March  2007
In this issue...

What's Happening
Think Firewall
Company Intranet
Office Tip - Outlook 2007
Employee Spotlight
 


Employee Spotlight

Jonathan Hall

Jonathan Hall came to NMGI as a Linux Systems Engineer in October 2006, and brings over ten years of professional Linux experience to the team.

He is actively involved in development of the DoubleCheck Email Manager and heads NMGI's high availability hosted DoubleCheck service.

Jonathan previously owned a small ISP in central Kansas, and has served as president of the Air Capitol Linux User's Group in Wichita, Kansas.

Recently, Jonathan has worked providing technical and training services at Raytheon Aircraft Company and Cox Communications.

A portion of his spare time is spent processing used fryer grease to use as fuel in his 2001 Turbo Diesel Jetta.
 

 


Employee Birthdays

Chris TenBraak - 3/3
 

 

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Think Firewall!
Is your network firewall more than 2 years old?

Because these legacy appliances are based on a stateful packet inspection approach, we are concerned that they may no longer be providing the complete security you need in the face of today's ever-changing threats. In addition, many companies no longer sell support agreements for these products. This means that once an appliance's current support agreement expires, it will no longer be eligible to receive any technical support, firmware updates or hardware replacement.

To help you migrate you to a "state-of-the-art" fourth generation Unified Threat Management (UTM) solution, SonicWALL has introduced the PRO Series Trade-up Program. The program is simple. Existing SonicWALL customers with a third generation or older product can trade up their outdated firewall to a fourth generation PRO Series UTM solution at no additional cost by purchasing two years of Comprehensive Gateway Security Suite (CGSS).

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8 Tips for Launching a Company Intranet
By Jeff Wuorio
Reprinted with permission from the Microsoft Small Business Center

Many small-business owners get it when it comes to the influence and reach of the Internet. But what they may not fully appreciate is how that medium can be used exclusively within their own business.

Planning and programming an intranet — an internal Web site restricted to those within your company — can prove a boon to communication, project management and a host of other responsibilities. But using it effectively means more than building it, plugging it in, and letting it rock.

Read more


What's been happening at NMGI?

February 24, 2007 - Network Management Group, Inc. enjoyed a company outing to Wichita, Kansas where everyone attended the Crown Uptown Dinner Theatre to watch the musical "Footloose".

The NMGI bowling team (Ginifer Boice, Ron Williams, Dan Blevins, Kenny Boice, and Cindy Stout) continues to hold 1st place in the Thursday Night Mixers league at Countryside Lanes in Hutchinson, Kansas. Games continue until April 6, 2007 – pictures to come! Friday, March 30 will be bowling for NMGI and their families!

Upcoming NMGI Event - Mark your Calendars!

The 2007 NMGI Technology Expo is planned for June 6, 2007 in Hutchinson, Kansas.  It will be held at the Grand Prairie Hotel. NMGI is planning to have Microsoft in attendance, along with HP, SonicWALL, and other vendors. Look for more information in the April NMGI Technology Newsletter.


Microsoft Office
Up to speed with Outlook 2007

Take a look at Microsoft Office Outlook 2007, and see how much easier it is to do the things you've always done. Learn how the Ribbon and the Quick Access Toolbar put the commands you need right at your fingertips. You'll see that it's quick and easy to compose and format your message, add attachments, and then send. Tracking tasks, making appointments, scheduling meetings, working with contacts — Outlook 2007 makes it all easier than ever. Watch the demo and get acquainted!

Change the size or contents of the To-Do Bar
Customize the Navigation Pane
Use the Ribbon
Customize the Quick Access Toolbar
Attach a file or other item to an e-mail message

SEE DEMO

 

 

 

 

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