In 2010, we began a year-end program to recognize the most popular software on Download.com. In 2011, we got a little crazy, recognizing the top 11 programs in Windows and Mac, as well as the top 11 programs in the top 11 software categories.
In 2012, we return to Earth with a more classic list of the top 10 most downloaded software programs in our 10 most popular categories for Windows and Mac. The total download count for this distinction is based on the period from January 1, 2012 to December 14, 2012.
Top 10 Windows Software Programs of 2012
RankSoftware NameTotal Downloads in 2012
1.Avast Free Antivirus59,609,689
2.AVG AntiVirus Free 201353,460,154
3.CCleaner24,434,867
4.Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware22,410,671
5.YTD Video Downloader16,916,610
6.Advanced SystemCare14,579,023
7.WinRAR14,281,620
8.Free...
