Links

During the Computer Help Session today, links to several different sites were mentioned. They, plus some more, are listed below. You might find the products offered of interest.

1. Anti-Spyware
   AVG Anti-Spyware will help you discover and get rid of spyware and adware. It's available in two versions: trial, and licensed. When you download and install it, you are provided the full (licensed) version. After 30 days, it reverts to the trial version. While the licensed version has several features which you might find very useful, the trial (free) version does continue to function as a spyware detector. Many find this version sufficient. http://www4.grisoft.com/doc/downloads-products/us/crp/2?prd=triasw
   
   
2. Replacement for Office
   The most common word processor, by far, is Word, which is usually provided as part of the Office suite of applications. There is an Open Source alternative which some feel is superior in many ways, plus it is available at no cost! You can find it here: OpenOffice.org
   
   
3. 3-D Drawing Program
   Here's a fun program, especially if you or the grandkids like to sketch, draw, make CAD-type drawings, etc. It takes a little getting used to, but it makes some great 3-D drawings! It's another one of the great programs offered at no charge by Google. It's called SketchUp and can be found here: http://sketchup.google.com/
   
   

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