Executive Guides

Business analytics: The essentials of data-driven decision-making

Data shows that data-driven organizations perform better. But what does it take to get there?

June 11, 2018 by George Anadiotis in Big Data Analytics

What is malware? Everything you need to know about viruses, trojans and malicious software

Cyber attacks and malware are one of the biggest threats on the internet. Learn about the different types of malware - and how to avoid falling victim to attacks.

May 30, 2018 by Danny Palmer in Security

What is GDPR? Everything you need to know about the new general data protection regulations

General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, is coming. Here's what it means, how it'll impact individuals and businesses - and how to prepare for it.

May 23, 2018 by Danny Palmer in Security

What is SDN? How software-defined networking changed everything

The internet began as a system for applying addresses to servers. Now it's a means for giving names to services, and distributing those services across the planet. SDN gave rise to a new way of implementing computing on the broadest scale of infrastructure, and has become, for better or worse, the whole point of networking.

May 22, 2018 by Scott Fulton III in Networking

What is digital transformation? Everything you need to know about how technology is reshaping business

Digital transformation: what it is, why it matters, and what the big trends are.

May 22, 2018 by Mark Samuels in Digital Transformation

What is machine learning? Everything you need to know

This guide explains what machine learning is, how it is related to artificial intelligence, how it works and why it matters.

May 14, 2018 by Nick Heath in Artificial Intelligence

What is 5G? Everything you need to know about the new wireless revolution

It is a capital improvement project the size of the entire planet, replacing one wireless architecture created this century with another one that aims to lower energy consumption and maintenance costs. Sure, you'll download movies faster on your phone, but that's not the real reason 5G's arrival is being accelerated.

April 30, 2018 by Scott Fulton III in 5G

Where's the 'edge' in edge computing? Why it matters, and how we use it

Just as cloud computing seemed to be settling down into a standardized set of platforms, the drive for service differentiation results in new use cases for a faster, more flexible premium service tier. But will those use cases make sense in practice?

April 17, 2018 by Scott Fulton III in Cloud

Online security 101: Tips for protecting your privacy from hackers and spies

Security 101: Here's how to keep your data private, step by step

This simple advice will help to protect you against hackers and government surveillance.

April 12, 2018 by Zack Whittaker in Security

What is hyperconvergence? Here's how it works and why it matters

Is hyperconverged infrastructure simplifying the way data centers are managed, or is it providing more clever means for certain enterprise technology vendors to regain their strongholds? Our executive guide covers everything you need to know.

April 3, 2018 by Scott Fulton III in Data Centers

IoT in the office: Everything you need to know about the Internet of Things in the workplace

Bringing the Internet of Things into your workplace can bring new opportunities -- and some risks too.

March 28, 2018 by Steve Ranger in Internet of Things

What is Hyperloop? Everything you need to know about the race for super-fast travel

Hyperloop technologies could revolutionise travel: here's everything you need to know about the technology and the companies involved.

March 15, 2018 by Steve Ranger in Innovation

What is V2X communication? Creating connectivity for the autonomous car era

Cars are becoming ever more connected to other cars, to transport infrastructure, to pedestrians, and to datacentres. But which standards will underpin all this 'vehicle to everything' (V2X) communication?

March 12, 2018 by Charles McLellan in Networking

What are the best Raspberry Pi alternatives? Everything you need to know about Pi rivals

A guide to Raspberry Pi alternatives, from low-cost options to more powerful boards.

March 1, 2018 by Nick Heath in Innovation

VPN services 2018: The ultimate guide to protecting your data on the internet

Whether you're in the office or on the road, a VPN is still one of the best ways to protect yourself on the big, bad internet.

February 23, 2018 by David Gewirtz in Security

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