Sponsored White Papers, Webcasts, and Downloads
- How many Mac users out there using dual monitors?
- projectorsI don't think this is what you are asking, but I have 60+ teachers working with me using digital projectors in either extended or mirrored desktop.Everyday - I use a dual viewmonitor setup. I can't imagine using my MacBook Pro in my office in any other way. The second monitor...
- Tags: Monitors & displays, monitor
- Discussion threads 2009-12-04
- 10 Linux features Windows should have by default
- Well done!The distinction between hardware support and hardware detection is neat, I think. You hit the nail right on the head there. I hadn't thought of it like that myself. :-)I wouldn't have put Compiz as number 1 on the list, though.... I always turn this 3-D feature off completely,...
- Tags: Operating systems, UNIX, UAC, Linux features Window, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Corp., Linux
- Discussion threads 2009-12-04
- "Grandpa/Grandma Mode" for PCs
- Get off my lawnyou young whippersnapper.RE: As I'm about to setup such a device for my own mother (yes, she's a Grandma), it's a GREAT idea that I'm trying to figure out how to accomplish. One of the All-In-One PCs (HP, Sony, Acer) with Win7 Touchscreen and as few buttons...
- Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Scott Adams, PC, e-mail, computer
- Discussion threads 2009-12-03
- Microsoft investigating 'black screen of death'
- RE: Microsoft investigating 'black screen of death'Here we go...it's Vista all over again.It could...I don't know if this has happened in safe mode, it would be hard to test. But I don't believe there is anythign you can turn off or change to fix it either. From what I've seen,...
- Tags: Microsoft Windows 7, Win 7, black screen, Microsoft Corp.
- Discussion threads 2009-12-01
- SecretAgent Pro 3.1 (Windows)
- Monitor in secrecy what is being done on your computer, while away. SecretAgent Pro allows you to capture and store screenshots and keystrokes. Your complete desktop is beeing captured - websites, emails, chats, games - everything. Keystrokes will be assigned to the window, where entered and stored in webpage format....
- Tags: PC, Window, Microsoft Windows, RainSoft, SecretAgent Pro, Desktops, Construction, Remote Access, Hardware
- Software downloads 2009-12-01
- HTC HD2 in hand (Image Gallery: The HTC HD2 is the best Windows Mobile device)
- watch the warranty on large screen htc phonesBeware of HTC's large screen phones.Any force applied to them, even taking off a screen protector, is enough to produce "newton rings" and the screen stops responding to touch. Not much use for a touch screen phone.HTC refuse to cover this by warranty...
- Tags: Mobile operating systems, Web browsers, Telecom & Utilities, Wireless and Mobility, Microsoft Windows Mobile, mobile device, Microsoft Windows, High Tech Computer Corp., HTC HD2
- Discussion threads 2009-11-30
- HP Pavilion dv7-3065dx
- Editors' note: This review is part of our 2009 Retail Laptop and Desktop Holiday Roundup, which covers specific fixed configurations of popular systems found in retail stores. Any low-end desktop replacement must cut some corners on its way to providing a serviceable multimedia experience at an approachable price. At $729,...
- Tags: Desktops, DVD, Hewlett-Packard Co., dv7, HP Pavilion, desktop replacement, desktop
- Product reviews 2009-11-25
- Maingear Shift
- With its new Shift gaming desktop, Maingear joins the ranks of Alienware, Falcon Northwest, and Velocity Micro in providing its customers a distinctive-looking case you can't get anywhere else. And despite a misstep with the build and a questionable processor choice both of which should be easily remedied, we found...
- Tags: Network technology, Most Unique, Maingear, cable, hard drive
- Product reviews 2009-11-25
- LiveSync 2.0 (Mobile)
- Synchronize one Palm application with multiple Desktop PC applications by LiveSync! LiveSync helps the Palm users to synchronize Palm PIM applications, that is, the ContactsAddress Book, CalendarDate Book, TasksTodo List and NotesMemo Pad, with multiple Desktop applications, e.g. Palm Desktop, Outlook, and even more. LiveSync works as a HotSync agent...
- Tags: Mobile, Palm Inc., LivePIM Software, LiveSync 2.0, Desktops, Hardware
- Software downloads 2009-11-24
- Is it time to go quad-core?
- Quad core, Chris?You have told us over and over that all you need is Google. You don't need a real OS, real apps, or any processing power to speak of. All you need is a browser, preferably Chrome. Why on Earth would you need a quad core...
- Tags: Processors, cloud computing, quad-core, laptop computer, virtualization
- Discussion threads 2009-11-23
- Windows Mobile is better than you think
- My main gripeis with the antique user interface which is little more than an uninspired, miniaturized desktop GUI.The foundations seems solid enough now - it is quite decent in multi-tasking and is generally responsive.I too believe that if MS can reinvigorate the UI they still has a strong competitor. Oh...
