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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
12 Dec 2024
Lawmakers join calls for extension of telehealth flexibilities
Following calls from industry groups and healthcare organizations, lawmakers are urging Congress to extend pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities, set to expire on Dec. 31, 2024. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Dec 2024
Data engineering - Eve: Making a case for transformed unstructured data with LLM-power
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by legal AI agent software company Eve co-founder and chief product officer Matt Noe. Eve is the first personalised AI tool ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Dec 2024
Here comes the government’s Data Bill - again
In the past three years the government has proposed three different data bills - but the latest one looks like it might actually make it into law Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Dec 2024
Data: The reindeer pulling AI's sleigh
On the Ninth Day of AI, we explore the critical role data plays in AI implementation and the key steps business leaders must take to prepare their data for a successful AI future. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2024
Aqua Security warns of significant risks in Prometheus stack
The cloud security vendor called on Prometheus to provide users with additional safeguards to protect against misconfigurations discovered in the open source monitoring tool. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Dec 2024
How to calculate cloud migration costs
It's important to calculate the total cost of a cloud migration before making the move. Heer's how to compare your on-premises expenses to what you'll spend on the migration. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Dec 2024
Google Cloud Platform: Key storage options in the Google Cloud
We survey the key cloud storage offers available from GCP, which include Cloud Storage, Persistent Disk and Filestore, with a range of service levels and app-specific options Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Dec 2024
Grid Dynamics creates developer portal
Product engineering company Grid Dynamics has launched a developer portal that is intended to act as a self-service system designed to streamline the software development lifecycle (SDLC). It ... Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2024
Post Office scandal in 2024 – part 2: Capture, the prequel
Users of the Post Office’s Capture system had similar experiences to those who struggled with the Horizon system, which came later, but their stories are only just coming out now Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
How AI agents are the next wave of generative technology
As agentic technology grows more popular, some are optimistic about what appears to be the next phase of AI. However, there are concerns about the tasks agents are doing. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Dec 2024
3 cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Will service as software, agentic cybersecurity and automated remediation reach their potential in 2025? Read up on what analyst Tyler Shields has to say. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Dec 2024
What is days sales outstanding (DSO)?
Days sales outstanding (DSO) measures the average time it takes a business to collect payments after a sale. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Dec 2024
Compare PyTorch vs. TensorFlow for AI and machine learning
PyTorch and TensorFlow are both dependable open source frameworks for AI and machine learning. Deciding which to use for your project comes down to your use case and priorities. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Dec 2024
FTC's Click to Cancel movement likely here to stay
The FTC's Click to Cancel plan has staying power because numerous states are involved in the movement. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Dec 2024
OpenAI o1 explained: Everything you need to know
OpenAI's o1 models, launched in December 2024, enhance reasoning in AI and excel in complex tasks, such as generating and debugging code. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
OCR settles with Inmediata Health over HIPAA violations
Inmediata Health paid $250K to OCR to settle potential HIPAA violations relating to a breach in which PHI was made publicly available online. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Russia focuses cyber attacks on Ukraine rather than West despite rising tension
Computer Weekly talks to GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre operations director Paul Chichester and former NCSC chief executive Ciaran Martin on Russia, China and Salt Typhoon Continue Reading
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Answer
11 Dec 2024
Power Pages vs. Power Apps: What's the difference?
Power Pages creates custom websites and portals for different audiences and vendors, while Power Apps specializes in in-house app creation to meet an organization's needs. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
ARPA-H awards startup $3 million for home preeclampsia test
Gravidas Diagnostics received $3 million from ARPA-H to develop a home fingerstick preeclampsia test that detects sFlt‐1 levels in the bloodstream using a colorimetric assay. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Managed security services set for growth in 2025
Predictions from channel player Infinigate include an expectation that MSSPs will continue to be in strong demand Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Police not ruling any person or crime out of Post Office scandal investigation
Metropolitan Police provides update on Operation Olympos, its national investigation into potential criminality in the Post Office Horizon scandal Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Devs get first look at next Google Gemini model
Google Gemini 2.0 Flash makes its first appearance in Google developer tools, boasting updated multimodal features and fresh training for agentic workflows. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Okta progressing with partner-first strategy
Identity player shares progress update a couple of months after it went all-in with the channel Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Dec 2024
Happy New Year: Three steps to maximise AI’s ROI in 2025
On the Eighth Day of AI, we explore the key considerations and strategic frameworks essential for extracting maximum value from AI projects. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Dec 2024
What is Google Cloud?
