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Microsoft.NET 7 support ends in May

InfoWorld

After May 14, Microsoft will no longer provide servicing updates including technical support or security fixes. Developers will need to update to.NET 8 , released in November 2023, to continue to receive support.NET 7 is a Standard Term Support release, which receives support for 18 months.

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Top 8 IT certifications in demand today

CIO

CompTIA A+ CompTIA offers a variety of certifications for IT pros at every stage of their IT careers, and the CompTIA A+ certification is its entry-level IT certification covering the foundations of hardware, technical support, and troubleshooting.

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16 best entry-level IT certifications to launch your career

CIO

The CCT Routing and Switching certification covers on-site support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches, and operating environments. It’s designed for on-site technical support and other support staff who work with Cisco Data Center Solutions.

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10 hottest IT jobs for salary growth in 2023

CIO

Systems engineer For organizations running complex hardware, software, and network systems, the role of a systems engineer is a vital part of daily operations. Help desk technician Help desk technicians are responsible for supporting end-users and helping them work through software and hardware related issues.

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Even Windows XP Got a Patch

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The big question surrounding the vulnerability – besides how much vulnerable information it provided hackers – was whether or not Microsoft would provide assistance to Windows XP users, as the company officially stopped providing technical support for the operating system a few weeks ago.

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How W4 plans to monetize the Godot game engine using Red Hat’s open-source playbook

TechCrunch

Linux’s open source credentials were what led it to become the leading operating system for web servers, while Android’s mobile market share dominance can substantively be attributed to its Linux kernel base. ” Support and services. Concept illustration depicting technical support.

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Breathe New Life into Your Devices: Prepare for Windows 7 End of Life

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Your Windows 7 devices will still operate normally after January 14, but Microsoft won’t provide technical support, software updates, or security updates and fixes. Microsoft can’t afford to continue to maintain an outdated version of their operating system. An Increase in Your Operating Costs.

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