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Tips for entering the field of data analytics

October 12, 2011 4:59am PDT

Data analytics is a hot and happening field. Here are some tips for getting your foot in the door.

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10 IT relics I really miss

October 22, 2012 4:44am PDT

Do you remember the days of BBSes and shareware subscriptions, magazines full of BASIC code for your CoCo, and true desktop cases? Take a techie stroll down memory lane.

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The 10 most cryptic project management expressions

July 7, 2010 1:04pm PDT

Project success requires clear communication among managers, team members, and stakeholders. Be sure you really know what's being said when you hear the terms on this list.

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Review: AceProject cloud-based project management

April 19, 2011 11:54am PDT

AceProject is a web-based project management suite of applications that provides the framework for better planning, regardless of your operation's size.

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DIY: Create tests in the open source tool TCExam

January 12, 2012 8:11am PST

TCExam is a powerful, free, computer-based exam system. Jack Wallen explains the multi-step process necessary to create tests in the software.

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Review: Quickbase online data management

January 7, 2010 6:29am PST

Quickbase is an online database designed for any team or enterprise looking to seriously improve their work flow or the management of their data.

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Five great apps to handle emergency recoveries

April 16, 2012 9:03am PDT

With this combination of apps in your toolkit, you should be able to tackle just about any software crisis you encounter in the field.

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Install extra packages on the ASUS Eee PC

July 28, 2008 12:02pm PDT

Installing extra packages on the Asus Eee PC is possible if you want more software than the average user. Vincent Danen explains how to set up Xandros repositories to make it easier to add packages.

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Integrating CSS techniques into ASP.NET 2.0 applications

February 19, 2008 8:17pm PST

A few ways to incorporate CSS in ASP.NET is via standard CSS (inline or external), the CssClass property, themes, and CSS control adapters. Tony Patton goes into more detail about the CssClass...

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Are developers really skilled up for the cloud?

April 25, 2013 2:29am PDT

Writing code for cloud-hosted apps is requiring developers to demonstrate new skills that some CIOs doubt exist in sufficient quantities in their teams.

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Get IT Done: Implement a simple, low-cost time clock system with PunchClock

November 10, 2003 8:00am PST

Use this utility to turn your PC into a time clock

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Cut your Word docs down to size with these OLE techniques

August 26, 2002 7:00am PDT

Embedded images, spreadsheets, and slides can add more than a little color to your Word documents; they can add unnecessary megabytes. Find out how to keep embedded objects from supersizing your...

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Quick resume tip: Hone your Job Objective statement

February 25, 2010 10:00am PST

Some people don't use an Objective statement in a resume at all. But for those who do, it can be a powerful tool. Here are some tips for doing it correctly.

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Five versatile web camera recorders

November 5, 2012 11:52am PST

Recorded web cam video is used for everything from instructional videos to YouTube posts, make sure you have the right tools.

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Product review: HEAT PowerDesk, call center tracking software

May 20, 2003 7:00am PDT

The pros and cons of an entry-level call-tracking system

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Successful BI deployments have these elements

September 14, 2011 5:32am PDT

Forrester reports that more than half of BI attempts fail or bog down to a crawl. Successful deployment and usability depends on several critical components.

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Kinect update: Windows SDK, FAAST 1.0, and Board of Awesomeness

February 10, 2012 8:33pm PST

Wally Bahny highlights the Kinect SDK and Runtime for Windows release and two projects that are using the Kinect in interesting and creative ways.

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Prioritize projects to align with strategic plan

November 19, 2008 6:51am PST

Every project should support your company's strategic plan. Here's how project management relates to the strategic planning process. Also, get tips on how to make sure planning and projects work...

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10 ways to diagnose ailing PCs: Step by step

September 30, 2011 9:10am PDT

Taking a systematic approach to troubleshooting PC issues will save you time and frustration and get your clients back to work more quickly.

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Considerations when integrating Microsoft Project and PPM solutions

December 11, 2009 4:25am PST

Before integrating a Microsoft Project schedule with a project portfolio management (PPM) tool, there are five questions you should ask yourself.

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