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Feature
30 May 2024
How HHS-OIG conducts cybersecurity audits
Healthcare organizations and HHS entities can use the recommendations provided in HHS-OIG cybersecurity audit reports to strengthen the security of their systems. Continue Reading
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Answer
30 May 2024
Studying the effects of at-home heart failure care in rural America
A two-year project aims to examine heart failure care in rural areas and pilot a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program to expand access to specialty care. Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
Generative AI predicts hospital admissions from ED visits
GPT-4 outperformed traditional machine learning models when tasked with forecasting which emergency room patients may need to be admitted to the hospital. Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
Ciena, Digicel, Southern Cross bring high-speed connectivity to Fiji schools
Leading optical technology provider announces the second year of its partnership with Digicel Fiji and Southern Cross to deliver high-speed connectivity for school students on Fiji Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
AI advancements in healthcare boost diagnostic accuracy, operational efficiency
A recent study highlights significant advancements in AI technology within the healthcare sector, emphasizing its profound impact on quality and productivity. Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
FDA approves first interchangeable biosimilar for Soliris
Newly approved Bkemv, manufactured by Amgen, can now be used interchangeably with AstraZeneca’s Solaris for PNH and aHUS. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2024
The need for speed: How AI is driving faster cars for VCARB Formula One team
We go behind the scenes with the Visa Cash App RB F1 team to find out how data, AI and ERP are helping to deliver the millisecond improvements in lap time that make all the difference in Grand Prix racing Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
FWD teams up with AWS on cloud
The pan-Asian insurer plans to host its core applications on AWS in a five-year agreement that comes on the heels of an earlier deal with Microsoft to tap Azure cloud and AI services Continue Reading
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Definition
29 May 2024
corporate division
A corporate division, also known as a business division, is a discrete part of a company that may operate under the same name and legal responsibility or as a separate corporate and legal entity under another business name. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 2024
Dell AI Factory takes the spotlight at Dell Technologies World
Dell has aligned its entire portfolio behind AI and has expanded critical partnerships to support customers adopting artificial intelligence technologies. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
JFrog-GitHub partnership eyes software supply chain security
JFrog and GitHub released a set of focused integrations that provide better visibility across the software supply chain and advance the idea of 'EveryOps.' Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 2024
Lessons from deploying private 5G
Enterprises that have deployed private 5G cite both technical and business benefits, but they might not be what organizations expect. See how expectations compare with reality. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 May 2024
Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI)
Advanced Host Controller Interface, or AHCI, is a technical standard for an interface that enables software to communicate with Serial ATA (SATA) devices. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2024
Rise with SAP evolves, but struggles to make a case for some
Rise with SAP offers a path to the cloud for SAP customers, but adoption is still hindered by customer concerns over costs, flexibility and SAP's cloud-only innovation strategy. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 May 2024
Common Internet File System (CIFS)
CIFS (Common Internet File System) is a protocol that gained popularity around the year 2000, as vendors worked to establish an Internet Protocol-based file-sharing protocol. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 May 2024
How to converge networking and security teams: Key steps
Companies can reap a lot of benefits by merging their networking and security teams. But it takes careful planning to make it work. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Racial health disparities impact mental healthcare access
Only 39% and 36% of Black and Hispanic people had access to mental health treatment in 2023, compared to 50% of white people, according to KFF. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 May 2024
LTO-8 (Linear Tape-Open 8)
LTO-8, or Linear Tape-Open 8, is a tape format from the Linear Tape-Open Consortium released in late 2017. It succeeded the LTO-7 version, which launched in 2015. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 May 2024
7 considerations for data center site selection
An incredible amount of research must go into data center site selection. If the location does not fit company demands, the data center cannot perform as necessary. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Nokia and Global Fiber Peru aim to close digital divide in Amazon rainforest
Subaquatic optical, IP and XGS-PON fibre broadband network brings future-proof connectivity to remote region of Peru, Colombia and Brazil in bid to reduce digital divide in 400 communities Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Storebrand divests from IBM over supply of biometrics to Israel
Norwegian asset manager Storebrand’s decision to divest from IBM comes amid growing scrutiny of the role technology companies play in Israel’s human rights abuses Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2024
Why healthcare data is often the target of ransomware attacks
The healthcare industry relies heavily on IT systems. Sensitive patient data is valuable to hackers, leading to ransomware attacks that disrupt operations and endanger lives. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2024
How to determine a network's AI readiness
Experts discussed how organizations should be preparing for AI deployments within their networks. Determining AI readiness is leadership's first step toward AI integration. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Proofpoint exposes AFF scammers’ piano gambit
Ransomware and nation state actors dominate the headlines, but fraud and scams still net career cyber criminals thousands from unsuspecting members of the public. Proofpoint reports on a campaign targeting victims of a musical inclination Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Check Point discovers vulnerability tied to VPN attacks
