Computer Shopper Magazine Announces 24th Annual Shoppers' Choice Awards

New York, NY (PRWEB) May 26, 2010

For the 24th consecutive year, Computer Shopper (http://computershopper.com) has published the results of its comprehensive annual Shoppers? Choice Awards poll, detailing its visitors? favorite computers, electronics, and places to buy technology products. The survey asked site visitors to assess the products and technologies of the preceding year in over 50 categories.

"Our Shoppers' Choice Awards recognize companies and products that deliver outstanding technology, value, and service," said John A. Burek, Editor in Chief of Computer Shopper. "This is our version of the People's Choice Awards. We let visitors to ComputerShopper.com?an exceptionally tech-savvy group of computer users?tell us which companies and products they believe are best in class."

The Shoppers' Choice Award winners were announced today at ComputerShopper.com. Reflecting the huge purchasing influence of the Computer Shopper audience, winners were picked across a broad spectrum of categories, including "Best Place to Buy Consumer Electronics," "Best Performance Desktop," and "Best Digital Camera." Thousands of voters voiced their choices, with online balloting open to all ComputerShopper.com visitors.

The winners of Computer Shopper?s 2010 Shoppers' Choice Awards are listed below and can be found online, expanded upon in detail, at http://computershopper.com/feature/the-2010-shoppers-choice-awards.

BEST DESKTOP PCs

Best Gaming/Performance Desktop PC

Alienware Aurora ALX

Best Budget/Midrange Desktop PC

HP Pavilion Series

Best All-in-One PC

Apple iMac Series

Best Small-Form-Factor/Compact PC

HP Slimline Series

Best Place to Buy Desktop PCs

Newegg.com

BEST LAPTOPS & NETBOOKS

Best Desktop-Replacement Laptop

Dell Studio XPS 16

Best Thin-and-Light Laptop

Apple MacBook/MacBook Pro

Best Budget Thin-and-Light Laptop

Toshiba Satellite T135-S1310

Best Ultraportable Laptop

Sony VAIO X-Series

Best Budget Ultraportable

HP Pavilion Dv2 1030us

Best Gaming/Entertainment Laptop

Alienware M17x

Best Business Laptop

Lenovo ThinkPad T or X Series

Best Tablet PC

HP Pavilion TX Series

Best Netbook

Asus Eee PC Series

Best Place to Buy Laptops

Newegg.com

BEST PC COMPONENTS & UPGRADES

Best Performance CPU

Intel Core i7-975 Extreme Edition

Best Budget/Midrange CPU

Intel Core 2 Duo E7600

Best PC Case

Cooler Master HAF 922

Best Performance Graphics Card

Nvidia GeForce GTX 295

Best Budget Graphics Card

TIE: Nvidia GeForce GT 240

ATI Radeon HD 5770

Best Place to Buy PC Components and Upgrades

Newegg.com

BEST PRINTERS

Best Multifunction/All-in-One Printer

HP OfficeJet Pro 8500

Best Stand-Alone Laser Printer

HP Color Laserjet Enterprise CP4025 Series

Best Dedicated Snapshot Printer

HP Photosmart A646 Compact Photo Printer

Best Stand-Alone Inkjet Printer

Canon Pixma Pro9500 Mark II

Best Place to Buy Printers

Newegg.com

BEST PERIPHERALS

Best LCD Monitor

Samsung SyncMaster T260HD

Best Input Device (Keyboard or Mouse)

TIE: Logitech Wireless Keyboard K350

Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000

Best Network Attached Storage (NAS) Device

Western Digital My Book World Edition

Best Home Networking Product

NetGear WNHDEB111 HD Gaming Wireless N Networking Kit

Best Wireless Router

Linksys WRT400N Simultaneous Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router

Best Place to Buy Peripherals

Newegg.com

BEST CONSUMER ELECTRONICS GEAR

Best Digital Still Camera

Canon PowerShot S90

Best Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam HDR-CX12

Best Smartphone

Apple iPhone 3GS (AT&T)

