Genealogy software for Mac computers sure have come a long way in the last several years. I am surprised to see the variety that is now available when just a few years ago there were maybe one or two choices.
Years ago, my first PC Genealogy software program was Family Tree Maker, which I enjoyed. A few years later I added Legacy Family Tree which I still use.
When my husband suggested I switch to a Mac computer I realized that all the software I owned including my precious Genealogy software would not work on this wonderful piece of technology.
Well, rock my world it did since I tend to ascribe to "If it is not broken, don’t fix it.” In addition the 'dreaded learning curve' was set in motion as I threw myself into gear to learn how to use this brand new system in which I had to admit ran pretty darn good.
So at this point I started my research to replace what I currently owned. I became discouraged as I quickly realized there were few choices in software programs for Macs in general and even fewer for a specialized product such as genealogy software.
That was many years ago... my, how times have changed.
I eventually found a good Genealogy software that works very well since I spend most of my time on the computer on the Mac side.
I will say, I still enjoy my Legacy software on the PC side and yes, I still have my original Family Tree Maker as well which I keep as backup.
It was difficult to decide a primary program for all my new information, but I quickly realized that multiple locations would become difficult at best as far as efficiency and productivity in locating information.
At this point, FTM has a Mac version and I recently heard that Legacy may be coming out with their version at some point in the near future.
Hope this is helpful if you are trying to decide on a new program.
Copyright © 2012 Marilyn Poole /The Genealogy Gap
