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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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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is GDPR? Compliance and conditions explained
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is legislation that updated and unified data privacy laws across the European Union (EU). Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is denormalization and how does it work?
Denormalization is the process of adding precomputed redundant data to an otherwise normalized relational database to improve read performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
Evolving ZeroFont phishing attacks target Outlook users
Threat actors are using a new twist on a longtime phishing tactic to compel corporate end users to open malicious emails. Learn how ZeroFont attacks work and how to prevent them. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
29 Jul 2024
Natural language programming using GPTScript
GPTScript enables programmers to use natural language syntax and tap into OpenAI when building apps. Here's a basic GPTScript tutorial with examples for beginners. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is network scanning? How to, types and best practices
Network scanning is a procedure for identifying active devices on a network by employing a feature or features in the network protocol to signal to devices and await a response. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Jul 2024
5 key capabilities for effective cyber-risk management
Faced with relentless cyberattacks, organizations need to shore up their cyber-risk management programs by updating legacy tools and checking out new vendor options. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
Core competencies: What they are and how they lead to success
For any organization, its core competencies refer to the capabilities, knowledge, skills and resources that constitute its 'defining strengths.' Continue Reading
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Video
29 Jul 2024
An explanation of romance scams (pig butchering)
Pig butchering is a scam that exploits virtual relationships to deceive and steal money. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
How to enable and set up Copilot in Microsoft Teams
Microsoft 365 Copilot, an AI assistant, offers several promising features. Find out how to configure Copilot with Teams workflows and its licensing prerequisites. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
5 top ESG reporting challenges and how to overcome them
Organizations face various challenges in reporting on their environmental, social and governance initiatives. Here are five critical ones ESG teams should know about. Continue Reading
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Video
29 Jul 2024
An explanation of collaborative robots
Cobots are robotic arms equipped with sensors for manufacturing and assembly tasks. They also detect human presence for productivity enhancement. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is sustainable procurement?
Sustainable procurement is an approach used by organizations to ensure that environmental, social and economic considerations are part of their purchasing decisions. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
CrowdStrike update chaos explained: What you need to know
A botched software update at cyber security firm CrowdStrike has caused IT chaos around the world. Learn more about the global CrowdStrike update outage as it develops Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
Should you use open source for enterprise disaster recovery?
With research and planning, businesses can benefit from using open source software for enterprise DR. But IT teams must be mindful of hidden costs and data protection capabilities. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
First-party vs. third-party cookies: What's the difference?
First-party cookies track user engagement, while third-party cookies are central to many marketing and sales strategies. Yet the two types are more similar than one might think. Continue Reading
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Video
29 Jul 2024
An explanation of the CrowdStrike outage
A botched CrowdStrike update triggered a massive outage, affecting airlines, healthcare, banking and transit. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Jul 2024
Hitachi Vantara expands in hybrid and multi-cloud storage
As enterprises increasingly need cross-cloud consistency, hybrid capabilities and on-premises technology, storage vendors like Hitachi Vantara are trying to rise to the occasion. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
SCC gains security recognition from Microsoft
Channel player SCC receives approval from Microsoft for its ability to provide managed detection and response services Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
AI ‘changing everything’ about customer experience
Study from customer experience technology provider reveals the profound effect AI is having in its industry, taking it beyond traditional, manual services to more advanced, technological-driven experiences Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
How the Change Healthcare attack may affect cyber insurance
UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare attack continued to show the devastating aftermath of supply chain attacks. Experts say it could change contingent language for future policies. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Jul 2024
Five steps to take the pressure off your IT team
Lee Elliott, head of workforce solutions, HP Northwest Europe, shares some advice for those looking to make life easier for their technical experts Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is VMware Cloud Director (VCD)?
VMware Cloud Director (VCD), formerly vCloud Director (vCD), is a cloud services delivery platform that helps cloud service providers offer secure cloud resources to their enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What are availability zones?
