Information technology is changing faster than ever. And companies in all industries are scrambling to find highly skilled and talented IT employees to help stay on top of these changes to remain competitive. So what exactly is a highly skilled IT employee? Well, that’s also changing. It can mean knowing C++, HTML, Unix or other technical skills, but it can also mean knowing “soft skills” such as communication, negotiation and teamwork. In a field where change is one of few constants, demand exceeds supply for all of these skills. So if you’ve got them, you've got a world of opportunity in front of you.

	Demand far exceeds supply for talented IT staff. Question is, what should you know to get the job you want? by Linda Wilson

Problems in the year 2000 mean job opportunities now. by Steve Ulfelder		Want to go out on your own? Consulting can be the way to go if you choose the path that's right for you. by Kathleen Gow

	Your techie skills are impressive, but can you relate to the rest of the world? by Alice LaPlante If you want cross-training, look for employers who offer rotation programs. by Alan S. Horowitz

			Everyone wants an intranet. If you've got the skills, you've got a job. by Natalie Engler

Meet the network computer, a new, simple, yet complex, technology that could be the future. by Suruchi Mohan

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