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Demand for SQL and C# skills fuels UK job surge

May 21, 2013 7:23am PDT

The number of permanent IT jobs on the market in the UK in the first quarter of 2013 increased for the fourth year in a row.

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Data visualizations with Can I Use compatibility tables

May 21, 2013 7:00am PDT

The Can I Use website keeps data on compatibility of browsers with the latest HTML5, CSS3, and SVG code. Here is a way to get the data source and create your own visualizations to illustrate the...

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Windows Server 2012 Essentials: Easy small business Internet and cloud

May 21, 2013 6:00am PDT

Windows Server 2012 Essentials gives small businesses many options, including built-in hooks to cloud-hosted Office 365-based email and more economical backup and disaster preparedness.

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Seven great features of OpenOffice and Libre Office that you probably ignore

May 21, 2013 6:00am PDT

Free office suite tools like OpenOffice and Libre Office have more advanced features than you might expect. Here are seven that go beyond the common tasks.

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Factor mobile ERP and CRM into BYOD planning

May 20, 2013 11:31am PDT

Factoring mobile ERP and CRM into your BYOD planning ensures a secure and seamless experience for your BYOD users.

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Quick Tip: Flip text for a mirror image in Word

May 20, 2013 11:12am PDT

Use these simple techniques to get a mirror image of test in Microsoft Word.

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Visual Studio compiler options, part 3: Option Compare

May 20, 2013 10:31am PDT

Option Compare is a compiler option in VB.NET with the right default for all new projects. Here's what SMBs need to know about the option.

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Best open source HRM and ERP solutions

May 20, 2013 7:27am PDT

There's a reason why enterprise companies "get" Linux and open source. It's not just because of the security and reliability -- it's for the software. Check out this list of best in breed tools...

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Review: EZ Opp for Microsoft Dynamics CRM

May 17, 2013 11:31am PDT

Manage CRM sales data on the go with ease using a Windows RT or Windows 8 tablet.

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Quick Tip: Work with your Google Calendar in Outlook

May 17, 2013 7:54am PDT

Google Apps Sync lets you use your Google calendar in Microsoft Outlook. Find out why this can be handy and how to set it up.

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10 key questions about software-defined networking

May 17, 2013 5:05am PDT

Software-defined networking promises to deliver enormous benefits, from reduced costs to more efficient network operations. Here's why SDN belongs on your network roadmap.

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How app developers can get their pots of gold

May 17, 2013 4:02am PDT

There are more ways than ever to create and consume content. This is good news for software developers, who now have even more opportunities to strike it rich.

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Android Studio can fix Android development

May 16, 2013 7:29pm PDT

Google has finally decided to get rid of the Eclipse albatross from Android's neck.

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Huddle: a worthy SharePoint alternative for client collaboration

May 16, 2013 12:40pm PDT

SharePoint is the go-to collaboration suite for most professional services firms. Find out why the SaaS-based Huddle might be a more expedient and user-friendly client extranet option.

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Change background images in Windows 8

May 16, 2013 12:04pm PDT

Personalizing backgrounds in Windows 8 takes a bit of effort, but it can be done.

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Streamline CSS development with LESS

May 16, 2013 9:07am PDT

LESS is a dynamic stylesheet language that extends standard CSS. The result is leaner code that is easier to maintain.

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Five Apps for disk and file encryption in Windows

May 16, 2013 8:32am PDT

Whether you want to encrypt an entire hard drive or just a folder or a few files, using the right tool is vital.

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The four stages of creating a successful social enterprise

May 16, 2013 7:56am PDT

Learn how to use social media-style tools to help your organisation share information and collaborate more effectively.

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Quick tip: Navigate AWS EC2 with file, cat, and sudo yum update

May 16, 2013 6:00am PDT

To take advantage of Amazon's best pricing on EC2 machines, you must learn the basics of the Linux command line. Here are a few more commands and tips to help you on your way.