Computer Upgrades Workshop at 2008 Oakland Small Business Symposium

Microsoft Small Business Product Overview part of Free Event Oakland, CA-May 5th, 2008, – Jeff Foss of East Bay Computer Services will talk about new Microsoft applications at 9 a.m. on May 22nd, 2008 as part of the Oakland Small Business Symposium held at the Oakland Marriott City Center, 1001 Broadway St., Oakland, CA 94607. To register, please visit www.oaklandsmallbusiness.org. Jeff will discuss issues of upgrading to the newest Microsoft Products that are currently entering the market, including how long support for Windows XP, Office 2003, and Server 2003 will be available. ''Without proper planning, changes in technology could hurt you and hurt your business. With planning, you could turn that around to help you utilize technology and make money,'' Jeff says regarding the recent focus Microsoft has given the small business community. Foss is the senior engineer at East Bay Computer Services. He sets up and services the MS Small Business Server line and deals with client upgrade issues as part of his day to day work. His background includes Novell Networking and professional training. He will give a short presentation and open the floor for questions. The Small Business Symposium is an annual event composed of workshops and panels to inform small business owners and those considering starting a business. Workshop subjects are focused on what you need to develop and grow a small business, acquiring capital, creating a business plan, advertising your business, using computers effectively, how to get government contracts, filing taxes, accounting, and much more. For more information and to register, please visit www.oaklandsmallbusiness.org.