Negotiating Salary Gets Easier
Robert Half February-06-2012 More than a third of executives are more willing to negotiate salary with top candidates, a survey shows.

IT Executives Optimistic About the Future
CompTIA January-30-2012 There’s tempered optimism heading into the first quarter, though longer-term prospects look more promising.

New Data Storage Certification Announced
CompTIA January-23-2012 CompTIA and SNIA introduced a new exam and certification for IT professionals in the data storage arena.

Introducing a New Mobile App Developer Credential
CompTIA January-09-2012 The credential, intended for mobile application developers, is being created by CompTIA and viaForensics.

IT Hiring Expected to Increase in Q1
Robert Half Technology December-19-2011 In a recent survey, CIOs across the country offer their hiring projections for the coming quarter.

New Credential for Health Care IT Workers
CompTIA December-12-2011 The CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician specialty certification is a vendor- and technology-neutral credential.

Holiday Shopping Takes a Back Seat at Work
Robert Half Technology December-05-2011 Workers looking for holiday gifts will have a harder time browsing for bargains at the office.

New Cloud Computing Credential Announced
CompTIA November-28-2011 CompTIA and ITpreneurs are collaborating on a new cloud computing skills credential.

Seven In-Demand Tech Jobs for 2012
Robert Half Technology November-21-2011 Certain job roles are expected to grow in the coming year as companies invest in their digital presence.

Reduce Security Risk of Web Applications
ISACA November-14-2011 Use of Web applications has soared, but there are security vulnerabilities that create dangerous risk.

New Mobility Management Training Announced
CompTIA November-03-2011 It will be the newest addition to CompTIA's training curriculum for the IT channel.

IT Trends and How They Affect Hiring
Robert Half Technology October-30-2011 Here are some top tech trends fueling hiring and their effect on starting salary ranges.

Evolving Tech Trends in Small and Medium Enterprises
CompTIA October-24-2011 Adoption of new technologies are expected to transform the SME landscape within the next year.

Investment in Mobile Security Expected to Climb
Canalys October-17-2011 By 2015 more than 20 percent of mobile devices will have mobile security software installed.

Companies Reveal Mixed Feelings About Cloud Security
Symantec Corp. October-10-2011 A recent survey examined how organizations are adopting cloud computing.

Trends of Today’s Mobile Workforce
Forrester Research October-03-2011 A recent survey provides insights on workforce technology.

Companies Increase Cloud Computing Savvy
CompTIA September-26-2011 Organizations move from limited deployments to more comprehensive cloud products.

Will Email Become Extinct?
Robert Half Technology September-19-2011 A recent survey suggests that real-time tools will soon take over workplace communication.

CIOs Talk IT Hiring in Q4
Robert Half Technology September-12-2011 CIOs recently weighed in on their projections for IT hiring as we enter the last quarter of the year.

Cisco Introduces New Entry-Level Certification
Cisco August-29-2011 Training for technicians who perform onsite support and maintenance of Cisco infrastructure now available.

How Many Hiring Managers Think During an Interview
Office Team August-22-2011 What’s going through a hiring manager’s mind during an employment interview?

Council to Address Need for Skilled IT Workers
CompTIA August-15-2011 CompTIA to launch an initiative to address the need for skilled workers in the U.S. and abroad.

Role of Small IT Firms in Health
CompTIA August-08-2011 Small IT firms have the expertise to help the U.S. health care industry advance its use of new IT tools.

CompTIA Introduces Health Care IT Technician Certificate
CompTIA August-01-2011 A new vendor- and technology-neutral credential is now available from CompTIA.

IT Professionals Show Mixed Feelings About Growth
CompTIA July-25-2011 As companies continue to invest in new solutions and boost IT spending levels, there’s still anxiety.

Tips to Become a Better Interviewee
Robert Half July-18-2011 Here's what — and what not — to do if you’re called in for an interview.

What Keeps CIOs Up At Night?
Robert Half Technology July-11-2011 Recent research from Robert Half Technology reveals what makes CIOs toss and turn.

Investment in Unified Communications Picks Up
CompTIA June-27-2011 New CompTIA research shows deployment of unified communications solutions is poised for growth.

More Employers ‘Like’ Social Networking in the Workplace
Robert Half Technology June-20-2011 How are tweets and “likes” becoming more beneficial to business? How should employees use social media?

CIOs Talk Q3 Hiring Projections
Robert Half Technology June-13-2011 A new survey reveals information about hiring activity, business growth, in-demand IT skills and more.

IT Executives Share Key Technology Trends
Bloomberg June-06-2011 A recent Bloomberg survey reveals results of a poll of IT executives from major financial services firms.

What Tech Solutions Are Government Agencies Seeking?
CompTIA May-23-2011 Government agencies are looking for technology solutions that can help meet their needs.

IT's Evolving Role in SMBs
May-16-2011 What does the role of IT within small- and mid-sized businesses entail? Find out what decision makers had to say in a recent survey.

IT Job Hunters, Avoid These Six Faux Pas
May-09-2011 As new graduates prepare to enter the work world, they should pay as much attention to technology etiquette as they do promoting their mastery of technology.

Green IT Picks Up Steam
May-02-2011 An increasing number of organizations are allocating funds to and developing strategies for green IT initiatives.

Help! Where's Tech Support?
April-25-2011 Employees looking for help with a frozen computer screen or a mobile application glitch may be in for a long wait.

Tips on Preparing for an MS Office Migration
April-18-2011 A new report provides insights on how to plan a migration while avoiding business interruption and common migration pitfalls.

Global IT Spending Forecast for 2011
April-11-2011 Find out which devices are helping to drive up worldwide IT spending estimates.

Growing Concern About Overseeing IT Risks, Survey Shows
April-04-2011 Board members acknowledge that IT will have a significant business impact on the companies they govern; still, more than half say they aren't given enough information to perform their oversight duties effectively.

IT Trends in Education
March-28-2011 A growing number of schools are phasing out printed textbooks and providing access to tablets and notebooks. What is the role of the IT function in all of this?

Trends in Health Care IT
March-21-2011 What's top of mind for health care tech professionals and what's their primary concern? Find out how they view the health care IT field.

Is IT Hiring Expected to Rise or Drop in Q2?
March-14-2011 As we head into the second quarter of this year, find out what CIOs are forecasting about IT hiring, which skills are most in demand and which industries have greater hiring expectations.

IT Professionals Must Play Strategic Role in Growing Trend
March-07-2011 There's a growing trend shaping the business world with implications for IT professionals. Find out what CIOs are saying you need to have on your radar.

Top Tech Gaffes -- And How to Avoid Them
February-28-2011 A recent survey reveals the top tech etiquette violations and offers advice on how to steer clear of these potentially career-crushing gaffes.

How Important Are IT Certs in the Hiring Process?
February-14-2011 Recent research sought to gain insight into how employers evaluate job candidates, the role of IT certifications in the hiring process and how organizations support professionals' development.

Key Trends Impacting the IT Industry in 2011
February-07-2011 As business confidence in the IT industry improves, what are some key technology trends that are expected to impact the IT industry in 2011?

Caution: IT Workers Are Not Engaged
January-31-2011 IT employees in North America appear to be more disengaged than the North American workforce overall, according to a global study. So why is that the case, and what do they want?

Help! We've Lost All Our Critical Data
January-24-2011 That's obviously not something anyone wants to hear, yet many small and midsized businesses are putting themselves at risk by sidestepping a disaster preparedness plan.

New Storage Certification to Hit the Market
January-10-2011 CompTIA and SNIA are collaborating to develop and market a new professional certification for IT workers responsible for storage networking and information management.

What's Next in Cloud Computing?
January-03-2011 What are more and more companies bringing into the cloud? Here's what you need to know about what's expected to be the next big wave of cloud-bound applications.

IT Pros, What Can You Expect in 2011?
December-27-2010 Which IT skills are most in demand? Which industries are planning to expand their IT departments in early 2011? Find out the answers to these questions and more as we reveal the results of a recent survey.

IT Hiring Update: Will 2011 Be Bright?
December-20-2010 As we're fast approaching the end of the year, what are hiring managers and tech recruiters saying about IT hiring in 2011?

'Tis the Season to Shop - But Not at Work
December-13-2010 Most companies either block or exercise restrictions on on-the-job holiday shopping.

Trends in Cloud Computing
December-06-2010 A study documenting the rapid evolution of cloud computing has just been released.

What Are Some of the Top IT Jobs of 2011?
November-29-2010 As IT pros look to the coming year with hopes of continued economic recovery and increased job creation, new research may hold clues as to what some of the most promising positions will be in 2011.

New Survey Shows Key Disparities Faced by Men and Women in IT
November-22-2010 A new survey highlights differences in how women and men view female IT workers' career opportunities compared to their male counterparts.

Why Bother With IT Energy Reduction?
November-15-2010 IT departments working to reduce energy use are lowering costs. Find out how and why energy efficiency is becoming more of an IT priority.

Ever Wonder Who Makes IT Purchasing Decisions?
November-08-2010 Read on to find out the level of involvement of IT decision makers versus business management at each stage of the IT purchase process.

What Ingredient Is Key to a Virtualized Workplace?
November-01-2010 Virtual, collaborative teams can lead to increased innovation and productivity, among other positive results. But who should ideally spearhead the transformation to a more virtualized workplace?

Latest Enterprise Technology Trends Revealed in IBM Survey
October-25-2010 Find out what IT professionals predict will emerge as the most in-demand platforms for software application development and IT delivery over the next five years.

Will Starting Salaries Increase or Decrease for IT Professionals?
October-18-2010 Many aspiring IT professionals wonder what the future will hold. While there is still uncertainty surrounding most industries, here's what IT pros in the U.S. can expect to earn in the near future.

How Do IT Executives Feel About Future Business Initiatives?
October-10-2010 Looking ahead, IT industry professionals express a greater degree of confidence in a return to growth.

Tips to Build a Solid Foundation in IT
Nelson Velez October-04-2010 It’s imperative to acquire a solid foundation in IT that you can build upon.

Is the Technology Generation Gap Widening?
September-27-2010 Learn about the most recent trends surrounding technology adoption among the different generations.

Why Can't I Get on Facebook at Work?
September-20-2010 Yes, that actually is a legitimate complaint that some workers have lodged to their employers, a recent survey shows. How should one proceed in such a scenario?

IT Hiring: Will 2010 Finish Out Strong?
September-13-2010 What do CIOs have to say about IT hiring for the fourth quarter of 2010? Read on to find out. Also, learn what CIOs say are the most in-demand technical skill sets within their IT departments.

CompTIA Introduces New Convergence Technologies Certification
August-30-2010 Find out how this credential helps equip a fast-growing tech segment with the necessary skills.

New Employment Opportunities in Health Care IT
Todd Thibodeaux August-23-2010 Health care is an appealing destination for IT professionals today.

Establishing a Career Path in Information Security
Ken Wagner August-16-2010 A recent grad determines the best way forward in one of the hottest fields in IT.

What Are Some Top Tech Trends and Skills of the Future?
Daniel Margolis August-09-2010 Read on to find out what tech skills CCIEs will be prioritizing in the next five years.

Green IT Initiatives Moving Forward
August-02-2010 The IT industry is making significant strides in its commitment to a cleaner and greener world. Find out how the industry is making a difference and uncover future plans.

Today's Most In-Demand Certifications
Dave Willmer July-26-2010 The biggest challenge in earning a professional designation is often determining which one to pursue.

Is IT Hiring on the Upswing for the Latter Half of 2010?
July-19-2010 A recent survey shows the state of IT hiring mid-year. What implications will this have for you?

The Changing Nature of Certification Renewal
Nelson Velez July-12-2010 Why don’t more companies have a certification renewal process in place?

'Uneasy' CIOs Reconsider Outsourcing; Bring IT Security In-House
June-21-2010 Increasing unease over the security of outsourced IT is leading CIOs to consider bringing management-related technologies in-house, according to a global survey.

Virtualization: A Marketable Skill in a Tight Job Market
Mark Carter and Roxanne Balolong June-17-2010 IT professionals with the skills to support virtualization growth are among the most sought-after employees.

U.S. Businesses Falling Behind in Global Race for IT Talent
June-16-2010 The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) released its free comprehensive report, "Women In IT: The Facts."

Getting Past a Poor Performance Review
Dave Willmer June-14-2010 Here's some advice that can help you move past a bad review.

What Prevents Companies From Implementing New Technology?
June-07-2010 Some companies may be stuck delaying technology implementations or upgrades, which could have a negative business impact. Find out a possible cause and what you can do if your company faces a similar situation.

Which Cert Is Right for Me?
Ken Wagner May-24-2010 A reader wants to know if changes to the CCNP will affect whether or not the cert will still be relevant.

The Case for Ongoing Training
Dave Willmer May-17-2010 Even though you may be strapped for time, ongoing training can greatly impact your professional development.

New Survey Reveals Insights About IT Business Growth
May-10-2010 Amidst the economic recovery, here are some findings you need to know about IT business prospects in the coming months as some perceived threats to economic growth.

Turn a Project Position Into a Full-Time Role
Dave Willmer May-03-2010 Here are some suggestions for you to turn a temporary position into a full-time job.

Useful Management and Leadership Certifications
Ken Wagner April-26-2010 Expert Ken Wagner discusses what he deems the best routes to obtain leadership and management certs.

Useful Tips on How to Approach the CSSLP
Ken Wagner April-19-2010 Tips on how to approach the CSSLP, a security cert for people involved with the software life cycle.

CompTIA Strata - Green IT Exam Now Available Worldwide
April-19-2010 CompTIA, a trade association for the information technology industry, announced the worldwide availability of its first specialized exam in the CompTIA Strata certificate program, CompTIA Strata - Green IT.

Global Study Reveals Companies Believe Recession Far From Over and Spending on IT Will Be Flat in 2010
April-19-2010 In a recently released study, Ronin Corp. polled nearly 1,500 companies across 12 countries on how the recession is impacting their companies, and it reveals that there has been little change in sentiment in the past 12 months.

Tips to Search for a Job While Employed
Dave Willmer April-12-2010 Follow these tips for successfully — and confidentially — looking for work while employed.

A Potentially Lucrative IT Field
Ken Wagner April-05-2010 It could be a lucrative career for IT professionals to venture into the health care market.

How Can I Become a CTO?
Ken Wagner March-29-2010 This article examines some prerequisites that CTO hopefuls can look into to better shape their careers.

Canceling Lifetime Certifications
Daniel Margolis March-22-2010 CompTIA explains its decision, which has since been somewhat reversed, to cancel lifetime certifications.

Are Your Social Networking Practices Workplace Friendly?
Dave Willmer March-15-2010 Here are suggestions to help ensure your social networking activities remain suitable for the workplace.

Useful Tips to Ace a Phone Interview
Dave Willmer March-08-2010 Phone interviews can be quite challenging. Here are some tips to help you make a positive impression.

Five Reasons You Might Be Passed Over for a Promotion
Dave Willmer March-01-2010 Coming out of the recession, IT pros need to play their cards right to move upward.

2010 IT Industry Economic Outlook Is Brightening
February-24-2010 The CompTIA IT Industry Business Confidence Index experienced its largest jump ever in December 2009, reflecting renewed optimism and strengthening balance sheets among information technology companies.

Poor Gadget Manners in the Workplace Increasing, CIO Survey Reveals
February-24-2010 The use of gadgets such as smartphones and other handheld devices may make employees more productive, but they haven't made the workplace more polite, a new survey suggests.

What Does the Future of IT Hiring Look Like?
Tom Silver February-22-2010 After 18 dismal, dark months, there are glimmers of encouragement in the IT hiring environment.

A Superior Education for Tomorrow’s IT Pro
Ryan Corey February-08-2010 One training institution teaches its graduates to remain at the forefront of the ever-evolving IT field.

How to Ace a Non-Test-Based Certification Exam
Steve Philp February-01-2010 Preparing for a non-test-based exam is like writing a dissertation and presenting an oral defense.

Service Desk Becomes Focus of IT Service Management Initiatives
January-25-2010 A new report, sponsored by Axios Systems and published by Enterprise Management Associates, reveals that today's service desk is now at the core of corporate IT service management initiatives.

50 Percent of IT Executives Expect to Increase Staff in 2010, Veritude Research Reveals
January-14-2010 Veritude, a staffing services provider, released IT hiring research that indicated that a majority of IT executives nationwide anticipate hiring to increase or remain stable in 2010.

Merger Makes a Splash in Tech-Based Learning
January-13-2010 The new unified business entity, LearnForce Partners LLC, will combine testing and training.

New Year’s Resolution: Smart Social Networking
Deanna Hartley January-11-2010 Social networking has a dark side. Learn what you could be up against and how to avoid undue headache.

Employers Plan to Increase Staff Levels in First Quarter, Says Manpower Survey
January-05-2010 U.S. employers anticipate a moderate increase in their hiring plans for Quarter 1 2010, according to the seasonally adjusted results of the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.

What Does the Job Market Have in Store for 2010?
Dave Willmer January-04-2010 Find out about the most promising IT positions, growth industries and sought-after skills in 2010.

2010: Big Year For Business Technology
Carmi Levy December-28-2009 As the economy recovers, technology will play an unprecedented role to help businesses pick up the pieces.

Inforonics: Spotlight on Employee Career Development
Meagan Polakowski December-21-2009 Inforonics has opportunities for those with the stamina to make it through a lengthy interview process.

Four in 10 CIOs Surveyed Say Their IT Departments Are Understaffed
December-17-2009 A recent survey suggests many technology executives may share a common holiday wish: more support.

Imperva Predicts Security Trends for 2010
December-17-2009 Industrialized hacking heads the top five data security trends for 2010, according to Imperva.

New England IT Hiring May Increase in 2010, Research Shows
December-16-2009 New England executives are significantly more likely to anticipate that the hiring of IT employees will increase in 2010, as compared to executives from other U.S. regions.

Strata: Steppingstone to an IT Career
Terry Erdle December-14-2009 A new certification program from CompTIA aims to help IT companies still struggling to meet hiring demands.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor December-10-2009 Wireless Electricity, Smart Phones, Bargain Hardware

When IP Addresses Conflict
Avner Izhar December-09-2009 A reader needs help deciphering a network address conflict.

CompTIA and Technical Communities Team Up to Expand Government Access to CompTIA Certifications
December-09-2009 A new agreement makes it easier for GSA buyers to purchase exam vouchers.

50 Percent of Large Organizations Are Struggling With Business and IT Alignment, Claims Axios Global Survey
December-09-2009 Axios Systems reveals that organizations are recognizing the value of ITIL-based ITSM approaches in their efforts to better align IT with the business.

Buzzwords Your Resume Doesn’t Need
Dave Willmer December-08-2009 One of the most difficult tasks in your search for employment can be writing a resume that stands out.

Facebook Nation
Carmi Levy December-07-2009 When social media meets international politics, fireworks doubtless ensue.

When Certification Fails to Deliver Career Transformation
Certification Magazine December-07-2009 One IT job seeker feels cheated by a gimmick that promised to land him a job but failed.

Take It to the Bank
Elizabeth Lisican December-04-2009 Waterfield’s IT professionals help maintain a legacy of trust.

Database Administrators: It’s All in a Day’s Work
Meagan Polakowski December-04-2009 Database professionals work behind the scenes to ensure information is readily available, accurate and safe.

Certification: Creating the World as It Should Be
Randy Russell December-03-2009 For Red Hat, certification programs have the power to be prescriptive rather than just descriptive.

CIOs Plan to Increase Hiring in First Quarter
December-03-2009 CIOs are showing signs of optimism as they look toward the new year, a recent survey shows.

Cloud Computing Benefits and Risks Detailed in New ISACA Guidance
December-03-2009 Cloud computing is rapidly becoming a business information technology buzzword, but there is still much debate on what exactly it is and how it benefits enterprises.

Novelty or Nuisance?
Deanna Hartley December-02-2009 The bulk of advancements serve to improve our quality of life. But do they come at a certain cost?

Top Trends for 2010
Ken Sternberg December-02-2009 What does the next year have in store for the information technology field?

Does It Matter If Your Instructors Are Certified?
David Andersson and Karl Reimers December-01-2009 Knowing your instructors’ level of teaching experience can offer some indication of your future education.

Certification Magazine's 2009 Salary Survey
Certification Magazine Editorial Staff November-30-2009 Polling 40,000 IT pros around the world provided an in-depth analysis of 2009's financial repercussions.

The Aftermath of Patch Tuesday
Daniel Margolis November-23-2009 Examining the monthly event in the wake of a historically large one.

CompTIA Strata IT Technology Exam Now Available Worldwide
November-19-2009 CompTIA Strata, a certificate program that provides individuals with a broad introduction to technology, is now available worldwide.

Many Businesses Think Twice About Upgrading Servers
November-19-2009 New research released by Fasthosts Internet, a leading reseller Web hosting provider, reveals that 33 percent of companies are too scared to change their current data server.

Cisco Introduces New Telepresence Certs for 2010
Daniel Margolis November-16-2009 Cisco responds to increasing market demand for telepresence and collaboration solutions.

IT Pros Seeking Security Certifications, CompTIA Survey Reveals
November-13-2009 Information technology professionals are placing their bets on security-themed certifications as they plot their next career moves, a new study from CompTIA reveals.

Research Shows Enterprises Are at Significant Risk From Common Endpoint Device Security Gaps
November-13-2009 Novell announced initial results from its Threat Assessment survey, which showed that many enterprises are still highly vulnerable to preventable security threats.

Do We Overemphasize the Threat of Online Identity Theft?
Daniel Margolis November-09-2009 The Internet is still not the primary place where people are likely to have their identities stolen.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor November-06-2009 Laptop Security, Online Gaming, Facebook Voice Chat

Finding Out If You’re Infected
Avner Izhar November-05-2009 How do I know if my machine has been infected by a virus contained in an e-mail?

Technology Outsourcing Booms in Retail Space
Daniel Margolis November-02-2009 Companies are looking to outsource technology processes in a bid to cut costs and focus on core skills.

Why You Need to Organize Your Job Search
Dave Willmer October-30-2009 Intense competition among job seekers means that you need to be organized in order to be successful.

Axios Systems Reveals That More Than Half of IT Departments Fail to Deliver Value
October-30-2009 Axios Systems revealed the results of a global survey showing that half (57 percent) of IT executives believe that their IT systems, processes and services still do not deliver the value expected by the business.

CompTIA and MSP Partners Join Forces to Extend Managed Services Leadership
October-30-2009 CompTIA and MSP Partners announced that they will join forces, bringing together two leaders in education, events and research for the burgeoning global market for managed IT services.

The Dawn of the All-in-One Age
Carmi Levy October-29-2009 Choosing the right tool for the job can often mean the difference between success and failure.

Developers to the Rescue: A Career in Financial Services Software
Meagan Polakowski October-28-2009 In this fast-growing field, IT pros will need patience, dedication, an open mind and a robust skill set.

The Great Firewall: How China Polices Internet Traffic
Shawn Conaway October-27-2009 The Golden Shield Project aims to monitor Internet traffic among 1.3 billion users.

High-Profile Code Theft a Lesson in Data Loss Prevention
Daniel Margolis October-26-2009 Lessons from the arrest of a former Goldman Sachs computer programmer accused of stealing computer code.

Ernst & Young: Leveraging Business-Savvy IT Veterans
Deanna Hartley October-23-2009 Experienced pros can impact clients’ business processes while simultaneously furthering their own careers.

The Open Group: Testing Your IT Street Smarts
Steve Philp October-22-2009 The Open Group’s certification programs place the emphasis firmly on actual experience.

Crossover Careers for Technical Professionals
Gregory R. Williams October-21-2009 Do you have a career contingency plan? Consider e-learning.

Avant-Garde Technology Uses
Deanna Hartley October-21-2009 Believe it or not, it wasn’t long ago that all people did with cell phones was make phone calls.

The Two-Year Degree: A Happy Medium?
Agatha Gilmore October-20-2009 Aspiring IT professionals may want to look into two-year programs at local community colleges.

When Your E-Mail Account is Hacked, Your Whole Life is Hacked
Daniel Margolis October-19-2009 Having access to an individual’s account on a number of sites makes personalized phishing scams easy.

Napatech Sets New Standards for Time Synchronization
October-16-2009 Napatech released new time synchronization features that will allow extremely accurate packet time stamping. This is important for measuring quality of service factors, such as latency, in packet networks.

CompTIA Adds New Member Resources With Industry Mentors Program
October-16-2009 Expert advice in business-critical areas such as customer service, finance, human resources, marketing and sales is now available free of charge to members of CompTIA.

Top In-Demand Skill Sets and Hottest Industries Outlined in ConsultNet Technical Staffing Report
October-16-2009 ConsultNet announced its latest technical staffing report that outlines the most in-demand skill sets and top industries nationally and in Southern California, Colorado, the greater Dallas area, Texas and Utah.

Employers Crack Down on Tweeting at Work
October-12-2009 Workers who want to share the latest news with Facebook friends and Twitter followers will need to wait until after-hours or risk violating company policy, a new survey suggests.

Do Computers Really Get Tired?
Avner Izhar October-09-2009 Does "electron buildup" really exist?

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor October-09-2009 Mobile Remotes, The Cybraphon, New Releases

Crafting an Outstanding Reference List
Dave Willmer October-08-2009 Getting the right references can take some finessing.

You know information security inside and out. Or do you?
(ISC)2 October-07-2009 Stop guessing. Find out exactly how much you know about information security.

Will Chrome OS Close Microsoft’s Window?
Carmi Levy October-07-2009 Google's journey into operating systems suggests the user interface as we know it is irrevocably changing.

Penetration Testing: Hacking for a Cause
Agatha Gilmore October-06-2009 Penetration testers help companies identify vulnerabilities by breaking in and fixing the problem.

Survey Shows Fear Rules in IT, Budget Reviews
Daniel Margolis October-05-2009 A recent survey uncovered surprising behaviors by individuals conducting IT-related business decisions.

Gray Hats: Tapping Into the Dark Side to Secure Data
Deanna Hartley October-05-2009 What is it that motivates these individuals to take a walk on the dark side?

Up in the Clouds at Cumulux
Daniel Margolis October-01-2009 By breaking into the newly emergent field of cloud computing, Cumulux is grooming a new breed of IT pro.

Cisco Certifications Keep Pace With New Directions in Networking
Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn October-01-2009 Even in uncertain times, networking and other information technologies continue to advance.

Take a Holistic Approach to IT Service Management and Avoid Some of the Pain
September-30-2009 Many organizations want to improve on the cost, quality and agility of their IT service provisions by implementing Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) best practices, but this frequently seems like a daunting prospect.

Novell Delivers the Economic Promise of Single Sign-On With SecureLogin 7
September-30-2009 Novell announced the availability of Novell SecureLogin 7, the latest release of its enterprise single sign-on (SSO) solution.

IU to Lead Nationwide Research Network to Expand Supercomputer Capabilities
September-30-2009 A group of information technology researchers at Indiana University has been chosen by the National Science Foundation to lead a project to develop new software to link together the supercomputers of tomorrow.

Comodo Donates SSL Certificates, PCI Scanning Services to TechSoup.org for Use by Nonprofits
September-30-2009 Nonprofit organizations with poor security could be inviting hackers to steal confidential member and donor information, eroding the public trust that staff and volunteers have worked hard to earn.

CompTIA Educational Foundation Partners With Public Computer Centers for IT Training and Career Development
September-30-2009 The CompTIA Educational Foundation is looking to expand its partnerships with other public computer centers to help individuals in need launch information technology careers.

40 Percent of Employers Plan to Rehire Some Workers They Laid Off, Survey Finds
September-30-2009 As the economy slowly improves, 40 percent of employers are planning to rehire some former workers they laid off as either full-time employees or as consultants and freelancers to add needed skills, according to a survey.

Land Rush in Cyberspace
Daniel Margolis September-28-2009 Proposed new generic top-level domain names pose potential chaos for trademark holders.

Employers, Beware of Twitter Trouble!
Deanna Hartley September-28-2009 Considering the repercussions of Twitter posts.

Job Loss Slows In North American IT Sector
September-28-2009 Although U.S. employment numbers for June 2009 showed fewer bright spots for IT professionals compared to the month prior, 1,800 fewer jobs were lost in the bellwether IT job segments in further signs of IT labor resilience.

Learn Smarter: Preparing for a Certification Exam
Luis Carselle September-25-2009 Used tried-and-true study tips to reduce stress and achieve peak performance on the critical exam day.

Serving IT Governance Professionals
ISACA September-25-2009 Are you working in IS audit, security and/or governance and want to advance in your career?

Creating Your Educational Plan B
Meagan Polakowski September-24-2009 Students should be putting strategies in place to ensure success in these challenging times.

Desktop Security Providers Unite Against ‘Scareware’
Daniel Margolis September-21-2009 The Common Computing Security Standards Forum is working to develop standards for anti-virus product.

Writing a Resume That Stands Out
Dave Willmer September-18-2009 Like any skill, resume writing improves with practice.

New Use for SSL Certificates: Authenticating Web Applications
September-18-2009 Comodo, a leading provider of trust online, announced an alliance with SafeMashups Inc., an application authentication pioneer.

HKG Partners LLC Launches ITCareerPro.org
September-17-2009 HKG Partners LLC announced the launch of ITCareerPro.org.

Messaging Administrator: Managing a Host of Functions
Deanna Hartley September-16-2009 Those who choose the messaging administrator track can expect to play an integral role in an organization.

Hollywood Meets New Media
Aamir Lakhani September-15-2009 The Internet has redefined the way we, the public, consume our media.

Launch Your Future with new book from EMC: Information Storage an
EMC September-15-2009

CompTIA Centralizes Internet Presence
Daniel Margolis September-14-2009 CompTIA completely redesigned its Web site to centralize all its products and services.

CIOs Report on Fourth-Quarter Hiring Expectations
September-11-2009 Technology executives expect to take a conservative approach to hiring in the final months of the year, according to the fourth-quarter Robert Half Technology "IT Hiring Index and Skills Report."

At RSM International, Senior IT Pros Thrive
Agatha Gilmore September-10-2009 Due to the ever-changing nature of IT consulting work, RSM International seeks adept industry veterans.

CompTIA Introduces Strata Computing Fundamentals Certificate
September-10-2009 CompTIA introduced CompTIA Strata, a new credential that offers individuals a broad introduction to computing technology.

IBM Certification for a Dynamic Infrastructure
Becky Gonzalez September-09-2009 Challenging times call for dynamic response from modern certification programs. IBM is heeding the call.

From Cheating 2.0 to Security 3.0
Dave Meissner September-08-2009 Given today's tight job market, test administrators are taking proactive steps to fight against cheating.

The Office Gets a Facelift
Carmi Levy September-03-2009 Pity today’s poor productivity applications.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor September-02-2009 Breaking News, Suborbital Flights, Flexi Keyboard

Seeking Solace in the Internet
Deanna Hartley September-01-2009 There has been a dramatic rise in the number of individuals who are classified as heavy Internet users.

