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Awesome Windows

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The purpose of this repository is to replace its predecessor Awesome-Windows/awesome which has not been updated in 3 years. The current owner also shows no interest in maintaining it. On top of that the project dissappeared from GitHub around the 26 Sep 2024.

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Contents

Audio

  • Audacity - Free, cross-platform software for recording and editing audio. Open-Source Software
  • AudioNodes - Modular production suite featuring multi-track mixing, effects, automation, MIDI editing, synthesis, and cloud production.
  • CDex - Digital audio CD extraction tool (French site, English program).
  • Cider - Modern and elegant Apple Music client for Windows, Linux and macOS.
  • Dopamine - Clean and simple audio player focused on music organization. Open-Source Software
  • Foobar2000 - Feature-rich audio player supporting numerous formats with extensive customization options.
  • Mixxx - Professional DJ software for live mixing, offering a robust alternative to Traktor. Open-Source Software
  • Mp3tag - Efficient and user-friendly audio metadata editor.
  • MusicBrainz Picard - Cross-platform application for automated music metadata lookup and tagging. Open-Source Software
  • musikcube - A fully functional terminal-based music player, library, and streaming audio server. Open-Source Software
  • Nora - Sleek and modern music player built with Electron and React, offering enhanced features over default applications. Open-Source Software
  • Winamp - Classic media player supporting MP3, MP2, WAV, VOC, and MIDI formats.

Backup

  • Duplicati - Free backup software to store encrypted backups online for Windows, macOS and Linux. Open-Source Software
  • Kopia - Cross-platform backup tool with incremental backups, client-side end-to-end encryption, compression and data deduplication with cloud support. Open-Source Software
  • Restic - Free cross-platform backup tool with support for various storage types. Open-Source Software

Browsers

  • Arc - Vertical tab-focused browser designed for modern productivity.
  • Ungoogled Chromium - Privacy-focused browser variant with tracking and Google integration removed. Open-Source Software
  • Ladybird - Completely new browser engine built from scratch. Open-Source Software
  • Zen Browser - Modern, Firefox-based Arc alternative with custom community modifications. Open-Source Software

Chat Clients

  • ArmCord - Standalone, lightweight, customizable Discord client with built-in Vencord and shelter. Open-Source Software
  • Beeper - All-in-one chat app for WhatsApp, Slack, Telegram, Signal, X, Instagram, SMS.
  • Discord - Free voice and text chat platform available across multiple platforms and web browsers.
  • Franz - Unified messaging app supporting multiple chat services and platforms. Open-Source Software
  • Matrix - Open network for secure, decentralized communication. Open-Source Software
  • Revolt - User-first chat platform built with modern web technologies. Open-Source Software
  • Element - Simple client app for the Matrix protocol. Open-Source Software
  • Telegram - Fast and secure messaging platform with emphasis on speed and privacy. Open-Source Software
  • Threema - Swiss-based secure messaging alternative with open-source code. Open-Source Software
  • Vencord - Intuitive and user-friendly Discord client modification.
  • Waow - Enhanced WhatsApp Web client with additional features.

Compression

  • 7-Zip - Open source utility for managing archives, fully supporting 7z, ZIP, GZIP, BZIP2 and TAR formats. Open-Source Software
  • Bandizip - Lightweight, fast and free all-in-one archive manager.
  • NanaZip - Modern Windows-optimized derivative of 7-Zip. Open-Source Software
  • PeaZip - Feature-rich archive manager supporting multiple compression formats. Open-Source Software
  • Riot - Advanced image compression tool with multiple optimization options.
  • WinRAR - Powerful archive manager for compression, backup and file splitting.

Customization

  • 7+ Taskbar Tweaker - Advanced Windows taskbar customization tool with productivity enhancements.
  • Classic Start - Traditional Windows Start Menu and Explorer interface. Open-Source Software
  • EarTrumpet - Advanced per-application volume control utility. Open-Source Software
  • Komorebi - Dynamic tiling window manager for Windows. Open-Source Software
  • QTTabBar - Explorer enhancement adding tabs and extended folder views.
  • Rainmeter - Desktop customization platform for skins and widgets. Open-Source Software
  • TranslucentTB - Taskbar transparency utility. Open-Source Software
  • Wallpaper Engine - Dynamic wallpaper platform with community content support.
  • WindHawk - Desktop modification platform with extensive customization options. Open-Source Software
  • YASB - Customizable status bar utility. Open-Source Software
  • ZBar - Multi-monitor taskbar management utility.

