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Use any Web site's search feature directly from the Firefox address bar
Firefox's Web Search lets you find content with various search engines. But smart keywords let you perform searches directly from the address bar. by Bill Detwiler
Tags: Mozilla Firefox, Web Site, Keyword, Web, Bill Detwiler, Search Technology, Web Browsers, Internet
An updated guide to common Microsoft software versions
Scott Lowe provides a major update to his list of dozens of versions of Windows, Exchange, and SQL Server and outlines the release date, version, and build number for each release. by Scott Lowe
Tags: E-mail Servers, Microsoft SQL Server 2005, Databases, Microsoft Exchange 2000 Server, Operating Systems, Service Pack 2, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Corp., Groupware, Scott Lowe
Scientists experiment with liquid invisibility cloak theory
A team of scientists believe that silver-plated nanoparticles suspended in water could help make a real-life invisibility cloak. by Andrew J. Nusca
Tags: Theory, Andrew J. Nusca, Management, Scientist, Wavelength, Team, Team Management
Poll: Do you use open source code in your apps?
A benefit of open source code is that other developers can use it for free, yet it doesn't seem like many developers do so. Do you use open course code? by Justin James
Tags: Justin James, Developer, Open Source
Product Spotlight: Paragon Partition Manager 10 Professional
IT professionals who support desktop computers will appreciate the functionality in Paragon Partition Manager Professional. by Justin James
Tags: Paragon Partition Manager, Serial ATA, Disk, Justin James, Storage, Feature Set, Paragon Partition Manager 10 Professional, Hardware, Desktop
Prompt Access users for reporting information
Here's a quick and easy way to get information into an Access report at run-time, without code. by Susan Harkins
Tags: Databases, Susan Harkins, Software, Office Suites, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Office, Data Management, Productivity, Enterprise Software, Report
PlasticLogic QUE: Could it steal business users away from an Apple slate?
At CES, PlasticLogic unveiled its QUE proReader, which could turn out to be the product that draws business users away from the Apple tablet. by Jason Hiner
Tags: Jason Hiner, Tablets, Apple Inc., Notebooks, Notebooks & Tablets, Hardware
Exert your control with GodMode folders in Windows 7
Greg Shultz explores the GodMode folders found in Windows 7 and presents a text file and a script that will create the folders for you automatically. by Greg Shultz
Tags: Control Panel, Greg Shultz, Operating Systems, Figure C, Software, Folder, GodMode, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 7, Chances
5 tips for leadership success in 2010
John M McKee provides five leadership approaches that he's seen used by very successful leaders to ensure success. by John McKee
Tags: Leadership, Management, Leader, John McKee, Industry
Hubble images show 12 billion year-old galaxies
A series of images from the Hubble Space Telescope's Wide Field Camera 3 (WFC3) and Advanced Camera for Surveys ACS take a look back at more than 12 billion years of history. by Wally Bahny
Tags: Hubble Space Telescope, Image, Wally Bahny
Book review: Teach yourself Drupal with this text
Sams Teach Yourself Drupal in 24 Hours makes learning Drupal easy for even non-programmers. Blogger Justin James discusses what he did and didn't like about the book. by Justin James
Tags: Content Management, Development Tools, Software Development, Advertising & Promotion, Software/Web Development, Channel Management, Software, Justin James, Marketing, Social Networking
Quick open and switch in Windows 7
TechRepublic member .Martin. provides a few keyboard shortcuts using the [Windows] key in Windows 7. Take a look at his examples, and then add your own keyboard shortcuts in the discussion thread. by Sonja Thompson
Tags: Operating Systems, Quick Launch, Sonja Thompson, Software, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows
Why Google Docs' new storage capabilities are a big deal
Is Microsoft getting short-changed in all of this Google Docs storage hype? Why is 1GB from Google better than 25GB from Microsoft? Christoper Dawson weighs in. by Christopher Dawson
Tags: Google Inc., Microsoft Office 2010, Christopher Dawson, Microsoft Corp., Storage, Google Docs, Hardware
Podcast: Will users buy tablets, and how will they affect the PC industry?
Tablet and slate PCs were everywhere at CES 2010, but will consumers and businesses buy them? And, if they do, what will it mean for the PC industry? by Jason Hiner
Tags: Jason Hiner, Tablets, TechRepublic Inc., Big Question, Podcasts, Notebooks, Notebooks & Tablets, Industry, PC, Hardware
Employee background screenings up dramatically
Employers are screening job applicants for credit problems and criminal backgrounds more and more. by Toni Bowers
Tags: Workforce Management, EEOC, Employer, Human Resources, Recruitment & Selection, Job, Toni Bowers
In search of a new MMORPG home
Nicole Bremer Nash says she's done playing World of Warcraft. Geekend readers, what MMORPGs do you recommend she try on her new PC? by Nicole Bremer Nash
Tags: Games, WoW, Personal Technology, Nicole Bremer Nash, Player Activity, MMORPG
It's Microsoft Patch Tuesday: January 2010
Justin James gathers the information you need to make the right decision on applying Microsoft's January 2010 patches in your organization. by Justin James
Tags: Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Software, Patches, Justin James, Security, Font, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7
Marvell's Plug Computer rethinks form factor of PCs and servers
One of the most unique things that I saw at CES 2010 was Marvell's Plug Computer, a new miniature PC form factor. by Jason Hiner
Tags: Ethernet, Jason Hiner, Servers, Operating Systems, Marvell, Networking, Software, Linux, Computer, PC
10 things you should never do on a consulting job
There are plenty of ways to shoot yourself in the foot when you're out on a job. Jack Wallen lists a few of the worst offenses. by Jack Wallen
Tags: Employee, Workforce Management, Jack Wallen, Jody Gilbert, Consulting, Human Resources, Recruitment & Selection, Job, Band-Aids
Isolated VLANs: Use sparingly or common practice?
When does it make sense to use an isolated VLAN? IT pro Rick Vanover showcases some criteria that can be used to determine when to clip any links to other networks. by Rick Vanover
Tags: Layer 2, Networking, Network, Rick Vanover, Security, LANs, VLAN, Security Zone
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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