10 Things

Archive: 06-2012

• 10 tips for first-time iPad users

  If you’re new to the iPad, its functionality may be confusing at first. Brien Posey shares some basic instructions to get you past the awkward stage.

  Posted by Brien Posey | June 28, 2012, 2:10 PM PDT

• 10 things SMBs should look for in a CRM

  CRM systems have traditionally been associated with big organizations, but a new breed of CRMs is aimed at smaller businesses. Here’s a rundown of key features to look for.

  Posted by Michel Ozzello | June 25, 2012, 6:51 AM PDT

• 10 development technologies that refuse to die

  Even as new tech drives IT forward, certain systems and languages keep the past alive. Here are 10 technologies that will be with us for a while.

  Posted by Justin James | June 24, 2012, 5:02 AM PDT

• 10 newbie mistakes you can easily avoid in the field

  New IT pros — and even industry veterans — sometimes make costly, embarrassing mistakes. Here are a few common missteps that are easy to avoid.

  Posted by Jack Wallen | June 21, 2012, 4:37 AM PDT

• 10 ways to maximize your help desk investment

  The help desk has become a key player in delivering business benefits, including high service levels for users and customers, improved applications, and better products.

  Posted by Mary Shacklett | June 18, 2012, 2:50 PM PDT

• 10 Word defaults you can customize to work the way YOU want

  Change a few key default settings in Word and you won’t have to make the same tweaks over and over.

  Posted by Susan Harkins | June 17, 2012, 6:42 AM PDT

• 10 things every UI designer should know about end users

  An interface that fails to consider the user perspective isn’t likely to win acceptance. Jack Wallen looks at user habits and attitudes that UI designers should keep in mind.

  Posted by Jack Wallen | June 14, 2012, 12:57 PM PDT

• 10 boring (but really important) things you should know about HIPAA compliance

  Staggering fines are being levied against companies that fail to comply with HIPAA regulations. Here are 10 critical policies to have in place (even if you don’t fall under HIPAA).

  Posted by Keith Faigin | June 14, 2012, 6:28 AM PDT

• 10 things you need to know about iPad and iPhone development

  If you’re getting ready to jump into iOS development, these practical insights will help you get started.

  Posted by Justin James | June 10, 2012, 6:23 AM PDT

• 10 steps to creating a Word input form

  User forms make data entry more efficient, reduce errors, and ensure consistency. This walk-through will show your users how easy it is to set up their own forms.

  Posted by Susan Harkins | June 6, 2012, 12:01 AM PDT