Managing Money With Linux Apps

lisah writes, "As part of a series of special reports this week, Linux.com is reviewing several ways to manage your money using Linux apps. First up is a review of GnuCash 2.0, a personal and small business accounting package. Though it has a bit of a learning curve, the reviewer says the application is 'stable and robust' and an upgrade from previous versions is well worth it for the program's new features and improved online banking support." Linux.com and Slashdot are both part of OSTG.

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I quit using GnuCash

[gosand]

I used to use GnuCash a couple of years ago, but I just quit using it. It was a PITA. It couldn't import my online bank statements, and the hassle just became too great. My wife took over handling the finances when we had our first child because she stayed home, and she bought Quicken. According to her, it has been hassle-free, apart from the forced upgrade. So why would I switch? That is the key here - we have something that works, that did cost money but gave good value for the money, and continues to work. So why change that? GnuCash couldn't meet our needs when we decided to use software to manage our finances, so we went with something that could. THAT is one of the reasons that OSS will have a hard time cracking into the mainstream, it takes a long time to properly fill a niche. Note the word "properly". With commercial software, they take the time to design and make a product usable BEFORE launching it to customers. I fully understand and can appreciate the way OSS works, but I am also practical enough to go with what works.