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08/13/00 - Wireless Text Messages and Email
Wireless keeps progressing. You can now send and receive email using wireless technology a variety of ways. We review the capabilities, hardware and costs of some of the current offerings.
08/05/00 - Management-speak Uncovered
We have found out where management finds those verb-adjective-noun phrases that they use all of the time. Now you too will be able to synthesize turn-key mindshare and extend strategic solutions in your cubicles.
07/30/00 - Ink on Dead Trees
There is still a place for the printed page. That's how I discovered the Xootr scooter, the Ideavirus and management by the bard. Of course, I found more details about the discoveries on the web.
07/23/00 - Popular Company Intranet Applications
Here are some example intranet applications that I have found to be popular with my users.
07/15/00 - PC Productivity
Review of two software products that I use dailty that are not on my IT's approved list: NoteTab Pro and TurboNotes.
07/9/00 - The Victors Create the Spoils
A simple decision by one department may affect all other departments in the company adversely. Why do they do it? How can you fix it?
07/03/00 - Job Burnout
Don't be a victim of job burnout. Regroup. Take a vacation. Set your priorities for the long haul.
06/25/00 - Get that Promotion!
To get a promotion, you need visibility. You're not visibile if you are stuck in the cube farm all of the time. Here are some ways to get known to the right people.
06/18/00 - Cubicle Etiquette
Be a good neighbor within the cube farm. Read these tips on things to do and not do while sharing cramped space in the office.
06/11/00 - Nobody Is Neutral-Microsoft
You either love Microsoft or hate it. There is no in between. Explore these conflicting ideas about Microsoft.
06/07/00 - Judge Orders Microsoft Split into Two Parts
U.S. District Court Judge Jackson issues his final order to split Microsoft into two companies.
06/05/00 - Job Hopping: Good or Bad?
Is changing jobs frequently a good idea or a bad one? We explore the pros and cons.
05/28/00 - What Causes Outages?
What causes outages? The answer may surprise you. Hint: It is alive.
05/20/00 - Different Styles of Working
We each have our own individual ways of accomplishing things. What works for me, may not work for you. But you might be able to relate.
05/14/00 - Microsoft Targets Slashdot Posters
Microsoft tries to get the Slashdot site to remove posters' comments pertaining to Kerberos by citing the new DMCA law. Slashdot resists.
05/07/00 - Does IT Outsourcing Make Sense?
The trend of outsourcing the IT function continues. Does it make sense to give control of your bits and bytes to another company?
04/29/00 - IT Jobs - What's Hot?
Here's a list of jobs that are in high demand in IT organizations every where. Does your skill set match any of them?
04/22/00 - The Joy of Programming
An old programming dog learns new tricks and tells you about the joy received from performing them.
04/09/00 - Redesigns - Necessary Evil
Internet and intranet web site redesigns are necessary - sometimes. Follow these tips when you do have to change your web site.
04/03/00 - Judge Jackson Rules Against Microsoft
Rules Microsoft violated antitrust laws by leveraging its monopoly position in operating systems.
04/02/00 - Quality Code Equals Quality Programs
Try these suggestions for creating quality code.
03/26/00 - Creative Job Titles
Creative job titles are the rage. They're cute, but they should be descriptive.
03/19/00 - The Goal of Company Intranets
Understand the goal and you will create an intranet your employees will love.
03/12/00 - Retaining Employees
Tips you can use to retain employees. Retention is cheaper than recruiting new people.
03/04/00 - Single Points of Failure
Your network is critical to your business. You need to identify and eliminate your potential single points of failure.
02/26/00 - Estimating Software Projects
The only answer to "How long will it take?" is "It depends."
02/20/00 - How to Survive Mergers and Acquisitions
IT has the dirty job in making mergers and acquisitions work. These suggestions will help.
02/13/00 - You Can Help Prevent DoS Attacks
Don't let your computers be an accomplice in DoS attacks.
02/05/00 - Free PCs for Employees
Delta and Ford give all of their employees free PCs and internet access. Isn't this an idea your company can use?
01/29/00 - Writing Tips that Work
Use these writing tips to improve your written communications.
01/23/00 - Print Your Own Stamps
Print postage using the internet and your own printer. Never stand in line at the Post Office again.
01/17/00 - Documentation or Communications?
We love to communicate, but hate to document. Aren't they the same?
01/07/00 - Thank Me for What?!?
Have you lost your patience with IT too?
12/30/99 - Pundits & Sites to Follow
What to read for the lastest IT information and opinion.
12/29/99 - Presentation Delivery Tips
Use these tips when you are giving a presentation to a group.
12/23/99 - Presentation Visuals - Tips You Can Use
Ten tips for better visuals to support your presentations.
12/18/99 - Business Presentatation Tips
Communication skills are valued highly. Use these tips to improve your skills.
12/04/99 - Ten Commandments for PC Use
Here is a company PC use policy that everyone can understand and follow.
11/28/99 - Give the Copier an IP Address Pleeeze
Find out why they should and what you can do until it happens.
11/19/99 - I Want a LinkPad!
After you read this, I bet you'll want one too!
11/06/99 - Microsoft Found to be a Monopoly
Judge's Findings of Fact supports Department of Justice side of the anti-trust case.
10/16/99 - The Next Net Fad
What's next? Tortals, Edstals and Postals are some of the possibilities.
09/27/99 - Voice Reconnaissance
A tongue-in-the-cheek look at Voice Recognition.
09/12/99 - Help From the Help Desk
Gather statistics from the Help Desk and use them to lower the number of calls.
09/04/99 - Exploring Unisys Subtleties
Our take on the Unisys happenings and why they didn't want to answer our questions.
09/01/99 - Unisys Explains License Fees
Unisys says, "No need for license if you use most major software vendors' products to create your GIFs."
08/29/99 - Unisys Demanding License Fees
Unisys is demanding $5,000 license fees for use of GIFs on internet and intranet web sites.
08/17/99 - Cidco MailStation
Product usage report on the MailStation email appliance and lessons on how not to do eCommerce.
08/04/99 - Bar Code 101
A look at bar codes for data capture.
07/25/99 - Ten Reasons Managers Should Surf Slashdot
Here's why you should frequent the "News for Nerds, Stuff that Matters" site.
07/11/99 - Email: Boon or Bane?
Have you considered the potential headaches email could cause your company?
07/05/99 - What Are Your CS Priorities?
Your first priority should be to identify "CS."
06/27/99 - Password Hell
Having trouble remembering all of your passwords? You're not alone. Here is one solution.
06/23/99 - Latest Fad - Corporate Portals
Corporate Portals: What they are. Why you need to consider them.
05/18/99 - The Value of Punditry
Why should we follow what the industry columnists and leaders say? Who are they?
05/03/99 - Email Manners Matter
Follow these seven suggestions and you will be eligible for a good email conduct medal.
04/17/99 - Is it MIS, IS, or IT?
MIS, IS, and IT are just different names and acronymns for the same functional department. What do you call your department?
04/10/99 - Don't Flip a Coin - Use a Tie Breaker
Having trouble deciding which applicant to make an offer to? Use these tie breaker questions to make the decision easier.
04/09/99 - New to this Site? Read this.
Learn what this site is about, what is planned and how you can help us make it more useful for you.
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