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Free guide to low-code & no-code platforms
Platforms that enable shadow IT are changing development roles and processes. Here's why it's time to embrace this new reality.
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Feature
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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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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Blog Post
04 Jan 2024
Unit4 predictions for 2024: pervasive ERP, conversational UX breakthroughs
This is a guest blogpost by Claus Jepsen, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Unit4 2024 is going to be an important year for the enterprise technology sector as various factors influence ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jan 2024
How can security vendors react to the growing AI threat?
Some of the great and the good of the cyber security vendor world share their predictions about what technologies will dominate this year Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Jan 2024
computer security incident response team (CSIRT)
A computer security incident response team, or CSIRT, is a group of IT professionals that provides an organization with services and support surrounding the assessment, management and prevention of cybersecurity-related emergencies, as well as coordination of incident response efforts. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Jan 2024
two-tier ERP
Two-tier ERP is a technology strategy taken by large, multinational enterprises that uses tier 1 ERP for financials and other core common processes at the corporate level and tier 2 ERP for divisions, subsidiaries and smaller locations of the company to address specific needs. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
What are the features and benefits of 5G technology?
Fixed wireless access, increased bandwidth, faster cellular speeds and new technology enablement in vertical markets are just some of the business benefits of 5G. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Jan 2024
hybrid cloud management
Hybrid cloud management characterizes the processes and tools for managing applications that span public and private cloud computing infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
Celona and Palo Alto partner to enhance private 5G network security
Wireless services specialist Celona and security firm Palo Alto Networks are coming together to enhance device protection for organisations operating private mobile networks Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
Risks and opportunities for the UK chip sector
In May 2023, the UK government unveiled a national semiconductor strategy. We find out how it has been going Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
Record-breaking 2023 for UK home broadband
Research from UK’s leading comms provider finds more broadband data used than ever before, as bumper traffic during Christmas and New Year contributes to the busiest days Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
Richer customer experiences at your service
The arrival of contact centre technologies and services into the world of unified communications and collaboration has seen core features expanded to make customer experiences richer and more profitable Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2024
Stone and TD Synnex highlight ITAD benefits
With budgets remaining tight, the need for the channel to pitch a strong refurbished tech story remains a pressing one Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Jan 2024
LLM series - Pathlight: Why good AI starts with infrastructure
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Trey Doig in his position as co-founder and CEO at conversational intelligence company Pathlight. Keen to address the fact ... Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
How to evaluate top UCaaS providers and vendors of 2024
Organizations have many considerations to make when adopting UCaaS. Learn how to evaluate key capabilities from top UCaaS providers, including mobility, security and integrations. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
10 top artificial intelligence certifications and courses for 2024
Here are some of the more diverse artificial intelligence certification courses available that go beyond the basics to deepen your knowledge of this rapidly changing technology. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
Best enterprise content management software of 2024
When it comes to ECM, there are myriad vendors to consider. Delve into 10 platforms to understand their capabilities and functions before deciding. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
Top 12 online cybersecurity courses for 2024
Our panel of experts picked the best free and paid online cybersecurity courses for working professionals looking to advance their careers and for newbies breaking into the field. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
10 top AI and machine learning trends for 2024
Custom enterprise models, open source AI, multimodal -- learn about the top AI and machine learning trends for 2024 and how they promise to transform the industry. Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jan 2024
VDI alternatives to Citrix and VMware for remote work
Many organizations will go with remote and virtual desktop services from Citrix, Microsoft and VMware, but there are many alternatives on the market. Check out these 11 vendors. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
Top 30 IoT interview questions and answers for 2024
Do you or a job candidate have what it takes to meet the demands of IoT? Find out with our 30 questions and answers on planning, deploying and maintaining the internet of things. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2024
The importance of the 'New York Times' AI copyright lawsuit
The newspaper publisher is the first major news outlet to sue the AI creator. While the suit might not reach court, it still has a significant impact on the AI community. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
How to write a sprint goal in Scrum
The product of every sprint planning session is a sprint goal. Here, we look at its purpose along with how to write a sprint goal properly. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Top 10 essential skills for ERP professionals in 2024
Both hard and soft skills are essential for ERP professionals, including project management and being up to date with technology. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Why empathy in the workplace is important
