On GameFAQs: The top 10 most annoying enemies
Visual evidence that not all keyboards are created equal
In a TechRepublic Photo Gallery, Greg Shultz presents a collection of 19 very interesting keyboards and one accessory that you can use to spice up your computer interface. by Mark Kaelin
Tags: Keyboards, Hardware, Mark Kaelin, Peripherals
How do I change my MAC address with SMAC?
SMAC is a MAC address changer that has a simple to use graphical interface that enables the less experienced user all the way up to the guru change a piece of hardware's MAC address. Jack Wallen shows you how it all works. by Jack Wallen
Tags: SMAC, Jack Wallen, MAC Address, MAC
Four tips for a killer PowerPoint presentation
Have you ever been tempted to chew off a paw to escape a mind-numbing slide show? Bad design and flawed delivery may have been to blame. BNET's Dave Johnson offers a few simple suggestions to help presenters avoid some of the worst pitfalls. by Dave Johnson
Tags: Dave Johnson, Software, Office Suites, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, PowerPoint Presentation
Rubik's returns with a new time-wasting challenge
If you have long-since beaten the Rubik's Cube, here's another challenge for you: the Rubik's 360. Great -- another way to waste time! by Wally Bahny
Tags: Challenge, Wally Bahny, Rubik
10 signs that it's time to look for a new job
Changing jobs can be a life-altering decision that requires considerable courage, especially in the current economy -- but it's easier if you're convinced it's the right thing to do. IT pro Becky Roberts put together a list of factors that helped her decide on a career shift. by Becky Roberts
Tags: Career, Professional Development, Workforce Management, Human Resources, Recruitment & Selection, Job, Becky Roberts
10+ keyboard shortcuts for entering special characters in a Word document
If you prefer to enter special characters yourself on a case-by-case basis, it's handy to know a few keyboard shortcuts. by Jody Gilbert
Tags: Microsoft Word, Jody Gilbert, Keyboards, Hardware, Keyboard Shortcut, Peripherals
BlogHer Out Loud interview with co-founder and COO Elisa Camahort Page
Elisa Camahort Page, co-founder and COO of BlogHer, answers a few questions about communities and the trend of women in technology. by Sonja Thompson
Tags: Sonja Thompson, Human Resources, Women, Gender And Diversity
Three interview questions to ask the interviewer
People sometimes forget that a job interview is a two-way street. You're there to market yourself, but you're also there to find out if the job is going to be a good fit for you. Here are some questions to ask to help you. by Toni Bowers
Tags: Workforce Management, Human Resources, Recruitment & Selection, Job, Toni Bowers
Hide Excel sheets - really hide them
If you want to make sure a hidden worksheet stays hidden, don't rely on the easily reversed Hide command. For better security, try this little VBE trick instead. by Susan Harkins
Tags: Susan Harkins, Microsoft Excel, Software, Office Suites, Microsoft Office
Updated: Listen or watch U.S. CTO Aneesh Chopra on Buzz Out Loud
U.S. CTO Aneesh Chopra appeared on CNET's Buzz Out Loud on Tuesday, August 4. Learn how to listen to or download the interview or watch the video. by Jason Hiner
Tags: U.S., Jason Hiner, Marketing, CTO, Corporate Communications
Video: How to use golf as a business tool
I love golf and I love business, but I've only mixed the two a few times. However, this three-minute video from BNET explains why golf can be a valuable tool for building business relationships and accomplishing business goals. by Jason Hiner
Tags: Tool, Jason Hiner, Video, Marketing, Productivity, Corporate Communications
Use RFC 2602 example domains for example emails
Example email domains were created specifically for use in examples, so that people with real email accounts that happen to coincide with your examples don't suffer the fallout of an unfortunate choice of example. by Chad Perrin
Tags: E-mail, RFC, Domain, Online Communications, Chad Perrin
10 things you should do to successfully manage your workplan
Like much of project management, updating the workplan requires discipline and habit. See how these steps can help you stay on top of the process. by Tom Mochal
Tags: Management, Project Management, Tom Mochal, It service Management, It Operations, Strategy, Habit, Tools & Techniques
CBS reports on the Twitter Denial of Service attack
Sci-Tech correspondent Daniel Sieberg explains to CBSNews.com's Dan Farber what "denial of service" means for Twitter users. by Bill Detwiler
Tags: Twitter, Security, Bill Detwiler, CBS Corp., Denial Of Service
Gmail password reset options a security hole
If your users user Gmail, you might want to give them a refresher on password safety. Tom Merritt shows you how attackers can steal a Gmail passwords using the service's several password reset options. by Bill Detwiler
Tags: Google Gmail, E-mail Providers, Cloud Computing, Security, Bill Detwiler, Password, Internet
Improve your troubleshooting efficiency by using known-good software
William Jones uses the "binary search" methodology to quickly deduce the cause of technical issues. One sure-fire way of eliminating the hardware vs. software question when troubleshooting a problem is to use known-good software for testing purposes. by William Jones
Tags: Management, William Jones, Software, Tools & Techniques
Product Spotlight: PuTTY terminal application
PuTTY is a free, open source terminal application providing services like serial terminal communications, telnet, SSH, rlogin, as well as secure file transfers via SFTP and SCP. by Justin James
Tags: Networking, Justin James, Telnet, PuTTY
Apple patches Mac OS X image vulnerability with Security Update 2009-003
Released on Wednesday, Security Update 2009-003 addresses several vulnerabilities, but perhaps the most critical address a flaw that could allow an attacker compromise a machine after the user views a malformed image. by Bill Detwiler
Tags: Patches, Security, Bill Detwiler, Apple Inc., Vulnerability, Security Administration, Security Update
Which characters do you want to see in the Star Trek sequel?