While Check Point identified CVE-2024-24919 as the root cause behind recent attack attempts on its VPN products, it's unclear if threat actors gained access to customer networks. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 May 2024
Top 5 mobile payment systems to consider
Mobile payment systems can vary in terms of their fees, setup process and functionality. Organizations must know how to choose the right one to fit their business needs. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Organisations value digital trust, but aren’t working at it
Three quarters of organisations believe digital trust is relevant to their businesses, yet clear gaps in strategies still seem to persist Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 May 2024
IT transformation fatigue? Time to bust those big bang blues
As an industry analyst, you always want your questions answered openly, confidently and convincingly when receiving a briefing from an IT vendor. Unfortunately, however, this doesn't always happen, ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 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. Eric Costlow of Azul shares some advice on how to avoid becoming a member of a rather unpleasant club Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Condor spreads wings with Intelsat in-flight connectivity
Germany’s leading leisure airline inks deal with integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator to extend Wi-Fi product to short- and medium-haul routes using Airbus A32xneo aircraft Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 2024
AI governance needs global approach
Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General of the UN agency, International Telecommunication Union (ITU) argues that AI governance needs a world-wide approach Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2024
Compare and assess 4 top small-business NAS devices
Discover how four NAS appliances stack up against one another regarding their available features to determine which product is right for your small business. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2024
How Providence is streamlining quality reporting with FHIR
Providence is using FHIR standards to streamline payer-provider data exchange, enhancing quality reporting and reimbursement while reducing administrative burdens. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Survey reveals generative AI employee fear
IBM/Oxford Economics global CEO survey shows generative AI success relies on employee training and business leader vision Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
UK rural mobile scheme in danger of missing coverage targets
House of Commons Committee of Public Accounts slams progress and reporting to date on flagship UK mobile connectivity scheme, and warns of potential funding issues that will hamper development Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2024
Storage technology explained: File, block and object storage
We ask the key questions about file, block and object storage: how they work on-premise and in the cloud, global file systems, and file and object locking Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Healthcare ransomware attacks lead to uptick in ED visits at nearby hospitals
A ransomware attack on a hospital can affect neighboring hospitals by increasing emergency department volume, a research letter published in JAMA revealed. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Next UK government must be prepared to legislate on AI, say MPs
The House Science, Innovation and Technology Committee says the next government should be ready to legislate on artificial intelligence to plug any regulatory gaps Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Blackpool Council courts datacentre developers for tech-focused town regeneration project
Blackpool Council is seeking the support of the datacentre community for its bid to create a sustainable technology campus that will capitalise on the town’s proximity to transatlantic undersea cables Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
How APAC organisations are taking to VMware moves
Large organisations in ANZ are looking for transformation rather than a like-for-like replacement for VMware, while those in India have already adopted a dual-supplier strategy Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Provider compensation rises again as groups push productivity
Healthcare providers and APPs saw significant gains in compensation for the fourth consecutive year as medical groups increased productivity. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Interview: EU data chief Ulrich Ahle on obstacles to Europe’s digital single market
EU data scheme Gaia-X is trying to plug the UK into Europe’s planned digital single market as opposition mounts to efforts to extend the reach of Europe’s vast and controversial data laws over global supply chains Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Rural-urban telehealth divide evident among privately insured Americans
Telehealth use increased significantly among Americans with private insurance after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the rural-urban divide remained. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
AI tool predicts autoimmune disease risk using genomic data
The artificial intelligence-driven EXPRESSO model uses genomic data, epigenetics and other information to identify risk genes for autoimmune disease. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Introducing peanuts in infancy minimizes allergy risk in adolescence
Regular peanut consumption before the age of five reduces the rate of peanut allergies in adolescence by 71%. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Johnson & Johnson agrees to acquire Yellow Jersey Therapeutics
The acquisition will give the company rights to a clinical-stage antibody treatment for atopic dermatitis. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
3 Key Metrics that Determine Member Satisfaction for Health Plans
Nearly every payer in the survey was stumped by two factors of member satisfaction: digital customer experience and provider wait times. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 May 2024
RSAC 2024: Infosec pros battle to stay ahead of the bad guys
This year's RSA Conference strived to inspire IT professionals to be pragmatic with generative AI tools while using the latest technologies to bolster security. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 May 2024
Experts: AI digital humans come with benefits -- and risks
Businesses using AI digital humans in sales and marketing can cut costs through efficiency. However, experts warn of the legal risks and public distrust of the technology. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2024
When does AD domain-joined Group Policy override local?
