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A Look Back at Linux For more than twenty years Linux has played a significant role in the computing industry—whether commercial users realize it or not. However, in 2013 Linux made a big splash in some important areas that are sure to influence the direction of the industry in the next few years. Read more to see how. |
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Will We See the Debut of Dual OS Mobile Phones This Year? Microsoft is exploring possibilities of partnering with Android handset makers to build devices that boot up with two mobile operating systems, giving users the option at run time to choose which one they want. This move will pose new opportunities for mobile software engineers and for testers. |
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Why You Should Learn COBOL Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL) is taught in only a third of US schools. Yet, COBOL is responsible for more than 70 percent of the world's business transactions. If that isn't reason enough to stop what you're doing and learn COBOL, then read on to see exactly why you should. |
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What Companies—and You—Can Learn from LEGOs When it comes to building a base of loyal and passionate fans of a product, it’s hard to match the company that makes a toy that’s been around since 1949: the LEGO brick. Companies should pay attention to this gold standard for fan-based innovation and whose customers generate tons of product buzz. |
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Look for Cloud Certifications in 2014 The impact of the cloud on IT and business is unquestionable. Unfortunately, when it comes to hiring individuals with the correct skill-set or showcasing cloud proficiency to future employers, questions can arise in abundance. For the New Year we offer nine cloud certifications to look for in 2014. |
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Man Arrested in First Electric Car-Related Case of Siphoning Charges are reportedly going to be dropped in the case against a Georgia man accused of stealing four cents’ worth of electricity from a school parking lot. But the incident has set off a national discussion as electric car users realize there are very few laws that govern charging their vehicles. |
