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Free guide to low-code & no-code platforms
Platforms that enable shadow IT are changing development roles and processes. Here's why it's time to embrace this new reality.
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Feature
20 Aug 2024
Industry experts share top tactics for AI-powered analytics
Unlock the power of AI in data analytics with expert guidance. Learn how to implement AI tools that drive strategic success and future-proof your business. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Alabama Cardiovascular Group suffers healthcare data breach
A healthcare data breach at Alabama Cardiovascular Group affected upwards of 280,000 individuals after an unauthorized party maintained network access for nearly a month. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Aug 2024
10 strategies to improve contact center agent performance
Call monitoring, skills-based routing, positive reinforcement, training resources and coaching can help contact center agents improve their performance and customer interactions. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Aug 2024
Nerdio introduces Multi Entra ID for complex IT environments
Known for its Windows desktop virtualisation capabilities and its tools designed to cost-optimize native Microsoft cloud technologies, Nerdio has now come forward with support for multiple Entra ID ... Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2024
How Cleveland Clinic is advancing RPM in its hospitals
Cleveland Clinic is upgrading its remote patient monitoring tools through a new technology partnership to enhance inpatient care in and outside the ICU. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
AI predicts heart injury following lung cancer treatment
AI revealed insights into the relationship between lung cancer therapy and heart complications, which could help minimize cardiac toxicity following radiation treatment. Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Aug 2024
HPE to acquire Morpheus Data, expanding cloud experience
HPE has announced its acquisition of Morpheus Data, a move intended to bolster the hybrid, multi-cloud experience of HPE GreenLake and to complement HPE’s OpsRamp acquisition. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
20 Aug 2024
CW APAC – Tech career guide: Software development
A software developer’s job typically involves working through the stages of the development lifecycle, from planning, designing, coding and testing to the ongoing maintenance of applications. In this handbook, Computer Weekly looks at what it takes to land a career and thrive in the fast-moving world of software development. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2024
How to avoid joining the Dead Java Code Society
Unused or dead Java code is bogging down software engineers and developers, causing weird dependencies and security risks Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2024
Mitigating the risks of modern application development
Organisations need to have visibility over their software supply chain, secure and monitor interfaces to legacy systems and adopt zero trust to mitigate the risks of modern application development. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2024
APAC career guide on software development
Find out what it takes to land a career and thrive in the fast-moving world of software development. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2024
10 top study tips for adult learners
Learning new material can be challenging for adults considering life distractions and ever-changing technology. Check out these study tips to help you focus and gain new skills. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Data management key to GenAI success
Deloitte survey shows business and IT leaders are optimistic, but academic researchers warn of AI training time bomb Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
AMD acquires ZT Systems for $5B to take on Nvidia in AI race
AMD plans to acquire AI systems designer and manufacturer ZT Systems for $5 billion. AMD CEO Lisa Su said hyperscalers want more than just chips when developing AI applications. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Nokia, TIM team to expand 5G coverage in Brazil
Partnership between Nokia and TIM designed to increase Brazilian municipalities with access to 5G, enabling enterprises to digitise operations, foster innovation and drive economic growth Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Aug 2024
What is AWS Glue?
AWS Glue is a cloud-based and serverless data integration service that helps users to prepare data for analysis through automated extract, transform and load (ETL) processes. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2024
15 AI risks businesses must confront and how to address them
These risks associated with implementing AI systems must be acknowledged by organizations that want to use the technology ethically and with as little liability as possible. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Public still leery of AI chatbots in healthcare, misinformation
Although more than half of patients don't trust AI chatbots in healthcare, just under a fifth use the tools regularly. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Post Office systems crash hits 'collapsing' Horizon system
Thousands of subpostmasters were unable to log into the controversial Horizon IT system at the start of business Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Helsinki braced for elevated cyber attacks
The City of Helsinki is increasing its collaboration with cyber security and crime investigators following a major attack on its systems Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2024
Zoom marks million milestone for webinar attendee capability
Zoom announces that it can now support seven-figure audiences for online conferences in use cases including enterprise, entertainment and public sector Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2024
Channel explainer: How to use the summer lull constructively
With many of us sitting in deserted offices as colleagues head off to relax on beaches in far-flung places and the phones are not ringing as much, how can we spend our time wisely? Continue Reading
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E-Zine
20 Aug 2024
A gold medal for Olympic mobile coverage
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes with Orange, networking partner for the Paris Olympic Games, to discuss the challenges of connecting 120 venues. We talk to a CIO for whom IT accessibility and usability is a very personal concern. And we look at how to keep control of SaaS licensing costs. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Aug 2024
What is customer segmentation?
