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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 2025
What is good automated manufacturing practice (GAMP)?
Good automated manufacturing practice (GAMP) is a set of guidelines for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2025
How to integrate your phone system with Microsoft Teams
Before organizations migrate their existing phone systems into Microsoft Teams, they need to select the right telephony architecture that fits their business needs. Continue Reading
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Infographic
29 Jul 2025
By the numbers: Use AI to fill the IT skills gap
According to the '2025 AI Skills Report' by Pluralsight, 65% of organizations had to abandon AI projects due to a lack of AI skills. Don't be another statistic; invest in your staff. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2025
What is an input validation attack?
An input validation attack is any malicious cyberattack that involves an attacker manually entering strange, suspicious or unsafe information into a normal user input field of a target computer system. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2025
Big vendors back Linux Foundation agentic workflows project
Agntcy overlaps with MCP and Agent2Agent but adds proposed standards for a broader range of network layers in the still-emerging 'internet of agents.' Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2025
Maintel revenues flat in H1
Channel player provides update on how the first half of 2025 has gone, and the progress of its transformation efforts Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2025
M&A data storage integration challenges and how to tackle them
The need for efficiencies after mergers and acquisitions affects all IT operations. But data storage also raises issues around security, privacy and the reuse of data Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2025
Building digital resilience in retail
Retail is suffering economically and from hacking attacks. What steps can retailers can take to prevent cyber attacks, supply chain disruptions and migration downtime? Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2025
160K athenahealth providers eligible to go live on TEFCA
Athenahealth has made around 160,000 providers eligible to go live on TEFCA to advance nationwide interoperability, patient data access and clinical decision-making. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jul 2025
Stack Overflow on platform engineering, it's a people (not platform) thing first
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Peter O’Connor, senior director of engineering at Stack Overflow. Reminding us that platform engineering promises to tame ... Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2025
Logicalis targets APAC’s mid-market with ‘GSI quality’ services
The global technology service provider is banking on its ‘think global, act local’ strategy, a deep focus on application modernisation and security to differentiate itself in the region Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Jul 2025
How to do a self-hosted install of GitLab on Ubuntu 20
This Git tutorial demonstrates how to install GitLab on Ubuntu 20. With a GitLab server installed locally on Ubuntu, a developer can enjoy GitLab without the cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2025
Traditional vs. enterprise risk management: How do they differ?
Traditional risk management and enterprise risk management are similar in their aim to mitigate risks that can harm a company. But there are differences between them. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jul 2025
U.S. News unveils this year's best hospitals quality rankings
U.S. News has released its 2025-2026 Best Hospital Rankings, which the publication says is intended to help healthcare consumers learn more about their provider options. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2025
Top 12 IoT applications and examples in business
IoT applications span both industry-specific and universal use cases, delivering key benefits: reduced operational costs and improved productivity across organizations. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
How mobile firewalls protect against enterprise threats
Firewalls are an essential part of network security. As more employees use mobile devices for work, mobile firewalls are an increasingly vital security tool for organizations. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Intel to spin off networking business in cost-cutting gambit
In a familiar move, the semiconductor giant's Network and Edge unit will operate independently with Intel's backing. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Machine learning predicts appointment no-shows, late cancels
Machine learning can help predict appointment no-shows and late cancellations, helping clinics tailor their patient engagement and outreach strategies. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
Top 9 applications of IoT in healthcare
IoT in healthcare powers remote monitoring, telehealth, smart medication, mood tracking, safety compliance, robotic surgery and predictive maintenance for better care. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Domestic manufacturing policy emphasizes U.S. tech, products
Bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. might be a lofty goal for some products, but companies like Apple are making moves to source some components for products locally. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Jul 2025
Top 10 software myths debunked
Software myths abound in the IT industry. Here are the top 10 software devlepment myths and misconceptions, along with a full debunking of these mythical ideas. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Kioxia launches 245TB LC9, the biggest flash drive on the market
Japanese drive maker piles one card on top of another to produce 245.76TB E3.L drive, with lower capacity variants in 2.5in and E3.S formats, and claimed low energy use benefits Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jul 2025
Ultimo adds digital labor to org chart, EAM system