Empathy fuels happy, engaged employees. Learn some benefits and tips for making empathy part of your corporate culture. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
10 marketing automation best practices
Learn how marketing automation best practices, like using behavior-based triggers and A/B testing, can help marketers reach and engage more audiences. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2024
Where AI and quantum computing meet
Quantum computing may be years away from practical enterprise applications, but it's getting closer. We talked with IBM's quantum adoption leader to see where we're at right now. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Cloud, integrations top ERP trends in 2024
Cloud migrations, generative AI and expanded functionality will dominate ERP discussions in 2024, as this legacy tech continues to try to adapt to meet business needs. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
An overview of Microsoft Project Silica and its archive use
Microsoft's Project Silica stores data in quartz glass, similar to the crystals in Superman films. The team now has four distinct areas of research. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Use the Feynman Technique to learn complicated concepts
Learning new concepts is key to any work or life endeavor. Here's how the Feynman Technique helps maximize learning new concepts and improves communication skills. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Why effective cybersecurity is important for businesses
Cyber attacks can have serious financial and business consequences for companies, which makes implementing strong cybersecurity protections a critical step. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
12 Web3 courses to try in 2024
Gain the skills necessary to engage with the newest iteration of the web using one of the many Web3 developer courses and learning resources available online. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2024
Dutch working to promote cooperation in Europe to keep internet safe
A Dutch cooperative approach offers national and international cooperation opportunities for ISPs to guard against DDoS attacks, lawful interception and detect abuse in networks Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
6 benefits of applicant tracking system integration
Learn how applicant tracking system integration can benefit company operations and learn some of the most common integrations, including integrating an ATS with social media. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Explore the impact of data science in business workflows
Data science and machine learning are reshaping business workflows and customer experiences, ushering in an era of highly tailored services and predictive strategies. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2024
SonicWall adds more zero trust depth with Banyan buy
Security player dips back into the M&A market to add more zero trust and SSE coverage Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Jan 2024
configuration management database (CMDB)
A configuration management database (CMDB) is a file -- usually in the form of a standardized database -- that contains all relevant information about the hardware and software components used in an organization's IT services and the relationships among those components. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Ransomware trends, statistics and facts heading into 2024
Supply chain attacks, double extortion and RaaS are just a few of the ransomware trends that will continue to disrupt businesses in 2024. Is your industry a top target? Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Jan 2024
colocation (colo)
A colocation facility (colo) is a data center or telecommunications facility in which a business can rent space for servers, storage devices, and other computing and networking hardware. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2024
SonicWall acquires Banyan to boost zero-trust, SSE offerings
With its second acquisition in two months, SonicWall aims to help enterprises with growing remote workforces through zero-trust network and security service edge offerings. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
MENA looks ahead to networking drive
The networking industry has been traditionally defined by generational advances in technology first deployed in markets such as North America, Europe and Asia Pacific – and before too long, the Middle East and North Africa region will be joining this club Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Artificial intelligence to the front in Sweden’s National Technology Strategy
Sweden focuses in on artificial intelligence in its latest far-reaching national IT strategy Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Fighting money laundering with AI
Mike Foster, CEO of SymphonyAI Sensa-NetReveal, talks up how AI can be used to fight financial crime and how the company’s technology can augment existing AML investments Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Openreach claims connectivity landmark with Fair Isle full fibre
UK’s leading broadband provider furthers Scottish roll-out of gigabit connectivity with full fibre to the UK’s most geographically remote inhabited island, with funding from Scottish government’s R100 programme and UK government Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
ONC Final Rule Updates Health IT Certification for Interoperability
The final rule updates the baseline version of the United States Core Data for Interoperability (USCDI) standard to Version 3 for the ONC Health IT Certification Program. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
03 Jan 2024
LLM series - eSentire: Start secure, to avoid black clouds later
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Jeff Schwartzentruber in his capacity as senior Machine Learning (ML) scientist at eSentire. Schwartzentruber is part of ... Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
5 key video conferencing trends to watch in 2024
From personal assistants to meeting summaries, AI will redefine video conferencing over the next year. Check out the top trends driving the market in 2024. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
5 UC and collaboration trends reshaping the market in 2024
Generative AI is getting all the attention, but there are other key shifts, like vendor rationalization, which will reshape UC in the months to come. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
Top metaverse platforms to know about in 2024
What's happening in the metaverse? More than you might think. Read about three areas for growth, the concept of spatial computing and which metaverse platforms to track in 2024. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