Google Cloud is a suite of public cloud computing services offered by Google. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Dec 2024
Top 29 IoT interview questions and answers for 2025
Do you or a job candidate have what it takes to meet the demands of IoT? Find out with our 29 questions and answers on planning, deploying and maintaining the internet of things. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Reddit, OpenAI challenge Google with new releases
The social news platform introduced a new AI search tool for users that will push users directly to its platform. Meanwhile, the ChatGPT maker's Sora rivals Veo. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Microsoft shares details of plans to reduce water usage of AI datacentres
Microsoft has released details of the latest initiative to minimise the environmental footprint of its datacentres Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Dec 2024
What is explainable AI?
Explainable AI (XAI) is artificial intelligence (AI) programmed to describe its purpose, rationale and decision-making process in a way that the average person can understand. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Hospital finances remain stable amid rising supply costs
Hospital finances remained stable in October, according to Kaufman Hall, with increased outpatient revenue and daily discharges helping to offset rising supply costs. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Google demos next-gen error correction with Willow quantum tech
Willow represents Google’s latest development in its goal to produce quantum computing that can scale beyond error limits Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
IaaS firm uses Pure Storage as a service for ‘virtual datacentres’
Espresso Gridpoint moved from largely NetApp to Pure Storage FlashBlade file and object for its ‘virtual datacentres’ business model that offers VMware, Hyper-V and ProxMox VMs Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Dec 2024
What is an AI assistant?
An AI assistant, or digital assistant, is software that uses artificial intelligence to understand natural language voice commands and complete tasks for the user. Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Freshworks rides Asia’s digital wave
The enterprise software firm’s exponential growth in the region is driven by demand for streamlined customer and employee experiences by its mid-market customers Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Aerospike adds new vector search capabilities to database
With vector search a critical component of AI development, the vendor's latest vector search and storage capabilities target simplifying data discovery for training AI tools. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
11 Dec 2024
Cohesity Veritas 'combination' galvanises data protection grade
Cohesity has completed its “combination” with Veritas’ enterprise data protection business. The company now claims to be the world’s largest data protection software provider by market share, ... Continue Reading
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News
11 Dec 2024
Post Office scandal in 2024 – part 1: A year in the mainstream
Read this year’s 10 most read Computer Weekly articles about the Post Office Horizon IT scandal Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
December Patch Tuesday shuts down Windows zero-day
Microsoft addresses 72 vulnerabilities, including 17 rated critical. Administrators should focus on patching the Windows OS to stop a flaw that has been exploited in the wild. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is Secure Digital Extended Capacity card (SDXC)?
A Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) card is a very small flash memory card that has greater storage capacity than the original SD (Secure Digital) memory cards. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is memory management in a computer environment?
Memory management is the process of controlling and coordinating a computer's main memory. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
StorMagic SvHCI 2.0 eases VM migration
Six months after the initial release, StorMagic SvHCI is adding features to make it an attractive alternative to VMware at the edge. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2024
Webhook security: Risks and best practices for mitigation
Webhook security is an ongoing process, with responsibility shared between providers and consumers to protect against threats and ensure a secure webhook ecosystem. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Dangerous CLFS and LDAP flaws stand out on Patch Tuesday
Microsoft has fixed over 70 CVEs in its final Patch Tuesday update of the year, and defenders should prioritise a zero-day in the Common Log File System Driver, and another impactful flaw in the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Citrix NetScaler devices targeted in brute force campaign
Citrix advised NetScaler customers to ensure that their devices are fully updated and properly configured to defend against the recent spike in brute force attacks. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Cohesity completes acquisition of Veritas
The combined Cohesity company boasts more than 12,000 customers and promises support for existing Veritas products. Arctera, a Veritas spinoff, launches in the wake of the merger. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Dec 2024
Prepare your business for natural disasters with this checklist
Protect your business and employees from a natural disaster with this preparedness checklist. Plan ahead with safety protocols, emergency supplies, and training to minimize risks. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2024
The top 15 event marketing tools
Marketers rely on a combination of tools, such as CRM systems and marketing automation platforms, to manage events. Top tools include Salesforce, ActiveCampaign and Eventbrite. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Microsoft enhanced Recall security, but will it be enough?
Microsoft's controversial Recall feature began rolling out to certain Windows Insiders with Copilot+ PCs in November, with more expected to participate this month. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
iOS vuln leaves user data dangerously exposed
Jamf threat researchers detail an exploit chain for a recently patched iOS vulnerability that enables a threat actor to steal sensitive data, warning that many organisations are still neglecting mobile updates Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Dec 2024
2025 life sciences industry outlook: What's next?
A 2025 life sciences industry outlook report identifies several focus areas, including digital transformation, competitive pressures, business volatility and evolving customer needs. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Dec 2024
Opening up mainframe data, one utility at a time
Freeform Dynamics recently caught up with VirtualZ, an often overlooked vendor of connectivity tools that bridge the gap between the mainframe, cloud and on-premise IT platform worlds. The more we ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Dec 2024
Defending against cyber grinches: AI for enhanced security
On the Seventh Day of AI, Defending against cyber grinches: AI for enhanced security, we explore the double-edged sword of AI in cybersecurity and how businesses can protect themselves against the cyber grinches. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Dec 2024
The business case for AI-driven network orchestration
Organizations that are considering AI-driven network orchestration will find it has many business cases -- chief among them are reduced Opex and efficient resource use. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is incremental innovation?