The EAM vendor is building out a digital workforce at 'light speed' to become an AI-first business. It also wants to help customers move in a similar direction. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Tesco IT problems lead to undelivered groceries and angry customers
Tesco customers have been left without groceries after IT problems disrupted deliveries from stores and fulfilment centres Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Jul 2025
2023 Java roadmap for developers
This 2023 Java roadmap for developers will help guide your path as you build the skills required to go from a beginner programmer to an advanced software developer. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Accelerated fibre deployments to take broadband tech spend to $20.1bn by 2028
Analysis shows growing broadband market optimism, reflecting stronger growth outlook to 2029 with increasing homes passed as cable and fibre ISPs ramp up DOCSIS 4.0 and deployment projects Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
Synthetic data vs. real data for predictive analytics
Synthetic data helps simulate rare events and meet privacy compliance, while real data preserves natural variability needed to evaluate models against unpredictable conditions. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jul 2025
How to become a bug bounty hunter
With the right strategy, tools and skills, software testers and security researchers can earn extra income as bug bounty hunters. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jul 2025
Top enterprise risk management certifications to consider
Certifications are essential to many careers. Here are some useful enterprise risk management certifications for risk managers, IT professionals and other workers. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Waystar makes $1.25B bet on AI for healthcare payments
Waystar has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Iodine Software, a $1.25 billion deal that seeks to empower healthcare payments with more AI capabilities. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
AIaaS adoption: What to overcome and how to succeed
Taking a thoughtful approach to AI as a service can ensure successful outcomes. Organizations need to know the why, what and how behind their AIaaS adoption strategies. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jul 2025
Coding with GenAI: How businesses can manage the process
Managing generative AI use across the software development cycle may mean mixing and matching relevant tools, metrics and approaches Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
Is cloud data backup and recovery right for you?
Still not sure if cloud data backup and recovery is the best choice for your organization? Here are six questions for IT managers to consider when making the move to cloud. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Stop AI bot traffic: Protecting your organization's website
As crawlers and bots bog down websites in the era of AI, some researchers say that the solution for the Internet's most vulnerable websites is already here. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Malicious implants are coming to AI components, applications
A red teamer is publishing research next month about how weaknesses in modern security products lay the groundwork for stealthy implants in AI-powered applications. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Human digital twins could give attackers a dangerous advantage
While this emerging impersonation technology offers many benefits, digital twins also have several drawbacks, including use in social engineering attacks. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
How to run Windows 365 on Mac
IT teams must be prepared to deliver Windows 365 Cloud PCs to all sorts of endpoints -- not just Windows desktops. Admins can take steps to facilitate this access on Mac desktops. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2025
What is SAP Fiori?
SAP Fiori is a design system that specifies how SAP business applications should look, feel and behave across desktop and mobile platforms. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2025
What is voice over LTE (VoLTE)?
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) is a digital packet technology that uses 4G Long-Term Evolution networks to route voice traffic and transmit data. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2025
What is a content delivery network?
A content delivery network (CDN), also called a content distribution network, is a group of geographically distributed and interconnected servers. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2025
What is ONOS (Open Network Operating System)?
ONOS (Open Network Operating System) is an OS designed to help network service providers build carrier-grade software-defined networks architected for high scalability, availability and performance. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Jul 2025
DLP and DSPM: Navigate policy challenges and quiet alert noise
As practitioners battle DLP policy inconsistency and alert fatigue, a wave of complementary DSPM deployments is coming. Learn how to get the most bang for your buck. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
European digital market figurehead pleads to Westminster
Big EU industry joins with Europhile MP to persuade obstinate government officials to join the dataspaces intended to become the bedrock of Europe’s digital single market Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Nokia lands connectivity deal for Medusa subsea cable system
Comms tech provider celebrates major win as part of transformative, open-access infrastructure connecting North Africa and Europe with high-capacity fibre links Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Jul 2025
A role for AI and people in software lifecycle management
Consider this common scenario: a line-of-business manager has a great idea and wants IT to provide a software platform to support the new business initiative. It’s another IT project on a growing ... Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jul 2025
Spinning the web of mutualistic technologies
