With the number of consumer data leaks on the rise, it’s not surprising to see the United States government stepping in to address the problem. According to a brand new Executive Order issued by President Joe Biden, foreign adversaries will be prevented from accessing personal data about Americans – including »

While many developers are still nailing down the basics of AI, some, including Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, are already focusing on the next generation of AI technology. Known as artificial general intelligence, or AGI, this breakthrough has the potential to outperform all existing AI platforms – once it’s been fully realized. »

Whether you love it or hate it, the age of artificial intelligence (AI) is upon us. Not to be outdone by their competitors like OpenAI and the development team at DuckDuckGo, Google Chrome has recently gained some AI-oriented features of its own. These features, as well as their pre-existing AI »

With AI quickly becoming the latest fashion in IT, it’s not surprising to see more and more companies jumping on the bandwagon. DuckDuckGo, known as a privacy-centric search engine, recently started their journey in the realm of AI. However, it might not be exactly what you think. What is DuckAssist? »

Printers are the bane of even the most experienced of IT service technicians. While they are certainly useful to have around in case you need to print an important document, they can be a real hassle to troubleshoot if they start experiencing issues – and boy do they ever experience »

A new study by Backblaze has confirmed what most of us already know – solid-state drives (SSDs) are more reliable than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs). However, you might be surprised at how small the difference actually is. Per their report, modern SSDs have an annualized failure rate (AFR) of »

Given the prevalence of modern smartphones and technologies like 5G, you might think that satellite phones are a thing of the past. However, Apple recently introduced their Emergency SOS feature in all current iPhone 14 models, and it will likely become a mainstay feature in future releases. However, they’re not »

The recent partnership between Microsoft and the development team at OpenAI is no longer a secret. Not only has Microsoft updated their Edge web browser with AI functionality, but they’ve infused Bing with next-gen AI, too. And now, just a few weeks after extending their partnership, Microsoft is unveiling Microsoft »

Computers are already used extensively in manufacturing, but NVIDIA is paving the way for even more integration and implementation via their latest platform, NVIDIA Jetson. It works by combining Jetson modules with a dedicated software development kit (SDK) and various sensors, services, and products to drive autonomous machinery and embedded »

An emerging business model that has proven to be quite profitable for some industries and companies, the as-a-service model is seen in everything from infrastructure to quality assurance. Platform-as-a-service (PaaS), software-as-a-service (SaaS), and even electric vehicle-as-a-service (EVaaS) are all packages that are offered by one provider or another, and these »

Microsoft’s Bing search engine was originally released in 2009. Meant as a competitor to Google, Bing combines the company’s past search engines – including MSN Search, Windows Live Search, and Live Search – to provide its users with the ability to search the internet for websites, images, videos, and geographic »

Supercomputers aren’t exactly new. The first machine that was ever considered a supercomputer was built all the way back in 1960, when UNIVAC developed the Livermore Atomic Research Computer, or LARC, for use by the U.S. Navy. Additional supercomputers came throughout the following decades – but none of them can »

The concept of an online resume isn’t exactly new. Jobseekers have been posting their resumes, portfolios, and professional profiles online ever since the dawn of the internet. However, given the increasing reliance on remote workers, the amount of online resumes is steadily growing. While this gives employers plenty of options »

Modern cloud services give individuals and enterprises access to resources that they wouldn’t otherwise have. While many of these offerings are centered on cloud-based data storage, software-as-a-service, and similar products, MacStadium – a cloud-based service that focuses on virtualized Mac devices – has recently added a virtual Mac desktop solution »

Whether you love it or hate it, cryptocurrency is here to stay. While the volatility of the market currently causes cryptocurrency to go up and down in price, at seemingly random intervals, it’s stable enough to attract the attention of the world’s largest custodian bank. Cryptocurrency and BNY Mellon America’s »

Formerly known as G Suite, Google Workspace is a suite of cloud computing and productivity tools designed by the developed team at Google. It features a plethora of programs that many users have come to know and love, and, judging by the slew of recent updates, Google Workspace will be »

The team at Amazon recently announced the closure of Wickr Me at the end of 2023. A free service, Wickr Me was an instant messaging service that supported end-to-end encryption, file sharing, and more. The announcement just over a year after AWS acquired Wickr, and the news came as a »

Concepts like GPS (Global Positioning System) and digital mapping have been around for a long time. They were both used in specialty systems well before reaching consumer hands, and their popularity has only exploded with the proliferation of modern smartphones. The team behind Hivemapper, however, is pioneering a brand new »

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has made a lot of headlines as of late – and it hasn’t been all good news. One of their latest innovations, however, shows a lot of promise for both Meta and the future of online video streaming. According to their latest reports, they’ve »

Microsoft PowerToys were first introduced with Windows 95. They’ve been updated with nearly every new release of Windows since then, with the exceptions of Windows Vista, 7, and 8, and they’ve always been available as freeware utilities for anyone who wishes to download, install, and use them. They latest versions »

Microsoft Teams was officially unveiled in early 2017. Designed as a communication platform to keep local and remote workers connected, much like Slack, Microsoft Teams really exploded in popularity amidst the COVID-19 pandemic of 2019 and 2020. Now boasting more than 250 million monthly users and counting, it’s one of »

Vulnerability scanning isn’t exactly new. It’s a viable way to identify and diagnose network or system issues that aren’t readily available. Techniques like this have been used for years in areas like computer security and digital forensics, and it’s the effectiveness of modern vulnerability scanning is only improving with time. »

Consumers have had access to the Amazon Echo and the Alexa personal assistant since late 2014, and the technology only seems to be growing in popularity with time. It’s become so popular as of late that some consumers are wondering how they can bring this technology with them on the »

Billed as the “world’s first home WiFi system,” Amazon’s Eero router is making headlines all across the IT industry. Not only did they announce two brand new mesh routers earlier in 2022, but they announced a third – the Eero PoE (power-over-Ethernet) 6 – at their fall hardware and services »

Developers have been steadily improving modern artificial intelligence (AI) systems over the past decade. It’s become so popular that the OpenAI research lab was formed in 2015 as a type of open-source platform to spur AI development into the future. One of their most anticipated projects to date, DALL-E, is »

Graphic artists and designers have been obsessing over image quality for years. Even in the days before digital was the norm, photographers went to great pains – and great expense – to purchase the best quality film, lenses, and cameras that money could buy. While traditional photographers like this still »

The abundance of data being produced in the Information Age provides plenty of opportunities for social studies and ethical experimentation. In most scenarios, however, the individuals being studied are away of the experiment. Unfortunately, this wasn’t the case when LinkedIn performed their recent social experiments on approximately 20 million of »

It was August 4, 2022 when the Twilio team first became aware of a sophisticated social engineering attack that was being used to steal the credentials of their employees. Due to the advanced nature of the phishing attack, it was a success – and the hackers were then able to »

While security exploits, vulnerabilities, and flaws are nothing new for Windows users, the development team with Microsoft has finally issued a patch for the DogWalk vulnerability. Since it was first discovered in 2019, Microsoft was hesitant to label it a specific vulnerability. However, this changed in August 2022, when the »

With the Apple iPhone 14 currently under production, Apple loyalists are already beginning to speculate at the next-gen features that might be included. There are no shortage of rumors surrounding the next iteration of Apple’s iPhone, from potential changes in the general design, to pricing, and even to possible new »

A recent warning from Apple is urging its users to update their devices – particularly iPads, iPhones, Mac computers, and some iPods – due to two separate security concerns that could let hackers gain full control over these devices. Making the matters worse is the fact that Apple has reported »

The team at Twitter deals with countless potential threats every single day. One in particular, a zero-day exploit that was uncovered in December 2021 and patched in January 2022, seems to be rearing its ugly head once again. Although Twitter first reported that no sensitive information was at risk due »

Retro gaming is making a comeback in a big way. Not only are new video games being developed to look and act like the classics, but gamers are being given new and innovative ways to revisit their favorite titles from the past. Nowhere is this more evident than Microsoft’s Xbox »

The executives behind GameStop are no strangers to breaking news. It wasn’t long ago when they made headlines as their stock began to skyrocket out of control, and, although it’s since reverted to a normal price, the driving forces behind GameStop are still very interested in tapping into new and »

Next-gen electronics are often given fancy names for a variety of reasons. Not only do they generate more buzz and interest in the product, but a unique name can really set the device apart from its competition, too. The development team at Nothing really took this idea to heart with »

Artificial intelligence (AI) is growing more sophisticated every single day. While past systems were only capable of giving binary commands in the form of a yes or a no, some modern AI systems are capable of mimicking human thought, behavior, and speech with a great degree of accuracy. In fact, »

Originally founded in 2013 and purchased by Amazon in 2018, the Amazon Ring is a smart doorbell that doubles as a video surveillance device. Not only does it ensure that all of your packages are delivered on time and without damage, but they’ve been used in a number of legal »

Making its debut in 2005, Google Talk was one of the earliest instant messaging services to include full support for voice chat. Given the recent popularity of apps like Zoom, Skype, and even Google Hangouts, however, the writing has been on the wall for quite some time. As such, the »

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are making headlines around the world as of late. Touted as a way of collecting, sharing, and preserving digital art, NFTs provide a blockchain-based form of ownership authentication that is easily tracked and verified. Given the sudden popularity of NFTs, it’s no surprise that customer relationship management »

Although Intel used to be a leading manufacturer of CPUs, they’ve recently seen some tough competition in the market. That, coupled with the general supply chain shortages sparked by the recent COVID-19 pandemic, has left Intel playing catch-up to some of their competitors. In an effort to put an end »

The concept of sentient AI has been the driving force behind many sci-fi novels and films for decades – but did Google’s AI platform just achieve sentience? According to one of their engineers, who has since been put on leave, the answer is a resounding yes. Highly Advanced AI It’s »

Users of the popular Mozilla Firefox web browser have even more reasons to rejoice with the implementation of Total Cookie Protection across all platforms. With the option switched on by default with all new installations, the move effectively makes Mozilla Firefox one of the most secure and private web browsers »

Social media has been at the center of much controversy as of late. From controversial Twitter bans to Facebook fact-checkers, the past few years have been tough for modern social media platforms. As a result, Republicans in the state of Texas are sponsoring a law that would effectively block what »

Most computer users have heard of the cloud by now. Existing as a collection of high-speed servers and databases, the cloud is a large-scale system that provides on-demand access to various resources. It’s the driving force behind many online enterprises and organizations today, and it will continue to shape the »

Salesforce acquired Slack in 2021, and they’re wasting no time when it comes to integrating and customizing the popular messaging app. In fact, they’ve announced a brand new toolkit that lets developers build their own Slack apps. Introducing the Salesforce Platform for Slack Known as the Salesforce Platform for Slack, »

The recent war in Ukraine has many countries clamoring to bolster their own defenses. With rumors of cyberattacks and cyber warfare, many of these efforts focus on building a strong cyberdefense. As such, it should come as no surprise that the Biden administration has several recommendations for businesses in the »

Retro video games are booming as of late. From vintage cartridges to brand new, retro-style products, there’s just something fascinating about those 8-bit graphics that have kept players coming back for decades. What nobody ever could have expected, however, is that Twitter would develop their own retro-inspired video game. '''Twitter »

Oracle maintains a lot of different hardware, software, and firmware. While this ultimately makes them one of the most prolific tech companies in the entire IT industry, it also means issuing hundreds of patches to support the various products on a long-term basis. Their most recent series of patches, issued »

The concept of smart eyewear isn’t exactly new. We’ve seen a few iterations in the past with mixed results and a fair share of controversy. However, the newest line of smart glasses, offered by Envision and developed using Google Glass, is anything but controversial. Envision’s smart glasses aren’t meant for »

Laptop users are no strangers to malicious software. This is especially true for mobile users who regularly switch between public and private Wi-Fi networks, as they’re usually exposed to even more threats than those who user their devices solely at home or in secured environments. Regardless, most malware is easily »

Linux fans have been clamoring for a full-scale, dedicated mobile OS for years. While Apple has their own mobile OS that comes equipped on every iPhone, and with Windows phones available too, Linux users have had very few options when it comes to mobile connectivity. Sure, there are a few »

According to recent polls, almost 70% of U.S. households own at least one smart home device – and it’s easy to see why. With options ranging from large home appliances like washers, dryers, refrigerators, and ovens, to simpler devices like smart light bulbs and even smartphones, it’s increasingly becoming more »

The team with Clearview AI is accustomed to using next-gen technology. Some of their solutions, including facial recognition scanning and verification, have been used by various law enforcement agencies across the globe. But with the recent Russian invasion of Ukraine, their advanced technology is being used in several new and »

Amazon Web Services, also known as AWS, is growing more popular every single day. With more than one million active users on a day-to-day basis, and with 10% of that number considered to be enterprise users, it’s easy to see how prominent their cloud service really is. Bolstering Cloud Infrastructure »

Modern businesses are migrating to the cloud in record numbers. But for some brick-and-more organizations, the process of transitioning to the cloud is easier said than done. With so many different service providers available, different security configurations, and a multitude of cloud-based apps to choose from, the typical cloud migration »

You’ve probably already heard the term “metaverse” tossed around quite a bit over the past few months. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, made headlines when he announced a new metaverse centered on Facebook – now officially known as Meta Platforms – but what exactly does he mean? What does he »

In years past, consumers who lived in areas deemed high-risk by the U.S. government, including many poor and underserved communities, were ineligible for certain benefits. This process, known as redlining, has roots dating all the way back to the 1930s. Although many see it as an archaic process that was »

With modern cryptocurrency growing in popularity and engineers coming up with new, innovative ways to use blockchain technology, many are still left searching for an unbreakable level of blockchain security; and they may have found it with quantum key distribution (QKD) and quantum cryptography. What is Quantum Key Distribution? To »

Wi-Fi 6 is the latest IEEE standard for wireless connectivity. Serving as the direct successor to the 801.11ac standard, Wi-Fi 6 was finalized in September 2020 and approved in February 2021. But what exactly is Wi-Fi 6, and how does it improve on the wireless technology of years past? '''Greater »

Google’s Chrome OS may have just launched in 2010, but it’s came a long way since then. While its original design was nothing more than a modern web browser, today’s version of Google Chrome OS is nearly unrecognizable when compared to its predecessor. In fact, some experts believe that Chrome »

According to recent reports, Twitter boasts over 190 million active users on a daily basis. With so many users, there are bound to be a few who use this platform as a way to voice their complaints about consumer products. Considering Twitter itself is operating in the IT industry, it’s »

We’re all familiar with QR (quick response) codes by now. Originally invented in 1994 and introduced shortly thereafter for the purpose of tracking vehicles throughout the various manufacturing phases, it was eventually adopted into the world of IT. Primarily meant for mobile users, these codes are easily scanned by modern »

If you enjoyed mobile tech in the late 1990s or early 2000s, there’s a good chance that you owned a BlackBerry. Amongst the earliest and most popular mobile devices ever launched, BlackBerry devices took on many different iterations throughout the years. From two-way pagers to the earliest smartphones, BlackBerry devices »

Apple’s operating systems are often considered amongst the most secure platforms available. Not only are there fewer Apple machines in use, but the developers with Apple always make security their topmost priority. Because of this, Apple users have come to expect certain levels of security and privacy when using their »

Microsoft has recently reported on a new, highly destructive malware assault that is currently targeting various organizations throughout Ukraine. While malware is nothing new, even for large organizations in Ukraine, the recent attacks are thought to be spurred on by recent political events in the area. Looking at the Malware »

Big Tech is a very subjective term. To some, it refers specifically to the four or five major tech companies – Alphabet (Google), Amazon, Apple, Meta (Facebook), and, sometimes, Microsoft. Since these five companies comprise 66% of all fiber-optic cable usage around the world, and since fiber-optic cable accounts for »

Cryptocurrency is taking the world by storm. From the most popular formats like Bitcoin, Monero, Ethereum, and XRP, to lesser known offerings like Tether, Stellar, and Amp, there is no shortage of digital currency on the market today. In an effort to keep pace, it seems that Walmart is now »

Originally founded in 1999, Eurostar provides an international high-speed rail service between the United Kingdom, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands. Generally considered to be an affordable, efficient, and convenient means of travel, Eurostar is the subject of recent controversy after announcing facial recognition tests at London’s St. Pancras International. '''A »

The team with Clearview AI aims to build the first-ever “search engine for faces” thanks to a federal patent that was recently filed – and granted – for its proprietary facial recognition technology. While it’s certainly not the first facial recognition system we’ve seen, Clearview AI’s software is expected to »

Although they’re one of the most recognizable names in online shopping, Amazon is also building a reputation around their cloud platform and, specifically, service for governmental defense. Originally launched in 2011 with the AWS GovCloud, and later updated with the development of AWS Top Secret East in 2014, their newest »

As Google Cloud continues to strengthen its infrastructure, one of its latest announcements, known as the Cloud Intrusion Detection System, or IDS, is the first step in Google’s concept of invisible security on the cloud. Easily deployed with a couple clicks of your mouse, Google IDS provides a new frontline »

Most social media users have heard the news surrounding Facebook and its new umbrella company, Meta. With not only Facebook, but Instagram, Oculus VR, and WhatsApp all falling underneath the umbrella, it’s safe to say that the team with Meta certainly has their hands full. Couple this with a sharp »

The modern iPhone is becoming smarter with every release and update issued by Apple. While we now have nearly all the luxuries of a full-scale computer that fits in our pocket, and one that can even double as a point-of-sale device, we haven’t really been able to use our iPhones »

Broadband internet has revolutionized nearly every aspect of modern life. From shopping and working from home to high-performance gaming, it’s hard to imagine daily life without some form of high-speed internet. While most of us have been enjoying it for years or even decades, others have been left in the »

Although the first DDR memory prototype wasn’t unveiled to the public until 1997, the technology actually has roots that date back to the 1980s. This has given IT experts plenty of time to work with the technology, including the newest breakthroughs like DDR4 and DDR5 for use in high-end PCs »

Although employment discrimination is illegal in the United States, it’s a practice that occurs more than most jobseekers realize. It’s a claim that’s difficult to prove, so most unsuccessful applicants simply continue their job search elsewhere with giving it a second thought. Even more disturbing is the recent trend of »

