Monday, July 28, 2014

8 Useful Web Applications

1) Google documents, www.docs.google.com, is document creator and editor software that can be used as an alternative to desktop software. This application enables you to edit content along with other users at the same time. This software is very helpful for group projects, it is also invaluable because it automatically saves your work as you go along, and allows you to access your work from any device.

2) Autocad 360 web app, https://client.autocad360.com/login.html, is a drawing application. It allows you to create, view, edit and share images online. This is particularly useful for drafting layouts for buildings etc.

3) Word online, https://office.live.com/start/Word.aspx?omkt=en-US, can be used as an alternative to Microsoft Word desktop software. It can be used from any device at any time and does not have to be purchased. You can create, edit and view documents through this online software.

4) Excel online, https://office.live.com/start/Excel.aspx?omkt=en-US, is an alternative to Microsoft Excel desktop software. You can use this online software to create, edit and view spreadsheets.

5) Pixlr image editor, http://pixlr.com/editor/, this application offers many tools to edit images online. It is free and easy to use.

6) Photoshop express editor (photo editor), http://www.photoshop.com/tools?wf=editor, is an alternative to Photoshop Desktop Software which is expensive. It is free and offers advanced image editing tools.

7) Gis data explorer, http://www.arcgis.com/explorer/, allows you to combine and share maps. It is very useful for travelers or anyone interested in geography.

8) NGS monument locator, http://www.ngs.noaa.gov/NGSDataExplorer/, is advanced location software that allows you to see detailed information about each location, including flood reports and warnings. 

[Detailed database of the applications along with links can be found at the bottom of this page]. 

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