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Real Name:James McKenzie 
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Apple Mac OS X
Nov 4 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  worst apple system release in years.

Rolled this out now on six machines and never had software crashing that frequently from iPhoto, Freeway, Photoshop etc.

I was really happy when apple said no new features but stability and usability improvements :-)

I wonder what apple did over the past year??? Leopard is more stable then SN   
(Version 10.6.1)

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Interarchy
Oct 27 2009

FRODO_LIFE  constantly crashes under SL when right clicking on a file on server  
(Version 9.0.1)

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Postbox
Oct 27 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  If it just would work. Tried this now for the second time but can not get it to connect to my gmail Imap account.

no problems doing the same with apple mail

so $49 for something which does not work........

good potential would probably buy if I could get it to work even though it's quite expensive considering mail is free  
(Version 1.0.2)

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Postbox
Oct 27 2009

SJK  Have you contacted the developer directly for support?  
(Version 1.0.2)

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Optimism
Oct 25 2009
****.

FRODO_LIFE  good app but would suggest two things:

1. iPhone app so you can track and enter data when not at home

2. Long term reports for more then 64 days

3. More options to customise and show stats you need i.e disable medication etc  
(Version 2.9.7)

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RAGE Sitemap Automator
Oct 24 2009

FRODO_LIFE  auto update does not work, seems to download something but does not replace application with new version nor does it tells you where it downloaded update to  
(Version 2.2.1)

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RAGE Sitemap Automator
Oct 29 2009

PLEVINE  Hi,

It downloads a disk image that is downloaded to the same folder as your Sitemap Automator application. The disk image is mounted and should appear on your screen automatically so all you have to do is drag it to your Applications folder, replacing the current version you have.

Please make sure the current version you have installed is not running when you install the new version.  
(Version 2.2.2)

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Dropbox
Oct 13 2009

FRODO_LIFE  biggest draw back is that you can not schedule when it backs up to take advantage of you off peak time.

This really needs to be implemented, otherwise great product  
(Version 0.6.570)

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Cyberduck
Oct 9 2009

FRODO_LIFE  Really like Cyberduck but 3 things preventing me from donating and making it my preferred FTP client:

1. No way to choose my preferred text editor like Coda

2. Bookmarks (address book is missing can only be accessed via drop down menu no way to import bookmarks from YummyFTP, Captain etc

3. Ability to unpack zip files on server  
(Version 3.3b4)

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Postbox
Oct 6 2009

FRODO_LIFE  installed on 8core Intel MacPro SL imported accounts from mail but when entering passwords for email accounts Postbox freezes and you can click cancel or ok as much as you want but window remains open and unresponsive.  
(Version 1.0.1)

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Postbox
Oct 8 2009

DTRUETT1  Had the exact same problem. Also didn't import my Cox POP folders stored locally on my Mac. No Email tech support. No phone number to call. You have to post in a discussion forum and hope that someone from yazsoft answers. I want to get the program, but if they can't even answer a question about POP accounts...  
(Version 1.0.1)

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DYMO Labelwriter
Oct 3 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  SL compatibility - do not install when running SL crashes immediately

Process: DYMO Label [682]

Path: /Applications/DYMO Label/DYMO Label.app/Contents/MacOS/DYMO Label

Identifier: com.dymo.dls

Version: ??? (???)

Code Type: X86 (Native)

Parent Process: launchd [135]

Date/Time: 2009-10-04 11:52:48.354 +1100

OS Version: Mac OS X 10.6.1 (10B504)

Report Version: 6

Interval Since Last Report: 264890 sec

Crashes Since Last Report: 6

Per-App Crashes Since Last Report: 3

Anonymous UUID: 63EE6D8D-5B54-4F79-B8E1-DDF363E1CD26  
(Version 8.2)

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Apple Mac OS X
Sep 10 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  where are the improvements and stability fixes

Slow (on Intel 8 core, 10 MB RAM)

Application still Crash like apple mail

Finder still crap no improvements there  
(Version 10.6.1)

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Apple Mac OS X
Sep 10 2009

MACTECHHEAD  Holy crap, how the hell do you even get your Mac to start with with 10 megabytes?

I think you might want to sell your Mac and get a Commodore 64 instead!  
(Version 10.6.1)

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Apple Mac OS X
Sep 10 2009

ST00P!D M0NK3Y  #1 - You're obviously a troll due to your 10MB of RAM comment.

#2 - LOL @ the 10MB of RAM comment

#3 - Go away.

