Last week I decided to make some changes to DSC (Diversified SubContracting) this is an independent contracting service I have been trying to get going for 10 years. It has had it's up and downs in the past and I hope this will bring it around.One of the reasons is I need a change in policy.
First thing I did was get an email for DSC with gmail (installs.by.dsc@gmail.com), google has a sites for devoloping an online presence with a free website (http://sites.google.com/site/dscinstalls/.) There is also google documents for storing documents and templates for modifying documents. I have modified some templates for what I hope will work out fine. I still have some fine print to add. Still need to set up some policies (possible mileage, and payments).
I am trying to keep this as cost effective as possible. Last year about this time I was having issues with some Windows XP software and viruses on 3 computers, so took a leap over to open source Linux software. I have to say it does take getting use to, but I'm glad I did for the most part Linux has proven to be far more stable than I had expected, plus it's down loadable, and upgradeable. If windows has a program, Linux has one just as good if not better. There are even live cd versions you don't need a hard drive to use it.
I was also able to find and refurbish some computers, I loaded them with Linux and gave them away, I may keep them and try to sell some while I'm still learning Linux, but that brings another dilema where am I going to get the room to do the work for that idea? I am in serious need for a storage area and workspace.
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