Dell and HP are selling select, business computers loaded with Windows XP Professional. Customers can have Windows XP preinstalled and get a DVD to upgrade to Vista when they are ready.
Businesses can still buy new Dell and HP computers with Windows XP Pro
- Date: July 3rd, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: Windows, IT Management, Operating Systems, IT Dojo
- Tags: Dell Computer Corp., Hewlett-Packard Co., Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Vista, Computer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software
Podcast: Bill Detwiler discusses a typical day in TechRepublic’s IT Dojo
- Date: July 2nd, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: IT Leadership, Help Desk, IT Management, Career, IT Dojo
- Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Information Technology, Podcasts, Strategy, Internet, Management, Bill Detwiler
As part of our Inside TechRepublic series, Bill Detwiler spoke with Senior Editor Sonja Thompson. During the interview, Bill discussed his history with TechRepublic, describes a typical workday, and outlines the guiding principles on which we built the IT Dojo blog.
Five Cisco IOS tips to make you more efficient
- Date: June 30th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: IT Dojo Video, Networking, Hardware, IT Dojo, Network Administration
- Tags: Cisco IOS, Cisco Systems Inc., Bill Detwiler
Keeping your Cisco equipment configured for optimal performance can be a time-consuming process. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler demonstrates five, time-saving tips for working more efficiently with Cisco IOS commands.
Most report their IT career has been better than they expected
- Date: June 27th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: IT Management, Career, IT Dojo
- Tags: Job, Information Technology, Job Satisfaction, Professional Development, Recruitment & Selection, Strategy, Career, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Management
Had you IT career turned out as you expected? In an IT Dojo poll, 76 percent of respondents reported their IT career being the same as or better than they initially predicted.
IT managers can fight employee burnout by building the right workplace environment
- Date: June 26th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: IT Leadership, Help Desk, IT Management, Career, IT Dojo
- Tags: Job, Workplace, Employee, Phone, Information Technology, Environment, Burnout, Help Desk, Call Centers, Recruitment & Selection
Skilled employees are difficult to find and even harder to keep. IT managers can increase retention and fight employee burnout by rotating jobs, effectively scheduling shifts, assigning administrative duties, managing phone time, requiring employees to visit other areas of the organization, and building a culture of constant learning.
Video: Reset Windows passwords with the Offline NT Password and Registry Editor
- Date: June 23rd, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: IT Dojo Video, Windows, Linux, Security, Operating Systems
- Tags: Password, Microsoft Windows NT, Registry Editor, Video, Tool, Windows Password, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software, Bill Detwiler
Don't let lost or forgotten Windows account passwords frustrate your users. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler shows you how to quickly reset local account passwords, including Administrator, with the open-source Offline NT Password and Registry Editor.
Track turnover with our Employee Separation Checklist
- Date: June 20th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: Security, End-user Support, Help Desk, IT Management, Hardware, IT Dojo, Network Administration
- Tags: Employee, Information Technology, Strategy, Management, Bill Detwiler
TechRepublic's Employee Separation Checklist can help you track the constant flow of employees in and out of your organization. Download the form, customize it to fit your organization's needs, and distribute it to department managers. When an employee leaves, their manager will complete the form and submit it to IT.
Wi-Fi thief’s tale reminds IT to enforce home office security
- Date: June 20th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: Mobile, Networking, Security, End-user Support, IT Management, Compliance, IT Dojo, Network Administration
- Tags: Network, Information Technology, Wi-Fi Security, Wi-Fi Thief, Remote Access Policy, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Remote Access, Wireless Security, Wireless
Network security is only as good as its weakest link--often users' home Wi-Fi networks. IT managers must examine their exposure to unsecured Wi-Fi networks and take steps to mitigate any risks, such as helping users protect their networks, implementing a good remote access policy, and addressing any compliance issues.
Podcast: Fujitsu thinks solid-state drive benefits are more hype than reality (for now)
- Date: June 18th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: Podcast, IT Leadership, IT Management, Hardware, Storage, Memory, Apple, IT Dojo
- Tags: Podcast, Hard Drive, Notebook, Performance, Benefit, Quiz, Fujitsu Ltd., Cell, Performance Management, Storage
Fujitsu isn't jumping on the solid-sate bandwagon just yet. The company believes conventional hard drives are a reliable storage technology that offers better overall performance for less money and will continue to dominate the storage market for next four to five years.
Video: Take control of any Windows PC on the Internet with CrossLoop
- Date: June 16th, 2008
- Author: Bill Detwiler
- Category: IT Dojo Video, Mobile, Windows, End-user Support, Help Desk, Software
- Tags: PC, Remote Desktop, Video, Remote Support, Windows PC, CrossLoop, Remote Administration, Microsoft Windows, Internet, Operating Systems
If remotely controlling PCs across the Internet is a support headache, CrossLoop might be the cure. In this IT Dojo video, Bill Detwiler shows you how to take control of Windows PCs using the free CrossLoop remote control application.
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