We’ve already seen some incredible technological breakthroughs in the 21st century. Innovations like quantum computing and cryptocurrency have really set a precedent for the future of information technology, and the industry shows no signs of slowing any time soon. Unfortunately, some of these technologies might actually be working against each »

In a highly controversial move, 7-Eleven Australia recently rolled out a facial recognition program within stores throughout the country. While stores displayed new signs with vague warnings of facial recognition on the property, most had no idea how – or for what reason – their facial images were being scanned, »

With so much recent interest in cloud computing, and with more joining in the cloud computing craze every single day, the Australian government has made its move to begin certifying companies as Certified Strategic cloud service providers. Certification on the Highest Level It’s more than a simple designation. Having certification »

The experts at Acer are no strangers to ransomware. After all, it was just earlier this year when they fell victim to a $50MM ransomware attack. That attack, which took place in March 2021, was likely the result of vulnerabilities within Microsoft Exchange. Unfortunately, that would just mark the beginning »

No matter how you look at it, 2021 just hasn’t been a great year for providers of public utilities in the United States. While there’s always the normal, run-of-the-mill issues that just come with the territory, this past year has been an exceptional one to say the least. The problems »

Search engine optimization, commonly abbreviated as SEO, is nothing new. In fact, it’s an art form that has been mastered and refined throughout the years. Used to optimize a website or other piece of online content in order to maximize its exposure through modern search engines, SEO is a legitimate »

The team at Microsoft is used to dealing with their fair share of bugs, but the most recent exploit to affect Microsoft Azure, referred to as OMIGOD, uses an old hacking trick that is one of the easiest in the book. You don’t have to have an advanced degree in »

Ransomware is a growing threat that could affect any organization at any time. While next-gen technology has given us the ability to respond quicker and more efficiently than ever before, it’s still not enough. Given the widespread nature of ransomware attacks in the 21st century, it’s obvious that organizational network »

From a general standpoint, there are two different cloud environments: public and private. While these terms are self-explanatory, there is a third cloud model, known as a hybrid cloud, which provides the best of both worlds. By combining the security of a private cloud with one or more services from »

Despite having access to stronger security than ever before, IT systems around the world are still susceptible to hackers. Some of this can be chalked up to the ingenuity and dedication of the hackers themselves. However, some of it is a result of simple errors that could easily be avoided. »

It’s difficult to imagine using the internet without any sort of password protection. Not only are passwords used to protect your online accounts from unauthorized access, but, in many cases, they’re needed to access certain systems offline as well. But one company is hoping to do away with traditional password »

Security information and event management, or SIEM, describes a process that utilizes real-time security analysis with comprehensive logging and reporting. It’s this final act of data storage that makes SIEM a crucial element when trying to achieve compliance with data regulations and laws in the 21st century. '''SIEM at a »

There have been very few – if any – ransomware attacks on the scale that was seen in early May 2021; when Colonial Pipeline Co. was effectively shut down by a group known as DarkSide. As the company provides gasoline, diesel, home heating fuel and jet fuel at a rate »

Few industries are on the edge of breakthrough technology like the healthcare sector. Perhaps nowhere is this more evident than in the recent introduction of Olive AI, pioneered by Olive AI, Inc., which aims to bolster communications, treatment, and efficiency of healthcare in 2021 and beyond. '''Tackling a Series of »

China hasn’t exactly been known as pioneers of consumer data protection. In fact, they’ve notoriously remained one of the few developed countries left that doesn’t regulate or protect consumer data whatsoever – until recently. Set to go into effect in November 2021, China’s new regulations, known as the Personal Information »

Originally released decades ago, Microsoft Exchange Server has remained one of the most popular mail servers in existence for more than 25 years. The most recent stable release came in 2018, and while each iteration of the MS Exchange Server has experienced its share of hacks, viruses, and threats, it’s »

Computer problems can affect systems on any level. Nowhere is this more evident than in a recent malfunction aboard NASA's Hubble telescope, which was left inoperable for weeks following a series of computer issues. Thankfully, they've recently switched to a backup system and were able to resume business as usual »

Ransomware is a growing concern. While the most prolific attacks to date have targeted large businesses and corporations, consumers and everyday computer users are being affected in increasing numbers. Some of these ransomware infections are the result of sophisticated and concentrated attacks, but others are the result of dumb luck. »

According to their official website, Artwork Archive is "an art inventory platform that artists use to track their artwork, showcase their portfolio and grow their business." In other words, it provides a centralized hub for artists – both online and offline – to advertise and sell their art in a »

If you're an older computer user, you might be familiar with the defrag process. However, given the current state of modern technology, is defrag even necessary? More specifically, is it necessary to defrag a solid-state drive (SSD)? What is Defrag? For those of you who don't know, Windows has included »

One of the new features making its debut in Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Storage Sense provides yet another means of automatically managing data and optimizing your system's hard drives. However, there are a number of things you need to know before using Storage Sense – including how to enable the »

The expert team with IDrive has recently expanded on their Cloud Backup software with the release of IDrive Mirror. Built specifically for the cloud and capable of providing full image backups for systems running the Microsoft Windows operating system, including personal computers and servers, iDrive Mirror can provide a tremendous »

The reported number of malware and ransomware attacks continues to rise – and that doesn't even count for those that we don't hear about. According to a recent report by Arcserve, which scrutinized the general attitudes of IT experts throughout the industry, many organizations still have significant weaknesses that threaten »

Most banks in the United States have been historically known for securing more than money. With safe deposit boxes that can hold gold, precious gems, jewelry, and nearly anything in between, they've always been a secure location to store your valuables – unless you were trying to secure cryptocurrency like »

With so many consumers dependent on their smartphones, particularly the Android platform, it stands to reason that at least some of these users have experienced unexpected data loss at some time or another. This could be through no fault of your own – even the most advanced and resilient electronic »

While the cryptocurrency market has definitely had its fair share of ups and downs, these next-gen funds have received some significant backing from some unexpected sources as of late. None are more unexpected than El Salvador. The fact that they've recently made Bitcoin legal tender in their country made headlines »

With so much emphasis on artificial intelligence, particularly within the cloud, it was only a matter of time before we saw a fully managed, cloud-driven AI service – but that's exactly what Google's Vertex AI has to offer. In short, Vertex AI makes it easy for developers to deploy and »

Depending on its intended usage, a failed or dead Mac partition can result in a serious loss of productivity. However, it doesn't always have to result in the permanent loss of your data, too – as long as you follow these few simple steps. First, try not to use your »

NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, are a popular form of storing digital art and other collectibles. Although they first hit the scene in 2014, they've only recently started to make headlines on account of the astronomical prices that some are paying to own NFTs of digital artwork and other online mementos. »

Satellite internet hasn't always been known as reliable, fast, or efficient, but some recent innovations in the past few years might change that sooner than later. As services like Starlink begin to launch satellites into orbit and as military officials are seeing increased interest in using satellites for data-intensive applications, »

Despite a growing familiarity with IT in general, consumers and businesses alike are still struggling to backup their data. Whether it's a lack of understanding the advanced nature of data backup or the inability to recognize its importance, we still have a long way to go before our data is »

With more factories embracing automation and AI-driven technology more than ever before, it should come as no surprise that some of the biggest names in IT are starting to introduce their own solutions for the factory floor. Amazon Web Services, or AWS, is already getting ahead of the competition with »

Launched in 2013, Facebook AI has been spearheading research and development into the field of AI for quite some time. Their work has paid off in numerous ways, but the latest headlines might be the best yet. According to the recent news, the team with Facebook has joined forces with »

Amazon Redshift is used to performing multiple data queries on incredibly large datasets. In many ways, the entire platform was built to do just that. Launched in 2012 and serving as the backbone for Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the most popular cloud service providers in the world, the »

Artificial intelligence isn't exactly a new presence on the modern factory floor. Smart machinery – driven by AI – has been working alongside humans for quite some time now and, while it's not without its share of controversy, it's a trend that's on the rise. There's no denying the benefits »

To say that Google's data storage infrastructure is extensive would be a vast understatement. Not only are they responsible for powering Google's traditional search engine, which is arguably the most popular online search engine in history, but they also need to maintain their other offerings, too. Services like Gmail, Google »

You might not realize it, but there are some companies that are currently storing enormous amounts of data. We're talking about datasets so large that they can't be measured in megabytes, gigabytes or even terabytes. In many cases, these vast data stores consume several petabytes worth of raw data. And, »

Mass Mountain Technologies is a company that's on the move. While they might not be a household name quite yet, they hope to change all that with a serious of recent developments. Not only did they establish a secondary headquarters, but they also recently acquired a Minnesota-based company known as »

Having just gone public in September 2020, it's already been a turbulent time for the team at Snowflake. Not only did they raise nearly $4 billion during their IPO, making it the largest software IPO in history to date, but they even secured backing from the likes of Warren Buffet »

Solid-state drives, often abbreviated as SSDs, use non-volatile memory to store data in a manner that is far more efficient, quicker and reliable than the traditional, disk-based hard drives that you're probably familiar with. While it's still a relatively new form of data storage, businesses and consumers alike are embracing »

Often touted as an inexpensive and highly mobile alternative to the modern laptop, the Google Chromebook is generally marketed toward students and remote workers in BYOD (Bring-Your-Own-Device) environments. However, depending on your intended usage, a Google Chromebook might not be your ideal computer. Pro: Stability The operating system powering the »

Most of us can imagine what a modern data center might look like on the inside. Generally speaking, these facilities are home to large-scale servers that store massive amounts of data. But these servers aren't just holding your personal backup files. Instead, these facilities are responsible for maintaining the large »

For many consumers, it's hard to remember a time without high-speed internet. In some cases, younger generations have never known anything other than cable or DSL speeds. While modern internet speeds are light years beyond the transfer rates of just a few years ago, most of them pale in comparison »

Users of an alternative social media site, Parler, were left without an online home when Amazon Web Services – their web hosting service – pulled the plug on their site. Citing violent content and numerous posts that supported violence, the site was suddenly offline with no apparent means of access. »

VMware Cloud Foundation is a hybrid cloud platform for managing virtual machines and orchestrating containers. Officially in version 4.2, the VMware Cloud Foundation recently gained support for persistent storage. But that's not all that was included in the latest update. Introducing Persistent Storage At the heart of their latest update »

You don't have to look far to find recent cases of ransomware. According to a recent study, one ransomware attack occurred every 10 seconds in 2020. To put this in another perspective, ransomware gangs made off with more than $350 million in stolen funds in 2020 – and these trends »

Officially founded in 2014, Project Zero is an international team of security analysts and researchers who are employed by Google as a means of finding vulnerabilities in new technology. However, the group's roots are traceable all the way back to 2010, when internal Google employers found that they were regularly »

Originally referred to as Team Drives, Google's Shared Drives service facilitates the sharing of data between the different members of a group. Although it's most often used in business and enterprise settings when sharing files between co-workers, it can be used in other instances, too – including academic and home »

Capcom is one of the most prolific video game companies in the world. Following their earlier success with such hits like the Mega Man franchise, and later on, Resident Evil, it's safe to say that they have extensive databases that are nearly overflowing with customer info. Unfortunately, systems of this »

If you've been to any major city in any country within the past few years, you've likely noticed the amount of security cameras. From shopping outlets and restaurants to private residences and even on street corners, it's hard not to notice the amount of electronic devices that seem to be »

The WhatsApp Messenger, often referred to simply as WhatsApp, is a fully integrated online messaging and Voice-over-IP (VoIP) service that has gained a lot of popularity as of late. Since it combines so much functionality into a single package, it's great for modern mobile users who are always on the »

Most modern websites actively use cookies to track your internet activities. This is exactly how they remember the items in your online shopping cart, even after you logoff and return, or how they know exactly what ads to show you when you visit them on the web from day to »

It wasn't long ago when schools started distributing notebook and laptop computers to their students. The trend quickly picked up around the world, with children of all ages receiving free or discounted computers from their schools. While the majority of these initiatives had nothing but the best intentions, some critics »

It's not always easy being an international business – just ask the experts at Amazon and Google. While neither company is a stranger to costly penalties, fees and fines, neither one is happy about the recent fines levied against them by French officials. According to recent reports, Google has been »

The SolarWinds breach made headlines all across the world in mid-December 2020, and for good reason. With so much uncertainty being cast around the recent presidential election in the United States, the attack actually served to fuel the flames of doubt even further. They're also causing a lot of confusion »

In 2017, the Australian government performed a thorough review of the various security agencies operating within the country. Officially a part of Australia's cyber security strategy, which was unveiled back in 2016, the review ultimately decided on several key technologies moving forward. The Past Firstly, the country was to implement »

Hackers don't always use sophisticated tactics or next-gen technology to break into the accounts of their victims. In some cases, all it takes is a little bit of guesswork. It's a technique known as "credential stuffing," and it's becoming more commonplace than you might realize. What is Credential Stuffing? Credential »

Although the United States Postal Service (USPS) has been struggling over the past few years, they're dedicated to continuing their traditional Operation Santa program. Through the initiative, children within the U.S. are able to write letters directly to Santa – addressed to the North Pole – and have them answered »

The Global Positioning System, known more commonly simply as GPS, was invented all the way back in 1973. However, it wasn't officially made available until 1978, when it was strictly for use by military personnel only. It was finally made available to the general public in the 1980s, but it »

Whether you love them or hate them, there's no denying the fact that the team at Facebook is always working to improve their social media network. One of their latest attempts is a highly concentrated effort that focuses specifically on hate speech. According to recent reports, Facebook's AI-driven algorithms are »

Facial recognition technology is touted as a next-gen way to bolster safety across the globe. Targeted for use in applications such as law enforcement and security, current facial recognition systems are already quite sophisticated. Despite their controversy, they've already proven their use in tracking, identifying, and helping law enforcement officers »

With more employees working from home than ever before, and even more relying on remote video calls to take care of day-to-day business, many novice computer users suddenly find themselves with the task of installing, using, and maintaining Zoom. It can be overwhelming for new users. Between recording meetings on »

Hybrid cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and quantum computing are amongst the biggest emerging technologies in the 21st century. While there's already been a great deal of progress in these areas by companies like IBM and many others, there's still a long road ahead before any of these technologies are »

While Intel remains one of the biggest names in the IT industry, it's hard to ignore the steps they've been taking to downsize over recent years. Not only did they make headlines in 2019 when they struck a deal with Apple to sell their digital cellular modem division, but they »

Modern tech giants have been accused of monopolization in the past. From earlier battles with Microsoft in the 1990s to recent accusations against Apple regarding the mobile game market, these companies aren't exactly strangers to such criticism. Nonetheless, the latest accusations – targeting Google for holding monopolies on search engine »

Whether you're ready or not, the next generation of consoles is upon us. Ushered in by systems like the Sony PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X (and Series S), the new video game consoles are set to hit shelves this holiday season. But what are the storage options like »

Solid-state drives, also known as SSDs, are becoming more commonplace in consumer-grade computers. Not only are they commonly featured in desktop systems, particularly those meant for gaming, but they're routinely used in laptops as well. In fact, using an SSD to store your computer's operating system files can make a »

It's no secret that Google maintains a strong relationship with federal and local law enforcement agencies in the United States. Not only do they provide online search data in 88% of all requests received from law enforcement, but they can also be subpoenaed – without the need for a judge »

Facial recognition technology isn't exactly new. Modern systems work by scanning one's face, particularly their unique facial features, and comparing the results against a comprehensive database. While there's no denying that such systems can be invaluable tools in certain applications, including law enforcement, this technology isn't without its share of »

Apple's iOS 14 is the latest version of the iPhone's operating system to date. Released in September 2020, most consumers are only now starting to get their hands on the new platform. However, according to earlier news reports, it seems that some users were able to experience iOS 14 several »

Facebook is finally starting to take a proactive approach to the spread of fake news. As unverifiable facts and, in some cases, downright misinformation is continually being pushed across the popular social media site, it's important to have some amount of moderation. Flagging Posts with False or Misleading Information You »

Law enforcement agencies have been known to take some highly controversial measures when it comes to tracking criminal activity around the globe. Although there are strict rules governing the use of data in the United States, they aren't effective enough. There are a number of hoops one could go through, »

Data sharing is an ever-evolving practice that has roots in the earliest days of computing. From sharing physical floppy disks and, later on, CD-ROMs, DVDs, and Blu-Rays, all the way to modern peer-to-peer file sharing software, computer users have been sharing data since the beginning. Given the rapid development of »

According to tradition, Apple and Intel have always been on opposite sides of the playing field. This was primarily due to the fact that Intel provided support for Microsoft Windows, the topmost rival of Apple. However, all of this changed in 2005; when Apple not only embraced Intel processors, but »

It's no secret that some celebrities were only made famous – and rich – as a result of social media. YouTube is perhaps the biggest and most visible example of social media site that actually pays ordinary consumers who create content, and the site has experienced explosive growth as a »

Nobody is safe from the reach of next-gen hackers. While many of their attacks are reserved for large-scale organizations and, in some cases, individuals, you never know when or where they'll strike next. Unfortunately for many law enforcement officers in the United States, they've become recent targets for the activist »

If you're not familiar with the Chinese company known as Tencent by now, you will be soon enough. The country's leader in online gaming currently has a hand in titles like Honour of Kings, Fortnite, and Player Unknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) made an announcement in 2018 to begin restructuring their company »

There's no question that Internet bandwidth speeds have been steadily increasing throughout the years. In 2007, high-speed Internet users in the U.S. averaged approximately 3.6 Mbps, or Megabits per second. In 2017, just 10 years later, that number rose to nearly 19 Mbps. Now that we're well into 2020, bandwidth »

At first glance, the new app, known as Care19, looks like a great tool. Developed by a company called ProudCrowd and based out of North Dakota, the app has already been sanctioned as the official app for tracking the spread of covid-19 around the state. According to recent reports, however, »

The number of new unemployment claims in the United States is simply staggering. Since the onset of the recent covid-19 pandemic, approximately 30 million jobless workers are seeking state benefits. Couple this with the fact that the pandemic is not even officially over, and the fact that widespread riots and »

Online privacy is a growing concern across the board. Facing increased threats from viruses, malicious software, spyware, and hackers, consumers and businesses are all racing to protect their privacy in the Information Age. While large-scale companies and enterprises face far bigger challenges when it comes to protecting their data, some »

