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ABC Amber PDF Converter is software that converts PDF files to other formats (HTML, RTF, DOC, MP3, XLS, MDB, TXT, WAV, DB, and others). ABC Amber PDF Converter does not keep the layout of the original file.

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AbiWord is a word processor that is very similar to Microsoft Word. In addition to the usual word processing options and features, AbiWord allows multiple users to work on a given file at the same time. This software also makes it possible to share files by hosting them on the AbiSource server.

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Academic Flashcards is a study tool designed to facilitate setting up FlashCard study lists for a wide range of subjects. Flashcards can be studied by manually clicking through the cards or using an automatic timer. Academic Flashcards also includes integration with Text to Speech and the Flashcards can be read aloud.Academic FlashCards is a study tool designed to facilitate setting up FlashCard study lists for a wide range of subjects. Flashcards can be studied by manually clicking through the cards or using an automatic timer. Academic Flashcards also includes integration with Text to Speech and the Flashcards can be read aloud.

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AccessApps is a bundle of free tools separated into different categories that can be accessed from one window. The categories are “office”, “planning & organization”, “reading and writing support”, “visual support”, “keyboard/mouse alternatives”, “browsers”, “multimedia tools”, “presentation tools”, “utilities”, “backup/synchronize”, and “games”.

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Balabolka is Text-To-Speech (TTS) software that can read text from DOC, RTF, PDF, ODT, FB2 and HTML files. The user can save the text as an audio file in a WAV, MP3, OGG or WMA file. The font size, the background color, and the pitch and rate of each voice are adjustable. The software will use any voice that has previously been installed on a computer. The program comes with a dictionary, spellchecker, and a tool that can show the pronunciation of any word. Balabolka also comes with a magnifier that can enlarge the screen up to 16X. The language of the software and the interface can be used in English, French and many other languages. It can be run from a USB drive provided there is at least one voice on the computer.

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Blio is a free eBook reader. It allows the user to change the size of pages, to zoom in and out, to take notes, to highlight text, and more. Blio can also read eBooks aloud using a built-in text-to-speech synthesizer and it can use any voice that is installed on the computer. The speed of the voice can be adjusted to fit the user’s preference.

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Calibre is an open-source ebook management tool. Users can edit ebook metadata (title, genre, etc.), change font, font size and margins. Users can also convert numberous formats such as Kindle, MOBI, Nook, and EPUB, Word, PDF, and more. Users can also sync multiple devices to Calibre and access their library remotely if their files are stored Calibre’s server.

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Chaos Manager is a free personal information manager that allows users to organize their appointments, reminders, contacts and notes. It is highly customizable and users can even create their own skins. Data encryption functionality is also available.

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Colour Explorer is software that allows the user to change the default Windows background and font colors. Any application using these colors will be affected.

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CueCard is a simple flash card program that allows user to create cards to assist them in retaining information. CueCard will allow users to test themselves on the information, and it also includes “smart testing” which automatically focuses on the cards they are having trouble with. It also offers printing (including custom page layouts and sizes), pictures and sounds on cards, Unicode support, and card formatting.

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