2009 news archive
Technology, learning and business updates from e-academy
That was the decade that was
14 December 2009
Never mind the New Year, what about the New Decade? We look back on the 2000s and see some of the decade's astonishing changes in technology.
Using type professionally in InDesign
14 December 2009
Desktop publishing packages such as InDesign enable almost anyone to create brochures - but what sets a professionally designed brochure apart typographically?
Microsoft Exchange Server 2010
14 December 2009
When your business runs on Microsoft Exchange, upgrading isn't something to be taken lightly. So is it worth taking the step-up to Exchange Server 2010?
Which OS is best for business?
13 October 2009
Windows, OS X or Linux? Each of these operating systems is at the top of its game, so which is the best choice for business?
Top tips for compelling PowerPoint presentations
13 October 2009
Death by PowerPoint - dull, turgid presentations that last forever seem to be an inescapable part of business life. But it doesn't have to be that way.
Creating valid HTML
13 October 2009
We look at the process of validation - testing that the HTML in your Web pages is properly written - and what its advantages are.
Firefox downloads hit one billion mark
6 August 2009
The browser wars were once considered over, but the news that Firefox has been downloaded a billion times tells a different story.
Microsoft’s revenues down, Apple’s revenues up – blip or trend?
6 August 2009
This has been a tough year for most companies - including Microsoft. But Apple, so far, seems to be bucking the trend.
Bing and Yahoo Search to wed
6 August 2009
After what seems like years of 'will they, won't they' speculation, Microsoft and Yahoo have announced an alliance that finally brings some meaningful competition to Google's doorstep.
Windows 7 - the wait is over
17 June 2009
The release candidate is out. The launch date is set. Where Windows Vista failed to inspire the market, will Windows 7 succeed?
