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10 Things Every CIO Must Know about Their Data Centers

Data Center Knowledge

While data centers aren’t necessarily something CIOs think about on a daily basis, there are some essential things every executive in this role must know about their organization’s data center operations. Read More.

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Lords to probe ethics of artificial intelligence

Computer Weekly

The House of Lords Select Committee on artificial intelligence has issued a call for evidence as it looks into the ethical, social and economic impact of the technology

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INSA and AFCEA Fourth Annual Intel Summit 7-8 Sep: Registration now open!

CTOvision

Editor’s note: We are proud to spread the word of this fantastic event coordinated by friends and associates at AFCEA and INSA. – bg Innovation is essential to the Intelligence Community’s strategic advantage, a key theme of the Summit on September 6-7 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C. AFCEA International and the […].

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What Can VoIP Do for Your Business?

IT Toolbox

Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP as it's better known, allows computer users and enterprises to make and receive calls over the internet. This technology has many benefits. Here are some of them. Easy to Install.

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Generative AI Deep Dive: Advancing from Proof of Concept to Production

Speaker: Maher Hanafi, VP of Engineering at Betterworks & Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage

Executive leaders and board members are pushing their teams to adopt Generative AI to gain a competitive edge, save money, and otherwise take advantage of the promise of this new era of artificial intelligence. There's no question that it is challenging to figure out where to focus and how to advance when it’s a new field that is evolving everyday. 💡 This new webinar featuring Maher Hanafi, CTO of Betterworks, will explore a practical framework to transform Generative AI prototypes into

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You Can Now Earn a Bachelors in Data Center Facilities Engineering

Data Center Knowledge

Degree program in Irish university developed after lengthy consultations with Google, Facebook, Microsoft Read More.

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Devil’s Ivy a call to action on IoT security

Computer Weekly

The discovery of a security flaw in an open source third-party code library that could allow attackers to access and hijack devices underlines the need for a greater focus IoT security, say experts

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Tips on How to Protect your Internet of Things Devices against Malware

IT Toolbox

Here, we are going to discuss how to protect our Internet of Things devices against malware, as a large number of them is already infected, generally speaking.

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One Click and Voilà, Your Entire Data Center is Encrypted

Data Center Knowledge

IBM says its new encryption engine will allow users to encrypt all data in their databases, applications, and cloud services with no performance hit. Read More.

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Data takes to the road - the technology behind the Tour de France

Computer Weekly

The world's greatest cycle race is transforming its relationship with fans thanks to internet of things, data analytics and machine learning technologies

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Worried about ransomware? Here are 3 things IT leaders need to know before the next big outbreak

Tech Republic Security

It's only a matter of time before another WannaCry-style ransomware outbreak, but you don't have to be a victim. Here's what IT leaders need to know in order to safeguard themselves and their users.

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Reimagining Cybersecurity Training: Driving Real Impact on Security Culture

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They say a defense can be measured by its weakest link. In your cybersecurity posture, what––or who––is the weakest link? And how can you make them stronger? This webinar will equip you with the resources to search for quality training, implement it, and improve the cyber-behaviors of your workforce. By the end of the hour, you will feel empowered to improve the aspects of your security posture you control the least – the situational awareness and decision-making of your workforce.

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What Makes Some IP Phones Better Than Others?

IT Toolbox

All IP phones aren’t created equal. Vendors and resellers that sell IP phones may overuse this cliché, but it’s still a true statement. As time passes and cloud-based voice over IP (VoIP)/unified communications (UC) services continue to grow, IP phones have become easier to use, more application friendly, and more cost-effective.

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Quantum Computing Could Make Today’s Encryption Obsolete

Data Center Knowledge

Private cyber criminals won't get their hands on quantum computing tools any time soon, but governments will. Read More.

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The challenge of our era - digital transformation at Allianz

Computer Weekly

The insurance firm wants to become "digital by default" and its CIO explains the vital role DevOps and cloud play in its change programme

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What’s The Best Device For Your Workplace: Laptop, Tablet, Or Mobile Phone?

