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10+ mistakes Linux newbies make

You can make things a lot less frustrating for your new Linux users by helping them avoid these typical rookie mistakes.

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10 reasons to stay in IT

Thinking about quitting IT? Alan Norton did -- more than once. See why he says there are 10 good reasons to hang in there.

Posted by Alan Norton | July 1, 2011, 1:27 PM PDT | Latest comment by cybershooters
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10 steps to a PowerPoint countdown

Here's a cool attention-grabber: a countdown to kick off your presentation or lead into a big announcement. Follow these easy steps or download our ready-to-use slides.

Posted by Susan Harkins | June 30, 2011, 3:24 PM PDT | Latest comment by ssharkins@...
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10 reasons why Microsoft Mango may be a game changer

The Mango update to the Windows Phone 7 platform -- which is expected to be out this fall -- promises a number of improvements. A big number, in fact: 500+.

Posted by Brien Posey | June 28, 2011, 10:34 AM PDT | Latest comment by murali.nambiar@...
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10 things you can do to keep your clients from ditching you

If your client base starts to drop off, your business could be in big trouble. Here are some tactics that will help you build -- and keep -- a loyal clientele.

Posted by Jack Wallen | June 24, 2011, 11:53 AM PDT | Latest comment by santeewelding

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Take a Free "QuestDrive," No Install Required

Take Quest Authentication Services for a free "QuestDrive." Check out this web-based virtual environment that lets you test Quest solutions without loading software in your production environment.

From: Quest Software
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The State of Data Security

You protect your data for the same reason a knight wears armor, just in case. But is your protection slowing you down? Learn more about the new forms of data security in this webcast.

From: Sophos
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10 ways to screw up your spreadsheet design

How you set up a spreadsheet determines its efficiency, usability, and reliability. Avoiding these pitfalls during the design phase will save you a million headaches.

Posted by Susan Harkins | June 23, 2011, 8:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by blarman
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10 ways to keep PCs cool this summer

Guard against hardware failure by following a few easy tips that will help your PC beat the heat.

Posted by Brien Posey | June 22, 2011, 6:36 AM PDT | Latest comment by colonel.jack.o.neill@...
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10 ways the Linux community can fix the mess on the desktop

The Linux desktop has become somewhat chaotic, thanks in part to Ubuntu Unity. Jack Wallen offers a list of suggestions he says will put the desktop back on track.

Posted by Jack Wallen | June 21, 2011, 1:36 PM PDT | Latest comment by pgit
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10 essential tools and services for work-at-home IT pros

You can't work out of your home effectively without the right setup. Justin James shares what he's discovered about equipping the IT home office.

Posted by Justin James | June 19, 2011, 7:41 AM PDT | Latest comment by uswah123
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10 outdated technologies our dads refuse to give up

Some dads can't wait to try the latest hi-tech gadgets. Then there are the other dads. The ones who say, 'I see no reason to part with my rotary phone. It does everything I need it to.'

Posted by Jody Gilbert | June 17, 2011, 4:39 PM PDT | Latest comment by wendygoerl@...
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10 tenets that will help remote support techs succeed (and stay sane)

Working through customer problems takes a certain kind of perspective and some specialized people skills. Jack Wallen outlines several key principles that will help you survive -- and excel.

Posted by Jack Wallen | June 16, 2011, 1:51 PM PDT | Latest comment by sbrickner59
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10 management myths that should be debunked

A lot of common ideas about management are foolish, misguided, and just plain wrong. Steve Tobak examines some misconceptions that could be holding you back.

Posted by Steve Tobak | June 16, 2011, 8:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by Gabby22
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10 things software vendors should consider when going SaaS

Choosing the best cloud platform for your application requires you to evaluate a long list of provider capabilities. Here's what to look for -- including uptime, security, performance,...

Posted by Jared Wray | June 13, 2011, 1:23 PM PDT
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10 principles the Linux community should revisit

The Linux community has traditionally held certain beliefs, such as opposition to DRM and an insistence on free software. Jack Wallen suggests the time has come to reevaluate and possibly...

