RecentRun

RecentRun is a tracking program that keeps a log of each access application on one's computer. Keep in mind that the newest generations of Windows incorporate kind of the same principle within Explorer, but this tool was developed for some older OS versions. However, if you decide you need a separate tool for monitoring application access, with a basic level of customization, RecentRun might come in handy.

the program doesn't have a dedicated UI for the tracking process. After you launch it, RecentRun will create an access point in the system tray. Right-click it and its context menu will give you the required info.

After RecentRun is up and running, the program will begin logging whatever software utilities you launch. The list will go a long as new programs are added, so expect a larger menu each time you run a new service.

Use the same context menu to reach the utility control panel. From there, one can determine the number of supported shortcuts/entries, sort them by date, or delete all items at startup.

Also, if that wasn't clear by now, the app can be used to monitor a user's activity. If your siblings or little ones are using the PC in your absence, RecentRun will tell you what program they have launched. To make this even more of a spy tool, the CMD can be deployed to hide the tray bar icon, so nobody can tell their activity is logged.

RecentRun is a vintage tool that can monitor what apps were accessed on one's PC. While it can resemble a keylogger, it is far from that, as it keeps track only of accessed software utilities.