At Holyfile. com, we really like open-source applications, because they are completely free, and this time we have decided to take a look at another one called GanttProject. Personally, I’m not an expert on this subject, but it can be used to create so-called Gantt charts, which you can read more about on Wikipedia here. We tested the Mac version on a MacBook Pro running the newest version of OS X, which is called Mavericks. The user interface is very sim…

It is great to have many fonts installed on your computer, but what if you have so many that you can not decide which one is the best for your document? Mac OS X comes with a built-in font viewer, but FontDoc is a simple alternative, which is really easy to use. According to the developer, it should work on OS X 10. 2 and fortunately, it worked without any problems in our test on a MacBook Pro with Mavericks installed. Basically, FontDoc lists all your fonts, so you…

Have you forgotten where your important files are located on your PC? DocFetcher is an advanced search application for Mac and Windows, and since it is open-source, everyone can download and use it for free. We tested the Windows version. The best way to describe DocFetcher is probably just by calling it “Google for your computer”, because it really is possible to search and find just about anything with this application. You can specify the desired size…

Skim is a free PDF reader for Mac, which also comes with more advanced features, including the ability to add notes, draw figures and so on. Since it is open-source, you can download it for free. We have tested the application on a MacBook Pro running OS X Mavericks. The user interface is quite simple. Skim is basically split into three sections with thumbnails on the left side and notes on the right site. At the top of the application you have access to different t…

Have you heard about the famous game Flappy Bird, which became so popular that the developer decided to remove it from from Google’s Play Store and Apple’s App Store? Even though you might not be able to get the real game anymore, there are tons of clones out there, including Flappy Tux. The biggest difference from the original is that Tux, the official Linux mascot, is the playable character in this game. Since you just have to press space to fly / jum…

With cash, credit cards, loans and all sorts of other numbers to worry about, a great solution to keep track of your money would be to use a finance program, such as Buddy, which is free and open-source. We have tested it on a Mac running OS X Mavericks, but it is also available here for Windows. Buddi is split into sections: My Accounts, My Budget and My Reports. You can start by adding new accounts, such as Cash, Credit, Savings or something else. Transactions and…

Shady for Mac is a simple application that is designed to reduce the brightness of your screen far below the usual minimum in OS X. It only takes a few seconds to install, and you can always access the brightness settings in the menu bar or by using the arrow keys. We did notice one minor problem with Shady for Mac. Remember not to take any screenshots while using this application, because these will also be saved with a different brightness level, which can be anno…

Here you can download a free trial of MacX Video Converter Pro. Basically, it is a video converter for Mac, but it also comes with screen recording functionality, the ability to make slideshows, video downloading and more. Read about all the features at the developer’s website. We have not used MacX Video Converter Pro enough to actually write an in-depth review, and the trial version is limited to 5 minutes of video conversion, but the user interface is simpl…

We have recently taken a look at a few interesting chess applications, including Virtual Chess Clock and Gambit, and now it is time for DreamChess, which is an open-source game with 2D and 3D graphics. We did not experience any problems with DreamChess while testing it on a PC running Windows 7 64-bit. The game itself works as you would expect, and you basically control your pieces by clicking on them. The best thing about DreamChess are the 4 different board themes…

Have you ever thought that it was quite cumbersome to figure out an area if not the length and width had a fairly simple goal? Or if the area to be calculated was a complete nut size, as neither could fit into a circle or a square? Now you do not worry about you calculate correctly. With Geometry Calculator you can figure out the area in all areas that just have something that looks like a triangle, a square or a circle. And then you can get the answer in millimeter…

Do you have trouble finding exactly the picture you took last summer where you stood in front of the Eiffel Tower with your girlfriend? Or the picture of the child's first steps? It can be impossible to find any picture unless you spend hours searching through them all in imageview mode, since they’re all called IMG_ "number" . jpg. And it takes the a thousand years to change all the names of the pictures so you know what it is. With A Better Finder Rename you…

Money Manager EX is a financial management program for your personal finances. You can create many different accounts, move money between accounts and make budgets. You can make prints and get overviews and graphs of how well it goes with the balance. When you are watching your expenses and income at the same time in this program, it’s easier not to use all your assets and consequently wonder every month where the money has gone. Then it will possible for you…

Don’t miss out on Christmas when you’re at the office. If you love Christmas and the joy and light it brings, then Holiday lights will be your next love of your life. Up to 40 different bulbs in many different colors brings your screen to life along with Midi music. You can add the bulbs you want whereever you want to add them. Even on the windows of programs you have opened. Enjoy the atmosphere it creates and enjoy a boring day at the office with a rev…

In the game Christmas Superfrog for Windows Santa's sleigh has broken down and all his gifts are scattered all over the city. Now it's up to you to find all the missing gifts before Christmas Eve. This addictive children's program is offered for free download to recreate the memories of the days when playing arcade games as a child. Enjoy a rainy day or have a little Christmas fun during the holidays.

One of the things that always separates Mac and Windows is the flexibility to be able to use the opposite format of programs on the other type of computer. Are you using a Mac and maybe a little jealous of all the games your friends can play on Windows, but you can’t, cause you have a Mac? Don’t worry. The solution is here: CrossOver is a program that makes your Mac Windows friendly. With CrossOver, you can use your Mac 100% as a PC and install all the W…

CopyTrans supports even the latest iPhones and the smartest part of the program is that it can transfer content from iPhones and iPods to your PC. CopyTrans also lets you copy iPod artwork, playlists, ratings, play counts, etc. You can also import iPod videos, movies and TV shows to iTunes with CopyTrans. If you want to, you'll even get the option to back up your songs, videos, apps and artwork on your iPhone. Finally, the following features in CopyTrans should be m…

This piece of video converter software is simultaneously like a lot of other converters in its simplistic approach to conversion. Where it differs is in some of its editing functions which will be dealt with in greater detail in the following sections.    Convert a bunch of formats into even more formats With HD Video Converter, you are able to import many various file formats. The Input File formats range from video formats such as MPG, DAT, MP4, MJPEG, S…

Sometimes you just need a file from your computer at a meeting. How annoying is that when you can’t get it, cause it’s not shared on more devices? Now you can get this feature. With NoMachine, you can access your computer remotely and work with any program you already have installed. You can even access your pendrives, scanners or printer through NoMachine. Or even opposite. If you want to print out a file from your computer, just do so remotely to where…

When users uninstall programs on their Macs they usually drag-and-drop it to the trash can. That does however often leave files and traces from the deleted program on the Mac, which can cause problems and take up precious space on the hard drive. AppZapper uninstalls programs completely on Macs. All you have to do is drag the programs you want uninstalled into AppZapper instead of the trash can. AppZapper is free to try but costs 13 USD in its full version.

Miro can, for example, play MPEG, Quicktime, AVI, H. 264, Divx, Windows Media, Flash Video and many more formats. Another reason for Miro's great popularity is that Miro is making video in HD very well, remembering where you've been in a video and starting from there again the next time you play it, as well as the ability to play multiple videos after each other or repeat one selected. Finally, the Miros interface is nice and simple, which most users appreci…