A primer on AI chip design
Four common AI chips -- CPU, GPU, FPGA and ASIC -- are advancing with the current market for AI chip design. Read on to see what the future holds for AI chips. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Create an open source security policy for your organization
Using open source software raises concerns about security and intellectual property. Here's how to make sound decisions and avoid situations you'll regret. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Jan 2024
Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)
Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FcoE) is a storage protocol that enables Fibre Channel (FC) communications to run directly over Ethernet. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
data protection management (DPM)
Data protection management (DPM) is the administration, monitoring and management of backup processes to ensure backup tasks run on schedule and data is securely backed up and recoverable. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Jan 2024
big data engineer
A big data engineer is an information technology (IT) professional who is responsible for designing, building, testing and maintaining complex data processing systems that work with large data sets. Continue Reading
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News
02 Jan 2024
China’s UNC4841 pivots to new Barracuda ESG zero-day
The Chinese state threat actor behind a series of cyber attacks on Barracuda Networks customers embarked on a campaign targeting the supplier’s email security products in the run-up to Christmas Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Top 13 IoT blogs to follow in 2024
Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned expert, there's an IoT blog for you. Find out where to go for the latest use cases and trends. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Why the channel can prepare for a positive 2024
A tough 2023 is in the books, and focus now settles on a fresh 12 months where the narrative can be better across the channel Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Data: the golden thread of military defence
Information has been the lifeblood of warfare for centuries and modern data strategies are no different. From frontline fighters to logistics, manufacturing, R&D, and recruitment, data is crucial Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
How to purchase the best server hardware for small businesses
Before buying a server, it's important to assess an SMB's needs. Review these seven steps outlining the factors an organization should consider before purchasing a server. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Pros and cons of 10 common hybrid cloud use cases
For businesses contemplating the advantages and disadvantages of their applications living in a distributed cloud infrastructure, take a cue from these hybrid cloud use cases. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Jan 2024
Apple Watch
Apple Watch is a wearable smartwatch that allows users to accomplish a variety of tasks, including making phone calls, sending text messages and reading email. Continue Reading
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Podcast
02 Jan 2024
A challenge: Guiding generative AI toward responsible use
Transparency, explainability and lack of bias are principles for building generative AI systems that work according to ethical rules and are fair for everyone. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Jan 2024
cybercrime
Cybercrime is any criminal activity that involves a computer, network or networked device. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Jan 2024
IT Sustainability Think Tank: Why 2024 is the year for IT managers to revamp their green IT plans
With 2023 now behind us, it is time to look ahead at what enterprise leaders should be focusing their IT sustainability efforts on next year Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Qualtrics supports Dow digital transformation
How US-based materials science company has used analytics tools from Qualtrics to target improvements to customer experience Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Jan 2024
Zebra AI lead: A developer deep dive on LLM (part 2)
This is part 2 of a discussion recorded for the Computer Weekly Developer Network (CWDN) with Andrea Mirabile in his position as global director of AI research at Zebra Technologies - part 1 is ... Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Cloudflare eyes GenAI workloads with Workers AI
Cloudflare’s Workers developer platform is touted to make it easier for organisations to deploy GenAI capabilities at the edge to speed up inferencing Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Jan 2024
identity theft
Identity theft, also known as identity fraud, is a crime in which an imposter obtains key pieces of personally identifiable information (PII), such as Social Security or driver's license numbers, to impersonate someone else. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
16 BPM best practices to ensure project success
A BPM approach to transformation enables companies to continuously improve and reinvent their business processes, injecting innovation as they go. Learn how to do it right. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
Top 10 IoT business models for 2024
Organizations can incorporate IoT in their business models to generate additional revenue streams in several different ways, including the pay-per-usage and data-driven models. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
The 10 best cloud security certifications for IT pros in 2024
Certifications can help security pros prove their baseline knowledge of infosec topics. Consider adding these top cloud security certifications to your arsenal. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2024
14 CIO priorities and trends for 2024
The job is as big and challenging as ever. In 2024, CIOs will be asked to find business value in GenAI, mitigate AI risks and solve the talent crunch, among other pressing issues. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 Jan 2024
Zebra AI lead: A developer deep dive on LLM (part 1)
This is a discussion recorded for the Computer Weekly Developer Network (CWDN) with Andrea Mirabile in his position as global director of AI research at Zebra Technologies. With over 10 years as an ... Continue Reading
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31 Dec 2023
Could Data Analytics and AI be used to reset the Election Agenda around Policies that will work?
