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    The Tale of Steve Jobs and the Five Dragons

    Jan 2010

    Steve Jobs resurrected Apple by slaying four dragons, and now he's on a quest to take down another one. Here's how he did it and what's next.This download is also available as an entry in our Tech...

    Provided by Jason Hiner

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    10 Windows 7 power tweaks

    Aug 2010

    This handy roundup offers Windows 7 tips on everything from disabling Snap to restoring the Quick Launch Bar to limiting the applications your users can run.Links to each of the articles in this...

    Provided by TechRepublic

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    The TaskList Gadget

    Feb 2010

    The TaskList utility provides details on the services and DLL modules related to running processes. Now, there's a Vista/Windows 7 gadget that does the job without the command-line headaches.For...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    Make the Choice command work for you even in Windows 7

    Oct 2010

    You can use the batch file command Choice to make your batch files interactive. Greg Shultz shows how it can come in handy even in Windows 7 with an example batch file that automates the IP...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    10 open source Windows apps worth checking out

    Feb 2010

    The open source community has a lot to offer, and not just to Linux users. These 10 outstanding Windows tools can make your life easier (for free).This download is also available as an entry in...

    Provided by Jack Wallen

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    The Netstat Gadget

    Nov 2009

    The Netstat utility can help solve vexing connectivity issues - but its command-line interface isn't for everyone. This free Vista / Windows 7 gadget makes the tool much easier to use. Visit our...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    The ARP Gadget

    Nov 2009

    Windows offers a command-line utility that lets you examine or modify the ARP cache. To make the tool easier to use, Greg Shultz has 'gadgetized' it for Vista and Windows 7. Visit our Microsoft...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    Take charge of Windows 7 with these 10 power tips

    Mar 2011

    You can get a lot more mileage out of Windows 7 if you perform a few tweaks and tap into some timesaving tricks. Here's a collection of several popular Windows 7 Quick Tips.

    Provided by TechRepublic.com

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    The complete list of Windows 7 Logo key shortcuts

    Sep 2011

    The Windows 7 Logo key anchors a set of powerful and efficient keyboard shortcuts. This cheat sheet lists all the shortcuts and explains what they do.This download is also available as an entry in...

    Provided by Mark Kaelin

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    Windows XP SP3 services that can be disabled

    Sep 2009

    This updated reference sheet lists all the Windows XP SP3 services, describes each one's function, specifies whether you can safely disable it, and outlines what will happen if you do. This...

    Provided by Scott Lowe

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    Windows 7 installation flowchart

    Oct 2009

    A successful Windows 7 migration begins with careful planning and decision making. Rick Vanover built a flowchart to guide you through each step.For more information on Windows 7 migration and...

    Provided by Rick Vanover

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    The XCopy Tool

    Dec 2009

    The XCopy command has risen from the ashes of deprecation to save you time and make your file management tasks easier. This tool automates the process for XP, Vista, and Windows 7.Visit our...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    Top 10 Windows 7 desktop gadgets

    Jun 2010

    Windows 7 gadgets offer added functionality and convenience in a variety of ways. Here are a few you may want to add to your desktop.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...

    Provided by Deb Shinder

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    10 common issues you can fix with a registry hack

    Jul 2009

    Sometimes, configuring Windows to meet your needs requires a trip to the registry editor. Here's a look at some simple hacks that can save you time and prevent a variety of problems.This download...

    Provided by Brien Posey

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    10 reasons why Windows 7's XP Mode is a big deal

    Aug 2009

    Windows 7 features a new twist: XP Mode, which lets you run your Windows XP apps without compatibility issues. Brien Posey explains why XP Mode is significant and outlines its benefits.This...

    Provided by Brien Posey

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    Five tips for speeding up Windows XP performance

    Feb 2011

    You may be able to improve a sluggish Windows XP system with a trip to the Performance Options dialog box. Here are a few tweaks worth trying.This download is also available as an entry in our...

    Provided by Scott Lowe

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    Windows 8 Tips for Power Users

    Oct 2012

    TechRepublic's Windows 8 Tips for Power Users will help you get more out of the new operating system, navigate the Modern style UI, and customize the platform to suit your needs.

    Provided by TechRepublic Pro

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    Windows 8: Installation Flowchart

    Aug 2012

    TechRepublic's Windows 8: Installation Flowchart guides you through the array of critical decisions you'll need to make for a successful installation and deployment.

    Provided by TechRepublic Pro

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    10 Linux applications that should be easier to use

    Apr 2011

    The Linux desktop continues to become increasingly user friendly. Yet as Jack Wallen explains, some applications are not nearly as easy to configure and use as they should be. This download is...

    Provided by Jack Wallen

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    10 cool tools in Windows 7

    May 2009

    The changes to the Windows 7 interface have gotten a lot of play, but some of the new built-in tools are just as compelling. Deb Shinder runs through some of the most impressive enhancements, from...

    Provided by Deb Shinder

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    The top 10 Vista sidebar gadgets

    Nov 2008

    Not everyone is a fan of Vista gadgets, but Deb Shinder has a large collection of them that she finds extremely useful. Here are the ones that top her list of favorites.This download is also...

