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Arrow adds more XaaS support to cloud platform
News | MicroScopeDistributor bolsters management features on ArrowSphere as it responds to market demands, while elsewhere TD Synnex bolsters AI support
business process mapping
Definition | CIOBusiness process mapping is the visual display of the steps within a business process showing how it's done from start to finish.
Windows key (winkey)
Definition | Enterprise DesktopThe Windows key (winkey) is a button on a Windows computer keyboard.
Top business process modeling techniques with examples
Tip | CIOBusiness process modeling techniques and tools provide a visual representation of processes that's crucial to effectively monitoring, improving and ...
semantic network (knowledge graph)
Definition | Content ManagementA semantic network is a knowledge structure that depicts how concepts are related to one another and how they interconnect.
logical equivalence
Definition | WhatIsLogical equivalence is the condition of equality that exists between two statements or sentences in propositional logic or Boolean algebra.
Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?
News | MicroScopeSeveral senior appointments caught the eye in the past week, and a resignation created the chance for an opening
collaboration diagram
Definition | Software QualityA collaboration diagram, also known as a communication diagram, is an illustration of the relationships and interactions among software objects in ...
Improve automation skills with the AD Administrative Center
Tip | SearchWindowsServerYou might know that you can use PowerShell to handle repetitive Active Directory tasks. But were you aware the Active Directory Administrative Center...
Excel for HR: The essential formulas and functions
Tip | HR SoftwareUsing Excel can benefit HR professionals in various ways, including saving them time so they can work on other tasks. Learn 12 important formulas and...
Developing the subscription model
Feature | MicroScopeCustomers and channel partners are moving to a world where flexible monthly payments are the norm, but that has meant distribution has had to take ...
8 network tasks administrators can do quicker from the CLI
Tip | NetworkingAdmins can use the command-line interface to manage network tasks. Learn how to streamline automation, troubleshoot networks and manage services on ...
3 rules to adapt cloud change management policies
Opinion | Cloud ComputingHaving a change management policy can minimize risk when it comes to making changes. Follow these rules to adapt cloud change management policies and...
M2MC claims a first for IoT messages delivery
News | ComputerWeekly.comComms management firm’s acknowledgement feature will form part of a ‘unique’ integration platform, aiming to increase significantly the reliability ...
9 tips to improve Python performance
Tip | TheServerSide.comPython performance gets a bad rap compared with languages such as Java. Use these tips to identify and fix problems in your Python code to tweak its ...
Manchester encoding
Definition | NetworkingIn data transmission, Manchester encoding is a form of digital encoding in which a data bit's state -- 0 or 1 -- is represented by the transition ...
workflow
Definition | CIOWorkflow is the series of activities that are necessary to complete a task.
Transistor
Definition | WhatIsA transistor is a miniature semiconductor that regulates or controls current or voltage flow.
Channel round-up: Who’s gone where?
News | MicroScopeIt’s time for the channel to update their contacts books as more personnel moves are made across the industry
Top 11 IoT online courses to boost your career (free and paid)
Feature | WhatIsAre you ready to get started or move to the next level learning about IoT system design and technology? One of these certification or degree programs...
Digitization sparks growth for EAM systems
Feature | ERPThe EAM software market is growing with more options for asset management. Experts argue that companies may benefit from tighter integration between ...
Channel roundup: Who’s gone where?
News | MicroScopePersonnel changes at Arrow ECS, Exertis and Emarsys, and Agilitas IT Solutions backs its sustainability commitments
Microsoft
Definition | SearchWindowsServerMicrosoft is the largest vendor of computer software in the world.
AMD Virtualization (AMD-V)
Definition | IT OperationsAMD-V (AMD Virtualization) technology refers to a set of hardware extensions and on-chip features for the AMD family of x86 microprocessors.
operation (computing)
Definition | WhatIsAn operation, in computing, is an action that is carried out to accomplish a given task.
menu
Definition | WhatIsA menu is a set of options presented to the user of a computer application to help them find information or execute a function.
