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Test your tech knowledge with our tricky trivia challenge - and learn a thing or two along the way. Start | |  | | |  | | Downloads: Editor's Collection | | PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: August 2010August is a good month for get-togethers, and for getting things together. PCWorld's reviewers felt the lure of file management utilities, PIMs, and spam blockers. One-trick ponies with one really slick trick--checking Gmail, converting files, or alerting us to Google's ever-vigilant eye--also impressed us. As always, we'd love to see your take on these programs in their User Reviews. | | Buzz Folders Free 1042 Downloads | Free | Filed Under File Management | | This handy utility streamlines the process of opening and saving any kinds of files or documents. | | | ArcSoft MediaConverter 858 Downloads | Trial | Filed Under Audio | | This easy-to-use media converter handles video, audio, images--and 3D. | | | Freemake Video Downloader 4015 Downloads | Free | Filed Under Download Managers | | Quickly rip videos from YouTube or other popular Web video destinations. | | | See (3) more PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: August 2010 » | | Browse DownloadsAntivirus & Security • Design & Multimedia • Utilities • Games • Chat, Email, & the Web • | | Sponsored Downloads | | PC Speed MaximizerWant a computer that runs like new? Save 30% today! 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