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6 ways to give millennials the mentorship programs they want

Traditional corporate mentorships just don't cut it for today's millennial workers. Younger employees seek meaningful and time-efficient relationships with senior colleagues. These six expert tips can help organizations understand millennia

Smartphone ‘upgrade fatigue’ sets in as new models disappoint

Apple is riding high in the smartphone world, while Samsung starts to struggle, but the latest minor, incremental phone updates have many consumers reconsidering pricey upgrades.

How a B2B company got its tech groove back

Why the IT outsourcing model is moving away from manic multisourcing

The prevailing IT outsourcing model has shifted from a single provider approach to managing a host of best-of-breed vendors. But the pendulum may have shifted too far in the direction of multisourcing as IT leaders now try to get a handle on their ou

It’s time for Adobe Flash to die

As you are reading this, there are security holes in Flash that are currently being used by crackers to hijack computers.

How Facebook uses IT automation to manage 16,000 MacBooks

Facebook wasn't always a well-oiled machine when it came to IT automation, but the company's phenomenal growth led to some key changes in how its technology staff manages an ever-growing collection of Apple MacBooks.

8 free sites that teach you how to program

Want to learn to code, but aren't interested in paying pricey fees? Here are eight great websites that will teach you how to program — on your own time, from the comfort of your own home and for free. rn

Top 10 job boards on Facebook

Todayu2019s job search has gone social, with job boards now reaching out to job seekers on popular social media sites like Facebook. Here are the 10 job boards that are using Facebook better than the competition.

Yes, the iPod touch still matters to Apple

Apple releases new iPod touch models with the 64-bit A8 processor, up to 128 GB storage and five different colors

The Takeaway: Mobile payments gain momentum

The push for mobile payments in the U.S. continues to build steam as banks shift to chip-embedded cards and merchants roll out new payment terminals that can accept them.

10 things you need to know about bi-modal IT

Far from being the buzzword du jour, bi-modal IT is a real thing now. In this organizational setup, one group is tasked with the keep-the-lights-on functions and the other on more innovative, forward-looking projects. That sounds all well and good on

6 things Evernote does that Microsoft OneNote can’t

Evernote and Microsoft's OneNote are two top-notch options for your digital notebook needs, but both have unique strengths and weaknesses. Here's a detailed list of six ways Evernote outperforms OneNote.

7 things Microsoft OneNote does that Evernote can’t

Microsoft OneNote and Evernote are two top-notch options for all of your digital notebook needs, and both have unique strengths and weaknesses. Here's a detailed look at seven ways OneNote outperforms Evernote.

How to measure and present the business value of IT

It's not just how you present numbers to the business visually, but what information you need to show in order for the executives to understand IT initiatives and value.

Traction Watch: Instamotor app hits $60M in sales volume this year

Providing a service to both the buyers and sellers of automobiles for free wouldnu2019t seem like a solid business strategy. Yet Instamotor is just that — free for all. Somehow they've developed a way to monetize the process on the back-end and

Mirantis just made it easy to get started with OpenStack

The company has launched its Unlocked Appliances program to assist customers in setting up OpenStack

Millennials are most likely to pay for loyalty programs

Millennials use loyalty programs, including paid plans, more than other generations, according to a recent survey, but Gen Xers and Boomers are also starting to see value in premium programs such as Amazon Prime.

The Takeaway: As Windows 10 rollout nears, Microsoft halts preview releases

Early-bird Windows 10 testers won't be getting new preview builds of the new OS for now because the company has stopped deliveries to focus instead on distribution.

Where is Apple’s version of Netflix?

Why is Apple focused on broadcast and cable TV channels instead of competing head on with Netflix?

GE, Pitney Bowes team up on predictive and prescriptive analytics

The two companies will use GE's Predix software platform for the Industrial Internet of Things to develop customized asset performance management applications.

SharePoint 2016: What do we know?

Microsoft finally lifted the curtain and gave the SharePoint community a solid peak at its plans for the on-premises version of its collaboration platform. Hereu2019s what we know so far.

What the digital health revolution means for us

The digital health revolution is being driven partly by a need for more consumer-oriented health solutions. In the first half of 2015, 136 new companies raised more than $2 million each. This may be the most leading indicator that the digital health

How the lack of U.S. broadband competition costs you every time you use an ATM

The feeble state of broadband competition in the United States leads to costly services and even increased ATM fees. The Competify coalition wants to change the landscape, and it's petitioning the FCC for help.

CIOs must embrace consumer cloud tools or risk losing control

IT may not always be comfortable with the cloud apps and services employees use at work, but modern CIOs need to not only ensure the integrity of corporate systems but also set standards for the acceptable use of consumer tools that boost staff produ

Can Dropbox go from consumer hit to business success?

