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IT skills to help the UK out of recession?
More investment needs to be made in IT skills to help the country with its economic recovery, a study conducted by the British Computer Society (BCS) has found.The provision of IT skills is more crucial...
'More than half of teachers expect ICT training in 2009'
More than half of primary school teachers are set to receive IT training this year, a study has shown.Research by the British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) has shown that 59 per cent of teachers...
Broadband speeds 'could benefit from time telescope'
A new study has suggested broadband internet could be speeded up by a so-called time telescope.In news that may interest people considering IT careers, researchers found this method could squeeze more...
Server virtualisation investment 'still small'
Organisations have yet to commit to server virtualisation in any great numbers, an IT industry expert insists.While Chris Bone, enterprise products and solutions specialist at Fujitsu, concedes this area...
Businesses urged to focus on IT training
Companies have been warned that they have their heads in the sand when it comes to providing IT training for staff.A report from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has suggested that more sophisticated...
Schools 'need more IT training'
New research has suggested that schools and teachers need greater IT training to ensure that they are able to keep up with the changing world of technology.A study published by the British Educational...
Microsoft enters free security market
Computing giant Microsoft has launched a new security package that could transform the IT industry.The firm has launched a free anti-virus package, named Microsoft Security Essentials, which can be downloaded...
IT industry to benefit from internet changes
The US is set to loosen its stranglehold on the internet, in a move that could help increase worldwide developments in the IT industry.The US is set to sign an accord with international regulator Icann...
IT training 'favoured by business'
New research has suggested technology managers value staff that are highly trained in IT over the acquisition of new technology.According to a poll carried out by research firm Opinion Leader on behalf...
Shippers call for better logistics
People with better IT training in the logistics industry could help deliver improvements for the shipping sector, it has been claimed.People with better IT training could be brought into the sector as...
HP offers IT advice to SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are to receive integration services from IT industry giant HP, the firm has revealed.The organisation has decided to begin offering services that include technology...
Reward for training efforts
A group of people in Warrington have been rewarded for their hard work in IT training and a number of other disciplines.The people have undertaken courses at Charter Training Services, reports the Warrington...
Nikon reveals e-learning secrets
Technology firm Nikon has revealed some of the secrets of its e-learning initiative which has enabled many people to gain new skills through home learning.The camera manufacturer has provided a wide variety...
'Complacency' behind security software growth
Firms may want to invest more in IT training after hearing that human complacency is a key reason why security spending has, and will continue to rise, according to an industry expert.Shane Wright, IT...
New helpline could help those in IT jobs
IT industry professionals concerned about their employment rights could benefit from a new government-backed advice service.The Pay and Work Rights helpline has been launched to help workers clarify workplace...
Fund will support graduates considering a career change
A new government initiative encouraging graduates to set up their own businesses will help to kick start the economy, says a recruitment expert.Backed by a £1 million government investment, the Flying...
IT training 'is the future'
Offering greater levels of IT training may well help the UK to recover more quickly from the current economic downturn, it has been claimed.A new survey from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, found...
Microsoft appeals to those in web design careers
Web designers are being encouraged to take up a new offer from Microsoft that will see them pay no upfront costs.Following on from the firm's launch of its BizSpark and DreamSpark programs, the computing...
IT security 'a real concern'
Meeting the combined needs of IT data security and budget constraints can be a real challenge for IT professionals, it has been claimed.Vice-president of the pre-sales and sales specialist organisation...
Businesses 'neglecting web opportunities'
Businesses are missing out on some of the opportunities their websites can create, it has been claimed.Speaking following research from Fasthosts Internet which showed businesses can fail to measure the...
Graduates 'may still need IT training'
New graduates who have studied IT while at university may well still need to undertake IT training courses when they enter the world of work, it has been claimed.IT professor and director of the Creighton...
IT infrastructure 'should be adaptable'
Businesses should ensure they maintain adaptable IT systems as technology now plays a vital role in remaining competitive, an expert has argued.Chris Bone, enterprise products and solutions specialist...
IT industry 'helping to fight crime'
The UK's top forensics experts have said three major computer projects have helped them become far more cost-effective and efficient Government-owned company Forensic Science Service (FSS) reported that...
