Visual Typewriter

Ever wanted to feel like a classic novelist but on your computer? Visual Typewriter is a neat piece of software that brings that old school typewriter vibe right to your Windows desktop. It's a trial version program, so you can try it out before you decide to buy it, and it's filed under software utilities. The company behind it, Nolad, created this English only program.

Even though it's been around for a while it was added to software catalogs back in 2005 and has been downloaded over 25,000 times it got a solid update in March 2008. This update made sure it works smoothly on Windows Vista and can handle any screen resolution you throw at it, as long as it's bigger than 800x600. While it was originally made for older systems like Windows 98, it's still kicking and is surprisingly popular in places like India, the United States, and Canada.

One of the best things about Visual Typewriter is that it's a real space saver on your hard drive, taking up less room than many other utility programs. It’s not just about the looks, either. It has some handy features, like letting you set up your mail server login and password directly within the program. So if you're feeling nostalgic or just want a distraction free writing environment, Visual Typewriter offers a unique and lightweight way to get your words onto the screen.