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Brian Mayo embarked on his career as a computer professional in 1998, working for a small software company that developed its own point-of-sale/bookkeeping software for gift shops. His keen interest in computers stemmed from the beginnings of online games, which became increasingly popular in the early Windows 95 days. From there, Brian began upgrading hardware as more visually demanding games came onto the market and developed an interest in networking computers together when he landed his first job developing the POS system software.
In 1999, Brian went on to work for a local franchise of a national chain, working under senior engineers on large projects, including a wide-area network for a local school system and other various networks for small businesses. During this time, Brian completed CompTIAs certification system for A+ Core, A+ OS and Network+. His interest in setting up and supporting networks for small businesses became his focus during these years.
Brian’s interest in the various aspects of networks for small businesses brought him to several technical forums on the Internet. With the fast pace of technology in computers, schools are often behind, and tech forums offer the latest information. Brian joined Speedguide.Net as a staff member in early 2001. His contributions at Speedguide, as well as contributions at some other well-known tech sites, earned him the Microsoft MPV award in 2007 and 2008.
Brian signed on with Dynamic Alliance in 2003, where he continued his expertise in implementing and managing computer technology networks in small to medium businesses.
Brian’s favorite aspects of the job: upgrading small offices that are ready to grow, working with different people, introducing the Microsoft Small Business Server and showcasing the features that a small business server can bring to an office.