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There are so many great apps for Macs out there that it's hard for some to claim that elusive spot in a user's Apps folder. The programs in this bundle have a reputation of being right at home on every Mac. These apps are the cream of the crop, absolute must-haves for Mac users of all shapes, sizes, and skill levels. The Mac Utility Bundle is nothing but the essentials. Just take a look at what you'll get:

• Parallels Desktop 8 ($80) - This app is an absolute must-have for Mac users that still have use for Windows. Run Windows right on your Mac without the need to Reboot.
• Parallels Desktop 8 ($80) - This app is an absolute must-have for Mac users that still have use for Windows. Run Windows right on your Mac without the need to Reboot.
• Snagit ($50) - Grab any image on your screen and keep them organized with the ultimate screen capture program
• VirusBarrier X6 ($50) - Even on a Mac, you aren't automatically safe. Make sure you have all the protection needed by letting VirusBarrier X6 watch over your computer.
• MacOptimizer ($30) - Keep your Mac from getting sluggish by letting MacOptimizer free up memory and increase performance.
• Rubbernet ($36) - The first 3,000 people to get the Mac Utility Bundle will be able to benefit from Rubbernet. This app will watch your incoming and outgoing activities to make sure nothing suspicious sneaks through.

The Mac Utility Bundle puts together apps that could cost a collective $245. That's quite a bit more than you'll pay, though. If you get these apps from our Deals tab, the price you will pay is a significantly smaller $59.99. That's a 75% savings on five apps that you absolutely must have.

If your need to save hasn't quite been satisfied, we've got a couple other great offers for you to take advantage of. A $30 app that will allow you to put your favorite videos on your iPad with ease, MacX iPad Video Converter is currently available for free in our Deals tab! If you take advantage of this offer and the Mac Utility Bundle, you'll get 6 apps with a $275 value for under $60.

If you don't have an iPad, you may be thinking that the MacX iPad Video Converter Freebie isn't worth anything to you. Well, then why not ever for a chance to get a free iPad Mini? There's a giveaway going on right now in our Deals tab that will land an iPad Mini in the lap of two lucky readers. Get in on the offer while you can!