What:
In 14+ years of IT management and consulting I have come across a lot of new and interesting issues, it is a constant in the technical world we live in. To solve some of these issues, sometimes you just need the right tools. With that in mind, and after years of telling people where to go (in a nice way) to get these tools, I decided to put this page together. It has moved from various websites over the years to it's current and hopefully final resting place - here.

Why:
These links are a good start to help in researching issues you may be having with your system or network or just to enhance your general technical knowledge. This page has been composed over years, from various technical issues I have had to solve. I will continue to add and update these links as I encounter new issues and resolutions.

How:
I have grouped these items by category and type as well as the typical level of complexity.  General (G), is for everyday things that we all encounter and should keep up with if we have a computer - just like maintaining your car.  Intermediate (I), for the occasional more troublesome issues that pop up and Advanced (A), the more technical and sometimes nasty issues that are geared for the more technically advanced user.  Advanced items should be addressed carefully and may require getting some outside help. Within each grouping, the order indicates it's preference by me. Items at the top of each list are the better or more usable - based on my experience and opinion.

I do my best to keep this page updated, but I have a life and this website is only part of it. some items might become stale, and if you encounter this, please email me so I can update or remove it. Although I do not recommend anything I would not or have not used myself, keep in mind, that using these links and tools is at your own risk. If you encounter difficulties with any of the links or tools, contact the site administrator of the link you visited or the developer of the tool you were using.

Help:
If you are in over your head and need personal help and your local to the Tampa Bay area, [if your not and are willing to pay airfare - I can still help :)]  I may be able to consult with you in the evening or on the weekends, as this is not my full time day job.  My standard rates are $100/hr for consulting and field visits (plus travel when required), and $50/hr for webmaster work, with a (1) hour minimum for both with additional time billed in (15) minute increments.