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Friday, October 29, 2021

Commentary: Intel has fallen behind in key markets, but CEO Gelsinger plans to spend very, very big to change that.

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October 29, 2021

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger's "insane" plan to restore the company's glory days

Commentary: Intel has fallen behind in key markets, but CEO Gelsinger plans to spend very, very big to change that. source https://www.tec...
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Adopting a checklist tailored specifically to the needs of your IT personnel enables you to seamlessly transition employees.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dont-overlook-tasks-when-onboarding-or-offboarding-your-it-staff/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Don't overlook tasks when onboarding or offboarding your IT staff

Adopting a checklist tailored specifically to the needs of your IT personnel enables you to seamlessly transition employees. source https:...
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The European police force stated the ransomware activities targeted critical infrastructures and mostly large corporations.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybercrime-europol-arrests-12-people-for-ransomware-activities-possibly-affecting-1800-victims-in-71-countries/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Cybercrime: Europol arrests 12 people for ransomware activities possibly affecting 1,800 victims in 71 countries

The European police force stated the ransomware activities targeted critical infrastructures and mostly large corporations. source https:/...
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Learning about Chrome's new features and safety precautions will enhance and secure your web browsing experience.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/simple-ways-to-improve-how-you-use-and-secure-googles-chrome-web-browser/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Simple ways to improve how you use and secure Google's Chrome web browser

Learning about Chrome's new features and safety precautions will enhance and secure your web browsing experience. source https://www.t...
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Netflix's wildly popular show is a macabre whirlwind, but it also provides a glimpse into the importance of teamwork and why taking responsibility for others' wellbeing matters.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/can-the-series-squid-game-perhaps-maybe-teach-it-leadership-lessons/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Can the series Squid Game (perhaps, maybe) teach IT leadership lessons?

Netflix's wildly popular show is a macabre whirlwind, but it also provides a glimpse into the importance of teamwork and why taking resp...
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The best laptop is the one that suits your particular needs. You might find your perfect fit here, especially if you find yourself working remotely, travel frequently, are a creative professional or have a tight budget.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-windows-laptops-which-is-right-for-your-role/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

The best Windows laptops of 2021: Which is right for your role?

The best laptop is the one that suits your particular needs. You might find your perfect fit here, especially if you find yourself working r...
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It turns out that in-person office work isn't the key to success — collaboration is, according to a new survey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ey-c-suite-leaders-report-stronger-culture-and-higher-productivity-with-hybrid-approach/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

EY: C-suite leaders report stronger culture and higher productivity with hybrid approach

It turns out that in-person office work isn't the key to success — collaboration is, according to a new survey. source https://www.tec...
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In the remote work era, reliable Wi-Fi is a must. From testing network performance to locating nearby connectivity, these are five of the best Wi-Fi apps to consider.

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October 29, 2021

The 5 best free speed test apps to check your internet and Wi-Fi network performance

In the remote work era, reliable Wi-Fi is a must. From testing network performance to locating nearby connectivity, these are five of the be...
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A full third of employees report being more stressed and exhausted working remotely, and employee wellness needs to account for them and more, says report author Kaspersky.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/most-employees-are-happy-working-from-home-but-what-about-the-rest/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Most employees are happy working from home, but what about the rest?

A full third of employees report being more stressed and exhausted working remotely, and employee wellness needs to account for them and mor...
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Is the metaverse the same as VR? Which companies are building the metaverse? What is the metaverse's connection to hybrid work? Get answers to these questions and much more in this metaverse primer.

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October 29, 2021

The metaverse: What is it?

Is the metaverse the same as VR? Which companies are building the metaverse? What is the metaverse's connection to hybrid work? Get answ...
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Beyond component shortages, stricter COVID-19 testing and quarantining requirements are delaying the transportation of key parts, says IDC.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/global-smartphone-shipments-sink-by-6-due-to-supply-constraints/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Global smartphone shipments sink by 6% due to supply constraints

Beyond component shortages, stricter COVID-19 testing and quarantining requirements are delaying the transportation of key parts, says IDC. ...
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Microsoft Teams is a Swiss Army knife of functions including calendaring, instant messaging, file sharing and conferencing. Learn how you can easily transfer your calls to another device in Teams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-transfer-microsoft-teams-calls-to-another-device/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

How to transfer Microsoft Teams calls to another device

Microsoft Teams is a Swiss Army knife of functions including calendaring, instant messaging, file sharing and conferencing. Learn how you ca...
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Develop in-demand skills in popular Microsoft services now and switch to a lucrative tech career in 2022.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/learn-all-you-need-from-this-training-bundle-on-azure-windows-and-microsoft-365/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 29, 2021

Learn all you need from this training bundle on Azure, Windows and Microsoft 365

Develop in-demand skills in popular Microsoft services now and switch to a lucrative tech career in 2022. source https://www.techrepublic....
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Thursday, October 28, 2021

The company formerly known as Facebook sees interoperability as a top priority so users can teleport from world to world and take their digital purchases with them.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/meta-ceo-zuckerberg-predicts-the-metaverse-will-be-mainstream-in-5-10-years/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Meta CEO Zuckerberg predicts the metaverse will be mainstream in 5-10 years

The company formerly known as Facebook sees interoperability as a top priority so users can teleport from world to world and take their digi...
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These TechRepublic Premium resources have everything you need for the hiring process from a job description to interview questions.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/from-video-games-to-mainframes-finding-the-perfect-programmer-for-the-job-is-easy-with-the-right-tools/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

From video games to mainframes--finding the perfect programmer for the job is easy with the right tools

These TechRepublic Premium resources have everything you need for the hiring process from a job description to interview questions. source...
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Sixty-four percent of C-suite respondents said industry-related regulatory compliance is a significant obstacle, resulting in an uptick of specialized cloud adoption, the newly released study finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-study-single-vendor-approach-to-cloud-is-dead/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

IBM study: Single-vendor approach to cloud is dead

Sixty-four percent of C-suite respondents said industry-related regulatory compliance is a significant obstacle, resulting in an uptick of s...
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It's fast, and reports say it's reliable, but stationary 5G isn't for everyone — particularly those who need low-latency connections.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/stationary-5g-is-great-but-it-isnt-ready-for-all-business-and-office-environments/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Stationary 5G is great, but it isn't ready for all business and office environments

It's fast, and reports say it's reliable, but stationary 5G isn't for everyone — particularly those who need low-latency connect...
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Artificial intelligence is fraught with ethical considerations, and vendors sometimes bend rules to make a sale. Reviewing these policies can help keep you and your organization out of trouble by making the right choices.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/implementing-ai-or-worried-about-vendor-behavior-these-ethics-policy-templates-can-help/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Implementing AI or worried about vendor behavior? These ethics policy templates can help

Artificial intelligence is fraught with ethical considerations, and vendors sometimes bend rules to make a sale. Reviewing these policies ca...
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Kanban boards make it easy to manage your projects and tasks. Jack Wallen lists his top five proprietary options to help get you started on your kanban journey.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5-kanban-services-ready-to-take-your-productivity-to-the-next-level/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

5 kanban services ready to take your productivity to the next level

Kanban boards make it easy to manage your projects and tasks. Jack Wallen lists his top five proprietary options to help get you started on ...
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Google keeps trying to make tab management better on Chrome. This time around they've added a new Tab Search feature, which does make finding the tab you want considerably easier.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-again-tries-to-improve-tab-usage-on-chrome-os-and-comes-up-short/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Google again tries to improve tab usage on Chrome OS and comes up short

Google keeps trying to make tab management better on Chrome. This time around they've added a new Tab Search feature, which does make fi...
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With a robust lineup and some fantastic next-gen features in the latest models, there's never been a better time to buy an iPad. Learn about your Apple tablet options here.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-ipad-lineup-which-should-you-choose/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Apple's 2021 iPad lineup: Which should you choose?

With a robust lineup and some fantastic next-gen features in the latest models, there's never been a better time to buy an iPad. Learn a...
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Ready to take advantage of Ubuntu in your company's data center? These tips and tricks can help.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ubuntu-server-tips-and-tricks-for-installation-and-beyond/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Ubuntu Server tips and tricks for installation and beyond

Ready to take advantage of Ubuntu in your company's data center? These tips and tricks can help. source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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Changes made customer service tasks more user friendly for employees and customers, according to the company.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/salesforce-adds-adds-two-way-video-and-custom-app-capabilities-to-field-service-platform/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Salesforce adds adds two-way video and custom app capabilities to Field Service platform

Changes made customer service tasks more user friendly for employees and customers, according to the company. source https://www.techrepub...
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From game development to app development, here are some of the coolest developer jobs out there.

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October 28, 2021

Cool jobs for the talented developer

From game development to app development, here are some of the coolest developer jobs out there. source https://www.techrepublic.com/artic...
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As you work to resolve a security issue, technical knowledge is necessary—and a team with a broad base of expertise is invaluable.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-prepare-your-team-to-address-a-significant-security-issue/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

How to prepare your team to address a significant security issue

As you work to resolve a security issue, technical knowledge is necessary—and a team with a broad base of expertise is invaluable. source ...
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Commentary: Jamstack's modern approach to web development used to come with a caveat. With Gatsby 4, that caveat is gone.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gatsby-makes-a-new-approach-to-web-development-easy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Gatsby makes a new approach to web development easy

Commentary: Jamstack's modern approach to web development used to come with a caveat. With Gatsby 4, that caveat is gone. source https...
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The pandemic has made employee burnout and turnover worse, while hampering HR's ability to recruit. A recent survey breaks down the numbers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/covid-19-pandemic-leading-to-higher-levels-of-employee-burnout/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

COVID-19 pandemic leading to higher levels of employee burnout

The pandemic has made employee burnout and turnover worse, while hampering HR's ability to recruit. A recent survey breaks down the numb...
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Virtual sensing tech company worked with Detroit to find and rate potholes to help the city prioritize road maintenance.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/tactile-mobility-uses-data-from-tires-and-cars-to-create-virtual-sensors-and-track-road-conditions/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Tactile Mobility uses data from tires and cars to create virtual sensors and track road conditions

Virtual sensing tech company worked with Detroit to find and rate potholes to help the city prioritize road maintenance. source https://ww...
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If you would like to break into the tech industry with a career that has future high demand built-in, you can gain the required skills in this affordable e-learning bundle.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gain-the-skills-that-will-allow-you-to-start-2022-as-a-linux-pro/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 28, 2021

Gain the skills that will allow you to start 2022 as a Linux pro

If you would like to break into the tech industry with a career that has future high demand built-in, you can gain the required skills in th...
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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

It's not necessary to spend a great deal of time or money to learn the skills required to work in some of the most exciting and highly paid positions in the tech industry.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/develop-the-skills-required-for-an-in-demand-cybersecurity-career/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

Develop the skills required for an in-demand cybersecurity career

It's not necessary to spend a great deal of time or money to learn the skills required to work in some of the most exciting and highly p...
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As a leader, sometimes the details count. Observing your staff can help you address their needs as individuals and as a team.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/add-nuance-to-your-leadership-toolbox-to-better-manage-people/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

Add nuance to your leadership toolbox to better manage people

As a leader, sometimes the details count. Observing your staff can help you address their needs as individuals and as a team. source https...
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The facility in Pasadena is the new home for AWS's quantum work and will focus on scaling the tech and building error correction into the hardware.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/aws-and-caltech-open-center-for-quantum-computing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

AWS and Caltech open Center for Quantum Computing

The facility in Pasadena is the new home for AWS's quantum work and will focus on scaling the tech and building error correction into th...
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Whether you like to play hard and need a watch that will keep up, or need a sleek business watch that makes work simpler, there are some great options for wearable fans this year.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-smartwatches-which-is-right-for-you/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

The best smartwatches of 2021: Which is right for you?