There are several types of Group Policies that could exist for a particular desktop, so IT must carefully manage these different GPOs to ensure the correct policies are in place. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
purchase intent
Purchase intent is the probability that a consumer will buy a product or service. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
3 healthcare organizations begin EHR implementation projects
Health First, Axis Health and Atlantis Orthopedics recently announced EHR implementation projects to improve patient care and optimize clinical workflows. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Check Point warns of threat actors targeting VPNs
Check Point said threat actors were targeting a small number of customers by attempting to compromise local VPN accounts that only utilized passwords for authentication. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
How AI could bolster software supply chain security
Supply chain risks have become more complicated and continue to affect a variety of organizations, but Synopsys' Tim Mackey believes AI could help create more secure software. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
data plan (mobile data plan)
A data plan is an agreement between a mobile carrier and a customer that specifies how much mobile data the user can access, usually per month, for a specific fee on a carrier network. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Executive Interview: Why Dell wants to be your one-stop AI shop
At Dell Technologies World in Las Vegas, artificial intelligence was the talk of the town as Dell staked out an all-encompassing strategy ahead of an anticipated goldrush. Dell’s Nick Brackney explains why the tech giant believes it's onto a winner Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2024
5 real-world examples of omnichannel marketing
The most successful marketing strategies reach customers where they are, on every available channel. Here, explore examples of omnichannel marketing strategies from real companies. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Why reliable data is essential for trustworthy AI
In little over two years, generative AI has changed the shape of the technology industry. Now is the time for proper due diligence Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2024
The benefits of network wargaming for enterprises
Wargaming isn't just for cybersecurity. Network wargaming gives network teams the skills they need to address non-cybersecurity events and emergencies. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2024
4 distributed ledger technology risks and how to solve them
Ready to use distributed ledger technologies for smart contracts or other transactions? Know what risks to avoid and overcome to maximize these platforms for your organization. Continue Reading
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Podcast
28 May 2024
Magical thinking puts open source maintenance in jeopardy
Open source software maintenance is broken. Tobie Langel has a big picture idea for how to fix it, which he shares in this installment of IT Ops Query. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 May 2024
Teaming up with community-based organizations for SDOH work
Health systems should work alongside community-based organizations to outline specific roles in their teamwork on social determinants of health projects and programs. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
AASM highlights opportunities, weaknesses of AI in sleep medicine
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recently examined the potential and challenges of integrating artificial intelligence in clinical care. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 May 2024
Managing bird flu risks with advances in prevention
Bird flu, caused by viruses like H5N1 and H7N9, poses severe risks to humans, especially those in close contact with birds, but preventative measures can curb transmission. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
SAS SSD (Serial-Attached SCSI solid-state drive)
A SAS SSD (Serial-Attached SCSI solid-state drive) is a NAND flash memory-based storage or caching device designed to fit in the same slot as a hard disk drive (HDD) and use the SAS interface to connect to the host computer. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
remote office/branch office (ROBO)
A remote office/branch office (ROBO) is a corporate business site located at some distance from the organization's headquarters or main office. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2024
Follow these 10 steps for a successful recruitment strategy
To attract the right job candidates, it's important to examine policies, solicit feedback, identify workforce gaps, deploy advanced technologies and promote the company brand. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
telepresence robot
A telepresence robot is a robotic device that enables a user to maintain a virtual presence in a remote location. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Westcon-Comstor continuing shift to software, services and subscriptions
Distributor Westcon-Comstor shares full-year results that underline the direction of travel and the benefits of a data-driven approach Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Japan Airlines takes off with Intelsat for enhanced in-flight connectivity
Leading aircraft manufacturer to complete satellite communications company’s electronically steered array factory installation on latest generations of 737 aircraft boasting wide coverage and low latency. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
5G innovation fuelling deal flow and growth pipelines
Study highlights how business and enterprise market will become essential to commercial success of 5G industry, with network slicing and private wireless networks becoming areas of focus Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Openreach claims record for broadband upgrade locations
Latest steps in UK’s leading broadband provider’s plans to go fully digital sees ultrafast full-fibre technology made available to 14 million homes Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Government appoints investigators to analyse Post Office Capture software used before Horizon
PC-based accounting software used by subpostmasters in the 1990s will be investigated by forensic specialist Kroll after reports that Post Office workers may have been wrongly prosecuted in the years before Horizon Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Post Office scandal: Met Police investigation set to go national
The police investigation into Post Office and Fujitsu executives is about to gain the status of a major national investigation – but it could be years before any individuals are charged with crimes or face trial Continue Reading
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28 May 2024
Preparing for the era of the AI PC
PC manufacturers are gatecrashing the artificial intelligence party, with a number of devices now incorporating AI acceleration hardware. Continue Reading
