Utilities

Task-specific tools for that aid in file management and other simple tasks. Also includes various widgets, add-ons and extensions.

Resources in this category:

alphaWorks Services | CoScripter
http://services.alphaworks.ibm.com/CoScripter/

Uses "programming by demonstration" to create scripts by watching what you do on the Web. Even a novice can create and save scripts using this tool.

DiffDaff - Compare files, folders, web pages
http://www.diffdaff.com/

"DiffDaff is a free utility that enables a direct comparison between two files, folders, or web sites and shows the differences line by line."

LibX - browser plugin for Libraries
http://www.libx.org/

Free, customizeable browser plugin for Firefox and Internet Explorer that provides direct access to any library's resources. Allows patrons to automate routine tasks, which saves time and increases productivity.

thumbalizr - a website thumbnail creator
http://www.thumbalizr.com/

"With thumbalizr you can take screenshots of any webpage you want. Use it for your presentations, documentations, visualisations or your webpage."

Zamzar - Free online file conversion
http://www.zamzar.com/

Convert files online without having to download software! Allows conversion of the most common document, image and music file types for files up to 100Mb. Some options require free registration.