[dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups

Hey, Nice one John,

It is nice to be able to help people and nice when they appreciate it.

I spoke to a lady before Christmas that has just opened a shoe shop, in the
middle of a recession.  Her products are lovely and when I asked about her
website, she said she did not have one.  So I came home and in 90 minutes
registered the domain, created the following website www.stripeshoes.net and
created the user and email accounts for her to use.  It is not a €1000
website, but it is free and if she maintains it for five years is will cost
€0 over a five year period.

I think that fact is lost on this lady however, and unfortunately, does not
really seem happy with it.

Whats your opinion, is it terrible, awful or OK for a small one person
ladies shoe shop, which ultimately will require a visit to the store.  I did
tell her that she has to fill in more text, more pics and more product
details, as I do not know much about ladies shoes :)

Mark



2010/1/14 John Bartow <john at winhaven.net>

> I have been so lucky so far with this. I had a meeting a few days ago with
> a
> client who is in trouble. I have been bartering with him since his
> restaurant has the best food in the area. He actually said he wanted to
> settle up with me rather than risk me not getting my fair share back! But I
> do share your concerns and welcome your advice - thanks.
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 5:18 PM
> To: 'Discussion of Hardware and Software issues'
> Subject: Re: [dba-Tech] Once and for all time: server backups
>
> Watch out for potential bankruptcies, or client's holding off paying
> invoices... In some cases I have put a client on a monthly payment plan so
> to stretch out the some large bills. The clients are happy, you get paid
> (at
> least most) and if they do get through the dip they are your client for
> life.
>
> Jim
>
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