Everything you wanted to know about webinars but were afraid to ask.

AuthorSpieker, Sandy
PositionTechnology

There is a wealth of information out there, but some of it is wrapped in the sometimes intimidating package of a webinar. Don't feel frustrated--if you can get to the Internet, you can participate in a webinar from The Ohio Society of CPAs. With a few clicks, you can get the information you want without leaving your desk. OSCPA webinars also offer convenient, cost-effective CPE targeted to your needs or interests.

GETTING STARTED

First of all, you need to have Windows 2000 operating system or higher. A Tandy computer with a green blinking cursor won't cut it.

Go to www.ohioscpa.com and click on Events Catalog under the Education tab and search on the topic that interests you. You can also type "webinars" in the search bar for a list of upcoming webinars. There are usually 2-3 webinars a week, covering specialties from A&A to economic updates.

Next, register for your choice of webinar program. The day before the webinar, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with the link to the webinar. Be sure to save that e-mail--the link included is how you will join the webinar, like a secret handshake that lets you into the top secret meeting. The e-mail will also have a link to a reference guide of instructions on joining and participating in the webinar and a link to any presentation materials.

TIP: PRINTING POWERPOINT SLIDES AHEAD OF TIME CAN MAKE IT EASIER TO FOLLOW ALONG DURING THE DISCUSSION.

On the day of the webinar, open the e-mail and click on the link to the webinar. This will take you to a login screen, where you will need to type in your name and e-mail address. TIP: MAKE SURE YOU LOGIN 5-10 MINUTES BEFORE THE WEBINAR IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN.

For the audio portion of the webinar, dial the access number included in the registration e-mail and enter...

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