Whether you like to play hard and need a watch that will keep up, or need a sleek business watch that makes work simpler, there are some gre...
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If you're looking for a desktop that runs Linux and is built by a company that understands Linux users' needs and gives back to open source, check out these options.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/best-linux-desktop-which-one-should-you-buy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

Best Linux Desktop for 2021: Which one should you buy?

If you're looking for a desktop that runs Linux and is built by a company that understands Linux users' needs and gives back to open...
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Dell has engineered changes into both the XPS and Aurora redesigns to maximize airflow and expandability, and all three are suited to professional-level design and intense computing tasks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dell-introduces-a-redesigned-xps-desktop-and-2-new-pro-level-alienware-aurora-machines/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

Dell introduces a redesigned XPS desktop and 2 new pro-level Alienware Aurora machines

Dell has engineered changes into both the XPS and Aurora redesigns to maximize airflow and expandability, and all three are suited to profes...
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Jack Wallen got his hands on a Pixel 6 Pro and found himself in awe of Google's phone line once again.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/pixel-6-pro-is-the-smartphone-all-other-smartphones-should-strive-to-be/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

Pixel 6 Pro is the smartphone all other smartphones should strive to be

Jack Wallen got his hands on a Pixel 6 Pro and found himself in awe of Google's phone line once again. source https://www.techrepublic...
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The cybercrime group behind the SolarWinds hack remains focused on the global IT supply chain, says Microsoft, with 140 resellers and service providers targeted since May.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-warns-of-new-supply-chain-attacks-by-russian-backed-nobelium-group/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

Microsoft warns of new supply chain attacks by Russian-backed Nobelium group

The cybercrime group behind the SolarWinds hack remains focused on the global IT supply chain, says Microsoft, with 140 resellers and servic...
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Tsurugi Linux is a digital forensics and incident response open-source project based on Ubuntu Linux. Find out how to use this distribution as a virtual machine sitting on your operating system.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-the-tsurugi-linux-distribution/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

How to install the Tsurugi Linux distribution

Tsurugi Linux is a digital forensics and incident response open-source project based on Ubuntu Linux. Find out how to use this distribution ...
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Microsoft is launching a new version of its Store with Windows 11. There are lots of changes for consumers and businesses.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/a-new-microsoft-store-what-does-it-mean-for-you-and-your-business-a-lot-actually/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

A new Microsoft Store: What does it mean for you and your business? A lot, actually

Microsoft is launching a new version of its Store with Windows 11. There are lots of changes for consumers and businesses. source https://...
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Microsoft's data classification tool is now out of preview. We talked to Microsoft's Mike Flasko about its future.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/no-longer-in-preview-microsoft-azure-purview-is-ready-to-help-govern-your-data/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 27, 2021

No longer in preview, Microsoft Azure Purview is ready to help govern your data

Microsoft's data classification tool is now out of preview. We talked to Microsoft's Mike Flasko about its future. source https://...
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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Tech companies have to rethink the software development process and other business practices to make ethics a higher priority.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/new-deloitte-report-explains-how-facebook-and-all-tech-companies-have-to-change-to-be-more-ethical/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

New Deloitte report explains how Facebook and all tech companies have to change to be more ethical

Tech companies have to rethink the software development process and other business practices to make ethics a higher priority. source http...
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Detractors of remote and hybrid work models worry about missing spontaneous collaboration. With some thought, these moments can be actively created.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-planned-spontaneity-in-a-hybrid-work-environment/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

How to create planned spontaneity in a hybrid work environment

Detractors of remote and hybrid work models worry about missing spontaneous collaboration. With some thought, these moments can be actively ...
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AI-fueled organizations address strategy, operations, culture and change management and ecosystems, according to Deloitte's latest State of AI in the Enterprise report.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-deployments-is-your-organization-a-transformer-pathseeker-starter-or-underachiever/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

AI deployments: Is your organization a transformer, pathseeker, starter or underachiever?

AI-fueled organizations address strategy, operations, culture and change management and ecosystems, according to Deloitte's latest State...
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Data fabrics hold the key to unlocking data value. But first, business executives have to understand how fabrics work, and IT needs to know how to build them.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-help-corporate-decision-makers-become-more-comfortable-with-data-fabrics/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

How to help corporate decision-makers become more comfortable with data fabrics

Data fabrics hold the key to unlocking data value. But first, business executives have to understand how fabrics work, and IT needs to know ...
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Jack Wallen offers up what he believes are the best Android phones you can buy for the remainder of 2021.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/best-android-phone-which-one-should-you-buy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

Best Android phone for 2021: Which one should you buy?

Jack Wallen offers up what he believes are the best Android phones you can buy for the remainder of 2021. source https://www.techrepublic....
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Machine learning delivers insights in Power BI reports—and it enables you to get a large amount of data into your reports to generate those insights more quickly.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-machine-learning-speeds-up-power-bi-reports/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

How machine learning speeds up Power BI reports

Machine learning delivers insights in Power BI reports—and it enables you to get a large amount of data into your reports to generate those ...
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The stakes may not be as high as in the hit Netflix show, but you could still lose your data or identity if you fail to follow the rules for dodging the latest brand of pop-culture-themed scams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/you-definitely-dont-want-to-play-squid-game-themed-malware-is-here/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

You definitely don't want to play: Squid Game-themed malware is here

The stakes may not be as high as in the hit Netflix show, but you could still lose your data or identity if you fail to follow the rules for...
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A phishing campaign took advantage of the mail relay function on Craigslist, which allows attackers to remain anonymous, Inky says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/phishing-attack-exploits-craigslist-and-microsoft-onedrive/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

Phishing attack exploits Craigslist and Microsoft OneDrive

A phishing campaign took advantage of the mail relay function on Craigslist, which allows attackers to remain anonymous, Inky says. source...
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Supply chain attacks, misinformation campaigns, mobile malware and larger scale data breaches are just some of the threats to watch for next year, Check Point Software says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/9-key-security-threats-that-organizations-will-face-in-2022/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

9 key security threats that organizations will face in 2022

Supply chain attacks, misinformation campaigns, mobile malware and larger scale data breaches are just some of the threats to watch for next...
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Many don't think they have opportunities to grow their careers and are too overwhelmed to make changes, the report from Oracle and Workplace Intelligence said.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/report-people-feel-stuck-professionally-and-personally/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

Report: People feel stuck professionally and personally

Many don't think they have opportunities to grow their careers and are too overwhelmed to make changes, the report from Oracle and Workp...
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Jack Wallen's eyes were recently opened to the idea of kanban boards. If you've yet to realize how helpful these tools can be, read on and discover the productivity magic that awaits.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/if-youre-not-using-a-kanban-board-youre-not-as-productive-as-you-could-be/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

If you're not using a kanban board, you're not as productive as you could be

Jack Wallen's eyes were recently opened to the idea of kanban boards. If you've yet to realize how helpful these tools can be, read ...
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Even if you have no experience whatsoever with crypto or blockchain technology, you can find out all you need to know to start cryptomining.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/go-from-blockchain-beginner-to-cryptomining-master-to-start-a-new-career/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 26, 2021

Go from blockchain beginner to cryptomining master to start a new career

Even if you have no experience whatsoever with crypto or blockchain technology, you can find out all you need to know to start cryptomining....
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Monday, October 25, 2021

When you provide employees with resources to improve their health, potential benefits include increased engagement, healthier team members, reduced absenteeism and lower healthcare costs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-is-the-roi-of-your-companys-health/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

What is the ROI of your company's health?

When you provide employees with resources to improve their health, potential benefits include increased engagement, healthier team members, ...
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Cognitive bias leads to AI bias, and the garbage-in/garbage-out axiom applies. Experts offer advice on how to limit the fallout from AI bias.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/we-need-to-pay-attention-to-ai-bias-before-its-too-late/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

We need to pay attention to AI bias before it's too late

Cognitive bias leads to AI bias, and the garbage-in/garbage-out axiom applies. Experts offer advice on how to limit the fallout from AI bias...
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Learn how to use both Excel's XLOOKUP() and VLOOKUP() functions to find results between conditional benchmarks in Microsoft Excel.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-xlookup-to-find-commission-benchmarks-in-excel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

How to use XLOOKUP() to find commission benchmarks in Excel

Learn how to use both Excel's XLOOKUP() and VLOOKUP() functions to find results between conditional benchmarks in Microsoft Excel. sou...
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Upskilling can help you retain good employees and fill those difficult-to-fill positions. Tom Merritt tells us all we need to know.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-more-things-to-know-about-upskilling/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Top 5 more things to know about upskilling

Upskilling can help you retain good employees and fill those difficult-to-fill positions. Tom Merritt tells us all we need to know. source...
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Apple's Swift has far-reaching effects on all platforms, not just iOS, OS X, watchOS and tvOS. Learn why Swift matters, how to use the programming language and how it differs from Objective-C.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-swift-programming-language-the-smart-persons-guide/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Apple's Swift programming language: Cheat sheet

Apple's Swift has far-reaching effects on all platforms, not just iOS, OS X, watchOS and tvOS. Learn why Swift matters, how to use the p...
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Users are always searching for ways to make their computing lives better--the Windows 10 PowerToys are made specifically for this purpose.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-powertoys-cheat-sheet/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Windows 10 PowerToys: A cheat sheet

Users are always searching for ways to make their computing lives better--the Windows 10 PowerToys are made specifically for this purpose. ...
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If you are happy with Windows 11, you can safely remove old Windows 10 reversion files and reclaim a substantial amount of lost hard drive storage space on your PC.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-reclaim-hard-drive-space-after-upgrading-to-windows-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

How to reclaim hard drive space after upgrading to Windows 11

If you are happy with Windows 11, you can safely remove old Windows 10 reversion files and reclaim a substantial amount of lost hard drive s...
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The Shortcuts app is growing up and learning new tricks. One of those tricks is the ability to produce context-aware workflows that know about the content onscreen.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-context-aware-shortcuts-on-ios-15/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

