Tag: computer software

Citrix reportedly doubles cost of some software licenses • The Register

Nexus
Citrix has allegedly made major changes to its partner program, and one of the consultancies briefed on the new arrangements told The Register that when the news was delivered to a gathering of the Citrix faithful the result was “stunned silence followed by anger and disbelief.” One reason for that reaction is a change to licensing for partners that, we understand, will see Citrix charge double the price for its wares unless partners pay upfront for a year. Those wares will be bundled as “Citrix Universal for CSP” that encompasses “the best Citrix and NetScaler capabilities”, we are told. That…Continue Reading

Tax return software makes filing easy, but knowing when to hire a professional is key

Nexus
TORONTO — Imagine sitting down with a messy pile of T-slips and old receipts to file your tax return one line at a time. It sounds intimidating — and a reason why even people with unclear returns may choose to hire an accountant. With the advent of self-filing software, however, the majority of people are able to file their own taxes without professional guidance, or the costs that go along with it. But the key is understanding when to recruit extra help. “There’s a lot more simplification of the process with the online platforms,” ​​says Andrea Thompson, a certified financial…Continue Reading