BarNetwork News Feed

JADE - an important new professional legal research tool

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

BarNet has just released a new and improved version of JADE � our legal research solution designed by barristers for barristers.

Signing up is free and only takes a few moments.

BarNet�s JADE (Judgments and Decisions Enhanced) is a unique legal research solution for legal professionals.

JADE is designed to make it easier to get the information you need, when, where, and how you want it.

If you have not tried JADE before or if you have not tried it for a while please try it out the new version and tell us what you think.

JADE automatically collects all the recent decisions of selected Australian Courts and Tribunals into an enhanced system with special facilities. Most significantly, this gives you:

�the ability to search in near-real-time across all jurisdictions in the one search using novel search technologies which are case-research aware;
�daily email alerts of all decisions tailored to your practice areas;
�the ability to mark cases for rapid recall;
�the ability to annotate and highlight passages of cases for later reference, including printing these for use in Court; and
�one click access to the case at the original site.

http://barnet.com.au/jade

BarNet is 8

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

In March 2008, BarNet turned 8. Our free support offering to all Barristers and Clerks was extremely successful. [ Download information sheet ]

During the whole of March, our users were able to call BarNet to book in for a free �preventative maintenance� service for your all of your chambers computers.

We visited your Sydney CBD chambers, conducted a quick survey and then undertook a series of maintenance and update tasks.

As you would expect from BarNet's attention to detail: we also looked at any niggling computer problems you reported and gave some training.

While the offer is now closed, to take advantage of the services offered, simply call the BarNet help desk on 02 8815 9090 or send us an email to info@barnet.com.au. To ensure that the service visit is efficient and to make sure that we send the right support team member, we will ask you some questions about your set up prior to the visit.

Using advanced technologies, we can even perform remote support.

BarNet Communicator

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

Barnet has released a new desktop application � the Barnet Communicator.
Easily installed on your computer, it gives you one click access to automatic backup, configuration tools, information resources and more.

You can use Barnet Communicator to:

Automate your backups easily. Just click on the Backup Wizard and follow the easy instructions to set up your own encrypted backup storage space on BarNet's secure backup server.

Optimise your computer settings. Use the Automated Configuration Tool for the best performance in the BarNet network.

Search recent cases in BarNet�s JADE. Easily find and stay in touch with your colleagues using the BarNet Directory service.

We are also adding an Instant Messaging service and desktop access to the Oxford English Dictionary, with more to come later this year.

To register your interest in joining the priority communicator installation list, call BarNet on (02) 8815 9090 or send us an email at info@barnet.com.au

Mobile broadband offer

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

Your response to the introductory holiday offer to trial 3 Mobile USB mobile broadband devices was overwhelming.
So much so that BarNet will continue to make these units available to members for short term use. The cost is low - $5 for a day or $20 for a week. We can also supply unit for more extended periods.

They are easy to use � just plug and play. Holiday users successfully achieved high speed connections in Hong Kong, the UK, and locally.

Back at work, the devices are even more useful. You can take one to court for high speed Internet access at the bar table, for example. We have a number of units already reserved for this purpose.

Think about using a device while next on Circuit or trial one at home.

To reserve a unit, or to find out more, contact us at info@barnet.com.au or on (02) 8815 9090.

BarNet Spam Block Report

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 00:00:00 EST

Many of you will have received your first Blocked Email Report from the new BarNet Spam Blocker reporting service today. The idea behind this service is to give you increased information about, and control of your email.

You may be aware that BarNet deploys a range of techniques to identify and cut off spam, and any harmful viruses, before they infiltrate your system. We also want to ensure that you receive all your genuine mail without delay.

If we detect and block any potentially harmful mail addressed to you, you will now receive a daily email report from the BarNet Spam Blocker. This report will list the blocked addresses sending suspect emails to you. If you are confident about these senders, you will have the option to allow future emails from those addresses through the anti-spam system. You will not be offered this option for emails identified as containing viruses.

To allow mail to come through, you will simply need to click on the "unblock" link next to the relevant mail and you will be taken to a screen that allows you to confirm that you wish to receive mail from this address. You will only need to do this once - after that confirmation, all mail which we receive for you from that address will go straight to your mail box.

For a more detailed explanation of the key reasons why mail is identified as spam and the possible problems associated with that mail you can refer to our documentation page.

If you have any questions about this service or have ideas for improvements we would be very happy to hear from you. You can call us on (02) 8815 9090 or email us at info@barnet.com.au

BarNet releases JADE

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 EST

Judgments and Decisions Enhanced (JADE) is the latest intiative from BarNet and is now online.

JADE gives you a powerful new way to access decisions as they are made available together with a range of innovative research and collaboration tools.

Try JADE free during its beta development phase and let us know what you think http://jade.barnet.com.au

Know that you are up to date

JADE is updated hourly, collecting the most recent releases of online decisions from 42 Australian jurisdictions with more to come.

With JADE, you can set up Alerts and receive an email advising you when decisions are released in your areas of interest with a convenient link to the full decision.

Have the latest cases delivered directly to your computer desktop with JADE Digests.

Find cases quickly and easily

JADE makes it easy to find the cases you want.

Browse by topic or by court. Create and save your own custom browses and see decisions sorted and arranged the way you like.

Searching is simple. Start by typing some keywords into the search box or refine using the easy-to-use advanced search.

Annotate and collaborate

JADE is more than a way to just find recent cases. Our research tools allow you to work with those cases and discuss them with your colleagues.

You can use JADEmarks to bookmark a case for future reference and use the special highlight and annotation features to mark cases up. It's all online, so you can access your JADEmarks from any internet-connected computer.

Use Tags to label your case materials for easy reference and to organise materials in ways that work for you.

You can chose to work privately or collaboratively. We can set up groups for sharing JADEmarks and Tags for collaborative work or you interact with the entire JADE community. The choice is yours.

Be part of JADE

JADE is about you, and how you choose to work.

JADE offers a unique forum where the legal community can develop and share knowledge, ideas, and interests. JADE will be responsive the the changing needs of the legal profession and will strive to continue to provide innovative ways to help you in your work.

Visit http://jade.barnet.com.au You can watch a brief demonstration, or just browse the collection. To use all of the features available in this beta version, click on"Subscribe" in the main menu, and complete the easy registration form.

For help getting started, contact our support team at jade-support@barnet.com.au or call 8815 9081. Chambers visits to explain or demonstrate the site can also be arranged.

Try JADE today and tell us what you think.

Enhanced Webmail selection

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 00:00:00 EST

BarNet has recently updated its extensive selection of webmail clients. You will find the appropriate webmail client at the Tools menu -> Webmail on the BarNet website.

Launch of BarNet's AnyWhereAccess Service

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 00:00:00 EST

BarNet has launched its AnyWhereAccess Service. To use this service, please visit: http://apps.barnet.com.au.

You must have valid licences and be connected to BarNet's Exchange Server programme.
Getting connected takes a few minutes. For passwords and assistance, please email us at BarNet Support.

New BarNet Website officially opened

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 00:00:00 EST

The redesigned BarNet website has been officially opened!

The graphical design has been made by Roger Keays of Sunburnt Web Services.

BarNet Office Opens

Sun, 28 May 2006 00:00:00 EST

BarNet is delighted to announce that it has opened a small office at 155 King Street. This office is connected to BarNet's network by laser and backup links.

Photographs to follow.