How to create context-aware shortcuts on iOS 15

The Shortcuts app is growing up and learning new tricks. One of those tricks is the ability to produce context-aware workflows that know abo...
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Will the Great Resignation help push it the other direction? Perhaps.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-gender-pay-gap-is-getting-worse-in-the-tech-industry-study-shows/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

The gender pay gap is getting worse in the tech industry, study shows

Will the Great Resignation help push it the other direction? Perhaps. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-gender-pay-gap-is-ge...
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More than half of those surveyed by data management firm Cohesity said that companies that pay the ransom in an attack encourage ransomware and bad actors.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/companies-that-pay-ransomware-attackers-get-thumbs-down-from-consumers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Companies that pay ransomware attackers get thumbs down from consumers

More than half of those surveyed by data management firm Cohesity said that companies that pay the ransom in an attack encourage ransomware ...
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Company aims to encourage two-way interactions and make it easier to preview presentations.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/prezi-announces-new-features-to-make-video-meetings-more-interactive/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Prezi announces new features to add social media interactions to video meetings

Company aims to encourage two-way interactions and make it easier to preview presentations. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/pr...
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Law enforcement officials and cyber specialists hacked into REvil's network, gaining control of some of its servers, sources told Reuters.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/revil-ransomware-group-reportedly-taken-offline-by-multi-nation-effort/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

REvil ransomware group reportedly taken offline by multi-nation effort

Law enforcement officials and cyber specialists hacked into REvil's network, gaining control of some of its servers, sources told Reuter...
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Save time and effort using this list of handy iPadOS 15 keyboard shortcuts—and learn how to access information about all the currently available shortcuts.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ipados-15-the-10-best-multitasking-keyboard-shortcuts/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

iPadOS 15: The 10 best multitasking keyboard shortcuts

Save time and effort using this list of handy iPadOS 15 keyboard shortcuts—and learn how to access information about all the currently avail...
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Kanban and scrum make it managing development projects much easier. But what about projects of another nature? Jack Wallen has found a kanban solution that makes it possible to manage nearly anything.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/app-of-the-week-taiga-project-management/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

App of the week: Taiga Project Management

Kanban and scrum make it managing development projects much easier. But what about projects of another nature? Jack Wallen has found a kanba...
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How effectively your organization manages change plays a big role in being able to maintain a healthy culture; here are some problems and how to get through them.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/7-emotional-phases-of-change-management-and-how-to-address-them-to-maintain-a-healthy-work-culture/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

7 emotional phases of change management and how to address them to maintain a healthy work culture

How effectively your organization manages change plays a big role in being able to maintain a healthy culture; here are some problems and ho...
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After a disastrous Pixel 6 pre-order experience, Jack Wallen shares his thoughts on what Google can learn from Apple.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-is-killing-google-in-one-key-area/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Apple is killing Google in one key area

After a disastrous Pixel 6 pre-order experience, Jack Wallen shares his thoughts on what Google can learn from Apple. source https://www.t...
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No previous knowledge or experience is required to take these self-paced courses that can teach you skills to qualify for in-demand data analysis careers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/learn-the-skills-to-be-a-data-analyst-with-courses-on-python-excel-power-bi-and-more/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 25, 2021

Learn the skills to be a data analyst with courses on Python, Excel, Power BI and more

No previous knowledge or experience is required to take these self-paced courses that can teach you skills to qualify for in-demand data ana...
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Friday, October 22, 2021

Considering a new job in IT? Engineering should be on your list of options.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/it-engineering-jobs-you-should-consider/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 22, 2021

IT engineering jobs you should consider

Considering a new job in IT? Engineering should be on your list of options. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/it-engineering-job...
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Different sorts of users need different sorts of devices, and when it comes to the iPhone there are a lot to choose from. Learn which is right for your needs here.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-iphones-and-four-types-of-users-who-will-want-them/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 22, 2021

The best iPhones of 2021, and four types of users who will want them

Different sorts of users need different sorts of devices, and when it comes to the iPhone there are a lot to choose from. Learn which is rig...
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Immersed in the throes of a cyberattack is not the time to figure out how to respond. An expert offers suggestions on how to create a company-specific incident-response plan.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-to-do-if-your-small-business-is-a-victim-of-a-cyberattack/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 22, 2021

What to do if your small business is a victim of a cyberattack

Immersed in the throes of a cyberattack is not the time to figure out how to respond. An expert offers suggestions on how to create a compan...
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From managing backups and Linux distributions to troubleshooting hard drive failure and protecting company data, it's easy to see why IT pros are overwhelmed and overworked.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-it-pros-can-set-boundaries-and-protocols/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 22, 2021

How IT pros can set boundaries and protocols

From managing backups and Linux distributions to troubleshooting hard drive failure and protecting company data, it's easy to see why IT...
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You don't have to go back to school or blow your budget to train for a career in cybersecurity, which is in high demand right now.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/train-to-qualify-for-elite-positions-in-the-high-demand-field-of-cybersecurity/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 22, 2021

Train to qualify for elite positions in the high-demand field of cybersecurity

You don't have to go back to school or blow your budget to train for a career in cybersecurity, which is in high demand right now. sou...
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Thursday, October 21, 2021

Microsoft delivers the initial version of one of its key Windows 11 features. We take a first look at the WSA.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-get-started-with-the-windows-subsystem-for-android-in-windows-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

How to get started with the Windows Subsystem for Android in Windows 11

Microsoft delivers the initial version of one of its key Windows 11 features. We take a first look at the WSA. source https://www.techrepu...
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Engineers with entrepreneurial skills can make their own careers. Both talents work together to create a business that can go as high as you want.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-become-an-entrepreneurial-engineer-and-create-your-own-career-path/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

How to become an entrepreneurial engineer and create your own career path

Engineers with entrepreneurial skills can make their own careers. Both talents work together to create a business that can go as high as you...
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You don't have to go back to school or spend a fortune to acquire the skills you need to break into the tech industry. You can take self-paced courses, even if you're working full-time.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/start-training-for-a-cloud-computing-career-as-a-microsoft-azure-specialist/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 21, 2021

Start training for a cloud computing career as a Microsoft Azure specialist

You don't have to go back to school or spend a fortune to acquire the skills you need to break into the tech industry. You can take self...
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It's easier than ever to create Google Docs meetings notes connected to a Google Calendar event

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-make-meeting-notes-with-google-calendar-and-google-docs/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

How to make meeting notes with Google Calendar and Google Docs

It's easier than ever to create Google Docs meetings notes connected to a Google Calendar event source https://www.techrepublic.com/ar...
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With the new messaging service, customers can use SMS and WhatsApp to communicate directly with businesses.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/servicenows-new-messaging-service-aims-to-help-organizations-connect-with-customers-via-whatsapp/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

ServiceNow's new messaging service aims to help organizations connect with customers via WhatsApp

With the new messaging service, customers can use SMS and WhatsApp to communicate directly with businesses. source https://www.techrepubli...
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Frustrated with CentOS? Your business can depend on AlmaLinux.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/almalinux-what-it-is-and-how-to-use-it/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

AlmaLinux: What it is and how to use it

Frustrated with CentOS? Your business can depend on AlmaLinux. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/almalinux-what-it-is-and-how-to...
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A "head of remote" role could handle worker logistics, reduce tech frustrations, improve security and lead the charge to build a culture that covers hybrid, in-person and remote workers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/three-reasons-you-need-one-person-in-charge-of-the-remote-work-experience/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

Three reasons you need one person in charge of the remote work experience

A "head of remote" role could handle worker logistics, reduce tech frustrations, improve security and lead the charge to build a c...
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Adding a digital signature to your email is just one simple step you can take in your journey for more secure communications. Jack Wallen shows you how this is done in the latest version of Apple Mail.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-digitally-sign-email-in-apple-mail/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

How to digitally sign email in Apple Mail

Adding a digital signature to your email is just one simple step you can take in your journey for more secure communications. Jack Wallen sh...
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Mental health challenges rose 100%, according to new research from Glassdoor, which also lists the top 10 highest-rated companies for work-life balance during the pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/employee-burnout-climbed-143-during-the-pandemic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 21, 2021

Employee burnout climbed 143% during the pandemic

Mental health challenges rose 100%, according to new research from Glassdoor, which also lists the top 10 highest-rated companies for work-l...
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If you've ever lost all of your pinned and open tabs in Firefox, you know how frustrating it can be. Jack Wallen shows you how he backs up his session to recover tabs from the previous instance.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-backup-firefox-to-recover-a-potentially-lost-session/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

How to backup Firefox to recover a potentially lost session

If you've ever lost all of your pinned and open tabs in Firefox, you know how frustrating it can be. Jack Wallen shows you how he backs ...
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Managing passwords and privileged access is bad enough for people—but that's going to be dwarfed by the problem of dealing with non-human identities.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-bought-cloudknox-because-hybrid-multicloud-identity-is-complicated/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 21, 2021

Microsoft bought CloudKnox because hybrid multicloud identity is complicated

Managing passwords and privileged access is bad enough for people—but that's going to be dwarfed by the problem of dealing with non-huma...
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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Change is afoot in the chip manufacturing industry, and COVID-19-induced supply chain shortages aren't the only thing to blame. Deloitte says this is how semiconductor companies can respond.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-the-semiconductor-industry-is-transforming-in-the-face-of-disruption-and-shortages/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

How the semiconductor industry is transforming in the face of disruption and shortages

Change is afoot in the chip manufacturing industry, and COVID-19-induced supply chain shortages aren't the only thing to blame. Deloitte...
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There is also greater demand for junior tech talent to offset the effects of the Great Resignation—and companies must rethink their recruiting and hiring strategies, a new report finds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/remote-tech-work-is-on-the-rise-and-companies-are-hiring-faster-than-ever/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Remote tech work is on the rise, and companies are hiring faster than ever

There is also greater demand for junior tech talent to offset the effects of the Great Resignation—and companies must rethink their recruiti...
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With Parallels Desktop 17, you can run Windows 11 on Intel-based and M1-based Macs, though an M1 Mac will support only the ARM-based version of Windows 11.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-windows-11-on-a-mac/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

How to install Windows 11 on a Mac

With Parallels Desktop 17, you can run Windows 11 on Intel-based and M1-based Macs, though an M1 Mac will support only the ARM-based version...
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Gartner analyst recommends three tactics for learning the landscape and building internal skills in these early days of the quantum era.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/quantum-reality-check-gartner-expects-more-10-years-of-hype-but-cios-should-start-finding-use-cases-now/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Quantum reality check: Gartner expects more 10 years of hype but CIOs should start finding use cases now

Gartner analyst recommends three tactics for learning the landscape and building internal skills in these early days of the quantum era. s...
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A federal lawsuit filed in New York against the company argues it is misleading buyers of its "all-in-one" printers by forcing them to purchase new ink cartridges for the devices to work properly.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/canon-usa-hit-with-a-class-action-lawsuit-claiming-its-conning-consumers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Canon USA hit with a class-action lawsuit claiming it's conning consumers

A federal lawsuit filed in New York against the company argues it is misleading buyers of its "all-in-one" printers by forcing the...
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Approaches to project planning and cycles have changed for many companies as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Project managers and teams have to adapt to stay on track.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-ways-project-planning-cycles-have-changed-since-covid-19/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

3 ways project planning cycles have changed since COVID-19

Approaches to project planning and cycles have changed for many companies as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Project managers and teams h...
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Specific actions are required for self-development and to play a broader role in accelerating digital business growth, Gartner analyst says at IT Symposium/Xpo.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gartner-7-characteristics-cios-need-to-take-digital-leadership-to-the-next-level/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Gartner: 7 characteristics CIOs need to take digital leadership to the next level

Specific actions are required for self-development and to play a broader role in accelerating digital business growth, Gartner analyst says ...
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If you're looking for a new laptop that ships with Linux pre-installed, read Jack Wallen's top five picks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/best-linux-laptop-which-one-should-you-buy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Best Linux laptop for 2021: Which one should you buy?