The Apple Watch is a rather ingenious device. Reminiscent of the high-tech wristwatch worn by the likes of Dick Tracy and other fictional detectives, the Apple Watch provides its wearer with even more functionality than anyone could have imagined just a decade or two ago. Despite the usefulness of the »

When we think of data backup plans, most of us immediately think of small businesses and large-scale enterprises. For entities like this, routine data backup is essential. In an emergency, it could mean the difference between doing "business as usual" and closing the doors for good. However, most consumers don't »

Originally founded in 1997, Netflix has exploded in popularity as of late. The widespread availability of high-speed Internet was a major factor in pushing the streaming video service across the world, and new members are signing up every single day. However, with some viewers known for binge-watching entire seasons of »

China's new cryptography law went into effect on January 1, 2020. Originally drafted in 2017, it was years before it was finally approved. But what is the purpose of their new law? More importantly, how has it affected life in China over the past few months? The New Law In »

One of the most innovative and unique products to come from Apple, the Apple Watch, which was first unveiled in 2015, gives users nearly all the functionality of a smartphone in a product that fits securely on their wrists. Not only is it capable of voice-based phone calls and text »

Data recovery takes many different forms. In the most traditional sense, data recovery can be as simple as copying data from an archive onto a new system. Whether your archive is a CD, DVD, USB drive, or a cloud server is irrelevant. Likewise, it doesn't matter if you're talking about »

You've unlikely heard of the coronavirus by now. Between sweeping school closures, work cancellations, and the postponement of nearly all live entertainment across the globe, almost every one of us has been affected in some way. Thankfully, however, there are some bright minds working on a cure – and they're »

It's no secret that China has been trying to decrease its dependence on U.S.-made software and hardware for quite some time. They've taken an incredibly proactive stance against Microsoft Windows – one of the most popular computer operating systems around the world – and have even gone so far as »

There's no denying the hazards posed by malicious software in the 21st century. Not only do unscrupulous apps target innocent and unsuspecting computer users, but some of the newest programs – according to researchers – are specifically aimed at children. While the use of malware isn't a new phenomenon by »

Online bandwidth congestion is a growing problem. As more users now rely on the Internet on a regular basis, for everything from working to streaming online music or video, some services are actually beginning to limit the amount of overall bandwidth that's available to their users. '''Looking at YouTube and »

There's no denying the speeds of today's cable modems. Even DSLs provide significantly more bang for the buck than the dial-up modems of the Internet's earliest days. But are you receiving the actual speeds that you're paying for? Depending on your service provider, the answer might be a resounding "no." »

Recognized as the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world, Ancestry.com is one of the most popular websites for those who are interested in learning more about their family's history. With millions of satisfied customers to date, it should come to no surprise that law enforcement officials also use the »

The race for 5G wireless technology is heating up. Although service providers started deploying 5G in 2019, it will still be some time before it becomes commonplace. Nonetheless, this hasn't stopped optimistic and enthusiastic developers from making big plans for the future. 5G Meets Augmented Reality Some of the latest »

Consumers are worried about their online privacy more than ever before – and for good reason. With cyber-threats and attacks becoming even more prevalent than in years past, there is a genuine cause for concern. Given the scope and scale of the hacks we've seen thus far in the 21st »

Let's face it – there's a lot of emphasis placed on cyber-defense in the 21st century. While it's troubling enough that consumers are increasingly worried about their personal information being leaked or stolen via the Internet, it's even scarier when it happens to those in the senior ranks of national »

While the threat of malicious software and would-be identity thieves continues to grow out of control, consumers find themselves taking up yet another fight – the fight over their own personal data. In many ways, giving consumers greater control over their personal information will help to combat the threats of »

OpenText, a software developer based out of Canada, might not be a household name just yet; but they're hoping to change all that following a series of acquisitions that is marked with their recent purchase of Carbonite. Known as an industry leader in data storage, backup, and endpoint protection, the »

Given the prevalence of digital threats in the Information Age, more and more companies are enlisting the help of proven cybersecurity experts to ensure the safety of their systems. In a recent move, Jeanette Manfra, a highly influential cybersecurity expert who formerly worked with the United States Department of Homeland »

Originally announced at the HPE Discover 2019 event, which took place in June 2019, the HPE Primera and Secure Edge Data Center for Microsoft Azure Stack marks the "dawn of the intelligence era" for the HPE brand as a whole. What is HPE Primera? With a guarantee of 100% data »

Mobile gaming is taking the world by storm. Gamers are no longer restrained to home consoles, bulky desktop computers, or even laptops. Instead, they're using their mobile smartphones to scratch that gaming itch. Although they face a number of limitations – including the total amount of storage on their smartphone »

Facial recognition is a highly controversial topic as we move into 2020 and beyond. While there are certainly many advantages and benefits associated with the technology, it's not without its exploits and faults – all of which need to be considered before we embrace modern facial recognition algorithms for mainstream »

As the number of reported ransomware attacks continues to rise, companies around the globe are strengthening their systems and increasing security across the board. In an effort to mitigate any potential damage done in the wake of such an incident, it's not unusual to see an organization go to great »

There's no question that ransomware attacks are becoming more sophisticated. Not only are hackers targeting bigger and more prolific companies with their malicious software, but they're using more innovative tools than ever before. Some are even targeting secondary storage devices – like network-attached storage (NAS) and other backup storage devices. »

There has been a lot of news surrounding Apple iPhone encryption over the past few years. From a legal fight in 2016 to block access to an iPhone that was once owned by a slain Islamic sympathizer and murderer to recent pressure by U.S. lawmakers to downgrade their encryption methods, »

Open source software is quickly gaining popularity as an alternative to the mainstream programs and apps that have dominated our devices for years. At the same time, cryptocurrency markets like Bitcoin are being praised for their decentralized design. When coupled together, these two breakthroughs hold significant potential for the future »

Despite our best efforts, it's virtually impossible to protect data from hackers and cyber criminals in the 21st century. Not only are they able to gain access to encrypted data, including highly sensitive information, but some even use that information to impersonate individuals and for other, equally nefarious purposes. '''Making »

While users of Kik Messenger were disheartened to hear of their app's shutdown in September 2019, it seems they'll be able to continue using the popular instant messaging app after all. It was originally reported that Kik Interactive would be switching their focus to a brand new cryptocurrency, Kin, and »

Amazon's Alexa first made headlines in November 2014. Developed by the eCommerce giant, Amazon, the virtual assistant was originally featured in the Amazon Echo device and Amazon Echo Dot smart speakers. It's useful for many different activities, including playing music or audiobooks, setting alarms and notifications, providing news updates, and »

We often hear about malware affecting personal computers, laptops, and smartphones of consumers across the world. After all, it's incredibly easy to download a virus or malware that's disguised to mimic legitimate software and, in some cases, actual programs and apps are infected or taken over without the developer's knowledge. »

The technology driving artificial intelligence (AI) has come a long way in a very short amount of time. From its earliest days in colleges and universities to more modern applications in video gaming and even "smart" home appliances, AI is transforming our day-to-day lives in ways we never thought possible »

Although it's far from perfect, artificial intelligence (AI) has a lot of potential in the 21st century. With applications ranging from next-gen video gaming to "smart" home appliances, highly sophisticated medical devices, and even more, AI could revolutionize daily life within the next few years. But AI is still in »

Self-driving cars are in the news a lot lately. While autonomous cars have been around, in one form or another, since the 1980s, they've recently begun moving closer to the mainstream consumer market with contributions from Tesla, Uber, Waymo, Cruise, and more. Although they've already come a long way since »

Unless you were using a computer in the 1960s and 1970s, you might not be familiar with the traditional floppy disk. No, we're not talking about the 3.5" floppy disks, or the earlier model measuring 5.25", either. Instead, we're talking about the original floppy disk – measuring as an 8" »

China has made a lot of news lately on the topic of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology; and for all the wrong reasons. With accusations of state-sponsored hacking as well as a recent hest of nearly $90 million USD in Bitcoin and Ethereum, much of the news coming from the country »

It's impossible to overstate the importance of protecting your personal information. Whether you're trying to safeguard your online accounts against hackers or even if you're just trying to keep your smartphone's data away from prying eyes, there are several different methods you can use; including password protection, encryption, and more. »

Macintosh computers are generally known for their performance, efficiency, and reliability. They're useful for everyday activities, like checking your email, browsing the Internet, and playing games – and they're the industry standard for professions like audio design, video editing and other, CPU-intensive applications. As such, you can imagine the panic »

With growing concerns over online threats like cybercrime and cyber terrorism, the world's biggest and most prolific search engine – Google – recently updated their Chrome web browser to highlight websites that aren't secure. Now marked with an unavoidable label saying "not sure," these sites could always be differentiated by »

Cybercrime and, in particular, cyber terrorism, isn't to be taken lightly. Service providers around the world are beginning to crackdown on the disturbing practice – and for good reason. Not only do some of these threats target computers – including personal systems and governmental servers – but some of them »

In an attempt to make their services more accessible to AWS users, Druva recently introduced an intelligent, tiered storage system that includes support for S3, Glacier, and Glacier Deep Archive. As businesses are clamoring for more data storage space in the 21st century, many of them are shocked at the »

The team at Sesame Software certainly knows a thing or two about data storage. Considered an industry leader in enterprise data management, they've recently released the latest iteration of their comprehensive suite of data management utilities. Known as Relational Junction Data Warehouse Builder 6.1, the solution supports advanced business intelligence, »

Whether you've dealt with bill collectors or telemarketers, there's a good chance that you've encountered a robocall at one point or another. Some of them are obvious, while others use sneaky tricks and tactics to try and cover their tracks. In either case, they've become a real nuisance – and »

In one of the most impressive displays of machine learning to date, the Deep Density Displacement Model, or D3M, has created a three-dimensional simulation of our entire universe. Ironically enough, the D3M system is so complex that the original developers – a team of astrophysicists – don't even know exactly »

With so much buzz around cloud computing and, in particular, cloud-based data storage, it's no surprise to see so many embracing the cloud for storage. It's a growing trend amongst consumers and businesses alike, and more data is being uploaded to cloud servers every single day. However, as IT experts »

Online advertising tends to get a bad rap. From ads that obstruct web content to sneaky product placement, many consumers are fed up with online advertisements altogether. Some ads even use your browsing history or personal information – which is gleaned from various databases that are stored on your computer's »

Although it's still in its infancy, facial recognition technology is already a highly controversial subject. While some of the earliest applications have proven successful, and some have even resulted in the capture of wanted criminals around the globe, most facial recognition technologies are riddled with inconsistencies. Because of this, many »

The need for online privacy and data security is greater than ever before. With more and more businesses flocking to online and cloud-based solutions to take care of their data storage needs, along with more threats from hackers and malicious users, it's a seemingly never-ending battle. But one newly formed »

You've likely already heard of quantum computing. A highly advanced concept, quantum computing could pave the way for unprecedented storage capacities, even faster processing speeds, and more. But what if we applied this concept to the Internet? According to some experts, this might be the solution to eliminating the threat »

The Flash Memory Summit is an annual event held in the state of California. Featuring some of the most popular and prominent names in the niches of data storage, data backup, and data recovery, it's the ideal place for technology enthusiasts of all types – from computer software and hardware »

Recently emerging from stealth with a total of $51 million in capital from two funding rounds, Clumio is already shaping up to make a huge impact on the niche of data backup and recovery. Their flagship product, which currently only supports VMware and VMware-on-AWS, is a highly innovative solution for »

Highly advanced artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly making its way into mainstream society. From popular video games to next-gen software and even AI-powered robotics, it certainly seems that we're heading into a future that relies heavily on AI. But AI is useful in scenarios other than automation and decision-making – »

Modern GPS devices have undergone a great deal of change over the past few years. While the earliest models were bulky devices, today's GPS devices are much more compact. Some even rely on software-based GPS systems, either within their smartphone or the vehicle itself, to navigate from destination to destination. »

The modern keyboard has undergone a lot of changes over the years. From its days with the earliest typing machines and typewriters to virtual, software-based keyboards of the 21st century, they've taken many different forms. While many users prefer the full-size, QWERTY keyboards that are common with desktop and laptop »

Cloud computing is touted for its accessibility and efficiency. Specifically, it's often cited as the ideal platform for collaboration, sharing, and team-based development – but it's not limited to documents, software, and reporting. Instead, it has applications in nearly every discipline – including medicine and drug discovery. In fact, there »

Social media has been a hotbed of debate as of late. With concerns over major data breaches and, in some cases, the removal of controversial posts and accounts, it seems that social media will never please everyone. However, according to recent studies, it seems that Democrats and Republicans often have »

Silicon Valley isn't just the epicenter for technology in the United States. What many don't realize is the fact that Silicon Valley draws interest from investors from all around the globe – and they're pursuing many different endeavors. One of the most recent names to make a presence in Silicon »

The Best Buy Geek Squad is nothing new. First formed in 1994 as an independent technical support and troubleshooting service, the group partnered with Best Buy in 2004 – effectively introducing them to locations all throughout the United States and Canada. While they've been troubleshooting devices and fixing computers every »

BlueKeep is the name given to a Microsoft-specific security vulnerability that was originally reported in May 2019. Although Windows 2000 is the only operating system that has reported vulnerabilities to BlueKeep, its effect could end up being catastrophic if left unchecked. Since it centers on the Remote Desktop Services utility »

The concept of smart cars has everybody asking the question: just how smart are they? What kind of information are they tracking and how are they using it? More importantly, do the police have the right to see this data? What about GPS data, complete with information on your recent »

YouTube has come a long way since its original launch in early 2005. Initially meant as a video sharing service between friends, the popularity of YouTube was spurred by two major public events: the Janet Jackson Super Bowl incident in 2004 and the devastating tsunami that occurred on December 26 »

Some novice users are under the impression that SaaS (software-as-a-service) means they no longer have to backup their important files. However, this simply isn't the case. While cloud-based SaaS can provide significant data protection, and can even be utilized in the case of an emergency, it shouldn't serve as your »

With Android devices taking more than 85 percent of the world's mobile device market share, and with more than 40 percent in the U.S. alone, Android remains one of the most popular mobile operating systems in existence. It's also incredibly easy to backup your Android data – which should always »

The debate between tape-based backup and modern storage solutions will likely continue for quite some time. With some diehards and veterans sticking to their guns, which are, albeit, rather useful in certain scenarios, experts in the new school would prefer to take advantage of next-gen technology wherever possible. Both have »

Innovations like machine learning and artificial intelligence are set to shape the future of many industries – including finance – in significant ways. According to recent reports, AI will save businesses in the banking industry more than $1 trillion by 2030 – and that's not all. From improving customer service »

Although its name would suggest otherwise, serverless computing doesn't actually remove the server from the equation altogether. Instead, it refers to a common cloud computing model that has the cloud service provider actually running the server and managing overall resource allocation across the system. It also has many additional applications, »

Disk Drill 3 is a popular file recovery program that is specifically designed with macOS and iOS devices in mind. Whereas many of today's solutions focus on the Windows operating system, Disk Drill 3 is a great solution for today's millions of Mac users. Understanding the different versions As its »

Windows 10 is one of the most popular operating systems ever released by Microsoft. According to recent studies, Windows 10 held nearly 40 percent of the desktop market share at the end of 2018. Moreover, Windows 10 has only been available to the public for a few short years. In »

With artificial intelligence already sweeping the headlines in nearly every industry imaginable, it's hard to imagine how the technology could become even more sophisticated – but it has. Announced in early April 2019, Qualcomm's Cloud AI 100, is a server-oriented iteration of its already proven AI technology. Moreover, their technology »

The CIA isn't exactly a stranger to cloud computing. In fact, they've spent the past six years using a highly classified commercial cloud via Amazon Web Services. Now they're nearing the end of their agreement – a contract worth $600 million over a 10-year period – and the CIA is »

The experts with Veritas are no strangers to the world of data backup. With their flagship product, Veritas NetBackup, previously known as Symantec NetBackup, they've been providing cross-platform backup functionality to users of Windows, Linux, and more. However, they've been notably absent from the IBM Marketplace – until now. Their »

Whether you love it or hate it, the Google Cloud – and the services it provides – is growing. One of their most recent addition comes in the way of Cohesity Cloud Backup for Google Cloud, and, as expected, it provides a highly efficient, streamlined, and accessible way of perform »

With sites like Facebook and LinkedIn dominating the social media landscape, MySpace is all but an afterthought. Although it's nearly faded into obscurity at this point, MySpace has made its way back into the top headlines – for all the wrong reasons. Deleting History Remember the MySpace music player that »

While digital currencies like Bitcoin are certainly gaining a lot of interest amongst mainstream investors and consumers alike, there's no denying the plethora of horror stories involving modern cryptocurrencies. From the bursting of the recent Bitcoin bubble to ransomware attacks involving millions of dollars in digital coinage, there's simply no »

Personal data privacy is a hot issue as of late. It's easy to see why – with hundreds of reported data breaches every year in the United States alone, and with millions of records compromised, it's time to get a handle on these issues before they truly become insurmountable. Fortunately, »

Touted as the world's most secure, AWS-native data protection solution available today, the Cloud Daddy Secure Backup utility, or CDSB, has recently received an update. Not only does this effectively change the current version to 1.4, but it includes several notable features that customers are sure to find useful. Joe »

The world of cloud-based backup software and services is on the rise. For many, it's become a critical part of doing business in the 21st century. Maintaining a full backup of your system is just as essential as any other areas of operations and, in some cases, it's even more »

Interactive and informative content is the lifeblood of any website in the 21st century. Whether it's an award-winning news outlet or a niche blog, the art of content development often means all the difference between success and failure. It's a fine line that's not always easy for human writers and »

The popularity of Kubernetes has exploded over the past few years, ultimately driving the name from complete obscurity to mainstream appeal within the IT sector in virtually no time at all. As much of its growth coincides with the newfound appeal of containers, Kubernetes is increasingly seen across cloud frameworks »

Container-based storage platforms are gaining increased interest as of late. As they are capable of providing greater mobility, efficiency, and accessibility than ever before, it's easy to see why they've become such a popular trend. According to recent reports from Gartner, more than half of all businesses will use containers »

As the demand for professional data storage services continues to grow around the world, Microsoft has recently announced the opening of brand new data centers located in Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa. Not only does it solidify Microsoft's position is the first global service provider to offer cloud services »

