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    No skyrocketing salaries, despite skills squeeze

    ICT salaries are rising, but they are certainly not skyrocketing.

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    Melbourne-based Web start-up 2Vouch yesterday launched the first public beta of what it dubs its "social recruiting platform".

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    Hidden meanings in NSW's 'People First'

    While some states boast about procurement plans and how much they'll boost industry coffers, the NSW government appears to be heading in the opposite direction.

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    BlackBerry ... not as safe as you thought?

    Discerning thumbs for BlackBerry users are essential to keep away a new threat which can compromise the security of the popular smartphone. Well that's according to Research In Motion's (RIM) Ian Robertson, senior manager of security and research.

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  • Diversification of the IT industry is beneficial to all

    The IT profession is rare within the larger career landscape, in that virtually anyone can jump in and excel in the field—regardless of race, color, ethnic background, or gender.

  • Candidate shortages hit Aust IT shops

    Increased demand for information technology employees by employers in Australia and New Zealand is sparking talent shortages in key areas, a new survey claims.

  • Big money IT jobs may be returning: Survey

    A salary survey conducted by IT recruitment company Robert Walters suggests big money IT jobs may be on their way back.

  • Beware of the yes-man

    An overly agreeable employee that starts out as a nice addition to the staff can turn out to be a chronic source of problems. Any employee who agrees to everything is not doing you any favours.

  • Taking an ill-fitting promotion

    When one IT manager admits that a possible new promotion won't be as gratifying as the manager's current role, one columnist points out the many issues to consider.

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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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Fit to Print: 9 colour laser printers tested

    Printing solutions for the office come in all shapes and sizes. Check out our review to find the right one for your needs.

  • Pigeons can push random buttons

    Commentary: Why does a well-designed user interface seem to drop off the list of priorities when new systems are created?

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