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IBM Canada Ltd. is one of Canada's leading providers of advanced information technology products and services. They are dedicated to helping customers pursue new market opportunities and become more productive through the end-to-end transformation of their business models and the innovative application of e-business technology and solutions.



Lenovo is a global leader in the PC market. Through a customer focused approach, they develop, manufacture and market cutting-edge, reliable, high-quality PC products and value-added professional services that provide customers around the world with smarter ways to be productive and competitive.



Data Domain makes storage more efficient and affordable.
From its inception, Data Domain has helped customers reduce or eliminate the use of tape infrastructures with a very efficient disk and network based data protection alternative. Today, Data Domain customers are expanding the use of their systems to include a broad range of nearline workloads and use cases beyond data protection. In essence, Data Domain’s file system technology represents a new generation of data versioning and replication efficiency. Data Domain’s strategy is to continue bringing new storage and network efficiencies to the enterprise data storage arena on a single, integrated product platform to improve storage economics and simplify data management for its customers.



Foreseeson Technology
Foreseeson Technology is a value added distributor providing best-of-breed IT security, networking and communications products to our reseller partners. We create high value to our resellers through complimentary solutions that meet critical demands of end users, target similar vertical markets, and create the demand for professional services.  Based in Richmond, BC Foreseeson Technology is 100% Canadian owned and operated.

About Fortinet
Fortinet is the pioneer and leading provider of multi-threat security systems that enable secure business communications and deliver the best security, performance and total cost of ownership available. Fortinet’s award-winning security systems and subscription services. Protect the networks of more than 20,000 customers worldwide.



Xerox Corporation (NYSE:XRX) is a $15.7 billion technology and services enterprise that helps businesses deploy Smarter Document Management SM strategies and find better ways to work. Its intent is to constantly lead with innovative technologies, products and services that customers can depend upon to improve business results.

Xerox provides the document industry's broadest portfolio of offerings. Digital systems include color and black-and-white printing and publishing systems, digital presses and "book factories," multifunction devices, laser and solid ink network printers, copiers and fax machines. Xerox's services expertise is unmatched. Xerox also offers associated software, support and supplies such as toner, paper and ink.



Polycom is the only company today delivering end-to-end, rich media collaborative applications for voice, video, data and the Web from desktop and mobile personal systems to room systems to the network core. We are the industry leader in unified collaboration solutions. Our vision is to enable people to connect anytime, anyplace and with any device in a virtual experience as natural as being there.

Polycom delivers business value by cutting costs, simplifying system management, and fostering real time collaboration. As a result of this easier, more lifelike collaboration, people are more innovative, efficient and productive, make better decisions, enjoy enhanced relationships and greater satisfaction with their jobs -- enabling organizations to be more agile, innovative and therefore globally competitive.



Founded in 1991, SonicWALL, Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures network security, secure remote access, Web and e-mail security, continuous data protection, and policy and management solutions. Offering appliance-based products as well as value-added subscription services, our comprehensive array of solutions provide enterprise-class Internet and data protection without any compromises.



Avocent® was formed in 2000 from the merger of the world's two largest KVM (keyboard, video and mouse) switch manufacturers: Apex and Cybex Computer Products Corporation. Our unique integration of hardware, software and embedded technologies provides a single interface to quickly and efficiently manage your IT infrastructure. We help you solve system problems anytime, anywhere, no matter the location or health of your servers or network devices.



D-Link is an award-winning designer, developer and manufacturer of networking, broadband, digital electronics, voice, data and video communications solutions for the digital home, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO), Small to Medium Business (SMB), and Workgroup to Enterprise environments.

Trend Micro Incorporated, a global leader in Internet content security, focuses on securing the exchange of digital information for businesses and consumers. A pioneer and industry vanguard, Trend Micro is advancing integrated threat management technology to protect operational continuity, personal information, and property from malware, spam, data leaks and the newest Web threats. Visit TrendWatch at www.trendmicro.com/go/trendwatch to learn more about the latest threats. Trend Micro's flexible solutions, available in multiple form factors, are supported 24/7 by threat intelligence experts around the globe. Many of these solutions are powered by the Trend Micro Smart Protection Network, a next generation cloud-client content security infrastructure designed to protect customers from Web threats. A transnational company, with headquarters in Tokyo, Trend Micro's trusted security solutions are sold through its business partners worldwide

At Sutus we are focused on providing Small Businesses with the complete office communication and IT solution needed to effectively compete in today’s market. We have bundled together the three vital applications businesses require; voice, data and networking into one affordable enterprise-quality solution that is uniquely easy to self-install and manage.