Availability zones (AZs) are isolated or separated data centers located within specific regions in which public cloud services originate and operate. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
UK government sets up AI action plan unit
New government has ambitious plans to use artificial intelligence to grow the economy, and has hired a tech entrepreneur to help guide the strategy Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
Patient satisfaction metrics to interpret CAHPS scores
Understanding terms like net promoter scores, global scores or top-box scores can help practice leaders assess CAHPS scores and patient satisfaction metrics. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
Scam CrowdStrike domains growing in volume
Hundreds of malicious domains exploiting CrowdStrike’s branding are appearing all over the web in the wake of the 19 July outage. Experts from Akamai share some noteworthy examples, along with guidance on how to avoid getting caught out Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
CrowdStrike says most Falcon sensors now up and running
The vast majority of CrowdStrike Falcon sensors affected by a coding error have now been recovered, with a final resolution expected this week Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
Open RAN investment set to surge over next five years
Research into open radio access network market shows rapidly growing and competitive market Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
WTO digital trade agreement aims to modernise global commerce
A digital trade deal negotiated over five years at the World Trade Organization has been signed by 91 countries, laying the groundwork for a new global digital trade regime Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
Abbott issues urgent correction for FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors
Abbott has identified a defect in certain FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors that may cause incorrect high glucose readings, which could pose health risks for users. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
What to expect from CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-004 certification
Are you ready for the newest version of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam? Learn exam prep tips from the author of The Official CompTIA Cloud+ Certification Self-Paced Study Guide. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is VMware vCenter Server?
VMware vCenter Server is a centralized management platform for configuring, controlling and monitoring VMware vSphere virtual environments. Continue Reading
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Answer
29 Jul 2024
An introduction to SFP ports on a Gigabit switch
SFP ports enable Gigabit switches to connect to a variety of fiber and Ethernet cables and extend switching functionality throughout the network. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is no-code? Everything you need to know
No-code is a software development approach that requires few, if any, programming skills to quickly build an application, website or module that links into an existing system. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is SSH (Secure Shell) and How Does It Work?
SSH (Secure Shell or Secure Socket Shell) is a network protocol that gives users -- particularly systems administrators -- a secure way to access a computer over an unsecured network. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
Five-minute interview: Jon Lingard, Appian
The regional vice-president at Appian is the latest to share some personal insights Continue Reading
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Podcast
29 Jul 2024
A year in review with the Targeting AI podcast
The show explored diverse angles on generative and mainstream AI technology. It delved into regulation, ethics, startups and trends with vendors, AI users, developers and thinkers. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
NIH study reveals pitfalls of AI in clinical decision-making
GPT-4V scored highly on the 'New England Journal of Medicine's' Image Challenge, but made mistakes when tasked with explaining its reasoning and describing medical images. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
Exclusive heading back into private hands
Distributor’s board and founder back bid to usher in fresh majority shareholder Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
ALSO strengthens European position with Westcoast
Distributor tie-up will provide Swiss channel player with more options in the UK, Ireland and France Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
UK government invests £106m in five quantum tech hubs
Five university hubs are receiving funding to support the development of quantum applications that can support healthcare and businesses Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2024
Q2 revenues slip as Virgin Media O2 hits financial headwinds
UK’s second-largest network provider shows results for tough quarter for consumer fixed and mobile and B2B fixed business lines, but forecast advances in network evolution as targeted investments in future growth drivers continue Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jul 2024
Backslash AppSec offers LLM-powered remediation guidance
News emanating out of the tech start-up haven that is the modern Holy Land this month sees Backslash Security, drive its ‘deep reachability analysis’ AppSec technology forward with a service known ... Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
Exploring AI applications in radiology
Artificial intelligence can play many roles in radiology, including image analysis, interpretation, disease detection, and more. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
What are the differences between Medicare Parts A, B, C, D?
Medicare includes four different segments that each insure a wide variety of services and supplies for enrollees. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
Cloud databases: Base jumping for the bigger picture
In the era of cloud-native computing, graph and NoSQL have emerged as two alternatives to the relational database model Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is SIP trunking (Session Initiation Protocol trunking)?
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking is a service a communications service provider offers that uses the protocol to provision voice over IP (VoIP) and multimedia connectivity between an on-premises phone system and the public switched telephone network (PSTN). Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is REpresentational State Transfer (REST)
REST (REpresentational State Transfer) is an architectural style for developing web services and systems that can easily communicate with each other. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
6 alternatives to blockchain for businesses to consider
Technologies like cloud storage and distributed databases provide some of blockchain's data-integrity and reliability advantages with fewer performance, efficiency and cost issues. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is a content management system (CMS)?
A content management system (CMS) is a software application that lets users create, edit, collaborate on, publish and store digital content. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2024
Nearly a third of GenAI projects to be dropped after PoC
At least 30% of generative AI projects will be abandoned by 2025 as organisations struggle to realise the value of the technology, says Gartner Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2024
How to improve the contact center experience for customers
Customers want their contact center interactions to be fast, seamless, tailored and personal in the form of mobile apps, self-service, improved IVR and knowledgeable human agents. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2024
Machine learning regularization explained with examples
Regularization in machine learning refers to a set of techniques used by data scientists to prevent overfitting. Learn how it improves ML models and prevents costly errors. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a software-defined data center (SDDC)?
