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Family History software packages
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LB | Report | 5 Apr 2006 10:11 |
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I am looking to buy a Family History softwear package and there seems to be so many on the market so I could do with some advice! My pc is Windows 98 with 128 megabit memory. I am not 100% pc literate (but learning all the time!) so something simple would be best for me! Thanks |
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Ron | Report | 5 Apr 2006 10:20 |
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Hi Lyndsey This question crops up every couple of weeks. Everybody will tell you that the one they use is the best because that's what their used to or it's free to download, do a search for threads containing software and you will see dozens of replies on this subject. If you are going to buy a program the general concensus of opinion seems to be Family Tree Maker. Ron www*genealogyprinters*com |
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LB | Report | 5 Apr 2006 11:36 |
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Thanks Ron Funnily enough, my friend (who is more pc literate than me & is going to be helping me!) & I were looking at Family Tree Maker on the Internet last night & remarking how good it looked. The fact that it is so widely used is a strong reccommendation. However , being more forward thinking than me, she did suggest I find out how easy it is to upgrade from the Beginners Pack 1. Do you have to buy the next level package or is there something you can just 'add on'? Cheers Lyndsey |
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Sam | Report | 5 Apr 2006 11:38 |
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I had the starter edition of Family Tree Maker to begin with, I upgraded to the standard version online and it was really simple, they just sent me a code to type in which unlocked the additional features. Sam x |
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LB | Report | 5 Apr 2006 11:50 |
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Thanks for your prompt and helpful reply Sam! Cheers Lyndsey |
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Kate | Report | 5 Apr 2006 12:44 |
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Hi Lyndsey I have to admit ,i have tried a few but have been using Family Tree Maker for some time now and love it. Have just updated to 2006 and discovered what a powerful program it really is,,, Good Luck . Kate |
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Linda & Tim | Report | 5 Apr 2006 13:18 |
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I use Family Historian and would certainly recommend it. |
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LB | Report | 5 Apr 2006 13:24 |
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Having been doing my Family History for nine months now I’ve proved to myself that it’s not just a passing fad! I think the Family Tree Maker 2006 Beginners Pack 1 is the one for me! Having made that decision I’m eager to get going , although I confess to being a bit apprehensive because my knowledge of computer packages in general is not very good and I can be rather dense sometimes! Thank Goodness for friends who can help you out! Regards Lyndsey |
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Heather | Report | 5 Apr 2006 20:13 |
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The standard FTM2006 is less than £20 at the moment on amazon. |
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₪ TeresaW elite empress of deleted threads&# | Report | 5 Apr 2006 20:16 |
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Heather it was on offer in WH Smith last week, £14.99. T x |
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LB | Report | 6 Apr 2006 11:16 |
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It looks like I've missed the boat with Amazon!, I'll have a look in WH Smith at the week end. Cheers for the info Lyndsey |
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Heather | Report | 6 Apr 2006 12:44 |
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Sorry, it was the de luxe edition Who do you think you are. Is it not on there anymore? |
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Heather | Report | 6 Apr 2006 12:45 |
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Sorry, it was the de luxe edition Who do you think you are. Is it not on there anymore? Have a look at the my-history website - it has a chart comparing them. |
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LB | Report | 6 Apr 2006 13:43 |
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Hi Heather Yes, the 'Who do you think you are' deluxe edition is still on Amazon, costing £24.95, but it is the 2005 version. Thanks to everyone who has responded to my original query. With so many packages to choose from I really am spoilt for choice! |
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Sue | Report | 6 Apr 2006 14:22 |
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I personally use Family Historian and find it perfect and easy to use |
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Audrey | Report | 6 Apr 2006 14:32 |
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Can someone tell me what the extras are in FTM - I have the basic version and would like to upgrade to 2006. thanks Audrey |
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Ron | Report | 6 Apr 2006 15:33 |
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Take a look here. www*ftm2006*com Ron www*genealogyprinters*com |
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Raven | Report | 6 Apr 2006 16:04 |
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Who do you lthink you are? Deluxe version with FTM 2005 is available at www*play*com for £17.99 and delivery is free. I got it a couple of weeks ago. Ordered and received it within4 days. Anne |
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Ron | Report | 6 Apr 2006 17:21 |
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They saw you coming Anne, FTM 2005 (Who do you think you are) is for sale on TWR's website for a tenner. Ron www*genealogyprinters*com |
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Raven | Report | 6 Apr 2006 21:08 |
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Hi Ron, Least I got it cheaper than Amazon and I didn't have to pay postage. Anne |
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