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Growing dependency on IT

With the passing of each year, it seems that companies are becoming more reliant on their Information Technology infrastructure. Consider how far we've come in a relatively short amount of time, and what kind of additional challenges are placed on the people who support IT. View entire blog »

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T-shirt of the week: Electric sheep

What is it that androids dream of? This shirt from Diesel Sweeties will help remind you, all whilst stealthily declaring your affinity for science fiction in general, Philip K. Dick specifically, and Blade Runner very obliquely. Now that's some densely packed dork subtext.View entire blog »

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What are the security implications for Google Chrome?

Google has announced the beta test release of its new Web browser, Chrome, and everybody's talking about it. It's time to talk about the implications this new browser may have for Web browsing security.View entire blog »

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Easy parallel columns in Word

Newspaper columns are easy to create in Word. On the other hand, parallel columns are troublesome. Tables are the answer when you need parallel columns. View entire blog »

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Cracking Open the Amazon Kindle

With its paper-like display, wireless capability and thousands of titles from Amazon's catalog behind it, the Kindle may be the first e-book reader to gain broad acceptance. Watch as Bill Detwiler cracks open the Kindle's case and examines the circuitry inside.View entire blog »

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Looking back at the IBM PS/2

If there was ever an Edsel of the PC industry, it was the IBM PS/2 line. Originally designed to destroy the clone business, the PS/2 wound up derailing IBM instead. Here's a look back.View entire blog »

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What to do when a small client wants a full-time employee

Not every small business client's going to be happy with a part-time IT consultant. Some will want a full-time employee and usually that's not going to be in their best interest. Help them make the right decision. View entire blog »

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Business Intelligence: New trend, retreaded buzzword, or oxymoron?

You've heard the buzzwords before: Business Intelligence. Data Mining. Decision Support Systems. What does Business Intelligence really mean and are we finally getting near to delivering to business the information it needs to succeed?View entire blog »

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10 ways to get maximum value from a professional development class

If your company (or you) invests in training aimed at helping you become more capable and well-rounded, it only makes sense to get everything you can out of the class. Calvin Sun offers some practical tips to help maximize the benefits.View entire blog »

