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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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News
09 Jan 2024
OpenAI's fair use claim against The New York Times lawsuit
The AI vendor claims it is widely accepted to use materials from the internet to train AI models. It also suggested that the Times manipulated models to regurgitate old materials. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jan 2024
20 common problems with inventory management
Some problems with inventory management that companies frequently face include ordering errors and lack of warehouse space. Learn how to prevent these issues. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Amsterdam arrest leads to Babuk Tortilla ransomware decryptor
A joint effort by Cisco Talos, Avast and Dutch law enforcement results in an all-encompassing Babuk ransomware recovery key and the arrest of a threat actor. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2024
Companies still grappling with building modern data platforms
Data platforms are crucial for managing and delivering data efficiently, but a recent survey from Enterprise Strategy Group showed that companies still struggle to implement them. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Account hijacking, cryptocurrency scams spread on X
One company that had its account stolen and used for cryptocurrency scams, CertiK, said it was hacked through a phishing attack from a journalist's compromised account. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Generative AI a key tech for analytics, but within limits
Despite its potential benefits, including increased productivity, users need to be wary of overreliance on generative AI given its propensity for delivering incorrect outputs. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Dresner: Analytics trends include prioritization of BI
While generative AI is the BI craze of the moment, increased investments in BI, attempts to expand BI use to business users and embedded analytics are also in vogue. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jan 2024
How to overcome the top 6 marketing automation challenges
Marketing automation tools can improve employee productivity if organizations avoid common pitfalls, such as poor planning and a lack personalized messaging. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Jan 2024
sandbox
A sandbox is an isolated testing environment that enables users to run programs or open files without affecting the application, system or platform on which they run. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Jan 2024
What is hyperconverged infrastructure? Guide to HCI
Hyperconverged infrastructure is a software-centric architecture that tightly integrates compute, storage and virtualization resources in a single system that usually consists of x86 hardware. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Babuk Tortilla ransomware decryptor made available
A joint effort between Cisco Talos, Avast and the Dutch police will bring relief to many victims of a variant of the Babuk ransomware known as Tortilla Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Jan 2024
Inadequate cloud logs are proving a headache for CISOs
The mass adoption of cloud environments is pushing strained CISOs to the brink and a lack of attention to logging isn't helping. Vectra's Mark Wojtasiak calls for organisations to do more to improve visibility in their clouds in 2024 Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Aryaka champions channel contribution to growth
Networking player shares details of rising channel contributions and impact of partner programme Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
The need for tools such as Getty Generative AI by iStock
The model, based on Nvidia Picasso, comes as copyright lawsuits against AI vendors widen. It competes with other image-generating models such as Adobe Firefly and Midjourney. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Wales makes headway with electronic prescriptions roll-out
Electronic prescribing will be deployed in both primary and secondary care, while a shared medicines record will be live by the end of March 2024 Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Study reveals cyber risks to US elections
With the 2024 US presidential election cycle beginning, a study produced by Arctic Wolf has highlighted big gaps in preparedness and resourcing at government bodies across the US Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Former Post Office CEO hands back CBE amid public backlash
Former Post Office CEO hands back her CBE after public backlash following dramatisation of her role in Post Office Horizon scandal Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
‘Hero’ subpostmaster accuses government of diversion tactics through ‘weaselly’ statistics
Campaigning subpostmaster calls out government’s use of ‘weaselly’ statistics to hide its slow progress Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2024
Top 30 incident response interview questions
Job interviews are nerve-wracking, but preparation can minimize jitters and position you to land the role. Get started with these incident response interview questions and answers. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2024
What the networking job market looks like for 2024
Networking trends around cloud, NaaS and security are influencing the job market and required skill sets among enterprise employers, but networking fundamentals are still a priority. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2024
Top incident response tools: How to choose and use them
The OODA loop helps organizations throughout the incident response process, giving insight into the incident response tools needed to detect and respond to security events. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2024
How to fix the top 5 cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Check out how to fix five top cybersecurity vulnerabilities to prevent data loss from poor endpoint security, ineffective network monitoring, weak authentication and other issues. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
