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How do I use Zback as an easy portable backup system?

With its small footprint in a self-contained executable file, Zback can be a good choice for a portable backup system. Jack Wallen shows you how.

Tags: Backup System, Jack Wallen, Backups

Download resources 2009-11-11

10 open source projects worth checking out

The open source field is pretty crowded, but certain projects stand above the rest. Jack Wallen introduces 10 open source tools and solutions you don't want to overlook.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Jack Wallen, Open Source

Download resources 2009-11-09

10 things Android phones do better than the iPhone

Jack Wallen has jumped on the Android bandwagon in a big way. Find out which features won him over.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Apple iPhone, Phone, Jack Wallen, Blogging, Smart Phones, Telecom & Utilities, Internet, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology

Download resources 2009-11-03

The 10 biggest failures in IT history

We've debated the highlights of IT history. Now it's time to consider a few good ideas that went wrong - or that may have been ill-advised to begin with.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Information Technology, Jack Wallen, Strategy, Management

Download resources 2009-10-30

10 reasons Ubuntu 9.10 will be a game changer for business

The latest release of Ubuntu is just around the corner - and Jack Wallen believes it's going to make a big splash in the enterprise space.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Ubuntu, Jack Wallen, Games, Blogging, Personal Technology, Internet

Download resources 2009-10-27

How do I save power on my PC with Edison

Edison provides a simple means of controlling and monitoring the energy used by your personal computer. Jack Wallen explains how to use it.

Tags: PC, Jack Wallen, Edison, Desktops, Hardware

Download resources 2009-10-23

Record screencasts with open source Webinaria

Webinaria allows you to create either AVI or Flash videos of the activity on your PC screen. Jack Wallen shows you how it works.

Tags: Jack Wallen, Webinaria, Corporate Communications, Open Source, Marketing

Download resources 2009-10-05

How do I install extensions in Open Office 3.1?

There are multiple ways to install an extension in OpenOffice. Jack Wallen highlights each of these methods and how to keep extensions up to date.

Tags: Jack Wallen, OpenOffice, Open Source, Office Suites, Software

Download resources 2009-09-29

10 reasons why Windows 7 could fail

The reviews of Windows 7 have thus far been favorable -- so why does Jack Wallen think the new OS may tank? Here's his take on the impending release.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Jack Wallen, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-09-22

The 10 biggest moments in IT history

Despite its relatively short lifespan, IT has had some huge watershed moments. Jack Wallen followed the tech timeline to identify the most pivotal events.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Information Technology, Jack Wallen, Strategy, Management

Download resources 2009-09-17

How do I use Prey to help recover a stolen laptop?

Prey is an open source application, available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, that can help you out when your laptop is stolen because once it is installed, it will send reports to a specified email address containing information describing its whereabouts.

Tags: Laptop Computer, Jack Wallen, Linux, Notebooks, Open Source, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets

Download resources 2009-09-15

10 Linux file managers worth checking out

If you've never given your file manager much thought, maybe it's time to look at the wide range of features offered by Linux file management tools.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: File Manager, Jack Wallen, Linux, UNIX, Operating Systems, Open Source, Software

Download resources 2009-09-02

How do I check how different fonts and styles look without recoding?

Choosing the proper font and font style for you Web site can make or break a site's over-all design. Tweaking fonts can take some time unless you employ an amazingly helpful tool like FontFriend.

Tags: Jack Wallen, Font

Download resources 2009-09-01

How do I get a complete list of loaded drivers with DriverView?

If you are one of those users who want to know exactly what is going on in their computer system, then DriverViewer is one application you want to have in your toolbox. DriverViewer is free tool that will give you a list of all installed drivers on your Windows system,...

Tags: Jack Wallen, DriverViewer, Productivity, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-08-26

How do I manage Windows devices with Device Remover?

The built-in Microsoft Windows tools for assessing the condition of attached USB devices are barely adequate. This is where a tool like Device Remover can fill in the gaps. Jack Wallen shows you how it works.

Tags: Jack Wallen, Microsoft Windows, Productivity, Operating Systems, Software

Download resources 2009-08-19

10 ways to stay sane in your cubicle

If you're stuck in a cube 40 hours a week, you may need a few coping strategies to keep from going crazy. Jack Wallen offers some survival tips to help make your workdays more bearable - and maybe even enjoyable.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...

Tags: Jack Wallen, Blogging, Strategy, Internet, Management

Download resources 2009-08-13

10 reasons Linux should be your netbook operating system

Some users believe that Windows is the best netbook OS. But others - such as Jack Wallen - think Linux is a much better fit. Check out his reasons and see if you agree.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Operating System, Jack Wallen, Netbook, Netbooks, Nettops & MIDs, Linux, Operating Systems, UNIX, Open Source, Hardware, Software

Download resources 2009-08-12

How do I change my MAC address with SMAC?

SMAC is a MAC address changer that has a simple to use graphical interface that enables the less experienced user all the way up to the guru change a piece of hardware's MAC address. Jack Wallen shows you how it all works.

Tags: MAC, MAC Address, Jack Wallen, SMAC

Download resources 2009-08-07

How do I defragment a hard drive with UltraDefrag 3.1.0?

UltraDefrag is one of the fastest defragmenting tools available. And while it's working its speedy magic, it uses very little resources. Jack Wallen explains how it works.

Tags: Hard Drive, Jack Wallen, UltraDefrag, Productivity

Download resources 2009-08-05

10 reasons why e-readers make sense in the enterprise

E-readers aren't just for avid e-bookworms anymore. See why Jack Wallen believes e-readers hold considerable value in the business environment.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: E-reader, Jack Wallen

Download resources 2009-08-05