Executives Balk at Facebook for Work
September-01-2009 According to a recent survey, nearly half of executives are uncomfortable being friended by the employees they manage or their bosses.

Certification Magazine Launches 2009 Salary Survey
August-31-2009 Now in its eighth year, the Salary Survey compiles compensation, certification and education information for IT professionals.

Troubleshooting
Avner Izhar August-28-2009 A reader needs help resuscitating a relatively new laptop.

Course Selection Made Easy
Agatha Gilmore August-27-2009 Here are some things to keep in mind when setting up your curriculum.

Troubleshooting: What Causes Internet Explorer Errors?
Avner Izhar August-26-2009 A user needs help keeping his browser from constantly and unexpectedly quitting.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor August-26-2009 Hunch.com, PhonePoint pen, fall films

Professional Goals Keep Your Career on the Right Track
Dave Willmer August-25-2009 In a recession, the big picture is often sacrificed — along with the long-term health of your career.

Aberdeen Group Launches New Green IT and Sustainability Research Practice
August-25-2009 Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks company, announced the formation of a new green IT and sustainability research practice.

Consider Feasibility When Crafting Storage and Retention Policies
Deanna Hartley August-24-2009 These documents must be drafted carefully to ensure that employees actually follow them.

Spammers Storm URL Shortening Services
Daniel Margolis August-17-2009 This summer, spammers suddenly happened onto URL shortening services as a prime weapon of choice.

A Cool Future for Search
Carmi Levy August-13-2009 Mark 2009 as the year that search finally became sexy again.

Trend Spotting: Life as a Self-Employed Consultant
Ken Sternberg August-12-2009 The demand for helpful yet cost-effective third-party advice is on the rise.

The Internet: Helpful Ombudsman or Creepy Big Brother?
Aamir Lakhani August-11-2009 When it comes to an online presence, where do we draw the line between helpful and officious?

Hiring of Contingent Knowledge Workers Expected to Increase, Research Shows
August-10-2009 As organizations right-size their businesses, the process can be vastly simplified by adding contingent workers - especially in concert with a temp-to-permanent strategy.

Qualified Industry Veterans Are Ideal Fit at Dow Chemical
Deanna Hartley August-04-2009 Experienced IT professionals will have numerous growth opportunities at this chemical services company.

Revolutionizing Data-Based Health Care Research
Daniel Margolis August-03-2009 Mission: Improve how surgeons, product manufacturers, hospitals and regulators use health care information.

The Kenexa Research Institute Asks: Youthful Optimism, Myth or Reality?
August-03-2009 A recent study conducted by KRI measured employee confidence in the workplace by contrasting younger (18- to 29-year-olds) and older workers' (50-year-olds and older) levels of confidence.

ConsultNet Technology Staffing Outlook Finds Improvement for IT and Engineering Workers in Second Half of Year
August-03-2009 ConsultNet announced the release of the 2009 Technology Staffing Outlook, which includes a survey of hiring managers for IT- and engineering-related workers in four states - California, Colorado, Texas and Utah.

Comodo Provides Security Freeware in 17 Languages
August-03-2009 Until now, Comodo Internet Security had a drawback: It was only available in English.

IU Cybersecurity Expert: Cyberattacks a 'Wake-Up Call'
August-03-2009 An Indiana University law professor and cybersecurity expert said the wave of cyber attacks that shut down Web sites in the United States and South Korea over the weekend of July 4 offer important lessons for policymakers.

IT Professionals Find Online, On-Demand Training a Valuable Resource in Uncertain Times
August-03-2009 Technology professionals are using GoGogh to find online, comprehensive training courses on a variety of technologies, and companies are sourcing GoGogh as an alternative to traditional technical training solutions.

Triple Your Salary With an MBA
Shawn Conaway July-31-2009 Consider an MBA if you want an impressive degree that could help you achieve a high-paying salary.

Implement and Manage a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
Certification Magazine July-30-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Microsoft's exam 70-291:

HP Helps Develop Real Skills for a Virtualized Infrastructure
Linda Musthaler July-28-2009 Virtualization is, without question, a red-hot field in IT at the moment.

CertMag.com Launches New (ISC)2 Online Resource
July-27-2009 Certification Magazine has announced that (ISC)2, the not-for-profit global leader in educating and certifying information security professionals throughout their careers, will debut an information-packed microsite on CertMag.com.

Tech Milestone or Privacy Infringement?
Deanna Hartley July-24-2009 Google Street View has garnered countless fans for its ingenuity, but not everyone welcomes the technology.

Mature Job Seekers Considering Many Options, CareerBuilder Survey Finds
July-24-2009 In a market shaped by mass job loss, mature workers are a critical workforce segment that has been hit particularly hard. Twenty-eight percent of workers age 55 and older who were laid off in the last 12 months found new jobs.

Learn About Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Client
Certification Magazine July-23-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Microsoft's exam 70-620:

I’m Certified…Now What?
Lynn Lawton July-23-2009 Marketing yourself after certification is nearly as crucial as attaining the credential itself.

Back-to-School IT Checklist
Agatha Gilmore July-22-2009 To help ease the transition back to school, every IT student should consider the following.

Implementing an IT Service Management Solution Can Save Money
July-22-2009 Axios Systems, a provider of IT service management (ITSM) solutions, revealed in a recent survey that more than half of IT professionals found that implementing an ITSM solution has helped save their businesses money.

Comodo Verification Engine Can Help Protect Consumers From Internet Scams
July-22-2009 The number of phony Web sites impersonating legitimate ones is on the rise. These are created by scammers to trick Internet users into divulging their personal information or installing malware.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor July-21-2009 Wolfram Alpha, Martin Jetpack, Kindle Reader

Green IT Gains in the Economic Downturn
July-20-2009 The current global economic recession has squeezed IT budgets, hindered capital expenditure and generally slowed the growth of IT development, but it may also prove to be a significant upside to the market for green IT.

Learn About Sun Certified Associate for the Java Platform
Certification Magazine July-16-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Sun's exam CX-310-019:

Can My BIOS Be Fixed?
Avner Izhar July-16-2009 A reader needs help recovering or replacing his AMIBIOS.

Time Management in Today's Workplace
Dave Willmer July-15-2009 How can you get everything done without overloading yourself and burning out?

Cytiva Releases New White Paper on Applicant Tracking System Security
July-15-2009 Cytiva Software Inc., a provider of on-demand talent management solutions, announced the availability of a free white paper exploring applicant tracking system security and providing real-world tips for evaluating vendors.

Mac or PC? Pretty Soon, It Won't Matter
Carmi Levy July-14-2009 Choosing one OS over another no longer relegates you to a specific community of users or capabilities.

Brocade Introduces Its Compatibility Matrix
Daniel Margolis July-13-2009 Brocade recently introduced a redesign of its certification programs, known as the Matrix.

Fear Outweighs Cost Concerns With Business IT Needs
July-13-2009 Analyzing a company's spending on IT solutions is currently an unfortunate necessity for many businesses, according to new survey results released by Fasthosts Internet.

CompTIA Educational Foundation and Diskeeper Keep Wounded Warriors' Computers Working at Top Speed
July-13-2009 Diskeeper Corporation donated 500 copies of its defragmentation software to the CompTIA Educational Foundation to keep the computers of wounded warriors running at top speed.

Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 - Application Development
Certification Magazine July-09-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on the C# version of Microsoft’s exam 70-542:

Jack of All Trades: The IT Specialist
Agatha Gilmore July-08-2009 Every business needs a realist. In the world of enterprise technology, this is the IT specialist.

PGP Corporation and Fidelis Security Systems to Offer Comprehensive Data Protection Solution
July-08-2009 PGP Corporation and Fidelis Security Systems announced a relationship to address the growing demand for a comprehensive data protection solution combining network DLP and enterprise data encryption technologies.

The Social Impact of ‘Everywhere’ Technology
Daniel Margolis July-07-2009 As technology continues to infiltrate our lives, experts debate its ramifications on human interactions.

Even IT Security Professionals Cannot Be Bothered With Passwords, Says Survey
July-07-2009 IT security professionals admit that they are suffering from password fatigue when it comes to using their mobile devices, which leaves their data exposed to identity theft if these devices were to fall into the wrong hands.

New Partnership Aims to Provide Jobs to Niche Groups
Daniel Margolis July-06-2009 Veterans and individuals with disabilities can now more easily seek full-time employment in the IT world.

TwitterJobSearch and CollegeRecruiter.com Announce Partnership to Build College Student and Recent Graduate Recruitment Platform on Twitter
July-06-2009 TwitterJobSearch, the first real-time job search engine, announced a distribution partnership with award-winning college job board CollegeRecruiter.com to extend its reach into social media.

Britney Spears Hack Highlights Reputational Risk of Weak Web 2.0-Based Service Passwords
July-06-2009 The apparent hacking of Britney Spears' Twitter picture service account, followed by false reports of her death, is a reflection of the increasingly mischievous nature of a small, young part of the Web user base, said Imperva.

WANTED Technologies Ranks Cities Where Hiring Demand is Highest Compared to the Available Supply of Workers
July-06-2009 WANTED Technologies has calculated the gap between local demand for workers and supply of workers and identified cities where the demand exceeds supply by the greatest margin.

SkillSoft Prepares Project Management Professionals for Fourth Edition PMP Exam With Technology-Enabled Learning
July-06-2009 SkillSoft PLC announced the availability of 28 online project management courses and a wide variety of other learning assets that support Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional (PMP) Fourth Edition exam.

Launch Programs, Web Sites by Pressing One Key
July-06-2009 Super Win Software has released Design Your Keys, a Windows productivity application that lets you work faster and easier by customizing more than 20 keys on your computer keyboard.

AIIM Tracks Business Benefits of Enterprise 2.0
July-06-2009 Business take-up of Enterprise 2.0 has doubled in the last year, according to ECM industry researcher AIIM.

Learn About the Visual Basic Version of Microsoft’s Exam 70-568
Certification Magazine July-02-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on the Visual Basic (VB) version of Microsoft’s

IT Professionals See the Big Picture at PSC Group
Elizabeth Lisican July-01-2009 For PSC Group, having a leading-edge reputation is secondary to delivering successful business solutions.

Hitachi Data Systems: Become a Storage Superstar
Peter Manijak June-30-2009 The market for storage management professionals is heating up.

Going Solo: The Trend Toward Freelancing
Erica S. Brath June-30-2009 living the “1099 life” seems to be a scenario more and more workers are considering.

Moving Toward a Unified National Health Care Database
Patrick Turner June-30-2009 In the United States, a push for a national, unified health care system is in the works.

Search Insecurity
Carmi Levy June-30-2009 Searching for answers online has become the modern-day equivalent of using the phone book.

A New Path for IT Certification?
Meagan Polakowski June-30-2009 How do we ensure the security of "critical infrastructure" that is at the heart of national security?

Are Your Training and Certification Materials Safe?
Adi Ruppin June-29-2009 You must keep documents safe at all times: at rest (when on the PC) and in transit (when sharing).

Learn About Microsoft's Exam 70-450
Certification Magazine June-25-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Microsoft’s exam 70-450: PRO: Designing, Opt

Squabble Over Controversial Content
Deanna Hartley June-25-2009 Should highly offensive or controversial content be permanently revoked from cyberspace?

Virtualization: A Hot Area for IT Training
Julieann Scalisi June-24-2009 The full potential of virtualization can't be unlocked without proper training and certification.

Get Tech-ed Out This Summer
Agatha Gilmore June-23-2009 Book a summer vacation trip to a tech-tastic destination.

Hourly Rates on the Rise for Freelance Development Work
Meagan Polakowski June-22-2009 Hourly rates for freelance software development in the U.S. have risen by 35 percent during the past year.

Research Shows Tumultuous First Quarter for Enterprise Telephony Market
June-19-2009 The swings from 1Q08 to 1Q09 in enterprise telephony vendor market share vary significantly, with Siemens gaining the most and Nortel losing the most.

Learn About Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security
Certification Magazine June-18-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Cisco’s exam 640-553:

Outsourcing Set to Grow As Retailers' Priorities Shift
June-18-2009 Increasing economic pressures affecting the retail industry means companies in Western Europe and North America will increasingly look to outsource technology and business processes in a bid to cut costs and focus on core skills.

Create and Share Virtual Files and Folders
June-18-2009 Without moving or copying any of your files, Virtual Disk organizes them onto virtual folders and lets you manage them conveniently in one place.

Saywire Captures AEP Achievement Award for Educational Technology Innovation
June-18-2009 Through its Web-based platform, Saywire provides the learning environment in which educators, students and faculty, can safely work together to share information, knowledge and develop skills.

Diskeeper Defrag Improves U.S. Air Force Performance, Without Adding Memory or Disks
June-18-2009 Diskeeper Corp. announced its proud support of the U.S. Air Force. While the nation looks for ways to save on taxpayer dollars, automatic defragmentation continues to save government IT Managers from costly memory and hardware upgrades.

Kantara Initiative Reshapes Global Identity Landscape Based on Industry-Wide Collaboration
June-18-2009 Organizations from the global identity and Internet communities announced a new organization formed to solve the harmonization and interoperability challenges that exist among identity-enabled enterprise services.

Comodo to Exhibit at 37th ISACA Conference
June-18-2009 At the conference, Comodo will introduce the incorporation of disk encryption into its network security products.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor June-17-2009 SmartPen, SafeHouse Explorer, Summer Movies

AIIM and HP Help Organizations Identify Records Management Competency With New Assessment Tool
June-17-2009 The free tool assesses staff training, corporate policies and technology investments to provide a rating against a five-stage competency scale.

People Judge Intelligence, Professionalism From E-Mails
June-17-2009 About a third of users said they may try to guess a person's age just based on the language, tone and style of e-mails, while 28 percent assume how much of an authority figure a person is amongst their peers.

GSA Improves Internet Security, Awards Contract to Verizon
June-17-2009 Verizon received this award as a contract modification on GSA�s Networx Universal telecommunications contract, the third and final award under this acquisition.

Green Computing Project Points to Potential for Energy Savings
June-17-2009 A pilot project carried out by IT staff of the Indiana University School of Education produced impressive energy savings from putting desktop computers into "sleep mode" when they were not in use.

CyberPatrol Cloud Web Filtering Adds Enhanced Features
June-17-2009 The growing ranks of SiteSURV customers have found that low-cost Web filtering in the cloud can cut costs directly and indirectly, in the form of higher employee productivity and lower maintenance costs.

Indiana University, Microsoft Expand Partnership
June-16-2009 As part of the agreement, IU will be first in line for any personal productivity advancements at Microsoft, whether on a personal device, in a cloud environment or elsewhere.

Partnership to Provide Free Virtualization Software to Global Education Community
June-16-2009 e-academy Inc. and VMware have entered into a new global relationship to promote the VMware Academic Program, which will offer free cutting-edge virtual server license software to verified students and faculty worldwide.

Vendor-Neutral Best-Practice Guidelines for ECM
June-16-2009 This recommended practice was originally published in 2001 and has been updated as technologies matured and were updated.

Avanade Recognized as One of the Best Places to Work in IT
June-16-2009 The ranking is based on a comprehensive corporate questionnaire regarding company offerings in categories such as benefits, diversity, career development, training and retention for the company's IT staff.

A Blueprint for Certification Development
Deanna Hartley June-15-2009 Amid a growing number of credentials in the marketplace, how does a company decide which certs to build?

IT Governance Goes Espresso
June-15-2009 The Espresso Book Machine offers IT professionals instant access to any of IT Governance's book portfolio on issues ranging from green IT to ISO 27001.

Learn About Project Management Professional Exam
Certification Magazine June-11-2009

Can My BIOS Be Fixed?
Avner Izhar June-11-2009 A reader needs help to either recover or replace his AMIBIOS.

Venture Fund Backs Cellcrypt to Capitalize on Potential for Secure Voice Solutions
June-11-2009 "Traditionally, high-security voice calling has only been available using specialized military-specification equipment, but Cellcrypt now makes this easily accessible to all with no impact on service performance."

Paltalk Partners With GoDaddy.com to Enable Stronger Online Communities
June-11-2009 This partnership delivers new means for social networks to take advantage of e-commerce conversion enabling technology.

Customers Seek to Maximize IT Investments Through Greater Interoperability
June-11-2009 A greater number of companies are signing on for the interoperability and IP peace-of-mind solutions offered by Novell Inc. and Microsoft Corp. through their business, legal and technical collaboration agreement.

Making the Best of a Less-Than-Ideal Job
Dave Willmer June-10-2009 Here's how to cope if it looks like you’ll need to stick with your current employer for a while longer.

'Ask InternetSafety.com' Feature Launched in Honor of Internet Safety Month
June-10-2009 Parents and other interested parties can submit questions about any aspect of online safety, ranging from Internet predators, pornography and social networking dangers to cyberbullying, "sexting" and typosquatting.

Leadership Guru to Deliver Opening Keynote at CompTIA Breakaway 2009
June-10-2009 Patrick Lencioni, author of the "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team," will address how executives need to prepare their teams now to make the most of the economic recovery.

Welcome to Netbook Nation
Carmi Levy June-09-2009 It’s clear we need to rethink why we buy certain machines and what we expect to do with them.

IU Announces New Security Informatics Master's Degree
June-09-2009 Indiana University Informatics Chair Geoffrey Fox said the university is now poised to offer world-class opportunities in a field destined for growth.

New Digital Imaging Technology Is Empowering Libraries
June-09-2009 Thanks to advancements in digital cameras, new imaging technology is empowering libraries in the preservation of millions of rare collections.

Citrix to Roll Out Advanced Virtualization Certifications
Deanna Hartley June-08-2009 Citrix Systems Inc. recently announced plans to expand its repertoire of virtualization-related credentials.

Most Creditworthy Consumers Most Likely to Be Identity Theft Victims
June-08-2009 A study posits a possible cause for the connection and offers suggestions for combating the problem of identity fraud.

Data Storage Corp. Creates Health Care Division to Focus on Health IT
June-08-2009 Healthcare DPS specializes in comprehensive health IT solutions for group practices, nursing homes, assisted living facilities and hospitals in the New York Metro area.

80 Percent of Surveyed Technology Pros Cite Interest in Desktop Virtualization
June-08-2009 Due to the ever-growing need to do more with less, and with the new funds available because of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, state governments and schools are looking to modern IT infrastructure solutions.

Learn About Depot Technician
Certification Magazine June-04-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on CompTIA's exam 220-604:

Cisco Announces Two New Data-Center Virtualization Certs
June-04-2009 Cisco also introduced several channel programs designed to help partners gain new revenue opportunities and evolve their businesses toward unified data-center practices.

Hiring Managers Struggle to Fill Positions Despite Downturn
June-04-2009 A survey suggests information security professionals can look forward to a future with new jobs coming onto the market and fewer expected budget cuts.

Health Information Manager: Helping People Through Technology
Agatha Gilmore June-03-2009 Prescription: one hefty dose of tech knowledge, a pinch of business savvy and a spoonful of people skills.

New Online Programs Offerred for Accounting, Health Care, Computers
June-03-2009 Florida Tech University Online makes it easy and convenient to earn a degree with five new associate's programs offered 100 percent online.

Workshop Offers Strategies for Future Virtual-World Developers
June-03-2009 VW2 (Virtual World Workshop) will be Aug. 3-7 and is intended for technology developers at companies and academic institutions who wish to use virtual world technology to achieve their communication and engagement goals.

TV Network Builds Online Broadcasting Site With High-Density Storage for Apple Environment
June-03-2009 ITV, the biggest commercial television network in the U.K., has increased the storage capacity and performance for its online broadcasting site by 20 percent with the high-density SATABeast Xi.

New Cost-Cutting White Paper Teaches Telcos How to Reduce Expenses
June-03-2009 This white paper reveals a major development in alarm monitoring technology that uses a simple T1 connection and a 1 RU device to transport SNMP traps and remotely access legacy serial equipment.

Free Speech Online: Where Is the Line Drawn?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman June-02-2009 The freedom of speech is a basic right in many countries, but the Internet pushes it to the limit.

CIOs: Customer Support, Rising Workloads Drive Staffing Activity
June-02-2009 The majority of respondents, 85 percent, plan to maintain current staffing levels.

New Users of Outplacement Technology Spike in First Quarter
June-02-2009 Recently reported first-quarter sales figures are mirroring the new-user increase with a 25 percent increase in revenues booked during the last quarter of 2008.

IT Security Officials to Debate Methods Of Professional Certification And Licensure
June-02-2009 The fifth annual SecureAmericas information security conference, will be held June 4-5 in Arlington, Va.

Safe Internet Alliance Commends Administration's New Cybersecurity Effort
June-02-2009 "Together we can work to bring safety and civility online, enabling everyone to confidently take advantage of the great opportunities the Internet provides," said Safe Internet's president.

Countrywide Training Offers Boot Camp Training Classes for Security+ 2008
June-02-2009 Countrywide Training's Security+ Boot Camps are the primary courses IT professionals will need to take if their job responsibilities include securing network services, network devices and network traffic.

CCNA Security Boot Camp Classes Offered at Countrywide Training
June-02-2009 CCNA Security confirms an individual's skills for job roles such as network security specialist, security administrator and network security support engineer.

Balance Between IT Control and User Flexibility Needed for Enterprise Innovation
June-02-2009 "There�s often no need to impose strict processes and control, which can inhibit innovation and drive away talent,� said a presenter at a recent Forrester IT Forum in Las Vegas.

Wurldtech�s Achilles Helps Make Industrial Wireless Safe and Secure
June-02-2009 The Achilles Network Testing Platform now includes test suites for emerging industrial wireless protocols.

(ISC)2 Introduces First Online CISSP Seminar With Live Instruction
June-02-2009 Taught by (ISC)2-authorized instructors, Live OnLine offers a high-level review of the 10 CISSP CBK domains and identifies areas in which students need to study.

CCIE Routing & Switching Meets the Real World
Meagan Polakowski June-01-2009 Since networking is now a mature industry, the time had come to align certification to real-life job roles.

Mainframe Security Risks Pose Serious Threats to Enterprises and Government Agencies
June-01-2009 This topic will be addressed at The Vanguard Security Conference, being held May 3 through June 4, with more than 90 training sessions taught by leading industry professionals.

Enterprise Architecture Conference to Focus on Cloud Computing, Virtualization and Compliance
June-01-2009 The theme of the Enterprise Architecture Practitioners Conference, "The Enterprise Architecture Lifecycle," will focus on how to bring together the various pieces of enterprise architecture to form a complete project life cycle.

Confidela Launches WatchDox Public Beta to Protect Sent Documents
June-01-2009 As a benefit of using the SaaS model, both senders and recipients do not need to install any software, making WatchDox an ideal, cost-effective solution.

Antennas Reduce Absorption Rate of Wireless Devices Without Sacrificing Signal
June-01-2009 With iMAT technology from SkyCross, small wireless devices can operate using half the power without any change in signal strength while increasing battery life.

American Legion Offers Free Computer Training to Wounded Warriors
June-01-2009 With support from the CompTIA Educational Foundation, the American Legion will offer a free computer skills development and job placement program to wounded warriors this summer in Houston.

What’s an ITIL, and Where Do I Get One?
Shawn Conaway May-31-2009 It’s amazing how few people know what ITIL is.

Peer Networking: What’s Next?
Daniel Margolis May-30-2009 As online peer networking systems have matured, millions across the globe have migrated from one to another.

Learn About Remote Support Technician
Certification Magazine May-28-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on CompTIA’s exam 220-603:

IT Leaders to Jump-Start Networking at Charity Golf Classic
May-28-2009 The event, to be held Aug. 3 in Las Vegas, allows IT leaders to have hours of one-on-one time with their key partners.

Engineers, IT Staff Among Hardest to Fill Positions
May-28-2009 Even with high unemployment, Manpower's research highlights a problem of finding individuals with the right combination of job-specific skills, experience, training and soft skills.

Pink Elephant Improves Clarity Around Job Roles in ITIL Certification Scheme
May-28-2009 Pink Elephant plans to clarify titles of its ITIL version three Intermediate courses to better reflect the roles individuals perform in organizations and to help guide IT professionals along the most appropriate education path.

European Agency Issues Recommendations to Improve Resilience of Communication Networks
May-28-2009 Resilience and security of communication networks and services that they support is an issue of critical importance to the EU economy and its citizens.

Finalists Selected for CompTIA Software Innovation Awards
May-28-2009 CompTIA, a trade association for the world�s information technology (IT) industry, announced the finalists for the third annual CompTIA SoftwareCEO Software Innovation Awards.

Cisco CCIE R&S v4.0 Products Now More Accessible
May-28-2009 Cisco announced it will offer each product in the Cisco 360 Learning Program for Routing & Switching (R&S) for sale individually, increasing flexibility and convenience for individual participants.

IT Officials to Debate Certification and Licensure at SecureAmericas
May-28-2009 (ISC)2 announced a new roundtable of top security certification organizations at its fifth annual SecureAmericas information security conference scheduled for June 4-5 in Arlington, Va.

Academic Background Trumps All in Minnesota IT Agency
Deanna Hartley May-27-2009 A strong educational background can give candidates the upper hand when seeking a state IT job in Minnesota.

Tech Wages Hold Steady in 2009
May-27-2009 Throughout the first few weeks of 2009, wages held steady, hitting a peak of 32.81 early in the quarter, just a 1.62 percent increase from the same time last year.

CoreVault Advises Disaster Recovery Planning as Tornado Season Approaches
May-27-2009 Forward-thinking companies in severe-weather-prone states should take maximum precautions when preparing for disruptions caused by tornadoes and other natural disasters.

Is the Economic Slowdown Affecting Hacking Behavior?
May-27-2009 During the first quarter of 2009, the number of active viruses has more than tripled over 2008.

Is the Economic Slowdown Affecting Hacking Behavior?
May-27-2009 During the first quarter of 2009, the number of active viruses has more than tripled over 2008.

EDS and Kraft Foods Attain First IT Services Certification in Consumer Packaged Goods
May-27-2009 Kraft Foods is now uniquely positioned to rely on clearly documented, high-quality IT services and processes that will support its targets of growth, innovation and cost reduction.

Certifying Software Security Professionals: The CSSLP
James E. Molini May-26-2009 To meet the growing need for security professionals, (ISC)2 has created an international cert program.

Cyberattacks Now Target Governments
Carmi Levy May-26-2009 Hackers claim to have infiltrated a state-run prescription drug database in Virginia.

E-Academy and Quark Partner to Deliver QuarkXPress 8 Across North America
May-26-2009 The new program, called Quark Academic Electronic Licensing Program (QAeLP) is free for academic institutions to enroll.

Open Group Security Forum Completes Second Phase of Risk Management Project
May-26-2009 The Security Forum's comprehensive project is aimed at eliminating widespread industry confusion about risk management among risk managers, security and IT professionals.

CompTIA Educational Foundation Offers Free Telecom Training
May-26-2009 With a $115,000 donation, the Foundation can offer both free IT and telecommunications training to transitioning U.S. veterans, individuals with disabilities, youth-at-risk, minorities and displaced workers.

MatrikonOPC & Wurldtech Announce Agreement to Deliver Achilles Software
May-26-2009 MatrikonOPC�s Achilles Certified OPC servers will offer operators a greater level of assurance against unintentional threats, safety failures and protection against intentional cybersecurity events.

Learn About Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Configuring
Certification Magazine May-21-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Microsoft’s exam 70-631:

Hooked on Twitter
Deanna Hartley May-21-2009 There’s no doubt that during the past year Twitter has exploded in popularity.

Tips on Going From Fired to Hired in Any Business Climate
May-21-2009 People who are out of work and looking for jobs would benefit from focusing on their audience and asking themselves the question, "So what?"

NSF Grant to Support Research on Quantum Computing
May-21-2009 Indiana University Bloomington faculty member Amit Hagar has received a National Science Foundation Scholar Award of $144,000 for research related to quantum computing, and will develop a course on the topic.

1&1 MyBusiness Site Creates a Professional
May-21-2009 Addressing a wide range of small to medium businesses, MyBusiness Site simplifies the creation of a Web site to just a few minutes without any need for Web site design experience.

Webinar to Address Interviewing Tactics for Job Seekers
May-21-2009 To assist job seekers in their quests for employment, Veritude created its successful Advice Fair series, which provides timely and accurate information about the current employment landscape.

Certifying Experience: The New Frontier
Leonard Fehskens May-20-2009 How do you know you’ve got the right people on the job when most certs validate only book smarts?

More Than Half of U.S. Adults Now Play Video Games
May-20-2009 Video-gamers represent more than half of the adult population and have an aggregate income of $4 trillion.

Full-Featured PIM Includes E-Mail, Synchronization, Portability, Network Support
May-20-2009 EssentialPIM offers portability, speed, an intuitive interface and the ability to synchronize all of your information with your Windows Mobile Smartphone, Palm OS device, iPOD, MS Outlook and Google Calendar.

Law Enforcement Associations Promote New Child Safety Technology
May-20-2009 Two associations are partnering on the Amber Ready II Child Safety Initiative to increase awareness and adoption of Amber Ready's new child safety technology by parents, child guardians and local law enforcement.

IT Service Management Gaining Traction in Gulf Region
May-20-2009 Axios Systems says recent business wins have resulted from heightened interest in its ITSM software solution, as companies are becoming increasingly disillusioned and look to its out-of-the-box benefits.

It's 'Make or Break' Time for High-Potential WiMAX Broadband
May-20-2009 Mobile WiMAX networks are being rolled out more slowly than expected, meaning that service revenues will grow more slowly than forecast a year ago.

Maximizing a Jobless Summer
Agatha Gilmore May-19-2009 Summer jobs are hard to come by, and many students are ending the school year without plans for the break.

Workaholics Take Laptops, and Insecure Data, to Bed
May-19-2009 Almost half of survey respondents admitted they hold important work documents on their mobile devices, of which 54 percent were not adequately secured with encryption.

MSPs Better-Positioned to Cope With Economic Uncertainty
May-19-2009 Companies delivering technology solutions through a managed services model have weathered the economic recession better than companies focused on more traditional product and support sales.

Organizations Implement Electronic Records Management Using ISO Standards
May-19-2009 AIIM announced it has revised and updated the course material for its electronic records management (ERM) Specialist and Master courses.

Economy Shifts Focus From Business to Technical Skills
Meagan Polakowski May-18-2009 In response to budget cuts, IT managers are reducing soft skills training.

Meet and Master the Data Governance Challenge
May-18-2009 Mishandled data signify forms of data that can cause serious harm to the organization.

Quickly Develop Windows Mobile and Windows Desktop Applications
May-18-2009 Basic4ppc includes both a desktop IDE and a mobile device IDE, allowing you to write your code directly on the mobile device.

Learn About Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Certification Magazine May-14-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Cisco’s exam 640-802:

Sony Ericsson and T-Mobile Drive 'Fast & Furious' Into Spring With Zeemote Phone.
May-14-2009 Sony Ericsson announced a partnership with Zeemote, the recognized leader in wireless controller technology and products for mobile devices, to launch a console-style mobile gaming experience in the U.K. for the first time.

