Windows File Management
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Tip
06 Mar 2023
How to upload and download files with PowerShell FTP script
By using the .NET WebClient class and PowerShell, Windows admins can upload and download files to FTP. Review the general process and corresponding examples to get started. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Feb 2023
25 basic PowerShell commands for Windows administrators
Getting started with PowerShell or just need a quick refresher? This tip lists the most common PowerShell commands, with details on when to use them. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
The first quarter is coming to its end, but the need for expertise and experience continues across the industry Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Mar 2023
How to prepare for the next version of Exchange Server
The Exchange Server roadmap charts several twists and turns that shows Microsoft deviating from its typical course with the server-based email platform. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
VMware enhances partner programme
Vendor looks to encourage its channel to cover the entire customer lifecycle, with more rewards and certifications Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Mar 2023
Preventing Crime not meeting Political Targets - A review of the MPS Turnaround Plan
Respond by the end of March if you live or work in London and believe that the primary objective of policing is the prevention of time not the meeting of targets as proxies for delivering political ... Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Mar 2023
SaaS backup vendors diversify approach as adoption grows
Backup vendors are expanding coverage and introducing new methods to back up SaaS data as IT departments contend with ever-growing adoption and user demands. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
NatWest announces ID service for its customers
The identities of NatWest customers engaging with businesses online can be confirmed by the bank's ID service in seconds Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Mar 2023
Will data centers become obsolete?
Many organizations want to simplify or scale down their data centers -- but they won't disappear. Admins can examine as-a-service options and cloud to offload some applications. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Mar 2023
Configure NIC teaming in Windows Server
NIC teaming maximizes network bandwidth and provides redundancy benefits. These steps guide users through NIC teaming configuration in Windows Server with GUI and PowerShell. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Mar 2023
Compare SharePoint Syntex disadvantages and benefits
Microsoft promotes its SharePoint content AI services -- Syntex -- as a way to streamline content management in a cost-effective way. Yet, the service is new and has challenges. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
Ofcom extends time on BT wholesale broadband tariff probe
UK comms regulator to take a further two months to assess whether a regulatory green light for new wholesale pricing from ultrafast broadband market leader threatens competitiveness of UK gigabit sector Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
Government should invest in maritime tech, say MPs
Report from the Transport Committee calls for investment in technology for the maritime sector, and wants the government to make it easier to scale-up innovation Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
BBC cracks down on TikTok after review
The BBC is asking staff not to install TikTok on corporate-owned devices without a justified business purpose, although its use will still be allowed to share media content with its audiences Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Mar 2023
Auto-tech series: HashiCorp - Automation & the multiverse of machine madness
Continuing this series of technology platform analyses examining the universe of automation tools and services now being brought to bear across every transept of the software application ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Mar 2023
Half A Rack In Half A Day: Building A Private Cloud
Having entered my 39th (gulp!) year in IT, it’s fair to say I’ve had to endure more than my fair share of IT hype and BS. Many are the times at live events I’ve done a tally chart on the number of ... Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2023
Inside AIA’s cloud adoption journey
The Hong Kong-based multinational insurance firm has moved 86% of its IT infrastructure to public cloud to drive growth, productivity and efficiency Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
20 Mar 2023
Everything Enterprise Connect 2023: News, trends and insights
This guide gathers the latest news and analysis from Enterprise Connect, one of the largest enterprise communications and collaboration conferences in 2023. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Mar 2023
Critical Java JVM options and parameters
The easiest way to optimize your Java runtime is to supply correct JVM options and parameters. In honor of the Java 21 release, we will examine the 21 most important Java JVM options you can configure. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Mar 2023
Daily Scrum vs standup meetings: What's the difference?
