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Quiz: SAP BI/BW -- beginner level
Test yourself on SAP BI and SAP BW in this beginner-level quiz from SearchSAP.com. BI/BW expert Jay Narayanan covers all basic BW topics, like key figured, info cubes, info objects and aggregates. Quiz
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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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Product roundup headquarters
Staying up to date on new products for your SMB can be difficult and time-consuming. We've consolidated our collection of recent product announcements onto one page for your convenience. Feature
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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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Quiz: Linux basics
Are you ready for Linux? Take this quiz on Linux basics and see how much you know about Linux before you make the switch. Quiz
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10 tips for Windows systems maintenance for SMBs
Kevin Beaver provides you with 10 tips for keeping your Windows systems performing at their peak so they can work for you, not against you. Check IT List
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CIO conquers IT systems failure through strategic virtualization
Faced with an enterprise-wide IT systems failure and scant resources, CIO Paul Stokes turned to virtualization technologies and rigorous planning. News | 11 Jan 2012
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SSDs address I/O bottlenecks for companies of all sizes
Discover the latest trends in solid-state storage, reliability and what solid-state drives can offer to enterprises. Podcast | 19 Dec 2011
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New green IT technology for data center cooling
One option in data center cooling allows servers to be immersed in liquid, potentially reducing cooling energy by 90%. News | 28 Sep 2011
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Buried in paper, CFO takes the lead on business intelligence strategy
Strapped with legacy BI systems that were paper-heavy and relied on IT, a CFO commandeered business intelligence strategy. He's not the only business exec taking charge of BI tools. News | 18 May 2011
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A CTO's lessons for technology integration and business strategy
Is technology integration with business strategy one of your 2011 goals? Learn from a veteran CTO how to mitigate the risks. News | 16 Mar 2011
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Cloud computing costs how much?
A major vendor's private cloud system could cost up to a million dollars. What is it about cloud computing that's so expensive? News | 31 Jan 2011
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Forget virtual machine management -- go to the cloud
Will midmarket companies choose to bypass virtual machine management headaches in favor of cloud deployments? News | 16 Dec 2010
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Virtual machine performance tools equal better ROI
The days of eyeballing resources for virtual machine performance are falling to the wayside as IT directors seek better server virtualization ROI. Article | 08 Dec 2010
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Where's the love for Microsoft technologies?
Talk of Google, Amazon and Apple is eclipsing the once fervent buzz around Microsoft technologies. News | 21 Oct 2010
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What's the best tablet PC for your organization?
The Apple iPad has launched a tablet PC war as vendors strive to provide the mobility and functionality IT organizations crave. So what's the best tablet PC for your company? Article | 29 Sep 2010
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Data center standards for the new world order: Are yours up to snuff?
Data center standards are evolving, but is your data center architecture? Jonathan Hassell walks through the five biggest trends in data center planning. Tip
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Elegant software management solutions for the CIO
Sometimes your software management solutions are as simple as the department next door. Here's how to leverage power users for application management. Tip
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Step-by-step guide for finding an ERP vendor
When choosing an ERP vendor, be shameless about education: Let vendors teach you not just about their specific solutions, but also about ERP in general. Tip
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Assessing the need for an enterprise resource planning system
If you have data discrepancies among departments or are in need of automated tasks, it might be time to look at an enterprise resource planning system. Tip
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You have a storage area network. Now what? Some SAN configuration tips
You have a SAN -- now you have to set it up. Get SAN configuration insights on how to assign RAID levels, determine the staff you'll need and prepare for ongoing SAN maintenance. Tip
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Breaking down SAN technologies
How do you determine which SAN technologies are right for you? Start by figuring out which features are most important for your environment. Tip
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Crafting a mobile device policy strategy
Learn how to develop and manage a mobile device policy, including mobile device security measures that can help you along the way, in this guide. Tip
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10 best practices for deploying desktop virtualization solutions
Desktop virtualization solutions can save your organization time and money, but how do you plan for deployment? Read our top 10 list of virtualization best practices. Tip
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Moving away from RFPs: Taking control of a software selection process
Traditional procurement strategies aren't always the best bet when time is short and budgets are tight. Learn how one CIO has reworked his software selection processes. Tip
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Windows 7: Your last desktop operating system deployment?
