August 2009

In this Issue:

Fortinet Solutions

NEC Trade-in-Program

HP Energy Star

VODA Tip

Quote of the Month

Product of the Month

Ask the VODA Expert

Latest Virus Threats

Resourses

   VMWare Server Virtualization

   NVidia: Meant to be played

   Ergotron - Workspace         Planner

   Symantec - Backup Exec         Challenge

   3D Maps

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Fortinet Solutions

Fortinet's award-winning security systems and subscription services protect the networks of more than 25,000 customers worldwide with a powerful blend of ASIC-accelerated performance, integrated multi-threat response, and constantly-updated, in-depth threat intelligence. This unique combination gives these customers the highest level of network, content, and application security while reducing their total cost of ownership and providing them with a flexible, scalable path for expansion.

Customers of Every Size

Thanks to specialized FortiASIC™ processors that are purpose-built for security content and network processing, Fortinet products deliver full, multi-layered security that scales from desktop appliances for remote office/branch office (ROBO) deployments all the way to chassis-based solutions for the largest telecommunications providers. Fortinet products meet the needs of enterprises of all sizes, telecommunications carriers, managed security service providers (MSSPs), and Small-to-Medium Businesses (SMBs).

Read more about Fortinet solutions for specific customer types.
 

Enterprise Network Security Solutions Telecommunications Network Security Managed Service Providers Security Products Network Security For Small Business
Enterprise Telecommunications
Carriers
Managed Security
Service Providers
(MSSP)
SMB & Remote
Branch/Office

Solutions with Every Security Technology Needed

FortiGate® appliances deliver complete threat protection within a single solution: firewall, intrusion prevention system (IPS), VPN, traffic shaping, antivirus, antispyware, antispam, web filtering, and application control (e.g., IM and P2P). FortiWifi™ appliances add an integrated 802.11 wireless access point to support remote offices, POS deployments at retail stores, broadband-connected telecommuter sites, and flexible offerings by wireless service providers. And, since all these technologies are covered by a single device license, organizations can deploy any mix of them to complement existing security systems, and expand functionality at their own pace without investing in additional hardware or software.

Read more about Fortinet security technologies.

Security for Every Industry

In a connected world, every organization needs a solution that delivers network, content, and application security without degrading network availability or uptime. Fortinet customers span a wide range of industries, including education, financial services, government, healthcare, manufacturing, retail/hospitality, and more.

Read more about Fortinet solutions by specific industry.


NEC Business Advantage Trade-in-Program

 


NEC Display Solutions' Replacement and Recycling Program

Upgrade to the latest NEC Technology

Total Trade makes is simple for individuals and businesses to remove and dispose of currently deployed technology products as part of an upgrade to new NEC Display Solutions displays, while lowering procurement costs and, consequently, total cost of ownership (TCO).

Get Started

Click here for 1 - 20 unit trade-ins

Click here for more than 20 unit trade-ins


Why Use Total Trade?

Return on your investment.  Reduces the cost of new NEC Display Solutions technology by helping you realize value from your pre-owned equipment.

Be earth friendly. NEC Display Solutions takes every measure to ensure that your company's non-working trade-in monitors are recycled in accordance with all EPA requirements and guidelines.

Hassle-free removal. For trades of more than 20 units, NEC Display Solutions offers you the convenience of having your old technology products (both working and non-working) removed from employees' desks, packed up, palletized and removed from your workplace without your having to lift a finger. NEC Display Solutions also offers installation service for your newly purchased monitors, saving you even more time, effort and costs.

 

 


What is Energy Star?


HP's ENERGY STAR® qualified products save you money by reducing energy costs and helps protect the environment without sacrificing features or performance. HP is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR label.

What is ENERGY STAR?

Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. HP is committed to offering products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. The more energy we can save through energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change.

HP ENERGY STAR qualified products:

  • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads by about 15%, and up to 30% in warmer climates
  • Use about half as much electricity – saving half in utility costs
  • Automatically go into "sleep" mode after periods of inactivity
  • Computers use 75% less energy in "sleep" mode
  • Copiers use 40% less energy in "sleep" mode

Lists of ENERGY STAR qualified HP products:

  • More than 90% of HP Notebook PC platforms
  • 41% of HP Desktop PC platforms
  • 88% of HP Display Monitors
  • HP printing and imaging products
  • 100% of HP workstation platforms
ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks

 

 



VODA Tip

Lock your computer before you go!
A quick way to log on and off your computer when you have to step away from it for a few minutes.  It will save you time as you won't have to log off and then back on again.  Instead you can just "Lock" your computer while you're away from it temporarily.  Please note that this will not work in all network environments or all operating systems.  But you can still give it a try:

To lock your computer press the Windows button (bottom left of your keyboard) and the letter "L" at the same time. 

If it works your screen will go blank except for a message that says:

"This computer is in use and has been locked by (Your Username).  To unlockthis computer press CTRL+ALT+DEL and type in your password"

This can be a great, easy to use way to lock your computer.  It doesn't work on all computers though.  If it doesn't work on your computer you'd have to contact your network administrator to ask them about it.

 

Quote of the Month

I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.

— Booker T. Washington


Product of the Month - Xerox ColorQube 9200




 

 

 

 

 

 

PAY LESS. WASTE LESS. STRESS LESS.

A NEW TAKE ON COLOR PRINTING COSTS:
Our revolutionary new colour multifunction printer utilizes cartridge-free solid ink technology to shatter price barriers to printing everyday business documents in colour. It also substantially reduces waste. ColorQube™ 9201/9202/9203 is the world’s first tabloid/A3-size solid ink advanced MFP, and our easiest colour printing technology yet.  

LOW COST COLOR:
Now you can afford to print colour in every document every day. The ColorQube 9200 series offers a variety of billing plans to make the price of colour affordable for offices everywhere.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRINTING:
Let the ColorQube 9200 series help put you on the path to a greener workplace.

  • 2009 Energy Star Qualified
  • Reduce Printing Waste
  • Reduce Paper Consumption
  • Clean, Safe, Solid Ink
  • Smaller Carbon Footprint
  • Cartridge free means local recycling
  • Responsible Materials
  • Free GreenPrint Software

For more information please contact a VODA sales rep today!

 

Ask the VODA Expert

Q: What Are the Major Benefits of a Netbook?

A: The short answer is: portability, mobility and price.

One of the benefits of a netbook is that you can throw it in your jacket’s pocket or your handbag and you’re good to go. No need to carry an extra laptop bag or anything like that.

Another netbook benefit is that do to its lightweight size, you don’t have to worry about your shoulder becoming all numb. If you have to lug around a heavy desktop replacement, you probably know what I mean. 

One of the most important benefits of a netbook the fact that you can use it, anywhere, anytime to do the most basic computing tasks.

 

 

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