Immigration laws 'could damage IT industry'
Changes to Home Office laws on immigration could make an IT skills gap more likely, it has been reported. From 2010, all posts, including IT jobs, must be advertised within the UK for at least four weeks...
IT industry 'becoming less competitive'
In a global league table ranking countries on their IT industry's level of competitiveness, the UK has fallen from third to sixth place. However, the annual study by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)...
Chinese schools scrap web filter
A number of schools in China are reportedly removing the controversial web-filtering software installed on their computers earlier this year. Chinese authorities had backed down on a plan to install the...
Transparency 'encourages online purchases'
Following news a European Commission report has found that more than half of online retailers offer inadequate customer information, one e-business has stressed the importance of making consumers aware...
Palm Pixi 'ideal for consumers and IT industry'
A new multifunctional device launched by mobile firm Palm will appeal to the general public as well as professional users, say technology experts.According to news site Mobile Gazette, the Palm Pixi's...
Free internet for communities 'on the way'
A new project aiming to make wireless internet access available free of charge to selected communities has been announced.In what may come as good news for those enrolled on an IT training course, installation...
CIOs 'continue to invest in new technology'
Chief information officers (CIO) around the world continue to focus on investing in new technologies to help them improve efficiencies and decision making across their businesses, new research shows.The...
Public sector 'still some way from web 2.0'
Those working in the public sector are still some way from being able to fuly utilise all the benefits of Web 2.0 technology, it has been claimed.David Osimo, director at research company Tech4i2, argued...
Teaching technology use 'is important'
Teaching the effective use of technology is an important task, one headteacher has asserted.Following the release of a new report from the Cranfield School of Management which indicates that addiction...
Businesses 'should use online video'
Businesses should make the most of available technology and use video online, one expert has argued.Rachel Hawkes, an account director for media consultancy Elemental, said that video should appear on...
Streaming 'will overtake downloads'
Offering access to the music streaming service Spotify through smartphones could see such services becoming the most popular method for listening to music, says an IT industry expert.Simon Barker, editor...
IT industry 'eagerly anticipates SharePoint 2010'
Those in IT careers are said to be anxious to secure the new version of Microsoft's document management software.Joel Oleson, author of technology blog of SharePointJoel.com, noted the "huge anticipation"...
More companies 'planning to recruit'
Those hoping to make a career change after completing an IT training course may be encouraged by reports suggesting the job market is set to improve.According to Richard Doherty, vice president of solutions...
Elderly 'may benefit from IT training'
IT courses could help the elderly to get online and reap the various different benefits available to them.Recent research by Help the Aged and Age Concern found that many elderly people are missing out...
Security attacks 'can hit hard'
While consumers can get away with not updating their security software in a number of instances, they could suffer worse-than-expected attacks, it has been claimed.Simon Heron, internet security analyst...
Going IT alone in the global downturn
The global economic landscape has undergone a seismic shift in the last year, with the holy grail of sustained long-term growth exposed as a myth. Unlike previous recessions the implications have been...
Passwords 'don't guarantee internet security'
Those using computers for work or IT training should remember obscure passwords for online networks can be stolen as easily as more obvious ones, says a computing expert.According to a new white paper...
YouTube film rental 'good news for customers'
Reports suggesting Google is in talks with several film studios about offering a rental service through its video streaming site have been welcomed by one movie industry expert.Commenting on the news,...
Cloud computing - a revolution for IT professionals
Cloud computing was once dismissed by IT professionals and industry watchers as just the latest fad, the newest buzz in a sector renowned for hype and over-statement. But in recent years, with the support...
Recession 'could drive a career change'
The economic downturn could be a major factor in workers' decisions to start their own businesses, says one high profile entrepreneur.Star of the BBC's Dragon's Den James Caan said that as many companies...
IT industry 'could help language develop'
Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter could be helping the English language to evolve, say linguistics experts. A statement issued this week by dictionary producer Collins said social networking...
Workers 'risk data loss through email and Facebook'
Employees sharing information through social networking sites and email is a major concern for businesses keen to protect sensitive information, says a security expert.Nicki Wallace, global solutions marketing...
