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Explaining third-party cookies vs. tracking pixels
Websites personalize content using third-party cookies and tracking pixels but do so in different ways.
An explanation of centralized vs. decentralized finance
DeFi and CeFi manage cryptocurrency transactions in different ways. Here's how.
27 examples of Gen Z workplace jargon to make your head spin
Gen Z has entered the workforce and has its own lingo. Here's what you might hear in your office.
An explanation of private 5G vs. Wi-Fi
Private 5G improves upon traditional cellular networks by catering to private networks, expanding accessibility beyond major carriers.
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CrowdStrike outage explained: What caused it and what’s next
A CrowdStrike update caused a massive IT outage, crashing millions of Windows systems. Critical services and business operations were disrupted, revealing tech reliance risks.
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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 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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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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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 transfer learning?
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Nutanix to enable software-defined storage on Dell PowerFlex
Nutanix and Dell are expanding their partnership with a new appliance out now and a new HCI model that melds Dell PowerFlex with the Nutanix Cloud ...
VA's SDOH pilot targets transportation barriers to healthcare
VA patients enrolled in the SDOH pilot rideshare program had fewer transportation barriers to care, more access and fewer no-shows.
Dataiku expands LLM Mesh with governance layer
The vendor provides a marketplace for enterprises similar to those of the major cloud providers. However, it does not have its own LLM but offers ...
Startup aims to upend old-school RPA with large action model
With its GenAI-based platform, Orby AI aims to provide enterprises with generative process automation and AI agents to automate a range of business ...