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Send XML documents online with SAAJ

SOAP with Attachments API for Java (SAAJ) provides a standard way to send XML documents over the Internet from the Java platform. Peter Mikhalenko demonstrates the process of using SAAJ.View entire blog »

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10 non-monetary benefits to attract and retain top developers

When recruiting developers, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that money is what brings in the best and the brightest. After all, developers tend to receive paychecks a bit beefier than other professionals with similar levels of experience and education. But at the end of the day,...View entire blog »

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Finding Easter Eggs in old software

What's lurking inside of your software? Ideally, only the code necessary to make the program work. Sometimes however, programmers hide Easter Eggs inside. Check out some of the Easter Eggs you can find inside of older software like Windows 3.1, Windows 95, and Office 95.View entire blog »

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Configure Snort to log packets to MySQL

Learn how to use Snort to log packets to a remote MySQL server where a graphical Web interface can be used to view captured packets and statistics.View entire blog »

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Blu-ray BD+ completedly defeated

The mood over at Slysoft is that of exuberance as they announced version 6.4.0.0 of their AnyDVD HD product. With this version, it is now possible to make completely backup security copies of all Blu-ray discs.View entire blog »

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Assemble the perfect system administrator's toolkit

A good system admin is like a boy scout: always prepared. Paul Mah puts together a list of items that belongs in every system administrator's survival toolkit.View entire blog »

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How to enter a literal Tab in a Word table

I've been using Word tables for years. They're easy to insert, format, and efficient. Recently, I wanted to enter a Tab character between phrases in a single table cell. When you press Tab in table, Word positions the cursor in the next cell. At first, I thought, Oh no.... but...View entire blog »

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Unified communications dominated VoiceCon Orlando 2008

Although VoiceCon Orlando 2008 offered tutorials, forums, and presentations on telecom topics ranging from IP telephony to next-gen contact centers, unified communications (UC) seemed to be the topic on everyone's mind. And, if you judged the conference's focus by its keynote presentations, UC won hands down.View entire blog »

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Here I am Bill Gates - hire me!

There aren't enough good techs to go around.  Just ask Bill Gates.  He wants to bring more in from outside the US.  I'll tell you what.  I'm an American and I think I'm a pretty good tech.  Why don't I apply for a job at Microsoft?  I've got a couple of things going for me...View entire blog »