Dremio opens up data lakehouse with new engine
News | Data ManagementThe data lakehouse vendor is expanding its cloud platform with a new SQL query engine and data metastore for data lakes that builds on top of the ...
critical path method (CPM)
Definition | WhatIsThe critical path method (CPM) is a step-by-step project management technique for process planning that defines critical and non-critical tasks with ...
How to use virtual whiteboards on Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Feature | Unified CommunicationsWhiteboards in remote meetings can add another layer of collaboration by enabling users to visualize concepts. Learn how to use virtual whiteboards ...
Tuning enterprise architecture to cope with accelerating change
Guest Post | IT ChannelIn the realm of enterprise architecture, real agility starts with architectural simplicity. Learn how businesses can reduce complexity -- and boost ...
16 PowerShell commands for network troubleshooting
Tip | NetworkingThese 16 Windows PowerShell cmdlets, including Get-NetIPAddress and Test-Connection, help network administrators troubleshoot their network ...
What is PowerShell and how to use it: The ultimate tutorial
Definition | SearchWindowsServerPowerShell is an object-oriented automation engine and scripting language with an interactive command-line shell that Microsoft developed to help IT ...
A better Gitflow diagram with branches, merges and color
Infographic | TheServerSide.comDevelopers deserve a better Gitflow diagram, so we've given it to them. See the new and improved Gitflow diagram with support and bugfix branches and...
5 best Java 17 features that developers will love
Tip | TheServerSide.comThe new Java 17 release contains plenty of new features that will intrigue developers. Here are five features that should push developers off the ...
Use these PowerShell add-ons to supercharge your experience
Tip | SearchWindowsServerThese PowerShell new features and modules introduce several customization and functionality features to the popular automation tool to ease coding ...
Interview: Sofie Blakstad, CEO, hiveonline
News | ComputerWeekly.comEverywoman in Technology award winner and CEO of hiveonline, Sofie Blakstad, has a long history in the tech sector, and has been using tech to help ...
Nordic CIO interview: Tommi Tuovila, Neste
News | ComputerWeekly.comFormer Olympian talks to Computer Weekly about the challenges facing CIOs in a rapidly changing world
bash (Bourne again shell)
Definition | Data CenterBash (Bourne Again Shell) is the free and enhanced version of the Bourne shell distributed with Linux and GNU operating systems.
128 Technology delivers routing software, SD-WAN on white box
News | Networking128 Technology integrated its routing software and SD-WAN capabilities with white box CPEs from Lanner. Arrow Electronics will preconfigure the ...
Cloud ERP system selection: How to evaluate your company needs
Feature | ERPThis article can help you evaluate your business needs and make sure you're getting the right cloud ERP system for your organization.
Rackspace partners get sales tool; Workplace by Facebook taps channel
News | IT ChannelA Rackspace tool for speeding up the cloud sales process is now available, while MNJ Technologies has become a Workplace by Facebook reseller; more ...
Nutanix aims for SMB growth with channel Cloud Bundles
News | MicroScopeEnterprise cloud player is looking for SMB growth across EMEA and views the channel as key to its ambitions
Software accessibility testing: Standards, strategy and tools
Tip | Software QualityAssistive technology ensures that all customers can access software easily. Don't overlook this important element of software quality. Here's how to ...
reactive programming
Definition | App ArchitectureReactive programming describes a design paradigm that relies on asynchronous programming logic to handle real-time updates to otherwise static ...
Quest targets managed services market with new partner offering
News | IT ChannelQuest Software introduced a partner program with benefits and support geared toward the managed services business model; other channel news from the ...
Kotlin vs. Swift: An open source programming language face-off
Tip | App ArchitectureTake a look into what Kotlin and Swift have to offer in terms of cross-platform capabilities, library support and ease of use. Also, review their ...
Simplify Java-based development with the Kotlin language
Tip | App ArchitectureWhat makes Kotlin popular among Java professionals? Explore the attributes of this functional programming language that's equipped for both ...
