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Our top five IT career tips of 2011
We’ve compiled our top IT career tips of 2011 as a treat to our readers. You’ll learn about various methods you can use to improve your career trajectory -- and save money at the same time. Feature
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IT staff training: Assessing the need
Investing in employee training sessions for your IT staff can be a costly undertaking, but the benefits will boost employee performance, morale and your organization as a whole. Crash Course
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Back to school reading list: Windows PowerShell Cookbook
This cookbook has recipes for common PowerShell tasks in a problem/solution/discussion format. Read about what else it has to offer in our slideshow on the top books for Windows pros. Slideshow
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Back to school reading list for Windows pros
Are you confused by Active Directory? Overwhelmed by PowerShell? Don't fret. Our expert compiled five books that can help you better understand several Windows technologies. Slideshow
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Back to school reading list: Exchange Server 2007 Web Services
This book covers Exchange Web Services in several contexts. Read more about it in our slideshow on the top books for Windows professionals. Slideshow
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Back to school reading list: Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V
This book adopts a crawl, walk, run approach to explaining Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V. Read more about it in our slideshow on the top books for Windows pros. Slideshow
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Back to school reading list: Active Directory, Fourth Edition
The fourth edition of this book from O'Reilly Media includes everything from Active Directory fundamentals to expert-level tips for Windows Server 2000 and up. Read about everything else it includes by clicking on our slideshow. Slideshow
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Back to school reading list: Windows 7 Resource Kit
This is Microsoft's complete guide to Windows 7, and it's not just for the power user or Windows admin. Read more about the resource kit in our slideshow. Slideshow
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TechEd 2010: Complete conference coverage
Check this page often to check out what's happening at TechEd 2010. Conference Coverage
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Help your IT team avoid burnout
See how to make your IT team more effective by monitoring workloads and teaching employees to watch out for signs of burnout in this excerpt from the IT Manager's Handbook. Crash Course
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The IT salary market and how to increase your value
While compensation for IT pros is slightly down, there are ways to separate yourself from the pack and increase your value. Article | 20 May 2010
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Does certification really matter in IT?
According to our recent survey, over half of IT respondents reported having no certifications. This begs the question; do industry-recognized certifications still matter in IT? Column | 23 Feb 2010
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IT pros pick their favorite books
IT pros offer book recommendations ranging from mainstream to super geeky. Article | 21 Dec 2009
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Sell your CIO on helpful technologies
Want to get on your CIO's good side this holiday season? Here are some suggested smart technologies that might help your enterprise cut costs and help you score points with the boss. Article | 09 Dec 2009
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Which Windows skills are in demand?
There are fewer jobs in IT, and employers pay new hires less. But the news is not all bad. SharePoint experience, for one, is in demand in Windows shops. Article | 17 Aug 2009
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Economic downturns call for Active Directory proficiency
Sharp Active Directory skills and an understanding of identity management systems are crucial for IT administrators during corporate downsizing. Article | 01 Dec 2008
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VMware adds design certification for virtual environments
IT managers who craft virtual environments anchored by VMware tools can earn a new certification in virtual infrastructure design. Article | 06 Aug 2008
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Warning -- your IT shop needs a makeover
SharePoint, cloud computing and other Web 2.0 technologies promise to keep IT managers on their toes. You'll have to adapt to stay out of the tar pits. Article | 25 Jun 2008
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Lack of scripting skills could derail a Windows career
Active Directory and Exchange Server administrators must learn scripting language and command prompts to keep their careers on track. Article | 13 Feb 2008
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High-tech job increases marred by skills shortage
A recent report shows that the U.S. high-tech industry added new jobs during the first half of 2006. Experts agree that more gains can be made in expanding jobs in the sector, but they disagree on how. Article | 04 Oct 2007
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Five habits of highly successful IT pros
Wondering why you’re not ascending in your IT department? Start incorporating these helpful habits and watch your stock rise. Tip
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Assessing the value of Microsoft certifications
Will Microsoft certifications get you a great job or make you a lot of money? Probably not, but that doesn’t mean they’re not still extremely valuable. Tip
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Five ways to advance your Windows career
IT is a competitive industry and you might feel stuck in one position. Find out how goal setting -- and knowledge -- can improve your prospects. Tip
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Social networking strategies to further your IT career
Twitter and LinkedIn are phenomenal resources when it comes to advancing your IT career. But are you using them effectively? Tip
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Top 10 reasons why you shouldn’t ignore mobile device security
What’s your company’s mobile security strategy? You don’t really worry about it? These 10 reasons will make you rethink that decision. Tip
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Building a self-assessment plan for IT pros
Take a step back to reflect on where you’ve been and where your career is going. Annual self-assessment can boost your professional profile and help prepare you for an uncertain future. Tip
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Preparing for your IT certification on the cheap
Proper preparation for IT certification exams doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Get the lowdown on inexpensive options and where to find them. Tip
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Write your way toward improved IT career prospects
Many IT pros cower at the thought of writing anything for work. The truth is, improving your writing skills is one of the best ways to get ahead. Tip
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How IT pros can boost their worth -- and their salaries
IT pros grouse that their certifications and experience aren't earning them worthy salaries, but few realize what things they need to do to get those extra bucks. Tip
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Career networking dos and don'ts for the IT pro
Networking among your peers goes a long way toward building valuable business relationships. Be the first person people think of when desirable positions become available. Tip
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What can I expect salary-wise from a CompTIA Project+ certification?
