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Tags in Windows

Hi, I'm a newbie so please excuse me if this quesion is a little basic.

I'm thinking of ways of organising my files more effectively and bridging the gap between computer based files and handwritten notes/workings etc (I work in software development and my work involves quite a lot of math).

Having used tags on sites like Flickr, I think that model would work quite well as an organisational tool in Windows. For example - to group files with 'train of thought' tags rather than by a specific project etc.

Does anyone know of a tool that would facilitate this in windows. I use a Mac most of the time for non-work stuff and utilise smart-folders for grouping similar files. I don't think this is possible in windows though.

Thanks!

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Windows tagging tool

A windows application called TagAndFacet is available on http://www.tagandfacet.com. It is running on windows Vista and Windows XP. It enables users to tag all types of files and folders. It also integrates Outlook email tagging and Internet Explorer tagging. Search capability is integrated for all sources (files, emails and urls).
It is available in pre-release mode for free.

 
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