A Contest for Small Business Owners

August 12, 2009 — Mrs. Mecomber

Here’s a really spectacular contest for business owners, from AT&T! This is an incredible contest! In a nutshell, it’s a FREE business technology upgrade! It’s in celebration of the launching of the classy new AT&T Small Business InSite website.

Now, I have said long and loud that a business– ANY business, large or small– MUST have a professional online presence. It’s necessary in today’s technological and information-hungry world. Having managed a couple of small businesses myself, I know how difficult (and expensive) the IT end of the spectrum can be. I commend AT&T’s efforts to make that effort a little more affordable and easy with their new contest. Kudos to
AT&T for recognizing and helping the “little guy”!

The AT&T Small Business InSite is a resourceful website. I have great interest in website security issues, so I scoured their Security articles for a while (Go to Manage Technology >> Security to see their articles). They have much more to offer the business owner, too– productivity tips, online marketing tips, and more. If you have a small business, this is one to bookmark, and share. And it’s all coming from one of the world’s leaders in business, so you KNOW they know what they are talking about.

OK, so the contest– believe me, you will not need an IT counselor to enter your business! It’s easy! Just go to AT&T Small Business InSite, and explain your need for a technology makeover in a short video, or write a review of the new AT&T Small Business InSite, and feature it on Technorati. Be sure to see the website for more details and contest rules and regulations.

The prizes include:

  • Two Samsung Epix Smartphones
  • 1-year subscription to AT&T Tech Support 360SM Advanced Service Package
  • 1-year subscription to AT&T UNIX or Windows Enhanced Web Hosting services
  • AT&T Web Design service
  • A one-on-one consultation with a small business expert, with a business assessment and more
  • A Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard
  • and other perks, gadgets, and AT&T services

This is a golden opportunity for us small business owners. I’m going to have to come up with some ideas for my own “small business.” (I’m a free-lance writer, and I’d sure like to get my name and services out to more people; so I guess I need to work on the marketing aspect). Be sure to get more information about the contest, too!

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The Magnificent Human Body

July 31, 2009 — Mrs. Mecomber

There’s a lot of talk in tech world about how robots or technology will someday, somehow replace human activity, perhaps even humans themselves. I am in complete disbelief of such a proposal. All you have to do is think of one word: unplugged. Lol. Seriously, our electronic world is, I think, a very tenuous one. Not only does technology need great amounts of constant, sufficient energy, it also needs humans to run and program it. And– perhaps most important– it will never be as efficient as the human body itself.

I saw this amazing video by PBS about how DNA replicates itself– think of how many times your computer has crashed or how crazy things get when your web host server crashes, and then watch this video– marvelous! God is truly an amazing creator!

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Windows XP for the Car?

January 26, 2009 — Mrs. Mecomber

Computers are in everything now, aren’t they? I was amazed when they started putting microchips in appliances like coffee makers and digital frames, where all you have to do is connect your appliance to the Internet. I am not particularly fond of the idea of networking my coffee maker to the web, mind you. I prefer to keep things as simple and in my control as much as possible.

Well, anyway, they are now putting computer operating systems into vehicles. The latest news is a touchscreen computer monitor in the vehicle (construction vehicles)–something akin to the Starship Enterprise or the Millenium Falcon, eh?

Vehicle PCs Run Windows XP

LXE has announced two vehicle-mount computers that sport touchscreen displays and run Windows XP Embedded. The VX8 and VX9 offer tough magnesium housings, feature integrated UPSes, accept 10 to 150 VDC power input, and use hard disk or CompactFlash storage, the company says.

According to LXE, its new vehicle-mount PCs are aimed at fork-lift trucks, container handling machinery, forestry and construction equipment, and emergency service vehicles. The company adds that its recent customer surveys show a preference for Windows XP over Windows CE; accordingly, the new VX8 and VX9 are offered with Windows XP Embedded (XPe) and Windows XP Professional.

It’s really just a matter of time until they put these things into your minivan and sedan. I don’t know. I really like having my laptop with me, but I think we can perhaps take technology a little too far. My kids would love to have a DVD player in the van for when we travel, but I am resisting it. I really like the quiet meditation of the ride, and the interaction with the kids. Plus, its one of the rare moments I have the whole clan secured in a small area, captive audience to my long speeches about this or that historical place or event. Hee hee.

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Own Technology, Don’t Let Technology Own You

November 1, 2008 — Mrs. Mecomber

Way back when machines started to appear in the employment industry, machines were touted as the things that would make our lives better and more leisurely. Have you seen this happen in your life? I haven’t. I think our lives are much more hectic and fast-paced than ever before! As a matter of fact, Dr. Kathleen Hall of the Stress Institute is among many calling the stress the “epidemic of the 21st century.” The Stress Institute was founded in 1997 by award-winning author, Dr. Hall. The institute is a company of physicians and professionals dedicated to getting the word out about stress-causing elements in our fast-paced modern lifestyles, and working with clients toward stress reduction.

I’ve read studies that stress is the cause of a variety of illnesses and diseases. I know that I am susceptible to stress as I get older, and I feel terrible from it. I’ve been trying to build a new lifestyle of stress-free living; memorizing Bible verses has been very helpful for me! Things like exercise and setting aside parts of the day for peaceful moments are just a few things a person can do to relieve stress. The Stress Institute helps you to realize what’s making you stressed out, and it has an excellent website with media resources, articles (there’s a terrific one on work/life balance), tips and information to give you ideas for relieving stress in your life. Check it out for some practical and simple ideas. Don’t let our fast-paced society with all its consuming gadgets get to you!

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