CES 2024: Qualcomm claims new era of mobility and inks Bosch deal for digital cockpit
Mobile platform giant takes to CES with automotive product portfolio claiming industry-leading performance for all tiers of mobility platforms Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Jan 2024
Find duplicates in a List in Java
Need to dedupe a Java list? Here are 5 simple ways to remove duplicates from a List in Java. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Print managed services part of a sustainability pitch
It’s been pitched as a cost-controlling benefit, but the green benefits of MPS is growing, according to Kyocera Document Solutions UK Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Jan 2024
Designing an IT department for a world defined by change
Traditional functional organisational models cannot adapt adequately to the demands of a 21st century digital business - especially not in the IT department. How can a service-based structure help? Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
QuEra Computing sets out plan for error-correcting quantum computing
QuEra Computing is betting on transversal gates, a technology which it believes is key to simplifying error correction Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Fujitsu gets stay of execution as MPs support exoneration of wrongfully convicted subpostmasters
Fujitsu will have to wait until the end of the Post Office Horizon scandal public inquiry to hear how MPs will punish it Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Interwell Health Adds 8 Practices to Nephrology-Focused Epic EHR System
The Epic EHR configuration aims to foster collaboration between nephrology practices, hospitals, and dialysis centers for value-based care. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Jan 2024
LLM series - Workday: How LLM ecosystems can prevent model collapse
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Clare Hickie in her role as EMEA CTO at Workday. Hickie says that ‘model collapse’ is a very real issue that must be ... Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Software-defined vehicles market to be worth over $700bn by 2034
Research finds there is plenty of opportunity ahead for software-centric experiences surrounding connected vehicles, but warns that too many OEMs are continuing to equip vehicles with limited and sluggish tech Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
CES 2024: BlackBerry announces foundation for next-gen automotive, IoT systems
QNX SDP 8.0 operating platform to feature fifth-generation architecture with safe and secure microkernel, advanced tooling and cloud enablement in what is claimed to be future-proof mission-critical embedded system design Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2024
Neos Networks launches 10Gbps managed dedicated internet access
Infrastructure upgrade sees managed dedicated internet access service customers now able to access higher bandwidths, alongside active monitoring and management of devices and service Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Jan 2024
Trauma and fear means victims of the Post Office scandal are suffering in silence
Just like victims of child abuse, it is likely that issues of trauma, fear, feelings of shame and a complete loss of trust in authority are some of the powerful inhibitors preventing victims of the Post Office scandal from coming forward Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Jan 2024
The future of CISOs in APAC
This is a guest post by Geoffrey Coley, regional chief technology officer for Asia-Pacific at Veritas Technologies The pace at which the cyber threat landscape is evolving with the use of malicious ... Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jan 2024
Top 7 enterprise cybersecurity challenges in 2024
Security teams faced unprecedented challenges in 2023. The year ahead appears no less daunting. Here are the cybersecurity trends and safeguards to consider in 2024. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Jan 2024
cost price
Cost price is the total amount of money that it costs a manufacturer to produce a given product or provide a given service. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jan 2024
Compare 3 top AI coding tools
AI-powered coding tools GitHub Copilot, Amazon CodeWhisperer and Tabnine take an innovative approach to software development -- but don't count the human developer out just yet. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Jan 2024
data feed
A data feed is an ongoing stream of structured data that provides users with updates of current information from one or more sources. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jan 2024
VoIP codecs explained: How to optimize VoIP quality
The key to a high-quality VoIP call is the right codec. Explore common codecs, their features and potential drawbacks to choose the right one for VoIP optimization. Continue Reading
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Video
08 Jan 2024
What is sentiment analysis?
Learn how AI is used to perform sentiment analysis, the different categories of sentiment that can be identified and how the analysis can be used to improve customer satisfaction. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
Government to push NHS roll-out of digital pathology
Department for Health and Social Care wants to increase use of digital pathology in cancer screening, following a recommendation by the UK National Screening Committee Continue Reading
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Tutorial
08 Jan 2024
Deploy OpenTelemetry to improve Kubernetes observability
Deploying OpenTelemetry on Kubernetes can give teams a leg up in observability monitoring. It only takes a few simple steps to get the tool up and running. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Jan 2024
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) provides guidance on how to manage and reduce IT infrastructure security risk. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?
