OpenOffice

I have had recommendations of http://www.openoffice.org/product/ . This is a free suite which can be used instead of Microsoft Office, including Powerpoint and Word, and apparently the files are compatible with Office files.

Solar Car Battery Charger

I'm both a gadget freak & gadget cynic, but here's a gadget that I think's wonderful. When you have to leave your car for a few weeks at an airport it's remarkably unpleasant to return from your holiday to find your car battery flat. The solar panel has suction pads to fit to your window and leads to clip to your battery.

www.smartsolar.co.uk