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The worst client of all Consultants, how do you deal with your IT needs? Do you schedule time for yourself, as if you were a client? Let us know in the discussion. Read more Resource of the day Research shows the market is aggressively moving away from tape-based backup and recovery processes. Demand is exploding for purpose built backup alliances. Download the 2011-2015 report now! Additional TechRepublic resources   Download TechRepublic's Server Update and Patch Management Policy Consultants can better prepare clients for required server patch and upgrade maintenance operations by using this TechRepublic policy. Read more 12 critical insights on the state of IT in 2012 Today's IT departments are in flux and under pressure. Here's an explanation of why, and advice on how IT can change the equation. Read more The evolution of Windows 8 is about to take another leap forward Ready or not, Microsoft Windows 8 is on the way, and you'll get your next preview look in early June. Read more Raspberry Pi: Five ways business can use it The $40 Linux computer is a tempting replacement for expensive, high-end machines in a number of business tasks. Read more Repurpose your smartphone as a mobile payment center Brandy Courtade offers tips for repurposing your old smartphone and turning it into a mobile payment center. Read more Rackspace, OpenStack, and evolving cloud standards Rackspace is officially adopting the OpenStack cloud platform, but there are other players in the cloud standards arena. Thoran Rodrigues identifies the major competitors likely to influence cloud computing standards. Read more Take documents on the road with FileHound Scott Lowe demonstrates how to use Splashtop FileHound and Streamer to connect your iPhone or iPad to your PC for file manipulation. Read more Managing Macs in a Windows shop, part 2 Lauren Malhoit goes over the steps for creating the connection between the Mac server and the Active Directory server. Read more HTML5 vs. Flash: The state of the debate Ryan Boudreaux looks at some of the latest browser support numbers for HTML5 and Flash. Are you a partisan for either? Here are Ryan's thoughts on the state of the Flash vs. HTML5 debate. Read more Featured multimedia   Five solid replacements for Microsoft Outlook Outlook may be the dominant business email client. But for some organizations, one of these alternatives might be a better choice. View on site Five apps for video calls and collaboration Remote communications have become a lot more effective thanks to software that adds video to your chatting, calling, and online collaboration. View on site Seven Ways to Open Windows Task Manager Windows 7's Task Manager is a valuable tool that is packed with features that can help you use and troubleshoot the operating system. In this tip gallery, I’ll show you seven ways that you can launch Windows Task Manager. View on site Six iPhone apps that can help you in an emergency Whether it's a flat tire on the freeway, a fender-bender in a parking lot, or someone who needs medical attention, help is just an app away. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: Getting to Microsoft Office 365: The Right Migration for Your Business If you've been stuck using bare bones, web-based tools, you'll appreciate the full featured collaboration in MS Office 365. Check out this live webcast to learn more about Microsoft Office 365, and why it's the best office suite on the market. Today's recommended downloads Free 2011 Salary Report The Five Pillars of SharePoint Governance (Quest Software) Choosing the Right Active Directory Bridge Solution (Quest Software) Good Data, Bad Data (Melissa Data Corp) Perennial favorites   When clients embrace innovation for the wrong reasons IT consultants: Don't let your niche define you IT consultants' four overselling mistakes Telling clients 'I don't know' is acceptable Connect with TechRepublic Q&A on BYOD: Answers for IT departments TechRepublic editor in chief Jason Hiner and ZDNet editor in chief Larry Dignan respond to questions about the impact of BYOD on IT. TechRepublic newsletters   Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! TechRepublic UK TechRepublic Australia Wrapper Web Designer The Enterprise Cloud Tablets in the Enterprise Google in the Enterprise

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[TechRepublic] A newbie's guide to Android development

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A newbie's guide to Android development William J. Francis covers Android development basics, such as the necessary tools to get started and a typical project hierarchy. Read more Resource of the day Arguments Against Virtualization - And Why They Are Wrong In order to cut through the rumors, check out this white paper. You'll learn where some of the most popular arguments against virtualization break down, and how you can create a network that surpasses expectations. App store fees, percentages, and payouts: What developers need to know Every app store takes a cut of a developer's sales. Find out how much of the earnings usually go to the app store and when you can expect a payment. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Apple updates iOS to 5.1.1 with vulnerability fixes Wil Limoges details what is in the latest iOS update 5.1.1 and recommends that users update immediately to close some big security holes. Read more Oh great, Facebook wants our apps now too Facebook has announced its own version of an app store, and it has the potential to steamroll all others. Read more Infographic: Apple by the Numbers This infographic tells the tale of Apple's huge profit margins and business success around the world. Read more Solutions to an Android email and untrusted server certificate problem Microsoft's frequent changes may cause issues with the email you receive on your Android phone. Jack Wallen offers a reader advice about such a problem. Read more Poll: Who makes the technical decisions in your organization? Take this poll to let us know whether a business manager, a technical manager, a senior tech person, line staff, or the team makes the technical decisions in your organization. Read more Featured multimedia   Six iPhone apps that can help you in an emergency Whether it's a flat tire on the freeway, a fender-bender in a parking lot, or someone who needs medical attention, help is just an app away. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: Getting to Microsoft Office 365: The Right Migration for Your Business If you've been stuck using bare bones, web-based tools, you'll appreciate the full featured collaboration in MS Office 365. Check out this live webcast to learn more about Microsoft Office 365, and why it's the best office suite on the market. Today's recommended downloads Impact of Hot and Cold Aisle Containment on Data Center Temperature and Efficiency (APC by Schneider Electric) The Coolest Data Center in Town (APC by Schneider Electric) The advantages of row and rack-oriented cooling architectures (APC by Schneider Electric) Live Webcast: Getting to Microsoft Office 365: The Right Migration for Your Business (Microsoft) Stop Wasting Time and Money on Bad Data (Melissa Data Corp) Connect with TechRepublic Q&A on BYOD: Answers for IT departments TechRepublic editor in chief Jason Hiner and ZDNet editor in chief Larry Dignan respond to questions about the impact of BYOD on IT. TechRepublic newsletters   Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Tablets in the Enterprise Five Apps Software Engineer Smartphones