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Tech Sanity Checkby Jason Hiner, Editor in Chief
Video: Does Green IT matter for business? You've probably run across "Green IT" at industry trade shows and in the media, but the concept is still pretty vague. This episode of Sanity Savers for IT executives explains what green IT is, why it's important, and how it may affect your organization.Read blog » 12 comments
Tags: Green IT, Video, Jason Hiner
Career Managementby Toni Bowers, Head Blogs Editor
What should I do: Company is merged and employee has to apply for her own job This week's What should I do? entry comes from a TechRepublic member who, due to a merger, is required to interview for her own job. Here's the story.Read blog » 13 comments
Tags: Job, Recruitment & Selection, Professional Development, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Career, Toni Bowers
IT Dojoby Bill Detwiler, Head Technology Editor
Cracking Open the Amazon Kindle With its paper-like display, wireless capability and thousands of titles from Amazon's catalog behind it, the Kindle may be the first e-book reader to gain broad acceptance. Watch as Bill Detwiler cracks open the Kindle's case and examines the circuitry inside.Read blog »
Tags: Amazon.com Inc., Amazon Kindle, Wi-Fi, E-books, Wireless, Semiconductors, Personal Technology, Hardware, Bill Detwiler
Decision Centralby John Sheesley, Section Editor
Business Intelligence: New trend, retreaded buzzword, or oxymoron? You've heard the buzzwords before: Business Intelligence. Data Mining. Decision Support Systems. What does Business Intelligence really mean and are we finally getting near to delivering to business the information it needs to succeed?Read blog » 1 comment
Tags: Data, BI 1.0, BI 2.0, BI 2.0 System, Pricing, Business Intelligence, Tools & Techniques, Databases, Enterprise Software, Marketing
10 ThingsHost: Jody Gilbert, Senior Editor
10 ways to get maximum value from a professional development class If your company (or you) invests in training aimed at helping you become more capable and well-rounded, it only makes sense to get everything you can out of the class. Calvin Sun offers some practical tips to help maximize the benefits.Read blog »
Tags: Professional Development, Class, Training, Management, Training And Certification, Workforce Management, Human Resources, Calvin Sun
IT LeadershipHost: Toni Bowers
Women are getting beaten up. Again. An ominous new trend is appearing with fewer women being employed outside the home and average hourly pay going down. John M McKee discusses why this is going to cause a severe impact on both genders.Read blog » 13 comments
Tags: Women, John M McKee, Gender And Diversity, Human Resources, John McKee
CIO for HireHost: Jay Rollins
Become a valued member of the executive team by aligning core processes One of the best ways to find out if your IT organization is aligned with your company's goals is to understand the core processes of your company. Here's how.Read blog »
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Network AdministratorHost: Michael Kassner
Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) makes your network more reliable David Davis introduces the Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP), which enables you to set up a group of routers as a default gateway router for backup or redundancy purposes.Read blog » 3 comments
Tags: Router, Network, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol, David Davis, Routers & Switches, Network Technology, Networking
Servers and StorageHost: John Sheesley
Options for passing a driver into the Windows Server 2008 install program The Windows Server 2008 installation offers a little flexibility on how drivers are installed. Rick Vanover shows ways to access the mass storage drivers when you need some out-of-the-box thinking.Read blog » 1 comment
Tags: Microsoft Windows Server, Storage, Driver, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Rick Vanover
Virtualization CoachHost: Steven Warren
Hyper-V is now available for download Download Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V today to take advantage of virtualization on the Windows Server 2008 platform.Read blog »
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IT ConsultantHost: Chip Camden
What to do when a small client wants a full-time employee Not every small business client's going to be happy with a part-time IT consultant. Some will want a full-time employee and usually that's not going to be in their best interest. Help them make the right decision.Read blog »
Tags: Information Technology, Client, Small Business, Strategy, Management, Susan Harkins
IT SecurityHost: Chad Perrin
What are the security implications for Google Chrome? Google has announced the beta test release of its new Web browser, Chrome, and everybody's talking about it. It's time to talk about the implications this new browser may have for Web browsing security.Read blog » 6 comments
Tags: Security, Google Inc., Web Browser, Google Chrome, Web Browsers, Internet, Chad Perrin
Linux and Open SourceHost: Jack Wallen
Why did you make the switch to Linux? Do you remember what made you take the first leap into Linux? Take the poll and let us know what nudged (or shoved) you toward your first experience with open source living.Read blog » 18 comments
Tags: Linux, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, UNIX, Open Source, Software, Selena Frye
User SupportHost: Joe Rosberg
Growing dependency on IT With the passing of each year, it seems that companies are becoming more reliant on their Information Technology infrastructure. Consider how far we've come in a relatively short amount of time, and what kind of additional challenges are placed on the people who support IT.Read blog » 17 comments
Tags: Information Technology, Photocopier, Computer, Computer Technology, Copiers, Productivity, Internet, Plotters, Hardware, Peripherals
Microsoft WindowsHost: Mark Kaelin
Auslogics Disk Defrag offers a solid alternative to Vista's Disk Defragmenter Many users were disappointed in Vista's Disk Defragmenter because it no longer featured the colorful UI or reports. Greg Shultz introduces a free tool that offers speedy defragmenting plus a disk map and disk use statistics.Read blog » 14 comments
Tags: Hard Drive, Disk, AusLogics, Microsoft Windows Vista, Defragmenter, Disk Defragmenter, Auslogic, Greg Shultz, Chances
Microsoft OfficeHost: Susan Harkins
Easy parallel columns in Word Newspaper columns are easy to create in Word. On the other hand, parallel columns are troublesome. Tables are the answer when you need parallel columns.Read blog »
Tags: Borders Books & Music, Microsoft Word, Word Processors, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software, Susan Harkins
Programming and DevelopmentHost: Justin James
What do you find most satisfying about programming? Justin James says that what he enjoys most about programming work is overcoming a challenge. Take this quick poll to let us know what you find most satisfying about your work.Read blog » 5 comments
Tags: Reason, Work, Programming, Development Tools, Professional Development, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Career, Justin James
TechRepublic Out LoudHost: Sonja Thompson
Video: TR Out Loud - September 5, 2008 Just when everyone at TechRepublic started to feel safe, Sonja bought a Flip video camera. What exactly does this mean? TR Out Loud on Video (TROLOV) goes mobile! Find out who Sonja corners in the office to talk about the top five discussions of the week.Read blog » 19 comments
Tags: Information Technology, CD-ROM, Video, Microsoft Corp., Corporate Communications, Consumer Electronics, Marketing, Personal Technology, Sonja Thompson
Classics RockHost: John Sheesley
Looking back at the IBM PS/2 If there was ever an Edsel of the PC industry, it was the IBM PS/2 line. Originally designed to destroy the clone business, the PS/2 wound up derailing IBM instead. Here's a look back.Read blog » 5 comments
Tags: PC, Bus, IBM Corp., MicroChannel Architecture, Desktops, Productivity, Hardware, John Sheesley
GeekendHost: Jay Garmon
T-shirt of the week: Electric sheep What is it that androids dream of? This shirt from Diesel Sweeties will help remind you, all whilst stealthily declaring your affinity for science fiction in general, Philip K. Dick specifically, and Blade Runner very obliquely. Now that's some densely packed dork subtext.Read blog »
Tags: Android, Affinity, Blade Servers, Utility Computing, Servers, Hardware, Jay Garmon
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