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(howto) PC World's Downloads section identifies the prices set for software by the original developers.
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(news) YP.Com's downloadable toolbar operates cleanly, supports cross-search sites.
(reviews) Fetch precise search results, force the Print Screen key to do its job, and make the most of MP3s.
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