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New vendor management process drives cost-savings at Railinc
IT Leadership Awards finalist Rob Simora cuts costs and hikes collaboration with a new vendor management process and well-communicated IT objectives. IT Leadership Awards
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Open source and SMBs: Answers
Open source tools have become popular with SMBs, thanks to their price and security. But what do you really know about the technology? Find out with our quiz! Quiz Answers
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Open source and SMBs: Open your mind
Open source software has become popular with SMBs, thanks to its price and security. But what do you really know about the technology? Find out with our quiz! Quiz
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Open source strategies for SMBs
Open source technologies are secure, affordable options for SMBs. Find out more with our top five open source tips for SMBs. Top 5 Tech Advice
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Open source enterprise applications business assessment
Deploying open source software and systems at your SMB requires careful preparation if you want to be successful. This Info-Tech Readiness Assessment worksheet will help SMB IT managers determine whether or not their enterprise is sufficiently prepar... Research Report
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IT cheat sheets for all
They may seem like no-brainers to you, but some of your IT tricks and workarounds look magical to your peers. We've collected our favorite IT cheat sheets on topics ranging from AS/400 to HTML and Outlook so everyone can look like a whiz. FAQ
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Technology trivia quiz: Romancing the Geek
Here's our valentine to you: A selection of tech trivia nuggets for the discerning technophile. How many can you guess correctly? Quiz
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2006 technology predictions for SMBs
Want to know what to expect for your IT organization in 2006? Our SMB experts look at the year ahead for issues such as offshoring, SaaS, strategies and open source. Expert Predictions
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Technology terms quiz: What the Dickens!
Since 1843, when Charles Dickens first saw publication of "A Christmas Carol," the classic tale has served many purposes. Here's our geeky version. Quiz
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Move over Microsoft, SMBs consider Linux migration
Our special feature on Linux and SMBs includes articles on vendor options, security, a case study and more. Feature
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Mobile app trends: Join SearchCIO-Midmarket.com's first tweet jam
Discuss up-and-coming (and dissolving) mobile app trends during SearchCIO-Midmarket.com's first tweet jam, April 10 at 3 p.m. EST. Tweet Jam | 01 Apr 2013
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The right data analysis tool drives success of traffic info provider
INRIX lives and breathes big data, but when that data got unwieldy, the right data analysis tools set the traffic info provider back on course. News | 07 Mar 2013
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The POTUS demonstrates business transparency through social media
When President Obama asked Reddit users to ask him anything, he gave CIOs a lesson in business transparency. CIO Matters | 30 Aug 2012
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Innovative LMS solution drives success at technical training program
This SearchCIO-Midmarket.com IT Leadership Award finalist engages students in a technical training program with a new learning management system. News | 23 Apr 2012
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Are your Big Data analytics ready for 2012?
It's 2012, and your Big Data analytics might need to play catch up: Our blog round up of all that you missed last week. News | 11 Jan 2012
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Open source solutions offer agility and collaborative development
Midmarket firms save money while avoiding vendor lock-in with open source solutions that range from operating systems to middleware and applications. News | 24 May 2011
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Is open source cloud software suitable for SMBs?
Recently announced open source cloud project OpenStack could bring standards and portability to cloud computing. Could SMBs benefit? News | 22 Jul 2010
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First open source, ITIL-aligned IT change management tool coming soon
IT change management for all! A new open source, ITIL-aligned IT change management tool gives SMBs an affordable option. News | 03 Mar 2010
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SharePoint 2010 good, Enterprise 2.0 tools may be better
While Microsoft unveiled some new features in SharePoint 2010, new users might not find them compelling enough to jump on board now. News | 03 Feb 2010
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Open source solutions vs. SaaS applications: Weigh the options
Open source solutions and Software as a Service applications are both viable options in the midmarket. But which is best suited for you depends on your need for customization, integration and value. Article | 12 Aug 2009
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Hadoop offers big data analytics on the cheap -- if you know how
CIOs can harness the power of data mining using the free Apache Hadoop framework, but is there such a thing as free big data analytics? Tip
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Key IT software solutions: Making smart choices in tough times
Looking to invest in new IT software solutions? From open source to BPM, learn what to look for, where to get it and how to maximize ROI with our IT software solutions coverage. Tip
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OpenOffice takes on Microsoft Office at SMBs
OpenOffice has been making a lot of news, but you may be wondering if the open source office suite actually measures up to Microsoft Office. Wonder no more: Here's a side-by-side comparison. Tip
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Linux desktop: Simpler, more secure than Windows
Don't adopt Linux desktop just because you hate Microsoft, experts agree. Instead, make the switch to open source for the simplified maintenance and improved security. Tip
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Five best practices for open source security
While open source software is often more secure than its proprietary counterparts, it still needs to be hardened, patched and locked down before deployment in the enterprise. Here are five best practices for securing open source software at SMBs. Tip
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Open source and website design: Caveat emptor
Using open source software to redesign or create a website can be beneficial to resource-strapped SMBs, but caveat emptor -- there are hidden costs. Tip
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Top five Infrastructure Strategies tips of 2006
With 2006 winding down, we thought now would be a good time to reflect back on the year that was. Here, we've gathered our top five Infrastructure Strategies tips of the past year. Tip
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Top IT Management Guides of 2006
Check out the top five IT Management Guides of the year. Tip
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Unix or Linux? Are you ready to make the move?
