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@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ Version 2.0.9 -- the "Nobody expects the Spanish inquisition!" release
 * Numerous web generator improvements.
 * GEDCOM import supports forward-referencing named notes.
 * User manual updates.
-* New Checkpoing tool plugin.
+* New Checkpoint tool plugin.
 * Support for running tools from command line.
 * Persistent options for tools, as applicable.
 * Export patronymic names into GEDCOM.