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Army Specialist Priscilla White was stationed in Kuwait with the Alabama Army National Guard for several weeks before she learned about the U.S. Army Central Command Signal University, a school at Camp Arifjan where she could learn new computer skills, earn IT certifications and gain points toward promotion within the military.

By now, just about everyone has been exposed to the benefits of Web-based computing. From the non-stop radio and television advertisements from cable and phone companies to the personalized communications sent out by massive direct and indirect sales providers, the message is getting out. With a virtually limitless number of advantages for the business community, cloud services adoption continues to grow exponentially each year while its impact on the channel makes similar gains. After all, Web- ...

Brian Cunningham knew as a sixth grader that he wanted to work with computers. That ambition led him to earn a bachelor’s degree in computer science and launch a career that began in computer programming but for more than 10 years has focused on IT project and program management.

On Thursday, Microsoft announced a huge reorganization and shift in mission. This article covering the announcement is a long read, but well worth it to gain some insight into what Microsoft thinks is important in a technology landscape that has been transformed since the PC-centric era that Microsoft helped usher in and maintain over the past 20 years. There are several interesting aspects of the re-alignment, especially for channel partners who base a great deal of business on Microsoft system ...

As the old saying goes, change is inevitable, which is why it’s important to be prepared for not only the positive, but also negative variations in the workplace and in life. Of course, it can take a fair amount of time for individuals to properly research issues that may pose a threat to their way or life or, inversely, improve it. For businesses, those changes happen almost every day, so entrepreneurs have to remain vigilant at all times to minimize their risks and take advantage of new ...

Vendors love cloud computing, at least in theory. The cloud computing model offers something many IT companies – vendors and solution providers alike – have never seen: recurring, predicable and accruing revenue. And, because cloud can be delivered at scale with fewer resources, such services are inherently more profitable. Cloud economics aren’t lost on businesses. Rather than building and maintaining their own IT systems and applications, cloud computing promises to low ...

Last week, the Senate passed the Gang of Eight’s immigration bill S. 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013. The legislation passed by a vote of 68-32, with 14 Republicans supporting the measure.  We applaud the Senate for their commitment to this issue and on passage of the legislation.  Please click here to see the statement we released last week.  However, passage in the Senate was only the first of many battles that th ...

If you still haven’t registered for CompTIA ChannelCon, let’s talk numbers. With your registration, you’ll have access to over 3,300 minutes of educational content, 26 intensive courses, six CompTIA Executive Certificate programs, four hot topic panels, two exciting keynote sessions and over 50 expert speakers. And, did we mention that it’s all happening at the luxurious Peabody Hotel in gorgeous Orlando? Warm weather and refreshing pool aside, we know that you’re r ...

The explosive growth of e-commerce has made it as easy to do business with a customer across the country as with one across the street. Lightning fast Internet access, mobile and handheld devices, cloud computing and a host of other technology innovations make it possible for businesses to do business online, whether they’re small, medium or large in size. The e-commerce market continues to grow at a double-digit rate each year. In 2013, online retail sales in the U.S. are projected to rea ...

When was the last time you posted a help wanted sign and a number of suitably qualified individuals lined up to fill out an application? Chances are it’s been a while, especially for solution providers and other IT companies looking for experienced technicians and engineers. The labor force and the processes involved in attracting this pool of new talent have both evolved over the past few years. Employment specialists often point to work ethic and personal motivation differences between ...

If you’ve ever taken a business class, you’re likely familiar with the term “value proposition.” Simply stated, the phrase means a promise of value to the customer. While that promise is likely paramount to a company’s mission, oftentimes a promise just isn’t enough to pull new customers in the front door. That’s why managed print services (MPS) providers across North America are pursuing the CompTIA Managed Print Trustmark – a recognized, third-pa ...

Student Balaji Kundalam may still be preparing to enter the technical workforce, but his understanding of how things work has already given him a leg up on his peers.

“The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA),” also known as “No Child Left Behind,” expired at the end of fiscal year 2008 and while it has been due for reauthorization, it has been operating at FY 2008 levels. In recent weeks, we have seen a lot of activity around this legislation as both the House and Senate have begun work on reauthorizing the bill. In the Senate, the “Strengthening America’s Schools Act” was introduced by Senator Tom Harkin (D ...

For the inaugural graduating class of Chicago Tech Academy High School (ChiTech), early June was a bittersweet, in-between time. With exams done, grades in, and prom over, there was not much for the 68 young people to do but tie up loose ends and wait. Soon enough, the first graduates of this start-up high school will be launched into the world equipped with 21st century technology and leadership skills. “I feel a little numb I’m not going to be in high school anymore,&rdqu ...

These days everything is customized to your unique preferences. You get coupons at the grocery store based on what you usually purchase, advertisements pop up online based on the websites you frequent and even social media sites are making recommendations on what they think you might like. So it should be no surprise that CompTIA ChannelCon – taking place July 29 to 31 in Orlando, FL – is now customizable to both your business and personal needs via myChannelCon. As a unique benefit ...