Posted by Jack Wallen | June 9, 2011, 2:16 PM PDT | Latest comment by SinisterSlay
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10 CSS resources that will sharpen your Web design skills

You can get all sorts of cutting-edge ideas on how to put CSS to work with the help of the online resources listed here.

Posted by Ryan Boudreaux | June 8, 2011, 12:38 PM PDT | Latest comment by ojemuyiwa@...
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10 'What were they thinking?' managerial moments

Even the best managers sometimes have a bad day -- or a bad moment. Alan Norton shares some of the confounding, over-the-top managerial behavior he's seen through the years.

Posted by Alan Norton | June 2, 2011, 1:18 PM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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10 things that will annoy the hell out of your Web site visitors

It's easy to get caught up in the implementation details of a Web site design project and lose sight of the hands-on user perspective. Calvin Sun airs a few user experience grievances that can...

Posted by Calvin Sun | June 2, 2011, 8:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by mattohare@...
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10 mistakes to avoid when designing Access objects

There are lots of false assumptions floating around the world of Access development. Susan Harkins has rounded up some of the worst object design mistakes that developers make -- and offers a best...

Posted by Susan Harkins | June 1, 2011, 6:28 AM PDT
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10 traits to look for when hiring a field engineer

Field techs encounter a wide array of challenges, making it tricky to determine who will be a good fit for the job. But if you can find candidates who exhibit the qualities listed here, you'll be...

Posted by Jack Wallen | May 26, 2011, 2:36 PM PDT | Latest comment by Lazarus439
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10 add-ins that make Outlook easier to use

If you can't do something in Outlook, chances are there's an add-in that can. Susan Harkins lists some handy add-ins that close a few feature gaps.

Posted by Susan Harkins | May 26, 2011, 8:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by oscil8wildly@...
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10 tips for deploying new wireless access points

When you set up a wireless access point, certain basic practices can help you avoid problems. Brien Posey offers his advice for a successful deployment.

Posted by Brien Posey | May 24, 2011, 7:23 AM PDT | Latest comment by info@...

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10 essential tools and services for work-at-home IT pros

You can't work out of your home effectively without the right setup. Justin James shares what he's discovered about equipping the IT home office.

Posted by Justin James | June 19, 2011, 7:41 AM PDT | Latest comment by uswah123
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Top 10 Windows 7 desktop gadgets

Windows 7 gadgets offer added functionality and convenience in a variety of ways. Here are a few you may want to add to your desktop.

Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | June 1, 2010, 9:12 AM PDT | Latest comment by raviputcha
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10 things that will annoy the hell out of your Web site visitors

It's easy to get caught up in the implementation details of a Web site design project and lose sight of the hands-on user perspective. Calvin Sun airs a few user experience grievances that can...

Posted by Calvin Sun | June 2, 2011, 8:05 AM PDT | Latest comment by mattohare@...
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10 IT positions ranked by prestige

People often judge you by your job title -- as unfair as that may be. Alan Norton ranks 10 IT job roles based on the degree of respect they command.

Posted by Alan Norton | March 14, 2011, 2:40 PM PDT | Latest comment by cricket4b

Downloads

Take a Free "QuestDrive," No Install Required

Take Quest Authentication Services for a free "QuestDrive." Check out this web-based virtual environment that lets you test Quest solutions without loading software in your production environment.

From: Quest Software
Download Now
Webcasts

The State of Data Security

You protect your data for the same reason a knight wears armor, just in case. But is your protection slowing you down? Learn more about the new forms of data security in this webcast.

From: Sophos
Watch Now

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10 must-have Android apps

The Android Market is teeming with apps that can make your life easier in countless ways. These 10 are among the best.

Posted by Jack Wallen | January 21, 2010, 11:07 AM PST | Latest comment by shan33
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10 ways to screw up your spreadsheet design

How you set up a spreadsheet determines its efficiency, usability, and reliability. Avoiding these pitfalls during the design phase will save you a million headaches.

Posted by Susan Harkins | June 23, 2011, 8:25 AM PDT | Latest comment by blarman
144

10 things Android phones do better than the iPhone

Jack Wallen has jumped on the Android bandwagon in a big way. Find out which features won him over.