Despite our best efforts, it seems the number of ransomware cases is on the rise. Although it's a disturbing trend, some of these attacks have proven to be rather profitable for the hackers. One doesn't have to look far to find an example of this; just take a recent incident »

We're only a few months into 2019 and, thanks to the latest breakthrough by researchers at the Institute of Photonic Integration of the Eindhoven University of Technology – or TU/e – we've already glimpsed the next generation of data storage devices. It's a hybrid drive that utilizes both optical and »

Tech-savvy investors have been talking about Bitcoin and alternative cryptocurrencies for quite some time now. While the subject isn't exactly brand new, it's recent enough that it hasn't yet gained the mainstream exposure that some expected. However, this might be changing thanks to some well-known brands, including the likes of »

As more investors begin to view modern cryptocurrency as a viable trading option, cryptocurrency brokers are struggling to keep pace with the new accounts. In fact, a recent data breach – affecting more than 800 million users of the popular cryptocurrency exchange, Coinmama – serves as an early reminder of »

The cloud computing race is heating up in ways we never thought possible – and both consumers and enterprises alike are embracing the cloud quicker than the experts could have ever imagined. While we saw a lot of development surrounding the cloud in 2018, we can expect the trends to »

While the current generation of smartphones includes more storage capacity than ever before, consumers are also creating tremendous amounts of data. According to recent statistics, we generate 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every single day – and that number is growing. With figures like this, as well as the increased »

Facebook's woes concerning the privacy of consumer data isn't over yet. Officials with the United States' Federal Trade Commission, or FTC, are already discussing a potential fine against the popular social media giant. While an exact amount hasn't been declared, and the decision hasn't been finalized at the time of »

As one of the leading names in data protection in the 21st century, it's no surprise to see Carbonite appearing in the headlines. They were a mainstay in headline news throughout all of 2018 – and it seems 2019 will be no different. In fact, Carbonite is following up on »

Today's cloud service providers have a lot of built-in security to safeguard your data. While they provide ample challenge for hackers and other malicious computer users, they're not completely impenetrable. Given the proper knowledge, tools, and time, a dedicated hacker can still find and access your cloud data. But there »

Today's IT professionals are collecting data from every kind of environment imaginable – including the battlefield. With growing concerns over collecting and securing information as well as transporting the physical devices that house that data, the development team with Kaman Precision Products, Inc. has recently unveiled the Advanced Memory and »

Last year was a huge year for the world of data storage. From the growing acceptance of application containers and the widespread migration to the cloud to significant advancements in robotics, quantum computing, and machine learning – big data is making its presence known in ways that we never thought »

The big data boom of the 21st century has many businesses scrambling to solve one unexpected problem: how to deal with all of this information. It's one thing to collect data in such vast amounts – but it's useless without the proper processing, storage, and management. With that in mind, »

The big data revolution has resulted in some impressive numbers. In fact, data growth is accelerating even faster than many of the experts predicted just a few years ago. Although data scientists originally predicted a total data volume of 40 zettabytes by 2020, they've recently increased that number to 44ZB »

It's been almost 20 years since the 9/11 attacks and there are more conspiracy theories than ever before. With fingers pointing in every direction, there are some who will never be satisfied with the answers they're given. Conversely, there will always be some who try to capitalize on public fears »

Originally founded in 1901 in Chicago, Illinois, Walgreens has been a major name in health and wellness products – including prescriptions – for over a century. This puts them in a great position to help usher in the digital age on behalf of the entire healthcare industry – and they're »

WordPress was originally launched in 2003 by the WordPress Foundation. A completely free and open-source platform that is primarily used for online blogging, it's one of the most popular options available to the digital journalists of the Information Age. Many of its integrated apps and add-ons are also featured on »

Blockchain technology first gained popularity with the emergence of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. In short, it's the driving force behind modern cryptocurrencies. It maintains the peer-to-peer connections and transactional records that make cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin a viable option in the first place. However, the application of blockchain technology isn't limited to »

There's no question that the world of data storage is in the midst of a revolution. Between the widespread embrace of solid-state drives to the explosive popularity of cloud-based storage, there's no shortage of options when it comes to saving your data. However, there are some limitations; restrictions that also »

With Amazon's AWS amongst the frontrunners in cloud computing throughout 2018, it should come as no surprise that they're expanding their presence in 2019. In fact, they've already started with their first product of the New Year – AWS Backup. Adding Strength to the Backup Functionality of AWS As the »

While the search engine and cloud computing giant will undoubtedly continue to thrive, at least one aspect of Google is coming to an end: Google+. According to official statements, there are several different reasons for this – including subpar levels of user engagement and a recent data breach that compromised »

M3 is well-known in the hospitality industry. Originally founded by John McKibbon, the company helped countless hotels and resorts usher in the digital age with a dedicated, digitized hotel accounting system. The platform first released to the public in 1985 – and M3 continues to help hotel companies around the »

Following an extended period of internal testing and development, Elastifile released their Elastifile Cloud File System, ECFS in 2016. Meant to compete with other cloud-based NAS services, including Microsoft Avere, the Amazon Elastic File System (EFS) and more – the team certainly has their work cut out for them. Thankfully, »

There's no arguing the fact that next-gen robots on the battlefield are a controversial issue. While they certainly have the potential to save lives, the number of risks involved – including simple malfunction to the potential for hacks – make them an unrealistic option up until now. But the United »

There was a lot of concern over the collection and usage of personal data in 2018 – and it's easy to see why. With data breaches occurring more frequently than ever before, the growing threat of malicious software and the potential for data loss or corruption, consumers have the right »

The retail sector has a whole new face when compared to 10 or 20 years ago. It was heavily impacted by the Internet boom and the widespread adoption of eCommerce – and many brick-and-mortar retailers are struggling to compete. While they face a bevy of challenges, some of the biggest »

Up until now, Lyft has operated exclusively in a niche market. Going head-to-head with their closest competitor, Uber, the on-demand driving service has already made a name amongst the mobile generation – but now they're reaching out. Thanks to a recent collaborative effort with teams at IBM and Google, Lyft »

The developers behind StorageCraft are no strangers to the world of data backup and recovery. Established in the early 2000s, the brand has been a major player in the industry for over 15 years – and they've always focused on next-gen data protection for computers and IT systems of all »

Although the world of data backup is often seen as oversaturated, we recently lost an ally in the fight to safeguard personal data. CrashPlan was a popular service that was used by a countless number of home computer users to backup and protect their data – but Code42, the company »

Enterprises have long relied on network-attached storage, or NAS, to support incoming files and manage data from multiple users and client devices. While these devices have been updated to support the various iterations of technology through the years, they may be on the verge of being replaced by an entirely »

Amazon Web Services is one of biggest and most widely popular cloud service providers in the 21st century. Backed by the former bookstore-turned-ecommerce giant, the platform boasts millions of customers encompassing 19 different geographic regions and 57 distinct availability zones. While the company already maintains a comprehensive network, and has »

As the world of data storage and disaster recovery is already oversaturated by options, it takes a highly specialized and groundbreaking solution to really make an impression amongst industry experts – and that's exactly what ClearSky Data hopes to achieve. One of the most prolific providers of on-demand storage, they've »

Although open source technology has been a controversial issue from time to time, it's difficult to ignore the advantages of one of the earliest forms of crowdsourcing. Not only do open source platforms make it possible for young, up-and-coming software developers to build an early portfolio, but many of these »

The successor of the original Motorola, Inc., Motorola solutions represents the latest iteration of a brand that has been around since the 1920s. They've taken many different turns and undergone several transformations over the years – and they've recently focused many of their efforts toward IT development within the public »

In a recent attempt to standardize connectivity and facilitate new growth amongst next-gen data centers, the Fibre Channel Industry Association, or FCIA, recently unveiled the Fibre Channel Physical Interface (FC-PI-7) specifications for 64GFC. But what exactly is FC-PI-7 and how does it affect mainstream consumers of technology in the 21st »

Great backup software isn't always easy to find. While there are a countless number of mainstream solutions, the market is flooded with adware, malware and applications that just don't work. That's why it's sad to see the end of CrashPlan for Home. Effective as of late October 2018, the original »

Biometrics isn't exactly a word that's common around every household, but that could soon change with the help of a brand new venture that's aiming to launch the first biometric database in the United States. The recent partnership between SureID and Robbie.AI is an ambitious one, to say the least »

It's difficult to keep track of all the latest IT trends. Between the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0 and, most recently, IT 4.0, the amount of jargon tossed around the industry is enough to confuse anyone. But this isn't stopping companies from trying to capitalize on the next big »

The election woes keep piling up in the United States. As if the controversy surrounding the most recent presidential election wasn't enough, a Georgia-based company in charge of election systems has recently – and quite suspiciously – wiped all the data from a computer server that was a critical part »

From digital currency to online gaming, it seems nearly all forms of modern technology are embracing the blockchain platform. There are plenty of reasons driving this trend – its records are secure, transparent and traceable. With so much emphasis being place on the new technology, it's easy to see why »

Time Machine is a handy backup utility that comes standard with every version of macOS since the early 2000s. Users have been using the program to restore files and avert disasters for over a decade now – and there are no signs that Apple plans to discontinue support any time »

Originally unveiled in early 2010, Microsoft's Azure cloud platform is nearly a decade old. It's one of the largest and most popular cloud services to date, and its drawing significant attention from would-be partners from all across the globe. Most recently, the team with Microsoft designated Rubrik, an independent software »

The Internet of Things is taking off with mainstream consumers and enterprise alike. It's gone from just over 15 billion IoT-connected devices in 2015 to an expected 30.7 by 2020 – and recent estimates range as high as 75.4 billion connected devices by 2025. Any way you look at it, »

With the 2018 U.S. midterm elections on everyone's newsfeed as of late, it's hard to ignore the elephant in the room that comes in the form of the most recent presidential elections. With doubt and uncertainty still surrounding the outcome, along with plenty of confusion and finger-pointing toward foreign, government-sponsored »

Time capsules are a traditional way of preserving the past through personal mementos, keepsakes and other items that are meant to represent the older generations. More often than not, time capsules are buried with the intent of being unearthed – either by the original creator of the capsule or by »

Computer users have been at odds with Microsoft ever since the beginning. While many of their concerns are completely unfounded, some – like the tech giant's recent push to force new updates onto Windows 10 users – are just an unfortunate reality. In fact, users don't have to look far »

While the history of the modern day blockchain dates back to the early 90s, it's only recently started gaining momentum in mainstream computing. Interest was spurred alongside the recent Bitcoin boom, and companies and entrepreneurs alike are clamoring for new and innovative ways to put the technology to use. One »

With so much emphasis on computer and network security over the past few years, consumers and businesses alike have a renewed vigor when it comes to safeguarding their data and devices. Between the increasing prevalence of malware, more identity breaches than ever before and the ever-growing threat of foreign government-sponsored »

Given the prevalence of digital-only games as well as the option to download nearly any of the latest and greatest releases, console gamers increasingly find themselves clamoring for more hard drive space. Between deleting old titles and uploading save files to the cloud, it's easy enough to free up a »

You wouldn't think of the Arizona desert as the ideal location for a data center; never mind an entire oasis of data centers – but that's exactly what's happening with the Salt River Project. Pioneered by CyrusOne, one of America's fastest-growing providers of multitenant data center services, this particular installation »

WhatsApp is a cross-platform messaging device and VoIP (voice over IP) service that is wrapped up into a freeware mobile application. Although the app's roots date back to 2009, it recently gained significant momentum when it was purchased by Facebook in 2014 – its largest acquisition to date. The app »

Microsoft Azure is quickly establishing itself as a leader in cloud computing. According to a recent shareholder report published by Microsoft, Azure achieved a 58 percent increase in commercial-cloud revenue in the first quarter of 2018 – and they're not showing any signs of slowing. When combined with a team »

The world of gaming isn't exactly shying away from cloud computing. Both Microsoft and Sony have embraced cloud-based backups and saves for years, dating back to before their current-gen hardware. Each of these companies even offer some sort of streaming game service that functions via the cloud. '''Nintendo Stands Alone »

With the exception of the deepest and darkest depths of the oceans, civilization has explored nearly every inch of the world's surface – with one notable exception. Despite the fact that it is twice the size of the continent of Australia – making it the world's fifth-largest continent – Antarctica »

The data storage needs for the average consumer are increasing almost every day. Between games and programs that take up multiple gigabytes of hard drive space to recording streaming video from a home surveillance system, it's not uncommon for a computer user to fill a hard drive that only has »

Commonly known as the Cloud Data Management company, Rubrik recently unveiled Alta 4.2 to help enterprises achieve instantaneous application availability anytime and at any place – regardless of their preferred IT framework or infrastructure. Considering the fact that over 90% of enterprises are set to expand their reach to include »

Law enforcement officials across the globe are touting next-gen facial recognition technology as the latest in criminal-busting tech. While the recent innovation certainly has tremendous potential, early tests of the technology are proving to be anything but successful. Examining the Numbers In fact, some studies show that current facial recognition »

An affordable, award-winning and easy-to-use solution to recovery lost data, SysTools Hard Drive Data Recovery software works with nearly every version of Windows – from 2000 to 10 – and supports every possible file format seen within those operating systems. Moreover, with a manufacturer's price tag of less than $40 »

A device's mean time before failure, or MTBF, is a way of accurately estimating the amount of time that it should take before a critical malfunction occurs. Obviously this is a guideline – the actual lifespan of any electronic device is subject to numerous outside factors that a manufacturer couldn't »

Backup power is one of the most important considerations when planning a traditional data center. Without it, a sudden power outage could spell doom for the data of your customers – and it might be the end of the business altogether. It's easy to see why so much emphasis is »

RapidScale has been an industry leader in cloud computing services ever since they hit the scene in 2010. Conversely, Veeam a company that specializes in intelligent data management solutions, has been around since 2006. Together, the two entities have over 20 years of combined experienced – and now they're working »

With more enterprises embracing cloud computing than ever before, companies like Commvault are racing to meet their needs. According to recent studies, hybrid cloud adoption grew by a factor of three in 2017 alone – representing nearly a 40 percent increase from the prior year. It's clear that the number »

Government officials from all corners of the globe have been considering the idea of implementing a common set of standards to regulate the use of personal data online. It's been a key point in many discussions ever since consumers started embracing the Internet – and it seems we finally have »

HYCU was originally built as a backup application for Nutanix. Initially launched in mid-2017, it's been in a state of constant development and improvement ever since – and it's now transitioning to include data backup capabilities within the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Pioneered by Comtrade in June 2017, the originally »

Hyland has been providing next-gen software solutions for over 25 years. They've served nearly 20,000 different organizations during this time, and they've been listed as ''"Fortune's Best Companies to Work For"'' every year since 2014. As such, it should come as no surprise that their recent efforts are focused on »

In 2014, the Defense Information Systems Agency, in tandem with the U.S. Department of Defense and the Pentagon, awarded their second enterprise storage solutions (ESS) procurement, ESS II, to a company known as World Wide Technology, Inc. Although a lesser-known brand, they immediately joined forces with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to »

Contextual or targeted advertising is a recent digital trend that is raising lots of controversy between websites, advertisers and users. It's a process that uses advanced algorithms to show individual users ads that are relevant to their browsing habits, online purchase history and favorite styles. However, some people are set »

Digital forensics, also known as digital forensic science, is a growing field that revolves around the investigation and recovery of raw digital data. When a file is deleted from a computer's hard drive, a remote server or any other destination, it's not actually deleted – it's simply renamed and deemed »

According to recent studies, the average consumer replaces their primary PC every six years. While this is a dramatic improvement from just a few years earlier, when they typically only lasted four years, some companies – such as Intel – want to improve these numbers even further. They hope to »

Computer techs have been waiting on the Whiskey Lake-U processor for quite some time. Initially announced back in April 2018, we finally got a look at the first iterations of the Whiskey Lake-U – right alongside the Amber Lake-Y – at IFA in August 2018. Although they still feature the »

Mark Zuckerberg and the Facebook team have been in the news a lot lately. With controversies regarding their Russian hackers and their possible influence over the 2016 U.S. presidential election as well as the recent Cambridge Analytica scandal, the social media giant seems to be the topic of many conversations »

Telstra is one of the biggest names in Australian telecommunications. With well over 16 million customers, more than that of its two largest competitors combined, they provide 4GX and additional services across more than 1,600 towns and communities. As such, they're in a unique position to join the fight against »

Tensions have been rising between the United States and Russia – especially on the electronic front. With recent controversy regarding alleged Russian hackers and the latest U.S. presidential election, relations between the two countries aren't exactly great. But in case that wasn't enough, Russian officials also want to ban Facebook »

Facial recognition is a highly controversial topic. Next-gen technology gives law enforcement and other governmental entities the power to monitor, track and identify individual citizens in public places. While some of the initial programs have shown some success in capturing wanted criminals, watchdog groups raise serious concerns over the immediate »

The SQL Log Analyzer by SysTools is a popular utility that reads and analyzes server logs within the SQL environment. Commonly found with the LDF file extension, SysTools' handy utility provides quick analysis and recovery of files across many different versions of SQL Server: including 2005, 2008, 2012, 2014, 2016 »

While iTunes and MP3s tend to dominate the market of consumer market in the 21st century, vinyl is still alive and well in some niches. Not only is it popular amongst traditionalist DJs – most of whom honed their craft with vinyl records and old school turntables – but vinyl »

We've been hearing a lot of talk about encryption lately – especially the Advanced Encryption Standard, or AES. Even at its most basic level of 128-bit encryption, the standard is considered unbreakable by today's computers. However, fears of future supercomputers have some professionals opting for 192- or even 256-bit encryption. »

The iPhone is capable of performing some pretty impressive feats. From HD or 4K video to a plethora of different apps, most can focus their entire lives around the functionality of Apple's most prized possession – and some do. But iOS 12, which was originally announced and unveiled in June »

Fake news and disinformation are both rampant in the 21st century. While both elements have always existed in mainstream culture, they're definitely spurred on by the Internet. It's all too easy to spread rumors and lies online. Modern social media are often a goldmine for this kind of nefarious activity. »

It wasn't long ago when we heard of the pioneering biohacker, Aaron Traywick; who injected himself with a clandestine herpes treatment in front of an audience full of peers and colleagues. It was one of the first and most widely publicized forms of biohacking we've seen to date – and »