Customer segmentation is the practice of dividing a customer base into groups of individuals that have similar characteristics relevant to marketing, such as age, gender, interests and spending habits. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2024
Guide to data detection and response (DDR)
Data is one of the most important assets in any organization. To truly protect it, you need a DDR strategy. Here's what you need to know, with tips on buying DDR tools. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2024
Assessing the competitors of Copilot for Microsoft 365
There are numerous generative AI tools that focus on enhancing user productivity, so organizations should survey the market to evaluate which product they should deploy and use. Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Aug 2024
VergeIO reveals rapid virtual machine migration tech
Data center modernization offers a competitive advantage to organizations, along with maximizing hyperscale infrastructure. VergeIO's VM migration tool helps saves time and money. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2024
Example disaster recovery plan for small businesses
Small businesses make significant investments in IT infrastructure. They must protect those investments from unplanned and potentially destructive events with a DR plan. Continue Reading
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Video
19 Aug 2024
An explanation of subnets
Subnets make networking manageable and ensure efficient communication. Without subnetting, sending emails, texts and documents would be significantly slower. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2024
Too many cloud security tools? Time for consolidation
Does your organization need every cloud security platform and service currently in use? Tool consolidation can reduce the chances of coverage gaps and increase security. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Microsoft to roll out mandatory MFA for Azure
Following several high-profile attacks across the globe on MFA-less accounts, Microsoft will make the security measure mandatory for Azure sign-ins beginning in October. Continue Reading
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Video
19 Aug 2024
Spring Web MVC crash course
There's still a place in the world for server-side rendering. Learn the Java way to build HTTP responses on the server with this Spring MVC crash course for beginners. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2024
Social Security number data breach: What you need to know
An estimated 2.9 million Social Security numbers and other PII have been leaked onto the dark web in a National Public Data breach. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Epic aims to bring all clients live on TEFCA by 2025
Epic's goal to bring customers live on TEFCA by the end of 2025 complements Carequality's plan to align with TEFCA as the industry sets its sights on national healthcare interoperability. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is ICD-9-CM (International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification)?
The International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification, also known simply as ICD-9-CM, is the U.S. healthcare system's adaptation of the World Health Organization's (WHO) ICD-9 standard list of six-character alphanumeric codes to describe medical diagnoses and procedures and to track diseases and mortality. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is EM shielding (electromagnetic shielding)?
EM shielding (electromagnetic shielding) is the practice of surrounding electronics and cables with conductive or magnetic materials to guard against incoming or outgoing emissions of electromagnetic frequencies (EMF). Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is AWS Migration Hub?
AWS Migration Hub is a service from Amazon Web Services that enables AWS users to simplify migration to the AWS public cloud. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Lack of skills causing AI setbacks, says research
Research by IDC and Expereo found UK CIOs are struggling to implement and maintain AI plans because of a lack of skills Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Challenges of deploying PQC globally
Quantum computers will eventually be powerful and reliable enough to crack strong encryption. PQC is the answer, but it could take years to deploy Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Popular Microsoft apps for Mac at risk of code injection attacks
Researchers at Cisco Talos turn up evidence suggesting that Microsoft apps running on the Apple macOS operating system are not as secure as they seem Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2024
Investigating how ambient sensing can improve OR efficiency
Houston Methodist has successfully piloted ambient clinical intelligence and AI tools to bolster efficiency and cost savings within its operating rooms. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is cloud scalability?
Scalability in cloud computing refers to the ability of a cloud environment to adapt to increasing workloads over time without a noticeable change in performance or reliability. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2024
CrowdStrike outage lessons learned: Questions to ask vendors
In light of the recent CrowdStrike outage, security teams should ask their vendors 10 key questions to ensure they're prepared should a similar event occur. Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Aug 2024
How might the UK's cyber landscape change under Labour?
With Labour returning to 10 Downing Street after 14 years, the Computer Weekly Security Think Tank panellists share advice and wish lists for the new government Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
CXL moves forward as memory technology for AI
A recent demo has showcased how the new memory technology could be applied in Red Hat Linux to speed up AI workloads cost-effectively Continue Reading
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Video
19 Aug 2024
MAC address vs. IP address explained
MAC and IP addresses serve different roles in data transmission, differing in location, format and use. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Okta targeting channel growth as it heads into Q4
Security player Okta identifies the UK as one of the markets where it is expecting to increase partner activity Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2024
6 enterprise content management best practices for deployment
When implementing enterprise content management software, organizations should consider key factors such as developer input, ease of use and built-in security. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is cloud automation?
