Cisco CCNA Exam preparation

Cisco CCNA Exam Preparation

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is the world’s top entry level networking certification. It is a certification that matters in the fast growing world of networking. Coming from the stable of Cisco systems, it is no wonder that it is such a highly sought certification. However, achieving this high demand certification can be tough without guidance and quality exam preparation.

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Leo-Stan Ekeh is 2011 IT Personality of the Year

Leo-Stan Ekeh, FNCS, OFR, Chairman of the Zinox Group has won the 2011 IT Personality of the Year Award. He was announced as the winner of the IT community’s most prestigious award at the annual National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA) recently organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos.
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Your Knowledge, Jobs and the Future

Your Knowledge, Jobs and the Future

What is the future in jobs? Is education alone the solution? It’s about understanding what knowledge (training, education, certification) can do for you and what you need to do for yourself. Certifications confer advantage but the ability to sell yourself is not covered by technical certifications.

Yet, fruitful job search and success comes from your ability to sell what you have. Otherwise how do you expect to compete effectively in the job market? Even if you pass the exam, can you show that you are the best candidate for the job in the interview room?
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Reward, Celebrate Excellence, chart the IT Future

2011 National Information Technology Merit Awards and Investiture rewards Excellence and charts the Future

It was a mixture of celebration, reward and positioning for the future at National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA) 2011 organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS).

The colourful and well attended event attracted top stakeholders of Nigeria’s IT community who came to celebrate and honour their brightest and best. Chairman at NITMA which has become Nigeria’s most prestigious IT event was Mrs. Omobola Johnson, Honourable Minster of Communication Technology.
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Certification for Jobs?

Will certification get me a good job?

The job question is one of the main issues in learning and certification. Certification candidates are curious. Some ask, some don’t. But many invest in education with the job centred mindset. There seems to be an assumption that certifications will automatically translate to jobs. This question really is about the benefits of certification regarding job opportunities. What is the connection between certification and jobs? Will certification bring in jobs?
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IT Personality of the Year Nigeria

Information Technology IT Personality of the Year Nigeria

At the upcoming National IT Merit Awards (NITMA) organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), one award that is drawing immense attention is that of the Information Technology (IT) Personality of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have been outstanding in their IT contributions during the year.
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IT Certification Step by Step

What are the steps to getting certified?

There is no one route to get your destination. The approach you employ will depend on a various factors. What are your goals, what are the resources at your disposal? And what is your work situation or need? Are you employed, unemployed, a newcomer, an experienced IT professional, or an IT entrepreneur?
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