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[TechRepublic] A newbie's guide to Android development

App Builder TechRepublic Member | May 14, 2012

A newbie's guide to Android development William J. Francis covers Android development basics, such as the necessary tools to get started and a typical project hierarchy. Read more Resource of the day Research shows the market is aggressively moving away from tape-based backup and recovery processes. Demand is exploding for purpose built backup alliances. Download the 2011-2015 report now! App store fees, percentages, and payouts: What developers need to know Every app store takes a cut of a developer's sales. Find out how much of the earnings usually go to the app store and when you can expect a payment. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Apple updates iOS to 5.1.1 with vulnerability fixes Wil Limoges details what is in the latest iOS update 5.1.1 and recommends that users update immediately to close some big security holes. Read more Oh great, Facebook wants our apps now too Facebook has announced its own version of an app store, and it has the potential to steamroll all others. Read more Infographic: Apple by the Numbers This infographic tells the tale of Apple's huge profit margins and business success around the world. Read more Solutions to an Android email and untrusted server certificate problem Microsoft's frequent changes may cause issues with the email you receive on your Android phone. Jack Wallen offers a reader advice about such a problem. Read more Poll: Who makes the technical decisions in your organization? Take this poll to let us know whether a business manager, a technical manager, a senior tech person, line staff, or the team makes the technical decisions in your organization. Read more Featured multimedia   Six iPhone apps that can help you in an emergency Whether it's a flat tire on the freeway, a fender-bender in a parking lot, or someone who needs medical attention, help is just an app away. View on site Featured Webcast Live Webcast: Getting to Microsoft Office 365: The Right Migration for Your Business If you've been stuck using bare bones, web-based tools, you'll appreciate the full featured collaboration in MS Office 365. Check out this live webcast to learn more about Microsoft Office 365, and why it's the best office suite on the market. Today's recommended downloads Free 2011 Salary Report Stop Wasting Time and Money on Bad Data (Melissa Data Corp) Live Webcast: Getting to Microsoft Office 365: The Right Migration for Your Business (Microsoft) Good Data, Bad Data (Melissa Data Corp) Connect with TechRepublic Q&A on BYOD: Answers for IT departments TechRepublic editor in chief Jason Hiner and ZDNet editor in chief Larry Dignan respond to questions about the impact of BYOD on IT. TechRepublic newsletters   Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Tablets in the Enterprise Five Apps Software Engineer Smartphones

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[TechRepublic] A newbie's guide to Android development

App Builder TechRepublic Member | May 14, 2012

A newbie's guide to Android development William J. Francis covers Android development basics, such as the necessary tools to get started and a typical project hierarchy. Read more Resource of the day Preparing Your Network for the Worst Case One simple mistake in planning your network could lead to disastrous consequences. Prevent that future from existing by reading this white paper about the best practices for network design. App store fees, percentages, and payouts: What developers need to know Every app store takes a cut of a developer's sales. Find out how much of the earnings usually go to the app store and when you can expect a payment. Read more Additional TechRepublic resources   Apple updates iOS to 5.1.1 with vulnerability fixes Wil Limoges details what is in the latest iOS update 5.1.1 and recommends that users update immediately to close some big security holes. Read more Oh great, Facebook wants our apps now too Facebook has announced its own version of an app store, and it has the potential to steamroll all others. Read more Infographic: Apple by the Numbers This infographic tells the tale of Apple's huge profit margins and business success around the world. Read more Solutions to an Android email and untrusted server certificate problem Microsoft's frequent changes may cause issues with the email you receive on your Android phone. Jack Wallen offers a reader advice about such a problem. Read more Poll: Who makes the technical decisions in your organization? Take this poll to let us know whether a business manager, a technical manager, a senior tech person, line staff, or the team makes the technical decisions in your organization. Read more Featured multimedia   Six iPhone apps that can help you in an emergency Whether it's a flat tire on the freeway, a fender-bender in a parking lot, or someone who needs medical attention, help is just an app away. View on site Today's recommended downloads Live Webcast: Getting to Microsoft Office 365: The Right Migration for Your Business (Microsoft) Inside Diskeeper 2011 with IntelliWrite (Condusiv Technologies) Download a Free Trial of Diskeeper 2011 EnterpriseServer (Condusiv Technologies) Using HP's Converged Storage to Develop/Enhance Business Resiliency in VMware Environments (Hewlett-Packard (HP)) Oracle Crystal Ball Download (Oracle) Connect with TechRepublic Q&A on BYOD: Answers for IT departments TechRepublic editor in chief Jason Hiner and ZDNet editor in chief Larry Dignan respond to questions about the impact of BYOD on IT. TechRepublic newsletters   Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Tablets in the Enterprise Five Apps Software Engineer Smartphones

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