The first runner-up in this year's Product of the Year competition comes from the computers and software category. Simutech Multimedia, Inc.'s Troubleshooting Skills Series V4 software is a simulation-based troubleshooting training system that helps users develop skills for troubleshooting a variety of electrical circuits and equipment. From basic electrical circuits to control and motor circuits, the series teaches a proven troubleshooting process, providing “hands-on” training on a range of realistic electrical simulations. According to the company, each component in the simulation is designed to work like a real one.