Novell Wins Awards for Best Security and Best Asset Management Solutions
May-14-2009 These awards represent the quality and innovation of the ZENworks family of products, which are currently deployed by more than 35,000 customers worldwide.

EMC User Conference to Focus on Maximizing Resources and Achieving New IT Delivery Models
May-13-2009 The event on May 18-21 is a comprehensive educational forum that provides attendees with unparalleled access to learn, challenge, explore and connect with experts from EMC and more than 100 partners.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor May-12-2009 Google Voice, Eco-Friendly Media Players, Cell Phone Novels

E-Mails Are Major Legal Discovery Risk
May-12-2009 Industry researcher AIIM has found that a third of organizations have no policy to deal with legal discovery, and 40 percent might need to search backup tapes to find e-mails that could be relevant to litigation.

IT Demand to Increase by 17 Percent as Budgets Remain Flat
May-12-2009 There are three key areas companies can use to close this gap: IT cost control strategies, demand management and discretionary cuts.

Non-IT Professionals Express Growing Interest in SNIA Certs
Deanna Hartley May-11-2009 It appears the recession hasn’t diminished the popularity or value of certain vendor-neutral certification

Comodo EasyVPN Helps Businesses Both Local and Global
May-11-2009 EasyVPN is a way for users and businesses to simulate local LAN connections through the Web, using a virtual private network.

CE PRO Magazine Names PPC Locking HDMI Cable Top Five Product
May-11-2009 PPC's Locking HDMI Cable provides a connection between any audio/video source over a single cable. It holds onto a port three times stronger than conventional cables.

Jobs Are Out There, But You Must Be Relentless to Get One
May-11-2009 These are the ways that people are gaining new employment despite the worst job market in 25 years, according to ClearRock, an outplacement and coaching firm.

Associations Join Forces to Advance IT Outsourcing
May-11-2009 With combined memberships of more than 100,000, the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals and the British Computer Society will work together to promote professionalism and careers in IT outsourcing.

Debunking the High-Tech Energy Paradox
May-11-2009 A new study shows Americans won't have to give up high-tech lifestyles in an energy-starved future.

Exploring Cisco Router Boot Processes
Avner Izhar May-08-2009 How do you recover from a ROMmon>prompt that comes up after a Cisco router stops responding?

Nokia to Release Ideas and Innovations to Finnish ICT Companies
May-08-2009 Nokia plans to recycle its unused ideas and innovations with selected Finnish information and communication technology (ICT) companies for further development and exploitation.

Virginia Incident Illustrates Need for Better Data Protection
May-08-2009 "These threats are not new," said Fred H. Cate, director of the Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research.

Learn About Windows Forms Application Development
Certification Magazine May-07-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on the C# version of Microsoft’s exam 70-505:

Be a Top Performer, Even Under Pressure
Dave Willmer May-07-2009 It’s easy to feel overwhelmed today, but the following tips can help you stand out as a top performer.

Spend It Like Beckham
Carmi Levy May-06-2009 Tempting as it may be to ride out the storm, technology decision makers risk dooming their companies.

IT Training and the Economic Stimulus
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman May-06-2009 The federal government has allocated more money for training -- but not necessarily IT training.

Paltalk Enhances Platform to Simplify Experience of the Video Chat Community
May-06-2009 Paltalk v9.7 adds additional features to the existing technology, making it simpler for new users to quickly gain an understanding of the full Paltalk experience.

Employees Don’t Follow Data Storage Policies
Deanna Hartley May-05-2009 Research shows a majority of employees resort to measures that aren't in compliance with company guidelines.

Help Desk: A Service-Oriented Career Track
Deanna Hartley May-05-2009 Professionals in this field must first hone their people skills and then their technical skills.

Revising Your Job-Search Strategy
May-05-2009 Competition for available jobs remains intense, and job-seekers are looking for different strategies or tactics that can lead to an inquiry, interview or offer.

Obama's Support for Digital Health Records May Increase Identity Theft
May-05-2009 Todd Feinman, a published security expert, cautioned that electronic medical records add higher risk of identity theft unless they are carefully protected.

Education Partnership Leads to Jobs
May-05-2009 Due to high demand and great results, Ricoh Americas Corp. doubled its previous donation of 100 revolving IT skills e-learning seats to the CompTIA Educational Foundation's Creating Futures program.

Nexsan Rewards Energy Savings With 'Get Your Green On' Promotion
May-05-2009 Nexsan's AutoMAID energy saving technology transparently places disk drives into the most energy efficient state without affecting performance.

CIOs Forecast IT Investment Trends for Upcoming Year
Deanna Hartley May-04-2009 Seven out of 10 CIOs expect their companies to invest in various IT initiatives.

Social Media Not Always Secure
Carmi Levy May-04-2009 Social media comes with a cost -- one that can quickly and permanently threaten the security of your brand.

Open Source Methodology Paves Way for Systematic Approach to ECM Implementations
May-04-2009 AIIM announced it is using the MIKE2.0 open source implementation methodology as the core organizing principle for its new and improved ECM training program.

WhiteHat Security Unveils Integration Capabilities for Web Site Risk Management
May-04-2009 For the first time, Web site security can be integrated into an organization's operations, delivering new levels of visibility and control to security professionals.

New Site Helps Unemployed Find Temp Work
Blake J. Harris May-03-2009 Unemployed and increasingly desperate Americans are turning to quirky or unorthodox ways to make ends meet.

The Challenges of Being a Technology Leader
Erica S. Brath May-01-2009 Today, CIOs/CTOs must devise ways to cut costs while maximizing efficiency and furthering business goals.

"Do More With Less" Takes on New Meaning in IT
Elizabeth Lisican May-01-2009 In this economic environment, IT managers must focus on what's important to the business.

Learn About CompTIA's Exam 220-602: IT Technician
Certification Magazine April-30-2009

Beyond Security: Only True Techies Need Apply
Agatha Gilmore April-30-2009 At this global security solutions firm, it's not what you know; it's who you are that counts.

Developing High-Demand Skills: Virtualization
Shawn Conaway April-30-2009 "Virtualization" is one of those trendy terms these days, much like "green IT" or "cloud computing."

Google 'Summer of Code' Projects Give Students Software Development Experience
April-30-2009 Students will work on projects that include synchronizing openSUSE with mobile devices, developing a database designer add-in for MonoDevelop and improving OpenOffice Writer's document comparison functionality.

Comodo Offers Internet Retailers $100 Discount
April-30-2009 Comodo provides online security, trust and compliance solutions to e-merchants including SSL certificates, PCI Compliance and Social Authentication.

CompTIA Targets D.C. Military Vets for Free Computer Training
April-30-2009 As part of its community outreach efforts, the D.C. Support Group will participate at the 2009 Department of Defense Joint Service Open House for Armed Forces Day, May 15-17 at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.

We're Certifiable! Creating a Certification Program
Dave Lounsbury April-29-2009 Certification programs are created at a strategic time in an organization's life cycle.

Veritude's Free Advice Fairs Offer Expert Information to IT Job Seekers
April-29-2009 "Maximizing the Value of Your Recruiter Relationship" will be held on May 6 at 3 p.m. ET.

Executive Panel on Managed Services Profitability Added to CompTIA Event
April-29-2009 Breakaway is scheduled for Aug. 3-6 at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The executive panel "Stay Profitable in Tough Times - Move to a Managed Services Model!" is scheduled for Aug. 5.

One-Quarter of Companies Are Increasing IT Investments
April-29-2009 Many organizations are trying to avoid making widespread cuts in IT because of growing awareness that IT, when implemented strategically, has the potential to deliver tremendous business value.

Pink Elephant Expands ITIL Foundations Certification Options
April-29-2009 Pink Elephant announced the introduction of two online ITIL V3 Foundations courses and additional enhancements to its traditional classroom courses.

Phishing in a Recession
Deanna Hartley April-28-2009 Downsizing IT departments compromises security at a time when the threat of fraudulent activity is high.

Florida High School Creates Nationwide Model for Tech Success
April-28-2009 With as many as 14 tech certifications each, 26 graduating seniors are ready to embark on full-time IT careers or use their credentials for extra college credits as they pursue more advanced degrees.

New Online Institution Revolutionizes Higher Education With Tuition-Free Model
April-28-2009 As a nonprofit venture, the University of the People promises to revolutionize higher education by providing universal access to college studies, even in the poorest parts of the world.

Awareness Training Addresses End-User Security Threats
Meagan Polakowski April-27-2009 To address emerging threats and create best practices, Symantec updated its Security Awareness Program.

(ISC)2 Honors Top Security Professionals at RSA
April-27-2009 The company gave out the honors at the RSA Conference in San Francisco.

Comodo CEO: PC Diversity Is Good, Needn't Cost More
April-27-2009 "Some of my best friends use Macs," said Melih Abdulhayoglu. "Diversity is good. We can all get along, and accommodating both doesn't have to cost more."

GigaTribe Expands Social Networking With Inviter Tool
April-27-2009 The new tool automatically searches your social networking friends and invites them to privately view your selected video, photo, music and other files within the GigaTribe private peer-to-peer (P2P) software community.

The Perfect Hand: Can You Be Too Qualified?
Agatha Gilmore April-24-2009 As senior-level opportunities dwindle, can being overqualified hurt your chances of landing the job?

Fobingo.com's Interactive Resumes Give Job-Seekers Competitive Edge
April-24-2009 On Fobingo, instead of submitting the traditional paper resume, applicants can provide a link to a slick resume, which showcases signature characteristics, qualifications and employment history in one presentation.

Teleconference to Reveal Secrets of Using LinkedIn in Job Search
April-24-2009 If you�re stumped over how to use LinkedIn to boost your networking and help you land your next position, you�re not alone.

Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance
Certification Magazine April-23-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Microsoft’s exam 70-432: TS:

Preparing the Next Generation of IT Pros
Daniel Margolis April-23-2009 For some time now, the number of American students entering computer science has been in decline.

3,000 Professionals Earn ISACA's CGEIT Certification
April-23-2009 Established in late 2007, ISACA's Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) credential has already been earned by 3,000 professionals.

Outsourcers Rethink Horizontal Functional Strategies in Light of Global Recession
April-23-2009 The economic crisis is forcing outsourced contact-center providers to revisit tried and trusted methods of providing their services to clients.

IU's SLIS Ranked Seventh in Nation by 'U.S. News'
April-23-2009 Indiana University's School of Library and Information Science has been ranked among the best in the nation in the latest edition of U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Graduate Schools."

New Information Storage and Management book from EMC Corporation
EMC April-22-2009 Written by subject matter experts from EMC - the leader in information infrastructure- this book is designed

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor April-22-2009 Quadrophenia, recession-worthy gadgets and Drop.io file sharing

SkyCross Provides Design Freedom for OEMs to Develop Affordable Smart Phones
April-22-2009 SkyCross iMAT antennas reduce the cost of ownership for a smart phone while offering high performance so device manufacturers can achieve growth.

Job Seekers Rely on Internet Too Much
April-22-2009 Networking gurus Anne Baber and Lynne Waymon warn: "Job hunters are spending way too much time on the Internet and not enough time making the face-to-face contacts that will lead them to their next job."

New Citrix Certified Advanced Administrator Certification Now Available
April-22-2009 The credential builds on the foundational Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) for XenApp 5 certification by focusing on additional product functionality and advanced skills.

Novell Sentinel Now Certified to Interoperate with SAP NetWeaver
April-22-2009 The integration significantly reduces risk and cuts the costs of managing security.

Security Professionals Say Budget and Personnel Cuts Leveling Off
April-22-2009 To assist information security professionals seeking positions, (ISC)2, in collaboration with RSA Conference 2009, is sponsoring a Career Management Clinic on April 23.

Fidelis XPS Connect Extends Content Awareness to the Entire Enterprise
April-22-2009 Fidelis Security Systems, a provider of next-generation data leakage prevention (DLP) solutions, announced the extension of its award-winning Fidelis Extrusion Prevention System product line.

Green Calculator Measures IT Carbon Footprint Reductions
April-22-2009 Logicalis is helping clients go green by making it easy to calculate and reduce their carbon footprints through server and storage consolidation and virtualization.

On-the-Go Internet Access via BlackJack II
Avner Izhar April-21-2009 A reader asks: How can I tie my laptop to my phone for on-the-road Internet access?

Study Finds Plans for IT Security Spend in U.S. and Abroad
April-21-2009 CompTIA will provide more information on IT security issues during the RSA Conference April 20-24.

Company Insiders Contribute to Lapses in IT Security
Deanna Hartley April-20-2009 According to new research, the biggest IT security issues could stem from within the company itself.

World Application Security Products Markets Demonstrate Tremendous Growth Potential
April-20-2009 Network security is steadily gaining prominence as Web applications are emerging as vital components for business-to-customer organizations.

(ISC)2 Marks 20th Anniversary With Children's Online Safety Initiative
April-20-2009 (ISC)2 is honoring its 20th anniversary with the U.S. launch of (ISC)2 Safe & Secure Online, a program that invites information security experts to educate children on how to protect themselves online.

Get Familiar With CompTIA Exam 220-601: A+ Essentials
Certification Magazine April-16-2009

Is Your Digital Footprint Clean?
Dave Willmer April-16-2009 Keep in mind that hiring managers may be using the Web to gather information about you.

Tsarfin Computing Announces Availability of NetGong Version 6.8
April-16-2009 NetGong is a sophisticated network monitoring tool that allows network administrators, webmasters and Internet service providers to monitor any networked device.

Asigra Introduces New Cloud Backup and Recovery Hybrid Partner Program
April-16-2009 Delivery selection includes reselling on-premise software; delivering Asigra-powered backup and recovery services; hosting Asigra-powered backup and recovery vaults; and offering Disaster Recovery (DR) services.

New Novell Client for Windows Released
April-16-2009 This major revision, which allows a Windows Vista workstation to log in to Open Enterprise Server or NetWare, includes performance enhancements and adds support for Windows Server 2008.

Robotics Competition Inspires Girls' Interest in Science and Technology
April-16-2009 The robotics contest teaches young people to address engineering and design problems in a creative and collaborative way.

Resurrection Health Uses IT to Address Critical Care Crisis
April-16-2009 Data from more than 12,000 patients, presented last week at the Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Conference, shows substantial reductions in complications, mortality and length of stay.

ATTO and Hitachi Demonstrate 6Gb/s SAS Interoperability for High-Performance Storage
April-16-2009 The combination of ATTO ExpressSAS host bus adapters with Hitachi Ultrastar C10K300 hard drives deliver fast 6Gb/s data transfers for high I/O enterprise environments.

IP Contact Centers: Customer Retention Has Become the Key Benefit
April-15-2009 IP contact-center vendors have begun to offer unified product lines, aiming for common administration and reporting, common user interfaces and functionality far beyond basic routing.

IT Needs an Independent Third Party
April-15-2009 One thing to be mindful of when looking at independent providers is to make sure they have no allegiance to any of the OEMs through being a reseller or exclusive service provider.

CloudBlue's IT Asset Disposition Services Protect Environment, Generate Income
April-15-2009 According to National Geographic, 50 million tons of e-waste is generated worldwide, with more than 85 percent going into landfills.

Comodo is 2009 Hot Companies Winner
April-15-2009 The Hot Companies analysis encompasses companies in all areas of information technologies including security, wireless, storage, networking, software and communications.

Heads in the Clouds
Carmi Levy April-14-2009 The shift away from installing applications locally is well under way.

Storage Networking 101
Shawn Conaway April-14-2009 Storage networking is in demand. Here's what you need to know to develop marketable skills in this field.

CollegeRecruiter.com Helps Grads Go Mobile With Job Search
April-14-2009 Candidates understand that a delay of a day or two or even hours can make the difference between landing that all important first interview or being put into the black hole of an applicant tracking system.

Managed IT Services Deliver Benefits in an Era of 'Doing More With Less'
April-14-2009 Organizations are realizing the advantages of leveraging the investments of managed IT services providers rather than building and managing their own IT infrastructures.

Global Knowledge Adds 'Introduction to Information Technology' Course
April-14-2009 Introduction to Information Technology is a four-day introductory IT training course in which students learn the basics of computers, operating systems and communication.

Lowering IT Costs Will Help the Entire U.S. Healthcare System
April-14-2009 First, it will more than likely facilitate the adoption of IT systems by health care providers, and second, it will help cash-strapped hospitals lower their operating costs.

Saving in the Server Room
Meagan Polakowski April-13-2009 Once in a blue moon, IT professionals will find they have to set up a server room from scratch.

Financial Sector Embraces Risk Reduction Through Training and Certification
April-13-2009 The FS-ISAC has negotiated special member-only pricing for training and certification services offered by (ISC)2, IEEE's Computer Society, the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) and SCIPP International.

Sixteen Companies Earn CompTIA Security Trustmark
April-13-2009 The CompTIA Security Trustmark validates that the companies use the security processes identified by the IT industry as generally accepted best practices.

New Software Provides Single Platform for MDM and Data-Quality Initiatives
April-13-2009 The new TDQ-IT integrates into Microsoft's SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS 2005/2008) to deliver the full spectrum of data-quality processes.

SofTulz.Net Announces Purgos Version 3.0
April-10-2009 SofTulz.Net announces Purgos Version 3.0. open source computer management for the enterprise.

New Guide Helps Service Managers Integrate COBIT and ITIL
April-10-2009 The guide helps service managers better understand the need for IT governance and how to apply good practices in their specific roles and responsibilities.

Novell Unveils Service-Driven Data-Center Vision
April-10-2009 The Service-Driven Data Center provides solutions to build, manage and measure the next-generation data center so IT executives can deliver business services through an automated and cost-effective infrastructure.

Upsite Technologies Presents Remarkable Cost-Savings Figures at IT Symposium
April-10-2009 On April 13, Upsite engineer Lars Strong will explain the economic model and energy savings gained by installing HotLok Blanking Panels.

Cybersecurity Expert: Power Breach Troubling, Not Unexpected
April-10-2009 Fred H. Cate, director of the Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research, said foreign entities have been attempting to tap into such networks for years, and succeeded on multiple occasions.

Learn About Exchange Server 2007
Certification Magazine April-09-2009 These practice test questions from MeasureUp are based on Microsoft’s exam 70-236: TS:

Video-Game Programmer: Making a Passion Profitable
Daniel Margolis April-09-2009 These IT professionals need to demonstrate both a love of the game and strong technical knowledge.

Comodo CEO Calls for Strengthening Cybergrid Security
April-09-2009 "Do we really want to build this smart grid for it only to be used against us?" asked Melih Abdulhayoglu.

Global Knowledge Offers Two New Cisco Unity Connection Courses
April-09-2009 In IUC, students will examine the Cisco Unity Connection architecture, components, functionality and features.In the AUC, students will learn to administer and manage Cisco Unity Connection.

IU Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research Expands Leadership
April-09-2009 Center Director Fred Cate said the leadership changes and an expansion of the center's activities result from a $15 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.

More Than 200 Digital Books Now Available for German-Speaking Professionals
April-09-2009 The German Basic Tech Library will grow by several hundred additional titles by the end of 2009.

The Cultural Effects of Video Gaming
Deanna Hartley April-08-2009 Video games aren't just for kids and techies anymore. Today, they can be leveraged in multiple industries.

Linux Foundation to Make the openSUSE Build Service Available Through Developer Network
April-08-2009 Additionally, the openSUSE Project announced a new release of the openSUSE Build Service with support for compiling for the ARM platform.

Trinity Technologies, Informative Graphics Join Forces
April-08-2009 Informative Graphics Corporation (IGC), a provider of viewing, collaboration and redaction technology, announced an integration partnership with Trinity Technologies.

Webinar: New Rules for Protecting Information From Identity Theft
April-08-2009 The new FACTA Red Flag Regulations set for May 1 will require financial institutions and creditors to identify, prevent and effectively respond to activities associated with identity theft.

Survey Finds Unauthorized Software a Key Concern for Organizations
April-08-2009 According to the survey of more than 250 IT managers, 77 percent of the respondents have software usage policies in place.

Internships and Entry-Level Jobs Increase in April
April-08-2009 "Historically, increased entry-level hiring is one of the earliest signs that an economy in recession is recovering," said CollegeRecruiter.com founder Steven Rothberg.

West Monroe Partners: Looking for Versatility
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman April-07-2009 At this consultancy, you need to be an IT guru, a quick learner, a great communicator and a team player.

Using the iPhone to Find a Job
April-07-2009 The iPhone and iPod Touch can deliver an edge through a savvy combination of apps designed to find open jobs, prepare candidates for interviews and apply for positions in real time.

More People Pursue Freelance and Contract Work
April-07-2009 With both the unemployment rate and the number of unemployed continuing to increase, more people are turning to contract work, freelancing and consulting, at least until they can find a more permanent position.

Initiative Builds Workers' Skills, Helps With Job Placement
Meagan Polakowski April-06-2009 Certiport has teamed up with Kelly Services to help candidates improve their skills and get placed in jobs.

ATTO Technology Introduces 6 Gigabit SAS RAID Storage Controller
April-06-2009 ATTO Technology Inc., a provider of storage connectivity and infrastructure solutions for data-intensive computing environments, announced a new addition to its FastStream storage controller line.

iFolder Project Releases Latest Source Code and Packages for Linux, Mac OS X and Windows
April-03-2009 The iFolder project announced its first open source release since 2007.

EmploymentTalk Version 4 Designed for Newly Unemployed Job Seekers
April-03-2009 EmploymentTalk Version 4 features a self-driven activity dashboard and is designed to help the rising number of individuals seeking re-employment services in the wake of mass layoffs.

MTBC's Free Electronic Medical Records System Will Qualify Physicians for Government Bonuses
April-03-2009 Physician conversion to electronic medical records (EMR) software has spiked due to the federal government's initiatives.

Research In Motion Reports Growth in Fourth Quarter
April-03-2009 Revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2009 was $3.46 billion, up 24.5 percent from $2.78 billion in the previous quarter and up 84 percent from $1.88 billion in the same quarter of last year.

Mayo Clinic and IBM Host Medical Language Initiative
April-03-2009 A new Web site will allow the approximately 2,000 researchers and developers working on clinical language systems worldwide to contribute code and further develop the systems.

Avnet Tech Games: $50K in Scholarships to Be Awarded
April-03-2009 The event, which takes place April 4 at UAT's campus in Tempe, offers students the opportunity to apply what they learn in school to real-world technology scenarios.

MIT Enterprise Forum: 'Sunny Days Ahead for the Cloud Environment'
April-03-2009 On April 15, Amazon Web Services' Adam Selipsky will discuss how businesses can take advantage of cloud computing services.

FishNet Security's Training Program Offers New Virtual Training Option
April-03-2009 The new training is a way for employees to receive SecureSkills instruction from their home or office, as well as the opportunity to access on-demand training when and where it is needed.

Learn About Optimizing Converged Cisco Networks
Certification Magazine April-02-2009

CompTIA Calls for Speakers for Breakaway 2009
April-02-2009 Set for Aug. 3-6 in Las Vegas, Breakaway attracts senior executives from companies at the forefront of technology innovation and the business and channel partners they rely on.

New Cisco Security Training Boot Camp from Global Knowledge
April-02-2009 The five-day course provides students the training needed to manage a comprehensive security management solution that encompasses security provisioning, event monitoring and threat detection and mitigation.

Serious Social Networking
Deanna Hartley April-01-2009 The function of the social network has transcended its original intent and can have real-world impact.

Learning@Cisco Introduces Serious Games, Self-Assessments and More
April-01-2009 To meet the learning needs of tomorrow's networking professionals, Learning@Cisco is launching a range of innovative technical education products and assessments.

Wage Your Job Search Like a Political Campaign
April-01-2009 Chris Jones, president of a political and public affairs staffing agency in Washington, recommends that job seekers model their job searches on the successful techniques of a campaign for political office.

New Wind Notebook Includes 3G, TV Tuner and Intel Atom Processor
April-01-2009 The Wind U123 includes EasyFace identification software to protect confidential data and, for the first time, comes in blue and red.

Wurldtech and Shell Cooperate
April-01-2009 Wurldtech Security Technologies and Shell announced that the two organizations have entered into a broad cooperation focused on improving the security and reliability of Shell's global operations.

Interop Technologies Sets Record
April-01-2009 Interop Technologies, a provider of core wireless solutions for messaging, device management and gateway connectivity, announced that it has achieved 53,000 message delivery attempts (MDAs) per second on its SMSC 4 Series solution.

IU, Persistent Systems Create R&D Center
April-01-2009 The Persistent Indiana Research Center will further the development of informatics, specifically life sciences product life-cycle services, medical research, chemistry, bioinformatics and computer science.

Transitioning Into Microsoft 2007 With Certiport
Julie Allen March-31-2009 Many organizations don’t validate Microsoft Office skills, yet certification maximizes business results.

Global Knowledge Employee Awarded Educator of the Year Award
March-31-2009 Global Knowledge announced that Luke Andersen, director of federal programs and solutions, received the prestigious award from the Federal Information Systems Security Educators' Association.

Fidelis Addresses Next-Generation Threats on Social Networks
March-31-2009 This enables the use of social networking for business purposes while preventing leaks of digital assets, intellectual property and identity information.

CompTIA Educational Foundation Completes IT Training Program in Poland
March-31-2009 Through a grant from Microsoft Unlimited Potential and the McMahan Center, the CompTIA Educational Foundation furthered honed its global training program to bring IT education and certification to the disadvantaged in Europe.

Consumer Technology Points the Way for 'Intuitive' Business Software
March-31-2009 The ease to use so carefully developed by consumer technology companies should point the way for business software developers, argues new research from Global Graphics.

K7 Computing Release Free Tool for Downadup Worm
March-31-2009 This worm exploits Microsoft OS Vulnerability (MS08-67) and has already infected more than 200 million PCs across the globe.

Cybercriminals Take Aim at Small Businesses
Deanna Hartley March-30-2009 Economic factors likely are contributing to the growing number of cyberattacks at smaller companies.

Mono Project Announces MonoDevelop 2.0, Mono 2.4
March-30-2009 The Mono project, an open source initiative sponsored by Novell, announced the availability of MonoDevelop 2.0, an open source integrated development environment for programming with C# and other languages.

TweetMyJOBS.com Connects Employers and Job Seekers on Twitter
March-30-2009 The social networking site Twitter is based on the question, "What are you doing right now?" If the answer is looking for a job or seeking to fill an open position, a new start-up has built an application that might be for you.

Novell Management to Host Investor Luncheon
March-30-2009 Ron Hovsepian, chief executive officer, and Dana Russell, chief financial officer, will be presenting to investors in New York on April 1.

Axios Systems Becomes itSMF Canada's First Silver Sponsor in 2009
March-30-2009 Axios Systems, a provider of IT service management solutions, announced that it has become the first Silver-level sponsor of itSMF Canada in 2009.

Hitachi GST Confirms Expansion Into External Storage Business
Deanna Hartley March-27-2009 Hitachi Global Storage Technologies recently expanded its business by acquiring Fabrik Inc.

Comodo: LivePCSupport Moves PC Users Into Fast Lane
March-27-2009 Comodo Security Solutions' new LivePCSupport service aims to put computer users in touch with experts, who can remotely fix problems over the Internet.

Novell Ships SUSE Linux Enterprise 11
March-27-2009 Novell announced the availability of SUSE Linux Enterprise 11.

Contact-Center Acquisition Suggests Outsourcing Can Thrive During Recession
March-27-2009 The recent announcement of Teleperformance's purchase of a Dell in-house contact center confirms that many firms will look to work with outsourcers to manage costs and increase customer satisfaction in the recession.

Cisco: Implementing Secure Converged Wide Area Networks
Certification Magazine March-26-2009

Hiring Expectations Slow, But There’s Hope on the Horizon
Elizabeth Lisican March-26-2009 IT professionals who expected strong hiring in the first half of 2009 might need a little comforting.

New Technology Blends Online Social Networks and TV
March-26-2009 Through BLOBwise, a social TV recommendation system, users expand their range of content options and can experience social interactivity on TV.

Global Knowledge Offers New Cisco UC Manager v7.0 Course
March-26-2009 The Cisco Unified Communications Manager course features a sophisticated preconfigured lab environment in which students focus on core administrative skills.

More Than 10K Wounded Warriors Apply for Free IT Training
March-26-2009 CompTIA's Education Foundation is actively seeking more individual and corporate donations to further expand Creating Futures and is working with IT companies to employ the veterans that pass certification.

Getting Credit for Life
Jean Pierron Steinke March-25-2009 Since even education isn't “recession proof," some students are turning to prior learning assessment.

Wireless Security Must Not Be an Oxymoron
Carmi Levy March-25-2009 When you go wireless, are you doing everything you possibly can to keep your confidential data safe?

Survey: Most Online Shoppers Value Green-Powered Web Sites
March-25-2009 Web hosting company 1&1 Internet Inc. released research conducted in association with Wired Magazine that identifies a "green expectation" from consumers: Virtual shops should now run more green operations.

May Event Will Teach Human Hacking to Corporations
March-25-2009 The biannual security event introduces the Social Engineering Master Class, developed and taught by world-renowned social engineers Chris Nickerson of TruTV's Tiger Team and noted expert and international speaker Mike Murray.

Global Knowledge Offers New Training Course
March-25-2009 Global Knowledge, a provider of IT and business training, announced the availability of Installing and Configuring Systems Center Operations Manager 2007, a five-day Microsoft Systems Center Operations Manager 2007 training course.

Conference Offers Best Practice Strategies for Responding to Economic Crisis
March-25-2009 How are the world�s most successful companies reducing cost, managing working capital and creating competitive advantage during these challenging recessionary times?

Applying in Today’s Digital World
Agatha Gilmore March-24-2009 Students today have a variety of tools at their disposal to ease the application process.

Weathering the Storm With Clean Tech
Meagan Polakowski March-23-2009 While the economy may stunt near-term growth, the long-term outlook for this area is very positive.

Louisville-Jefferson Metro Rolls Out Axios IT Service Management Solution
March-23-2009 Axios Systems announced that Louisville-Jefferson Metro has rolled out Axios Systems' IT infrastructure library (ITIL)-based solution, assyst.

Indiana University President Elected to Internet2 Board
March-23-2009 Indiana University president, Michael A. McRobbie, has been elected to the Board of Trustees of Internet2, a networking consortium.

Echelon Enters Partnering Agreement With Live Software Solutions
March-23-2009 Organization development consultancy, Echelon, has agreed to a partnering arrangement with software developer, Live Software Solutions (LSS).

What Separates the Good From the Great?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman March-20-2009 The difference between a good and great trainer may seem small, but it may get you the job in a recession.

Survey Shows Boss' Assistant Can Influence Hiring Decision
March-20-2009 Hiring managers aren't the only ones applicants need to impress when they arrive for a job interview.

Global Security Associates Announces Expansion, Formation of Global Elite Group
March-20-2009 Effective immediately, Global Security Associates LLC will be known as Global Elite Group Inc.

