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Technical Tips & News
March 27, 2007
Daylight Savings Time Change
This year, Daylight savings time went into effect 3 weeks earlier than in previous years. It is important to update your computer, your PDA (Palm Pilot, Windows CE device, etc), and Microsoft Outlook. Otherwise, your computer and appointments could be off by one hour. If you need any assistance, please call us for help 925.283.5666.
Windows Vista & Microsoft Office 2007
On January 30, Microsoft released the latest versions of Windows and Office.
Windows Vista
Windows Vista is the first upgrade to Windows since 2001. It has many enhancements, including much improved security, new translucent windows (in some versions), automated maintenance and backup.
While all these new features are great, we recommend that our clients wait at least 6-12 months before buying a computer with Windows Vista. We think you should wait because there are always issues with new operating system-issues that most users don’t want to have to work through. In a few months, most of the major issues will be resolved, so by waiting, you’ll have less headaches. Some of the problems we’ve seen are printer and video card software incompatibility and crashes, QuickBooks versions prior to 2007 will not work on Vista.
Microsoft Office 2007
We are very impressed with Microsoft Office 2007. Microsoft has changed the way the menus work, to make it easier to find the options most users need. The icons now change whenever you click on a menu.
April – June Training Class Schedule Available Now
Reservations Required
Classes held at 3503 Mt. Diablo Blvd Suite 4, Lafayette 925.283.5666
Call 925-283-5666 for information and reservations
| Date | Day | Time | Class | Tuition |
| Apr 7 | Sat | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Microsoft Excel | $25 |
| Apr 14 | Sat | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Microsoft Word | $25 |
| Apr 19 | Thu | 6:30-8:00 pm | Introduction to Digital Cameras | $25 |
| May 5 | Sat | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Microsoft Publisher | $25 |
| May 12 | Sat | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Windows Vista | $25 |
| May 26 | Sat | 1:30-3:00 pm | Introduction to Microsoft Excel | $25 |
| May 29 | Tue | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Microsoft Word | $25 |
| Jun 9 | Sat | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint | $25 |
| Jun 14 | Thu | 6:30-8:00 pm | Introduction to Microsoft Word | $25 |
| Jun 26 | Tue | 9:00-10:30 am | Introduction to Microsoft FrontPage | $25 |
Business of the Month
Norma’s Kiddie Preschool-San Ramon
My sister, Norma Carlson, is offering daycare in her home in San Ramon. She offers a fun and safe environment for children. For more information, please call Norma at 925-803-1384.
The Art of Living-Walnut Creek
Julie Gleeson offers a great service that teaches you how to eliminate stress on your life permanently. Who wouldn’t want that? Julie’s a terrific lady. give her a call. 925.256.7636.
Tip of the Month
When entering a website address in Internet Explorer for Windows, just type the name of the website, and then press the CTRL+ENTER. For example, if you’re going to visit Google, you would normally type www.google.com. You can just type google, and then press CTRL+ENTER. Try it, it’s great. Thanks to Maya Rappaport for this great tip! (PS, if this tip doesn’t work, then you may need to adjust your Internet Explorer options to turn on autocomplete)
Nerd4Rent, Inc
3503 Mt. Diablo Blvd Ste 4
Lafayette CA 94549
925.283.5666
