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The tech quotes of 2013

As the year draws to a close, we offer a dozen of the quotes that stuck with us in 2013

The worst tech predictions of 2013 — and two that hit the mark

From the social network in business to the 'success' of the Chromebook to the launch of iTV, the pundits got it wrong, wrong, wrong

How to succeed as an independent software developer

Meteor aims to make JavaScript programming fun again

The framework, aimed at streamlining the creation of the new breed of Web apps, moves toward 1.0 release

The help desk is hot again

If you thought the traditional help desk would be outsourced, automated, or altogether shut down, think again

Why ‘innovation management’ isn’t an oxymoron

To foster innovation, IT leaders must balance blue-sky thinking and practical goals

Manage app logons and authorizations via the cloud

Both startups and traditional vendors offer access management as a service

Welcome to the new JavaWorld

For those who love Java, the new JavaWorld offers an elegant new framework for the deep insight you've come to rely on, augmented by fresh features and content

6 things you should know about Node.js

Get the highlights of Node.js — the runtime system that gives JavaScript coders an on-ramp to the server side

Mobile dev chops? Cloud infrastructure skills? You’re hired!

For 2014, IT hiring firms see a greater emphasis on cloud-related tech skills and more reliance on contractors

A clear-eyed guide to Android’s actual security risks

A knee-jerk no to Android in business is unnecessary, and an overly fearful security approach is actually risky

Never, ever do this to Hadoop

Hadoop on the SAN? That is, a hot, disruptive technology demanding new architecture paired with core IT's pet investment? Don't do it!

JetBrains builds on Google Android collaboration for new IntelliJ IDEA

IntelliJ IDEA 13 has improved supports for the Java Spring framework

Oracle to limit backward compatibility from Java 9 to Java 8

Merges of code lines between releases would be halted after JDK 9 is initialized from JDK 8

Is open source encryption the answer to NSA snooping?

Going the open source route to encrypt enterprise data has its own potential pitfalls

The inside scoop on how HealthCare.gov is getting fixed

Rackspace CTO John Engates tells InfoWorld about his recent White House briefing on the improvements to Healthcare.gov

Google’s C alternative gets an update, but will developers bite?

Google releases Go version 1.2, but questions remain about programming language's uptake among developers outside Google

Tech boom! The war for top developer talent

With eight qualified candidates for every 10 openings, today's talented developers have their pick of perks, career paths, and more

How Lenovo plans to crack the server market

Known for its ThinkPad laptops, Lenovo is trying to find its way into the data center, despite the dominance of IBM, HP, and Dell

Tech boom! The war for top developer talent

With eight qualified candidates for every 10 openings, today's talented developers have their pick of perks, career paths, and more

Review: Software-based NAS offers free/low-cost storage

Software-based network attached storage allows for deployment on your hardware of choice, on a virtual machine or in the cloud

Ionic mobile app dev framework centers on touch, animation

Framework enables development of cross-platform native apps for Android and iOS devices using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS

Review: Dueling hybrid cloud wizards

CloudVelocity and Ravello Systems march clones of in-house servers into the cloud for development, testing, and disaster recovery

iOS 7 for developers: The InfoWorld special report

Apple's mobile OS offers all kinds of bells and whistles — here's how to take advantage of them, courtesy of InfoWorld's experts

Malware: War without end

After decades of fighting off viruses, worms, Trojans, and other malware and cyber attacks, total victory remains beyond reach

Python 3.4.0 goes to beta with slew of new modules

New modules and better algorithms give Python 3.4.0 a boost, but forks remain an obstacle for many programmers

How to get a job in financial IT

IT practitioners with the right mindset — analytical and dogged — will find themselves welcome in the resurgent financial services industry

Salesforce goes all in on APIs

Newly announced Salesforce1 platform delivers platform services via APIs and represents re-envisioning of the company

Big data’s biggest challenges

IT pros from social media, healthcare and insurance industries share their big-data success stories and lessons learned

8 sure-fire ways to screw up a cloud contract

Cloud licensing's become so complex that it's easy to pay too much or get burned later on. Here's how to make sure you're getting your money's worth

IT: Don’t let the CEO wonder what you do all day

If there's no crisis or big project to work on, CEOs may wonder what IT does all day. Here's how to make sure your contributions aren't undervalued

The wider implications of IBM’s mobile buying spree

Consolidation will dominate the mobile market over the next couple of years

10 reasons the browser is becoming the universal OS

Extensible, mutable, and rapidly evolving thanks to open source roots, the Web browser reigns as a platform for users, developers alike

The best data security offense is a good defense

Pennsylvania's Department of Public Welfare establishes a security risk framework that rationalizes 4,000 regulations into 350 integrated requirements

Brendan Eich spills the beans on next two JavaScript upgrades

Work progresses in parallel on versions 6 and 7 of underlying ECMAScript specification, with version 6 due by end of 2014

The risks and rewards of the age of APIs

As connected systems become the norm, APIs are available from thousands of sources — with varying degrees of quality

18 must-have Android productivity apps

From basic business tasks to advanced automation, these 18 apps will make your Android device more useful than ever

Oracle halting support for GlassFish app server

Customers encouraged to move to WebLogic Server for Oracle support

5 ways IT can prepare for wearable devices at work

Wearables will initially appeal to consumers, but as with smartphones and tablets, buyers will want to use wearables at work

Iris ID systems go mainstream

Iris recognition finally seems ready to break into the mainstream, particularly in banking and law enforcement, as prices drop and systems get easier to use

Big data blues: The dangers of data mining

Big data might be big business, but overzealous data mining can seriously destroy your brand. Will new ethical codes be enough to allay consumers' fears?

11 sure signs you’ve been hacked

Redirected Net searches, unexpected installs, rogue mouse pointers: Here's what to do when you've been 0wned

15 common IT job search mistakes

Searching for a new IT position in a competitive market can be an uphill battle. One little mistake could cost you the opportunity, so make sure you aren't making one of these blunders

Review: Mobile Web development frameworks face off

jQuery Mobile, Sencha Touch, Kendo UI, and Intel App Framework bring a native look and feel to Web apps for mobile devices

Masters of natural disasters: IT survivors share DR tips and tricks

Find out how these IT managers prepped for Hurricane Katrina, Superstorm Sandy, and more to get their companies back up and running

What’s so special about Google’s AngularJS

Q&A: Misko Hevery, coauthor of the popular Angular JavaScript framework, describes the origins and sweet spots of the web design technology

3D printing adds new dimension to business innovation

Amid the consumer hype, companies are using the machines for product development

6 dirty secrets of the IT industry

IT pros blow the whistle on the less-than-white lies and dark sides of the tech business

4 do’s and don’ts for tech startups

When launching a new product, these common mistakes could cost startups valuable opportunities

15 big social media mistakes companies make and how to avoid them

Social media experts discuss the most common social networking business blunders and what companies can do to improve their social media IQ