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Concerto Networks is Ranked #439 in the

2007 Franchise 500 by Entrepreneur

Concerto Networks, Inc., a San Diego headquartered company with franchise locations throughout the U.S., New Zealand, Spain, Ireland and the UK, is pleased to announce its ranking of 439 in the 2007 Franchise 500® by Entrepreneur Media.

The initial Franchise 500 in 1980 was the first ranking of franchises in the industry. Though other groups have compiled similar types of franchise lists, Entrepreneur's Franchise 500® is still considered the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world. Over the years, they have polished and perfected their ranking procedure, creating a formula that accurately identifies today's top franchise opportunities for their readers.

The 2007 Franchise 500 was published in December and can be viewed online at Entrepreneur's website along with complete details regarding the rankings. The print edition of the Franchise 500 by Entrepreneur Magazine is available now on newstands.

 Make Your Plan Today for 2007 Success

- It's that time for your new year resolutions to start taking shape. Are you planning any new equipment purchases? Perhaps your first server? Deciding what to purchase and how to integrate it can be a daunting task for the average small business owner. Soliciting the help of a specialist can free up your time and add expert advice to the mix.

We can help you with your 2007 plan, Contact us Today.

The latest in consumer electronics, CES 2007 highlights

For the fourth consecutive year, Concerto Networks exhibited at the International CES show in Las Vegas, NV. One of our favorite new gadgets, which simplifies getting your videos from PC to TV, was highlighted by PC World editors:

"Simple Is Best: I love useful technology I can understand in 10 seconds, and SanDisk's USBTV fits that bill perfectly. This product will let you drag and drop video onto a USB drive and--with a very simple dock connected to the TV--play it without any other fuss. Great idea, simple execution. That's the ticket. --Ramon G. McLeod"

Get the highlights from PC World Magazine in CES 2007 Picks and Pans.

Attendees arrive in Las Vegas at the 40th anniversary of the

International CES to preview all the hottest new gadgets

in the Central Hall. Source: CEA

Considering a technology purchase?  Our partners, TechDepot and CDW, can help provide your business with technology such as computer hardware and software.  You can also visit CDW's dedicated Mac Warehouse.

Technology Watch: Internet Explorer 7

Microsoft released late last year the next version of their web browser, Internet Explorer 7. The new version promises to make your journey through the online world easier and more secure. But as some of you who have made the upgrade are aware, it looks a little different and may have you asking a few "how to" questions. Microsoft offers information and training on their website, Internet Explorer 7 at a glance. One obvious change is the multiple tabs for viewing, this allows you to easily flip between searches all within in the same window. Click here to see the highlighted advantages of Internet Explorer 7.

To find out which version of Internet Explorer you have installed on your computer, simply click "About Internet Explorer" on the "Help" menu when you have a browser window open. The product and version information is displayed in the dialog box that appears. To upgrade your version of Internet Explorer, click here.

There are also some great add-ons for the new version of Internet Explorer, such as parental controls and online protection tools such as RoboForm, which allows you to securely store all of your passwords in 1 location eliminating the need to memorize hundreds of logins and passwords.

We can help your business with upgrades and advice, Contact us Today.

Protect Your Business, Insure Your Data

What would you do if a fire or natural disaster struck tomorrow and you lost all your vital business data? Did you know that 93% of companies that lost their data center for 10 days or more due to a disaster filed for bankruptcy within 1 year of the disaster? (Source: National Archives and records Administration in Washington D.C.)

Ask your Concerto Networks solution provider for more information on affordable back-up solutions.  It can be much more cost effective and affordable than you think. 

To learn more about improving your business efficiency and organization, toll-free Nationwide at 866-IT-CONCERTO (866-482-6623) to be dispatched to your local representative. Visit us online at concertonetworks.com to request service or to find out more about how we can help your business.

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About Concerto Networks® 

Concerto Networks, Inc. is an international franchise business providing professional, consistent-quality computer and business technology solutions to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Concerto Networks goes beyond simple troubleshooting and repair, providing the same holistic approach to IT support and director level management enjoyed by large companies, while offering significant savings and value to SMBs. The company's model is to build an international business technology solutions network with the expertise, processes, systems and support necessary to provide superlative service to SMBs. Franchises are independently owned and operated by experienced business and technology professionals.

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