Some recovery utilities focus on one specific file type or extension. There are a plethora of programs on the market to recover your lost photos from an SD card, undelete files from your PC's recycle bin and even to restore the lost contents of a hard drive. Unfortunately, there are »

Next-gen technology is used throughout all phases of pregnancy. From ultrasounds that can diagnose potential complications to highly detailed, 3D imagery that is capable of revealing the baby's gender, most new parents don't even realize the amount of tech that is used when giving birth in the 21st century. As »

Consumers have a hard time trusting technology right now. Between unclear data collection policies, evolving industry standards and the increasing sophistication of hackers, it's easy to understand why. But it's not necessarily technology that has sparked the concern of consumers. It's the shady developers – who try to cover up »

Law enforcement technology is ramping up development at unprecedented speeds. Combined with the latest breakthroughs in smartphones and mobile systems, officers around the world are able to perform their jobs more efficiently, safely and for longer periods; and that's exactly what the police force in New South Wales is hoping »

Apple's newest mobile operating system, iOS 12, has recently hit the beta stage of development. The fact that it's still in beta means that it's far from a finalized version and there are still a lot of kinks to work out, but some early users of the OS aren't happy »

Online ticket outlets have revolutionized the way consumers gain access to concerts, movies and live entertainment of all types. Gone are the days when concertgoers camped outside of their local ticket booths to score the best seats – they've been replaced by online waiting rooms and aggressive ticket bots. While »

There are many reasons why a smartphone user would want to root their Android phone. Think of it like running Windows programs with full administration privileges. Not only will you have access to hidden files and increased functionality, but some apps won't even load if you don't have elevated access. »

Queensland Rail aims to be "Australia's best performing railway," and they plan achieve this designation by stepping up their IT game significantly over the coming months. While some of their earliest IT developments date all the way back to 2011, it's their latest move – which trades their self-managed services »

Meant to provide a single point of data management and protection within the cloud, Druva's Cloud Platform is currently in its early access phase. Although there's still some time before it reaches its final stage, and its subject to change and evolve before that happens, Druva recently secured a key »

Following a long and productive development phase, including extensive beta testing, the Synology C2 Cloud Backup service is now available to general users on a worldwide scale. The announcement was made in tandem with the release of Synology's Hyper Backup tool, thus giving new and current users full access to »

Expedient, a provider of cloud computing services and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), has experienced tremendous growth since their original launch as US VoiceData in 2001. The team experienced record growth in 2017 for its disaster-recovery-as-a-service (DRaaS) offerings, which effectively doubled its revenue for the second year in a row. As if this »

Facial recognition technology is a highly controversial issue. With very few rules or standards regulating its usage and application, citizens around the globe have some serious concerns – and some of these issues are already occurring. According to the latest reports, police in Beijing are already using facial recognition technology »

Nestled between San Jose and San Francisco, the County of San Mateo comprises 22 different cities and a combined population of more than 760,000 residents. Due to the close proximity to Silicon Valley, it also attracts some of the biggest names in tech: including Electronic Arts, Facebook, the Oracle Corporation »

Next-gen artificial intelligence (AI) has mainstream society absolutely captivated. The majority of the general public was introduced to advanced AI concepts like machine learning when IBM's Watson supercomputer competed – and won – on the hit game show, Jeopardy. While that was a great demonstration of the early technology in »

The concept of using cloud storage to archive and backup your personal saved game files is nothing new. It's been happening in the PC gaming market for years, and even the home consoles are starting to catch on. Microsoft Xbox and Sony Playstation both offer the feature on their own »

In one of their most prolific and noteworthy moves to date, NetApp recently entered into a strategic partnership with the team at Google Cloud in an effort to expand their Data Fabric platform and reach even more users on the cloud. Dubbed NetApp Cloud Volumes for Google Cloud Platform, the »

Blockchain is making headlines everywhere as of late. From the pioneering platform that's responsible for the explosive success of Bitcoin to its recent integration with the Internet of Things, or IoT, it will likely experience even more mainstream appeal in the coming months and years. It seems that everybody – »

The threat of ransomware is on the rise. It's a tactic that's often used by international computer hackers to freeze a computer and prevent access to the files within. Such attacks include a ransom, hence the name, and the promise of restoring access once the ransom has been paid. Unfortunately, »

Despite tremendous interest in the cloud from all corners of industry and business, it still faces some significant hazards and threats. Hackers, potential identity thieves, and the rise of ransomware are all serious issues – but they're just the tip of the iceberg. Other challenges include data breaches, unexpected data »

If you're a student living in the Information Age, you've likely pondered the idea of using technology to change your grades. If not, you've probably hoped – at least a time or two – that your poor grades would be replaced and somehow uncounted toward your final average. And that's »

External hard drive users and portable MP3 jockeys are abandoning their storage devices in record numbers in favor of online streaming services. While these sites offer various options and features, the market for online music streaming might not be exactly what it seems. According to recent reports, published in an »

It wasn't long ago when those who worked in the field – photographers and videographers, for example – had to retreat back to a studio to process, distribute and archive their content. All of this changed thanks to the dawn of mobile technology – laptops, notebooks and even smartphones all »

While the might not immediately ring any bells, you've likely seen a product or two of the brand Big Breakfast. They produce hit television shows like Adam Ruins Everything and Hot Date, as well as multimedia content exclusively for the online audience – and they've recently deployed the StorageHeaven TapeMaster-SA »

The Better Business Bureau – or the BBB – has been protecting the general consumer marketplace since 1912. It's safe to say they've evolved a lot since then. Not only have they embraced the recent rise of online shopping and e-commerce, but they've recently published a comprehensive list of tips »

While HubStor and ManageEngine technically exist as two separate developers, their latest updates – both of which focus on Windows-based applications – complement one another so nicely that some have combined the two into one convenient solution. As you'll see, there are plenty of reasons why one would want to »

The ever-popular social media giant, Facebook, has been in the news a lot lately – unfortunately it's for all the wrong reasons. It was unveiled in early 2018 that a political firm working for the recent Trump presidential campaign – known as Cambridge Analytica – gained access to the confidential »

The social media giant Facebook and its creator, Mark Zuckerberg, have faced tremendous fallout and scrutiny as a result of the Cambridge Analytica scandal that comprised the data of tens of millions of users. Making matters worse is the fact that the information – which was obtained through legal yet »

Facial recognition technology isn't exactly new. Initial work on the breakthrough started in the mid 1960s, but development really picked up shortly after the turn of the 21st century. Although there are some valuable applications for the technology, there are some scary ones, too – like entities using facial recognition »

Next-gen technology is becoming increasingly sophisticated. With computer chips that are capable of mimicking functionality seen in the human brain to the ability to edit one's own DNA, it's an interesting and exciting time to be alive. Which begs the question: would you die to be amongst the first humans »

As consumers and enterprise owners are just starting to warm up to the idea of cloud computing, another concept is sweeping the IT industry: edge computing. Not only does it have the potential to optimize basic and advanced data processing functionality, but the very foundation of edge computing is built »

21st century technology has made it easier than ever before to launch a business. There are even some business models that operate solely within the virtual space created by the Internet. As such, it should come as no surprise that there are plenty of hardware options on the market today. »

As the country's largest federal law enforcement agency, employees with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection have a unique job – securing the nation's borders. It's a job that is often marred in controversy and even confusion – but it's vital to the security of the United States. '''Problems of »

We saw many different attacks in 2017. Some of them even came with funny or clever names, like WannaCry or BadRabbit. Others, like Locky, LeakerLocker and WYSIWYE (What You See Is What You Encrypt), provide hints to their nefarious purposes within their own names. Then there are others, like Reyptson, »

Despite the fact that there are more mobile users than ever before, and even more embracing smartphone technology on a daily basis, consumers aren't done with PCs altogether. In fact, many of the top PC manufacturers are reporting higher gains than expected. However, the consumer market is dwindling in at »

While they still happen on a regular basis, the standard DDoS attack isn't as common as it once was. As many mission-critical networks embrace the latest innovations, like cloud computing and the IoT, IT experts encounter new threats almost daily. But the traditional DDoS attack is – at least for »

Stored data can consist of nearly any type of information. From datasets that hold your personal information to credit card records, transactional receipts and more – they're all used to make consumer life in the 21st century a little bit easier; Nearly everything you do online is stored in a »

While most mobile users are satisfied with the speed and connectivity of their 4G devices, those who want even greater performance are already looking forward to 5G. Although early iterations of the platform are available to developers, and a preview was shown off at the 2018 Winter Olympics, it's not »

The experts with McAfee are no strangers to data storage and security. Responsible for one of the most popular antivirus programs to date, as well as other offerings in data security, their job is never complete. Between constantly updating virus definitions and detection algorithms to releasing upgraded software on an »

You might not know much about the Secret Internet Protocol Router Network – dubbed SIPRNet – and that's by design. It's an ultra-secure network used by officials with the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of State to share and exchange highly classified intelligence – and it's recently received an »

Nearly all of us have a friend or family member who never takes their medication on time. Whether they're just forgetful or they flat-out refuse, those who miss their prescribed medications face numerous health risks. It's a serious problem that affects countless individuals from every corner of the globe – »

Apple's iPhone and iTunes go hand in hand. For some members of our current mobile society, it's hard to imagine life without the duo. Conversely, some want to break free from Apple products and use one of the many iTune alternatives on their iPhone. It's also a good idea to »

From smartphones to smart homes, consumers are becoming accustomed to technology in ways that we never thought possible. In an effort to push these boundaries even further, Bill Gates has recently made a significant investment into establishing an entire smart city – and he's chosen the state of Arizona to »

From the hippie counterculture to college dorm rooms all over the world, the lava lamp has provided us with evolving eye candy for decades. To most, they're considered nothing more than novelties. But today's highly innovative minds have found a viable use for lava lamps after all – and it's »

There are very few constants in this world. Some say the only guarantees are death and taxes – and it's hard to argue. But Moore's Law, which observed that the number of transistors within a dense integrated circuit doubles every two years, has been a mainstay in the IT industry »

The Amazon Echo is touted as the next-generation virtual assistant. Operating solely on voice activation, it provides a hands-free way to place online orders, connect with social media, listen to your favorite music and much more. In today's mobile-centric society, it's easy to see how products like the Amazon Echo »

The Internet of Things – IoT – has many benefits to today's tech-driven society. Most of its current applications revolve around industrial automation and, on the residential side, smart home technology, and it has the potential to transform our everyday lives in ways we can't even begin to imagine. With »

The year 2017 is known for many things, including the appearance of one of the most sophisticated and damaging computer hacks to ever target the mainstream public: WannaCry. Referred to by many as a virus, WannaCry is much more advanced. Technically known as a ransomware cryptoworm, WannaCry gave many consumers »

We're all familiar with the archetype of the traditional hacker. Some of us even have firsthand experience trying to block or recover from an attack. While modern hackers still pose serious threats to corporations, individuals and even governments around the globe, hacking isn't inherently bad. A lot of good has »

As open source projects continue to gain momentum among mainstream computer users, it's no surprise that the format is making its way to the cloud. Prometheus, One of the most popular open source tools on the cloud to date, is a monitoring system for Docker-style containers – and it's recently »

Whether you're a college student writing your final thesis, a journalist covering a late-breaking news story or an office manager preparing the latest fiscal report, Microsoft Office is the go-to solution and the industry standard. Although there are plenty of alternatives, some of which provide just as much functionality, many »

The latest generation of virtual, voice-activated personal assistants is here. With some of the most popular systems coming from the likes of Google and Amazon, consumers readily trust these services to secure their transmissions and protect their sensitive data. It's easy to get lulled into a false sense of safety »

With the plethora of backup and recovery suites on the market today, it's difficult to find one that stands out from the pack. Retrospect, based out of California, does this by offering seamless cloud integration backed by more than three decades of IT expertise – and they've recently added support »

The Alibaba Group has been at the forefront of many breakthroughs in the 21st century. Recently, they've chosen to focus on the disciplines of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning – and they're already treading new ground in that territory, too. Min Wanli, chief data scientist and GM of Alibaba »

Seagate is one of the leading hard drive manufacturers around today. With such a strong presence in the niche of data storage, as well as the increasing prevalence of consumer-oriented AI, they've recently unveiled the SkyHawk AI – the first HDD made specifically for AI-driven video surveillance. '''Video Surveillance and »

Although we've really only seen the beginning of the artificial intelligence revolution, some of the industry's top developers are already making some huge advancements in the field. One such company, Lockheed Martin, is doing a lot of research in the way of defense, national security and advanced robotics – and »

The retail grocery chain Kroger started off as a brick-and-mortar store, but they're in the midst of building an extensive online network that leverages data analytics, the Internet of Things and even home delivery services. Embracing Next-Gen Technology Kroger recently pioneered a system known as Kroger Edge, in tandem with »

First announced in mid-2017 and released to the public several months later, Toshiba's TR200 SSD is a marked improvement from past models. Outfitted with a 64-layer, 3D TLC flash architecture and a traditional SATA interface, the drive is ideal for upgrading current-gen laptops and even some desktops. Struggling Performance While »

To put it simply, QNAP's QTS is a NAS operating system that offers a user-friendly GUI, a bevy of features and plenty of additional tools and utilities that let you tweak your NAS environment to meet your exact needs. QNAP's latest release, QTS 4.3.4, only recently entered its initial beta »

Headquartered out of Taiwan, Apacer Technology specializes in numerous IT products. With humble beginnings in the niche of RAM and, particularly, DRAM module manufacturing and development, the company soon expanded into other sectors. Their efforts have proven so successful that they're now trying their hand in another industry: military and »

Consumers are finally starting to warm up to the idea of electronic transactions. Although many were skeptical at first, revolutions like big data analytics and the Internet of Things have come together to ease the transition into the digital age. But we still have some work to do, especially amongst »

Commvault isn’t known for their hardware appliances, but they’re hoping to change that with the release of the HyperScale Appliance. Built to provide their customers with improved scale-out data protection and greater flexibility in hardware deployment, Commvault hopes to win over some new customers while offering expanded functionality to their »

We don’t often think of supercomputers and cloud computing as complementary to one another, but a new partnership between Microsoft and Cray is bucking this trend by adding the latest line of Cray supercomputers to Microsoft’s Azure cloud service. While their primarily focused on the niche of high-performance computing (HP), »

Microsoft Azure is one of the most popular cloud platforms thus far. With uses that pertain to mainstream businesses, small- and medium-sized businesses and consumers alike, they’re attracting interest from all across the industry. Azure has become so popular that they’re even attracting the attention of the United States government »

One of the most popular companies in the niche of information management software, Commvault recently used their own tradeshow convention, Commvault GO 2017, to announce the addition of endpoint data protection-as-a-service to their existing line of solutions. Meant to usher in an industry-wide shift toward SaaS-based solutions in general, officials »

The Data Dynamics StorageX Platform is a software-based solution that automates critical processes in data archival, replication, migration and permission management within servers running Windows or Linux. As one of the most popular tools in the niche of software-defined storage today, it should come as no surprise that the team »

You might not be familiar with the brand Ola, but if you’ve heard of Uber, you get the gist of it. India’s prominent cab-hailing app, they’re already revolutionizing the public transportation industry throughout the country. While they’re current services are limited to India, some of the recent moves might bring »

It may come as a surprise to some that tape-based backup is still in use today, but the cost-effectiveness and reliability of these systems means they’re still a viable option for many enterprises. That said, there is a concerted effort to move away from such traditional forms of data backup »

It’s been a rough year for cyber-security experts. From an increasing amount of data breaches to malicious programs of escalating sophistication, today’s networks are susceptible to more threats than ever before – and that doesn’t even consider the growing concern of ransomware. An umbrella term that’s used to describe many »

Salesforce and Google have been doing business together for quite some time, but it’s they’re recent announcement – delivered in late 2017 – that has everybody’s attention as we approach the New Year. Not only are they planning to deepen their ties in the coming weeks, months and years, but »

You might not be aware, but we’re currently in the midst of a large-scale race to become the next big thing in cloud-based storage for small- and medium-sized businesses. Also known as SMBs, this is a hot market right now – and companies like Data Deposit Box are taking full »

With hard drive manufacturers racing to come up with the next big innovation in data storage, some have found that one of their biggest roadblocks is overcoming the issue of heat. Modern hard drives all generate some amount of heat. Even some of the latest next-gen solutions, like heat-assisted magnetic »

If you’re involved in IT in any capacity whatsoever, you’ve likely heard of Virtustream. Specializing in various “as-a-service” platforms and miscellaneous managed services, the company has made quite the name for themselves since their inception in 2009. But the race to become the world’s topmost cloud service provider is heating »

Barracuda Backup is one of the most popular and longest-running data backup and recovery programs within the cloud today – and it’s expected to keep that foothold for years to come. Putting aside its functionality, which consists of virtualization, inline deduplication and much more, the developers are constantly adding new »

SVR Tracking specializes in a technology that is popular in car lots and dealerships all throughout the nation. Used in the recovery of lost or stolen vehicles, the company provides the hardware and the live, real-time support needed to find and secure these assets in a timely manner. Used by »

As the world now generates more than 2.5 quintillion bytes of data on a daily basis, hardware manufacturers are struggling to keep up with demands in hard drive capacity, performance and reliability. This has some brands, like Western Digital, literally thinking outside the box. The My Book Duo, a plug-and-play, »

Lidar – also spelled as LIDAR or LiDAR –is a highly sophisticated technology that is primarily used for oceanographic initiatives such as storm surge modeling, shoreline mapping, hydrographic survey and coastal vulnerability analysis. An acronym for Light Detection and Ranging, it works by measuring various distances and ranges from a »

When it comes to backing up your data, two methods remain amongst the most popular options: disk cloning and disk imaging. Although these terms are often used interchangeably, they actually refer to two very separate and distinct processes. To put it simply, disk cloning creates a complete, verbatim copy of »

Many people immediately associate the word “carbonite” with the substance that was used to freeze Hans Solo in Star Wars, but the team behind the Carbonite online backup service is quickly making their own reputation in the niche of data storage and recovery. They’ve won countless awards and they have »