The first roundup of the year includes appointments at Pax8, Centreon, Mphasis and Kinly Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jan 2024
How to become an incident responder: Requirements and more
Incident response is a growth area that provides career advancement options and a good salary. Here's an in-depth look at job requirements, salaries and available certifications. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
British Library ransomware attack could cost up to £7m
The cost of recovering the British Library’s ransomware-stricken IT systems could be up to £7m, it has emerged Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
Canalys: AI-capable PCs will make an impact this year
Analyst expecting arrival of smarter hardware will filter into commercial sales and arm the channel with a fresh pitch Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jan 2024
10 top blockchain certification courses to pursue in 2024
Numerous blockchain certification courses are available for beginners and seasoned professionals, so we narrowed the field to some of the more diverse and comprehensive programs. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
Post Office scandal furore is moment to change digital evidence rules
The current rules around digital evidence are partly to blame for the widest miscarriage of justice in UK history Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Jan 2024
The prefix sum array problem
The prefix sum problem is often used to test a developer's mettle. Here's a simple solution to the prefix sum problem in Java that uses loops, arrays and basic Java syntax. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Jan 2024
LLM series - Pathway: Taking LLMs out of pilot into production
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Zuzanna Stamirowska, co-founder and CEO at Pathway. Pathway bills itself as the ultimate data processing framework for the ... Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
Inside the Met Police’s investigation into EncroChat crime gangs
The Met’s senior investigating officer responsible for investigating criminals using the EncroChat encrypted phone network tells the inside story of the UK’s biggest organised crime bust in a BBC podcast series released this week Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 Jan 2024
What to expect from NerdioCon 2024
Straight into Q1 conference season, we dive into a somewhat different type of industry gathering at NerdioCon 2024. Nerdio is of course a software provider for organisations that want to manage and ... Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2024
Datacentre operators form APAC industry group
The Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association will advocate for policies to drive the security and resiliency of datacentres and minimise environmental impact, among other goals Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jan 2024
6 top predictive analytics tools for 2024
Predictive analytics tools are evolving. Enhanced with AI, easier to use and geared to both data scientists and business users, they're more business-critical than ever. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jan 2024
India firms warm to responsible AI
Almost two-thirds of organisations said their responsible AI practices and policies were mature or they had taken steps towards responsible AI adoption, according to a Nasscom study Continue Reading
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News
07 Jan 2024
Metropolitan Police launches second criminal investigation in Post Office scandal
New investigation will examine potential crimes by the Post Office in its recovery of money from subpostmasters accused of theft and false accounting Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
4-day workweek bills use tax breaks to win HR support
Four-day workweek initiatives in some U.S. states faced early setbacks, but now seek to gain traction through voluntary business pilots incentivized by tax credits. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Jan 2024
cloud hosting
Cloud hosting is the process of outsourcing an organization's computing and storage resources to a service provider that offers its infrastructure services in a utility model. Continue Reading
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Video
05 Jan 2024
What is natural language processing (NLP)?
NLP enables computers to understand language like humans. This video explores its techniques, applications and challenges, highlighting its importance in businesses. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Jan 2024
hybrid cloud architecture
Hybrid cloud architecture is a type of cloud computing architecture that combines public cloud, private cloud and on-premises resources. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Jan 2024
beta test
In software development, a beta test is the second phase of software testing in which a sampling of the intended audience tries out the product. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jan 2024
Learn how to create a machine learning pipeline
Well-considered machine learning pipelines provide a structured approach to AI development in modern IT environments, ensuring uniformity, speed and business alignment. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jan 2024
10 factors reshaping the role of the CIO in 2024
CIOs will approach the evolving pace of technology, demands for innovation and increasing pressure for efficiency with new urgency. Discover the factors driving these challenges. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
Information Commissioner questions DWP plan to monitor bank accounts of benefit claimants
The Information Commissioner has warned that legislation to give new powers to the Department of Work and Pensions to check bank accounts of benefit claimants for indications of fraud lacks appropriate safeguards Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jan 2024
How to create an incident response playbook
Using an incident response playbook can speed up an organization's responses to cyberattacks. Find out how to build repeatable playbooks to use for different types of incidents. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jan 2024
7 keys to an effective hybrid cloud migration strategy
Cloud readiness, storage costs, network lag and metrics can make or break the choice to move data, applications and workloads to today's more complex hybrid cloud environment. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jan 2024
Top 24 cloud computing skills to boost your career in 2024
As cloud adoption increases, so too does the need for IT experts with cloud computing skills. Here are 24 key skills to help you on your journey. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
Hyundai Mobis taps Wind River Studio to accelerate software-defined vehicle development
Global vehicle technology innovator and supplier selects mission-critical intelligent systems provider to accelerate its software-defined vehicle development, looking to create an infrastructure for next-generation mobility Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
Skylo, FocusPoint claim first for satellite-based IoT monitoring, escalation services
Non-terrestrial networks provider extends partnership with internet of things tech firm to link up its NTN satellite network for what it calls the first satellite-based IoT monitoring and escalation service Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
GTDC: More use cases add to AI expectations
The latest GTDC podcast includes talk of the prospects for the technology to have a major channel impact this year – artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jan 2024
