Brief summary of time sensitive bits: For those of you who would like to attend the conference[1] portion, the Early Bird specials end *THIS* Friday. TAUG members also receive an additional 25% off by using the discount code "A101" when registering[2].
For free admission to the exhibit hall where we will have our booth, register online[2] before April 23rd, or print out the free pass[3] -- otherwise there's a $50 charge at the door. Cheers, Simon P. Ditner [1] http://www.lwnwexpo.plumcom.ca/conference.cfm [2] https://www.exporeg.com/lwnw/ [3] http://taug.ca/documents/LWNW_pass_for_TAUG.pdf --- LinuxWorld & NetworkWorld Conference & Expo 2006 --- Featuring the latest in strategic technology, this year's business-to-business event will draw a host of key figures in the IT community, from forward-thinking users to decision-making executives. Come visit the TAUG booth in the Exhibit Hall! For free admission to the tradeshow, just register before April 23 or print off your complimentary pass http://taug.ca/documents/LWNW_pass_for_TAUG.pdf and submit it on-site. The 3-day conference of 80+ sessions is completely non-commercial and unlike any other of its kind. Here's why: * True educational value, where presenters are not vendors. Learn from industry experts* that have first-hand knowledge of products and services in their domain. * Diverse options in a mixed environment, with the addition of the Smalltalk Solutions Conference*. These sessions, which zero-in on Smalltalk-related issues and ideas, are available to you free of charge. * Freedom to choose, with a Super Pass that grants you unlimited access to ALL available sessions. Customize your learning itinerary to include the seminars and tutorials you wantt, it's entirely up to you. * Rich information and optimal flexibility--for a lower price. Remember, as a TAUG member, using code A101 will cut 25% off all admission rates. The event zeros-in on technology pillars such as security, storage, network management, communications, data management, CRM/ERP, wireless, VoIP, web/internet services, and more. Exceptional educational programming includes dynamic keynotes, case studies, tutorials and hands-on labs. Conference offerings include: * VoIP: The Challenge for Business (N246), presented by Cameron Metcalfe -- President, BHC Discount Phone Centre and Kent Durrant -- Senior Solutions Consultant * Open Source VoIP (L318), presented by Jim Van Meggelen -- President/CTO, Core Telecom Innovations * Lowering Operating Costs with VoIP: A Case Study (N330), presented by Christine Swenor -- Director, IT Services, City of Hamilton * Conducting a Threat and Risk Assessment (TRA) in an IT Environment (NT225), presented by John Clayton -- Staff Advisor, IT Security Mission Management Group * Open Source Helps Fight Cancer: A Case Study (L301), presented by Reuven Cohen -- Co-Founder & Lead Technologist, Enomaly View the entire conference schedule, including speaker bios and session abstracts, here: http://www.lwnwexpo.plumcom.ca/conference.cfm Be an Early Bird now--customize your curriculum later. Even if you haven't picked your sessions yet, you can still register before March 17th's Early Bird deadline to take advantage of huge savings. Your itinerary can be selected or modified until the event date. Special Bonus: * If you are one of the first 200 conference registrants for a Super Pass, ITIL Pass, or Smalltalk Pass you will receive a Kensington Wireless mouse for free. * If you are returning to the event as an Alumnus, you automatically receive a GeekMan, MoneyMan or BossMan action figure of your choice. Questions regarding registration or the event? Contact Stephanie Cole [EMAIL PROTECTED] 905-695-0123 x211 888-823-7586 x211 (toll-free) Visit http://lwnwexpo.plumcom.ca for more info.
