We recommend the following software.
- Firefox. A free, open-source web browser with powerful extensions. We strongly recommend using the NoScript add-on to safeguard your web browsing experience. An alternative to Microsoft Internet Explorer.
- Thunderbird. A free, open-source email program. An alternative to Microsoft Outlook.
- Picasa. A free program developed by Google for managing photos and resizing images.
- GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program). A free, open-source program for graphic design. An alternative to Adobe Photoshop.
- OpenOffice. A free, open-source office software suite. An alternative to Microsoft Office.
- Skype. A free voice-over-IP program. You can make free calls to other Skype users. Skype offers low-cost plans for making calls to phones, receiving calls from phones, forwarding calls, and more.