There are two paths to take if you’re looking to advance your knowledge in IT-related fields: certifications and degrees. Both paths have benefits, but they are certainly not the same. While certifications are a cost-effective option, computer science degrees offer a more well-rounded education. According to the 2021 IT Salary report from Robert Half, IT professionals holding the following popular certifications can earn 5% to 10% more than their peers....

There’s not a sock – or sock subscription – in sight! He can binge-watch and learn at the same time, and there are hundreds of courses in the library, with new content added every month. For dad’s that are Mac owners, CleanMyMac X is the perfect gift. CleanMyMac X is a one-stop-shop tool that cleans, protects, and speeds up Macs. With a few clicks, dad can initiate a scan that digs through his Mac, rooting out junk and malware, and helping to bring back the speed and performance that the system once had....

To see out our top recommendations for tech products, gadgets, and accessories over the holiday season, check out our guide below. Stocking stuffers for under $100 The best gifts for a little more ($100 - $300) Gifts worth splurging for ($500 and up) Also: ZDNet’s Adrian Kingsley-Hughes’ Anker Nano Pro photo tour Also: Best wireless earbuds 2021: The greatest hits Also: Best camera phones | Best cameras Also: Best video streaming services of 2021 | Best live TV streaming service of 2021 Also: Best gaming laptops | Best gaming tablets Also: Best wireless earbuds of 2021: AirPods have competition Also: Best VR and AR headsets of 2021 Also: ZDNet’s Jason Cipriani reviews the Nanoleaf Elements See: Fitbit Charge 5 review: Best fitness tracker with color display, GPS, elegant form factor Also: Best Android tablets | Best tablets | Best budget tablets Also: Best laptops of 2021 | All about Apple’s Silicon M1 chip If you’re looking for a camera as a gift this holiday season – for someone else, or, perhaps, yourself – then this is an option well worth considering....

Several internet providers serve the Seattle area to provide connectivity to everyone. The city of Seattle wants to make technology accessible to all as well, offering programs that provide discounted smartphones and free computer access. And residents who cannot afford home broadband service may qualify for low-cost internet access for as little as $10 per month through a city program. Take a closer look at the best Seattle internet providers....

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), bachelor’s degree-level occupations are projected to grow by 10% by 2026, faster than projections for all occupations. Many students find online bachelor’s degrees more flexible and convenient than in-person options. These degrees may even be more affordable. We’ve factored in everything from cost to graduate success (and more!) to bring you the best online bachelor’s degrees of 2022. Top 5 overall schools for online bachelor’s degrees: Quick facts The 10 best online bachelor’s degrees ZDNet’s ranking methodology factors in federally reported data alongside programmatic and professional outcomes when assessing online bachelor’s degrees....

The Grand Canyon State only possesses a few online four-year colleges and universities, but the ones we’ve highlighted stand out for both affordable tuition and strong programs. Online colleges in Arizona can prepare you for a career in such growing industries as renewable energy, manufacturing, and business services, both in Arizona and nationwide. Read on for our ranking of the best online colleges in Arizona and what they can do for you....

Missouri Partnership reports that the Show-Me state has become a destination for jobs in engineering, finance, and logistics. Missouri’s diverse manufacturing output includes chemicals, electronics, and craft beer. Earning an accredited online degree in Missouri can prepare you for a job in these industries and more. Read on for our ranking of the top online colleges in Missouri and see how they can help you in your career goals....

Graduates can pursue various positions within the private and public sectors. Options include financial analyst, loan officer, financial planner, and credit analyst. The job outlook for these positions is on the rise, as the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an 8% increase from 2020-30. Want to join the growing finance field? Consider the following associate in finance degrees available online. Top 5 online schools for associate in finance degrees The best online associate in finance degrees Our experts analyzed extensive public data using ZDNet’s proprietary ranking algorithm to compile the following finance degree ranking....

The growth of new organizations and complex management and analytical tools has created a need for leaders with updated skills and credentials. As a result, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the addition of 906,800 new management jobs between 2020 and 2030, including positions in facilities, marketing, and financial management. Here, we rank the top online project manager’s master’s programs to give prospective learners a head start in their search....

