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OASIS CAMP spec simplifies deploying SaaS apps across multiple platforms
Vendor lock-in and incompatible tools are the two main problems you'll encounter when deploying SaaS apps across multiple platforms. Learn how the OASIS CAMP spec solves these issues.
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Pro tip: Project your Chromebook screen
Andy Wolber highlights three ways that you can share a Chromebook screen to a projector.
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Remember FLURPS to design better big data analytic solutions
FLURPS is an acronym for six components of well-rounded big data designs: Functionality, Localizability, Usability, Reliability, Performance, Supportability. Here's the case for using this template.
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Think like a product manager to deliver successful IT projects
While IT projects and business-led product rollouts may seem to have a lot in common, there's a different mindset with product management that's worth IT leaders observing and co-opting.
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10 ways to forge strong end-user relationships
Building rapport between tech staff and end users can go a long way toward smoother IT operations.
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The Internet of Things threatens to unleash security, privacy, and legal nightmares
The Internet of Things will complicate security, redefine privacy, and require new laws. Both business and government must rise to the challenge -- and they need to get started right now.
from Tech Pro Research
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Chrome add-on Postman streamlines testing APIs
Postman is a Web REST client that allows you to enter and monitor HTTP requests and responses. See why Tony Patton recommends taking this Chrome add-on for a test drive.
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The science behind the ebb and flow of Ubuntu Unity's popularity
Jack Wallen addresses the current state of popularity of the Unity desktop and what might befall the default Ubuntu desktop when Unity 8 arrives.
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Revealing Apple's top 10 market risks
In its annual financial report, Apple lists all the potential threats to its future success. Jordan takes a close look at the top 10.
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How Google and Mozilla are aiming to make web apps shine offline
A look at how building offline functionality into web apps could soon become a lot easier using Service Workers.
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5 data center startups to watch
For many companies, the data center is the technical heart of their operations. Here are five startups that are disrupting the data center.
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Pro tip: How to unroot your Android device so you can update
If you're wanting to upgrade the firmware on your rooted device, you might have to jump through a couple of hoops first. Jack Wallen explains.
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Photos: A weekend at WVU's Hack the Gender Gap Women's Hackathon on Wearables
West Virginia University's hackathon brought together young women from around the country to learn about women in tech and the role they can play in wearable development.
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BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Policy
Our BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Policy describes the steps your employees must take when connecting personal devices to the organization's systems and networks. The purpose of the BYOD Policy is f...
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HP's 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
HP announced this week it will release its 3D printer in late 2016, but an innovative new PC and 3D scanner next month. Here are 7 things to know about its strategy.
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Smart Cleaning: Welcome to the built-in cleaning service on the LG G3
The LG G3 takes the definition of a smartphone one step further by providing its own cleaning service called Smart Cleaning. Jack Wallen offers a quick look at this handy feature.
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In Brazil, an increasingly networked society enables new mechanisms of accountability
Digital media's role in Brazil is being embraced and questioned, reports Alex Howard. Learn how human rights, the right to record, and Brazil's Bill of Internet Rights factor into this discussion.
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HP's 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
HP announced this week it will release its 3D printer in late 2016, but an innovative new PC and 3D scanner next month. Here are 7 things to know about its strategy.
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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.
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13 things to 3D print for Halloween
Still need Halloween decorations or costume accessories? Fear not -- you can 3D print them. Here are 13 spooky things you can order or 3D print at home.
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How to prevent Samsung's Find My Mobile zero-day exploit
The Samsung line of smartphones has been hit with a vulnerability that should have you shutting off the Find My Mobile service. Jack Wallen explains.
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The sky is now the limit for Office 365 OneDrive cloud storage
Only four months after bumping OneDrive capacity for Office 365 customers to 1 TB, Microsoft announced that it's removing the cap entirely and making OneDrive unlimited.
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The Internet of Things threatens to unleash security, privacy, and legal nightmares
The Internet of Things will complicate security, redefine privacy, and require new laws. Both business and government must rise to the challenge -- and they need to get started right now.
from Tech Pro Research
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Five page layout tools that won't break your budget
A solid page layout app can help you produce polished marketing materials, in-house publications, and compelling correspondence -- and you don't have to spend a fortune to do it.
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Microsoft's Android moment has arrived
Despite years trying to make Windows work, Microsoft needs to call it quits and embrace Android's momentum.
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Two ways to add checkbox controls to a Word document
Use a customized bulleted list or a content control to insert checkboxes into a Word document, depending on how you are going to use it.
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Five affordable page layout tools
If your company is looking for a page layout app that won't break the bank, check out these five low-cost tools.
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The 10 most dangerous species of IT manager
Having braved the tech wilderness for many years, Jeff Dray has been able to document the 10 most insidious types of IT managers. Find out if you or your manager fits into one of the species he descri...
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List open ports and listening services
You should turn off any services you don't actually need so that they will not become avenues of attack for security threats. Different systems will have different services running by default, even b...
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10 requirements of the perfect manager
If you could hire your next boss, what selection criteria would you use? Alan Norton shares a make-believe want ad aimed at finding the ideal manager.
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BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Policy
Our BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Policy describes the steps your employees must take when connecting personal devices to the organization's systems and networks. The purpose of the BYOD Policy is f...
from Tech Pro Research
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Add horizontal lines to a Word document
Susan Harkins shows you two easy ways to insert a horizontal line into a Word document.
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10 things that good bosses do
Eliminating bad behaviors from your management repertoire is a step in the right direction. But to truly excel as a boss, you must learn how to motivate, inspire, and challenge your staff.
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Become a better leader: 10 books that can help
Whether you're running a Fortune 500 company, heading up a startup of five employees, or managing a department of 50, here are 10 books to inspire and inform your leadership style.