Moving from XP to Windows 7 won't necessarily be easy -- but it may be your last desktop operating system deployment. Learn the seven technologies CIOs should consider. Tip
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Can DSL be used with phone extenders?
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Trends in high availability and fault tolerance
In this podcast, hear how high-availability and fault-tolerance solutions are helping midmarket companies achieve greater availability and performance on mission-critical systems. Podcast
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Windows 7 review: A closer look at this operating system for business
In this Windows 7 review, learn about the business benefits, new features, compatibility issues and licensing concerns of Microsoft's newest operating system. Podcast
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CIO Jim Mulholland: Creativity Inc. IT head makes warehouse operations easier
Jim Mulholland discusses the applications that made his company's warehouse automation program a success and how he demonstrates its ROI to senior management. Podcast
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CIO Oded Haner: A clear view for shipping and receiving
Monster Cable's CIO took a basic ROI sheet and turned it into big-time savings in his company's warehouses. Podcast
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CIO Ram Murthy: New architecture saves Peace Corps $1M
CIO Ram Murthy explains how new business processes enabled the Peace Corps to successfully migrate off legacy systems and save $1 million by eliminating license fees. Podcast
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CIO Ron Crall: Life support for ailing IT infrastructure
CIO Ron Crall discusses how he and his staff modernized an ailing urban hospital's IT infrastructure. Podcast
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Sole Technology CIO leads environmental change
Blade servers, aggressive recycling and ... waterless bathroom fixtures? From the front door to the data center, sports apparel company Sole Technology is intent on going green. CIO-Midmarket Tip Podcast
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Texas A&M Aggies tackle Web traffic: Expert podcast
Texas A&M's sports Web site kept failing because of too many visitors. Listen to or download this podcast to find out how the Aggies tackled overwhelming traffic and kept their site running. CIO-Midmarket News Podcas
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Is a VoIP system the right choice for an SMB?
Is VoIP the right choice for SMBs? SearchSMB.com Associate Editor Jeff Kelly finds out from expert Carrie Higbie. Podcast
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CIO conquers IT systems failure through strategic virtualization
Faced with an enterprise-wide IT systems failure and scant resources, CIO Paul Stokes turned to virtualization technologies and rigorous planning. News
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SSDs address I/O bottlenecks for companies of all sizes
Discover the latest trends in solid-state storage, reliability and what solid-state drives can offer to enterprises. Podcast
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New green IT technology for data center cooling
One option in data center cooling allows servers to be immersed in liquid, potentially reducing cooling energy by 90%. News
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Exploring software and data management tools
Viva la data center revolution! This SearchCIO-Midmarket briefing is chock full of data management tools to help you navigate the dynamics of a new world order. Midmarket CIO Briefing
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Data center standards for the new world order: Are yours up to snuff?
Data center standards are evolving, but is your data center architecture? Jonathan Hassell walks through the five biggest trends in data center planning. Tip
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Elegant software management solutions for the CIO
Sometimes your software management solutions are as simple as the department next door. Here's how to leverage power users for application management. Tip
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Buried in paper, CFO takes the lead on business intelligence strategy
Strapped with legacy BI systems that were paper-heavy and relied on IT, a CFO commandeered business intelligence strategy. He's not the only business exec taking charge of BI tools. News
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A CTO's lessons for technology integration and business strategy
Is technology integration with business strategy one of your 2011 goals? Learn from a veteran CTO how to mitigate the risks. News
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Cloud computing costs how much?
A major vendor's private cloud system could cost up to a million dollars. What is it about cloud computing that's so expensive? News
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Forget virtual machine management -- go to the cloud
Will midmarket companies choose to bypass virtual machine management headaches in favor of cloud deployments? News
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About Systems management for the midmarket
Systems management is the management of the information technology systems in a midmarket company. This includes purchasing, configuring, distributing and maintaining. The systems management topic includes news, advice, tips, white papers and more.