We’ve heard a lot about some highly innovative, next-gen methods for solving the ever-growing problem of data storage. Researchers are already exploring data storage in quartz crystals, synthetic strands of DNA and, as of mid-2017, molecular magnets. The new technology only comes with one major drawback: the devices themselves must »

Concurrent’s Aquari Storage is for enterprise users who need a software-defined storage solution that uses an open architecture for maximum versatility. Built specifically for visual media storage and distribution, the Aquari platform is used by some of the biggest names in television broadcasting around the globe – and they’re constantly »

Consumers are now working with more data than they could have even imagined just 5 or 10 years ago. Between AAA games, multimedia creation suites and enterprise management software, the average consumer user demands more hard drive space than ever before. As such, some of the top names in the »

The team at Code42 recently made the news for their new partnership with Carbonite, where they will focus on business and enterprise-level services, but this venture was originally sparked by a move by Code42. Having just begun the process of phasing out their consumer offerings – by eliminating Code42 CrashPlan »

As unfortunate as it sounds, it seems that consumer data breaches may be the new standard of attack used by next-gen hackers and malicious computer users. This year has seen enough cases of its own, including widespread breaches stemming from InterContinental Hotels Group, Arby’s, River City Media, Saks Fifth Avenue, »

Ransomware is increasingly becoming a big problem for consumers and big businesses alike. With names like WannaCry, Bad Rabbit, Petya and more, these programs are devastating – both in terms of data loss and recovery costs – for anyone infected. Although all systems are susceptible to such attacks, at least »

IBM is at it again. Undoubtedly one of the biggest names in all of computing, they’ve tackled everything from modern storage to highly advanced artificial intelligence – and now they’re trying their hand at deployment, backup and recovery in virtual environments. Their newest product, IBM Spectrum Protect Plus, is expected »

Specializing in hybrid cloud backup, disaster recovery and data protection solutions in the 21st century isn’t easy – just ask the professionals at Idealstor. They’re still a rather young company, especially in the IT industry, but they’re already making waves amongst the competition. One of their latest services, Idealstor Flashback, »

Barracuda Networks is known for cybersecurity, networking and storage solutions within the cloud. As such, it comes as no surprise that one of their latest endeavors is bringing new upgrades and improvements to their Azure firewalls. Not only is the move expected to strengthen network protection on behalf of customers, »

Google Drive has been a popular choice for backing up files to a desktop computer for quite some time now, but its much-needed replacement is finally here. The new Backup and Sync program, officially launched in mid-2017, is actually meant as a substitution for both Google Drive and Google Photos »

The Android smartphone operating system, first launched in 2008, currently boasts two billion active users on a monthly basis. Used on tablets and many consumer smartphones, Android currently touts the largest installation base of any operating system. All credentials aside, the Android isn’t perfect. Like any other platform, it’s still »

The process of navigating the current market of cloud service providers is confusing for both consumers and enterprises alike. With the sheer number of options available and the different features that may or may not be included with your provider, it’s important to understand exactly what kind of services you’re »

Although it sounds quite technical and fancy, a partition or drive image is simply a snapshot of all the data contained therein. Digital images are highly useful in long-term archival and data storage, as it provides you with an identical, time-stamped copy of every single file – including operating system »

There’s no denying the affect that cloud computing has already had on mainstream society. Most people use the cloud on a daily basis and don’t even realize it. With the Internet of Things set to explode by the year 2020, when it’s expected to comprise 25 billion connected devices, manufacturers »

It wasn’t long ago when scientists began utilizing DNA to store digital data. They’ve already used the technology to store images and even a digital movie file, all of which have been successfully copied back to a computer workstation after the fact. However, as we always stress, no means of »

Samsung’s V-NAND memory isn’t exactly new. An updated version of NAND, the technology is commonly found in modern USB thumb drives, memory cards and some solid-state drives. While V-NAND is highly touted for its speed and efficiency in data storage, it’s remained quite limited in capacity – until now. '''What »

With the recent shift toward cloud computing, IT experts alike are increasing their focus on cyber security. Although it remains a vital component of any network in the 21st century, it’s equally important that you have a protocol in place for data backup and recovery in the event of a »

The explosion of big data in the 21st century has left many – including consumers and enterprises alike – scrambling to find a storage medium that will accommodate all of this information. According to the latest studies, humans are generating a whopping 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every single day »

Google is often in the news across North America, but lately they’ve been making headlines around the world. Currently in the midst of a large expansion into international territories, they’ve recently opened their first data center in the city of London. While this news is enough to draw the attention »

One of the most popular teams in the entire sport, Collingwood Football Club has been a part of the Australian Football League (AFL) since 1892. Known as a traditional team in every sense of the word, they recently made headlines by embracing big data analytics throughout their organization. They’re working »

The Microsoft Xbox One video game console first made headlines in late 2013 when it was released across North America and Europe. Although it was touted by many as the next big thing in video gaming, it lacked one key feature – support for the upcoming 4K video technology that »

The AWS Marketplace is known for providing users with new and exciting IT solutions as soon as they hit the market, so it should come as no surprise that their recent inclusion of the CloudRanger backup suite was embraced so quickly. It also came just months after AWS introduced their »

It seems as if the data leaks just keep on coming. It’s been several months since the latest U.S. presidential election, but databases containing private voter information, including first and last names, home address, birthdates and even driver’s license numbers, continue to face exposure online. The latest incident involves a »

Whether you love it or hate it, the big data revolution is here to stay. Industry experts are touting big data as the wave of the future, and even our nation’s top academic institutions are now offering classes in this highly innovative and dynamic field. Not to be outdone, so »

Wildfire reclamation and recovery is an important job in some regions of our Earth. Meant to help repair land that has been ravaged by wildfire, these efforts save the homes of wildlife and restore beauty throughout some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes nature has to offer. With that in mind, »

They just don’t make things like they used to. Evidence of this can be seen in everything from wooden 2-by-4s to modern appliances and even computer hard drives. Although the earliest HDs were slow and inefficient, they were built to last. Today’s HDs, especially those used in laptops and mobile »

If you’ve been using a computer for more than a year, your system’s performance is probably affected by disk fragmentation. Many don’t even realize it, and others don’t even know what it means to have a fragmented hard drive. However, all modern operating systems include their own defrag utilities for »

The IDrive Vault is a cloud-based service that offers highly secure and accessible data backups on behalf of businesses of all sizes. Originally launched in late 2016, the service is available in of three distinct variations: IDrive Vault (Snapshots), IDrive Vault (Private Cloud) and IDrive Vault (Image with Bare-Metal Restore). »

VMware, primarily known for platform virtualization and hypervisor technology, recently announced plans to sell off their flagship hybrid cloud service, vCloud Air. While many took this as a sign that the company just couldn’t compete in the current era of cloud computing, some new details are emerging that involve a »

Rubrik might be a young startup company of only a few years only, but that hasn’t stopped them from making a huge name for themselves in one of the world’s most highly competitive industries: cloud-based data management. Based out of Palo Alto, CA, the team includes several engineers from the »

NAND is a form of flash-based memory that is commonly seen in solid-state hard drives and memory cards for digital cameras or other devices. A rather inexpensive technology, NAND is manufactured in a way that gives it a relatively limited lifespan. Fortunately, NAND-based chips and cards are often designed to »

StorageCraft has been a major player in cloud computing and data backup for quite some time now. While most of their IT solutions and software packages are compatible with a variety of operating systems and platforms, they haven’t yet offered support for Microsoft’s Office 365 – until now. '''The Beginning »

You might not expect the Salvation Army to have very sophisticated IT needs. However, once you consider the fact that their organization consists of numerous office buildings, warehouses, thrift stores and even data centers, it’s easy to understand their embrace of technology. As such, it should come as no surprise »

Originally known for film products, Kodak was also one of the earliest pioneers of digital imaging technology. To that extent, it should come as no surprise that their latest development, the Kodak PRINERGY Cloud, is their attempt to push their boundaries even further. Meant specifically for modern print service providers, »

Specializing in cloud engineering and database management, Oracle Corporation is a major player in the current IT landscape. While their roots can be traced all the way back to the 1970s, it’s some of their latest innovations, such as Oracle Cloud at Customer and their recent embrace of platform-as-a-service and »

According to some of the latest estimates, big data is expected to surpass 160 zettabytes by 2025. With this deadline drawing near, many companies, including the global travel agency Amaedus, are beginning to examine their options for large-scale storage. Like many before them, they see a lot of benefit in »

Despite the prevalence of online shopping, brick-and-mortar stores haven’t completely disappeared from the economic landscape. They’re still a necessary part of many communities, especially in isolated regions that have limited Internet access and amongst those who would rather stick with tradition. Not only is it important to continue service to »

Box Drive, pioneered by the expert team at Box, is a highly innovative attempt to blur the lines between the desktop on your PC and modern cloud infrastructure. As so many consumers are already familiar with operating systems like Windows and Mac, Box hopes there new device will help attract »

Cyber criminals and cyberattacks are nothing new. They’ve been around since the beginning of the Internet, and they’re only growing more sophisticated with age. Despite the fact that top security experts are constantly working to strengthen systems around the world, nobody is fully protected. A new cyberattack, which originally launched »

Despite ever-increasing online security, connected systems are still vulnerable to a myriad of cyberattacks. One of the newest threats permeating throughout the community, known as ransomware, takes over a user’s computer until they pay the requested ransom. These payments tend to range from a few dollars to a few million; »

Amazon S3, or Simple Storage Service, is one of the most widely used web services portal available. The fact that Amazon uses it to run their own e-commerce storefront should be enough to highlight its reliability; not to mention the trillions of objects that are stored within the infrastructure. The »

Amidst growing security concerns within networks across the globe, hardware developers are stepping up their game in the fight against cybercrime. Nokia, known for primarily for their presence in the world of smartphone connectivity, has recently announced the “world's most powerful internet routing platforms,” in the form of the Nokia »

The Republican National Committee, or RNC, has been under intense scrutiny as of late. Not only has the legitimacy of their presidential nominee come into question time and time again, but now they face another problem: leaking the personal details of nearly 200 million U.S. citizens. Luckily the data was »

The 2016 U.S. presidential election was nothing if not controversial. With the legitimacy of both candidates thrown into question, some believe there was no way that the average voter could come out on top. Couple this with the influence of Russian hackers, who are now thought to have played an »

Headquartered on the West Coast of the United States, GoDaddy has served as a domain registrar and dedicated web host since 1997. While they’ve take on several forms over the years and seen their share of controversy, their recent move has many crying foul. Not only have they cancelled their »

The Xbox One is a huge hit with console gamers. Pioneered by Microsoft, it combines the next-gen graphics of computer gaming with the convenience and comfort of playing games from your own couch. However, as store-bought bundles only feature 500 GB or 1 TB of storage space, and as more »

The Department of Defense’s milCloud was originally launched in March 2014. Operated by government officials and focused on providing ultra-secure access to applications and files that are pertinent to the military sector, milCloud 1.0 was lauded as a complete success. As useful as it was, the infrastructure just wasn’t enough »

When most of us think of mainframe computers, we’re instantly reminded of enormous, highly complicated machines that take up huge amounts of space while providing relatively little in the way of output. Although these days are long gone, modern day mainframes still exist. Hitachi, one of the most prominent mainframe »

Qumulo has long been known as a frontrunner in scale-out data storage solutions. Meant specifically for data-intensive operations and organizations that need scalability without having to sacrifice system performance or reliability, they’re highly popular amongst medical research institutions and organizations of today. However, as their latest endeavors show, Qumulo is »

The process of using DNA to store digital data might seem like it’s straight out of the latest sci-fi movie, but it’s a technology that’s already here. Although the innovation is very much in its infancy stages, DNA is showing tremendous potential when it comes to long-term data storage and »

Although the field of quantum computing is still in its infancy, some of the most prolific experts in the IT industry have already deemed it as “unreliable.” While this may have been true in some of the earliest prototypes involving quantum computers, the rapidly advancing pace of technology is changing »

Direct Data Networks, or DDN, first made their mark on the world of hyper-converged storage back in late 2015. Although it’s nearly two years old at the time of this writing, the SFA14Ke, which utilizes DDN’s proprietary Storage Fusion Architecture, is still one of the most efficient appliances available. '''Introducing »

Cloud computing is already being touted as the next big thing in mainstream technology, but it hasn’t quite reached its fullest potential. Although the availability of both consumer- and enterprise-level cloud services has increased over the past few years, it’s going to take some serious investments – in both research »

As the price of Bitcoin has been on an upward swing over the past few months and years, more companies are rushing to get in the action. Bitmain, who has been around for several years and has even offered their own contingency plan in the case of market disruption, is »

Although many of us have already made the transition to Android’s Nougat operating system, and with others already participating in the beta version of the next big release, there are still plenty of users who rely on Marshmallow – or Android 6.0 – 6.0.1 – for their mobile communications. What »

Drones are quickly gaining popularity amongst hobbyists and consumers across the globe. A technology that was once reserved for military applications, today’s aerial drones, which are often equipped with high-definition cameras and a basic amount of internal data storage, are now used to survey construction sites and monitor traffic conditions. »

Internet spam can be a real problem. With the first unsolicited message being traced all the way back to 1978, computer users have been combating spam for decades. Likewise, companies known for the spam advertising techniques are typically frowned upon by the brunt of consumers. Just in case you didn’t »

Unless you live in Saudi Arabia, you've likely never heard of The Oxford Partnership. A joint venture between three esteemed colleges in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Oxford Partnership, or TOP, is making its way out of obscurity by using NAKIVO Backup & Replication services. They've already reduced their »

Although the average Internet user might not be familiar with sites like GitHub and GitLab, they're a staple amongst web programmers and software developers alike. Given its importance, you'd think the IT officials with GitLab would make data protection and backup their utmost priority. However, a recent incident has put »

We've all had the problem of forgetting the login password to our favorite website. Software developers have gone to great lengths to offer convenient solutions to this ongoing and annoying issue, but the most common method, which comes in the form of various security questions, is hardly convenient. Some security »

Modern aircrafts feature a plethora of highly sophisticated gadgets. There are devices that measure temperatures, speeds, distances, heights and more; and they're all necessary to maintain a stellar record of safety. However, the aviation industry is also making huge strides toward a full-on embrace of the Internet of Things and »

and cloud computing services, they're certainly on the forefront of IT innovation in the 21st century. As such, it could as no surprise that they were recently selected by a Swiss school to handle their data archives; and they've been able to streamline their systems in ways that administrators never »

Hackers can use all sorts of sophisticated hacking tools, including software and hardware, to gain entry to any of their targets. Whereas viruses and backdoors were once popular methods for carrying out the initial intrusion, today's hackers primarily use malware. But there's another method as well: the brute force attack. »

There's no denying that technology has done some wonderful things for modern humans. However, there are some cases when an otherwise useful system can be hacked and utilized for nefarious purposes. A Not-So-Typical Case of Cyber Extortion The Romantik Seehotel Jaegerwirt, a prominent 4-star hotel located in Austria, takes pride »

Based out of Atlanta, Georgia, Arby's is a popular fast food chain that is known for their roast beef sandwiches and curly fries. However, given a recent data breach that affected hundreds of thousands of customers, many are left scrutinizing their credit card statements for fraudulent charges. Officials with Arby's »

Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada, Switch has been a popular provider of data center services for nearly 20 years. Although they have forged quite the reputation on the West Coast, they've recently bolstered their image with the launch of the largest and most advanced data center in the world. »

There are currently nearly 4 billion Internet users in the entire world. Considering that this number is constantly on the rise as younger and older generations are discovering the Internet for the first time, the number could be well past that by the time you're reading this. And that is »

Things have been heating up all around the IT industry. With a growing emphasis on networking apps like Snapchat, as well as an increasing reliance on cloud-based data storage, consumers are faced with a number of choices that, in some cases, can be downright overwhelming. When these markets begin to »

IP Telecom, one of the biggest names in the entire telecommunications industry to date, has recently selected Oracle's Zero Data Lost Recovery Appliance to ramp up their own efforts in data protection, availability and end-to-end management. As Oracle already has a reputation of their own within the IT industry, this »

With cyber threats and identity theft on the rise, more and more developers are beginning to explore the reaches of advanced encryption as a means of bolstering the security of data. To that extent, Seagate has recently joined forces with the team at Fornetix to tackle the issue head on. »

Amazon Web Services has been making a lot of moves to solidify their presence at the top of the data storage game. Their latest announcement, which was delivered just after the turn of the New Year, takes direct aim at legacy data archival and long-term retention via AWS Cloud. '''Understanding »

Blockchain technology, which has roots that can be traced back to the early 1990s, was actually conceptualized in 2008 by Satoshi Nakamoto. It has since been used as a secure database framework to protect the trading of online digital currency, namely Bitcoin. However, an innovative and ambitious entrepreneur is now »

Consumers and enterprises alike depend on large-scale datacenters to keep their data backups safe and secure. But what happens when these facilities lose power to their archival systems? And what are datacenters doing to ensure the security, integrity and reliability of the data that is stored on their servers? In »

As the need for big data management, storage and security continue to increase, manufacturers from all corners of the IT industry are stepping up their game in order to accommodate the increased demand. While there's been a number of large-scale, high-performance data storage solutions released as of late, Lenovo's recent »

Meant to assist software developers in the investigation and debugging of distributed applications, including those with a microservices architecture, AWS X-Ray implements root cause analysis in tandem with advanced troubleshooting protocol to highlight performance bottlenecks and system errors. Moreover, the utility works on applications that are currently in development as »

When it comes to data backup and archival, consumers and professionals alike are always on the lookout for a storage medium that is faster, more efficient or more resilient. As the read and write speeds of Blu-Ray discs are already about as fast as they can be, manufacturers have to »

With a history that dates all the way back to the late 1980s, ATTO Technology has remained a major player in the data storage game for nearly 3 decades. Specializing in enterprise-level and next-gen storage solutions, their recent product, the XstreamCore FC 7500 storage controller, is meant specifically for serial-attached »

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Kirkland, WA, Bocada is no stranger to data protection, backup and reporting. In fact, the recent update to Bocada Reporting Software, version 9.7, draws upon actual customer feedback to provide enhanced functionality and usability. Seen in previous versions, the NetWorker Virtual Reporting plugin is »

