I want to set my Mother up with genealogy software and arrange it so that she can do research online. What is the best software and online services? Any suggestions or further advice?
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I've used four software programs so far and the best that I prefer is Family Tree Legends by Pearl Street Software. It is an easy to use program, economical and has automatic uploading of the tree to Pearl Sts. Database which is a good way to store info as a backup in case of a crash.
At start I'd use websites like USGenWeb, Cyndi's List before getting into anything as expensive as Ancestry(yes I have it but it is expensive). As far as Census goes if you have an LDS Family History Center near you you can look at Census microfilms there.
Best software: Family Tree Maker
Best on-line service: http://www.rootsweb.com/
rootsweb is free.
Family Tree Maker 2006 is probably the most user friendly software that I could recommend. Most of the people in my genealogcial society use this program.
Also, you might also consider getting a program called GenSmarts. This aynalizes your genealogical file and makes suggestions on where to look based on information in your file.
You can also access Ellis Island records on line. Give you ship manifests, passenger lists, dates, place or origin. Very interesting and informative.