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10 “Cool Features” in Windows 7

In an effort to undo the damage caused by Vista, the web is becoming saturated with notes and articles promoting some exciting new features available in the forthcoming Windows 7.

Here is another one.

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By AlanBuckwalter – July 6, 2009

Is the Cloud the future of the Internet?

Paradigm shift don’t happen every day, and they are typically not recognized until after they happen. That doesn’t mean people don’t speculate that there is another one coming.

Is Cloud computing one of them? What do you think?
Read “Cloud is Internet’s Next Generation, HP Executive Says”

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By AlanBuckwalter – July 6, 2009

“Busting the Nine Myths of Cloud Computing “

Has all the hype of Cloud Computing caught your attention? Are you considering it for your Business? Do you understand what you are getting yourself into?

Cloud Computing is an exciting new technology model which is catching the attention of Small Business owners as well as CIO’s of major corporations and large enterprises. However, like any new product the value proposition differs based on the goals of the business that will use it. Just because something was a perfect fit for one company doesn’t mean that it will do the same for another.

Have a look at the following as it pertains to Cloud Computing. Read “Busting the Nine Myths of Cloud Computing” and tell us what you think here.

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By AlanBuckwalter – July 6, 2009

Windows 7 on a NetBook could be the magic “touch”

If you have a new smart phone with a touch screen (and possibly no keyboard), you have already experienced a new way of interacting with your mobile device. Now what would you say if you could get the same experience on a Windows computer? Well, Microsoft has already done that with the tabletop computer, but it looks like makers of NetBook computers, those ultra-portable low cost computers are jumping on the bandwagon, and Windows 7 could be the key.

Read more here.
Do you have a NetBook? Would you consider upgrading? Leave your comments here.

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By AlanBuckwalter – July 6, 2009

July Small Business Technology News from Jefric Consulting

July 2009 – Technology is an essential tool for your Small Business and staying current is extremely difficult. Let us help you. Read this month’s newsletter here.

All newsletters can be found here.
Visit the Jefric Consulting website here.

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By AlanBuckwalter – June 30, 2009

Windows 7 upgrade FAQ

This is a nice, quick read that answers many of the most common questions people have been asking lately. Have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions about Windows 7 here.

Are you worried about Windows 7? Have you downloaded the RC (release candidate) and are trying it out? Are you holding off buying a new computer until Windows 7 comes out?

Share your thoughts about Windows 7 here.

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By AlanBuckwalter – June 29, 2009

8 Questions to ask about Cloud Computing

If you are still deciding, have already decided, or are using Cloud Computing this article is for you. Whether you are a small or mid size business or a larger enterprise, these 8 Questions are clearly something you should be asking about Cloud Computing, and in some cases any new business technology that you are considering:

  • Are you sure its secure?
  • What’s your support plan?
  • How is the vendor’s network set up?
  • Why is it slow?
  • How are you charging lines of business for this?
  • Have you tested it?
  • What if it goes out of business?
  • Do you know what you’re doing?

    • If you would like a copy of the article published in InformationWeek, send me an email: alan@jefric.com.

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    By AlanBuckwalter – June 24, 2009

    Business communication – are we really getting more efficient?

    Did you know that:

  • The average information worker gets 51 messages a day in up to 7 different places
  • > 60% of Business phone calls go to Voicemail
  • 67% of Business IM sessions transition to a phone call
  • 50% of the calls workers make, they have to look up the phone number

    • (Source: Microsoft, April 2009)

    All of this in the 133 years since Alexander Graham Bell made his first phone call. (Elisha Gray apparently invented the telephone, but Bell beat him to the patent).

    If you are one of the many businesses struggling with the ever increasing communications and messaging challenge, you probably want to do something about it. Reduce the number of choices, and make use of some new technologies and solutions that import, connect and consolidate the various services together and reduce the confusion.

    Have you encountered this in your company? Post your experience here.

    Visit: the Jefric Consulting Website: http://www.jefric.com

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    By AlanBuckwalter – June 18, 2009

    LinkedIn – so many uses, so many features, where do I start?

    LinkedIn is a truly remarkable social networking site, offering a great deal of value to professionals and the business community alike. Starting with the basics of finding, reaching out to and keeping in touch with people you known, have or would like to work or do business with, or be introduced to, LinkedIn is a very powerful tool with something different of value for nearly everyone.

    Once setup, have created a profile and starting using the site, people often think: “What do I do next?” There are conferences, webcasts, seminars, networking events and more which help people with that very question and more. You can also find online information which will help guide you through. Here is one example that I have found summarizes it up nicely: LinkedIn Bible: Everything You Need to Know About the Social Network for Professionals

    What do you think? Leave a comment here.

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    By AlanBuckwalter – June 17, 2009

    Jefric Consulting Blog claimed on Technorati

    This blog has been submitted to my Technorati Profile

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    By AlanBuckwalter – June 15, 2009