=]  
(Version 10.6.1)

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Plex
Aug 28 2009

FRODO_LIFE  be aware does not work with Snow Leopard yet, actually crashes my MacMini when used under 10.6 together with apple remote  
(Version 0.8.2)

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Acquisition
Aug 24 2009

FRODO_LIFE  same problem here bought Acquisition with a lifetime upgrade feature but my serial number does not work and so far no response to my 3 emails sent  
(Version 2.1v210)

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SnapFlow
Aug 8 2009

FRODO_LIFE  Aquafadas does create good software but unfortunately always overpriced  
(Version 1.0)

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Captain FTP
Jul 1 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  great software unfortunately crashes a bit to often when doing big uploads with many files hence ony 3 stars  
(Version 6.1 (090514))

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NetShade
May 12 2009

FRODO_LIFE  exactly what I need but after all the negative comments I rather not buy  
(Version 3.3.4)

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ExpanDrive
May 5 2009

FRODO_LIFE  using latest version of PathFinder 5.1.1 and have devices are turned on in the side bar as i see all my other shared volumes when mounted.   
(Version 2.0.1)

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ExpanDrive
May 5 2009

FRODO_LIFE  using latest version of PathFinder 5.1.1 and have devices are turned on in the side bar as i see all my other shared volumes when mounted.  
(Version 2.0.1)

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ExpanDrive
May 3 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  does not seem to work, especially with PathFinder.

Installed software and created FTP log in but when I double click on it the drive is not mounted in finder however it's mounted in PathFinder but PF comes up with error message

There is no application available to open the document "directory"

so unfortunately pretty useless pity as I like the idea  
(Version 2.0.1)

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ExpanDrive
May 5 2009

HEMANCUSO  Sorry about the trouble. What version of path finder are you using?  
(Version 2.0.1)

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ExpanDrive
May 5 2009

DONPERREAULT  Maybe you have devices turned off in the sidebar preferences.  
(Version 2.0.1)

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ExpanDrive
May 5 2009

FRODO_LIFE  using latest version of PathFinder 5.1.1 and have devices are turned on in the side bar as i see all my other shared volumes when mounted.   
(Version 2.0.1)

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xvidEncoder
Apr 3 2009

FRODO_LIFE  why would I use this over Perian?  
(Version 1.0)

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xvidEncoder
Apr 4 2009

JPSCHUCK  This is an encoder, Perian is a decoder.  
(Version 1.0)

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MacHider
Feb 27 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  agree with previous reviewer but on top of that it's also very easy to corrupt the folder and loose it.

Just had this happen to me and it took me a while to recover files with a different method as the recovery tool in MacHider always crashed.

So I say stay away if you love your files  
(Version 1.1)

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Path Finder
Feb 19 2009

FRODO_LIFE  5.0.8 does not open any disk images always comes up with an error message and hence stuffs any software updates which are updated trough an update engine.

when will this be fixed.

Otherwise good software but have to agree a bit on the slow site.  
(Version 5.0.8)

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Captain FTP
Feb 11 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  used to be my favourite FTP client unfortunately version 6x is not usable due to constant hangs.

reported several crash logs but never got a response from support  
(Version 6.0023)

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Apple iLife
Jan 28 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  hm face recognition is pretty average and very unreliable comes up with many wrong faces even after training 100 pics or so.

Also for people with bigger libraries it's a lot of work the tag the faces and pics.

took some shoots with my Iphone and pictures taken in the same office give two quite different geo tag addresses.

in my opinion not worth buying the update.  
(Version 09)

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Apple iWork 09
Jan 24 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  Focusing on pages here to.

very nice update actually for the first time started and finished a project in pages.

However PDF exports quality is lousy the PDF's don't look half as good as if I export a inDesign documents.

the text is not really smooth doesn't matter what font I choose.

It also seems odd that I cant have different columns on different pages on the same document (at least could not figure out how to do it)  
(Version 09)

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G-Force
Jan 23 2009
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FRODO_LIFE  agree with last review, cool thing and I actually used to own it but update fees and purchase fees are to high for a screen saver/visualiser so haven't used it for a while.  
(Version 3.9)

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G-Force
Aug 6 2009

MMUECK  Agreed - $150/decade (plus the cost of the app) is just too much for an iTunes visualizer. I let my subscription go after a couple years. These guys are way too greedy...  
(Version 3.9.2)

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G-Force
Aug 6 2009

DA-LA  I totally agree, it's way too much money for a visualizer. I also bought the Platinum version a couple of years ago but let it expire due to their insane pricing.  
(Version 3.9.2)

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iDrive
Jan 14 2009

FRODO_LIFE  no private key for Mac only for windows so all your date is accessible by the iDrive staff on the server  
(Version 1.2.4)

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FormLoom
Dec 30 2008

FRODO_LIFE  good idea but there is no manual, help files or any other information how to set this up so it's pretty useless  
(Version 1.0b8)

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Transmit
Nov 24 2008

FRODO_LIFE  Transmit 3.6.7 comes up with this message

Transmit 3.6.6 fixes two minor issues in 3.6.5, including a potential bug with .Mac Sync. This update is recommended for all users, and is free for Transmit 3 owners. To upgrade, download the new version and replace your existing copy with it.

