EyeDefender is a freeware rest reminder designed to prevent Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) resulting from working on a computer for hours on end. Once installed, EyeDefender sits in the system tray and displays the time left until the next break.
EyeDefender can also help to prevent other problems related to computer use, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) or Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS), also known in the USA as Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) and in Europe - Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD).
Here are some key features of "EyeDefender":
· Displays a predefined picture
· Runs the visual training to relax the eyes
· Runs a default screensaver
· Displays a popup timed reminder in the system tray
· Control the level of eye strain in the system tray
· Set up the time period for a popup reminder
· Set up how much time you want to rest
· Enter the rest mode instantly
· Reset the counter
· Stop the counter when you do not want to be interrupted
· Set the counter to stop automatically after some time of inactivity
· Four rest modes: image display, visual training, screensaver launch, or · popup tray reminder
· Auto-run EyeDefender on Windows start
Note: For commercial use and distribution, it is necessary to register.