If you're looking for a new laptop that ships with Linux pre-installed, read Jack Wallen's top five picks. source https://www.tech...
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Besides on-site and remote, there is a "3rd Way" to work/live leveraging tech, regulatory changes and everything hybrid, Gartner analyst says at IT Symposium/Xpo.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gartner-it-symposiumxpo-reinventing-how-we-work-and-live-with-hybrid-everything/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo: Reinventing how we work and live with "hybrid everything"

Besides on-site and remote, there is a "3rd Way" to work/live leveraging tech, regulatory changes and everything hybrid, Gartner a...
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Analytics applications are aimed at solving specific business problems. But what if business and data change?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/analytics-drift-what-it-is-and-how-to-manage-it-in-your-organization/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Analytics drift: What it is and how to manage it in your organization

Analytics applications are aimed at solving specific business problems. But what if business and data change? source https://www.techrepub...
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If you were hoping for truly new products you might be disappointed — Upacked 2 is all about customization options for existing products and a new lifestyle brand partnership.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-part-2-everything-samsung-announced/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Part 2: Everything Samsung announced

If you were hoping for truly new products you might be disappointed — Upacked 2 is all about customization options for existing products and...
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Jack Wallen has a bone to pick with cloud services run by Google, Microsoft and Apple.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-lovehate-relationship-the-cloud-has-with-linux/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

The love/hate relationship the cloud has with Linux

Jack Wallen has a bone to pick with cloud services run by Google, Microsoft and Apple. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-lov...
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Forrester research finds that culture is just as important as tools for encouraging business and technical teams to work together.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ceos-need-to-shift-from-tools-first-to-teams-first-thinking-to-improve-collaboration/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 20, 2021

CEOs need to shift from tools-first to teams-first thinking to improve collaboration

Forrester research finds that culture is just as important as tools for encouraging business and technical teams to work together. source ...
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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

From sophisticated camera enhancements to major battery improvements to the game-changing Tensor chip, the Pixel 6 takes Google's flagship phone to the next level.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-pixel-6-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

Google Pixel 6 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

From sophisticated camera enhancements to major battery improvements to the game-changing Tensor chip, the Pixel 6 takes Google's flagsh...
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Gartner analyst advocates for empowering variety, not plurality, as IT's new key mission, during a session at IT Symposium/Xpo Monday.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/human-centric-design-and-hybrid-work-should-be-a-normal-strategy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

Human-centric design and hybrid work should be "a normal strategy"

Gartner analyst advocates for empowering variety, not plurality, as IT's new key mission, during a session at IT Symposium/Xpo Monday. ...
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The newly announced MacBook Pro notebooks are tempting, but consider this before whipping out your credit card.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-im-not-buying-the-new-macbook-pro-and-maybe-you-shouldnt-either/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

Why I'm not buying the new MacBook Pro (and maybe you shouldn't either)

The newly announced MacBook Pro notebooks are tempting, but consider this before whipping out your credit card. source https://www.techrep...
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Tech support scams work because they try to trick people into believing there's a serious security crisis with their computers, says Norton Labs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/tech-support-scams-top-list-of-latest-phishing-threats/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

Tech support scams top list of latest phishing threats

Tech support scams work because they try to trick people into believing there's a serious security crisis with their computers, says Nor...
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Something you should be doing anyway might also be a helpful asset in retaining your best employees.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-succession-planning-for-employee-retention-in-a-tough-labor-market/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

How to use succession planning for employee retention in a tough labor market

Something you should be doing anyway might also be a helpful asset in retaining your best employees. source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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The new CX 10000 integrates security services, like a firewall, directly into a one-unit network switch deployable anywhere security and other services need to reside.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/aruba-introduces-the-industrys-first-distributed-services-switch/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

Aruba introduces the industry's first distributed services switch

The new CX 10000 integrates security services, like a firewall, directly into a one-unit network switch deployable anywhere security and oth...
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If you've ever wanted to create a custom Linux image to be used in your data center deployments, Cubic is here to make that job considerably easier.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/create-your-own-data-center-specific-linux-image-with-cubic/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

How to create your own data center-specific Linux image with Cubic

If you've ever wanted to create a custom Linux image to be used in your data center deployments, Cubic is here to make that job consider...
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Two out of three organizations surveyed by ThycoticCentrify were hit by a ransomware attack over the past 12 months, and more than 80% reportedly opted to pay the ransom.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-proactively-detect-and-prevent-ransomware-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

How to proactively detect and prevent ransomware attacks

Two out of three organizations surveyed by ThycoticCentrify were hit by a ransomware attack over the past 12 months, and more than 80% repor...
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Traditional security solutions are no longer enough to protect your organization from a data breach, Bitglass says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-keep-your-data-off-the-dark-web/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

How to keep your data off the Dark Web

Traditional security solutions are no longer enough to protect your organization from a data breach, Bitglass says. source https://www.tec...
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The M1 MacBook Pro models that creatives have been craving are finally here. We'll break down these new laptops' specs, and answer the tough questions, like whether you should upgrade.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/m1-macbook-pro-2021-which-model-is-right-for-you/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 19, 2021

M1 MacBook Pro 2021: Which model is right for you?

The M1 MacBook Pro models that creatives have been craving are finally here. We'll break down these new laptops' specs, and answer t...
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Monday, October 18, 2021

Apple announced all-new powerful M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pros in October 2021. Here's why one seasoned consultant will be purchasing the new model.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-i-am-buying-apples-new-macbook-pro/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 18, 2021

Why I am buying Apple's new MacBook Pro

Apple announced all-new powerful M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pros in October 2021. Here's why one seasoned consultant will be purchasing t...
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Weather events and port issues have caused major disruptions in the global supply chain. Tom Merritt gives us five ways to deal with it.

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October 18, 2021

Top 5 tips for dealing with supply-chain disruptions

Weather events and port issues have caused major disruptions in the global supply chain. Tom Merritt gives us five ways to deal with it. s...
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Microsoft will not automatically update unsupported PCs, so users must take it upon themselves to perform the procedure manually. But success requires a simple hack of the process.

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October 18, 2021

How to install Windows 11 on older, unsupported PCs

Microsoft will not automatically update unsupported PCs, so users must take it upon themselves to perform the procedure manually. But succes...
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Apple's latest MacBook Pro redesign promises massive improvements in performance and battery life, but is it a good investment for professionals?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/2021-macbook-pro-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

2021 MacBook Pro cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

Apple's latest MacBook Pro redesign promises massive improvements in performance and battery life, but is it a good investment for profe...
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Powered by the latest M1 Pro or M1 Max chips, the new MacBook Pro machines come in 14-inch and 16-inch models with up to 64GB of memory and as much as 8TB of storage.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-oct-18-unleashed-event-unveils-powerful-new-macbook-pro-systems/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Apple's Oct. 18 Unleashed event unveils powerful new MacBook Pro systems

Powered by the latest M1 Pro or M1 Max chips, the new MacBook Pro machines come in 14-inch and 16-inch models with up to 64GB of memory and ...
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CIOs must prioritize the same business imperatives and find the IT force multipliers to enable growth and innovation, according to a Gartner analyst during Gartner's IT Symposium.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gartner-analyst-12-technologies-to-accelerate-growth-engineer-trust-and-sculpt-change-in-2022/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Gartner analyst: 12 technologies to accelerate growth, engineer trust and sculpt change in 2022

CIOs must prioritize the same business imperatives and find the IT force multipliers to enable growth and innovation, according to a Gartner...
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Analysts listed flexible work, partnerships and freedom from old ways of thinking as top priorities for CIOs in the opening keynote at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/gartner-bring-shadow-it-into-the-light-and-get-really-good-at-building-partnerships/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Gartner: Bring shadow IT into the light and get really good at building partnerships

Analysts listed flexible work, partnerships and freedom from old ways of thinking as top priorities for CIOs in the opening keynote at Gartn...
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Commentary: Multicloud can be a smart strategy, but not for delivering infrastructure resilience, argues Gartner's Lydia Leong.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-this-gartner-analyst-thinks-multicloud-is-a-terrible-idea-to-deliver-resilience/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Why this Gartner analyst thinks multicloud is a "terrible idea" to deliver resilience

Commentary: Multicloud can be a smart strategy, but not for delivering infrastructure resilience, argues Gartner's Lydia Leong. source...
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Microsoft Excel's dynamic array function XLOOKUP() might completely replace VLOOKUP() and HLOOKUP().

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-the-newish-xlookup-dynamic-array-function-in-excel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

How to use the newish XLOOKUP() dynamic array function in Excel

Microsoft Excel's dynamic array function XLOOKUP() might completely replace VLOOKUP() and HLOOKUP(). source https://www.techrepublic.c...
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Analytics isn't an experimental application anymore. It's time for IT to create maintenance and health practices to ensure long-term analytics quality.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/4-steps-to-ensuring-your-analytics-stay-clean-and-healthy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

4 steps to ensuring your analytics stay clean and healthy

Analytics isn't an experimental application anymore. It's time for IT to create maintenance and health practices to ensure long-term...
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macOS includes a very Linux-like terminal application. Jack Wallen takes you through your first step with this powerful tool.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/macos-101-intro-to-the-terminal-window/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

macOS 101: Intro to the terminal window

macOS includes a very Linux-like terminal application. Jack Wallen takes you through your first step with this powerful tool. source https...
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While you're sipping that pumpkin spice latte, make sure to review your company's cybersecurity policies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cybersecurity-awareness-month-why-havent-you-updated-your-security-policies/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Why haven't you updated your security policies?

