DISCOUNT OFFERS FOR HHICC MEMBERS
CAVEAT - The club
cannot endorse these companies, but we make these offers from APCUG available as a
service to our members.
ActiveScreenLock
Order from Michael McCarthy, pr@dmvsoft.com
A secure and reliable application, protecting your computer from unauthorized access for Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP. 25% discount off the regular price of $25. For more information or to download an evaluation copy, visit our Web site at:
activePDF
In order to take advantage of these offers, UG members must submit the following promotional code:
PCUG910K
Via the sales department (sales@activepdf.com) only!
Not online.
activePDF Composer is a cost‑effective alternative to Adobe Acrobat in which users can easily create PDF files in a variety of ways. List price for Composer is $79.
activePDF Maestro is an affordable, feature‑rich PDF editor that enables you to easily view, markup, manipulate and print PDF files using a robust set of intuitive tools. List price for
Maestro is $25.
activePDF Symphony bundles the PDF creation capabilities of activePDF Composer with the editing tools of activePDF Maestro. List price for Symphony is $95
25% off Symphony and Composer (not Maestro) with a valid promo code.
Actual Tools
www.actualtools.com/usergroups
This company is a team of software developers from Krasnoyarsk, Russia, who have focused their efforts on extending the functionality of currently available Windows platforms. Their ultimate goal is to create a next generation computer interface, more native to human perception and activity. Their mission is to provide end users of various levels of computer skills with greater software understanding and utilization concepts.
Actual Windows Manager ‑ an award winning desktop organization application that introduces alternative window controls for more convenient and enjoyable working with your computer. The perfect choice for those users who work with many applications and want to make their computing more efficient and less tiresome.
$39.95 regular price; 20% discount ‑ $31.96
Actual Title Buttons ‑ Allows you to take advantage of hidden Windows features such as making any window semi‑transparent or rolling‑up and unrolling windows. All new actions are available by pressing the corresponding button in the window title bar, just as you do with standard buttons.
$19.95 regular price; 20% discount ‑ $15.96
Actual Windows Minimizer ‑ Is intended both for home and corporate users who would like to get a better view of their desktop by using an alternative windows minimization method rather than using traditional ways of placing minimized windows on the Taskbar. Due to the fact that application icons are in most cases self‑explanatory, it is often enough to minimize inactive windows to the task tray area or to the edge of the screen without having to display additional textual description. However, hovering mouse cursor over the minimized window icon provides such information, making it easy to master such alternative minimization technique both for advanced and newbie computer users.
$19.95 regular price; 20% discount ‑ $15.96
**Allume Systems (was Aladdin Software)
**A leader of your UG will need to sign up for Allume’s User Group Program – 40% discount off all their products. If other promotions are running, you will get those discounts too! http://www.allume.com/support/ to sign-up
UserGroup (no spaces, case sensitive) is the coupon code to receive the 40% discount
Aquazone
BoostXP
DragStrip
Internet Cleanup
Spring Cleaning
Spyware Catcher
Spyware Scanner
StuffIT
ZipMagic
Apress is a new publishing company dedicated to producing computer books of the highest quality.
**A User Group leader will need to sign up your group to obtain the discount & UG code.
Discounts -- a special 25% discount off the regular price of Apress titles
Apress supports User Groups in their education and training efforts.
Apress catalogs are also available upon request
When placing the order, be sure to mention the name of the user group and specify the user group promotion code:
askSam
E-mail: sales@asksam.com
Suffering from information overload? Don't worry, askSam will help you turn your information into a valuable asset. askSam is a different kind of database ‑ a database designed for users rather than programmers. askSam’s award winning products have helped thousands manage their information. Whether organizing a decade of e-mail, legal texts, research notes or names and addresses, askSam puts your information where you want it - at your fingertips.
Try askSam and see how easy it is to organize your information.
Free Trial: www.asksam.com
SurfSaver
Save and search information you gather on the Web
Retail $29.95; Special $19.95
askSam + SurvSaver
Organize all your information with this powerful free-form database
Retail $149.95; Special $69.95
askSam Pro + SurfSaver
The fastest version of askSam ever. Search 100s of MB instantly!
