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Chrome vs. Edge vs. Firefox: Which is the best browser for business?
With SaaS applications the new normal, the humble web browser powers the business world like never before. We take a deep dive on the three leading cross-platform browsers.
The future of work from CES: The headquarters at home
CES 2021 offered insights on what it's like to work from home and how far technology still has to go to make it the office we all need.
Microsoft adds Teams ‘task publishing’ for front-line workers
The new features aimed at retailers include automated approvals, shift ‘tagging’ and integrations with workforce management systems.
5 new Chrome OS features you should find right now
Got a Chromebook? These advanced, mostly out-of-sight options will grant your computer new powers and change the way you work (for real!).
Q&A: Workplace exec on employee productivity, app plans for 2021
With many companies eyeing “hybrid” workplace strategies this year, Facebook is looking to bolster its Workplace platform to make collaboration easier. Workplace executive Ujjwal Singh explained what's coming and why.
CES to showcase how to get the most from WFH
This year's Consumer Electronics Show will offer content focused on the new work-from-home normal, what works and where we're going.
Microsoft to build cross-platform Outlook from Edge bits
The one-app-for-all Outlook will run within a browser as a replacement for the Windows, Mac, iOS and Android editions of the company's popular email app.
The game-changing Google trend to watch in 2021
A whole new side of Google is taking shape right in front of our eyes, but you really have to step back and look carefully to see it.
Enterprise collaboration services creak as world returns to work
For Slack users, 2021 seems to be picking up where 2020 left off. The popular team chat service was sidelined for a while today — just as workers got back to business after the holiday break. A sign of things to come?
The best note-taking apps for Android
Note-takers, take note: Whether you want gobs of features or uber-simplicity, these are the best apps for collecting and managing info on Android.
Businesses to boost collaboration spending in ‘21 as remote work continues
Not surprisingly, video and team collaboration tools will remain an enterprise priority in the coming year as many offices expect to remain largely closed until at least the summer.
5 IFTTT alternatives worth trying
Casting a roving eye beyond IFTTT in search of an alternative that makes more sense for you? Here are five worthy workflow automation competitors.
Microsoft Teams: How to use it, and how it stacks up to Slack and Zoom
Microsoft's take on collaboration, group messaging and video continues to evolve. Here's how Microsoft Teams fits into the booming collaboration software market and what you need to know to evaluate it against rivals like Slack, Zoom...
6 fast fixes for common Google Drive problems
Eliminate annoyances and say sayonara to storage struggles with these easy-to-implement, expert-approved solutions.
Salesforce acquisition: What Slack users should know
The mega-deal makes sense for both vendors, but what does it mean for Slack customers?
How to create your own custom Chrome address bar actions
Save time and zip around your browser like a pro with this massively improved (and immediately available!) take on Google's new Chrome Actions system.
Gmail for business: The best tips, time-savers, and advanced advice
Ready to become a certified Gmail master? This collection of expert Google knowledge has everything you need.
Understanding Zapier, the workflow automation platform for business
Zapier helps businesses create automated processes to help boost worker productivity and save time and money.
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