Data Recovery

  • Data Rescue - Professional recovery solution for photos, videos, and documents.
  • IsoBuster - Multi-format data recovery tool supporting various storage media.
  • Ontrack EasyRecovery - Advanced recovery tool with comprehensive filtering capabilities.
  • PartitionGuru | Eassos Recovery - Specialized recovery tool for partitions and file systems.
  • TestDisk - Free recovery utility focused on partition restoration and disk repair.

Developer Tools

API Development

  • Bruno - Fast and Git-friendly open-source API client, alternative to Postman and Insomnia. Open-Source Software
  • Hoppscotch - Open source API development ecosystem. Open-Source Software
  • HTTP Toolkit - HTTP debugging & mocking tool. Open-Source Software
  • Insomnia - Modern REST client with an elegant interface. Open-Source Software
  • Postman - REST client with intuitive interface for request testing and workflow automation.

Command Line Tools

  • btop4win - Windows port of the famous btop resource monitor. Open-Source Software
  • Chocolatey - Package manager for Windows.
  • Scoop - Command-line installer for Windows. Open-Source Software
  • winget - Official Windows package manager from Microsoft. Open-Source Software

Databases

  • DataFlare - Modern, lightweight database GUI for SQLite, MySQL and PostgreSQL.
  • DB Browser for SQLite - Visual tool for creating and editing SQLite database files. Open-Source Software
  • HeidiSQL - Powerful client for MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
  • Keylord - Cross-platform GUI client for key-value databases including Redis, LevelDB and Memcached.
  • PostgreSQL Database - Comprehensive list of PostgreSQL management tools.
  • RazorSQL - Advanced GUI for SQLite database management.
  • Redis Desktop Manager - Cross-platform management tool for Redis databases.
  • Robo 3T - Lightweight MongoDB management interface. Open-Source Software
  • Sql Wave - MySQL database management interface.
  • SQLyog - Comprehensive MySQL administration and development tool.

Developer Utilities

  • Cacher - Cloud-based, team-enabled code snippet manager with Gist sync, VSCode/Atom/Sublime packages and full-featured web client.
  • ExtendsClass - Online tools for developers (REST/SOAP clients, SQLite browser, Regex tester, XPath tester).
  • Mamp - Local server environment.
  • Open Server - Portable server platform and software environment with user-friendly interface.
  • Pieces - AI-enabled productivity tool designed to supercharge developer efficiency, with an on-device copilot that helps you capture, enrich, and reuse useful materials, streamline collaboration, and solve complex problems through a contextual understanding of your workflow.
  • Velocity - Offline API documentation tool, similar to Dash for macOS.
  • wmWebStack - Local server stack with one-click live publishing and remote device access.
  • Xampp - Apache-driven web development environment.

IDEs

  • Android Studio - Official Android IDE based on IntelliJ platform. Open-Source Software
  • Eclipse - Extensible, multi-language development environment. Open-Source Software
  • JetBrains Toolbox App - Manager for JetBrains tools and projects.
    • CLion - Smart cross-platform IDE for C/C++. (Free for Students)
    • DataGrip - Cross-platform IDE for databases and SQL. (Free for Students)
    • DataSpell - Professional data science IDE.
    • GoLand - Ergonomic environment for Go development.
    • IntelliJ IDEA - Modern Java IDE with free community edition. Open-Source Software (Free for Students)
    • PhpStorm - Advanced PHP IDE with framework support.
    • PyCharm - Professional Python IDE with free community edition. Open-Source Software
    • Rider - Cross-platform .NET/Mono IDE.
    • RubyMine - Intelligent Ruby IDE with modern framework support.
    • WebStorm - Professional JavaScript IDE with modern ecosystem support. (Free for Students)
  • NetBeans IDE - Free and open-source development environment. Open-Source Software
  • Visual Studio Code - Lightweight yet powerful cross-platform code editor. Open-Source Software
  • Visual Studio - Feature-rich IDE supporting multiple programming languages through extensions.

