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Jason Hiner
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Jason Hiner
Jason Hiner is the Editor in Chief of TechRepublic. He is an award-winning journalist who writes about the products, people, and ideas that are revolutionizing business with technology. He previously worked as an IT leader in the health care industry.
You can also find him on Twitter, Google+, and at JasonHiner.com.
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Big questions about Windows 8: What are yours?
TechRepublic will be covering Windows 8 from every angle and we'd like your feedback on how we can best help you evaluate it and optimize it.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 5, 2012, 1:33 PM PDT | Latest comment by brostmetcalf@...
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Docking smartphones will be a key part of future, say IT pros
The convergence of PCs and smartphones is destined to have a major impact on the enterprise, according to TechRepublic's skeptical audience of IT pros.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 1, 2012, 1:38 PM PDT | Latest comment by TNT@...
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How the iPad is helping save Greece
In the midst of a stormy economic crisis, Greece was able to save $140 billion in debt with the help of the Apple iPad and some great software.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 23, 2012, 8:10 PM PDT | Latest comment by hippiekarl
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Cloud, iPad, and the end of the geek era
The geek era looked like it would last forever, but user expectations are drastically transforming IT departments and the future of IT jobs.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 16, 2012, 2:07 PM PDT | Latest comment by binnbl
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Q&A on BYOD: Answers for IT departments
TechRepublic editor in chief Jason Hiner and ZDNet editor in chief Larry Dignan respond to questions about the impact of BYOD on IT.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 11, 2012, 10:39 AM PDT | Latest comment by Charles Bundy
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12 critical insights on the state of IT in 2012
Today's IT departments are in flux and under pressure. Here's an explanation of why, and advice on how IT can change the equation.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 9, 2012, 1:31 PM PDT | Latest comment by timsimmons30
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Poll: Are PC/smartphone hybrids a key part of the future?
Time for technology professionals to make your voice known on whether you see a future for the hybrid smartphone/PC.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 4, 2012, 6:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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U.S. CTO to host live Twitter chat on Big Data at 2PM ET on 4/24
Join U.S. CTO Todd Park for a Twitter chat on Tuesday, April 24 to talk about real world use cases for Big Data.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 24, 2012, 7:42 AM PDT
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Google's secret weapon to take down Cupertino and Redmond
Google is about to take possession of a software weapon that it could fire at Apple and Microsoft, but it's unclear whether it will push the button.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 23, 2012, 11:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by imnotrich
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Windows Phone 7: The OS/2 of this generation?
With the highly-capable Nokia Lumia 900 off to a shaky start, the long-term trajectory of Windows Phone 7 remains as uncertain as ever.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 18, 2012, 8:07 PM PDT | Latest comment by youngmaester@...
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50% of IT pros recommend Android to users, 32% iPhone
IT professionals are decisively recommending Android over iPhone to company employees, according to a new poll of TechRepublic members.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 13, 2012, 1:57 PM PDT | Latest comment by AppleJuicer
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Dignan and Hiner webcast: A gut check on social tools in business
In this IT Factor webcast, ZDNet Editor in Chief Larry Dignan and TechRepublic Editor in Chief Jason Hiner take on the social enterprise.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 4, 2012, 10:53 AM PDT
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Nokia Lumia 900: A review for business professionals
Windows Phone 7 has truly arrived with the launch of the Nokia Lumia 900. Here is TechRepublic's review from a business and IT perspective.
Posted by Jason Hiner | April 3, 2012, 6:00 PM PDT | Latest comment by psycmeistr@...
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Poll: When asked, what smartphone platform do you recommend?
Technologists are regularly asked for buying recommendations and TechRepublic wants to know the smartphone platform you recommend to users.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 30, 2012, 9:28 AM PDT | Latest comment by jeb.hoge@...
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GE taps lean and green to revitalize US manufacturing with slick refrigerator launch
In launching its newest line of refrigerators, General Electric is also trying to transform American business.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 22, 2012, 8:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by BobP64
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Health check: IT budgets look good in new TechRepublic/ZDNet survey
More organizations are reporting increases in IT budgets than decreases. Read the full survey from TechRepublic and ZDNet.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 20, 2012, 8:06 AM PDT | Latest comment by TNT@...
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The iPad's success is still more about the 'i' than the 'Pad'
With all the talk about extra pixels and megabits, it's easy to lose sight of why the iPad is really winning.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 16, 2012, 10:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by adornoe
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The iPad's most useful apps, updated for 2012
While the iPad has its limitations, it's really good at a few basic functions. These 22 apps play to the iPad's strengths.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 14, 2012, 12:13 PM PDT | Latest comment by madtteam28
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Infographic: What happens in a single day on the Internet
The Internet has enabled more people to share more information than has ever been possible in human history, and it's increasing exponentially.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 9, 2012, 10:28 AM PST | Latest comment by FaJitAS
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Apple's third-gen iPad: Analysis from Hiner and Detwiler
Here is TechRepublic's analysis of the newest iPad announced by Apple on Wednesday. Jason Hiner and Bill Detwiler provide the commentary.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 7, 2012, 1:26 PM PST | Latest comment by adornoe
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15 Android widgets that will make iPhone users jealous
One of the biggest advantages of Android over iPhone is widgets. Here are 15 of the best widgets available for Android, updated for 2012.
