BBC NEWS | Technology | Instant messaging grows up

I'm glad I'm not the only one who likes Gmail. I really think it is a great technology. The fact that it is currently being offered for free with ads is part of the process. I'm sure Google, post-IPO, will have plans to license it just like their search engine for intranets. PCWorld.com – Gmail:…

For Teleworkers being able to convince your company that setting up a VPN is both easy and cost effective can be a tough sell. This looks lke an interesting product offering. Setting Up A VPN is a 'SNAP': “Setting up secure network connections for remote workers can be an overwhelming task for a small business….

First post on the new View from the Isle location!

Amy is definitely using GMail more than I am right now! But with Firefox's GMail extension GMail Notifier, that's changing. I have already started to use it as my newsletter e-mail and I'm starting (after Amy's suggestion) moving some of my non-critical newsletters to GMail. I still like getting the CBC and Globe and Mail…

This is a definate ouch. And when you think about how people have said they are going to be using Gmail, well maybe they'll burn a little more of that data onto CD or DVD. I've explored online, automated bvbackup services. I guess they are better than a sharp stick in the eye, but I…

I've experienced this for sure. “Oh, sorry I forgot to include you in the email” Or “We got to talking and didn't think to call you.” Bottom line, it is unavoidable. I think you can take steps to minimize it, but you're always going to be the telecommuter. You're going to be different. But if…