With the NASDAQ Index up 15.9 percent in 2012, many individuals are considering allocating a larger portion of their portfolios to the technology sector.  What are some important trends and statistics to keep in mind when contemplating this decision?

With the NASDAQ Index up almost 18 percent in 2012, technology stocks have become a hot topic of conversation.   The growth has been fueled by increased spending on cloud computing, mobile devices, and other data storage devices.  Do these themes bode well for future growth in the technology sector?