Plenty of software apps and even modern video games let you make your own music. FruityLoops and Rocksmith immediately come to mind, but there is definitely a multitude of options to choose from. With that in mind, some of the latest music utilities are calling on cloud connectivity for enhanced »

Juniper first unveiled long-term plans for their new IT architecture, referred to simple as Unite, in late 2015. Meant to bridge the gap between network connectivity and cloud-based operations, the platform has been highly successful so far. While it's been well over a year since it was originally introduced, the »

The world of data storage is constantly pushing the limits of what technology can accommodate. With large-capacity hard drives and devices that are constantly getting smaller, scientists, engineers and developers are constantly on the lookout for the next big breakthrough. They may have found it in the form of a »

Having made their presence known throughout nearly 30 years in the IT industry, Hitachi Data Systems, a subsidiary of Hitachi, specializes in consumer- and enterprise-level storage solutions. The currently offer their services to more than half of the companies listed in the Fortune 100 list and they're products are used »

Pure Storage's FlashBlade has been on the consumer market for quite some time. Initially made available in March 2016, the first iteration of the FlashBlade storage platform was scalable to feature up to 52TB of raw storage capacity, or a total of 1.6 petabytes of capacity altogether, in tandem with »

It doesn't matter which way you look at it, Dell EMC is at the forefront of the data storage race. As such, it comes as no surprise that they've recently embraced an all-flash architecture in the recent release of the Isilon NAS device. While the concept of an all-flash array, »

Given the recent scale of some of the latest hacks and cyber-attacks that have been permeating the IT industry, consumers are growing increasingly concerned about their personally identifiable information. Sometimes referred to as PII, businesses and customers alike are suddenly scrambling to ensure the safety of their online PII. Luckily, »

Siemens MindSphere is a cloud-centric, IoT-based operating system that is meant for quick deployment and scalability. As more companies begin to adopt their business model to include cloud services, and as an increasing amount of appliances and devices are embracing the IoT as the next big advancement in information technology, »

Helium-filled hard drives are not exactly new; they've been on the consumer market for several years. They even offer a number of benefits over traditional hard drives in the way of decreased power consumption, lower operating temperatures and less mechanical noise. Such a level of performance is accomplished by filling »

Sia, based out of Boston, has recently unveiled a collaboration with the Austrian manufacturer Minebox as a means of introducing a more secure form of decentralized cloud-based storage. The news comes only a few short months after Sia secured $750,000 in additional funding from the likes of Procyon Ventures, Raptor »

When it comes to the modern cloud computing race, the game is dominated by names like Amazon, Microsoft and Google. One company, VeloCloud, is hoping to make their presence known by achieving record sales in 2016. The company, which provides SD-WAN cloud services, has effectively boosted their customer base by »

Iron Mountain already maintains a massive presence in the world of data storage. With underground facilities that are literally built within an abandoned limestone mine in the state of Pennsylvania, they're one of the most reliable and unique companies in the entire IT industry. They've become so popular over recent »

It seems that nothing is safe from today's computer hacker, including that of the medical marijuana industry. MJ Freeway, a popular platform that is used to track medical cannabis inventory and sales across the country, is just one of the latest targets of modern cyber criminals. According to representatives with »

The majority of us are already well aware of the inherent dangers of today's social media websites. Fake profiles, online scams and cyber criminals can be found on every single one of the most popular sites. However, some members of the Israeli military apparently didn't receive this memo. According to »

Modern data storages are at greater risk of cyber-attacks than ever before. Although many companies, governmental entities and even private consumers have begun embracing encryption as a way of safeguarding their sensitive info from the eyes of next-gen criminals, current encryption methods aren't exactly perfect. However, given a recent breakthrough »

Once a concept that could only be imagined by the most tech-savvy and mathematically-oriented IT experts, the highly specialized sector of quantum computing is finally starting to come to a full-scale realization. Although its uses are rather limited - as are the number of individuals who are even capable of »

While the popularity of the modern online storefront is quickly catching on amongst retailers and consumers alike, the small and medium-sized businesses that are responsible for operating these sites often run into problems when trying to get a handle on the amount of big data their company is suddenly generating »

With the modern artificial intelligence industry heating up, some of IT's largest and most prolific names are making moves that will, hopefully, cement their company amongst the frontrunners of next-gen AI. As such, Microsoft's latest announcement - the acquisition of the Canadian startup known as Maluuba - is in direct »

When it comes to hard drives, there aren't many options available for those who want a single device with a terabyte-capacity in the double digits. Seagate, however, actually offers several very distinct and different drives with a capacity of 10 TB. Barracuda Pro 10TB Entering the mainstream market in mid-2016, »

Although Yahoo has long been viewed as one of the pioneers of the Internet Age as we know it, their reputation has taken a number of hits as of late. After officials revealed that a hack in 2014 put approximately 500 million accounts at risk, the team then admitted to »

The world of data recovery has been bombarded with software utilities that focus on the Windows operating systems. Whether you're using Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 or even something earlier, it's not too difficult to find compatible software for the recovery and restoration of lost data. Mac users, on »

The cloud has been a godsend to tech-savvy consumers who were searching for a flexible and accessible way to backup the important files from their PC and laptops. However, as the cloud continues to gain popularity amongst all corners of the IT sector, mobile users are beginning to see the »

Having maintained their presence in the industry for over 10 years now, the team with WiseCleaner and Wise Data Recovery are certainly accustomed to working with data. In the tradition of bolstering their service offerings and providing their customers with the latest innovations IT has to offer, the company has »

The effects of the modern cloud are farther reaching than most people realize. While the application of cloud-oriented software and utilities is quite straightforward in industries that rely on next-gen technology, data sharing and analysis, other professional sectors, such as hospitality, are only beginning to realize the advantages. Benefits of »

Given an ever-increasing reliance on big data usage and storage in the 21st century, as well as growing compliance requirements, many companies are beginning to make moves toward larger buildings and facilities. One such company, Ellefson Transportation Group of Augusta, Georgia, has recently begun the process of creating a secondary »

Entities in North America have already seen their fair share of data disasters. Database breaches, stolen identities and file corruption are just a few of the hazards faced. However, a recent power outage at the Australian Tax Office (ATO), which lasted for two days, resulted in the loss of 1 »

Google has been making huge waves as of late across the IT industry. With the recent introduction of DeepMind, their proprietary artificial intelligence platform, their research and development team is hard at work on the next big advancement. However, given some of the recent breakthroughs, it might not be long »

Originally introduced in 2002 by Novosoft, Handy Backup has always been focused on providing data backup functionality on behalf of households and businesses alike. While they've been able to enjoy some amount of success in these two niches so far, the team has recently taken a more business-centric approach. As »

As a worldwide leader in the niche of information management and data storage in the 21st century, it's safe to say that the enterprise of Iron Mountain maintains some pretty heavy software requirements. Between multiple next-gen facilities and a customer base that includes businesses and consumers alike, the company's reputation »

It wasn't long ago when cloud computing was the hottest topic around. Despite its continued growth around the world, some companies, including Cisco, have already withdrawn their own service offerings in the volatile and largely unexplored niche. Cisco isn't pulling out of the cloud computing race altogether. While they will »

Although the terms are often used interchangeably, there are some notable differences between web-based and cloud-based recordkeeping. Not only are there differences in the software and the processes that are used to access each platform, but there are some key distinctions in the benefits and risks associated with the two »

Big data is becoming a growing concern amongst IT industry experts. While the niche has certainly paved the way for some groundbreaking developments in just a short amount of time, the sheer amounts of data we're generating on a daily basis is, for lack of a better word, amazing. In »

As computer users are finally starting to become familiar with both Windows 10 and Microsoft Azure, it's time to examine the process of archiving your files via Azure Backup. While the service does require an active subscription to Microsoft's cloud service, the utility provides a seamless and streamlined avenue for »

StorageCraft has been around for quite some time. With a comprehensive line of software and utilities aimed at data backup and recovery, they fill a crucial role in the industry. In a recent bid to expand on their capabilities and offer even more value to their customers, representatives with StorageCraft »

By now, even the majority of casual computer users are able to understand the importance of backing up personal data on a regular basis. While most modern operating systems include built-in functionality for this very reason, their utilities tend to be overly complex, confusing and, in some cases, downright archaic. »

The past few years have been highly impactful for SD-based storage. While SanDisk first unveiled a card with 512 GB of storage capacity in 2014, with an insane price of $800, the majority of the industry viewed the product as more of a novelty than anything else. Meant specifically for »

Although social media sites are a dime-a-dozen, they still remain a staple in the lives of many computer users around the globe. With such an emphasis place on social networking in the 21st century, you'd think some of these sites would offer a built-in feature to backup or archive the »

Having developed the first hybrid cloud data management platform that combines scalable data security, search query capabilities, analytics and copy data management functionality, Rubrik has already made a name in the industry. With that in mind, it should come as no surprise that Clouditalia has chosen their software as a »

A long-time developer of information management solutions, the team with Veritas definitely knows the ins and outs of data backup and restoration in the 21st century. Their proven record in the industry as well as their reputation for providing stellar customer service has put them at the top of the »

Although you might not realize it, open-source software is actually quite commonplace in the modern cloud framework of today. In an attempt to draw more attention to its usage, and to ensure the average consumer's knowledge of the current state of cloud computing, the Linux Foundation has recently published their »

Just in case the concept of cloud computing isn't complicated enough, the infrastructure just became a little more muddied with the integration of graphic processing units. This seems like an odd pairing at first glance. After all, cutting edge graphics aren't exactly associated with the cloud. However, GPUs can handle »

OpenAI, which was founded in late 2015, represents a joint venture between Sam Altman and Elon Musk to facilitate the development of highly advanced artificial intelligence algorithms. Best known as a prolific inventor as well as the founder, CEO and CTO of SpaceX, critics have viewed this project as little »

Founded in 1998, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, or ICANN, as it is better known, is a non-profit entity that has been in charge of overseeing some of the largest and most critical of Internet databases. To put it simply, the Internet as we currently know it »

As the race to become the top competitor in the cloud computing race is hotter than ever, Microsoft has recently announced their plans for an Azure-specific data center in France. Moreover, this move is only part of a massive investment in cloud computing throughout all of Europe. In fact, Microsoft »

The race to explore the frontiers of artificial intelligence is heating up like never before. Sure, we've programming artificial intelligence into games and applications for decades now. However, next-gen artificial intelligence, such as some of the systems that were featured in IBM's Jeopardy-winning supercomputer, Watson, provide much greater potential than »

With the recent U.S. presidential election fresh on everyone's minds, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Homeland Security are both seeing a surge in the number of hackers who are targeting voting systems and election databases. The increase in activities has prompted both entities to issue warnings »

Known for its long-time leadership in the niche of data backup and disaster recovery services, StorageCraft Technology has recently acquired Gillware Online Backup for an undisclosed sum. The move is expected to bolster StorageCraft's current line of data backup services and expand their presence even further. Gillware Online Backup, on »

As the borders between public and private cloud servers are becoming increasingly blurred, some companies have found great benefit in fudging the lines of their infrastructure. One such establishment, ViaWest's Compark data center, is a shining example of how the two technologies can work side-by-side and in tandem with one »

There's no denying the fact that the consumer market is flooded with free email and data storage options. From the likes of Hotmail and Yahoo to Office 365 and even the plethora of Google apps that are available, many of us find it difficult to simply remember our account information »

When it came to backing up the systems and data on behalf of the MIB School of Management, based out of California, the institution's ICT manager, Lodovico Bonini, chose NAKIVO Backup & Replication to meet their needs. Although it's only been on the market for a few short years, the »

Having entered the industry in 2009, the company known as Pure Storage is still trying to secure their position amongst the major players in the game. However, given some of the milestones and advancements they've already made, it might not be too long before they become a household name. Pure »

SAS Analytics, known for pushing the boundaries of big data analysis in the 21st century, recently announced their embrace of two distinct forms of cognitive computing. The official word was delivered to a packed audience at the SAS Analytics Experience event, which was held in Las Vegas in mid-2016. Oliver »

The Amazon Snowball storage appliance was originally unveiled for public consumption in October 2015. Nearly a year old at this point, one of the biggest drawbacks of the device was its inability to export data to another server or data center. If you've shared in this problem, like many others »

Unless you've been completely ignoring mainstream media as of late, you've undoubtedly read about growing support for police body cams in the United States. Whether you believe the police agencies are doing a good job or not, I think we can all agree the body cams are a great solution »

With the widespread onset of big data, both mainstream computer users and IT experts alike are suddenly becoming familiar with a whole new language of jargon, archaic phrases and muddled concepts. Just in case your ad hoc vocabulary wasn't large enough as it is, you'll now want to familiarize yourself »

The Seagate Dashboard is a highly useful software suite that is included on every new purchase of a Seagate Backup Plus drive. However, many users don't realize that the software needs to be installed for it to be of any benefit. Since it is included with every Seagate Backup Plus »

While it was a relatively obscure term when it first entered the mainstream, peer-to-peer technology, or P2P, is featured in everything from file sharing programs to Internet-based chat software. However, thanks to a new and highly innovative young startup company known as Truebil, consumers from all corners of the globe »

How Green House Data Uses Green Computing Founded in 2007 out of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Green House Data provides data center services with a focus on environmentally friendly computing. Sometimes referred to as green technology, the concept is quickly catching on amongst mainstream consumers all over the world. At the time »

Although flash-based storage isn't anything new, there has been a recent surge in interest for such devices. From thumb drives to large-scale hard drives, it certainly seems as if flash-based storage will be the way of the future. Hitachi Data Systems, which has existed in one form or another since »

Given the emphasis placed on backing up data in the modern computing age, the market has been flooded with consumer-level backup options. Whether it comes in the form of traditional software or a web-based service, there are currently more backup and archival solutions than ever before. However, most of them »

Google Container Engine is an enterprise-oriented container management service meant to assist in managing cloud-based activities. Meant to virtualize the process of general workload management within the cloud, containers actually grant various, isolated and individualized user instances. From the end-user's viewpoint, however, the instances maintain the appearance of one continuous, »

The United States Department of Agriculture, or USDA, was formed in 1862 as a means of monitoring and regulating agriculture throughout the country. Although the organization has been widely criticized throughout its tenuous history, they remain the standard for the development and execution of federal laws surrounding agriculture, farming and »

In a move that was largely unexpected by mainstream consumers, Cisco has recently unveiled a partnership with the object storage provider SwiftStack. An open-source project by its very nature, SwiftStack will work with Cisco to present a turnkey solution for the development of enterprise-specific cloud storage functionality. Moreover, the solution »

As a leader in managed cloud services, Webair has recently bolstered their available disaster recovery options through a brand new partnership with Zerto. A highly recognized provider of IT solutions in their own right, the team with Zerto adds a whole new level of protection to Webair customers. In fact, »

While an exact definition of cognitive computing has yet to be established, most experts can agree that it is a concept that encompasses machine-based learning, language processing, narrative generation and artificial intelligence into one highly complex system. The most well-known example of modern cognitive computing is IBM's Watson supercomputer, which »

As the cloud computing race continues to heat up amongst mainstream and enterprise users, some of the biggest service providers are ramping up their efforts in order to beat out the competition. To that extent, the announcement by Microsoft to expand data center capacities throughout Europe is an obvious effort »

Based out of Mountain View, California, and originally founded in 2009, Pure Storage is still new to the industry of data storage. Despite this fact, as well as their rather modest start, the company has seen significant revenue growth over the past few years. In fact, Pure Storage grew their »

There's no denying the fact that Iron Mountain is one of the major players in the data storage and archival game. Not only has the company been around since 1951, but they're known for burying fully functional data centers deep underground or even within the side of a mountain. While »

The amount of data we generate on a daily basis in the 21st century is unimaginable by the standards of 10 or 20 years ago. With some entities generating upwards of 600 terabytes per day, there's seemingly no end to the data stream. Despite the massive scale of big data »

By now, Windows users are certainly familiar with the concept of the Recycling Bin. Meant to serve as the final resting grounds for unwanted files, the Recycle Bin also provides us with a last-minute option for recovering files that have been deleted. In order to keep with their well-known theme, »

Now that Microsoft has all but shoved the Windows 10 upgrade down our collective throats, some users are finding that they are just not satisfied with the new format. Software incompatibility, missing functionality and system lag are just some of the problems that have been reported by users of the »

With cloud computing competition growing as of late, it can be difficult to decide which service is the best for you. Although there are plenty of options to choose from thus far, two of the most popular seem to be Amazon Web Services and the Google Compute Engine, or Google »

Used by thousands of customers and backed by the likes of PC World, Wired and PC Magazine, IDrive is renowned for its data backup services. With a tiered pricing plan as well as 5 gigabytes of free storage space for anybody who wants to sign up for their service, it's »

If you own and operate an enterprise, it might seem like a good idea to store your mission-critical data in remote locations and even other countries. As some of these foreign services advertise lower pricing plans and improved efficiency, the desire to switch cloud service or storage providers is all »

With all of the focus on blockchain technology, cloud computing and advanced artificial intelligence, it was only a matter of time before a company combined these innovations into a centralized framework. Unsurprisingly, IBM is the first to centralize these solutions into one convenient platform. Enter the IBM Industry Platforms Business »

Although you probably haven't heard of the chemist James Tour or his scientific research at Rice University, there's a good chance you will. Tour and his team made news in 2015 by pioneering a streamlined, ultra-high density form of solid-state storage. There are a number of reasons why this is »

Google Drive, which was launched only a few short years ago, is the search engine giant's answer to cloud-based file storage and sharing. Despite its relatively late introduction into the IT world, Google Drive has already attracted hundreds of millions of customers. Of course, the high amount of active users »

Recovering data that has been lost or deleted from your desktop or laptop PC is a pretty straightforward process. More often than not, files that have been accidentally deleted can be found in the Recycling Bin on your desktop. Even if they aren't in the Recycle Bin, most files can »

Although it was once a foreign concept to many, the benefits of cloud computing are becoming more and more apparent every single day. In fact, some consumers are reaping the advantages of modern cloud computing without even realizing it. According to the latest reports by RightScale, both hybrid and cloud »

In data recovery, technological agility and flexibility is a must. This is especially true in today's highly interconnected world, where upcoming platforms like the Internet of Things are changing the way we view computing in general. As such, it's critical that data recovery experts strive to achieve greater agility and »

