January 2007
"This year, I resolve to simplify my business and personal life. Work less, play more!" Does this sound familiar?
Work toward this goal by automating as many of your day-to-day tasks as you can, so you can concentrate on the bigger picture. If you're struggling with where to start, please give us a call. We can look at the systems you have in place, and recommend ways to get your existing processes and technology working harder for you.
Congratulations to our draw winners for tech questions and restaurant recommendations! Don't forget to send in your contributions to be entered in the next draw. Now it's easier than ever - just click on the links in this newsletter, and drop us a line.
Wishing you all the best in the New Year!
Diane Henders
Get fun, easy tech tips for real people
You don't need to be a computer genius! "Tech Tips for Non-Techies" will help you make the most of your computer, without turning into a geek. Click here for more details and a sample. Great for promotional gifts, too. We do custom branding - next time you're looking for promotional ideas, send this booklet out with your logo on the front! Click here to ask about bulk pricing and custom branding.
Ask a Question and Win - Twice
If you have a tech question, send it in. You'll get an answer to your question, and you'll be entered to win a free copy of "Tech Tips for Non-Techies 2" (soon to be published). You win both ways!
Congratulations, draw winners!
Congratulations to Denise Gagne Williamson of Listening Voice Media for her restaurant recommendation, and Charlene Waines, author of "Legality Check for Executors", for her tech tip question. They each win a copy of "Tech Tips for Non-Techies" . Watch for their submissions in upcoming newsletters.
Tech Tip: Backing up your email in Outlook
Catherine Tudhope of Auricle Communication Solutions requested a tip on backing up email folders in Outlook. You
can create a backup file called a ".pst" (personal folder file) by doing this:
- Open Outlook and switch to the email view.
- Click on the File menu, and select Import and Export.
- Select Export to a File, and click Next.
- Select Personal Folder File (.pst), and click Next.
- In the next window, click on the file you want to back up. If you want to back up your entire folder structure, click on the top-level Personal Folders file. Make sure the Include Subfolders box at the bottom is checked, then click Next.
- Click on the Browse button to select the location where you want to store the backup, and type a name for the backup file. Select your preference for dealing with duplicates, then click the Finish button.
Ask a Question and Win
Do you have tech questions? Every time you send in a question, your name
will be entered to win a free copy of "Tech Tips for Non-Techies 2" (soon to be published). The next
draw date is March 31/07.
When the conversation turns to computer hardware, most people's eyes start to glaze over. So what does the average person really need to know about computer hardware? The good news is: not much! Once you know the basic parts, and what they do, you're well on your way.
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We're always looking for great little places to have lunch or coffee! Here's my pick for January:
The Olive Grove - 11, 240 Midpark Way SE (in the Midnapore Mall) - web page
Not to be confused with the Olive Garden chain, this restaurant has been in the mall for decades, and has recently undergone a facelift. Love the Greek salad smothered in feta cheese, and if you're looking for good, old-fashioned, cheesy, satisfying pizza, this is the place to go. It's not just a pizza place, though. There's an extensive menu of steak, veal, and Middle Eastern food. Lunch service in the restaurant is quick and efficient, or, if you want to make an evening of it, there's a licensed lounge with live music and dancing.
Submit a Recommendation and Win
What's your favourite haunt? Every time you send in a recommendation, your name will be entered to win a free copy of "Tech Tips for Non-Techies 2" (soon to be published). The next draw date is March 31/07.
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Photo of the Month: Cirque du...Squirrel?
This furry acrobat had to manage a four-foot-long tightrope walk across a tiny nylon rope, then hang by his toes to get into the bird feeder. When they show this much motivation, I have to think they deserve a little snack!
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