Retail $395.00; Special $99.95
Shipping cost:
Download from: http://www.askSam.com/usergroupspecial - $0.00
CD & Documentation - $15.00
Blue Squirrel
40 - 50% Discount on all products
800-403-9025
www.bluesquirrel.com/usergroup/
ClickBook:
Automatically rotates, reduces and realign Web pages, documents, pictures, assignments, notes, stories or other computer files into various sizes and types of booklets.
WebWhacker 5.0. Lets you download Web pages or entire Web sites to your PC, laptop, network, zip disk, floppy and CD-Rom.
WebSeeker 5.0. The tool you’ll use to research information online.
Spam Sleuth. More than a simple filter, this program monitors your e-mail box behind the scenes and analyzes e-mail messages for spam and virus characteristics.
Snapture. Makes it quick and simple to transfer text from your PC to your Palm
Click2PDF. Easily create PDFs for your family and friends with photos, recipes and stories.
**Borders
An officer will need to contact the Corporate Account department (BDRsales@bordersgroupinc.com ) to obtain a discount for UG members; 20% off business-related purchases (computer books). Your UG needs to be non-profit.
COMPUTER MAGAZINE DISCOUNT PRICE LIST
1 YEAR 2 YEARS 3 YEARS
Computer Gaming World $14.95 $28.95 $41.95
Computer Shopper $16.97 $32.95 $47.95
Dr. Dobbs Journal $15.95 $30.95 ----
Mac Home Journal $15.97 $29.97 ---
Mac World $12.95 $24.95 $35.95
Maximum PC $9.95 $18.95 ----
Microsoft System Journal $21.95 $39.95 $57.95
PC Magazine $25.97 $48.95 $68.95
PC World $16.95 $27.95 $40.95
Photographic $8.95 $16.95 $23.95
Wired $6.00 $12.00 ----
Videomaker $11.95 ---- ----
These prices are for new subscriptions and renewals. All Orders must be accompanied by a check, cash or Money Order.
Make payable to Herb Goodman, and mail to:
Herb Goodman
8295 Sunlake Drive
Boca Raton, FL 33496
Telephone: 561-488-4465
e-mail: hgoodman@prodigy.net
Please allow 10 to 12 weeks for your magazines to start. For renewals you must supply an address label from your present subscription to insure the correct start of your renewal. As an extra service a renewal notice will be mailed about 4 months prior to their expiration date.
Note: This is a sample of what is available. E-mail Herb to inquire about any magazine that might interest you or might work as a gift. He has access to many magazines other than those that happen to be computer related.
CuteFTP Pro
APCUG member groups are approved for 20% off list price.
CuteFTP Home (regular price $39.99) - special price $31.99
CuteFTP Pro (regular price $59.99) special price $47.99
If you'd like a side‑by‑side comparison of the two, go to:
http://www.globalscape.com/cuteftp/homevspro.asp
There's also an optional Support & Maintenance contract that gives tech support via phone & email, as well as free upgrades for one year. That contract (regular price $35) is $28 for each license. If any multiple licenses are needed there will be additional discounts available as well.
Please order your software from Beth Sautter. She can be contacted as noted below.
Beth Sautter bsautter@globalscape.com
Business Development Manager
GlobalSCAPE
800.290.5054 x114
DQZone.com
Discover world-class card playing action anytime, anywhere. Play at your desk or on-the-go using wireless technologies.
Special $5 User Group discount
FlipAlbum Products
Order Code: 1003J
E-mail Order: orders@ebooksys.com
If you are working with digital pictures you might want to try one of these products:
FlipAlbum 5 Standard Edition $29.95, our price $22.95
FlipAlbum 5 Suite Edition $79.95, our price $65.95
FlipAlbum 5 Professional Edition $149.95, our price $135.95
FlipAlbum Design Libraries Standard Edition, $29.95, our price $19.95
FlipAlbum Design Libraries Professional Edition, $99.95, our price $69.95
GROOMouse
$14.95
30% discount for user groups (check the quantity you need to order to receive this discount)
Contact sales@vanlark.com
Power Mouse Cleaner; Motorized Action with Light
C Restore mice to precision performance
C Spin clogged mouse rollers clean instantly
C Fix mouse tracking problems like a Pro
C Reuse your mice again and again
C A must have for every computer tool kit
Works with mice, trackballs and more. If your input device has internal rollers, you need this tool.
