about 14 to 16 years ago I bought EQ2, THEN I bought my first ever computer! LOL did not even know how to turn on or off a computer. had to learn how to use the computer, then learned how to use EQ2, and I have up graded each time up to EQ6, I have yet to get up grade to 7, but you can bet I sure will! I also got the block base and a couple of the stashs, I LOVE EQ, and each one is better than the last. Now I use it to design all my quilts. Makes it so handy also to just find out id you have enough of each of your chosen fabrics on hand to do the quilt, or if you will have to make adjustments befor you start. Sure saves me lots od "oh snerts I ran out of fabric!" moments. I know ahead of time if what I have is enough or not, befor I ever make my first cut,into real fabric. For me it has been worth every cent! Would not give mine up for anything. First tool I use in making a new quilt.