Onset Announces Wind Sensor Adapters
March-20-2009 Onset Computer Corporation, a supplier of data loggers, announced a line of new wind sensor adapters for connecting the company's weather stations to RM Young Inc.'s wind speed and direction sensors.

Learn About CompTIA Network+ 2009 exam
Certification Magazine March-19-2009

Now What?
Dave Willmer March-19-2009 With the forecast cloudy, the best thing you can do is make sure you're prepared for continued uncertainty.

In a Weak Market, Laid-Off Middle Managers With Strongest Skills Will Be Most Successful
March-19-2009 Middle managers have been among employees most deeply affected by recent layoffs, and they face difficult competition in becoming re-employed.

The Training Associates Named Top Learning Provider for Third Year
March-19-2009 The IT trainer solutions and consulting provider was selected for the prestigious Baker's Dozen in Learning list, an annual award that recognizes the top learning solutions providers.

Managing Security Features on Windows Vista
Avner Izhar March-18-2009 Troubleshooting permission privileges on Windows Vista Business.

Red Hat Marks 10 Years of Red Hat Certified Engineers
March-18-2009 Red Hat Inc., a provider of open source solutions, marked a decade since the introduction of its Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification.

The Best and Worst States to Find an Internship or Entry-Level Job
March-18-2009 In response to recent reports that job seekers are struggling to find jobs, CollegeRecruiter.com compiled lists of the five best and worst states for finding internships and entry level jobs.

Credant Warns U.K. Mobile Phone Users of ID Theft
March-18-2009 According to the findings of a survey by endpoint data protection security providers, Credant Technologies, 80 percent of phone users store information on their phones that could easily be used to steal their identities.

IT Solutions Developer to Expand its Carmel, Ind., Operations
March-18-2009 Information Systems Experts (ISE), a software developer and information technology consulting firm, announced it will expand its operations in Carmel, Ind., creating up to 10 new positions.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor March-17-2009 Managing Online Life, Green Computing, Gadgets on the Go

Nokia Streamlines Operations, Cuts 1,700 Jobs Globally
March-17-2009 The measures are part of Nokia's previously announced plans to adjust business operations and cost base in accordance with market demand and safeguard future competitiveness.

Job Applicants, Hiring Companies Need to Focus More on How They 'Fit'
March-17-2009 Many job seekers may be unknowingly excluding themselves in the tight competition for available jobs by failing to show what they can bring immediately to a position, as well as setting themselves up for a potential "culture shock."

Wurldtech, Exida Announce Global Partnership to Expand Cybersecurity Certification
March-17-2009 Wurldtech Security Technologies and exida, announced that the two companies have entered into a strategic partnership.

TwitterJobSearch Creates Real-Time, Global Job Postings
March-17-2009 Using relevancy algorithms developed by Workhound, TwitterJobSearch.com will build out into further social media channels and topics, providing semantic intelligence capabilities for social media platforms, business and consumers.

Paltalk Series Addresses the Next-Generation Internet
March-17-2009 Melih Abdulhayoglu, CEO and chief security architect at Comodo, will offer expert opinion on the evolution of next-generation Internet and the critical role of the "human factor."

Doing More With Less is Top Priority for IT Managers, Reveals Axios
March-17-2009 Optimizing service quality and improving processes is a top priority for 61 percent of IT managers in 2009, according to a survey by Axios Systems.

Program Helps Underrepresented Candidates Build IT Careers
Deanna Hartley March-16-2009 CompTIA's Creating Futures program offers free training in both certification and non-certification courses.

Nominations Now Open for CompTIA SoftwareCEO Innovation Awards
March-16-2009 Software companies, software service providers and companies serving the software industry are eligible for the awards.

AIIM Introduces New and Improved ECM Certificate Program
March-16-2009 AIIM announced the introduction of a new and improved AIIM Enterprise Content Management Certificate Program. This program incorporates new and emerging best practices and technologies for managing information assets.

IT Organizations Turn to Linux in Economic Downturn
March-16-2009 As more and more businesses seek to cut costs and find value, they are drawn to the tremendous economies that Linux offers, with more than half of the IT executives surveyed planning to accelerate Linux adoption in 2009.

Heidrick & Struggles Helps Identify Young Global Leaders for World Economic Forum
March-16-2009 This year, 45 of the Young Global Leaders are from North America, including Facebook Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Digg Founder Kevin Rose, Boris Nikolic of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and golfer Tiger Woods.

Logica Announces Winner in Search for Most Innovative U.K. SMEs
March-16-2009 The award commends small and medium-sized enterprises for outstanding innovative IT solutions that deliver actual business benefits to organizations. The program attracted more than 40 applicants across the U.K.

Comodo Endpoint Security Manager Protects Enterprise Data With DDP
March-13-2009 Rather than permit executable computer files to install themselves unless they appear on a blacklist, Comodo's Endpoint Security Manager protects enterprise data on a new model: default-deny protection (DDP).

StrataScale Launches Channel Partner Program
March-13-2009 StrataScale Inc., a provider of automated managed server hosting solutions, announced its StrataScale Channel Partner Program for resellers of its IronScale on-demand managed hosting solution.

Deploying Messaging Solutions With Microsoft Exchange Server 2007
Certification Magazine March-12-2009 The following are questions from MeasureUp's Practice Test for the Microsoft exam 70-238: Deploying Mess

Facebook, Blogs and Twitter: Social Media Wins the Race
Carmi Levy March-12-2009 Whatever sector you’re in, should you be green-lighting blogging, podcasting and Facebook applications?

Asigra Televaulting 8.0 Certified for Use With Parallels Server for Mac
March-12-2009 Asigra Inc., a provider of agentless backup and recovery, announced that Asigra Televaulting 8.0 is certified for use with Parallels Server for Mac.

Guide Provides Standards for IT Governance
March-12-2009 This book provides practical guidance for board executives and IT professionals on how to gain maximum corporate and commercial advantage from deploying best practice governance measures.

Financial Crisis to Remove $40B From Global Retail Banking Tech Market
March-12-2009 A report says the decline will be concentrated in European and North American markets, led by the U.K., where banking technology spend will have the greatest fall, declining almost 7 percent.

Online Software Clinics Prepare Workers for High-Tech Jobs in a Rough Economy
March-12-2009 Webteacher Clinics teach Web programming skills that are in high demand in today's tumultuous economy.

Comodo Locks Down Sensitive Information on Laptops, Desktops
March-12-2009 Comodo Security Solutions Inc.'s Disk Encryption offers protection for businesses who want to protect their information from falling into the wrong hands.

Information Architect: Focusing on the Big Picture
Deanna Hartley March-11-2009 Information architects are responsible for managing projects on a macro level while problem solving.

Novell Integrates Business Service Management Into Data-Center Portfolio
March-11-2009 Novell announced a comprehensive suite of business service management solution offerings that address strategic customer needs to reduce cost, manage complexity and mitigate risks within today�s complex IT enterprise.

Pink Elephant Announces ITIL Award Winners
March-11-2009 The awards honor the best in five categories: ITIL Project of the Year; ITIL Practitioner of the Year; ITIL Case Study of the Year; Pink Elephant Student of the Year; and Innovation of the Year.

Gigatribe Wins Trender Award For Free File-Sharing Community
March-11-2009 GigaTribe won for its community-based file-sharing software that lets users easily share unlimited amounts of photos, videos, music and other files with their �tribe� of friends, family and co-workers.

ISACA Certifications - Invent Your Future
March-10-2009 ISACA Certifications - Invent Your Future

Join New EMC Proven Professional Online Community
March-10-2009 Join New EMC Proven Professional Online Community

Agile Software Development Accepted in Gaming Industry
Daniel Margolis March-10-2009 In the mid-’90s, software developers were beginning to tire of conventional development methods.

Narus CTO Authors Book on Design and Effective Management of IP Networks
March-10-2009 Written specifically for computer science professionals and network operators, Dr. Antonio Nucci's book bridges the gap between theory and practice to solve issues around the design, maintenance and measurement of IP networks.

Novell CEO to Keynote InfoWorld's Open Source Business Conference
March-10-2009 Novell announced that Ron Hovsepian, president and CEO, will deliver a keynote at the Open Source Business Conference (OSBC) on Tuesday, March 24, at 9 a.m. at The Palace Hotel in San Francisco.

CIO Position Examined in New Book
March-10-2009 What is the chief information officer position really all about?

Cisco to Roll Out New Wireless Certification
Deanna Hartley March-09-2009 Those eager to find jobs as wireless professionals soon will have another option to advance their careers.

Green IT Gets Easier With New Pocket Guides
March-09-2009 Greener ways of working are not just worth doing for ethical reasons alone. They also promote better operating efficiencies and help organizations comply and respond to regulatory threats.

MS Skills Week Offers IT Pros Exam Crams and Access to Specialists
March-09-2009 More than 175 partner-led events in North America will help IT professionals and developers build and validate their skills, network with industry leaders and achieve Microsoft Certified Professional status.

One-Quarter of Worldwide Population at Risk of Spear Phishing Attacks
March-09-2009 Phishing attacks that use an authoritative tone are 40 percent more successful than those that attempt to lure people through reward-giving, says a new study.

AT&T Summit to Address Platform Diversity and Tackling Fragmentation
March-09-2009 This high-level technical event is geared toward developers of software and hardware mobile solutions interested in learning more about fragmentation.

Jump-Start Your Job Security
Jessica Chipkin March-06-2009 To avoid losing their jobs, both young and old IT professionals must prove they’re indispensable.

Controversial Database Intended to Benefit Public Safety
Daniel Margolis March-06-2009 A new searchable database of citizens with gun permits set off a firestorm of debate.

IU's First Venture Spin-Outs Merge, Earn Contracts With NASA, NSF
March-06-2009 Fresh on the heels of the acquisition of WisdomTools by its IU Research Park neighbor, Information in Place, the newly reconfigured company has announced projects with NASA and the National Science Foundation.

Comodo Displays its Protection Landscape at RSA Conference 2009
March-06-2009 Comodo CA Ltd., a provider of digital security services and software, will demonstrate its Protection Landscape for enterprises at the RSA Conference 2009.

Learn About Cisco IP Telephony for Release 4.x
Certification Magazine March-05-2009 The following are questions from MeasureUp’s Practice Test for the Cisco exam 642-444: Cisco IP Teleph

Authentify: Aligning Company Needs With Employee Goals
Deanna Hartley March-05-2009 At Authentify, the focus is on engagement and professional growth.

Still Standing: Eight Strategies to Help Layoff Survivors Rebound
March-05-2009 Employees who survive corporate downsizing often must manage heavier workloads and stay motivated while worrying that their jobs could be eliminated next.

Apple Certs Help Ignite Careers
Jonathan Blake Huer March-04-2009 If you want to become a creative content developer or get enhanced media skills, Apple certs can help.

Upsite to Feature Award-Winning Engineered Sealing Solution at Data Center Conference
March-04-2009 Upsite Technologies, a developer of highly engineered airflow solutions for the data center, showcases its latest award-winning new product at AFCOM's Data Center World conference on March 8-12.

NC State Lands Grant to Boost Diversity in Science and Engineering
March-04-2009 North Carolina State University has received a two-year, $987,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to encourage underrepresented minority students to enter graduate school in engineering, science and related fields.

High-Tech Health
Deanna Hartley March-03-2009 Many of our health-related interactions soon may be moving over to the virtual world.

InfoStreet Offering Streetsmart's White Glove Service for Free
March-03-2009 Potential clients can take advantage of virus and spam protection for e-mail, e-mail archiving, calendaring, workflow, CRM, file sharing, knowledge base, mailing lists, portals, Web site publishing and more.

Internet Communities Organize to Take on Global Economic Crisis
March-03-2009 Suppose the Internet existed in 1929. How might the Great Depression have been different?

Start-Up Helps Professionals Generate Business From Social Media
March-03-2009 Published Daily is a customizable online newsletter and marketing service that helps professionals communicate relevant and timely information to their clients and prospects via e-mail and social networking platforms.

Novell to Present at Morgan Stanley 2009 Technology Conference
March-03-2009 A live webcast will be available on the company's Web site.

Demand for Health IT Pros Intensifies With Stimulus Passage
Meagan Polakowski March-02-2009 The new U.S. stimulus package will really only boost tech spending in one sector: health care.

Remote Control Solution for Network Administration
March-02-2009 IntelliAdmin has released Remote Control v. 3.1, an application that turns your Windows administrator account into a control center for every computer on your network.

New Coding Certification Training Camp Locations Added Nationwide
March-02-2009 Coding Cert announces the addition of new CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Training Camp locations.

Latest Cybercrime Signals Need for Change
Carmi Levy February-27-2009 It’s time for corporate America to get serious about protection.

Note to Trainers: Adapt to Business Needs
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-27-2009 IT trainers who evolve and adapt to this recession will emerge successful; those who don’t will flounder.

Green Storage Technologies
Deanna Hartley February-27-2009 SNIA has formed the Green Storage Initiative to increase the energy efficiency of storage technologies.

Learn About CompTIA Exam SY0-201: Security+ 2008 Edition
Certification Magazine February-26-2009 The following are questions from MeasureUp’s Practice Test to help you prepare for CompTIA Exam SY0-20

Growing Up Mac: Taking Apple to the Enterprise
Meagan Polakowski February-26-2009 As college students increasingly turn to Macs for their computing needs, more companies feel the effects.

Make More Out of Less: Accepting a Pay Cut
Elizabeth Lisican February-26-2009 While IT hiring is still strong, job seekers may be forced to work for less money than they are used to.

Developing High-Demand Skills: SAN Skills
Shawn Conaway February-26-2009 Just about everything related to virtualization is in high demand and the field is growing dramatically.

Webcast to Feature Best-Selling Author Thomas Friedman
February-26-2009 In this executive leadership event, Friedman will bring a fresh outlook to the crises of destabilizing climate change and rising competition for energy.

Managing Digital Identities Discussion March 3
February-26-2009 The anonymity of the Internet allows people to masquerade on social networking sites: The discussion will center on the implications of these ruses and potential remedies.

Nortel to Cut 3,200 More Jobs
February-26-2009 The company expects to carry out these reductions during the next several months in accordance with local country legal requirements.

Landing That Summer Job
Agatha Gilmore February-25-2009 It’s important to remember that in a recession, internships may be the saving grace for employers.

Pragmatic Works Foundation Provides Job Placement and IT Training
February-25-2009 Pragmatic Works Foundation, a newly-founded nonprofit organization, is providing free career training in the IT field for veterans and those who have lost their jobs because of economic hardship.

When You Think You've 'Tried Everything' to Find a New Job, OI Partners Offers Advice
February-25-2009 With more than 11.6 million unemployed people looking for work, many people may be feeling as if they have "tried everything" to find a job.

CompTIA Helps Veterans to Enter the IT Workforce
February-25-2009 CompTIA aims to have more than 300 veterans participate in its Creating Futures this year.

What We Like: Editor's Picks
CertMag Editor February-24-2009 iPhone Apps, Blogging and Instant Careers

ILX Group Launches Enhanced 'Train for Change' Initiative
February-24-2009 The course enables employers to provide flexible and accessible PRINCE2 and ITIL retraining opportunities to staff facing redundancy.

Investing in People Pays Off in Long Term
Deanna Hartley February-23-2009 Employers may be tempted to cut back on IT training to reduce costs, but this strategy could be detrimental.

Global Knowledge Announces Results of IT Salary Survey
February-23-2009 Global Knowledge, a provider of IT and business training, and TechRepublic, an online community for IT professionals, announced the availability of the "2009 IT Skills and Salary Report."

SPYRUS Introduces Hydra PC USB Encryption Drives With McAfee Antivirus Technology
February-23-2009 SPYRUS Inc. announced Hydra PC Virus Protected (ViP) USB encryption drives incorporating antivirus protection from McAfee Scan Engine technology.

Determining the Source of 'Self' Spam
Avner Izhar February-20-2009 My employer is getting a ton of spam seemingly delivered from work e‑mail accounts. What's causing this?

Upcoming Veritude Webcast Explores New England's 2009 IT Hiring Trends
February-20-2009 The current economic climate has changed the hiring landscape and IT has not been immune.

Service Tackles Unemployed Job Seekers' New Enemy
February-20-2009 Time spent looking for work can become the worst enemy of the unemployed. To combat its effects, a new service aims to compress job search time as much as 50 percent.

Learn About Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5
Certification Magazine February-19-2009 The following are questions from MeasureUp’s Practice Test to help you prepare for the C# version of M

1&1 Tops Yahoo
February-19-2009 1&1 is the fourth-largest U.S. Web host, based on WebHosting.Info's domain rankings.

D-Link Expands Green Technology Initiative With Power-Saving Switches
February-19-2009 D-Link is introducing the 5-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch (DGS-2205), which provides up to 73 percent reduced power consumption without sacrificing network performance.

The ABCs of School District IT
Agatha Gilmore February-18-2009 Public-school technology gurus need tech know-how, classroom understanding and business savvy to succeed.

Companies Announce World's Largest Desktop Virtualization Deployment
February-18-2009 The initiative will provide computer access to millions of children and adolescents throughout Brazil at a record low cost of less than $50 per seat.

Biopharmaceutical Career Fairs to Be Held This Month
February-18-2009 BioSpace.com will host a number of bioscience career fairs that are expected attract thousands of dynamic employers and qualified job seekers.

Guides Help Managers With Vital Component of IT Success: People Skills
February-18-2009 A new library of self-help people skills titles will help IT professionals become more effective team leaders, improve their contributions to the business and advance their careers by becoming fully rounded businesspeople.

The Perils and Promises of Mobility
Carmi Levy February-17-2009 Wireless devices and services demand more forethought than simply distributing gadgets to employees.

Fasthosts Launches Green Initiative
February-17-2009 Fasthosts Internet, a reseller Web hosting provider, announced it is participating in a green initiative, which aims to ensure all services run from a green data center.

HP Offers Free Comodo Certificates With Servers
February-17-2009 HP is providing a free Comodo multi-domain digital certificate with each new MediaSmart Server.

Bright Spots in the IT Job Market
Katherine Spencer Lee February-13-2009 Despite bad news in the labor market, there is reason for experienced IT workers to stay positive.

Accenture Survey Reveals 72 Percent of IT Executives Asked to Reduce Costs
February-13-2009 With the economic downturn well underway, it looks as though IT will once again be a prime target of cost-cutting efforts.

IRS Stimulus Package and Valentine's Day Messages Pose Threat to E-mail Users
February-13-2009 Mailprotector, issued safety recommendations to all e-mail users based on a report from the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team about two new types of e-mail messages posing a threat to e-mail users.

OnTheHub Offers Students Deals on Software, Hardware and Electronics
February-13-2009 The new site consists of one central portal of networked sites that streamlines deals provided to the end-user through the partnership of individual schools, software publishers, resellers and e-academy.

Learn About Cisco Exam 642-892: CCNP Composite
Certification Magazine February-12-2009

The State of IT Education
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-12-2009 If schools fail to give K-12 students access to technology, the U.S. may not be able meet IT demand.

Will Cyberspace Capture More Than Your Heart This Valentine's Day?
February-12-2009 Vasco Data Security urges people not to rely on static passwords alone to protect their identities when accessing matching-making sites, and to be careful about how much information they divulge about themselves.

Capital TechSearch: Looking for the Right Fit
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-11-2009 Capital TechSearch looks for IT professionals who both have the skills and match the client's environment.

Webinar Will Discuss Job Searching in Our Tough Economy
February-11-2009 Are you are in the midst of job transition, like so many of us these days, or just looking for a change? In today's volatile economy, do you need help in understanding what matters in your search and what might not?

SYWARE's Visual CE and mEnable Database Development Tools Support Microsoft Excel
February-11-2009 SYWARE Inc. announced it has extended its database development software, Visual CE and mEnable, to allow synchronization and direct access to a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet from any Windows Mobile handheld.

CompTIA Educational Foundation Announces Creating Futures Charity Golf Classic
February-11-2009 The CompTIA Educational Foundation announced its third annual Creating Futures Charity Golf Classic to be held Monday, Aug. 3, at the Rio Secco Golf Club in Las Vegas.

Tech Wages Remain Flat in Fourth Quarter
February-10-2009 After declining in the third quarter to levels not seen since 2006, technology wages remained flat in the final quarter of 2008.

IT Professionals Must Leverage Transferable Skills
February-10-2009 While many books provide IT career advice, "Debugging Your Information Technology Career" gives new meaning to the term "computer job."

New Online Conference Analyzes Cloud Computing Trends and Challenges
February-10-2009 Organized by more than 30 experts in the field, the four-day conference will highlight research, developments and accomplishments by industry leaders whose contributions are helping to shape the future of cloud computing.

Despite Recession, IT Still in Demand
Deanna Hartley February-09-2009 However, IT professionals today should take a proactive approach to safeguarding their jobs.

Site Provides Community for More Than 60K Medical Professionals
February-09-2009 DeviceSpace.com, a job board for the medical device and diagnostics markets, and MedicalDeviceLink.com have launched the Device Career Network, a niche community for the industry's business and scientific leaders.

SpotCrime.com Announces Online Crime Mapping Partnerships With Media Outlets
February-09-2009 SpotCrime.com, an online crime mapping service, announced partnerships with diverse media outlets to feature SpotCrime.com's crime mapping and alert service on their Web sites.

Live Internet Video Event Sheds Light on Current State of Online Security
February-06-2009 A live Internet video event will contain facts underlying the current deterioration of security and trust on the Internet.

Learn About Windows Server 2008, Enterprise Administrator
Certification Magazine February-05-2009 The following are questions from MeasureUp Practice Test for the Microsoft IT Professional exam 70-647: Wind

Citrix: Collaborating With Constituents for a New Cert Program
Julieann Scalisi February-05-2009 A new suite of options takes real-world trends and economic and market factors into account.

Technology in the Political Arena
Deanna Hartley February-04-2009 The new millennium appears to have ushered in a technology platform that allows candidates to get creative.

Global Knowledge Launches Unified Communications Training Courses
February-04-2009 Global Knowledge, a provider of IT and business training, announced the availability of two new Unified Communications (UC) training courses integrating Cisco and Microsoft technologies.

(ISC)2 Global Information Security Resource Guide Available Online
February-04-2009 (ISC)2 announced its "Resource Guide for Today's Information Security Professional, Global Edition" is now available online.

IT Storage Budgets Expected to Take a Hit in 2009
Deanna Hartley February-03-2009 The current economic crisis has led some of the world's largest companies to tighten their purse strings.

Are IT Trainers Becoming Extinct?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-03-2009 Are IT trainers being replaced by the evolution of their subject matter?

Job Growth Steady in Environmental Services, Health Care and Life Sciences
February-03-2009 Despite a mixed forecast, pockets of job growth continue to be reported, including in the high tech and engineering fields.

Comodo Webinar Educates Aspiring Amazons
February-03-2009 A Feb. 12 online seminar presented by Comodo will tell e-merchants how to build their customer bases by increasing customer trust.

Novell Management Solutions Sizzle at Johnsonville Sausage
February-03-2009 Wisconsin-based Johnsonville Sausage has implemented Novell solutions to achieve a single point of control for thousands of employee and partner digital identities and more than 600 desktop systems.

'Wrapped' Plane Flies Through N.J. to Promote Health Care IT Advances
February-03-2009 MTBC, a revenue cycle management and health care IT company, will fly to four Garden State airports Feb. 3 and Feb. 4 in its new company airplane to promote its medical IT platform.

Education Is the Key to Secure Software
Meagan Polakowski February-02-2009 A new certification aims to teach IT professionals how to avoid dangerous software programming errors.

Dell Offers Enterprise Linux Operating System from Novell
February-02-2009 Novell announced that Dell will preload SUSE Linux Enterprise Thin Client, onto Dell's new OptiPlex FX160 thin client device.

Student Loans: An Overview
Agatha Gilmore January-30-2009 In today's economic climate, you may be at a loss as to how to pay for your education.

Nortel Discontinues Mobile WiMAX Business
January-30-2009 The decision will allow Nortel to narrow its focus, better manage its investments and strengthen its broader carrier business to better position itself for long-term competitiveness.

Veritude: Temp-to-Perm Hiring and Demand for Specialized Skills Remain High
January-30-2009 Overall anticipated IT hiring decreased significantly between Q2 and Q4 of 2008, while finding qualified IT candidates still remains a top staffing challenge.

Workforce Management Market Grows by 7.4 Percent
January-30-2009 Growth in the workforce management (WFM) market is being fueled by customer-driven innovation and the evolution of WFM solutions to meet the changing needs of contact centers.

Learn About SY0-201 – CompTIA Security+ (2008 Objectives)
Certification Magazine January-29-2009

Retain Your Value With Recertification
Peter Manijak January-29-2009 In a tight job market, it's more important than ever for IT professionals to keep their credentials current.

Internships Offer Real-World Experience in Tough Job Market
Elizabeth Lisican January-28-2009 Students are turning to internships to gain experience before securing their first full-time jobs.

Jump Start Your Way Into Real-Time Networking
January-28-2009 Jump Start Your Way Into Real-Time Networking

ChoiceMail Desktop Version 5.104 Provides Spam Protection for SmartPhones
January-28-2009 DigiPortal Software Inc., a developer of anti-spam software, introduced enhancements to the company's ChoiceMail One anti-spam PC client-based product that includes protection for SmartPhones like the BlackBerry and iPhone.

Intrepidus Group Wins GTRA "Best Of" 2008 Tech Award
January-28-2009 Intrepidus Group announced it has been recognized with a 2008 government technology "Best Of" award from the Government Technology Research Alliance (GTRA) in the Best Boardroom Meeting category.

Sonasoft Combines Archiving and Disaster Recovery
January-28-2009 Sonasoft Corp. announces the release of disaster recovery capability for its archiving solution. SonaSafe for Email Archiving is designed to meet regulatory compliance and e-discovery needs of organizations.

Maintaining Control During Layoffs
Carmi Levy January-27-2009 Firms undergoing layoffs must actively control security both before and after employees head out the door.

Increased Spam and Phishing Attacks Top List of E-Mail Marketer Challenges
January-27-2009 "It is telling that marketers are more concerned about challenges related to spam and phishing than they are about sour macroeconomic conditions," said Peter Horan, CEO of Goodmail.

New Web Threat: Short-Lived, Stealthy Attacks
January-27-2009 Today's online threats frequently appear briefly on an otherwise legitimate site, moving on to other sites before they can be identified and blocked.

New Toolkit Assists With Statutory Contingency Planning
January-27-2009 As organizations struggle to survive, business continuity and civil contingency risks are dangers that cannot be ignored.

‘Flattened’ IT: Surviving Restructuring
Meagan Polakowski January-26-2009 IT leaders specifically face myriad challenges during an economic recession.

Maintech Receives 'Positive' Rating in Gartner's Remote Monitor Services
January-26-2009 Maintech announced it received a "Positive" rating in Gartner's "MarketScope for both remote monitor services (global) and for remote support services (global)."

Global Knowledge and Firefly Announce Worldwide Alliance
January-26-2009 Two technology companies, Global Knowledge and Firefly, are providing data center education and consulting solutions to Cisco channel partners and customers through a worldwide alliance.

IT Highly Valued, But Still Not a Major Contributor to Innovation
January-23-2009 A study revealed that 59 percent do not view IT's contribution to innovation as important or very important. But a majority recognizes IT as a major contributor in traditional strongholds: efficiency and effectiveness.

K7 Computing Neutralizes the Latest Internet Worm
January-23-2009 To counter this latest security threat, K7 Antivirus Experts have developed "K7Downadup Remover Tool," a solution that neutralizes this family of threats.

1&1 Launches Managed Online Advertising for Hosting Customers
January-23-2009 Web host 1&1 Internet Inc. launched a new service for businesses that delivers search engine advertisements, and says it offers a guaranteed performance.

Learn About Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003
Certification Magazine January-22-2009 These questions are based on 70-649: TS: Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008,

Indiana University Working to Quell 'Cybergeddon'
January-22-2009 Cyberattacks pose one of the greatest threats to the United States, lagging behind only nuclear warfare and weapons of mass destruction in terms of their potential devastation.

D-Link Green Technology Wins Mobile Innovative Award
January-22-2009 D-Link was recognized for its energy-saving features that have been added to the company's 802.11n routers.

Effecting Change Now: Stimulating Your Organization With Green Technology
January-22-2009 The functional area in which organizations can most effectively cut costs and positively impact environmental change is IT.

Comodo Partners With Host Europe
January-22-2009 The partnership will enable present and future clients of Host Europe to benefit from the security and assurance generated by Comodo digital certificates.

Nationally Ranked Home Builder Enhances Web Server Performance with SUSE Linux
January-22-2009 After Keller Homes participated on the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" show, its Web servers received an exponential increase in activity, averaging 3,000 hits per hour, with a peak of more than 6,000 hits in a single hour.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor January-21-2009 Featured this month: a runaway alarm clock, Internet music and hotel tech.

You know information security inside and out. Or do you?
January-21-2009 You know information security inside and out. Or do you?

More Wages, More Worried: Dice Survey Reveals Conflicted Job Market
January-21-2009 Dice tracked a 4.6 percent increase in average pay from the previous year to $78,035.

Novell Ships First Social Networking-Based Application for Configuration Management Databases
January-20-2009 myCMDB is the only Web-based application that taps into the power of social networking to significantly enhance enterprise configuration management database usability, accessibility and accuracy.

SonaSafe Software Offers Data Protection and E-Discovery Requirements
January-20-2009 Customers in the legal industry are getting reliable and cost-effective protection of their data and e-mails using Sonasoft software.

The Inauguration of a New Trend in Cybercrime: Identity Theft Searches Rise in Midst of Economic Downturn
January-20-2009 Data shows that search intent for sensitive information is on the rise, citing keywords related to personal banking log-ins, passwords, tax returns, credit card, account numbers, credit reports and medical information.

Miami-Dade Aviation Chooses Mimosa NearPoint Content Archiving
January-20-2009 Mimosa Systems, a provider of e-mail and file archiving solutions, announced that Miami-Dade Aviation Department, operator of Miami International Airport, has selected the Mimosa NearPoint content archiving solution.

Recession-Proof Your Service and Support Organization
January-20-2009 A new white paper explores how remote service and support technology is being leveraged to lower operational costs and increase revenue.

Troubleshooting: Securing Home Wireless Networks
Avner Izhar January-16-2009 Robin asks: "I’m having a problem with my wireless connection at home."

SPYRUS Announces USB Encryption Drive Defense Against Autorun Malware Attacks
January-16-2009 SPYRUS Inc. announced the Hydra Privacy Card (Hydra PC) family of USB encrypting devices is immune from USB autorun malware attacks.

New Free Software Helps Identify Key Areas for Environmental Protection
January-16-2009 A new open-system software package for the analysis of geographic distribution of animals and plants was launched this week by Conservation International (CI) in Brazil.

New SelectMinds Professional Edition Corporate Social Networking Solution Available
January-16-2009 SelectMinds Inc., a provider of corporate social networking solutions, introduced its newest solution, SelectMinds Professional Edition.

