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In 1982, before the release of the IBM PC, Joshua Stein began using a Kaypro II computer to do all his legal work. The articles collected here cover a lot of recent computer history and some practical advice about how lawyers should and shouldn't use computers.

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Strength in Numbering: How to Create Foolproof Section Numbers in Microsoft Word Documents [2018]mail

It's been a frustrating waste of time to create a dependable automatic section numbering system for complex legal documents in Microsoft Word. Fortunately, there's now a reliable solution.
Review of NetDocuments [2016]mail

As a 15-year user of NetDocuments, Joshua Stein evaluates the document management system for his small law firm and discusses why he'll probably stay with the same cloud document software for the rest of his professional life.
How To Move Your Files Away From Paper And Into the 21st Century [2012]mail

Here's a logical structure for maintaining paperless files for a small law practice.
I Was Wrong - Technology Products that I Recommended but Now Don't [2012]mail

Computer and Internet products don't always live up to their expectations or they fail to adapt to rapid changes in technology. Joshua Stein revisits some of his product reviews from two years years ago.
My Technology Nightmare and What I Learned [2012]mail

Sometimes you have to learn the hard way that you can never be too diligent in backing up your computer files. Following the article's suggestions may help you avoid your own technology nightmare.
Enough Email [2011]mail

Perhaps the world is starting to move away from email. And what will come after email?
How Should Real Estate Records Work in the 21st Century? [2011]mail

In today's information age, does it still make sense for the United States to have over 4000 local recording offices? In this article, Joshua Stein suggests replacing them with a single website.
Greatest Hits: My Favorite Software and Websites [2010]mail

The Technolawyer newsletter asked Joshua Stein to identify a dozen or so software packages and websites that he finds particularly useful, but not necessarily well-known. He answered the question in this article.
Delegating the Deluge - Action Codes for Forwarding Email [2006]mail

How to spend more time practicing law and less time as a computer operator.
The Joys of PDF [2005]mail

Converting to PDF may seem like an extra hassle, but the format offers some advantages and neat tricks.
Easy Ways to Misuse Your Computer [2004]mail

The shortcomings of computers, and when and how NOT to use them.
How to Prevent Email Embarrassments, Control the Email Deluge, and Get People to Read the Email You Send [2003]mail

A user's manual for email and how to prevent the problems it can cause.
The Top Ten Do's and Dont's for CLE PowerPoint Presentations [2003]mail

Some suggestions for anyone preparing PowerPoint presentations (for continuing legal education programs or anything else).
When CP/M Powered Real Estate Practices [1998]mail

A double time warp: In 1998, the LAWYERS' PC newsletter interviewed Joshua Stein about his use of computers in legal practice since 1982 (starting with a Kaypro II).
How Computers Made Us Better Lawyers [1987]mail

In 1987, Joshua Stein published an article about how lawyers might be able to use computers at their desks. It is reprinted here for historical interest.
How One Lawyer Uses a Personal Computer on his Desk Instead of a Legal Pad and Dictating Machine [1985]mail

What is now taken for granted in the practice of law was anything but routine in 1985, when Joshua Stein wrote about the incredible powers of a Kaypro II desktop computer.

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