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    The sharp rise in demand for IT skills throughout 2007 is well and truly in retreat according to the latest figures from the Olivier Job Index.

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    IT jobs lead the February fall of online job advertisements according to the latest Olivier Job Index, released over the weekend.

  • 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?

  • Taking a team-based approach

    Determining the right business application requires an in-depth, team-oriented approach. An IT manager outlines the specific approach his organisation used.

  • Target job roles to ease technological change

    To minimise productivity losses due to technological change, target the job activities of the user and compare the new and previous tools to allow users to embrace new technology.

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    Male-dominated workforce costs AU $47bn a year

    Restricting women's job opportunities costs the Asia Pacific region up to $47 billion each year.

  • Lies, damned lies and telco stupidity

    Earlier this month, Telstra put out a press release trumpeting that it's come up with a new phone coaching service to help people who are "bamboozled" by their mobiles. Another excellent example of wrongheaded thinking from the mobile industry.

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    Turning the tide on skilled immigration

    While we continue to talk about Australia's ICT skills shortage, more than 3,000 potential sponsorships are being blocked by impediments to the 457 visa scheme.

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  • 10 tips to being a better IT manager

    It's easy for IT managers to get bogged down in day-to-day activities and lose sight of the bigger picture of leading their staff. Whether you're a seasoned pro, or new to the game, the following tips will help you effectively manage your team.

  • 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?

  • 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.

  • Taking a team-based approach

    Determining the right business application requires an in-depth, team-oriented approach. An IT manager outlines the specific approach his organisation used.

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  • Sanyo PLV-Z2000

    Despite some performance shortcomings of the Sanyo PLV-Z2000 projector, it's nonetheless a competent and feature-rich 1080p entry.

  • Duelling databases: Four apps tested

    Databases are by no means an easy product category to understand. Many of the big players now offer free or "light" versions of their databases, but comparing them all is no easy task -- as we found out.

  • Canon Pixma iP4000

    The flagship printer in Canon's latest low-end inkjet lineup is fast and inexpensive, and it's capable of producing fairly good output.

  • The suite approach: 6 office suites tested

    Developers of alternative office software need to place more emphasis on ease of conversion if they ever wish to de-throne Microsoft.

  • Two desktops, twice the health risk?

    An ergonomics expert explains why IT professionals using multiple workstations could be at greater risk of developing Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)-type injuries.

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