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Jody Gilbert
TechRepublic Staff
Jody Gilbert

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10 questions (and answers) about Microsoft Live Mesh
Microsoft says its new Live Mesh system will allow data and applications to follow users across multiple devices. Since the technical preview is now available, it's time to take a look at what...
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | August 6, 2008, 12:47 PM PDT | Latest comment by rajimut@...
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10 things you should know about networking two buildings
From choosing the right physical media and conduit size to pulling cable to making long-term infrastructure decisions, networking two buildings is a challenging undertaking. These pointers will...
Posted by Rick Vanover | August 6, 2008, 8:04 AM PDT | Latest comment by ctaylor@...
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10 ways to make apt-get easier to use
The apt-get package management system can trip you up, even though it's supposed to simplify your work. Here are some practical pointers to help you get around various apt-get gotchas.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 6, 2008, 7:38 AM PDT | Latest comment by lastchip
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Can we call a truce? 10 tips for negotiating workplace conflicts
Whether two employees are fighting or a disgruntled client is on the verge of leaving, you -- yes, you -- can step in and help solve the problem. Veteran mediator Jeffrey Krivis offers some tricks...
Posted by Jeffrey Krivis | July 31, 2008, 2:07 PM PDT | Latest comment by lvn
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10 mispronunciations that make you sound stupid
Right or wrong, people often judge you by the way you pronounce things. Say a word incorrectly and POW -- they've pegged you as a provincial, poorly educated moron. Toni Bowers offers a list of...
Posted by Toni Bowers | July 31, 2008, 12:07 PM PDT | Latest comment by bruce@...
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10+ tips for upsizing an Access database to SQL Server
When the time comes to migrate your Access database to SQL Server, you could be in for a bumpy ride. These suggestions will help you sidestep problems -- or at least wrestle them into submission.
Posted by Susan Harkins | July 31, 2008, 8:03 AM PDT
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10 ways SMBs can cut costs (relatively painlessly) in a slow economy
Even if your small business is holding its own, there are steps you should take to keep costs under control. Deb Shinder outlines 10 practical ways to reduce your company's expenses.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 31, 2008, 6:18 AM PDT | Latest comment by jaytaylor5555
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10 ways to increase the productivity of your programmers
Developer time doesn't come cheap -- yet in some shops, maintaining developer productivity can be a struggle. Justin James discusses a number of ways to remove the obstacles that may be keeping...
Posted by Justin James | July 30, 2008, 1:43 PM PDT | Latest comment by Jaqui
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10 things you can do to avoid problems with your Citrix upgrade
Citrix Presentation Server and XenApp are among the best products in the application delivery space. Rick Vanover explains some of the factors to keep in mind when the time comes to upgrade your...
Posted by Rick Vanover | July 27, 2008, 7:53 AM PDT
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10 ways to make Linux boot faster
On those infrequent occasions when you need to reboot Linux, you may find that the process takes longer than you'd like. Jack Wallen shares a number of tricks you can use to reduce boot times.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 24, 2008, 1:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by wratholix
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10+ reasons why IT pros hate Microsoft Access (but really shouldn't)
Microsoft Access may not be right for all situations, but it does have its place -- at least according to database expert Susan Harkins. Here's her take on some of the more common complaints she's...
Posted by Susan Harkins | July 24, 2008, 12:44 PM PDT | Latest comment by MichaelX2012
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10 gaffes to avoid with respect to Chinese culture
If you're doing business in China, meeting with people from China, or planning to work there, you'll want to avoid certain missteps. Calvin Sun explains a bit about Chinese culture and provides a...
Posted by Calvin Sun | July 24, 2008, 12:33 PM PDT | Latest comment by Jolly_wang
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10 skills that can help you land an IT manager job
Your experience and tech credentials might make you a strong candidate for an IT manager position, but the CIO may be looking for something more. Find out how playing up certain nontechnical...
Posted by Mike Sisco | July 18, 2008, 9:43 AM PDT
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Stay safe when you pull an all-nighter: 10 self-defense tips for techies
IT pros may be experts at protecting their systems from attack. But working late on short sleep, preoccupied with a tricky project, they may not be ready to protect themselves. Deb Shinder calls...
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 17, 2008, 8:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by kjohnson@...
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10 ways to improve your client relationships
Your clients are your business -- so a key part of being successful is cultivating a healthy relationship with them. This list will help guide you as you develop and maintain the relationships...
Posted by Kevin Eikenberry | July 11, 2008, 9:17 AM PDT
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10+ tips for getting the best performance out of your SQL Server data types
Using the right data type can go along way toward minimizing problems and optimizing performance. Susan Harkins offers these practical tips to help you avoid getting bogged down by inappropriate...
Posted by Susan Harkins | July 10, 2008, 2:11 PM PDT
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10 technologies that cybercriminals love to exploit
Cybercriminals can go after your users in any number of ways, and the results can be devastating. Share this list with them to help them stay on their toes in this increasingly risky online world.
Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | July 10, 2008, 6:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by astro01@...
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10+ ways to help your help desk (and therefore yourself)
If you're a go-to resource for your organization's help desk, you can make your job easier by making their job easier. Calvin Sun looks at some things you can do to make help desk operations go...
Posted by Calvin Sun | July 7, 2008, 12:41 PM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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10 keyboard shortcuts to improve your Linux experience
A few simple keyboard shortcuts can make your work in Linux far more efficient. Jack Wallen runs through 10 of his favorites, for both desktop environments and window managers.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 2, 2008, 1:10 PM PDT
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10+ priorities for testing critical systems
Testing is essential to make sure that systems function as expected, but the process can be complex and overwhelming. Rick Vanover looks at some testing strategies that will help you focus on...
Posted by Rick Vanover | June 26, 2008, 7:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by Tony Hopkinson
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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 SmartAceW0LF
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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 tips for troubleshooting Outlook problems
When Outlook falters, productivity and vital business communications take a big hit. These troubleshooting measures will help you resolve problems quickly.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 15, 2013, 7:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by L-Mo
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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 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 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 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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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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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 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 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 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

































