Internet

  • Keeping multiple computers in sync

    Know the importance of keeping multiple computers in sync. Here are several proven solutions.Step up to PeerSync, starting at $299, to sync a whole network of users (www.peersoftware.com).LapLink starts at $100 (www.laplink.com), and PCAnywhere costs $180 (www.symantec.com).

     
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    Remodeling's High Tech Future

    For the past five years, the most high profile technology companies in the remodeling industry have been Internet referral services. Unfortunately, those Web-based businesses haven't had the same success that Realtor.com and Homebuilder.com have had in the real estate and home building markets...

     
  • Professional Help

    A new Web site provides a forum for professional kitchen and bath designers to share knowledge and information. The site, www.kitchenbathpros.com, is the brainchild of designer Susan Serra of Long Island, N.Y.

     
  • Wooing Clients With a Web of Marketing

    Here are some tips on how to avoid sending mixed signals with your Web site and materials.

     
  • Same Page

    For about $6 per month per user, Intranets.com provides an easy way to put everyone on the same page. For instance, you can set up an online photo gallery or a list of customer testimonials.You can try Intranets.com free for 30 days by going to the site.

     
  • Design/build associated with high end of market

    For the past 20 years, the most lucrative remodeling segment has been, not surprisingly, the high end -- that is, the wealthiest tenth of the population.

     
  • Second Look: Tim Carter

    Soon after being named to the REMODELING Big 50 in 1993, Tim Carter stopped doing home remodeling to concentrate on his new career as a columnist.

     
  • New Subcontractor Info Resource

    Contractors have a new educational resource available online at www.contractorsknowledgenetwork.org. While some resources on the network will be restricted to members of the American Subcontractors' Association, most will be available to anyone with Internet access.

     
  • Digital Daze: Upgrading Office Tech

    As remodelers struggle to integrate the hardware and software they already have, they ponder the role of new technology in their businesses.

     
  • A Product Selection E-tool

    A second-generation electrical firm owner has teamed with a business strategy consultant and Internet adviser to form a company offering contractors Web-based selection books. As the middleman, TrulyCustom earns from 2% to 10% sourcing, purchasing, and invoicing products and making sure they're...