After seeing the latest Star Trek movie, Edmond Woychowsky says he was left wanting more. Read his character wish list for the Star Trek sequel and then share your picks in the discussion. by Edmond Woychowsky
Tags: Star Trek, Edmond Woychowsky
Ask the Leadership Coach: Handling a promotion and finding your purpose
Got questions about your leadership or management style? Send them to Leadership Coach John M. McKee. In this post, he offers advice to someone handling a promotion from within her team and a manager disappointed with his current job and looking for a better fit. by John McKee
Tags: Leadership, Management, John McKee
Documents and Settings in Windows XP
My younger brother did something to my Windows XP computer but unfortunately, he can't remember how to undo it nor do I still have a copy of the Windows XP CD. So here's the problem, the Documents and Settings folder in my drive C is missing but when I try...
Tags: Microsoft Windows XP, PRODUCTIVITY, Microsoft Windows
IP Addressing
Why can I only get my router and DHCP server to ping each other when their addresses are adjacent numbers? i.e. 192.168.0.1 and 192.168.0.2 I figured all this out and got my network working, but I am just curious if this is a config step I will always need...
Tags: NETWORKING, IP, Network technology
Server Advice
Hi All,I want to build a webserver that will be on the web ofcoarse. I was planning on using the Ubuntu Server Operating System and was wondering about what type of security should I worry about when I do this.This will hopefully serve as an email and an apache2 server...
Tags: server, SSL/TLS, security, Network security
Video Upgrade (Duel Monitor Display)
I have a client who has a Dell Dimension DXP061 with a Nvidia GeForce 7300 LE. He recently bought two flat screens and want's to use the duel monitors. The problem is the 7300 don't support that so I was wanting any advice in getting a new PCI-E Video card...
Tags: video card, PCI Express, PCI, video, monitor, Video cards, desktop, NVidia Corp., Corporate communications, Dell Computer Corp.
IT Management Conference & Expo - NYC - Oct. 14-16, 2009
Anyone else going?http://www.ManageIT.meI am really looking forward to insights from the CIO of Forbes and founder of MySQL (along with Gary Vaynerchuk!)
Tags: information technology, IT administration
Gateway NV5214U Charger
I just bought a brand new Gateway NV5214U laptop. I however lost the charger... I was just wondering if anyone could help me out and tell me where I could find a replacement other than Gateway, or at least tell me what type of charger I need? Thanks. =)Didn't have...
Tags: Notebooks, Gateway Inc., Gateway NV5214U, charger
port numbers
port numbers of smtp and popDefault port number for smtp is 25 and pop is 110Port number for smtp is 25 and pop is 110 and we can change to secure port also.lolA network admin who doesn't know port numbers or how to use google!http://www.networksorcery.com/enp/protocol/ip/ports00000.htm
Tags: E-mail, port number, SMTP
MS Outlook saved Draft messages issue
I have saved several MS Outlook messages Draftsat my Desktop for reuse everyday. Earlier when i opened them they used to open as simple drafts everyday. but now after some MS updates, they open as simple mail. Anyway to make then drafts again.