The Ink Dot
Ink Cartridges / Training Videos / Re-fill Kits / Photo Paper
(877) 604‑6553
A full line of refill kits, photo papers and inkjet cartridges, mini digital cameras and tutorials on the most common software programs. All at discounted UG prices.
TheInkDot also has a Cash Back Program for recycling inkjet cartridges.
iolo technologies
Save 50% on all products – EXTENDED to 3/31/05
To order call 877-239-4656
To order online, www.iolo.com, use credit/debit card, use coupon SWUG
System Mechanic 5
Tools to safely speed-up, fix, optimize and maintain your PC. Find and fix PC problems fast, keep your system running at peak performance and reliability, and properly maintain Windows to prevent problem from arising altogether.
Regular price $49.95; UG $25.00
System Mechanic 5 Professional
Utimate PC Service and security in one package. A totally integrated suite of powerful PC tools that will keep your system running smooth and error-free. Six award-winning products make up one authoritative solution.
Regular price $69.95; UG $35.00
Macro Magic
Eliminate those time wasting tasks on your PC.
Regular price $39.95; UG $20.00
Search and Recover 2
A powerful arsenal of tools designed to instantly recover deleted, destroyed, and damaged items from your PC.
Regular price $39.95; UG $20.00
System Shield
Fight identity theft! System Shield provides you with military-strength defense against attemps at recovering confidential information on your computer.
Regular price $39.95; UG price $20.00
Download fully functional 30-day trial editions
www.iolo.com
Jasc Software
www.jasc.com
www.jasc.com/community/usergroups/
Call 800.622.2793 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Central Time and identify yourself as a UG members. The Promo Code is UG.
Paint ShopTM Pro® 9 - Whether it’s a photo, graphic, or digital art, this program is going to help you get that vision out of your head and onto the screen.
Paint ShopTM Pro® Studio - easily let’s you create digital photos your camera can’t!
Paint Shop PhotoTM AlbumTM - Simply the easiest way to do more with your digital photos. Now you can organize, fix, share, and protect photos with one easy-to-use tool.
Animation ShopTM 3 is the complete solution for GIF animation on the Web.
WebDrawTM is the complete solution for creating SVG graphics and animation.
You will also find books and add-ons at www.jasc.com
Mail: Jasc Software, Inc.
ATTN: User Group Orders
PO Box 44997
Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2697
Call: 1-800-622-2793 (8am-5pm Monday-Friday CST)
FAX: 952-930-9172
**Klassic Specialties – Inkjet cartridges / digital photo paper & more
We at Klassic Specialties are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of ink jet media, ink, and related products at the most affordable price possible! We maintain a constant vigil to ensure that our customers are satisfied well after the initial purchase of our products.
**In order for your members to participate in this discount program, an officer from your group will need to contact don@klassicspecialties.com to sign up for the program. Members receive an instant 5% discount and your user group will also receive 5% (checks sent quarterly).
Logitech APCUG User Group
Special Pricing
On some of their newest products, you can receive 15% off and free shipping,
offered to registered user group members. To take advantage of this discount,
members must visit
www.buylogitech.com/apcug, and log into the site with
Partner Login =
pcuser and Security code =
apcugr3ward.
Coupon code for free shipping is APCUG
MailWasher Pro
$37 regular purchase price; 30% discount by entering coupon code: SWUGCONF
MailWasher Pro provides an easy-to-use, effective anti-spam solution for consumers and businesses.
