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Get inspiration from The Simpsons in pure CSS
Web developer Chris Pattle created some characters from The Simpsons in pure CSS. See his inspiring CSS creations and the code that makes them work.
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Major win for open document format in the UK
Jack Wallen applauds the open document standards in their major win with the UK government. The door has been opened for serious open source acceptance and adoption.
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Pro tip: How to use Apple Hardware Test and Apple Diagnostics
Jesus Vigo discusses how to invoke Apple Hardware Test or Apple Diagnostics for troubleshooting hardware issues.
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Pro tip: Use Windows 8's Format command to perform a secure disk wipe
Greg Shultz explains how the Format command's /P parameter works to securely wipe a disk.
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Kathy Button Bell: CMO. Moment Marketer. Big Picture Person. Athlete.
Kathy Button Bell found a way to position Emerson Electric as the "optimistic face of business" when the rest of business was anything but. Bell talked to TechRepublic about her career and her current...
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Toolkit: Use event triggers to monitor Windows servers
Event triggers are a handy and free way to alert IT staff of potential Windows server problems. There’s a saying in IT that your users should be the last ones to notice when a critical system or servi...
from Tech Pro Research
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Pro tip: Revive your Samsung Galaxy Tab when the battery has completely drained
Jack Wallen shows you how to get your Samsung Galaxy Tab to turn back on after the battery has drained completely.
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A portrait of the modern cloud developer
Nick Hardiman lists the systems, languages, and methodologies modern cloud developers use, and identifies what sets them apart the most from developers of the past.
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Pivothead debuts next generation smartglass at Wearable Tech Expo
The new SMART line of wearable tech eyewear from Pivothead was introduced at the Wearable Tech Expo in New York.
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Photos: GE's FirstBuild launches industrial makerspace to advance co-creation
GE's FirstBuild, the first makerspace for the community to create the next generation of appliances, opened in Louisville, Kentucky on Thursday.
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Google aligns with Sprint to drive business adoption of Google Apps
Sprint has announced that it will be reselling Google Apps in August. Will it be a strategic move that helps Google Apps gain a foothold?
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6 steps to team success with Google Apps
Coach your team to collaborate with Google Apps using a series of six mini-lessons during meetings.
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Trend Micro backs off Google Play malware claims
Jack Wallen tests the claims made in a Trend Micro press release that malware is running rampant in the Google Play Store.
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What lies ahead for the cloud?
As enterprise adoption of cloud solutions soars, IT leaders must recognize where vulnerabilities still exist, what improvements to push for, and how to reap the most value from available technologies.
from Tech Pro Research
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Apple may kick-start the entire industry by rolling out a major mobile payments initiative
Apple is looking to integrate mobile payment technology into iOS, including a deal with Visa, which would allow iPhone users to pay for physical goods with just their smartphone.
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Boost work productivity with these 4 'If This Then That' Recipes
Automate simple tasks with your smartphone using a great little app called 'If This Then That.' Productivity geeks will love this thing.
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4 If This Then That Recipes for Work Productivity
Automate simple tasks with your smartphone using a great little app called 'If This Then That.' Productivity geeks will love this thing.
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Test flying the Parrot AR.Drone Wi-Fi quadricopter
The Parrot AR.Drone Wi-Fi quadricopter is the epitome of a cool flying model vehicle and could be the ultimate geek gift this holiday season. Mark Kaelin and Bill Detwiler recently took the iPhone con...
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TR Dojo: Five Active Directory design best practices
Bill Detwiler shares five Active Directory best practices that can help you maximize efficiency, simplify maintenance, and effectively manage AD as your organization grows. Once you’ve watched this TR...
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TR Dojo: Five mistakes to avoid when supporting mobile devices
Bill Detwiler outlines five mistakes that IT departments should avoid when supporting smartphones and mobile devices. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original TechRe...
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TR Dojo: Five tips for improving Linux security
Bill Detwiler shares five tips for improving Linux security, such as not logging in as root and using keyring. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original TechRepublic ...
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LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0 Shooterbot robot in action
For his TechRepublic Geek Gifts 2010 review of LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0, Wally Bahny built the Shooterbot model. See the Shooterbot in action.
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Toolkit: Use event triggers to monitor Windows servers
Event triggers are a handy and free way to alert IT staff of potential Windows server problems. There’s a saying in IT that your users should be the last ones to notice when a critical system or servi...
from Tech Pro Research
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LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0 Robogator robot in action
For his TechRepublic Geek Gifts 2010 review of LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0, Wally Bahny built the Robogator model. See the Robogator in action.
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TR Dojo: Extend lithium-ion battery life with these five tips
In today's mobile world, battery life is precious. Bill Detwiler shares five things you can do to increase Lithium-ion battery longevity. Once you've watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to...
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TR Dojo: Five tips for troubleshooting a slow PC
Don't just accept a computer that runs slowly. Bill Detwiler shows you how to fix five common culprits of slow PC. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original TechRepub...
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TR Dojo: Safely edit the Windows Registry with these five tips
The Windows registry is a powerful tool, but one wrong edit can make a PC unusable. Bill Detwiler shares five tips for safely editing the registry. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find...
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TR Dojo: How to wipe a hard disk with DBAN
Don't let old data come back to haunt you. Bill Detwiler shows you how to use DBAN--a free hard disk wiping utility. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original TechRe...
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TR Dojo: Diagnose slow Windows 7 boot with Event Viewer
Bill Detwiler shows you how to use the Windows 7 Event Viewer to track down potential causes of long boot times. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original TechRepubli...
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TR Dojo: Top five TR Dojo episodes of 2010
From deleting Flash cookies to dumb IT mistakes, Bill Detwiler counts down the five most popular TR Dojo episodes of 2010. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original T...
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What lies ahead for the cloud?
As enterprise adoption of cloud solutions soars, IT leaders must recognize where vulnerabilities still exist, what improvements to push for, and how to reap the most value from available technologies.
from Tech Pro Research
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TR Dojo: Bloopers for 2010
Watch Bill Detwiler, host of TR Dojo, flub his lines, growl at the camera, and even answer a support call while filming in this blooper reel from 2010. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can ...
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TR Dojo: Five Sysinternals tools every IT pro should use
Bill Detwiler shows you five of the handiest tools Sysinternals has to offer, including PsList, PsKill, Process Explorer, and Autoruns. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to t...
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TR Dojo: Remove Libraries from Windows Explorer in Windows 7
Bill Detwiler shows you how remove Libraries from the Windows Explorer navigation pane with a quick Windows 7 registry hack. Once you’ve watched this TR Dojo video, you can find a link to the original...