Archive for the ‘Technology’ Category
When will tech become truly user friendly?
I used a wonderful ATM in Santa Barbara recently. The main screen had a space for your PIN and the buttons for $20, $40, $100, etc. All the customer needs to do is touch 4 keys for the pin and 1 key for the amount requested and DONE! No “Enter” key. Out pops the cash! So easy.
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Executives-be sure your CPA saw this article
One of my best clients, a CPA firm, forwarded a quick article from the AICPA—American Institute of CPA’s—called “Four Fast and Easy Tech Fixes.” Be sure your CPA sees it.
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Banks suggest you dedicate one PC for online banking
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Pros and cons of “In the cloud” computing
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Are your employees still using single monitors?
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Prepare now for cost effective move to thin clients
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Have you looked at thin client computing lately?
Whether you use Microsoft’s Terminal Server, Citrix Xen, or solutions from VMware, thin client computing can save a lot of money for many organizations. Even if you initially invest a little more, the technology often pays you back fast.
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Windows 7 is scheduled for release – should you switch?
Windows 7 is officially scheduled to be released on October 22. There are several ways you can try Windows 7 today if you want to use it. Visit www.microsoft.com for details. Should you switch?
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How to buy a Mac and use it at work with Windows
A CEO recently wrote that he would like to use his Mac at work, but his IT professionals do not know how to support it. One solution that many executives enjoy is to run both Windows and OS X on the Macintosh. Read more…
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Keep your family computer like new forever
When you get a new computer, it runs fine. Over time, it can slow down and become infected. Microsoft offers a free tool that can protect your computers. It is called Windows Steady State. With Steady State, every time you restart your computer, the computer will return to its original, hopefully pristine, condition.
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