Understanding New Rules for Protecting Personal Information
January-16-2009 Iron Mountain will host a free webcast on new rules that companies and other institutions nationwide must soon follow to protect the personal information of Massachusetts residents.

Learn About Implementing Cisco IOS Unified Communications
Certification Magazine January-15-2009 These questions are based on 640-460: Implementing Cisco IOS Unified CommunicationsA Self Test Softwar

Re-Energizing a Stale Job Search
Katherine Spencer Lee January-15-2009 If it’s taken longer than you expected to find a new job, you’re not alone.

New Guide Clarifies Information Security Manager Role
January-15-2009 As information security has matured into its own discipline, many new career opportunities have surfaced. A news guide helps hiring managers define job positions and required skills.

ElcomSoft to Accelerate Wireless Network Security Audits
January-15-2009 ElcomSoft announced the availability of the GPU-accelerated version of ElcomSoft Wireless Security Auditor 1.0, a product to audit wireless network security.

Tech-Driven Site Prepares Hiring Managers for Increasing Unemployment Numbers
January-15-2009 The recent downturn in the economy and subsequent loss of jobs has job-posting sites and job-search companies bracing for the onslaught of the unemployed. A new site brings the use of the Internet to both the job applicant and managers.

SenditCertified to Contribute to Obama's Electronic Health Record Initiative
January-15-2009 SenditCertified's communication system for sending, receiving and storing sensitive information will ensure medical professionals are in full compliance with all HIPAA and PHI regulations.

IT Challenges for the Next President
Agatha Gilmore January-14-2009 IT made the list as one of the 13 most pressing issues requiring immediate attention from the new president.

Lead Applications Developer: The IT Ambassador
Deanna Hartley January-13-2009 These pros typically represent and communicate projects from an engineering perspective to outside teams.

Private Tech College Expands Tuition Support for Veterans
January-13-2009 Rochester Institute of Technology plans to make it easier for veterans to continue their educations by offering significant tuition support as a designated "Yellow Ribbon" college.

ATTO and Xyratex Provide Improved Performance in Video Environments
January-13-2009 The ATTO Celerity Fibre Channel host adapter multi-pathing solution for Max OS X environments provides load balancing and path failover for uninterrupted access to storage media.

Preventing Cheating on Certification Exams
Deanna Hartley January-12-2009 Oracle has adopted a proactive stance to curb cheating on certification exams.

1&1 Partners with Sedo to Offer Already Registered Domains
January-12-2009 1&1 Internet Inc., a Web host, launched a new facility on http://www.1and1.com for finding already registered domain names up for sale alongside unregistered names.

Monster Launches Redesigned Web Site
January-12-2009 Monster, an online career and recruitment resource and flagship brand of Monster Worldwide Inc., unveiled its new global seeker site.

Cybersecurity: Are You Safe?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman January-09-2009 The Internet may be integrated into our daily lives, but still we must be smart every time we go online.

Louisville Technical Institute Wins Outstanding Technical Program Award
January-09-2009 The award recognizes the Louisville Technical Institute for its state-of-the-art graphic design instruction as being both current and cutting-edge.

Learn About Upgrade: MCAD Skills to MCTS Windows Applications
Certification Magazine January-08-2009

Vocational Experience: A Prerequisite at Syrinx
Deanna Hartley January-08-2009 At this IT consulting company, interviewers focus on one thing in particular: extensive work experience.

Data Privacy: Is Massachusetts Law Up to the Challenge?
January-08-2009 While helpful, breach notification laws have serious limitations, according to Peter George of Fidelis Security Systems.

Western Governors Offers Online Master's in Information Security and Assurance
January-08-2009 Students will develop the necessary skills for the protection of networks, communication and data, and the knowledge base for planning, implementing and managing enterprise-level security and system integrity.

Novell: Certification for ROI
Meghan Potts January-07-2009 Even in a tight economy, the one thing IT professionals can’t skimp on is certification.

ISACA Certifications—Invent Your Future
January-07-2009 ISACA Certifications—Invent Your Future

Pearson Launches Browser-Based Cert Flash Cards
January-07-2009 Launching with multiple products on CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco certifications, the custom flash-card application tests users' skills and improves their retention of exam topics.

IT Positions Rated Among Top 10 Jobs in New Report
January-07-2009 Software engineer and computer systems analyst made 2009's list of the best jobs in the nation.

Quotit Corporation Earns TRUSTe Web Privacy Seal
January-07-2009 Quotit Corporation, a division of The Word & Brown Companies, announced it has earned the TRUSTe Web Privacy Seal.

inCode's 2009 Telecom Predictions
January-06-2009 The 2009 predictions identify emerging economic, technology and marketing trends affecting consumers and businesses.

Survey Reveals Global Web 2.0 Trends
Deanna Hartley January-05-2009 A new global survey offers a worldwide snapshot of the digital generation.

Steve Jobs Makes Statement About His Health
January-05-2009 The Apple CEO will forgo Macworld and focus on his health in the coming months, while continuing to serve as the company's chief.

Layoffs, Closures, Outsourcing, Returning Retirees Dampen IT Salaries
January-05-2009 Janco Associates has just released its January 2009 IT Salary Survey, and the prospects look grim for IT professionals.

Comodo Enters Into Strategic Partnership With Paypoint.net
January-05-2009 Comodo, a provider of identity and trust assurance internet services, announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with U.K. payment provider PayPoint.net.

ATTO Software Initiator for Mac OS X Provides Added Security and Enterprise Features
January-05-2009 The iSCSI Software Initiator for Mac OS X, Xtend SAN has been updated with enterprise-class features to provide better security and automation for medium to large installations.

For Good or for Evil?
Deanna Hartley January-02-2009 There are users out there who are more inclined to abuse anonymity for their own personal gratification.

New Tool Serves as Code ‘Spell-Checker’
Kelly Shermach January-01-2009 IBM Rational Software Analyzer scans software code for quality and defects before the application is built.

Fast Track Your Way to Nortel Data Certifications
January-01-2009 As energy costs continue to rise, customers are turning to Nortel's energy-efficient data networking solutio

FREE Career Path Guide from (ISC)2®!
January-01-2009 FREE Career Path Guide from (ISC)2®!

The New Convergence Formula
Henrik Oberg December-31-2008 The age of classic convergence is ending. Now we're headed into a new era that is transforming the industry.

Teaching Smart Social Networking
Agatha Gilmore December-30-2008 Users who have grown up with computers are prime targets for social networking attacks.

K7 Computing Announces Updated Version of TotalSecurity 9.0
December-30-2008 K7 Computing, an information security software company, has announced the launch of its updated version of TotalSecurity 9.0, an Internet security suite.

CareerBuilder.com: Slower, More Cautious Hiring Expected in New Year
December-30-2008 CareerBuilder.com released the results of its latest survey, conducted by Harris Interactive, tracking projected hiring trends for 2009.

Ease Organizational Pain With Open Source
Meagan Polakowski December-29-2008 One money-saving option you may not have considered is turning to open source software solutions.

Novell Sets New Performance Records with SUSE Linux Enterprise Real Time
December-29-2008 Independent tests performed by STAC show SUSE Linux Enterprise Real Time delivered the lowest mean and maximum latencies ever recorded at high rates with the Reuters Market Data System (RMDS).

Storage Companies Consider Online Training
Deanna Hartley December-24-2008 Storage software developer CommVault recently unveiled a new online training program.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
Certmag Editor December-23-2008 Pointing and clicking; prime time goes geek; controlling teen drivers.

Why 2009 Could Be a Year of Security Opportunity
Carmi Levy December-23-2008 The tanking economy makes it a scary time to be on the frontlines of computer security.

ResumeBear Inc. Offers Job Seekers Resume Tracking
December-23-2008 Online resume firm, ResumeBear Inc., has created a service that allows job seekers to create, manage, deliver and track their resumes into the hands of employers.

Mimosa Decreases the Cost of Storage and Expedites E-Discovery
December-23-2008 An add-on module to the Mimosa NearPoint platform, Mimosa RCO enables intelligent, consistent, automated management of user-generated content based on policy.

Reduce IT Costs With Virtualization
Meagan Polakowski December-22-2008 It is becoming increasingly important for IT professionals to get skilled in the area of virtualization.

openSUSE Linux Advancements Ease Community Contributions
December-22-2008 The new release delivers a richer user experience with significant enhancements to desktop productivity, entertainment applications and software and system management.

Verizon Transforms Global Network Serving Business and Government
December-22-2008 Verizon Business expanded and improved its global network, resulting in enhanced speed, availability, diversity and resiliency for business and government customers worldwide.

Products Must Address New Identity and Access Control Requirements
December-22-2008 It is important that enterprises recognize the core range of services that IAM already gives as opposed to being distracted by the latest product news.

Toolwire Selected as Finalist for Institute of IT Training Award
December-22-2008 The "Innovation in Training Services" award celebrates the most effective implementation of the year in learning technology and IT Training delivery innovation.

Lowry Gains GS1 Solution Partner Status
December-22-2008 Lowry Computer Products announced that its professional services and systems sales staffs have been certified as GS1 Solution Partners.

Addressing Network Connectivity Problems
Andrew Bonslater December-19-2008 Advice on how to diagnose a connection issue, and tools or applications that can help.

Novell Names ATTO's ExpressSAS H30F SAS/SATA Host Adapter "YES Certified"
December-19-2008 ATTO Technology Inc. announced that the ATTO ExpressSAS H30F SAS/SATA II host adapter has received the Novell YES Certified compatibility designation.

Get Familiar With Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator
Certification Magazine December-18-2008

Developing Your Leadership Skills
Katherine Spencer Lee December-18-2008 If you want to advance within your company, it’s likely that you will have to take on a leadership role.

ISACA Celebrates 40th Anniversary in 2009
December-18-2008 ISACA maintains steady growth by offering an expanding portfolio of good practices, tools and guidance so enterprises can get the most out of their IT investments, manage their risks and remain compliant.

Entry-Level Security Technician: Laying the Groundwork
Deanna Hartley December-17-2008 In the world of IT security, entry-level security technicians give crucial, behinds-the-scenes support.

IT in 2009: Greener Pastures?
Agatha Gilmore December-17-2008 New research suggests that IT can be used to make the world economy more energy and carbon efficient.

Career Coach Offers Advice on Job Searching in Today's Market
December-17-2008 After 20 years in executive search, Mike Ramer developed and launched a job search consulting service for the career-minded.

K7 Computing CEO Wins Best Member Award in AVAR 2008
December-17-2008 Kesavardhanan Jayaraman was granted the Best Member Award in recognition of his contributions to AVAR (Association of Anti-Virus Asia Researchers) in 2008.

1&1 Servers Now Delivered With Windows Advanced Hosting
December-17-2008 All systems are also equipped with the platform that helps users to install comprehensive Web applications with just a few mouse clicks.

The Total Cost of an IT Education
Shawn Conaway December-16-2008 An IT education is increasingly essential, but as belts tighten, students must maximize their investments.

Leveraging a Consumer Database in a Slumped Economy
Kelly Shermach December-16-2008 Consumer-facing companies may be able to leverage the loyalty they’ve generated through rewards programs.

Top Five IT Strategies to Implement in a Recession
Deanna Hartley December-15-2008 Even in an economic recession, companies can maintain their competitive advantage by investing wisely in IT.

What Every Grad Should Know About Landing Their First Job
December-15-2008 This year's graduating class will enter one of the tightest job markets in history, according to recent surveys of top companies.

Missouri Science and Technology Park Will Lend to Collaboration and Commercialization
December-15-2008 The Missouri Innovation Park will bring significant job opportunities by linking the animal health industry and the alternative energy industry with research-based organizations.

Survey: 80 Percent of Shoppers Judge Online Reputation Before Buying From "E-tailers"
December-15-2008 Online reputation matters for the majority of North American consumers, according to research released by 1&1 Internet Inc., a Web host.

Moonlight Project, Novell Announce 1.0 Beta Release of Moonlight
December-12-2008 The Moonlight Project and Novell announced the 1.0 beta release of Moonlight, an implementation of Silverlight for Linux.

Learn About Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007
Certification Magazine December-11-2008 These questions are based on 70-400: TS: Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007, ConfiguringA

Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday
Brian Summerfield December-11-2008 A look at holiday shopping in 2008.

Novell Enterprise Server 2 Reduces Cost for Mixed IT Environments
December-11-2008 Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 Service Pack 1 (SP1), with Domain Services for Windows, enables seamless integration with Microsoft Active Directory.

When It Comes to IT, Vieo Gets Down to Business
Agatha Gilmore December-10-2008 Seasoned IT professionals with industry-specific knowledge are just what Vieo Consuling is looking for.

Nortel Introduces Industry-Wide UC Education and Cert Program
December-10-2008 Unified communications offers enterprises the ability to increase the tempo of their operations, drive capital and operational expenses lower within as little as 12 months.

SkillSoft Partners With Sun Microsystems
December-10-2008 SkillSoft PLC and Sun Microsystems announced a new agreement for SkillSoft to market and distribute Sun-authored e-learning courseware for Sun's latest Java and Solaris software solutions.

Fraudsters Filch $4B Online in 2008
December-10-2008 Merchants' responses reflected that the intent to implement 14 fraud-prevention tools has increased, in some cases by as much as two to three times.

Ascolta and CourseAvenue Co-Develop eLearning Training for Cisco TelePresence System
December-10-2008 Ascolta and CourseAvenue announced the availability of end user training on Cisco's TelePresence System in an e-learning format.

Ovum Previews Major IT Services Issues for 2009 With "The Ovum Eight"
December-10-2008 The impact of the slowing economy on BPO business models and the convergence of IT and telecom services are among the top issues IT service providers will face in 2009, according to a new report from Ovum.

How Candidates Can Answer Claims They Are Overqualified for a Job
December-10-2008 With the unemployment rate rising to 6.7 percent, the highest since 1993, more applicants may be hearing the dreaded "Oâ" word, as in "overqualified," when seeking new employment.

Sonasoft Announces New Version of SonaSafe Solution
December-10-2008 Sonasoft provides a high-availability solution, protecting data from hardware/software failures and human error.

Global Knowledge Named a Top 20 IT Training Company
December-10-2008 The criteria used in evaluating the top companies included demonstrated leadership in shaping IT training, the talents of the corporate leadership and professional staff and geographic reach.

Cisco Updates Provide Up-Skilling for Today's Networking Space
Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn December-09-2008 The demand for IT professionals who can build, manage and update networks is growing exponentially.

Novell Redefines Workload Management for the Mixed IT Data Center
December-09-2008 PlateSpin Workload Management enables data-center administrators to optimize the distribution of workloads to provide the best performance for users and applications across physical and virtual machines.

The Dangers of Shopping Online in the Workplace
Deanna Hartley December-08-2008 Shopping online at work increases the risk of threats such as spam and viruses on workplace equipment.

(ISC)2 Secure Software Development Credential Attracts Initial 100 Applicants
December-08-2008 (ISC)2 ("ISC-squared") announced it has received applications from 100 experts to receive the Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP).

Global Knowledge Becomes Exclusive Provider of Cisco Optical Training
December-08-2008 Global Knowledge, a provider of IT and business training, has been selected by Cisco to be the exclusive provider of optical training in the United States and Canada.

Informative Graphics Experiences 50 Percent Year-Over-Year Growth
December-08-2008 Informative Graphics Corporation (IGC), a provider of viewing, annotation and redaction technology, announced that the company experienced 50 percent growth from November 2007 to November 2008.

Certification Courses Should Balance Preparation With Education
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman December-05-2008 As an IT trainer, you need to prepare your students for the exam itself, but you also want to educate them.

Business Apps on the Web
Kelly Shermach December-05-2008 The number of Web sites offering online access to business applications is growing.

Fidelis Extrusion Prevention Awarded Common Criteria Security Certification
December-05-2008 Common Criteria is an important worldwide evaluation standard for security products as its certifications are recognized in 25 countries around the world.

Malware Discussion: Does It Make Sense to Clean Infected PCs?
December-05-2008 Does it really make sense to clean a computer infected with damaging software? Can the user ever really trust such a system again? To clarify these questions, the technical feasibility of full cleaning must be examined.

Indiana Firm Developing Technology to Keep High-Tech Tools Cool
December-05-2008 Mudawar Thermal Systems announced that the Navy awarded the company a grant for up to $1.5 million.

NetLib Encryptionizer Now Compatible With Parallels Virtuozzo Containers
December-05-2008 NetLib announced that its product, Encryptionizer, is now compatible with Parallels Virtuozzo Containers 4.0.

Learn About IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8 Developing Web Applications
Certification Magazine December-04-2008

Techie-in-Chief
Elizabeth Lisican December-04-2008 As Inauguration Day approaches, speculation buzzes around the creation of a federal CTO.

IT Firm Vignon Named in Top 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Led Companies
December-04-2008 Vignon was chosen for its quick and strong percentage and absolute growth since 2003. CEO Kathy Hodgins Blanck began with an investment of $20,000 and grew the company to $3.6 million in 2007.

Collaboration Provides Computers for Special Needs Children
December-04-2008 A grant for the computers is part of a nationwide donation expected to reach 20,000 children this year through IBM and PACER Center.

Going Public
Deanna Hartley December-03-2008 Be careful what you post online.

Secrets to Getting Hired
December-03-2008 A new tool called Interview Angel closes the gap between understanding what to do and actually doing it in an action-oriented system that users complete with their own stories, goals and research.

Salary Survey 2008
Agatha Gilmore, Mike Prokopeak, Kellye Whitney, Deanna Hartley, Lindsay Edmonds Wickman, Brian Summerfield December-02-2008 The numbers: You want ’em, we’ve got ’em.

Cisco Introduces Expert-Level CCIE Certification
December-02-2008 Candidates who pass the new CCIE Wireless certification exams must demonstrate broad theoretical knowledge of wireless networking and a solid understanding of wireless LAN technologies from Cisco.

Half of Americans Are Overwhelmed by E-Mail
December-02-2008 A survey of more than 1,000 U.S. consumers found 55 percent feel overwhelmed with e-mails from personal contacts.

Job Seekers Increasingly Use New Web Search Tools
December-02-2008 According to Google, the search term "jobs" ranked sixth in the top 10 search terms, above cars, games and porn. On average, more than 151 million searches were conducted on this search term during October.

Get Tech-Friendly to Recruit Millennials
Deanna Hartley December-01-2008 If you think good wages alone will attract the youngest generation entering the workforce, think again.

Sherwin-Williams Standardizes Retail Stores on Novell's SUSE Linux Enterprise
December-01-2008 Novell announced that Sherwin-Williams will be standardizing on SUSE Linux Enterprise Point of Service (POS) as the operating system for its retail store multi-function desktop/registers and in-store servers.

ISACA Certifies 1,000th CGEIT and 10,000th CISM
December-01-2008 CGEIT and CISM, two professional designations from ISACA, continue to grow.

Maximize Your Holidays
Agatha Gilmore November-28-2008 In today’s tough job market, students can better their prospects by using holiday time to get ahead.

The Softer Side of Training
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman November-26-2008 It’s critical for IT employees and leaders to be able to communicate with their peers across departments.

Adobe Acrobat 9 Security Is Worse Than Ever, ElcomSoft Says
November-26-2008 ElcomSoft announced the availability of an updated version of Advanced PDF Password Recovery 5.0, a product to unlock password-protected PDF files created by Adobe Acrobat and compatible products.

New RFID Developments Discussed at Recent Summit
November-26-2008 Topics covered included Real Time Locating Systems, case studies, Standards and growth of systems, energy harvesting and third-generation active RFID.

Sun Sheds Light on Flexibility of Storage Solutions
Deanna Hartley November-25-2008 Sun Microsystems attempts to expand storage options while enhancing scalability and performance.

Emerson Selects Achilles Satellite Security Assurance Platform
November-25-2008 Wurldtech Security Technologies has selected the Achilles Satellite Security Assurance platform in hopes of enhancing internal robustness testing best practices for its Ovation control system.

1&1 Doubles RAM on Green Virtual Private Servers
November-25-2008 Web host 1&1 Internet Inc. announced that the already generous quotas of RAM will be quadrupled within the range of Windows Virtual Private Servers (VPS) and doubled on all Linux VPS.

Global Crossing Enhances Suite of VoIP Services
November-25-2008 Global Crossing, a global IP solutions provider, announced the addition of the Session Initiation Protocol Refer feature to its Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services portfolio.

Drip, Drip, Drop: Is Your Data Leaking?
Meagan Polakowski November-24-2008 Data breaches cannot only damage a company’s reputation but also result in the loss of future business.

Asigra Unveils Storage I/O and Data Validation Tool
November-24-2008 Asigra Inc., a provider of agentless information recovery management, announced its Storage I/O and Data Validation Tool.

DataGuise Introduces Data Masking for Multi-Database Environments
November-21-2008 DataGuise, provider of data security and compliance solutions for enterprises, announced its masking in place (MIP) solution for multi-database environments such as Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.

HR Leaders Hesitant to Make Drastic Changes to IT Investments
November-21-2008 Many human resources leaders are hesitant to make drastic changes to their talent or information technology investments until they can get a better sense of where the economy is headed.

ZipServers.com Launches Washington Data Center for VPS
November-21-2008 ZipServers Inc., a provider of managed dedicated server solutions, announced the release of if its new Washington data center for its virtual private servers (VPS) line of products.

Study IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8: Configuring Domino Web Servers
Certification Magazine November-20-2008 These questions are based on 840: IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8: Configuring Domino Web Servers

Interop Announces CSC Gateway Deployments for Nearly 1M Customers
November-20-2008 The CSC Gateway solution makes the mobile experience interactive, enabling wireless customers to choose from the latest wallpapers, ringtones and additional content, as well as participate in short code campaigns.

Spain Looks to Balance Quality and Costs for Offshore Success
November-20-2008 An association of consulting companies in Spain is attempting to sell the country as an IT services destination, building on its strong domestic market, the high-level skills of its tech workforce and its capacity for expansion.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
CertMag Editor November-19-2008 Two new virtual realities, and why you'll never have another excuse for being late.

Comodo Endpoint Security Manager Helps Businesses Cut IT Costs
November-19-2008 Comodo Endpoint Security Manager and Comodo Firewall Pro can help a company reduce costs, increase IT staff efficiency, improve PC endpoint and network security.

My Perfect Gig Launches Recruiting Service for Engineers
November-19-2008 My Perfect Gig unveiled MyPerfectGig.com, an online recruiting service for engineers across multiple disciplines.

Playing Embedded Videos Using Firefox 3
Andrew Bonslater November-18-2008 Using Mozilla Firefox 3, I’m unable to watch videos embedded in Web pages via Windows Media Player.

IU to Establish Pervasive Technology Institute
November-18-2008 The Institute will lead IU to a new level of achievement in developing advanced information technology and informatics innovations and delivering their benefits to researchers, educators, students and society.

ATTO Receives Brocade 'Ready' Status for Storage Networking
November-18-2008 ATTO Technology announced its Celerity FC-84EN, FC-82EN and FC-81EN Fibre Channel Host Adapters have been verified by Brocade Communications Systems as compatible with Brocade-based Storage Area Networking infrastructure.

Cost-Effective Staffing on IT Projects
Deanna Hartley November-17-2008 A new report by Veritude outlines a few key steps to create and build an IT team cost-effectively.

Future Media Concepts Achieves Apple Gold-Level Status
November-17-2008 Since certification can be a key differentiator in the fields of digital media and IT, FMC offers certification exams for Mac OS X Tiger and Leopard, as well as all Apple Pro Applications.

District of Columbia CTO Named Government IT Executive of the Year
November-17-2008 The Government Sector IT Executive of the Year award honors government leaders whose achievements and vision have raised the bar on quality and innovation throughout the IT industry.

IU Cyberinfrastructure Showcased During Annual Supercomputing Conference
November-17-2008 Information technology leaders and experts from around the world will learn the role Indiana University's cyberinfrastructure plays during the SC08 supercomputing conference, held this week in Austin, Texas.

Survey: Emerging Markets Leading Way in Web 2.0
November-17-2008 A new survey shows top students in established economies have been overtaken by those in the emerging markets.

The Networked Election
Brian Summerfield November-14-2008 In addition to Sen. Barack Obama, there was another big winner in this year’s election: networks.

Winners of 'Applications for Democracy' Contest Announced
November-14-2008 District of Columbia mayor Adrian M. Fenty and chief technology officer Vivek Kundra announced the winners of the District's "Applications for Democracy" technology contest.

Learn About Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5
Certification Magazine November-13-2008

Outsourcing Security During Tough Times
Carmi Levy November-13-2008 In today's economic climate, outsourcing is one cost-cutting alternative. But is it right for IT security?

Writing an Effective — and Honest — Resume
Katherine Spencer Lee November-12-2008 In an uncertain economy, it can be tempting for IT professionals to pad their resumes. Don't be one of them!

Software Helps Patients Increase Prescription Adherence, Reduce Health Care Costs
November-12-2008 The Pill Phone, a patented health care tool for medication management, is now available to customers of three major U.S. wireless operators.

Comodo Extends Unified Communications Certificate to Three Years
November-12-2008 These digital certificates support Microsoft Exchange and Office Communications Server 2007 networks and provide high visibility, recognition and security for unified communications and business e-mail services.

The Future of IT: Hybrid Jobs
Elizabeth Lisican November-11-2008 There seems to be an emerging trend of hybrid positions: fusions of IT with one or more distinct fields.

Webinar to Focus on Training Home-Based Call-Center Agents
November-11-2008 The home-based call-center model promotes business continuity, operational efficiency, flexible staffing and creates a dynamic workforce.

School District Incorporates Wi-Fi Into Learning Experience
November-11-2008 The district wanted to provide ubiquitous and secure wireless to merge technology into the day-to-day classroom experience and eliminate stand-alone computer labs.

Does the Western World Lag Behind in Technical Skills?
Deanna Hartley November-10-2008 A recent competition revealed IT skills in the U.S. might not stack up worldwide.

Teradata and Novell Accelerate Linux Adoption for Data Warehousing
November-10-2008 Teradata Corp., a company focused on data warehousing and enterprise analytics, and Novell announced they will provide customers a new level of support.

Mimosa Systems to Demo NearPoint Live Content Archiving Solution
November-10-2008 Mimosa Systems will demo its NearPoint live content archiving solution at Microsoft Exchange Connections.

There’s Still Life in Web Browsers
Kelly Shermach November-07-2008 With Web applications becoming increasingly popular, it seems the traditional Web browser will be obsolete.

Syware Inc. Software Wins Best Database Software Award 2008
November-07-2008 Syware Inc., a developer of intuitive, mobile database tools for business and personal productivity, announced that Visual CE Professional Edition has won Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine's Best Software Award 2008.

Linux Desktop Education Deployments Planned in 29 States
November-07-2008 Tough economic conditions have led more universities, colleges and K-12 school districts to consider the hardware, maintenance, space and electricity savings of Multi-station SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktops.

Learn About Microsoft SQL Server 2008
Certification Magazine November-06-2008 These questions are based on 70-432: TS: Microsoft SQL Server 2008, Implementation and MaintenanceA Se

Virtualization 2.0
Agatha Gilmore November-06-2008 Virtualization has taken the IT world by storm, transforming the industry in a mere handful of years.

Tech Wages Slip in Third Quarter
November-06-2008 With more than a 6 percent drop, technology wages are at the lowest level since the beginning of 2006, according to the Yoh Index of Technology Wages.

inCode Completes Management Buyout From VeriSign
November-06-2008 inCode's new tag line, "Business Insight, Technology Foresight," highlights its business direction toward the combination of strategic insight and operational execution based on deep technological expertise.

Comodo Endpoint Security Manager Prevents Network Intruders Using Whitelisting
November-06-2008 Comodo Endpoint Security Manager (ESM) now enables centralized management of the Comodo Firewall Pro. ESM also enables IT staff to remotely and rapidly control endpoint usage and security-policy configurations.

Report: Cybercriminals Exploit Obama Victory
November-06-2008 Websense reported that the Websense Security Labs ThreatSeeker Network has discovered cybercriminals seeking to capitalize on the results of the 2008 U.S. presidential election with a mass malicious e-mail campaign.

Western Governors University
November-05-2008 Western Governors University's competency-based programs are ideal for working professionals who want to adv

ISACA Certifications—Invent Your Future
November-05-2008 To support increasing business demands related to IT governance, and to recognize the wide range of professi

The Expanding Digital Universe: Challenges and Opportunities
November-05-2008 Your organization faces multiple challenges in managing explosive data growth. But how do you find and...

Solutions for Senior Moments
Kelly Shermach November-05-2008 New IBM technology dynamically links images, sounds and text in a memory database.

Informatica Launches Data-Quality Certification
November-05-2008 The certification builds on Informatica's extensive data-quality educational resources, proven data-quality best practices and methodology for ensuring customer success.

Technical Architect: Learning, Growing, Innovating
Agatha Gilmore November-04-2008 Creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit are the tickets to success for aspiring technical architects.

Pink Elephant Offers Savings to Support ITIL Training in Economic Downturn
November-04-2008 Organizations planning an ITIL education program for staff can take advantage of prepaid team tickets, redeemable for any public ITIL V3 Foundations course in North America, and save up to $2,500.

White Paper Outlines Steps for Companies to Execute Cost-Effective IT Project Staffing
November-04-2008 Many organizations are struggling to identify the right talent to fill highly specialized technical and professional positions while staying within a given project timeline and meeting budget guidelines.

E-Mail Archiving Solution Enables Customers to Meet Compliance Requirements
November-04-2008 The e-mail archiving solution is designed to meet regulatory compliance and e-discovery needs of organizations. It will capture all e-mails and store them in archive databases as a single instance store.

Calling All Network Pros: Obtain Expert Status
Meagan Polakowski November-03-2008

The New Borders Wine List and Product Recommendation Engines
Kelly Shermach November-03-2008 Recommendation engines simplify statistical research and make data use more immediate.

New Web Start-Up Delivers Personal Branding Web Sites
November-03-2008 Nectar, an Internet start-up from DotVita LLC, has launched after several months of development.

IT for Free: Volunteering Today
Wayne Anderson October-31-2008 Entry-level programmers and administrators turn to volunteering to build basic hands-on experience.

UMB Financial Corp. Secures its IT Infrastructure with Novell
October-31-2008 One of the largest independent banks in America, UMB Financial Corp., (UMB) is implementing Novell identity management solutions on SUSE Linux Enterprise Real Time to streamline user access and increase data security.

Learn About IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8
Certification Magazine October-30-2008 These questions are based on 835: IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8 Application Development Intermediate Skills

Symetra Financial: An Interview Is Worth a Thousand Diplomas
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman October-30-2008 At Symetra, a degree doesn’t tell the company how well the candidate will do on the job.

Safari Books 'Bookbag' Allows Downloads to iPhone and iPod Touch
October-30-2008 Safari Bookbag allows users to download chapters and full-book PDFs to the iPhone and iPod touch. Safari chose to include the Apple devices in its services after 50 percent of users reported they use one of the two mobile devices.

