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Four ways Google+ will end up in your workplace

Ignore the wider implications of Google+ at your professional peril. The future of Google+ is unclear, but there are pieces and planned features that could disrupt the way you communicate and work with others.

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Why your enterprise is (or isn't) on YouTube: Google's demand generation problem

There are several key factors holding back the adoption of YouTube in the enterprise, but there are also key reasons you should be doing it anyway.

Posted by Adam Metz | February 22, 2012, 7:51 AM PST | Latest comment by Mark W. Kaelin
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Give Google better feedback and bug reports and get better results

Be a smarter Google App user and let Google know directly about your problem or suggestion as you use the tools.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | February 21, 2012, 12:28 PM PST
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The Google Docs text editor that doesn't edit text files

Kevin Purdy ponders the peculiar fact that you cannot view or edit a plain text file in Google Docs without first converting it.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | February 15, 2012, 8:56 AM PST | Latest comment by SamDZ
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Quick tip: Create new Google App docs with desktop shortcuts

Save a whole bunch of keystrokes by creating a desktop shortcut for creating new Google Docs on the fly.

Posted by Mark Kaelin | February 14, 2012, 8:54 AM PST | Latest comment by athar.ankalgi

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Netshelter CX Enclosure - Product Demonstration

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The largest enterprise Google Apps implementation I've seen - Part 2

Adam Metz shows us how Genentech implemented an enterprise-wide installation of Google Apps, including the obstacles overcome along the way.

Posted by Adam Metz | February 13, 2012, 10:54 AM PST | Latest comment by link470
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Chrome beta for Android but only if are part of the 1 percent

You can get the Chrome beta for Android devices, but only if you are part of the 1% that has Ice Cream Sandwich.

Posted by Mark Kaelin | February 10, 2012, 1:47 PM PST | Latest comment by dave@...
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Google Docs gets custom text and header styling at last

Google Docs has a new feature that will allow you to create custom styles and headings that you can use any time you want.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | February 7, 2012, 8:37 AM PST | Latest comment by TNT@...
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What's in store for Google Apps: The Q2 Forecast

Using a bit of detective work, Adam Metz has come up with some predictions for Google Apps in the second quarter of 2012.

Posted by Adam Metz | February 3, 2012, 11:05 AM PST
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Google Apps are not affected by new the universal privacy policy except when they are

On one hand, new universal privacy policies do not apply Google Apps users; on the other hand it does, depending on where you look.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 31, 2012, 2:02 PM PST | Latest comment by BALTHOR
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7 CRM vendors that integrate with Google Apps

A number of CRM vendors have platform integrations for Google Apps, but with varying degrees of success. Adam Metz breaks it down for us.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 30, 2012, 1:53 PM PST
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One policy, one Google experience, even more declarations of evil

As soon as you connect a device to the Internet, you are tracked, cataloged, and targeted with "appropriate" advertising. Is that really evil?

Posted by Mark Kaelin | January 27, 2012, 12:51 PM PST | Latest comment by asurvila@...
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The largest enterprise Google Apps implementation I've seen - Part 1

Adam Metz shows us how a large company like Genentech plans and implements an enterprise-wide installation of Google Apps.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 25, 2012, 12:02 PM PST
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Google is enduring harsh criticism about Google+ in search results

Google believes social networks give their algorithms more insight into exactly what people mean when they search for something, but at what cost?

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 24, 2012, 12:36 PM PST | Latest comment by mikef12@...
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A billion Android apps downloaded but many never paid for

Sure billions of Android apps have been downloaded, but what percentage were paid for. Our poll results reveal the answer.

Posted by Mark Kaelin | January 23, 2012, 12:30 PM PST | Latest comment by junk@...
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Social Imprints: Another small business goes Google

Like many other small companies, Social Imprints initially began using Google for two very simple reasons - email and calendar.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 20, 2012, 11:55 AM PST
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Google search plus your world isn't an invitation - it's a policy

Those who choose not to take part in Google's social network, or don't throw a lot of attention its way, could be knocked back by those who invest seriously in Google+.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 17, 2012, 12:30 PM PST | Latest comment by pbpeterson17
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How startups, like GateGuru, use Google Apps

Google Apps can be a catalyst for startup companies looking for basic collaboration tools. GateGuru co-founder Dan Gellert explains how.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 13, 2012, 1:00 PM PST | Latest comment by VonVictor
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Google adds your personal world to search results

The Google Search, Plus Your World feature is here and if you don't have it now, you will have it soon. Is that good or bad?

Posted by Mark Kaelin | January 11, 2012, 11:16 AM PST | Latest comment by rosborneutah
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Apple could distract enterprise customers away from Google offerings

Google is in the odd position of trying to maintain a foothold on the Apple iPad while also trying to help partners develop alternatives.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 10, 2012, 1:30 PM PST | Latest comment by Stalemate
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Poll: Do you want an Android computer inside your television?

CES 2012 once again features converging product lines. But do you really want a computer inside your television?

Posted by Mark Kaelin | January 9, 2012, 12:16 PM PST | Latest comment by HAL 9000

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A billion Android apps downloaded but many never paid for

Sure billions of Android apps have been downloaded, but what percentage were paid for. Our poll results reveal the answer.

Posted by Mark Kaelin | January 23, 2012, 12:30 PM PST | Latest comment by junk@...
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One policy, one Google experience, even more declarations of evil

As soon as you connect a device to the Internet, you are tracked, cataloged, and targeted with "appropriate" advertising. Is that really evil?

