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The virtual keyboard

First featured on US crime series CSI: Miami, this keyboard with no keys is now available to purchase.

Google Wave

The latest open-source project to come out of Google, Google Wave promises a new concept in personal communication and collaboration.

Five gadgets for the entrepreneur

Here we look at four must-have gadgets for the tech-loving entrepreneur – and one you can probably do without.

Technology in Business | Analysis

From Twitter to cloud computing, internet innovation is presenting new opportunities to the devious, and they are exploiting them to the full. We outline the main dangers and find out what is being done about them.

Copenhagen: a power failure?

Expectations were high for the Copenhagen Summit, but very little was achieved. We ask the winners of last year’s Rosenblatt New Energy Awards what went wrong.

Industrial revolutions

UK engineering and technology companies have repeatedly proved their excellence across a range of industries, so imagine what they could achieve if they had the right kind of backing.

Research

Creative businesses face ‘analysis gap’

From video games developers to firms of architects, creative businesses of all kinds struggle to get adequate financing due to a misconception that they cannot be analysed systematically, claims a new report. The study comes from the Centre for Creative Business (CCB), a joint venture between London Business School and University of the Arts London.

Directors' Pay AIM 2009

What should an AIM company pay its CEO or FD?
What should a non-executive director or chairman expect to be paid?
What benchmarks should AIM remuneration committee members be using when
setting pay?

VCT Special Report 2009

This reports principle aim is to provide business owners seeking funding with information about the amount of funds that VCTs have to invest.

12 Key Points to Consider When Selecting a Network Scanning Solution

Discover the 12 key points your company should consider before you evaluate and select a vulnerability assessment solution.

12 SEO Campaign Killers

Learn what not to do when launching a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) campaign to attract more visitors, leads and sales.

1Z0-040 Oracle Database 10G New Features for Administrators Practice Exam

Oracle 9i administrators can certify on Oracle 10G by passing this exam. The ExamForce 1Z0-040 Oracle Database 10G New Features for Administrators practice exam provides their unique triple testing mode to instantly set a baseline of your knowledge and focus your study where you need it most.

Enterprise-class e-commerce for mid-sized businesses

Online shopping has become ubiquitous and has changed customers' expectations. But how can mid-sized companies tackle e-commerce?

View now the ATG webinar with Forrester Research to find out how enterprise-class e-commerce can work for you. Click here to find out more

iPhone 3GS is now on Vodafone

iPhone is full of great features to help you do more, and do it faster. With easy set-up, instant email, first-class web browsing and thousands of business applications, the iPhone 3GS is ready to go to work. Discover the ultimate tool for business today.

Selecting the right IT strategy in 2010

Owner managers and CEOs of fast-growing companies want IT-applications that accelerate competitive advantage and improve operational efficiency. This free whitepaper helps you plan and choose the right IT strategy for your business in 2010. Download ‘Selecting The Right Software Vendor’.

We've started a revolution...

We are Outsourcery. We are on mission to enable small and medium sized enterprises to enjoy the same sophisticated unified communications and hosted IT solutions that used to be reserved for big companies. Find out how at outsourcery.com

Promote your business for FREE with Yellow Pages*

You could have your business details listed for FREE in the Yellow Pages directory. Find out more here. *Terms and conditions apply

Forrester Research: Telecommuting and Your Bottom Line

This new Forrester white paper explores how implementing best practices to create a telecommuting programme and standardised policy significantly reduces operational costs and increases employee productivity — a winning combination in a tough economy. Click here

Free weekly growth strategies for your business

Growing your business? Read our free impartial, jargon-free guides and tips on IT, marketing, legal issues and HR. Find out more or sign up today.

Bullet-Proof IT Systems?

That might be a fantasy, but finding the right partner to provide services and support needn't be a challenge. Our free service delivers tailored quotes from the best providers. Compare quotes now.

Get started with Barclays Business Banking

Choose from 3 great Start-up packages offering a range of business and banking solutions, from cashflow management software (QuickBooks or Sage) to VAT management solution. Plus, up to 2 years FREE banking (conditions apply). Apply online.

Quick guides and analysis on technology in business. Articles covering such areas as the role of business applications, intellectual property (IP), Web 2.0 jargon buster, IT vendor reviews in the office supply sector and the latest groovy tech gadgets.

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