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Five Windows defraggers that won't tie newbies into knots

Defrag tools tend to intimidate nontechnical users. But these defraggers are easy to use -- and some have a nice selection of top-end features, to boot.

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Five reliable Windows Server backup solutions

When disaster strikes (and it will), you can put the pieces back together if you've got a solid backup solution in place.

Posted by Jack Wallen | February 20, 2012, 8:27 AM PST | Latest comment by mark.underhill@...
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Five apps that put the 'phone' in 'smartphone'

Smartphones have evolved into versatile multi-purpose tools, but they haven't outgrown their primary role as... well, PHONES.

Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | February 14, 2012, 9:19 AM PST | Latest comment by peacock_eric
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Five data recovery apps that could make you a hero

When you get a panicked call from someone whose hard disk has crashed (with precious files that weren't backed up), one of these apps might save the day.

Posted by Brien Posey | February 13, 2012, 11:02 AM PST | Latest comment by Zwort
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Five pieces of scamware to watch out for

From fake antivirus apps to uninvited toolbars, scamware can bog down your users' PCs -- and sometimes do a whole lot worse.

Posted by Jack Wallen | February 6, 2012, 10:05 AM PST | Latest comment by julieboston

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IBM and SAP: Delivering Enterprise Solutions

Check out this white paper to learn how SAP and IBM, working together, can offer significant advantages to the alternatives out there, and give your business the computing it deserves.

From: IBM
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Rethink Your Storage With IBM

Data storage is an interesting thing. While it's easy to add more storage with band-aid solutions, before long, you'll need to seriously rethink how you store. For some advice, turn to this white...

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Five LibreOffice extensions to help you catch grammar problems

If you do a lot of writing using LibreOffice, these handy extensions will help you spot mistakes and polish your work.

Posted by Jack Wallen | February 3, 2012, 2:27 PM PST | Latest comment by rmerchberger@...
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Five ticketing systems for developers

The right app can make a big difference when it comes to tracking bugs, integrating with other systems, and working through development tasks.

Posted by Justin James | January 31, 2012, 12:06 PM PST | Latest comment by umbertoeklat@...
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Five reliable Outlook PST file repair tools

Outlook PST files can become corrupted -- and when that happens, work grinds to a halt. If your organization relies on Outlook, one of these tools could save the day.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 30, 2012, 11:47 AM PST
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Five apps for tracking the latest political mayhem

The U.S. election season is fully upon us. If you're trying to keep up with the polls, pundits, and political news, these apps can help.

Posted by Katherine Murray | January 29, 2012, 9:35 AM PST | Latest comment by Gisabun
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Five Windows 7 gadgets worth sharing with your users

Gadgets offer a simple, friendly way to execute all sorts of tasks -- perfect for nontechnical users (and often handy for power users, too).

Posted by Susan Harkins | January 25, 2012, 6:34 AM PST | Latest comment by chdchan@...
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Five apps to hit the ground running with your new Android tablet

If you're trying to figure out which apps to load on your brand new Android tablet, here are some great choices to get you started.

Posted by Brien Posey | January 24, 2012, 7:44 AM PST
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Five GPS apps to help you get where you're going (for cheap)

Save time and gas money by equipping your smartphone with an inexpensive -- but indispensable -- GPS tool.

Posted by Katherine Murray | January 23, 2012, 10:30 AM PST | Latest comment by gamboaecr@...
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Five apps for crapware cleanup

You don't have to put up with the aggravation of crapware. Here are several effective tools for removing it from your Windows PC.

Posted by Justin James | January 22, 2012, 8:37 AM PST | Latest comment by griff.computerservices@...
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Five apps to help you clean up your Android device

Keeping your Android devices clean will help free up space, prevent slowdowns, and ensure that you have enough system resources for smooth operation.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 17, 2012, 9:53 AM PST | Latest comment by SensibleSupport
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Five tools for getting rid of duplicate files

If your system has gotten gunked up with duplicate files, clean up the mess with one of the handy tools on this list.

Posted by Justin James | January 16, 2012, 8:35 AM PST | Latest comment by yass974
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The five best Linux file system cleaning tools

In honor of National Clean up Your Computer month, here some top picks for Linux system cleaners.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 11, 2012, 2:25 PM PST | Latest comment by fr33code
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Five apps to meet your help desk challenges

A number of good tools are available to reduce help desk headaches, streamline management, and optimize workflow.

Posted by Justin James | January 10, 2012, 9:12 AM PST | Latest comment by maak_123
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The first five apps I install on a new Mac

Once you move beyond the basics when provisioning a new Mac, certain apps jump to the top of the list. Here are a few good ones to consider.

Posted by Scott Lowe | January 9, 2012, 3:12 PM PST | Latest comment by susansims
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Five free Windows registry cleaners to keep your system running smoothly

If you decide to use a registry cleaner, make sure you choose one that's reliable and safe. Here are some excellent options.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 6, 2012, 11:31 AM PST | Latest comment by darkon1365
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Five powerhouse finance packages designed for SMBs

Finding accounting software that fits your needs can be tricky. See if one of the solutions on this list offers the right feature set for the right price.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 3, 2012, 10:24 AM PST | Latest comment by Qatarian
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Five apps to help with network discovery

A good discovery tool can be a net admin's best friend. The tools on this list are designed to help with discovery/inventory, monitoring, and reporting.

Posted by Brien Posey | January 3, 2012, 8:57 AM PST | Latest comment by whardy

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Five apps for crapware cleanup

You don't have to put up with the aggravation of crapware. Here are several effective tools for removing it from your Windows PC.

Posted by Justin James | January 22, 2012, 8:37 AM PST | Latest comment by griff.computerservices@...
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Five Windows 7 gadgets worth sharing with your users

Gadgets offer a simple, friendly way to execute all sorts of tasks -- perfect for nontechnical users (and often handy for power users, too).

