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Lotus is alive and well, thank you very much
DominoPower Magazine - January 2007
In this important pre-Lotusphere editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz refutes the claim that "Lotus is now a forgotten division of IBM".
Looking forward to 2007
DominoPower Magazine - December 2006
Another year is coming to an end, which of course means another year is about to begin. Funny how that works. As the new millenia turns one year older, our thoughts turn to the happenings of the past year and wishes for the year to come.
Save yourself some tech support hassles with DominoPower
DominoPower Magazine - May 2006
It's a holiday weekend here in the U.S. We all know what that means: extra work doing family tech support. Mom and Dad, Grandma and Aunt Lucy have all saved up their dumbest and most annoying tech support problems, just waiting for you to arrive and fix them. But, in the spirit of the Memorial Day, we'll take pity on all our readers who are in the trenches of the tech support war. For a short time, we'll waive our usual site-license fee and sign up your company, group, school, or organization en mass to DominoPower at no charge.
From New Jersey to Palm Bay, Florida
DominoPower Magazine - August 2005
Over the past week, we've gotten a number of concerned emails and voice mails, most of which we haven't yet been able to return. No, we haven't been swallowed by a sea monster. Instead, we've been moving -- from North Brunswick, New Jersey to Palm Bay, Florida. For the exciting story, read this article.
Ozzie jumps to Microsoft -- what does it mean for Lotus?
DominoPower Magazine - March 2005
On March 10, Microsoft announced that it acquired Groove Networks and that the company's founder, Ray Ozzie, will assume the role of chief technical officer, reporting to Bill Gates, with responsibility for influencing corporatewide communication and collaboration offerings and associated platform infrastructure. Since Ozzie is also the original creator of Lotus Notes and, as recently as this past January, was featured at the opening session of Lotusphere many of our readers have been asking what this means for Lotus and the future of Notes and Domino. Senior Technical Editor Mick Moignard shares his perspective on this interesting issue.
How Elvis entered the building and CES went out the window
DominoPower Magazine - January 2005
As always, your esteemed ZATZ editorial staff was on the case, prepared to cover CES in full. Unlike in previous years, uh, something happened on the way to the convention center. You see, Denise Amrich and David Gewirtz -- the two co-founders of ZATZ Publishing -- got married. And, yep, CES went out the window. To make things even more interesting, Elvis is part of the story.
Geek out the vote!
DominoPower Magazine - September 2004
When you think about technological innovations, you might think about computers, cellular phones, or even rockets. Yet none of these innovations have changed the world like the simple concept we've grown to know as voting. No matter who you support or what your cause, that single, simple action of voting connects you to free people throughout the world, back through history, and forward into an unknown, but hopeful future. This article announces a special program that should encourage you to get out, register, and vote.
The six stages of incident handling
DominoPower Magazine - September 2004
In the course of business, bad things are bound to happen; the question is how we respond to them. Do we strive for higher principles, to make the ethical choices even when controversial things happen? This interesting article by Stephen Northcutt helps you understand the six stages of incident handling when it comes to an IT ethics challenge. It's important reading for every IT manager.
Seven myths, exposed
DominoPower Magazine - August 2004
A few months ago I asked you to tell me your favorite Notes and Domino myths. We got a number of short responses and a great essay by Notes developer Richard Wheadon that just needs to be shared. Here are his comments.
A foolproof way to avoid the nasty summer sun
DominoPower Magazine - June 2004
It's summer. And you know what that means: the big blue room and that bright yellow round thing. No matter how much you might want to hide in your cave, somehow, you're going to have to go outside. You need a foolproof excuse, and we've got it. Read this article to learn a foolproof way to avoid the nasty summer sun.
What are your favorite Notes and Domino myths?
DominoPower Magazine - May 2004
Anything that has wide use or notoriety eventually develops a degree of mythos attached to it. Myths, urban legends, and rumors often abound. week, in OutlookPower, we're running a great article about seven of Outlook's more enduring myths. This got us thinking: what about the greatest Notes and Domino myths? What are the interesting urban legends, myths, misconceptions, and stories about Notes and Domino?
