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Product Spotlight: Roundup of file defragmentation apps
During 2009, TechRepublic reviewed several file defragmentation applications for the Product Spotlight Blog. Compare and pick your favorite. by Mark Kaelin
Tags: Defragmentation, Mark Kaelin
Resolutions report card for one IT consultant
Chip Camden takes an honest look at how well he did or did not meet his 2009 consulting resolutions. His grades range from an A to an F. by Chip Camden
Tags: Resolution, Consulting, Outsourcing, Card, It Operations, Hardware, Networking, Information Technology, Chip Camden, Semiconductors
10 common user questions - and some analogies that help clear things up
Sometimes, the only way to help users grasp a tech concept is to throw them a lifeline to something they already understand. Here are some field-tested analogies from TechRepublic members. by Jaime Henriquez
Tags: Analogy, Jaime Henriquez
Office challenge: How can you select multiple instances of the same type of data in Word?
In this week's challenge, learn an Excel array function for summing the top values in a range and test your skills at Word. by Susan Harkins
Tags: Susan Harkins, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Word Processors, Software, Office Suites, Microsoft Office, Challenge
A short primer on freezing rows and columns in Excel
Excel's Freeze Pane feature is a great way to view data and column and row headers, but did you know you can freeze more than a single row or column? Learn how and more about this feature. by Susan Harkins
Tags: Susan Harkins, Microsoft Excel, Software, Office Suites, Microsoft Office, Column
Video: TR Out Loud - December 25, 2009
In this holiday episode of TROLOV, we've assembled some season's greetings that were sent in by the TR community and some of the best TROLOV bloopers of 2009. Happy holidays! by Sonja Thompson
Tags: Sonja Thompson, Video, Marketing, Corporate Communications
Three affordable telescopes for backyard stargazing
Stargazing is a wonderful way to enrich your geeky fantasies. Nicole Bremer Nash lists three backyard telescopes that have received good reviews. by Nicole Bremer Nash
Tags: Stargazing, Backyard, Nicole Bremer Nash
Windows Server: Best of 2009
Popular Windows Server-related topics on TechRepublic in 2009 include Windows 7, IE8, and Hyper-V R2. Check out the top five Windows Server posts of the year. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Mary Weilage, Servers, Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows Server, Software, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Hardware
Major security myths of 2009
2009 is just like any year in at least one way; too many people buy into too many security myths far too easily. by Chad Perrin
Tags: Security, Chad Perrin
The top 10 TechRepublic tools and gadgets of 2009
We added a lot of great timesavers to the downloads library this year. Check out this list of the most highly rated items. by Jody Gilbert
Tags: Tool, Jody Gilbert, TechRepublic Inc., Productivity, Timesaver
Gift ideas for the geeks and techies on your list
Looking for last-minute gifts for the geeks and techies on your list? This roundup of contributors' and editors' holiday wish lists might provide some inspiration. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Geek, Mary Weilage, List, Techie
The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. by Jody Gilbert
Tags: Jody Gilbert, Software, Office Suites, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Corp.
IT Project Management: Best of 2009
TechRepublic's most popular IT Project Management posts of 2009 feature cynical project management tips, agile approaches, and more. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Mary Weilage, Management, IT Project Management, Project Management, It service Management, It Operations, Strategy, Information Technology, Tools & Techniques
Software downloads: Most popular of 2009
Check out the top 10 software downloads of 2009. Featured topics include registry repair and cleaning, file recovery, and antivirus and antispyware. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Software Download, Mary Weilage, Viruses And Worms, Software, Security
Seven tips for replacing a firewall
Blogger Mark Underwood offers tips for upgrading firewalls, having just dealt with his own upgrade experience. by Mark Underwood
Tags: Mark Underwood, Firewalls, Networking, Security, Network Security
Geekend: Top 10 discussions of 2009
The top 10 Geekend discussions of 2009 cover a range of topics, including classic video games, prophetic science-fiction movies, and the ultimate geek movie. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Mary Weilage, Games, Personal Technology, Marketing, Corporate Communications, Discussion
Google: Being evil
There's a little new tarnish on the Google shine, thanks to CEO Schmidt's comments in a CNBC interview. Chad Perrin outlines his personal Google policy in response. by Chad Perrin
Tags: Google Inc., Chad Perrin
Geekend: Best of 2009
Science-fiction plot devices, Kirk's antiques collection, and the possible ill effects of playing video games are among the most popular Geekend topics of 2009. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Mary Weilage, Science Fiction, Games, Personal Technology, Marketing, Corporate Communications
Rethink Web-site security management: Cybercriminals already have
Web sites are becoming cybercriminals' preferred way to steal sensitive information. It's also their method of choice for installing malware on visitor's computers. Make sure you're ready for them. by Michael Kassner
Tags: Cyberthreats, Security Management, Security, Cybercriminal, Web Site Development, Security Administration, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Michael Kassner, Internet
Servers and Storage: Best of 2009
Windows 7, online backups, and virtualization are among the most popular topics in the Servers and Storage blog in 2009. Check out the top five posts. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Mary Weilage, Server, Operating Systems, Software, Microsoft Windows, Storage, Microsoft Windows 7, Hardware
Just a little Tuesday Fun...
