8 technologies that will still be hot in 2020. Plus: GitHub for the rest of us

Google shares code to help server software digest HTTP/2. GitHub for the rest of us.

ITworld Today February 27, 2015 8 tech areas that will still be hot in 2020 It’s prudent for IT pros to cultivate skills that are in high demand. Even better are skills that will stay in demand. Here are eight key technology areas that show no signs of falling out of favor. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. Google shares code to help server software digest HTTP/2 2. INSIDER GitHub for the rest of us 3. D-Link remote access vulnerabilities remain unpatched 4. Microsoft's vision for the future: Smart bracelets, holograms, and adaptive wall displays 5. Toyota begins production of its first hydrogen fuel cell car 6. IBM to pump $4 billion into cloud, mobile and analytics 7. Hackers exploit router flaws in unusual pharming attack 8. Is your security software sitting unused on the shelf? (via CIO.com) 9. LAST CHANCE: Enter to win a copy of "Security in Computing, 5th Ed." WHITE PAPER: Rackspace Do You Know Who is Running Your Cloud? Choosing a partner with deep cloud expertise, a track record of leadership, an understanding of your industry, and insight into your business' unique requirements is the clear path for migrating your operations into a scalable, highly available cloud solution. LEARN MORE Google shares code to help server software digest HTTP/2 The software, called gRPC, is based on HTTP/2, an updated standard for transmitting Web pages and apps over the Internet. READ MORE INSIDER GitHub for the rest of us Git made it possible for programmers to coordinate distributed work across teams -- now GitHub makes it possible for everyone else. READ MORE D-Link remote access vulnerabilities remain unpatched The worst one could allow a remote attacker to change DNS settings. READ MORE Microsoft's vision for the future: Smart bracelets, holograms, and adaptive wall displays Microsoft's 'productivity future vision' presents an idyllic, amazing concept of the future where interactive displays meet Microsoft's next-gen Microsoft Band, the Courier folding display, and more. READ MORE : Citrix Systems Security Leadership Series: Security Strategies for Success Today’s highly mobile employees and line-of-business groups are front-line participants in the struggle to secure the enterprise. This exclusive CSO Magazine eBook shares best practices for leading meaningful security discussions, engaging users to protect business information, and meeting security-related compliance requirements. LEARN MORE Toyota begins production of its first hydrogen fuel cell car Toyota this week held a ceremony marking the beginning it its production of the Mirai, which will begin selling later this year at a base price of $57,500. READ MORE IBM to pump $4 billion into cloud, mobile and analytics With a $4 billion investment, Big Blue aims to deliver $40 billion in annual revenue by 2018. READ MORE Hackers exploit router flaws in unusual pharming attack The attack changes the DNS settings of a router using default login credentials, Proofpoint said. READ MORE Is your security software sitting unused on the shelf? (via CIO.com) Your security software isn't working? It could be because your company is one of the many that doesn't actually use the products they buy. READ MORE LAST CHANCE: Enter to win a copy of "Security in Computing, 5th Ed." We've got 5 copies to give to some lucky readers. But hurry! The drawing ends tomorrow. READ MORE WHITE PAPER: Citrix Systems 10 Reasons to Strengthen Security Data security has become an increasingly critical concern for all organizations. In this paper, we explore 10 reasons why app and desktop virtualization should be the foundation for your layered approach to information security. LEARN MORE BECOME AN ITWORLD INSIDER Get exclusive access to premium content from ITworld, CIO magazine, Computerworld, InfoWorld, Network World, and CSO -- the best publications in the business. - R programming beginner's guide - IT Resume Makeover: Emphasize your 'X factor' - 4 open source monitoring tools that deserve a look - Free and cheap ways to learn about IT security - PowerShell for beginners: Scripts and loops - Six Ted talks that can change your career What are you waiting for? Sign up today! Join the IDG Contributor Network The IDG Contributor Network is a collection of blogs written by leading IT practitioners about the technology, business opportunities and challenges you face everyday. We invite you to participate by applying to be a contributor today.