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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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Six trends that will drive technology development in 2022 — and beyond

When I first wrote a “top trends” article for Certification Magazine heading into 2020, the world was our oyster. There were so many exciting technologies and trends …

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Set some IT goals — and follow through

It’s that time of year when many set career development goals to achieve over the course of a few months or a year or more. Following through with goals, however, can …

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