[TechRepublic] Kindle Fire teardown: No-frills tablet filled with TI hardware

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Kindle Fire teardown: No-frills tablet filled with TI hardware The Kindle Fire is Amazon's first true tablet. Bill Detwiler cracks open this Android-based tablet and finds a well-built device that's stuffed full of TI hardware.Read more Resource of the day Essential Guide to Planning and Implementing Your Global TEM Initiative A centralized, global approach to telecom management is no longer just "nice to have." Download this guide to learn 5 key guidelines to ensure an effective implementation of a global TEM program that will align with your company's business goals. Additional TechRepublic resources   Replace Windows Explorer with a free, feature-rich file manager Bill Detwiler exmaines five free file managers that might make IT pros and power users dump Windows Explorer. Read more Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 teardown: Unmarked processor, replaceable battery From the outside, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 looks nearly identical to the larger 10" model, but there are significant differences inside the case. Read more Recover data files in Windows 7 with System Restore Explorer When it comes to Windows recovery tools, you can never have too many. Greg Shultz has found a good one in System Restore Explorer. Read more Emphasize a picture in a Word doc by changing its shape Square is square. However, you can change a square picture in a Word doc to any number of shapes in just a few quick steps. Read more 10 things you shouldn't do when running network cable Improperly installed cabling can cripple network performance, create maintenance headaches, and lead to hidden costs. Here's where things can go wrong. Read more   Cracking Open the Amazon Kindle Fire Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 Dinosaur Sightings: Windows splash screens from 1.01 to 7 10 apps that will matter to Kindle Fire users Cracking Open the 7" Acer Iconia Tab (A100) Featured multimedia   The HP Folio Ultrabook (photos) The HP Folio is a 13-inch slim laptop that's only 18mm thick. View on site HP Envy 15 and Envy 17 (Fall 2011) The subtle dark gray look of HP's Envy line of laptops is getting a serious makeover. View on site Meet the BlackBerry Bold 9790, Curve 9380 (photos) CNET Asia is on hand in Jakarta as RIM unveils its two latest BlackBerry handsets. Here, some first impressions. View on site Pantech Link II (photos) With its great call quality and accessible design, the Pantech Link II is a great option for AT&T customers who don't need a workhorse of a cell phone. View on site Today's recommended downloads A Guide to Cloud Security (Intel Corporation) Data Center Efficiency and Optimization (Intel Corporation) Intelligent Power Management Improves Rack Density (Intel Corporation) Evaluating Unified Communications Solutions (Cisco Systems, Inc.) The New CIO Agenda: Intel Cloud Computing Insights 2011 (Intel Corporation)   About this newsletter TR Dojo is built around a philosophy of constant learning. Our bi-weekly newsletter is my chance to share real-world lessons, IT best practices, and advanced technical tips. Bill Detwiler Head Technology Editor My Twitter feed: @billdetwiler 10 apps that will matter to Kindle Fire users With thousands of Android-powered applications to choose from, CNET News.com looks at 10 that should prove quite popular. Geeky TechRepublic galleries New York Comic Con 2011: Costumes and cosplay BlizzCon 2011: Serious gamers unite Toronto Zombie Walk and undead wedding SteamCon III: Costumes of Steampunk enthusiasts Seattle hosts the very first GeekGirlCon

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