C View your e-mail before it gets to your computer
C Blocks spam using blacklists, custom and advanced learning filters
C Fight back against spammers by reporting spam messages to the FirstAlert! Global spam database
C Delete unwanted e-mail before you download them
C Supports POP3, IMAP, AOL and Hotmail/MSN
C Protects unlimited e-mail accounts
Fully functional free trial
**Microsoft Press
Mindshare is pleased to offer a special 20% discount on all titles of Microsoft Press Books. This discount is available for User Group members using discount code MCPC.
**Is your group a member of the Microsoft Mindshare program? If not, enroll at www.microsoft.com/mindshare
nik multimedia
For any questions: 888-284-4085
Developing creative solutions in a constantly changing field of digital photography and design, nik multimedia is growing, offering the latest tools and solutions for creative minds in pursuit of style, versatility and perfection. Easy-to-use tools for professional designers & photographers of all skill levels provide the power to create
Dfine: (Regular Price $99.95); Special Price $89.95
nik Color Efex Pro 2 Complete Edition: (Regular Price $299.95); Special Price $249.95
nik Color Efex Pro 2 Select Edition w/45 Filters: (Regular Price $159.95); Special Price $139.95
nik Color Efex Pro 2 Standard Edition /19 Filters: (Regular Price $99.95); Special Price $89.95
nik Sharpener Pro Complete Edition: (Regular Price $329.95); Special Price $279.95
nik Sharpener Pro Inkjet Edition: (Regular Price $169.95); Special Price $149.95
Add Define to any purchase: (Regular Price $99.95); Special Price $79.95
Check for Special Bundle Discounts
Nolo’s Self-Help Legal Tools
Nolo has been the provider of quality legal information since 1971. They have a newsletter, Nolo's Special Offer, sent monthly to subscribers only, which provides the best prices for the best do‑it‑yourself legal tools available.
To subscribe to Nolo's Special Offer for the deepest discounts on the best self‑help legal products available. It's as easy as clicking:
http://referral.nolo.com/nc.cfm?t=SP001500043486
**O’Reilly Books
As a user group member you are entitled to a 20% discount any time you order from O’Reilly. Their catalog is online.
**In order for your members to participate in this discount program, an officer from your group will need to contact marsee@oreilly.com to enroll in the program.
When ordering include the code DSUG
Order by phone: 800-998-9938
Order by email: order@oreilly.com
Order by fax: 707-829-0104
The entire line-up of books is offered at an additional 20% off the already discounted prices. Go to www.peachpit.com to sign up as a member. User Group members should note that once you’ve become a Peachpit Club member, you may use your UG coupon code ON TOP of the permanent savings you earn as a member of the club. Just make sure you’ve logged into the site before you make a purchase to ensure this permanent discount will be in effect, and then enter coupon code UE-23AA-PEUF (case-sensitive) at checkout! This coupon code is an exclusive offer that may not be used in conjunction with any other coupon codes. The offer applies to all titles at peachpit.com including New Riders, Macromedia Press, Adobe Press, and Peachpit Press.
**An officer from your group will need to contact usergroups@peachpit.com to sign up for the UG program.
Preclick!
Use coupon code SWUSER04 to get 25% off the Preclick Lifetime Organizer or you get Preclick Silver for Free. Get it today at:
The world’s easiest and fastest way to organize, edit, print and share your growing digital photo collection.
ProShow
Promotional Code: SWUGC5001
Call 800-377-4686
Introducing Photodex ProShow, the complete slide show creator from the award winning team at Photodex Corporation. PhotoShow lets you show off your digital photos in a whole new way.
ProShow via e-mail: (Regular Price $29.95); Special Price $22.95
ProShow Boxed Edition: (Regular Price $39.95); Special Price $32.95
ProShow Gold via e-mail: (Regular Price $59.95); Special Price $44.95
ProShow Gold Boxed Edition: (Regular Price $69.95); Special Price $54.95
Boxed Editions require $3.00 Shipping
Que and Sams Publishing
By purchasing books through the links below you can enjoy a 30% discount (academic products - 15%) plus free UPS standard shipping and TUGNET will receive 15% of any transaction.
