If you are using Windows 8 or Server 2012 and QuickBooks 2013, you will need to make sure your are on the latest release (at least R4 or later.)
QuickBooks 2013 continues to work with Windows
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Great alternatives to Quickbooks
Are you looking for best alternatives for all your accounting and balancing needs?, then look no further. Here is a list of the best alternatives to Quicken.
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