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15 Etiquette Rules for a
Brave New World
Diana Johnson
Sales and Marketing, Wood Networks

“O brave new world that has such people in it!”- John Savage; Brave New World, by Aldous Huxley

It is a brave new world and technology is sometimes changing faster than we can keep up. However unlike Huxley’s fictional account of the future, technology is bringing us exciting new opportunities and we have the freedom to decide what is appropriate or crosses the line. With that said, there are some basic technology manners we should all remember.

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10 Ways to Work More Securely
used with permission from Microsoft At Work

The security of your computer and data is crucial for you and the success of your company. Lost or stolen information can reveal company secrets, or expose your confidential or personal information. The more you do to keep your computer secure, the safer your information will be. Use these 10 tips to learn ways you can help protect your computer, your data, and your company's network.

1. Work with your IT department
Make sure that you install all of the patches and updates that your IT department recommends. In addition to installing Windows and Office updates, your IT department might require you to install additional security software, such as a firewall or custom software to help you connect from remote locations. Making these regular installations will keep your computer and your company's network as secure as possible.

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Make Social Networking Work:  7 Tips
by Christopher Elliott
reprinted with permission from the Microsoft Small Business Center

Social networking sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter connect millions of like-minded people every day through the Web. But did you know they also can help your small business connect with customers?

"Social networking can help promote a small business in two ways," says Susan Barnes, a professor and associate director for at Rochester Institute of Technology's Lab for Social Computing. "Loyal customers can create small networks and provide testimonials for the business and employees can share information with each other through social networks."

More than half of all small-business owners believe social networking sites have a place
in the business world, according to a 2008 survey by SurePayroll. And one in five companies has generated business from a social media site.

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