A 1099 is a tax form similar to a W-2 form except that there are usually no taxes withheld except that sometimes there is State Withholding withheld. It is important that you include your 1099's with your W-2's when filing your taxes.
A person that is self employed will receive a 1099 tax form. It is best, if self employed to save all reciepts for tax purposes. You will receive the 1099 by the end of January.
Many other versions of a free 1099 form also can be issued. A 1099-INT, for example, is used to denote the interest that the taxpayer earned. A 1099-G form denotes things such as tax refunds and credits received. A 1099-R is for distributions from retirement plans, annuities, pensions and the like. In all, there are more than 20 versions of the free 1099 form.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Friday, August 19, 2011
Norton AntiVirus Definitions
Signature file updates; ensure that your PC is protected from the latest viruses.
It is very important to make sure that you have the latest signature on your PC.
The Norton AntiVirus engine is common to the Norton AntiVirus, Norton Internet Security, and Norton 360 products. You can update these products using definitions shown below as supporting Norton AntiVirus.
This virus pattern will update the following versions of Symantec antivirus software :
· Norton AntiVirus 2008 for Windows XP Home/XP Pro/Vista
· Norton Internet Security 2008 for Windows XP Home/XP Pro/Vista
· Norton 360 2.0 for Windows XP/Vista
· Symantec Endpoint Protection 11.0
· Norton AntiVirus 2003 Professional Edition
· Norton AntiVirus 2003 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2004 Professional Edition
· Norton AntiVirus 2004 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2005 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2006 for Windows 2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2007 for Windows XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus for Microsoft Exchange (Intel)
· Norton SystemWorks (all versions)
· Norton Utilities for Windows 95/98 (all versions)
· Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for CacheFlow Security Gateway
· Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for Inktomi Traffic Edge
· Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for NetApp Filer/NetCache
· Symantec AntiVirus 8.0 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 8.1 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 9.0 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 10.0 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 10.1 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec Mail Security for Domino v 4.0
· Symantec Mail Security for Domino v 5.0
It is very important to make sure that you have the latest signature on your PC.
The Norton AntiVirus engine is common to the Norton AntiVirus, Norton Internet Security, and Norton 360 products. You can update these products using definitions shown below as supporting Norton AntiVirus.
This virus pattern will update the following versions of Symantec antivirus software :
· Norton AntiVirus 2008 for Windows XP Home/XP Pro/Vista
· Norton Internet Security 2008 for Windows XP Home/XP Pro/Vista
· Norton 360 2.0 for Windows XP/Vista
· Symantec Endpoint Protection 11.0
· Norton AntiVirus 2003 Professional Edition
· Norton AntiVirus 2003 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2004 Professional Edition
· Norton AntiVirus 2004 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2005 for Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2006 for Windows 2000/XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus 2007 for Windows XP Home/XP Pro
· Norton AntiVirus for Microsoft Exchange (Intel)
· Norton SystemWorks (all versions)
· Norton Utilities for Windows 95/98 (all versions)
· Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for CacheFlow Security Gateway
· Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for Inktomi Traffic Edge
· Symantec AntiVirus 3.0 for NetApp Filer/NetCache
· Symantec AntiVirus 8.0 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 8.1 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 9.0 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 10.0 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec AntiVirus 10.1 Corporate Edition Client
