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Free Productivity Software you should know about!

You may think that Microsoft Office is the only game in town for word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Think again! There are loads of free options to Microsoft Office, Acrobat and Photoshop that allow you to get the same work done - but without the major hit to your checking account!

Here are just a few:

OpenOffice.org - Now owned by Oracle. It's the 'standard' alternative to Microsoft Office in use by millions around the world. Includes word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software; plus a database program
CutePDF - A great alternative to Adobe's Acrobat Standard & Professional.
GIMP - The no-cost alternative to Photoshop
IrfanView - Wonderful image/photo editor that is much faster and more powerful than many programs that cost $
TruCrypt - Encrypt your files for free with unbreakable encryption technology
Foxit Reader - Why wait for Adobe to brag about their patents, installed DLLs and bother you with endless update notices. This PDF reader loads faster and delivers everything most users need - for free!
VLC Media Player - Tired of loading Microsoft Media Player to view quick videos? Or want to download videos from YouTube and play them later. VLC Media Player is the answer!
HIghRise - Great free on-line Customer Relationship Management (CRM) service. You only have to if you need to manage more than 250 contacts.

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