Sys Admin Salary Stats: Is your paycheck on par?

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Many IT pros feel underpaid, and wages vary widely across industries. This article delves into Bureau of Labor Statistics data and compares salaries for Network and Systems Administrators and Network Support Specialists. Discover pay gaps, urban vs. rural variations, and the highest-paying sectors. Get the full scoop from Spiceworks' Peter as he breaks down the latest findings. [Are you paid fairly?]( [If ransomware were a video game, what would it be?]( Do you think ransomware is as relentless as the zombies in Resident Evil, always finding a way through our defenses? Or is it more like Solid Snake in Metal Gear Solid, sneaking into our network undetected? Share your thoughts in the poll below, and let's discover which video game best represents ransomware! [Share your opinion »]( [Voice of IT]( [What's your top pick when it comes to cheese?]( It's National Cheese Day! It's a day dedicated to celebrating the amazing world of cheese, with all its delicious and sometimes stinky varieties. And to make it even more fun, we're going to have a poll to crown our favorite cheese. So, gear up for a day of cheesy goodness and join in on the fun. Cast your vote and share in the comments if you have a different kind of cheese that isn't on the list but is your absolute favorite! [Say Cheese! »]( Upcoming Events: [Are you ready to level up your endpoint security?]( [📅 June 4 | 1:00 PM CT]( 📢 Datto Get ready for an insightful chat with Derek Brink, VP and Research Fellow at Aberdeen Strategy & Research, and JV Varma, VP of Product Management – Security Suite at Datto! We'll be diving into workplace challenges, user support tips, cyber risks, and shining a spotlight on Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools. 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Tools like UserWay's AI-powered Accessibility Widget help businesses achieve compliance and improve user experience, transforming digital interactions and driving positive business outcomes. [What would you do with a robotic third thumb?]( Popular Science Take a look at the new invention called "The Third Thumb"! It's a 3D-printed robotic wearable that falls under the exciting field of "wearable motor augmentation." This innovation aims to boost users' natural abilities, ensuring equal access. [New technique can automate data curation for self-supervised pre-training of AI datasets]( TechXplore MIT researchers developed a technique using diffusion models to combine multiple data sources for training multipurpose robots, enabling them to perform various tool-use tasks and adapt to new tasks. 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