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App Builder
Mobile developer tips on location requests and Android Proximity Alerts
Kyle Miller provides sample code for fetching location on mobile web, and highlights potential issues you might face when setting up Proximity Alerts in Android.
Posted by Kyle Miller | July 8, 2011 11:26pm
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IT Security
Cryptographer and computer scientist Robert Morris dies at 78
One of the men instrumental in early work on Unix, and the retired chief scientist of the NSA's National Computer Security Center, passed away this summer.
Posted by Chad Perrin | July 8, 2011 1:15pm | Latest comment by seanferd
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10 Things
10 surefire ways to alienate your clients
An angry client is likely to become an ex-client. See how avoiding the missteps on this list can help you prevent client meltdowns.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 8, 2011 12:28pm
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DIY IT Guy
DIY: A PostgreSQL database server setup anyone can handle
If want to use PostgreSQL but you're unsure where to begin in terms of installation, setup, and management, this primer by Jack Wallen guides you through the necessary steps.
Posted by Jack Wallen | July 8, 2011 12:10pm | Latest comment by Alpha_Dog
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Microsoft Windows
Follow up: Format Windows system information imported into Excel
Following up a tip published just days before, Mike Radmore offers some example VBA code that will format system information imported into Excel into a more readable form.
Posted by Mark Kaelin | July 8, 2011 11:50am | Latest comment by Juergen Hartl
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The Enterprise Cloud
Tips on copying and backing up Group Policy Objects
Group Policy configuration is one of the most powerful aspects of Windows. Read several tips on copying and backing up Group Policy Objects, which can save admins a lot of time.
Posted by Rick Vanover | July 8, 2011 11:11am
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Microsoft Office
Increase your communication efficiency using a draft message as a template
With some careful use of draft features found in Outlook, you can increase your efficiency when it comes to sending repeat emails.
Posted by Susan Harkins | July 8, 2011 11:02am
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IT Consultant
What to do when it's one of those days
If nothing seems to be going right, read Chip Camden's words of wisdom for dealing with these stressful situations. He also lists three reasons why people may experience streaks of bad luck.
Posted by Chip Camden | July 8, 2011 10:44am | Latest comment by Charles Bundy
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App Builder
Windows Phone 7 developer tips about OData, IronRuby, and MVVM
Justin James provides WP7 development tricks and details on submitting apps to App Hub, customizing keyboard layouts with InputScope, and using tombstoning.
Posted by Mary Weilage | July 8, 2011 10:30am
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Apple in the Enterprise
Geek toolbelt: App monitors vulnerabilities on iOS
Derek Schauland reviews an app that helps you monitor iOS vulnerabilities from your iPhone or other iOS device.
Posted by Derek Schauland | July 8, 2011 9:51am
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Geekend
The humorous side of IT
Some geek humor is only appreciated by IT pros. Alan Norton discusses clueless user stories, silly names, and more, as well as when humor and IT don't mix.
Posted by Alan Norton | July 8, 2011 6:08am | Latest comment by aspir8or
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Geekend
Geek Trivia: Why does the last space shuttle mission have the smallest flight crew in 28 years?
Not since the maiden flight of Challenger in 1983 has a space shuttle operated with just a four-man crew complement -- but that's exactly how many astronauts will be aboard the final space shuttle...
Posted by Jay Garmon | July 8, 2011 5:30am | Latest comment by DHOLYER@...
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10 Things
10 things I don't miss about Big Iron
Strolling down Memory Lane, you may hit the occasional pothole. Jaime Henriquez returns to his reflections on the age of Big Iron with a look at some things he's glad he left behind.
Posted by Jaime Henriquez | July 7, 2011 12:45pm | Latest comment by shuffle3@...
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Microsoft Office
Office challenge: Where's the message interval setting in Outlook 2010?
As stragglers continue to upgrade to 2010, you're bound to see a few oddball problems occasionally. Here's one that's easy to solve, if you know where to look!
Posted by Susan Harkins | July 7, 2011 11:59am
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Google in the Enterprise
Your chance to vent: Is Google's new look more modern or just annoying?
Do you like Google's new cleaner, more modern look or do you think Google has lost its mind by forcing yet another interface change on us?
Posted by Mark Kaelin | July 7, 2011 11:28am | Latest comment by Palmetto
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Geekend
NASA's last Shuttle mission: What does this mean for the future of manned flight?
As NASA preps for its final Space Shuttle mission, people are wondering whether the Atlantis lift-off is a time to celebrate or mourn. Read what NASA's Charles Bolden says about outsourcing...
Posted by Larry Dignan | July 7, 2011 11:12am | Latest comment by cplusplusguy
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Microsoft Windows
Use Windows Memory Diagnostic to investigate RAM problems in Windows 7
In this edition of the Windows Desktop Report, Greg Shultz shows you how to launch and use the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool to test for defective RAM.
