By Scott Gilbertson

Google has gone a long way toward solving the biggest drawback of web-based e-mail — what do you do when there is no internet connection? Google aims to solve that problem with new offering that will enable Gmail users access from their browsers even when they aren't online.

By Scott Gilbertson

I have a confession : I like my BlackBerry.

I like checking my work email at home at all hours. I like reading about what's happening at work when I'm supposed to be decompressing on vacation . It comforts me somehow. I know what's happening. I'm not missing something important, delaying my response to something crucial, or walking back into the office unaware of a brewing crisis.

By Jeff Schmitt (Business Week)

If you hit a snag at work, you'll need to rely on self-evaluation, planning, and choice

For years, Kathy had been the glue at her company. Clients raved about her responsiveness and flexibility. Her superiors marveled about how she anticipated issues before they exploded. Colleagues recognized her as the one you turned to for advice, the can-do team member who got things done.

But something was wrong, and she knew it. She just didn't want to admit it. Sometimes, it was a flash of anger when a little thing went wrong. Other times, there was a restlessness, a yearning to escape. Too often, fatigue gutted her. Her feelings continued surging; the cracks started to show. 

You can feel it coming. Whispers of doom are rippling across campus. Any day now, the efficiency experts will be circling your workstation. But you're no sitting duck! Bernadette Kenny, chief career officer at HR giant Adecco USA, offers these tips for dodging the ax. — Mathew Honan

The higher-ups just called a special meeting in the conference room; thank God, you weren't invited. But your work pal was. As he boxes up his Star Wars figures and family photos, what can you say? Tough luck? Who needs 'em? Sayonara? Here's how you can help ease the pain. — Tommy Wallach