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2023 Stories
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March 15, 2023
15Mar2023
Podcast
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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March 14, 2023
14Mar2023
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software engineering
Software engineering is the process of developing, testing and deploying computer applications to solve real-world problems by adhering to a set of engineering principles and best practices. Continue Reading
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March 14, 2023
14Mar2023
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Google Duplex
Google Duplex is an artificial intelligence (AI) technology that mimics a human voice and makes phone calls on a person's behalf. Continue Reading
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March 13, 2023
13Mar2023
Podcast
Tech news this week: AI, decentralized apps and ransomware
AI washing, new ransomware tactics and decentralized regulation challenges populated the news this week. Continue Reading
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March 10, 2023
10Mar2023
Podcast
Healthcare strategies: Machine learning for treatment planning
Machine learning can use digital twins and real-time feedback to improve patient care. Continue Reading
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March 10, 2023
10Mar2023
In Depth
5 ways to boost morale during Employee Spirit Month
Some ways to keep employee morale high include giving recognition, planning a team activity and offering incentives. Continue Reading
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March 09, 2023
09Mar2023
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OST file (.ost)
An OST file (.ost) is an offline folder file in Microsoft Outlook. Continue Reading
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March 08, 2023
08Mar2023
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FACTA (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act)
FACTA (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act) is an amendment to FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act ) that was added, primarily, to protect consumers from identity theft... (Continued) Continue Reading
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March 07, 2023
07Mar2023
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print server
A print server is a software application, network device or computer that manages print requests and makes printer queue status information available to end users and network administrators. Continue Reading
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March 06, 2023
06Mar2023
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URN (Uniform Resource Name)
A URN (Uniform Resource Name) is a permanent identifier for internet resources that employs the urn scheme. Continue Reading
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March 03, 2023
03Mar2023
In Depth
Healthcare Strategies: Improving Pharmaceutical Partnerships
Host Alivia Kaylor interviews two Walgreens employees about specialty pharmacies providing personalized care through digital tools. Continue Reading
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March 03, 2023
03Mar2023
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3 V's (volume, velocity and variety)
The 3 V's (volume, velocity and variety) are three defining properties or dimensions of big data. Continue Reading
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March 03, 2023
03Mar2023
In Depth
Top 9 most influential women in technology
While there are still fewer women than men in the science and technology industries today, the gap is closing. Here are some top women in tech of note. Continue Reading
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March 02, 2023
02Mar2023
In Depth
Flipper Zero explained: What to know about the viral hacker tool
The hacking tool blew up on TikTok. Unlike other TikTok trends, it is a powerful tool that can be used by serious pen testers and a learning device for new hackers. Continue Reading
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March 02, 2023
02Mar2023
In Depth
Deinfluencing explained: Everything you need to know
The influencer market tells people about the latest trends and shows them products to purchase. But some influencers -- deinfluencers -- are trying to stop overconsumption. Continue Reading
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February 28, 2023
28Feb2023
In Depth
10 open source coding books to read in 2023
Open source technology and programming languages are the foundation of modern software development. Use these books to take advantage of all that open source software has to offer. Continue Reading
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February 28, 2023
28Feb2023
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magnetic field strength
Magnetic field strength is a measure of the intensity of a magnetic field in a given area of that field. Continue Reading
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February 28, 2023
28Feb2023
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class library (in object-oriented programming)
In object-oriented programming, a class library is a collection of classes and other reusable software components, such as interfaces and value types. Continue Reading
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February 27, 2023
27Feb2023
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hosting (website hosting, web hosting and webhosting)
Web hosting -- also known as website hosting or webhosting -- is the process where a web hosting provider stores and maintains website files and applications on a server to make its customers' websites accessible on the internet. Continue Reading
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February 27, 2023
27Feb2023
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employee productivity
Employee productivity, sometimes referred to as workforce productivity, is an assessment of the efficiency of a worker or group of workers. Continue Reading
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February 27, 2023
27Feb2023
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vCard
A vCard is an electronic business or personal card and also the name of an industry specification for the kind of communication exchange that is done on business or personal cards. You may have seen a vCard attached to an email note someone has sent... Continue Reading
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February 24, 2023
24Feb2023
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memory dump
A memory dump is the process of taking all information content in RAM and writing it to a storage drive as a memory dump file (*.DMP format). Continue Reading
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February 24, 2023
24Feb2023
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superconductivity
Superconductivity is the ability of certain materials to conduct a direct electric current (DC) with practically zero resistance. Continue Reading
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February 24, 2023
24Feb2023
In Depth
What to do after a layoff: Everything you need to know
Layoffs often happen suddenly for reasons outside your control. If they happen, focus on what you can control. Continue Reading
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February 24, 2023
24Feb2023
In Depth
Rolling recession explained: Everything you need to know