Best Digital Audio Player

Apple iPod Touch

Best E-Book Reader

Amazon Kindle 2

Best Place to Buy Consumer Electronics

Amazon.com

BEST SOFTWARE & SERVICES

Best Productivity Suite

Microsoft Office 2007

Best Photo-Editing Application

Adobe Photoshop CS4

Best Video-Editing Application

Adobe Premiere Pro

Best Internet-Security Program or Suite

Norton Internet Security

Best Online Backup Service

Carbonite

Best Photo Service

Snapfish

Best PC Game

Empire: Total War

Best Place to Buy Software

Amazon.com

BEST OVERALL PRODUCTS, TECHNOLOGIES & SELLERS

Most Innovative Technology or Product of 2009

Windows 7

Best Service and Support

Apple

Best Overall Retail Store to Buy Tech

Best Buy

Best Overall Online Store to Buy Tech

Newegg.com

About Computer Shopper

Computer Shopper is the premier source for actionable product reviews, comparison tools, and buying advice that empowers users to make confident purchasing decisions. http://www.computershopper.com

About SX2 Media Labs, LLC

SX2 Media Labs was founded by David Sills and Barry Schwimmer to serve passionate technology enthusiasts. The company has experienced incredible growth since acquiring ComputerShopper.com from CNET Networks and continues to expand into niche media businesses in related fields.

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Certs 4 Less Announces Support For Individual Code Signing Certificates

Chatsworth, CA (PRWEB) November 29, 2011

Certs 4 Less is excited to announce Code Signing Certificates for individual software developers. It has been a long time in the making, but the day is finally here where an individual software developer can now qualify for a Thawte Code Signing Certificate. In the past, only businesses or organizations were eligible to purchase this highly respected Code Signing Certificate. Certs 4 Less is pleased to see this new development, and is very excited to offer this new Code Signing Certificate.

Code Signing Certificates are offered on all the current platforms that Thawte supports. This means that individual software developers who develop applications for Microsoft Authenticode, Microsoft Office / VBA, Java, Apple MAC and Adobe Air are able to confidently deploy their software. Many individual developers had approached us wanting to digitally sign their code, but were unable to get a highly respected Code Signing Certificate because they did not have a formal business entity.

To help promote the use of Code Signing Certificates, Certs 4 Less is announcing an aggressive price promotion offering a $ 99 Code Signing Certificate for both individuals and businesses that need to secure their code. This promotion will run until 12/31/2011. There is no coupon or promotional code required. All Thawte Code Signing Certificates will be $ 99 for 1 year and $ 179 for 2 years.

Certs 4 Less is confident that this new offering from Thawte to support individual software developers will be welcomed in the marketplace. Freelance software developers can now secure their code from one of the largest certificate authorities in the code signing arena at an affordable price. This new support for individual developers will help to legitimize more software applications, as well as increase the adoption of individual developed software. Please check out the link below to learn more about Thawte Code Signing Certificates for both businesses and now individuals.

Link For More Information: https://www.certs4less.com/thawtecs.html

About 4 Less Communications, Inc.

In business since 1998, 4 Less Communications, Inc. offers Website and Ecommerce Hosting, Online Backup, SSL Certificates, Code Signing, and Dial-up Internet Access through their related companies. 4 Less Communications, Inc. was founded on the concept of offering the best Internet technologies with less stress, less confusion and for less money. 4 Less Communications, Inc. maintains its own data center and is proudly operated entirely in the United States.

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Pure PC, LLC Announces Official Company Launch

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) November 20, 2010

Pure PC (LLC) and its founders, in conjunction with Manaflask.com are elated to show off its first line of super powered gaming computers custom tailored for the discerning player. Pure PC is a company forged by purebred gamers from the top to the bottom who wanted to share their passion for their community by lifting the extreme and often complicated metrics of building a vastly capable machine out of the hands of the consumer for an easy, informed exchange that emphasizes peace of mind over all.

With a cutting edge upgrade ladder comprised of scalable machines running on power performing hardware such as Intel's hyper threaded i3-i7 64 bit processors that utilize state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques for the highest possible performances, Nvidia's modular SLI system for the latest 3D content, allowing any gamer to double or triple their GPU juice, and the latest ATI Radeon Series cards for amazing true high definition visuals, Pure PC is sure to cover every possible gaming demographic, from the weekend death matcher to the career mage, on top of giving them an educated selection of customization options. Machined and tooled to super car performance inside and out, constructed in the United States for unrivaled design quality with clean interiors focusing on airflow that keeps machines running ultra cool dozens of hours deep.

