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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Technical Architect: Learning, Growing, Innovating
Agatha Gilmore November-04-2008 Creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit are the tickets to success for aspiring technical architects.

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.

IT for Free: Volunteering Today
Wayne Anderson October-31-2008 Entry-level programmers and administrators turn to volunteering to build basic hands-on experience.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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).

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.

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.

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.

Technology in the Classroom
Agatha Gilmore October-07-2008 With the widespread availability technology, more and more schools are increasing their digital presences.

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.

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.

Get Familiar With Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1
Certification Magazine October-02-2008

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.

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.

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?

Learn About MCSD Microsoft .NET Skills
Certification Magazine September-25-2008

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Mashups Take on the Enterprise
Kelly Shermach September-12-2008 In business, mashups -- Web applications that integrate various data -- have become increasingly popular.

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.

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.

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

iTunes Causes Performance Lag: Check RAM and Prioritize Processes
Andrew Bonslater September-03-2008 Troubleshooting iTunes on a Windows XP computer

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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 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.

What We Like
Certmag Editor August-15-2008 Certmag reviews Iron Man; clickable online maps; networking on Ning.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Gen Y Finds Online Entrance to 2008 Presidential Race
Agatha Gilmore July-01-2008 These days the political campaign is meeting Gen Y online.

Certification at the Entry Level
Matt Walker June-30-2008 IT certification is becoming more viable for professionals just entering the IT industry.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Business Focus Now Dominates Information Security Manager Role
Deanna Hartley June-19-2008 The role of the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is changing.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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
May-19-2008 Feature Articles Certification FeatureOnline Degrees: Are They Right for You?Wayne AndersonNo longer

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

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

Install and Configure
May-08-2008 Configure component update for composite applications

Install and Configure
May-08-2008 Configure server fast restart

Manage and Maintain
May-08-2008 Utilizing the Domino Administrator client

Platform Support
May-08-2008 Defining Domino attributesConnection documents

Security
May-08-2008 Configuring Administrator Access rights

Employers Consider College Major in Hiring Decisions
Kellye Whitney May-08-2008 Don't expect what you got your degree in to be glossed over when approaching the job market.

SMEs Unprepared to Deal With Data-Breach Laws
Kelly Shermach May-08-2008 Many companies can't comply with regulations concerning exposure of personal information.

Accelerating Data Transfer
Kelly Shermach May-08-2008 In corporate America today, data optimization is quickly maturing.

U.S. Lags in Broadband, Apparently
Brian Summerfield May-08-2008 In an international ranking of nations’ broadband penetration, the U.S. isn’t even in the top 10.

Managing Security Risks in a Wireless World
Mano Paul May-08-2008 Wireless connectivity means risks, some similar to wired networks and some unique to wireless.

HP Forced to Back Out on Promise to Back Up Users’ Files
Deanna Hartley May-08-2008 Hewlett-Packard may be one of the world’s largest IT companies, but that doesn’t make it infallible.

The Trainer’s Role in Migration
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman May-08-2008 Without proper training, employees may be frustrated by new hardware or software.

ISACA Certifications - Your Passport to Success
ISACA May-07-2008 ISACA is now accepting grandfathering applications for a new certification program.

Microsoft Expands Performance-Based Testing
Deanna Hartley May-05-2008 Microsoft is getting ready to introduce simulation questions, or performance-based testing, to more of its exams.

Plan Network and Application Services
May-01-2008 Plan for name resolution and IP addressing

Plan Network and Application Services
May-01-2008 Plan for terminal services

Design Core Identity and Access Management Components
May-01-2008 Design the enterprise-level group policy strategy

Design Support Identity and Access Management Components
May-01-2008 Design the branch-office deployment

Design for Business Continuity and Data Availability
May-01-2008 Design for data management and data access

STAFF & CONTRACT INSTRUCTORS
The Training Associates April-29-2008 A Major Revision of Industry Whitepaper with Broader Scope and Important New Conclusions on How to Significantly Reduce Costs and Risks, and Increase Sales

NJIT Provides Gaming Students With Technical, Hands-On Training
Deanna Hartley April-28-2008 It isn’t often that parents root for their kids’ “Guitar Hero” skills or encourage them to devote more time to video games, let alone inspire them to focus on gaming as a career path.

