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Google Docs Upgraded!

bdusablon — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 05:43:09 +0000

Google Docs just got much closer to becoming the perfect solution for small businesses and non-profits. Why buy Microsoft Office when you can do everything in the cloud, and seamlessly collaborate in real time?

Check out this quick overview:

Read more on the official Google Docs blog.

Does your small business or non-profit want to know more about using Google Apps and/or Google Docs? We’ve had several successful implementations and can help you out today!

Stop wasting time with the old way of doing things, and jump into the cloud and embrace this new technology! It will save you time and money, and we’ll show you how!

Google Apps Sync for Microsoft Outlook

bdusablon — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:33:57 +0000

Have you considered Google Apps for your business? Here’s an overview of the transition – very simple, and very cost-effective. Contact us to see how we can help you make the switch!

Push Up the Web

bdusablon — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:36:51 +0000

This post is an effort to improve the web. Push Up the Web is a great site that has a simple plugin that checks users’ browsers and recommends they upgrade.

Pushup only targets browser versions that are considered to hinder the progression of the web in it’s current state. By doing this users that are not on the latest version won’t be bothered by Pushup until they really need to upgrade.

If we all do this, it will help improve the web across the board. I will be adding it to client sites unless they have objections.

Check it out here: pushuptheweb.com

Tech Tip – Save Your Money on Anti-Virus Tools

bdusablon — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:46:43 +0000

Don’t spend money on anti-virus software like Symantec or Norton. Microsoft and many others have free tools that are as good or better, and are less bloatware that bog down your system.

Microsoft Security Essentials
Spybot Search & Destroy
And, of course,
more secure browsers help. I hope you’re not using IE…

If you have any questions or need help with configuration or installation, contact me.

Klein Collins Tiger Belles Site Launched

bdusablon — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 04:56:09 +0000

The KC Tiger Belles site was launched last week. We used WordPress, and incorporated a gallery and forums for the alumni.

New Texas Rugby Union Site Launched

bdusablon — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 04:10:41 +0000

We have launched the new Texas Rugby Union site. It’s built on WordPress, using a modified theme (Busy Bee) from WooThemes. We’ve incorporated Google Apps (calendar, docs, etc) for the schedule and the standings pages. HUGE improvement over the previous edition, and uber-flexible for the future.

$99 Summer Blog Special

bdusablon — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:23:07 +0000

We are happy to announce a summer blog special. For $99, you get a fully-hosted blog (one year of free hosting), blog setup and access to over 50 themes. In addition, we’ll provide some simple instructions for using the blog.

Now’s the time to get yourself online, get a family blog to share photos with your friends and family, or just rant about a topic.

If you’re interested, simply fill out the form below, and we’ll begin the process. We look forward to working with you!

Texas Rugby Union Redesign

bdusablon — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:56:31 +0000

The TRU has chosen Duce Enterprises to redesign their website and add more functionality. We will be incorporating Google Apps, Forms and several news feeds. I’ll keep you posted on the progress.

The before:

The after:

New Project: Homes of St. Mark Website

bdusablon — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 15:37:23 +0000

We’ve been selected to work with Homes of St. Mark, an adoption services non-profit in Houston. We’ll be creating two websites for them. First, a redesigned main site with new features. Second, a community site for families they’ve helped to keep in touch and share resources. We’ll be using WordPress for both, and we’re starting this month!

The before:

The after:
Coming soon!

50% Discount for Non-Profits

bdusablon — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:37:14 +0000

I’ve had such a great experience working with non-profits in the past, I wanted to extend this generous offer. As an officer with a non-profit myself, I understand the financial challenges facing most non-profit organizations, but I’m also aware of the great need for a solid online presence that helps draw in donors and volunteers. If you work for or with a non-profit, let them know what we’re doing here and I’d be happy to work with them to improve their online presence.