Genealogy Software Tips

Are you looking for software to record your family tree?		Are you looking for Internet sources to help you research your family tree?		Are you looking for free online help with researching your ancestry?		Return to the Main Page.
See the comparison of family tree software. Click here for family tree software.		Try Cyndi's List. Click here for more information on Cyndi's List.		Try the Genealogy Search Advice website. Click here to go to the Genealogy Search Advice website.
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Family Tree Software

It is best to use some type of family tree software for keeping track of your genealogy records. It is best if you starting using the software right away otherwise you might find yourself in the position of having to enter a huge amount of information if you delayed your software choice. Here is a comparison of the more popular family tree software products:

	Family Tree Maker. This is probably the most full-featured family tree software available. It is our recommended software. Click here for more information on Family Tree Maker at Ancestry.com.
	Personal Ancestral File. This is available as a free download. It does not have the full range of capabilities of Family Tree Maker, but might be good for school projects, etc. Click here to download the Personal Ancestral File.
	More Detail. Click here for more detail on Family Tree Maker 2012.

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Advanced Research

This site is designed to provide the basics in researching your genealogy. It emphasizes the use of the Federal Census, Social Security Death Index, online family trees, and birth/death records. There are, of course, more sources of information. If you are looking for advice on additional sources, click here to go to Genealogy Search Advice. That site will provide you with customized research advice based on what you already know about your ancestors.