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10 ways to monitor what your users are doing with company computers
This information is also available as a PDF download.Like it or not, network administrators these days must take on the added task of playing Big Brother -- monitoring employees' use of the computers and network. Even if the company's management philosophy allows for some private use of company equipment, you...
Tags: Security, IT management, 10 things
Blog posts 2007-07-20
10 physical security measures every organization should take
This information is also available as a PDF download.Every general computer networking class teaches the OSI and/or DoD networking models, and we all learn that everything begins at the bottom, with the physical level. Likewise, when it comes to IT security, physical security is the foundation for our overall strategy....
Tags: Security, 10 things
Blog posts 2007-07-16
10 things you'll miss when you upgrade to Vista (and how to get some of them back)
10 things you'll miss when you upgrade to VistaAre some of these items on your own list of features you miss in Windows Vista? What else do you wish you had back--and how are you dealing with those shortcomings?Good articleWell written, well worth the read. Thanks.THE FINISHED PRODUCTSomebody is producing...
Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista, computer, JodyGilbert
Discussion threads 2007-02-01
10 things to consider when leasing computers
Does your organization lease some or all of its computer equipment? What experiences good or bad have you had with that approach?
Tags: 10 things, rick vanover, JodyGilbert, hardware, computer, leasing
Discussion threads 2006-12-04
10 things you should do before installing Windows Vista on a computer
article rootMessage was edited by: The Trivia GeekHave you begun the process of determining what machines if any you'll upgrade to Windows Vista? Will you roll it out to all, some, or none of the computers in your organization?Rollout Vista
Tags: steven pittsley, JodyGilbert, Microsoft Windows Vista, 10 things, windows, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, computer
Discussion threads 2006-10-13
Things I Hate about Windows
At the request of a member, let's start a thread about Things I Hate about Windows.VirusesIt seems that you are fighting a never ending battle and that no matter how secure you are, you still get hit with a virus now and again.I hate...that as well as Remote Desktop works,...
Tags: Steven Warren, windows, 10 things, the hot button, steven s. warren, Microsoft Corp., Remote Assistance, Microsoft Windows, computer, Hate about Window, patch management
Discussion threads 2006-08-29
10 classic clueless-user stories
Do any of these tales sound familiar? Have you encountered even more outrageous user behavior?anyone in IT should have dozens of thesestories to tell. I was working tech support in a call center for a computer company who shall remain nameless (they are in the MIDWEST, and they install...
Tags: computer, end user, jody gilbert, 10 things, JodyGilbert, hardware, PC
Discussion threads 2006-08-23
10 ways to protect systems from electrical catastrophes
Are you confident that your systems are adequately protected from the types of calamities described in this article? Have you ever found out the hard way that they weren't?Beware of improper groundingBesure that all wall outlets are properly grou
Tags: PSU, JodyGilbert, protection, 10 things, erik eckel, electrical, networking, computer equipment
Discussion threads 2006-07-17
10 things to seek in a uninterruptible power supply/surge-protection device
10 things to seek in a UPS/surge-protection deviceHave you had a firsthand look at the devastating effects of electrical spikes on computer equipment? Are you confident that the devices you have in place will be able to protect your systems?UPS outputMay I suggest that you include the type of UPS...
Tags: United Parcel Service of America Inc., ups, 10 things, erik eckel, electrical spike, surge protection, JodyGilbert, networking, computer
Discussion threads 2006-06-12
10 dumb things users do that can mess up their computers
10 dumb things users do that can mess up their computersarticle root10 dumb things users do that can mess up their computersDo your users consistently get into trouble because they don't follow basic best practices? Do they cause problems even though they know better, or does your organization need to...
Tags: JodyGilbert, 10 things, deb shinder, end users, hardware, things user, backup, computer, PC, mess up
Discussion threads 2006-05-17
10 Internet threats your users should ignore
Was this information helpful? Please post your feedback, ideas for improvements, or further thoughts on this topic.Thanks,The TechRepublic Content Team"Viruses can also overwrite the flash BIOS on a computer, rendering it unusable. However, a virus can damage only software; it can't physically damage a computer's hardware."Isn't that a bit of...
