4:00pm    Sybase Technologies
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
The Sybase Technology SIG is focused on Sybase tools, including PowerBuilder, PowerDesigner, EAServer, and Sybase SQL databases. Each month, this group discusses a different topic related to a client, middle or database tier technology or other aspect of the Sybase technology suite.

SIG Leader: Don Clayton
Website: http://sugtx.org
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6:30pm - 9:00pm    TC Users Group West
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
This SIG meets for the purpose of stock trading discussion. We use free charting available to anyone with a computer and internet access. Our group also touches on the political nature of whats going on in the government to understand how to discover and handle investment opportunities. This SIG is a discussion forum for people who want to learn more about stock trading. We rarely have outside speakers and center more as a workshop of sorts to discuss trading strategies. The group consist of both experienced and inexperienced traders as well as those considering entering the stock market as traders. This group is a subgroup of the TC Us ...
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7:00pm    Web Design
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
The Web Design SIG covers a variety of topics related to website development, marketing and maintenance. We discuss what constitutes good design and the basic techniques for creating professional and captivating websites. Other topics include what it takes to market your website and optimize it for search engines. We touch on the various technologies available that can make your website development easier and more efficient. As always, your questions and suggested topics are welcome.

See the website for information on this month's topic.

SIG Leader: Rita Trelewicz ...
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1:00pm    Build or Buy a Computer
Category : SIG     Fee : US$
Have fun while learning & sharing the PC build experience! At the Build or Buy weekly discussion session, attendees may expect coverage of all aspects of building and buying PCs, from specifying motherboards to digital audio/video technologies.

Special build sessions are usually held quarterly. Watch for upcoming special events and guest speaker announcements. All are encouraged to attend - we're here to help those who are willing to help themselves. Building your own PC can be a rewarding experience.

SIG Leader: Gil Boyd
TechHelp@BuildOrBuy.Net
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6:00pm    Linux Workshop - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
Installations & hands-on problem solving every Wednesday except when HAL is closed. This is an informal meeting where knowledgable HLUG members help each other & beginners one on one. Dinner after at 9:30pm at The Stag's Head Pub on 2128 Portsmouth Street, Houston, TX 77098. You don't have to attend the meeting to come eat with us.


SIG Leader: Edwin Buck

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9:45am - 1:00pm    Laptop Investors - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
Laptop Investors SIG
SIG Leader: Jim Ward
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6:00pm    A+ - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
A+ SIG will give members hands-on experience while studying for the A+ certification or just exploring what's indise your computer. Not only will we review subjects covered by the PC Upgrade SIG, we will delve more deeply into the inner workings of the PC and its operating systems. We'll even have lots of practice tests so you will be ready to take your certification tests when it's time.

Members (newbies as well as those more knowledgable) will get hands-on experience working with the entire PC, including motherboards, video cards, USB ports and other stuff found inside that funny looking box, tall or flat. Anyone who wants ...
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9:30am    PC Upgrade & Troubleshooting - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
The PC Upgrade & Troubleshooting Workshop specializes in helping HAL-PC members get their misbehaving computers back in good working order. The Workshop meets every Friday morning from 9:30 to 11:30 am at the HAL-PC Headquarters. We have helped members with a variety of basic hardware issues including adding or replacing memory, modems, hard drives, CD burners, etc. Our SIG members are very experienced in removing viruses and spyware from infected computers. We also welcome HAL-PC members who just want to learn how to repair or upgrade a PC.

Any HAL member who wants assistance from this SIG to fix his computer MUST CALL THE ...
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10:00am    Computer Investing - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
The Computer investing SIG was formed to combine members of the HAL-PC Mutual Fund SIG and the American Association of Individual Investors Computer SIG in order to look at all forms of investing used by the members. As members brought more knowledge and experience, the number of financial programs increased. Members demonstrate the programs they use to assist in making investment decisions. We welcome new
members who bring a lot or no knowledge to the group. We are continually looking for people who are willing to share their experiences with us and make presentations to the group. We intend to learn from each other.

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6:30pm    Microsoft Server
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
The SIG will begin studying Server 2008 on September 5th, using the Microsoft Self-Paced Training books. Over the next year, the SIG will review the three books preparing for the exams leading to the Server 2008 Administrator certification. These provide a good survey of Server 2008, even though many SIG members are interested only in learning about Server 2008 rather than taking the exams.

The SIG will have four Server 2008 installations for hands-on training.

SIG Leader: Greg Brewer
Website: http://sites.goog ...
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10:00am    Saturday PC Workshop for PCs - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$
Saturday PC Workshop for PCs. Please bring software related to your PC issue.
SIG Leader: Greg Trimble ...
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1:00pm    Robotics Lab - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
The Robotics SIG was formed to investigate what's going on in this fast-changing field. The group intends to take a step-by-step look at how to build and program robots and how to participate in or observe on-going nearby robotics competitions. This is a four-hour session for lab work, individual instruction, assembly, programming, etc.

SIG Leader: George Eggleston
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2:00pm    Linux - canceled
Category : SIG     Fee : US$ 0
Bi-monthly meeting of the Houston Linux Users Group. Presentations are held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Check the website for information on this month's programs and more.

SIG Leader: Ron Lyle
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