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Ensuring continuity of operations: Are you ready?
John Sheesley and Bill Detwiler discuss different threats to your infrastructure, how to assess the risks those threats pose, best practices and lessons learned from our real-world experiences in...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 26, 2008, 10:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by santeewelding
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Nortel attacks "Cisco Energy Tax" in TV commercial - Are you swayed?
The Nortel "Piles" commercial seeks to win over existing Cisco customers with an "our equipment costs less to power" message. If you are/were in the market for new networking equipment, how much...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 24, 2008, 11:27 AM PDT | Latest comment by road-dog
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Video: Bypass Windows Vista's User Account Control (UAC) prompt
Windows Vista's User Account Control (UAC) was designed to improve security. But, constant UAC prompts can also be a real pain. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler shows you how Task Scheduler...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 22, 2008, 10:32 AM PDT | Latest comment by techrepublic@...
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Windows Patch Tuesday roundups help you decide whether to apply the latest Windows patches
TechRepublic launched a new feature in our Windows blog that breaks down the latest batch of Windows patches. Justin James wades through the available resources and gives you the information you...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 18, 2008, 12:56 PM PDT
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Video: Track a user's Internet Explorer History with IEHistoryView
Spying on end users may an unwelcome activity for most IT pros, but it is often a necessary duty for network administrators. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler shows you a free tool called...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 15, 2008, 7:17 AM PDT | Latest comment by ramar_cool@...
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Apple releases fix for iTunes 8 Windows BSOD errors
Apple released a fix for Windows users who are experiencing Windows BSOD errors as a result of iTunes 8. For complete information, read the Apple support article TS2280.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 15, 2008, 6:57 AM PDT
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Apple iTunes 8 upgrade causes Windows BSOD
Ed Bott and Adrian Kingsley-Hughes have been tracking reports of Windows machines crashing after being upgraded to iTunes 8. Apple appears to have hidden more than just iTunes and QuickTime...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 11, 2008, 12:29 PM PDT | Latest comment by kozmo_kramer
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Video: Three ways you might be breaking the law with your computer
Most of your users probably don't see themselves as criminals, but they might be pretty clueless about the legal implications of what they're doing or storing on your network. In this IT Dojo...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 8, 2008, 12:34 PM PDT | Latest comment by chcrenshaw@...
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Cracking Open the Amazon Kindle
With its paper-like display, wireless capability and thousands of titles from Amazon's catalog behind it, the Kindle may be the first e-book reader to gain broad acceptance. Watch as Bill Detwiler...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 5, 2008, 11:52 AM PDT
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Video: 10 common mistakes you should avoid when flashing your BIOS
Flashing the BIOS is not for the faint of heart, but by taking the proper precautions and planning for the worst-case scenario; your chances of success are greatly improved. In this IT Dojo video,...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 29, 2008, 10:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by sebas8194@...
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IT Manager pays £35 on eBay for second-hand NAS box with bank information on over one million people
A NAS device containing private bank account and credit card information on more than one million people was sold on eBay for £35. This shameful event should serve as a warning to all IT leaders....
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 28, 2008, 11:42 AM PDT | Latest comment by Lost Cause?
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Video: Common mistakes to avoid when you're installing Linux software
The release of Ubuntu and other user-friendly distributions has bolstered Linux's popularity. Yet Linux neophytes can still stumble over common tasks, like installing new software. In this IT Dojo...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 25, 2008, 9:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by JCitizen
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California's COBOL crisis demonstrates the danger of duct-tape IT
California's Controller said it would take six months or more to reprogram their COBOL-based payroll system to issue minimum-wage checks to state workers, as planned by Governor Arnold...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 22, 2008, 11:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by iansavell
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Share a single keyboard and mouse across Windows and Mac OS X with Synergy
Synergy, an open-source utility, lets you control multiple machines with a single keyboard and mouse--even across different operating systems, like Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux/Unix.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 19, 2008, 4:48 PM PDT | Latest comment by Sooniboo
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Video: Restore the Address toolbar removed by Windows XP SP3
Windows service packs are great when they actually solve problems. Unfortunately, updates sometimes whack a feature you find really useful. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler shows you how to...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 18, 2008, 8:45 AM PDT | Latest comment by Keith Hailey
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IT veteran describes working overseas for the CIA's IT Group
Many IT professionals at the Central Intelligence Agency ride alongside the CIA's "ops" personnel on overseas mission. These jack-of-all-trade techs must be able to handle any technical problem...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 14, 2008, 8:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by seanferd
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Poll: Would you trust your users in a hostile network environment?
If your end users were required to work in hostile network environment, would you trust their ability to recognize the situation and take appropriate precautions? Are your organization's standard...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 13, 2008, 12:39 PM PDT | Latest comment by pgit
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Video: Three tools that network administrators can't live without
Network administrators are always looking for tools that can save them time and help them optimize and secure their networks. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler discusses three net admin tools...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 11, 2008, 7:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by brian@...
