Google Docs has been criticized lately regarding downtime- a legitimate concern for corporate customers. Since I'm not a corporate account and it's been there (mostly) whenever I need it, I still think Google Docs is a great alternative to expensive software packages.

One of the best things about Google Docs is the large user community, and I'm constantly hearing about new and innovative uses for Google Docs. Like the article below that steps you through blogging a live event using Google Docs.