Chrome 19 - version 19.0.1084.46, to be precise - was released this week, bringing with it one major addition: tab syncing. This nice addition means that you can access your current tab session across multiple devices.

That means, for instance, that if you're researching hotels in Barcelona at home, you can access the same selection of tabs from your Android device or tablet while you're traveling. It's a really handy feature and a welcome addition to Google's star browser.

Setting a password on a .RAR file couldn't be easier, and it's a great way to keep almost any type of file safe from prying eyes. Here's how:

1. Open Winrar and browse to the files you want. If they're saved all over the place, it might be an idea to move them all to one folder, and compress that. Give the folder an informative name so you can easily identify it later.

The music download arena has changed drastically over the last few years, with old favorites like LimeWire disappearing and new pretenders like MP3 Rocket appearing on the scene. When you're used to one app and are forced to change to another, it's natural to be wary and want to know what you're getting into before you make the jump. If you're considering using MP3 Rocket, read on. We'll answer all your questions for you!

If you need to convert a PDF to Word document anytime soon, you've come to the right place. Here at Softonic, we know that finding a decent converter is a big ask. In fact, without breaking out your wallet for a bells and whistles PDF suite, it can be hard to find an app that does the job for free.

A point to bear in mind when converting PDFs to Microsoft Word is that the results vary hugely. If you have a document that is mostly format-free with no images, you'll find that most of the apps below do a decent job. The more formatting and pictures you add though, the less likely it is you'll get a good quality conversion.

The job can be made even harder if you need to edit the document once it has been converted. The bottom line? Download a couple of apps and see which does the best job on your particular document. If it's something you're going to be doing on a regular basis though, you should really think about buying an app like Nitro PDF Professional or PDF-XChange Viewer. It's definitely worth the investment.

No matter what your musical taste, it's always great to be able to discover new music. What's even better? When the music's free!

There's a problem though. Although there are lots of ways of downloading free music, not all of them are legal. For lots of users, that's a problem. Luckily in recent times, developers have realized that people want music without breaking the law, and have come up with loads of apps that allow you to download music that's both free AND legal.

As the launch of version 7 of  avast! antivirus comes closer, the developer has released a fully-functional beta version for you to try, test, consider and assess!

Even though it's an old app, Google Talk continues to be a really popular app. It's no wonder - it's reliable, easy to use and much simpler than some of the more flashy IMs out there. If you're just getting started with the app, or you have a few doubts, we've answered the top questions about Google Talk below. Take a look...

How to sign up

This couldn't be easier. You need a Google Account, which you can get here. If you have an email address that ends with gmail.com, googlemail.com or you've got a personalized Google domain, then you don't need to do anything - your login details are also your Google Talk login information.

Then, download and install the Google Talk desktop client. The installation process is very easy, and when you see the login screen appear, just enter the login details mentioned above. That's it! As soon as you see the main interface appear, you're free to start chatting!

So you've been making masterpieces on your camera phone...but when you get your hands on the video, everything's upside down! If you're using super-app VLC media player, you'll be really pleased to hear that rotating it back so you can watch it comfortably is really easy. Even better, VLC lets you rotate freely, so even if your video is at a funny angle, you're guaranteed to be able to watch it perfectly straight.

Rotating video in VLC;

1. Open your video in VLC and pause it so you can fix it without missing anything
2. In the menu, go to Effects and Filters > Geometry and enable the Rotate checkbox
3. You'll then be able to rotate your video in real time, so you'll be able to spot exactly when you've managed to turn it back to where it's supposed to be!

Bear in mind that this is a temporary solution. If you want to rotate your video and save it with the correct orientation, your best bet is to use a video editor like VirtualDub or Avidemux. If you'd like a tutorial on this, let us know in the comments!

We've noticed some excellent racing games at Softonic recently. Even better, they're free, which is perfect for the holiday season, when your funds my be directed elsewhere. If you're an adrenaline junkie, read on. We're sure you're going to love them!

Coolest, and most innovative, is Extreme Motorbikers, a game that mixes speed with cunning and guts. In this one, not only must you make it around the track ahead of your opponents, but also stop them from using villainous tricks to get what they want. For a free game, the graphics are really rich, and Extreme Motorbikers adds a little something to a tried and tested formula.