Configure and Troubleshoot Post-Installation System Settings
April-24-2008 Configure Windows Internet Explorer

Manage Windows Vista Security
April-24-2008 Configure and troubleshoot User Account Control

Configure and Troubleshoot Networking
April-24-2008 Use the Network and Sharing Center to configure networking

Configure and Troubleshoot Applications That Are Included With Windows Vista
April-24-2008 Configure Windows Mail

Manage and Maintain Systems That Are Running Windows Vista
April-24-2008 Troubleshoot policy settings

VCampus Offers Vendor-Neutral Database Design Cert
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor April-21-2008 VCampus Corp. recently announced the newest certification in its Certified Internet Web Professional Program: the CIW v5 Database Design Specialist.

The Path to CIO: Vertical, Horizontal or Somewhere in Between?
Agatha Gilmore April-21-2008 Understanding business forces at work within an industry wasn’t as crucial for past students as it is now.

Take a Bite Out of Data Theft
David Friedland April-21-2008 To ensure data is adequately secured, one needs to understand the concepts and technology involved.

News & Notes for Certified Professionals
Ben Warden April-21-2008 Visually Imaging Virtual ThreatsImages often are used to make an impression. In many high schools, p

Struggling Economy Increases Competition Among Job Candidates
Wayne Anderson, Ken Wagner April-21-2008 Our columnists speak to what effect offshoring is having on the IT job market.

A Secure CertMag
Daniel Margolis April-21-2008 When I first started with Certification Magazine, IT security was still finding its footing as the h

Office IT Intrigue
Daniel Margolis April-21-2008 Workplace e-mail surveillance is common, but going beyond that is a slippery slope.

Study Shows Demand for Training in Information Security
Eddie Zeitler April-21-2008 (ISC)2’s Global Information Security Workforce Study provides a snapshot of today’s IT security industry.

Listen for Employment Clues: How to Get in at FrontPages
Kellye Whitney April-21-2008 FrontPages Web Hosting Network expects to double its employees by the end of the year.

CISO: Getting Serious About Security
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman April-21-2008 Chief information security officers meet the need for security presented by an increasingly technical world.

Should I Stay or Should I Go? Deciding The Time for the Job Hunt
Katherine Spencer Lee April-21-2008 Should you start looking for another job? The answer is “maybe.”

Securing Your Wireless Access Network
Ben Rothke April-21-2008 Taking some care in cutting the network cord when going wireless can prevent headaches.

IT Is a Battlefield
Ben Warden April-21-2008 Dominance is sought after today in every field: politics, entertainment, sports and certainly IT.

May 2008
April-21-2008 Feature ArticlesCertification FeatureTake a Bite Out of Data TheftDavid FriedlandInformation securit

Processes
April-17-2008 Service Operation: State the objectives, basic concepts, and roles for Event Management, Request Fulfillment, Problem Management and Access Management

Processes
April-17-2008 Continual Service Improvement: Explain the high-level objectives, basic concepts, process activities, roles and metrics for the 7-Step Improvement Process

Functions
April-17-2008 State the role, objectives and organizational overlap of the Technical Management function, The Application Management function and The IT Operations Management function (IT Operations Control and Facilities Management).

Roles
April-17-2008 Account for the role and responsibilities of the Process owner and Service owner

Technology and Architecture
April-17-2008 List some generic requirements for an integrated set of Service Management Technology

ISACA Certifications — Your Passport to Success
ISACA April-16-2008 New IT Governance Certification Offered!

Access to Quick, Reliable Resources Increases Productivity
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor April-14-2008 With March Madness come and gone, employers can rest easy knowing that the basketball contest will not drain employee productivity again until next year. However, a more chronic factor for companies striving for high-performing IT workforces is the immedi

Service Management as a Practice
April-10-2008 List the characteristics of process (measurable, specific results, customers and responds to a specific event).

The Service Lifecycle
April-10-2008 Briefly explain the service lifecycle

Generic Concepts and Definitions
April-10-2008 Define and explain the following key concepts: event, alert, incident, impact, urgency, priority and service request.

