So… I use Microsoft Outlook as my email client. I have for years. And like a packrat, I tend to not delete things. As a result, at times, I feel like my Outlook is more like “Out-of-control”look. I found a series of videos over on the Outlook blog that are very useful. Outlook Best Practices. Go figure. I liked the series so much I decided that I would embed the videos below for your enjoyment an... [More]

There are at least 10 things you should take a few minutes to do to every new Windows PC to get it ready for daily use. This list from TechRepublic sums them up nicely. [More]

So, Windows Live Essentials gives you access to a great tool called SkyDrive. From the SkyDrive website: Store, access, and share thousands of documents, photos, and Microsoft Office files on Windows Live SkyDrive. SkyDrive password-protects your files so you control who has access to them. SkyDrive gives you 25 GB of disk space. A great way to keep backups, or put your documents “in the clo... [More]

If you are interested in developing for Windows Phone 7 (like me), then this is a set of virtual labs that you will want to site through. Each lasts about 90 minutes and takes you through the basics of creating a Windows Phone 7 app. Modules: MSDN Virtual Lab: Building your First Windows Phone 7 Application MSDN Virtual Lab: Hello Windows Phone MSDN Virtual Lab: Launchers and Chooser... [More]

I love the Microsoft Office suite of tools. They get better and better with each release, and the 2010 release is no exception. Check out this informative video and accompanying template to get your advertising in order for your SMB. While you are there, check out the other templates that are on the site. Your company’s business report needs to communicate information clearly and effective... [More]

I love the Microsoft Office suite of tools. They get better and better with each release, and the 2010 release is no exception. Check out this informative video and accompanying template to get your advertising in order for your SMB. While you are there, check out the other templates that are on the site. You don’t need an expensive, designer-created flyer to showcase your upcoming sale. Trans... [More]

I love free things, especially books. If you are developer, then you will be interested in these. A few are ebooks from Microsoft, but at least a the others are from other good trustworthy sources, notably Karl Seguin and The DZone RefCards. Have a look. Download at your leisure. Definitely read them 7 Freely available E-Books/Guides I found essential for .NET Programmers and Architects : Amazed... [More]

I love free stuff. And as a developer, I love free stuff from my favorites companies... So here is a collection of 60 free controls from DevExpress. All you need to do is register on their site. Once you register, you will be forwarded a confirmation email with instructions on how to access your user account. With this information in hand, you will be able to download, install, and use all the ... [More]

Although PowerPoint is electronic slide creation software, printable handouts serve an important role both for the presenter and an audience. In this article, we’ll discuss your options for creating great PowerPoint handouts and purpose behind doing so in the first place. This article was originally posted on Online Tech Tips (Copyright 2007, Assem Kishore) [More]

Contests and awards are a great way to get the word out about your business. Even if you don’t win, many offer an opportunity for recognition and publicity – so it’s not just about the big prize. Originally posted on Small Business Trends on August 7, 2010 [More]