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Updates for Two Popular Genealogy Software Programs

updates-for-two-popular-genealogy-software-programs.jpgMany genealogists rely on their computers to organize all of their family tree research. Some of them will want to make note of updates announced this week for two popular genealogy software programs.

One of them is Ancestry.com’s Family Tree Maker 2008. The new release is the latest version of a product that made its debut back in 1989. The company calls it the world’s No. 1 selling family history software. A company news release reports that the product has been entirely revamped with many new Read more »

Genealogy Software Offers Research Enhancements

genealogy-software-offers-research-enhancements.jpgMany genealogists rely on software programs to organize their family tree data. One genealogy software company is taking the concept a few steps further by offering products that can enhance your family research.

In addition to standard software for family tree compilation, Nova Scotia-based Progeny Software also offers a variety of other products that might Read more »

New Family Tree Maker Coming in August, Beta Now Available

new-family-tree-maker-coming-in-august-beta-now-available.jpgThe newest version of Family Tree Maker genealogy software has been released in a public beta test form for everyone to try. Ancestry.com says while the beta test is free, it will not function after the program goes on sale in August.

Anyone who downloads the program needs to keep in mind that you Read more »

New Genealogy Software Programs for Mac Users

new-genealogy-software-programs-for-mac-users.jpgMac users now have a couple of new options to consider in the search for genealogy software. The two programs have both been released within the last week. They are iFamily for Tiger 2.2 and MacFamilyTree 4.4.9.

iFamily is touted as a genealogy application for those who want to get Read more »

GenSmarts Releases New Software Version

gensmarts-releases-new-software-version.jpgThe maker of one of the newest genealogy software programs on the market has released its latest version, four years after the debut of its product. GenSmarts is touted as a new type of software that uses artificial intelligence to make research suggestions.

Version 2 of GenSmarts is now available from Underwood Innovations, LLC of Long Grove, Illinois. The company says its newest release represents a new level of usability and power for genealogy hobbyists seeking research assistance. Read more »

Family Pursuit Software in Beta Phase

family-pursuit-software-in-beta-phase.jpgWhile it won’t be available for purchase until August, Family Pursuit has presented the first public demonstration of its “innovative genealogy management software” at the 2007 Computerized Family History and Genealogy Conference in Provo, Utah. Read more »