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How to harness Big Data in motion
Here are some of the technologies that companies need to look at if they want real-time big data analytics.
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Creating a successful social enterprise
Learn how to use social media-style tools to help your organization.
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Protect your Windows Registry with Registry Alert
Registry Alert lets you prevent applications from introducing malicious software to your network.
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Students with tablets lack experiential learning
What is your opinion about tablet initiatives in schools for the sake of education?
Latest IT News & Blogs
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Social Media in the Enterprise
Social media to tear down traditional business power structures
A Gartner report predicts that over the next 10 years social media will help dissolve top-down hierarchies inside businesses, leading to more meritocratic organisations.
Posted by Nick Heath | May 20, 2013 10:04pm
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10 Things
10 signs that you might have a data governance problem
If data isn't managed well, your organization could be at significant risk. This list will help you spot areas where your data governance may fall short.
Posted by Rick Vanover | May 20, 2013 1:26pm | Latest comment by TsarNikky
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Google in the Enterprise
Seven tips for using Google+ Community features
Here are seven tips Andy Wolber wished he shared with Google+ Community members before they started using it.
Posted by Andy Wolber | May 20, 2013 12:43pm | Latest comment by Mark W. Kaelin
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Tablets in the Enterprise
Factor mobile ERP and CRM into BYOD planning
Factoring mobile ERP and CRM into your BYOD planning ensures a secure and seamless experience for your BYOD users.
Posted by Will Kelly | May 20, 2013 11:31am
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Windows and Office
Quick Tip: Flip text for a mirror image in Word
Use these simple techniques to get a mirror image of test in Microsoft Word.
Posted by Susan Harkins | May 20, 2013 11:12am
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SMB Technologist
Visual Studio compiler options, part 3: Option Compare
Option Compare is a compiler option in VB.NET with the right default for all new projects. Here's what SMBs need to know about the option.
Posted by Daryl Lucas | May 20, 2013 10:31am
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iOS App Builder
Better Code: Determine Device Types and iOS Versions
In a previous post, Better Code: Add email functionality to your Apple iOS apps, we saw how to add email functionality to an app to let your users contact you for support. Because apps can behave...
Posted by Scott Kantner | May 20, 2013 8:31am
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Linux and Open Source
Best open source HRM and ERP solutions
There's a reason why enterprise companies "get" Linux and open source. It's not just because of the security and reliability -- it's for the software. Check out this list of best in breed tools...
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 20, 2013 7:27am
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Career Management
How to prepare for the demand for tech pros
The demand for IT pros is on the rise. To be successful, candidates cannot excel in IT skills alone. They need to demonstrate business acumen and a robust skill set that equips them to meet the...
Posted by Guest Contributor | May 20, 2013 7:20am
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IT Security
Aaron Swartz legacy lives on with New Yorker's Strongbox: How it works
Strongbox was Aaron Swartz's final project. Michael P. Kassner explains why The New Yorker requested a way to keep sources and their information secret.
Posted by Michael Kassner | May 20, 2013 7:17am
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Tech Decision Maker
Are your tender requirements killing your IT project?
Plenty of organizations have well-formed procedures for procurement on large projects, but when the projects are small, the contracts are short-term, or the budget is low, those same procedures...
Posted by Ben Evans | May 20, 2013 6:23am
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IT Security
Mission impossible: Data identification and prioritization
Protecting your organization's most precious data is the goal, but not all data needs the same degree of care. Thinking strategically about what is most valuable can help you focus attention and...
Posted by Dominic Vogel | May 20, 2013 6:00am | Latest comment by PeterSS
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Data Center
Exchange 2013: First-time installation and basic administration
The Cumulative Update 1 for Exchange 2013 adds on-premise co-existence with legacy Exchange Server versions. Check out the new features
Posted by John Joyner | May 20, 2013 6:00am
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Tech Decision Maker
Download TechRepublic Pro's Application/Project Development Policy
TechRepublic Pro has created a policy template that allows you to set the stage for guidelines to be used during a project.
Posted by Toni Bowers | May 20, 2013 5:47am
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Software Engineer
Reverse engineering your .NET applications
The .NET Framework makes it easy to reverse engineer an existing application. Discover what techniques to use to deter prying eyes from deconstructing your code.
Posted by Tony Patton | May 18, 2013 6:30am
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Smartphones
BoomerangDoc: Another secure file sharing solution
Find out why Will Kelly isn't very impressed with BoomerangDoc, a secure file sharing app for iOS devices.
Posted by Will Kelly | May 17, 2013 2:50pm
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Windows and Office
Review: EZ Opp for Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Manage CRM sales data on the go with ease using a Windows RT or Windows 8 tablet.
Posted by Matthew Nawrocki | May 17, 2013 11:31am
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Social Media in the Enterprise
Personal social media? Not on company time
Using social media for personal reasons at work is widely frowned upon by those taking a recent TechRepublic survey and by those commenting on it.
Posted by Duane Craig | May 17, 2013 10:49am | Latest comment by jon.kilcrease@...
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Tablets in the Enterprise
Do students who are issued tablets miss the benefits of experiential learning?
What is your opinion about tablet initiatives in schools for the sake of education? Are students missing out on the benefits of experiential learning?
