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Windows XP is still available

If you believe in the mantra “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, you’re probably still running Windows XP on one (or more) of your home and office computers.  Some of you might be running Windows 98 or even Windows 95 (gasp!).  So far, I’ve managed to resist Microsoft’s siren song insisting that consumers upgrade [...]

Cheap Ways of Acquiring Microsoft Products

ANOTHER NOTE: Thanks to Mikey J for his comment about the renewal process.  He’s right… At the end of each subscription year, each MAPS subscriber must re-enroll in the initiative.
NOTE:  Thanks to Susan for her comment about the eligibility requirements for the Microsoft Action Pack Subscription.  Below is a snippet from the Microsoft web site.  [...]

Free One-Month Trial of Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime is a popular Amazon.com program that gives its members unlimited Free Two-Day Shipping on millions of eligible items.  All new members are offered a free trial, allowing them to experience the convenience of shopping with Amazon Prime benefits for an entire month at no charge.
Amazon Prime members enjoy the following benefits:
1.    Unlimited [...]

Latest Issue of Website Magazine

I just finished the latest issue of Website Magazine.  The magazine is a solid source of articles and tutorials promoting web site success.  The latest issue (August 2008) contains articles that address the following questions:

Should merchants use comparison shopping engines, like PriceGrabber and Nextag, to increase the visibility of their products?
How can online retailers interpret [...]

Save $30 at Office Depot

I’m a big fan of purchasing office supplies at Office Depot.  With gasoline well over $4 a gallon, ordering online is much more appealing than shopping at a traditional bricks-and-mortar store.  Right now, Office Depot is running a terrific offer.  You can save $30 on purchases of at least $150.  That’s a savings of 20 [...]