BgInfo

One of the first things you may want to do when working on other computers instead of your own is to figure out what kind of hardware it has, it's IP and Mac addresses and other characteristics. Finding these details involves going through numerous menus. BgInfo provides a faster and more efficient alternative. It displays all the information you need directly on the desktop, in a non-intrusive manner. The application places a good amount of customization options at your disposal, which are quite easy to use.

The application is free and it can be used on any popular Windows versions, including older ones. It comes in a small package and it can be installed in no time. Also, there is no need to meet any special software or hardware requirements.

The main user interface resembles a lightweight text editor. The text you type in the central editing area will show up on the desktop, with the font and paragraph settings of your choice. The best part is that you don't have to write down the computer's specs yourself. Instead, you can insert various information fields, which are listed on the right side of the window. By default, the application will have all details ready, but you can erase them and insert whatever you want, including plain text, if you need to remember something else than your computer's specs.

BgInfo can display a vast range of details, including CPU, memory, user account information and others. The text is overlaid on the image used as the wallpaper, so you can click and drag or place icons over the text, without affecting it. Also, the software lets you create your own custom fields. Additionally, you can tweak the background, change the position of the overlaid text and make other fine adjustments. Another important aspect is the fact that BgInfo provides support for multi-monitor setups.

Any information you need about your computer can be made available directly on your desktop, thanks to BgInfo efficient functionality.