SQL Server Startup Parameters

Every now and then we all have to reread something we may already know because frankly if you are like me, you can't keep everything in your head. I tend to go back over tips and tricks and even database concepts when I have time so I will maybe remember enough about it so when a problem arises I at least know where to go…

Effect of Benefits

Once upon at time, when we were employed, we received a benefits package from our employer. This usually included health, life and disability insurance. Many firms also had available pension programs, profit sharing, dental and vision coverage. In addition, one-half of your social security was paid by your employer.

Clean Concepts: Address Your Visitor’s “Pain”

This is a peer review of Inf-inet.com by Ken Hablow. Inf-inet says they are satisfied with their traffic but not their retention or conversion rate. My first comment is, building a business site (not a pure e-commerce site) for search engine based traffic is worthless since Web design is a referral business. It is one based on networking and satisfied clients.

Unsung Heroes! Small and Homebased Business Owners

The homebased and small business owner is the "Unsung Hero". Why? The small business owner and today even the homebased business owner are the cornerstones of our society. The homebased business owner employs a number of independent contractors. Small businesses account for a large percentage of our economic work force.

Finding Your Niche

Have you found your niche? If you really want to find out, you need to answer the following questions: