What is the best small and free tape calculator for Windows?

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The discussion centers on the search for small, free tape calculators for Windows, highlighting several options including Calcute, ESBCalc, Freecalc, and SpeQ. Users appreciate tools that provide a paper trail for calculations without the complexity of full math packages. The conversation also mentions AllerCalc as a potential solution, though concerns about malware from its download site are raised. The participants seek recommendations for similar portable calculators that are free to use.

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  • Familiarity with Windows operating systems
  • Basic understanding of calculator functionalities
  • Knowledge of software download safety practices
  • Awareness of portable application usage
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  • Research "Calcute" for its features and usability
  • Explore "ESBCalc" and its limitations on expression handling
  • Investigate "SpeQ" for its function plotting capabilities
  • Look into user reviews and safety reports on "AllerCalc"
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This discussion is beneficial for casual Windows users, software enthusiasts, and anyone seeking lightweight, free calculator alternatives for everyday calculations.

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I once had a neat substitute for the Windows calculator that had all sorts of scientific functions, units and scientific constants in a small footprint. That was years ago and now I can't find it right now. I thought it was Moffsoft, but I've just downloaded it again and that's not it. I see a few similarly small and handy ones that also provide a paper trail to keep track of my calculations; if you're like me, you like to know what you just did. These aren't full-fledged math packages, just quick-loading tools for common operations.

Calcute: neat/small (http://calcute.com)
ESBCalc: but not full expressions (http://esbconsult.com/esbcalc/esbcalc.htm)
Freecalc: but not full expressions (http://moffsoft.com/freecalc.htm)
SpeQ: also plots functions (http://www.speqmath.com)

I'm looking at alternatives in the same style. If you use another handy one that is free (because I'm cheap) and small (preferably portable) then post it. Maybe you know the one I'm talking about.

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EDIT: Not 5 minutes after posting this I found the one I was talking about: AllerCalc. But I won't post a link because Firefox is warning me about dangerous downloads from their web site. I have no details of what it may be. Is anyone using it? Or does anyone know if it contains malware?
 
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