WebSphere and Workplace and Notes, oh my!
DominoPower Magazine - February 2004
There's a lot of FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) being flung around about our old friends, Notes and Domino. Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz takes a look at IBM, the company, to give you some perspective. This important article gives you five things you should think about as you plan your future.
Celebrating flight across the years and across the magazines
DominoPower Magazine - December 2003
This article is the introduction to our series honoring 100 years of flight. It's repeated in each of our magazines this month. Be sure to read the fifteen special articles across all our magazines for some amazingly powerful stories in honor of this special anniversary.
A quick call for writers
DominoPower Magazine - July 2003
Wanna be famous? Consider writing for DominoPower Magazine. We've got a bunch of great writers contributing to DominoPower, but we're also stealing some of our technical experts to help us launch the forthcoming WebSpherePower Magazine. As a result, we've got some great opportunities for you to contribute to DominoPower.
Lotus acquires Aptrix, announces Lotus Workplace Content Development
DominoPower Magazine - July 2003
IBM today announced the expansion of the Lotus Workplace product portfolio. Lotus will now offer a Web content management solution called Lotus Workplace Content Development. This offering is made possible by today's acquisition of Aptrix, an Australian-based Web content management vendor and long-time IBM business partner.
The great port 80 conspiracy
DominoPower Magazine - January 2003
This is the one where our maximal leader tells you a story about networks, cable companies, phone companies, coffee, and chocolate. If you've been curious about the state of the DominoPower network for the past few months, this "server-side chat" will definitely interest you.
Dan at 100 tips and counting
DominoPower Magazine - March 2002
Having just written his 100th tip for DominoPower's weekly tip mailing, Senior Technical Editor Dan Velasco reflects on this rewarding experience. In this article, Dan shares his tip-writing philosophy, asks you for your feedback, and recaps five of his favorite tips.
Keeping calm, keeping sane, and what comes Rnext
DominoPower Magazine - November 2001
The economy, terrorism, Anthrax, planes crashing, unemployment...the stress is getting to us all. In his editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz shares some ideas on how you can manage your own stress level and find some peace of mind in troubled times, plus there's a new beta of Rnext in town which should brighten everyone's day.
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
DominoPower Magazine - September 2001
All of us at ZATZ are deeply saddened by tragedies in New York, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania and we extend our sympathies and condolences to those affected. On the day of the disaster, and for the two following days, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz posted commentaries about the crisis to our news pages. Those commentaries are contained in this solemn editorial.
Petty greed on a grand scale
DominoPower Magazine - July 2001
Over the past few months, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz has become aware of certain behaviors and actions that have the potential to impact most of us on a grand scale. In this month's editorial, he details these scourges of the Internet and operating systems, and issues some calls to action. This is an important article to read if you want to continue to enjoy the benefits of the Internet and computers in future years.
Together, maybe we really can change the world
DominoPower Magazine - June 2001
There's important business to discuss in this month's editorial from Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz. Not only is long-time employee Heather McDaniel embarking on an exciting 400-mile bike journey to raise money to help find a cure for AIDS, but it's also time to announce the winner of last month's DominoPower Scavenger Hunt.
Win a free technical training course in DominoPower's very first scavenger hunt
DominoPower Magazine - May 2001
In order to encourage you to learn more about our fabulous advertisers, we've created the Official DominoPower Scavenger Hunt. Why not take a five-minute break and play? It's your chance to win a free professional development course from The Learning Continuum Company, which is sure to give your career a boost.
I love it when a plan comes together
DominoPower Magazine - March 2001
All three ZATZ publications are now equipped with search engines so that you can more easily access the vast wealth of resources stored in our back issues. In this month's editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz details the long struggle that went into making this possible.
Light at the end of the carpal tunnel
DominoPower Magazine - March 2001
Having watched others fall to the dreaded carpal tunnel syndrome, Senior Technical Editor Dan Velasco grew introspective when he began suffering from pains in his hands and wrists. In this month's @DbColumn, Dan considers what life would be like if he were physically unable to program, and he shares some of the technology he uses to lessen the odds of suffering a catastrophic repetitive stress injury.
