By switching to Linux (my final flavor – Ubuntu 26.04), I’m now using open-source software. Yes, the free stuff. I’m no longer tied to outrageous subscriptions, such as Microsoft 365. Yet, there was one Windows-based program I couldn’t live without – Affinity Suite. It provided me with everything I needed to create not only my books, but those of my clients. It is an indispensable asset in my arsenal. The best software I’ve ever used. But, and there’s always a caveat – a Linux version doesn’t exist at the moment. So, what to do?

As a user of various software products during the last three decades, I am ready to admit my frustration.

What set me off? It all began with Word 365. Don’t get me wrong, it is/was a great program, complete with all the bells and whistles, many of which I employed. It’s performed well for me personally and for work. However, when an aspect of the program continually falls short, it’s time to share my discontent.

I’m talking about READ ALOUD. For me, it’s a helpful tool when I’m writing or editing client books. It helps me fine-tune and enables me to catch mistakes that I may have missed. I came to rely on this feature…

Instead of me trying to explain what a quantum computer is, let’s use the analogies presented in this constructive video in an attempt to explore the science behind this latest, blossoming technology. Journey with Cleo Abram and Marques Brownlee as …

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I’m a patient woman, giving things more than their fair shake. However, today was the day I snapped. “That’s it. You’re outta here,” I declared, and I pulled the plug as the patient lie comatose. Yup, this was the day the Epson was euthanized. So let me tell you the story…