While you're sipping that pumpkin spice latte, make sure to review your company's cybersecurity policies. source https://www.techr...
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5G can't reach it's true potential without industry-wide openness and collaboration, said Arm, which built the new lab with early partners like Google, GSMA, NVIDIA, Tech Mahindra and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/arm-launches-5g-solutions-lab-where-companies-can-collaborate-and-test-new-innovations/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Arm launches 5G Solutions Lab where companies can collaborate and test new innovations

5G can't reach it's true potential without industry-wide openness and collaboration, said Arm, which built the new lab with early pa...
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Jack Wallen offers up what he believes are the best of the best Chromebooks to purchase for the remainder of 2021.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/best-chromebook-which-one-should-you-buy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Best Chromebook for 2021: Which one should you buy?

Jack Wallen offers up what he believes are the best of the best Chromebooks to purchase for the remainder of 2021. source https://www.tech...
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Being a good analyst involves being good at numbers as well as knowing how to share bad news, according to one senior business intelligence analyst.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/behind-the-scenes-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-business-analyst/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

Behind the scenes: A day in the life of a business analyst

Being a good analyst involves being good at numbers as well as knowing how to share bad news, according to one senior business intelligence ...
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Truck safety is a major focus for the trucking industry. Now there is artificial intelligence that can make a real-time difference in lives, money and on-road safety.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-iot-and-ai-are-helping-keep-truck-drivers-safe/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 18, 2021

How IoT and AI are helping keep truck drivers safe

Truck safety is a major focus for the trucking industry. Now there is artificial intelligence that can make a real-time difference in lives,...
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The 2021 conference season is going to be a strange one, with many events still TBA or online only due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/2021-tech-events-summits-and-conferences-to-add-to-your-calendar/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 18, 2021

2021 tech events, summits and conferences to add to your calendar

The 2021 conference season is going to be a strange one, with many events still TBA or online only due to the COVID-19 pandemic. source ht...
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Friday, October 15, 2021

If you are interested in pursuing a career in data science, this primer is a good reference for information about necessary skills, salaries, training resources and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/cheat-sheet-how-to-become-a-data-scientist/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 15, 2021

How to become a data scientist: A cheat sheet

If you are interested in pursuing a career in data science, this primer is a good reference for information about necessary skills, salaries...
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Commentary: Though the cloud keeps changing how we build applications, the way we market it has hardly changed at all.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-cloud-has-changed-everything-except-how-we-market-it/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 15, 2021

The cloud has changed everything–except how we market it

Commentary: Though the cloud keeps changing how we build applications, the way we market it has hardly changed at all. source https://www....
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Apple's Swift has far-reaching effects on all platforms, not just iOS, OS X, watchOS and tvOS. Learn why Swift matters, how to use the programming language and how it differs from Objective-C.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-swift-programming-language-the-smart-persons-guide/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 15, 2021

Apple's Swift programming language: Cheat sheet

Apple's Swift has far-reaching effects on all platforms, not just iOS, OS X, watchOS and tvOS. Learn why Swift matters, how to use the p...
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This week the White House held a summit with various nations to address the threat of ransomware. Learn some of the takeaways and why certain nations were excluded.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-white-house-holds-an-international-summit-on-ransomware-what-you-should-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 15, 2021

The White House's international summit on ransomware: What you should know

This week the White House held a summit with various nations to address the threat of ransomware. Learn some of the takeaways and why certai...
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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Running Windows Server on your own infrastructure and using cloud services to do it offers lots of benefits. But that cloud harmony means subscriptions rather than unsupported free operating systems.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-microsoft-thinks-you-dont-need-another-free-hyper-v-server-sku/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 14, 2021

Why Microsoft thinks you don't need another free Hyper-V Server SKU

Running Windows Server on your own infrastructure and using cloud services to do it offers lots of benefits. But that cloud harmony means su...
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As Google Docs officially turns 15 years old, we look at some of the app's most interesting features.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/google-docs-15-best-features-of-the-app/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

Happy birthday, Google Docs! The app's 15 best features

As Google Docs officially turns 15 years old, we look at some of the app's most interesting features. source https://www.techrepublic....
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Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, project teams have changed—and they continue to change—from the way they look to how they think and engage.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-primary-ways-project-teams-are-changing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 14, 2021

3 primary ways project teams are changing

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, project teams have changed—and they continue to change—from the way they look to how they think an...
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A voice phishing campaign spotted by Armorblox tried to convince people to give the attackers access to their computer.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-a-vishing-attack-spoofed-microsoft-to-try-to-gain-remote-access/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

How a vishing attack spoofed Microsoft to try to gain remote access

A voice phishing campaign spotted by Armorblox tried to convince people to give the attackers access to their computer. source https://www...
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The new ransomware family, called Yanluowang, appears to still be under development and lacks some sophisticated features found in similar code. Nonetheless, Symantec said, it's dangerous.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/broadcom-softwares-symantec-threat-hunter-team-discovers-first-of-its-kind-ransomware/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

Broadcom Software's Symantec Threat Hunter Team discovers first-of-its-kind ransomware

The new ransomware family, called Yanluowang, appears to still be under development and lacks some sophisticated features found in similar c...
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From purchase and deployment to decommissioning and disposal, guidelines help organizations keep hardware safe and secure.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/right-to-repair-movement-inspires-businesses-to-revisit-their-own-hardware-policies/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 14, 2021

Right to Repair movement inspires businesses to revisit their own hardware policies

From purchase and deployment to decommissioning and disposal, guidelines help organizations keep hardware safe and secure. source https://...
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You can tweak many of the features in Windows 11 to make the new OS look and work the way you prefer.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/11-tips-for-personalizing-windows-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 14, 2021

11 tips for personalizing Windows 11

You can tweak many of the features in Windows 11 to make the new OS look and work the way you prefer. source https://www.techrepublic.com/...
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Learn a long-time technology consultant's recommended best Mac laptop builds for 2021, whether you're an average, mobile or even demanding business user.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-best-macbook-builds/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 14, 2021

The best MacBook builds for 2021

Learn a long-time technology consultant's recommended best Mac laptop builds for 2021, whether you're an average, mobile or even dem...
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Here's how to use and customize the Search tool in Windows 11 to quickly get the results you need.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-search-for-apps-files-and-other-items-in-windows-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

How to search for apps, files and other items in Windows 11

Here's how to use and customize the Search tool in Windows 11 to quickly get the results you need. source https://www.techrepublic.com...
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Switching the SSH listening port is an easy way to help secure remote login on your Linux servers. But when SELinux is involved, you have to take a few extra steps. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-configure-ssh-to-use-a-non-standard-port-with-selinux-set-to-enforcing/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

How to configure SSH to use a non-standard port with SELinux set to enforcing

Switching the SSH listening port is an easy way to help secure remote login on your Linux servers. But when SELinux is involved, you have to...
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The goal is to enhance the developer experience wherever they work, the company said.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/canonical-unveils-ubuntu-21-10/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 14, 2021

Canonical unveils Ubuntu 21.10

The goal is to enhance the developer experience wherever they work, the company said. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/canonica...
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If you need to work with GitHub, but don't have time to get up to speed with the git command line, Jack Wallen believes the GitHub Desktop app is the perfect tool for the job.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-get-started-with-github-desktop-for-a-seamless-git-workflow/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

How to get started with GitHub Desktop for a seamless Git workflow

If you need to work with GitHub, but don't have time to get up to speed with the git command line, Jack Wallen believes the GitHub Deskt...
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It's really not hard to acquire the certifications and skills you need to land lucrative tech industry jobs, even if you have no previous experience and are working full-time.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/prepare-for-the-certifications-you-need-for-a-coding-career/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 14, 2021

Prepare for the certifications you need for a coding career

It's really not hard to acquire the certifications and skills you need to land lucrative tech industry jobs, even if you have no previou...
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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

What do you really think about your company's cybersecurity strategy? Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/whats-your-organizations-cybersecurity-strategy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Has COVID-19 or supply chain issues affected your organization's cybersecurity plans?

What do you really think about your company's cybersecurity strategy? Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us. source http...
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CIOs have had their hands full since the start of the pandemic with three risk management and governance priorities weighing heavily on their minds.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-risk-management-priorities-cios-are-focused-on-right-now/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

3 risk management priorities CIOs are focused on right now

CIOs have had their hands full since the start of the pandemic with three risk management and governance priorities weighing heavily on thei...
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Planning your vacations with the same rigor and diligence you'd apply to any other project can make you a more effective leader and set an example for your teams.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-power-and-importance-of-vacation-planning-in-executive-leadership/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

The power and importance of vacation planning in executive leadership

Planning your vacations with the same rigor and diligence you'd apply to any other project can make you a more effective leader and set ...
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More than a quarter of executives surveyed by PwC expect double-digit growth in security budgets in 2022. The trick is to spend that money wisely and effectively.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-get-the-most-bang-for-your-buck-out-of-your-cybersecurity-budget/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 13, 2021

How to get the most bang for your buck out of your cybersecurity budget

More than a quarter of executives surveyed by PwC expect double-digit growth in security budgets in 2022. The trick is to spend that money w...
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Apple's new M1 chips make MacBook Pros and iPad Pros faster than ever. But is there a big difference between the two? Erik Eckel aimed to find out.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/m1-macbook-pro-vs-m1-ipad-pro-which-is-quickest-in-the-real-world/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

M1 MacBook Pro vs M1 iPad Pro: Which is quickest in the real world?

