For all the variety in our lives, when it comes to computing, we all need to do pretty much the same things: compose documents, analyze numbers, and keep track of names, addresses, and the like. That's why the starting point for any home PC is a good "suite," a bundle of basic software such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics programs designed to work together. Most PCs come with simple all-in-one packages, such as Microsoft Works or ClarisWorks. But even moderately sophisticated users may quickly outgrow such programs. High-end bundles, on the other hand, include powerful database programs and development tools most home users don't need. Fortunately, between the extremes are packages that suit typical needs.
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