Radiant Frames
20% discount – www.radiantframes.com
Enter APCUG on checkout to obtain discount
Now you can create your own personal gifts for your family & friends. For the price of an ordinary picture frame, you can now “light up your pictures.” Just insert your photo into the backlit frames or print your favorite picture from your computer with your inkjet printer. Just use the “Radiant Paper” that is included. The “Radiant Paper” gives your colors more brilliance and clarity when lit.
**Smart Computing Magazine
Smart Computing helps users of all skill levels improve their PC productivity. Smart Computing provides easy-to-follow tutorials that cover hardware, software, Internet, troubleshooting, product reviews, and much more, all in a Plain-English writing style you won’t find anywhere else.
CPU is a new, innovative publication written especially for computer power users, from IT professionals to at home technology extremists. CPU delivers a functional mix of high-tech news. Hard-edged reviews and performance enhancing tips for people who love digital technologies.
**An officer from your group will need to contact marcie-gunn@smartcomputing.com to enroll in the program. Your group will be assigned a code number and for every five subscriptions placed with this code number, your group will receive one free subscription.
12-month Subscription: $29.00 (51% savings off cover price)
StompSoft
Spyware X‑terminator: part number 03010. Retail $29.99, our cost $18.00
Virus X‑terminator: part number 03030. Retail $39.99, our cost $24.00
Firewall X‑treme: Part Number 03050. Retail $39.99, our cost $24.00
BackUp MyPC: part number 03004. Retail $79.99, our cost $34.00
Parental Control X‑treme: part number 03040. Retail $39.99, our cost $24.00
Span X‑terminator: part number 03020. Retail $29.99, our cost $18.00
Our code is UG0504. They only ship to the US and Canada. Visit their site www.stompsoft.com to see the comparison charts between their software and other vendors.
Please send your requests for the discounted software to:
Mike Moriarty <mikem@stompsoft.com>
TaxACT
Members needing to prepare both a federal and state tax return can purchase the Ultimate Bundle for just $16.00 (regularly $19.95) by visiting www.taxact.com/ad_offer3.asp?sc=0463001 The Ultimate Bundle includes one free e-file. Additional e-filings are $7.95 per filing.
For those members needing only to prepare a federal return, they may order the TaxACT 2004 Deluxe Edition for only $9.95 (regularly $12.95) by visiting:
www.taxact.com/ad_offer3.asp?sc=0463002
When accessing these URLs, you will be directed to a discounted cart which will enable you to purchase the software download option ONLY.
TechSmith
Use Promotion Code: UG100
E-mail: sales@techsmith.com
Phone: 517-381-2300 to obtain UG pricing
Fax: 517-381-2336
Snagit
Capture your screen images, text, video, web content and printer output
Over 40 ways to capture including region of the screen, scrolling window, icons on the screen, etc. Easy access from Microsoft Office with Snagit in the toolbar. Save your captures exactly where you want them. Edit your screenshots.
Camtasia Studio
Now anyone can create interactive training, demonstrations and tutorials - without mutimedia expertise. With Camtasia Studio its’ easy to turn computer-based knowledge into online and CD-based training. Plus you can share your videos in all the popular multimedia formats.
The Deals Guy – offers a monthly column for your newsletter featuring UG discounts.
Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security
PC-cillin Intenet Security 2004 keeps you “simply secure” from viruses, hackers, privacy threats and spam e-mail.
C Enhances Virus Protection
C Enhances Personal Firewall
C Spyware and Privacy Protection - New!
C Anti-spam Filtering - New!
C URL filtering/Parental Controls - New!
C Network Virus Emergency Center - New!
C FREE email/phone support
As a member of Computer User Groups, you are eligible for this exclusive discount offer to protect your home computer against viruses, hackers, and other Internet security threats. While working at home or just having fun surfing the Internet, you can protect your business and personal files with our Award Winning Product.
Regular price $49.95; Special price $29.95
www.trendmicro.com/offers/usergroup
You can also download a 30-day trial version of PC-cillin Internet Security at www.trendmicro.com. And don’t forget their free virus scan at www.antivirus.com, “HouseCall” on the right of your screen.