· Symantec Mail Security for Domino v 4.0
· Symantec Mail Security for Domino v 5.0
FREE DOWNLOADS, MIXTAPES & PODCASTS
FREE DOWNLOADS:
Ski Beatz & Najee, Afrolicious, Jackitdown Brown, Cut Chemist featuring Blackbird + Oddisee
MIXTAPES & PODCASTS:
Atlantic Starr & Notorious B.I.G mixed by Drewbyrd, Ezel + Colonel Red & more
FREE DOWNLOAD: Ski Beatz & Najee, “24 Hour Karate School Pt.2″
FREE DOWNLOAD: Afrolicious, “Thursday Knight Kinda Swing”
FREE DOWNLOAD: Jackitdown Brown, “I Kill Everything”
FREE DOWNLOAD: Cut Chemist featuring Blackbird, “Outro (Revisited)”
FREE DOWNLOAD: Oddisee, “The Carter Barron”
PODCAST: Colonel Red, “Keep Walkin’”
PODCAST: Atlantic Starr & Notorious B.I.G mixed by Drewbyrd, “Biggie Starrz”
PODCAST: Ezel, “Visions”
Ski Beatz & Najee, Afrolicious, Jackitdown Brown, Cut Chemist featuring Blackbird + Oddisee
MIXTAPES & PODCASTS:
Atlantic Starr & Notorious B.I.G mixed by Drewbyrd, Ezel + Colonel Red & more
FREE DOWNLOAD: Ski Beatz & Najee, “24 Hour Karate School Pt.2″
FREE DOWNLOAD: Afrolicious, “Thursday Knight Kinda Swing”
FREE DOWNLOAD: Jackitdown Brown, “I Kill Everything”
FREE DOWNLOAD: Cut Chemist featuring Blackbird, “Outro (Revisited)”
FREE DOWNLOAD: Oddisee, “The Carter Barron”
PODCAST: Colonel Red, “Keep Walkin’”
PODCAST: Atlantic Starr & Notorious B.I.G mixed by Drewbyrd, “Biggie Starrz”
PODCAST: Ezel, “Visions”
Google Music Magnifier: Free Songs for Your Android (& iPad Too!)
Frank McPherson reported on a free music offer for Android users from a regional mobile operator.
MetroPCS Throws In Free Music For Android Users
But, what if you are not a MetroPCS customer? In that case, Google itself has a deal for you in the form of a new blog.
Google Music Beta – Magnifer
The Blogger powered blog is providing free songs daily. The only catch is that you need a free Google Music account to take advantage of these daily offers. Tap the blue “Add free music” button near a free song to have it added to your Google Music account. After that the song will be available for streaming or download using the free Google Music for Android app.
As an added bonus, the Google Music website works with the iPad’s web browser to allow music streaming without an app. Just point the iPad’s browser to:
music.google.com
You will, of course, need to login to your Google Gmail account to access your Google Music content.
MetroPCS Throws In Free Music For Android Users
But, what if you are not a MetroPCS customer? In that case, Google itself has a deal for you in the form of a new blog.
Google Music Beta – Magnifer
The Blogger powered blog is providing free songs daily. The only catch is that you need a free Google Music account to take advantage of these daily offers. Tap the blue “Add free music” button near a free song to have it added to your Google Music account. After that the song will be available for streaming or download using the free Google Music for Android app.
As an added bonus, the Google Music website works with the iPad’s web browser to allow music streaming without an app. Just point the iPad’s browser to:
music.google.com
You will, of course, need to login to your Google Gmail account to access your Google Music content.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Ways to Get Domain Names for Free if You Own a Company
One way to promote your company and increase global marketing reach is to establish an online presence. To do this, you need a business website. The first step in creating a website is to register a domain name. On average, a domain name costs around $7 to $12 per year. Depending upon the type of company you are operating, you may be able to get a domain name for free.
Non-Profit Organization
As a "Non-Profit" organization, your company is not in business to make money. Instead, it is in business to provide services and resources to others. As an expression of appreciation for your efforts, some companies will also assist you. Find a web services provider, such as GrassRoots, that offer free domain names and other web services to non-profit organizations. Depending upon the web services company, you may be required to provide proof of your Non-Profit status. Generally, a 501c3 tax exemption form from the Internal Revenue Service is sufficient proof.
