Utah - with its crisp mountain air, friendly people and easy, affordable lifestyle - is quickly becoming one of America's top technology hot-spots. Here's why Utah is starting to raise eyebrows - and why you should take a closer look, too.  See what the National Media say about Utah.  Look at how Utah stacks up against other technology states relative to the cost of doing business.

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Growing Workforce. Utah workers are young, dedicated and highly-educated. And their numbers are growing at twice the national average.

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Education Oriented. Utah is producing more graduates than ever before from its 12 universities and colleges, including three major research universities. And the state continues to lead the nation for investment in research and higher education.

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Tech Savvy. With thousands of technology companies thriving here, Utah is often ranked among the top high-tech spots in the country. Utah is also known as one of the nation's most wired states.

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Affordable. Thanks to low labor, energy, tax and lease rates, the cost of doing business is lower here than other technology hot spots.

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Recreation Minded and Livable. Clean air and water. Free-flowing traffic. Safe communities. Stunning natural landscapes. And above all, the best recreation in the world.