Surface Computing — Imagine the Possibilities

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By Brent Goodfellow, CPA.CITP, MCSE, MST, MCT
Imagine an iPhone the size of a coffee table and with a 30-inch display. Okay, while “surface computing” is obviously not a device for your pocket, the new technology features similar tactile, touch-screen computing functions that may revolutionize restaurants, hotels, retail stores and entertainment venues. Brent recently got some hands-on time with Microsoft’s version, called Microsoft Surface, which works by using cameras to sense objects, hand gestures and touch. He explores the new technology and how it can benefit consumers, as well as the potential benefit it will have to the practice of public accounting.
 

Tax Season e-Security Update

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By John Anderson, CPA.CITP, CIA, MSA
Tax season is coming, but while even security-conscious professionals turn toward tax compliance, the hackers and other bad guys are still trying to get to your data. John explains the latest security standards that can help a practice start on safer ground, and then offers additional advice for keeping your networks and client information secure.
 

Security Through Virtualization

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By John Anderson, CPA.CITP, CIA, MSA
With the continuing threat of viruses, Trojan horses, adware, malware and other potential online pitfalls, John explores the emerging trend of virtualization and how it could lead to a new and ultimately safer Internet experience.
 

Web Ads: A New Virus Delivery Method — Part II

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By John Anderson, CPA.CITP, CIA, MSA
As soon as you have the security perimeter established, the bad guys find a new way to sneak in. In this second of a two-part column, John describes the perils of web ads as a virus delivery method and why this is important to accountants. He also explains how click-through advertising works and how your PC gets infected.
 

Web Ads: A New Virus Delivery Method — Part I

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By John Anderson, CPA.CITP, CIA, MSA
Keeping your computer networks and your clients’ data safe is a never-ending task, but just as technologies catch up with the bad guys, the bad guys push the envelope. In this column, John looks at a new threat emerging from web-based ads.
 

Awesome QuickBooks Add-Ons Awards Q&A

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Gregory L. Lafollette
Gregory L. LaFollette CPA.CITP
Doug Sleeter
Doug Sleeter

Listen to Doug and Greg discuss the history, methodology and selection process of the Awesome QuickBooks Add-Ons awards.

Read Doug’s November column from The CPA Technology Advisor, where he announces the winners for 2008.

 

Matrix Revisited

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Brent Goodfellow, CPA.CITP, MCSE, MST, MCTAccountant Tech Talk
September 2007

By Brent Goodfellow, CPA.CITP, MCSE, MST, MCT

Virtual reality may not be as grim as depicted in the movie. In fact, regular columnist Brent Goodfellow discusses how the spread of server virtualization is benefiting businesses by cutting costs, providing more power and capabilities, and decreasing IT infrastructure.

 

Mid-Range Accounting Done Right

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Randy JohnstonFrom the Trenches
September 2007

By Randy Johnston

There has been more interest in mid-range accounting in the opening months of 2007 than we have seen in some years, and most of the vendors have been updating their systems dramatically. Randy gives some tips on the process of selecting a system.
 

Saving Telemedicine

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Dave McClure The Bleeding Edge
September 2007
By Dave McClure

The medical community is technologically savvy with its instruments and devices but unkempt when it comes to administrative processes, document management and online capabilities. Dave thinks accountants can be their hero.

 

I’ll Take Two Pounds Of Workflow, Please… To Go!

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Gregory L. LaFollette, CPA.CITP, Executive Editor Final Thoughts
September 2007
By Gregory L. LaFollette, CPA.CITP, Executive Editor

With all of the buzz about the word (and marketing term) workflow, Greg decided to figure out what it really means and how workflow management fits into the modern accounting firm. Should it be in the document management system or in a practice management program?

 

JavaScript Hacking

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John Anderson, CPA.CITP, CIA, MSAThe eSecurity Advisor
September 2007

By John Anderson, CPA.CITP, CIA, MSA

The bad guys keep coming up with new malicious programs to try to access your and your clients’ information, and that means it is more important than ever to keep on top of these issues. John gives some practical advice on what you can do to avoid the pitfalls of JavaScript hacking.
 

The Office Tech Makeover

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Isaac M. O'Bannon, Technology Editor Tricks & Tips
August 2007

By Isaac M. O’Bannon, Technology Editor

Starting a new practice or updating your current one? Technology editor Isaac O’Bannon offers some tips for getting the most out of your new technology, from printers and scanners to PCs, monitors and mobile devices.