Ulead
Image Editing:
PhotoImpact 8: (Regular Price $89.95); Special Price $72.00
My Scrapbook Edition: (Regular Price $19.95); Special Price $16.00
Video Editing:
VideoStudio 7: (Regular Price $99.95); Special Price $80.00
DVD Authoring:
DVD MovieFactory 2: (Regular Price $49.95); Special Price $40.00
DVD PictureShow 2: (Regular Price $49.95); Special Price $40.00
Regular shipping rates will apply with the exception of the following:
Free shipping applies when a user group compiles one order in total and has it shipped to one address. In the single or group order, customers can submit their personal payment of credit card, cashier’s check or money order.
Call 800-858-5323; have credit card and shipping information ready and mention you would like User Group pricing.
Mail: w/payment and shipping information to:
Ulead
20000 Mariner Avenue
Suite 200
Torrance, CA 90503
Multimedia Software Developer: Ulead Systems
Upperspace.com
Use code U-015-3 when placing a phone order or at the end of the web-site purchase.
15% discount on computer Training CD-ROMs and Software. To augment your training library, they also offer review copies (1 per month).
A few sample titles:
Windows XP
PC Hardware
Office XP
Digital Imaging
Small & Home Office Essentials
Visual Basic
Web Page Design
User Group Store
This is the new site created by Gene Barlow. You will see many exciting products offered to you at great user group prices. Along with the store items, you will find educational materials, technical articles, and user group evaluations of the various products.
The user group store is divided into six different departments with many exciting products in each. When you decide on which items to purchase, click on one of the "Buy Now" buttons to be taken to the secure web order form. Complete the order form including the special order code of UGUGS04. All products are normally shipped by the following morning.
Organization
Acronis Disk Director Suite 9.0
Spearit Move Me 2.4
Discover Your Hard Drive by Gene
Back-up
Acronis True Image 8.0
Back Up Your Hard Drive by Gene
Security
White Canyon SecureClean 4.0
WipeDrive 3.0 / Media Wiper
White Canyon My PasswordVault
Acronis Privacy Expert Suite 7.0
SpearitAssociate This 1.2
Photo/Video
PicturePro Digital Photo / DVD Suite v3.1
Photovista Panorama v3.0
Photovista Virtual Tour v3.0
muvee autoProducer v3
Text/Office
activePDF Composer
activePDF Symphony
Alpha Five Home Edition
Accessory
ZIP*Linq Road Warrior Kit
ZIP*Linq Cell Phone Charger Kits
Some of Dave Whittle’s products are also offered by the User Group Store.
Web Hosting and Domains
(User Group Promotions - Matt McCann)
Stop by www.ugpro.com and follow the links. You’ll be glad you did!
One of the biggest areas of interest in the user group community today is the Internet. With this growing interest, many members are looking into registering their own domain names, and even creating their own websites to share information with family and friends.
All Plans Include:
Online set-up and instant account activation
FrontPage Extensions
Web Site Statistics
Daily Backups
24x7 Monitoring
24 x 7 FTP Access
24 x 7 Email, Telephone and Web-based Tech Support
Monthly Fees:
Junior - 25 MB; $3.95
Deluxe - 150MB; $7.95
Deluxe w/CGI - 150MB; $8.95
Deluxe w/ASP - 150MB; $9.95
WebEyes® Easiest way to read the Web™
20% to UG members – mention Special Promotion Code APCUG
The Internet Explorer software that allows you to adjust type size easily (up to 144 pt) and eliminates scrolling.
Webworking Services
Exclusive User Group Prices brought to you by Dave & Kathy Whittle
activePDF
AlphaFive
Muvee
Photovista
PicturePro
Zip*Linq accessory kits
You can also buy Dave’s products at www.usergroupstore.com (Gene & Linda Barlow’s site)
Webworking Services
653 North 600 East, Suite B
Springville, UT 84663
Fax: 801-489-0609
Phone: 801-489-0605
www.webworkingservices.com / www.whats4me.com
To obtain UG prices, send an e-mail to
help@webworkingservices.com or help@whats4me.com