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The Rental Software Phenomenon and How it can be of Use to You

Have you ever wondered why business software can’t be rented like television shows, movies, and video games can? If you still wonder that, you may have missed out on a recent phenomenon sparked by Adobe and a handful of other software developers: the concept of software as a monthly rental. Through this new service, you are now able to use several key pieces of business software on a subscription basis rather than as a one time purchase.

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9 of the Best Reasons Why You Should Use Web Conference

This is a guest post by Justin at NYC

Many businesses are trying their best to accomplish as much work as they possibly can in the least amount of time. Deadlines can be overwhelming and the sooner they come, the more you are able to come up with ways to maximize your own time as well as your company’s money.

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The Past, Present, and Future of Wi-Fi

If you’re like most people, who have at least one device that uses Wi-Fi to connect to the Internet. We’re well past the days when getting online meant using a phone cable and hearing the screeching sound of a modem whenever you got started. Nowadays, people use Wi-Fi for everything fr om casual Internet use to business networking. Where has Wi-Fi been and wh ere will it be going in the future? This article will explore its past and present as well as things still to come.

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Technology: Are You Trying to Outsmart The Recruiter?

This is a guest post by Nancy Anderson at Beyond.com

A technology recruiter can be your biggest ally during your job search, but you must build a good rapport and avoid damaging it with any of the common mistakes made by job applicants. When applying for tech jobs, it is important to make yourself look like the best candidate, but it is also crucial that you don't resort to tricks and unsavory tactics. Avoid using these tactics in your job search, as they could hurt your chances of landing the job you really want.

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Telecommuting: When and How to Use It

Have you ever wanted to work from home? These days, it’s much easier and more common than you might thing. Telecommuting is an arrangement that your company might make with certain employees in which the employee does not physically travel to a specific office but instead works remotely. Telecommuting should be handled carefully, however, as some issues can crop up. The best way to handle this is outlined below.

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A Complete Overview of Network Address Translation

Did you know that there is a way to convert your entire network to only one IP address? This method is known as network address translation, or NAT. That is only one use of the technology, however. It can also increase security and provide a smoother overall browsing experience depending on how it is used. This article will discuss the history of NAT and both the advantages and drawbacks of using it for your business network.

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Backing up Data on a Small Network: Dos and Don’ts

Backing up your data is important, and handling data on a small network presents unique challenges. Rather than try to handle a small network in a way that isn’t custom tailored to your needs, it’s better to put together a customized protocol. When you’re planning out the data backup on your small network, keep the follows dos and don’ts in mind. This advice will help save you a lot of headaches in the long run.

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Performance Problems and how to Overcome Them

There are many performance pitfalls out there that can slow down your network. Fr om poor hardware configurations to incompatible software, these items can make even the most modern computer feel like it's stuck in quicksand. Below you'll find a listing of the most common slowdown problems that networks face and what you can do to prevent them. With a few simple steps, you can make sure that your network remains running optimally at all times.

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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

A protocol is a set of rules used to determine how computers on a network communicate. The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a protocol commonly used to automatically generate an Internet Protocol (IP) address and other configuration details, like the Domain Name System (DNS) server address, subnet mask and default gateway to client host computers connecting to a network.

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Common Types of Malware and how to Avoid Them

Malware is a catch all phrase that includes any sort of program designed to do harm to a computer or that disrupts its normal processes. This includes viruses, spyware, adware, and much more. Malware is one of the biggest enemies of any computer that has access to the Internet, be it a company computer or a personal one. The most common types of malware that you might acquire and they way in which they affect a computer are outlined in detail below.

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