Learn how to configure NSX firewall rules
Tip | SearchVMwareVMware NSX users can configure firewall rules into specific policies to protect individual VMs, regardless of their location in the virtual ...
Accenture partnership with Splice Machine sealed by investment
News | IT ChannelRead how Accenture and Splice Machine have deepened their alliance, taking aim at large-scale data transformation projects, and other channel news ...
Avaya Zang upgrades workflow, IoT tools
News | Unified CommunicationsAvaya Zang has upgraded its CPaaS platform with new workflow and IoT tools. The vendor is also making it easier to integrate Zang apps with Avaya UC ...
Vote: Who should be the 2023 Most Influential Woman in UK Tech?
News | ComputerWeekly.comEach year, we ask our audience who should be named the most influential woman in UK technology. Tell us what you think – the deadline for voting is 7...
A comparison of 6 top programming languages
Tip | App ArchitectureChoosing the right programming language can be tough. We place six popular languages head to head: Python vs. Ruby, Kotlin vs. Swift and Erlang vs. ...
The real Oracle cloud strategy that may work vs. AWS and Azure
Opinion | SearchOracleOracle's database software is at the heart of its efforts to move users to its cloud. And that strategy might work, despite Oracle's inauspicious ...
Channel roundup: Who's gone where?
News | MicroScopeAnother busy week with several comings and goings to report on from across the channel
SMEs changing the bundles approach
News | MicroScopeBundles have often been a bit hit and miss but thanks to the need to cater them for SME customers things are improving
Unify partner program reduces certification demands
News | IT ChannelIn an effort to simplify its channel partner program, UC vendor Unify has cut back certification requirements across its portfolio; more IT channel ...
Use vROps Manager to perform system health monitoring
Tip | SearchVMwareVRealize Operations Manager is a system health monitoring tool that highlights issues in your virtual environment and steers you in the right ...
Amazon Inspector gives dev automated security assessment
Tip | SearchAWSCloud vulnerabilities can quickly evolve into security threats; vigilance is a key in identifying weaknesses. Amazon Inspector detects common ...
Top ten channel technologies of 2017
Feature | MicroScopeThe most discussed technologies of last year are also set to dominate 2018 so here is a look back with more than a hint of the themes to come
Use cases for object storage ramp up to meet emerging demands
Feature | StorageComputational and storage advances are expanding the role of object storage beyond traditional HPC and cloud to emerging data analytics, machine ...
Telecom trends 2019: Time for operator 5G and IoT decisions
Tip | NetworkingTelecom trends in 2019 dictate that network operators have tough choices to make to compete with OTT players, increase revenue in terms of 5G and IoT...
How cyber warfare laws limit risk on a digital battleground
Feature | SecurityRetired Navy cryptologist implores enterprises to build key cyber warfare laws into their infosec strategy to improve survivability on the digital ...
6 enterprise AR use cases
News | CIOAugmented reality is making its way into the enterprise. Here, experts detail six AR use cases and how AR headsets are helping boost productivity and...
Cloud tops the menu in 2020, with helpings of HCI, security and 5G
Feature | MicroScopeWe ask the channel what technologies and trends they see dominating in 2020 – cloud tops the list, with hyper-convergence, security and 5G also ...
Steps to generate an HTTP response header with AWS Lambda
Tip | SearchAWSSome AWS users have difficulty setting HTTP response headers based on Lambda functions. Chris Moyer explains how to accomplish that task, and how it ...
Coronavirus: Is Zoom safe and should security teams ban it?
News | ComputerWeekly.comZoom’s rapid rise to prominence has highlighted a score of security problems with the service. Should CISOs try to steer their organisations away ...
Choosing the right big data analysis tools
Feature | TheServerSide.comIn order to choose the right big data analysis tools, it’s important to understand the transactional and analytical data processing requirements of ...
