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Content posted in September 2015
iPhone 6s Plus Hands-On: 10 Best Features
Slideshows  |  9/30/2015
Apple's new iPhone 6s Plus is more than a simple update to last year's phablet. Here's our hands-on look at the smartphone's strongest offerings.
8 Epic Software Fails: From Volkswagen To IRS
Slideshows  |  9/29/2015
While Volkswagen's recent software scandal raises serious ethical concerns, it's certainly not the only remarkable software failure this year. Here's a rundown of what can happen when good software goes bad. As we head into fourth quarter 2015, we can't help but wonder what's next.
10 iPhone Healthcare, Fitness Apps That Actually Work
Slideshows  |  9/28/2015
Some health apps for the iPhone are beneficial and others merely for fun. How to tell them apart and choose apps that will work for you.
iOS 9: 10 More Hidden Features To Explore
Slideshows  |  9/27/2015
Apple fortified iOS 9 with so many features, we're still discovering them. Here are 10 more tricks for iPhone and iPad users.
Big Data Ethics: 8 Key Facts To Ponder
Slideshows  |  9/25/2015
There's a lot of gray area when it comes to the ethical collection, use, and analysis of data. Consider these 8 issues organizations should ponder when assessing their data use practices.
12 Hottest Video Games For 4Q 2015
Slideshows  |  9/25/2015
The most wonderful time of the year for video game fans is from now until December. Check out our list of the best games slated for release this fall and winter (plus a bonus title to look forward to in early 2016).
iPhone 6s Debut: 7 Tips For Buyers
Slideshows  |  9/24/2015
There are more ways than ever to buy a new iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus. Here are some of the different angles to take toward smartphone nirvana.
10 IT Infrastructure Skills You Should Master
Slideshows  |  9/24/2015
Infrastructure is no longer static, immovable, or inflexible -- and neither should be an IT pro's skill set. Take a look at 10 of the hottest infrastructure skills that IT pros should be considering today.
IT Freelancing: 11 Signs It's Hot Now
Slideshows  |  9/23/2015
Enterprise demand for specific skillsets, a war for talent, and constantly shifting tech priorities are contributing to a thriving IT freelance culture. Whether you're in the field already, considering a career shift, or responsible for hiring freelance IT talent at your organization, here's what you need to know.
iPad Pro Vs. Competition: What's The Best Business Tablet?
Slideshows  |  9/22/2015
With the arrival of the iPad Pro, the tech world is talking about enterprise tablets. Which model is best for you?
10 Cloud Storage Options For Your Personal Files
Slideshows  |  9/21/2015
There are many cloud service providers, and choosing the right one for your personal and business needs can be tricky. Here's a look at what the top vendors have to offer.
8 Raspberry Pi Tools That Fire Up Your Programming Skills
Slideshows  |  9/20/2015
The Raspberry Pi has changed the world of embedded servers. Now, it's time to change the way you write software for the tiny powerhouse. Bonus: All the tools featured here are available for free.
Maker Faire: 9 Projects That Will Inspire You
Slideshows  |  9/18/2015
Innovation, mutual respect, and the open sharing of information are the hallmarks of the Maker Movement. Here's why a trip to your local Maker Faire might be the wake-up call your IT team needs.
iOS 9: 10 Tips And Tricks
Slideshows  |  9/18/2015
Apple packed a lot of changes into iOS 9, now available for iPhone and iPad. Here's your guide to navigating the new system.
Dreamforce 2015: 8 Ways Analytics Changes Business
Slideshows  |  9/17/2015
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and a cast of thousands took the stage at Dreamforce 2015 to talk about how analytics, particularly when based on information drawn from mobile devices and the Internet of Things (IoT), is going to change the way we do business.
Crisis Response: 6 Ways Big Data Can Help
Slideshows  |  9/17/2015
Whether naturally occurring or man-made, crises and disasters bring chaos to the people in their path. Learn how governments, nonprofits, and businesses are using big data and analytics to respond in fast, efficient ways.