An emerging network of mutualistic technologies will enable crucial contributions to support commercial opportunities Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Context: UK distribution shows strength in Q2
Second-quarter growth enjoyed by UK distributors was better than that experienced by continental counterparts Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Microsoft opens first Southeast Asia research lab
Microsoft Research Asia’s Singapore facility will pursue breakthroughs in domain-specific foundation models and agentic AI for sectors like healthcare and finance, aligning with the country’s AI strategy Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Data resilience critical as ransomware attacks target backups
With more threat actors targeting backup repositories to ensure a payday, Veeam urges organisations to treat data resilience as a competitive advantage, not just an insurance policy Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2025
Top business continuity risks to plan for and monitor
The key to mitigating business continuity risks is identifying them early. Here are 10 top risks concerning business continuity pros today. Is your organization ready for them? Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 Jul 2025
System.out in Java explained
New developers are often confused by the line of System.out.println() code they write when first introduced to Java. Here's a quick explanation of what System.out.println() means. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jul 2025
Five new Java features to start using now
Have you migrated to the latest LTS release of the JDK, yet? You should. These five new Java features will make you wonder how you ever survived a code review without them. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jul 2025
How to use JShell in Java
If you haven't used Java's JShell yet, you're missing out. Here's a quick Java and JShell tutorial to get you started. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jul 2025
How to remove Git submodules
There’s a lot of misinformation out there about how to remove a Git submodule. Follow these steps to delete Git submodules. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Jul 2025
Quick fix to Git's fatal 'unable to access SSL certificate' error
Here's a quick fix to the Git 'unable to access GitHub or GitLab' SSL certificate settings error when you attempt to clone from GitHub or GitLab. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Jul 2025
Hello World in Python vs Java
'Hello World' is a silly criterion to use when comparing programming languages. Yet here we are, comparing 'Hello World' in Java vs Python. We'll let you judge the winner. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
News brief: SharePoint attacks hammer globe
Check out the latest security news from the Informa TechTarget team. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Commvault to acquire Satori Cyber for GenAI data security
Satori Cyber, the third acquisition eyed by data backup vendor Commvault in less than two years, would add security technologies for generative AI to Commvault's platform. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
How to evaluate LLMs for enterprise use cases
What defines success is business value -- not just benchmark scores. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Intel cuts spending, eyes data center recovery after mixed Q2
CEO Lip-Bu Tan says the company's layoff plan is mostly complete as Intel tries to rebound after financial woes in recent years. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
What the cloud shared responsibility model requires of you
The shared responsibility model is an integral part of managing any cloud infrastructure. Review your cloud deployment today to ensure your business fulfills its responsibilities. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
How to discover and manage shadow APIs
Connecting applications, especially if external-facing, with unapproved APIs is a recipe for disaster. Detecting and managing shadow APIs is vital to keeping the company secure. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Orange Belgium, Proximus ink memorandum of understanding to expand Wallonia gigabit access
Belgian operators plan to join forces and deploy accessible fibre to the home, with the intended partnership to benefit nearly 1.4 million residences and businesses in more medium-low populated areas Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2025
How AI is affecting the job market and how workers can adapt
AI is rapidly transforming the job market, automating entry-level positions while creating new roles. This complex shift affects workers, businesses and the economy. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2025
Scam baiting explained: The internet's war on scammers
Scam baiting flips the script on digital scammers by deliberately engaging with and frustrating them. This growing practice uses social engineering as a tool against online scams. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
How to implement security control rationalization
Security control rationalization helps CISOs reduce cybersecurity tool sprawl, cut spending and improve efficiency -- all without compromising protection. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Abnormal AI seeks to widen channel base
Security player is keen to deepen existing relationships and work with fresh partners to extend its reach in the UK and beyond Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
8 ways ERP software can improve customer service
By integrating sales, inventory and shipping data, ERP software helps companies avoid delays and stockouts. Learn more about how ERP software enables better customer service. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Westcoast, Exertis, TD Synnex, Orange Cyberdefense, Iomart, Source Code Control and Pentest People Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
Static and dynamic code analysis: Complementary techniques
While every programmer wants to deliver high-performing, secure, bug-free and compliant code on the first try, that's not possible. Effective code analysis techniques will help. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2025
What is a talent pool?