A software-defined data center (SDDC) is a server management concept in which all infrastructure elements -- networking, storage and compute -- are virtualized and delivered as a service. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is an Amazon EC2 Instance? Types, features and pricing
An Amazon EC2 instance is a virtual server in Amazon's Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) scalable compute platform for running applications on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a computer exploit?
A computer exploit, or exploit, is a program or piece of code developed to take advantage of a vulnerability in a computer or network system. Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Jul 2024
Mastering data privacy in the age of AI
AI continues to revolutionise how organisations operate, using vast amounts of personal data to make smart, informed decisions. However, this incredible potential comes with concerns about data privacy. DQM GRC's Mark James explores the issues. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2024
10 ideas for a post-cookies marketing strategy
Tracking customers without third-party cookies may concern businesses. However, all organizations are in the same position. Marketers should consider these alternatives. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a perceptron?
A perceptron is a simple model of a biological neuron used in an artificial neural network. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Generative AI a top priority for Amazon QuickSight
Though the BI platform already enables users to analyze data and develop data products using natural language, AWS plans to do more to aid insight generation and user efficiency. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
CrowdStrike outage underscores software testing dilemmas
Experts say efforts to avoid incidents such as last week's CrowdStrike outage will face time-honored tradeoffs between velocity, stability, access and security. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
OpenAI takes on Google with new SearchGPT prototype
The AI engine will provide users with information from the web. The AI vendor is working with publishers such as Newsmax. It will incorporate some features in ChatGPT. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Researcher says deleted GitHub data can be accessed 'forever'
Truffle Security researcher Joe Leon warned GitHub users that deleted repository data is never actually deleted, which creates an "enormous attack vector" for threat actors. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What are Internet data caps and why do providers use them?
A data cap, also known as a bandwidth cap, is a limit that service providers impose on the amount of data a user account can transfer at a specified level of throughput over a given time period, for a specified fee. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe over FC)? Definition and Guide
Non-volatile memory express over Fibre Channel (NVMe over FC) is a technology specification designed to enable NVMe-based message commands to transfer data and status information between a host computer and a target storage subsystem over a Fibre Channel network fabric. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2024
Guide to synthetic test data
Synthetic data can replicate real-world scenarios in software testing. Discover how synthetic data addresses challenges posed by real-world data while preserving its advantages. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2024
5 best practices for microservices authorization
Authorization is a critical security component of a microservices architecture. Follow these five guiding principles to deploy and manage the microservices authorization process. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2024
The benefits and drawbacks of network as a service
NaaS, with its varied definitions and attributes, is hard to define. In a new EMA survey, enterprises laid out their expectations for NaaS, including its benefits and drawbacks. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2024
Women in Data: Barilla chief of analytics on reaching the ‘so what?’ moment with data insights
Barilla’s chief of analytics and insights, Lyndsay Weir, talks about how to get from data to results, and where the industry needs to change Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2024
Enterprises urged to take protective action in wake of CrowdStrike chaos
Enterprises that emerged unscathed from the roll-out of the botched CrowdStrike software update are being urged to view it as a wake-up call rather than a lucky escape Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Jul 2024
CISO advice for addressing cyber-risk management challenges
Cyber-risk management is simple in concept and difficult in practice. CISOs weigh in on some potential ways to reign in the chaos, educate executives and mitigate cyber-risks. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
26 Jul 2024
Dive into Terraform basics with this tutorial
Terraform can save you time and headaches when deploying servers with cloud providers. Get up to speed on Terraform basics in this tutorial. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a bitwise operator?