If you've read Jon's review of McAfee Total Protection, you'll know that it's an all-in-one anti-virus suite that's packed with tools and scan options. This makes it a really flexible piece of weaponry to have in your malware armor. To get the weekend off on the right foot, we've get 10 fabulous free licenses for McAfee Total Protection to give away.

How to win a free license

It's the weekend. You're probably tired after a long week, or you've eaten so much turkey and pumpkin pie that you simply can't get off the sofa. We're not going to make this difficult for you. In order to win one of our free McAfee licences, simply tell us:

How many computers can you install McAfee Total Protection on?

You can find the answer here. Just send the correct answer to ask@onsoftware.com, and Softonic will contact you to give you your free license. Good luck!

Despite the strange name, The Powder Toy is an awesome falling sand game that manages to be entertaining and, dare we say it, pretty educational.

So what's it about?

The Powder Toy is an experimental falling sand game for PC and Mac. That's great if you know what an experimental falling sand game is, but not so cool if, like the rest of us, you have no idea.Think of it this way: The Powder Toy is a blank mini-world where you create your own fun by combining elements - from the organic (wood, goo, water, soil) to the electronic (conductors, electrodes, wires, transmitters) and the chemical (radioactivity, anti-matter, photons, uranium) to tools (air, water, heat, gravity).

These elements act like they would in real life, so, for instance, if you mix an explosive and a heat source, you'll get a very convincing explosion. Likewise, if you hook an energy source up to a conductor and build a generator, you'll be able to power it. It may sound like a cliche, but with The Powder Toy, the only limit is your imagination.

I'm going to be controversial here - Chrome is hands-down the best browser around. If you agree, then you'll want to use Google's browser wherever you can. whether at home or in work. If you have a business, or manage a company network, then you'll need Google Chrome for Business, the version of Chrome specifically tailored to networked organizations.

Is there anything more boring than the progress bar? If you use a Windows PC, you're sure to see it on a fairly regular basis, whether you're copying, moving or deleting files. Moving files around can be a boring job, especially if they're big ones, but one enterprising developer - Ben Stone - has decided to add some fun to the process with two hilarious apps - Nyan Cat Progress Bar and Instant Elevator Music.

Now, I'll be the first to admit that when compared to other, more useful software, you might be thinking that these apps are a bit useless but, goddamit, they're fun! As you can see above, Nyan Cat Progress Bar replaces the normal, boring progress bar with Nyan Cat and its rainbow-colored space trail. It also plays Nyan Cat's signature Nyanyanyanyanyanyanya! song.

If that's all a bit psychedelic for you, try sister app Instant Elevator Music. This one's purely aural, playing tinkly elevator music whenever you're waiting for an app to open or a file to move. You can actually set Instant Elevator Music to play any music while you wait, but the bland, anodyne elevator tune is 90% of the fun! For two such seemingly trivial apps, they actually have a surprising amount of options, including an ignore list and, crucially, the ability to silence the music in one click.

Unfortunately, we don't think you'll want to use both apps at the same time. In fact, if you did, we'd be quite worried about you. Download them one at a time. and lengthy file operations will never be the same again!

If you're interested in making the most of your smartphone, you should really think about using it to manage your personal finances. It's with you all the time, you can record everything you spend, and you'll always know what's left in your account.

If you're looking for some great apps to get started on the path to financial solvency, read on - we've rounded up four of the best, and you're sure to find one to suit your style.

Recently we've noticed a lot of people asking the same question - how can I play RMVB files? Don't be surprised if you've never heard of RMVB, because many people haven't. They're simply a type of Real Media file, RealMedia Variable Bitrate. They're especially popular for Asian movies and series, and it's probably distribution of these through P2P networks that has seen the format spreading all over the world.

Even though RMVB files aren't very well known, don't make the mistake of thinking that you need a fancy player or converter to watch them. Softonic favorite VLC is the perfect example: VLC player handles RMVB files natively, barely blinking when you load your movie up. You may have to tell Windows to use VLC the first time you open an .rmvb file, but by clicking the "Always use the selected program to open this type of file" option, you'll never have to do it again.