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Jody Gilbert
TechRepublic Staff
Jody Gilbert

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10 reasons why you should learn Ruby on Rails
There are plenty of compelling reasons to check out Ruby on Rails -- like the development model, the job market, and the abundance of good IDEs.
Posted by Justin James | February 23, 2012, 6:53 AM PST | Latest comment by itadmin@...
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10+ people who have had a positive impact on TR members
In our latest Call for Feedback, we asked for stories about those who have helped you in your career. Turns out there's a lot of positive influence in IT.
Posted by Scott Lowe | February 21, 2012, 11:48 AM PST | Latest comment by Suresh Mukhi
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10 ways tech can boost sales for SMBs
SMBs that are smart about leveraging technology can see impressive sales increases. Here are some ways to use your IT resources to accomplish great things.
Posted by Justin James | February 17, 2012, 2:15 PM PST | Latest comment by groundhog32
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10 myths of BYOD in the enterprise
The consumerization of IT is upon us -- dragging numerous misconceptions in its wake. See how some recent reports have debunked a few common myths about BYOD.
Posted by Gina Smith | February 16, 2012, 1:50 PM PST | Latest comment by Jay_H
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10 things you should know about sexual harassment
Sexual harassment is a workplace reality that requires managers to be vigilant and well informed. Here are some key issues every manager needs to be aware of.
Posted by Calvin Sun | February 15, 2012, 9:18 AM PST | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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10 reasons why I (mostly) love my end users
No need to send your users a Valentine -- but it never hurts to remember the upsides of supporting them.
Posted by Jack Wallen | February 13, 2012, 4:36 PM PST | Latest comment by RMSx32767
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The 10 most important things to teach your Outlook users
Outlook is complex enough to confuse your users and create support headaches. These basic concepts will give them a better grasp of how things work.
Posted by Susan Harkins | February 11, 2012, 8:25 AM PST | Latest comment by alexisgarcia72@...
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10 ways to get the most out of Evernote
Evernote's flexibility and convenience have millions of users hooked. Here are some of the best ways to put this note-taking tool to good use.
Posted by Katherine Murray | February 8, 2012, 12:58 PM PST | Latest comment by Ken Wolf
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10 simple tips for brand new Android tablet users
Android tablet newbies (whether that's you, your dad, or your users) will find these tips helpful in getting acclimated to their new device.
Posted by Brien Posey | February 7, 2012, 12:51 PM PST | Latest comment by cricini
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10 things you have to know to be computer literate
Many of your users are coasting along without adequate computer knowledge. Help them close the gap by sharing this list of essential skills.
Posted by Justin James | February 6, 2012, 1:46 PM PST | Latest comment by Nightscribe
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10 Things Call for Feedback: Who is the best person you ever worked with?
Have you ever worked with someone who had a major positive impact on your life, your job, and/or your outlook? Share your story with the rest of us.
Posted by Scott Lowe | February 6, 2012, 11:30 AM PST | Latest comment by llmccabe
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10 threats to The Golden Age of the Internet
Have we been taking the Internet for granted? See why we might soon find ourselves reminiscing about the days of unfettered use and free access.
Posted by Alan Norton | February 3, 2012, 6:58 AM PST | Latest comment by serendipiti27@...
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10 warning signs that your IT landscape needs to change
Is your shop burdened with old hardware, expired support contracts, an arthritic network, and pre-Columbian software? Sooner or later, something's gotta give.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 31, 2012, 1:17 PM PST | Latest comment by suncatTR
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10 Internet access tips for travelers
It may seem like Internet access is available everywhere. But when you travel, you may hit limitations, inflated charges, and various connectivity gotchas.
Posted by Brien Posey | January 31, 2012, 8:31 AM PST | Latest comment by klaasf
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10 things IT pros do that lead to burnout
Stress, exhaustion, health problems, poor job performance, apathy -- all these can be yours if you commit a few career sins and get burned out.
Posted by Scott Lowe | January 28, 2012, 8:46 AM PST | Latest comment by nacolepsy
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10 problems with outsourcing IT
Outsourcing your IT functions may appear to make good sense, but beware of certain side effects that could negate the benefits.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 26, 2012, 12:15 PM PST | Latest comment by Broint
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10 must-have Android apps (revisited)
As Android has evolved, its apps have improved and proliferated. Jack Wallen has created a new list of apps you'll want to install on your tablet or phone.
Posted by Jack Wallen | January 25, 2012, 11:12 AM PST | Latest comment by keshar.hayat@...
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10 skills for developers to focus on in 2012
Quick: Throw out last year's list of must-learn dev skills -- it's already obsolete. This new list will help you rethink your skill set to avoid falling behind.
Posted by Justin James | January 23, 2012, 10:57 AM PST | Latest comment by apotheon
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The 10 dumbest tech predictions for 2012
We may not know exactly what's going to happen in the tech world this year -- but a lot of you have strong opinions about what WON'T be happening.