Would you like to download the new version?  
(Version 3.6.7)

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Transmit
Nov 25 2008

TIM.DEHRING  The error has since been fixed.  
(Version 3.6.7)

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Transmit
Nov 24 2008
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FRODO_LIFE  good FTP client if it would not delete your files.

Transmit has the habit to first delete a folder on your server and then replaces it which made me lose all my shopping cart settings.

Say you need to update your cart and replace the folder admin I delete the config.php file from my updated folder and then drag the folder which does not contain the config.php file on my server so what does transmit do it deletes the whole folder on my server and replaces it with my new one without the config.php file.

Any other FTP client I have used like Captain, Yummy, Cyberduck will only replace the existing files but will not delete the whole folder first which also deletes your config file.

So be very aware.  
(Version 3.6.7)

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Transmit
Nov 25 2008

TEXINICK  I can understand your frustration... the same thing happened to me. Upon further inspection though, when you upload a folder, you are given the option to Replace or Merge. Choosing Merge will do what you want.

I just uploaded an update to Joomla, and even though I chose Merge, I was then asked for every file whether I wanted to Resume/Replace etc. I had selected Apply To All, and clicked Replace, and still I kept getting asked the same question for each file.

So it WILL overwrite the changed files and retain the rest of the folder, but the problem with Transmit, for me, is that you are given too many prompts. You are in danger of hitting the return button, or mouse button, on an incorrect button just because you are going through the motions for each file. If I select "Apple To All', and then click the Replace button, I don't want to see that prompt again.  
(Version 3.6.7)

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Invoice
Nov 3 2008
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FRODO_LIFE  I had a chance to work a bit more with the software and hence updated my previous review from 2 to 4 stars.

To receive 5 stars the software would need the ability to send invoices via email straight out of Invoice3, needs to polish the UI, have a better manual and the price would need to be dropped to below $100.

The developer is very responsive and attends matter very quickly.  
(Version 3.0.6pre1)

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Invoice
Nov 3 2008

FRODO_LIFE  Yes I have to agree the developer is very quick to respond and fixed the issue within hours, I also got to use the software a bit more now and think it's a good piece of software and does the job.

What I would still need is the ability to email invoices from Invoice3 directly as this is a big draw back.

Also I bought it as part of a bundle for $59 or so and that is a fair price over $100 I think is still a bit steep.  
(Version 3.0.6pre1)

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OmniWeb
Oct 1 2008
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FRODO_LIFE  it's getting usable, I bough omni web over a year ago but realised quickly that it was not ready for prime time and stopped using it.

I just downloaded latest version and this one is working actually quite well.

However it uses consistently around 90% of my quad G5 processors just by running in the background with 6 tabs open. In comparison Firefox uses 12% with 10 tabs open.  
(Version 5.8)

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MyPopBarrier
Sep 28 2008

FRODO_LIFE  works ok for me on Intel Mac Pro.

Two things are missing in my book to make it an excellent program:

1. Column with the send date

2. The ability to have each account in a separate window

But thanks developer for putting the effort in and making it free.  
(Version 2.5)

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SUNRISE Contacts 2009
Sep 16 2008

FRODO_LIFE  yes would also pay reasonable fee for good CRM but the UI is shocking so please create something with a decent mac UI and the features of ACT and I will buy ASAP.  
(Version 1.8.3)

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SUNRISE Contacts 2009
Sep 17 2008

SUNRISE  Thank you for briefly reviewing SUNRISE Contacts 2008.

It seems after listening to your comments that compared to other address books made with FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Access and even some commercial CRMs by other developers, that our UI design is basically at the bottom of the pack. This certainly differs markedly from comments by other users who have been pleased with the UI design. At any rate, we will endeavour to improve the product to meet any requirements or suggestions you have.

For example, you mentioned the Mac UI and how you would like any Mac software product to conform to Mac UI principles.

Without trying to justify our UI design, we strongly encourage you to send us specific details of areas in our UI design that you would like to see different. In fact, if you give us enough information (with examples) and the reasons are valid and sensible, we will be happy not only to make those changes, but we would be willing to give you a full working version of the product to keep if you like.

If we don't hear from you again, thanks for at least downloading and looking at our product, even if the UI design does not quite meet your needs at this moment in time.  
(Version 1.8.3)

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VueScan
May 25 2008
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FRODO_LIFE  Where is the auto update feature?????

