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10 things I've learned from working in IT

August 12, 2012 5:15am PDT

When you've been in IT for awhile, you pick up all sorts of random knowledge. Jack Wallen shares a few highlights from almost 20 years in the field.

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Setting up Database Mail in SQL Server 2005

February 26, 2007 8:00am PST

SQL Server 2005's Database Mail is completely SMTP based, allowing you to send e-mails with attachments, format HTML e-mails, and more. Tim Chapman fills you in on the advantages of Database Mail...

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10 tips for first-time iPad users

June 28, 2012 2:10pm PDT

If you're new to the iPad, its functionality may be confusing at first. Brien Posey shares some basic instructions to get you past the awkward stage.

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Using VMware vCenter Operations Manager to pinpoint and solve issues

September 10, 2012 6:06am PDT

Lauren Malhoit walks us through a couple of demos of using VMware vCenter Operations Manager to pinpoint and then solve annoying problems.

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iSCSI on the cheap: Turn your Windows server into an iSCSI storage target

October 4, 2005 1:53pm PDT

Read Scott Lowe's software recommendations for turning your Windows Server into an inexpensive iSCSI storage target.

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How iSCSI packets are encapsulated and how to protect iSCSI data traffic

March 1, 2012 6:00am PST

Scott Lowe answers some basic questions about iSCSI from TechRepublic readers.

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Steps for getting an Oracle Database Administrator certification

November 7, 2012 6:31am PST

Curious about what's involved in getting an Oracle Database Adminstrator certification? Here's the scoop.

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10 roadblocks to implementing Big Data analytics

November 12, 2012 5:06am PST

Before you jump on the Big Data bandwagon, make sure you understand exactly what you're getting into.

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Three areas of concern for Big Data in the data center

April 17, 2013 5:39am PDT

Big Data is not just a tool for business analysis. it can also be a helpful tool to improve the data center.

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Why VMware doesn't recommend datastore layout by OS

February 7, 2011 6:54am PST

According to VMware, admins should not designate a datastore for operating system virtual disk files. VMware vExpert Rick Vanover offers his take on this blanket recommendation.

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How do I quickly back up a database in SQL Server 2005?

June 27, 2008 6:40am PDT

This quick tip from Steven Warren shows you how to perform a simple backup in SQL Server 2005.

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Explore how SQL Server's system databases work

August 14, 2006 12:32pm PDT

A fundamental skill for DBAs is to have a firm understanding of the SQL Server database engine's system databases. Tim Chapman discusses these system databases.

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Look inside the Backblaze data center and its Pod 3.0 architecture

February 26, 2013 11:00am PST

Scott Lowe takes a look at the architecture of an online backup service. How do they offer storage at such competitive prices? Here are some of the building blocks.

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Allow Windows Vista, Server 2008 systems to interact with older Samba installations

June 30, 2008 1:01am PDT

Windows Vista and Server 2008 have a default version requirement of MS-LAN Manager communication that prohibits communication to older Linux-based Samba installations. This can be fixed via group...

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Detecting index fragmentation in SQL Server 2005

December 17, 2007 8:30am PST

SQL Server 2005 has tools to help find fragmentation. With a little bit of programming, you can use these tools to see which tables need to be reindexed. Tim Chapman shows you to use the...

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DIY: Track employee time with TimeTrex Standard

January 9, 2012 2:23pm PST

Say goodbye to those spreadsheets and punch clocks when you install TimeTrex Standard. Learn the ins and outs of the free, open source tool's install process.

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How do I... Print a label for an individual record in Microsoft Access?

September 24, 2007 11:47am PDT

Printing labels is a common task and simple enough if you use the Microsoft Access Label wizard. You can print thousands of labels at one time. What isn't as easy is printing a label for a single...

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Two data center strategies: Centralization and 'sharding'

April 8, 2013 5:30am PDT

Mary Shacklett looks at two approaches to data center strategy, which can be equally successful as long as they are tied to specific business needs.

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Simplify PL/SQL INDEX BY tables using text subscripts

September 12, 2006 3:10pm PDT

Associative arrays can simplify the lookup of temporary data in PL/SQL programs because text values can be used directly as subscripts to locate array elements. Learn how to apply associative...

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Five tips for working efficiently in the Access Navigation Pane

August 16, 2010 9:39am PDT

Access 2007 and 2010 replaced the familiar Database window with the Navigation Pane -- a huge adjustment for users and developers alike. Susan Harkins details some practical ways to put its...