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10 steps to a PowerPoint countdown
Jun 2011
Here's a cool attention-grabber: a countdown to kick off your presentation or lead into a big announcement. This download includes a walk-through that explains how to create your own, along with...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Five tips for lightning-fast formatting in Word
Aug 2011
No matter what kind of document you're working on, it will probably need some formatting. These shortcuts will help you zip through those tasks so you can concentrate on the content.This download...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Downloads
10 power tricks for using Word field switches
Apr 2011
With the right combination of fields and switches, you can build expressions that perform calculations, insert text, apply complex formatting, and take the dog for a walk (almost).This download is...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Build a simple timesheet in Excel
Jan 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up a system for tracking time. This download includes a PDF explaining the steps (also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog) and a sample timesheet you can...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Quickly export Outlook e-mail items to Excel
Oct 2008
Exporting e-mail messages from Outlook to Excel is easier than you might think. This technique uses sample VBA code to automate the process, allowing you to specify exactly which fields to...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Five tips for enhancing Excel charts
Mar 2011
With a few simple tweaks, you can make your Excel charts easier to interpret and convey data in a more compelling and meaningful way.This download is also available as an entry in our Five Tips blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 cool features to look forward to in Office 2010
Jul 2009
With the release of the Office 2010 Technical Preview, details are finally starting to roll in. Deb Shinder highlights some of the features she thinks might make the new version worth the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10 things you should know about deploying Office 365
Apr 2011
If you're gearing up for Office 365, you'll want to be prepared for some of the trickier aspects of deployment. Brien Posey looks at some of the requirements you should be aware of.This download...
Provided by Brien Posey
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The 10 best ways to visually represent IT data
Apr 2011
The right chart, image, or diagram can be invaluable in clarifying and conveying IT information. The trick is finding the best tool to illustrate the specific concept or type of data you're...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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Downloads
10 tools that simplify collaboration
Apr 2011
The key to collaborating effectively is to find tools that make working with others easy and efficient. Jack Wallen shares this list of tools that have greatly improved the collaborative process...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Book chapters
Dramatically improve your PowerPoint presentation by implementing professional design principles
Jan 2007
A good PowerPoint presentation often owes its success at least in part to its visual effectiveness. In this sample chapter from Solving the Powerpoint Predicament: Using Digital Media for...
Provided by Que Publishing
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The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Dec 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. This collection features 10 of the most highly rated Office articles.For more great tips, be sure to visit our...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
10 ways to show off your data in Excel 2010
Dec 2010
Excel 2010 offers some nice enhancements for formatting your data, including sparklines, slicers, and icon sets. Katherine Murray explains how to put the new tools to work.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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10 things you should know about Word 2010's mail merge tools
Dec 2010
Word's mail merge process has traditionally been viewed as intimidating and complex. But once you master a few basics, you'll discover that Word's mail merge tools are straightforward and easy to...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 mistakes to avoid when working with multiple worksheets
Nov 2010
One of the best ways to boost your Excel efficiency is also one of the best ways to shoot yourself in the foot. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for when you're dealing with more than one...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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How do I... Export Outlook e-mail messages to Access using VBA?
Aug 2007
Exporting Outlook folders and their contents is a simple enough task most of the time. The Import And Export wizard handles the process nicely. But as easy as it is to use, the wizard is a...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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10 things you should know about printing labels in Word 2010
Dec 2010
You can save time (and stop wasting label sheets) if you master Word's tools for creating and printing labels. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Katherine Murray
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How do I... Create and format tables in Word 2007
May 2007
Take advantage of the Table features of Microsoft Word 2007 to create more compelling documents. This How do I... tutorial shows you how to navigate the new Ribbon interface to make it happen. ...