Web Hosting
If you intend to develop your domain name into a full-fledged website, sign up for web hosting services. Many web hosting companies provide you with a free domain name if you purchase a web hosting package. In some cases, the domain is free for a limited time. Some companies offer free domain names for a lifetime, as long as you continue to use its hosting services. The downside of getting a free domain name using this method, is that you might lose the domain name if you ever cancel your hosting subscription. This protocol varies by company. For that reason, read the company's terms of agreement thoroughly before getting the domain name.
Write It Off On Taxes
When you operate a business, certain expenses are deductible on your tax return. Expenses for your website are included in these deductible expenses. If you use this method, you must purchase your domain name upfront. You then report the expense on your tax return at the end of the tax year. The benefits of using this method is that you can also claim web hosting expenses as a deduction. On average web hosting cost around $6 to $12 per month.
Corporate Office
If you own a company that is a franchise of a major chain, or if you are an independent contractor of the chain, contact the companies corporate office to discuss a free website. For instance, if your business is selling Avon, you are assigned a free domain name to promote and sell your products. If you receive a free domain name using this method, it may be a "sub-domain name." A sub-domain name is a website address that is connected to the main company's website address. For instance, your address may appear as "http://www.thecorporateoffice.com/yourname" instead of "http://www.yourcompanyname.com."
Non-Profit Organization
As a "Non-Profit" organization, your company is not in business to make money. Instead, it is in business to provide services and resources to others. As an expression of appreciation for your efforts, some companies will also assist you. Find a web services provider, such as GrassRoots, that offer free domain names and other web services to non-profit organizations. Depending upon the web services company, you may be required to provide proof of your Non-Profit status. Generally, a 501c3 tax exemption form from the Internal Revenue Service is sufficient proof.
Web Hosting
If you intend to develop your domain name into a full-fledged website, sign up for web hosting services. Many web hosting companies provide you with a free domain name if you purchase a web hosting package. In some cases, the domain is free for a limited time. Some companies offer free domain names for a lifetime, as long as you continue to use its hosting services. The downside of getting a free domain name using this method, is that you might lose the domain name if you ever cancel your hosting subscription. This protocol varies by company. For that reason, read the company's terms of agreement thoroughly before getting the domain name.
Write It Off On Taxes
When you operate a business, certain expenses are deductible on your tax return. Expenses for your website are included in these deductible expenses. If you use this method, you must purchase your domain name upfront. You then report the expense on your tax return at the end of the tax year. The benefits of using this method is that you can also claim web hosting expenses as a deduction. On average web hosting cost around $6 to $12 per month.
Corporate Office
If you own a company that is a franchise of a major chain, or if you are an independent contractor of the chain, contact the companies corporate office to discuss a free website. For instance, if your business is selling Avon, you are assigned a free domain name to promote and sell your products. If you receive a free domain name using this method, it may be a "sub-domain name." A sub-domain name is a website address that is connected to the main company's website address. For instance, your address may appear as "http://www.thecorporateoffice.com/yourname" instead of "http://www.yourcompanyname.com."
Face-off at Free State University
Chaos broke out at the University of the Free State's Bloemfontein campus on Wednesday, after about 800 people - believed to be mostly ANCYL members - stormed the main building.
The group, who had been bussed in to the campus, protested against the fact that no political activities by outside groups will be allowed on the campus during the university's SRC elections.
They also demanded that the rector, Professor Jonathan Jansen, be fired.
Free State chair of Sasco (SA Student Congress) Manyene Lesapo said: "He [Jansen] has burned political structures on campus."
Calling him a "coconut", they bemoaned the fact that they had co-operated with him in the past.
Police intervened when white students and protesters, armed with sticks and stones and singing Kill the boer, faced off over pamphlets that the group had scattered all over the campus.
The white students were stopped from cleaning up the pamphlets strewn in front of the main building.
Free State ANC Youth League chair, Kgotso Morapela, leading the protest, at one stage had to calm a small group of protesters after being interrupted with "Ag shurrup" (Oh shut up), shouted by a student looking on.
Moments before the interruption, Morapela acknowledged the protest was illegal.
