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Keep track of mileage and travel expenses with TripLog

January 10, 2013 11:56am PST

Jack Wallen takes a look at TripLog, a free Android app that helps you keep track of mileage and travel-related expenses.

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Unencrypted bar codes on airline boarding-passes pose threat

October 31, 2012 7:04am PDT

Unencrypted boarding-pass barcodes allow those so inclined to find out if they are "Pre-Checked" or not. Isn't the next logical step to see if the bar code can be tampered with?

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How big data could help airlines get wind of hurricanes

October 8, 2012 7:31am PDT

Travel-technology firm Sabre on how big-data analytics could help airlines warn travellers of potential disruptions days in advance and make travel sites better at predicting your dream destination.

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Life inside an offshore software development hub

October 4, 2012 2:35am PDT

A glimpse of what it's like to work at a software development centre in Krakow, Poland.

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Poll: Developers, how often do you travel for work?

August 31, 2012 6:29am PDT

Does your development work take you out of town more than once or twice a year? Answer this question by taking our poll.

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Work travel tips for developers

August 7, 2012 2:14pm PDT

Developer Justin James shares his basic toolkit--equipment, software, and more--for business trips. Tell us what you would add to his list.

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Space holidays: How tourism is saving manned space flight

July 19, 2012 2:16am PDT

Get ready for the ultimate package tour: Nick Heath talks to the companies developing the spaceplanes that could soon be taking you into orbit - if you can afford the ticket.

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British Airways uses Google image search to spot frequent fliers

July 6, 2012 8:15am PDT

BA will use the image search feature to identify high profile passengers to allow staff to greet customers by name.

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Malware poses as software updates: Why the FBI is warning travelers

May 14, 2012 7:55am PDT

Those "critical update" notices you get, especially while traveling, may not be what you think. Michael Kassner gets the low-down on this serious threat as well as the Evilgrade platform.

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10 ways for women to stay safe when traveling alone

March 21, 2012 8:23am PDT

Women traveling by themselves need to take some extra precautions. Here are a few practical pointers to help women stay safe on those solo business trips.

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Business travel with the iPad: Challenges and solutions

March 13, 2012 6:58am PDT

R. Paul Singh suggests some third-party apps that will benefit business users who are traveling with their iPad.

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Three apps for the traveling consultant

February 10, 2012 8:24am PST

Scott Lowe highlights three apps that help IT consultants on the go.

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10 Internet access tips for travelers

January 31, 2012 8:31am PST

It may seem like Internet access is available everywhere. But when you travel, you may hit limitations, inflated charges, and various connectivity gotchas.

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10 tips for IT pros who have to travel during the winter

January 11, 2012 9:16am PST

Winter travel can turn a short hop into a long, frustrating journey. Here are some practical ways to get where you're going with fewer problems.

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Geeky conventions not to miss in 2012

January 10, 2012 1:00pm PST

Start planning your geek con pilgrimages for 2012 now. Star Trek, Star Wars, LEGO, gaming, anime, and cosplay fans will not be disappointed in this year's events schedule.

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iPad 2 apps and tips for business travelers

November 22, 2011 7:59am PST

Learn more about using travel-related apps for the iPad2 in this free, downloadable book chapter from Que Publishing: Your iPad2 at Work.

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Preparing a business laptop for overseas travel

November 9, 2011 9:00am PST

With threats of cyber warfare heating up, traveling overseas poses security risks that go beyond mere carelessness and petty thiefs. Here are tips to protect employee laptops and the data they carry.

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Have Android, will travel: Handy apps for attending conferences

October 3, 2011 6:39pm PDT

Deb Shinder recently visited Louisville, KY, where she spoke at TechRepublic Live 2011. Find out what Android apps Deb uses when traveling.

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Five Windows Phone 7 apps for travel

September 20, 2011 11:26am PDT

Smartphones and travelers are a match made in heaven. These free Windows Phone 7 apps can make your journey easier, safer, and more fun.

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TechRepublic Live 2011 will be free to the first 100 registrants

August 30, 2011 5:00am PDT

TechRepublic is hosting a free tech event in Louisville on September 28-30, 2011, but seating is limited. Reserve your spot today to get a seat at one of the best conversations in IT.

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