Incremental innovation is a series of small improvements or upgrades made to a company's existing products, services, processes or methods. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Acceldata unveils AI-powered data observability tools
The vendor's update includes features such as error detection with root cause analysis and schema reconciliation that use AI to automate finding and fixing data integrity problems. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is a stream cipher?
A stream cipher is an encryption method in which data is encrypted one byte at a time. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is a block cipher?
A block cipher is a method of encrypting data in blocks to produce ciphertext using a cryptographic key and algorithm. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is system software?
System software is a type of computer program designed to run a computer's hardware and application programs. Thinking of the computer system as a layered model, the system software is the interface between the hardware and user applications. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Dec 2024
What is a web server?
A web server is software and hardware that uses HTTP and other protocols to respond to client requests made over the World Wide Web. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Dec 2024
How research can guide efforts to close the digital divide
Research shows that the digital divide hinders digital healthcare access among Latino patients, highlighting the need for targeted solutions to tackle technology challenges. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
UK police continue to hold millions of custody images unlawfully
Annual report from the biometrics and surveillance camera commissioner of England and Wales highlights the ongoing and unlawful retention millions of custody images of innocent people never charged with a crime by police Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Government launches £100m innovation fund for public service reform
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster calls on Whitehall to adopt a ‘test-and-learn’ culture and pledges to make government ‘more like a startup’ Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Node4 ushers in fresh CEO to drive MSP’s growth
After more than two decades leading from the front, Node4’s founder and CEO is stepping back as the business starts a fresh chapter Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Dec 2024
Xiaomi 14T Pro smartphone review
In keeping with my end-of-year tablet update, I dovetailed my recent embrace of the Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro with the chance to get hold of the Xiaomi 14T Pro. Having been using the same smartphone for ... Continue Reading
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Podcast
10 Dec 2024
Moveworks uses AI to grow its employee automation platform
The vendor started in 2019 with the early Google BERT language model. It later used GPT-2 for synthetic data generation. Now, it provides agentic AI-building capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
DWP ‘fairness analysis’ reveals bias in AI fraud detection system
Information about people’s age, disability, marital status and nationality influences decisions to investigate benefit claims for fraud, but the Department for Work and Pensions says there are ‘no immediate concerns of unfair treatment’ Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
MSP specialists plugging security gaps
A few weeks after Kaseya sealed the addition of SaaS Alerts, the security player’s CEO details what it will mean for the vendor’s managed service community Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Nvidia investigation signals widening of US and China chip war
The Biden administration has expanded sanctions to prevent China extending its AI capabilities – now, China is going after Nvidia Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Top IT predictions in APAC in 2025
Enterprises across the Asia-Pacific region are expected to focus on securing their AI workloads, invest in energy efficient infrastructure and rethink their platform strategy, among other tech trends in the new year Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Starlink traffic continues to skyrocket
Connectivity cloud company’s 2024 Year in Review shows rapid growth of SpaceX services and mobile connectivity Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Dec 2024
Scaling success: Embedding diversity in policy decisions to drive sustainable growth
Improving diversity in UK tech and science scaleups is not only a strategic imperative but is vital to drive future growth Continue Reading
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News
10 Dec 2024
Controversial Horizon system to remain in Post Office branches as part of tech ‘fusion’, says source
A source says the Post Office is set to buy the Horizon system from Fujitsu and combine it with both in-house developed and commercially available software Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2024
NCSC boss calls for ‘sustained vigilance’ in an aggressive world
Richard Horne, the CEO of NCSC, echoed wider warnings about the growing number and severity of cyber threats facing the UK as he launched the security body’s eighth annual report. Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2024
CIO interview: Steve O’Connor, Aston Martin
Skills gaps, electrification and customisation driving need for change, says Aston Martin CIO Steve O’Connor Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Dec 2024
Data engineering - Hasura: Defeating the data doom loop with supergraph architecture
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Ken Stott in his role as field CTO at Hasura. Hasura is known for its GraphQL platform which is designed to provide data ... Continue Reading
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E-Zine
10 Dec 2024
On the road to change at Aston Martin
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the CIO at luxury car maker Aston Martin to find out how technology is helping tackle the huge challenges facing the automotive sector. The new National Cyber Security boss explains why organisations need to be extra vigilant against the growing online threats. And we examine the future of secure remote connectivity in the cloud era. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2024
A list of the most popular MOOCs to consider in 2025
Massive open online courses help learners across the globe acquire new skills, brush up on their professional skills and pursue credentials. Explore some favorite platforms. Continue Reading