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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10 cool conditional formatting techniques: Excel demo files
Apr 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the creative conditional formatting techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 ways to make your pictures pop in Word 2010
Oct 2010
You don't have to be a design professional to produce stylish documents. Word 2010 offers built-in tools that make it easy to enhance your graphics with special effects and formatting.This...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 steps to adding a drop-down menu to a PowerPoint presentation
May 2010
With a little animation sleight of hand, you can create a menu that allows viewers to navigate a self-running slide show.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA
Aug 2009
Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Outlook 2010 includes some notable refinements
Aug 2009
The upcoming version of Outlook offers some useful capabilities, including conversation threading, Quick Steps, and enhanced contact and calendaring features.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Downloads
Create a custom letterhead template in Word
Jul 2008
Printing your own stationery can save you significant bucks -- you can print on an as-needed basis and make changes whenever you want without incurring any charges. Susan Harkins explains what you...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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How do I... Create holiday cards in Microsoft Word?
Nov 2007
Holiday greeting cards are a great way to recognize and remember business contacts, friends, and family that you'd rather not buy gifts for, but do want to wish a Merry Holiday and Happy New Year....
Provided by Nicole Bremer Nash
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How do I... Create and manage PowerPoint table data?
Feb 2008
Tables are great for communicating and organizing data in a meaningful way. They're also efficient. However, in Microsoft PowerPoint, tables can be a bit troublesome because space is limited. Too...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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10 SharePoint deployment challenges
Apr 2010
Managing a SharePoint deployment entails a number of issues you might not be expecting. Brien Posey runs through some of the most common gotchas.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Brien Posey
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10+ ways to find out someone's e-mail address
Nov 2008
It would be nice if you could just pull out a directory and look up the e-mail address of anyone you wanted to contact. Unfortunately, a bit more resourcefulness is required. Here's an assortment...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Book chapters
Use SmartArt in PowerPoint 2007 to create a more polished and effective presentation
Feb 2007
Some of the coolest improvements in PowerPoint 2007 are related to the overhaul of its diagramming features, which now let you add much more than detailed diagrams and organization charts to...
Provided by Que Publishing
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The 10 biggest Office 2010 annoyances
Jul 2010
Even when you like a software package, certain aspects of it may bug you. Deb Shinder shares her list of the most vexing Office 2010 features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Create a Strikethrough shortcut in Word
Jul 2008
Applying the Strikethrough format to text in a Word document requires a trip to the Font dialog box -- which will get old in a hurry, if you use that format a lot. Taking a moment now to create a...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Word 2010: Better design, more stability
Aug 2009
Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Book chapters
Use these tips and tricks to work more efficiently with documents in Microsoft Office Word 2007
Aug 2007
Working with documents in Microsoft Office Word 2007 doesn't just mean using the commands in the Office Menu. Word is full of tricks, shortcuts, and settings that can make working with documents...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Book chapters
Work with formulas and functions in Microsoft Office Excel 2007
Feb 2007
In this sample chapter from Microsoft Office Excel 2007 on Demand, learn how to work with formulas and functions in Microsoft Office Excel 2007. Concise, step-by-step instructions show even...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Use PowerPoint's advanced animation to imply growth or movement
Dec 2008
You can make your PowerPoint presentations far more engaging with a little animation sleight of hand. Susan Harkins walks through the process and shares a sample presentation to demonstrate the...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Tools & Templates
Multi-scenario savings calculator
Sep 2010
Regardless of what you're saving up for, a worksheet with relevant calculations will help you stay on top of your plan. Walk through this technique to create your own calculator -- or just use...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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10 ways to control your Inbox in Outlook 2010
Aug 2010
You can prevail in the seemingly endless battle against email chaos -- it's just a matter of knowing which Outlook tools to use and how to set them up to fit your needs.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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10 reasons why Microsoft Office 365 rocks
Nov 2010
Office 365 is bringing together Microsoft's various online productivity tools, from email to Web Apps to communications services. Deb Shinder explains why she thinks this suite is a winner.This...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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10 ways to share your Word 2010 documents
Oct 2010
The need for collaboration technologies keeps growing, and Word 2010 includes a number of features that address that need. You might be surprised at how many ways there are to share your Word...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Lunch and Learn - Microsoft Office 2007
Apr 2008
Expand your office's knowledge of Microsoft Access 2007, Excel 2007, Outlook 2007, Word 2007, and PowerPoint 2007 with TechRepublic's Lunch and Learn: Microsoft Office 2007. With 16...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 cool conditional formatting techniques: Excel demo files
Apr 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the creative conditional formatting techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
Five tips for lightning-fast formatting in Word
Aug 2011