Other than being an ablest term that discriminates against people who can't stand, there are many differences between a standup meeting and the daily Scrum. Here we look at the 10 most important ... Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Mar 2023
10 key ESG and sustainability trends, ideas for companies
From consumers to employees to investors, more people are choosing companies that prioritize environmental, social and governance concerns. Here are 10 ESG trends that matter. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
ChatGPT's threat to white-collar jobs, cognitive automation
ChatGPT has the potential to accelerate cognitive automation, or automate problem solving and critical thinking tasks that are now completed by white-collar workers. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Mar 2023
How to detect and control the spread of shadow APIs
Now that infiltration via APIs has become a favored method for hackers, IT teams need to take additional steps to safeguard those important interfaces. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Mar 2023
When to use the Windows command prompt vs. PowerShell
The Windows command prompt and PowerShell can accomplish similar tasks, but how they do so might push users toward one option over the other. Check out these examples to see why. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Mar 2023
PowerShell vs. Bash: Key differences explained
Windows admins have the option to use Bash, a Linux shell, but the command-line tool doesn't stack up one to one with PowerShell for Windows deployments. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Mar 2023
Wellthy finds analytics success with ThoughtSpot
The self-service analytics specialist's platform has greatly increased the healthcare organization's efficiency after its old BI platform was too geared toward trained experts. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
Google warns users of Samsung Exynos zero-day vulnerabilities
To prevent threat actors from exploiting the unpatched attack vectors, Google Project Zero made an exception for four Exynos chipset flaws by extending its disclosure timeline. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2023
Chasing savings from green storage
Storage upgrades can bring energy and cost savings, but new hardware, cloud and subscription models need careful tweaking and some serious number crunching to get right. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2023
Advancing AI responsibly
Artificial intelligence researcher Michael Osborne discusses the implications of a market-driven AI arms race and the overwhelming dominance of the private sector over the technology. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
Microsoft unveils AI-backed Copilot for Teams, Word and more
Microsoft 365 Copilot integrates AI-supported tools into Microsoft's productivity apps to help users write and organize emails, garner insights, and corral disparate data. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Mar 2023
8 cloud detection and response use cases
Unsure whether cloud detection and response could be useful for your organization? These eight use cases could make CDR indispensable. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
CIOs reaching out to the channel for support
Dealing with pressures to innovate with tight budgets and sort out the overhanging issues after the pandemic means many customers require help Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Mar 2023
IT Sustainability Think Tank: Embracing green computing to close the sustainability gap
There is mounting anecdotal evidence that enterprises are struggling to ensure their statements of intent on sustainability are matching their actions, so what steps can they take to bridge the gap? Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
CIO interview: Russ Thornton, chief technology officer, Shawbrook Bank
Russ Thornton swapped life on the theatre podium for financial services IT, but thrives in an environment where orchestrating IT teams is a core skill Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
How ChatGPT and generative AI will affect IT operations
As generative AI programs improve, they raise questions for many engineering disciplines about the future of work -- and IT operations is no exception. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
UK TikTok ban gives us all cause to consider social media security
The UK government’s ban on TikTok should give all organisations cause to look into what information social media platforms are collecting on us, and what they are using it for Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
UK government to create code of practice for generative AI firms
The code will look to strike a balance between copyright holders and generative AI firms so that both parties can benefit from the use of copyrighted material in training data Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
Microsoft trials ChatGPT to boost enterprise productivity