Key Principles and Models
April-10-2008 Discuss the five major aspects of service design: 1) service portfolio design, 2) identification of business requirements, definition of service requirements and design of services, 3) technology and architectural design, 4) process design and 5) measurem

Processes
April-10-2008 Service design. State the objectives, basic concepts and roles for: 1) Service Catalog management, 2) availability management, 3) information security management, 4) supplier management, 5) capacity management and 6) IT service continuity management.

TMI Syndrome in Web Applications
Mano Paul April-08-2008 Web applications can often give potential cybercriminals too much information.

Creating an Efficient Training Cycle
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman April-08-2008 A detailed and thorough training strategy is a must if trainees are to learn and adapt quickly.

WiMAX May Be Coming to Chicago This Summer
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor April-07-2008 When was the last time you used a pay phone? For many, it’s probably been at least a few years. The downfall of the pay phone is key to Don Stroberg’s vision of how a new wireless broadband technology – called WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwa

Recession Proof Your Resume
Kellye Whitney April-07-2008 For those IT pros currently in the job market or planning to enter it soon, it’s time to update your resume.

Security Skills Help DBAs Position Themselves for Bright Futures
Brian Koerner April-07-2008 Success as a database administrator requires security vigilance.

Secure Application Development a Growing Concern
Brian Koerner April-07-2008 Secure coding is a topic that books are written on, classes are taught on and careers are made of.

Whither ‘Brainware?’
Brian Summerfield April-07-2008 It’s nothing new for technological advances to be inspired by observations of the natural world.

Create a UI for a Windows Forms Application by Using Standard Controls
April-03-2008 Add and configure a Windows Forms control

Integrate Data in a Windows Forms Application
April-03-2008 Manage connections and transactions

Implement Printing and Reporting Functionality in a Windows Forms Application
April-03-2008 Construct print documents

Implement Asynchronous Programming Techniques to Improve the User Experience
April-03-2008 Manage a background process by using the BackgroundWorker component

Configure and Deploy Applications
April-03-2008 Create a Windows Forms setup application

Cybersecurity Deficiencies Threaten Critical Infrastructures
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor March-31-2008 Recent CIA reports highlight the agency’s increased focus on the lack of cybersecurity in our nation’s critical infrastructures, including transportation, emergency services and utilities. Following recent blackmail attempts by hackers threatening to shut

Manage and Maintain Physical and Logical Devices
March-27-2008 Troubleshoot server hardware devices

Manage Users, Computers and Groups
March-27-2008 Create and manage user accounts

Manage and Maintain Access to Resources
March-27-2008 Troubleshoot terminal services

Manage and Maintain a Server Environment
March-27-2008 Manage servers remotely

Manage and Implement Disaster Recovery
March-27-2008 Manage backup procedures

Cisco Upgrades Professional-Level Voice Cert
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor March-24-2008 Cisco has unveiled the redesign of its CCVP professional-level voice certification program. After g

Negotiation 101
Agatha Gilmore March-21-2008 Consider this your crash course in negotiating that first IT job.

Certification Goes Green
Agatha Gilmore March-21-2008 With rising energy costs and inefficient equipment, going green isn’t just a fad — it’s a critical step.

News & Notes for IT Professionals
Ben Warden March-21-2008 VCampus Announces CIW Database Designer CertificationVCampus Corp., owner of the CIW exam, recently

Degree or Certs Needed for Young Techie to Be Competitive
Wayne Anderson, Ken Wagner March-21-2008 Our columnists advise a fledgling IT pro on his entry to the market.

The Greening of IT
Daniel Margolis March-21-2008 Environmental issues have been a trendy concern for a long time, at least as far back as I can remem

A Tale of Two IT Guys
Ben Warden March-21-2008 Being an IT consultant means you have to deal with end users with a wide range of experience.

An Overview of the Hitachi Data Systems Certification Program
Peter Manijak March-21-2008 Hitachi Data Systems’ Certified Professional Program exists.

Bamboo Solutions: Prioritizing Flexibility
Ben Warden March-21-2008 Proven experience with a versatile background is more important to Bamboo Solutions than specific certs.

Database Administrator: The Modern-Day Atlas
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman March-21-2008 A DBA, as the name portrays, is responsible for the totality of a company’s database.

A Look at the Job Market in 2008
Katherine Spencer Lee March-21-2008 So you’re thinking of making a job change and wonder what the crystal ball holds.

