| Tricks and tips... |
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| Ask advice from experienced and longstanding
companies about the choice of a library management software. Micro Craft
has gained nearly 15 years experience… |
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| Don't cut down on the quality of IT hardware,
networks or backup systems. |
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| Always assess your memory and hard disk needs
with a safety margin of at least 20% |
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| Always provide for a backup system: CD writer,
Zip, Jazz, DAT tape reader |
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| Protect your IT equipment against theft! Alarm
system, etc… |
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| Protect
your IT equipment against storms with lightning arresters. |
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| If your equipment is subject to power failure,
install uninterruptable power supply systems (UPS) |
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| Avoid working with unstable systems, such as
Windows ME. Prefer systems such as Windows 7 or Windows 8 Pro. This will
save you maintenance costs. |
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Subscribe to fixed price Internet solutions
such als ADSL, cable television or other Internet access providers.
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| If you only need a server for Socrate, a Linux
server will do the job and save you the price of a Windows Server licence
(900 EUR ex VAT) |
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| Laser printers need less consumables and hence
are more economical than inkjet printers. |
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| If you have many workstations and/or distant
workstations to run, the "Terminal Server" solution in Windows 2000 Server
can save you a lot of money. However, the implementation must be carried
out with rigour and method! |
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| If you lack space on the loan counter, use flat
screens. They are less costly than adapting or buying a new counter... |
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| If you are looking for a FREE, Word-like word
processor and its Office suite, visit: http://www.openoffice.org/ |
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