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Poll: Should Microsoft buy Adobe or look for a better deal? The TechRepublic Windows Blog member poll question: Should Microsoft buy Adobe or look for a better deal? Read more Resource of the day Upgrading to Windows 7? Download this Readiness Assessment First Assess your hardware, software, user, and infrastructure readiness before you make the move to Windows 7. Download the Dell Windows 7 Readiness Assessment to ensure a smooth migration to Windows 7 and reduce costly and unpleasant surprises. Quick Tip Windows 7: Customize the command prompt In Microsoft Windows 7, you can customize the command prompt using specifically configured shortcuts to better match the task at hand. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   W3C warns HTML5 isn't ready for prime time There is a ton of anticipation around HTML5 and some sites are experimenting with it already, but the W3C threw cold water on those experiments this week with a warning that the standard remains incomplete. Read more iPhone and Android apps raise privacy concerns Two new studies have raised concerns about the transmission of private data by some iPhone and Android apps. Read more Do you have time to fix your own PC? In this guest post, TR member CTOS explains how she is so busy solving other people's computer problems that she doesn't have time to fix her own PCs. Is this a common dilemma for IT pros? Read more Use E-mail to share your Outlook Calendar Use Outlook to send an embedded calendar via email so others can see your schedule and know when you're available. Read more Plan client application updates and upgrades with these tips Erik Eckel discusses five best practices IT consultants should follow to ensure client application updates and upgrades complete properly. Read more Featured multimedia   LEGO creations on display at BrickCon 2010 BrickCon 2010 was held September 30 - October 3, 2010, in Seattle, Washington. Here's a look at some of the LEGO creations that were on display. View on site Fractal art galleries Chaoscope fractals showcase the beauty of chaos Fractal art from the XaoS zoomer Amazing flame fractals take your breath away Flame Fractals continue to dazzle Featured Webcast Taking Back Your Productivity with Microsoft Business Productivity Online Services Join this TechRepublic Webcast to hear expert insights and experiences of using competing messaging platforms and how they made the decision to embrace the cloud. 101 Windows XP tips, tweaks, and hacks   Have extra budget to spend? Then order TR Pro's 101 Microsoft Windows XP Tips, Tweaks, and Hacks You Need to Know These tips will help you troubleshoot problems, achieve better performance, and configure your system. You'll also get tweaks and hacks that allow you to customize Windows XP to suit your needs. Order the download today! Today's recommended downloads Learn How Dell Helped One Leading Firm Migrate to Windows 7 (Dell) Best Practices for Windows 7 Migration (Dell) Upgrading to Windows 7? Download this Readiness Assessment First (Dell) Windows 7 Migration Planning (Dell) The Value of PC Refresh with Microsoft Windows 7 (Dell) Favorite Windows Photo Galleries   How do I install and configure Microsoft Security Essentials? Put the Classic Start menu in Windows 7 with Classic Shell How do I create a Windows 7 installation flash drive with WinToFlash? Exert your control with GodMode folders in Windows 7   IT pros expect cloud to overtake "on-premise" computing by 2015 According to a survey of IT professionals worldwide, cloud computing will "overtake on-premise computing by 2015 as the primary way organizations acquire IT." TechRepublic newsletters   Get smartphones news, product reviews, and need-to-know lists in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Smartphones Product Spotlight Five Tips 10 Things Connect with TechRepublic

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