After Sarbanes-Oxley: IT Compliance Update
Ben Warden March-21-2008 The Sarbanes-Oxley Act changed the face of IT security for publicly traded companies.

Searching for Answers in an IT World
Ben Warden March-21-2008 Pablo Picasso once said, “Computers are worthless. They can only give you answers.”

April 2008
March-21-2008

Deploy Client Agents and Policies
March-20-2008 Review status and activity

Configure Server Products
March-20-2008 Configure FCS updates

Configure Server Products
March-20-2008 Configure reporting services

Maintain the Infrastructure of the Client and Server
March-20-2008 Configure settings for server products

Monitor Protection Status and Activity
March-20-2008 Configure default actions

Protect Your Computer From ID Theft This Tax Season
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor March-17-2008 How would you like to go home tonight and find that your pocket is $2,700 lighter – and it will take at least 30 hours of your time to resolve it? That is the average amount Americans lose to identity theft, and some people lose as much as $1 million, sai

Backup and Recovery
March-13-2008 Describe new RMAN reliability features. Block media recovery (BMR), trial recovery

Load and Unload Data
March-13-2008 Explain data pump architecture

Application Tuning
March-13-2008 Use the SQL tuning advisor

Space Management
March-13-2008 Reclaim wasted space from tables and indexes using the segment shrink functionality

General Storage Enhancement
March-13-2008 Relocate SYSAUX occupants

Career Hedging is a Safe Bet
Kellye Whitney March-11-2008 If someone told you to build an IT career action plan, you might say, for what?

Data Portability
Kelly Shermach March-11-2008 How data portability got onto the radar screens of everyday consumers who voraciously consume social media.

Developing Online Communities
Kelly Shermach March-11-2008 Social media is seeing a lot of attention from companies looking to improve performance.

Report: Broadband Legislation Could Boost Economy
Brian Summerfield March-11-2008 Broadband legislation under congressional consideration could boost the economy by $134 billion annually.

Installing Norton 360
Daniel Margolis March-11-2008 A play-by-play of that process, written as the installation occurred.

How to Effectively Mitigate the Increasing Cost of Data Backup
Paul Chisholm March-11-2008 As any business grows, so does the volume of data that its IT staff must back up and store.

The Virtual Classroom: Is It Effective?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman March-11-2008 Can a virtual classroom really be as engaging as a physical one?

New Cert Addresses Need for Control of E-Mail Content
Meagan Polakowski, copy editor March-10-2008 E-mail security is an increasing concern for today’s tech-centered businesses, according to a recent content security study by AIIM, an enterprise content management association. Important business content is stored and sent via e-mail messages and attach

Configure Domain Name System (DNS) for Active Directory
March-06-2008 Configure zones

Configure the Active Directory Infrastructure
March-06-2008 Configure trusts

Configure Additional Active Directory Server Roles
March-06-2008 Configure Active Directory Rights Management Service (AD RMS)

Create and Maintain Active Directory Objects
March-06-2008 Configure GPO templates

Configure Active Directory Certificate Services
March-06-2008 Manage certificate revocations

Use Your IT Certifications to Get Your Degree
Western Governors University March-05-2008 You may be able to waive up to 25 percent of your degree at Western Governors University if you’re an IT pro with certs.

Use Your IT Certifications to Get Your Degree
Western Governors University March-05-2008 You may be able to waive up to 25 percent of your degree at Western Governors University.

Survey Shows Gap Between IT Security Skills Supply and Demand
Daniel Margolis, Senior Editor March-03-2008 A new survey commissioned by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) indicates a gap between

Certification in the ‘Net Economy
Nancy Seamons March-01-2008 Certification can provide employers with a basis for determining if job applicants have required skills.

Configure Tools and Options
February-28-2008 Set up schedule options

Set Up a Project
February-28-2008 Import and export data

Estimate, Schedule and Budget Tasks
February-28-2008 Sequence tasks

Resource Project Plans
February-28-2008 Predict durations and work calculations

Update and Report On Project Performance
February-28-2008 Create reports

Save $200 on Instructor-Led CBT From QuickCert
QuickCert, a Specialized Solutions company February-27-2008 QuickCert is the one-stop shop for all your test preparation needs!