The Office Suite, Outlook, Teams and Power tools are about to get an AI boost thanks to Microsoft 365 Copilot Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Mar 2023
How to create and run Windows PowerShell scripts
Once administrators get comfortable with PowerShell basics, it's time to start scripting. This PowerShell scripting tutorial for beginners helps you efficiently complete tasks. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2023
Virgin Media O2 brings 5G services to the London Underground
As 4G and 5G mobile coverage continue to be rolled out across the Tube network in London, leading UK operator enables customers travelling in tunnels between those stations to enjoy 5G coverage in sections of network in the West End and north London Continue Reading
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Tutorial
17 Mar 2023
How to transfer FSMO roles with PowerShell
You might need to shift Active Directory FSMO roles for a few reasons. If you need to do it more than once, there's a way to automate the procedure with PowerShell. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Mar 2023
The changing role of the CIO from a Finnish perspective
A small country with a sophisticated workforce, Finland has its own perspective on how IT leadership is changing in both the public and private sector Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Mar 2023
IT Sustainability Think Tank: Using digital skills to close the sustainability gap
There is mounting anecdotal evidence that enterprises are struggling to ensure their statements of intent on sustainability are matching their actions, so what steps can they take to bridge the gap? Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Mar 2023
UK government's 'tech superpower' ambitions must be matched by realism and collaboration
Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt went for it in a big way in his Budget speech this week. Fewer than 400 words were spoken, barely three minutes completed, before we got to cross off the ... Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Mar 2023
Vast Data’s ‘Act 2’ builds data management layer on QLC flash
Vast Data offers QLC flash bulk storage with a rapid cache I/O layer. Now, it has embarked on offering big data, analytics and application access to highly available data stores Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Mar 2023
Data center, devices scrutinized for sustainability goals
Companies are taking measures in their data centers and with their device lifecycle policies to reduce waste and improve their overall carbon footprint, according to IDC. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Mar 2023
Connected product, a Bluetooth jump-rope, reflects digital shift
Crossrope faced hardware, software and marketing challenges -- along with the need to satisfy data-hungry fitness enthusiasts -- when it launched its first connected offering. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Mar 2023
Why continuous training is essential in MLOps
Organizations with machine learning strategies must consider when evolving data needs require continuous training of ML models. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Mar 2023
Data lakes: Key to the modern data management platform
Data lakes influence the modern data management platform at all levels. Organizations can gain faster insights, save costs, improve governance and boost self-service data access. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
FTC orders study of deceptive advertising on social media
The Federal Trade Commission has ordered eight social media companies, including Meta's Facebook and Instagram, to report on how they monitor deceptive advertising. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Mar 2023
36 AI content generators to explore in 2023
Artificially generated media is rapidly progressing. Learn about the different types of media and content generators to check out in 2023. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
How a time series forecasting vendor uses PyTorch Lightning
Time series forecasting company Nixtla uses the framework for building deep learning models as it works to develop open source software for its customers. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
16 Mar 2023
How to use startup scripts in Google Cloud
Google Cloud lets you use startup scripts when booting VMs to improve security and reliability. Follow these steps to create your own startup scripts. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
DataRobot intros AI Platform 9.0, generative AI to come
With the new platform, the vendor aims to help enterprises focus not only on model performance but also on business performance. The vendor also unveiled key new partnerships. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Mar 2023
Learn the key role technology plays in sustainability
With ESG and environmental sustainability becoming more important for enterprise success, IT will need to understand its key role. Here's the overview. Continue Reading
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Answer
16 Mar 2023
Can composable infrastructure and computational storage mix?