Volunteering for Nonprofits Can Help You Find a New Job
October-30-2008 As jobs losses mount, more people may be interested in boosting their careers by volunteering to serve civic, charitable, academic, religious and fraternal organizations, according to ClearRock, an executive coaching and outplacement firm.

Project Connects Pakistan to Global Research Community via High-Speed Network
October-30-2008 Indiana University, the National Science Foundation, the Pakistan Higher Education Commission and the European Commission have partnered to connect Pakistan researchers to their global counterparts.

SNIA: Helping Pros Enter the Growing Storage Marketplace
Rick Bauer October-29-2008 The International Data Corp. predicts more than 1 million new storage professionals will be needed by 2012.

Device Overload
Deanna Hartley October-28-2008 Remember simpler times? Like when human beings used to actually cherish face-to-face communications?

SkyCross Antennas Power First Device for WiMAX by Sprint XOHM
October-28-2008 SkyCross antennas power the Samsung SWC-E100 ExpressCard, the first client device for the recent WiMAX launch in Baltimore. The service delivers much-anticipated 4G mobile broadband service across the city.

Study Shows Lack of IT Training Impedes On-the-Job Performance
Deanna Hartley October-27-2008 IT ranked high on the list of industries in which workers are asked to accomplish tasks without training.

Cube Panel to Offer Comodo SSL Certificates
October-27-2008 Comodo CA, a provider of identity and trust assurance management solutions, announced that Cube Panel is the latest organization to join Comodo's affiliate program.

More Than 90 Percent of E-Mails in Third Quarter Were Spam
October-27-2008 PandaLabs announced that less than 6 percent of e-mails that reached companies in the third quarter of 2008 were legitimate correspondence.

Health Care to Avoid Global IT Budget Crunch
October-27-2008 A report titled "Technology Trends: Analyzing Global Enterprise IT Budgets 2008" reveals that the majority of enterprises globally are planning to cut back increases in IT expenditure.

Asigra Brings Televaulting Platform to the Dynamic Data Center
October-27-2008 Asigra Inc., a provider of agentless information recovery management, announced that Asigra Televaulting has been validated for use with data centers leveraging Citrix XenServer.

How to Rock the Situational Interview
Agatha Gilmore October-24-2008 Students must be prepared to think on their feet if they want to land a job in today's competitive market.

Citrix Education Unveils Next-Generation Certification Structure
October-24-2008 The certification program redesign provides entry- through expert-level professionals with expanded offerings by role and specialization, and streamlined update paths that make it easier for IT professionals to stay current.

OWC Announces First Blu-Ray External Drives With Quad Interface
October-24-2008 OWC Mercury Pro drives feature 4X Blu-ray write speed for burning up to 1 GB per minute; a data-transfer rate up to 150 MB per second; plug-and-play connection flexibility; and compatibility with Windows and Mac systems.

Novell Announces New Access Governance Suite
October-24-2008 The suite delivers visibility, simplicity and accuracy to the process of managing user access, allowing organizations to automate certification processes and hold business managers accountable for compliance requirements.

GeoLearning Named to �Software 500� for Fourth Consecutive Year
October-24-2008 GeoLearning Inc., a provider of on-demand learning and performance management technology platforms, announced its fourth consecutive inclusion on the �Software 500."

Learn About Microsoft SQL Server 2008
Certification Magazine October-23-2008

The Gender Gap
Meagan Polakowski October-23-2008 While women increasingly use technology in everyday life, they're not making their way into IT careers.

Editor's Picks: What We Like
Certmag Editor October-22-2008 This month's round-ups: high-flying Wi-Fi, musical sunglasses and a revamped online board game.

Security Benchmarks for Oracle Database 11g Available Free of Charge
October-22-2008 The Center for Internet Security released its security configuration benchmark for Oracle Database 11g free of charge in order to promote worldwide use and adoption of security standards for secure and compliant IT environments.

Neulio 2.0 Enables Organizations to Leverage Power of Structured Social Media
October-22-2008 Neulio, the creator of Structured Social Media solutions, announced Neulio 2.0, a next-generation hosted solution for publishing multi-part, multi-format online content.

Southern Ohio Medical Center Achieves Near-Perfect Barcode Compliance Using MetaCare eMAR
October-22-2008 Southern Ohio Medical Center (SOMC), located in Portsmouth, Ohio, announced it has achieved 96 percent barcode compliance using the MetaCare Enterprise eMAR.

'Lifehacker' Votes Comodo Best Firewall for Windows
October-22-2008 Readers of �Lifehacker,� a Web lifestyle blog owned by Gawker Media, voted Comodo Firewall Pro the best Windows firewall available on the Web.

Citrix Education and Pearson VUE Launch 'Take 2' Certification Offer
October-22-2008 Citrix Education and Pearson VUE announced the Take 2 Exam Program that allows candidates to purchase a special voucher at a nominal premium, which will allow them two chances to pass an exam.

Veritude and Akamai to Present HCI Webcast on Successful IT Staffing
October-22-2008 The speakers will address some of these challenges, share their own experiences and offer five steps to help HR and hiring managers think more strategically about how they source and recruit for shared services teams.

Nortel Press Offers Ethernet Routing Switch Self-Study Guide
October-22-2008 Developed for IT professionals looking to increase their ERS knowledge and skills, the �Nortel Ethernet Routing Switch Solution� guide can help prepare you for the related Nortel Professional Certification exams.

Upgrade Your System to Solve Software Compatibility Problems
Andrew Bonslater October-21-2008 Fixing a compatibility problem between Microsoft Office Small Business 2007 and a Windows 2000 computer.

Managing Relationships in the Nonprofit Realm
Paul Hagen and Chris Bernard October-21-2008 In the past few years, nonprofits have found increasing benefit in implementing CRM software solutions.

(ISC)²® Career Path - Climb to the Top with IS Credent
Sponsored by: (ISC)² October-21-2008 (ISC)²'s Career Path equips professionals with specialized credentials.

SumTotal Systems Names HP Veteran Arun Chandra as CEO
October-21-2008 In this role, Chandra will be responsible for the company�s operational activities, and it is also intended that he will join the Board of Directors. Chandra brings 23 years of technology leadership experience to this position.

IT Governance Launches Site to Improve Focus on Customer Needs
October-21-2008 The new Web site extends the capabilities of the existing site, but also leverages existing distribution facilities to support the sale and delivery of a select range of products for IT governance, risk management and compliance.

Shedding Light on an Alternative to Wi-Fi
Meagan Polakowski October-20-2008 A new research project focuses on using light waves for wireless communications.

University Ranking Technology Compares Higher Education Systems Across 40 Countries
October-20-2008 QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a provider of career and education intelligence, has created a preliminary university ranking technology, known as SAFE (System, Access, Flagship, Economics).

Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research Co-Sponsors International Workshop
October-20-2008 At a workshop co-sponsored by Indiana University's Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research, government and business leaders will convene in Brussels on Wednesday, Oct. 22.

Informative Graphics to Showcase Brava! and Redact-It Enterprise at ARMA 2008
October-20-2008 Informative Graphics Corporation (IGC), a provider of viewing, collaboration and redaction technology, announced that its Brava! Enterprise and Redact-It Enterprise products are being showcased at the 2008 ARMA International Conference and Expo.

Citrix Training on the Rise
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman October-17-2008 With Citrix growing from a small start-up to a $1.4 billion corporation, the need for training is up.

ElcomSoft Utilizes NVIDIA Tesla Supercomputers for Password Recovery
October-17-2008 ElcomSoft Co. Ltd. announced the support of the latest generation of NVIDIA Tesla � compact supercomputers based on NVIDIA GPU acceleration technologies � in Elcomsoft Distributed Password Recovery.

Learn About Cisco Certified Network Associate Exam
Certification Magazine October-16-2008 These questions are based on 640-802: Cisco Certified Network Associate exam.A Self Test Software Prac

Tackling Interview Questions That Put You to the Test
Katherine Spencer Lee October-15-2008 Knowing how to respond appropriately to tough yet anticipated interview questions can land you the job.

Former Homeland Security Cybersecurity Director Joins Wurldtech
October-15-2008 As vice president of Wurldtech Labs, Perry A. Pederson will oversee applied research contracts, manage technology partnerships, direct the Achilles Certification Program and expand cyberthreat intelligence efforts.

Open-E Introduces Major Enhancements to Data Storage Server
October-15-2008 Open-E's enhancements to the Data Storage Server provide better data security, increased fault tolerance and improved availability of all data, ultimately delivering better overall performance and value.

Nortel Receives Gold Standard Award for Training and Certifications
October-15-2008 This award acknowledges Nortel's exemplary implementation of strategies and processes to develop, deliver and manage training and professional certifications for customers, strategic business partners and employees.

India Employment-Related Fraud Highest in Financial and IT Sectors
October-15-2008 The "Background Screening Trends - India" report shows that all the key industries tracked have shown an increase in education-related discrepancies on employment materials.

Fidelis Releases Next-Generation Data Leak Prevention Solution
October-15-2008 The newest release of Fidelis XPS includes new functionality that will further speed a customer�s time-to-value and lower the overall total cost-of-ownership.

Does the Wall Street Crisis Spell Trouble for IT?
Elizabeth Lisican October-14-2008 What is the effect of the current economic turmoil on the IT job market?

The Sun Certification: The Impact on System Administrators
Sun Microsystems October-14-2008 Historically, there has been little research that attempts to describe the impact of certification on...

The Sun Certification: The Impact on Application Developers
Sun Microsystems October-14-2008 Based on a global IDC research study of 293 IT teams responsible for application development...

Savvy IT Pros Affected by Layoffs Broaden Their Career Focus
October-14-2008 Layoffs and hiring freezes are heightening competition for a dwindling number of IT jobs, but their computer knowledge can open doors to many offshore-resistant alternative tech-related careers.

New Support From Microsoft Will Aid the Growing MSP Field
Meagan Polakowski October-13-2008 In a downturn economy, many IT departments are turning to the use of managed services providers (MSPs).

Updated CompTIA Security+ Exam Now Available
October-13-2008 The new edition of CompTIA's Security+ certification exam places greater emphasis on knowing how to address specific security issues, rather than simply being able to recognize those issues.

Secure Behaviors Beat Secure Technologies Every Time
Carmi Levy October-10-2008 If security is going to work, employee behavior needs to be front and center when IT builds its strategy.

Comodo TrustConnect Secures Wi-Fi on the Go
October-10-2008 According to a recent study, most wireless connections at hotels are still unsecure. Wi-Fi users at hotels are at risk of man-in-the-middle attacks that can mislead patrons into giving out sensitive information.

Latest Report Shows Increasing Importance of University Rankings
October-10-2008 The latest edition of the �THE-QS World University Rankings� reflects the increasing profile of technology-based universities, with many of the world�s top universities in this area such as Caltech and MIT improving their positions.

Software Education Provides Opportunity for Companies to Grow IT Training Expertise
October-10-2008 In the light of growing demand around the world for IT-related systems skills, Software Education Associates is planning to �internationalize� its highly successful courses.

Contact Centers Invest in CRM to Improve Customer Retention
October-10-2008 Enterprises are to up investment in customer relationship management and unified desktop solutions in a bid to improve customer retention, says Datamonitor.

Learn About Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007
Certification Magazine October-09-2008 These questions are based on 70-638: TS: Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007, Configuring

The Networks That Run the Hadron Supercollider
Brian Summerfield October-09-2008 The networks that run the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and monitor its experiments are incredibly complex.

Expert Urges Workers to Take Steps to Weather the Economy
October-09-2008 Despite the recent bailout, stocks are continuing to fall and the economy is continuing its downward spiral. Workplace productivity expert Marsha Egan said that now is the time for workers to focus on recession-proofing their careers.

IU Awarded $336K to Help Build Network Infrastructure Test Bed
October-09-2008 Indiana University has been awarded $336,000 to help launch a new experimental network research infrastructure that one day will lead to the future of the Internet.

Report Casts Doubt on Anti-Terrorism Tools
October-09-2008 A new report from the National Academy of Sciences casts doubt on the effectiveness, lawfulness and appropriateness of using data-based tools such as data mining and biometrics to fight terrorism.

IBM's New Virtual Storage Solution Cuts Costs
Deanna Hartley October-08-2008 IBM's Virtual Storage Optimizer (VSO) solution results in lower costs and increased energy efficiency.

PlantCML Chooses Secure Firewall to Protect Next-Generation 9-1-1 Centers
October-08-2008 Secure Computing Corp. announced that PlantCML has selected Secure Firewall to protect North America�s next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services from Internet threats.

Technology in the Classroom
Agatha Gilmore October-07-2008 With the widespread availability technology, more and more schools are increasing their digital presences.

Microsoft Helps Customers Overcome Barriers to Virtualization
October-07-2008 Microsoft announced a new offering of specialized assessment and implementation services that help customers use server virtualization, as well as new training and certifications.

Indiana University Launches Center for Applied Identity Management Research
October-07-2008 The Center for Applied Identity Management Research will address identity theft, financial fraud, computer crime, information security, travel and immigration document fraud and data breaches.

(ISC)2 Invites Public to Download Free Security Awareness Materials
October-07-2008 The materials are available on the new Cyber Exchange cyberexchange.isc2.org, an online security awareness resource center launched in support of the fifth annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month in October.

Study Highlights All-Time Strangest IT Requests
Deanna Hartley October-06-2008 Robert Half Technology unearthed some of the strangest requests received by IT support staff in the U.S.

Mono Project Announces Mono 2.0 for Cross-Platform Microsoft .NET Development
October-06-2008 The Mono Project, an open source initiative sponsored by Novell, announced the availability of Mono 2.0, an open source, cross-platform .NET development framework.

Comodo Introduces eCommerce Accelerator Kit
October-06-2008 Comodo CA Limited announced the eCommerce Accelerator Kit, a new bundle of services for e-merchants looking to increase conversion rates and sales.

Hospital Implements eICU Program
October-06-2008 Christ Hospital will become the first in the Greater Cincinnati Tristate to implement an eICU program designed to improve critical care delivery.

VoIP Technician: Answering the Call of the Network
Deanna Hartley October-03-2008 As customers increasingly move from analog to VoIP technology, the role of voice technicians is changing.

SCIPP International Offering Signed Books by Security Expert
October-03-2008 SCIPP International, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to providing world-class security awareness training and certification services, is offering free autographed copies of books by security expert Winn Schwartau.

PreVisor Recognized for Game Changing Recruiting Technology
October-03-2008 PreVisor announced its PreView next-generation computer adaptive testing (CAT) was recognized as a 2008 Game Changing Recruiting Technology.

Global Knowledge Announces International Learning Partnership With VMware
October-03-2008 Global Knowledge, a provider of IT and business training, announced a worldwide partnership with VMware, a provider of virtualization solutions.

Get Familiar With Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1
Certification Magazine October-02-2008

World's Eighth-Largest Airport Improves Efficiency and Security With Novell
October-02-2008 Fraport AG has implemented Novell identity and security management solutions to achieve a single point of control for thousands of identities and to secure IT resources at Frankfurt Airport.

Crowe Chizek: Grooming Tomorrow�s Techies
Agatha Gilmore October-01-2008 The consulting firm looks for educated young talent willing to learn and adapt to industry demands.

1&1 U.S. Data Center Goes Green
October-01-2008 1&1 Internet Inc. announced it is purchasing enough Renewable Energy Certificates to match 100 percent of the electricity used at the company's data center.

Kongsberg Achieves Achilles Level 1 Cyber Security Certification
October-01-2008 Achilles Certification presents device manufacturers with an independently verified result from which to demonstrate the quality, reliability and security of their industrial Ethernet control systems to customers.

Enterprise Architecture Must Take a Leadership Role
October-01-2008 Butler Group says that to improve competitiveness, organizations must urgently address the growing dislocation between the business requirements and IT deliverables.

Unified Communications: A Practical Approach
Scott Schauer September-30-2008 More than eight out of ten companies are moving toward unified communications solutions.

Company Processes Go Green With New Adobe Portfolio
Deanna Hartley September-29-2008 Now companies can save trees and money while maximizing efficiency for work-related procedures.

Company Processes Go Green With New Adobe Portfolio
Deanna Hartley September-29-2008 Now companies can save trees and money while maximizing efficiency for work-related procedures.

Elect IT: Technology and the Democratic Process
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman September-29-2008 As the 2008 U.S. presidential election inches closer, voters come prepared with more knowledge than ever.

Global Information Security Law Guide Launched
September-29-2008 "Information Security Law: The Emerging Standard for Corporate Compliance" provides an overview of those laws that govern corporate information security obligations and identifies the emerging worldwide standard for compliance.

Fasthosts Launches One-Year Free Unlimited Reseller Web Hosting
September-29-2008 Fasthosts Internet Inc., a reseller Web hosting provider, has launched in the U.S. and accompanied its debut with an offer of one year of free unlimited reseller Web hosting.

(ISC)2 Launches Security Certification to Reduce Application Vulnerabilities
September-29-2008 (ISC)² (�ISC-squared�), a not-for-profit organization educating and certifying information security professionals, announced preparations for a new certification.

Stevens Institute Leadership Faculty to Deliver Online Modules
September-29-2008 In a unique partnership, Stevens Institute of Technology and Amway to collaborate on providing key Amway personnel with 21st-century leadership skills.

AOTMP Offers Professional Development in Managing Enterprise Telecom and IT
September-29-2008 AOTMP University recently unveiled a new career development program dedicated to telecom and IT professionals and implementing industry standards and best practices into enterprise management processes.

Online Degrees: Friend or Foe?
Agatha Gilmore September-26-2008 How does the school know if work is legitimate, and how do students know the degrees carry weight?

Health Care Service Corp. Named Best Place to Work for Blacks in Technology
September-26-2008 Called the Epsilon Award, this annual recognition is given to companies that show a real commitment to diversity and to supporting African-Americans in the workplace.

SelectMinds Names Michael M. Richardson Chief Technology Officer
September-26-2008 SelectMinds, Inc., a provider of corporate social networking solutions, announced the appointment of Michael M. Richardson as chief technology officer.

Intrepidus Group Introduces PhishMe to Help With Spear Phishing Pandemic
September-26-2008 This technology is an important weapon in the fight against the fast-growing threat of spear phishing and whaling attacks, a form of cybercrime that uses e-mail-based "social engineering" to gain confidential data.

CyberShift Obtains Certification Verifying Data Safeguards
September-26-2008 CyberShift has completed independent audits to demonstrate its compliance with CICA 5970, an assessment of the design and effectiveness of the company�s controls for providing processing services to its clients.

Learn About MCSD Microsoft .NET Skills
Certification Magazine September-25-2008

OAGi and CompTIA EIDX Announce New Direction for High-Tech Standards
September-25-2008 The relationship between the Open Applications Group and the Electronic Industry Data Exchange Group of CompTIA "will ensure the voice of the high-tech customer will be the driving force for high-tech standards."

Global Knowledge Presents New Wireshark Training Courses
September-25-2008 Students will learn to use Wireshark to analyze network traffic and troubleshoot and secure TCP/IP networks while preparing for the Wireshark Certification Exam.

Phishing: Electronic Social Engineering
Mano Paul September-24-2008 While there are many ways to glean information from unsuspecting people, technology has made it easier.

Fortune Execs: Education System Failing to Produce Competitive Workers in Science and Math
September-24-2008 Execs say the presidential candidates should be very concerned about the country�s ability to attract and retain science, technology, engineering and mathematics workers to maintain global leadership in science and technology.

CompTIA Creating Futures With Scholarship Rewards Program
Kellye Whitney September-23-2008 CompTIA's Educational Foundation acts as a helping hand for would-be techies from underutilized groups.

Web 2.0 Is Changing the Way Enterprises Think About IT
September-23-2008 A new report reveals how speed, agility, mobility, innovation and reuse are forcing organizations to push aside old technologies, models and architectures to make way for the brave new world of Web 2.0.

U.S. and Chinese Computers Launched Most of Year�s Cyberattacks, Says SecureWorks
September-23-2008 According to SecureWorks' publication of the locations of computers from which cyberattacks were attempted, the U.S. topped the list with 20.6 million attempted attacks.

Novell Expands Endpoint Security Management With Network Access Control
September-23-2008 This newest member of the ZENworks product line ensures security in heterogeneous network environments by using policies to grant or deny access to the network based on tests that determine if a device meets defined criteria.

Why So Blue? Study Finds Low IT Worker Engagement
Meagan Polakowski September-22-2008 A recent study by consulting firm BlessingWhite found that employee engagement is low in the field of IT.

New Online Storage Service Includes Social and Exchange Features
Deanna Hartley September-22-2008 Wuala allows users to store, back up, access and even share files, photos and videos anywhere in the world.

HIMSS Set to Host Virtual Conference & Expo
September-22-2008 The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) will host its fourth Virtual Conference & Expo Nov. 19-20.

Wyse and Novell Deliver Wyse Enhanced SUSE Linux Enterprise
September-22-2008 Wyse Technology, a global provider of thin computing, and Novell announced the joint delivery of Wyse Enhanced SUSE Linux Enterprise.

Browser Wars
Brian Summerfield September-19-2008 Google's �Chrome� has made waves thus far, but we'll see whether it can break Microsoft�s browser monopoly.

Get Familiar With Oracle Database 11g: Administration II
Certification Magazine September-18-2008

Novell Appoints Javier Colado General Manager of Partners
September-18-2008 Novell Inc. announced the appointment of Javier Colado to the new position of general manager of partners, effective immediately.

A More Informal Approach to IT Training
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman September-17-2008 Mailtrust, a business e-mail hosting provider, uses special hour-long presentations to train employees.

1&1 Launches Affiliate Portal
September-16-2008 1&1 Internet launched a Web portal for the Affiliate Sales Program, integrating more resources and raising the standard of what most affiliate programs offer their members.

INCOSE Systems Engineer Certs Offer Broad-Based Skills Validation
Meagan Polakowski September-15-2008 Earlier this year, INCOSE upgraded its certification program to a three-tiered model.

Diversity Executive Magazine Launches Today
September-15-2008 MediaTec Publishing launched the first issue of Diversity Executive magazine, delivering leading-edge strategies to create a more inclusive business culture and help leaders leverage diversity for maximum organizational gain.

Treeline Offers New Electronic Training Solutions for Soft Skills
September-15-2008 Treeline Training Inc. announced 17 new e-learning programs and an expanded library of 73 instructor-led programs to meet the growing global demand for effective soft skills at new price levels that every organization can afford.

Lieberman Software Launches Virtual Server Management Initiative
September-15-2008 Lieberman Software's User Manager Pro Suite has achieved Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V certification.

Mashups Take on the Enterprise
Kelly Shermach September-12-2008 In business, mashups -- Web applications that integrate various data -- have become increasingly popular.

Network Data Security Top Concern for IT Professionals
September-12-2008 Nearly one-third of IT professionals who responded to the poll said securing their networks and data is their main concern regarding their organizations� networks.

Homeland Security Secretary to Open Forum on National Cybersecurity
September-12-2008 This half-day forum will focus on key elements of the Cyber Initiative launched early this year by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, along with other cybersecurity efforts.

Book Addresses Challenges of Managing Virtual Teams
September-12-2008 Virtual Teams, to be published next year, shows how faculty in universities and leaders in industry can effectively exploit the fast-growing adoption of virtual teaming in online classrooms, in R&D labs and on the factory floor.

TruePosition Opens New Facility in Greater Boston
September-12-2008 TruePosition, a provider of wireless location technologies, announced the worldwide expansion of its research and development initiatives and the opening of a world-class Research and Development Center in Westborough, Mass.

Learn About IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8 Managing Servers and Users
Certification Magazine September-11-2008

Online Collaborative Databases Offer Alternative to Excel
Kelly Shermach September-11-2008 "Blist" appeals to nontechnical consumers who don�t see enough value in using Excel as a database program.

The Essential Elements of Comprehensive Endpoint Security
September-11-2008 There is little question that endpoint security is a required component of an overall security strategy.

Panel Nominates Spyware Visual Software for 2008 Award
September-11-2008 An international panel of industry experts nominated Visual CE Professional Edition for Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine�s "Best Software Award 2008" in the pocket PC database category and the smartphone database manager category.

�Free the Penguins� Initiative Brings Next-Generation Desktop Virtualization to Schools
September-10-2008 Omni Technology Solutions, Userful and Novell have created an exciting initiative to bring Multi-station Linux Desktops to computer labs and classrooms around the globe.

Safari Books� Expanded Collection Published From User-Generated Feedback
September-10-2008 Safari Books Online announced it has expanded its collection of books from SitePoint, a media company focused on designers, developers and creative professionals.

Cheetah Learning Launches Project Risk Management Online Course
September-10-2008 Due to an increasingly competitive business environment, managing risk using formal techniques, methods and tools was recently credentialed by PMI and is supported by an online-class offering by Cheetah Learning.

Networking Plays Key Role in Passive Recruiting
Deanna Hartley September-08-2008 With the popularity of the Internet and increased need for skilled IT pros, passive recruiting is growing.

WebReplay Automates Web Surfing, Testing, Data Extraction
September-08-2008 Designed for Web developers, site administrators and quality assurance engineers, WebReplay 2.0 makes automating your browser a walk in the park.

Novell CEO to Keynote Interop New York
September-08-2008 �Making IT Work As One,� will outline Novell's solutions strategy, with a focus on delivering customer value by reducing cost, complexity and risk in today's mixed IT environments.

Learn About IBM Lotus Notes Domino 7
Certification Magazine September-04-2008 These questions are based on 737: IBM Lotus Notes Domino 7 Using LotusScript in IBM Lotus Domino 7 Applicati

What We Like
Certmag Editor September-04-2008 Gaming the Olympics; A War of Words; The Inbox Fixer-Upper

Google Chrome Wins Full-On Support From Auslogics
September-04-2008 Auslogics' computer performance optimization software will protect the privacy of Google Chrome users, as well as optimize the new browser speed, all by the end of September.

Comodo CEO Downloadable on Practical E-Commerce Podcast
September-04-2008 Melih Abdulhayoglu spoke about how enhancing computer security reassures online shoppers their information is safe, and he urged e-merchants to adopt the sophisticated extended validation (EV) SSL technology.

iTunes Causes Performance Lag: Check RAM and Prioritize Processes
Andrew Bonslater September-03-2008 Troubleshooting iTunes on a Windows XP computer

Gambit Releases Virtual Lab for Cisco ICND2
September-03-2008 Gambit Communications, a provider of network simulation tools, announced the general availability of MIMIC Virtual Lab CCNA version 3.42. MIMIC Virtual Lab is an enhanced PC-based training tool to support Cisco CCNA certification.

Novell Announces GroupWise Open Beta
September-03-2008 Available as a free download, the beta offers customers a single solution that combines traditional e-mail and calendaring functionality in a personal dashboard with team collaboration workspaces and new Web 2.0 resources.

Cluster Databases and an Alternative
Kelly Shermach September-02-2008 Databases for popular Web sites and applications noticeably groan under the stress of success.

Networks at War
Brian Summerfield September-02-2008 Entire military doctrines recently have been formulated around the notion of using networks to fight wars.

46 Percent of Americans Concerned About E-Mails Being Scanned For Ads
September-02-2008 Almost half of American consumers admit to having concerns about their free e-mail provider scanning personal e-mails for advertising purposes, according to research released today by GMX.

IT Employees Are Grumpy the World Over
September-02-2008 �Compared with employees in other functions, IT workers are unusually independent and tend to identify more with their profession than with the organization,� said BlessingWhite CEO Christopher Rice.

Bill4Time Mobile Transforms iPhone, iPod Touch Into Remote Time-Tracking Systems
September-02-2008 iPhone and iPod Touch now can be used to track a company's time, billing, scheduling and projects with Web-based time billing and case management system Bill4Time. The Mobile option will be included free with every subscription.

Slow Economy Is Causing Flat or Lower Salary Expectations for Job Seekers
September-02-2008 In addition to creating higher unemployment and job-loss fears, the weakened economy is also casting a shadow on the psyches of job candidates and how aggressively they bargain for starting salaries.

InFocus CEO Robert O�Malley Elected Chairman of Board for CompTIA
September-02-2008 Robert G. O�Malley, CEO of InFocus Corp., the industry pioneer and a global leader in the digital projection market, was elected chairman of the CompTIA Board of Directors at the association�s annual Breakaway conference.

Position Yourself for Job-Search Success
Katherine Spencer Lee September-01-2008 Good news: The techniques that can help you secure new employment are the same in any market conditions.

The Accessibility Issue
Agatha Gilmore August-29-2008 The availability of DAISY (Digital Accessible Information SYstem) could majorly impact computer use.

A Web Storefront Product for Developers, by Developers
Kelly Shermach August-29-2008 For many small and midsize companies, building and maintaining integration software can be a lot of work.

Symantec�s Improved DLP System to Impact Storage Industry
Deanna Hartley August-29-2008 The system features enhanced management and the ability to scan SQL databases natively.

Learn About Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 2
Certification Magazine August-28-2008 These questions are based on 640-816: Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 2

Network Administration: Working From the Ground Up
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman August-28-2008 Network administrators have a lot on their plates, tackling everything from network security to VPNs.

Americans Most 'Web-Friendly' Culture
August-28-2008 Americans use the Web more effectively to gain friends than Europeans, according to new research. Some 53 percent of Americans have made at least one friend online; Germans are second, with 51 percent gaining a friend online.

IBM Signs on as Top Sponsor of Government Talent Management Forum
August-28-2008 IBM will present a special session titled, �The Future of Talent Management: Assessing Today to Plan for Tomorrow,� at the event in Washington on Sept. 17.

Post-Olympic Slump Will See Reallocation of Manufacturing IT Budgets
August-28-2008 According to analyst Datamonitor, now that the Olympics have ended, China's manufacturing industry will continue to slow as the business outlook within the manufacturing industry darkens.

CompTIA Security+ Surpasses 50,000-Certified Milestone
August-28-2008 A 2008 CompTIA survey of more than 2,000 IT professionals with responsibility for their organizations' security found that a growing number of organizations are requiring security certification such as CompTIA Security+.

The Title Is Information Officer... Chief Information Officer
John Bostick August-26-2008 Legendary James Bond actor Sean Connery managed to avoid typecasting. Senior IT executives, take heed.

Proventsure Releases Next-Generation Governance and Compliance Software
August-26-2008 Proventsure's proprietary and revolutionary patent-pending software discovers regulated information within an organization and automatically assesses the level of risk to which this information is exposed.

Novell Starter Pack Helps Customers and Partners Jump-Start Productivity
August-26-2008 Available as an easy, preinstalled download, the Starter Pack is a risk-free way for organizations to try next-generation collaboration tools and experience more productive and creative teamwork to drive business results.

Beijing Olympics Spur Flurry of Unlawful Internet Activity
Deanna Hartley August-25-2008 While billions of viewers were tuning in, cyber criminals were scheming to make a quick buck.

Show Me the Skills: Collabera Values Demonstration of Knowledge
Agatha Gilmore August-25-2008 In today�s competitive IT marketplace, Collabera looks beyond the degree and values the lessons learned.