Climate Savers Computing Initiative Takes Green Message to Trade Shows
Ben Warden, associate editor February-25-2008 The Climate Savers Computer Initiative’s (CSCI) recent sponsorship of CeBIT, one of the world’s larg

Deploy the 2007 Microsoft Office System.
February-21-2008 Install Office 2007.

Configure Windows Vista Automated Installation Settings.
February-21-2008 Manage Windows Vista catalogs.

Deploy Windows Vista.
February-21-2008 Deploy Windows Vista using ZTI.

Use Business Desktop Deployment Workbench.
February-21-2008 Configure a distribution point in BDD 2007 Workbench.

Application Compatibility Toolkit.
February-21-2008 Install and configure ACT 5.

ISACA Certifications — Your Passport to Success
ISACA February-20-2008 Put yourself and your organization in the lead with ISACA’s Certified Information Systems AuditorTM (CISA®) and Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®) certifications.

Employment Interface
Daniel Margolis February-20-2008 For some time now, Certification Magazine has been accomplishing the task of giving insightful and v

Are You Ready to Get Serious About Open Enterprise Server 2?
David Coughanour February-20-2008 If you haven’t done much with Linux yet, Novell has the training program for you.

Virtual World Administrators: Service Requests in Cyberspace
Daniel Margolis February-20-2008 Some are projecting that virtual worlds will completely reshape the Internet.

Asking for a Raise: How to Manage Common Salary Situations
Katherine Spencer Lee February-20-2008 Asking for a raise can be one of the most nerve-racking things you can do at work.

Boomers in IT: Will the Talent Shortage Affect Techies?
Matt McGrath February-20-2008 The baby boom generation is expected to begin retiring in mass numbers in coming years.

Career Opportunities
Ben Warden February-20-2008 The career development forums have been particularly busy the first few months of 2008.

March 2008
February-20-2008

Mastering IT: Choosing Between an Immediate Job and Higher Educat
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-15-2008 While a master’s degree may not be a necessity in the IT field, obtaining one can help professionals move up

Educating to Ensure Soft Skills
Agatha Gilmore February-15-2008 You’ve spent years honing your technical skills and developing your knowledge library. But how do you go abo

News & Notes For IT Professionals
Ben Warden February-15-2008 IT Companies Join Together to Boost Certification Market Testing and assessment provider Prometric

Cisco Certify In South Or East Asia?
Wayne Anderson & Ken Wagner February-15-2008 Dear Techie, I want to know where I can get training in Cisco CCNA. I am contemplating doing this

!n $34rch of w00t
Ben Warden February-15-2008 In November 2004, a “Jeopardy!” contestant who was way ahead of his fellow competitors wagered an od

At XNET, It's All About Attitude
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-15-2008 At Internet service provider Xnet, employees have to be adept in many different facets of it. Creativity and

Storage Enhancements.
February-14-2008 Set up ASM fast mirror resynch

Partitioning and Storage-Related Enhancements
February-14-2008 Implement the new partitioning methods

Diagnosability Enhancements
February-14-2008 Use support workbench

Database Replay
February-14-2008 Overview of workload capture and replay

Miscellaneous New Features
February-14-2008 Describe and use the enhanced online table redefinition

New Phishing Scam Targets Novice Fraudsters
Ben Warden, associate editor February-11-2008 Hackers and cyber criminals constantly change up their methods to catch unsuspecting victims in new

Five ‘Hot’ IT Jobs to Consider
Kellye Whitney February-08-2008 An important facet of career development is knowing when and where to focus one’s energy and resourc

Database: The Reinvention of CRM Through New Databases
Kelly Shermach February-08-2008 Failures in CRM have made the acronym a four-letter word in some realms. CRM vendors plugged away at

Persona Creation Is Here to Stay
Kelly Shermach February-08-2008 The personas method of marketing segmentation pioneered by Proctor & Gamble and its ilk for offl

Here Come the Hypervisors
Brian Summerfield February-08-2008 Like so many computing tools and technologies, the hypervisor has been around practically forever (t

Is Your Company Prepared to Recover From an IT Disaster?
Paul Chisholm February-08-2008 Knowing that an IT disaster could strike at any time and planning accordingly is critical to providi

Death by PowerPoint?
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman February-08-2008 Scenario 1: An IT trainer stands in front of a classroom monotonously reading from PowerPoint slides

