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Those looking to break into the IT industry -- whether they are recent college graduates or entry-level professionals, or are transitioning from another profession -- often have the same initial question: Where do I start?

Many technology execs want entry-level IT employees to hit the ground running, with concrete skills for real IT work. And they often don't see that in college grads, who typically require on-the-job training or additional certification from vocational technical schools.

We IT people have had a privileged position based on the mystery and prestige of technology. In the past four years, that has changed, and now business wants us to be just as accountable as the rest of the company.

"My belief is that hacking, above all...is about the passion and obsession for knowledge and truth," Thieme said. Hacking is also about freedom and the attempts to maximize it, he said.

LAS VEGAS - Hacking is not about creating viruses, breaking into computer systems or even rainbow-dyed hair, but is instead about the search for truth, critical thinking and the pursuit of knowledge, according to Richard Thieme, an author, consultant and former Episcopal priest, who addressed attendees here Saturday.

Anyone who makes a living at the fine art of fixing computer problems knows that verifying version numbers is the most crucial stepntowards finding a solution.

An employee's relationship with his or her boss can determine whether the person will stay at a...