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Technology lets us work from almost anywhere these days, but it can be tedious and unproductive without the right tools. And more-demanding mobile needs mean workers are turning more and more to the Web for better workware. Are Web-based tools killing off desktop software? The efficiencies and convenience of online tools are attracting a growing number of tech-savvy users, but consumers don't seem quite ready to write retail software's obit. Software is dead. Long live software!

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Webware.com editor Rafe Needleman reveals his secret tips for on-the-go productivity. Watch video

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Work better, smarter, faster

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This dynamic software will protect you from your biggest productivity hurdle: yourself. View slide show

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Best smartphones for work

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Smartphones have changed the way we work, so no longer are we slaves to our desks. These PDA/cell phone combos help us stay in touch with the office, get work done on the road, check e-mail, obtain news, and more. View slide show

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Ultimate home office setups

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For businesses with big budgets, we present a collection of luxury office goods. View slide show

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Best-for-budget home offices

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For cost-cutting small businesses, we present a collection of products that ought to improve your office environment without blowing through your annual facilities budget. View slide show

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High-tech cars for executives

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CNET Car Tech sees quite a few luxury cars, so we selected the ones most suitable for executives. Leading off with rides appropriate for associate vice president types, we go all the way up to high class cars for the CEO and CTO. View slide show

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