Don’t Be Deduped Into Bad Storage
Ben Warden February-08-2008 During the past six years, TheInfoPro, an independent research network for the IT industry, has cond

Deploy Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 (WSS)
February-07-2008 Configure WSS topology

Monitor Windows SharePoint Services
February-07-2008 Configure centralized monitoring for WSS

Administer Windows SharePoint Services
February-07-2008 Administer Windows SharePoint Services by using STSADM

Configure Security for Windows SharePoint Services
February-07-2008 Configure Web application authentication

Configure Network Infrastructure for Windows SharePoint Services
February-07-2008 Configuring Network Load Balancing (NLB)

Cisco Unveils Network Design Certification
Ben Warden, associate editor February-04-2008 Cisco has announced a new certification — the Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) — intended to recognize professionals with extensive experience in networking design.

Backup and recovery
January-31-2008 Describe new RMAN reliability features. Block media recovery (BMR), trial recovery

Load and unload data
January-31-2008 Explain Data Pump architecture

Application tuning
January-31-2008 Use the SQL tuning advisor

Space management
January-31-2008 Reclaim wasted space from tables and indexes using the segment shrink functionality

General storage enhancement
January-31-2008 Relocate SYSAUX occupants

VCampus Announces CIW Database Designer Certification
Ben Warden, associate editor January-28-2008 VCampus Corp., owner of the CIW exam, recently announced a new certification. The CIW Database Design Specialist will be released in March.

Tech of All Trades
Ben Warden January-25-2008 From forgotten passwords to server crashes, the small- to-medium-sized business IT professional must be read

News & Notes for IT Professionals
Ben Warden January-25-2008 Training Camp Goes Mac, Prometric Goes Global Nowadays, an idle business is a dying business. Comp

Hot for '08? Not So Fast
Ben Warden January-25-2008 As 2007 came to a close, CertMag forum posters engaged in a spirited discussion involving what would

IT Pros' Struggle for Respect Mirrored in Hollywood
Ben Warden January-25-2008 The current writers strike has this columnist daydreaming he'll be bused to Hollywood to write TV shows. Als

IT Security on Campus
Agatha Gilmore January-25-2008 At colleges and universities, where information sharing is a fundamental part of the culture, IT security ca

Overcoming Age Bias in IT
Wayne Anderson, Ken Wagner January-25-2008 Dear Techie, I am 48 and have several years of experience in the IT field. At my last job, I nearl

The Coldest Month in IT
Daniel Margolis January-25-2008 It’s February, the shortest month of the year and the only month with fewer than 30 days. It’s also

ISACA’s New CGEIT Credential Meets Business Demands for IT Govern
John Lainhart January-25-2008 Supported by the IT Governance Institute (ITGI) and built on ITGI’s intellectual property and input from sub

Savid Technologies: Prioritizing A Well-Rounded Workforce
Agatha Gilmore January-25-2008 At smaller IT companies like Savid Technologies Inc., learning how to communicate your knowledge is just as

Project Manager: Managing the World, One Project at a Time
Erica Brath January-25-2008 Taking on project management may be intimidating. But for IT professionals accustomed to more technical task

Are You in Demand? The 2008 IT Skills Outlook
Katherine Spencer Lee January-25-2008 In IT, as in other professions, it’s all about the skills. Ensuring you are current on the latest an

Upward Mobility in IT: Business Skills for the Technical Professi
Julie Zinn January-25-2008 Now more than ever, jobs are going to individuals who can perform well in a business environment and can dem

Domino and DB2 integration
January-24-2008 Understanding DB2 integration enhancements

Install and configure
January-24-2008 Implement database on demand collations

Mail
January-24-2008 Configuring Message Recall functionality

Managing users and groups
January-24-2008 Deploying composite applications

Security
January-24-2008 Implementing Internet password locking

$200 Off Self-Paced Instructor-Led Certification Training Courses from QuickCert
QuickCert, a Specialized Solutions Company January-23-2008 In today’s fast-paced world, making the time for IT boot camps or classroom courses is often difficult.