No matter what kind of document you're working on, it will probably need some formatting. These shortcuts will help you zip through those tasks so you can concentrate on the content.This download...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 steps to a PowerPoint countdown
Jun 2011
Here's a cool attention-grabber: a countdown to kick off your presentation or lead into a big announcement. This download includes a walk-through that explains how to create your own, along with...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 power tricks for using Word field switches
Apr 2011
With the right combination of fields and switches, you can build expressions that perform calculations, insert text, apply complex formatting, and take the dog for a walk (almost).This download is...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about deploying Office 365
Apr 2011
If you're gearing up for Office 365, you'll want to be prepared for some of the trickier aspects of deployment. Brien Posey looks at some of the requirements you should be aware of.This download...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Downloads
The 10 best ways to visually represent IT data
Apr 2011
The right chart, image, or diagram can be invaluable in clarifying and conveying IT information. The trick is finding the best tool to illustrate the specific concept or type of data you're...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
10 tools that simplify collaboration
Apr 2011
The key to collaborating effectively is to find tools that make working with others easy and efficient. Jack Wallen shares this list of tools that have greatly improved the collaborative process...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Downloads
Five tips for enhancing Excel charts
Mar 2011
With a few simple tweaks, you can make your Excel charts easier to interpret and convey data in a more compelling and meaningful way.This download is also available as an entry in our Five Tips blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 tips for making a presentation more accessible to those with disabilities
Jan 2011
By making a few preparations, you can help ensure that your presentations are effective for audience members who have disabilities. Susan Harkins outlines several ways to keep their needs in...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 things you should know about printing labels in Word 2010
Dec 2010
You can save time (and stop wasting label sheets) if you master Word's tools for creating and printing labels. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 things you should know about Word 2010's mail merge tools
Dec 2010
Word's mail merge process has traditionally been viewed as intimidating and complex. But once you master a few basics, you'll discover that Word's mail merge tools are straightforward and easy to...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 ways to show off your data in Excel 2010
Dec 2010
Excel 2010 offers some nice enhancements for formatting your data, including sparklines, slicers, and icon sets. Katherine Murray explains how to put the new tools to work.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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The 10 most useful Gmail shortcuts
Dec 2010
If you're a keyboard fan, you may want to view Google's built-in list of seventy billion Gmail shortcuts. But if you're a keyboard fan with a lot of work to do, maybe this short list will be more...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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10 ways OneNote 2010 can make you more productive
Nov 2010
Good ideas often get away from us because we don't have an easy way to record them, share them, or find them later. See how a few OneNote tricks can help you document, retrieve, and distribute all...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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10 mistakes to avoid when working with multiple worksheets
Nov 2010
One of the best ways to boost your Excel efficiency is also one of the best ways to shoot yourself in the foot. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for when you're dealing with more than one...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 reasons why Microsoft Office 365 rocks
Nov 2010
Office 365 is bringing together Microsoft's various online productivity tools, from email to Web Apps to communications services. Deb Shinder explains why she thinks this suite is a winner.This...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 ways to share your Word 2010 documents
Oct 2010
The need for collaboration technologies keeps growing, and Word 2010 includes a number of features that address that need. You might be surprised at how many ways there are to share your Word...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 ways to make your pictures pop in Word 2010
Oct 2010
You don't have to be a design professional to produce stylish documents. Word 2010 offers built-in tools that make it easy to enhance your graphics with special effects and formatting.This...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 things I can never find in PowerPoint 2007/2010
Oct 2010
If you're having trouble tracking down features you knew by heart in PowerPoint 2003, this list will help you zero in on the options that the newest versions have scattered among various tabs.This...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Tools & Templates
Multi-scenario savings calculator
Sep 2010
Regardless of what you're saving up for, a worksheet with relevant calculations will help you stay on top of your plan. Walk through this technique to create your own calculator -- or just use...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 ways to control your Inbox in Outlook 2010
Aug 2010
You can prevail in the seemingly endless battle against email chaos -- it's just a matter of knowing which Outlook tools to use and how to set them up to fit your needs.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 things you can do with Office 2010 Web Apps
Jul 2010
According to early accounts, Microsoft's new Office 2010 Web Apps are definitely worth checking out. Here's a quick rundown of how you can put these free browser-based tools to work.This download...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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The 10 biggest Office 2010 annoyances
Jul 2010
Even when you like a software package, certain aspects of it may bug you. Deb Shinder shares her list of the most vexing Office 2010 features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 things to keep in mind when you move a podium presentation to the Web
Jun 2010
Transitioning an in-person presentation to a Web meeting requires some planning and rethinking. Here are a few things to consider when you take a presentation online.This download is also...
