Friday, March 8, 2024

Win-11 improvement products

There are some good reviews for these Win-11 improvements:

Windows 11's best Start menu alternative: https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/windows-11s-best-start-menu-alternative-gets-even-better-with-a-new-auto-hide-option-for-the-taskbar

Start11™ - The Industry's Most Advanced Start Menu:  https://www.stardock.com/products/start11/
(Free trial available)  Single PC: $6.99, Up to 5 PCs: $14.99
"From the basics like returning the right-click menu on the taskbar to ungrouping of windows on the taskbar. You can also choose to have your icons centered on the taskbar with your Start menu left aligned."
"When working with multiple devices across various versions of Windows, Start11 can help you create a common desktop experience.
    * Create a search experience that is the same on each desktop without any advertisements."
"... remove unwanted outside content and sections of the Start menu that you don't want to see."
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Windows 11's best File Explorer alternative: https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11-best-file-explorer-alternative-just-updated
Files App ($8.99):  https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nghp3dx8hdx
"Files features tabs for easy switching between different folders, a column layout for quick file browsing, and dual pane support for efficient file management. In addition, you can easily create and extract zipped archives with just a few clicks, making file compression and decompression a breeze."

One Commander is a free alternative File Manager for Windows 11/10: 
"OneCommander is a modern file manager for Windows 10 and Windows 11. Features include tabs, dual-pane browsers, columns navigation, built-in preview, a theming system, color tags, and much more. It is free for home use and has no ads."
"While it's rather simple to use, the layout needs a bit of understanding. So when you select dual pane or columns mode, it looks like four windows. Each of the panes has two parts. The top part shows folders and drives only, while the bottom section displays files as well."
https://www.onecommander.com/   or Get it from the Microsoft store.  
NOTE: "The Store version of OneCommander has some limitations compared to the standalone versions because it runs under some Microsoft Store constraints:
    * Operations on files in AppData and some system folders is limited for Store apps
    * Per-operation elevation is not permitted - ex: copying into a folder without access will show UAC prompt but will fail, so elevating the OneCommander itself is the only way (Ctrl+Shift+F12) but not recommended
    * There might be additional security permissions limitations due to permission bugs in packaged apps (a few users have reported that opening Office files would fail with permissions error)
    * Always one or two versions behind the standalone versions due to time it takes to pass Store certification and potential delay for managing critical updates"  

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Best Desktop Management Software for Windows 11/10:  https://www.thewindowsclub.com/best-desktop-management-software-for-windows-computers
    * Scalefusion - caters to the needs of enterprises
    * Desktop Central - suitable for small & medium enterprises, along with large businesses
    * Connect Wise - Emphasises security (AES-256 encryption and two-factor authentication). Designed so that a users can always access any devices from any location. Compatibility across Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux/Unix.
    * ninjaOne - Cloud-based - facilitates remote monitoring and support tasks.
    * Splashtop - Supports Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android ... remote support solution for a larger user base.

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