EXCLUSIVEACCESS. BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CISCO INNOVATORS PROGRAM.
Cisco January-23-2008 Join the Cisco Innovators Program Today, Save 25% or More on CCNA and CCDA Certifications

Composite applications
January-17-2008 Understand the advantages and structure of composite applications

Design and development enhancements
January-17-2008 Identify and use new database property settings

Domino and DB2 integration
January-17-2008 Understand and use DB2 Access views

Programming enhancements
January-17-2008 Recognize new Java support features

Web services in Domino applications
January-17-2008 Create a Web service consumer

Use your IT certifications to get your degree.
Western Governors University January-16-2008 You may be able to waive up to 25 percent of your degree at Western Governors University if you’re an IT pro with certs.

IT Companies Join Together to Boost Certification Market
Ben Warden, Associate Editor January-14-2008 Testing and assessment provider Prometric recently announced it has formed an alliance with other IT companies to build and enrich the growing certification market.

2008 IT Forecast Bright for College Grads, Passive Seekers
Kellye Whitney January-11-2008 It’s that time of year. With the advent of the new calendar, many IT professionals begin to plan for

Data Management Top IT Priority at Banks
Kelly Shermach January-11-2008 Although IT spending will grow slowly for North American banks in 2008, rising just 3 percent over 2

Social and Professional Network Sites
Kelly Shermach January-11-2008 As social network sites become more popular and valued ― consider that Microsoft’s $240 millio

Managing the Performance of Your IT System
Brian Summerfield January-11-2008 Performance management of IT systems isn’t all that different from regular performance management. I

Two New Security Certifications for 2008
Ben Rothke January-11-2008 Two new certifications have recently been announced, and it is likely that their respective acronyms

Securing Your Storage in 2008? Less is More
Ben Warden January-11-2008 Being the founder of the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) has its ups and downs for Linda Foley

Corporate Budget Cuts: Protecting Your Job
Lindsay Edmonds Wickman January-11-2008 Here’s the reality: When corporations need to trim the fat off their expenses, training is the first

Configure, verify and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and interswitch communications
January-10-2008 Configure, verify and troubleshoot VTP

Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP Services to meet network requirements in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network
January-10-2008 Describe the technological requirements for running IPv6 (including protocols, dual stack, tunneling, etc.)

Configure and troubleshoot basic operation and routing on Cisco devices
January-10-2008 Compare and contrast methods of routing and routing protocols

Implement, verify and troubleshoot NAT and ACLs in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network
January-10-2008 Describe the purpose and types of access control lists

Implement and verify WAN links
January-10-2008 Troubleshoot WAN implementation issues

I use it every day
Bellevue University January-09-2008 Select from more than 20 accelerated bachelor's degrees and 12 master's degrees online.

Physical Authentication to Increase Cisco Exam Security
Ben Warden, Associate Editor January-07-2008 Cisco is requiring that all test centers distributing its certification exams collect digital photos and digital signatures from students during the admissions process, beginning in 2008.

Describe the operation of data networks
January-03-2008 Describe common networking applications, including Web applications

Implement a small switched network
January-03-2008 Perform, save and verify initial switch configuration tasks, including remote access management

Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP services to meet network requirements for a small branch office
January-03-2008 Assign and verify valid IP addresses to hosts, servers and networking devices in a LAN environment

Implement a small routed network
January-03-2008 Perform and verify routing configuration tasks for a static or default route given specific routing requirements

Explain and select the appropriate administrative tasks required for a WLAN
January-03-2008 Identify and describe the purpose of the components in a small wireless network (including: SSID, BSS, ESS)

Good article on funding education
January-03-2008 What I have seen out there is that most companies are forcing people out of the IT field by not offering them continued funding of their education. That includes contractors.

Letters on Wikipedia
January-03-2008 Just wanted to drop you a note about your article on Wikipedia in the Sept. issue of CertMag to say thanks for sharing that experience.

Adventures in Teaching
Daniel Margolis December-28-2007 Success as a teacher requires the ability to command the respect of a classroom full of students.