Networking

Version Control

  • DevHub - GitHub notifications on your desktop as a tray app. Open-Source Software
  • Fork - Fast and friendly Git client for Windows and Mac.
  • Git Extensions - Powerful and user-friendly Git UI. Open-Source Software
  • GitHub Desktop - Electron-based GitHub client. Open-Source Software
  • GitKraken - Cross-platform Git client with intuitive interface.
  • GitLight - Open-source GitHub & GitLab notifications client. Open-Source Software
  • Meld - Visual diff and merge tool. Open-Source Software
  • SourceTree - Free Git & Mercurial client.
  • TortoiseGit - Git client with full shell integration. Open-Source Software
  • Tower - Professional Git client with advanced features.

Virtualization

  • Docker Desktop - Containerization for Desktop, built on top of WSL2.
  • Podman Desktop - Open source desktop containerization alternative to Docker. Open-Source Software
  • Vagrant - Tool for building and managing virtual machines. Open-Source Software

File Management

  • FileZilla - FTP, FTPS and SFTP client. Open-Source Software
  • WinSCP - Free open source SFTP, FTP, WebDAV and SCP client.
  • Xftp 7 - Flexible and lightweight SFTP/FTP client.

Games

  • Awesome Games - List of games hosted on GitHub.
  • Epic Games - Digital game storefront for PC and Mac.
  • Freeciv - Free empire-building strategy game inspired by human civilization. Open-Source Software
  • Gale - Modern and lightweight mod manager for Thunderstore. Open-Source Software
  • Godot Engine - Free and open source game engine with beginner-friendly workflow. Open-Source Software
  • GOG - DRM-free game store featuring classic and modern titles.
  • Itch.io - Platform for discovering and distributing indie games. Open-Source Software
  • LuaStudio - Free game development tool using Lua/LuaJIT with multi-platform export capabilities.
  • Origin - EA's digital game distribution platform.
  • Steam - Leading digital game distribution platform with extensive library management.
  • Unity - Popular game engine with comprehensive learning resources.
  • Unreal Engine - Professional game engine with 5% revenue share model.
  • Warsow - Fast-paced free FPS game.

Graphics

  • Aseprite - Professional pixel art and animation tool. Open-Source Software
  • Aspect - Photo organizer with peer-to-peer synchronization.
  • Blender - Professional 3D creation suite. Open-Source Software
  • Figma - Collaborative interface design tool.
  • GIMP - Feature-rich image editor. Open-Source Software
  • Inkscape - Professional vector graphics editor. Open-Source Software
  • Krita - Professional digital painting program. Open-Source Software
  • Lunacy - Free design tool with built-in resources.
  • Paint.NET - Feature-rich image editing tool.
  • pngquant - Command-line PNG compression utility.

Online Storage

  • Box - Enterprise cloud storage with support for extended file paths and special characters.
  • Dropbox - Simple, elegant and versatile cloud storage solution.
  • Google Drive - Cloud storage solution integrated with Google ecosystem.
  • Mega - Encrypted file storage.
  • Nextcloud - Open source, self-hosted file share and communication platform.
  • OneDrive - Integrated cloud storage for Windows users.
  • Streamshare - Free file sharing service with 1.5 TB storage capacity.
  • pCloud - Swiss-based privacy-focused cloud provider with lifetime plans.
  • Sync - Encrypted file storage with Canadian data centers.

Productivity

  • AutoHotkey - Automation scripting language for Windows. Open-Source Software
  • Cold Turkey - Website blocker with strict enforcement mechanisms.
  • Ditto - Clipboard manager.
  • Easy Window Switcher - Fast application instance switcher.
  • Executor.dk - Customizable lightweight application launcher.
  • f.lux - Automatic screen color temperature adjustment.
  • File Juggler - Automated file organization with smart actions and PDF parsing.
  • Flow Launcher - Quick file search and app launcher with plugins. Open-Source Software
  • Inkdrop - Markdown-focused note-taking application.
  • Jan - Offline private AI assistant with CPU/GPU support. Open-Source Software
  • Kaas - Privacy-focused LLM client for multiple AI services. Open-Source Software
  • KatMouse - Universal scrolling utility for Windows.
  • Keypirinha - Fast keyboard-driven launcher for power users.
  • Keywiz - Real-time keystroke visualization tool. Open-Source Software
  • Listary - Enhanced file search utility.
  • MultiCommander - Professional file manager.
  • Ninite - Streamlined software installation utility.
  • One Commander - Modern file manager with miller columns.
  • Simplenote - Cross-platform note taking app with cloud sync.
  • Taskade - Collaborative task management with real-time sync.
  • Timelens - Cross-platform time tracking software. Open-Source Software
  • ToDoList - Feature-rich task management tool. Open-Source Software
  • Total Commander - Advanced file management utility.
  • WordWeb - Comprehensive English dictionary.
  • Wox - Efficient application launcher. Open-Source Software

