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Delivering bad news: 10 tips for doing it right
Giving someone bad news is never easy, but there are right ways and wrong ways of going about it. Here are some pointers on the best methods for sharing unpleasant information.
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Don't believe the hype, AGPL open source licensing is toxic and unpopular
Despite Black Duck's attempts to hype the AGPL, there are very good reasons to believe it's not the ideal open source license.
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10 ways to shrink your IT budget without killing progress
If you're looking for ideas on how to reduce IT spending without halting forward progress, these tips will come in handy.
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10 acquisition pitfalls IT should watch out for
During a corporate acquisition, the job of merging systems, processes, and people rests heavily on IT. This list will help you sidestep some of the most common obstacles and gotchas.
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10 mobile security myths that need debunking
Mobile devices have introduced plenty of legitimate concerns, but there are some misconceptions floating around that may lead companies to focus on the wrong issues--or to ignore the real risks.
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10 things you should know about deploying a software defined network
It's early days for SDN deployments, and organizations need to navigate some tricky currents to reap the benefits.
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10 things I learned about people while working in IT
If you've spent any time in IT, you know that human interaction is a big part of the job. And while you're interacting with those people, you'll learn a thing or two. Or 10.
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10 forgotten (but still useful) tips for Microsoft Word
Plenty of Microsoft Word commands have gathered a bit of dust over the years, but that doesn't mean they aren't useful for those who remember them. Here are 10 tricks you may find handy.
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10 ways to improve time-to-market for your applications
IT is under increasing pressure to move at a breakneck speed, rapidly delivering solutions that support business goals and allow the company to stay competitive. These 10 tips can help.
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10 things you should know about running an IoT project function
IoT projects are still uncharted territory for most organizations, IT managers, and business leaders. This list will help keep the challenges in perspective.
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10 quick tips to make Windows 10 work the way you want
Looking for some easy ways to tweak Windows 10 for maximum performance and usability? Mark Kaelin shares 10 handy configuration tricks.
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10 things you should know about the BQ Aquaris M10 tablet
That tablet everyone doubted would ever arrive? It's here. With the release of the BQ Aquaris M10 tablet, Ubuntu has a new route to success.
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10 signs you might be working for the wrong company
Are you working for the right company? Are you sure? Here are some indications that you might not be in the ideal professional situation.
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10 hardware breakthroughs that could revolutionize IT strategy
Advances in technology are driving the need for hardware innovations--such as better VR gear, new chip architecture, and on-the-job wearables.
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10 must-have Chrome productivity extensions
Chrome is more than just a browser--it's an ecosystem that can help make your day a bit more productive. And with the help of these extensions, it can deliver an extra boost of efficiency to your dail...
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10 key technology items for your 2015 budget
What items are essential for next year's tech budget? Mary Shacklett highlights the major areas of corporate IT spending.
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10 ways to help users move from Microsoft Office to LibreOffice
Make a smooth transition from Microsoft Office to LibreOffice. These tips will help you iron out the wrinkles.
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10 things you should know about Alibaba
Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba has just gone public. Find out what it means -- and why it's a big deal.
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10 areas of IT risk you could be overlooking
Risk management entails more than high-profile issues like data breaches. Smaller, less obvious risks can be just as damaging to your organization.
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10 things I want in iWatch
Apple has announced an event for September 9th -- and predictions are that it will include the unveiling of the mythical iWatch. Patrick Gray shares his feature wish list.
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Gartner's top 10 technology trends for 2015: All about the cloud
Gartner analysts suggest you keep a close eye on the items listed in its latest trend report. Michael Kassner examines the technologies on the list and finds a common thread: cloud.
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10 ways to forge strong end-user relationships
Building rapport between tech staff and end users can go a long way toward smoother IT operations.
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10 ways the iPhone 6 could give Android a run for its money
The iPhone 6 was revealed on September 9, 2014. Find out what features should have Android developers scrambling to pick up the slack.
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10 things I miss about old technology
Take a trip down memory lane as Scott Matteson shares some of his favorite memories about technology from way-back-when.
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10 key facts about microservers
Microservers may not make sense in every environment, but they're playing a role in providing space/cost savings and handling customized workloads for certain business needs. Here's a look at where th...
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10 ways to supercharge your applications
To make sure your apps are well built, easy to maintain, and serve the needs of the business, it's important to follow the best practices on this list.
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10 ways business leaders can get the most out of cloud
The end business is playing a growing role in selecting and managing cloud services. These tips will help business leaders avoid common pitfalls and get the most value from cloud solutions.
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10 tips for a more user-friendly Linux desktop
Learn a few simple tricks to make your Linux desktop experience as user-friendly as possible.
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10 tips for easier collaboration between office suites
When you're working with people using a variety of office tools, you can hit some frustrating roadblocks. Here are a few standard (and not-so-standard) suggestions to make your collaboration efforts m...
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10 ways your IT vendors can help you
Good vendors can make your job much easier -- but are you getting everything you can from those relationships? Here are some of the benefits you might be missing out on.