MP3 Recorder XP 

MP3 Recorder XP allows you easily record sound or voice directly to MP3 format from microphone , line-in or other windows applications, and sorts the recordings by date. Its tagging system allows you attach notes to resulting audio files.
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DUST 

Extends Windows XP Fast User Switching by providing a task switching like hot key of the installer's choice. This hot key allows direct switching (ie not via the XP welcome screen) and supports password saving and automatic logon.
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Using System Restore 

When a Windows XP user asks how to fix a problem they've recently started having with their PC my first response is to use System Restore to roll it back to a point just before the problem started.
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Call Alert! 

Call Alert! enables your PC to recognize the caller without the need to answer by announcing Caller ID information with voice, alerting you immediately when a new call arrives. Supports talking Caller ID, Call Block, and Windows XP style tooltips.
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Innovasys Freeware Controls Suite 

The Innovasys Freeware Controls are a small set of controls designed to assist in adding a modern XP / Themed look and feel to your applications. Each control comes with a demonstration and a full context sensitive on-line help file.
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Brixout XP 

Brixout XP is the best fast-action block-smashing 3D game of the Arkanoid and Breakout family. The game features an advanced 3D engine, outstanding 32-bit graphics, original soundtrack, over 120+ unique levels, 20+ power-ups and a multiplayer mode.
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