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Poll: Will Delta's Wi-Fi service make you more likely to fly with them
Delta Air Lines announced Tuesday that it will begin offering Wi-Fi connectivity on all domestic U.S. flights by the middle of 2009. Delta will charge a flat fee of $9.95 for flights of three...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 5, 2008, 2:29 PM PDT | Latest comment by CharlieSpencer_Palmetto
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Video: Five things to consider when choosing a Linux distribution
Choosing a Linux distribution shouldn't come down to which desktop has your favorite color scheme. Linux distributions are different and some will suit your company's needs better than others. In...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 4, 2008, 8:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by JV711
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Delete hiberfil.sys by disabling Windows Hibernate function
Hiberfil.sys can use several GB of hard disk space. Delete the file, and it will likely return. Bill Detwiler explains how to get rid of it for good.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | February 5, 2010, 1:48 PM PST | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Set up a free SSH server on Windows 7 with freeSSHd
freeSSHd is a handy little application. Learn how to use freeSSHd to get an SSH server up and running on a Windows 7 machine.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 7, 2012, 11:21 AM PDT | Latest comment by wrzxc
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Replace Windows Explorer with a free, feature-rich file manager
Bill Detwiler examines five free file managers that might make IT pros and power users dump Windows Explorer.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | November 14, 2011, 8:59 AM PST | Latest comment by lord_beavis
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Clone and move virtual machines in VirtualBox
Jack Wallen describes cloning and moving virtual machines in VirtualBox. He tested this process going from Linux to Linux, Linux to Windows, and Windows to Linux hosts.
Posted by Jack Wallen | June 14, 2012, 8:46 AM PDT | Latest comment by matworld2000
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Reduce the size of the WinSxS folder with vsp1cln.exe and compcln.exe
Deleting files from the Windows Side-by-side (WinSxS) folder is a bad idea. But, you can shrink the WinSxS folder with vsp1cln.exe and compcln.exe.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | October 2, 2009, 9:14 AM PDT | Latest comment by niente0
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The best free IT tools for cheapskate admins
Jack Wallen lists 11 free applications that can be useful to any IT admin adhering to a strict budget. From antivirus software to a backup utility and more, we've got you covered.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 11, 2012, 11:30 PM PDT | Latest comment by Jason S from Spiceworks
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Monitor Windows 7 boot logs with the help of msconfig
If you just want to analyze what occurs during the boot process on a Windows 7 machine, Jack Wallen says msconfig is the perfect tool for the job.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 27, 2012, 1:45 PM PDT | Latest comment by Julie9009
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Five Firefox Add-ons for taking Web page screenshots
Five free Firefox Add-ons that let you take, edit, and even share screenshots of a Web page.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | May 7, 2010, 8:36 PM PDT | Latest comment by susbox
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Four cost-effective POS systems for small businesses
Point of sale software can cost a pretty penny. If you're shopping for a POS product, the ones featured here are either free or should be affordable for small businesses.
Posted by Jack Wallen | August 24, 2012, 1:51 PM PDT | Latest comment by LivePOS2013
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Save images in Microsoft Word documents as separate files
Save Word document images as separate files with the Save as Web page option (Word 2000/2002/XP/2003) or by unzipping the .docx file (Word 2007).
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 10, 2009, 10:25 AM PDT
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Replace SyncToy with FreeFileSync for your SMB backup needs
FreeFileSync is an open source, cross-platform backup tool. Learn how to install it and then use it to set up a backup job.
Posted by Jack Wallen | November 26, 2012, 2:19 PM PST | Latest comment by Slayer_
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Make Gmail act like Outlook with these two quick tips
Bill Detwiler shows you how to make Gmail work like Outlook by turning off conversation view and sorting mail with filters and labels.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 1, 2011, 8:52 AM PDT | Latest comment by ElisabethBaker
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Increase the number of workstations a user can join to a domain
Change the number of machines a user can join to a domain by editing the ms-DS-MachineAccountQuota attribute with ADSI Edit.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | September 25, 2009, 12:50 PM PDT
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Enable the mounting of ext2/3 file systems on a Windows machine
One of the easiest ways to get data off an ext2/3 disk from a Windows machine is to use Ext2Fsd. Here are Ext2Fsd installation and usage instructions.
Posted by Jack Wallen | September 17, 2012, 5:01 PM PDT | Latest comment by rjsdavis
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Solutions to an Android email and untrusted server certificate problem
Microsoft's frequent changes may cause issues with the email you receive on your Android phone. Jack Wallen offers a reader advice about such a problem.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 11, 2012, 8:06 AM PDT | Latest comment by arnoldlodge
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Registry hack tricks Windows XP SP2 into thinking it’s running SP3
You can make a machine running Windows XP SP2 think it's running SP3 with this quick and easy registry hack.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | August 10, 2010, 12:55 PM PDT | Latest comment by hammad1238
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Video: Create your own bootable USB flash drive for Windows XP
In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler, TechRepublic's Head Technology Editor, explains the process and pitfalls of creating a bootable Windows XP USB flash drive. You'll learn how to configure a...
Posted by Bill Detwiler | April 28, 2008, 11:59 AM PDT | Latest comment by dvijaydev46
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Find unused computer accounts in Active Directory with dsquery
Bill Detwiler shows you how to find stale AD computer accounts using dsquery and suggest ways to handle the ones you uncover.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | July 7, 2011, 8:47 AM PDT | Latest comment by NEJInstr
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Edit PDF documents with LibreOffice Draw
With LibreOffice Draw, you can edit basic PDFs without splurging for Adobe Acrobat or jumping through any hoops with add-ons.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 25, 2012, 8:29 AM PDT | Latest comment by Andrewbuk
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Block unwanted calls on your Android phone with this app
In response to a reader's question, Jack Wallen recommends a free app he likes for blocking calls on his Android smartphone.
Posted by Jack Wallen | May 2, 2012, 12:54 PM PDT | Latest comment by keen89