Hopefully most of you can open this, if not I can change the format.Just a little Tuesday break :Dhttp://home.comcast.net/~bskipper/Games/Spam_I_Am.doc-Tammy [_]3Our Webwasher rates it "Private Homepages"I can't open it....it makes people upset when I go "around" the filter...I'll have to wait until I get home. :(only fair dearwhen you were taking...
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Dragging myself into instant messaging.
We've had a internal IM system for about two years, deployed only within the IT department. I've never given it a serious shot, regarding it as little more than a time waster. I've decided to try to ignore this prejudice and give it as unbiased a try as...
Tags: Instant messaging, IM
Missive to Michael
I apologize getting back so late to you, Michael. I've been distracted. Since I did the edit, I got one of those telephone calls in the middle of the night. It was my sister, regarding our mother. She is dying. In another call today, my sister said that her next...
Tags: prayer, condolence, Doc, Santee
Dead at your age
Today is going to be a good day.I get regular email updates from deadatyourage.com. They keep me updated on who I've outlived so far. I can accept that some mae find this morbid, but not me. Anyway, today I found out that I've outlived Lurch. Go me!At...
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Whats the deal with activation?
Why do so many software companies have activation? I hate it. Is there no way around it.jaco@someplaceinsa.comjaco@somewhereinsa.comWell first things firstYou need to edit out your E-Mail address or you will end up being flooded with Spam'\In relation to your question [i]Is there no way around it[/i]The easy answer is Refuse...
Tags: reactivation, Scummy, software, Microsoft Windows XP, piracy, Tools & Techniques
Only my posts stay marked as "read"
Is it just me, or is everyone seeing this same behavior? When I open a post, then next to another one, the title of the original does not turn gray indicating that it's been opened. My own posts, however do go gray.Same here..so tempted....to say that...
Tags: Same Here, Boxie, Tig, PRODUCTIVITY, http://techrepublic.com.com/5208-6230-0.html?forumID=101&threadI, that-I
HST in Canada
Foro those of you who aren't aware, Canada's Liberal party is seekign to impose a Harmonized Sales Tax on ALL goods, of 12%, as opposed to the PST and GST we pay on select goods now. The Liberals (Canada's centre) suggest it will balance itself out as it...
Tags: sales, tax, sales tax, Free trade, Personal finance, HST, Taxes, GST
Home theatre speakers -
Yes, a very odd title for TR and NO I have no vested interest in the company providing this deal but I thought it was worth pointing out to anyone looking to add a surround system to their home theatre. ***this is not SPAM, I'm not selling anything nor benefitting...
Tags: RBH TK, speaker, EMP
Microsoft can't sell word, according to Federal judge
[i]Texas Judge Rules Microsoft Can't Sell Word AnymoreJohn BiggsTechCrunch.comWednesday, August 12, 2009; 5:18 AMGo ahead and clean up the coffee you just spit all over your keyboard. We'll wait. Back? OK. A judge in Texas ruled that Microsoft Word's XML systems violate patents by Toronoto-based i4i Inc. Word uses XML...
Tags: XML, I4i, Microsoft Corp., patent
Here's a kid that's really in trouble when he gets home
6 year old kid accidently takes off in experimental ballon...Betcha he was all smiles when he took off. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/33330516/ns/us_news-crime_and_courts?GT1=43001Latest...It landed in a field. No one on board.I just hopethe kid is not hurt.Whoa! no one on board? geez they know where the kid is?man, hope the...
