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    Nvidia’s $5 billion investment gives Intel a shot in the arm

    Nvidia's strategic $5 billion investment gives the GPU giant access to Intel's customer base while providing Intel with much-needed support in the competitive AI market.

    Gabe Knuth • Sept. 22, 2025
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    Omnissa found its voice in the post-VMware era

    Omnissa One 2025 highlighted developments like App Volumes for physical devices and server management in Workspace One. This is a big shift from previous vague announcements.

    Gabe Knuth • Sept. 18, 2025
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    3 eye-catching vendor announcements from Black Hat

    At Black Hat 2025, some vendors had intriguing acquisitions and announcements in the realms of shadow AI, unmanaged devices and browser security.

    Gabe Knuth • Aug. 7, 2025
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    With shadow AI, sometimes the cure is worse than the disease

    Organizations need to implement policies and restrictions around AI productivity tools, but they also need to make sure the policy isn't causing more harm than good.

    Gabe Knuth • May 22, 2025
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    The brutal customer experience lesson of Nike’s RTFKT NFTs

    Nike sinks as Adidas rises in the NFT world.

    Don Fluckinger • May 8, 2025
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    How CHROs can guide their company through AI transformation

    By fostering a culture of AI literacy, organizations can better navigate the complexities of AI adoption. Learn how CHROs can help bring about a smooth transition.

    Eser Rizaoglu • May 1, 2025
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    End users can code with AI, but IT must be wary

    The scale and speed of generative AI coding -- known as vibe coding -- are powerful, but users might be misapplying this technology to create efficiency and security problems.

    Gabe Knuth • April 30, 2025
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    3 EUC security topics I’ll be looking for at RSAC 2025

    There will be a ton of security topics that RSA Conference-goers can check out, but IT admins should be aware of three common themes surrounding email and endpoints.

    Gabe Knuth • April 22, 2025
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    Canva: The business productivity app flying under IT’s radar

    Don't know what Canva is? Your employees do -- and they probably use it for work.

    Gabe Knuth • April 21, 2025
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    AI and video conferencing come together at Enterprise Connect

    While AI seemed like the star of the show at Enterprise Connect, video is still a key technology for UC buyers. Explore the top video trends from the conference.

    David Maldow • April 16, 2025
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    Who owns Omnissa and what’s next for this vendor?

    As VMware customers adjust to Omnissa, they might want a deeper understanding of who exactly owns the vendor and how the company is structured.

    Rob Bastiaansen • April 15, 2025
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    7 strategies for improving HR technology adoption

    Selecting HR technology without user input leads to poor adoption, so HR leaders should solicit their input. Learn other strategies for improving user adoption of new HR software.

    Hiten Sheth • April 2, 2025
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    How ESET is using AI PCs to boost endpoint security

    While AI PCs show legitimate promise, the rock-solid use cases haven't been as prominent. However, security vendor ESET is showing more concrete applications of this technology.

    Gabe Knuth • April 1, 2025
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    Security could be the use case AI PCs need

    AI PCs have struggled to find a perfect use case, but the need for stronger security systems on local desktops, along with agentic AI might end that struggle.

    Gabe Knuth • March 31, 2025
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    What comes next after AI agents? We had to ask

    Agentic AI is so 2024. What's next?

    Don Fluckinger • March 28, 2025
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    How to block and delete sideloaded apps on iOS and Android

    Despite the security risks, it's easy and common for users to download third-party mobile apps. To keep sideloaded apps off of end-user devices, IT must employ management tools.

    Sean Kerner, Kyle Johnson • March 24, 2025
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    How to sideload iOS apps and why it’s dangerous

    IT professionals might think the hassle of jailbreaking a device deters users from sideloading iOS apps. Learn the other methods users turn to and why it's still dangerous.

    Andrew Froehlich, Kyle Johnson • March 20, 2025
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    Marketers, stand down if your company cancels DEI programs

    Boycott or buycott, marketers need to sit this one out.

    Don Fluckinger • March 11, 2025
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    Retailers’ animosity toward AWS cloud appears to thaw

    AWS still has a ways to go to woo some retailers, but it's clear the company's no longer excluded by all.

    Don Fluckinger • Jan. 27, 2025
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    Trump’s H-1B dilemma: Musk vs. MAGA

    Few government programs have affected U.S. IT workers as deeply as H-1B. As Trump takes office, his administration must weigh worker concerns against Elon Musk's agenda.

    Patrick Thibodeau • Jan. 6, 2025
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    My 2 months switching from Mac to Windows

    As a longtime Mac user, I thought it would be worthwhile to try out an extended trial period with Windows. These are my takeaways after two months.

    Gabe Knuth • Dec. 30, 2024
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    What it’s like to use a Dell Qualcomm AI PC for 2 months

    As a longtime Mac user, the transition to any sort of Windows device would present a challenge. But the move to an AI PC presents even more growing pains and opportunities.

    Gabe Knuth • Dec. 26, 2024
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    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.

    Don Fluckinger • Dec. 11, 2024
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    3 ways to achieve the full potential of HR technology

    Challenges like resistance to change and working in silos can hinder HR technology use. Learn more about how HR leaders can overcome some of these issues.

    Mark Whittle • Dec. 4, 2024
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    Omnissa-CrowdStrike union reunites management and security

    Organizations have growing security and management needs, so partnerships between vendors such as the Omnissa-CrowdStrike partnership provide necessary synergy for IT staff.

    Gabe Knuth • Oct. 28, 2024