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"Excellent program."
Version: Freeplane 1.1.3
Pros
The program is very deep with features. It runs very fast and efficiently. The file size is small.
It compares very favorable with the other mindmap programs in almost every respect. It is superior in several respects.
There is no reason to purchase a mindmap program for hundreds of dollars when this is a really good even superior alternative.Cons
The learning curve is a little steeper probably than the alternatives, but it is not bad. Once the features are learned they are very easy and efficiently invoked.
The only thing missing of significance is file attachments. However, I have grown to believe that file attachments generally are not a good idea. It is better to keep files elsewhere and use some type of linking. File attachments just make mindmap file sizes too big. Besides, it is better to have the files in the normal file structure (or a file archiving system such as EverNote) so the files can be used more easily including for example by file indexing programs such as DTSearch. I have put most files in Evernote and it is very easy to create a link to the file in Evernote (there are several effective ways to do this).Summary
This program can literally bs used to map one's mind. All one's thoughts and information can be organized within it. I highly recommend it, and I hope they keep improving it.
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"a very good resource"
Version: Freeplane 1.1.3
Pros
Provides many design and organisational options.
Cons
A significant learning curve.
Summary
Great product. Comprehensive, not overly difficult to learn. At some point may become more intuitive for the average user.
A good program. Learning curve a bit steep for beginners though.
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"Unable to get it to run"
Version: Freeplane 1.1.3
Pros
Since I couldn't get it to run, I'm unable to comment on its features or "pros"
Cons
Installed on my Windows XP, but would not run. This is only one of many bugs and problems posted on the software site. May be a good program, but how can one tell if it doesn't run?
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"Straight forward mind mapper."
Version: Freeplane 1.1.3
Pros
Easy to learn and use.
Cons
Paper is quicker.
Summary
Its worth a try!
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"Incredibly powerful, flexible and versatile software"
Version: Freeplane 1.1.3
Pros
I use the alpha preview version (very stable)
easy styling options, formula system that allow Excel-like spreadsheet capabilities, powerful filtering system, added flexibility by using groovy scripts, and more !
Development team looks very active.Cons
not many cons :
- I would like to see more flexibility in the positioning of nodes.
- Probably will need a way to collaborate on maps in the near future.
- documentation might be more complete, notably for scriptsSummary
Looks so powerful that I intend to use this tool for project management, training, and GTD implementation.
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