Provided by Jeff Cerny
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Downloads
10 steps to adding a gradient background to your Excel data points
Jun 2010
It's easy to turn an Excel chart into a visually compelling object. Susan Harkins walks through the steps for jazzing up data points with a simple formatting trick.This download is also available...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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10 steps to shading alternate rows in a filtered worksheet
Jun 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up patterned shading -- unless you filter your data. This slick workaround prevents the filter from disrupting your shading scheme.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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10 cool upcoming features in OpenOffice
Jun 2010
The latest release of OpenOffice is right around the corner, and it promises to close the gap on a lot of features found in rival apps. Here's what you have to look forward to.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Downloads
10 steps to adding a drop-down menu to a PowerPoint presentation
May 2010
With a little animation sleight of hand, you can create a menu that allows viewers to navigate a self-running slide show.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 SharePoint deployment challenges
Apr 2010
Managing a SharePoint deployment entails a number of issues you might not be expecting. Brien Posey runs through some of the most common gotchas.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Downloads
Build a simple timesheet in Excel
Jan 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up a system for tracking time. This download includes a PDF explaining the steps (also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog) and a sample timesheet you can...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Dec 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. This collection features 10 of the most highly rated Office articles.For more great tips, be sure to visit our...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Microsoft Excel 2010 introduces some solid enhancements
Nov 2009
Like the other Office 2010 apps, Excel doesn't offer any radical changes. But you'll find welcome improvements to existing features and a few cool new tools.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Downloads
Word 2010: Better design, more stability
Aug 2009
Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA
Aug 2009
Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
Outlook 2010 includes some notable refinements
Aug 2009
The upcoming version of Outlook offers some useful capabilities, including conversation threading, Quick Steps, and enhanced contact and calendaring features.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Downloads
OneNote 2010 includes numerous improvements
Aug 2009
The upcoming new version of OneNote 2010 offers assorted enhancements, including its own Ribbon interface, page versioning, and handy shortcut menus. Here's a quick tour of what you can...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Downloads
10 things you should know about Microsoft Office Live Workspace
Aug 2009
If you need to store and share Office documents - but you don't want the cost or overhead of a technology such as SharePoint - Office Live Workspace may be the answer. Deb Shinder offers a look at...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 cool features to look forward to in Office 2010
Jul 2009
With the release of the Office 2010 Technical Preview, details are finally starting to roll in. Deb Shinder highlights some of the features she thinks might make the new version worth the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
How to publish a PowerPoint presentation to the Web
May 2009
Putting a presentation on your Web site isn't terribly complicated -- but browser differences can pose a big gotcha. Here's a look at the publication process and the hurdles you may encounter.This...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Increase productivity with these 10 helpful OpenOffice extensions
May 2009
OpenOffice offers a host of essential features, but as with most software, it would be nice to have it do just a little bit more. Jack Wallen has sorted through the scores of available OpenOffice...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Downloads
The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Dec 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. This collection features 10 of the most highly rated Office articles.For more great tips, be sure to visit our...
Provided by TechRepublic
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Downloads
Outlook 2010 includes some notable refinements
Aug 2009
The upcoming version of Outlook offers some useful capabilities, including conversation threading, Quick Steps, and enhanced contact and calendaring features.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
10 cool upcoming features in OpenOffice
Jun 2010
The latest release of OpenOffice is right around the corner, and it promises to close the gap on a lot of features found in rival apps. Here's what you have to look forward to.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Downloads
10 things to keep in mind when you move a podium presentation to the Web
Jun 2010
Transitioning an in-person presentation to a Web meeting requires some planning and rethinking. Here are a few things to consider when you take a presentation online.This download is also...
