[TechRepublic] Backupify unveils one-click restore for cloud apps

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Backupify unveils one-click restore for cloud apps As cloud apps get more mature and mission critical, it's important to arrange a reliable backup. Backupify has been offering just that, and now it includes one-click restore as well. Read more Resource of the day Top Considerations for Optimizing Hyper-V Performance If you run a datacenter based on Microsoft technologies and you aren't considering Hyper-V as part of your strategic plan, then it's time to get started. Get expert advice on optimizing Hyper-V performance in this on-demand TechRepublic webcast. More from TechRepublic   Poll: Have you been a victim of workplace bullying? Have you ever left a job because you were being bullied in some way by a co-worker or boss? Read more Office challenge: How can you make Outlook 2010 open readable attachments? This week, learn the answer to last week's Word challenge on converting fractions and test your Outlook skills in this week's new challenge. Read more Review: Linksys E2100L SOHO WiFi router The Linksys E2100L router presents itself as a step up from baseline WiFi routers for home and small businesses that need additional configurability options. Read more News from ZDNet   Google: 2011 will be a record year for hiring Google hired more than 4,500 folks in 2010 mostly in engineering and sales. That tally was second to the 2007 mark when Google hired more than 6,000 people. Read more BlackBerry 6 updates rolling out tonight for Verizon If you have a BlackBerry Bold 9650 or a Curve 3G on the Verizon network, tonight you get the equivalent of a new phone. Read more Verizon gets official with iPhone unlimited data plans With the February 3 pre-sale launch just around the corner, Verizon Wireless has gotten official with unlimited data plans for the iPhone 4. Read more BlackBerry Balance to split work and personal: Spring release expected BlackBerry Balance allows you to keep the corporate security for work, but the social experience of your personal life. Expected in Spring. Read more Google Voice introduces a new major feature: Number Porting Google Voice just released a feature that allows you to port a number you have had for years to your Google Voice account! Continue reading to find out what all this entails. Read more Microsoft's secret weapon against the iPad is very, very familiar I just got around to taking a look at Microsoft's iPad battleplan PowerPoint deck that Mary Jo Foley posted the other day and I realized something - that Microsoft's secret weapon against the iPad... Read more Next generation iPhone, iPad expected to get built-in NFC There are many, many rumors floating around about the iPad 2, and now it's underway for the iPhone 5. Now it seems that the next generation models of both of these iOS devices will get built-in... Read more App developers moving to the big screen (tablets, not TVs) One group has its eyes on the tablet space, and that is app developers, according to a new IDC survey. Developers are far more likely to make tablet apps than apps for the BlackBerry and Windows... Read more Dell's mobile future: Made to order smartphones The mail order smartphone business didn't work out so well for Google with its Nexus One. But that doesn't mean the idea of carrier independence can't succeed with an established direct sales leader. Read more Juniper Networks earnings strong, outlook light Juniper Networks delivered strong fourth quarter results, but its outlook was a bit lighter than expected. The company said it has a bevy of products on tap for 2011. Read more HP - A dumping ground for failed execs? Hewlett-Packard has shaken up its board of directors and has several new members with a sketchy past... Read more Are you in danger of Phone call hacking? OK, so you're not a member of the Royal family, but are your mobile phone calls still in danger of being intercepted? Yes, yes you are. Read more More codenames provide clues to planned Microsoft Mediaroom IPTV blitz Rome, Taos, Monaco -- the Microsoft Mediaroom-related codenames are multiplying like rabbits. What's going on with Redmond's lackluster IPTV platform? Read more Apple could dominate car tech (if it wanted) Two weeks of car shopping has driven home two big points for me: User interface matters. Car companies aren't all that good at it. Enter a big opportunity for Apple. Read more Featured multimedia   Gallery: Latest car tech missing Apple? Car makers have been looking for the right fit with technology but haven't come up with the right formula yet. Could Apple make a difference? View on site Microsoft's iPad battle plan for partners How Microsoft is arming its reseller partners to compete with Apple's iPad View on site Today's recommended downloads Top Considerations for Optimizing Hyper-V Performance (TechRepublic) Improving Hyper-V Performance and Scalability (TechRepublic) Efficient Hyper-V Management and Performance (TechRepublic) Reduce Database Management Systems Costs (Quest Software) Five Ways to Reach Your Target Audiences More Effectively (Tridion B.V.)   About this newsletter The Sanity Check newsletter is my daily update on the technology world. You'll get my top stories, opinions, reviews, user polls, and hand-picked stories of the day. Jason Hiner TechRepublic Editor in Chief My Twitter feed: @jasonhiner TechRepublic's 2011 upgrade: Simpler and lot more social TechRepublic has launched a major upgrade that features a streamlined new design and a host of new community and social features. Here are the highlights. 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[TechRepublic] The DETER Project: Researching cybersecurity

