There are some tools that every business, no matter the industry or size, cannot live without. One of these tools is document software. Specifically software that fulfills all your company’s document, report, and collaborative needs. Microsoft Word is the most familiar software of the type, but it is far from the only option. Each sporting different features, benefits, and drawbacks, Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice are all contenders for the document software in your office and personal life. While every company needs this kind of software, the specifics of their needs differ. ... [more]
Saturday is International Programmer’s Day, and to celebrate, we’re rounding up our top software and technology posts just for you! Whether you’re a seasoned coding pro or an aspiring future programmer, you’ll find resources on OpenSesame to help you in your journey. We offer a wide variety of programming training courses on many languages including Java, C#, C+, HTML, and more! Looking to learn about web development or mobile app creation? ... [more]
Fireworks have become almost as American as apple pie. On July 4th, families flock to parks, lakes, and lookout spots to view the exciting conflagration of red, white, and blue. However, while the rest of us are celebrating with watermelons and barbequed burgers, web designers are celebrating with a different kind of Fireworks. That is, Adobe Fireworks. ... [more]
Twitter is a powerful tool for connecting people, keeping up-to-date with professional conversations, and expanding your perspective on the world. ... [more]
IT jobs may be plentiful right now, but they aren’t all equal. The good news is that the annual list of 200 IT jobs, ranked from best to worst, has the information you need. The jobs are scored based on their income, stress, physical demands, emotional environment and growth potential; and you might be surprised by the results. As you consider your options in finding the right job, you can use this information to weigh one career path against another, or to simply rule out some of the less desired positions and save yourself the time wasted in pursuit of something less than worthwhile. ... [more]
We’re fast approaching the end of life for Windows XP. Are you prepared to switch operating systems? Back in February, we wrote about how to prepare for the end of support, and now we’re back just before the April 8th deadline with a video to help you make the move! ... [more]
Windows XP is embarking upon it’s final farewell tour. Microsoft has announced that it will officially end support for XP on April 8, 2014. Will this truly be the end of XP (or will it rise again like a Cher “Farewell” Tour?)? ... [more]
Javascript (not to be confused with Java) is known as the language of the browser. In a business world increasingly characterized by the internet and web applications, you can’t afford to be left out of the loop when it comes to technical issues within your company. Programming languages are no longer the domain of programmers and developers alone; many people from a variety of fields are picking up Javascript skills here and there to expand their technical skill-set and develop web apps of their own. ... [more]
You would never build your office without doors and locks to protect your company’s property, right? Most companies don’t provide formal training to their software development teams. More than 1,000 software vulnerabilities exist today that allow attackers to exploit applications. Developers cannot be expected to know how to thwart these risks. As a result, developers can unknowingly leave openings, providing hackers access your company’s assets. ... [more]
We are big fans of online tools here at OpenSesame. Websites and apps help us connect with others, keep up with current events, learn new skills, as well as can inspire us to think big. Online tools enable and empower us in ways never imagined, and thousands are being created every day. Last year we covered the top 100 tools for learning in 2013 to help you achieve your goals. This year, we’ve expanded on that list to include 100 new tools that have made us more effective, made a splash or made us think. As there are few repeats, we encourage you to take advantage of ALL the tools we’ve mentioned in your personal and professional pursuits for 2014. ... [more]
