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An overview of six technologies that could shape the digital landscape in 2023

I love this century! Innovations and advances in technology have grown exponentially with new technologies emerging on a seemingly daily basis. This century and, indeed, this decade, is like a candy shop ...

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Test your knowledge of famous IT quotes

Technological advances are often led by visionaries who have a unique ability. That ability may be to see something others don’t, to inspire and motivate a team or organization, to break through ...

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Your IT IP can be legally protected — but that may not always be to your advantage

In the July 2022 issue of Certification Magazine, we looked at the three main forms of intellectual property protection that can apply to IT or other areas: copyrights, trademarks, and patents. Given the strength ...

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How Wi-Fi 6 is transforming the wireless internet experience

Wi-Fi technology has transformed the way people communicate and operate. It is the principal medium for Internet traffic across the world. Whether through individuals, corporations, or institutions ...

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IoT security for your home network

As smart homes become more commonplace, implementation of adequate network security has risen to the level of critical need. This is primarily because of concerns about the security of IoT devices. This is ...

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A brief history of cloud computing

It is difficult to find a networking-, security-, or even basic computing-related certification exam today that does not include one or more questions related to the cloud. Every exam candidate needs to ...

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Are cookies about to crumble? Change is coming to online tracking

Over the holiday season, I indulged in a lot of treats. My favorite? A chocolate chip cookie — well, let’s be honest, I love all cookies. What does this have to do with a technology article? Have ...

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Make yourself an effective IT certification mentor

In the October 2021 issue of Certification Magazine, we took a look at mentoring programs and how they can be helpful for IT workers who need assistance in their pursuit of IT certifications ...

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Developing digital forensics skills with no-cost learning resources

Careers that involve digital forensics have been the common focus of articles in Certification Magazine and on CertMag.com. Some examples of this trend include the …

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Test your knowledge of NIST definitions

When it comes to proposing standards and defining the language involved, few institutions compare in scale and scope to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) …

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