'Composable' and 'computational' are often said in the same breath, but how exactly are they related -- or not? While there are differences, a combination could serve enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Three calls for easier corporate consolidation path as it reports solid 2022
Leading UK mobile operator releases annual results, claiming operational stability and network performance have seen it outperform the market in delivering customer growth, and calls for more regulatory freedom to consolidate business Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Bechtle extends UK reach with Tangible Benefit buy
Deal comes just a few months after its last M&A activity, and indicates the seriousness of ambitions to become a sizeable channel player in the UK Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Mar 2023
How to approach data loss prevention in virtual servers
As security risks evolve, organizations are turning to data loss prevention tools and methods to combat external and internal risks. Learn how to get started with DLP. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
mu Space to distribute OneWeb capacity in mainland Southeast Asia
Multimillion, multiyear deal to provide satellite services in Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Malaysia, with LEO technology to connect those in the remotest parts of the region Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Mar 2023
How Gen Z will shape the future of customer experience
The future of customer experience is in the hands of Gen Z -- and new technologies, like generative AI and XaaS. These trends will affect consumer and enterprise markets alike. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
BEC attacks doubled in 2022, outstripping ransomware
Massive growth in the volume of Business Email Compromise or BEC attacks was linked to a surge in successful phishing campaigns, according to data from Secureworks Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Vallance review advocates light-touch regulation for emerging technologies
Patrick Vallance, the outgoing government chief scientific adviser, has seen his light-touch emerging technologies regulation advice accepted by the government lock, stock and barrel Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
U.S. federal agency hacked via 3-year-old Telerik UI flaw
A CISA advisory said multiple threat actors recently exploited a Progress Telerik UI vulnerability, first disclosed in 2019, to breach an unnamed federal civilian agency. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Mar 2023
5 examples of greenwashing claims
Sustainable marketing can improve brand loyalty, but greenwashing diminishes it. Explore five examples of organizations that have faced greenwashing claims. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Mar 2023
Tech for sustainability: What IT and developers can do
With the tech industry under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint, developers and IT ops have an essential role to play in sustainability initiatives. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Acquisitions bolster revenues at CloudCoCo
Managed services player’s full-year results indicate that its M&A strategy has delivered growth Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
TikTok banned on UK government devices
The UK government has followed in the footsteps of its US and European counterparts and banned the use of Chinese social media app TikTok on official devices Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
UK government announces open networks ecosystem competition
Open Networks Ecosystem Competition to form next phase of UK government’s £250m 5G telecoms supply chain diversification strategy and develop products for enhanced development and adoption of open and interoperable technology Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Mar 2023
Auto-tech series: Nutanix – How cloud automation creates silver linings
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Rob Tribe in his capacity as VP for systems engineering EMEA at Nutanix. As an enterprise cloud organisation with a ... Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Budget 2023: startups extra funding via R&D relief and pensions
UK government aims to promote increased investment in research and development-intensive startups through tax relief measures, relaxed pension rules, and new investment zones Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Mar 2023
Introducing our essential sustainability and ESG resource hub
CIOs, supply chain pros and other stakeholders need information that demystifies sustainability strategies and tech. The new TechTarget site answers those needs. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Rubrik customer, partner data exposed in possible Clop attack
Rubrik was supposedly compromised by the Clop ransomware gang via a zero-day vulnerability in a managed file transfer software package it uses Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Mandiant: Dangerous MS Outlook zero-day widely used against Ukraine
A zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook that was fixed in the March Patch Tuesday update has likely been actively exploited by Russian actors for a year or more, and its use will now spread rapidly Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
Developing countries risk being left behind by green tech revolution, warns UN development body
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development urges action from governments and developed countries to ensure the developing world does not miss out on the opportunity to benefit economically from the green tech revolution Continue Reading
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Podcast
16 Mar 2023
Observability: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
William Hill’s Stephen Wild discusses how the betting website reduces the revenue impact of IT glitches Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2023
How Zscaler is cracking APAC’s cloud security market
Zscaler’s head in Asia-Pacific and Japan, Scott Robertson, talks up the company’s growth momentum in the region and what it is doing to address areas where it can do better Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2023
APAC buyer’s guide to SASE
Aaron Tan looks at the benefits of secure access service edge services, key considerations and the market landscape Continue Reading
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E-Zine
16 Mar 2023
