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Tips for completing a network documentation project
Insight Documenting a client's network takes more than the use of autodiscovery tools. Here are some tips to avoid the pitfalls of such a project.
Developers, do you know what users really want?
Management Developing usable software for customers is all about understanding your end-users. We asked several usability experts on their approach to software design.
Tags: Software
Power to the people: ZDNet's guide to notebook batteries
Reviews Ever wondered why your portable device's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.
Barnes & Noble hit with suit over Nook
News A Cupertino, Calif.-based start-up claims the bookseller misappropriated its trade secrets in its design of a similar e-reader.
Tags: Copyright, Barnes & Noble Inc., e-reader, Nook, Alex, California, Amazon.com Inc., E-book, Cupertino, marketing
How intuitive should developers make software?
Techguide If a user can't figure out how to use software, the blame often falls on the developer. Is the expectation that developers must create intuitive software unrealistic?
Tags: Business applications, Protocols and platforms, Wiki, Training, IP, Developer, IP Address, Computer, Fallacy, Networking Device
Viacom chief: We're sticking with DRM
News Viacom chief calls for content creators and distributors to install more "safeguards" against piracy.
Tags: Piracy
Y2K windfall for Net phones?
News Millennial computer glitch is belatedly pushing companies to dump outdated gear for new Net phone systems.
Tags: VoIP/IP telephony
Creative is latest to tackle e-book readers
News Maker of Zen MP3 players is said to be readying an e-book reader, tentatively named the MediaBook, that will harness videos, pictures, text, and services for a "media-rich experience".
Tags: Consumer Technology, Handhelds, Peripherals, Zen, e-reader, Creative, Amazon.com Inc., Bridgestone Corp., E-book Reader, Video
Internet Archive's BookServer could 'dominate' Amazon
News A new initiative from the nonprofit Internet Archive aims to make all books, commercial or public domain, available for digital distribution. If it works, Amazon could be in serious trouble.
Tags: Handhelds, Publisher, Google Inc., Barnes & Noble Inc., search engine, e-reader, Amazon.com Inc., BookServer, public domain, Amazon Kindle
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Help desk manager recommends a CD organizer for managing media
Insight It's tough to manage a library of installation CDs. They always seem to be missing when you need them most. Read how one help desk manager uses an inexpensive tool as a central repository for storing media.
Lucent to cut more costs, won't pursue Alcatel merger
News Lucent Technologies Inc will accelerate cost cuts and won't search for another buyer after backing out of a sale to France's Alcatel SA, chief executive Henry Schacht said.
FBI digs deeper into the Web
News Proposal would expand federal powers to mine publicly available databases and monitor Web use.
