Adobe Acrobat Reader - Many documents on the web are done in pdf format.  If you wish to print them you will need Acrobat Reader.  As an example: If you wish to print tax forms off the Internet you will need this application.

Tax Forms - Speaking of tax forms!  Get them here.

WinZip - Most files you download off the internet are "zipped."  You'll need a utility, such as WinZip to "unzip" them.  "Zipping" a file makes it smaller so it can be downloaded quicker.  You can also use WinZip to "zip" a file you wish to email to someone else.  Here is a page that gives you a set of pictures to help you use WinZip.

Real Player 7 Plus - Download this utility if you would like to pick up internet radio stations, and play internet music on your computer.