I love portable software. It means computer Windows programs that does not require installation or un-installation, and are executed on host PC without leaving tracks of their execution neither in the system folders of the Operating system, nor in the registry. They can be run from slave HDD, network, CD or DVD, or USB, as the most mobile storage carrier. In this post, I want to introduce one of the leading Italian Web Sites, providing an excellent source for the free portable applications to its users. Programs are subdivided in categories and executable through a practical menu, analogue to

The asterisco USB Hub is a regular hub with a fancy design. It has 4 usb connectors and it looks like an asterisk. via

As you can see here, this is a modified usb hub that looks just like a spider. via

I am used to carry all the time quite a big USB drive “just in case”, so, for me, a small size of the application is not a decisive factor. But for those, whose USB drive space is tight, the following software will be very handy. Tiny USB Office is a small (2.31 MB), portable productivity software suite which offers a collection of unique standalone free applications. If you find yourself working on different machines and like the idea of having portable software that you can access hassle-free from any computer, then this is the package for you. You will not have to rely on the utilities

Christmas is coming and we will see new and interesting designs from practically every company. The first is the cake USB hub or USB hub cake, whatever and the flash sticks are strawberries or like crab claws or ducks and bunnies. I don't know what were they thinking when they made crab claws for this Christmas cake via gizmodo.com

I was expecting it, honestly! Few sizes are available : 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB. More information here.

This hub fits to PC and Mac. Designed for LaCie by Ora-Ïto, the Hub’s round shape, glossy white polycarbonate finish and flexible cables. Add 4 USB ports and 2 FireWire ports to your computer system and connect up to six devices simultaneously. 4 USB 2.0 ports & 2 FireWire 400 ports Easy to use; plug & play; hot-swappable 8 flexible cables, 8 colorful LEDs, USB light, USB fan Original, exclusive design by Ora-Ïto

Bizarre computer mice is just what is needed for a bizarre PC set – Thanko is offering new Hand-Warmer Mouse and Snow Globe Mouse.Snow Globe Mouse adds a bit of a Christmas feeling, and it has a smiley on it. The mouse has lights too.Hand-Warmer Mouse has, how can be understood from its name, a hand warming option (like regular mouse does not warm your hand after twenty four hours sticking to computer). The temperature can be controlled.Both gadgets have USB ports and cost just fewer than 10 bucks.Oh, and they were both nominated for worst USB gadgets on TheRawFeed.com