Clark Howard's Tips
Small businesses can benefit from free softwareApril 15, 2008
If you have a small business, you know that software can be expensive. Surprisingly, only 6% of people have ever used software alternatives to Microsoft Office. But our Free and Cheap List has no-cost options like OpenOffice.org, which is now offering the newest version of its office suite-style software for free.
Clark's not an anti-Microsoft person, but he'd rather you save the dough. OpenOffice is inter-operable with Microsoft Word if it's used correctly.
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What if you're a small business owner burdened by the hassle of making appointments? You might want to check out GenBook.com for free online appointment scheduling software. That way you can focus on making money, instead of playing phone and e-mail tag with clients.