The need for modernization and cost reduction, or a change in leadership may mean migration away from your existing Unix platform. If your company is the type to scale horizontally and you're uncomfortable with big iron, you may want to consider Linu... Tip
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Linux or Unix: Pros and cons
If you're in need of a reliable, scalable environment, Linux or Unix may be the answer. Discover the pros and cons of each and figure out which is the best fit for your needs. Tip
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tumblelog
A tumblelog is a blog that supports short-form mixed media content. Tumblelog posts are brief comments that may contain audio, quotes, links, images or video. Definition
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Reddit
Reddit is a social news website and forum where stories are socially curated and promoted by site members. The site name is a play on the words "I read it." Definition
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BitTorrent
BitTorrent is a content distribution protocol that enables efficient software distribution and peer-to-peer sharing of very large files, such as entire movies and TV shows, by enabling users to serve as network redistribution points. (Continued) Definition
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Avoid data latency with Hadoop, Sears CTO says
Organizations looking to reduce data latency troubles are turning to the Hadoop framework and data science analytics. Learn more in this video Q&A. CIO Innovators
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CIO considers product development support with open source software
When choosing open source software, should a company's final decision rest on the provider's product development support? CIO William Caraher explains. Video
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External and internal social media are changing business
CIOs are improving business strategy with external and internal social media such as Twitter, Yammer and Google+. CIO Innovators
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Law office technology aiding data privacy, document security efforts
Law office technology can help CIOs better secure data and documents. Learn about legal-field technologies in this video Q&A with CIO William Caraher. CIO Innovators
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New vendor management process drives cost-savings at Railinc
IT Leadership Awards finalist Rob Simora cuts costs and hikes collaboration with a new vendor management process and well-communicated IT objectives. IT Leadership Awards
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Mobile app trends: Join SearchCIO-Midmarket.com's first tweet jam
Discuss up-and-coming (and dissolving) mobile app trends during SearchCIO-Midmarket.com's first tweet jam, April 10 at 3 p.m. EST. Tweet Jam
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The right data analysis tool drives success of traffic info provider
INRIX lives and breathes big data, but when that data got unwieldy, the right data analysis tools set the traffic info provider back on course. News
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Avoid data latency with Hadoop, Sears CTO says
Organizations looking to reduce data latency troubles are turning to the Hadoop framework and data science analytics. Learn more in this video Q&A. CIO Innovators
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tumblelog
A tumblelog is a blog that supports short-form mixed media content. Tumblelog posts are brief comments that may contain audio, quotes, links, images or video. Definition
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Reddit
Reddit is a social news website and forum where stories are socially curated and promoted by site members. The site name is a play on the words "I read it." Definition
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CIO considers product development support with open source software
When choosing open source software, should a company's final decision rest on the provider's product development support? CIO William Caraher explains. Video
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The POTUS demonstrates business transparency through social media
When President Obama asked Reddit users to ask him anything, he gave CIOs a lesson in business transparency. CIO Matters
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External and internal social media are changing business
CIOs are improving business strategy with external and internal social media such as Twitter, Yammer and Google+. CIO Innovators
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Law office technology aiding data privacy, document security efforts
Law office technology can help CIOs better secure data and documents. Learn about legal-field technologies in this video Q&A with CIO William Caraher. CIO Innovators
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About Open source midmarket software
Open source is an option for resource-strapped midmarket CIOs. This topic includes administration, interoperability, security and integration best practices, advice, tips and news for midmarket CIOs on open source, including Linux, Linux and Windows or Linux and Unix systems management.