Hello, I'm Jason
I live with my family in the rolling hills of Northeastern Pennsylvania. I'm a web developer by trade, but have broad experience in various business areas. Want to know more about me?
Microsoft to Acquire Anti-Virus Security Provider
Microsoft announced today that they will be acquiring Sybari Software from the state of New York to help businesses protect messaging and collaboration servers from viruses, worms, and spam. For more information, please visit: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2005/feb05/02-08SybariPR.asp.
Read MoreGotDotNet.com Workspaces
I just realized that one of the GotDotNet.com workspaces I run has lost some posts to the message board. I emailed GotDotNet.com about this and will let everyone know what comes about from it. In the meantime, it might be a good idea to check your workspace to ensure everything is intact. If anyone has posted a message to one of the workspaces I manage, please email me what you posted.
Read More.NET Valley - January Meeting Postponed
The January .NET Valley meeting will be postponed. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area is expected to get more snow tomorrow. The next meeting will be February 23rd.
Read MoreDell End-of-Year Sale!
Dell has a fantastic sale right now because it’s the end of their fiscal year. A Dell Dimension 3000 with 256 MB RAM, 40 GB HD, CD-Burner, and a 17” Flat Panel Monitor is only $449 after rebates and instant savings. The E-Value Code for that is 66766-S50104t. They also have a decent Inspiron 1150 Notebook for $649 (E-Value Code: 66766-S80106s) and a Dell Color Laser Printer 3100cn (Coupon: ?F889W6QG?HHF9) for $467.
Read MoreLeave Your Mark On Wilkes-Barre!
Join the Leadership Wilkes-Barre Class of 2005 in being part of the rejuvenation of Downtown Wilkes-Barre. The water fountain has been the focal point of Public Square since Wilkes-Barre was founded. Our class hopes to bring everyone in the community together to rebuild the walkway around this historic landmark. This project will not only bring safety and beauty back to public square but also restore a sense of community pride.
Read MoreLooking For Office Space?
Are you looking for office space? Visit www.280NorthShermanStreet.com. Coming June 2005!
Read MoreNew Website Released
I just released a new version of our website at work this afternoon. Check it out and let me know what you think.
Read More.NET Valley: Special Holiday Offers
For special .NET Valley holiday offers, visit the Members Only User Group Specials page.
Read MoreMicrosoft Conferences 2005
Microsoft’s 2005 conferences have been posted to Microsoft.com. I’ve placed a list of the larger conferences on the .NET Valley website at http://www.dotnetvalley.com/events/default.aspx.
Read MoreSprint Acquires Nextel
In a very interesting cell phone battle, Sprint announced today that it was acquiring Nextel. The $35 billion merger will make Sprint the 3rd largest cellular provider behind Verizon Wireless and Cingular Wireless. Cingular purchased AT&T Wireless last month. Who knows what’s next for the wireless market. For more about the Sprint acquisition, visit http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6716519/.
On another note (for you race fans), I wonder if the Nascar Nextel Cup will now be called the Nascar Sprint Cup.
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