There are times when we all have a fantastic idea and a collection of thoughts and plans that we need to put in to place to make this idea happen. For instance, you might believe that you've thought of a business that is the next 'big thing', but you have to convince your bank manager. If you have a load of scribbles on a piece of paper, you're not going to impress anyone quickly. If you can turn your thoughts and ideas in to something more business-like, you might get the money you require.

Freemind 0.9 is a free mind-mapping tool that will enable you to process, manage and place your thoughts and ideas on paper using a collection of thought bubbles and processes. You can see how each element interacts and how you might reach your final destination. Although you probably wouldn't show your map to your bank manager, a number of business people use mind-mapping technology to jot notes from an important meeting.

05 Sep 2007