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FNM - Women in Rock and Roll
Sorry 'bout the no-notice.I'll post one, two, or a few and see where it goes.Dreamboat Anniehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQDJ45qJHBQ&feature=relatedGrace Slick - Across the Boardhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1n7o4Wy4g0Rapture Blondiehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWRL9NLQqP8Spoke a little too soon there...doncha think? :DAlicia Keys - Fallin'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehu2mlijZdo&feature=relatedDebbie Deborah Harry - The Tide is High.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0skjm-uJSsHeart of Glass.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CmhqoB1lNESunday Girl.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obwanhb6kwwChrissie Hynde The Pretenders My City Was...
Tags: Tina Turner, Ella, women
Pure rubbish..for those that need a laugh
Found a funny site..not the best navigation..but if ya find the links to the older stuff..especially the cars.. there are some hilarious pics!!http://thereifixedit.com/page/2/ABSOLUTELY ROTFLMAO !!!!!! ....Spot the bloke painting the ceiling wearing [b]Door-Shaped SANDALS !![/b][i]I've just had difficulty typing this - the tears are blinding me and I'm laughing hysterically...
Tags: ROTFLMAO
Adding a DSL route to a Cisco 2611 router
Hi, all! I'm having an issue getting a Cisco 2611 router to use a DSL router as a gateway and am not skilled enough in Cisco to determine the problem.I've got the DSL router connected via ethernet to the Ethernet0/1 port on the Cisco and have the following configuration...
Tags: Ethernet0/1, NETWORKING, router, cdp, DSL, IP address, IP, router configuration, Cisco Systems Inc., Network technology
Router IP Address
I reset my router to the factory settings, now dhcp is off I can't access my router's configuration page again. How can I know which Ip address my router is using now? Is there any at all, becouse when I plug my cable I get ip address from apipa, not...
Tags: NETWORKING, router, Routers & switches, IP address, IP, Network technology
Job Title in IT
Hi,My job title is Helpdesk Support but my responsibilities has been more than that, could you please advise me what should be an appropriate title for the responsibilities I have listed below:1. Administer network accounts2. Troubleshoot client workstations and work on telephone calls to assist in the troubleshooting for the...
Tags: job, job title, Recruitment & Selection, information technology, Printers
(an early) Happy Birthday MichaelJay !!!!!!!!!
Its MJ's Birthday on Sunday guys, but I thought I'd post it early so all you "weekday only" peeps can catch it!!!Happy Birthday Michael!!!I hope its a good one :D:x((((((Birthday Hugs)))))))Happy Birthday!Michael Jay. I hope you have a good one!HAPPEEEEE BURFFDEEEE TO YOOOOOO! Happy Birthday Mike!Hope you have a...
Tags: Food & Beverage, Happy Birthday Michael
feeling lost
Is it okay to feel lost in a new role? I started at a small company and I only got 5 days training to be desktop tech, network tech, server tech, everything and and i feel sick everyday I go home. I have no support...what to do?Step 1...Breathe....
Tags: job, Recruitment & Selection
cat5 ethernet cable and rj45 connector
HiI have a solid copper core outdoor shielded cat5 ethernet cable that I need to fit with rj45 connector so that I can plug a pc in the next building to my router. I was going to use the normal rj45 connectors (http://www.cablek.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=168) but then I thought that maybe I...
Tags: Ethernet, ethernet cable, Cat-5, cable, Network technology
Friday YUK
Best bumper sticker"Don't Steal, Our Government hates Competition" The Halloween PartyThe Mrs., feeling too tired, told her husband to go alone. Being a devoted husband he protested, but she said she needed some sleep and there was no need for him to miss out.So he took his costume, and away...
Tags: memory loss, short-term memory loss, beep, costume
Whats your Favorite Movie
My fav has to be The Boondock Saints another one is Blow That's a hard questionI'll go for Reservoir Dogs thoughOthe contenders would beThe GodfatherAlienCasualties Of WarOnce Were WarriorsState of GraceLeonRoninTaxi DriverApocolypse NowFull Metal JacketSchindler's ListStrange DaysThe King of New YorkYou Sexy BeastKilling ZoeFalling DownCarlito's WayScarfaceTrue Romanceand recently Defiance...Like I...
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