Ron Bongo here once more to give more insights on business and how you could learn more about open source software.

In the past entries, you have learned how open source software can be beneficial to your business and how it can be a viable alternative to commercially marketed applications. Most people who have encountered using open source applications are familiar with alternative web browsers and office suite applications and may have used these for some time. This time, you could learn more about the open source options and alternatives available that you can apply to every aspect of your business. Prominent names in the industry like Ron Bongo and some others have recognized the power and benefits that these open source alternatives can give.

* Antivirus / Anti-Malware -- viruses and malware are still a plague to someone’s business. Trojans, spyware, and other viruses lurking online can damage thousands of dollars of valuable information and work that your business has already accomplished. There are open source anti-malware applications available that you can use to detect these viruses,the only downside is most of the available applications rely on manual scanning.

* Spreadsheet Applications -- work with numbers with this effective alternative that can handle even large spreadsheets that even scientists or mathematicians would appreciate.

* Document Creator -- the portable document format or PDF has become the premier standard for transferring secured documents between businesses. This alternative can create PDF files, as well as other popular graphical file formats.

* Word Processing -- word processing software is probably the most used application for most users. This alternative provides fast processing features with add-ons like dictionaries, translation,grammar checker and mathematical equation editing that can rival commercial applications.

* Desktop Publishing -- some users need more page lay-outing capabilities than what word processors can deliver.This desktop publishing alternative can provide just that.

* Project Planning -- manage your business plans more effectively with this alternative software that can give you the same power and features than most commercially available applications

* Instant Messaging -- people are sometimes fed up with the inconsistencies and built-in advertising in most commercially available instant messaging applications. This alternative can keep you connected and do what it was primarily intended to - communicate.

* Enterprise Resource Management /Customer Relationship Management -- small businesses can get the same automated management features that large companies enjoy through these open source alternatives.

* Accounting -- Finance management is an important aspect in every business and these accounting alternatives can give your business a boost in this area - without breaking the bank.

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