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An explanation of Trojan horse
Trojan horses are a type of malware that can take control of your computer and even access your camera.
Tech sector layoffs explained: What you need to know
Large tech layoffs continue through 2024 with headlines showing thousands of people losing their jobs. Here is why the economy, interest rates and pandemic hiring are to blame.
An explanation of AI model collapse
Generative AI creates content quickly and accurately but faces the risk of model collapse.
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What is patch management? Lifecycle, benefits and best practices
Patch management is the subset of systems management that involves identifying, acquiring, testing and installing patches, or code changes, that are intended to fix bugs, close security holes or add features.
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What is a cloud database? An in-depth cloud DBMS guide
A cloud database is an organized and managed collection of data in an IT system that resides on a public, private or hybrid cloud computing platform.
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What is data backup? An in-depth guide
Data backup is the process of copying data in an IT system to another location so it can be recovered if the original data is lost.
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What is IT/OT convergence? Everything you need to know
IT/OT convergence is the integration of information technology (IT) systems with operational technology (OT) systems.
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Ultimate guide on enterprise unified communications strategy
When formulating a unified communications strategy, enterprises need to consider several key elements. This step-by-step guide helps businesses plan their UC deployment.
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What is BCDR? Business continuity and disaster recovery guide
Business continuity (BC) and disaster recovery (DR) are closely related practices that support an organization's ability to remain operational after an adverse event.
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automatic transfer switch (ATS)
An automatic transfer switch (ATS) is a device that automatically transfers a power supply from its primary source to a backup source when it senses a failure or outage in the primary source. See More.
- SSD caching
- cache thrash
- Linux Secure Boot
- Microsoft Windows Server LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel)
- SCSI (Small Computer System Interface)
- test-driven development (TDD)
- national provider identifier (NPI)
- SSD TRIM
Tech News
Tableau launches generative AI assistant, updates platform
The longtime analytics vendor made a Copilot for data preparation generally available with similar tools for data cataloging and dashboard ...
AT&T breach affects 'nearly all' customers' call, text records
Fallout from the attacks on Snowflake customers continues as AT&T is the latest victim organization to disclose a data breach stemming from a ...
Humans in the loop won't prevent AI disasters, experts say
National Academies workshops reveal skepticism that humans in the loop could prevent an AI mishap. Experts highlight human flaws and AI's disarming ...
Out-of-pocket drug costs rise when patients join Medicare
Out-of-pocket drug costs for diabetes medications go up when patients join Medicare, adversely affecting medication adherence.