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Trust as an asset in computer services

Gaining the trust of your clients is important to any business, but is it an asset?  Some would speculate that trust is only part of a much larger equation that involves customer service, pricing and quality.  But is it only a fraction of the whole or does it actually all begin with trust?
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Going green is good for everyone

Recently I took a big step for my company.  I decided to switch my power plan to 100% green energy.  This plan offsets your electric utility usage by purchasing alternative energy credits from nearby suppliers, effectively reducing your carbon footprint and supporting investment in green energy from solar, wind, geothermal and other sources.
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Ground level stimulus is what we need

Where is the stimulus for the people that need a first chance?  Why is it all focused on those that need their second chance?  Whether it’s a company or an individual that’s financially distressed, there are many more that are not and just need a push in the right direction to ensure success.
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Free software is changing the world for the better

The free software movement was started decades ago, but never before has it been more important.  With our economy in peril, consumers and small businesses must be prudent about spending.  While some may mistakenly associate free software with spyware, ads and other annoyances, most free programs do not have these “features”. In fact, a few that I mention are aimed at fighting spyware and reducing ads.
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Keeping your small business secure in 2009

Many corporate networks have failed to apply important Microsoft Windows Security patches as over 10 million PCs are now infected with the DownandUp worm and the number is growing rapidly. The resulting botnet is a potential threat to Internet stability and security.
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