Tuesday , July 28 2026

Science and Technology

New Software Spotlight: Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suites 2016 Ultimate, Part I – 3ds Max

The Viewport enhancements make object selection much easier, and improvements in performance and aesthetics without drastic changes to the overall look. The Camera Sequencer is also very cool in that it lets you sequence multiple camera shots.

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Techies in the Workplace: 10 Non-Tech Skills IT Pros Need

IT skills are among the most essential in today’s business world. But they may not be enough. Just because you’re great at IT doesn’t mean you’ll forever be considered a valuable business asset. You must be able to showcase a few additional, valuable skills. Fortunately, many pros are able to …

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Book Review: ‘Data Storage Networking: Real World Skills for the CompTIA Storage+ Certification and Beyond’ by Nigel Poulton

The book covers most of the exam objectives of the SNIA SGO-001 exam, and gives on-the-job tips on current technologies useful for storage and systems administrators.

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Software Review: Xara Designer Pro X11

Xara Designer Pro X11 is an all-in-one design tool that handles bit maps, vector illustration, photo editing, page layout and website design/publishing. It combines the features found in Xara’s stand-alone products -- Xara Web Designer 11 Premium, Xara Page & Layout Designer 11, and Xara Photo & Graphic Designer 11 – into one package. I installed Designer Pro X11 and compared it to the competition in terms of user experience, features, and cost.

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