8 Smart Cities: A Peek At Our Connected Future
Slideshows  |  9/16/2015
Cities around the world are using technology to improve the lives of their citizens. See what puts these eight communities ahead of the curve.
NASA's New Horizons Transmits New Pluto, Charon Images
Slideshows  |  9/15/2015
NASA's New Horizons is back in the news with the probe sending back dazzlingly new photographs of Pluto, along with images of the dwarf planet's moon Charon.
iPad Pro: 6 Pros, 4 Cons For Business Users
Slideshows  |  9/14/2015
The iPad Pro represents a sea change for Apple's tablet, which is now more than ever angling to replace your laptop.
10 Free Tools For Productive Programming
Slideshows  |  9/13/2015
Every programmer needs a set of tools -- and tools seem to be even better when they're free. Here are 10 you can use to be more productive in your next scrum.
iPhone 6S, iPad Pro, TV, Watch: Apple's Fall Lineup
Slideshows  |  9/10/2015
iPhone 6S and 6S Plus and iPad Pro were among the products getting their big reveal at Apple's San Francisco shindig Sept. 9. But the real excitement lies in Apple's vision for the future of TV.
6 Ways To Ask Smarter Questions Of Big Data
Slideshows  |  9/9/2015
To drive more value out of your big data, you have to start with the right questions. Here are six strategies for improving the quality of the questions you ask big data.
Will Windows 10 Make It To 20? IT Watchers Discuss
Slideshows  |  9/9/2015
Industry analysts and InformationWeek editors predict the future of Microsoft's iconic operating system.
MacBook To Fitbit: 11 Back-To-School Must-Have Gadgets
Slideshows  |  9/8/2015
Back-to-school season is the ultimate excuse to stock up on all the electronics you've been pining for since - well -- since the last school year ended. From MacBooks to Fitbits, here are some of our recommendations.
10 Ways To Be Happier At Work
Slideshows  |  9/7/2015
Most of us aren't happy at work. Here's what we can do to change that.
Apple's Swift Programming Language: 10 Fascinating Facts
Slideshows  |  9/7/2015
Swift 2.0 is Apple's main language used for programming OS X and iOS systems. Here are 10 things you should know about Swift before you dive in.
10 Cities Where Your IT Pay Is Worth The Most
Slideshows  |  9/6/2015
Big paychecks are nice, but in some cities they only let you keep pace with the cost of living. In honor of Labor Day, we're highlighting the US metro areas that allow you to stretch your IT paycheck the farthest.
10 Best Smartphones, Wearables From IFA 2015
Slideshows  |  9/5/2015
The IFA tradeshow in Berlin produced a wealth of new smartphones and smartwatches to keep us all connected. From Sony, to Samsung, to Motorola, here's the best of the best.
Data Visualizations: 11 Ways To Bring Analytics To Life
Slideshows  |  9/4/2015
Data visualizations, used well, can help people make sense of large, complex data. Learn how data visualizations are changing and best practices for making the most of them.
8 Back-To-School Gadgets IT Pros Will Want, Too
Slideshows  |  9/4/2015
Here's what all the cool kids will be bringing back to school that you can use in your daily job or home life, too. Equally at home in dorms or offices, these aren't the gadgets you must have, but they'll quickly become the ones you want to have.
Using Data To Fight Wildfires: An Inside Look
Slideshows  |  9/3/2015
Data gathering and analysis are now part of an array of tools used to fight wildfires in the US. Here's what it all looks like.
Containers 101: 10 Terms To Know
Slideshows  |  9/2/2015
Application containers have been around for a while in the Linux world, but now Microsoft is moving them into the mainstream. Here's what you need to know about this evolution of server virtualization.
Microsoft Insider: 2 Days On Redmond Campus
Slideshows  |  9/2/2015
Ever wonder what life is like in Redmond? Here's what I saw during a two-day experience on Microsoft's massive campus.
10 Apple Slip-Ups That Bruised Its Reputation
Slideshows  |  9/1/2015
Apple is known for its consumer-friendly reputation, but this list proves Cameragate is only the latest in a long line of Apple foul-ups.


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