Our solutions are targeted at businesses with 3 to 25 employees, and work with Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems as well as integrating with applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Entourage and Apple mail. Features include network infrastructure, file and data sharing capabilities, collaboration tools and fully integrated telephone handsets that ensure seamless access to features like auto attendant, voice messaging and conferencing.

Sutus’s patentable technology meets the needs of today’s Small Business, providing them with a cost effective, secure integrated office communications system... the power of a big business solution packaged and priced for Small Business.

Barracuda Networks Inc. built its reputation as the worldwide leader in content security appliances by offering easy to use and affordable products that protect organizations from email, Web and IM threats. Barracuda Networks has leveraged its success in the security market to offer networking products that improve application delivery and network access as well as world-class solutions for message archiving, backup and data protection.
Since its inception, Barracuda Networks continues to gain wide acclaim from customers, media and analysts by offering exceptional customer service and top-notch products. Companies and organizations of all sizes rely on Barracuda Networks solutions for these key reasons.

• With no software to install, all Barracuda Networks products are easy to deploy and use. 
• All Barracuda Networks products feature an intuitive Web user interface that ensures smooth product management.  
• Barracuda Networks does not charge per user, per port or per server licensing fees making its solutions the most affordable integrated network solutions available 
• Every Barracuda Networks solution comes backed by automatic Barracuda Energize Updates which ensure continuous protection against the latest threats

Barracuda Networks’ product portfolio includes: Barracuda Spam and Virus Firewall, Barracuda Web Filter, Barracuda IM Firewall, Barracuda Web Application Firewall, Barracuda SSL VPN, Barracuda Load Balancer, Barracuda Link Balancer, Barracuda Message Archiver, Barracuda Backup Service, and the BarracudaWare software portfolio. Combining its own award-winning technology with powerful open source software, Barracuda Networks solutions deliver easy to use, comprehensive security, networking, and data protection products. Barracuda Central, an advanced 24/7 operations center manages data centers for all service-based offerings and works to continuously monitor and block the latest Internet threats.

Toggle Networks TrueVault™, is the most reliable and secure data protection technology in Canada.  TrueVault™ strategically delivers both geopolitically and geographically stable data storage through its disaster recovery optimized Canadian data centre.

TrueVault™ backup and recovery software is powered by a world-class infrastructure optimized for secure long-term storage and rapid recovery.  Hosting is provided with Canada’s most stable Internet connectivity and an infrastructure engineered with 99.9% uptime.  TrueVault™ enables the easiest and most accurate recovery of lost or corrupted files from anywhere at anytime through the industry’s only seamless archiving and recovery technology.  Files and data changes are securely encrypted, transferred and stored with the industry’s only full-copy recovery technology.  Easy-to-use granular and global policies enable retention of only the files and historical versions that matter most. 

HP Drives Down Enterprise Costs with Expanded Information Workflow Solutions

HP announced an expanded portfolio of offerings for enterprise organizations seeking to drive efficiency, cost savings and environmental responsibility into their imaging and printing operations.

Designed to help enterprise customers optimize and manage their imaging and printing environments and improve document workflows, the new offerings include two high-speed scanners, extensibility platform capabilities, fleet management software, solutions for telecommuters, and five large-format devices.

"Companies are searching for ways to reduce costs, increase efficiency and improve environmental soundness," said David Murphy, senior vice president, LaserJet and Enterprise Solutions, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. "The offerings announced today help customers meet their immediate challenges and provide a foundation for emerging stronger once the economy stabilizes."

Optimized infrastructures - for the office and the telecommuter

IDC estimates that by 2013 the telecommuter workforce will grow to nearly 10 million in the United States. HP is making it easier for enterprise employees to work from home more effectively.