A talent pool is a database of job candidates who have the potential to meet an organization's immediate and long-term needs. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Jul 2025
The UK’s ransomware payment ban is a strategic win
The UK's proposed public sector ransomware payment ban could be a bold step, but it can't operate in isolation. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
FDA regulatory gaps fuel unsafe compounded GLP-1 drugs
Regulatory loopholes let compounders mass-produce untested GLP-1 drug knock-offs under the guise of personalization, prompting urgent FDA action to ensure patient safety. Continue Reading
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Infographic
25 Jul 2025
By the numbers: How upskilling fills the IT skills gap
IT leaders should not underplay the impact of the IT skills gap. Over 90% of organizations worldwide will feel the pain of the gap by 2026, amounting to $5.5 trillion in losses. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2025
The emerging network of mutualistic technologies
Four major technologies are advancing large investments – and not only will these open new opportunities and applications, but each seem set to act as an enabler for the other technologies’ applications Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Software-defined vehicles drive next-gen auto architectures
Research highlights trend in automotive industry towards software-defined vehicles where functionality, user experience and monetisation opportunities are governed increasingly by software rather than hardware Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Post Office will not compensate subpostmasters for IT outage
Subpostmasters were unable to trade for nearly two hours last week when a problem at a Fujitsu datacentre put the Horizon system offline, but they will receive no payment for lost business Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2025
Data, digital receipts and demanding customers
More UK retailers are switching from paper to digital receipts, but what are the benefits and challenges, and what are the tech implications? Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Interview: Cambridge Consultants CEO Monty Barlow scans for tech surprises
Cambridge Consultants is a technology and consulting business unit of Capgemini. Its chief executive, Monty Barlow, talks about its heritage and vision for the future of digital technology Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Why the Middle East is winning the quantum race
While Europe debates quantum cyber security policies, the UAE has implemented quantum-resistant algorithm requirements, offering crucial lessons for organisations preparing for the post-quantum era Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Viasat hails ‘revolution’ for global satellite IoT
Satellite communications firm launches its next-generation internet of things connectivity service, which it says is set to revolutionise global IoT capabilities with two-way messaging connectivity Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2025
Fujitsu to cut at least 100 more UK staff
Some Fujitsu employees feel they are suffering for the actions of the company’s management in the Post Office scandal Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Jul 2025
Platform engineering - Anaconda: It’s a journey, not a destination
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Ken Thompson in his capacity as VP of engineering at Anaconda. Thompson writes in full as follows… Organisations are ... Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jul 2025
11 IoT security challenges and how to overcome them
While influential and beneficial, IoT introduces several security challenges, from device discovery and patching to access control and cyberattacks. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Jul 2025
AWS Solutions Architect Professional Exam Topics & Practice Tests
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional certification exam, exam code SAP-C02, validates advanced architecture expertise on the AWS Cloud for practitioners who already design and ... Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2025
Aidoc gets $150M to support AI foundation model development
The health AI company plans to use the new funds to continue developing its CARE foundation model and aiOS clinical AI operating platform. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2025
Trump's fossil-fueled AI Action Plan pushes deregulation
The Trump administration's AI Action Plan and executive orders include deregulation that would fast-track data center and chip buildouts while boosting the power grid. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Jul 2025
How to format a Java String with printf example
The Java String printf method makes adding and formatting text incredibly easy. In this quick tutorial, you'll learn by example how to format, justify, pad and case output printed with Java's ... Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2025
Digital literacy vs. digital fluency: Learn the differences
Business and IT leaders alike need their workers to develop digital capabilities. Here are some terms that can help convey that need. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2025
Top 10 examples and use cases of IoT in manufacturing
Industrial IoT enables real-time automated decision-making in manufacturing, transforming operations using predictive maintenance and digital twins for greater efficiency. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2025
IoT data visualization: Tips and challenges
IoT data visualization can help organizations turn raw sensor data into business intelligence that drives innovation, but the process comes with its challenges and pitfalls. Continue Reading
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Video
24 Jul 2025
An explanation of telecommunications
Telecommunications is the electronic exchange of information across distances -- encompassing voice, data and video transmission -- to form global communication networks. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jul 2025
What is SAP Planned Delivery Time (PDT)?
SAP Planned Delivery Time (PDT) is the estimated number of calendar days it takes for a company to receive materials or goods from an external vendor after placing a purchase order. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2025
Top tips for analyzing cost of cloud storage
Avoid budget overruns and maximize your cloud investment with regular cloud storage cost analysis. Keep an eye out for hidden costs such as egress fees. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2025
How Salesforce deploys its AI agents internally
Is 30% to 50% of the work at Salesforce really done by AI, as CEO Marc Benioff claimed? We put that question to the company's chief digital officer. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2025
US seeks ‘unquestioned’ AI dominance
US AI action plan sets out aims to expand American dominance in the world of artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Jul 2025
How to pass the AWS Machine Learning Specialty exam
https://youtu.be/ZYRYaPtL4WE When I prepared for my AWS Machine Learning Specialty certification, I did not just want to pass, but I wanted to walk into the exam room knowing exactly what to ... Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2025
Medicare telehealth use: High satisfaction, low future interest
A federal report details the latest telehealth use trends within the Medicare program, showing high satisfaction with the services, but lower interest in continued access to telehealth. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jul 2025
What is a mobile operating system?
A mobile operating system (OS) is software that enables smartphones, tablets and other devices to run applications and programs. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2025
Insomnia vs. Postman: Comparing API management tools
Insomnia has a streamlined interface and focus. Postman has extensive features for end-to-end development. Choosing comes down to the team's needs and the project's complexity. Continue Reading