Software

Everyone asks about software. 

There is a list and comparison chart of what is available, go to Genealogical Software Report card   It was last updated in 2005, but will give you some ideas and also web sites to check out.  Not all of them are sold in retail stores like Best Buy or Circuit City.

Decide what you want your software to do?

Many people just go buy the cheapest, not matter which one you choose, keep a hard copy of your information.