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Jody Gilbert

Jody Gilbert

TechRepublic Staff

Jody Gilbert

Jody Gilbert
Jody Gilbert has been writing and editing technical articles for the past 20 years, including a stint with The Cobb Group/ZD Journals. In 1998, she won Ziff-Davis' Chairman's Circle Award for Editorial Excellence for her work as author of several Microsoft Office how-to publications.
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    10 highly valued soft skills for IT pros

    Today's IT pro needs both technical expertise and soft skills -- that's nothing new. But the scope of those in-demand soft skills just keeps growing.

    Posted by Mary Shacklett | July 29, 2012, 11:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by ccalcut@...

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    10 ways to stretch your small business IT budget

    You can protect your budget and help safeguard your job by implementing some cost-cutting measures.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | July 26, 2012, 1:39 PM PDT | Latest comment by McThePro

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    10 things to consider when creating policies

    Policies can help keep an organization running smoothly -- but only if they're clearly defined, carefully written, and have a legitimate purpose.

    Posted by Scott Lowe | July 24, 2012, 11:09 AM PDT | Latest comment by srl_l@...

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    10 predictions for Windows 8, revisited

    Before the details emerged on what to expect from Windows 8, Brien Posey went out on a limb with his predictions. Here's a look at how he did. (Hint: Not so good.)

    Posted by Brien Posey | July 23, 2012, 5:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by Naqv

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    10 reasons you might need a chief cloud officer

    Capitalizing on the benefits of the cloud -- while managing its many challenges -- may require a specialized job role. Here's a look at what a CCO could do for your organization.

    Posted by Kate Brew | July 18, 2012, 9:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by katebrew

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    10 Excel defaults you can customize to work the way YOU want

    You don't have to adjust every Excel workbook to meet your needs. By changing a few settings, you can make all your workbooks automatically conform to your preferences.

    Posted by Susan Harkins | July 18, 2012, 8:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by showbizk

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    10 things I've learned from using Windows

    Longtime Linux user Jack Wallen shares a few Windows-inspired revelations.

    Posted by Jack Wallen | July 17, 2012, 8:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by Dave Keays

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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 ways to optimize business analytics in your organization

    Business analytics enables companies to make better decisions and become more competitive -- but only if it's approached the right way.

    Posted by Mary Shacklett | July 12, 2012, 9:39 AM PDT

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    10 impressions from a new Mac user

    If you've spent most of your time in a Windows environment, the Mac may hold a few surprises.

    Posted by Justin James | July 12, 2012, 6:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by kim@...

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    10 reasons why I avoid social networking services

    Social networking has had a huge impact on how we communicate and interact -- but some people refuse to get caught up in the trend. Alan Norton explains why he's one of them.

    Posted by Alan Norton | July 9, 2012, 6:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by rocket ride

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    10 things you can do to keep from looking stupid

    You might be the brightest person in the world, but you can still come across as a bit dim. Calvin Sun shares 10 tips for making a smarter impression.

    Posted by Calvin Sun | July 6, 2012, 5:19 AM PDT | Latest comment by Calvin T Sun

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    10 steps to a multi-column search in Excel

    This illustrated walk-through (with a demo worksheet) shows how easy it is to create a multi-column search solution using validation lists and conditional formatting.

    Posted by Susan Harkins | July 5, 2012, 7:22 AM PDT

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    10 things your cloud provider may not tell you

    When you're evaluating cloud solutions, make sure you get the whole story. Here are 10 critical issues you should bring up (because the vendors might not).

    Posted by Margaret Dawson | July 2, 2012, 9:13 AM PDT | Latest comment by katebrew

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    10 things I wish I'd known before becoming an IT consultant

    Careful research, thoughtful planning, and honest self-assessment can help you make a successful leap into the IT consultant role. But the realities of the job will still surprise you.

    Posted by Erik Eckel | July 1, 2012, 10:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by lbranjord

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    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 | Latest comment by sura.jan@...

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    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 | Latest comment by sipeki

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    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 | Latest comment by Slayer_

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    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 | Latest comment by NickNielsen

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    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 | Latest comment by gabbynizri@...

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