- by Jim Edwards

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* Free Audio Editing Software *

Log on to http://audacity.sourceforge.net and download a
just plain cool PC software you can use to record, edit,
convert and mix audio tracks right on your computer.

Ideal for people who need to create audio CD’s with a basic
microphone, create the perfect party mix, or perform basic
sound editing.

Available free of charge, this open source utility makes it
easy to convert old tapes and records into more permanent
CD’s just by hooking up to the microphone or line inputs on
your computer with a $10 cable from Radio Shack.

The software works with both MP3 and WAV (CD) files, and
also decodes the AU and Ogg Vorbis audioformats.

The software also allows you to adjust volume control on
individual tracks, fade volume in and out, and remove static
hiss or any other consistent background noises.

Overall, Audacity makes an excellent tool for anyone just
getting started in audio editing or who doesn’t want to
spend $100 or more on commercial audio editing software.

* Free RSS Feed Reader *

RSS feeds represent a huge part of the future of online
communications as email gets less and less reliable.

Primarily associated with blogs at the moment, RSS feeds
(stands for “Real Simple Syndication”) make it possible for
subscribers to get notified about newsletter and site
updates automatically and without the need for email
notification.

The problem, until now, has been that most RSS readers were
designed for geeks and propeller-heads, not for everyday
users.

However, log on to www.FeedReader.com and you can change all
that.

Feed Reader offers just that, a simple-to-use, easy-to-
understand PC software program that doesn’t eat up a lot of
hard drive space or suck up all your memory.

If you want to subscribe to multiple blogs and news feeds,
but don’t want to get bombarded with ads or pay for
software, give FeedReader.com’s free software a try.

* Free Mind Mapping Software *

Log on to http://freemind.sourceforge.net and grab a copy of
“FreeMind,” a free mind mapping software program that rivals
the functionality of programs costing $200 or more.

I’ve used mind mapping software for years, and even paid for
one that cost me over $200.

I found that I actually only used about 10% of the features
of that commercial software, and I also found that FreeMind
gives you all those basic features and more (for free).

Plus, if you’re just getting started with mind mapping, this
software makes a great place to start without forcing you to
make a large investment in software. Mind mapping is an
absolutely indispensable technique for writing outlines,
brainstorming projects, and outlining essays and
professional papers.

As with any free software, you get what you pay for, but in
these three cases, I think you get a little more than your
money’s worth.

However, always remember that free software normally does
not offer any support and, as with any software, you should
proceed carefully.

Always back up your important files before installing any
software (paid or free).

Also, if you are at all unsure about a piece of software, go
to Google and search for reviews on the software before
installing.

A quick search for “‘Product Name’ software reviews” can
yield some very interesting and helpful comments before you
spend time and energy installing and testing the software
for yourself.

–
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