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10 crazy IT security tricks that actually work

IT security threats are constantly evolving. It's time for IT security pros to get ingenious

Windows 8: who cares? Not that many people, apparently

Users remain significantly less enthused about Windows 8 than they were three years ago about the then-unfinished Windows 7, according to data from Net Applications.

Windows 8 upgrade deals may be double-edged sword for Microsoft

By offering users of Windows 7, XP and Vista discounts to upgrade to Windows 8, Microsoft is putting itself in a position to reap both benefits and criticism in the consumer operating system market.

After one year, Office 365 success unclear

A mixture of intense excitement and skepticism followed the launch a year ago of Office 365, as backers and critics debated whether the cloud collaboration, productivity and communication suite would succeed.

Showdown: Google's Nexus 7 and $US199 tablet alternatives

Google last week announced its Nexus 7 tablet for US$199, but that isn't the only tablet available at that price. Amazon, Lenovo, Research In Motion and Barnes & Noble also offer $US199 tablets.

Iconia Tab A700 review: Acer's terrific 10.1-inch tablet

Acer's Iconia Tab A700 tablet offers a bright 10.1-in. display and fast performance; it is definitely one to consider.

Beyond BlackBerry: 3 steps to prepare for its demise

It's easy to switch to iOS or even Android, no matter what type of company you are

At first birthday, has Google+ found its niche?

Google+ is hitting a major milestone this week. Google's fledgling social networking has hit its first birthday.

Google Now advances search, aims for Apple's Siri

With its new Google Now smart assistant, Google hopes to take search to another level -- and take on Apple's Siri.

Putting predictive analytics to work

Predictive analytics involves both art and science, but getting started isn't for high rollers only. Here's how to ensure a successful outcome.

Could cloud computing change how we communicate?

At least one CIO has already done away with email and Office. Insider (registration required)

Cloud-based Office tools: Right for you?

When you're adopting cloud software, you need to think about features and functions, of course, as well as the costs involved. But process changes and user training can be even bigger factors. Insider (registration required)

In depth: Siri, how do I feel?

Apple, Google and Microsoft are all working on technologies that can read the emotions on our faces. These tools will make our computers and phones more capable and more 'human.' They will also help advertisers target us more effectively.

Microsoft Surface tablets may not match iPad battery life

Microsoft's new Surface tablets may not match Apple's iPad on battery life, according to estimates made by Computerworld based on comparable devices.

Survival guide: Do's and don'ts for next-gen IT

Business IT is evolving behind your back. Here's how to head off extinction and assert a larger role

Social software users: Focus on corporate culture or your project will fail

Enterprise social software may end up as shelfware - software that never gets used or falls into disuse - unless customers make the right efforts to change corporate culture and employee habits, speakers said during the Enterprise 2.0 conference in Boston.

Microsoft, Google, IBM and SalesForce.com heat up PaaS

What do you get when you get four of the biggest Cloud vendors in a room to talk about one of the hottest emerging trends in the industry? Not a whole lot of agreement for one thing.

Microsoft's Surface tablet no threat to Apple's iPad

Apple has little to worry about from Microsoft's tradition-breaking move to sell its own tablets, analysts said today.

Surface for Windows RT vs. the iPad

A Windows 8 tablet that's thin, light and easy on power consumption naturally invites comparisons with the iPad, so here goes.

First look: Microsoft Surface tablets

My quick hands-on with the new 10.6-in. Surface tablets at Microsoft's launch gave me a little surprise: The edges on all four sides are sharp.

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