Firefox Web Browser

Award winning web browser from Mozilla. Faster, more secure, and completely customizable.
You'll need the following Plugins : Java, Flash Player, and Shockwave Player.
I also recommend these Extensions : NoScript, Download Status Bar, IE Tab, and FireFTP.
Customize Firefox with Themes and more Extensions from the Firefox Addons page.
Make sure to set it as your default web browser.

Opera Web Browser

Some people consider Opera to be even safer than Firefox.
Over 20 million people use Opera as their browser of choice.
It is definately worth installating and evaluating for yourself.

Mozilla Thunderbird

Thunderbird is an e-mail and usenet client from Mozilla.
It provides a safer, more customizable alternative to MS Outlook.

Pidgin Internet Messenger

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Skype Internet Messenger

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