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Subject: Re: [GENBOX] Family Tree Magazine on Software
Date: Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:17:57 +0000

Hi Andre,

I have heard of no "roadmap" as to definitely when or containing what for v4. Since beta testers are typically restricted from making comments, there would be nothing from that end either.

As to the "why" little information about an upcoming release is available, typically that is because little is definite about a new software release until the end. Getting new features to work correctly without interfering with current features, cleaning up bugs, and more is happening. I have worked in Silicon Valley's computer industry for 24 years now, writing customer documentation. The last major release at the company where I work add major features in each of the last three builds for the six software applications. For example, a complete reporting system was added to the final build. Sort of makes it difficult to include information about those features in online help when the final help file must also be in that last build and the data is not available until the build occurs.

Currently three genealogy applications, Genbox, Legacy, and TMG (in alphabetical order) all seem to be working toward a release, perhaps by the end of the current year. And, there is little information about what will actually be included in each.

Best,

Denise

-------------- Original message --------------
From: "Andre Switala" <>

> Talking about about v4 - is there a road map for this to happen? Or
> any list of planned improvements? Or is it the same as with "the
> other" program, where secrecy is the priority.
>
> A.
>
> On Nov 13, 2007 9:09 AM, Denise L. Moss-Fritch wrote:
> > Good Day Phil,
> >
> > Yes, I've noted the comments from the list of the "Other Program".
> > Interesting, although not as interesting as how long it took my comment to
> > finally post to the Genbox list. Oh well.
> >
> > Like you, I am anxiously awaiting the v4 release although I admit I have had
> > little time to actually do much researching. I keep getting pulled in other
> > directions with my "free time".
> >
> > As for "sticking with us", well check the Forum registrations at
> > ThoughtfulCreations. I am number six on the list, registering in Nov 2002. I
> > have been with Genbox for a bit.
> >
> > Best,
> >
> > Denise
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: [mailto:] On
> > Behalf Of Phil Warn
> > Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 2:26 AM
> > To: ;
> > Subject: Re: [GENBOX] Family Tree Magazine on Software
> >
> > At 22:36 08/11/2007, Denise L. Moss-Fritch wrote:
> >
> > >I just received the January 2008 issue of "Family Tree Magazine" and looked
> > >for their review of Genbox in their software review section. Nothing.
> > >However, checking the online listing at www.familytreemagazine.com/software
> > >I did find their review of Genbox. And, folks the magazine is seeking
> > >comments.
> >
> > Hi Denise,
> >
> > I suppose one major comment is that the review
> > was conducted in 2004. So somewhat out of date.
> > On the other hand, I think it is most favourable
> > and for just 30 USD, the program is a steal, to use an Americanism.!
> >
> > Especially for us Europeans when the dollar is at
> > an all time low ()ish) At more than two USD to
> > the GBP it is a fantastic bargain.
> >
> > The Other Program provoked an outcry on their
> > List especially when the owner, claiming to have
> > posted in error to the List, rather to his Beta
> > testers, brought the review of HIS program to general notice.
> >
> > If you do not want a huge lumbering bear of a
> > program and find GENBOX to be a GREAT program, then stick with us.
> >
> > All we need now, Bil, is the promised Version 4.
> >
> > Mind you, The Other Program at version 6.12.0 is
> > talking about Version 7, probably because of
> > those who have aversion to the number between 12 & 14?.
> >
> > Phil
> > Tongue in cheek, as usual.
> >
> >
> >
> >
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