Cloud automation is a broad term that refers to processes and tools that reduce or eliminate manual efforts used to provision and manage cloud computing workloads and services. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Government furthers calls to prevent ‘unnecessary’ telegraph pole installation
UK administration continues battle to stop what is regarded as unnecessary infrastructure to address need to hit gigabit connectivity commitments Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is LXD (Linux container hypervisor)?
LXD, pronounced 'lex-dee,' is a unified platform for managing system containers and virtual machines (VMs). Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Wessex Internet furthers reach through Project Gigabit
As broadband roll-out speeds up across the country, west of England altnet goes live with gigabit connectivity in underserved communities, teaming up with arts education charity to offer ultrafast connectivity Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Aug 2024
What is customer experience (CX) and why is it important?
Customer experience (CX) is the sum total of customers' perceptions and feelings resulting from interactions with a brand's products and services. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
FDA clears SleepioRx digital therapeutic for insomnia treatment
Big Health’s SleepioRx received FDA clearance. It is a digital cognitive behavioral therapy solution for chronic insomnia in adults that supports scalable access. Continue Reading
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Podcast
19 Aug 2024
Generative AI fuels growth of online deepfakes
As generative AI systems and voice cloning apps grow, organizations are seeing a rise in fraudulent calls. Organizations need to be vigilant and plan to deal with these threats. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
NHS England plans EPR for prisons and detention centres
The government is looking to procure an electronic patient record system with the aim of improving health records access for individuals in the justice system Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2024
Formulating a specialty drug management playbook using expert insights
Using this playbook, healthcare organizations can better navigate the complexities of specialty drug management to optimize care, control costs, and improve patient outcomes. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2024
Keeping control of SaaS costs
The ease with which someone with a corporate credit card can buy a SaaS product can lead to runaway costs and data leakage risks Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Aug 2024
Gartner: Is SD-WAN still necessary in today’s IT landscape
The debate over the relevance of software-defined wide area network technology has garnered significant attention Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2024
Singtel expands GPUaaS offering to Southeast Asia
Singapore telco teams up with the Bridge Alliance industry group to bring its GPU-as-a-Service to enterprises across Southeast Asia Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2024
6 popular managed services pricing models
Popular pricing models for managed service providers include monitoring only, per device, per user, all-you-can-eat or value-based pricing, a la carte and tiered pricing. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
New Relic CEO on APAC growth and future of observability
New Relic CEO Ashan Willy talks up growth trajectory in APAC, the company’s long-term vision, and how going private has enabled it to make strategic investments Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What are buyer personas?
A buyer persona is a composite representation of a specific type of customer in a market segment. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Aug 2024
History and evolution of contact centers
Alexander Graham Bell, Steve Jobs and the Baby Bells played notable roles in the contact center's transformation into the front line of communication for businesses and customers. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Aug 2024
A timeline and history of ESG investing, rules and practices
Many events, trends and actions have influenced the development of corporate ESG strategies and ESG investing approaches. These are key milestones to know about. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What is call management?
Call management is a process in which inbound telephone calls are routed to call center agents. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What is executive leadership?
Executive leadership is the ability of those who manage or direct employees in an organization to influence and guide these individuals. Continue Reading
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Video
16 Aug 2024
How to deploy Spring Boot apps in AWS
You don't need a Kubernetes cluster to host your cloud-native Spring Boot microservices. Learn how to quickly deploy your Spring Boot applications in AWS using ECS and Fargate. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
HPE acquires Morpheus Data, bolstering hybrid cloud offering
HPE is buying Morpheus Data, its second hybrid cloud management acquisition for GreenLake in less than two years following the purchase of OpsRamp. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
AI breaks ageism barriers for older entrepreneurs
AI and demographics are transforming entrepreneurship, according to VC Katerina Stroponiati, whose new firm focuses on funding startup founders ages 50 and older. Continue Reading
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Video
16 Aug 2024
An explanation of fishbone diagrams
Fishbone diagrams assist in root cause analysis to identify the core issue of a problem. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Aug 2024
You need analytics governance
Analytics governance might not seem exciting, but it can improve innovation and mitigate risks. It's also critical to responsible data management and analytics practices. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Aug 2024
User mode vs. kernel mode: OSes explained
Kernel mode exists to keep user applications from disrupting critical system functions. Learn how each state works and what can happen when an error occurs in kernel mode. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Aug 2024
8 best practices for configuration file management
Configuration files are vital for system deployment and management. Consider improving file management with proper planning, centralization, automation and testing. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Thousands of NetSuite customers accidentally exposing their data
Misconfigured permissions across live websites are leaving thousands of NetSuite users open to having their valuable customer data stolen, researchers say Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What is an endpoint protection platform (EPP)?
