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Isolator vs Open Shell

A side-by-side look at Isolator and Open Shell. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Isolator

Isolator

Development

Isolator is a unit testing tool for .NET that enables developers to run unit tests in isolation without requiring access to databases or the file system. It stubs out calls to external dependencies to facilitate test automation.

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Open Shell

Open Shell

Os & Utilities

Open Shell is a free and open-source start menu replacement for Windows that provides advanced configuration options and customization. It aims to restore the classic start menu for users who prefer the Windows XP or Windows 7 interface.

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