Thuggish behaviour
Jansen said the university was worried about "thuggish behaviour" by outside groups invading the campus.
"An urgent interdict has been obtained and any further invasions by outside groups will lead to arrest."
Dean of students Rudi Buys said the election for a student representative council continues.
Buys said lectures were not interrupted by the fracas.
"Everything continues as normal."
The university said police had arrested about 150 people.
Approached for comment, two students said they were not sure what was going on.
"Those people, we do not know them," they said, adding "They do not belong here."
They felt the new SRC election process had been "fine" and "fair".
Another student felt Jansen had done his best to get rid of racism and sort out "political activism".
He said before Jansen arrived there was constant trouble at Kovsies.
“Now these things happen. This is tragic,” he said, adding that he did not know any of the protesters.
The group, who had been bussed in to the campus, protested against the fact that no political activities by outside groups will be allowed on the campus during the university's SRC elections.
They also demanded that the rector, Professor Jonathan Jansen, be fired.
Free State chair of Sasco (SA Student Congress) Manyene Lesapo said: "He [Jansen] has burned political structures on campus."
Calling him a "coconut", they bemoaned the fact that they had co-operated with him in the past.
Police intervened when white students and protesters, armed with sticks and stones and singing Kill the boer, faced off over pamphlets that the group had scattered all over the campus.
The white students were stopped from cleaning up the pamphlets strewn in front of the main building.
Free State ANC Youth League chair, Kgotso Morapela, leading the protest, at one stage had to calm a small group of protesters after being interrupted with "Ag shurrup" (Oh shut up), shouted by a student looking on.
Moments before the interruption, Morapela acknowledged the protest was illegal.
Thuggish behaviour
Jansen said the university was worried about "thuggish behaviour" by outside groups invading the campus.
"An urgent interdict has been obtained and any further invasions by outside groups will lead to arrest."
Dean of students Rudi Buys said the election for a student representative council continues.
Buys said lectures were not interrupted by the fracas.
"Everything continues as normal."
The university said police had arrested about 150 people.
Approached for comment, two students said they were not sure what was going on.
"Those people, we do not know them," they said, adding "They do not belong here."
They felt the new SRC election process had been "fine" and "fair".
Another student felt Jansen had done his best to get rid of racism and sort out "political activism".
He said before Jansen arrived there was constant trouble at Kovsies.
“Now these things happen. This is tragic,” he said, adding that he did not know any of the protesters.
Sonic Free Riders [Xbox 360 Game]
Developed by Sonic Team - Sega of America (2010) - Extreme Racing - Rated Everyone
The Sonic Riders series makes its hands-free debut with Sonic Free Riders for Kinect. Take control of Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Jet, and other characters from Sega's signature series, each possessing a distinct hover board or hover bike for high-speed racing across futuristic environments. Since no controller is involved, you'll need to jump, lean, and perform other motions, such as throwing, shaking, or even squeezing, to activate power-ups that include missiles, bowling balls, and oil slicks. To start your character moving, you'll kick off like a skateboard, while lunging or making swimming motions to launch characters forward. Discover hidden boost techniques to get a leg up on the computer-controlled competition. ~ Scott Alan Marriott, All Game Guide .
Sonic Free Riders [Xbox 360 Game]
The Sonic Riders series makes its hands-free debut with Sonic Free Riders for Kinect. Take control of Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Jet, and other characters from Sega's signature series, each possessing a distinct hover board or hover bike for high-speed racing across futuristic environments. Since no controller is involved, you'll need to jump, lean, and perform other motions, such as throwing, shaking, or even squeezing, to activate power-ups that include missiles, bowling balls, and oil slicks. To start your character moving, you'll kick off like a skateboard, while lunging or making swimming motions to launch characters forward. Discover hidden boost techniques to get a leg up on the computer-controlled competition. ~ Scott Alan Marriott, All Game Guide .
Sonic Free Riders [Xbox 360 Game]
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