Use AVG for Free Anti-Virus Protection

Do you have a good anti-virus program on your computer? Perhaps you're paying a monthly or yearly fee subscription. If so, you're getting ripped off.

You should check out the free version of AVG anti-virus. This program is completely free to download, install, and get automatic software & virus updates. Definitely a good deal.

But is it effective? I've been using AVG for 5-6 months, and I haven't had a single virus. It's been incredibly effective. And it doesn't get better than being FREE, right?

Personal Time Management Software from Effexis

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I just ran across a new piece of software that might help your daily life. This is some cool time management software that can help organize your life and your time.

The program is called Achieve Planner. You can get the Standard version for $49 version, or go Pro for $79.

Achieve Planner gives you the ability to track to do's, prioritize, and schedule tasks. It looks like a pretty complete time management program.

Finally, there's a neat "weekly planning wizard" that helps you plan out your week. This might be handy for your weekly review, if you're a GTD follower.

I haven't used Achieve Planner myself, but if you're looking for a good time management program, you might give it a try. If you have experience with it, drop a comment here to let us know.

Good Study Program for the MPRE

If you're planning to be a lawyer, you'll need to take the Multi-state Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE). Since this is a test that determines if you will be a lawyer, you've got to study.

Fortunately, BAR/BRI has a good study program for this test. If you're already enrolled in their bar review program, you get the MPRE materials for free. You get a video lecture, an outline, practice tests, and a program called "Study Smart."

The software is the coolest part. It contains a mini-outline version, practice tests, and sample questions. It can even tell you which areas are your strengths and which you need to work on.

If you're trying to study for the MPRE, I highly recommend BAR/BRI's program.

Significant Changes for Microsoft Office 2007

I finally received my upgrade for Microsoft Office 2007. It's now installed and running just fine on Vista.

The biggest change that I immediately noticed is the interface and menu bar. I couldn't even find the "File" command. Instead, there's a nifty "Office button" that does the standard "File" commands.

The toolbars are redesigned, and it looks like they might be a little more useful. I'm not sure these changes will enhance utility, but they definitely are different.

I honestly haven't gotten much time to check out the many features of Office 2007. They will definitely provide a lot of fodder for future writing, tips, and techniques.

Get a Free Game and a Free App Every Day

Do you like free software? What about free games? If so, check out Giveaway of the Day.

This site offers a free software download every day of the week. Their subsidiary site gives away a free game every day as well.

All you have to do is check the site (or subscribe via RSS) and download the software each day. But be sure to install it that day as well, since the license system only lets you download and install for a single.

The coolest part is that you'd usually have to pay for all this software. And we're not talking about $5 software. Most of these apps are in the $20-50 range. That's not bad for a free giveaway.

So if you're in the mood for some free stuff, check it out. The best option is to subscribe, so you don't miss a good piece of software.