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(Computer Article)Dealer Software Labels
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
The most frequent e-mail this column gets is questions about software for dealers. The second most frequent is questions about label-making programs.
A lot of the questions are about Labels Unlimited by Softkey International, which we reviewed in the November 1994 issue. Many readers must ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Classic Problems
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
There are a few classic problems that every computer user will encounter. These problems are not specific to antiques software, but antiquers may have more trouble with them because antiquers seldom operate in an office environment with a computer guru close at hand.
One of ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Digital Cameras
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
This column has said very little about digital cameras because they have developed so quickly. For several years, any camera one purchased would be obsolete and overpriced within a month or two. The field, however, has settled down. It is possible to buy a good ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Travel and Utility Programs
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
Before discussing useful utility programs for computer users, I would like to give an update on Internet travel resources.
In the November 2001 issue, this column reported on a long trip to a Central American nation planned entirely on the Internet, including everything from what ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Software for Hand-Helds
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
Before discussing more programs for hand-held computers, here is an update on digital cameras.
Cameras and Old Computers
Digital cameras for antiquers were discussed in the September 2003 issue. It was pointed out that users of older computers that were built for Windows 95 have ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Cataloging for Collectors
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
It is a rite of autumn. As the leaves turn to red and gold, press relations representatives of software companies send out review copies of new or improved products to anyone who has ever written about computers. The crop this fall is unusually large.
I ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Business Software
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
Last month two programs for collectors were reviewed. This month it is all business?software for malls, consignment shops, and art dealers.
Mall and Consignment Software
Dealer Assistant is a program for antiques malls and consignment shops. It is easy to understand. There are no large, ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Spam
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
Unsolicited e-mail or spam is one of life's regular annoyances. Junk mail from the post office does not seem as bad, and unsolicited telephone calls have greatly decreased because of the national do-not-call list. Spam is on the increase.
Spam is usually seamy. Postal junk ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Protection and Privacy
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
Many times in the past, this column has suggested virus protection software for anyone using e-mail or browsing the Web. It is also important to download regular virus profile updates for the software. Last month we dwelt on protection from unsolicited e-mail or "spam" and ... (Read More)
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(Computer Article)Archives, Web Page Changes, and Mall Software
by John P. Reid, [email protected]
Accessible Archives
There are many useful databases available on the World Wide Web. We have often mentioned the Maine Antique Digest prices database. It includes thousands of illustrated auction results and is useful to collectors, dealers, and appraisers. Beginning in April it will be available ... (Read More)
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