This software actually works… BUT… There are a few things you need to be aware of. First, you need a good headset. It doesnt necessarily need to be an expensive one, but a good one. I like Plantronics, myself. This does NOT work well with a built-in microphone. Second, you need to speak CLEARLY. If you mumble a lot. .. . if you say um a lot… . if you have a thick accent… .

I’m very happy with Quicken 2012. The layout is good and easy to understand. Tips and tutorials are helpful. Downloading transactions from my bank is easy. I like the reports, the way the pie charts and other charts are so helpful in seeing where your money is going. This is my first update in several years. There have definitely been a lot of improvements and enhanced features.

The built in cable is just the right size. The hub works like a charm. After fussing with a USB 1.0 hub for a few months, this 2.0 hub is definitely a plus for any travel bag.

The built in cable is just the right size. The hub works like a charm. After fussing with a USB 1.0 hub for a few months, this 2.0 hub is definitely a plus for any travel bag.

The built in cable is just the right size. The hub works like a charm. After fussing with a USB 1.0 hub for a few months, this 2.0 hub is definitely a plus for any travel bag.

The built in cable is just the right size. The hub works like a charm. After fussing with a USB 1.0 hub for a few months, this 2.0 hub is definitely a plus for any travel bag.

The built in cable is just the right size. The hub works like a charm. After fussing with a USB 1.0 hub for a few months, this 2.0 hub is definitely a plus for any travel bag.

There is a widespread problem with EXTREMELY slow wireless networking on this release. Download rates may not even reach 10 % of what other operating systems can provide. Many users also report slow wired networking. Canonical has basically blown this problem off, apparently you’re supposed to go to the Ubuntu forums and dig through the huge mound of material there, and spend your free time solving their problems. Unfortunately, this is just more proof that Ubuntu and Linux are just not ready for prime time.

There is a widespread problem with EXTREMELY slow wireless networking on this release. Download rates may not even reach 10 % of what other operating systems can provide. Many users also report slow wired networking. Canonical has basically blown this problem off, apparently you’re supposed to go to the Ubuntu forums and dig through the huge mound of material there, and spend your free time solving their problems. Unfortunately, this is just more proof that Ubuntu and Linux are just not ready for prime time.

Good product - but I paid too much for it at Amazon.com. If I’d have waited another week or so - stores like Best Buy, Circuit City, Staples, etc. had the same product for considerably less with mail-in rebate offers.