Posted by Greg Shultz | July 7, 2011 10:44am | Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Five Tips
Five tips for managing pain at work
It's not something people really talk about, but a lot of your co-workers are toughing out some serious pain -- and maybe you are, too.
Posted by Steve Tobak | July 7, 2011 9:22am | Latest comment by mpukey
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Network Administrator
Save big bucks without risk: Get the most from Windows Server 2008 Backup Utility
John Joyner demonstrates how the built-in backup utility in Windows Server 2008 can be used for multiple scheduled daily backups and for off-site archiving in case of disaster.
Posted by John Joyner | July 7, 2011 9:00am
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TR Dojo
Find unused computer accounts in Active Directory with dsquery
Bill Detwiler shows you how to find stale AD computer accounts using dsquery and suggest ways to handle the ones you uncover.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | July 7, 2011 8:47am | Latest comment by albayaaabc@...
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Tech Sanity Check
Apple cloud vs. Google cloud: The philosophical differences
Google and Apple are taking fundamentally different approaches to cloud computing. It's important to understand the differences. Here's a quick summary.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 8, 2011 6:00am | Latest comment by pranaytechrepub
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Tech Sanity Check
Why Google Plus is about to change the Web as we know it
After a series of failed attempts at social networking, Google may have nailed it with Google+. See why and how it could have a major impact on the future of the Web.
Posted by Jason Hiner | July 5, 2011 3:32pm | Latest comment by devmonkey@...
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10 Things
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 7:41am | Latest comment by uswah123
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10 Things
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 1:27pm | Latest comment by MeijerTSR
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Tech Sanity Check
15 Android widgets that will make iPhone users jealous
One of the biggest advantages of Android over iPhone is widgets. Android has them, iPhone does not. Here are 15 of the best widgets available for Android.
Posted by Jason Hiner | August 2, 2010 3:59pm | Latest comment by vw-golf
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Tech Sanity Check
White iPhone debacle shows why Apple is winning
Apple's long-delayed release of the iPhone 4 in white has drawn a lot of snickers and giggles. But, it's actually evidence of why Apple is winning right now. There's also another company that gets it.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 21, 2011 7:36am | Latest comment by MacNewton
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10 Things
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 9:12am | Latest comment by raviputcha
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Tech Sanity Check
Six things geek dads REALLY want for Father's Day
Don't waste your money on cheap little gizmos on Father's Day. Here are six intangibles that you can do for the geek dad that will be worth a lot more.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 9, 2011 3:00am | Latest comment by auogoke@...
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10 Things
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 2:40pm | Latest comment by alexisgarcia72@...
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10 Things
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 11:07am | Latest comment by shan33
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Career Management
Four time-wasters you don't even know you're doing
I would venture to say that most people who waste time at work don't even realize they're doing it. Here are four things that can greatly contribute to time wasting.
Posted by Toni Bowers | June 20, 2011 8:37am | Latest comment by Palmetto
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10 Things
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 8:25am | Latest comment by blarman
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Tech Sanity Check
How to hack the $250 Nook Color into a full Android tablet
The Nook Color is a $250 e-reader powered by Android. Learn how to hack it into a powerful and fully functional Android tablet.
Posted by Jason Hiner | February 3, 2011 7:30pm | Latest comment by shegamer78
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Tech Sanity Check
HP TouchPad leapfrogs rivals in productivity
Hewlett-Packard has finally delivered its webOS tablet, the TouchPad. While it may not be an entertainment powerhouse like the iPad, there's a lot to like for business professionals.
Posted by Jason Hiner | June 29, 2011 6:00pm | Latest comment by DHOLYER@...
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Microsoft Windows
It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: June 2011
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's June 2011 patches in your organization.
Posted by Justin James | June 14, 2011 2:28pm | Latest comment by Ntoure
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10 Things
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 12:05pm | Latest comment by Hexadec
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Microsoft Office
How to find duplicates in Excel
You'll need more than one trick up your sleeve to find duplicates in Excel.
Posted by Susan Harkins | January 12, 2009 12:00am | Latest comment by bestbizbroker
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Software Engineer
Form a learning plan for an HTML5 future
Justin James lists core technologies developers should learn in order to keep up with the game changing HTML5.
Posted by Justin James | June 27, 2011 3:09pm | Latest comment by YetAnotherBob
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Google in the Enterprise
Your questions answered: What Chromebooks can and can't do
Chromebooks start shipping on June 15, 2011, but can you actually productively work on one? Kevin Purdy answers the questions everyone is asking.
Posted by Kevin Purdy | June 14, 2011 11:10am | Latest comment by fortheloveoffiona
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TR Dojo
Supercomputer with 68,000+ CPUs is world's fastest
The Fujitsu "K computer" has 672 racks, 68,544 CPUs, and leads TOP500.Org's 37th list of world's fastest supercomputers.
Posted by Bill Detwiler | June 20, 2011 7:54am | Latest comment by pgit