"Connect" is the name for the newly formed global independent HP Business Technology Community for HP Users. From their HQ in the USA, "Connect" will offer support and benefits to all HP Users. Individual membership of "Connect" is $50, but because HPUG is affiliated to "Connect" paid-up members will receive all the benefits (except voting rights) free of charge as an extension to their membership .
HPUG remains an independent organisation too, but will work closely with "Connect" and other user groups throughout the world to bring members the best in service offerings.
It will take a little while to arrange all the access privileges available to affiliated members, but in the meantime you can browse the offerings from "Connect" at www.connect-community.org. Paid-up members of HPUG should not try to join "Connect" otherwise you will be charged $50 and we have no way of recovering this payment.If you have any questions about "Connect" please contact or call 01344 362929.
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