The Accidental Successful CIO

There are many choices, which device should a CIO choose? Image Credit: thrivingmom. You know, it really was not all that long ago that when we got ready for work we just grabbed our lunch and headed out the door. We knew that when we got to work our desktop computer would be sitting there ready for us to start to use it. Over time things have changed.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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7 Reasons On-Premises Solutions Are Losing to the Cloud

IT Toolbox

It’s clear: The cloud is winning. You could disagree with me, but this post explores the top seven reasons the cloud is beginning to separate itself from on-premises private branch exchange (PBX) solutions. Much has been written about the topic, and many vendors, resellers, and even end users have strong opinions on one side or the other.

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Google’s Quantum Computing Push Opens New Front in Cloud Battle

Data Center Knowledge

Company offers early access to its machines over the internet; IBM began quantum computing cloud service earlier this year Read More.

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Blockchain no longer held to ransom as business adoption increases

Computer Weekly

The blockchain digital ledger technology that came to prominence with bitcoin is beginning to find uses in and beyond finance, including for urban cycling scheme Buzzbike

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How blockchain could revolutionize IoT security

Tech Republic Security

There may be a way to secure processing-starved IoT devices by using a new approach to blockchain. Read about researchers' proposal.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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VoIP and the Future of the Service Desk

IT Toolbox

Voice over IP (VoIP) technology is part of the future of the corporate service desk as more of these platforms head to the cloud and the centralized call centers of old give way to more remote workers answering service desk calls. You may know the service desk as the help desk or call center depending on your organization. These platforms benefit from VoIP because of its efficiency and flexibility.

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Making Security a Priority in Connected Cars

Data Center Knowledge

The threats to connected cars have been made clear, but the Herculean task now at hand is implementing top-level security practices under time-sensitive and high-pressure conditions. Read More.

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WannaCry has changed attitudes to cyber security, surveys show

Computer Weekly

Attitudes to cyber security have changed in the boardroom and among staff in the wake of the recent WannaCry attack, two surveys have revealed

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The 3 most in-demand cybersecurity jobs of 2017

Tech Republic Security

Amid a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals, here are the three positions in the field that companies are seeking out the most, according to tech staffing firm Mondo.

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Get Better Network Graphs & Save Analysts Time

Many organizations today are unlocking the power of their data by using graph databases to feed downstream analytics, enahance visualizations, and more. Yet, when different graph nodes represent the same entity, graphs get messy. Watch this essential video with Senzing CEO Jeff Jonas on how adding entity resolution to a graph database condenses network graphs to improve analytics and save your analysts time.

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The Pros and Cons of DIY Home Security Systems

IT Toolbox

DIY home security systems are all the rage at the moment and everyone seems to be jumping on the bandwagon. Recent advances in technology have made it possible for virtually anyone to enjoy professional home security with minimal installation costs. However, DIY home security systems are still far from perfect and have their fair share of drawbacks.

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Cyberattack on Medical Software Shows Industry Vulnerability

Data Center Knowledge

Hospitals are among most frequently targeted, KPMG says; Nuance’s transcription service still affected weeks later Read More.

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Research from Ponemon Institute highlights lack of confidence in public sector IT

Computer Weekly

IT decision makers in the public sector say they struggle with IT operations, reveals study by the Ponemon Institute

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Google says AI will help run datacenters in the near future

Tech Republic Data Center

Machine-learning systems will rapidly become part and parcel of running large datacenters says Google's VP of engineering.

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7 Pitfalls for Apache Cassandra in Production

Apache Cassandra is an open-source distributed database that boasts an architecture that delivers high scalability, near 100% availability, and powerful read-and-write performance required for many data-heavy use cases. However, many developers and administrators who are new to this NoSQL database often encounter several challenges that can impact its performance.

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Can Unstructured Data Boost Public Policy?

IT Toolbox

In recent years, researchers have begun to understand the enormous potential this information holds for helping governments make important policy decisions.

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Big Data Technology: In-House vs Outsource

Data Center Knowledge

Eldar Sadikov is the Co-founder and CEO of Jetlore. For retailers, the specter of big data is one that is constantly looming. Companies are working hard delving into the omni-channel arms race as they try to fend off behemoths like Amazon.

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Higher education and healthcare use specialist CRM in all but name

Computer Weekly

Customer relationship management software may be targeted at businesses, but the healthcare and higher education industries have redefined it to gain better insight into their users

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Gallery: 10 free backup applications to help you prevent disaster

Tech Republic Security

Hardware can fail and malware happens to the best of us. Don't be caught without the ability to restore a computer: Use one of these 10 free backup programs instead.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.