could short-order training for Officials and Policy Advisors in the use of Data Analytics and AI to transform policy formation and implementation, beginning with citizen-facing services like the ... Continue Reading
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30 Dec 2023
LLM series - Chainguard: Why developer 'trust' in AI images matters (a lot)
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Dan Lorenc, CEO and co-founder at software supply chain security company, Chainguard. As a man who co-created the open ... Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2023
2024: Putting Cyber Resilience into Social, Political, Business and Budget context.
On-line Safety, Safeguarding, Security, Counter-fraud and Resilience matter to voters and business. Cyber does not ... until they become victims ... Online crime is, however, now the world’s third ... Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2023
Will 2024 be the year AI begins to transform Education, Recruitment, Training from cradle to dotage?
Those looking at policies to avoid the UK being left behind as a bureaucratically planned Cannery Row, need to identify, publicise and build on what is already happening around the world (as well ... Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2023
Top 10 investigations and national security stories of 2023
From a secret campaign by right-wing Brexit supporters against science journal Nature to Investigatory Powers Act 2016 revisions that will make it easier for police and intelligence agencies to access databases on the population, here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 investigations and national security stories of 2023 Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2023
Top 10 India IT stories of 2023
We recap the year’s top 10 stories in India, including the country’s datacentre boom and innovations in space and agriculture technologies Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2023
Top 10 AI regulation stories of 2023
From the UK government’s publication of its long-awaited AI whitepaper to its convening of the world’s first AI Safety Summit, here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 AI regulation stories of 2023 Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2023
Top 10 women in tech and diversity in tech stories of 2023
As the year draws to a close, Computer Weekly looks over some of the notable stories relating to women in tech, diversity and inclusion throughout 2023 Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
The future of field service management and trends
Contactless, cashless and self-service abilities remain standards for field service. The future will bring more flexibility and convenience for workers and customers. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
The benefits of using compiled regex in Python and Java
Whether you're programming in Java or Python, compiled regex can significantly speed up your text manipulation routines. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
Comparing Copilot for Microsoft 365 vs. GitHub Copilot
There are significant differences between the various copilots that Microsoft has brought to market. Find out details about two of the most prolific copilots. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
The relationship between cloud FinOps and security
True FinOps maturity isn't achievable without FinOps and cybersecurity team collaboration. The first step is building the relationship between those teams. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
Optimize serverless apps with an observability strategy
Serverless apps come with unexpected challenges and sometimes they are nearly impossible to troubleshoot and optimize. Move away from traditional monitoring practices to succeed. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
5 examples of records management
Examples of records management vary by types of records, such as front- and back-office records, and processes, such as retention schedule management and records disposal. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
Compare GPUs vs. CPUs for AI workloads
GPUs are often presented as the vehicle of choice to run AI workloads, but the push is on to expand the number and types of algorithms that can run efficiently on CPUs. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
Conduct load tests with JMeter on Kubernetes
Apache JMeter and other load-testing tools can be used with Kubernetes to conduct stress tests to see how well an app performs in specific scenarios. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2023
Don't neglect API functional testing
APIs are how applications connect to a database, partner servers and integrated applications. Testing their efficacy is an essential QA task for every software team. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Dec 2023
cloud application performance management (cloud APM)
Cloud application performance management (cloud APM) is the process of monitoring resources that support software application performance in public cloud, private cloud and hybrid cloud environments. It takes actions to resolve issues and maintain optimal performance. Continue Reading