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  • University or certification?

    Australia's IT pros face the dilemma of opting for university qualifications or technical certifications. How do tech pros make sure they make the right decision so they aren't hamstrung later?

  • Developing your .NET certification strategy

    Once you decide to pursue a .NET developer certification, where do you begin? Find out what you need to know to get started and what you should consider in choosing a cert.

  • Experience vs certification: The winner?

    With IT outsourcing and offshoring on the rise, technology professionals in Australia have been forced to upgrade their skills and turn to industry certification to stay ahead. But are they on the right path?

  • Certified info-sec pros get paid more

    So the downturn is here. Tech professionals are sinking or swimming. If you're a security professional in Australia, getting certified may be an option. Getting the right certification could mean a larger paycheck, and many corporations would just kill to have a Certified Internet Systems Security Professional (CISSP) on board.

  • Experiencing Cisco's notorious CCIE lab

    The hope of six-figure salaries, companies lining up to recruit you, and outstanding job security has enticed many an IT professional to pursue the most renowned IT certification: the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE). Take a look at the gruelling process that is CCIE.

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  • University or certification?

    Australia's IT pros face the dilemma of opting for university qualifications or technical certifications. How do tech pros make sure they make the right decision so they aren't hamstrung later?

  • Certification: What's in a name?

    The technology industry is awash with certifications at the individual and organisational level, but are these qualifications worth the paper they're printed on? ZDNet Australia investigates.

  • The value of certification

    It can be seen as essential to have a list of certifications in technical areas, but is a piece of paper always worth having?

  • What makes a certification valuable?

    Whether you're a hiring manager or a hopeful job candidate, it's tough to decipher the real value of certifications. One heavily certified tech guru weighs in on the factors affecting the value of certifications.

  • Have (IT) certs will travel?

    Is certification better than experience? Here's what industry analysts and IT professionals have to say, including issues with MCSE.

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  • Making sure a firewall does its job

    Getting a firewall to do what it promises--protect the network--doesn't begin with an equipment purchase and end with the plug-in. It starts with security assessment and continues with constant vigilance.

  • The best firewall is ....

    Looking for firewall solutions? We review nine options to suit your corporate needs.

  • UnitedLinux won't tip Red Hat

    A move by four sellers of Linux to unite behind a single version of the operating system might help those allies--and boost Linux's popularity--but it isn't likely to dent the dominance of the top dog, Red Hat.

  • Tech Guide: Wireless Networking 101

    Ever wanted to connect computers without cables? Our primer will explain the different wireless technologies, help you get started, and offer tips on making your wireless network secure and efficient.

  • Biometrics special: Who are you?

    Forgotten your password again? Read on to find out how you'll be logging on, checking in, and signing off in the very near future.

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