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28 May 2024
HMRC underestimates complexity of Single Trade Window project, says NAO
A National Audit Office report on UK border operations calls on the government to have a more realistic approach to the delivery and outcomes of its digital transformation programme. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 May 2024
What OSF HealthCare considers when making digital health tech decisions
At ATA Nexus, a leader from the Illinois-based health system detailed its digital health strategy amid evolving virtual care demands and technology options. Continue Reading
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Answer
28 May 2024
Overcoming struggles to define algorithmic fairness in healthcare
Medical ethicists posit that there is no one-size-fits-all definition of fairness for healthcare AI, necessitating a more nuanced, collaborative approach. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
28 May 2024
Digital border problems are stacking up
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the government’s post-Brexit plans for digital borders as problems begin to emerge. We find out about AI PCs and ask whether they will make any difference for enterprise IT. And we talk to Red Hat CEO Matt Hicks about the open source opportunities from AI. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 May 2024
Exploring 5 types of clinical trial data sharing platforms
Trial registries, result repositories, open data platforms, sponsor-specific platforms, and consortium-based platforms are five types of clinical trial data-sharing platforms. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 May 2024
Green coding - Keepit: Tapping into code’s potential for greener backup services
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Keepit CTO, Jakob Østergaard. Keepit is known for its SaaS-based backup and recovery services technology platform that ... Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
bare-metal hypervisor (Type 1 hypervisor)
A bare-metal hypervisor, also known as a Type 1 hypervisor, is virtualization software that has been installed directly onto the computing hardware. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
What is data management and why is it important? Full guide
Data management is the process of ingesting, storing, organizing and maintaining the data created and collected by an organization, as explained in this in-depth guide. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2024
database (DB)
A database is a collection of information that is organized so that it can be easily accessed, managed and updated. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 May 2024
Forrester: Preparing for the era of the AI PC
PC manufacturers are gatecrashing the artificial intelligence industry party. There are now a number of devices that incorporate AI acceleration hardware Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2024
Nutanix beefs up AHV hypervisor, doubles down on AI
Nutanix takes aim at VMware with enhancements to its AHV hypervisor along with tighter integrations with Nvidia and Hugging Face to simplify AI deployments Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 May 2024
Green code - New Relic: GreenOps sprouts new shoots
This is guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Siva Padisetty, New Relic’s CTO. Padisetty writes in full as follows… Companies don’t have to sacrifice their bottom line to ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 May 2024
Green coding - CloudBolt: Cloud efficiency... beyond dollars, pounds & pennies
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written in full by Kyle Campos, chief technology & product officer at CloudBolt Software. The cloud ROI company, CloudBolt ... Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Parliamentarians warn of UK election threat from Russia, China and North Korea
Joint parliamentary security committee chair Margaret Beckett writes to prime minister urging government to prepare for foreign states interfering with 4 July election Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Over 700 wrongful subpostmaster convictions overturned by new legislation
Parliament has approved a law that will see hundreds of subpostmasters with wrongful convictions exonerated as one of the government’s final acts before the general election Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
AI, automation, private networks top UK enterprise tech agenda
Survey examining technology agenda for UK enterprises highlights that business priorities over the next 12 months include increasing sales, reducing operating costs, and growth via new business areas or geographies Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Infinidat hands partners increased flash array options
Vendor takes on board channel feedback in devising its latest generation of flash arrays Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Paula Vennells boasted about removing Horizon risk reference in Royal Mail flotation prospectus
A reference to Horizon was removed from Royal Mail prospectus by Paula Vennells in the eleventh hour Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 May 2024
How the next government could rewire the state
Overhauling the way government uses and exchanges data could dramatically improve public services Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Networks emerge as catalyst for digital business success
Global networking trends report for 2024 reveals continued measurable impact of the network in advancing business goals, with 72% planning on deploying integrated network management platforms over the next two years Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
AI set to improve network operational efficiency by 40% or more
Study of telecom and IT engineers exploring artificial intelligence’s impact on the network sees almost universal belief in need to upgrade fibre-optic networks to support more AI traffic Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Kaseya: MSPs benefiting from supporting and using AI
Vendor’s chief product officer shares thoughts around the current position MSPs and customers have around the emerging technology Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 May 2024
Prepare for Copilot+ & AI PC migraine
A few years ago, ARM-based laptops were the kind of chips that ended up powering low-cost Chromebooks. MediaTek system on a chip devices used to offer a low cost alternative to the more powerful ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 May 2024
Observability and Security: Thoughts on the Cisco-Splunk Acquisition
The tech world is now trying to work out exactly what the news of Cisco's acquisition of Splunk signifies, and for good reason. This merger has the significant potential to reshape the ... Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Arctic Semiconductor 5G private networks tech gains 3GPP accreditation
Low-power, RF and mixed-signal chipsets provider announces 3GPP Compliant Platform for 5G private networks boasting ‘pivotal’ capabilities in terms of performance and power consumption Continue Reading