Linda Rosencrance
Contributing Writer
Linda Rosencrance is a freelance writer/editor/author who has written about information technology since 1999.
How to choose an enterprise search platform
Beyond indexing content from multiple data sources into a single interface, advanced enterprise search tools analyze data, identify patterns, make smart recommendations, and provide insights to users. Here's what to look for and 10...
How Lenovo IT boosts diversity and inclusion
The tech giant has broadened its recruiting efforts and improved the onboarding process with an eye to effectively bringing on tech workers from a wide variety of backgrounds.
How to choose the right project collaboration software
Collaborative work management tools provide a central location where teams can plan, coordinate, and collaborate on projects while keeping everyone’s progress on track. Here’s what to look for when choosing an app and 12 top products...
Tap the wisdom of employees -- and boost the bottom line
When it comes to solving pressing business problems, the conventional wisdom is that two heads are better than one. With the advent of collective-intelligence tools, enterprises are realizing that thousands of heads are even better...
Windows 7: Corporate customers bullish on adoption plans
Corporate adoption of Windows 7, Microsoft's new operating system released today, seems to be more a question of when, not if. This is in stark contrast to what happened with Windows Vista, which companies skipped right over; many...
Mobile phones help fight hunger in Kenya
In the first relief program of its kind, mobile phones are helping a chaos-torn community get its life, and its livelihood, back.
Five CIOs talk about managing IT costs in a weakened economy
Because of the current economic slowdown, which many expect to last through 2009, CIOs are faced with some hard choices when it comes to investing in IT. And they're cutting or delaying projects and not investing in new technologies...
Minding online store a case of 'Not my job' for eBay, legal foes
A legal battle between eBay and trademark owners such as Tiffany over the online sale of counterfeit goods could have big implications for the losing side. Thus far, though, it's a draw.
Tiffany appeals eBay counterfeit ruling
Tiffany & Co. has appealed a court ruling that says eBay is not responsible for counterfeit goods listed on its site.
E-commerce leaders move to fight deceptive online ads
A group of e-commerce leaders is banding together in an effort to fight scam ads on search engines that use deceptive practices to lure customers away from legitimate sites.
Google Apps goes to school at Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame is in the process of moving its student e-mail accounts to the free Google Apps Education Edition.
Survey: User satisfaction up a bit with U.S. e-gov. sites
User satisfaction with federal Web sites is slightly on the upswing, according to a new survey.
Glitch fixed in baggage-sorting system at JFK
The malfunction in the baggage-sorting system at American Airlines' bag room at JFK has been fixed. A network hardware failure was the cause.
What's in store at Yahoo's annual meeting
Reports have surfaced that former AOL CEO Jonathan Miller is in line to be the next CEO of Yahoo. Yahoo's rejection of Microsoft's takeover bid is also likely to be a question for Yahoo's board at Friday's shareholder meeting.
Glitch in baggage-sorting system delays flights at JFK
The malfunction in software that controls the baggage conveyor belt at American Airlines delayed flights for as long as an hour and a half.
Data-tracking provision retained in housing bill
The housing bill, passed by Congress and due to be signed by the president, also includes a provision requiring electronically processed payments to be reported to the IRS.
11 ways to save money online
Maybe you've heard: We're in an economic downturn. For that reason, most of us are tightening our belts and looking for deals. So to help you keep more of your cash, here's a list of 11 ways you can go online to save money. Some of...
Computerworld.com named ASBPE Web Site of the Year
Computerworld.com was named Web site of the Year by the American Society of Business Publication Editors and won six other gold awards from the organization last night in Kansas City, Mo.
11 ways to save money by using e-business
From finding used hardware and software to locating the cheapest gas in your area, these Web sites will help you keep more of your money in your pocket.