USEFUL TOOLS

On this page you will find many useful tools and gadgets that can be used on your computer or as stand alone aids to your daily tasks. If you have any tools or gadgets you would like to see added to this page, then please e-mail details to iilex07@gmail.com.

IILEX 2010 Diary Download

Most members will by now have their copy of the 2010 IILEX Members Directory, for those of you who don't have a copy, or those of you who have left it at home, or would prefer not to write in it, or even those who may need an extra diary, we have put together a handy downloadable 2010 Diary, based on the Directory itself with none of the extra Members information, with a week to 2 page format which can be either downloaded and printed for your use or used on your PC if you have Adobe Acrobat full version. To download, simply click on the image below.

Calender

This handy online calender allows you to move forward or backwards in months or years to allow you to figure out days and dates in other months or years quickly and easily. You can even change the colour to suit your mood if you decide to add it to your own personal blog or website. To access the controls to add the code to your own site or blog or to e-mail the gadget to a friend etc, simply hover the cursor over the button on the bottom right of the calender marked 'SWG'.

Currency Converter

Check up-to-date and accurate major currency exchange rates and convert currencys for over 142 countries with the useful Yahoo currency converter which features cross rates updated on a daily basis and conversion rates updated Monday to Friday.

World Time Gadget

Display the time around the world with this World Time Gadget. Built especially for those with a business and financial focus, the World Time Gadget gives the correct date and time in over 100 major cities around the world and allows you to set home time and city and also chnage colour scheme etc.

OTHER DOWNLOADS

The Adobe Collection

ADOBE ACROBAT READER

Unless you already have Adobe Acrobat on your computer, you will require Adobe Acrobat Reader to download and print many of the documents and forms on the IILEX website, including the IILEX 2010 diary pages (top of page). You will also find the reader useful on other websites on the internet too. To download and install the latest version, simply click on the button below:

ADOBE FLASH PLAYER

To watch movies and animations online, including the Griffith College video on our Education page, you will need to use the Adobe Flash Player. Once installed, you will be able to see videos on sites such as YouTube and Apple. To download and install the latest version, simply click on the button below:

ADOBE SHOCKWAVE PLAYER

Adobe Shockwave Player is very similar to the Adobe Flash Player in that it allows you to see and run movies online, however, it is slightly different as it is faster and applies more to dazzling online 3D games and entertainment, interactive product demonstrations, and online learning applications which many in IILEX may find useful. To download and install, simply click on the button below:

Internet Security

As most internet users now, these days it is all to easy to fall prey to a nasty internet virus that can destroy files and even wipe your entire memory clear. It is imperative that you have good internet security protection to protect your computer from these virus risks which change on an almost daily basis. We have selected a few of the free trials out there from some of the best Internet Security Companies.

AVG ANTI-VIRUS FREE EDITION 9.0

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 9.0 provides you with basic antivirus and antispyware protection for Windows and is available to download for free as a full working product that does not require any payment, if, at a later date, you decide that AVG is for you and you would like to buy a bigger package with extra security options then the free version gives you the opportunity to do so through the AVG website. To download and install either the free version, or trial versions of the other full packages, simply click on the button below:

MCAFEE FREE TRIAL SOFTWARE

McAfee delivers world-class retail and online solutions designed to secure, protect, and optimize the computers of consumers and home office users, they have even expanded their lines to include family protection for your children to be able to use the internet safely. McAfee's advanced retail desktop solutions include premier anti-virus, security, encryption, and desktop optimization software. All of McAfee's major products are available to either buy or try for 30 days for free at their website. To download and install either the free trial versions, or to buy the full packages online, simply click on the button below:

NORTON FROM SYMANTEC

Probably one of the most well known names in Internet Security, Norton helps consumers and organizations secure and manage their information-driven world. Their software and services protect against more risks at more points, more completely and efficiently, enabling confidence wherever information is used or stored. Norton have more products to help users with complete control and security for all their systems than any other company today. To download and install any of the free trial versions available, or to buy the full packages online, simply click on the button below: