Does the Skype acquisition signal a new risk-taking market-making Microsoft?

Whether the Skype deal ultimately ends up being a coup for Microsoft depends in large part on what the company does with the technology. Read more

Exert control and defrag from the command line in Windows 7

Using the options available from the command line version of the Windows 7 defragmentation utility you have much more control over the maintenance of your storage devices. Read more

Poll Results: Do you still use or even have an active screen saver?

See how your TechRepublic peers answered this question: Do you still use or even have an active screen saver? Read more

Benefits of the ASUS WiCast EW2000 system

The WiCast EW2000 is almost as simple to use as a HDMI cable, which is going to save you time and aggravation at your next presentation. Read more

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Use a built-in Microsoft Office color scheme to reduce visual noise

If you find the Office screens a bit "loud," switch to a more soothing color scheme. Susan Harkins shows you how. Read more

What's the worst thing that could happen?

Every manager has to deal with an employee who screws up. According to executive leadership coach John M McKee, the smart ones know how to handle it and move ahead, but others get stuck. In this blog, he provides advice on how to deal with being stuck. Read more

Effectively use social media for business applications

In this guest post, TR member robw2205 says it's possible to effectively use social media for business applications as long as you understand how the medium works and use it properly. Here's how. Read more

Three ways to better mix Windows and Mac in the same business

Erik Eckel suggests three easy methods for Windows and Mac users to be able to share email, calendars, and documents. Read more

Samsung and Acer Chromebooks: More netbook than notebook

Find out why the Samsung Series 5 and Acer Chromebooks are thin-client netbooks, not ultra-portable notebook replacements. Read more

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7 wonders of the Maker Faire (photos)

New installations and projects you won't want to miss at the 2011 Maker Faire. View on site

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