The standard file format for Genealogical data is one called the
"GEDCOM" format. ( It is a file which has a ".ged"extension ) This is a
highly compressed data format which allows a large amount of data to be
stored in a small file. Some Genealogy programs may be able to use these
files directly, but most of them will convert the Gedcom format to their
own format for easier use. Nancy and I use a commercial program which does
this and much more very well. If you do not have such a program, you need
one to organize your data. If you don't already use one, you can
DOWNLOAD
a copy and it is FREE. It is a slightly smaller
version, but may be all you need for your work. You will be able to download
and use gedcom files from any source, maybe even this one if plans work
out.
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