Career expert Ed Tittel helps a future project manager what to expect as far as income goes in the current job market. Ask the Expert
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What are the benefits of A+, Network+, MCDST, MCSA, and Security+ CompTIA certifications?
Expert Ed Tittel gives a rundown of the benefits of some of the CompTIA certifications on the market. Ask the Expert
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What books would you recommend to prepare for Microsoft Certified Professionals certification?
Expert Ed Tittel offers some advice for finding quality study materials for Microsoft Certified Professionals certification exams. Ask the Expert
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Should I focus on MOS certification if I wish to teach computer applications?
Expert Ed Tittel discusses Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification training and what can be gained from it. Ask the Expert
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I'm certified in MCSA, Network+, A+, MCP and Project+. What now?
Expert Ed Tittel guides a reader on which certification to fous on after he has already completed MCSA, MCSA, Network+, A+, MCP and Project+. Ask the Expert
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Can a MCSA get you an IT job without experience?
Expert Ed Tittel helps shows a reader how he can make the most out of a MCSA certifiaction. Ask the Expert
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How do I decide which certs to focus on?
Expert Ed Tittel helps guide a reader toward the best certification for him to acquire in today's IT market. Ask the Expert
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How can I improve my chances of landing a job after college?
Expert Ed Tittel advises a student studying Computer and Information Systems on the best way to hit the job market successfully. Ask the Expert
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How can an IT manager gain trust after layoffs?
How do I gain my IT workers' trust and loyalty, which has been damaged by the economic recession, layoffs, offshore outsourcing, etc.? Ask the Expert
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How to find a good training provider
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enterprise content management (ECM)
Enterprise content management (ECM) is a set of tools and methods that allows a corporation, agency or organization to obtain, organize, store and deliver information crucial to its operation... (Continued) Definition
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A+ (A Plus)
A-Plus (A+) is the name of a process, developed by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a large trade group, that certifies individuals for knowledge about and competency in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating pers... Definition
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social computing
Social computing is the collaborative and interactive nature of online behavior. Since the 1990s, computing has increasingly been assumed to be online; simultaneously, online behavior has become increasingly social. Definition
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Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS)
Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) is the full version of a portal-based platform for collaboratively creating, managing and sharing documents and Web services. MOSS enables users to create "Sharepoint Portals" that include shared workspaces, ... Definition
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incident management (IcM)
Incident management, in information technology, is a process designed to return service to normal as quickly as possible after an incident, in a way that has with little to no negative impact on the business... (Continued) Definition
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C
C is a structured, procedural programming language that has been widely used both for operating systems and applications and that has had a wide following in the academic community. Definition
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ISA (Industry Standard Architecture)
ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) is a standard bus (computer interconnection) architecture that is associated with the IBM AT motherboard. Definition
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Hungarian notation
In programming, Hungarian notation is a set of conventions for naming data objects in which a programmer adds a meaningful prefix of one or several characters to the object's name to identify what type of object it is. Definition
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canonical name
A canonical name is the properly denoted host name of a computer or network server... (Continued) Definition
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defragmentation
Defragmentation is the process of locating the noncontiguous fragments of data into which a computer file may be divided as it is stored on a hard disk, and rearranging the fragments and restoring them into fewer fragments or into the whole file. Definition
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The Windows Report -- Analyzing the IT job market
In the September edition of The Windows Report, we take a look at Microsoft's certification roadmap, and Kevin Beaver calls in to discuss the current state of the IT job market, with tips on how to find a new job in IT (or keep the one you have). Cli... Video
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Five habits of highly successful IT pros
Wondering why you’re not ascending in your IT department? Start incorporating these helpful habits and watch your stock rise. Tip
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Assessing the value of Microsoft certifications
Will Microsoft certifications get you a great job or make you a lot of money? Probably not, but that doesn’t mean they’re not still extremely valuable. Tip
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Five ways to advance your Windows career
IT is a competitive industry and you might feel stuck in one position. Find out how goal setting -- and knowledge -- can improve your prospects. Tip
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Social networking strategies to further your IT career
Twitter and LinkedIn are phenomenal resources when it comes to advancing your IT career. But are you using them effectively? Tip
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Top 10 reasons why you shouldn’t ignore mobile device security
What’s your company’s mobile security strategy? You don’t really worry about it? These 10 reasons will make you rethink that decision. Tip
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Building a self-assessment plan for IT pros
Take a step back to reflect on where you’ve been and where your career is going. Annual self-assessment can boost your professional profile and help prepare you for an uncertain future. Tip
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Our top five IT career tips of 2011
We’ve compiled our top IT career tips of 2011 as a treat to our readers. You’ll learn about various methods you can use to improve your career trajectory -- and save money at the same time. Feature
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Preparing for your IT certification on the cheap
Proper preparation for IT certification exams doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Get the lowdown on inexpensive options and where to find them. Tip
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Write your way toward improved IT career prospects
Many IT pros cower at the thought of writing anything for work. The truth is, improving your writing skills is one of the best ways to get ahead. Tip
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How IT pros can boost their worth -- and their salaries
IT pros grouse that their certifications and experience aren't earning them worthy salaries, but few realize what things they need to do to get those extra bucks. Tip
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About IT Career Development and Training
Maintaining an IT career is about growth and adapting to new business and technology developments. Whether it's developing your staff or training to advance your career, a good IT professional is constantly evolving. From social networking to finding a consulting niche to Windows training courses, this section features tips and advice on developing your IT staff, as well as resources that can help advance your career.