Ability USA Introduces Low-Cost Office Software
August-25-2008 Ability USA recently announced the availability of a new version of office suite software targeting home users, corporate users, educational institutions and resellers in North America.

CompTIA Presents Best of Show Awards at Breakaway Conference
August-25-2008 The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has recognized five companies at the forefront of technology innovation for their product, sales and marketing strategies.

IU School of Informatics on Computerworld's Top Schools to Watch List
August-25-2008 Compiled by a panel of more than two dozen IT executives, managers, and academics, the listed schools were selected based on how well they were keeping pace with today's IT workplace and the relevance of their curricula.

Pink Elephant to Offer First ITIL V3 Intermediate Courses
August-25-2008 For ITIL V3 Foundations certified practitioners, the ITIL Intermediates offer more advanced, role-based training with a focus on specific clusters of processes and functions.

Tech Wages Remain Steady After Decline in First Quarter
August-25-2008 Wages for technology professionals in the second quarter of 2008 remained mostly unchanged compared to the same period in 2007, according to the latest "Yoh Index of Technology Wages."

A Threat to Your Career: Combating Certification Fraud
Bill Horzempa August-22-2008 When people cheat to obtain IT credentials, the value of certification is diminished for everyone.

Designing Messaging Solutions With Microsoft Exchange Server 2007
Certification Magazine August-21-2008 These questions are based on 70-237: Pro: Designing Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007

Slamming Spamming
Deanna Hartley August-20-2008 Must we begin to protect our email addresses much like we do our credit card or social security information?

Apple Adds HyperOffice to iPhone App Store
August-20-2008 HyperOffice transforms the iPhone into a tool for mobile business. Users connect to secure corporate e-mail, contacts, calendars, tasks and notes � and share documents and data without Microsoft Exchange and Sharepoint.

Software Company Receives $1M to Green the World�s Computer Industry
August-20-2008 Userful Corp. helped customers cut global CO2 emissions by more than 29,000 tons in the past year and is preparing to ramp up sales of its ecologically friendly software that�s already revolutionized more than 30,000 desktops worldwide.

AOTMP Presents First-Ever Virtual Conference for Telecom and IT Pros
August-20-2008 The one-day event will include educational presentations led by AOTMP experts. It will also feature interactive Q&A sessions and live panel discussions led by industry experts and thought leaders in telecom environment management.

Brown Mackie College Launches Bachelor�s Program in Health Care Management
August-20-2008 Brown Mackie College - Merrillville is now offering a new Bachelor of Science degree program in health care management. The program requires 180 quarter credit hours and 2,252 contact hours.

Auslogics BoostSpeed Gets 5 Stars From CNet Editors
August-20-2008 According to CNet editors, BoostSpeed 4.1 is an effective all-around performance enhancing tool that comes highly recommended.

Tim Stem Appointed as VP of IT Strategy and Software Engineering at Pharmagistics Group
August-20-2008 Pharmagistics Group announced that Tim Stem has been named vice president of IT strategy and software engineering. Since joining Pharmagistics, Stem has led the development of the company�s technology-related infrastructure.

Entrepreneur Robert Blackwell Jr. Guides 2 Global Companies to International Prominence
August-20-2008 Electronic Knowledge Interchange (EKI), a Chicago technology solutions provider, has done anything but go unnoticed by competitors, or major computer giants like Microsoft and IBM.

So You Want to Be an IT Major
Deanna Hartley August-19-2008 With so many options in IT today, students should flesh out purely technical majors with business classes.

CompTIA Spotlights PDI+ at Recharger World Expo 2008
August-19-2008 CompTIA will present three certification forums and exhibit in Booth No. 2609 at Recharger World Expo 2008, scheduled for Aug. 20-22 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center in Las Vegas.

AT&T Seeks Best Mobile Application in New England
August-19-2008 Fast-Pitch New England is a mobile application developer competition akin to a high-tech version of "American Idol." It is designed to promote the local tech community while underscoring AT&T's commitment to innovation.

Utility Factory Releases FileBoss V2 Upgrade of Power File Manager
August-19-2008 The Utility Factory has released FileBoss Version 2. This release adds a completely new, user-friendly yet highly configurable interface to better access FileBoss's powerful file management system.

CompTIA Expands Certification in Response to Industry Needs
Deanna Hartley August-18-2008 This month, CompTIA added a new module for Virtual Classroom Trainers to its CTT+ certification.

Alternative Tech Careers Safer From Outsourcing
Kellye Whitney August-18-2008 IT pros willing to branch out and consider alternative paths might reduce their risk of being outsourced.

Learning Goes Digital
Agatha Gilmore August-18-2008 A new 21-month EMTM program is virtually all online.

Congress Launches 1st National Research Program on Technology and Learning
August-18-2008 Congress has authorized a major new research center, the National Center for Research in Advanced Information and Digital Technologies, that will bring focused, sustained research funding to technology and learning.

What We Like
Certmag Editor August-15-2008 Certmag reviews Iron Man; clickable online maps; networking on Ning.

Outbound IVR Services to Increase Nearly 250 Percent by 2013
August-15-2008 A new report by Datamonitor reveals the North American market for hosted outbound integrated voice response (IVR) services is set to more than double from an estimated $213 million in 2008 to $524 million by 2013.

IT Channel Seeing Growth in RFID Projects, CompTIA Survey Reveals
August-15-2008 The survey found that 46 percent of IT channel companies' customers have implemented one or more RFID solutions. This is an increase from a 2007 survey, when the figure was 34 percent.

Using Vista Client and Office System 2007 Desktops
Certification Magazine August-14-2008

Are IP Addresses Traceable?
Andrew Bonslater August-14-2008 Can someone really tell who you are by using your IP address?

Thinking Like a Politician Can Benefit Your Career
Katherine Spencer Lee August-13-2008 The same strategies that propel politicians to the top are similar to those needed to succeed in business.

CompTIA Creating Futures Program Receives $10K Grant
August-13-2008 CompTIA announced it has received a $10,000 grant from the Lenovo Hope Fund, a philanthropic fund created by Lenovo Group, a global provider of personal computers.

The Extended Extinction of CDs
Daniel Margolis August-12-2008 It seems pretty basic to conclude that CD sales are in decline because of downloading.

Teaching Project Management Skills
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman August-12-2008 Information technology is no longer just about creating a product; it�s also about managing the development.

The Paperless Clinical Trial: Closer than You Think
August-12-2008 Life sciences companies globally are turning to e-clinical solutions, in particular electronic data capture and clinical trials management systems, in a bid to improve inefficiencies and cut costs during expensive clinical trials.

OpenSUSE Project Releases Version 1.0 of openSUSE Build Service
August-12-2008 The first major release of the Build Service provides developers with direct access to the code repositories for the openSUSE Linux distribution, thus streamlining the ability for all developers to contribute code.

N.C. Executives Distinguished as Tech Industry Knowledge Leaders
August-12-2008 Calyptix Security is proud to announce that Ben Yarbrough, CEO of Calyptix, and Dan Wilson, president of Waypoint Solutions Group, have been named to the list of most influential people in the managed services industry.

Company Helps Employers Address Recruitment Challenges
Deanna Hartley August-11-2008 SAP has expanded and retooled its certification program to appeal to more students.

Technology Integrator: Specialized Skills for the Smart Home
John Venator August-11-2008 Most consumers aren't able to effectively integrate home systems. That�s opened the door for skilled pros.

Spammers Use Google Sites to Host Spam
August-11-2008 MessageLabs' July Intelligence Report highlights that spammers continued the trend of abusing Google�s hosted applications to host spam.

Indiana College Presents �Education Day�
August-11-2008 Brown Mackie College-Merrillville will host Education Day, 'Grow. Evolve. Become.' on Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In Slumping Economy, Colleges Forced to Keep Enrollment Numbers Up
August-08-2008 The U.S. economy is forcing colleges and universities to find new tactics to accommodate students' growing need for financial aid and maintain enrollment numbers.

IBM Embedded Software Gives Mobile Customers Access to Lotus E-Mail
August-08-2008 To power businesses and consumers with mobile Web computing capabilities, IBM has expanded its relationship with wireless carriers to provide broader e-mail access to customers who use IBM Lotus Notes and Domino on their devices.

Fidelis Security Systems Wins Reader Trust Award for Network Data Leakage Prevention
August-08-2008 Fidelis Security Systems announced that Network Products Guide, a communications publication, has named the Fidelis Extrusion Prevention System, Fidelis XPS, the winner of the 2008 Best Products and Services Award.

Americans Divided on Airplane Cell Phone Use, Says Special Report
August-08-2008 Americans are divided on whether cell phones should be allowed during flights, with people age 65 and older more likely to oppose their use than those between 18 and 34, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

District Court of Maryland Selects Triumfant Software for Computer Problems
August-08-2008 Triumfant announced the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland has purchased Triumfant Resolution Manager, which identifies and fixes problems in desktops, laptops and servers before the problems become service-desk calls.

Learn About A+ IT Technician
Certification Magazine August-07-2008 These questions are based on 220-602: A+ IT Technician. CompTIA Self Test

United in IT: Tech Culture Breaks Down Barriers Abroad
Deanna Hartley August-07-2008 Information technology has become a globally pervasive industry that goes beyond just computing.

New Forensic Technology Will Provide Unprecedented Data Access, Speed of Discovery
August-07-2008 The partnership of Passware Inc. and Perlustro LP has enabled the development of a new technology that will allow forensics specialists to access system data indexes on all Microsoft platforms.

CompTIA and OnForce Team to Raise Skill Levels of IT Service Professionals
August-07-2008 CompTIA and OnForce, a marketplace for IT service professionals, announced they are working together to bring training and certification opportunities to more than 12,000 IT technicians.

Plateau Extends iContent Offerings With 3 New Partners
August-07-2008 Plateau Systems, a provider of talent management software, services and solutions, announced the expansion of its iContent solution offerings, adding three new partners: Martec International, StarQuest Online and NIIT.

Comodo Expert to Speak at Workshop on Cryptography
August-07-2008 Comodo announced Dr. Colin Walter, head of cryptography at Comodo's Digital Trust Research Lab, will present at the "Workshop on Cryptographic Hardware & Embedded Systems 2008" in Washington from Aug. 10 to 13.

PMI Introduces Risk Management Professional Credential
August-07-2008 A credential for project managers who specialize in project risk management is now available through PMI.

MWH Global Looks for Complete Package of Skills
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman August-06-2008 The company looks specifically for IT professionals who are versed in global etiquette.

IBM and Partners to Deliver Microsoft-Free Desktops Worldwide
August-06-2008 For the first time, IBM and leading Linux distributors Canonical/Ubuntu, Novell and Red Hat will join forces globally with their hardware partners to deliver Microsoft-free personal computing choices with Lotus Notes and Lotus Symphony.

Keep ID Security in Mind as You Return to School
August-06-2008 Millions of Americans will be returning to school soon. Schools are traditionally unprotected environments, and keeping your data secure in the library and classroom is critical to the security of your identity.

A Glimpse Into IBM Professional Certification
Laura Calley and Kate Dawson August-05-2008 IBM's offerings span across all segments of the IT industry: hardware, software, consulting and services.

Safari Books Online to Host Splash Media�s Training Videos for Technology, Design and Business
August-05-2008 Splash Media and Safari Books Online announced a partnership to add Splash�s extensive video library of creative professional and business training content to Safari Books Online�s on-demand digital library.

Consumer Reports Reveals Government Among Biggest Sources of ID Leaks
August-05-2008 Consumer Reports analyzed public records on data breaches and found that more than 230 security lapses by the government from 2005 to 2008 resulted in the exposure of at least 44 million consumer records containing sensitive data.

McAfee Wins User-Choice Award for Security
August-05-2008 McAfee Inc. announced that its McAfee Total Protection Service Advanced was named as a winner of the "2008 Community Choice Awards" in the Antispam Solution Business Category by Penton Media's Windows IT Pro.

Comodo Security Forum Reaches 50,000 Members
August-05-2008 The Comodo Forum is a community of members that share information, help fellow members resolve technical issues and most significantly provide direct input into the development of Comodo solutions.

Yahoo Engineering Veteran Joins Jobvite as CTO
August-05-2008 Jobvite provider of next-generation recruitment solutions, announced Adam Hyder has joined the company as chief technology officer (CTO). He will lead all technology and engineering development.

TruePosition Wins Permanent Injunction Against Andrew Corp.
August-05-2008 TruePosition announced a Delaware District Court issued a permanent injunction prohibiting Andrew Corp. from making, using, selling or offering to sell control channel Uplink Time Difference of Arrival location technology.

RIM Answers the Call for BlackBerry Certs
Meagan Polakowski August-04-2008 In May, the maker of the Blackberry unveiled a new BlackBerry Certification Program.

Is It the End of Books as We Know Them?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman August-04-2008 Will the book stand the test of time, or will it become a dinosaur of the past?

Center for Internet Security�s New Executive Team Will Drive Innovation, Growth
August-04-2008 The executive team includes Bert Miuccio, CEO, Blake Frantz, CTO, and Steven Piliero, CSO. Miuccio succeeds Clint Kreitner, who has served as CEO since the inception of CIS in 2000.

Motorola Names Former Qualcomm COO as Co-CEO
August-04-2008 Sanjay Jha and Greg Brown, co-CEOs of Motorola, will share responsibility for the company as it moves toward separating into two independent, publicly traded companies.

Indiana University Faculty Receive Grant From Computing Research Association
August-04-2008 Two Indiana University School of Informatics faculty members received a grant to investigate whether a social networking component for the Wii gaming platform increases user acceptance and social connectedness among the elderly.

Help & Manual Wins Software Industry Conference Award
August-04-2008 EC Software announces its flagship product, Help & Manual 5, has won a prestigious award at the 18th annual Software Industry Conference in Boston.

Manufacturers� Spend on Warranty Management to Exceed $1B
August-04-2008 Investment in warranty management technology solutions in the manufacturing sector is set to grow as manufacturers globally seek out additional cost and revenue opportunities.

Keeping Pace With Web 2.0 May Be Only Way to Remain Competitive
August-04-2008 Organizations risk losing their competitive edge if they fail to engage with Web 2.0 technologies. IT Governance has published a report on the opportunities and threats Web 2.0 presents to the business world.

The China Boom
Alex Tong August-01-2008 China reveals itself to be a qualification-driven society.

Learn About CompTIA A+ Essentials
Certification Magazine July-31-2008 These questions are based on CompTIA A+ Essentials exam 220-601. Self Test Software Practice

Back-to-School Debate: IT Degree or Certification?
Agatha Gilmore July-31-2008 Figuring out the best course of study will help you lay the groundwork for the career of your dreams.

Next-Generation Mobile Applications
Kelly Shermach July-31-2008 The fight between Adobe and Microsoft will depend on industry developers and the demands of consumers.

Wireless History Foundation Gains Industry-Wide Momentum
July-31-2008 The foundation, designed to preserve and promote the rich history of wireless, will hold its kickoff event Oct. 13 at the Drake Hotel in downtown Chicago. The date marks the 25th anniversary of the start of cellular communications.

Interns Should Make Themselves Memorable
July-31-2008 A summer job is far too important to just exit without making certain that you are well-remembered. �You should use the next few weeks as part of a plan to make a lasting impression,� said Robert Graber, founder of WallStJobs.com.

Gartner: IT Companies Will Be Cautious in Hiring in 2009
July-30-2008 Although the recruitment and retention of skilled IT professionals continues, IT organizations will be cautious about their hiring plans in 2008 and 2009 in response to potential IT budget cuts.

Philippine Program Mandates IT Competency for Schoolteachers
July-30-2008 The Philippine government is launching a massive digital literacy program to develop and validate public schoolteachers' information and communications technology (ICT) skills using Certiport.

Tech on Top in Down Job Market
Meagan Polakowski July-28-2008 Are you a highly skilled IT professional hot on the job search? If so, a recent study offers good news.

Alternative Credit Histories
Kelly Shermach July-28-2008 Alternative credit databases embrace those who are unbanked, without credit or in credit recovery.

University Supercomputers to Aid Indiana Business Development
July-28-2008 Indiana University and Purdue University announced the availability of a new Web site aimed at helping Indiana businesses harness the power of one of the world's fastest supercomputers.

New 1&1 CEO to Participate at HostingCon Panel in Chicago
July-28-2008 Oliver Mauss, CEO of 1&1 Internet, will appear in a panel discussion at HostingCon 2008 in Chicago on July 29.

Study Finds Pervasive Networking Talent Shortfall in North America
July-28-2008 According to an IDC white paper sponsored by Cisco Learning Institute, there is a 60,000-person shortfall between the supply of networking talent and the market demand for highly skilled information technology (IT) workers.

Triumfant Compliance Manager Gains NIST SCAP Validation
July-24-2008 Triumfant Compliance Manager has achieved NIST Security Content Automation Protocol validation in accordance with the OMB Federal Desktop Core Configuration (FDCC) security mandate for all federal agencies.

Tech Tools Will Change the Way Medicine Is Practiced
July-24-2008 Clinical decision support tools, technologies that provide information to aid the diagnosis and treatment of patients, are set to fundamentally change the way medicine is practiced, says a Datamonitor report.

iMAT Antennas From SkyCross Enable the First USB Device Certified by the WiMAX Forum
July-24-2008 Following months of testing, the MIMAX device passed the strict WiMAX Forum conformance standards and multiple input, multiple output (MIMO) requirements.

Improved Hosting-Application Vault Simplifies Installation of Open-Source Applications
July-24-2008 By purchasing a Dotster Web site-hosting plan, Dotster business and personal users can quickly install more than 30 of the Web�s most popular open-source applications from their hosting control panel with just a few clicks.

Create Help Files, Web Content, XML Files With Help & Manual v5
July-23-2008 In addition to being a classic help-authoring tool, Help & Manual's multiuser capabilities let teams of content managers create a CMS without having to wrestle with database or server software.

Comodo Releases Update to Trustix Enterprise Firewall
July-23-2008 Trustix Enterprise Firewall version 4.8.1 (TEF), an enterprise class, open-source LINUX-based free firewall solution, provides robust perimeter protection to corporate networks and delivers the highest levels of security.

Time-Strapped IT Pros Need Accurate Online Info
Meagan Polakowski July-21-2008 A new study finds that IT pros don't have time to collaborate and often rely on inaccurate online research.

Get Familiar With CAPM, Third Edition
Certification Magazine July-21-2008

Stevens Offers Certificate in Health Care IT Management
July-21-2008 Stevens Institute of Technology this fall will launch the country's first graduate certificate program at a management school to prepare professionals for careers in the health care industry.

Novell Presents on Latest Open-Source Trends at OSCON 2008
July-21-2008 Novell announced its participation in OSCON 2008. Through demonstrations and presentations, attendees will learn about a few of Novell's most innovative open source solutions and projects.

Get Securitrained: Be Aware, Be Skilled, Be Certified
Mano Paul July-20-2008 With the industry full of examples of security vulnerabilities, security education is critical today.

Virus Follows User to New Computer
Andrew Bonslater July-19-2008 Troubleshooting DSL or wireless Internet on a laptop running XP Pro.

New IT Job Titles Emphasize Business
Kellye Whitney July-18-2008 When building a career, forward thinking can be a serious advantage.

Networking Compensation: A Review
Brian Summerfield July-18-2008 To get a rough picture of networking compensation trends, let's analyze findings from past Salary Surveys.

Dell Rolls Out Storage Management Consulting Services
Deanna Hartley July-18-2008 The new consulting services range from storage management to data protection to disaster-recovery.

IT Professionals Lack On-the-Job Resources
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman July-18-2008 IT trainers must also provide an immediate, up-to-date resource that is integrated into training curricula.

NetLib Encryptionizer Serves as Tool for PCI DSS Compliance
July-18-2008 NetLib is positioning its principal product, Encryptionizer, to assist companies in achieving Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard compliance, commonly referred to as PCI DSS.

Get Familiar With Windows Communication Application Development
Certification Magazine July-17-2008 These questions are based on 70-503 TS: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 - Windows Communication Foundati

Technology Leaders to Present at Agile 2008 Software Engineering Conference
July-17-2008 GeoLearning Inc. announced that two of its senior technology leaders will present sessions at the upcoming Agile 2008 Software Engineering Conference Aug. 4-8 at The Sheraton Centre Hotel in Toronto.

Illinois, South Dakota Top List of Most Spammed States
July-17-2008 MessageLabs, a provider of messaging and Web security services to businesses worldwide, announced year-to-date spam rates for individual U.S. states, according to MessageLabs Intelligence data.

Microsoft Certifies IM-Translate for 'Messenger'
July-16-2008 IM-Translate announces that Microsoft Corp. has certified its instant message translator for Windows Live Messenger (known as MSN Messenger).

Indiana University Grads Win Microsoft Imagine Cup
July-15-2008 Two Indiana University School of Informatics graduates took a first-place award at the prestigious Imagine Cup finals, an international competition sponsored by Microsoft Corp. in Paris.

Calyptix Supports Event for Small-Business IT Professionals
July-15-2008 Calyptix Security is offering members of the IT community multiple chances to win a free registration for the SMB Nation 6th annual Fall Conference on its Web site.

Study Finds Security Threats Growing on Mobile Technology
Deanna Hartley July-14-2008 Security threats on handheld and mobile computing devices have significantly increased during the past year.

Tech-Sector Employees Among Most Restless
July-14-2008 Workers for North American technology companies are less likely to remain with their present employers than their counterparts in most industries, according to a survey of 3,342 employees by global consultants BlessingWhite.

Latin America Grows in Popularity as Global Sourcing Location
July-14-2008 The use of global delivery models is now common practice within the business process outsourcing (BPO) market, and Latin America is becoming an increasingly popular destination for IT services and BPO vendors.

Stay Strong During Recession: Demonstrate Your Value
Katherine Spencer Lee July-11-2008 Regardless of the business climate, it�s a wise move to consider your value to your company.

1&1 Provides Professional E-Mail for iPhone 3G
July-11-2008 1&1 Internet Inc. announced support for Apple's new iPhone 3G with its professional e-mail solution, 1&1 Microsoft Exchange. iPhone users can enjoy access to e-mails, appointments and contacts, anytime and anywhere.

Thinking �Lean� and �Green� Can Serve as Career Insurance
July-11-2008 WallStJobs.com Founder Robert Graber suggests spearheading a carpooling program or seeking out corporate efficiencies to show your bottom-line importance to your company.

Get Familiar With Exchange Server 2007, Configuring
Certification Magazine July-10-2008 These questions are based on 70-236: TS: Exchange Server 2007, Configuring Self Te

Previewing Microsoft Surface
Daniel Margolis July-10-2008 Computing via large, touch-screen interaction has yet to move beyond ATMs and airport kiosks.

W. Hord Tipton Assumes Executive Director Role at (ISC)2
July-10-2008 (ISC)2 announced its Board of Directors has appointed W. Hord Tipton, CISSP-ISSEP, CAP, CISA, CNSS, to the role of executive director. Tipton replaces Eddie Zeitler, CISSP, who left the company to pursue other interests.

New Software Offers RSS Feed and Podcast Management
July-10-2008 This Windows application enables you to create, edit and publish RSS feeds and podcasts surprisingly fast and easy and has an unprecedented number of features, including podcasting support, a WYSIWYG HTML editor and XML editor.

CohesiveFT Delivers Elastic Servers to Skytap�s Cloud-Based Platform
July-10-2008 The combined solution will provide application development and test teams the capability to dynamically assemble and deploy custom application stacks to a virtual test cloud, freeing them from time-consuming build and setup tasks.

Comodo EV SSL Certificates and Firefox 3 Make Internet Safer
July-10-2008 The release of Firefox, version 3, marks an important milestone in the widespread adoption of Extended Validation (EV) SSL Certificates as part of new browser security measures designed to protect Mozilla users from phishing sites.

Spread the Knowledge: Becoming an IT Trainer
Ken Wagner July-09-2008 There are a number of questions you may want to ask yourself before becoming an IT trainer.

New to 1&1: MailXchange
July-09-2008 MailXchange is a 1&1 hosted solution, requiring no server management or licensing fees from customers, and offers an affordable alternative to Microsoft Exchange and SharePoint.

Free Guide Offers Advice on Backup Air-Conditioners for Equipment Rooms
July-09-2008 MovinCool has announced the publication of a new free guide for IT managers, �Preventing IT Heat Disasters: Backup Air Conditioners for Small to Mid-Size Server Rooms and Network Closets.�

New York, Houston Are Top Cities for Entry-Level Jobs
July-09-2008 While summer may not be the peak of the college recruiting season, the Top 25 Cities for July boast 40,000 entry-level job openings across 16 states.

Comodo�s CEO Named Entrepreneur of the Year
July-09-2008 Comodo announced that Comodo CEO and Chief Security Architect Melih Abdulhayoglu received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2008 Award in the Information Technology Software Category in New Jersey.

New Employment Site Protects Candidate Identity
July-09-2008 QuietHire.com provides an innovative method for all employable candidates to remain completely anonymous and yet allow them to be discovered for new job opportunities without ever posting a resume or other personal information.

Global Knowledge Launches New Cisco Training Courses
July-09-2008 Global Knowledge announced the addition of new courses for each of the three new Cisco certifications that build upon CCNA: CCNA Security Certification, CCNA Voice Certification and CCNA Wireless Certification.

AJAX and E-Commerce Now Offered on Allen Learning Portals
July-09-2008 In keeping aligned with Web 2.0 technologies, use of AJAX is now part of the Allen Learning Portal and the Project Management Portal, and e-commerce capabilities are now an integrated option on the Allen Learning Portal.

Committee Adds New Cert for XQuery and XML DB
July-09-2008 The new XML Master Professional Database Administrator certification is designed for database professionals, who must pass the XML Master Basic Exam and the XML Master Professional Database Administrator exam to become certified.

Trainer1: Deliver Learning on iPhone with ToolBook 9.5
July-09-2008 Trainer1 has revealed that ToolBook�s producer, SumTotal Systems, is about to release ToolBook 9.5. Trainer1 confirms it is possible to connect the iPhone to a learning management system and to use iPhones to deliver learning materials.

Analyzing the Societal Effects of YouTube
Daniel Margolis July-08-2008 Online video is an explosive new medium, and YouTube has proven to be dominant in this arena.

E-motional.com Announces Update of Security and Access Control Software
July-08-2008 E-motional.com Software announced the release of version 2.10 of "Unlock Administrator" software that controls user access to a locked Windows workstation.

Cisco Adds 3 Specializations to CCNA
Meagan Polakowski July-07-2008 A looming IT talent shortage and growing need for specialization prompted Cisco to introduce new programs.

OpenSUSE Project Announces Availability of OpenSUSE 11.0
July-07-2008 The openSUSE Project announced that openSUSE 11.0 is available for download at openSUSE.org. OpenSUSE 11.0 is the latest release of the community Linux distribution and a major update over the previous release.

Philip Lieberman to Appear on Panel Discussing Vista Certifications
July-07-2008 This panel of industry thought leaders will discuss Windows Vista product certifications and the impact of these certifications on the security and manageability of Vista enterprise deployments.

Learn About IBM Lotus Notes Domino 8 Building the Infrastructure
Certification Magazine July-03-2008

Waident Technology Solutions: IT Takes Back Seat to Soft Skills
Deanna Hartley July-03-2008 Candidates who interview at Chicago-based Waident Technology Solutions often return scratching their heads.

Certification Qualifies Expertise in Health Care IT Systems
Matthew Grob July-02-2008 Health care is arguably the most data-intensive industry in the world.

GMX.com Beta Attracts 100,000 Users
July-02-2008 GMX Internet Services Inc. revealed the success of the beta version of its U.S. free e-mail service, GMX.com. More than 100,000 GMX accounts have been created during the past weeks.

Nortel Introduces Expert Certification for Unified Communications
July-02-2008 Nortel is developing a portfolio of training and certification to ensure you have the knowledge and skills you need to get the most out of your unified communications solution.

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Meets Department of Defense Standards
July-02-2008 Novell is the first Linux vendor to appear on the U.S. Department of Defense Unified Capabilities Approved Products List (APL).

Comodo Launches Partner Portal With Tools for Resellers
July-02-2008 Comodo has released its Partner Portal, a destination designed for Comodo's Web hosts, resellers and affiliates, where partners can get all of the information they need to set up, promote and sell Comodo's products.

Gen Y Finds Online Entrance to 2008 Presidential Race
Agatha Gilmore July-01-2008 These days the political campaign is meeting Gen Y online.

IEEE Launches Site for New WCET Cert
July-01-2008 The IEEE Communications Society has launched a Web site to provide detailed information, ongoing updates and free resources highlighting the newly introduced Wireless Communication Engineering Technologies program.

Certification at the Entry Level
Matt Walker June-30-2008 IT certification is becoming more viable for professionals just entering the IT industry.

SkillSoft and EMC Collaborate on New Storage Technology Curriculum
June-30-2008 SkillSoft announced it is working with EMC Corp. to deliver a storage design and management curriculum designed to provide the requisite skills to become proficient in storage technology.

KnowHowDB Knowledge Management Software Increases Workplace Efficiency
June-30-2008 Incite GmbH introduces the new version of its KnowHowDB software. Central elements include extensive improvements to multiuser functionality, user administration, authorizations and MS SQL server connectivity.

Comodo Introduces Unified Communications Certificates for Channel Partners
June-27-2008 Comodo announced the availability of UC Certificates. Comodo's certificates allow a single certificate to provide SSL-secured communications for multiple domains and multiple host names operating on a single IP address or server.

Banish the �Crude Spreadsheet� Approach to Project Management
June-27-2008 A recent study by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association of 400 U.K. IT professionals found nearly half of IT projects never make it to full implementation because of a failure to deliver.

Get Familiar With Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Client
Certification Magazine June-26-2008

How a University�s Mission Affects Its IT
Agatha Gilmore June-26-2008 Public or private? Research or arts? An institution�s objectives define the role of its IT organization.

AOTMP Seeks Nominations for IT Industry Excellence Awards
June-26-2008 AOTMP is seeking nominations for the first Industry Excellence Awards, recognizing enterprises and industry suppliers committed to IT and telecom management best practices. Nominations will be accepted July 1 through Nov. 14.

Hexaware Appoints Head for North America
June-26-2008 Hexaware Technologies, a global provider of IT and BPO services and consulting, announced the appointment of Rajiv Pant as president for North America. Pant joins Hexaware from Wipro Technologies.

CIOs Reveal Effective Retention Strategies for Skilled IT Staff
Deanna Hartley June-25-2008 Attractive pay is the most effective way to improve IT staff retention.

Quotit Earns ISO 9001:2000 Certification
June-25-2008 Quotit Corp., an expert in technology for the health insurance and employee benefits industry, announced its quality management system has been certified as compliant with the International Standard (ISO) 9001:2000.

HealthPort Partners With Summit Healthcare to Provide Seamless Document Integration
June-25-2008 HealthPort, a health information management and technology company, recently announced that it has partnered with Summit Healthcare to increase the product value of its electronic document management system (HealthPort EDMS).

