The current state of technical certification and IT jobs in America
An examination of the true state of the IT job market and the need for certification reveals some interesting results.
Consumerization: BYOD
There are no sacred cows to someone who believes that consumer devices and self-service IT are the keystones of the new business model. IT Apologist Ken Hess takes on Consumerization and bring your own device.
Ken Hess
Kenneth 'Ken' Hess is a full-time Windows and Linux system administrator with 20 years of experience with Mac, Linux, UNIX, and Windows systems in large multi-data center environments.
Latest Posts
Site optimization for mobile devices falls short again
Gleaning from Adobe's 2013 Digital Marketing Optimization Survey, I found that less than half of the respondents have a mobile-optimized site or a mobile app.
Why the browser wars are important to you
In this off-topic post, I explore (no pun intended) the five major browsers and why you should care about them.
Five enhancements that PowerShell really needs
PowerShell is one of the best Windows tools available, but it could be even better. Here are my five suggestions for a better PowerShell experience.
A Windows 8 rebuild plan for Microsoft
There's been much angst and consternation surrounding Windows 8, the big Blue update, and the missing Start button. Fear not, Windows faithful, Ken Hess is here to help with suggestions for a Windows 8 rebuild.
The top 5 trends in mobile and BYOD security
More than 1,600 respondents' data created this report on current BYOD trends, concerns, and practices. Can you guess which mobile platform is the most popular for BYOD?
Microsoft's view of the post-PC world: 'I'm not bovvered'
Back in January, Microsoft announced that it had sold 60 million Windows 8 licenses. That was four months ago. Where is it now? Some analysts say "dead". Microsoft ain't bovvered.
What's your opinion of BYOD privacy?
Inquiring minds want to know what you think of BYOD privacy. Take part in an eight-question survey to express your opinions on the topic.
Windows 8 doesn't need saving
This week's Great Debate topic is: "Can Windows 8 be saved?" Here's a news flash for you and the debaters — Windows 8 doesn't need saving.
Is there a BYOD escape clause at your company?
For those of you wanting to opt out of your company's BYOD program, do you have the option of not participating?