Ninite is the first program I use after a Windows install.
Install and Update All Your Programs at Once. No toolbars. No clicking next. Just pick your apps and go.
Ninite will
start working as soon as you run it
not bother you with any choices or options
install apps in their default location
say no to toolbars or extra junk
install 64-bit apps on 64-bit machines
install apps in your PC’s language or one you choose
do all its work in the background
install the latest stable version of an app
skip up-to-date apps
skip any reboot requests from installers
use your proxy settings from Internet Explorer
download apps from each publisher’s official site
verify digital signatures or hashes before running anything
work best if you turn off any web filters or firewalls
save you a lot of time!