CW APAC: Buyer’s guide to SASE
Appropriate networking and security functions are integral to cyber defence. In this handbook, focused on secure access service edge in the Asia-Pacific region, Computer Weekly looks at its key benefits, how cloud security firm Zscaler aims to improve, the dangers of advanced persistent threat groups and why Australian businesses are waking up to the importance of security investment. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Mar 2023
IT Sustainability Think Tank: How IT leaders can address the sustainability gap
There is mounting anecdotal evidence that enterprises are struggling to ensure their statements of intent on sustainability are matching their actions, so what steps can they take to bridge the gap? Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Mar 2023
The digital education problem at the heart of government transformation
A recent NAO report on digital government highlights some progress and ongoing challenges – but Whitehall needs to tackle a more fundamental flaw if it’s to deliver true digital change Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Mar 2023
ASHRAE standard 90.4 updates emphasize green energy
New addenda to ASHRAE 90.4 simplify mechanical load component calculations and modify the definition of UPS, among other changes. Use the updates to guide green data center design. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Secureworks IR team saw BEC attacks double in 2022
Vendor and incident response firm Secureworks referred to business email compromise, or BEC attacks, as 'the largest monetary threat to organizations.' Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 Mar 2023
Tech news podcast: 2 AI-powered tools and more layoffs
Juniper introduces AI-powered networking gear, Salesforce announces ChatGPT integration and more tech layoffs loom. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Mar 2023
Auto-tech series: Sysdig - Automation for developers, move (securely) faster
This is a guest piece for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Anna Belak in her capacity as director of thought leadership at Sysdig - the company is known for its technology that ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Mar 2023
NTT sonority - Personalised Sound Zone earphones
It’s rare to attend an enterprise technology vendor conference that offers the chance to actually touch a product, but that’s what Inspect-A-Gadget found at NTT Upgrade. As the North American leg ... Continue Reading
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Guest Post
15 Mar 2023
6 principles for building engaged security governance
Security governance isn't enough. Enter engaged security governance -- an ongoing process that aligns business strategy with security across an organization. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Rubrik discloses data breach, blames Fortra zero-day
The cybersecurity vendor said it is investigating a data breach after attackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Fortra's GoAnywhere managed file transfer software. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Virgin Media O2 extends Ericsson partnership to boost UK 5G connectivity
Commercial agreement will see tech provider’s 4G and 5G radio access network technology deployed across the UK, with hardware, software and service enhancements to improve connectivity while reducing energy consumption and accelerating upgrades Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Qualcomm aims to become one-stop shop for IoT development
Mobile technology giant announces intention to become dedicated destination for developers across the IoT space Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Budget 2023: Chancellor affirms tax relief for IT investment
Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget makes IT investment tax expendable for three years and announces support for artificial intelligence companies, including annual £1m ‘Manchester Prize’ Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
IT gives Ukrainian economy resilience in the face of adversity
Computer Weekly speaks to IT companies from Kharkiv a year after the Ukrainian city became headline news across the world as Russian troops invaded Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
UK government commits £2.5bn to boost quantum
Decade of funding aims to fast-track quantum computing engineers to the UK and drive business adoption of this emerging technology Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Lenovo and Vast Data credit channel for growth
Lenovo and Vast Data improve market position and revenues as a result of efforts from their respective channel bases Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Chinese Silkloader cyber attack tool falls into Russian hands
A loader tool used by Chinese cyber criminals seems to have been enthusiastically taken up in recent weeks by Russian ransomware operators Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Daisy backs Girlguiding recycling efforts
Channel player sponsors recycling badge as it looks to encourage greater understanding of the issues around end-of-life technology Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
New Microsoft Azure VMs target generative AI developers
Generative AI app developers can soon access the supercomputing infrastructure they need through Microsoft Azure. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Mar 2023
Top 30 incident response interview questions
Job interviews are nerve-wracking, but preparation can help minimize jitters and position you to land the role. Get started with these incident response interview questions. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Dell launches new security offerings for data protection, MDR
Dell's new and expansive services focus on top security challenges enterprises face, such as data protection, ransomware recovery and supply chain threats. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Mar 2023
Features to look for in IoT monitoring tools
IoT monitoring software can help IT administrators track and manage the IoT devices connected to their network. Strong options have automation and enable remote access. Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 Mar 2023
Hacker claims exposed database led to DC Health Link breach
This Risk & Repeat podcast episode covers the breach of health insurance exchange DC Health Link, as well as a hacker's claim that the breach was caused by an exposed database. Continue Reading
