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Jody Gilbert
TechRepublic Staff
Jody Gilbert
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10 steps to creating a Word userform for addressing letters
Using a little VBA and Word's form features, you can set up a template to quickly enter address info into your letters.
Posted by Susan Harkins | December 12, 2012, 1:37 PM PST | Latest comment by Alex_aaa
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10 IT risk management issues that are often overlooked
Along with the obvious areas of risk management -- such as data breaches and business continuity -- are several smaller issues that may be disasters-in-the making.
Posted by Mary Shacklett | December 10, 2012, 10:16 AM PST | Latest comment by john.boruvka@...
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10 MORE technologies that are just plain broken
Some items from our original broken-tech list have been improved -- making room for a new crop of flawed and poorly implemented systems and technologies.
Posted by Jack Wallen | December 10, 2012, 4:57 AM PST | Latest comment by mrmichaelhallett
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10 predictions for open source in 2013
The end of 2012 is in sight, and predictions about the new year are starting to run rampant. Jack Wallen weighs in with his open source forecast for 2013.
Posted by Jack Wallen | December 7, 2012, 12:19 PM PST | Latest comment by cwarner7_11
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10 things every new IT admin needs to know
When you launch your IT career, it's important to understand concepts -- but you also need to know how to perform these real-world tasks.
Posted by Jack Wallen | December 6, 2012, 12:14 PM PST | Latest comment by jred
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10 security mistakes that are easy to avoid
What's worse than getting hit with a security breach? Getting hit with an easily preventable one.
Posted by Scott Lowe | December 3, 2012, 12:00 AM PST | Latest comment by umair.asif
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10 steps to creating a simple break-even template in Excel
Determining the break-even point for your products gives you valuable insights into how business is performing. Here's how to set up a break-even profit model.
Posted by Susan Harkins | November 29, 2012, 1:40 PM PST
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10 ways automated tools can help you meet the tech challenges of 2013
2013 promises to bring increased demand on IT resources, but automated solutions can help organizations save money, reduce downtime, and operate more efficiently.
Posted by Brad Hale | November 28, 2012, 9:42 AM PST | Latest comment by Dereckonline
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10 ways to make your business more efficient
If your business isn't taking off -- or worse, if it's going downhill -- it's time to look for inefficiencies that may be plaguing your systems and practices.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 20, 2012, 5:12 AM PST | Latest comment by kirangodbole
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10 services your consulting firm should avoid offering
It may be tempting to build your business by offering to fulfill all your clients' needs. But be careful: Some services may turn out to be more than you can handle.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 19, 2012, 5:31 AM PST | Latest comment by capeterson67@...
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10 things you should consider when virtualizing enterprise desktops
If you're planning to move your desktops and other assets to the cloud, make sure you keep these critical factors in mind.
Posted by Erik Frieberg | November 15, 2012, 9:08 AM PST
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10+ challenges facing the 'international' CIO
IT leaders who are responsible for international operations face some extra issues, not all of which are tech-related. Here are some of the concerns you may encounter.
Posted by Mary Shacklett | November 14, 2012, 7:19 AM PST
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10 ways to stay productive when you can't get an Internet connection
When you're stuck offline for a while, you can still get things done. Here are 10 suggestions for keeping busy until you can get back online.
Posted by Brien Posey | November 13, 2012, 4:49 AM PST | Latest comment by myangeldust
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10 roadblocks to implementing Big Data analytics
Before you jump on the Big Data bandwagon, make sure you understand exactly what you're getting into.
Posted by Mary Shacklett | November 12, 2012, 5:06 AM PST | Latest comment by JohnM_Haddad
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10 things to consider before leaving IT for the end business
If you're hoping to climb the ladder on the business side of your organization, be sure to ask yourself these questions before saying goodbye to IT.
Posted by Mary Shacklett | November 7, 2012, 1:05 PM PST
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10 steps to transferring Word form data to an Excel sheet
When you need to transfer a data record to Excel, a Word form -- and a little VBA -- makes the process a snap.
Posted by Susan Harkins | November 5, 2012, 2:13 PM PST | Latest comment by Voaraghamanthar
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10 ways to help your users switch from Windows to Mac
Switching from Windows to Mac can be frustrating and confusing for even the most tech-savvy users. These tips will help ease the transition.
Posted by Erik Eckel | November 5, 2012, 5:48 AM PST | Latest comment by Viktor_f
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10 mistakes you might be making with your data center
Certain common pitfalls and planning mistakes can cancel out data center benefits, like enhanced reliability and cost savings. Here's what to watch out for.
Posted by Jack Wallen | October 30, 2012, 5:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by avindia@...
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10 ways for IT to survive a merger
Consolidating staff and system platforms during a merger is a highly charged and complex undertaking -- and IT is right in the thick of it. Here's what you should know going in.
Posted by Mary Shacklett | October 29, 2012, 5:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by Dyalect
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10 things you should know about working with technical writers
Good technical writers can be an asset to your team, but only if you know how to take advantage of their perspective and insights.
Posted by Will Kelly | October 26, 2012, 5:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by dltkkennedy@...
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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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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 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 Robynsveil
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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 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 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 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@...