A bitwise operator is a character that represents an action taken on data at the bit level, as opposed to bytes or larger units of data. Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Jul 2024
IT Sustainability Think Tank: Sustainable innovation at the level of the datacentre
The hype around AI is increasingly being matched with discussions about how the technology's adoption will affect the environment, so what can IT leaders do to ensure they keep the companies they work for on the forefront of innovation, without compromising the environment - or their firm's own corporate sustainability agenda? Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Interview: Abhijit Dubey, global CEO, NTT Data
A merger between NTT Data and NTT Ltd has created a $30bn tech services and consulting business. We speak to its new CEO to find out what it has to offer IT leaders Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
BitLocker workaround may offer aid for CrowdStrike customers
CrowdStrike customers grappling with blue screens of death from the recent IT outage may be able to sidestep BitLocker encryption schemes and recover their Windows systems. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
CrowdStrike: 97% of Windows sensors back online after outage
While most Windows systems are back online after last week's outage, CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said the vendor remains 'committed to restoring every impacted system.' Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Nexfibre nears 1.3 million premises passed, reveals future build locations
Quarterly report from joint venture fibre network operator shows just under 1.3 million premises passed by end of June 2024, and next stage of roll-out in 2025 and early 2026 to see high volumes of build Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Jul 2024
Cyber crisis? How good PR can save your brand
Cyber attacks and data breaches can happen to anybody and often bring reputational damage and a loss of customer trust. How organisations publicly respond to such incidents can make or break them, and the importance of a good PR strategy cannot be underestimated Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2024
Compare cloud-native vs. cloud-based vs. cloud-enabled apps
While it's tough to make a clear distinction between cloud-native, cloud-based and cloud-enabled apps, they differ in terms of development practices, performance and other factors. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Ban predictive policing and facial recognition, says civil society
A coalition of civil society groups is calling for an outright ban on predictive policing and biometric surveillance in the UK Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Jul 2024
Cloud security challenges not just technological
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers how CISOs and security practitioners should ensure that the business can make use of public cloud services safely and securely and avoid accidental or deliberate data leakage. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is an API endpoint?
An API endpoint is a point at which an application programming interface -- the code that enables two software programs to communicate with each other -- connects with the software program. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is electronic data processing (EDP)?
Electronic data processing (EDP) refers to the gathering of data using electronic devices, such as computers, servers and internet of things (IoT) technologies. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2024
Explore options for FinOps certifications and training
Receiving a FinOps certification helps individuals develop their cloud financial management skills. Discover training and certification options that can help your resume stand out. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
T-Mobile, KKR form fibre joint venture to acquire Metronet
US 4G LTE and 5G network teams with global investment firm to take control of ISP, serving more than 300 communities across 17 states with multi-gigabit products to businesses Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
CMA cloud licensing: Microsoft accuses Google and AWS of ‘muddying’ anti-trust debate
Microsoft's response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s investigation into its cloud licensing practices sees it hit out at cloud rivals for claiming its tactics are anti-competitive Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Frontier claims North American first with 100G broadband
US pure-play fibre provider teams with global comms tech firm to become first in region to trial record-breaking broadband speeds of 100G, 50G, 25G and 10G PON technologies simultaneously Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Colorado reports rising avian flu cases in human poultry workers
Health officials confirm 10 human cases of avian flu in Colorado, with new infections emerging at a second poultry farm in Weld County. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
OECD: Demand soars for future-proof fixed, mobile broadband access
Research from global policy forum finds broadband technologies such as fibre and 5G mobile networks that help “future-proof” networks Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Boar's head recalls 200K pounds of deli meat due to Listeria risk
Boar's Head recalls 200,000 pounds of deli meat over potential Listeria contamination linked to a multi-state outbreak. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Vince Cable says the Post Office ‘lied’ to the government over Horizon issues
In the latest Post Office scandal public inquiry hearings, Vince Cable and Greg Clark reflected on their time as the minister heading the department responsible for the Post Office Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
Revenues slip but BT claims solid Q1 2024
UK’s leading telco reports financial quarter with full-fibre roll-out at pace with more than a million households covered and total coverage now reaching 15 million premises Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
APAC mobile industry to surpass $1tn by 2030
The APAC region’s mobile industry is expected to exceed $1tn by 2030 due to the rapid adoption of 5G and AI technologies Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2024
AI surge spurs shift from cloud to local data control
The rise of AI is driving organisations to move data control locally to prevent external use of their data while maintaining cloud compatibility, says Cloudian CEO Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a drone (UAV)?
A drone is an unmanned aircraft. Drones are more formally known as 'unmanned aerial vehicles' (UAVs) or 'unmanned aircraft systems.' Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is a key performance indicator (KPI)? Strategy and guide
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are quantifiable business metrics that corporate executives, managers and other stakeholders use to track and analyze factors deemed crucial to meeting the organization's stated objectives. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jul 2024
What is malware? Prevention, detection and how attacks work
Malware, or malicious software, is any program or file that's intentionally harmful to a computer, network or server. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2024
What is data lifecycle?
A data lifecycle is the sequence of stages that a unit of data goes through from its initial generation or capture to its archiving or deletion at the end of its useful life. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2024
What is boosting in machine learning?
Boosting is a technique used in machine learning that trains an ensemble of so-called weak learners to produce an accurate model, or strong learner. Learn how it works. Continue Reading