Should you buy Family Tree Maker software?
I've owned Family Tree Maker for almost a decade. I realized early that I needed help to organize all those bits of information that I was collecting.
Finding the right genealogy product to help you document your families and their trees quickly and efficiently can be the difference between a fun hobby and a dreary chore.
You might ask yourself:
- Do I really need to purchase a genealogy program?
- What are the benefits of the software?
- How do I know which computer program is right for me?
These are just a few of the questions you might ask. Below I discuss a few more.
When I purchase family tree software I take the time to research some of the features and make a careful note of the benefits. You may be looking for advantages that a computer program can provide. Some of the features and benefits that were important to me include:
- Should I try a free genealogy program before I buy?
- Do I need to share data with others that already have Family Tree Maker?
- Do I need to know that I can easily upgrade to the next version of the software?
- Does the developer provide regular upgrades to take advantage of new and improved computer equipment?
- Will my computer be powerful enough to run the software I purchase?
- How easy is it to use?
- Is there an extensive training program or help center to get me on the right track?
These are just a few basic questions. I'm sure that you can add your own specific concerns to your list. Leave nothing out. The most important task is to rank all your questions and their answers according to the importance to you. Check out the links on this website for more features and benefits of a computer based genealogy program and research the various developers.
Selecting which genealogy program is right for you is subjective. I found that by honestly answering and ranking each of the questions on my list I discovered that the software choice was clear. I have had to buy numerous software packages over the years and Family Tree Maker was a great investment that has saved me many hours of recording and printing reports about my ancestors, their challenges and triumphs. Although this article only scratches the surface of the important issues I am sure that it provides the clues you need to take before you make your purchase. If you have researched enough I suggest you purchase your own copy of Family Tree Maker . You'll be able to devote more time to research and less to data entry and filing. Your family will see the improvement immediately.
