- Shutdown Gadget

- Makes it easy to shutdown my PC.

- Also makes it easy to restart the PC or lock it.

- Eliminates poking around in the Start menu to find the option I want.

- Also has the benefit of showing the time.

Google Gadget

- Puts a Google search window right on my desktop.

- Just type in my search item and press Enter.

- A browser window opens with my search results.

All CPU Meter

- Shows total RAM.

- Shows RAM that is in use and how much is free.

- Shows the load on Core 1 and Core 2 of a dual core machine.

- Gives you a quick overview of your system status.

WeatherBug

- Is also available for iPhone, BlackBerry, and Android phones.

- Shows current temperature.

- Shows today's high and low as well as wind direction.

- Will show you if there are any weather alerts.

- You can also get the extended forecast.

Pandora

- Lets you listen to my Pandora Radio account easily.

- Makes it easy to control whether music is playing or not.

- Because it's Pandora, it's always playing music you like.

- You can pause it, switch stations, and more.

I'll be back next week with Part 2 and numbers 6 through 10!