Posted by Susan Harkins | January 25, 2012, 6:34 AM PST | Latest comment by chdchan@...
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Five data recovery apps that could make you a hero

When you get a panicked call from someone whose hard disk has crashed (with precious files that weren't backed up), one of these apps might save the day.

Posted by Brien Posey | February 13, 2012, 11:02 AM PST | Latest comment by Zwort
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Five pieces of scamware to watch out for

From fake antivirus apps to uninvited toolbars, scamware can bog down your users' PCs -- and sometimes do a whole lot worse.

Posted by Jack Wallen | February 6, 2012, 10:05 AM PST | Latest comment by julieboston

White Papers

IBM and SAP: Delivering Enterprise Solutions

Check out this white paper to learn how SAP and IBM, working together, can offer significant advantages to the alternatives out there, and give your business the computing it deserves.

From: IBM
Read more
White Papers

Rethink Your Storage With IBM

Data storage is an interesting thing. While it's easy to add more storage with band-aid solutions, before long, you'll need to seriously rethink how you store. For some advice, turn to this white...

From: IBM
Read more

18

Five tools for getting rid of duplicate files

If your system has gotten gunked up with duplicate files, clean up the mess with one of the handy tools on this list.

Posted by Justin James | January 16, 2012, 8:35 AM PST | Latest comment by yass974
12

Five GPS apps to help you get where you're going (for cheap)

Save time and gas money by equipping your smartphone with an inexpensive -- but indispensable -- GPS tool.

Posted by Katherine Murray | January 23, 2012, 10:30 AM PST | Latest comment by gamboaecr@...
13

Five ticketing systems for developers

The right app can make a big difference when it comes to tracking bugs, integrating with other systems, and working through development tasks.

Posted by Justin James | January 31, 2012, 12:06 PM PST | Latest comment by umbertoeklat@...
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Five Microsoft apps that will change IT

Microsoft has some potential game-changers on the horizon that could dramatically affect the company's role in the enterprise.

Posted by Scott Lowe | November 18, 2011, 8:35 AM PST | Latest comment by dispher
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Five free Windows registry cleaners to keep your system running smoothly

If you decide to use a registry cleaner, make sure you choose one that's reliable and safe. Here are some excellent options.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 6, 2012, 11:31 AM PST | Latest comment by darkon1365
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Five apps to hit the ground running with your new Android tablet

If you're trying to figure out which apps to load on your brand new Android tablet, here are some great choices to get you started.

Posted by Brien Posey | January 24, 2012, 7:44 AM PST
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Five apps to help you clean up your Android device

Keeping your Android devices clean will help free up space, prevent slowdowns, and ensure that you have enough system resources for smooth operation.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 17, 2012, 9:53 AM PST | Latest comment by SensibleSupport
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Five tips for managing calendars in Outlook 2010

Outlook 2010 introduced some calendar enhancements that make it easier to stay on top of your appointments and coordinate the schedules of everyone on your team. Here's a quick look at how to take...

Posted by Katherine Murray | September 20, 2010, 7:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by Randall Alifano
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Five LibreOffice extensions to help you catch grammar problems

If you do a lot of writing using LibreOffice, these handy extensions will help you spot mistakes and polish your work.

Posted by Jack Wallen | February 3, 2012, 2:27 PM PST | Latest comment by rmerchberger@...
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Five tips for working with headers and footers in Word 2010

Headers and footers can make documents easier to navigate and more professional looking. And despite what some users think, they're pretty easy to set up. Here are a few timesaving basics.

Posted by Katherine Murray | January 28, 2011, 2:33 PM PST | Latest comment by Slowry12
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Five tips for using Ccleaner to degunk your system

Ccleaner is one of the best all-around tools for keeping your computer optimized and free of the junk that accumulates from Internet surfing, obsolete apps, and other fragments that clog up your...

Posted by Jack Wallen | April 8, 2011, 12:57 PM PDT | Latest comment by whendersonii@...
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Five reliable Outlook PST file repair tools

Outlook PST files can become corrupted -- and when that happens, work grinds to a halt. If your organization relies on Outlook, one of these tools could save the day.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 30, 2012, 11:47 AM PST
3

Five apps that put the 'phone' in 'smartphone'

Smartphones have evolved into versatile multi-purpose tools, but they haven't outgrown their primary role as... well, PHONES.

Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | February 14, 2012, 9:19 AM PST | Latest comment by peacock_eric
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Five tips for speeding up Windows boot time

The time required to start a PC has improved dramatically. Yet to many, it's still agonizingly slow. Here are a few ways to fix that.

Posted by Michael Kassner | December 13, 2010, 8:02 AM PST | Latest comment by ArtShapiro
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The first five apps I install on a new Windows desktop

When you set up a new Windows installation for yourself, which apps do you turn to first? Scott Lowe shares his work-oriented list of essential apps.

Posted by Scott Lowe | December 26, 2011, 7:54 AM PST | Latest comment by nomad1848
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Five tips for getting rid of crapware

New computers are being sold with crapware installed. I don't like it. I doubt that you do, either. Here's what we can do about it.

Posted by Michael Kassner | October 18, 2010, 7:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by mikifinaz1@...

White Papers

IBM and SAP: Delivering Enterprise Solutions

Check out this white paper to learn how SAP and IBM, working together, can offer significant advantages to the alternatives out there, and give your business the computing it deserves.

From: IBM
Read more
White Papers

Rethink Your Storage With IBM

Data storage is an interesting thing. While it's easy to add more storage with band-aid solutions, before long, you'll need to seriously rethink how you store. For some advice, turn to this white...

From: IBM
Read more