I've been looking for software I can use as a to-do list and simple project management tracker. I've looked at many freeware, shareware and open source ones, but they are too elaborate or too simple. I know there are web-based services that could help me, but I would prefer to keep all the data on my laptop. Ian Nurser
I suggest you try a free Australian program, Thinking Rock (http://www.thinkingrock.com.au/). This is written in Java and available for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X. Like many organiser programs nowadays, it is based on the ideas in David Allen's book, Getting Things Done. If this one doesn't suit you, the GTD arena has lots of options, and there's a list at Listible (http://www.listible.com/list/gtd-software).
GTD programs are generally simpler and easier to use than project management programs but, as usual, you don't get anything out unless you put a lot in.
