\paperw8325 \margr0\margl0\ATXph0 \plain \fs20 \f1 With the recent release of Micr
osoft Active Statement technology Windows users will be able to download their up-to-the-minute bank statements onto their PC and into Money 97, which is available now. \par
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Active Statement will allow customers with a modem to securely download f
inancial statements from their bankís Internet Web site. The technology will also allow people to reconcile their accounts and categorise transactions automatically. Many banks in the US have been quick to adopt the latest Microsoft technology and UK ban
ks are expected to follow soon, Barclays Bank new online banking initiative with Microsoft Money 97. The service will allow customers to pay bills on their PC, look at their statements and move money around accounts. Other UK banks are known to be workin
g on similar schemes; as soon as we know more, weíll keep you posted.\par