Tools

Grouped by OS and Function

πŸ–₯️ Windows Tools

ToolOSPurpose
CCleanerWindowsCleans temp files, browser cache, and registry clutter
SpeccyWindowsDisplays detailed system specs and temperatures
RufusWindowsCreates bootable USB drives from ISO files
WinDirStatWindowsVisualizes disk usage with color-coded blocks
BitLockerWindowsEncrypts entire drives for data protection
Windows DefenderWindowsBuilt-in antivirus and firewall
NetshWindowsCLI tool to manage Windows network settings

🍎 macOS Tools

ToolOSPurpose
Disk UtilitymacOSManages partitions and disk repairs
FileVaultmacOSEncrypts macOS system drive
Little SnitchmacOSMonitors and controls outgoing network connections
HomebrewmacOSPackage manager for installing CLI tools
Terminal + ping/traceroutemacOSBuilt-in CLI for network diagnostics

🐧 Linux Tools

ToolOSPurpose
UFWLinuxSimple firewall configuration tool
LUKSLinuxEncrypts partitions and drives
APTLinux (Debian/Ubuntu)Package manager for installing software
YUM/DNFLinux (RHEL/Fedora)Package managers for Red Hat-based systems
Terminal + ping/tracerouteLinuxBuilt-in CLI for network diagnostics

🌐 Cross-Platform Tools

ToolOSPurposeAccess & Pricing
MalwarebytesWindows, macOS, AndroidDetects and removes malware, adware, and PUPsβœ… Free version available. Paid plans start at ~$45/year
VeraCryptWindows, macOS, LinuxEncrypts files, partitions, and full disks🚫 No account required. Fully free and open-source
KeePassXCWindows, macOS, LinuxLocal password vault with strong encryption🚫 No account required. Fully free and open-source
BitwardenWindows, macOS, Linux, mobileSecure cloud-based password managerβœ… Account required. Free tier available. Paid plans start at ~$10/year
WiresharkWindows, macOS, LinuxCaptures and analyzes network packets🚫 No account required. Fully free and open-source
Angry IP ScannerWindows, macOS, LinuxScans IP ranges and ports quickly🚫 No account required. Fully free and open-source
VS CodeWindows, macOS, LinuxLightweight code editor with extensions🚫 No account required. Free from Microsoft
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