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CNET editors' picks for software
By Christopher Null and Bonnie Cha (updated September 10, 2004)

Most new PCs for home and small business come with a good assortment of software, so if you've upgraded recently, you probably have the basics covered. But there's a whole world of software out there, from office suites to graphics and publishing programs to accounting applications, that can help you operate more efficiently and look better doing it. The best news: you don't need to spend a lot of money to get powerful, sophisticated software. Here are some of our top picks.

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Small-business software essentials
Nearly all new PCs come with a productivity suite, but not necessarily with the one you want.
Microsoft Office System Microsoft Office System
Businesses will love the Outlook enhancements and the integrated XML.
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Applications that will polish your image
In business, it really is more important to look good than to feel good. These programs for image editing and illustration, desktop publishing, and Web site design can make your mom-and-pop shop look Fortune 500 without spending, well, a fortune.
Macromedia Dreamweaver MX 2004 Macromedia Dreamweaver MX 2004
The latest and greatest in Web site development.
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Programs for keeping the books
A good accounting program is a necessity for any small business. Personal finance programs such as Quicken and Money come in versions that can handle home-based or basic bookkeeping, but larger businesses will want a true accounting package.
Intuit QuickBooks Pro 2004 Intuit QuickBooks Pro 2004
The best small-business accounting app two years running.
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