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Tech Sanity Checkby Jason Hiner, Executive Editor
Will you rent your next data center from HP? Hewlett-Packard announced this week that it was launching a data center-as-a-service product that allows enterprise IT departments to essentially rent a data center from HP rather than buying one. This Tech Sanity Check podcast features an interview with HP about its plans and how it thinks it can provide new...Read blog » 1 comment
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View from the Cubicleby Toni Bowers, Senior Editor
What is the real reason Bill Gates wants to lift the annual cap on H-1B visas? Bill Gates testified before a congressional hearing on March 12, advocating immigration reforms to help fill what he sees as a critical shortfall of skilled scientists and engineers. Is there a shortage, or is there another reason he's pushing for this?Read blog » 82 comments
Tags: Bill Gates, H-1B, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Toni Bowers
IT News DigestHost: Sonja Thompson, News Editor
Blu-ray BD+ completedly defeated The mood over at Slysoft is that of exuberance as they announced version 6.4.0.0 of their AnyDVD HD product. With this version, it is now possible to make completely backup security copies of all Blu-ray discs.Read blog » 1 comment
Tags: Van, Hd Dvd, Backups, Blu-Ray, DVD, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Home Entertainment, Paul Mah
TechRepublic Out LoudHosts: Sonja Thompson & Beth Blakely
TR Out Loud - March 21, 2008 Girls and boys, it's a short, strange trip on TR Out Loud this week. We had Boxfiddler on the phone, a five-way tie in the Thumbs Up arena, and Beth made Sonja blush right there in the studio. It's a pity you couldn't see it!Read blog » 24 comments
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10 ThingsHost: Jody Gilbert
10 non-monetary benefits to attract and retain top developers When recruiting developers, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that money is what brings in the best and the brightest. After all, developers tend to receive paychecks a bit beefier than other professionals with similar levels of experience and education. But at the end of the day,...Read blog » 35 comments
Tags: Job, Developer, Project, Team, Career, Benefit, IT Industry, Justin James
IT LeadershipHost: Toni Bowers
Does work have to be fun? Is going to work with an expectation of a sense of purpose a pipe dream anymore? Should one just be satisfied to just have a job or should you want more?Read blog » 8 comments
Tags: Bus Driver, Professional Development, Leadership, Team Management, Strategy, Career, Management, Ramon Padilla
Network AdministratorHost: Selena Frye
Fake Cisco kit may contain malware Marketing counterfeit Cisco equipment is not breaking news by any means as it has been an ongoing problem for Cisco and its resellers for years now. But having malware hidden in the firmware maybe.Read blog » 5 comments
Tags: Malware, Cisco Systems Inc., Indictment, Michael Kassner
Desktop SupportHost: Joe Rosberg
Does your Desktop Support department offer flex time? The notion of the typical 8-to-5, forty-hour work week seems to have gone by the wayside with most Desktop Support departments. This seems to be the case regardless of whether the support is provided in-house or is outsourced. Personally speaking, my hours don’t always fall into the 8-to-5 range, but...Read blog » 13 comments
Tags: Hour, Flex-time, Desktops, Hardware, Joe Rosberg
IT ConsultantHost: Chip Camden
What's more important to become an IT consultant: education or experience? Discover how Chip Camden answers this member question: "Is there a special course you have to take to become an IT consultant, or does it depend on what computer skills you have?"Read blog » 56 comments
Tags: Education, Consultant, Knowledge, Information Technology, Technology, Computer, Strategy, Productivity, Management, Chip Camden
Programming and DevelopmentHost: Justin James
Send XML documents online with SAAJ SOAP with Attachments API for Java (SAAJ) provides a standard way to send XML documents over the Internet from the Java platform. Peter Mikhalenko demonstrates the process of using SAAJ.Read blog »
Tags: Message, XML Document, XML, Simple Object Access Protocol, Object, SAAJ, Attachments API, SAAJ 1.3, SAAJ 1.3 Specification, MIME
Microsoft WindowsHost: Mark Kaelin
Unlocking the Ribbons and Mystify screen savers' hidden settings in Vista Greg Shultz introduces you to the Ribbons and Mystify screen savers in Vista, unveils the HTML application that allows you to unlock the magic, and shows you how to tweak them to your liking.Read blog » 12 comments
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Microsoft OfficeHost: Susan Harkins
How to enter a literal Tab in a Word table I've been using Word tables for years. They're easy to insert, format, and efficient. Recently, I wanted to enter a Tab character between phrases in a single table cell. When you press Tab in table, Word positions the cursor in the next cell. At first, I thought, Oh no.... but...Read blog »
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Linux and Open SourceHost: Jack Wallen
Configure Snort to log packets to MySQL Learn how to use Snort to log packets to a remote MySQL server where a graphical Web interface can be used to view captured packets and statistics.Read blog » 1 comment
Tags: Snort, MySQL, Open Source, Databases, Enterprise Software, Software, Data Management, Vincent Danen
IT SecurityHost: Chad Perrin
The Big Brother Awards In Montreal, Canada, at the Computers, Freedom, and Privacy conference in May 2007, Privacy International presented the first International Big Brother Awards. The "winners" of the Big Brother Awards are, in the words of Privacy International, "the government and private sector organisations which have done the most to threaten personal...Read blog » 13 comments
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Servers and StorageHost: John Sheesley
The worst server room decisions ever made by management In past blogs, I've shared about my experiences with my company's relocation and associated server room move. Today, I'm listing some of the worst server room decisions made by management that I, myself, have encountered over the years.Read blog » 12 comments
Tags: Server Room, Servers, Hardware, Paul Mah
Mobile EnterpriseHost: Bill Detwiler
Unified communications dominated VoiceCon Orlando 2008 Although VoiceCon Orlando 2008 offered tutorials, forums, and presentations on telecom topics ranging from IP telephony to next-gen contact centers, unified communications (UC) seemed to be the topic on everyone's mind. And, if you judged the conference's focus by its keynote presentations, UC won hands down.Read blog » 1 comment
Tags: Unified Communications, Bill Detwiler
Tech of all TradesHost: Tim Malone
Here I am Bill Gates - hire me! There aren't enough good techs to go around.  Just ask Bill Gates.  He wants to bring more in from outside the US.  I'll tell you what.  I'm an American and I think I'm a pretty good tech.  Why don't I apply for a job at Microsoft?  I've got a couple of things going for me...Read blog » 23 comments
Tags: Job, Bill Gates, Microsoft Corp., Recruitment & Selection, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Tim Malone
GeekendHost: Jay Garmon
Video: The "reasoning" behind PDAs Another animated incarnation of Dork Tower, this time examining the true usefulness of the latest and greatest handheld computing devices.Read blog »
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Practical GadgetryHost: Shawn Morton
Guitar Hero on the Nintendo DS just got cooler It's no secret I am nuts about Guitar Hero. So you can imagine that I am pretty excited about the upcoming "Guitar Hero on Tour" game set to be released for the Nintendo DS handheld later this year. Today, I got even more excited after seeing the new Guitar Grip...Read blog » 2 comments
Tags: Nintendo Co. Ltd., Games, Keyboards, Game Players, Personal Technology, Hardware, Peripherals, Consumer Electronics, Shawn Morton
Classics RockHost: John Sheesley
Finding Easter Eggs in old software What's lurking inside of your software? Ideally, only the code necessary to make the program work. Sometimes however, programmers hide Easter Eggs inside. Check out some of the Easter Eggs you can find inside of older software like Windows 3.1, Windows 95, and Office 95.Read blog » 1 comment
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How Do I...Host: Mark Kaelin
How do I... Create and manage PowerPoint table data? Tables are great for communicating and organizing data in a meaningful way. They're also efficient. However, in Microsoft PowerPoint, tables can be a bit troublesome because space is limited. Too much data on one slide can be worse than no data at all. Susan Sales Harkins shows you how to...Read blog » 17 comments
Tags: Data, Row, Column, Microsoft PowerPoint, Cell, Table, Figure D, Center Tool, Microsoft Office, Office Suites
The Right Tool for the Job?Host: Cara Reynolds
Assemble the perfect system administrator's toolkit A good system admin is like a boy scout: always prepared. Paul Mah puts together a list of items that belongs in every system administrator's survival toolkit.Read blog » 98 comments
Tags: System Administrator, Job, Hard Drive, Adapter, Toolkit, USB, Tool, Productivity, Cable, Telecommunications
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