Apple's new M1 chips make MacBook Pros and iPad Pros faster than ever. But is there a big difference between the two? Erik Eckel aimed t...
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If you miss Outlook categories, here's how to run this VBScript procedure to get them back.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-vbs-to-set-categories-for-items-in-outlook/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

How to use VBS to set categories for items in Outlook

If you miss Outlook categories, here's how to run this VBScript procedure to get them back. source https://www.techrepublic.com/articl...
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With the influx of remote workers, companies must develop and implement guidelines to ensure network security.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/vpn-and-mobile-vpn-how-to-pick-the-best-security-solution-for-your-company/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

VPN and mobile VPN: How to pick the best security solution for your company

With the influx of remote workers, companies must develop and implement guidelines to ensure network security. source https://www.techrepu...
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Needing extra inspiration at work? We gathered the best quotes that any Trekkie will love.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/20-star-trek-quotes-to-help-you-boldly-go-through-the-workday/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

21 Star Trek quotes to help you boldly go through the workday

Needing extra inspiration at work? We gathered the best quotes that any Trekkie will love. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/20-...
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Surprise: There's another fall Apple event, and it could mean new MacBooks.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-october-18-event-what-to-expect-and-how-to-watch/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Apple's October 18 event: What to expect and how to watch

Surprise: There's another fall Apple event, and it could mean new MacBooks. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apples-october...
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If you're unhappy with the default Chromebook menu/app launcher, there's an experimental option in the dev channel you can try out. Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-test-drive-the-exciting-new-chrome-os-productivity-launcher/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

How to test drive the exciting new Chrome OS Productivity Launcher

If you're unhappy with the default Chromebook menu/app launcher, there's an experimental option in the dev channel you can try out. ...
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A ransomware kit costs as little as $66, though it needs to be modified, while a spearphishing attack can run as low as $100, says Altas VPN.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dark-web-many-cybercrime-services-sell-for-less-than-500/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Dark Web: Many cybercrime services sell for less than $500

A ransomware kit costs as little as $66, though it needs to be modified, while a spearphishing attack can run as low as $100, says Altas VPN...
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The company said it has formed more than 170 training partnerships and program expansions in more than 30 countries.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ibm-commits-to-trainingre-skilling-30-million-people-globally-by-2030/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

IBM commits to training/re-skilling 30 million people globally by 2030

The company said it has formed more than 170 training partnerships and program expansions in more than 30 countries. source https://www.te...
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New MacBook Pro models are expected to be released. Here's what we're looking for out of next week's Apple event.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/apple-unleashed-new-macbooks-are-expected-heres-what-business-pros-hope-for/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Apple Unleashed: New MacBooks are expected—here's what business pros want

New MacBook Pro models are expected to be released. Here's what we're looking for out of next week's Apple event. source https...
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Clara Shih, CEO of Service Cloud at Salesforce, explains Salesforce Service Cloud's three-pillar approach to automation and AI and how the technology is transforming customer service.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/will-automation-and-ai-actually-improve-customer-service-calls-salesforce-thinks-so/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Will automation and AI actually improve customer service calls? Salesforce thinks so

Clara Shih, CEO of Service Cloud at Salesforce, explains Salesforce Service Cloud's three-pillar approach to automation and AI and how t...
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CEO Jason Chen announced the expansion of Acer's Vero line of environmentally-friendly PCs into the business realm, and a new laptop for 3D content creators stole the show from other devices.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/glasses-free-3d-and-recycled-business-laptops-the-latest-hardware-announcements-from-acer/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Glasses-free 3D and recycled business laptops: The latest hardware announcements from Acer

CEO Jason Chen announced the expansion of Acer's Vero line of environmentally-friendly PCs into the business realm, and a new laptop for...
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How can you protect your network and data from consent phishing attacks? Microsoft's new app compliance program can help.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/securing-microsoft-365-with-app-governance/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

How to secure Microsoft 365 with app governance

How can you protect your network and data from consent phishing attacks? Microsoft's new app compliance program can help. source https...
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It's now even easier to install Windows Subsystem for Linux on Windows 11. Jack Wallen lets you in on how it's done.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-adds-windows-subsystem-for-linux-preview-to-windows-11-microsoft-app-store/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Microsoft adds Windows Subsystem for Linux Preview to Windows 11 Microsoft App Store

It's now even easier to install Windows Subsystem for Linux on Windows 11. Jack Wallen lets you in on how it's done. source https:...
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Two recent reports underscore the impact of the Great Resignation, as workers leave their jobs in droves. Here's how businesses are responding.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/as-the-great-resignation-accelerates-execs-scramble-to-address-the-labor-shortage/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 13, 2021

As the Great Resignation accelerates, execs scramble to address the labor shortage

Two recent reports underscore the impact of the Great Resignation, as workers leave their jobs in droves. Here's how businesses are resp...
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Getting more done in less time and with less effort is simply a matter of developing the right skills, and this training is far more effective than learning by trial and error.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/learn-the-linux-and-git-skills-that-will-streamline-your-workflow-and-turbocharge-your-productivity/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 13, 2021

Learn the Linux and Git skills that will streamline your workflow and turbocharge your productivity

Getting more done in less time and with less effort is simply a matter of developing the right skills, and this training is far more effecti...
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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Is the metaverse the same as VR? Which companies are building the metaverse? What is the metaverse's connection to hybrid work? Get answers to these questions and much more in this metaverse primer.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/metaverse-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 12, 2021

Metaverse cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

Is the metaverse the same as VR? Which companies are building the metaverse? What is the metaverse's connection to hybrid work? Get answ...
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Commentary: Developers make a good living, but industries that entertain tend to pay better.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-highest-paying-industries-for-software-engineers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

The highest paying industries for software engineers

Commentary: Developers make a good living, but industries that entertain tend to pay better. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/t...
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From cases to charging to wallets, Apple's MagSafe charging for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 series have given rise to a huge ecosystem of accessories, and these 10 stand out as particularly useful.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/10-essential-magsafe-accessories-for-iphone/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

10 essential MagSafe accessories for iPhone for 2021

From cases to charging to wallets, Apple's MagSafe charging for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 series have given rise to a huge ecosystem o...
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Being in charge of web development for a website accessibility company requires curiosity and passion, according to the CTO at accessiBe.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/behind-the-scenes-from-web-developer-to-cto/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

Behind the scenes: From web developer to CTO

Being in charge of web development for a website accessibility company requires curiosity and passion, according to the CTO at accessiBe. ...
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You can develop the skills to qualify you for a variety of tech careers all online and on your own schedule.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/get-lifetime-access-to-9-courses-to-help-you-pass-the-most-popular-comptia-exams/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

Get lifetime access to 9 courses to help you pass the most popular CompTIA exams

You can develop the skills to qualify you for a variety of tech careers all online and on your own schedule. source https://www.techrepubl...
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Changing the default browser is more challenging in Windows 11 than in Windows 10. But you can still do it. Here's how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-change-the-default-browser-in-windows-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

How to change the default browser in Windows 11

Changing the default browser is more challenging in Windows 11 than in Windows 10. But you can still do it. Here's how. source https:/...
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Did you know there's a way to check and see how much memory each app is using on your Android device? Jack Wallen shows you how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-find-out-which-android-apps-are-using-the-most-memory/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

How to find out which Android apps are using the most memory

Did you know there's a way to check and see how much memory each app is using on your Android device? Jack Wallen shows you how. sourc...
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Though the final price for a cybercriminal's services is usually negotiated, personal attacks are the most expensive, says Comparitech.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-it-costs-to-hire-a-hacker-on-the-dark-web/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

What it costs to hire a hacker on the Dark Web

Though the final price for a cybercriminal's services is usually negotiated, personal attacks are the most expensive, says Comparitech. ...
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With more workers at home than ever before, security has become an even bigger concern. Tom Merritt shows us how to be extra safe.

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October 12, 2021

Top 5 tips for remote security

With more workers at home than ever before, security has become an even bigger concern. Tom Merritt shows us how to be extra safe. source ...
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Changing numerous tables in a Word document one by one would be a tedious project. Instead, use VBA!

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-vba-to-modify-tables-in-microsoft-word/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

How to use VBA to modify tables in Microsoft Word

Changing numerous tables in a Word document one by one would be a tedious project. Instead, use VBA! source https://www.techrepublic.com/a...
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In a survey by BlueVoyant, 97% of people said they've been impacted by a security breach that occurred in their supply chain.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-protect-your-organization-from-security-threats-across-your-supply-chain/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

How to protect your organization from security threats across your supply chain

In a survey by BlueVoyant, 97% of people said they've been impacted by a security breach that occurred in their supply chain. source h...
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At some point in your budding container career, you're going to have to build an image and push it to a Docker Hub repository. Jack Wallen shows you how to do just that.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-build-a-docker-image-and-upload-it-to-docker-hub/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

How to build a Docker image and upload it to Docker Hub

At some point in your budding container career, you're going to have to build an image and push it to a Docker Hub repository. Jack Wall...
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Don't like the Windows 11 Start menu? Consider a Start menu alternative such as Stardock's Start 11. You can go back to the Start menu styles of older versions of Windows.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-replace-the-windows-11-start-menu-with-stardocks-start-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

How to replace the Windows 11 Start menu with Stardock's Start 11

Don't like the Windows 11 Start menu? Consider a Start menu alternative such as Stardock's Start 11. You can go back to the Start me...
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The company's new GI Genius uses AI to provide a second set of eyes for doctors and looks for suspicious spots on colonoscopy scans.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/medtech-giant-medtronic-sharpens-its-digital-transformation-strategy-to-make-data-top-priority/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 12, 2021

Medtech giant Medtronic sharpens its digital transformation strategy to make data top priority

The company's new GI Genius uses AI to provide a second set of eyes for doctors and looks for suspicious spots on colonoscopy scans. s...
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Monday, October 11, 2021

Indeed says the success of the crypto industry has resulted in a 118% jump in career postings for work in the field compared with last year.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/listings-for-cryptocurrency-and-blockchain-jobs-skyrocket-in-2021/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

Listings for cryptocurrency and blockchain jobs skyrocket in 2021

Indeed says the success of the crypto industry has resulted in a 118% jump in career postings for work in the field compared with last year....
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Windows 11 security measures can decrease PC performance. Under certain circumstances these security protocols can be disabled to get that performance back.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-disable-vbs-to-increase-windows-11-performance-and-why-you-shouldnt/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

How to disable VBS to increase Windows 11 performance, and why you shouldn't

Windows 11 security measures can decrease PC performance. Under certain circumstances these security protocols can be disabled to get that p...
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Now you can pick up some of the most useful and in-demand skills that can lead to a successful career in the tech industry, even if you have no prior experience.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/learn-the-python-and-git-skills-you-need-to-break-into-a-new-tech-career/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

Learn the Python and Git skills you need to break into a new tech career

Now you can pick up some of the most useful and in-demand skills that can lead to a successful career in the tech industry, even if you have...
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As a result of the pandemic, 69% of respondents will spend the same amount (or more) as last year on digital transformation projects.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/survey-covid-19-continues-to-impact-digital-transformation-plans/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

Survey: COVID-19 continues to impact digital transformation plans

As a result of the pandemic, 69% of respondents will spend the same amount (or more) as last year on digital transformation projects. sour...
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Though the Windows 11 Start menu is limited in terms of customization, you can still take certain steps to make it work the way you want.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-tweak-the-windows-11-start-menu/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

How to tweak the Windows 11 Start menu

Though the Windows 11 Start menu is limited in terms of customization, you can still take certain steps to make it work the way you want. ...
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After five quarters of double-digit gains, the PC market grew by just 5% last quarter as vendors struggled to fulfill an order backlog, Canalys says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/global-pc-shipment-growth-drops-as-supply-fails-to-meet-demand/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

Global PC shipment growth drops as supply fails to meet demand

After five quarters of double-digit gains, the PC market grew by just 5% last quarter as vendors struggled to fulfill an order backlog, Cana...
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More business is conducted online than ever, and companies that recognize the need to develop a digital transformation strategy to meet Millennials and younger people where they are can benefit.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/5-benefits-of-developing-a-modern-digital-transformation-strategy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

5 benefits of developing a digital transformation strategy

More business is conducted online than ever, and companies that recognize the need to develop a digital transformation strategy to meet Mill...
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If you were ever curious as to the difference between a Linux desktop environment and a window manager, Jack Wallen is here to clear that up.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/linux-101-whats-the-difference-between-a-desktop-environment-and-a-window-manager/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

Linux 101: What's the difference between a desktop environment and a window manager?

