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January 23, 2013
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  • Cisco exec ponders the benefits of the "Internet of Things"
    The convergence of Big Data, increasing connectivity and emerging technologies is cited in predictions by Cisco Systems' chief futurist, Dave Evans. "We see the Internet of Things as a subset of the Internet of Everything," Evans says. "Without the connection between things, arguably their value is significantly diminished." InformationWeek (1/22) LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
  • Intel announces plans to phase out desktop motherboard unit
    As part of its new emphasis on mobile electronics, Intel said Tuesday it will phase out its business unit making motherboards for desktop PCs. "We disclosed internally today that Intel's Desktop Motherboard Business will begin slowly ramping down over the course of the next three years," the chipmaker said. "The internal talent and experience of [20] years in the boards business ... is being redistributed to address emerging new form factors." CNET (1/22) LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
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  • IBM says Q4 profits increased
    The fourth quarter brought mixed results, IBM says, with profit up 6.3% but revenue down by about 1%. The company says its services business declined but software and emerging markets were up, and security is expected to be a growth area. The Wall Street Journal (1/22) LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
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  • IT salaries saw biggest increase in a decade last year
    Tech compensation increased by an average of 5.3% last year, the biggest salary increase seen in more than 10 years, according to a Dice report. Salaries for employees with a minimum of 15 years in the field hit the six-figure range, a first for the sector. "Employers are recognizing and adjusting to the reality of a tight market," said Scot Melland, CEO of Dice Holdings. Network World (1/22) LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
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  • Agile development is embraced by federal agencies
    Spending constraints are driving government agencies to turn to agile IT development, says Kris van Riper of consulting firm CEB. "Planning out multi-year projects where you don't see the deliverables for extended time periods in a traditional waterfall method really isn't going to work," van Riper says. Computerworld (1/22) LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
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  • CompTIA asks if Big Data is a real opportunity for the typical provider
    The term Big Data is still fresh in the minds of most IT professionals, emerging in media reports and at trade shows as the supposed latest-and-greatest channel solution available. But is it viable for everyone? Get the answer here. LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
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    The CompTIA Cloud Essentials specialty certification demonstrates that an individual knows what cloud computing means from a business and technical perspective, as well as what is involved in moving to and governing the cloud. Get certified today. LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
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    TechVoice provides the IT community with timely information about state and federal IT legislation and regulations, as well as an organized method to become an instant advocate for the IT channel. Sign up for action alerts. LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
  • CompTIA IT SmartStat: Jan. 23, 2013
    48% of firms that do not provide managed services feel that better understanding of vendor channel partner programs for managed services would enhance their firm's entry into managed services. CompTIA IT SmartStat. LinkedInFacebookTwitterEmail this Story
 
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