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Poll: How exposed would you leave your data?
The new .NET Data Services system allows you to expose your database via a REST service. Justin James says that putting raw data out there for a client to consume online goes against what he's learned. What are your thoughts on this topic? by Justin James
Tags: Software, Software Development, Justin James, .NET Data Services System, .Net, Enterprise Software, Software/Web Development, Middleware, Application Servers
How to navigate Microsoft-imposed VDI licensing pitfalls
VDI can safe big dollars! Or can it? Scott Lowe discussed one often overlooked nasty aspect of VDI - the Microsoft-imposed VECD license that can ruin any chance of ROI and strangles the mobility-enhancing beauty of VDI. by Scott Lowe
Tags: Wireless And Mobility, Roi/Tco, Managerial Accounting, Scott Lowe, Finance
TR Dojo Challenge: How can you use any Web site's search feature directly from the Firefox address bar?
Firefox let's you quickly access any Web site's search directly from the address bar. If you know how, you could earn a TechRepublic coffee mug. by Bill Detwiler
Tags: Channel Management, Mozilla Firefox, Web Site, Web Technology, Web, Bill Detwiler, Web Site Development, Search Technology, Address Bar, Marketing
Interview questions: Google style
Interview questions used by Google are a little odd. But are the questions odd for a good reason? by Toni Bowers
Tags: Google Inc., Toni Bowers
Video: TR Out Loud - November 20, 2009
Even though Sonja Thompson was out sick this week, Tammy Cavadas -- TR's Moderator -- still came through with her weekly Spam Buster report. Be sure to check the blog notes for the top discussions and most active members on the boards. by Sonja Thompson
Tags: Corporate Governance, Sonja Thompson, Video, Blogging, Marketing, Corporate Law, Business Operations, Corporate Communications, Internet
Force Internet Explorer to open a new browser window from an Office link
If you want Internet Explorer to open a new window when you click an Office link, this IE tweak will do the trick. by Susan Harkins
Tags: Susan Harkins, Web Browser, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Office, Web Browsers, Internet
LCROSS finds water on the moon
NASA announced the Lunar CRater Observation and Sensing Satellite LCROSS found water in its October 9th impacts. by Wally Bahny
Tags: Moon, NASA, Wally Bahny
Tap early morning meetings to grow your IT consulting business
After six months of routinely scheduling early morning meetings, Erik Eckel says his IT consultancy is benefitting in numerous ways, including closing on a $25K deal. by Erik Eckel
Tags: Management, Outsourcing, Consulting, Erik Eckel, It Operations, Strategy, Information Technology, Outsourcing & Subcontracting, Business Operations
Product Spotlight: MyDefrag 4.2.6
MyDefrag is ideal if you are looking for a defragmenter that is thorough, highly customizable and free. by Alan Norton
Tags: Defragmenter, MyDefrag, Alan Norton
Video: Alone in the World syndrome
Have you ever worked with that person who thought nothing whatsoever about missing a deadline by a day or two? Toni Bowers calls this the "Alone in the World" syndrome. by Toni Bowers
Tags: Video, Syndrome, Marketing, Corporate Communications, Toni Bowers
Project Management: Escaping the vortex
Have you been on a project where everywhere you look a process or procedure or design is broken? Here's how to deal. by Erica Henson
Tags: Management, Project Management, Procedure, It service Management, It Operations, Erica Henson, Strategy, Tools & Techniques
Three reasons to have a post implementation project
Jay Rollins reminds PMs not to forget about the post-project project. Here are three considerations for following up after the implementation of a software project. by Jay Rollins
Tags: Implementation, Jay Rollins
10 questions on practical transformation: An interview with Cook County's CIO
As CIO of the second-largest county in the United States, Antonio Hylton is pursuing some major transformational goals. Find out about his job, his plan, and his vision of the future. by Jeff Cerny
Tags: Management, Workforce Management, Human Resources, Recruitment & Selection, Strategy, CIO, Jeff Cerny, County
Time to change jobs? Check this 2009 pay study
Thinking about switching jobs? Here are some recent statistics to consider the pro's and con's of changing jobs today. by John McKee
Tags: Workforce Management, Human Resources, Recruitment & Selection, Job, John McKee
Managing default Unix file permissions with adduser and umask
Chad Perrin follow up his post on configuring Unix file permissions with instructions for automating permissions defaults for new files. by Chad Perrin
Tags: Operating Systems, Permission, Software, Marketing, Advertising & Promotion, Chad Perrin, Unix
Explore the Windows 7 Application Compatibility List for IT Professionals
Greg Shultz examines the Windows 7 Application Compatibility List for IT Professionals spreadsheet and provides you with an overview. by Greg Shultz
Tags: Operating Systems, Greg Shultz, IT Professional, Software, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 7, Application Compatibility
Time to compile the naughty list: Who isn't playing nice with Linux?
TechRepublic readers are taking organizations to task for not providing good accessibility and service to users of Linux and open-source browsers. Help us put together a complete "naughty list" for Santa. by Selena Frye
Tags: Operating Systems, Software, Linux, Open Source, Selena Frye, UNIX
Going green with IT in a legislative environment
Governments, manufacturers, and society will have to think green in ways that previous generations have not had to thinkâ?"to sustain its renewable resources through managed processes that will allow these resources to recycle through to future generations. by Stewart J. Miller
Tags: Manufacturing, Government, Management, Environment, Vertical Industries, Strategy, Resource, Information Technology, Stewart J. Miller
TechRepublic's Geek Gift Guide 2009
TechRepublic's Geek Gift Guide 2009 reveals some of the most geek-ready gadgets around. Which one does the geek in your life want? by Mark Kaelin
Tags: Geek, TechRepublic Inc., Mark Kaelin
Geek Gifts 2009: Sony PRS-600 Reader Touch Edition
Sony is trying to make a dent in the ever-expanding e-reader market, which is currently dominated by the Kindle. Learn whether Senior Editor Mary Weilage thinks the Sony PRS-600 Reader is worth the $300 pricetag. by Mary Weilage
Tags: Mary Weilage, Sony Corp.
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...
Tags: Tammy
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...
Tags: that-I HAVE
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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