Documents

  • FreeOffice - Office suite with word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation tools, compatible with Microsoft Office.
  • LibreOffice - Open source office suite. Open-Source Software
  • Microsoft Office - Industry-standard productivity suite.
  • NitroPDF - Feature-rich PDF reader and editor.
  • OnlyOffice - Comprehensive office and productivity suite. Open-Source Software
  • OpenOffice - Suite for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics, and databases. Open-Source Software
  • Sumatra PDF - Multi-format document reader supporting PDF, ePub, MOBI, and more. Open-Source Software
  • WPS Office - Free office suite with modern interface.

E-Book Utilities

  • Bookviser - E-book reader for Windows devices with simple interface.
  • Calibre - Comprehensive e-book management and conversion tool. Open-Source Software
  • Kobo - E-book management software with format conversion capabilities.

Email

  • BlueMail - Cross-platform email client with modern interface.
  • Mailbird - IMAP and POP3 email client with customization and multi-language support.
  • Mailspring - Modern email client built on web technologies. Open-Source Software
  • Postbox - Advanced email management application.
  • Thunderbird - Feature-rich email client with minimalist design. Open-Source Software
  • Wino Mail - Modern mail client with integrated calendar. Open-Source Software

Proxy and VPN Tools

  • Algo - Personal IPSEC VPN in the cloud.
  • Cloudflare WARP - Fast, free VPN and DNS.
  • ProtonVPN - High-speed Swiss VPN that safeguards your privacy.
  • Tailscale - Zero config VPN for building secure networks.
  • Twingate - Modern zero trust network access solution.
  • WireGuard - Fast, modern, and secure VPN tunnel.

Security

  • Acrylic DNS Proxy - Local DNS proxy with caching and custom HOSTS file support.
  • AdwCleaner - Removal tool for adware, PUP/LPI, toolbars and hijackers.
  • Bitdefender - Comprehensive malware protection suite.
  • Bitwarden - Open-source password manager with encrypted vault. Open-Source Software
  • Cryptomator - Client-side encryption for cloud files. Open-Source Software
  • ENCRYPTO - File encryption utility.
  • GlassWire - Network security monitoring and visualization tool.
  • IIS Crypto - Windows encryption protocol configuration utility.
  • KeePass - Open-source password manager. Open-Source Software
  • Malwarebytes - Advanced threat protection and removal.
  • NetLimiter - Internet traffic control and monitoring tool.
  • Padloc - End-to-end encrypted password manager. Open-Source Software
  • ProtonPass - Zero-knowledge encrypted password manager.
  • SpyBot - Malware and spyware detection and removal.
  • System Explorer - Enhanced task manager with advanced system monitoring.
  • Tor Project - Anonymous communication network. Open-Source Software
  • UnChecky - Automated unwanted software offer prevention.
  • VeraCrypt - Disk encryption software for multiple platforms. Open-Source Software
  • Viscosity - Enterprise-ready OpenVPN client.

Terminal

  • Alacritty - Cross-platform, GPU-accelerated terminal emulator. Open-Source Software
  • Cmder - Console emulator with clink shell integration. Open-Source Software
  • ConEmu - Customizable terminal with tabs, splits, and quake-style dropdown.
  • FluentTerminal - UWP-based modern terminal emulator.
  • Hyper - Terminal built on web technologies. Open-Source Software
  • Kitty - Enhanced PuTTY with additional features.
  • MobaXterm - Enhanced terminal with X server and SSH client.
  • mRemoteNG - Multi-protocol remote connections manager. Open-Source Software
  • MTPuTTY - Multi-tabbed PuTTY client.
  • PuTTY - SSH and telnet client.
  • Terminus - Configurable terminal built on web technologies. Open-Source Software
  • WezTerm - GPU-accelerated terminal emulator and multiplexer. Open-Source Software
  • Windows Terminal - Official Microsoft terminal. Open-Source Software

Text Editors

  • GVim - Highly configurable text editor optimized for efficiency. Open-Source Software
  • LazyVim - Customizable Neovim configuration framework. Open-Source Software
  • Neovim - Modern, extensible terminal-based editor. Open-Source Software
  • Notepad++ - Feature-rich source code editor. Open-Source Software
  • Notepad2 - Lightweight Notepad replacement with enhanced features. Open-Source Software
  • Sublime Text - Advanced text editor with extensive plugin ecosystem.