Tags: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Corp., Groupware
MS word 2003 hit enter goes down several lines
Hi. im using MS word 2003. im facing a silly problem. when i hit enter button, the cursor goes down several lines. when i hit backspace, it comes back to the position i hit b4 "enter" im unable to get the cursor to the immediate next line. pls help!!!!!First thing...
Tags: Microsoft Word, Word processors, Spacing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Corp., MS Word 2003
Backing up iPod with iCloner - Can't open file extension .whb
Upgraded to new version of iTunes and now can't add songs to my iPod without erasing songs that are on it. I want to make sure I have the songs backed up on my PC before I erase and sync new songs via iTunes. Found a backup software...
Tags: Digital music, Digital media, Apple iPod, file extension, Backups, iCloner
IDE connection not detected
Hi folks,GOOD DAY!I know someone could help me solve out my problem. I have a mobo with 4 sata connection and 1 IDE.. i am using 1 SATA connected to my HDD and i have a CD/DVD rom connected to the IDE.. in the fast few days CD/DVD connection works...
Tags: Development tools, BIOS, Cd/DVd, IDE
What steps are required when adding a W2K domain controller to W2K3 domain?
I have an existing W2K3 domain controller and need to add an existing W2K DC to the environment. What are the best practice tips for getting both domain controllers working together corectly? Steps to perform on existing W2K3 DC?One thing...One thing I would check is the domain functional level...
Tags: domain/forest, domain, W2K3 Domain, domain controller, Microsoft Windows 2000
Hotmail Login
I have a user who is running WinXP and frequently uses Hotmail as a backup when her office email goes down. After loading Ad-Aware SE she can no longer login to her Hotmail account from this system. After creating a new Hotmail account for a different user, we...
Tags: e-mail, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Developr, MSN Hotmail
Adding a Wireless Access Point to a network
Hi.. I have a specific problem that I am dealing with. I have a small network, 15 units(POS cafe restarent sevice machines, 2 pcs, 1 server) all cat 5 to a New Netgear Switch (JGS524F) with a Comcast ADSL router connected for web access for the pcs. Web works fine....
Tags: Channel management, access point, NETWORKING, network, Web, DHCP IS, PC, Network technology, wireless
Simplifying PC Support and Procurement
Simon Fraser University wanted to standardize its Microsoft Windows-based desktop and laptop computers onto a single brand, to reduce IT purchasing and maintenance overhead and manage its computer network more efficiently. In particular, the university wanted a better price/performance ratio, greater durability, better support and the flexibility to support a...
Tags: Desktops, Productivity, Computer, Notebooks, Notebooks & Tablets, Procurement, PC, Hardware, Dell Computer Corp.
Download this project plan template
If you've taken on a small to midsize project that doesn't warrant a full-scale plan in Microsoft Project, download this Excel spreadsheet template sent in by a TechRepublic member for quick and easy project management.
Tags: Management, Microsoft Excel, TechRepublic Inc., Software, Office Suites, Project Management, It service Management, It Operations, Microsoft Office, Strategy
Use these four Registry tweaks to accelerate Windows XP
Plenty of third-party programs claim to tweak or optimize Windows. However, most of them simply make Registry edits. Here are four manual tweaks that experienced IT professionals can make to improve the speed of Windows XP.Title: Windows XP Hacks, 2nd Edition ISBN: 0596009186 Published: February 2005 Author: Preston Gralla Chapter:...
Tags: Registry, Operating Systems, Software, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows, O'Reilly Media Inc.
TCP/IP Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting is a necessary part of supporting any network installation. Determining and repairing problems can consume a lot of time, especially if you don't know what to do or how to do it correctly and quickly. This On Demand Web Seminar explains how you might consider troubleshooting different problems that...
Tags: Tcp/Ip, Networking, Network, Global Knowledge Network Inc., Productivity
Boot Windows XP from a USB flash drive
Almost everyone who has worked with computers for any lengthof time at all has run into at least one situation in which a problem left a PCunbootable. What if you could return the machine to a bootable state just byinserting a USB flash drive though? Believe it or not, it...
Tags: USB flash drive, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows, Brien M. Posey MCSE
Catchy Name for a Computer Repair Business
Hi,hi, im planning to do a computer business..and im looking for anybody that could help me give a catchy business name. I will be doing onsite computer repair and small business consultation here in Arizona. I have came-up with some names but most of them were already taken eg....
Tags: tumulak@..., computer, PRODUCTIVITY

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