Don't be fooled by suspicious test preparation Web sites

09/03/08

A lawsuit filed by Microsoft against a test-preparation Web site illustrates the risks of certification exam cheating, even if it is done unknowingly.

Database administrators in high demand

08/27/08

Computer scientists and database administrators are in high demand, according to a new report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. These IT pros can expect relatively high pay and job growth in coming years, the report says.

Has offshoring harmed U.S. IT workers? One researcher says 'no'

08/20/08

The word "offshoring" might send shivers down the spine of IT pros who are unemployed or fearful of losing their jobs. But how much impact does offshoring - the outsourcing of IT functions to foreign countries - really have on employment prospects in the United States? Despite alarming forecasts from some analyst firms, one new study concludes that the impact is minimal.

Are you ready to become a Microsoft Master?

08/13/08

Microsoft's new Master-level certifications are pricey and time-consuming, but could result in new career opportunities.

Networking skills gap presents opportunity to IT workers

08/06/08

IDC is reporting that a huge networking skills gap is proving troublesome to enterprises - but presents a huge opportunity for IT professionals.

Cisco takes fight against cheaters to new level

07/30/08

Cisco's fight against cheaters is entering a new phase, with photo identification requirements and a data forensics program similar to the one announced by Microsoft. Pilot programs using the new detection methods have already uncovered 1,400 suspected cheaters, according to Cisco.

These tech skills are recession-proof

07/23/08

Back in April we discussed research that found IT job security was dropping five times faster than the national average. But there's some new research that shows a rosier view, with numerous technology skills being labeled as "recession-proof."

Cisco expands CCNA with new security, voice and wireless certifications

07/16/08

Cisco has unveiled a new Web site designed for collaboration among IT pros and added three new concentrations to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) line of exams.

Microsoft cracks down on certification exam cheating

07/09/08

Microsoft is tackling certification exam cheating in a big way, with harsher penalties and a data forensics program that can find cheaters through statistical analysis of their exams.

Cisco unveils practical CCDE exam

07/02/08

At the beginning of this year, Cisco launched the written test for its Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) program, which lets IT pros demonstrate expertise in network infrastructure design principles and fundamental concepts.

Is a CPA worth getting for technology pros?

06/25/08

IT pros hear all the time about the importance of having both business and technology skills. But few people, perhaps, have taken this ideal to heart more than Ron Box, who is the CFO and CIO of Joe Money Machinery in Birmingham, Ala.

IT pros willing to take a 10% pay cut if allowed to telecommute

06/18/08

Four-dollar gas prices have a way of influencing people's priorities. A sizable number of tech professionals now want to work at home - and they're even willing to give up salary in exchange for not driving to work.

Salary boost for getting CISSP, related certs

06/11/08

A $21,000 boost in salary can be yours if you obtain a CISSP or two other major security certifications, according to another study showing just how important security skills have become for getting ahead in the IT field.

IT certification pay continues to drop - but some faster than others

06/04/08

It's been well-known for some time that IT certifications are becoming less useful when it comes to raising your salary. Some certifications are dropping in value much more quickly than others, though.

Looking for contract work? You may need to relocate

05/28/08

Life for an IT contract worker is tough: finish one job and you might have to move to another city to get your next one. But the good news is there seems to be an abundance of contract jobs despite signs that a worsening economy is limiting opportunities in the IT industry.

Enterprise architecture a potentially lucrative field

05/21/08

By now you've probably heard the phrase "enterprise architect." People in the know are hard-pressed to describe exactly what an enterprise architect is, but they say one thing is clear: the relatively new job title represents a growing and lucrative field for IT pros.

Windows Server 2008 certifications: Are they worth it?

05/14/08

Microsoft is pushing a new set of certifications for Windows Server 2008, a new software package that will become increasingly common in enterprises over the next year or so. Are they worth getting?

How to find a job when career Web sites fail users

05/07/08

Career Web sites are failing job seekers. Here's how you can succeed anyway.

IT worker confidence hits low point

04/30/08

IT worker confidence has hit its lowest point in years, with fewer than half of employees confident in their ability to find a new job.

Ethical hacking certification offered by McAfee

04/23/08

A division of McAfee is teaching IT professionals how to think like hackers and attack their own networks in a new course that lets network managers earn a popular certification for ethical hacking.

MBA boosts IT salary more than experience and non-business degrees

04/16/08

IT professionals who lack an MBA might be shocked to learn how much money they're leaving on the table. A new study of IT salaries finds that a Master of Business Administration degree is worth as much as 10 years of IT workforce experience, and is far more valuable financially than any other master's or bachelor's degree.

Cisco tackles certification exam cheating

04/09/08

Exam cheating and braindump sites are persistent problems in the high-stakes world of IT certifications, and vendors serious about protecting the integrity of their certifications have to fight cheaters on many levels.

IT job security plummets five times faster than nationwide average

04/02/08

Job security for IT professionals plummeted more than 10% from January to February of this year, far surpassing the average job security declines seen nationwide in a rigorous analysis of U.S. employment patterns.

Your online image is just as important as your physical one

03/26/08

If there's one stereotype that has been broken since I began editing Cisco Subnet, Network World's community for Cisco users and partners, it's that tech geeks can't communicate. Judging by the working network execs we have blogging for us, today's eloquent network professionals are giving us professional wordsmiths a run for our money. I believe that maintaining such a professional image online speaks more about an IT pro's character than a one-paged resume. But, unfortunately, there are other 'IT pros' who don't have a clue how to conduct themselves online, showing not only poor judgment when it comes to posting unflattering pictures on Web sites - even ones intended just between friends - but also making insulting comments and remarks online. It's no wonder that these people choose to hide behind the mask of anonymity when posting up such remarks. For some IT pros, it's time to rethink their image online because future employers/clients may be reading.

Cisco releases CCVP curriculum, exams for Unified Communications Manager 6.0

03/19/08

Cisco Monday updated the exams and courseware for its Cisco Certified Voice Professional certification to cover its Cisco Unified Communications Manager 6.0 product. The new exams and courseware are available now and replace exams and courseware that supported Cisco Unified CallManager 5.0.

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Jon Brodkin is senior writer at Network World.