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7 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Office

Out with the old, in with the new! Get a jump on spring cleaning by swapping out some of your outdated technology.  Read more

5 Things That Could Slow Apple's Success

Let Apple's example be a lesson to you: Staying on top of your game--no matter how successful you are--is a never-ending struggle.  Read more

Apple vs. Samsung: Why 'Cool' Isn't Enough to Win

This battle won't be won by the hippest brand. As Samsung shows, hustle and hard work matter more against an entrenched competitor.  Read more

Technology That May Lose Its Luster in 2013

These business devices could do no wrong in 2012. But this year they might make way for better alternatives.  View slideshow

Why the New BlackBerry Is Worth a Look

Just as businesses are switching to Android and iOS devices, the BlackBerry gets a new operating system. Here's why you should check it out.  Read more

10 Critical Rules of Smartphone Etiquette

Smartphones are everywhere. Do you take others into consideration when using yours in public? Here are 10 ways to show respect to others.  Read more

Top 5 Business Books of 2012

The best (and bestselling) business books of this year were mostly about exposing corruption.  Read more

2013 Trend: Plastic Will Be Passé

Without credit cards, getting paid will get a lot quicker, easier, and cheaper.  Read more

8 Major Tech Predictions for 2013

On tap for next year: Big changes are coming to everything from e-commerce and hardware to incubators and VC funds.  Read more

6 Ways Business Could Change in 2013

At long last, the fax machine may finally die. Read on for more shifts next year that may change how you do business.  Read more

3 Apps That Made My Life Better in 2012

Lots of apps over-promise, under-deliver, and then fade into oblivion. Inc.com columnist Minda Zetlin highlights three with staying power.  Read more

Hardware Wants to Be Free

Technology is getting cheap--so cheap, in fact, that gadgets alone may cease to be the moneymakers. Tech start-ups, take note.  Read more

2013 Trend: Social Media Will Get Bigger

Facebook just hit 1 billion users. Brace yourself for the backlash.  Read more

5 Epic Tech Fails in 2012

These products and innovations once seemed so full of promise. Not so much anymore.  Read more

5 Good Holiday Gifts for Your Employees

Your business is nothing without your people. How will you sufficiently thank them this year?  Read more

2013 Trend: An App for Every Waking Minute

Do you have a mobile strategy? Even if you do, you probably need a new one.  Read more

Biggest Tech Trends of 2012

After a year's worth of hardware and software news, these six developments are the ones to remember.  Read more

3 Ways the Holidays Put Your Company at Risk

Between the shopping madness, boozy eggnog, and harried traveling, this season presents plenty of threats to your business.  Read more

Get More Out of Windows 8 or RT: 4 Tips

Ease a transition to a Windows 8 or Windows RT device with a little advance preparation.  Read more

Windows Surface RT: Pros & Cons

Microsoft's new tablet may be off to a slow start, but it's too early to dismiss the device. Here's what Surface has going for it.  Read more

4 Ways to Embrace Big Data

Here's a handful of useful tools to collect the kind of data you need to make better business decisions.  Read more

Best Business Gadgets of 2012

This past year was one of the best in recent memory for innovative new devices to help you run your operation smoothly, keep employees happy, and stay connec...  View slideshow

Best 2012 Books for Entrepreneurs

Inspiration can come from anywhere. These nine books may not all fit into the "business book" genre, but they're still must-reads.  Read more

Your Online Bio, Supercharged

The skinny on three services that help you create personal webpages to encompass your entire online life.  Read more

8 Things Wrong with Your Google AdWords Campaign

You may think you're getting good value from your paid Google AdWords campaign, but chances are you could be doing better. Here's why.  Read more

Windows 8: The Next Frontier for App Developers

Pundits are skeptical about the future of Microsoft's operating system, but there are three reasons why it's a big deal for software entrepreneurs.  Read more

Holiday Gift Guide: What to Get Your Staff

Scrounging around for holiday gift ideas? Look no further. Here are seven things your employees will actually want to keep.  View slideshow

5 Apps That Make QuickBooks Better

You're already using QuickBooks. Check out five ways to get more mileage out of it.  Read more

8 Ways to Find the Best Long-Tail Keywords

Here are some simple and effective ways to identify the kind of keywords that keep the traffic coming.  Read more

Your Employees Could Be a Lot More Engaged. Here's Proof

A new online tool helps you measure the strength of your company culture. Check out the results so far.  Read more

3 Basics of Facebook Analytics

You've got a few months' worth of Facebook activity under your belt. Now's the time to dig into the data and see what's working.  Read more

Secrets to a Perfectly Crafted Social Media Post

What you say is important. But so is how and when you say it.  Read more

How Google's Page Redesign Could Affect Your Business

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, the search giant tweaked its search result pages. Here's what you need to know.  Read more

3 Critical Mobile Marketing Insights from Mary Meeker

Former analyst and now VC Mary Meeker gave an unexpected mid-year update on Internet trends. Here are three you can't afford to ignore.  Read more

Want to Spy on Rivals? There's an App for That

Social media can offer lots of clues into your competitors' strategies. The trouble is capturing all that data. A new app promises to do it for you.  Read more