And increasingly, ultraportable, high-grade laptops need to look the part in whatever out-of-office spaces itinerant workers might find themselves in. After all, who wants to be seen tapping away on a dull-looking ‘corporate’ device on a train or in a hotel lobby? That’s quite a challenge for engineers and industrial designers, which is why debate is often fierce over which ultraportable laptop is the ‘best’. As ever, the answer depends on exactly what the user wants to do with the device, and therefore which combination of features is most important....

This can be a controversial topic, as owners of entertainment content and intellectual property go to great lengths to control the distribution of their wares, especially when it comes to international markets for movies and TV shows. Even if you have a legal right to content at home, there might be issues regarding a streaming service’s terms and conditions when you are elsewhere or masking your original IP address. Controls tend to tighten even further for sporting events, such as highly-anticipated matches....

Whether you’re looking for lag-free gaming, public wi-fi hotspot security, buffer-free streaming or local servers, all the VPNs on my list demonstrate high speeds, security and popular streaming service un-blocking capability. Choosing the Right VPN for Charlotte If you’re heavily into streaming, you’re likely to have different priorities to someone more focused on using a VPN for added security when using public wi-fi, for example. That’s why it’s best to determine your own unique needs before looking....

The meeting comes in the wake of a series of dramatic cybersecurity incidents, including the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack that shut down gas and oil deliveries throughout the southeast, the SolarWinds software supply chain attack and an extensive hack on Microsoft Exchange servers. In a statement, the White House said a “whole-of-nation effort” is needed to address cybersecurity threats. To that end: The White House also received commitments from cyber insurance providers and educational organizations to improve the nation’s security posture....

The agency plan can build you up to four different websites, so if you’re working with small clients or have a couple of businesses that need some online TLC, this plan can keep tabs on all of them in one handy place. The deal includes AWS hosting and publishing per page. If you’re unaware of what publishing per page means, you can publish the page without republishing the entire site, so it’s great for working on single pages within your website....

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 brings the best of fitness tracking, notifications, and more straight to your wrist. The wearable comes with 16GB of storage capacity to hold all of your apps, and it can measure blood oxygen, blood pressure, ECG, and heart rate. The AMOLED screen is large enough that you can easily read incoming text messages and notifications without opening up your smartphone, and you can even respond to text messages by typing on the interface of the 40mm screen....

The message goes on to say, “After 48 hours, the entire infrastructure will be turned off, it is allowed to: – Issue mail to companies for further communication. – Get decryptors, for this write “give a decryptor” inside the company chat where they are needed. We wish you all success, we were glad to work.” A screenshot of the original message and the English translation was posted on Twitter by cyber security group vx-underground....

Under the proposed measures, a budget of 3.5 billion reais ($690 million) will be provided by the central government via the Fund for Universal Access to Telecommunications Services (FUST). The funding will ensure the connectivity required for teachers and students to continue schooling activities during the Covid-19 pandemic. The proposals were vetoed by president Jair Bolsonaro, but the decision was overturned by the Brazilian Congress and was later confirmed by the Senate....

There are 242 million smartphones currently in use in Brazil, while personal computers – desktops, notebooks and tablets – represented 210 million devices. The numbers were unveiled in the 33rd edition of an annual study on corporate use of IT in Brazil, which was carried out by the Applied Technology Center of business school Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV). “Smartphones are the object of desire of all social classes and are the personal computer for the vast majority of the population,” according to the FGV professor leading the research, Fernando Meirelles....

Following that attack that took place at around 1 am today, all of MoH’s websites, including ConecteSUS, which tracks the trajectory of citizens in the public healthcare system, became unavailable. This includes the COVID-19 digital vaccination certificate, which is available via the ConecteSUS app. According to a message left by the Lapsus$ Group, which has claimed responsibility for the attack, some 50TB worth of data has been extracted from the MoH’s systems and subsequently deleted....

Mass messaging during campaigning processes is already banned in Brazil, but the controversy surrounding the 2018 presidential race, prompted the STF minister to reiterate the potential consequences to politicians using such methods in the upcoming race. During an STF session that judged legal action that called for the cessation of current incumbent Jair Bolsonaro over accusations of mass messaging tactics during the 2018 elections, minister Alexandre de Moraes announced on Thursday (28) the Court “won’t be caught by surprise again”....