ALFIERI CONSULTING, INC.
GULF PORT, FLORIDA

In the mid-1970s I was hired as a clerk typist for a small business in Philadelphia and they had purchased a brand new IBM System/3 minicomputer to do their accounting and order processing. I was intrigued and managed to talk the Accounting Manager into teaching me how to operate it. From the moment I turned it on, I knew that this was going to be my career. It was as if I was living in the world of Star Trek. From computer operator, to programmer, to development manager, to operations manager of a Fortune 100 technology company’s worldwide web team. Then I decided to go to work for a software company in sales. Yes, sales. Many of my geek colleagues accused me of going over to the “Dark Side.” I have always enjoyed working with people to help them figure out how technology can help them, rather than hurt, dismay and annoy them. It was a facet I wanted to explore. After many years of being asked to help family, friends, and my own paying clients, I thought: “Why not share my knowledge and experience with anyone who needs it?” I have always enjoyed writing, so this blog was born. Hopefully, I can provide you with some information or assistance when you find yourself totally betwixt by this technical gobbledegook you’re faced with every day! You know what I mean. How many of us treat our iPhone like we are walking on eggs, afraid to mishandle it, drop it on the ground, or even get moisture on it? How many of us have been searching for the perfect iPhone case, one that protects our beloved device, yet is light and… Many of my friends and colleagues know that I am a consummate consumer of technology. Basically, that just means I’m a geek. I love technology and the way it expands my knowledge and helps me stretch to develop new talents, some of which I never knew I had. Many people ask me which hosting service I use for building websites. For myself and my clients I recommend HostGator. I’ve been using HostGator for years and they have proven to be the most reliable provider with unbeatable pricing and customer service. HostGator is having a Black Friday blowout this week. Since I am a… Until my company supports the iPhone, I’m going to have to love my Blackberry. It’s not a bad device, it’s just that my thumbs are suffering from repetitive stress disorder. Seriously. They hurt! Okay, I digress. Back on topic. One of the most frustrating things about having any cell phone is dealing with battery life….