This is the first of what is intended to be a series of short guides, based on many years of practical experience in the use of SMS360. Of the many different systems I have used, SMS360 enjoys a clear lead in terms of ease of use and of configuration. In these articles, I will stay clear of the more advanced features (e.g. data analysis, dashboards). As such, I recommend that these articles be used only as a complement to the training offered by Flight Data People.