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Cybercrime-as-a-service explained: What you need to know
Cybercrime-as-a-service is quickly evolving, offering easy access to hacking tools for criminals. Learn how it works and steps to protect your organization from attacks.
An explanation of personally identifiable information
Everyone has personally identifiable information -- some of it sensitive and some of it not. Keeping PII safe is important, since bad actors can use it for malicious ends.
An explanation of software-as-a-service (SaaS)
Software-as-a-service is a way for organizations to rent cloud computing services rather than buy and own applications. It has both advantages and disadvantages.
Top 5 quantum computing certifications in 2025
Quantum computing is advancing quickly, and completing a certification boosts employability and helps to stay ahead of the curve.
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What is IT automation? A complete guide for IT teams
IT automation is the use of instructions to create a clear, consistent and repeatable process that replaces an IT professional's manual work in data centers and cloud deployments.
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DeepSeek explained: Everything you need to know
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI firm, is disrupting the industry with its low-cost, open source large language models, challenging U.S. tech giants.
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SAP S/4HANA migration: A definitive guide
Moving a business to S/4HANA comes with major risks, yet it is also a real opportunity for digital transformation. Here's the information and best practices to ensure success.
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Data storage management: What is it and why is it important?
Effective data storage management is more important than ever, as security and regulatory compliance have become even more challenging and complex over time.
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What is network management?
Network management is a multifaceted discipline that provides network administrators with the tools, protocols and processes to maintain and optimize network operations.
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What is cloud migration? Your guide to moving to the cloud
Cloud migration is the process of moving data, applications or other business elements to a cloud computing environment.
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What is synthetic monitoring?
Synthetic monitoring is a proactive monitoring approach that uses scripted simulations of user interactions to assess the performance and availability of websites, applications and services. See More.
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Informatica adds to Claire lineup of GenAI capabilities
New copilots for data integration and iPaaS highlight the vendor's Spring 2025 release along with a tool aimed at simplifying access to unstructured ...
HSCC urges consultative process as alternative to HIPAA NPRM
The HSCC urged the administration to initiate a series of consultations with healthcare cybersecurity leaders to inform policy, instead of moving ...
Industry rebuffs special registrations for telehealth prescribing
Trade groups representing providers have requested several revisions on limits and requirements within the DEA's proposed special registrations for ...
Intel CEO Tan to revamp Intel development for AI
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan plans to leverage AI for semiconductor design, shed non-core assets and foster a culture of innovation to turn around Intel.