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The DETER Project: Researching cyber security Deter: To turn aside, discourage, or prevent from acting. Find out how the aptly-named DETER Project is taking a bite out of cybercrime. Read more Resource of the day Improving Hyper-V Performance and Scalability If you run a datacenter based on Microsoft technology and you aren't considering Hyper-V as part of your strategic plan, then get started. Get important advice and answers to pressing questions on Improving Hyper-V Performance and Scalability. Use sysctl security settings to lock down a FreeBSD system Among the many resources provided by FreeBSD's sysctl utility are a series of security settings. Learning something about them can help you protect your FreeBSD systems. Read more Set up a secure file transfer account with rssh If you need to give users secure file transfer access to a server without giving them shell access as well, rssh in combination with OpenSSH can provide the tools you need. Read more Old School ad scam hits Facebook; switches users to Microsoft's Bing It's been a long time since we've seen any of those old ad scams that reset the browser's home page and changes the default settings -- but theyââ¬â¢re back. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Backupify unveils one-click restore for cloud apps As cloud apps get more mature and mission critical, it's important to arrange a reliable backup. Backupify has been offering just that, and now it includes one-click restore as well. Read more ESET NOD antivirus solution comes to Linux The makers of ESET NOD have finally determined it is time to port their anti-virus solution to Linux. Jack Wallen thinks it's every Linux user's duty to help keep their vulnerable friends, family, and co-workers safe. Read more YAPS port scanner offers easy alternative to nmap Keeping track of a network is no short order and there are plenty of tools to assist in this process. IT pro Rick Vanover shows how to use the YAPS tool to scan networks easily. Read more Featured multimedia   VaelPak custom ROM for the HTC EVO 4G Android phone VaelPak custom ROM for the HTC EVO 4G Android smartphone. View on site NASA tech breakthroughs that led to innovations NASA has spurred incredible advances in technology over the years. This gallery shows some of the modern inventions for which the space agency is ultimately responsible. Examples include semiconductors, joysticks, and memory foam. View on site CES 2011 coverage on TechRepublic CES 2011: The biggest winners and losers Breakthrough device of CES: Motorola Atrix = Phone + PC HTC Thunderbolt on Verizon LTE 4G ioSafe external drive takes shotgun blast and keeps working How the stars aligned against Microsoft at CES 2011 More CES 2011 blogs and galleries Today's recommended downloads Efficient Hyper-V Management and Performance (TechRepublic) Lighten your IT impact on the environment (Eaton) Reduce Database Management Systems Costs (Quest Software) Improving Hyper-V Performance and Scalability (TechRepublic) Top Considerations for Optimizing Hyper-V Performance (TechRepublic) TechRepublic's 2011 upgrade: Simpler and lot more social TechRepublic has launched a major upgrade that features a streamlined new design and a host of new community and social features. Here are the highlights.

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[TechRepublic] Evaluating a server for virtualization, creating a job-winning IT consultant resume, easing the switch from Microsoft Office to LibreOffice

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Five tips for deciding whether to virtualize a server Not all servers are suited for virtualization. Be sure you consider these possible deal-killers before you try to virtualize a particular server. Read more Resource of the day Efficient Hyper-V Management and Performance If you aren't already considering Hyper-V as part of your data center strategy, it's time to start. Welcome to the Hyper-V Master Class. In Part II of this webcast series, you'll get expert advice on Hyper-V Management and Performance. Hottest new tips   Five resume tips for IT consultants One of the best ways to communicate your reputation to prospective new clients is to let your resume speak for you. These tips will help you create an IT consultant resume that will open doors. Read more Five tips for building a successful global IT workforce By harnessing the IT talent that's available around the world, you can build a high-performing global workforce that meets your organization's needs.Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Five skills that can help software engineers stand out from the pack Here are five core skills that can help you build critical competencies as a software engineer. Read more Quick Tip: Manage the autorun process in Windows 7 with SysInternals AutoRuns Sysinternals AutoRuns allows you to manage every autorun process and application on your Windows 7 system from a single user-friendly window. Read more How to use LinkedIn strategically LinkedIn is a great tool for getting your profile out in front of potential employers. And with the addition of some new apps, it just got better. Read more 10+ ways to minimize generational differences in the workplace If you're having a tough time communicating with co-workers who are much younger or older than you are, take heart: These tips can help you close the generation gap. Read more Featured multimedia   Google Nexus S Teardown Bill Detwiler cracks open the Google Nexus S Android smartphone. Made by Samsung, the phone contains chips from SanDisk, Wolfson, Infineon, and Atmel. View on site Today's recommended downloads Efficient Hyper-V Management and Performance (TechRepublic) Improving Hyper-V Performance and Scalability (TechRepublic) Lighten your IT impact on the environment (Eaton) Top Considerations for Optimizing Hyper-V Performance (TechRepublic) Reduce Database Management Systems Costs (Quest Software) TechRepublic's 2011 upgrade: Simpler and lot more social TechRepublic has launched a major upgrade that features a streamlined new design and a host of new community and social features. Here are the highlights. TechRepublic newsletters   Get Mac tips, product reviews, and smartphones news in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Macs in Business Product Spotlight Smartphones 10 Things CES 2011 coverage on TechRepublic CES 2011: The biggest winners and losers Breakthrough device of CES: Motorola Atrix = Phone + PC HTC Thunderbolt on Verizon LTE 4G ioSafe external drive takes shotgun blast and keeps working How the stars aligned against Microsoft at CES 2011 More CES 2011 blogs and galleries

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