These two reviews today have been some of my most-read articles, and I receive questions about them regularly. So let us take another look with some updated info.
The first is Ninite.com. Go to the website and select the number of programs you want to install (107 were available when I wrote this). Ninite will then create a custom installer that will download and install all the selected programs at one time. The installer is typically small and does not require any user interaction, so you can simply run it and let it do its thing.
Another good thing concerning Ninite is that it keeps all of your software up to date. When a new version of a program is released, Ninite will automatically update it for you. Just rerun your originally downloaded Ninite file. This is a great way to stay protected from security vulnerabilities and to make sure that you have the latest features and bug fixes.
Ninite is a great tool for anyone who wants to save time and hassle when installing software. It is easy to use, reliable, and keeps your software up to date. It saves time by automatically installing multiple programs at once, without you having to direct it. One double-click will start it going and all the programs will be installed without stopping, usually completed in less than a minute. It is extremely reliable as the installers are always up-to-date.
If you are looking for a way to make installing software easier, then Ninite is the perfect tool for you, especially if you are working with a new computer.
What about those programs that Ninite does not support? I have written about it before but since it was a very popular article years ago, and it is similar to Ninite.
PatchMyPC.com is a software updater that also simplifies the process of keeping your Windows computer up-to-date with the latest security patches and software updates. It is a portable application that scans your system for installed software and compares it to a database of the latest updates. Portable means that it does not install on your computer, you just double-click and run it. When you delete the file, it is gone. PatchMyPC then downloads and installs the updates automatically, without requiring any user input.
One of the key benefits of PatchMyPC is its ability to automate the update process (ghtech.site/patch the free home version). This means that you no longer have to manually check for updates for each of your installed programs. PatchMyPC will do this for you, ensuring your computer is always up-to-date with the latest security patches and software versions.
Once downloaded and run, the program will scan your system for installed software and display a list of available updates. Red means there is an update and green means that there is no newer version. You can then select which updates you want to install, and PatchMyPC will take care of the rest.
The program is also regularly updated with new features and improvements. If you are looking for a way to keep your Windows computer up-to-date with the latest security patches and software updates, then PatchMyPC is another great option.
PatchMyPC is useful for me after I have installed my programs and want to make sure there are no updates. Even though there are more programs than Ninite, Ninite has some apps that PatchMyPC does not. And also vice versa.
You may create a schedule when you want it to automatically check for updates without you even being present.
I have never had problems with either of these applications. They have always run flawlessly. However, I like to occasionally warn you to back up important files before using these or any new applications. Just in case.