Through an HP Managed Print Services contract, IT-sponsored telecommuters receive an integrated bundle of technical support, a multifunction printer (MFP), up to three months of initial supplies and a convenient portal to replenish supplies over the life of the contract.

The solution provides IT managers with a consistent, cost-effective implementation of a home office printing environment. The telecommuter bundles include the recently announced HP Officejet Pro 8500 AiO Series as well as the HP LaserJet CM1312nfi MFP and HP LaserJet M1522n MFP. These highly reliable and productive devices offer low cost of ownership, low energy consumption and compact, space-saving sizes.

Optimize information capture with new scanners and software

HP has broadened its portfolio of dedicated enterprise scanners to meet the needs of document-intensive environments. New scanners include:

* The HP Scanjet Enterprise 7000n Document Capture Workstation - featuring the HP Easy Select control panel - is an easy-to-use, shared, A4 sheet-fed document capture solution with fast, reliable paper handling and superb network manageability for large workgroups and enterprise customers. Designed to improve and simplify document workflows, the scanner attaches to the network through a direct Ethernet connection without a PC. With HP Precision Feed Technology, users can quickly and securely capture and integrate a variety of sensitive hard-copy documents, such as loan applications, invoices and other records, into electronic workflows. Additionally, this ENERGY STAR® version 1.1 qualified product helps customers reduce energy costs by using HP Web Jetadmin to preset sleep and wake modes.

New devices include the HP Designjet T1120 SD-MFP, HP Designjet T1120 HD-MFP, HP Designjet 4520 HD-MFP and 4520 Scanner, HP Designjet T1120 Printer series and HP Designjet 4020/4520 Printer series. These offerings can save enterprises up to 15 to 30 percent off total large-format printing costs and provide up to 10 times faster response from click-to-print and improved overall print quality with crisper lines and smoother renders.

HP Web Jetadmin seamlessly integrates the expanded HP Designjet portfolio within existing networks and allows large-format printing devices to be remotely managed as part of a diverse printing fleet. The new large-format printers, MFPs and software are integrated into the HP Managed Print Services offerings, enabling customers to reduce printing infrastructure costs, increase uptime and achieve predictable, consistent service delivery across multiple locations.

For more information visit www.hp.ca or call a VODA representative for all your HP printer needs!

Microsoft Introduces Windows Server for Small Businesses!

As expected, Microsoft introduced a version of its Windows Server OS for small businesses with 15 users or less, filling in what the company sees as a gap in its server offerings.

By Elizabeth Montalbano

April 01, 2009 — IDG News Service — As expected, Microsoft Wednesday introduced a version of its Windows Server OS for small businesses with 15 users or less, filling in what the company sees as a gap in its server offerings.

Windows Server 2008 Foundation initially will be available in 40 countries once its OEM (original equipment manufacturer) partners release servers for the new OS, since it will be sold exclusively through them. Hewlett-Packard, Dell and IBM should have those servers out sometime in the second half of this year, according to Microsoft.

For full article click here!

VODA Tip

Shortcut keys can save you a lot of time in Microsoft Word.  Sometimes, however, a frequently used command may not have a shortcut key or you may wish to assign it a different shortcut key.

To create or edit a shortcut key, follow these steps:

1. Click the Office button

2. Select Word Options

3. Click Customize

4. Beside Keyboard shortcuts click Customize

5. Use the Categories box to select the category for the command to which you would like to assign a new shortcut

6. Locate the command in the Commands box and select it

7. Click inside the box labeled Press new shortcut key 8. Press your shortcut key

9. You will see if the shortcut key is assigned to a different command. You can overwrite it, or press Delete to undo the shortcut key

10. Click Assign

Quote of the Month

Spring makes its own statement, so loud and clear that the gardener seems to be only one of the instruments, not the composer.

— Geoffrey B. Charlesworth

Product of the Month - IBM Product Solutions

IBM has been in the information technology (IT) industry since that industry began, and we've seen it change many times. Often, IBM has led those changes. Today, IBM is again aligned around a single, focused business model: innovation. IBM takes its breadth and depth of insight on issues, processes and operations across a variety of industries, and invents and applies technology to help solve its clients' most important business and competitive problems.

VODA Computer Systems now has a great IBM Product page on our website. For more information on IBM products click here!

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