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Report
09 Dec 2024
TechTarget Storage Products of the Year nomination form
Nominate your favorite or best storage products for the annual TechTarget Storage Products of the Year awards. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2024
6 steps to fix a black screen on a Windows 11 remote desktop
Remote desktops are a common technology to provide access to Windows systems, but these types of desktops are susceptible to errors such a full black screen. Learn how to fix this. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
AWS partners cite boost from GenAI, online selling updates
The ability to build industry offerings on Amazon Nova, easier online selling and accelerated application modernization intrigued partners at AWS re:Invent 2024. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Attackers exploit vulnerability in Cleo file transfer software
Cleo disclosed and patched the remote code execution vulnerability in late October, but managed file transfer products have proved to be popular targets for threat actors. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2024
Comparing Microsoft 365 Copilot vs. GitHub Copilot
There are significant differences between the various Copilots Microsoft has brought to market. Find out details about two of the most significant copilots. Continue Reading
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Podcast
09 Dec 2024
Regulating and monitoring the online GLP-1 market
The booming GLP-1 market is transforming healthcare while raising regulatory concerns, with efforts underway to ensure safety in the online space. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Dec 2024
In 2025: Identities conquer, and hopefully unite
From Covid-19 to war in Ukraine, SolarWinds Sunburst, Kaseya, Log4j, MOVEit and more, the past five years brought cyber to mainstream attention, but what comes next? The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank looks ahead to the second half of the 2020s Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Dec 2024
AI and cloud: The perfect pair to scale your business in 2025
On the Sixth Day of AI, we explore how leveraging AI and cloud can enhance business performance and shares tips for successful implementation. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
09 Dec 2024
How to use Time Machine to back up your Mac
Mac Time Machine backup is a useful tool for small businesses. It does not support cloud targets, but has a user-friendly interface and simple scheduling options for basic backups. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Dec 2024
Could the AI era open a new frontier for object storage?
Object storage has seen a steady progression over the years. Explore this evolution and several products that seek to capitalize on its performance, specifically for AI. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Atrium Health notifies 586K of past tracking tech use
Atrium Health reported a healthcare data breach to OCR after discovering that it had used online tracking tech within its patient portal between 2015 and 2019. Continue Reading
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Answer
09 Dec 2024
What are the 5 types of network management?
Despite the changes in how organizations optimize network performance, the five foundational elements of network management -- also known as FCAPS -- remain the same. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Dec 2024
Investigating how GenAI can support clinical decision-making
With the rapid expansion of medical knowledge, clinicians must spend significant time and effort to stay abreast of advances in their field. Can AI help? Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Dec 2024
Top 7 data preparation challenges and how to overcome them
Data preparation is a crucial but complex part of analytics applications. Don't let seven common challenges send your data prep processes off track. Continue Reading
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Video
09 Dec 2024
Watch an example of continuous integration
CI/CD pipelines keep mistakes out of production. Here's how continuous integration workflows work and why we need them. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Security, cloud and commercial inkjet driving print channel growth
Kyocera has shared its expectations for the year ahead, pointing its channel partners in the direction of areas where there should be high levels of activity Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Alteryx names new CEO amid ongoing change
A year after getting acquired by private equity firms amid declining revenue growth and a slow transition to the cloud, the longtime data management vendor has a new leader. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Dec 2024
What is user authentication?
User authentication refers to the process of verifying the identity of a user attempting to gain access to a computer network, system or device. This process runs in the background and can be done through different means, such as asking the user to enter a password, provide a PIN or provide a fingerprint. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Dec 2024
What is a session key?
A session key is an encryption and decryption key that is randomly generated to ensure the security of a communications session between a user and another computer or between two computers. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Dec 2024
What is cipher block chaining (CBC)?
Cipher block chaining (CBC) is a mode of operation for a block cipher -- one in which a sequence of bits are encrypted as a single unit, or block, with a cipher key applied to the entire block. Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Interview: Dave Moyes, information and digital systems partner, SimpsonHaugh Architects
Architecture relies on creativity, innovation and design – and increasingly, it is data-driven, digital and about to be shaken up by the growth of AI Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Inside Prudential’s AI strategy
Prudential is leveraging AI across its operations, from enhancing customer interactions and streamlining internal processes to empowering its workforce through upskilling initiatives Continue Reading
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News
09 Dec 2024
Bahrain faces legal action after planting Pegasus spyware on UK blogger
A court has given the go-ahead to UK-based blogger Yusuf Al-Jamri to seek damages from the Kingdom of Bahrain after it deployed spyware from Israel’s NSO Group to hack his phone Continue Reading