Can a business-grade cloud storage service that doesnu2019t come from Google, Microsoft or Apple make it big in the enterprise? Hereu2019s why Dropbox for Business makes a strong case.

Traction watch: Who is gaining traction in the mobile payment industry?

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It’s time to rid your Mac of Adobe Flash

Adobe's Flash just isn't worth keeping on your Mac

The Takeaway: The war over H-1Bs heats up

Microsoft's laying off workers, Sen. Marco Rubio sees a skills gap and the feds are investigating.

Top cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service vendors

Choosing the right cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) provider is growing increasingly difficult in a highly competitive market. Here are the top IaaS players identified by Gartner and their recommended use cases.

Why most enterprise software projects should start with an evaluation

The rapid pace of innovation in the enterprise software space suggests that it is usually worth starting a new enterprise software project with an evaluation, even if the ultimate result is a development project.

How CIOs can create the voice of IT

Even the most business astute CIO could use a little help on the communications front. That's why more CIOs are hiring dedicated IT communications specialists to help build and nurture the IT brand.

Why listening to your IT users matters

Your confirmation bias may be keeping you from being effective with your business users.

Haven’t migrated from Windows Server 2003 yet? You’re not alone

Missing the end of support date for Windows Server 2003 may not bring immediate dire consequences, but there are good reasons to get off Win Server 2003 soon.

How to use video to improve IT recruiting

Video may have killed the radio star, but it's reinvigorating tired and time-consuming hiring practices to increase efficiency and boost the quality of IT talent.

5 ways to dump the junk in your Facebook News Feed

Facebooku2019s new News Feed Preferences page gives you more options to customize the content you see. Hereu2019s the latest on the changes, plus other ways you can clean up your news feedu2019s clutter.

Microsoft becomes first 2015 Gold contributor to openBSD Foundation

The move makes good on an earlier statement by Angel Calvo, Microsoft's PowerShell Team Group Software Engineering Manager, that they won't be just adopting openSSH, they will also be contributing to it

Star Wars app for iOS is a must-have for fans

The official Star Wars app for iOS offers selfies, videos, GIFs, audio quotes and sound effects, news and even a Force Trainer

The Takeaway: For Windows phones, it’s all over but the shouting

Microsoft is still making smartphones for its Windows 10 Mobile OS, but the company has largely given up on the mobile course set by former CEO Steve Ballmer.

Richard Stallman ‘basically’ has no problem with the NSA using GNU/Linux

It's Stallman's philosophy that 'a program must not restrict what jobs its users do with it' — and that includes the NSA.

Why happiness beats money when choosing a tech career

With a career spanning 40 years, columnist Rob Enderle has some advice to offer and explains why the one with the most toys in the end doesnu2019t necessarily win.

5 reasons Latin America could be the next big thing in IT outsourcing

Fiscal policies and market barriers have long deterred outsourcing buyers and providers from investing in Latin America. But creative sourcing solutions and a shift in corporate culture are helping to change that. The economic opportunities in the re

10 ‘smart luggage’ options for tech-savvy travelers

It's still the early days of 'smart luggage' and connected baggage, but these 10 technologically enhanced travel tools suggest the future is bright for tech-savvy roadwarriors.

Top 5 factors driving domestic IT outsourcing growth

Despite insourcing efforts, the expansion of nearshore centers is not necessarily taking work away from offshore locations. Eric Simonson of the Everest Group discusses the five main drivers responsible for the rise in domestic outsourcing, why India

How Salesforce.com plans to stay high in the clouds

Salesforce.com co-founder Parker Harris discusses key product growth areas for the company, the challenges of innovating, the future of development and flexible infrastructure, and what the cloud market itself will look like years from now.

Cloud services will drive UC&C spending

IT leaders say they plan to invest in unified communication and collaboration over the next two years and they expect both hosted and hybrid-cloud adoption to significantly increase. (Download our exclusive research and view our infographic.)

Switch to DuckDuckGo in iOS and OS X

How to change Safari's default search engine to DuckDuckGo in OS X and iOS

How to use Chromecast when you can’t connect to Wi-Fi

Google is offering an inexpensive solution, but there is a better option

The Takeaway: Are IT shops getting a bad rap?

Despite the reputation of IT shops as naysayers, a recent survey by CompTIA indicates that IT departments may be getting a bad rap.

5 lessons monkeys can teach us about innovation

What can monkeys actually teach us about corporate behavior, based upon real facts in regard to their own behavior?

3 address book apps that aim to tame contact chaos

Organizing contact information for all of your connections on Google, Facebook and other social networks is nobody's idea of fun. These three useful apps automate the process.