Top 10 cloud computing careers of 2024 and how to get started
Cloud computing touches many aspects of modern life, and the need for cloud professionals is great. Learn about the necessary skills and education for a cloud computing career. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Jan 2024
cloud provisioning
Cloud provisioning is the allocation of a cloud provider's resources and services to a customer. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Jan 2024
Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT)
A Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a group of information security experts responsible for the protection against, detection of and response to an organization’s cybersecurity incidents. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jan 2024
5G security: Everything you should know for a secure network
5G touts better security controls than 4G, including stronger encryption, privacy and authentication. But enterprises need to consider the challenges, too. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Jan 2024
dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS)
Dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) is the adjustment of power and speed settings on a computing device's various processors, controller chips and peripheral devices to optimize resource allotment for tasks and maximize power saving when those resources are not needed. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jan 2024
LLM series - Bugcrowd: A vulnerability rating taxonomy for LLMs
This is a conversation cum-new-analysis with Casey Ellis in his role as founder and chief strategy officer at Bugcrowd for the Computer Weekly Developer Network (CWDN). The Bugcrowd Security ... Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
Qualcomm claims new wave of mixed reality experiences with Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
Samsung and Google announce support for addition to flagship mobile platform supporting 4.3K per eye resolution and 12 or more concurrent cameras to deliver immersive mixed reality and virtual reality experiences Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jan 2024
LLM series - SymphonyAI: Core realities for developers coding AI
This is a contributed blog by Vijay Raghavendra in his capacity as CTO of SymphonyAI in line with the Computer Weekly Developer Network’s series discussing software engineering work in the Large ... Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
LG finds higher gear with autonomous driving and infotainment
Latest collaboration between Korean CE giant and global mobility tech company combines in-vehicle infotainment capabilities with ADAS and AD technologies Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2024
Nine Healthcare Orgs Join OCHIN Epic EHR Network to Drive Care Access
The OCHIN Epic EHR platform aims to meet the needs of community-based healthcare providers and enhance care access across underserved populations. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jan 2024
What does “Investment in Generative AI” actually mean?
I’ve found myself in a number of conversations recently where the discussion has turned to the speed at which organisations are investing in generative AI. More and more, however, I find myself ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Jan 2024
Mind the gap: AI leaders pulling ahead as LLMs take off
Advice on how to implement large language models safely within an enterprise IT environment Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Jan 2024
MicroScope: Things are looking up for 2024
In this issue, catch up on what experts predict for the year ahead in the channel business, as well as a look back on 2023. Also, read about upcoming areas for growth and the importance of understanding cloud reselling to demystify customer needs Continue Reading
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05 Jan 2024
10 crucial interview questions for ERP job candidates in 2024
Before an ERP job interview, know how to answer these 10 interview questions about both hard technical skills and soft skills, like management and communication. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jan 2024
MRP vs. ERP: Understand the differences and similarities
Did you know today's ERP systems evolved from yesterday's MRP systems? Learn the differences, including functions, applications and benefits -- and how they work together. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jan 2024
Top 8 in-demand cybersecurity jobs for 2024 and beyond
Cybersecurity is a challenging career path, filled with professional opportunities. Learn about the top cybersecurity jobs and the training and background they require. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
Perplexity AI secures $73.6 million more for AI search
The startup's backers include Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Its platform helps users get accurate responses to natural language questions by choosing a source type and LLM. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
Google begins phasing out third-party cookies in Chrome
The search giant starts limiting cross-site tracking to respond to consumer privacy concerns, while aiming to preserve ad revenue and skirt pushback from U.K. regulators. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Jan 2024
10 of the biggest zero-day attacks of 2023
There were many zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in the wild in 2023. Here's a look at 10 of the most notable and damaging zero-day attacks last year. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
December ransomware attacks disrupt healthcare organizations
Two attacks last month exposed the sensitive information of more than 3 million individuals as ransomware attacks continued to disrupt networks and expose private data. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Jan 2024
6 pros and cons of an applicant tracking system
Applicant tracking systems can streamline the hiring process but can also result in an impersonal experience for candidates. Learn more about the pros and cons of ATSes. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Jan 2024
smart machines
A smart machine is a device embedded with machine-to-machine and/or cognitive computing technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) or deep learning, all of which it uses to reason, solve problems, make decisions and even take action. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Jan 2024
How the event sourcing design pattern works, with example
Learn how to control state changes as immutable events through the event sourcing model. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Jan 2024
Kubernetes
Kubernetes, also referred to as K8s for the number of letters between K and S, is an open source platform used to manage containerized applications across private, public and hybrid cloud environments. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Jan 2024
8 hybrid cloud security challenges and how to manage them
Hybrid cloud's benefits are many and varied but so are the security issues surrounding integration, compatibility, governance, compliance, APIs, visibility and responsibility. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
AMD aims to reshape automotive industry with AI engines, in-vehicle experiences
Chip giant to use forthcoming CES to introduce Versal AI Edge XA adaptive SoCs and Ryzen Embedded V2000A Series processors to power next-generation automotive systems Continue Reading
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