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10 things you should know about Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server

August 31, 2010 9:40am PDT

Mac OS X Server has come a long way -- and the power and flexibility of Snow Leopard might surprise you. Erik Eckel details the benefits and capabilities of this platform.

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10 things you should know about Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server

August 31, 2010 12:00am PDT

Mac OS X Server has come a long way -- and the power and flexibility of Snow Leopard Server might surprise you. Erik Eckel details the benefits and capabilities of this platform.This download is...

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How often should enterprise admins replace Mac servers?

August 26, 2010 6:37am PDT

Erik Eckel recommends a Mac server replacement plan that takes into account the cost of retaining machines that are past their prime.

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10 things to look for in an ISP

August 24, 2010 12:00am PDT

Choosing the wrong ISP can spell doom for many businesses today. Making the right choice involves careful analysis of many factors, from uptime to capacity to equipment to field response. This...

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iPad and LogMeIn make potent troubleshooting and repair duo

August 23, 2010 6:00am PDT

Erik Eckel explains how he uses his iPad and LogMeIn together to remotely troubleshoot and repair Windows clients. Read why he thinks the iPad might be the netbook killer.

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Improve client relations by scheduling lunch meetings

August 18, 2010 12:44pm PDT

When you work at a breakneck pace, it's a challenge to manage client relations and squeeze in lunch. One easy solution is to schedule lunch meetings with clients.

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The 10 best IT certifications: 2010

August 17, 2010 7:18am PDT

The certification landscape changes as rapidly as the technologies you support. Here's an updated list of certs that currently offer the most value and validity for IT pros.

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The 10 best IT certifications: 2010

August 17, 2010 12:00am PDT

The certification landscape changes as rapidly as the technologies you support. Here's an updated list of certs that currently offer the most value and validity for IT pros.This download is also...

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Use these four questions to determine how often to replace Mac workstations

August 12, 2010 6:29am PDT

Erik Eckel has some rules of thumb about how often an organization should replace its Mac hardware. Use the answers to these four questions to help you focus in on your requirements.

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Understanding 32- versus 64-bit differences in Snow Leopard

August 5, 2010 6:11am PDT

Erik Eckel clears up some misinformation about how Mac Snow Leopard handles 32- and 64-bit processing. Find out which systems are 64-bit capable and what tweaks you can make.

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Desktop Connect iPad app enables secure remote Windows server administration

July 28, 2010 8:20am PDT

Consultant Erik Eckel swears by the iPad Desktop Connect app that allows him to securely administer Windows servers remotely. He makes his case for the iPad as an admin tool -- do you agree?

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Change Mac permissions via the command line to save time

July 21, 2010 12:31pm PDT

Erik Eckel explains the basics of the ls command, which displays file and folder information on the command line and allows you to edit permissions settings much quicker than using Mac's Finder.

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Why IT consultants must read Unfolding the Napkin

July 19, 2010 9:43am PDT

In Unfolding the Napkin, Dan Roam explains how to use pictures to solve complex problems. Erik Eckel, who is a believer in the book's principles, encourages all IT consultants to read the business...

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Five tips for removing viruses and spyware from client machines

July 9, 2010 8:12am PDT

IT consultants must regularly remove stubborn, regenerative, and corrupting spyware and viruses from client machines. These pointers will help you return systems to stable operation.

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Enterprise admins should say no to FaceTime

July 7, 2010 3:22pm PDT

Consultant Erik Eckel explains why enterprise admins should have no problem saying no to supporting FaceTime on the new Apple iPhone.

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Review: LogMeIn Ignition for the Apple iPad

June 24, 2010 8:35am PDT

LogMeIn Ignition provides an outstanding Apple iPad interface for connecting to Windows clients, Windows servers and Macs running LogMein.

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Spotlight: LogMeIn Ignition for the Apple iPad

June 24, 2010 8:29am PDT

LogMeIn has a well-earned reputation for developing powerful and secure remote connectivity software. The company's Ignition for the iPad continues that tradition, bringing simple and easy...

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How to best troubleshoot problematic Mac applications

June 23, 2010 6:00am PDT

Erik Eckel offers his tried-and-true tips for narrowing down problems with Mac applications and how to troubleshoot them.

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How to configure a Mac VLAN

June 16, 2010 6:00am PDT

Erik Eckel explains the basics of how to set up and configure VLANs on Mac OS X networks. Apple has included support for the IEEE 802.1Q standard within Mac OS.

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Deploy this file storage policy to set proper expectations

May 26, 2010 6:33pm PDT

Download and implement TechRepublic's file storage policy to help clients prevent data breaches and to properly manage violations if they occur.

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