Making the IT Leap: How to Move Into the Industry
Wayne Anderson and Ken Wagner December-28-2007 It’s not just fledgling techies and students getting into IT: Professionals from all different industries look to get into the field. So, here we present tips on how individuals in other industries can best market themselves to enter IT, as well as discus

News & Notes for IT Professionals
Daniel Margolis December-28-2007 IT Telecommuting Grows in PopularityA new study from Robert Half Technology has found that telecommu

Selecting Certs to Match a Career Path
Wayne Anderson, Ken Wagner December-28-2007 Dear Techie, I am currently working as a help desk analyst for a large company. I am A+ and MCP WI

Answering a Frequently Asked Question
Daniel Margolis December-28-2007 Given that this magazine is targeted at IT professionals, you might think that these pages would be

Reorganizing Your Digital Closet
Ben Warden December-28-2007 Digital devices, e-mail accounts, virtual storage spaces, etc.: These are our bedroom closets in the 21st ce

Enterprise WLAN: Still Growing
Kevin Sandlin December-28-2007 The CWNP family of enterprise WLAN certifications — CWNA, CWSP and CWNE — can help you keep pace with the gr

Solstice Consulting: Agility as a Hiring Model
Ben Bradley December-28-2007 Solstice Consulting is a technology and management consulting firm that believes it is impossible to demand

Phoning It In: Telecommuting Systems and Networks Engineer
Daniel Margolis December-28-2007 Ever wish your morning commute could be whittled down to a distance of 50 feet or less? With fuel costs head

Managing When You’re Not a Manager
Katherine Spencer Lee December-28-2007 Managing when you’re not a manager can be an excellent way to boost your visibility in the company. If you l

Band of Brothers: Why You Should Join an IT Association
Lisa Rummler December-28-2007 Joining an IT association is worth much more than the various discounts and benefits you will likely be offe

Degree Versus Certification
Ben Warden December-28-2007 A recent poll on CertMag.com tells us (perhaps not surprisingly) that our readership feels having a

January 2008
December-28-2007

Configuring Network Access
December-27-2007 Configure Remote Access

Configuring the Domain Name System (DNS)
December-27-2007 Configure zones

Deploying Servers
December-27-2007 Install server core

Maintaining the Active Directory Environment
December-27-2007 Configure backup and recovery

Configuring the Active Directory Infrastructure
December-27-2007 Configure authentication

Planning Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Upgrades and Migrations
December-20-2007 Plan coexistence with Exchange 2000 Server and Exchange Server 2003 in a single organization

Planning for High Availability Implementation
December-20-2007 Plan a backup solution implementation

Planning the Exchange Topology Deployment
December-20-2007 Plan the server role deployment

Planning Messaging Security and Compliance Implementation
December-20-2007 Plan the network layer security implementation

Planning for Messaging Environment Maintenance
December-20-2007 Plan for patch and service pack implementation

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Mixing Open Source and Not Open Source: The Benefits and Challenges
Brian Summerfield December-20-2007 In last month’s Open Source community feature, I discussed how proprietary software companies Micros

Trainer Evaluations
Ben Warden December-20-2007 Since its inception in 1989, the SANS (SysAdmin, Audit, Network, Security) Institute has provided co

Deloitte’s Latest Privacy Study Shows Concerns, Progress
Ben Warden, Associate Editor December-17-2007 A recent security study by Deloitte found 85 percent of survey participants reporting numerous information security breaches that compromised the personal information of employees and customers.

Backup and Recovery
December-13-2007 Describe new RMAN reliability features. Block media recovery (BMR), Trial Recovery

Load and Unload Data
December-13-2007 Explain Data Pump architecture

Application Tuning
December-13-2007 Use the SQL Tuning Advisor

Space Management
December-13-2007 Reclaim wasted space from tables and indexes using the segment shrink functionality

General Storage Enhancement
December-13-2007 Relocate SYSAUX occupants

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Following the Leading Technology Trends
Daniel Margolis December-11-2007 In developing a career as an IT professional, it just makes good business sense to follow the leadin

On Demand Changes the Market
Denis Pombriant December-11-2007 Every now and then, something changes in a market that has a big impact on the way things are and th

Sarbanes-Oxley and the DBA
Kellye Whitney December-11-2007 It’s unlikely the average database administrator (DBA) would ever say his or her job is easy, but th

On-the-Job Training or Bust?
Lisa Rummler December-11-2007 Perhaps this sounds familiar: You arrive to work on your first day as a help desk professional. It’s

Independent Contractor vs. Employee: How to Decide Which One You Are
Kellye Whitney December-11-2007 Do you like danger? OK, OK. Neither full-time nor contract-based