Microsoft has long dominated the office software market. But the computer giant is now feeling threatened by alternative programs that target entrepreneurs and small business.

So Microsoft is experimenting with a $70 annual subscription service that's being sold at major electronics retailers. Customers will receive any new versions of Office for free during the year.

Google also offers its own office suite that's similar to Microsoft. Then there's also the free Star Office option. Clark has used Star Office for years and never had a problem with opening a Microsoft Word document. Why pay money for something that's available for free?

One final thought: If you're still using Internet Explore as your web browser, Clark encourage you to take a look at Firefox 3.0. Most tech reviewers think it's a clearly superior browser.