Posted by Scott Lowe | January 20, 2012, 10:50 AM PST | Latest comment by fluxtatic
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10 ways to stall out your IT career
If you really want to see your IT career take off, make sure you don't get derailed by these common mistakes.
Posted by Justin James | January 19, 2012, 11:01 AM PST | Latest comment by lightingbird@...
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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, 7:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by christajoe
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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, 9:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by johnywhy@...
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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, 8:54 AM PDT | Latest comment by Brainstorms
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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, 9:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by sightsandsounds
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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, 8:34 AM PST | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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10 cool ways to use Excel's conditional formatting feature
Excel's conditional formatting feature can do a whole lot more than many people realize. Susan Harkins runs through 10 practical ways to put this tool to work.
Posted by Susan Harkins | April 11, 2012, 2:06 PM PDT | Latest comment by EleanorSugden
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10+ ways to recover a corrupted Word document
Few computer experiences are worse than having a Word document blow up on you. But before you resign yourself to losing the document contents, check out these techniques for salvaging your text.
Posted by Brien Posey | August 17, 2009, 2:55 PM PDT | Latest comment by techrepublic2013
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10 things to try when applications won't work with Windows 8
If you have problems getting an app to run on Windows 8, all's not lost. One of these strategies or workarounds may get the application running.
Posted by Brien Posey | January 6, 2013, 5:42 AM PST | Latest comment by Snak
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10 ways to speed up Windows 7
You don't have to live with a Windows 7 machine that's becoming unbearably slow. Here are 10 basic steps that will optimize system performance.
Posted by Scott Lowe | July 16, 2012, 5:26 AM PDT | Latest comment by zaidmark
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10 Windows 7 commands every administrator should know
The command line is often the best place to resolve Windows 7 desktop problems. These basic commands will help speed your troubleshooting tasks.
Posted by Brien Posey | December 27, 2012, 12:00 AM PST | Latest comment by bertleen
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10 PowerShell commands every Windows admin should know
PowerShell combines the speed of the command line with the flexibility of a scripting language, making it a valuable Windows administration tool. Here are a few basic commands you'll want to master.
Posted by Brien Posey | December 13, 2010, 6:22 AM PST | Latest comment by jcwfbi
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The 10 best IT certifications: 2012
The certification landscape changes as swiftly as the technologies you support. Erik Eckel looks at the certs that are currently relevant and valuable to IT pros.
Posted by Erik Eckel | March 26, 2012, 6:34 AM PDT | Latest comment by tolusameri@...
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10 critical ERP upgrade mistakes
If your organization is preparing to upgrade its ERP system, this list will help you steer clear of common project pitfalls.
Posted by Guest contributor | May 1, 2013, 12:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by delroekid
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10+ Windows 7 services you may not need
If you evaluate your organization's need for certain Windows 7 services, you may find that a number of them can be safely disabled.
Posted by Scott Lowe | March 30, 2012, 11:58 AM PDT | Latest comment by jadkaizen@...
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10 tips for dealing with difficult people
Some people are just plain hard to get along with. But you don't have to let them get under your skin. Calvin Sun offers advice for surviving your encounters with vexing customers and colleagues.
Posted by Calvin Sun | February 10, 2011, 7:32 AM PST | Latest comment by garygoosby@...
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10+ ways to be more productive
If you often reach the end of the day and wonder why you got so little done, it may be time evaluate your working style. Alan Norton offers 11 productivity boosters that can help get your days...
Posted by Alan Norton | September 8, 2010, 9:48 AM PDT | Latest comment by bobijub
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10 steps to setting up page numbering in Word sections
If you've ever been outfoxed by Word's page numbering options in a multiple-section document, here's good news: Controlling how the pages in each section are numbered is actually pretty easy....
Posted by Susan Harkins | September 23, 2010, 9:41 AM PDT | Latest comment by Vigs
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10 Linux rescue tools for recovering Linux, Windows, or Mac machines
When you're dealing with a system that won't boot, you need a robust and dependable recovery tool. Here are a few Linux tools that might save the day.
Posted by Jack Wallen | April 14, 2010, 8:39 AM PDT | Latest comment by wizard57m-cnet
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10 best practices for successful project management
The right mix of planning, monitoring, and controlling can make the difference in completing a project on time, on budget, and with high quality results. These guidelines will help you plan the...
Posted by Tom Mochal | July 23, 2009, 2:10 PM PDT | Latest comment by TerenceNoah
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10 tips for making greener PC purchases and upgrades
Whether you're buying a new machine or upgrading an existing one, these tips will help you make the most eco-friendly choices.
Posted by Katherine Murray | April 19, 2013, 10:38 AM PDT | Latest comment by wdewey@...

