Constant updates but no auto update or version check in software that is so 1990

otherwise good software  
(Version 8.4.72)

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VueScan
Nov 5 2008

XYPHER  I'll second that, it would sure beat having to navigate to the web site every few weeks.   
(Version 8.4.94)

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Apple Mac OS X
Feb 11 2008

FRODO_LIFE  quite some problems after updating my Quad G5. System is much slower and unresponsive, Linotype Font Explorer crashes the system, right after update Entourage 2008 tells me my my data base is corrupted  
(Version 10.5.2)

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Apple Mac OS X
Feb 12 2008

OSCAR74  Disable Linotype until they release an update. There's an incompatibility between it and 10.5.2.  
(Version 10.5.2)

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Apple Mac OS X
Feb 12 2008

KOBALT  yeh, hello! disabling fontxplorer may be easy if you use your mac for game playing, but anyone who uses it for work involving type is currently royally scr*wed ... i know there are other apps available, but who's going to lay down US$100 or more for an app they don't really want to use while they're waiting for an app they can't live without to be updated? and, of course, there is no guarantee that things like suitcase will work ... haven't heard anything about it, but that's not quite the same as 'all's peachy in the suitcase garden', is it?

anyway, enough rant ... this is a major hassle for many people and i hope to high heavens that whoever is responsible will sort it out *real* fast ... meanwhile, i'll just spend the night re-installing 10.5.1, i guess }:-(  
(Version 10.5.2)

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Apple Mac OS X
Feb 12 2008

OSCAR74  There. Linotype was just updated to address the incompatibility with 10.5.2. Now you can get back to work. :)  
(Version 10.5.2)

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BannerZest Pro
Jan 28 2008

FRODO_LIFE  Banner Zest is a good software however the price is ridiculous $129 for the pro version is close to extortion.

Excellent Software like Rapid Weaver cost $49.95 and I would say is far more complex to program.

If the software would have reasonable price around $59 for the pro version I would buy but again $129 is ridicules.  
(Version 1.0b9)

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OmniWeb
Jan 1 2008
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FRODO_LIFE  I bought omni web after reading good reviews about it however after using it for two weeks I deleted it again from my HD for the following reason:

Unstable it crashes the most from all web browser I use (Navigator, Camino, Safari, Firefox)

Memory Hog: it uses a ridiculous amount of memory in comparison to other browsers

Compatibility: Many web site like Pleask Control Panel, Etrade, Westpac, Gmail are renders very badly or don't work at all.

Tab Implementation: needs a lot of mouse movement to switch tabs not very user friendly especially on 30" screen  
(Version 5.6)

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Acquisition
Dec 19 2007
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FRODO_LIFE  bought this sometime in 2005 with lifetime update.

Downloaded version 2 but serial did not work.

Emailed developer with my order number etc and asked for a new serial or how to update.

his response was a link to previous version nothing more no explanation not a single word.

he has not responded to any further email asking for clarification.

DO NOT SUPPORT THIS DEVELOPER WORST ONE I CAME ACROSS IN MY 20 YEARS OF MAC  
(Version 2.0v206)

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XMIND
Dec 19 2007
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FRODO_LIFE  Loaded xmind which took ages then entered my BU password which did not work, the java interface I saw in demo was slow and ugly uninstalled xmind.

wast of time and money  
(Version 2.1)

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Freeway Pro
Apr 8 2006

FRODO_LIFE  lucky you then, working with FW for about 5 years now and with Apple Mac for about 15 years an FW 4 is one of the worst pieces of software I have seen during that time. I stopped counting bugs when I reached 100 and if there would be a collection of work arounds to circumvent bugs, inconsistencies or just bad GUI design it would be as comprehensive as the (missing) proper manual. But I guess it comes down what you expect from software if you have a lot of time, don’t mind frequently contacting support or the ridiculous mailing list forum where you cant search, don’t mind a often very user unfriendly GUI with little regard for usability, have no FW3 projects to upgrade and don’t make your living with web design and work on a single project then you might be not put of that much with FW. But that’s not me… So for the time being FW lost me.. Unfortunately, it could be such a great program  
(Version 4.1.2)

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Freeway Pro
Apr 7 2006

FRODO_LIFE  just se a list of last bug fix list and you see how many problems exits. There are still many more bug fixes to come for this beta version. i'm back to 3.5 which at least worked well.  
(Version 4.1.2)

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Freeway Pro
Apr 7 2006
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FRODO_LIFE  Freeway 4.1.2 is everything but Flawless.

I’m a freeway user for several years and FW 4 is the worst pieces of software I have seen been released by any software developer. It is ridden with bugs and inconsistencies and very unstable.

And this all after taking 3 years time to develop version 4

Ridicules

wait for version 4.9 ot buy version 3.5 which was excellent for the time.  
(Version 4.1.2)

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Freeway Pro
Apr 7 2006

FRODO_LIFE  Flawless????????????????

I don’t know which product you are reviewing but FW 4.1.2 is everything but Flawless.

I’m a freeway user for several years and FW 4 is one of the worst pieces of software I have seen

Been released by any software developer. It is ridden with bugs and inconsistencies and very unstable.

And this all after taking 3 years time to develop version 4

Ridicules   
(Version 4.1.2)

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