Association of Information Technology Professionals monthly meeting, "The Networking Battle: NT, NetWare & UNIX, Which one is better?" by Les McCarter. 11:30 a.m. July 16, Ala Moana Hotel. Cost for members and students $15, nonmembers $25.

Reservation deadline next Monday. Call 546-2084.

Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii small-business seminar, "Demystifying the Government Contracting Process." Learn about marketing strategies, contracting techniques and the procedures for bidding through open forums, panel discussions and networking periods.

Seminar is aimed for disadvantaged, small minority, women-owned businesses, suppliers, contractors and distributors with the potential and desire to sell to the federal government. July 15, 16 and 17, Hale Koa Hotel, De Russy Ball Room. Cost $75. Registration deadline Friday. Call 545-4363.