Thanks so much for taking this initiative, Chris. I'll check out the software
you suggested and look forward to the final list.
In addition to a list of essential utilities and such, please also include
other categories in the list (whatever categories interest you), e.g.:
What is the best compressed text reader like TomeRaider?
What is the best dictionary/thesaurus?
What is the best astronomy program
What is the best game console emulator? (Spectrum, Gameboy, etc.)
What is the best financial package like Quicken?
What is the best graphing calculator (with 3D surface plotting)?
What is the best database (with popup list field type)?
If a title on the list is commercial or shareware, please don't include titles
that are no longer supported lest we're left with a crippled version without
being able to register it.
Thanks again,
Tom
--- Chris Stephens <cstephens_at_cat2.com> wrote:
> ...
> Here's an idea. Since we seem to be attracting more new users and
> this is a common question, what do you [veteran users] say we compile
> such a list. It could be like the old Newton Solutions guide.
> Anyone who wants to contribute ideas can send them to the list.
> Let's use the subject line "recommended software." If you indicate
> whether it is shareware or freeware, I will create a master list and
> upload it to my web server space. I'll then ask Paul to include a
> link in the FAQ. When this question comes up again, we can refer the
> user to the site. Any takers?
>
> Some initial recommendations are as follows:
> Freeware:
> SimpleMail (eMail software)--Simon Bell
> Avi's Backdrop (backdrop)--Avi Drissman
> SAI Prefs Cleaner (preference removal tool)--Standalone Software
> Deep Green (chess game)--Joachim Bondo
> Alarm Clock (clock upgrade)--Adam Tow
> ICS Text Editor (eMail/text editor)--ICS
> Geek Save (password/account data storage)--Newtopia
>
> Shareware:
> Newtscape (web browser)--Steve Weyer
> BBEditor (button bar text editing tool)--Byte Size Software
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