I stumbled across an explanation that made me love the web.  This is high quality geek-speak explaining the how what where and why of basic DNS.  Excellent inroductory and refresher on a very important element in Windows networks.  This tutorial is hosted at: http://www.block.net.au/help/dns-basics/

DNS Configuration In A Windows Domain Environment - Back To Basics

OK, DNS....Welcome to the world of the single most misconfigured part of windows networking out there...Why? Because there is a lack of understanding of how DNS works, and in particular, how it works within a Windows based Domain Environment utilizing Active Directory....

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Basic advice for email and web users to thwart viruses:

• Be wary of virus activity at all times.  Viruses have 3 points of entry:  Internet, Email, and removable media such as USB sticks or floppy disks.
• Always run an up-to-date antivirus program, even on Macs.  There are many excellent and free AV programs available such as AVG or Avira free editions that can be downloaded from CNET's download.com.

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We are frequently asked to give recommendations on products.  Here are our favorite vendors, manufacturers, and software:

Thinkgeek.com - Cool, fun and often useful gadgets.

Tigerdirect.com - Best vendor for hardware components.  After working with Tigerdirect for many years, we have noticed their improved shipping times, customer service and website enhancements. 

Dell - has excellent sales support and better-than-the-rest technical support, highly recommended for residential and small business equipment.

Amazon.com - Excellent website navigation and recommendation system

Accessory Geeks - Great site for cell phone accessories

Logitech - recomended peripherals

Liquid Web - Our preferred web hosting provider.

Xioxide - preferred vendor of specialty computer cases

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Many thanks to everyone listed on this page.  Each one has helped us in a special way and we are grateful! 

• MaryLou Janiga - Account Executive and Internet Marketing Specialist at Viamedia TV, proudly presenting Wowway Cable Services and Viamedia Online.
• Angela Smith - Retail Blogger at annarbor.com - Send her your tips on deals and store happenings in Ann Arbor here.
• Dave Kozler - Printer and Toner Vendor - www.precisionprinterservices.com/
• Megan Plummer - Web Designer, Project Manager - http://www.definedbyeye.com/
• Ken Roesler - Corporate Off-Lease Computers - Refurbished Computer Vendor - www.corporateoff-leasecomputers.com/
• Joe McKeone - JP McKeone Insurance Agency - Provider of business and personal insurance and financial planning - www.mckeone.com
• LaPalm Consulting - Host Providers and Network Consultants - www.mlapalm.com/
• Mike Denja - Funtainhead IT - www.fountainheadit.com/

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