Unparalleled warranty with lifetime support and five astounding years of parts coverage ensure gamers keep gaming uninterrupted for as long as possible. All the underpinnings of a hardcore game company with a tranquil, peace-of-mind mentality whose drive is to build the next great gaming machine. Pure PC and its founders take pride in a product that is built from the ground up for fun and its equal distribution.

Hans Christian 'liQ' D?rr, co-founder of Manaflask: ?Manaflask is all about the community that has been built around our Guilds; Ensidia as ex Nihilum and SK / Curse, as well as For the Horde. We pick our partners very carefully, because this is not solely about business, it's about getting partners that share the same passion for MMO gaming and the community around it, it's about sponsors that are willing to support not only our players, but what I consider our bread and butter: You, the community! With Pure PC, we've added an exceptional and enthusiastic team that creates gaming monsters, and I call them that because they really are more than just ?PCs?. With their addition to our line-up, you can expect great giveaways and competitions in the very near future, so get ready to grab your chance at winning some of their babies.?

Pure Bliss

Nothing entry level about it. A zen balance of efficiency and ability. Perfectly scalable to suit every last need, from the mundane to machine guns and everywhere in between. Powered by Intel's lightning quick i3 chip, and a beefy nVidia graphics card, Bliss will keep you playing the newest games quickly at baseline, and breathtaking at maximum settings on the most demanding of displays. A minimum of 4GB of Kingston RAM ensures it. Store three thousand hours of movies or a few million songs on the insatiable Terabyte hard drive. Right out of the box. Put your whole life on it. Windows 7 home premium can manage that easily. Allow it to bring you harmony, this is computing bliss.

Pure Thrill

Inspire that free fall feeling in your stomach with every keystroke. Pure thrill pushes further onto the accelerator of gaming computing. Hammer recommended specs with a smirk on your face. The supercharged Intel i5 processor in conjunction with the super powered ATI HD 6850 graphics card help you cross the bridge between player and champion. Stunning graphics at staggering frame rates all tweaked to super car performance specifically engineered for tomorrows game. Run at enthusiasts settings without a hiccup. Smash benchmarks without breaking a sweat. This is where gamers go, this is a weapon of choice. Be thrilled.

Pure Power

Paint them green with envy, or make them blush, depending on who your talking to. Unbridled, unadulterated speed. That's what we strove for with the Pure Power. One hundred percent tweaked aftermarket quality in one easy package. Overclocked and supercharged by the time it gets to you. Handle polygon counts in the theoretical range. Frame rates beyond the human eye's detection threshold alongside ATI's HD 5870 series graphics card. Push beyond the game into high quality rendering, then jump back into a play space for a break, simultaneously and instantly with Intel's transcendent i7 processor. A few years ago you would have needed a farm of computers to equate to this monster machine. Game proof. Foolproof. Future proof. This is our manifestation of Pure Power.

Contact information:

Pure PC Offices (Corporate and Shipping)

http://www.purepconline.com

Pure PC, LLC.

2751 Electonic Ln

Dallas, TX 75220

Sales

1-888-657-1881

Mon - Sun 9:00am - 7:00pm EST

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1-888-657-1881

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SpreadSheetSuperStar.com Announces "Excel VBA Best Practices" It?s Newest Master Class That Teaches Advanced Techniques On Creating High Quality Code Quickly

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

SpreadSheetSuperStar.com announces "Excel VBA Best Practices", it?s newest Master Class that teaches advanced techniques on how to create high quality code while meeting deadlines. The course teaches professionals the fundamentals creating code using best practices such as coding standards, effective subroutine design, error handling and naming conventions. The class is delivered in weekly video lessons that use easy to understand, straight forward language. After completing the four week online video course students will understand the importance of coding standards when developing Excel VBA applications.

?One of the keys to Excel VBA programing is using best practices such as coding standards, error handling and naming conventions. The results of using best practices are that code quality increases, errors decrease and deadlines are met easily. Too often best practices are not followed in VBA development because most books and videos on the subject do not include them. When I founded SpreadSheet SuperStar I made sure to include best practices at the heart of all my courses. The Excel VBA Best Practices Master Class is a perfect introduction to creating high quality Excel VBA code and the techniques I teach in all my SpreadSheet SuperStar courses.? said Adrian Pask, Chief SuperStar.