If you were ever curious as to the difference between a Linux desktop environment and a window manager, Jack Wallen is here to clear that up...
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Looking for a way to take the guesswork out of what tabs you have open on your Chromebook? Jack Wallen thinks this Chrome experiment can help.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-enable-an-improved-chromeos-tab-card-for-better-tab-management/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

How to enable an improved ChromeOS tab card for better tab management

Looking for a way to take the guesswork out of what tabs you have open on your Chromebook? Jack Wallen thinks this Chrome experiment can hel...
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There hasn't been any other language atop the monthly index since 2001, making its topping of TIOBE just one more feather in Python's ever-plumier hat.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/python-ends-c-and-javas-20-year-reign-atop-the-tiobe-index/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

Python ends C and Java's 20-year reign atop the TIOBE index

There hasn't been any other language atop the monthly index since 2001, making its topping of TIOBE just one more feather in Python'...
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To create a dual-color circle, you'll need a few tricks up your sleeve because PowerPoint doesn't have a semi-circle shape. Learn two ways to create semi-circles, so you can combine them.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-a-dual-color-circle-in-powerpoint/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

How to create a dual-color circle in PowerPoint

To create a dual-color circle, you'll need a few tricks up your sleeve because PowerPoint doesn't have a semi-circle shape. Learn tw...
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Over the second quarter of the year, 73% of ransomware detections were related to the REvil/Sodinokibi family, while Darkside attacks expanded to more industries, McAfee says.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-combat-the-most-prevalent-ransomware-threats/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 11, 2021

How to combat the most prevalent ransomware threats

Over the second quarter of the year, 73% of ransomware detections were related to the REvil/Sodinokibi family, while Darkside attacks expand...
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Friday, October 8, 2021

Cloud file storage has become a necessity for almost every business user. Two heavyweights lead the fight, but one boasts an edge in convenience when using Apple hardware.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/icloud-vs-onedrive-which-is-best-for-mac-ipad-and-iphone-users/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

iCloud vs. OneDrive: Which is best for Mac, iPad and iPhone users?

Cloud file storage has become a necessity for almost every business user. Two heavyweights lead the fight, but one boasts an edge in conveni...
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IBM's vice president for open technology and developer advocacy shares his insights into what makes working with open source developers unique and talks about some of the coolest open tech projects IBM is working on.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/open-source-developers-are-unique-tips-for-working-with-and-managing-community-centric-dev-teams/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

Open source developers are unique: Tips for working with and managing community-centric dev teams

IBM's vice president for open technology and developer advocacy shares his insights into what makes working with open source developers ...
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No-code tools can be helpful in democratizing data science and providing fast results for users, but IT's old school 80:20 rule definitely applies.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/an-old-school-trick-to-manage-no-code-analytics-reports/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

An old-school trick to manage no-code analytics reports

No-code tools can be helpful in democratizing data science and providing fast results for users, but IT's old school 80:20 rule definite...
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When it comes to fast, informal online research, the Google Keep Chrome extension could be the ticket. Just save a link—along with a label and note—then export your Keep notes to Google Docs.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-google-keep-for-web-research/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

How to use Google Keep for web research

When it comes to fast, informal online research, the Google Keep Chrome extension could be the ticket. Just save a link—along with a label a...
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A refreshed mobile app, e-signature software, cloud-based note taking and new integrations for Microsoft 365, Slack and Zoom were also announced.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/box-introduces-new-anti-ransomware-capabilities-and-other-new-features-at-boxworks-2021/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

Box introduces new anti-ransomware capabilities and other new features at BoxWorks 2021

A refreshed mobile app, e-signature software, cloud-based note taking and new integrations for Microsoft 365, Slack and Zoom were also annou...
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With video use on the rise across the board, new technologies are being deployed to prevent it from being pirated or showing up in places it shouldn't.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/motion-picture-academy-employs-cutting-edge-tech-to-keep-oscar-contenders-secure/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

Motion Picture Academy employs cutting-edge tech to keep Oscar contenders secure

With video use on the rise across the board, new technologies are being deployed to prevent it from being pirated or showing up in places it...
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Do you know what CRON is? How to set password policies from the Linux CLI? How to use SELinux? If you answered no to any of those questions, these downloads are for you.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/four-essential-downloads-for-linux-administrators-and-those-who-want-to-be-one/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

Four essential downloads for Linux administrators, and those who want to be one

Do you know what CRON is? How to set password policies from the Linux CLI? How to use SELinux? If you answered no to any of those questions,...
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Many leaders complaining about the difficulty in finding talent should try applying for a job at their company. They may be surprised by what they discover.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/have-you-applied-for-a-job-at-your-company/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

Have you applied for a job at your company?

Many leaders complaining about the difficulty in finding talent should try applying for a job at their company. They may be surprised by wha...
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Train for a well-paid tech career with these inexpensive self-paced exam prep courses, then you can get your certifications with confidence.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/start-a-new-career-as-an-aws-professional/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 08, 2021

Start a new career as an AWS professional

Train for a well-paid tech career with these inexpensive self-paced exam prep courses, then you can get your certifications with confidence....
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Thursday, October 7, 2021

Analytics has played a significant role in the fight against COVID-19. Would we be as far along in the battle without it?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-covid-is-changing-data-analytics/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 07, 2021

How COVID is changing data analytics

Analytics has played a significant role in the fight against COVID-19. Would we be as far along in the battle without it? source https://w...
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Inventory reports are a common request when administering a VMware vCenter environment. Learn how this VMware PowerShell script can make such requests quick and easy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-gather-your-vcenter-inventory-data-with-this-vmware-powershell-script/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 07, 2021

How to gather your vCenter inventory data with this VMware PowerShell script

Inventory reports are a common request when administering a VMware vCenter environment. Learn how this VMware PowerShell script can make suc...
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Vulnerability scanners are not enough, according to an expert who champions an all-encompassing holistic approach to vulnerability management as a means to eliminate surprises.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/a-holistic-approach-to-vulnerability-management-solidifies-cyberdefenses/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 07, 2021

A holistic approach to vulnerability management solidifies cyberdefenses

Vulnerability scanners are not enough, according to an expert who champions an all-encompassing holistic approach to vulnerability managemen...
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The addition of Reveal(x) Advisor services to the Reveal(x) 360 network detection and response tools helps organizations proactively manage cybersecurity hygiene and accelerate incident response.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/extrahop-adds-new-threat-hunting-and-network-advisory-services-to-revealx-360-ndr/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 07, 2021

ExtraHop adds new threat hunting and network advisory services to Reveal(x) 360 NDR

The addition of Reveal(x) Advisor services to the Reveal(x) 360 network detection and response tools helps organizations proactively manage ...
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A Zendesk report found a series of commonalities among companies it calls CX champions. Do your organization's CX goals line up with those of CX-maturity leaders?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/3-key-signs-of-customer-experience-maturity/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 07, 2021

3 key signs of customer experience maturity

A Zendesk report found a series of commonalities among companies it calls CX champions. Do your organization's CX goals line up with tho...
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Jack Wallen offers a different method of securing SSH that could be rather timely in helping to lock down your Linux servers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/a-unique-method-of-securing-ssh/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 07, 2021

How to use this unique method of securing SSH

Jack Wallen offers a different method of securing SSH that could be rather timely in helping to lock down your Linux servers. source https...
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Not all sorts in Excel are alphabetical. Sometimes, you need to sort by an irregular set of terms, and when that happens, you need to create a custom sort. Here's how.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-a-custom-sort-when-a-regular-sort-wont-do-in-excel/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 07, 2021

How to create a custom sort when a regular sort won't do in Excel

Not all sorts in Excel are alphabetical. Sometimes, you need to sort by an irregular set of terms, and when that happens, you need to create...
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If your business needs a powerful search and analytics engine, Elasticsearch might be just the ticket. Jack Wallen shows you how to get this and a handy web browser add-on up and running.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-install-the-elasticsearch-analytics-engine-with-a-handy-gui-on-almalinux/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 07, 2021

How to install the Elasticsearch analytics engine with a handy GUI on AlmaLinux

If your business needs a powerful search and analytics engine, Elasticsearch might be just the ticket. Jack Wallen shows you how to get this...
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Now you can prepare for six certification exams in CompTIA Cybersecurity, Python, GDPR and ITIL.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/get-certified-on-microsoft-python-cybersecurity-gdpr-and-more/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 07, 2021

Get certified on Microsoft, Python, cybersecurity, GDPR and more

Now you can prepare for six certification exams in CompTIA Cybersecurity, Python, GDPR and ITIL. source https://www.techrepublic.com/artic...
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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us about your company's cybersecurity strategies for the upcoming year.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/whats-your-organizations-cybersecurity-strategy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 06, 2021

Does your company have a cybersecurity strategy? Is it any good?

Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us about your company's cybersecurity strategies for the upcoming year. source https:...
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Tom Merritt tells you how to recover or thrive in this post COVID-19 world.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-tech-tips-for-a-post-pandemic-business/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

Top 5 tech tips for a post-pandemic business

Tom Merritt tells you how to recover or thrive in this post COVID-19 world. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/top-5-tech-tips-fo...
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Common wisdom suggests that we should treat our teams as fragile and avoid overburdening our resources. In some cases, the opposite is true.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/if-youre-asking-for-more-from-your-teams-you-should-ask-the-same-of-yourself/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

If you're asking for more from your teams, you should ask the same of yourself

Common wisdom suggests that we should treat our teams as fragile and avoid overburdening our resources. In some cases, the opposite is true....
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Windows 11 is now available as an update for users who can meet the prerequisites. To make the best of this pending transition you should have a plan of action ready to go.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/11-things-to-do-when-you-get-windows-11/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 06, 2021

11 things to do when you get Windows 11

Windows 11 is now available as an update for users who can meet the prerequisites. To make the best of this pending transition you should ha...
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No prior experience or knowledge is required to start learning everything you need to begin a new career that will have you looking forward to your workdays.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/banish-the-boredom-at-work-become-a-game-developer/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 06, 2021

Banish the boredom at work: Become a game developer

No prior experience or knowledge is required to start learning everything you need to begin a new career that will have you looking forward ...
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Unrelated to other recent problems Facebook has had, this particular batch of data was scraped from profiles, meaning it's publicly available knowledge. That doesn't stop it from being dangerous.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/over-1-5-billion-facebook-users-personal-data-found-for-sale-on-hacker-forum/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

Over 1.5 billion Facebook users' personal data found for sale on hacker forum

Unrelated to other recent problems Facebook has had, this particular batch of data was scraped from profiles, meaning it's publicly avai...
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D-Wave updates its product roadmap with a new qubit design and a gate-model computing system.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/quantum-news-zapata-aims-compute-power-toward-the-search-for-signs-of-life-in-outer-space/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

Quantum news: Zapata aims compute power toward the search for signs of life in outer space

D-Wave updates its product roadmap with a new qubit design and a gate-model computing system. source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/...
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Anyone who needs to hide away sections of text in Google Documents should give this handy add-on a try.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-encrypt-specific-sections-of-google-docs-with-the-docsecrets-add-on/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 06, 2021

How to encrypt specific sections of Google Docs with the DocSecrets add-on

Anyone who needs to hide away sections of text in Google Documents should give this handy add-on a try. source https://www.techrepublic.co...
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Commentary: The big cloud providers have a lot going for them when it comes to artificial intelligence. Does that mean these cloud providers are the only game in town?

