Re: The most important thing...

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Posted by graham.smith
2005-02-21 15:43:39

This is a bit difficult.

1. Function. It has got to give me the end product I am looking for. However, I would split my programs up into a) idea processing tools b) information management and analysis c) Information presentation. Obviously with many overlaps, but in general I prefer programs with a clear focus that do one or two things extremely well, rather than trying to do a bit of everything badly.

2. Simplicity and elegance. Complicated to explain this one, as it isn’t necessarily “ease of use” Some programs I find just too complex to use. An example of this would be a program that has few or no keystokes and you are forced to go through several layers of menus to do simple tasks. Or you need about four rows of toolbar icons. I need to feel comfortable with a program.

3. Integration. I prefer not to enter data twice, and ideally there should be full synchronisation, but I am happy to import/export as long as it works properly.

Having said all that, I’m still not sure if I can answer your question without a great deal of thought.

Graham

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