We've sifted through massive amounts of free software available on the Web, and made our selections for the best free software. Here are the picks:

• Best Web Browser - Mozilla Firefox
  - Highly Recommended plugins for Firefox:
  - AdBlock Plus
  - Filterset.G Updater

• Best Antivirus - Avast! Home Edition

• Best Antispyware - SuperAntiSpyware

• Best Firewall - Comodo

• Best Cleanup Utility & Registry Cleaner - CCleaner

• Best Free Office Software - OpenOffice
• Best Media Player - VLC