Talks of a looming recession and tech layoffs dominated the news in 2022 and 2023, but job and spending reports have outpaced predictions. Enter the term 'rolling recession.' Continue Reading
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February 24, 2023
24Feb2023
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controller (computing)
A controller, in a computing context, is a hardware device or a software program that manages or directs the flow of data between two entities. In computing, controllers may be cards, microchips or separate hardware devices for the control of a ... Continue Reading
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February 23, 2023
23Feb2023
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decibels relative to isotropic (dBi)
Decibels relative to isotropic (dBi) is a unit of measurement that describes how much power an antenna transmits in a single direction when compared to an isotropic radiator, which transmits in all directions at once. Continue Reading
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February 22, 2023
22Feb2023
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operating model
An operating model is a visual representation of how an organization delivers value to its internal and external customers. Continue Reading
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February 22, 2023
22Feb2023
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method (in object-oriented programming)
In object-oriented programming (OOP), a method is a programmed procedure that is defined as part of a class and is available to any object instantiated from that class. Continue Reading
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February 22, 2023
22Feb2023
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ampere per meter (A/m)
The ampere per meter (A/m) is the measure for magnetic field strength, as defined by the International System of Units (SI). Continue Reading
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February 22, 2023
22Feb2023
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polling (computing)
In computer science, polling or a polled operation denotes the process of repeatedly sampling the status of external devices by a client program. Continue Reading
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February 21, 2023
21Feb2023
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perpetual software license
A perpetual software license is a type of software license that authorizes an individual to use a program indefinitely. Continue Reading
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February 21, 2023
21Feb2023
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8 best password managers of 2023
A dedicated tool can help simplify password management and improve online security for individuals and enterprises alike. Continue Reading
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February 21, 2023
21Feb2023
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quantum interference
Quantum interference is when subatomic particles interact with and influence themselves and other particles while in a probabilistic superposition state. Continue Reading
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February 16, 2023
16Feb2023
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time management
Time management is the coordination of tasks and activities to maximize the effectiveness of an individual's efforts. Continue Reading
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February 15, 2023
15Feb2023
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timeline
A timeline is a visual representation of a chronological sequence of events along a drawn line that helps a viewer understand time relationships. Continue Reading
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February 14, 2023
14Feb2023
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personal computer (PC)
A personal computer (PC) is a microcomputer designed for use by one person at a time. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2023
13Feb2023
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Web 2.0 vs. Web 3.0 vs. Web 1.0: What's the difference?
It's important to know what might happen in the evolution from Web 2.0 to Web 3.0. Learn their differences and how the original web laid the groundwork for the internet's future. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2023
13Feb2023
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cache server
A cache server is a dedicated network server or service acting as a server that saves webpages or other internet content locally. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2023
13Feb2023
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Universal Naming Convention (UNC)
The Universal Naming Convention (UNC) is a standard for naming resources -- such as files and devices -- that are shared by computers on a network. Continue Reading
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February 13, 2023
13Feb2023
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mobile app
A mobile app (or mobile application) is a software application developed specifically for use on small, wireless computing devices, such as smartphones and tablets, rather than desktop or laptop computers. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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anime
Anime, pronounced AH-nee-may, is a style of Japanese animated entertainment that has become increasingly popular around the world in recent years. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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Gartner Hype Cycle
The Gartner Hype Cycle is a graphical representation of the lifecycle stages a technology goes through from the initial development to its commercial availability and adoption, as well as its eventual decline and obsolescence. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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Big 4
The Big 4 are the four largest international accounting and professional services firms. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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Gartner
Gartner is an IT research firm and consultancy, formerly known as Gartner Group. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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Opex (operational expenditure)
Opex (operational expenditure) is the money a company or organization spends on an ongoing, day-to-day basis to run its business. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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Mandela Effect
The Mandela Effect is an observed phenomenon in which a large segment of the population misremembers a significant event or shares a memory of an event that did not actually occur. Continue Reading
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February 10, 2023
10Feb2023
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scientific method
The scientific method is the process of objectively establishing facts through testing and experimentation. Continue Reading
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February 09, 2023
09Feb2023
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CD-ROM
A CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read-Only Memory) is a type of compact disc that can only be read, not written to. Continue Reading
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February 09, 2023
09Feb2023
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6 best cross-chain bridges in 2023
Multichain, Celer cBridge and Portal Token Bridge are just a few of the cross-chain bridges available today. Continue Reading
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February 09, 2023