Utilities

  • Acrosync - Native rsync client with automatic uploads and incremental backups.
  • AddToSendTo - Add folders to Windows "Send To" context menu. Open-Source Software
  • Advanced Renamer - Batch file renamer with support for metadata and regex.
  • Bandicam - Desktop and 3D application screen recorder.
  • Carnac - Keystroke visualization tool for screencasts.
  • CleanMyPC - System cleanup and optimization utility.
  • CPU-Z - CPU monitoring and information tool.
  • Econap - System sleep prevention utility.
  • Everything - Instant file search utility.
  • Far - File and archive manager. Open-Source Software
  • FileOptimizer - Lossless file size optimizer for multiple formats.
  • Fraps - DirectX/OpenGL game recording utility.
  • FreeFileSync - File and folder backup with multiple sync modes.
  • fselect - SQL-like file search utility.
  • Glary Utilities - System optimization and maintenance suite.
  • GPU-Z - GPU monitoring and information tool.
  • Greenshot - Screenshot capture and editing tool. Open-Source Software
  • HTTrack - Offline website browser and mirror utility. Open-Source Software
  • HWMonitor - Hardware monitoring for temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds.
  • IrfanView - Fast and compact image viewer and converter.
  • LICEcap - Animated GIF screen capture tool.
  • LightBulb - Adaptive screen brightness utility.
  • Link Shell Extension - Explorer integration for symlink creation.
  • neohtop - Modern system monitor built with Svelte and Rust. Open-Source Software
  • PowerPlanSwitcher - Quick power schema switcher with AC-plug automation. Open-Source Software
  • PowerToys - Microsoft's power user toolkit. Open-Source Software
  • Process Explorer - Advanced task manager for handling processes and system resources.
  • Process Hacker - Comprehensive system monitoring and management tool.
  • Process Monitor - Real-time system activity monitoring tool.
  • qBittorrent - Free and reliable P2P Bittorrent client.
  • Retroshare - Secure communications and file sharing platform. Open-Source Software
  • rimraf - Deep deletion module for handling long file paths.
  • Rufus - Bootable USB creation utility.
  • SDelete - Secure file deletion command-line utility.
  • SetToStartup - Startup program management utility. Open-Source Software
  • ShareX - Feature-rich screen capture and sharing tool. Open-Source Software
  • Snipping Tool - Built-in Windows screenshot utility.
  • SpaceMonger - Disk space usage visualization tool.
  • Speccy - Detailed hardware information utility.
  • SpeedCrunch - Powerful scientific calculator. Open-Source Software
  • SyncThing - Peer-to-peer file synchronization tool. Open-Source Software
  • Sysinternals Suite - Advanced Windows system utilities collection.
  • ueli - Powerful keystroke launcher.
  • Unlocker - File unlock utility.
  • Waltr - iOS media transfer utility without iTunes.
  • WinFindr - Multi-term file and registry search utility.
  • WizTree - Fast disk space analyzer.
  • ZoomIt - Screen zoom and annotation tool for presentations.

Video

  • DaVinci Resolve - Professional video creation software for editing, visual effects, color correction, and audio post production.
  • HandBrake - High performance video encoding and conversion tools. Open-Source Software
  • K-Lite Codecs - Collection of DirectShow filters, VFW/ACM codecs, and tools.
  • Kdenlive - Lightweight open source video editor. Open-Source Software
  • mpv - Customizable media player. Open-Source Software
  • Olive Video Editor - Cross-platform non-linear video editor. Open-Source Software
  • OBS Studio - Video recording and live streaming software. Open-Source Software
  • PotPlayer - Feature-rich multimedia player with extensive codec support.
  • ScreenToGif - Screen recorder with GIF and video export. Open-Source Software
  • Shotcut - Cross-platform video editor. Open-Source Software
  • Shutter Encoder - Media conversion utility for images, videos, and audio.
  • SMPlayer - Media player with persistent playback settings. Open-Source Software
  • SRTEd - Visual subtitles editor.
  • Videotape - Minimalist video player for Windows 10.
  • VLC - Versatile media player supporting multiple formats and protocols. Open-Source Software

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