Before computers became popular Todo lists were always created using pen and paper but today many programs exists which enable you to prepare and keep your Todo lists on your computer. Should you use pen and paper Todo lists or should you rather opt for Todo lists software? In this article we are going to discuss your options and the pros and cons of each method so that you can decide which is going to work best for you.
Pen and Paper Todo Lists are Cheaper than Todo Lists Software
This is probably one of the most obvious advantages of pen and paper Todo lists. Generally speaking you will need to pay out something for Todo lists software and this is often more expensive then a simple notebook (which you probably already have) and a pen.
Todo Lists Software is Often More Flexible than Pen and Paper Todo Lists
Although pen and paper Todo lists may be cheaper than Todo lists software. Todo lists software often gives you more flexibility with your Todo list. For example, if you write down a list using pen and paper and then want to prioritize it you will either need to take a new piece of paper or have scrawls all over your page. Todo lists software means that there are no messy marks when making changes and you can change the list as often as necessary and still have a legible list.
Pen and Paper Todo Lists Are More Portable than Todo Lists Software
Pen and paper Todo lists are useful from the point of view that they are very portable, once you have written your Todo list simply fold the piece of paper and put it into your pocket or handbag. Todo lists software is obviously less portable, even though you may have a laptop or even a palm notebook it is still not as easy to carry these around with you as it is to carry a paper.
Todo Lists Software Provides More Features than Pen and Paper Todo Lists
Another benefit of Todo lists software is that it generally provides you with more features than simple pen and paper Todo lists. By using computer programming and the advantages of computers one is able to do a number of things with Todo lists software that one would not be able to do with pen and paper Todo lists, for example, some Todo lists software allow you to set reminders for appointments or other important events, pen and paper Todo lists are only effective in so far as you actually take the time to look at your list.
In conclusion, whether you use pen and paper Todo lists or Todo lists software is really a matter of personal choice. If you feel more comfortable using the traditional and pen and paper Todo lists then go ahead and use them. If you enjoy working with computers and find that you want the flexibility and features of Todo lists software then use this. You may even prefer to use both - create your Todo list using Todo lists software and then once it has been prioritized transfer it to paper so that you have both the computer and pen and paper Todo lists. A Todo list is only as effective as you are in working with it so use what works for you.
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posted @ Wednesday, July 25, 2007 9:23 PM
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