09Feb2023
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KLOC (thousands of lines of code)
KLOC (thousands of lines of code) is a traditional measure of how large a computer program is or how long or how many people it will take to write it. Continue Reading
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February 09, 2023
09Feb2023
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digital footprint
A digital footprint -- sometimes called a digital shadow -- is the body of data that an individual creates through their actions online. Continue Reading
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February 09, 2023
09Feb2023
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VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity)
VUCA is an acronym that stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity -- qualities that make a situation or condition difficult to analyze, respond to or plan for. Continue Reading
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February 07, 2023
07Feb2023
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digital library
A digital library is a collection of digital objects, such as books, magazines, audio recordings, video recordings and other documents that are accessible electronically. Continue Reading
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February 07, 2023
07Feb2023
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Wien's constant
Wien's constant is a physical constant that is used in defining the relationship between the thermodynamic temperature of a black body (an object that radiates electromagnetic energy perfectly) and the wavelength at which the intensity of the ... Continue Reading
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February 07, 2023
07Feb2023
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infinite loop (endless loop)
An infinite loop -- sometimes called an endless loop -- is a piece of code that lacks a functional exit so that it repeats indefinitely. Continue Reading
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February 06, 2023
06Feb2023
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soft reset
A soft reset is a restart of a device, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop or personal computer (PC). Continue Reading
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February 06, 2023
06Feb2023
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Cryptocurrency and taxes explained: What you need to know
Cryptocurrency is not treated the same as other currency when it comes to taxes. Since the government classifies cryptocurrency as an asset, there are some important guidelines. Continue Reading
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February 06, 2023
06Feb2023
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augmented reality gaming (AR gaming)
Augmented reality gaming (AR gaming) is the real-time integration of virtual game elements with the physical environment of the player. Continue Reading
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February 06, 2023
06Feb2023
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Digital minimalism explained: Everything you need to know
Digital minimalism is a way to engage with consumer technology that prioritizes focused, intentional use of technology to limit distraction. Continue Reading
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February 06, 2023
06Feb2023
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codebase (code base)
A codebase, or code base, is the complete body of source code for a software program, component or system. It includes all the source files needed to compile the software into machine code, including configuration files. Continue Reading
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February 06, 2023
06Feb2023
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infographic
An infographic (information graphic) is a representation of information in a graphic format designed to make the data easily understandable at a glance. Continue Reading
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February 03, 2023
03Feb2023
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virtual address
A virtual address is a binary number in virtual memory that lets a process use a location in primary storage (main memory) or, in some cases, secondary storage. Continue Reading
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February 03, 2023
03Feb2023
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newsgroup
A newsgroup is an online discussion forum where users can post messages, exchange ideas and read the comments of others. Continue Reading
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February 03, 2023
03Feb2023
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passive reconnaissance
Passive reconnaissance is an attempt to gain information about targeted computers and networks without actively engaging with the systems. Continue Reading
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February 02, 2023
02Feb2023
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Pinterest
Pinterest is a social curation website for sharing and categorizing images found online. Continue Reading
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February 02, 2023
02Feb2023
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circular economy
A circular economy is a model of production and consumption, where items and products are reused whenever possible rather than discarded. Continue Reading
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February 01, 2023
01Feb2023
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digital television (DTV)
Digital television (DTV) is the transmission of television signals using a digital broadcast format rather than conventional analog methods. Continue Reading
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February 01, 2023
01Feb2023
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technical debt
Technical debt -- or tech debt -- is the implied cost incurred when businesses do not fix problems that will affect them in the future. Continue Reading
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February 01, 2023
01Feb2023
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wiki
A wiki is a web-based collaborative platform that enables users to store, create and modify content in an organized manner. Continue Reading
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February 01, 2023
01Feb2023
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Toyota Way
The Toyota Way is a comprehensive expression of the company's management philosophy, which is based on the two foundational pillars of Continuous Improvement, also known as kaizen, and Respect for People. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
In Depth
Web 3.0 business opportunities, ideas and what to expect
Web 3.0 is emerging as the next evolution of the internet. Here's how it could impact business models and provide new opportunities from greater transparency and efficiency. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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IP address (Internet Protocol address)
Internet Protocol (IP) address is a unique numerical identifier for every device or network that connects to the internet. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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fail fast
Fail fast is a philosophy that values extensive testing and incremental development to determine whether an idea has value. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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disruptive technology (disruptive innovation)