Provided by Jeff Cerny
-
Downloads
The 10 biggest Office 2010 annoyances
Jul 2010
Even when you like a software package, certain aspects of it may bug you. Deb Shinder shares her list of the most vexing Office 2010 features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 reasons why Microsoft Office 365 rocks
Nov 2010
Office 365 is bringing together Microsoft's various online productivity tools, from email to Web Apps to communications services. Deb Shinder explains why she thinks this suite is a winner.This...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 tips for making a presentation more accessible to those with disabilities
Jan 2011
By making a few preparations, you can help ensure that your presentations are effective for audience members who have disabilities. Susan Harkins outlines several ways to keep their needs in...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
How do I... Configure delegate access in Microsoft Outlook?
Sep 2006
Delegate access enables users to share Outlook resources, such as appointment schedules, for better coordination across workgroups and throughout organizations. IT pro Steven Pittsley walks...
Provided by Steven Pittsley
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Tweak Microsoft's Outlook 2007 to make it more responsive and less like beta software
Sep 2006
The beta version of Microsoft's Outlook 2007 has been generally well received. And while there are some new features available in the beta version, the experience is not all it could be. Many...
Provided by Josh Hoskins
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Debrief and Defend: OpenOffice vs. Microsoft Office 2003
Apr 2007
Your company provides productivity office software to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. This software can be expensive to license, so it is important for your company to explore...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Debrief and Defend: Open Office 2.0 Vs Office 2007
Jan 2007
With Office 2007 being such a radical change from previous versions of Office, now might be a good time to entertain alternatives if you're planning to upgrade office suites in your organization....
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Tour the Mini Toolbar and other user interface enhancements in Microsoft Office Excel 2007
Jan 2007
Although the ribbon and Quick Access toolbar are likely to be the most talked-about features in the new Excel 2007 interface, several other powerful new features are worth investigating. Explore...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Debrief and Defend: Choosing OpenOffice.org over Microsoft Office 2007
Apr 2007
Your company provides productivity office software to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. This software can be expensive to license, so it is important to keep track of alternatives...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Which edition of Office 2007 is right for you?
May 2007
Microsoft offers eight versions of Office 2007 -- which is nice in terms of flexibility, but it certainly complicates the decision-making process. Deb Shinder looks at the price structure,...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Lunch and Learn: Get up to speed on Microsoft Word 2007
Jul 2007
This is a prepackaged presentation designed to be given in a classroom or conference room setting to help attendees become familiar with Word 2007. Everything is ready to be used, even if you...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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10 key enhancements in Outlook 2007
May 2007
Outlook 2007 includes a number of new features and usability improvements, from RSS feed support to Instant Search to the Scheduling Assistant. Jim Boyce offers a look at some of the most...
Provided by Jim Boyce
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Debrief and Defend: Why upgrading Office 2003 to Office 2007 makes sense
May 2007
Microsoft Office 2007 -- the new office suite that revolutionizes productivity software and replaces older outdated applications -- introduces many new features and capabilities. Learn why Office...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Debrief and Defend: Sticking with Office 2003 is a better choice than Office 2007
May 2007
Microsoft Office 2007, the new office suite that aims to replace older platforms, introduces numerous changes and new features. However, the very modifications that make Office 2007 attractive...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Book chapters
Scale Microsoft SharePoint 2007 to meet the needs of your growing organization
May 2007
Any enterprise platform needs to be able to adjust, grow, and scale out to fit the needs of a changing organization. SharePoint is no exception to this rule. In this sample chapter from Microsoft...
Provided by Sams Publishing
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Book chapters
Customize a pivot table in Microsoft Office Excel 2007
Jun 2007
Although pivot tables provide a fast way to summarize data, the pivot table defaults aren't always what you need. Fortunately, Microsoft Office Excel 2007 allows you to use many powerful settings...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Book chapters
Use Excel Services to enable business intelligence on Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 applications
Jun 2007
Excel Services is a new technology built and conditioned to interact with Excel spreadsheets, allowing you to add spreadsheets and workbooks to your enterprise dashboards and portals. One of the...