Datto partners swell in numbers amid global expansion
News | IT ChannelDatto is planning updates to Autotask Endpoint Management and Autotask PSA in the coming months, as it continues to integrate its product lines; ...
Anomali targets managed security service providers for global expansion
News | IT ChannelThreat management platform vendor Anomali said it will tap MSSPs for help reaching medium-sized businesses; other channel news from the week.
Microsoft SQL Server data profiling tool put to work
Feature | ComputerWeekly.comAndy Hogg demonstrates how to clean up dirty data with the data profiling tool that comes with Microsoft SQL Server
The role of a software test manager
Tip | Software QualityEffective software test managers not only understand the discipline of testing, but they are also able to manage and implement a testing process in ...
Attackers ultimately drive security market, analyst says
News | ComputerWeekly.comThe security market is being driven by spam gangs, cyberthieves and other criminals bent on hacking into company and government databases to steal ...
Hotmail makes sign-in changes, can't please everyone
News | ComputerWeekly.comThe Hotmail sign-in page is in the news this week, with subtle changes to browser auto-complete behaviour to provide wider browser compatibility.
Office Telemetry reports on Office 2013 docs and apps
Tip | Enterprise DesktopIf IT administrators need information on document and application usage, they can use Office Telemetry, an Office 2013 feature that gathers such data.
OSGi: A Proven Approach for Developing Modular Applications
Feature | TheServerSide.comOSGi provides a framework for developing modular enterprise applications by installing a set of (preferably reusable) component modules.
Using system properties to configure Windows 7 options
Feature | IT ChannelThe system properties dialogue box in Windows 7 is split up into five tabs that let you change your customer's computer name or dual-boot settings.
PowerShell commands in Windows Server 2008 R2
Feature | IT ChannelUse this chapter excerpt to learn about PowerShell commands for Windows Server 2008 R2, as well as other PowerShell uses, features, enhancements and ...
Modularizing the Hibernate SessionFactory with the Spring framework
Feature | TheServerSide.comThis paper outlines a method for modular application development using Spring and Hibernate. The approach described has similarities to the OSGi or ...
How to use SQL Developer to run SQL statements
Feature | SearchOracleIn this chapter, learn how to use SQL Developer to enter and execute SQL statements and scripts, work with a Snippets window, solve common syntax ...
Code Analysis with the Eclipse Profiler
News | TheServerSide.comIn my experience as a software professional, I often have the need to analyse an existing body of code in order to understand it. Everyone tries his ...
Salesforce.com for dummies: Creating daily reports
Feature | Customer ExperienceUse this step-by-step guide to create daily reports from scratch in Salesforce.com.
Introduction to Information Security: A Strategic-Based Approach
Feature | SecurityIn this excerpt of Introduction to Information Security: A Strategic-Based Approach, authors Timothy J. Shimeall and Jonathan M. Spring discuss the ...
IT project management: The cost estimating process
Feature | Data ManagementLearn about the cost estimating process in IT project management by reading examples and definitions of cost estimation terms, in this free chapter ...
Hardware devices for Windows 7: Installation, management
Feature | IT ChannelEase Windows 7 management by knowing the different types of hardware devices, such as internal drives, that can be installed, and how to use Windows ...
Setting Windows 7 environment variables
Feature | IT ChannelThis chapter excerpt can teach you how to use Windows 7 environmental variables to locate your customers' system files and folders.
Nuts and Bolts of Transaction Processing
News | TheServerSide.comThis article walks the reader through the transaction processing and ACID.
Understanding run-level scripts in Fedora 11 and RHEL
Feature | IT ChannelSolutions providers can use run-level scripts in Fedora 11 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) to start certain services and execute various commands.
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) tools
Feature | IT ChannelServer 2005 Integration Services (SSIS) introduces a rich toolset that supports development, deployment and administration of extract, transform, ...
Introduction to m2eclipse
News | TheServerSide.comIn this article, we will explore the features m2eclipse provides and help you start using an Eclipse plugin which provides real Maven integration for...