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 16, 2012, 3:00 PM PST | Latest comment by anshdeep
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Poll: Can new BlackBerry Q10 win back converts and retain loyalists?
The BlackBerry Q10 wants to win back Android and iPhone converts and re-energize the faithful. Does it appeal to you? Take our poll.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 13, 2013, 1:35 PM PDT | Latest comment by PurpleSkys
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How to use 'Pin Tab' to organize your work in Google Chrome
Google Chrome's "Pin Tab" feature is an often-overlooked option that can help power users organize their work in the browser and manage tab creep.
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 20, 2013, 12:43 PM PST | Latest comment by giscoobe
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Google Now: The future of big data and Android's game-changer
While Google Now raises plenty of privacy hackles, it's also a stunningly useful example of the power of big data and a major advantage for Android.
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 14, 2013, 12:41 PM PST | Latest comment by johojo
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The Internet of Things: What you need to know
The Internet of Things has emerged as one of IT's hottest trends of 2013. We have a great set of resources to help you figure out how it can help your business.
Posted by Jason Hiner | May 23, 2013, 11:20 AM PDT | Latest comment by jasonhiner
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How to hack the $250 Nook Color into a full Android tablet
The Nook Color is a $250 e-reader powered by Android. Learn how to hack it into a powerful and fully functional Android tablet.
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 3, 2011, 7:30 PM PST | Latest comment by Di27
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The 20 best and most useful iPhone apps
Take advantage of the top benefits that mobile computing has to offer with this list of 20 highly useful iPhone apps.
Posted by Jason Hiner | December 5, 2011, 10:39 AM PST | Latest comment by ithinkimcute
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The 20 most useful Android smartphone apps of 2011
Jason Hiner provides his list of the top 20 tried-and-true Android smartphone apps that are worth your time to download.
Posted by Jason Hiner | November 25, 2011, 7:20 AM PST | Latest comment by harvey jay
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The future of IT will be reduced to three kinds of jobs
The IT profession and the IT job market are in the midst of seismic changes that are going to shift the focus to three types of jobs.
Posted by Jason Hiner | July 22, 2011, 10:04 PM PDT | Latest comment by gabimbola@...
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Sanity check: The 10 best technology podcasts
With podcasts you can essentially create a personal talk radio channel that only includes your favorite programs. You can even create a lineup completely dedicated to technology to help you keep...
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 24, 2008, 10:51 PM PST | Latest comment by matt.storms@...
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Cisco's CCIE is no longer the biggest cash cow of IT certification
Cisco's legendary CCIE is no longer the most valuable certification for IT professionals, according to TechRepublic's 2008 IT Skills and Salary Report. See what certification has replaced it and...
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 7, 2008, 12:17 PM PST | Latest comment by draalin
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Top 25 Android apps: The best of the best
Android now has over 70,000 apps to choose from. TechRepublic's Jason Hiner shows you 25 of the best ones to download.
Posted by Jason Hiner | July 28, 2010, 12:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by alinawaz83@...
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Best practices in Cloud and SaaS: A special feature
Cloud computing in general and Software as a Service in particular have developed into an irresistible force. These resources can help you do it right.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 21, 2013, 1:49 PM PDT
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The iPad's most useful apps, updated for 2012
While the iPad has its limitations, it's really good at a few basic functions. These 22 apps play to the iPad's strengths.
Posted by Jason Hiner | March 14, 2012, 12:13 PM PDT | Latest comment by madtteam28
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25 must-have iPhone apps for productive geeks
Get the inside track on iPhone apps that can improve your productivity, and a few that can provide a little geek fun.
Posted by Jason Hiner | July 22, 2010, 10:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by CharlieDonahue
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Dump Gmail for Outlook.com? Four reasons you might
Microsoft's Gmail competitor has finally arrived. You might be surprised to learn that it brings some useful innovations to webmail. Here are the big four.
Posted by Jason Hiner | August 2, 2012, 12:43 PM PDT | Latest comment by JCitizen
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Ubuntu's two big advantages over Windows and Mac
There are two very important areas where Ubuntu Linux has significant advantages over both Windows 7 and Mac OS X. See what they are and join the discussion.
Posted by Jason Hiner | July 26, 2010, 1:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by JuliaX111
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Sanity check: What's the difference between CIO and CTO?
The CIO and CTO job roles are frequently confused, but there are clear distinctions between the two positions in most large enterprises. The two require different skill sets and are focused on...
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 22, 2008, 10:46 PM PDT | Latest comment by gilmoremember
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What's the best laptop for running Ubuntu Linux?
I want to find the best laptop to run Ubuntu Linux in a business setting. Check out my requirements and then post your best recommendation.
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 17, 2010, 10:52 AM PST | Latest comment by CharlieSpencer_Palmetto
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Apple cloud vs. Google cloud: The philosophical differences
Google and Apple are taking fundamentally different approaches to cloud computing. It's important to understand the differences. Here's a quick summary.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 8, 2011, 6:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by allshare
