Looking Back at 15 Years of Internet Explorer - 8/19/2010 At the ripe old age of 15, Internet Explorer is vastly different from the browser that first emerged as an add-on to Windows 95. Take a look back at IE's ups and downs over the years and discover what Microsoft has in mind for the future of Internet Explorer.
iPhone Security: Get the Lowdown on the Best in Security - 8/5/2010 While many iPhone users' greatest safety concern is protecting the phone from physical damage, it's the data within the phone that poses the true security concern in most cases. That's where security apps come in. Find out which security apps you really need for your iPhone.
OpenOffice Tips and Tricks, Part 2 - 7/8/2010 Our OpenOffice.org Tips & Tricks series of hidden timesaving treasures in Open Office continues with tips on how to import the MS Office custom dictionary, save docs in the MS Office format, and use MS Office templates in OOo.
OpenOffice Tips and Tricks, Part 1 - 6/17/2010 Our OpenOffice.org Tips & Tricks series starts with several helpful recommendations for replicating some of the MS Office functionality and features that OpenOffice.org lacks in its base install. Soon you'll be more comfortable using OpenOffice for just about all of your desktop publishing needs.
Security Spotlight: Seven Free and Unique Apps to Check Out - 6/3/2010 Looking for some unique security apps you may not have heard of before? Here are seven unusual but extremely handy downloads to try out. Oh, and did we mention they're all free?
Staying Secure on the Go with Seven Must-Have Firefox Add-Ons - 5/20/2010 You're extra vulnerable when you're on the go and away from your friendly home network. Learn how to stay safe on strange networks with seven key Firefox add-ons that stop malware and help guard your privacy.
OpenOffice: Eight Extensions to Enhance the Open Source Office Suite - 4/29/2010 OpenOffice.org may well be the best cross-platform open source office productivity suite available, but that doesn't mean it's perfect. While OOo lacks full-featured support for a clipart gallery, Google Docs integration, PDF import, and anything more than basic templates, these features and capabilities are out there if you simply know where to look.
WebGems and NiftyClicks: SmartDraw, SitePal, Coupons, and Zentation - 4/15/2010 You can never have enough Web tools and resources, especially when they're free. Andrew Lock's latest collection of WebGems and NiftyClicks will help you be more productive without having to spend any cash.
FileMaker Pro 11: Database Software Made Quicker, Easier to Use - 4/8/2010 With the essential small business database software having entered its eleventh iteration, the immediate question is whether version 11 should be considered a must-have update. We take a look at the new features and enhancements in FileMaker Pro 11 and weigh in on its worth as an essential upgrade.
Exploring Office 2007: Seven Essential Excel 2007 Chart Options - 4/1/2010 In our latest Exploring Office 2007 article Helen Bradley reveals seven little known but extremely handy features that will turn a regular looking chart into something much easier to read and understand.
Office 2010 Beta: Serving Up Speed and Simplicity - 3/25/2010 Speed, simplicity, and enhanced collaboration are the name of the game in Microsoft's latest office suite release, Office 2010. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook all benefit from noticeable improvements, while some less-recognized components like OneNote have risen to the fore.
Virtual XP: Options for Running XP Virtual Machines in Windows 7 - 3/11/2010 Businesses in the process of replacing aging Windows XP PCs have a variety of tools available for running a virtual machine version of XP that co-exists inside the newer operating system. We take a look at the pros and cons of virtual machine solutions from VMware, Laplink, Zinstall, and Microsoft for running XP on Windows 7.
Firefox Add-ons: The Top Ten Must-Have Add-ons - 3/4/2010 Eric Geier takes a look at ten essential Firefox add-ons that will make your Mozilla Web browser even better. Discover add-ons to help fix annoyances, save time, discover advanced functionality, stay connected, and more.
Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Seven Steps to a Smooth Migration - 2/18/2010 Whether you're mulling the thought of a mass migration for your small business over to Windows 7 or you're just thinking about updating a PC or two on your home network to the new operating system, we've got the lowdown on making the transition as easy and painless as possible.
WebGems and NiftyClicks: Loot, iFreelance, PlanetBargains, and SideStep - 2/11/2010 It's time for more WebGems and NiftyClicks from our favorite marketing maverick. Andrew Lock shares four more free apps and helpful services you can use to make your life a bit easier as you run your business or just surf for fun.
Online Collaboration Tools: A Small Business Guide - 1/20/2010 While the right collaboration tools can help small businesses be more efficient and productive, sifting through the tangle of options available can be a daunting task. Our buyers' guide gives you a jumpstart on what's available and what you need to know to get the job done.
WebGems and NiftyClicks, Part 8: Xobni, SBA, Acrobat Alternative, and FixPicture - 1/4/2010 Our WebGems and NiftyClicks series continues as Andrew Lock, marketing wizard and founder of Help! My Business Sucks, shares four free apps and helpful services you can use to make your life a bit easier as you run your business or just surf for fun.
Songbird: Singing a New Tune in the Media Player Scene - 12/23/2009 With the open source music player Songbird finally making its official debut after two years in development, the big question swirling around Songbird is whether or not this Mozilla-based player will be able to give iTunes a run for its money.
QuickBooks Premier 2010: Worth the Price of the Upgrade? - 12/17/2009 We take a look at what's new and improved in the latest edition of QuickBooks small business accounting software and answer the all important question of whether the upgrade is worth the price.
Exploring Office 2007: Create a Document Index in Word 2007 - 12/10/2009 In our latest Exploring Office 2007 article Helen Bradley reveals how to use Word 2007's built-in indexing tool to create indexes for long documents either manually or automatically.
Network Magic Pro 5.5: Network Mangement Made Simple, But Still Worth the Money? - 12/3/2009 Network Magic is designed to help the average user easily set up and manage a network by providing a consistent interface across different Windows and Mac versions. With Microsoft's steady progress in usability, especially in Windows 7, is Network Magic still worth the money?
