Technology Shopping Guide

Need ideas and assistance in getting the latest technology and services? Looking to purchase a new computer or upgrade? Software to keep track of your clients? Handheld computers? Perhaps you would like to finally get your own domain name registered. Check out these links for assistance in shopping.

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has VIP Partner relationships with several technology companies. Please visit the NAR Member Benefits page for a list.

Don't know what you need? Here are some helpful guidelines:

Computer Specifications - Link to come

Software
Firewall, Wireless Protection, Antivirus

• Zone Labs Internet Security Suite Version 6 or greater www.zonelabs.com
  All-in-one product that protects your system from pretty much everything.
  WARNING: As configured, this product will interfere with the normal operation of the Tempo MLS. You may have to turn off certain features for Tempo to work properly.

Personal Information Managers (Contacts, email, task organizers)

• Microsoft Outlook (part of Microsoft Office): http://www.microsoft.com/office/
  
• Top Producer: www.topproducer.com
  
• ACT!: www.act.com

Handheld Devices
Palm Platform

• TREO Smart Phones: http://www.palmone.com/us/products/smartphones/
  
• Palm Computing: http://www.palmone.com/us/

Microsoft Pocket PC Platform

• Casio: www.casio.com
  
• Compaq: www.compaq.com
  
• HP: www.hp.com
  
• Dell: www.dell.com

Palm OS Software

• Pocket Real Estate: www.pocketrealestate.com
  Download and synch the MLS into your Palm including mapping, prospecting, hot sheets, statistics and calculators.
  
• Vindigo: www.vindigo.com
  Movies, shopping, bars, services for your city including reviews, maps, and times.
  
• Splash ID: www.handango.com Track all your ID's, logins, registrations

Pocket PC Software

• MicrosMLS Inc.: www.micromls.com
  

Download and synch the MLS into your Pocket PC device including photos, mapping, and a mortgage calculator. For an online demo of the product, click here.

Wireless LAN's Local Area Networks
Wireless Routers, Gateways, Access points and Network Cards - Be sure to ONLY buy 802.11 G

• Linksys www.linksys.com (shop on www.amazon.com for these)

Protect your 802.11G from security breaches with the following:

• Lucid LInk http://www.lucidlink.com/
• Zone Labs Zone Alarm Internet Security Suite 6.0 (previous versions DO NOT have wireless security) http://www.zonelabs.com

Wireless WAN's Wide Area Networks

• Verizon High speed wide area internet access - Call MobileDataComm and ask for Melina Champagne (858) 3912950 x104

Manufacturer Online Retail Sites

• Toshiba: www.toshiba.com
  
• Dell: www.dell.com
  
• Fujitsu: www.fujitsu.com/us
  
• Micron: www.micron.com
  
• IBM: www.ibm.com
  
• Hewlett Packard: www.hp.com

Superstores

Computer Discount Warehouse Connor Waddell (866) 288-8474
Tech Depot Discount Pricing for SDAR Members Duanne Santos (800) 625-9866

Internet Services Providers

• www.roadrunner.com Cable
  
• www.cox.net Cable
  
• www.sbc.com DSL
  
• www.att.com
  
• www.ctsnet.com
  
• www.earthlink.net
  
• www.concentric.com
  
• www.adnc.com
  
• www.aol.com - Not recommended

Domain Hosting and Registration Services

• Domain name registration and hosting: GoDaddy.com Recommended
  for those experienced in technology. Great prices. Excellent product.
  
• Domain name registration and hosting: InternetCrusade.com Recommended
  for those NOT experienced in technology. Friendly local staff.
  
• Domain name registration and hosting. www.verio.com
  
• Domain name registration and hosting: www.verisign.com

Web Site Design Domain Hosting Services

• Domain hosting, web services: www.z57.com Phone: (800) 899-8148
  
• Domain hosting, web services http://internetcrusade.com Phone: (619) 283-7302
  
• Web services, IDX and VOW web sites: www.realigent.com
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.advancedaccess.com
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.cyberhomes.com
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.homeseekers.com
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.homestore.com
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.affordablebiz.com Phone: (818) 700-0140
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.anhosting.com Phone: (866) 203-9373
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.aplus.net Phone: (888) 301-2516
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.expedionet.com Phone: (858) 597-1331
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.homes.com Phone: (800) 899-3726
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.iodis.com Phone: (888) 831-3353
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.select.net Phone: (760) 438-9555
  
• Domain hosting, web services: www.wriwebs.com Phone: (954) 360-0636
  
• Credit Information Services: www.cisdata.com Phone: (866) 421-9778
  

Automated Web Services - MLS Search Engines and IDX

• MarketLinx IDX Solution: Call Sandicor to sign up for the Tempo IDX solution
  at (858) 622-6200 and ask for Tech Support.