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Birl Smith

I have worked as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for 19 years. In my CPA work, I have specialized in working with banks, governmental entities and non-profit organizations. My practice includes tax planning and preparation for individuals and non-profit organizations.

I joined the North Texas PC Users Group (NTPCUG) in 1990. I have been a Special Interest Group (SIG) leader for the following SIGs:

  • Wireless SIG
  • PDA & Handheld Technology SIG
  • Communications SIG
In 2002, I joined the NTPCUG BOD as the Secretary and I served in this function until 2005. I served as president of NTPCUG for the calendar years 2005 and 2007. I have also served as the APCUG representative for NTPCUG 2005--2008.

My professional work has always involved computers but I purchased my first personal computer in 1981. Since then I have bought many desktops and laptops. I have worked with DOS, Windows and Linux operating systems and with Windows SharePoint Services. I have also built computers, both desktops and servers.

NTPCUG has two servers (production & development server) and I have worked on the system administration committee to upgrade both our hardware and software with W2003 enterprise, SQL Server, WSS, Exchange 2003 and Virtual Server 2005 (for our development server).

Academic background:

I Graduated from Texas A & M in 1975 with a degree in Economics and Finance. In 1977, I graduated from Texas A & M with an MBA degree in Management. In addition, I received a Certificate of Completion in Data Processing from Tarrant County Community College in 1980