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	18 hot IT certifications for 2014 For years premium pay for IT certifications has been on the decline, but top pay for IT certifications has increased for two consecutive quarters and is up 1.5 percent; the largest quarterly increase since 2006. Read along as we look at the IT certifications predicted to grow in early 2014. Read More WHITE PAPER: Nasuni Corp Eliminating the Need for WAN Acceleration Using the Cloud Download this white paper to learn about how the cloud is an exciting new alternative to traditional WAN acceleration. Learn More In this Issue Dark tower Mac Pro goes on sale Thursday Microsoft bets on Windows XP disaster Ron Miller: DRM has always been a horrible idea 15 pointers for success as an independent software developer Microsoft warns customers to update to Windows 8.1 final or face ruin Perspective: Throw Windows XP a lifeline, Microsoft JR Raphael: Nexus 7 vs. G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition: Which should you get? But wait -- there's more! 8 tech gadgets that multitask Review: Apple's 15-in. MacBook Pro delivers on speed, battery life WHITE PAPER: Nasuni Corp Integrated Storage - A Comparison of Nasuni vs. StorSimple In recent years several vendors have entered the cloud storage market offering data storage solutions leveraging the capabilities of the cloud to deliver an enterprise-ready solution. This document compares two solutions that deliver enterprise cloud-integrated storage using two distinct approaches. Learn More Dark tower Mac Pro goes on sale Thursday Apple's radically redesigned Mac Pro workstation will go on sale Thursday, the Cupertino, Calif. company announced today. Read More Microsoft bets on Windows XP disaster Microsoft today used the hoary practice of predicting next year to drive another nail into Windows XP's coffin. Read More Ron Miller: DRM has always been a horrible idea And there's mounting evidence that it's counterproductive. Read More 15 pointers for success as an independent software developer Here's how to cut your corporate ties and transform your programming chops into a thriving business Read More WHITE PAPER: Exablox Christmas Wish List - Is Your Storage Naughty or Nice? In this storage Christmas wish list we look at the "naughty" storage solutions and examine why they are failing today's IT. The paper also reviews the "nice" emerging storage solutions that are delivering significant benefits - so you can that kick back and sip eggnog by the fire. Learn more! Microsoft warns customers to update to Windows 8.1 final or face ruin Microsoft today reminded customers that the Windows 8.1 Preview will conk out on Jan.15. Read More Perspective: Throw Windows XP a lifeline, Microsoft Microsoft's support for WIndows XP ends in less than four months, and the company has warned users repeatedly that it's time to move on. But a lot of them are sticking with the aged OS. And for Microsoft, that's a problem. Read More JR Raphael: Nexus 7 vs. G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition: Which should you get? The Nexus 7 and G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition both run stock Google Android software and deliver outstanding user experiences. So which tablet is right for you? Read More But wait -- there's more! 8 tech gadgets that multitask Looking for a really multifunctional gift? These mobile devices offer at least two (and sometimes more) uses -- and in very imaginative ways. Read More Review: Apple's 15-in. MacBook Pro delivers on speed, battery life Apple's newest 15-in. MacBook Pro looks just like last year's model but delivers on faster performance and solid battery life, says columnist Michael deAgonia. Read More
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