Posted by Jack Wallen | November 3, 2009, 12:05 PM PST | Latest comment by Hexadec
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10 things you should know about USB 2.0 and 3.0

USB 3.0 has been highly anticipated -- and now, it's finally here. Sort of. Find out about its availability, specifications, benefits, and limitations.

Posted by Alan Norton | December 28, 2009, 8:34 AM PST | Latest comment by JerryDT
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10 tweaks to make Windows 7 even better

Windows 7 appears to be a crowd pleaser among the IT pros who have been kicking its beta tires -- including Deb Shinder. But even though she's very impressed with the new OS, she's already...

Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | April 9, 2009, 9:53 AM PDT | Latest comment by locodice
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10 outdated technologies our dads refuse to give up

Some dads can't wait to try the latest hi-tech gadgets. Then there are the other dads. The ones who say, 'I see no reason to part with my rotary phone. It does everything I need it to.'

Posted by Jody Gilbert | June 17, 2011, 4:39 PM PDT | Latest comment by wendygoerl@...
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10 ways to keep PCs cool this summer

Guard against hardware failure by following a few easy tips that will help your PC beat the heat.

Posted by Brien Posey | June 22, 2011, 6:36 AM PDT | Latest comment by colonel.jack.o.neill@...
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10 iPad business apps worth loading

How business-friendly is the iPad? Pretty darn friendly, says one IT consultant -- as long as you load the right apps.

Posted by Erik Eckel | April 8, 2010, 8:44 AM PDT | Latest comment by Reptevye
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10 cool things you can do with a USB flash drive

Your USB flash drive can do a whole lot more than just move data around. Greg Shultz introduces a variety of creative ways to put that drive to good use.

Posted by Greg Shultz | August 5, 2009, 10:40 AM PDT | Latest comment by tech9guru
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10 'What were they thinking?' managerial moments

Even the best managers sometimes have a bad day -- or a bad moment. Alan Norton shares some of the confounding, over-the-top managerial behavior he's seen through the years.

Posted by Alan Norton | June 2, 2011, 1:18 PM PDT | Latest comment by NickNielsen
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10 ways to tweak Windows 7 using the Local Group Policy Editor

You can customize Windows 7 by setting local group policies to control the way the OS looks and acts. Paul McFedries offers 10 handy tweaks.

Posted by Paul McFedries | September 10, 2009, 11:30 AM PDT | Latest comment by dkerr@...
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10 CSS resources that will sharpen your Web design skills

You can get all sorts of cutting-edge ideas on how to put CSS to work with the help of the online resources listed here.

Posted by Ryan Boudreaux | June 8, 2011, 12:38 PM PDT | Latest comment by ojemuyiwa@...
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10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA

Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.

Posted by Susan Harkins | August 25, 2009, 9:08 AM PDT | Latest comment by johnywhy@...
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10 cool tools in Windows 7

The changes to the Windows 7 interface have gotten a lot of play, but some of the new built-in tools are just as compelling. Deb Shinder runs through some of the most impressive enhancements, from...

Posted by Debra Littlejohn Shinder | May 21, 2009, 1:28 PM PDT | Latest comment by saurabh80
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10 management myths that should be debunked

A lot of common ideas about management are foolish, misguided, and just plain wrong. Steve Tobak examines some misconceptions that could be holding you back.

Posted by Steve Tobak | June 16, 2011, 8:02 AM PDT | Latest comment by Gabby22
58

10 add-ins that make Outlook easier to use

If you can't do something in Outlook, chances are there's an add-in that can. Susan Harkins lists some handy add-ins that close a few feature gaps.

Posted by Susan Harkins | May 26, 2011, 8:00 AM PDT | Latest comment by oscil8wildly@...

Downloads

Take a Free "QuestDrive," No Install Required

Take Quest Authentication Services for a free "QuestDrive." Check out this web-based virtual environment that lets you test Quest solutions without loading software in your production environment.

From: Quest Software
Download Now
Webcasts

The State of Data Security

You protect your data for the same reason a knight wears armor, just in case. But is your protection slowing you down? Learn more about the new forms of data security in this webcast.

From: Sophos
Watch Now