Talking about tips
DominoPower Magazine - February 2001
Having just written his 50th tip for DominoPower's weekly tip mailing, Senior Technical Editor Dan Velasco reflects on this rewarding experience. In this article, Dan shares his tip-writing philosophy, asks you for your feedback, and recaps five of his favorite tips.
DominoPower's Best of Lotusphere 2001 Awards
DominoPower Magazine - February 2001
Roll out the red carpet and strike up the band. It's time for the DominoPower Best of Lotusphere 2001 Awards, presented by Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz and Senior Technical Editors Dan Velasco and Richard Echeandia. Find out who takes home the prize in such categories as Best Session, Most Original Booth, and Coolest Schwag.
Elvis in Orlando
DominoPower Magazine - January 2001
DominoPower's editorial team will be down at Lotusphere in force, and they'll be looking for worthy recipients of the prestigious DominoPower Best of Lotusphere Awards. In this month's editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz offers some tips on how your company can get our attention. As for Elvis...you'll have to read the article.
Introducing PalmPower's Enterprise Edition
DominoPower Magazine - November 2000
Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz introduces you to the brand new PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition.
Is Notes a virus?
DominoPower Magazine - November 2000
Just when he thinks he's out, it pulls him back in. In this month's editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz explains how once the Notes virus infects your resume, it's impossible to get free of it.
The one where my TV crashed
DominoPower Magazine - October 2000
There used to be a joke that asked "If you combine computers with televisions, how will consumers react when their TVs crash?" When Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz's TV crashed, however, it was no longer a joking matter. In this month's editorial, he considers how the old idea of interactive TV has morphed into a not-yet-mature, but compelling, solution
The battle over Napster
DominoPower Magazine - August 2000
The only thing Napster grabs more of than MP3s is news headlines. In this month's editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz examines the battle over Napster and what it means for the future of music, video, software, books, and any other form of digitized media.
How have we helped?
DominoPower Magazine - March 2000
In this month's short editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz talks a bit about the process of developing a business plan for ZATZ:Pure Internet Publishing. Then, in a fit of shamelessness, he asks you to send him letters about how much you love DominoPower.
Ode to our Senior Technical Editors
DominoPower Magazine - February 2000
Here at ZATZ, we've been fortunate enough to attract four wonderful Senior Technical Editors, Richard Echeandia, Claire Pieterek, Jason Perlow, and Dan Velasco. In this month's editorial, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz explains the role of Senior Technical Editor and just how these four key people help to make the journal a success. Whether you've ever wondered what Senior Technical Editors do, or you've just been concerned with growing your own career, you owe it to yourself to read this article.
Welcome to the new millennium
DominoPower Magazine - January 2000
Somehow, our intrepid leader managed to get Bill Clinton, Milli Vanilli, Karen Carpenter, cigars, loincloths, IBM, Eudora, pointy-eared Vulcans, flush-toilets, and Charlemagne all into one reasonably lucid editorial. What can we say? Read it and see if he somehow succeeds in pulling it off.
Inside the world's first mobile magazine network
DominoPower Magazine - September 1999
On Tuesday, August 17, 1999, ZATZ:Pure Internet Publishing (that's us!) and AvantGo, Inc. announced the availability of the world's first mobile magazine network, available mutually through ZATZ.com and AvantGo.com. This is the first time that a complete network of magazines has been made available for mobile device users. In this article, we'll take you through some of our experiences in setting up this capability, some of the design decisions we made, and some of the discoveries we made once the service went live. For you webmasters out there, this article will also help prepare you for implementing your own mobile delivery systems.
It's not Y2K, it's stupidity!
DominoPower Magazine - September 1999
Tonight, I decided to get on my soapbox. Hundreds of thousands of people read our publications. Maybe if we all started a "let's not be friggin' stupid" campaign, Y2K would work out fine. You're all pretty influential folks. Don't ignore your companies' Y2K efforts. Check into them. Make sure they're spending time making critical systems work and not screwing around being idiotic. Let's try not to put the fate of the world into the hands of a bunch of poorly-trained temps reading off a script.
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