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This Weeks Links:
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1. When Was The Last Time Your Network Had a Check Up?
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Does your computer network appear to be a little sluggish? Remember, it's not as young as it used to be. Just as precautionary examinations are critical for physical health, periodic assessments can help extend the life of your network. Check out the below link to learn how CyBerJaz can help.
http://www.cyberjazdprr.com/
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2. 10 Techniques for Gathering Requirements
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If you occasionally plan projects or have to conduct a needs assessment, you may find this link useful. It outlines some basic recommended techniques for gathering requirements from project stakeholders. A worthwhile read for anyone who has the need to do this.
http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=287
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3. Three Ways to Save Video from the Internet
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Videos are becoming more and more common online. This article offers several tips on how to save some of the gems you find out there. Could come in handy for pulling down the next must-have clip.
http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-11327_7-6555399-1.html?tag=lnav
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4. Change the Display on Your HP Printer
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You may want to explore this next tip with some caution - you don't want to violate company policy or incur the wrath of IT :) - but it could be very amusing. See how you can affect the Ready display on your friendly neighborhood network printer (you'll need to use the author's little program or others out there). At the very least you may get a chuckle out of the author's suggested message.
http://kovaya.com/miscellany/2007/10/insert-coin.html
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5. Top 7 SQL Server Backup and Restore Tips of 2007
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Here's a nice collection of best practices on backing up SQL Server from the searchsqlserver site. This collection represents the seven most-viewed tips on the site from 2007. Bound to be a few nuggets in here for you if SQL Server is in the mix at your company.
http://searchsqlserver.techtarget.com/generic/0,295582,sid87_gci1288483,00.html
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