In a December 2000 edition of this newsletter, I wrote about the Pocket Genealogist, a genealogy program for Windows CE handheld computers. I now keep my genealogy database in my Compaq iPAQ, a computer that slides into my shirt pocket. This was a very useful tool at the recent NGS conference when I was comparing notes with other genealogists, looking for mutual ancestors. You can read my review of the Pocket Genealogist at: www.ancestry.com/library/view/columns/eastman/3097.asp.

Northern Hills Software, producer of the Pocket Genealogist, has now released a major update. For the first time, version 2.0 adds data entry capabilities. Data is entered in the form of "Research Notes." The software is available in two levels: Basic and Advanced. The Advanced version offers the capability of directly importing data from Legacy Family Tree; no GEDCOM files are required. Of course, it still accepts GEDCOM files created by other genealogy programs, as does the Basic version.

The Basic version sells for $20 (U.S. funds), while the Advanced version is $35. A 30-day free trial is available. For more information, or to download the free trial version, go to: www.NorthernHillsSoftware.com.