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10 things you should know about USB 2.0 and 3.0

December 28, 2009 8:34am PST

USB 3.0 has been highly anticipated -- and now, it's finally here. Sort of. Find out about its availability, specifications, benefits, and limitations.

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10 things that define a true professional

July 27, 2010 2:06pm PDT

You may be a brilliant developer, a highly skilled net admin, or a crackerjack DBA -- but if you're unprofessional, your career is likely to fall short. Alan Norton offers some attributes to...

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10 things you shouldn't do when running network cable

November 16, 2011 10:37am PST

Improperly installed cabling can cripple network performance, create maintenance headaches, and lead to hidden costs. Here's where things can go wrong.

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Real-world server room nightmares

October 28, 2010 10:17am PDT

Bill Detwiler asked TechRepublic members to send in photos of the worst server room messes they've encountered and they really came through.

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Increase any PC's performance with these 10 steps

July 3, 2012 3:51am PDT

Justin James lists 10 simple steps that will help improve the speed and performance of any PC.

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What not to do in a server room

September 17, 2010 1:59pm PDT

Your server room may be perfect; every Ethernet cable in place, all KVM and power cables neatly tucked into the sides of the racks. Your comm rack may be a marvel of modern cable management....

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10 things you can do to boost PC performance

September 9, 2011 2:17pm PDT

Does your PC performance need a kick in the pants? These simple steps will help speed things up.

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Learn to use a serial console on Linux

January 14, 2008 7:35am PST

Using a serial console on Linux is much like using a modem; the technology is virtually identical, but instead of using a modem to dial into a remote system, a special serial cable, called a...

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The realities of mobility and hitting the road

May 6, 2013 6:03pm PDT

Over the past couple of years, the increase in connectivity has even changed the way people go on holidays.

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How do I... Build and configure an external hard drive enclosure?

January 18, 2008 1:32pm PST

Do you have an old hard drive, which still works, lying around and gathering dust that you’d like to put to good use? If you answered yes, then chances are good that you’ve thought about using...

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Run cable more efficiently with these tips

February 18, 2003 8:00am PST

Whether you work for an enterprise help desk or provide freelance support, you'll probably have to pull some cables during your career. Find out how you can make the job a little easier with a...

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Cable certifier: An essential consulting tool

January 6, 2012 12:55pm PST

Erik Eckel believes most consultants will find that a high-quality cable certifier is an indispensable and essential toolkit device.

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Cracking open the Apple TV

October 4, 2010 1:01pm PDT

We take apart the Apple TV and expose the hardware the runs Apple's media player.

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Cracking open the Apple iPhone

July 3, 2007 5:33am PDT

The iPhone blends a revolutionary touch-screen interface, music player, and smartphone into a slick package. Come along as we crack open the Apple iPhone and see the hardware the make it run.

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Server room cabling nightmare

June 25, 2007 1:45pm PDT

Although wireless technologies can reduce the cable clutter hidden behind many desks, server rooms remain a haven for power cords, network cables, and peripheral wiring. Unfortunately, many server...

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Clean and tidy wiring closet

September 19, 2007 10:52am PDT

No tangled mass of cables or cross-wired patch panels in this well-organized, wiring closet.

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Video: Make your own auxiliary (aux) audio cable

July 7, 2009 7:51am PDT

While you could just buy an auxiliary cable for around $5, those tinkerers among us might be interested to know that they can also make a aux cable from two pairs of old headphones.

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Cracking open a Motorola DVR

May 18, 2007 7:45am PDT

TechRepublic cracks open the Motorola DCT6412 III digital video recorder (DVR).

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10 things you should have in your presentation kit

May 16, 2012 11:12am PDT

Preparing for a presentation means rehearsing your material -- but it also means making sure you have all the items you need for a glitch-free delivery.

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Some interesting twists about Ethernet cabling

November 16, 2010 11:16am PST

Michael Kassner answers the question: why does Ethernet cabling use twisted-pair conductors? Here is the explanation, including some tips learned from cable installers about proper installation.

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