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Federal IT Contractors Can Thrive Amid Tight Budgets

The next five years will see federal IT budgets drop, but the move to the cloud, data-center consolidation and other initiatives will stimulate new demand federal IT contractors.

8 Aug 2012 4 mins

Government Government IT Outsourcing

10 Top Mobile Application Development Platforms

Development organizations are increasingly looking for a Mobile Application Development Platform (MADP) that can support their needs for both current and future projects. Here are 10 that have been identified as leaders in the field.

8 Aug 2012 1 min

Developer Enterprise Applications Small and Medium Business

Why Apple Should Ditch Its Proprietary iPhone Dock Connector—and Why It Won’t

Apple is expected to roll out a new, smaller proprietary dock-connector port on its full lineup of iPods, iPhones and iPads this fall. The move could help Apple produce smaller, lighter iOS gadgets, but it will be a big hassle for iOS users and Apple

8 Aug 2012 4 mins

Small and Medium Business Smartphones iPhone

Is iPad Over-Hyped in the Enterprise?

The city of Minneapolis was left underwhelmed by an iPad and BYOD program for city workers. Yet despite the slow start, the city's CIO still feels that an iPad enterprise storm is brewing and he'll be ready when it hits.

7 Aug 2012 7 mins

Government IT Personal Software Tablets

DSL Connection Too Slow? Here’s How to Speed It Up

Old wiring and interference from other devices can slow your DSL connection to a crawl. Spending a bit of time and money to improve your wiring can make a huge difference.

7 Aug 2012 3 mins

Computers and Peripherals Internet Internet Service Providers

RIM: We STILL Can’t Access Encrypted BlackBerry Data (We Pinky Swear!)

BlackBerry-maker RIM released a statement last week to refute recent reports that suggest the company granted access to encrypted corporate data to the Indian government. RIM has repeatedly stated that it simply cannot grant such access, but some med

6 Aug 2012 2 mins

Mobile Small and Medium Business Smartphones

Windows 8 Beats Out iOS and Android at Seton Hall

In a world where iPads and Android devices are the rage, Seton Hall University bucked the BYOD trend and opted for Windows 8 tablets and ultrabooks for students and faculty, even though the OS doesn't ship officially until October. Why did the u

6 Aug 2012 7 mins

Laptops Small and Medium Business Viruses

How the Cloud Keeps Fuel and Cash Flowing When the Power Goes Out

Diesel Direct worried about storms causing extended power outages, which would essentially bring its business to a halt. The company didn't want or need an enterprise infrastructure, but it did want the security and reliability of a redundant IT

6 Aug 2012 8 mins

Database Administration Energy Industry IT Strategy

Press the Blue Button for Improved Customer Service

The Blue Button began as a Department of Veterans Affairs initiative in response to an executive order but has grown into a driving force behind the patient-centered care movement. By placing people before software, the Blue Button offers lessons in

6 Aug 2012 7 mins

Government IT Healthcare Industry Innovation

Kensington Presentair: A Sleek, 3-in-1 Presenter

Designed in the shape of a thick ballpoint pen, the Kensington Presentair is a Bluetooth presenter, laser pointer and touch stylus all rolled into one.

4 Aug 2012 3 mins

Computers and Peripherals Mobile Small and Medium Business

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