Disruptive technology, often referred to as disruptive innovation, is when a new business model attracts an underserviced market or revenue stream and grows until it supplants incumbent competitors. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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digital cash (e-cash)
Digital cash is a system of purchasing cash credits, storing the credits in your computer or digital wallet, and then spending them when making electronic purchases over the internet or in person on a mobile device at the point of sale. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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weak tie theory
Weak tie theory is the proposition that acquaintances are likely to be more influential than close friends, particularly in social networks. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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Luddite
A Luddite is a person resistant to increased industrialization or new technologies, especially computers. Continue Reading
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January 31, 2023
31Jan2023
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meta description tag
A meta description tag is a snippet of HTML code in a web page header that summarizes the content that's on the web page. Continue Reading
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January 30, 2023
30Jan2023
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AV (audio/video)
AV, an abbreviation for audio/video, is frequently used as a generic term for the audio and video components and capabilities in home entertainment systems and related product descriptions and reviews. Continue Reading
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January 30, 2023
30Jan2023
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chat room
A chat room is an online platform that enables users to communicate with each other in real time. Continue Reading
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January 30, 2023
30Jan2023
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Web 2.0
Web 2.0 are websites and applications that make use of user-generated content for end users. Continue Reading
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January 27, 2023
27Jan2023
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virtual reality gaming (VR gaming)
Virtual reality gaming (VR gaming) is the application of a three-dimensional (3D) artificial environment to computer games. Continue Reading
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January 27, 2023
27Jan2023
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distributed control system (DCS)
A distributed control system (DCS) is a digital automated industrial control system (ICS) that uses geographically distributed control loops throughout a factory, machine or control area. Continue Reading
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January 27, 2023
27Jan2023
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yak shaving
Yak shaving is programming lingo for the seemingly endless series of small tasks that have to be completed before the next step in a project can move forward. Continue Reading
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January 27, 2023
27Jan2023
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information asset
An information asset is a collection of knowledge or data that is organized, managed and valuable. Continue Reading
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January 27, 2023
27Jan2023
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10 best entry-level tech jobs in 2023
There are tech jobs for people with all backgrounds and experience levels. The technology field is changing, and there are several career paths to consider. Continue Reading
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January 26, 2023
26Jan2023
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QWERTY keyboard
The QWERTY (pronounced KWEHR-tee) keyboard is the standard typewriter and computer keyboard in countries that use a Latin-based alphabet. Continue Reading
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January 25, 2023
25Jan2023
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UDDI (Universal Description, Discovery and Integration)
UDDI, or Universal Description, Discovery and Integration, is an Extensible Language Markup (XML)-based standard to describe, publish and find information about web services. Continue Reading
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January 25, 2023
25Jan2023
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10 best cybersecurity podcasts to check out
Cybersecurity podcasts are an excellent way to raise cybersecurity awareness. Discover the top 10 cybersecurity podcasts and learn how to select the best ones for your playlist. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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Bohr radius
The Bohr radius is a physical constant that represents the most probable distance between the electron and nucleus of a hydrogen atom at its ground state (lowest energy level). Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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World Wide Web (WWW)
The World Wide Web -- also known as the web, WWW or W3 -- refers to all the public websites or pages that users can access on their local computers and other devices through the internet. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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Capex (capital expenditure)
A capital expenditure (Capex) is money invested by a company to acquire or upgrade fixed, physical, non-consumable assets, such as buildings and equipment or a new business. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
In Depth
How AI and marketing will influence our future
AI changes marketing strategies by using predictive analytics and automating some time-consuming tasks to increase efficiency; however, there are considerations as you adopt AI. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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translation lookaside buffer (TLB)
A translation lookaside buffer (TLB) is a type of memory cache that stores recent translations of virtual memory to physical addresses to enable faster retrieval. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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Oracle Cloud
Oracle Cloud is a subscription-based public cloud services offering from database company Oracle. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)
Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) is a standard to transmit and store music, originally designed for digital music synthesizers. Continue Reading
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January 24, 2023
24Jan2023
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logical equivalence
Logical equivalence is the condition of equality that exists between two statements or sentences in propositional logic or Boolean algebra. Continue Reading
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January 23, 2023
23Jan2023
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gas
A gas is a substance that is in a gaseous, or vaporous, state of matter. Continue Reading
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January 23, 2023
23Jan2023
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clean electricity
Clean electricity, or carbon-free electricity, is electricity without high voltage spikes and drops, meaning it is low on emitting electrical pollution. Continue Reading