Archive for the 'Technology' Category

Softwareless Computer – Reality or Boat Anchor?

Wednesday, February 28th, 2007

A software less computer? At first glance, it would seem that these words are inconsistent together. Surely, a softwareless computer is nothing more than a glorified paper weight or perhaps a future boat anchor. However, in the never ending evolution of software, computers, and related technology, a softwareless computer is actually becoming both a reality and source of efficiency.

2007 Insights

Tuesday, December 19th, 2006

2007 Insights - Various topics

Technology Update: New Free Version – AVG Anti-Virus Software

Tuesday, December 19th, 2006

With the coming introduction of Microsoft Vista, GRISOFT is discontinuing the AVG 7.1 version and is replacing it with the AVG 7.5 version. The 7.5 version is now compatible with Vista.

2006 - The Best of Your Money Matters

Friday, December 15th, 2006

Looking back over 2006, I’ve compiled what I believe are the best of the best blog postings for Your Money Matters.

Microsoft Windows Vista – Where is the hype?

Thursday, November 30th, 2006

Has Microsoft just become complacent in their marketing efforts? Well, not exactly, but then again when all new computers are soon coming with the Vista operating system preinstalled, who needs hype. Like it or not, it is only a matter of time before everyone is on Vista. It seems that the tech community does not really see any overly compelling reason to upgrade.

A Few Computer Maintenance Insights

Thursday, November 30th, 2006

Performing some regular maintenance on your computer may just save you some pain and suffering. Here is a quick list of some of my essentials:

Accounting Software Tools for the Small Business

Thursday, November 9th, 2006

Microsoft Office Accounting 2007 has packaged together an assortment of features, which combined with other products like Outlook 2007 with Business Contact Manager, provides the opportunity for ease of use and business growth.

My Review – Upgrading to Internet Explorer 7

Tuesday, November 7th, 2006

The last update to IE was five years ago. Yes, five years! In computer years, that is an eternity. A whole lot of water goes under the bridge in five years… Now, the latest release of IE is version 7. Most reviews of the product are praising the product features but basically concluding that it is only meeting the level of the competition rather than blowing by them.

My Review of Microsoft Office Accounting 2007

Monday, November 6th, 2006

Times are good for small business. The economy is riding a nice wave of prosperity for one. Also though, competition is brisk within the small business segment of accounting software providers. QuickBooks and Peachtree have long provided competing products with unique features to each. Now with the more recent entrance of Microsoft into this market segment, the competition is in full force.

Review - Peachtree Accounting Pro 2007

Wednesday, October 11th, 2006

Check out the review of Peachtree Accounting Pro 2007 at CNet.