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The frantic hunt for the right cell-phone charger will soon be a thing of the past -- in Europe at least -- as major manufacturers on Monday agreed to introduce a universal adaptor within six months.

Our mobile expert Scott Carmichael reviews Verizon's Wireless MiFi mobile hotspot, one of the hottest gadgets released by any mobile operator this year. Find out how this device can help get your business online.

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Facing soaring losses, small business credit card lender Advanta is shutting down accounts and tells investors it will try to wait out the downturn.

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From tax advice to government contracting, the SBA and other agencies as well as advocacy groups are increasing outreach efforts online.

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Corporations and some government agencies have used wireless technologies to make their labor more mobile for years. But when a disaster can make the infrastructure supporting wireless literally vanish, disaster relief specialists need more than a just a conventional cellphone or BlackBerry.

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Even though gas prices have backed off from their July highs, fuel remains a massive expense for businesses large and small. For business owners feeling the pinch, here are some tips on how to minimize the costs of fueling your fleet.

Are you looking to expand your business' capabilities without busting your budget? 'Virtual' applications, web-based software that provides certain essential business tools may be for you. But be sure to know the risks before you decide it's right for you.

Technology often comes with a hefty price tag, but there are many programs and services your office can use gratis. See a few of the more promising current offerings here.