    Provided by Deb Shinder

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    10 tweaks to make Windows 7 even better

    Apr 2009

    Windows 7 appears to be a crowd pleaser among the IT pros who have been kicking its beta tires -- including Deb Shinder. But even though she's very impressed with the new OS, she's already...

    Provided by Deb Shinder

  • Book chapters

    Tune Windows 7 for maximum speed and efficiency

    Oct 2009

    This sample chapter from Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed explains how to monitor Windows 7 system performance and optimize startup, applications, the hard disk, and virtual memory. Title:...

    Provided by Sams Publishing

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    How do I... Install Windows Vista in a dual-boot configuration along with Windows XP?

    Feb 2007

    Are you really excited about the prospect of experimenting with the new features in the Windows Vista operating system, but are not yet ready to give up your existing Windows XP installation? Greg...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    10 reasons why you should give Slackware a chance

    May 2011

    Plenty of Linux users steer clear of Slackware because it's a challenge to administer and use. But Jack Wallen says the benefits of this distribution more than outweigh the difficulties.This...

    Provided by Jack Wallen

  • Downloads

    Windows Vista IPConfig Gadget

    Sep 2009

    After building his Vista IP Configuration Tool, Greg Shultz responded to member requests and created this Sidebar gadget to make things even easier.For a little background on the tool, see Greg's...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

  • Downloads

    10 things to love about Ubuntu 11.04

    May 2011

    Jack Wallen has done a complete turnaround on his views of Ubuntu 11.04. Here's a look at how the latest release won him over. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

    Provided by Jack Wallen

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    TechRepublic Live 2011: The state of the Linux ecosystem

    Oct 2011

    A video recording of a presentation by Jack Wallen given at TechRepublic Live 2011 in Louisville, KY, on September 30th, 2011.

    Provided by TechRepublic.com

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    Windows XP services that can be disabled

    Jun 2005

    One of the most effective ways to secure a Windows XP workstation is to turn off unnecessary services. This reference sheet lists each Windows XP SP 2 service, describes each service's function,...

    Provided by TechRepublic

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    TechRepublic Live 2011: Apple devices in business

    Oct 2011

    A video recording of a presentation by Erik Eckel given at TechRepublic Live 2011 in Louisville, KY, on September 30th, 2011.

    Provided by TechRepublic.com

  • Downloads

    10 open source projects worth checking out

    Nov 2009

    The open source field is pretty crowded, but certain projects stand above the rest. Jack Wallen introduces 10 open source tools and solutions you don't want to overlook.This download is also...

    Provided by Jack Wallen

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    10 ways to tweak Windows 7 using the Local Group Policy Editor

    Sep 2009

    You can customize Windows 7 by setting local group policies to control the way the OS looks and acts. Paul McFedries offers 10 handy tweaks.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...

    Provided by Paul McFedries

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    Take charge of Windows XP with these 10+ power tips

    Sep 2007

    Everybody likes a good Windows XP tip -- something that eliminates an annoyance, streamlines a task, or offers useful customization of a particular feature. Of course, not all tips are ideal for...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

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    10 Linux rescue tools for recovering Linux, Windows, or Mac machines

    Apr 2010

    When you're dealing with a system that won't boot, you need a robust and dependable recovery tool. Here are a few Linux tools that might save the day.This download is also available as an entry in...

    Provided by Jack Wallen

  • Tools & Templates

    Windows Vista IP Configuration Tool

    Aug 2009

    Avoid the hassle of hitting the command line to run Vista's IPConfig command, with its expanded set of switches. This little GUI app makes the job a cinch.An article describing this tool is...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

  • Book chapters

    Working with the Windows 7 Registry

    Aug 2009

    In his recently published book Microsoft Windows 7 Unleashed, author Paul McFedries introduces a variety of techniques, workarounds, obscure details, and customization tricks to help you get more...

    Provided by Sams Publishing

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    10+ ways to get more out of Windows XP

    Jan 2008

    You can get a lot more mileage out of Windows XP if you perform a few tweaks and tap into some timesaving tricks. These powerful tips range from using XP's built-in image resizing tool to creating...

    Provided by Greg Shultz

  • Book chapters

    Create innovative and dramatic Powerpoint presentations, Hollywood style

    Jul 2006

    This sample chapter from Beyond Bullet Points: Using Microsoft PowerPoint to Create Presentations That Inform, Motivate, and Inspire introduces the "Beyond Bullet Points" approach to Powerpoint...

    Provided by Microsoft Press

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    The 10 most useful Linux commands

    Nov 2008

    Maybe the command line isn't your favorite place to hang out, but to be an effective Linux admin, you need to be able to wield a few essential commands. Jack Wallen says these 10 are guaranteed to...

    Provided by Jack Wallen

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    10+ PowerToys that can expand your control of Windows XP

    Nov 2009

    Not all PowerToys are right for everyone. But find the ones that make sense for you, and your Windows tasks will be a whole lot easier. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...

    Provided by Scott Lowe

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