Provided by Microsoft Press
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Book chapters
Boost business productivity by leveraging powerful new features in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007
Aug 2007
Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007 is a powerful collaboration solution that can help you achieve new levels of personal and business productivity. Developers who already own a...
Provided by Addison Wesley Professional
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Book chapters
Animate a character in Blender
Oct 2007
Blender is a free, open-source, and cross-platform 3D creation suite that has proven to be a powerful alternative to commercially available 3D design software and is now one of the world's most...
Provided by No Starch Press
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Book chapters
Get the most out of PowerPoint 2007's all-new chart tools
Apr 2008
Displaying data in a clear, stylish way makes presentations more lively and helps your audience grasp even the most complicated information. PowerPoint 2007 offers completely revamped charting...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Downloads
Create a Strikethrough shortcut in Word
Jul 2008
Applying the Strikethrough format to text in a Word document requires a trip to the Font dialog box -- which will get old in a hurry, if you use that format a lot. Taking a moment now to create a...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Downloads
Get Up To Speed: IBM Lotus Symphony
Jul 2008
If you use a PC it's almost impossible to avoid using an office suite of some sorts. And most of your PC-life has been spent using either OpenOffice or Microsoft Office. But did you know there are...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Create a custom letterhead template in Word
Jul 2008
Printing your own stationery can save you significant bucks -- you can print on an as-needed basis and make changes whenever you want without incurring any charges. Susan Harkins explains what you...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
Get Up To Speed: KOffice
Aug 2008
If you use a PC it's almost impossible to avoid using an office suite of some sorts. And most of your PC-life has been spent using either OpenOffice or Microsoft Office. But did you know there are...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
10 questions (and answers) about Microsoft Live Mesh
Aug 2008
Microsoft says its new Live Mesh system will allow data and applications to follow users across multiple devices. Since the technical preview is now available, it's a good time to take a look at...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Get Up To Speed: Thunderbird/Lightning
Aug 2008
One of the most critical tools for small to large scale organizations is communication and scheduling. Without these tools businesses would fail. Communication generally takes on the form of...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Downloads
Quickly export Outlook e-mail items to Excel
Oct 2008
Exporting e-mail messages from Outlook to Excel is easier than you might think. This technique uses sample VBA code to automate the process, allowing you to specify exactly which fields to...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
Debrief & Defend: Microsoft Office v. Google Docs
Jan 2009
This Debrief and Defend explores the many differences between Microsoft Office and Google Docs, while also reviewing important features absent from the Web-based alternative.
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Top alternatives to Microsoft Outlook
May 2009
If you're using a Microsoft Windows operating system, there's a good chance that you use Outlook as your e-mail client. But is that really the best choice? This review, based on an article from...
Provided by ZDNet Australia
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Set your own drawing object defaults -- and make them stick
May 2009
If you often need to insert a particular drawing object or AutoShape in a Word document, and you don't want to have to manually format it every time you do, this power tip is for you.This download...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Increase productivity with these 10 helpful OpenOffice extensions
May 2009
OpenOffice offers a host of essential features, but as with most software, it would be nice to have it do just a little bit more. Jack Wallen has sorted through the scores of available OpenOffice...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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The 10 best ways to visually represent IT data
Apr 2011
The right chart, image, or diagram can be invaluable in clarifying and conveying IT information. The trick is finding the best tool to illustrate the specific concept or type of data you're...
Provided by Rick Vanover
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10 steps to adding a gradient background to your Excel data points
Jun 2010
It's easy to turn an Excel chart into a visually compelling object. Susan Harkins walks through the steps for jazzing up data points with a simple formatting trick.This download is also available...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Word 2010: Better design, more stability
Aug 2009
Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Microsoft Excel 2010 introduces some solid enhancements
Nov 2009
Like the other Office 2010 apps, Excel doesn't offer any radical changes. But you'll find welcome improvements to existing features and a few cool new tools.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Master Building Blocks and other time-saving text tools in Microsoft Office Word 2007
Jun 2007
Microsoft Office Word 2007 includes a number of tools designed to help you speed up typing repetitive text and those monotonous tasks you might face daily or deal with those infrequent tasks that...
Provided by Microsoft Press
