Tablets in the Enterprise
Tablets are the hottest new form factor in computing and offer people a new way to interface with data and applications. TechRepublic examines how tablets can be put to use in a business environment.
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How to install a virtual instance of Ubuntu Linux on a Toshiba Thrive tablet
Jack Wallen walks you through the steps of installing a virtual instance of Ubuntu Linux on a rooted Toshiba Thrive tablet.
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Six enterprise-grade uses for adopting tablets today
Patrick Gray believes that there are several compelling applications for adopting tablets in the enterprise. Do you agree, or do you think that tablets are primarily a consumer device?
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Android tablets could still transform the market
Donovan Colbert has faith that Android tablets will rise from obscure dark horses to overtake the iOS incumbent. Do you think the iPad will always be king?
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How to root a Toshiba Thrive tablet
Jack Wallen walks you through the steps you'll need to take to root a Toshiba Thrive tablet.
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Four missiles I'd launch to re-write Microsoft's tablet battle plan
Patrick Gray lists four things that he'd do to regain a foothold in the tablet space if he were in charge of Microsoft. Do you think Microsoft stands a chance in this market?
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The Coby Kyros is the practical tablet of choice for most people
For under $150, the Coby Kyros MID7015 Android-based tablet is a pretty impressive device. Find out how Donovan Colbert thinks it stacks up against the iPad.
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Professions that would benefit from tablet techology
Jack Wallen believes the opportunity offered by tablet hardware is seriously overlooked. He lists several industries and professions that would benefit from tablet technology.
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Tablets are for people who hate PCs
Tablets may be stealing some of the thunder from traditional PC sales, but they're not for everyone. PC enthusiasts may be disappointed by a tablet.
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Three reasons why Microsoft will never regain tablet dominance
Patrick Gray explains why he thinks Microsoft will never regain dominance of the tablet market. Do you agree?
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 4G is a worthy contender for power tablet users
Jack Wallen reviews the Galaxy Tab 10.1 4G. Find out why he thinks this is one of the best tablets available for power and business users.
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Dear Google, consumers would buy a Droid 2 tablet
Donovan Colbert wants to buy an Android tablet, but he's holding out for a device that meets his requirements. He thinks a giant Droid 2 would be a hot selling tablet. Do you agree?
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Google Talk provides quality video chat on Android tablets
Jack Wallen believes that Google Talk is the best video chat application for Android tablets. Find out why and how to use Google Talk.
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IT leadership often determines iPad success in the enterprise
Patrick Gray believes that the success of the iPad in your enterprise depends on the IT leadership's perspective of the device.
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The e-reader is dead in the enterprise
Patrick Gray doesn't see a huge future for e-readers in the enterprise, and he predicts that they'll be overrun by tablets in the consumer space as well.
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The death of the tablet OS
Patrick Gray believes that tablet mobile operating systems are beginning to take a back seat to the apps, content, and connectivity available on the devices. Do you agree?
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The convergence of mobile and Big Data
Mobile BI apps are a necessary part of any Big Data strategy. Will Kelly looks at some mobile BI apps from Pentaho, SAS, and SAP.
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The Coby Kyros is the practical tablet of choice for most people
For under $150, the Coby Kyros MID7015 Android-based tablet is a pretty impressive device. Find out how Donovan Colbert thinks it stacks up against the iPad.
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The benefits of Bring Your Own Tablet initiatives
Find out why Patrick Gray believes that BYOT initiatives add some complexity to the IT environment, but you can frequently gain much more than you give up.
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The best feature of the new iPad: The iPad 2 price drop
According to Patrick Gray, the best thing about the new iPad is the 20% drop in sticker price for the iPad 2.
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RIM's spectacular technology demise
Find out why Patrick Gray thinks RIM is fighting a losing battle, as related to tablets and IT in general, and what we can learn from its struggle.
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Risks and rewards of tablets in an organization
Scott Lowe lists a few pros and cons that organizations must consider as tablets begin to creep into the company.
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Seeking innovation in an app saturated market
In the ongoing debate over the importance of apps, Patrick Gray would rather see resources put into innovative hardware and game-changing functionality than another Angry Birds port.
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Teach end users how to be productive with tablets
Give users tablets, and they'll play Candy Crush. Collaboratively teach them how to be productive with a tablet, and they might actually do some work.
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The iPad Mini: Smaller size and price appeal in the enterprise?
Patrick Gray speculates rumors about smaller Apple tablets and larger iPhones. What does the potential iPad Mini means for enterprise technology leaders?
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The iPad vs. the Kindle Fire debate, Donovan-ified
Donovan Colbert shares his opinion about the iPad vs. Kindle Fire debate. Find out why he thinks the only people buying an iPad now are blinded by the fruit logo on the back of the case.
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The flood gates are open for tablet computing
Patrick Gray talks about the recent announcements by the heavy hitters in the tablet market.