Posted by Mark Kaelin | January 27, 2012, 12:51 PM PST | Latest comment by asurvila@...
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Google is enduring harsh criticism about Google+ in search results

Google believes social networks give their algorithms more insight into exactly what people mean when they search for something, but at what cost?

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 24, 2012, 12:36 PM PST | Latest comment by mikef12@...
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The difference between Gmail, a Google Account, an Apps Account, and an Apps for Business Account

There are four types of Google email accounts. Susan Cline explains the difference between each type and how they apply to enterprise users.

Posted by Susan Cline | June 15, 2011, 1:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by Blogger-HAT

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Netshelter CX Enclosure - Product Demonstration

With the Netshelter CX enclosure, you'll be able to set up a server nearly anywhere. It's the IT industry's first soundproofed, portable server environment. Check out this video to learn more.

From: APC by Schneider Electric
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Live Webcast: Fast and Efficient Business Security Strategies

Check out this webcast to learn more about fast and efficient business security strategies. You're in the midst of an arms race, make sure you win it.

From: GFI Software
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The largest enterprise Google Apps implementation I've seen - Part 1

Adam Metz shows us how a large company like Genentech plans and implements an enterprise-wide installation of Google Apps.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 25, 2012, 12:02 PM PST
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The Google Docs text editor that doesn't edit text files

Kevin Purdy ponders the peculiar fact that you cannot view or edit a plain text file in Google Docs without first converting it.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | February 15, 2012, 8:56 AM PST | Latest comment by SamDZ
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The 10 best Chrome apps and extensions for Google Apps users

Kevin Purdy lists 10 great apps and extensions that work well for Google Apps users doing their work in a Chrome browser.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | November 22, 2011, 12:26 PM PST | Latest comment by mewombat@...
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Quick tip: Create new Google App docs with desktop shortcuts

Save a whole bunch of keystrokes by creating a desktop shortcut for creating new Google Docs on the fly.

Posted by Mark Kaelin | February 14, 2012, 8:54 AM PST | Latest comment by athar.ankalgi
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Google Apps are not affected by new the universal privacy policy except when they are

On one hand, new universal privacy policies do not apply Google Apps users; on the other hand it does, depending on where you look.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 31, 2012, 2:02 PM PST | Latest comment by BALTHOR
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10 myths about Google Sites debunked and dispelled

Susan Cline debunks ten common myths about the collaborative website development tool Google Sites.

Posted by Susan Cline | August 25, 2011, 12:52 PM PDT | Latest comment by dghalsema@...
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Your questions answered: What Chromebooks can and can't do

Chromebooks start shipping on June 15, 2011, but can you actually productively work on one? Kevin Purdy answers the questions everyone is asking.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | June 14, 2011, 11:10 AM PDT | Latest comment by bradkl
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The largest enterprise Google Apps implementation I've seen - Part 2

Adam Metz shows us how Genentech implemented an enterprise-wide installation of Google Apps, including the obstacles overcome along the way.

Posted by Adam Metz | February 13, 2012, 10:54 AM PST | Latest comment by link470
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7 CRM vendors that integrate with Google Apps

A number of CRM vendors have platform integrations for Google Apps, but with varying degrees of success. Adam Metz breaks it down for us.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 30, 2012, 1:53 PM PST
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Google Docs gets custom text and header styling at last

Google Docs has a new feature that will allow you to create custom styles and headings that you can use any time you want.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | February 7, 2012, 8:37 AM PST | Latest comment by TNT@...
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What's in store for Google Apps: The Q2 Forecast

Using a bit of detective work, Adam Metz has come up with some predictions for Google Apps in the second quarter of 2012.

Posted by Adam Metz | February 3, 2012, 11:05 AM PST
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Google search plus your world isn't an invitation - it's a policy

Those who choose not to take part in Google's social network, or don't throw a lot of attention its way, could be knocked back by those who invest seriously in Google+.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | January 17, 2012, 12:30 PM PST | Latest comment by pbpeterson17
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Chrome beta for Android but only if are part of the 1 percent

You can get the Chrome beta for Android devices, but only if you are part of the 1% that has Ice Cream Sandwich.

Posted by Mark Kaelin | February 10, 2012, 1:47 PM PST | Latest comment by dave@...
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The truth about seven persistent Google Docs myths

Susan Cline puts to rest seven persistent myths concerning Google Docs with an exploration of the truth.

Posted by Susan Cline | August 31, 2011, 11:33 AM PDT | Latest comment by BlazingEagle
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Social Imprints: Another small business goes Google

Like many other small companies, Social Imprints initially began using Google for two very simple reasons - email and calendar.

Posted by Adam Metz | January 20, 2012, 11:55 AM PST
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How Google Apps works when actual people use it

Kevin Purdy shares his hands-on experience and grades Google Apps when it was used as the primary tool for organizing TEDxBuffalo.

Posted by Kevin Purdy | October 26, 2011, 8:34 AM PDT | Latest comment by wizard57m@...

Videos

Netshelter CX Enclosure - Product Demonstration

With the Netshelter CX enclosure, you'll be able to set up a server nearly anywhere. It's the IT industry's first soundproofed, portable server environment. Check out this video to learn more.

From: APC by Schneider Electric
Watch Now
Webcasts

Live Webcast: Fast and Efficient Business Security Strategies

Check out this webcast to learn more about fast and efficient business security strategies. You're in the midst of an arms race, make sure you win it.

From: GFI Software
Learn more