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JUNE 2009
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In this month's K2 Tech Update we explore the questions you and your organization need to ask before moving to Windows 7, along with news about Peachtree 2010the 2009 CODiE Awards, and the latest on QuickBook sales.

You'll also find technology tips for Excel Wildcard Characters, Quickbooks CDR, and making entering Excel Formulas easier.


We hope you find this issue timely, relevant, and useful.
  Let us know what you would like to see in future issues.

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Using Wildcard Characters in
Excel Formulas

Many computer users remember using wildcard characters in DOS when attempting to view the contents of a directory of files -- does DIR *.* bring back any memories? What most do not know is that you can use wildcard characters, such as the asterisk, to create powerful formulas in Excel.

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Use Quickbooks New Client Data Review
to Save Time and Increase Accuracy

New with the 2009 release of QuickBooks is the Client Data Review (CDR) feature. The CDR allows accountants to analyze the status of a QuickBooks data file easily and efficiently and to identify transactions or issues that require attention. The CDR contains twenty-five points of analysis, including ten CDR tools to assist in correcting transactions that may be erroneous.


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Copying and Entering Excel Formulas Easily

Formulas and formatting are key worksheet components, and entering and copying formulas is also a common but critical process.

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Windows 7:
Five Questions To Ask Now

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Now is the time to begin preparing for the next version of Windows!

Microsoft made available the release candidate for Windows 7 on May 5. Indications are that this new operating system will be available to the public in the fourth quarter of this year. For organizations seeking to move from prior versions of Windows, now is the time to begin preparing for the transition. In doing so, carefully consider the following questions to ensure a smooth transition to a new operating system.

1. What improvements will I see in Windows 7?
2. Which version of Windows 7 should I choose?
3. Is my hardware adequate to run Windows 7?
4. Is now the time to switch to a 64-bit operating system?
5. Is there a way to test Windows 7 so I can determine if all of my applications run correctly?

To better understand these questions and the implications of moving to Windows 7, click the link to read the full article.

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Peachtree 2010 Includes Expanded Business Analytics Features

Sage North America has announced the availability of the Peachtree by Sage 2010 product line, offering new features and improvements that bring greater visibility, enhanced analytics, and increased productivity to small businesses. Through a unique partnership with iLumen, small businesses who use Peachtree 2010 will have seamless access to financial analysis and comparative benchmarking capabilities specific to their industry, their geography, and small businesses overall.

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CODiE
Award Winners Announced


The Nation's Best Software, Digital Content, and Education Products Receive Highest Honor

The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) announced the winners of its 24th Annual CODiE Awards - the only peer-reviewed awards within the software and content industries. SIIA and industry partners recognized more than 70 winning products, including Best Online News Site, Best Education Game or Simulation, Best Mobile Solution, Best Social Networking Solution and Best Blog. Several CODiE awards were also given to organizations and companies that demonstrated extraordinary innovation and leadership in 2008.


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Intuit Reports Increase In QuickBooks Sales Volume

Despite a sluggish economy, Intuit reported on May 20 an increase in the number of QuickBooks units sold in the third fiscal quarter, which ended on April 30. In that quarter, Intuit sold 517,000 copies of QuickBooks, compared to 508,000 in the same quarter in the prior year. Gains were also posted in QuickBooks Online Edition (142,000 subscribers versus 131,000) and in QuickBooks Enterprises Solutions (36,000 users versus 30,000 users).  According to Intuit, these numbers provide QuickBooks with 94% of the market based on units and 95% of the market based on sales dollars.


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