- Tags: Mobile operating systems, Advertising & Promotion, Operating systems, mobile, Microsoft Windows Mobile, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows
- Discussion threads 2009-11-23
- Sonos ZonePlayer S5
- We've long been fans of the Sonos Digital Music System, which lets you stream all manner of digital audio throughout your home, but we were always a bit disappointed that Sonos didn't sell a speaker that had the system's ZonePlayer networking component integrated right into it. Well, that's exactly what...
- Tags: Ethernet, NETWORKING, Wi-Fi, Network technology, Wireless and Mobility, Sonos
- Product reviews 2009-11-20
- Google Chrome OS announcement
- Just as I thought"All data on Chrome OS is in the cloud""All data stored in the cloud in Google Docs":(YeahThat unfortunately is a deal breaker for me.I'll be sticking to my dual boot Windows 7/Fedora Core setup on my netbook.bad and bad no chrome os for me ......RE: Google Chrome...
- Tags: Operating systems, Google Chrome, Google Inc., Chrome OS, operating system, Chrome
- Discussion threads 2009-11-19
- Hands-on with the HTC HD2, most impressive Windows Mobile device to date
- I like what HTC is doingYou've got the Hero and the HD2. I'd like to see what the difference is in performance between the two, but the Hero has a slower processor. Personally, I like the Windows Mobile platform, and it is the best option for Windows-based IT...
- Tags: Smart phones, Notebooks, Operating systems, mobile device, Apple iPhone, HTC HD2, High Tech Computer Corp., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Mobile
- Discussion threads 2009-11-19
- GIMP dropped from default Ubuntu 10.04 Lucid Lynx installation
- I use the GIMPThe user interface stinks, but the GIMP is a powerful application. I use it regularly for editing pictures. F-spot on the other hand, I don't like much. I use gThumb for organizing my photos (gThumb was F-spot's predecessor in early Ubuntu versions). gThumb also allows some simple...
- Tags: Microsoft Windows, GIMP, Ubuntu
- Discussion threads 2009-11-19
- Logitech Harmony 700
- When Logitech released the Harmony One in early 2008, it instantly became one of our favorite universal remotes to date. But at $250, it wasn't exactly an impulse buy for the average consumer. With the Harmony 700, however, Logitech has delivered a model that offers the bulk of the...
- Tags: Monitors & displays, Cable, setup process, Logitech, Harmony 700
- Product reviews 2009-11-18
- Disks: why size means performance
- OK, Smarty pants...How do I use only the outer-most sectors of my 500GB disk?Performance != reliabilitySeagate has progressively gotten worse with reliability - that's why they cut the 5-year warranty back down to 3 years. Western Digital has made great strides with reliability though. WD isn't focussing on...
- Tags: Serial ATA, SSD, SAS Institute, SAS Drives, performance, disk
- Discussion threads 2009-11-18
- Gbridge 2.0.0.1322 (Windows)
- Securely do VNC, share files, sync folder and remote backup via Google based VPN, even behind NAT. Gbridge helps you to manage your multiple PCs, and collaborate works with close friends. You can also use it to privately exchange huge media files with your family. Gbridge has many unique features....
- Tags: PC, Microsoft Windows, Friend, Gbridge, Desktops, VPNs, Network Security, Telecommunications, Networking, Security, Hardware
- Software downloads 2009-11-18
- Thinking Home 2.2 (Mac)
- Thinking Home is the easiest-to-use, affordable home automation solution for Mac OS X and is now even better! v2.1 boasts a modern design that delivers performance without compromising ease of use. It is the only Mac app to store a schedule into an ActiveHome Pro (CM-15A)! Thinking Home...
- Tags: Web, Apple Macintosh, Thinking Home, Desktops, Channel Management, Hardware, Marketing
- Software downloads 2009-11-18
- Google to demo Chrome OS; Detail launch plans
- the windoze killer has arrivedChrome OS will put the final nail in M$ coffin!You really can't be seriousyou have to be a fake or something.Your posts are allways way off the mark.By like a continent or two.Windoze? Grow up, manI hope Chrome is good - because it will make...
- Tags: Operating systems, Microsoft Windows, Google Inc., operating system, Chrome OS, Chrome
- Discussion threads 2009-11-17
-
-
Smart Tech
Expert advice on innovations in healthcare and the green technologies that make it happen.
Find out more
-
Smart Business
Discussion and advice on management issues that revolve around making your world smarter and more useful.
More Smart Advice
-
Smart People
The best and worst moves in the management and strategy trenches.
Learn More
White Papers and Webcasts
Read about top issues IT decision-makers face every day, plus get cost-effective solutions to real-life IT problems.
The Business Essentials Guide provides you useful tools and templates to help grow your business and save you time with automated shipping solutions.