An endpoint protection platform (EPP) is a security technology that safeguards endpoint devices. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
HPE bolsters hybrid cloud position with Morpheus Data buy
HPE adds more depth to its GreenLake Cloud proposition handled by partners with its latest acquisition Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Game development tech being keenly adopted by enterprises in other industries, research shows
Perforce research shows how enterprises in all sorts of sectors are tapping into the use of game development tools and technologies to unlock innovation Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
AI-RAN Alliance beefs up executive leadership
Collaborative consortium focused on enabling the evolution and advancement of AI into radio access networks appoints chair boasting over 30 years of experience in telecoms Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Aug 2024
Understanding healthcare data breach lawsuit trends
Lawsuits often follow a healthcare data breach, but understanding what drives litigation trends can help healthcare organizations prepare. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
16 Aug 2024
Using PowerShell for monitoring SharePoint Online
The scale and complexity of some SharePoint Online environments can make maintenance difficult. Learn to use automation scripts to keep tabs on the collaboration platform. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Openreach unveils symmetric ultrafast FTTP broadband offer
UK’s leading broadband provider looks to push capabilities of its network to diversify portfolio further, and offer comms providers and users a broader choice of competitive fibre-based products Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Aug 2024
Cyber-risk management: Key takeaways from Black Hat 2024
Product updates announced at Black Hat USA 2024 can help security teams better manage constantly changing attack surfaces and ensure new AI projects won't pose security risks. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What is data visualization?
Data visualization is the practice of translating information into a visual context, such as a map or graph, to make data easier for the human brain to understand and pull insights from. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What is FTP?
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a network protocol for transmitting files between computers over TCP/IP connections. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Aug 2024
What is the difference between Windows 10 vs. Windows 10 IoT?
There are several key differences between Windows IoT and a regular Windows desktop OS, so organizations must compare these systems to ensure they deploy the right OS. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Aug 2024
Dapr goes deeper on dapper distributed applications
Dapr (distributed application runtime) is a self-hosted, open-source project that offers extra functionality to cloud-native applications through ‘building block’ APIs to simplify microservice ... Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Three slams ‘abysmal’ UK 5G after mixed H1 2024
UK mobile operator posts first half results with growth in certain customer segments such as B2B and home broadband, but also negative EBITDA less CapEx, hindering ability to invest Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Campaigners criticise Starmer post-riot public surveillance plans
A UK government programme to expand police facial recognition and information sharing after racist riots is attracting criticism from campaigners for exploiting the far-right unrest to generally crack down on protest and increase surveillance Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Aug 2024
How software development teams can do more with less
In this guest post, Anjali Arora, executive vice president of product and development at open source DevOps automation tools provider Perforce, outlines the steps cost-conscious IT leaders can do ... Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Vacancy rates in major European datacentre hubs hit all-time low, CBRE data finds
CBRE’s latest quarterly market figures suggest the major European datacentre hubs could be reaching a crisis point, as demand for new capacity outstrips supply Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
Biden administration releases National Heat Strategy
The strategy for 2024–2030 is supposed to promote heat planning, response, and resilience in the wake of extreme heat. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2024
EE’s first 5G small cells go live in London
UK’s leading mobile operator uses street-level mini masts to take advantage of existing street infrastructure to boost mobile capacity in busy areas including first 5G small cells in London trial Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Aug 2024
What is machine learning? Guide, definition and examples
Machine learning is a branch of AI focused on building computer systems that learn from data. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Aug 2024
The top 7 video marketing trends
Video marketing trends, such as user-generated content, influencer marketing and virtual and hybrid events, can help brands expand their reach and engage more customers. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2024
CDC issues health advisory on parvovirus B19
The organization cites a rising number of IgM antibodies for the disease, indicating higher infection rates. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Aug 2024
What is Microsoft Azure File Service?
Microsoft Azure Files -- sometimes known as Microsoft Azure File Service -- is a simple, secure, serverless, fully managed and cloud-based file sharing service for enterprise users. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2024
Broadcom axes VMware education licensing options for schools
Broadcom shutters the VMware IT Academy and Academic Software Licensing programs on Aug. 15, leaving universities and trade schools in the lurch. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Aug 2024
Simplify enterprise AI integration with a centralized AI hub
For enterprises looking to scale their AI projects, centralized AI hubs and governance can simplify integration, streamline operations and ensure consistency. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2024
As AI evolves, manufacturing will face an old data problem
New capabilities in AI technology hold promise for manufacturers, but companies should proceed carefully until issues such as data quality are resolved. Continue Reading