Paying for these 5 popular PC apps makes no sense when the free alternatives are better

There’s nothing wrong with paying for great PC software. Some apps absolutely earn their price for the convenience they offer. But over the past few years, many tools that were once essential are no longer must-haves. This includes screen capturing tools like SnagIt, PDF editors like Adobe Acrobat, password managers like 1Password, and even the all-mighty Microsoft Office Suite.