If you are running Windows Vista and accustomed to using a wall or desk calendar to keep track of important dates, bump the traditional calendar in favor of the Windows Calendar. The Windows Calendar has everything you would expect from a calendar program such as recurring events, notifications, etc. Even better, you can subscribe to Internet calendars which use the ICS format.

To open the Windows Calendar:

1. Click the Start Button.
2. Type “calendar” in the Search box.
3. Select Windows Calendar when it appears at the top.

If you are interested in created a “shared” family calendar, this Microsoft article explains exactly how to do it with color coding and everything.

This program really is a great addition to Windows Vista.