Customers, Partners Run Top Supercomputers on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
June-25-2008 Supercomputers around the world are running on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server from Novell. According to project TOP500, SUSE Linux Enterprise is the Linux of choice on the world's largest HPC supercomputers today.

Emportal First to Use Microsoft Fluent in HR SaaS
June-25-2008 Emportal announced it is the first SaaS-based human resource management system (HRMS) vendor to leverage the increasingly popular Microsoft 2007 user interface (UI) in its core application, Emportal HCM.

CompTIA Names Todd Thibodeaux President and CEO
June-25-2008 The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a trade association for the world�s information technology industry (IT) industry, announced that Todd Thibodeaux will become its next president and chief executive officer.

Enterprise-Class Storage Virtualization Solution Approved for Apple Environments
June-25-2008 ATTO Technology announced its Celerity 4-Gigabit Fibre Channel host adapters have been qualified for use with IBM SAN Volume Controller as a high-capacity enterprise-class storage virtualization solution for the Mac market.

Teaching IT Proves Beneficial Beyond Compensation
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman June-24-2008 IT professionals are drawn to the training and development opportunities a company provides.

First Colorado Woman Receives Rare Microsoft Recognition
June-24-2008 Microsoft Corp. recently awarded the distinction of Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Instructor to Dawn Bjork Buzbee, owner of The Software Pro.

Firms Put Themselves at Risk by Not Managing Information Effectively
June-24-2008 European IT research and advisory organization Butler Group contends that organizations need to look beyond compliance to plan the implementation of document and records management to provide business benefits.

Web-Based File Transfer Solution Offers Seamless Data Transmission
June-24-2008 Soundblaze, which makes its public debut on June 25 at Integrated Studios, Tribeca NYC, launches its easy-to-use, Web-based file transfer solution that helps professionals streamline production.

Lieberman Software Unveils Privileged Password Management Platform
June-24-2008 In response to threats posed by decrypted local passwords leading to peer-level network access, Lieberman Software Corp. announced the availability of Enterprise Random Password Manager.

Software Without Seat Belts
Mano Paul June-23-2008 Software and security features need to be built-in as a standard and not bolted on when needed.

Flash Drive Technology Set to Revolutionize Storage Industry
Deanna Hartley June-23-2008 EMC Corp. has integrated flash-based solid state drives into its core product portfolio.

Indiana Moves Toward Regulation for Virtual Schools
June-23-2008 States should develop clear guidelines and policies to allow virtual education to succeed, according to a policy brief from the Center for Evaluation and Education Policy at the Indiana University School of Education.

RapideL-i Enables Complete Design Flexibility for E-Learning Developers
June-23-2008 Brainvisa has recently innovated the WYSIWYG template within the rapid e-learning tool, RapideL-i. This template allows users to design the page the way they like, format it as required and add any media type within that course page.

Novell Joins Microsoft Server Virtualization Validation Program
June-23-2008 As a result of Novell's participation, customers can run Windows Server 2008 as a virtualized guest on top of the Xen hypervisor in SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 and receive cooperative support from either company.

Western Governors University Offers New Online Degree in Health Informatics
June-20-2008 Western Governors University now offers an online bachelor's degree in health informatics. It combines health care with IT, giving a graduate the knowledge and skills needed to design, develop and operate health information systems.

Interop Technologies Offers OpenMarket Content to Clients
June-20-2008 Interop Technologies announced it is offering content from OpenMarket Inc. to network service providers that are Interop clients.

Software Delivers Automated Removal of Sensitive Content
June-20-2008 Informative Graphics Corp. announced the release of its next-generation Redact-It Enterprise Server software, the newest offering of the company's comprehensive set of redaction solutions for the desktop to the enterprise.

Business Focus Now Dominates Information Security Manager Role
Deanna Hartley June-19-2008 The role of the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is changing.

Microsoft Honors Mariner as Microsoft Partner of the Year
June-19-2008 Mariner proudly announced it has won the 2008 Microsoft Partner of the Year award for Information Worker Solutions, Performance Management, for its delivery of market-leading customer solutions built on Microsoft technology.

The Next Big Push for Vista
Brian Summerfield June-18-2008 In the 1990s, Microsoft was the undisputed leader of IT. What a difference a decade makes.

Tom Francese to Leave Novell
June-18-2008 Novell announced Thomas M. Francese, executive vice president of worldwide sales, will leave the company, effective July 31. Francese joined Novell in October 2005 to lead the company's European sales and operations.

Hackett Group Recognizes Alcoa as World-Class IT and Finance Performer
June-18-2008 Alcoa Inc. has been recognized as a world-class performer in finance and IT by The Hackett Group Inc., a global strategic advisory firm.

Uniloc Unveils Strategies for Solving Software Licensing Challenges
June-17-2008 Uniloc unveiled its top five software licensing strategies for improving the software user experience, reducing software piracy and driving increased sales.

Highly Skilled IT Workers in Demand Despite Economy
June-17-2008 A new report issued by Veritude, a staffing services provider, reveals that IT workers with specific skills are in high demand and there is a very limited talent pool.

Global Knowledge Offers Five New Microsoft SharePoint Courses
June-17-2008 Global Knowledge has launched a portfolio of five Microsoft SharePoint training classes, including four exclusively for system administrators, power users and content managers, end users and developers.

Amazon�s Developer Tools Increasingly Adopted
Kelly Shermach June-16-2008 Amazon.com put its latest cloud-based developer tool into beta testing in mid-December.

Learn About Upgrading Your MCSE to Windows Server 2008
Certification Magazine June-16-2008 These questions are based on 70-649: TS: Upgrading Your MCSE on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Se

Harris Corp. Wins Contract for Navy Commercial Broadband Satellite Program
June-16-2008 Harris Corp. has received a potential five-year, $77 million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract from the U.S. Navy for development and production of multiband satellite communications terminals.

NetOp Tech Announces Netfilter 5.0
June-16-2008 NetOp Tech Inc. announced the latest version of its leading Internet software, Netfilter 5.0, with added features such as "Follow Me" technology with Internet protection for computers both in and out of network range.

Google, Microsoft Venture Into World of Personal Health Databases
Kelly Shermach June-13-2008 This winter, Google began storing the medical records of volunteer patients of the Cleveland Clinic.

CyberShift Named Hottest Company by START-IT Magazine
June-13-2008 CyberShift, a global provider of workforce management and expense management software and services, announced it has been named one of the �Hottest Companies� by START-IT magazine.

E-Mail Expert Addresses the White House's IT Shortcomings
Meagan Polakowski June-12-2008 Inadequate e-mail archiving is so pervasive it spreads all way to the U.S. government.

Telework Arrangements Gain Momentum in IT
Kellye Whitney June-12-2008 If you�re tired of coming into the office all the time, you are not alone.

Security Posters Aid the Battle for Employee Awareness
June-12-2008 Any organization striving to implement effective information security, or to be certified to the ISO27001 best-practice standard, can only achieve success with the active involvement of its staff.

Watch for Clues You May Be Laid Off
June-12-2008 In today�s highly volatile job market, it makes sense to be aware of signals that might mean you are heading towards a pink-slip said Robert Graber, founder of WallStJobs.com, an online hiring site.

Global Knowledge Offers Updated Cisco MARS Training Course
June-12-2008 Global Knowledge announced the launch of its updated Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis, and Response System training class that teaches using MARS to identify, manage and eliminate network attacks and maintain network compliance.

Financial-Services Institution Acts to Prevent Compliance Failures
June-12-2008 A major bank�s 6.3 million-pound fine, following misconduct in its handling of share trades, has prompted the institution to use a novel approach to provide regulatory and compliance-based information to employees.

Novell Wins Industry Award for Identity and Security Solutions
June-12-2008 Novell's identity and security management solutions have won the Best Security Solution category for the 2008 CODiE Awards, an annual program that recognizes achievement and vision in the software industry.

Wireless Pioneers Plan 25th Anniversary Celebration of Cellular
June-12-2008 A group of wireless telecommunications leaders announced plans for a dinner celebrating the 25th anniversary of the launch of cellular communications. The event, Cellular 25, is scheduled for Oct. 13 in Chicago.

Use Your IT Certifications to Get Your Degree
Western Governors University June-11-2008 You may be able to waive up to 25 percent of your degree at Western Governors University!

Get Familiar With Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator
Certification Magazine June-10-2008 These questions are based on 70-646 - PRO - Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator

Asia-Pacific Represents Exciting Growth for All Contact-Center Vendors
June-10-2008 Dynamic growth is predicted for both the number of contact centers and customer service-agent positions in Asia Pacific.

Stevens Institute's WebCampus Wins Best-Practice USDLA Award
June-10-2008 For the second time in three years, Stevens Institute of Technology's WebCampus graduate online learning unit has won the "21st Century Best Practices Award for Distance Learning" from the U.S. Distance Learning Association (USDLA).

Microsoft�s $1 Million Diversity Commitment
June-10-2008 In an effort to further diversity efforts, Microsoft Corp. recently unveiled a $1 million commitment of cash and software during the next three years to the National Association of Black Accountants Inc. (NABA).

Cisco Agrees to Acquire DiviTech
June-10-2008 Cisco announced its intent to purchase Denmark-based DiviTech A/S, a leader in the digital-service management (DSM) market.

Army Partnership Creates First Military-Based Microsoft Academy
Meagan Polakowski June-09-2008 The U.S. Army and Microsoft have partnered to create a Microsoft IT Academy at Fort Gordon in Georgia.

Innovative Spammers Take Levels to 15-Month High
June-09-2008 The MessageLabs Intelligence Report for May 2008 highlights that spam levels are back on the increase, with levels reaching 76.8 percent of all e-mails in May, heights not experienced since early 2007.

EC-Council Names Global Knowledge Top Performer for Security Training
June-09-2008 Global Knowledge announced it has been recognized by the (EC-Council) as the top performer of the year in North America for delivery of Web security and hacking training its Accredited Training Centers (ATCs).

Comodo Introduces TrustConnect, Providing Secure Wireless Sessions
June-09-2008 Comodo, a communication security company, announced the launch of TrustConnect, a new service that protects users from hackers who often use public networks to illegally procure sensitive and private information.

Data Security �Bible� Is Updated and E-Enabled
June-05-2008 Since first published in 2002, Alan Calder and Steve Watkins� management guide has been acclaimed as the definitive work on best-practice information security management.

Symantec Expands Product Certification Program
June-05-2008 Symantec Corp. announced the Symantec Certification Program, which combines technical credentials for Symantec data protection, high availability and security into a single program that covers the company's broad product portfolio.

Train Signal Partners With Transcender to Expand Computer Training
June-05-2008 Train Signal, a provider of IT training, is pleased to announce its partnership with Transcender, a division of Kaplan IT Learning and global provider of award-winning exam preparation software for IT certification tests.

Emerging Wireless Company Makes Top 200 List
June-05-2008 SkyCross, a global wireless company, has been selected by Nollenberger Capital Partners Inc. (NCPI) for the Top 200 Private Technology Companies of 2008 list.

Novell Reports Financial Results for Second-Quarter 2008
June-05-2008 Novell Inc. announced financial results for its second fiscal quarter, ending April 30. For the quarter, Novell reported net revenue of $236 million. This compares to net revenue of $232 million for the second fiscal quarter 2007.

Apple Co-Founder to Speak on Mobile Technologies in July
June-05-2008 Ticonderoga Ventures Inc. announces that Apple Computer Inc. Co-Founder Steve Wozniak will speak at the 2008 Social Networking Conference taking place on July 10-11 at the UCSF Mission Bay Conference Center in San Francisco.

Stevens Pioneers Nation's First Hybrid Technology Management Master's
June-05-2008 A groundbreaking approach to a Master of Technology Management program for Experienced Professionals (EMTM) is being launched this fall by Stevens Institute of Technology.

Comodo's Free Tune-Up Service Boosts PC Performance
June-04-2008 Comodo announced the availability of its PC Tune Up program, a free service that optimizes PC performance and configures resources to its fullest capabilities while removing spyware, viruses, malware and other malicious programs.

Vectron International Contributes to Fight Against Terrorism
June-04-2008 Vectron International announced it has been named as a certified Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) partner by the U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) agency of the Department of Homeland Security.

Risky Online Behavior More Likely to Happen in Small Businesses
June-04-2008 Trend Micro reported that in the U.S., U.K., Germany and Japan, employees in small companies took more online risks while on the company network compared to their counterparts in larger organizations.

Train Signal to Exhibit at Microsoft Tech-Ed IT Professionals Week
June-03-2008 Train Signal, a provider of IT training, will exhibit its computer training courses at the Microsoft TechEd North America 2008 IT Professionals convention.

Deadline Extended for Technology Journalism Awards Entries
June-03-2008 The Public Relations Society of America announced an extension for entries for the Awards for Excellence in Technology Journalism. Applications can now be completed and submitted through the filing deadline of June 24.

IT Execs: Hacking Will Be Most Significant Threat in Next Five Years
June-03-2008 Despite the man-made and natural disasters that are a reality today, many businesses are not fully prepared to maintain their business operations in the event of an emergency, according to an annual AT&T Inc. study.

Webinar to Address the 'Science of Compliance�
June-03-2008 This webinar, scheduled for 2-3 p.m. ET on June 5, is specifically developed for general counsel, compliance officers and others responsible for compliance and information management.

Program Provides High Schoolers Access to IT Careers
Meagan Polakowski June-02-2008 On May 5 and 6, students sat for a rigorous CompTIA exam.

Year-Old Pop Culture Site to Receive Top Technology Honor
June-02-2008 On June 2, PEV will be awarded the prestigious Laureate medal by IDG�s Computerworld Honors Program in recognition for its innovative use of the BlackBerry in the Media, Arts and Entertainment category.

Asigra�s COO Joins MSP Alliance Vendor Advisory Board
June-02-2008 Asigra announced that Asigra COO Eran Farajun has joined the MSP Alliance (MSPA) Vendor Advisory Board. He will support the organization with technical and marketing best practices for information recovery services.

CollegeRecruiter.com First Major Job Board to Kill Resume Searching
June-02-2008 CollegeRecruiter.com, a job board for college students searching for internships and recent graduates hunting for entry-level jobs and other career opportunities, announced it will no longer offer resume searching to its clients.

Expenditure for Software Development and IT Governance Expected to Grow
May-30-2008 A new national study conducted by The Gantry Group LLC reveals that a company�s annual budget for these solutions and services, on average, will grow to $1.2 million in the next 12 months.

Neocase Announces New HR Software at IHRIM Exposition
May-30-2008 Neocase Software, a provider of software solutions for managing and optimizing HR shared service and call centers, will attend the 2008 IHRIM HRMStrategies Conference and Technology Exposition on June 3-4.

Job-Cut Victims Urged to Update Search Skills
May-30-2008 Robert Graber, the founder of online recruiting firm WallStJobs.com, offered some tips on job search re-education in today�s tougher employment climate.

Cbeyond Wins Cisco Solution Innovation Partner of the Year Award
May-30-2008 Cbeyond announced that it is the recipient of a Cisco Partner Summit theater award for Cisco Solution Innovation Partner of the Year (U.S. and Canada), and a U.S. and Canada regional award for Excellence in Managed Voice.

ATTO: Product Integration Will Enhance HD and 3-D Graphics Capabilities and Workflow
May-30-2008 ATTO Technology announced it will integrate the ATTO ExpressSAS R348, a high-performance 3GB SAS RAID adapter, within the Inscriber G7 broadcast graphics system from Harris Corp.

Next-Generation SCADA Security Appliance Provides Device-Based Authentication
May-30-2008 Uniloc USA announced NetAnchor CIS, a powerful device-based identity and access management (IAM) appliance for securing critical infrastructures against potentially catastrophic threats.

1&1 Registered .ORG Domains Up 31 Percent in Past Year
May-30-2008 Web Host 1&1 Internet revealed it has seen impressive growth in the number of .ORG domain names registered by its customers worldwide. The number increased by more than 30 percent during the past 12 months.

Giunti Labs Reveals Leading-Edge Military Technology at ITEC
May-29-2008 The tasks of those responsible for providing learning and operations support information for the world�s armed forces are being made easier, thanks to advances being made in content management technologies, standards and methodologies.

CompTIA Plans Update to Linux Certification
May-29-2008 The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a provider of vendor-neutral certifications for the world�s technology workforce, announced it will soon begin the process of updating its CompTIA Linux+ certification.

Iomega Makes Move From Gigabytes With New 1 Terabyte Hard Drive
May-29-2008 Iomega Corp., a provider of data protection and security, announced that stylish data security has reached the 1TB plateau with the worldwide introduction of the Iomega eGo 1TB Desktop Hard Drive.

Syware Releases Visual CE 11 Database and Forms Builder
May-29-2008 Syware Inc., a developer of mobile database development tools for business and personal productivity, announced the worldwide release of Visual CE 11, a major new release of its award-winning mobile database development tool.

TwitterJobSearch's New Service Builds Classified Ads Business
May-29-2008 TwitterJobSearch's vertical search solution will set the standard for how businesses can be built around aggregating, indexing and contextualizing social media content.

Obama's Cybersecurity Response Disappointing in Scope
May-29-2008 President Obama's announcement that he will create a cybersecurity coordinator in the White House with responsibility for information security is a step in the right direction, but more has to be done.

Comodo Digital Signatures Protect Contents of E-Mail Messages
May-29-2008 Unsecured e-mail is easy to read, impersonate and alter, and is not much different from a postcard written in pencil.

ACS and Novell Launch Strategic Partnership
May-29-2008 Novell will outsource part of its internal IT operations to ACS, which will also provide SAP consulting and applications development and maintenance system integration services.

Security Concerns Are Biggest Barrier to Enterprise Mobility Deployments
May-28-2008 A new report predicts global enterprise expenditure on mobile devices will grow from $6 billion to $17 billion by 2012, which highlights the need for IT managers to begin to implement mobile device policies.

Organizations Dealing With Broad Range of Information Security Threats, CompTIA Finds
May-28-2008 Spyware, viruses and worms continue to plague most organizations, but security challenges tied to the use of handheld devices and mobile and remote computing are growing at a rapid pace, CompTIA reveals.

New Course Covers Defining and Valuing IT Services
May-27-2008 Global Knowledge announced the launch of its new Defining and Valuing IT Services training class, a three-day course in which students learn how to define and value IT services, taking steps toward service portfolio management.

CollegeGrad.com Announces Most Employable Majors for 2008 Grads
May-23-2008 Just in time for graduation, CollegeGrad.com, an entry-level job site, announced the most employable majors at all levels for 2008 college grads.

Comodo Offers Free Replacement Certificate to Individuals Affected by Debian Flaw
May-23-2008 Comodo announced that it would offer free SSL certificates to any online businesses affected by the security flaw recently detected in Debian, the LINUX distribution.

SCIPP International Aligns Generally Accepted Practices With Industry Standards
May-23-2008 SCIPP International announced it has realigned its generally accepted practices (SCIPP GAP) to cover relevant end-user security awareness topics found in the International Organization for Standardizations (ISO) Standard 27001.

Build User Interfaces
May-22-2008 Create user and custom controls

Add and Manage Content
May-22-2008 Create and manipulate documents

Add and Manage Content
May-22-2008 Add multimedia content

Customize Appearance
May-22-2008 Change the appearance of a control by using templates

Configure and Deploy WPF Applications
May-22-2008 These questions are based on 70-502 CSHP - TS - Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5: Windows Presentation Foundatio

Vitruva Dashboard Offers Power Tools, Strict Privacy Controls and Notification Capabilities
May-22-2008 Career site Vitruva, Inc. released a next-generation dashboard for high-accuracy job matching. For the first time, job candidates have access to the same power tools that have thus far been offered only to employers.

Novell Delivers SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 Enhancements in Service Pack 2
May-22-2008 Novell announced the availability to customers worldwide of SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 Service Pack 2 (SP2), containing enhancements in virtualization, management, hardware enablement and interoperability.

1&1 Internet Opts for Open Source Business Foundation Membership
May-22-2008 1&1 Internet has joined Open Source Business Foundation e.V. (OSBF). Seated in Nuremberg, Open Source Business Foundation is a European network of the open-source sector.

Guide Provides Help on Achieving Business Continuity Standard BS25999
May-22-2008 Risks to business continuity can be significantly reduced by embedding business continuity management, awareness and planning within the organization�s culture.

Expert PC Cleaning Offered in Response to Escalation of Viruses in 2008
May-21-2008 As recently reported by Microsoft, there has been a 300 percent increase in the number of Trojan attacks launched in past 12 months. To help end users, Comodo announced a free PC cleaning.

Avaya Selects Converge for IT Asset Disposition
May-21-2008 Converge announced it has been selected by Avaya to provide IT asset disposition (ITAD) services for its corporate desktops, laptops and servers in the United States.

Survey Indicates Need for Greater Attention to Skills Assessment and Development
May-21-2008 The results of a new survey show some of the most pressing issues for executives and technical professionals include managing complex projects, responding to change and prioritizing projects within a program or portfolio.

Novell Appoints Rick Crandall Chairman of Board
May-21-2008 Novell Inc. announced the appointment of Richard L. Crandall to the position of non-executive chairman of its Board of Directors. Crandall succeeds Thomas G. Plaskett.

Vodafone Acquires ZYB
May-21-2008 Vodafone has acquired ZYB, a Danish company, for 31.5 million euros. ZYB has developed a social networking and online management tool for backing up and sharing contact and calendar information online.

ExamForce Hires Former (ISC)2 Americas Leader
May-21-2008 ExamForce announced the hiring of John Mongeon as its new corporate and government sales manager. Mongeon formerly headed up the Government Services Division for (ISC)2 Americas.

Research Foundation Will Focus on Improving U.S. Broadband Deployment
May-21-2008 The Center for Technology Partnership, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, will launch a series of ambitious initiatives to address the lack of broadband penetration in the U.S.

MedcomSoft Record UE Receives 2007 CCHIT Certification
May-21-2008 CCHIT announced that MedcomSoft's MedcomSoft Record UE, V 4.5 solution is CCHIT Certified and meets the commission's ambulatory electronic health record criteria.

ID Experts Announces New Data-Breach Blog
May-20-2008 ID Experts, a provider of data-breach-protection services, announced its new blog, DataBreachWatch.org, that will feature data breach alerts, breach news and online resources for security and privacy professionals.

CyberShift to Exhibit Workforce Management Solutions at IHRIM Conference
May-20-2008 HR and HR information technology professionals attending the IHRIM Conference are invited to visit booth 514 to learn more about CyberShift�s Workforce Management 3G Workforce Management solutions.

Green IT a Priority for Technology Decision Makers
Deanna Hartley May-19-2008 This year will see a surge in CIO interest and vendor initiatives in eco-friendly computing, according to a recent report by independent market analyst Datamonitor.

Be a Campus Know-IT-All
Agatha Gilmore May-19-2008 Even as an IT student, you might not know how information technology works on campus.

Online Degrees: Are They Right for You?
Wayne Anderson May-19-2008 No longer perceived as "cheating," online degrees have come into their own as a vital tool for IT pros.

News & Notes for IT Professionals
Meagan Polakowski May-19-2008 WiMAX May Be Coming to Chicago This Summer. When was the last time you used a pay phone? For many, it

Switch to Auditing Will Pay Off in Long Term
Wayne Anderson, Ken Wagner May-19-2008 Our columnists deliver sound advice on moving into IT auditing.

Cert Really Goes Green
Daniel Margolis May-19-2008 Our April issue featured an article on the energy and resource conservation movement within IT, spor

One Wrong Click to Armageddon
Ben Warden May-19-2008 The recurrent nightmare of the information age: Private information accidentally sent elsewhere.

GIAC: The Hands-On IT Security Certification
Jeff Pike May-19-2008 The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) program has credentialed more than 20,000 IT pros.

Hexaware Technologies: The Other Side of Offshoring
Brian Summerfield May-19-2008 With development centers all over the world, Hexaware has taken IT hiring global.

New Opportunities and Challenges For Application Developers
Louis Marascio May-19-2008 As voice and the Web sync up more day by day, the field is wide open for application developers.

Hottest Jobs Involve Wireless and Mobile Technology
Katherine Spencer Lee May-19-2008 Wireless technologies have the �wow factor,� but a lot of work is required to support and maintain them.

Where Have All the Help Desks Gone?
Patrick D. Turner May-19-2008 Help desks serve as a vital place for fledgling techies. What happens if we ship them all overseas?

Resume Tutorial
Daniel Margolis May-19-2008 Building a resume seems simple enough, but when you actually sit down to do so, you may draw a blank.

June 2008
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The Training Associates Launches Major Release of Trainer Staffing Software
May-19-2008 The Training Associates announced its release of an upgrade to its popular TrainerTracker for Trainers system, proprietary software that manages and supports the registered IT and business professional skills trainers.

XML Master Professional Test-Takers Cite Benefits of Cert
May-19-2008 The XML Technology Certification Committee recently released the results of an online survey administered to individuals who obtained the �XML Master Professional� certification, a higher-level certification in the XML Master program.

Blade.org Technology Symposium 2008 Identifies Seven Key IT Trends
May-19-2008 Blade.org announced the Blade.org Technology Symposium 2008 � a one-day forum on June 19 at Bridgewaters in New York City � to explore the seven key innovations that are expected to influence the future of technology.

Los Angeles Film School Adds Game Development and Computer Animation Degrees
May-19-2008 The Los Angeles Film School has added two degree offerings, an Associate of Science degree in game development and an Associate of Science degree in computer animation, each set to begin in September.

NEON Enterprise Software Announces IMS Solutions for zIIP Processors
May-16-2008 NEON Enterprise Software Inc., an enterprise data management software and services provider, announced its continuing commitment to reducing customer mainframe hardware and software costs.

HP and Novell Announce Migration Program for HP Identity Management Customers
May-16-2008 HP and Novell announced an exclusive alliance to migrate HP Identity Center customers to Novell identity and security management solutions.

Application Architecture
May-15-2008 Understand the concept of database replicas

Database Management
May-15-2008 Enable document locking

Design Elements
May-15-2008 Create, modify and troubleshoot views

Programming
May-15-2008 Working with basic formula language

Security
May-15-2008 Add security to an application

R&D Consortium Promises Better Wireless Communication and Designs
May-15-2008 The Institute of High Performance Computing has initiated an 18-month research consortium valued at SGD1.5 million to leverage upon a centralized source of expertise.

Oliver Mauss Appointed New CEO of 1&1 Internet
May-15-2008 1&1 Internet announced Oliver Mauss has been appointed the new CEO of 1&1 Internet Inc., as well as of the company's subsidiaries in the U.K., France and Spain.

SaaS Continues to Spread Within Enterprise and SME Manufacturing Companies
May-15-2008 Technology solutions delivered via SaaS have been around for some time now; however, it�s only recently that their adoption has seen a marked increase throughout the manufacturing industry.

Novell Brings Team Workspace Capabilities to Workgroup Suite by Adding Novell Teaming
May-15-2008 Responding to industry needs for cost-effective, next-generation collaboration tools, Novell announced the worldwide availability of Novell Open Workgroup Suite with Novell Teaming included.

ICANN Unanimously Approves RegistryPro Proposal to Expand .Pro TLD
May-15-2008 RegistryPro, the operator of the .Pro top level domain (TLD) on the Internet, has received approval from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) to greatly expand the scope and availability of the .Pro TLD.

Mobile Web 2.0 Revenues to Reach $22.4B by 2013
May-14-2008 The global market for Mobile Web 2.0 will be worth $22.4 billion in 2013, up from $5.5 billion currently, according to a new report by Juniper Research.

Aberdeen Group Announces Top 100 Most Influential Technology Vendors for 2008
May-14-2008 The annual �State of the Market Report� out from the Aberdeen Group showcases the results of five years of research and up to date insight from 4,645 snapshot survey respondents.

CompTIA Announces Winners of Second Annual SoftwareCEO Software Innovation Awards
May-14-2008 Thirteen companies responsible for technological and business-model breakthroughs in the highly competitive software market have been recognized by CompTIA with SoftwareCEO Software Innovation Awards for 2008.

Crown Equity Holdings Opens Online Storefront, CTSproducts.com
May-14-2008 Crown Trading Systems Inc. is celebrating the grand opening of its online storefront, CTSproducts.com., the company's trade name. This new Web site is selling a variety of IT and electronic goods.

openSUSE Joins Google Summer of Code
May-14-2008 The openSUSE project announced it has 10 projects being funded through the Google Summer of Code this year. openSUSE will be working with students from around the world to develop new code and improve existing projects.

MSI Factory 2.0 Eases the Development of Software Installer Packages
May-14-2008 Indigo Rose announced the release of MSI Factory 2.0, the next-generation intelligent setup builder for Windows. MSIFactory 2.0 fully leverages Microsoft's WiX compiler technology.

Global Knowledge Announces New Cisco Project Management Course
May-13-2008 Global Knowledge announced the launch of its new Cisco Unified Communications Project Management training class, a five-day course in which students learn to manage a unified communications (UC) deployment from start to finish.

IBM Honors Giunti Labs With Top Star Award
May-13-2008 At the recent IBM Business Partner Leadership Conference 2008 in Los Angeles, IBM recognized Giunti Labs as one of IBM�s Public Sector Top Star business partners.

Security Tips to Prevent Identity Theft at Your First Job This Summer
May-13-2008 More than a million college graduates and students will be starting a new job or internship this summer. Most of them will receive their first company computer and with that comes a brand new set of responsibilities.

Novell Announces Share Repurchase Program
May-13-2008 Novell announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $100 million of the company's outstanding shares of common stock.

To Block or Not to Block? Social Networking Sites at Work
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor May-12-2008 There�s no doubt that social networking sites are a relevant part of the everyday lives of people at home. T

IBM Launches Effort to Address Shortage of Hispanic Students in Tech Careers
May-12-2008 IBM convened an inaugural summit in an effort to bring together leaders in business, education, government and community organizations to find ways to increase the number of Hispanic students pursuing tech careers.

Recon-X Adds Persistency to Hummingbird Exceed and ReflectionX
May-12-2008 StarNet Communications announced the release of Recon-X, a low-cost add-on product that vastly improves the functionality of Hummingbird Exceed and Attachmate's ReflectionX.

Staying Competitive in the Global Software Industry
May-12-2008 Outsourcing jobs in the technical arena was once seen as a way to save companies money, and although the trend continues, many organizations could use a wake-up call when it comes to getting the most from their software talent pool.

MIT's Andrew Lippman to Keynote Wainhouse Research Collaboration Summit
May-12-2008 "Surviving in a Digital Life World" is the title of the Wainhouse Research Collaboration Summit's keynote presentation to be given July 17 by Dr. Andrew Lippman, associate director of MIT's famous Media Laboratory.

New Ideas Sought for Protecting Crowded Places From Terrorist Threats
May-12-2008 The Global Security Challenge and Secure Futures announced their commitment to an initiative designed to help bring fresh thinking to the problem of protecting the general public from the threat of terrorism in crowded urban environments.