We will be pushing a few articles over the next couple weeks on computer security. You can bet that computer security in 2010 will be #1 priority in not only IT departments, but in the board rooms as well.
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So as we add more, we hope you enjoy the new site.
When working on your own business from home, you might notice that you don’t have the same software tools that you might if you were working for a big company. You don’t want to have to spend all of that money to have the same software though, and you shouldn’t have to. Here is a list of tools that can help you with your business, and they are all free.
If you want to be able to keep track of tasks you need to work on, a great tool is Vitalist. Here you can set up projects, or tasks that you need to complete. You can create multiple lists, which is great if you are working on more than one project at a time. There is also an inbox, which allows you to put other tasks that need to be done, but are not associated with a project. Here are two other sites that will allow you to track lists, and are also good. Both Ta Da List and Remember the Milk have to-do lists that will help you keep track of everything you want to get done.
If you are looking for more of a project management tool, you can try Basecamp. You will be able to create lists, track schedules and keep track of milestones.
If you want to easily keep track of appointments, or things you need to get done on certain days, Google Calendar is a helpful tool. Since you set it up online, you can access it anywhere. You can also keep it personal and just for yourself, or share it with others so they know when you are free and busy.
If you want to be able to use word processing and spreadsheet tools, but don’t want to pay for Microsoft Office, you can use Google Docs & Spreadsheets. It will let you do many of the same things as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, but is a free application.
To help with budgeting and keeping track of your business expenses, you can use Pear Budget. It can help you keep track of your spending, to make sure you aren’t spending more on your business than you are earning.
There are many software applications out there that can help you with your business. If you come up with a need that is not mentioned in this article, you should first search online for a free version, before spending money. If you can find a free piece of software that takes care of your needs, it is great as you can save that money for something else.
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