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A practical hands-on user guide with time saving tips and comprehensive instructions for using Lotus Notes effectively and efficiently Understand and master the features of Lotus Notes and put them to work in your business quickly Contains comprehensive coverage of new Lotus Notes 8.5 features Includes easy-to-follow real-world examples with plenty of screenshots to clearly demonstrate how to get the most out of Lotus Notes Packed with expert tips and best practices, for using business e-mail, calendars and other Lotus Notes applications for efficient business communication In Detail IBM Lotus Notes is an integrated desktop client option providing security-rich e-mail and calendar capabilities with a powerful platform for collaborative business applications. Lotus Notes enables you to take your business communications to a new level efficiently, quickly and productively. Many of us use Lotus Notes in our work on a daily basis and being able to use it more efficiently and smartly will benefit our hectic work lives. This exciting user guide enables business users to master all these aspects simply and effectively. This book provides comprehensive coverage of Lotus Notes in its entirety. It is easy to follow the instructions as they come with clear explanations and screenshots. This book will introduce the important features of Lotus Notes and at the same time give business users a deeper and clearer understanding of basic functionality, providing the answers to many questions that are encountered while sending mails, using calendars, and working with Lotus Notes applications. This practical, hands-on user guide shows you how to master all of the new features of Lotus Notes 8.5. This book begins by exploring the client interface of Lotus Notes including the Open List, the Home Page, the Side Bar, as well as many other options. You will see how Sametime facilitates instant communication, and how to get the most out of it. Widgets - small applications that you can install in the Lotus Notes side bar-such as LinkedIn, Google Maps, World clocks, Wikipedia search, and more are discussed at length, enabling you to access valuable information and also customize the widgets quickly. Messaging is covered in detail, with many time saving features explored. You will learn how to manage your Contacts, and even offer access to others as required. Moving ahead, you will see how calendars can be used to manage time effectively, especially with meetings. Next you will explore Notes applications, and how to work remotely with Lotus Notes. Finally, we introduce Symphony, which is an office suite that is included in Lotus Notes. By following the practical, real-world examples, you will successfully master Lotus Notes and be able to get the most out of this diverse application. What you will learn from this book Become more productive by customizing Lotus Notes preferences Explore Sametime features and start using them instantly Set up, read, and manage RSS Feeds in Lotus Notes Quickly access and customize Widgets to your preferences Ease your way to efficient mail management by using new and advanced features Organize, add, import, export, and manage contacts and groups Effectively co-ordinate with co workers and even find a meeting room using the calendar Master Lotus Notes applications with real-world examples Discover tips to work remotely with Lotus Notes Wow your colleagues by using the office suite -Symphony Approach A compact Lotus Notes User Guide, this book covers best practices, hints, tips, and tricks of Lotus Notes 8.5. It draws on real-world examples and you will find this book to be an invaluable reference for Lotus Notes. There are significant changes from the earlier versions of Lotus Notes to the current version of 8.5 and this book covers the new features in detail so that you will be able to take advantage of them. However, this book also covers key features from earlier versions, which have stood the test of time. Who this book is written for If you are a business user who wants to get the most out of Lotus Notes, then this book is for you. From beginners to seasoned professionals, this book aims to cover the features, best practices, tips, tricks, and tools that enable you to work smarter-almost effortlessly-in Lotus Notes 8.5. About the Author Karen Hooper is an IBM Certified Instructor in both System Administration and Development. Karen and her husband Steve own and manage Dr Notes Solutions, a Premier IBM Business Partner and IBM Authorized Training Partner, based in Australia. Karen has over 13 years experience with Lotus Notes and Domino from version 4 to 8.5.1. Karen has been involved in several major upgrade projects and company-wide training initiatives. She has been responsible for customizing and producing end user and help desk training material for several organizations. End User training is a passion for Karen as she believes an investment in training will always give a return to both the individual and the organization. Karen is also a technical instructor in both Domino System Administration and Development. Her passion is to empower people so that they increase their productivity and use the tools available to them. Karen has seen thousands of people benefit from her style of training. Karen lives in a beautiful bayside suburb of Melbourne, Australia with her husband Steve. They are blessed with two children, Zac and Zoe, and two Cavoodles, Jess and Bella. If you wish to contact Karen, her e-mail ID is Karen.Hooper@drnotes.com.au. Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1: First Impressions (The Client Interface) Chapter 2: To Chat or Not to Chat: Lotus Sametime Chapter 3: Feeds Chapter 4: Working with Widgets Chapter 5: Mastering Lotus Notes Mail Chapter 6: Lotus Notes Mail Tools Chapter 7: Managing Contacts Chapter 8: Calendar and To Dos Chapter 9: Working with Lotus Notes Applications Chapter 10: Working Remotely (Replication/Synchronization) Chapter 11: Symphony Index