Information about SpreadSheet SuperStar?s Excel VBA Best Practices Master Class can be found at:

http://www.spreadsheetsuperstar.com/courses/excel-vba-class/best-practices.html

About SpreadSheetSuperStar.com

SpreadSheetSuperStar.com is a website that provides free tutorials and subscription courses on Microsoft Excel, Access and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). SpreadSheet SuperStar?s Microsoft Excel and VBA tutorials and online video courses on are designed for professionals who demand pragmatic, university quality courses taught by SuperStar teachers. The website also offers online video subscription courses, as well as on location Microsoft Excel trainings worldwide. SpreadSheetSuperStar?s first course, VBA BootCamp, was launched in August 2010 and it teaches the fundamentals of automating Microsoft Excel using VBA. SpreadSheet SuperStar courses are built around software industry best practices and instruct students on how to create high quality data and financial models.

About SpreadSheet SuperStar?, LLC

SpreadSheet SuperStar?, LLC provides advanced courses on Microsoft Excel, Access and VBA. Founded in June 2010 by Adrian Pask to bring high quality trainings to the internet. All of SpreadSheet SueprStar?s courses focus on best coding practices which allow all the techniques to be applied in teams. In August 2010 SpreadSheet SuperStar LLC introduced its first online video course called VBA BootCamp which teaches advanced Microsoft Excel and VBA skills. SpreadSheet SuperStar has students from all over the world enrolled in its online video courses. In September 2011, SpeadSheet SuperStar? launched its second site, DatabaseSuperStar.com to provide online courses on Microsoft Access. Learn more at SpreadSheetSuperStar.com.

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Microsystems Announces 3BClean Version 3.0 and New Customers

Downers Grove, IL (PRWEB) August 26, 2011

Microsystems, a leader in document quality, production efficiency and risk reduction associated with document collaboration, today announced the release of 3BClean server-based metadata cleaning product version 3.0. This single platform solution ensures a company?s policies are consistently administered, whether it?s from a desktop, Smartphone, netbook, Webmail or Web-based application.

Since the July acquisition of certain key assets related to the 3BClean product from 3BView Limited, Microsystems has been working with key former employees from 3BView to provide additional development and improvements to the 3BClean product, and continues to provide world-class support to new and existing customers.

"We have worked with Microsystems for many years and rely on them for their expertise and knowledge related to our document production efforts," stated Mike Green, CIO for Nixon Peabody. "We were one of the earliest adopters of 3BClean, as we identified the increasing volume of documents emanating from e-mails generated on mobile devices. We are delighted that Microsystems has acquired the 3BClean technology and look forward to working with them in the future," continued Green.

"We are pleased to assist Microsystems in supporting and growing its metadata business," said Dr. Martin Brown, founder and former CTO of 3BView. "This release is very positive for the customers of 3BView as well as current and future customers of Microsystems, who will continue to have access to leading edge metadata detection and removal products. The technical team at 3BView was very impressed with the excellence of the team at Microsystems and we are looking forward to working closely with them."

The release of 3BClean Version 3.0 improves a user?s experience by providing additional support for cleaning embedded images, linked images, sensitive hyperlinks, Include Text fields, custom XML tags, obfuscated text, smart tags, small text and converting field codes to text.

The following firms recently licensed Microsystems metadata removal software:

In the United States: Baker & Hostetler LLP, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP, Miller Johnson Snell & Cummiskey, and O'Melveny & Myers LLP

In the United Kingdom: Maples & Calder and Speechly Bircham

The 3BClean acquisition and development reinforces Microsystems leadership position in reducing risk incurred with document collaboration, and maintains the ongoing support and enhancements of the industry?s first server-based metadata cleaning tool.

About Microsystems

Microsystems software and services drive document quality and production efficiency while reducing the risks associated with collaboration.

Specifically, DocXtools enhances the productivity of expert and non-expert Microsoft? Word users by extending the application's compare, cross reference, style, numbering and table of contents functionality and providing automation to identify and correct document issues. To reduce risk, in addition to DocXtools, Microsystems offers a technologically advanced metadata solution that prevents leakage from the burgeoning use of mobile devices as well as from the desktop.

Since 1995, Microsystems software and services have improved a law firm's ability to exceed client expectations by allowing them to deliver the highest quality work product - safely and efficiently. Microsystems is based in the western suburbs near Chicago, Illinois. For more information, visit http://www.microsystems.com or call 630.598.1100.

The 3BClean server product is sold under a license for U.S. Patent No. 7,895,276 from Lit?ra Technology LLC.

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