Category Archives: Small Business Solutions

Codero Adds Quad and Dual Cores to Server Line.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: September 1, 2010

I’ve already written about one of our new server additions…we’ve also added 2x Xeon Quad Core 2.26 GHz. This multi-processer server is ideal for functioning as a file server, for applications, as a database server, server virtualization and media server.

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Expanded Nehalem Microarchitecture Offering.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: August 31, 2010

Over the next months, you will not only see changes to our website design, but also changes to our sever line-up. The Core i3 Dual Core 3.07 GHz, the first level of Intel’s new processor family, is a welcome addition to Codero’s Nehalem microarchitecture offering of i5 and i7.

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Skype Connect, Formerly Skype for SIP, Is Now Out Of Beta.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: August 30, 2010

The Skype Connect business VoIP offering is officially launched and ready for new business customers. Skype software enables users to make free video and voice calls with other Skype users. How well will it be accepted?

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Help for Startups In Business Plan Competitions.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: August 25, 2010

Young startup businesses looking for mentorship, services and investors may want to take note of a new resource available to them. iStart, a new web-based platform from the Kauffman Foundation, is designed to connect entrepreneurs to a network of support to assist them in the growth of their businesses.

Also posted in Check This Out, Industry Trends, The Next Internet | Tagged Business Online Platforms, Business Plan, Business Plan Competitions, Business Tips, Entrepreneurship, iStart, Kauffman Foundation, Startups, Young Entrrepeneurs | 1 Comment

Green Hosting Reduces Carbon Footprint.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: August 18, 2010

In light of the BP oil spill this summer, everyone seems to be looking for ways to become more environmentally conscious. There is a renewed focus on energy efficiency, purchasing renewable green power and conserving conventional energy use. It’s easy to see why. The spill ultimately dumped 127 million gallons of oil into the Gulf [...]

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Who’s Really Creating New Businesses?

By Maureen Griffith | Published: August 10, 2010

If you are an entrepreneur, you may want to view the statistics surrounding startup businesses which were compiled by the Kauffman Foundation. Some data may surprise you. These interactive charts make it easy to see who is really creating new businesses and where.

Also posted in Check This Out, Online Tools | Tagged Codero, Costco, eCommerce, economy, entrepreneurs, infrastructure hosting, job growth, Kauffman Foundation, managed hosting, startup business, unemployment, venture capital | 1 Comment

What Does It Take To Be An Entrepreneur?

By Maureen Griffith | Published: July 26, 2010

It is not unusual in a down economy for entrepreneurship to rise. A crisis for a company might open up an opportunity for an employee. For some downsized staff, launching their own business and “working for themselves” is often seen as the silver lining. Do you have what it takes to successfully run your own [...]

Also posted in Latest Word, Uncategorized | Tagged Codero, digital services, economy, entrepreneurs, INC 500, job growth, Kauffman Foundation, managed hosting, startup business | 2 Comments

Startup Businesses Growing Jobs.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: July 20, 2010

As the economy and unemployment continue to make headlines, it is refreshing to find some upbeat news…especially when it concerns some of our Codero customers who are startup businesses.

Also posted in Industry Trends, Latest Word | Tagged Codero, emerging business owners, entrepreneur, Ewing Kauffman Foundation, Forrester Research, IT funding, IT job growth, IT spending, Pepperdine University study, startup business, venture capitalist, www.codero.com | 2 Comments

Small Businesses Not Covered by Credit Card Reform.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: June 24, 2010

Small businesses who borrow using credit cards should take note of a new study about credit card reform. The report states the Federal Reserve does not recommend giving business card borrows the same protections consumers received through the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility & Disclosure (CARD) Act. That consumer protection from the act included limiting some [...]

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New Marketing Tool Races to Finish First: MS Tag.

By Maureen Griffith | Published: June 1, 2010

Web 2.0 Expo San Francisco, held in May, was the perfect venue for the launch of new products and services. One of interest to the many web enthusiasts in attendance was Microsoft Tag. It just ended its beta program and is now offering services free of charge.

Also posted in Check This Out, Industry Trends, Latest Word, Online Tools, The Next Internet | Tagged barcodes, Codero, Microsoft, mobile, MS Tags, Smartphones | 3 Comments