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Five Windows defraggers that won't tie newbies into knots
Defrag tools tend to intimidate nontechnical users. But these defraggers are easy to use -- and some have a nice selection of top-end features, to boot.
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Five reliable Windows Server backup solutions
By Jack Wallen | February 20, 2012, 8:27 AM PST
When disaster strikes (and it will), you can put the pieces back together if you've got a solid backup solution in place.
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Five apps that put the 'phone' in 'smartphone'
By Debra Littlejohn Shinder | February 14, 2012, 9:19 AM PST
Smartphones have evolved into versatile multi-purpose tools, but they haven't outgrown their primary role as... well, PHONES.
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Five data recovery apps that could make you a hero
By Brien Posey | February 13, 2012, 11:02 AM PST
When you get a panicked call from someone whose hard disk has crashed (with precious files that weren't backed up), one of these apps might save the day.
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Five pieces of scamware to watch out for
By Jack Wallen | February 6, 2012, 10:05 AM PST
From fake antivirus apps to uninvited toolbars, scamware can bog down your users' PCs -- and sometimes do a whole lot worse.
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Five LibreOffice extensions to help you catch grammar problems
By Jack Wallen | February 3, 2012, 2:27 PM PST
If you do a lot of writing using LibreOffice, these handy extensions will help you spot mistakes and polish your work.
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Five ticketing systems for developers
By Justin James | January 31, 2012, 12:06 PM PST
The right app can make a big difference when it comes to tracking bugs, integrating with other systems, and working through development tasks.
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Five reliable Outlook PST file repair tools
By Jack Wallen | January 30, 2012, 11:47 AM PST
Outlook PST files can become corrupted -- and when that happens, work grinds to a halt. If your organization relies on Outlook, one of these tools could save the day.
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Five apps for tracking the latest political mayhem
By Katherine Murray | January 29, 2012, 9:35 AM PST
The U.S. election season is fully upon us. If you're trying to keep up with the polls, pundits, and political news, these apps can help.
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Five Windows 7 gadgets worth sharing with your users
By Susan Harkins | January 25, 2012, 6:34 AM PST
Gadgets offer a simple, friendly way to execute all sorts of tasks -- perfect for nontechnical users (and often handy for power users, too).
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Five apps to hit the ground running with your new Android tablet
By Brien Posey | January 24, 2012, 7:44 AM PST
If you're trying to figure out which apps to load on your brand new Android tablet, here are some great choices to get you started.
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Five GPS apps to help you get where you're going (for cheap)
By Katherine Murray | January 23, 2012, 10:30 AM PST
Save time and gas money by equipping your smartphone with an inexpensive -- but indispensable -- GPS tool.
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Five apps for crapware cleanup
By Justin James | January 22, 2012, 8:37 AM PST
You don't have to put up with the aggravation of crapware. Here are several effective tools for removing it from your Windows PC.
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Five apps to help you clean up your Android device
By Jack Wallen | January 17, 2012, 9:53 AM PST
Keeping your Android devices clean will help free up space, prevent slowdowns, and ensure that you have enough system resources for smooth operation.
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Five tools for getting rid of duplicate files
By Justin James | January 16, 2012, 8:35 AM PST
If your system has gotten gunked up with duplicate files, clean up the mess with one of the handy tools on this list.
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The five best Linux file system cleaning tools
By Jack Wallen | January 11, 2012, 2:25 PM PST
In honor of National Clean up Your Computer month, here some top picks for Linux system cleaners.
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Five apps to meet your help desk challenges
By Justin James | January 10, 2012, 9:12 AM PST
A number of good tools are available to reduce help desk headaches, streamline management, and optimize workflow.
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The first five apps I install on a new Mac
By Scott Lowe | January 9, 2012, 3:12 PM PST
Once you move beyond the basics when provisioning a new Mac, certain apps jump to the top of the list. Here are a few good ones to consider.
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Five free Windows registry cleaners to keep your system running smoothly
By Jack Wallen | January 6, 2012, 11:31 AM PST
If you decide to use a registry cleaner, make sure you choose one that's reliable and safe. Here are some excellent options.
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Five powerhouse finance packages designed for SMBs
By Jack Wallen | January 3, 2012, 10:24 AM PST
Finding accounting software that fits your needs can be tricky. See if one of the solutions on this list offers the right feature set for the right price.
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Five apps to help with network discovery
By Brien Posey | January 3, 2012, 8:57 AM PST
A good discovery tool can be a net admin's best friend. The tools on this list are designed to help with discovery/inventory, monitoring, and reporting.
