],"tags":[1445,1558,1559],"class_list":["post-30143","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-software","tag-evergreencontent","tag-techtips","tag-windows11"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30143","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30143"}],"version-history":[{"count":55,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30143\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":105564,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30143\/revisions\/105564"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/47135"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30143"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=30143"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertrend.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=30143"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}