Tags: BIOS, security, end user, hoax, 10 things, JodyGilbert, hardware, computer, hard drive, software, Internet, virus
Discussion threads 2006-04-07
DOWNLOAD: 10 classic clueless-user stories
DOWNLOAD: 10 classic clueless-user storieshttp://techrepublic.com.com/5138-10877-6040785.htmlAfter you take a look at this download, please post your feedback, ideas for improvements, or further thoughts on this topic.Thanks,--The TechRepublic Content TeamFrom an IT ManagerWhen we moved into a new building, he threw all the circuit breakers to try to work out was causing...
Tags: suppressor, computer, diskette, end user, jody gilbert, 10 things, JodyGilbert, hardware, surge suppressor
Discussion threads 2006-02-17

Additional Resources

10 things you should do to protect yourself on a public computer
Most of us will occasionally have to use a public computer for one reason or another. Maybe it's an emergency situation your own computer crashes or you get caught without your laptop when traveling or perhaps the opportunity is just too convenient to pass up. But whatever your reasons, using...
Tags: Computer, Kris Littlejohn, Productivity
Download resources 2008-03-12
10 things you can do with unwanted computer equipment
If it can be used, use it. If it can't, get rid of it. That's what veteran tech Jeff Dray advises when it comes to your stockpile of obsolete equipment. Here are his suggestions for dealing with the accumulating junk in the most beneficial ways.This download is also available as...
Tags: Equipment, Computer, Jeff Dray, Productivity, Blogging, Internet
Download resources 2008-02-21
Sense of Power
One night computer was running idle with the sceensaver on and early that morning computer was off. When I attempted to turn it on and ran but only for about 10 seconds and it cuts off. What seems to be my problem?Yes could be many things but the first things...
Tags: Power, computer, syphersoul@..., 10-second, SypherSoul(sp)
Q&A 2006-05-22
10 things that can go wrong when you upgrade your operating system
Upgrading to a new operating system -- whether it's one personal computer at home or an office full of workstations -- can be a stressful experience. You do it to take advantage of new features or to be able to run new applications, but you approach it with trepidation because...
Tags: Operating System, Operating Systems, Workstations, Software
Download resources 2007-12-13
10 things to look for in a laptop
If you're in the market for a new laptop, you might be tempted by the low prices some retailers are offering. The problem is, many of those PCs aren't well-equipped for real-world computing. Here are 10 things to look for in your next laptop to help you choose a model...
Tags: Problem, Laptop Computer, Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets
Download resources 2007-10-16
10 things you should do to a new Linux PC before exposing it to the Internet
More than 10 things for an Internet connectionThe downloadable version of this article can be found at:http://techrepublic.com.com/5138-10877-5987642.htmlWhat is missing from this 10 things list? Do you have a Linux tip or tutorial that we could publish?
Tags: 10 things, ClamAV, F-Prot, hardware, Internet, Linux, linux challenge, Linux PC, Mark W. Kaelin, member, PC, software
Discussion threads 2005-12-08
Presentation: 10 things you should know about computer crime evidence preservation
This fourteen-slide PowerPoint presentation covers 10 things every IT professional should know about computer crime evidence preservation. You've detected a computer crime and decided to report that activity to law enforcement. Before you touch the affected machine, open a single event log, or run another program; you...
Tags: Computer Crime, Computer, Productivity
Download resources 2005-12-08
10 Things I Hate about Linux
Before reading the 10 things I Hate about Linux, check out the 10 things I Love about Linux. I do not want to use the command prompt. User interface doesn't compare to Windows. I want to be able to use my computer, not spend days trying to figure out how...
Tags: Hate About, Hate about Linux, Linux, Microsoft Windows
Blog posts 2005-12-07
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