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How to Incorporate Technology Planning Into Your Business

By Kristen Fischer

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Leveraging technology to boost your business--and run your operations--is vital in today's technically savvy world. From incorporating an electronic accounting system to protecting your computer data, planning on technology is a must-do for your ... more »

How to Install Wall-Hung Office Systems

By eHow Business Editor

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If you have the wall space, a wall-hung office system can be a great way to clear your desktop and keep often used tools, files and reference materials immediately at hand. This gives you more space to layout a project you're working on, or just ... more »

How to keep your money and documents safe in the office

By ietzyoni123

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Learn how to keep your money and documents safe at your office, with a fewcommon steps... more »

How to Learn Retail Math Concepts

By caseygierke

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This will help you in mastering the math used in everyday retail situations... more »

How to Lease Business Equipment

By eHow Business Editor

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If your business is new or short of cash, one option is to lease business equipment on a monthly basis. By leasing, you can preserve your working capital and still get the business equipment that you need. At the end of the lease, you will have ... more »

How to Maintain an Inkjet Cartridge

By eHow Computers Editor

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The best maintenance for an inkjet cartridge involves two elements: regular cleaning and regular use. Taking care of the usage part is easy, but the cleaning side of things can seem daunting, especially if you have never done it before. As long ... more »

How to Make a Copy on a Multi-Function Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Making copies on a multi-function printer is a lot like scanning a document. You open the machine up, plunk the paper in and push some buttons. Unlike a scan, making copies gives you something you can hold in your hands rather than an ephemeral ... more »

How to Make a Dry Erase Board From Aluminum Foil

By eHow Business Editor

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Never forget a message or thought again with a personalized aluminum foil dry erase board. Individualize the size and shape of this dry erase board to fit most spaces and accessorize the board to complement any decor. This easy and inexpensive ... more »

How to Make a Pen Last Longer

By eHow Business Editor

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People are protective about their pens and usually have their favorites. Once you've finally found the right pen the bond is strong and having to give it up because of damage or improper wear is painful. Make your favorite pen last so you may ... more »

How to Make a Whiteboard With Clear Duct Tape and Paper

By eHow Business Editor

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Whiteboards benefit students, professionals and families. Large whiteboards from office supply stores are expensive and sometimes too large for the space available. With clear duct tape and paper, you can make a custom whiteboard for school ... more »

How to make boot up disks

By roby718

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If you need to make a boot disk of anything on your computer this is what you can do!.. more »

How to Make Copier Transparencies Useable in Your Ink Jet Printer

By HusseyGirl

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This article will teach you how to convert any standard laser printer or copier transparency into a useable transparency for ink jet printers. HOW IT WORKS: Ink jet transparencies are coated with a clear, textured film on one side. This film ... more »

How to Make Printer Ink Last Longer

By missmargot77

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Home offices can get expensive. One of the costliest necessities is printer ink. Replacing these cartridges often costs upwards of $30. Here is a simple way you can make your ink last longer, so you can buy it less frequently... more »

How to Make Self Adhesive Labels

By eHow Business Editor

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Self adhesive labels are handy for a variety of projects. Whether you are looking to make your own labels for wine bottles, want to mark you children's belongings or want to label and organize your garage, knowing how to make your own self ... more »

How to Memorize Math Shortcuts

By wiedersehen

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This is Math Made easy. Im'press Everyone with This Practical Knowledge... more »

How to Organize a Small Office

By Trish62

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When you have a small space for an office, be it in your home or other location, efficiency and organization is key. Knowing where things are and keeping what you need accessible to you guaranties organization just when you need it. Here are a ... more »

How to Organize Business Cards

By eHow Business Editor

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Networking is an essential part of any successful business relationship. It's easy to give or receive a business card, but keeping track of all those contacts can be challenging. Conventional business card holders can be messy and difficult to ... more »

How to Overclock an Electric Eraser

By eHow Business Editor

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Electric erasers remove the wrist work from a mundane task by spinning the eraser electrically so you don't have to. However, if you have large areas you want to erase or frequently need to use your eraser, the standard speed of the average ... more »

How to Perform a Self-Test on an Epson Inkjet Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Epson inkjet printers are both easy to operate and to troubleshoot. Performing a self-test is a straightforward, useful option in many models. Follow these steps to perform a self-test on your Epson inkjet printer... more »

How to Perform a Self-Test on an Epson Photo Inkjet Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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When you perform a self-test on an Epson Photo Inkjet Printer you get useful feedback for troubleshooting your printer. Every model is a bit different, but here are a few common methods for performing a self-test on an Epson Photo Inkjet Printer... more »

How to Perform a Turret Alignment on Mori Seiki SL-25 CNC Turning Center

By pinpointcnc

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This article outlines a simple rotational alignment of the machine turret after an impact (crash)... more »

How to Photocopy a Face

By eHow Business Editor

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If you work in an office, chances are you've gotten the urge to photocopy some part of your body—even if you never acted on that urge. The next time you have the urge, photocopy your face. It's more than an act of boredom with office routine; ... more »

How to Pick a Document Imaging System

By eHow Business Editor

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For any business, a document imaging system can make it easier for companies to electronically exchange information. Document imaging works by taking a hard copy of a document, scanning it, and then converting it to an electronic file. Since ... more »

How to Prepare a Document to be Sent as an Internet Fax

By eHow Business Editor

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Internet faxing has reached the mainstream of both business and personal faxing. It’s easy, fast and can be accomplished from your computer without the expense of a fax machine and its attendant accessories. Here’s how to prepare a document to be ... more »

How to Prepare a Slide Show

By eHow Business Editor

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Most of us in the business world need to prepare a slide presentation to communicate information such as project progress or sales figures. Preparing the show is not that difficult. A good rule of thumb is to organize the talk in a format that ... more »