Ahoy Mates!

As you know, each December we proudly present to you our Survivor's Guide for the coming year -- what you need to know and how you can prepare for the next 365 days in the world of IT, networking, security, wireless and other technology categories.

As you're also aware, each Survivor's Guide issue features a heroic band of adventurers who grace the cover, braving dangerous obstacles in each of the technology categories.

In the past years, they've braved dense jungles and crossed frozen tundras. This year, our heroes are sailing the ocean blue. But before they can cast off, they need your help.

We'd like you to name the the ship that will appear on the cover of this year's "Survivor's Guide" issue. Just submit your IT-centric name for our seafaring vessel in the form below. We'll christen the ship with the best pick.

In addition, the winner will score an 'NWC Treasure Chest' which includes:

• an NWC cell phone hands free headset
• an NWC mint tin
• an NWC stylus-pen combo
• an NWC pen

So what are you waiting for, ya scurvy scallywags? Send in your entry now!