6 great analog geek gift ideas for your 2013 holiday buying frenzy (Gift Guide 2013)Analog gifts for your geek might become his or her most prized possessions. Choose well and you could set your geek on a new journey of renewed self-discovery.December 10, 2013 by Ken Hess in Amazon
6 great digital geek gift ideas for your 2013 holiday buying frenzy (Gift Guide 2013)Do you have a geek in your life? Is he or she a computer enthusiast, If so, I have the perfect list o' six digital goodies for you to ponder for him or her.December 9, 2013 by Ken Hess in Hardware
Despite its popularity, I hate KickstarterCrowdfunding resource site Kickstarter is the ultimate in financial freedom for many who couldn't fund their projects any other way. But I hate it. It has one significant flaw that I can't get past: all or nothing funding.November 22, 2013 by Ken Hess in Amazon
Authentic8's SILO: The ultimate security solutionHave you ever heard of a technology solution that's so disruptive and different that you have to say that this could be the ultimate security solution? That's what I did at SpiceWorld 2013.November 18, 2013 by Ken Hess in Security
Time to bail from Gmail? Don't be sillyThe Great Debate series this week pit me against David Braue for the 'Time to abandon Gmail?' debate question. I said 'No.'November 16, 2013 by Ken Hess in Google
Why dollars are better than bitcoins (and always will be)Say anything negative about Bitcoin and the moles come out of the dark to throw stones. But the truth is that dollars are better than Bitcoins. And here's why.November 8, 2013 by Ken Hess in Tech Industry
What's better than Siri or Google Maps? XOWi isHave you ever asked Siri for a traffic report? Don't bother if you're driving. Have you ever had Google Maps tell you to, "Return to route"? Frustrating isn't it? XOWi is the little gadget that can take the pain away.November 4, 2013 by Ken Hess in Mobility
Spiceworks and the world's largest network of IT professionalsFor some companies, building a brand costs millions of dollars in huge ad campaigns and years of seed planting, good will, and market cultivation. But Spiceworks' Community changes everything.November 3, 2013 by Ken Hess in Enterprise Software
SpiceWorld 2013: the power of communityIf you believe that all technology shows are created equal, you're wrong. Spiceworks' SpiceWorld is so much more than just SWAG and vendor fluff; it's a community. And cool software.November 1, 2013 by Ken Hess in Tech Industry
Shrink-wrapped software anachronists unite!There's nothing wrong with holding onto those shrink-wrapped software boxes and hard copy licenses or is there? I think you have to look past the calls for its demise just because of what's on the calendar.October 26, 2013 by Ken Hess in Enterprise Software
Bitcoin is going to teach you a lesson. A costly oneBitcoin is a really bad idea. Promoting digital currency is like promoting digital food; it will leave you empty and you'll wonder why you ever thought it was a good idea.October 23, 2013 by Ken Hess in E-Commerce
You know what's missing from my mobile phone? A panic buttonAs I pondered weak and weary, over many a quaint cell phone or two, I realized that there's something missing: a panic button. And then I asked the most dangerous question of all: Why?October 22, 2013 by Ken Hess in Mobility
Five essential BYOD accessoriesThere are five essential accessories that will make your BYOD experience better. Can you name all five?October 21, 2013 by Ken Hess in Apple
The future of mobile computing: a phone, a mini tablet, and a super tabletSomeday very soon, you'll carry three computing/communications devices: a phone, a mini tablet, and a super tablet. Each has its purpose and a form factor that's just right for the job.October 14, 2013 by Ken Hess in Mobility
Is Apple trying to discourage BYOD?Apple moved the VPN settings in iOS 5 from the main screen to General settings in iOS 6 and even farther down the list of General settings in iOS 7. Why would Apple make this strange move unless it actually wants to discourage BYOD for its product users?October 7, 2013 by Ken Hess in Apple