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Downloads and Internet Links of Interest
Several people have asked about sites to provide On-line backup. But how can you know which site is worth sending your data to, and which fits best into how you work and play? Lifepacker.com has put together a spreadsheet comparison of the online storage sites of those that have stood the test of time, to help you out. Make sure you read about the sites security and their backup measures as well!
Looking for hosted QuickBooks Providers? SaaS for QuickBooks providers increasing. Here are three potential solutions to QuickBooks offered over the Internet as a complete service
1) Right Networks http://www.rightnetworks.com/
2) In Sync http://www.insynq.com/
3) Real Time Data Systems http://www.myrealdata.com/ (NMGI Preferred Provider)
QuickBooks Company File - Database Element Dictionary
QuickBooks consultant, Chuck Vigeant, of consulting firm Accountigrate, created an interactive model of all the tables and associated fields in QuickBooks so we would know what each meant and where it came from. Chuck worked closely with Intuit in developing its ODBC SDK and the relationship between FLEXquarters and Intuit. If you are a QuickBooks user and using ODBC to access data directly from your company file you will want to access the table information from http://doc.qodbc.com/qodbc/Qodbc_20_us.html. Start with ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF ALL TABLES to see all the data that is available to you.
Windows Vista Tools, Tips and Tricks - RSS Feed
Ron Barrett, publishes his Blog at Network World and is president of RARE-TECH, an IT Training and consulting company. He has been a technology professional for over a decade, working for several major financial firms and dotcoms. Barrett is a specialist in network infrastructure, security and IT management. Mostly, I really enjoy his Blog and am jealous that I don't have more time to find really cool stuff on the web. Here is the link to Ron's A Better Windows World Tools Library, which is worth a look. Ron does a very nice job.
Free Magnifying Glass Tool
During my seminars, I used this great Magnifying Glass tool to help those in the back of the room see information displayed. You can download this free tool here Magnifying Glass Software.
Software to help you manage your technology for free!
Do you know what applications are installed on all your computers? Do you have records for insurance purposes, or in case of a disaster? You can use either of these great free tools (or upgrade to the pay-to-use version) to get the job done: System Analysis Tool (Belarc) or WinAudit Tool to analyze your computer. I recommend every business with a network or more than fifteen users implement a Help desk to track problems and better manage the technology in your office. Here is free software to help you get started SysAid Help Desk Software (free). If you are a larger business and looking for a tool to monitor network attached workstations, printers and so forth, perhaps this free network monitoring tool from Spiceworks is just what you need: Spiceworks Network Management Software (free). Finally, in my consulting practice, I often find that people do not have proper power protection for their workstations and servers. This free tool from APC may help you get it right: UPS/Power Selection tool (APC).
If you are moving from Office 97-2003 to Office 2007, you have experienced the new Ribbon toolbar. If not... you will. Here are a few resources to help you make the migration!
Excel 2003 - 2007 Interactive Command Reference Guide.
Get Started Tab for Excel 2007 from Microsoft
RibbonxCustomizer to add 2003 toolbar to Office 2007
We are all going virtual and there are darn good reasons to do so. If you attended one of my lectures or read one of my articles, here are the links to download free Virtual Server and Workstation software to get you started.
Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 R2
VMWare Virtual Machine Download
Protecting your data is critical, so visit sites like PGP, www.pgp.com or Truecrypt and learn more. True Crypt also offers free software to help you protect yourself at www.truecrypt.org.
The following are links to other sites which I moderate that offer valuable information to help you manage your technology better.
Information and Help for Electronic Content Management
Information on Accounting Software Selection and Implementation
K2 Instructor Mac McClelland developed these Tic marks to use as Custom Stamps in Adobe Acrobat. Use and enjoy as a gift from Mac, download the tickmark folder.
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