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/will-the-cloud-eat-your-ai/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

Will the cloud eat your AI?

Commentary: The big cloud providers have a lot going for them when it comes to artificial intelligence. Does that mean these cloud providers...
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Jack Wallen comes away from using Ubuntu 21.10 with the conclusion Impish Indri is the not only the most polished release from Canonical, but the most performant.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ubuntu-21-10-is-upon-us-and-its-small-changes-for-major-improvements/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

Ubuntu 21.10 is upon us and it's small changes for major improvements

Jack Wallen comes away from using Ubuntu 21.10 with the conclusion Impish Indri is the not only the most polished release from Canonical, bu...
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Commentary: At last, storage is fueling the big data hype, which is also fueling artificial intelligence.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ai-is-finally-booming-now-that-big-data-has-become-easy/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

AI is finally booming now that big data has become easy

Commentary: At last, storage is fueling the big data hype, which is also fueling artificial intelligence. source https://www.techrepublic....
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A flaw in Coinbase's setup of SMS-based MFA allowed attackers to compromise a large number of accounts.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-a-phishing-attack-thwarted-mfa-to-steal-money-from-coinbase-customers/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
byNatsla Global
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October 06, 2021

How a phishing attack thwarted MFA to steal money from Coinbase customers

A flaw in Coinbase's setup of SMS-based MFA allowed attackers to compromise a large number of accounts. source https://www.techrepubli...
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The job market has been moving and shaking since COVID-19 began. It's a job seeker's market, and these 10 websites specialize in matching tech professionals with the companies that want them.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/10-job-boards-designed-for-tech-professionals/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 06, 2021

10 job boards designed for tech professionals

The job market has been moving and shaking since COVID-19 began. It's a job seeker's market, and these 10 websites specialize in mat...
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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Enterprises are worried about exactly the issues that Windows 11 helps with, and the hardware specs mean future security improvements like more app containers.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-windows-11s-security-is-such-a-big-deal/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Why Windows 11's security is such a big deal

Enterprises are worried about exactly the issues that Windows 11 helps with, and the hardware specs mean future security improvements like m...
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In-memory data storage has the potential to unlock big data file processing—and now new virtualization concepts are bringing it to life.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/big-data-memory-tech-is-improving-genome-research/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Big data memory tech is improving genome research

In-memory data storage has the potential to unlock big data file processing—and now new virtualization concepts are bringing it to life. s...
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Comparing Google Workspace's and Microsoft 365's productivity and collaboration tools will help you decide which one is the best for you.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/analysis-google-workspace-or-microsoft-365/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Analysis: Google Workspace or Microsoft 365?

Comparing Google Workspace's and Microsoft 365's productivity and collaboration tools will help you decide which one is the best for...
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Workers continue to quit in droves, with the tech industry particularly hard hit, says Workforce Logiq. Businesses that want to avoid an employee hemorrhage need to act.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-your-organization-can-avoid-falling-prey-to-the-great-resignation/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

How your organization can avoid falling prey to the Great Resignation

Workers continue to quit in droves, with the tech industry particularly hard hit, says Workforce Logiq. Businesses that want to avoid an emp...
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Jack Wallen dispenses his bi-annual advice to Android users on how to avoid falling prey to malicious apps and bad actors.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/mobile-security-its-time-for-a-little-tough-love-for-android-users/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Mobile security: It's time for a little tough love for Android users

Jack Wallen dispenses his bi-annual advice to Android users on how to avoid falling prey to malicious apps and bad actors. source https://...
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This comprehensive guide covers must-know Windows 10 details including features, system requirements, upgrade options and Microsoft's Windows-as-a-service strategy.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-10-the-smart-persons-guide/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Windows 10: A cheat sheet

This comprehensive guide covers must-know Windows 10 details including features, system requirements, upgrade options and Microsoft's Wi...
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Free for the first 60 days, the new service is designed to help you better understand your organization's exposure to ransomware and automate the steps needed to reduce your risk.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/qualys-ransomware-risk-assessment-service-aims-to-help-you-thwart-potential-attacks/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Qualys Ransomware Risk Assessment service aims to help you thwart potential attacks

Free for the first 60 days, the new service is designed to help you better understand your organization's exposure to ransomware and aut...
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Throughout the summer of 2021, the number of phishing URLs designed to impersonate Chase jumped by 300%, says security firm Cyren.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/phishing-campaigns-against-chase-bank-customers-are-on-the-rise/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Phishing campaigns against Chase Bank customers are on the rise

Throughout the summer of 2021, the number of phishing URLs designed to impersonate Chase jumped by 300%, says security firm Cyren. source ...
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This comprehensive guide offers details about Microsoft Windows 11, including new features, system requirements and more.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/windows-11-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Windows 11 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

This comprehensive guide offers details about Microsoft Windows 11, including new features, system requirements and more. source https://w...
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Are you certain your Linux servers in your data center are free from vulnerabilities? If not, you need to scan them immediately. Jack Wallen shows you how with Nessus.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-run-a-basic-vulnerability-scan-on-your-data-center-linux-servers-with-nessus/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

How to run a basic vulnerability scan on your data center Linux servers with Nessus

Are you certain your Linux servers in your data center are free from vulnerabilities? If not, you need to scan them immediately. Jack Wallen...
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Employers can confirm that employees got the jab and make sure unvaccinated individuals are getting tested on a regular basis.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/envoys-protect-platform-now-includes-vaccine-verification-for-office-reopenings/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Envoy's Protect platform now includes vaccine verification for office reopenings

Employers can confirm that employees got the jab and make sure unvaccinated individuals are getting tested on a regular basis. source http...
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With this bundle of books, you can find out from the experts everything they don't teach in school about how to optimize your workday.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/software-architects-gain-the-skills-and-knowledge-you-need-to-boost-your-career/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Software architects: Gain the skills and knowledge you need to boost your career

With this bundle of books, you can find out from the experts everything they don't teach in school about how to optimize your workday. ...
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From Microsoft to GoodRx, these 100 companies have the highest amount of employee satisfaction when it comes to their compensation and benefits.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/the-50-highest-paying-large-and-medium-sized-companies/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

The 50 highest paying large and medium-sized companies

From Microsoft to GoodRx, these 100 companies have the highest amount of employee satisfaction when it comes to their compensation and benef...
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From managing workloads to an "industry first" enterprise AI platform, Dell had several VMworld announcements to pique the interest of companies using a multi-cloud model.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/dell-partners-with-vmware-nvidia-to-build-new-multi-cloud-services/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Dell partners with VMware, NVIDIA, to build new multi-cloud services

From managing workloads to an "industry first" enterprise AI platform, Dell had several VMworld announcements to pique the interes...
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Being a QA tester is about collaboration, flexibility and realizing the limits of the job, according to a tester at AnyRoad.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/behind-the-scenes-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-quality-assurance-tester/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Behind the scenes: A day in the life of a quality assurance tester

Being a QA tester is about collaboration, flexibility and realizing the limits of the job, according to a tester at AnyRoad. source https:...
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The latest Future Forum survey finds that flexibility is a competitive advantage but executives want to go back to the old ways.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/why-is-your-boss-more-excited-than-you-are-about-going-back-to-the-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Why is your boss more excited than you are about going back to the office?

The latest Future Forum survey finds that flexibility is a competitive advantage but executives want to go back to the old ways. source ht...
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Over communicate, share as many details as possible and listen to feedback when building your return-to-work plans.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/stop-stalling-make-policy-and-procedure-decisions-now-for-returning-to-the-office/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

Stop stalling: Make policy and procedure decisions now for returning to the office

Over communicate, share as many details as possible and listen to feedback when building your return-to-work plans. source https://www.tec...
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Twilio and IDC find that companies are also worried about high integration costs, lack of developer tools and debugging capabilities with cellular IoT projects.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/iot-device-managers-are-sticking-with-4g-with-only-9-planning-a-move-to-5g/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 05, 2021

IoT device managers are sticking with 4G with only 9% planning a move to 5G

Twilio and IDC find that companies are also worried about high integration costs, lack of developer tools and debugging capabilities with ce...
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Monday, October 4, 2021

Android 12 improves the user experience from Android 11 and adds exciting features to the platform. Here's what developers, businesses and users need to know about Google's Android 12.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/android-12-cheat-sheet-everything-you-need-to-know/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 04, 2021

Android 12 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

Android 12 improves the user experience from Android 11 and adds exciting features to the platform. Here's what developers, businesses a...
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Not only are there always job opportunities for Java skills, but now you can learn them easily and quickly without taking off from your job.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/learn-java-and-easy-and-in-demand-programming-language/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 04, 2021

Learn Java, an easy and in-demand programming language

Not only are there always job opportunities for Java skills, but now you can learn them easily and quickly without taking off from your job....
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As leaders, we can apply the same portfolio management strategy we use for our project portfolio to our personal development.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-design-your-personal-project-portfolio-to-develop-yourself/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 04, 2021

How to design your personal project portfolio to develop yourself

As leaders, we can apply the same portfolio management strategy we use for our project portfolio to our personal development. source https...
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With the new Windows 11, Microsoft is all in on "Developers, developers, developers!"

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/developers-the-windows-11-platform-is-back/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 04, 2021

Developers: The Windows 11 platform is back

With the new Windows 11, Microsoft is all in on "Developers, developers, developers!" source https://www.techrepublic.com/articl...
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Default configuration settings in Microsoft Windows 10 sacrifice GPU performance for power savings. You can change that with a simple tweak of the Graphics settings.

source https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-increase-pc-performance-and-get-the-most-out-of-your-gpu/#ftag=RSS56d97e7
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October 04, 2021

How to increase PC performance and get the most out of your GPU

Default configuration settings in Microsoft Windows 10 sacrifice GPU performance for power savings. You can change that with a simple tweak ...
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