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 17, 2013 9:29am | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Google in the Enterprise
Quick Tip: Work with your Google Calendar in Outlook
Google Apps Sync lets you use your Google calendar in Microsoft Outlook. Find out why this can be handy and how to set it up.
Posted by Scott Matteson | May 17, 2013 7:54am
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Windows and Office
How to find duplicates in Excel
You'll need more than one trick up your sleeve to find duplicates in Excel.
Posted by Susan Harkins | March 5, 2013 10:56am | Latest comment by thanhonap
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Tech Decision Maker
Windows XP: If it ain't broke...
Although XP has less than one year of official support remaining from Microsoft, many organizations have no plans to replace it. What's going on?
Posted by Patrick Gray | May 3, 2013 5:25am | Latest comment by grenet
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10 Things
10 stupid things people do in their data centers
Small missteps can turn into huge problems in the data center -- and that can mean big trouble for your organization (and for you).
Posted by Jack Wallen | April 25, 2013 7:08am | Latest comment by christajoe
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Microsoft Office
Two ways to add checkbox controls to a Word document
Use a customized bulleted list or a content control to insert checkboxes into a Word document, depending on how you are going to use it.
Posted by Susan Harkins | February 22, 2012 8:16am | Latest comment by ian@...
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Windows and Office
Quick Tip: Track down lost Microsoft product keys with ProduKey
Find your lost key for any properly installed Microsoft product with the help of this free tool.
Posted by Greg Shultz | April 23, 2013 1:11am | Latest comment by dcarr@...
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IT Security
List open ports and listening services
You should turn off any services you don't actually need so that they will not become avenues of attack for security threats. Different systems will have different services running by default,...
Posted by Chad Perrin | April 15, 2008 8:47pm | Latest comment by jackhard
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Microsoft Office
How to add a drop-down list to an Excel cell
Drop-down lists can greatly facilitate data entry. Here's a look at how to use Excel's data validation feature to create handy lists within your worksheets.
Posted by Susan Harkins | June 12, 2008 12:00am | Latest comment by dhivya.vasu01@...
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Apple in the Enterprise
How to create a bootable USB to install OS X
Jesus Vigo goes over the steps to create a bootable USB to install OS X 10.7-10.8 and OS X 10.5-10.6, as well as how to put multiple versions on the same USB.
Posted by Jesus Vigo | April 2, 2013 6:00am | Latest comment by themacjesus
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Windows and Office
Create a Recovery Drive in Windows 8
Greg Shultz shows you how to create a Recovery Drive in Windows 8 for both a flash drive and an optical disk.
Posted by Greg Shultz | February 13, 2013 12:15pm | Latest comment by leverseau
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10 Things
10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA
Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.
Posted by Susan Harkins | August 25, 2009 9:08am | Latest comment by johnywhy@...
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Microsoft Windows
Change and customize Windows 7's Logon screen wallpaper
In this edition of the Windows Vista and Windows 7 Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to change Windows 7's Logon screen wallpaper.
Posted by Greg Shultz | July 25, 2011 12:18pm | Latest comment by PhilipAngel
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Microsoft Office
Transpose Excel data from rows to columns, or vice versa
When you need to flip-flop data in an Excel worksheet, don't waste time doing it manually. Excel offers a handy Transpose option that will quickly take care of the task.
Posted by Jeff Davis | June 23, 2009 12:00am | Latest comment by excelinexcel
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Five Apps
Protect your privacy with these five applications
There are a number of different utilities that you can use to mitigate risk and help protect your privacy.
Posted by Brien Posey | April 25, 2013 10:55am | Latest comment by gmichaels
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Windows and Office
Restore Windows 8 with System Image Recovery
Greg Shultz shows you how to use System Image Recovery tool from the Recovery Drive to restore your hard disk.
Posted by Greg Shultz | March 27, 2013 12:17pm | Latest comment by John94903
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Software Engineer
Seven traits of effective programmers
Being a great programmer involves more than writing code that works. Justin James lists the hallmarks of programmers who rise to the top ranks of their profession.
Posted by Justin James | May 4, 2013 9:18pm | Latest comment by Justin James
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10 Things
Top 10 Windows 7 desktop gadgets
Windows 7 gadgets offer added functionality and convenience in a variety of ways. Here are a few you may want to add to your desktop.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | June 1, 2010 9:12am | Latest comment by sightsandsounds
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10 Things
10 reasons why Canonical and Ubuntu will connect the masses with Linux
Could Canonical and Ubuntu give Linux a chance to gain widespread acceptance? Here are 10 reasons why it might play out that way.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 7, 2013 8:54am | Latest comment by Brainstorms
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10 Things
10 things you should know about USB 2.0 and 3.0
USB 3.0 has been highly anticipated -- and now, it's finally here. Sort of. Find out about its availability, specifications, benefits, and limitations.
Posted by Alan Norton | December 28, 2009 8:34am | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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Microsoft Office
Use SUMIFS() to sum by multiple conditions in Excel
Excel's SUMIF() lets you sum values, conditionally. It's new sibling, SUMIFS() lets you sum values by multiple conditions.
Posted by Susan Harkins | November 14, 2011 11:25am | Latest comment by peter.r7
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Career Management
The top five in-demand IT certifications for 2013
Here's a look at what the experts say will be the most in-demand tech certifications for 2013.
Posted by Guest Contributor | December 17, 2012 6:17am | Latest comment by gregg.howard
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