As interest in SSDs continue to climb, Lite-On Technology Corporation has recently announced their plans to expand a prolific manufacturing plant located in Taiwan. A manufacturer of SSDs under both the Lite-On and Plextor names, the team with Lite-On hopes to have their new expansion wrapped up by the end »

Rosetta Stone, which was founded in 1991, is an education software company that is well-known for their various programs in language literacy. Considering that they are the most highly reputable and recognized names in the niche, as well as the fact that the majority of their business model revolves around »

Spectra Logic, a popular provider of hybrid cloud computing services, has recently bolstered their capabilities by integrating their software with the universal file and object storage platform known as CyberDuck. The new integration gives users plenty of versatility by allowing them to choose between public and private cloud-based storage, localized »

Originally founded in 1980 and known as Overland Data, the San Diego-based company now known as Overland Storage has been able to maintain their presence in the industry for nearly four decades now. Currently existing as a subsidiary of Sphere 3D, it's safe to say they know a thing or »

When it comes to enterprise data protection, past software options have been cursed with the reputation of being unintuitive, difficult to use and rife with bugs. Thankfully, these days are long gone. In fact, Acronis, one of the most well-known brands in the hybrid cloud protection market, has unveiled the »

As the largest insurance provider in the state of Hawaii, the Hawaii Medical Service Association, or HMSA, has a lot of responsibility riding on its shoulders. In fact, there are currently more than 700,000 people within the state who rely on HMSA for their medical coverage. As such, the act »

Elastic cloud computing has been a hot topic as of late. Used as sort of a catch-all term, elastic cloud computing refers to a system's ability to adapt and cater to specific and changing workloads on the fly. A highly technical process that involves a high level of system autonomy, »

With a history that dates back to late 2003, StorageCraft Technology Corporation has been catering to a global customer base for well over a decade now. Specializing in disaster recovery and long-term storage solutions of all kinds, the team at StorageCraft is certainly no stranger to the niche. However, StorageCraft's »

With the race for larger and more efficient storage mediums focusing primarily on consumer-level hard drives, many manufacturers have ignored some of the other storage options out there. One such medium, the microSD card, for instance, has seen little improvement or development over the past few years. Now the team »

Although the social media network MySpace has certainly waned in popularity over the years, the site still maintains thousands of profiles that haven't been used or updated in years. While this may seem inconsequential to most, the site has now become a gold mine for hackers. In fact, a recent »

In the highly demanding and competitive niche of data recovery, the key to success is staying ahead of the game. This is exactly what the team at Reincubate is hoping to achieve through the recent update of their iPhone Backup Extractor software solution. In fact, the update was delivered to »

Officials all around the maritime industry are celebrating on account of the recent introduction of the Softship AG Advanced Agency Solution. Built specifically with maritime port agents in mind, the software works to facilitate continuous communications, resource management, expense monitoring and labor allocation on behalf of the port agent. Never »

Despite a relatively short amount of time in the industry, the team with Interoute is already making headlines. With their flagship service, Interoute Virtual Data Center, the company is able to give their customers full control of the management and organization of their data while still maintaining an easy-to-use and »

Formed in 2013, Elastifile isn't exactly the most recognizable name in the industry. However, with a team that includes data storage professionals from the likes of IBM, EMC, Red Hat and more, it's safe to say that they know what they're doing. Introducing a New Software-Defined Storage Solution Their enterprise »

Unless you've been living under a rock, you're probably well aware of the seemingly endless race to come up with the next big innovation in data storage. From solid state drives to storing data in crystals, we've certainly come a long way from the archaic methods of the past. However, »

With the cloud computing game quickening its pace now more than ever before, the team with Google has found itself falling behind its competition. Despite the fact that Google was one of the original pioneers of cloud computing in the first place, their efforts for further development seem to be »

For many, cloud storage seems like the most secure option available when it comes to sharing or archiving data. The reliability, accessibility and efficiency of today's cloud service providers are just too good to pass up. However, despite the stellar reputation of cloud computing, your data is still susceptible to »

There are a number of apps that are available to Android users when trying to recover their lost files. Whereas many apps tend to focus on one particular file type or another, the Undeleter, on the other hand, is actually capable of recovering lost images, music, videos, binaries and other »

Known as a trustworthy and reliable provider of data restoration and recovery services, EaseUS is certainly no stranger to the industry. With products that cover nearly every popular platform and operating system, including Windows, Mac, iOS and Android-based devices, their services are used to recover a wide variety of files. »

The Nextbit Robin smartphone, which features Android under the hood, is a midrange device that released in early 2016. While they don't exaclty have the benefit of an established industry presence or a well-known brand, Nextbit's introductory model is still able to compete with the major players of the industry. »

Fairfax County Public Schools is the largest public district in the entire state of Virginia. In a district that generates multiple petabytes worth of data across nearly 300 different schools to date, data storage, archival and security must remain at the top of their IT team's priorities. As such, Fairfax »

With solid state technology accounting for much of the hype surrounding consumer-level data storage as of late, it was only a matter of time before developers started releasing SSDs with higher capacities, faster access times and greater general performance. According to recently leaked information, however, that time could be much »

If you've been keeping an eye on the niche of data storage as of late, you should already be well aware that the race for increased capacity, faster speeds and improved reliability is heating up. Engineers and developers are coming from all corners of the IT industry in order to »

Let's face it, the state of New Jersey isn't exactly known for its presence in the data storage niche. However, a new and quickly growing IT service company hopes to change all that. Headquartered in Addison, IL, the team with ITsavvy has recently expanded their presence with a brand new »

If you've been holding out on the benefits of cloud computing until something more accessible and portable comes along, the iDrive one might be the solution you've been looking for. Approximately the size of today's external hard drives, but with far more connectivity, the iDrive One provides a great alternative »

Verizon Enterprise Solutions has been the victim of another hack, according to reports, and this one is affecting the records of approximately 1.5 million Verizon customers around the globe. While they've been the target of several cyber-attacks as of late, none have gained access to such a large amount of »

While consumers are now generating more data on a daily basis than ever before, it seems there is a never-ending push to come up with new uses for such large amounts of data. Some organizations, such as UNICEF, or the United Nations Children's Emergency Fund, are even using big data »

Despite their relatively low-key profile, DTI Data has been in the data recovery game for well over a decade. With their headquarters located in South Pasadena, FL, and with an additional clean room in New York City, the company has certainly had a significant impact on the east coast of »

If you take a minute to look at the current state of IT memory, especially at the consumer-level, you'll probably notice all the different options that are available on the market today. Flash-based memory, hard disk drives and even DRAM all have very real and useful applications, which can make »

Shared resource virtualization, while once a foreign concept to many, is quickly catching on within the world of data storage, processing and archival. In a world that promotes sharing, virtualization and pooling in nearly every aspect of modern computing, it should come as no surprise that the backup capacity of »

While there are many aspects of the IT industry that have experienced their own boons as of late, there are still a lot of IT professionals who are just now beginning to understand the benefits of data analytics in the 21st century. The days of compiling and reading through hundreds, »

One of the newest and most prolific online portal for sharing digital images and videos, Google Photos was actually a byproduct of the company's lackluster Google+ social network. Despite the fact that Google+ has yet to really catch mainstream popularity, Google Photos has quickly become a popular and valuable service. »

As more and more consumers become educated and knowledgeable about the benefits of cloud computing, alternative platforms, including those seen in popular hybrid cloud platforms, are quickly gaining popularity. The team with Panzura, however, has taken an innovative and incredibly approach to the concept of hybrid cloud computing. In fact, »

We've heard a lot about elastic data storage as of late. IBM, EMC and even Amazon all offer their own form of elastic storage. However, these big names aren't alone in the race to provide consumers with a highly accessible, fully scalable and efficient method for data storage. In fact, »

Despite the fact that they are recognized as the worldwide leader in DNA sequencing instruments, Illumina isn't exactly a household name. However, given some of the recent advancements in medical technology, as well as their own contributions to the field, they may be headed toward the mainstream. Their latest solution, »

Although some may seem tape-based storage as an outdated and inefficient means of preserving data, it remains one of the most reliable forms of long-term data storage to date. Featuring scalability, consistent performance and a relatively low cost when compared to some of the other storage options out there today, »

EMC's Elastic Cloud Storage has been gaining popularity amongst enterprise IT officials as of late, and for good reason. A software-defined object storage platform that features cloud scalability, low costs and accessibility, EMC's Elastic Cloud Storage, or ECS, is quickly becoming the industry standard. To this extent, it should come »

With the baseball season in full swing, it's hard to ignore the crack of the bat and the roar of a hometown crowd. In fact, the allure of the game was too much to ignore for the team with Pure Storage, who recently signed on to overhaul the IT infrastructure »

Let's face it, the concept of a mobile medical device that is meant for consumers to own and use isn't exactly groundbreaking. Despite the fact that the technology has been around for quite some time, few developers have managed to capitalize on the latest innovations of next-gen functionality. AliveCor, an »

Bicycling, or simply cycling, has experienced a recent wave of upgrades and innovations thanks to next-gen technology. One such product, the Xplova X5, offers cyclists with the opportunity to capture and record video during their ride. While this isn't the only feature that Xplova X5 has to offer, it is »

As big data storage, processing and analysis becomes more and more routine in the 21st century, especially when it comes to enterprises and businesses of all sizes, developers from every corner of the IT industry are racing to come up with the next biggest innovation in big data analytics. To »

As Amazon Web Services continues adding features and functionality to their cloud-centric service, the team with AWS has also been hard at work refining the framework that makes cloud-based storage possible in the first place. To that extent, their two new HDD storage options for Amazon Elastic Block Storage, are »

Although IT experts praise the numerous benefits of regularly backing up your data, a recent survey of enterprises and businesses throughout the IT sector has unveiled that almost half of those surveyed said that they only maintain one copy of the business-critical data. If something catastrophic should happen to this »

The United Kingdom is known for their cultural obsession with spies and their craft. In fact, the fictional-yet-famous spy, James Bond, was a part of the Secret Intelligence Service, also known as M16. However, the latest news to come out of M16 isn't fictional and it certainly isn't what you'd »

With cloud computing quickly gaining dominance amongst the consumer public, it only makes sense that some of the bright and you up-and-comers of the industry begin working toward a legitimate education focused on cloud computing and related technologies. In fact, this is exactly what Microsoft hopes to achieve by giving »

When we register and host a website through a domain registrar, that typically comes with the expectation that we'll receive a basic amount of security when it comes to storing our website data on their servers. Although the most popular registrars tend to have a pretty good record when it »

While the recent idea of donating, recycling and trading old cell phones is a great way of keeping these electronic devices out of our city's landfills and garbage dumps, cell phone users should take care that they are not giving away any of their personal information, or the information of »

Symantec NetBackup, now known as Veritas NetBackup, is a collection of backup and recovery tools meant for enterprise users. While there have been a numerous updates to the software and a myriad of official full releases, the purpose and functionality of NetBackup has, for the most part, has remained the »

Based out of Miami, Florida, C&W Business, a division of C&W Communications, is a specialized team that is focused on business development and intelligence solutions within the 21st century. That said, they've recently strengthened their disaster recovery capabilities by developing dedicated disaster recovery plans for each of their Disaster-Recovery-as-a-Service, or »

As the race to pack more and more data into chips that are smaller and smaller continues, Samsung, the global leader in storage technology, has recently unveiled a 256-gigabyte embedded memory utilizing the Universal Flash Storage (UFS) 2.0 platform. Meant specifically for next-gen mobile devices, including upcoming smartphones, production of »

Although they've only been around for a relatively short amount of time, CloudBerry Lab is already making a name for themselves. Their latest announcement, which came near the end of 2015, signifies CloudBerry Lab's new status as a ConnectWise Certified Product. Despite the fact that they've only recently become a »

Specializing in data virtualization services, Actifio, perhaps best known for its proprietary and patented Virtual Data Pipeline (VDP) technology, is lending their hand to XDuce in a recent partnership. XDuce, a company that provides global IT solutions in data backup, recovery and testing, is expected to bolster their customer base »

While many enterprises and businesses have been able to gain a handle on data loss and system downtime, some retailers, particularly those located throughout Canada, are still struggling with such problems. According to a recent report, which was sponsored by EMC Canada, the country is still below the worldwide average »

Given the widespread success of Apple Pay, which was originally unveiled to the general public in 2014, it was only a matter of time before some genuine competition started to surface. Enter the small startup firm known as Tonetag, an endeavor headquartered out of India that hopes to bring wireless »

With Microsoft's HoloLens and Sony's PlaystationVR preparing to ship to consumers around the globe, the entire world is ramping up their anticipation for console-driven virtual reality. While there are already some devices that are capable of providing the user with a pseudo virtual reality experience, such as Google Cardboard and »

Just in case anybody is still unclear about the potential dangers posed by hackers in the 21st century, the recent incident at Jacksonville State University provides a crystal clear example. While it was originally reported that one of the university's own students was arrested for stealing the personal information of »

In a move that has been pending for quite some time now, Microsoft has finally closed a deal to purchase Xamarin, a popular developer of .NET tooling for use with Android, OSX and iOS platforms. Financial terms of the deal were undisclosed, though Xamarin did release information regarding $54 million »

Despite the amount of interconnectivity seen in the 21st century, the healthcare industry is still experiencing some shortcomings. Patients who switch doctors, for example, may find that their new physician is unable to access their old records that have been stored on alternative, old or archaic recordkeeping systems. This often »

What is seen by some as a bid to keep up with their top competitors in the region, Flipkart and Microsoft, the team behind Amazon Web Services has recently announced an initiative aimed at building five new datacenters in the city of Mumbai. As such, Amazon is hoping to grab »

Perhaps best known for their converged data protection platform, Druva has recently bolstered their services by implementing a comprehensive suite of disaster recovery functionality into Druva Phoenix. Aimed at eliminating the need for third-party software and unnecessary hardware, the update provides some additional power to the collection of cloud-based tools »

Originally founded in 2002 and located in the city of Westborough, Massachusetts, ExaGrid Systems, Inc. focuses on disk-based backup and recovery hardware. By specializing in both data compression and data deduplication at the byte level, ExaGrid's backup appliance is able to work with a company's pre-existing backup hardware in order »

Recognized as the world's largest wholesale technology products distributor, the team with Ingram Micro certainly knows a thing or two about the current state of IT. They work with some of the largest manufacturers in the industry, including the likes of Microsoft, Apple, IBM, Cisco and more, and they have »

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past decade, you've undoubtedly heard of the iPhone. What you might not be aware of, however, is it's highly secretive counterpart, meant specifically for modern day spies. The phone, dubbed the Blackphone 2, was developed and manufactured by a company known »

As Microsoft's Azure cloud services continued to grow in popularity around the globe, Microsoft is racing to meet the demands of new markets. In fact, according to recent data collected from the Cloud Industry Forum, approximately 84% of UK-based enterprises have already adopted some form of cloud computing. Such demand »

Perhaps best known as the machine that was used in a trivia competition against real human opponents on the hit television game show Jeopardy, Watson actually has a use outside of answering questions. Built on a natural language processing platform with a highly advanced, machine-based learning system, enterprise leaders have »

In a recent, and successful, attempt at increasing their presence in the cloud, IBM has announced the acquisition of Cleversafe, Inc., a popular manufacturer and developer of object-based software and hardware meant for large-scale data storage. The move should bolster IBM's position regarding 21st century data storage as well as »

As the world's data storage continue to skyrocket, industry leaders are struggling to keep up with demand. While external drives, large-scale data centers and cloud-based storage all make great solutions, they too are limited. However, a recent partnership between SanDisk and Toshiba is hoping to revolutionize data storage with the »

If you are like many of the millions of consumers today who use an iPhone on a daily basis, the sudden loss of your data is a true nightmare scenario. Not only does this mean lost contact information, photos and music, but it could even mean the loss of sensitive »

Having entered the industry in 1978 as Shugart Technology, Seagate is no stranger to digital data storage. While there's no denying the innovations they've ushered into the world of data storage, a recent lawsuit, which was filed by the law firm of Hagens Berman out of Seattle, Washington, claims that »

While common hard drive errors can be manifested in a variety of ways, there are some instances where such errors can go completely unreported, and even undetected, in some systems. Although it is sometimes referred to as a silent read failure, these errors may very well happen on a write »

As Amazon's cloud platform continues to grow in popularity, the company is constantly striving for expansion and development. To this extent, their newest data centre, which is set to be established in Montreal, Quebec, Canada by the end of 2016, will provide greater connectivity and increased support for cloud-based workloads »

Perhaps best known for their solutions in the niche of cloud-based backup and data security, the team with Carbonite has recently announced the acquisition of EVault. Though the deal cost the Boston-based Carbonite a total of $14 million, this development is expected to significantly strengthen Carbonite's presence in the industry. »

As more consumers are now relying on data centre solutions for their long-term storage needs, service providers and operators alike are continually on the lookout for the next big innovation. That said, the team with Nokia is pushing the envelope of mobile technology with the recent launch of a localised, »

With data storage providers racing to come up with the next innovation in the niche, it seems that Microsoft has pulled out to a sudden lead with their most recent endeavor. Officially referred to as Project Natick, their latest attempt to revolutionize the data storage industry relies on large-scale data »

Traditionally focused on software-based security, including their popular Symantec Antivirus programs, the team with Symantec has since diversified their portfolio. However, at least one of their latest endeavors, which involves their information management solution known as Veritas, has been sold. In fact, a firm known as The Carlyle Group has »

Although data centres have existed in one form or another since the earliest days of computing, mainstream adoption of cloud-based storage and has seen a huge increase in demand as of late. Coupled with recent data storage concerns, both virtual and physical, some data centres have taken a unique approach »

The Federal Trade Commission, or FTC, is an independent agency that is aimed at consumer protection as well as the removal or outright prevention of anti-competitive practices in businesses today. As an entity that knows a thing or two about consumer privacy, it was only a matter of time before »

Once known as Luminal, the company based out of Frederick, Maryland has recently changed their name to match the title of their flagship product; a cloud-based operating system known as Fugue. On top of their brand new moniker, the team with Fugue has also secured an additional $20 million in »

Originally unveiled in 2014, Google's Project Tango is a highly innovative and ambitious undertaking to say the least. A specialized technology that is meant to detect the position of a mobile device in a manner that is relative to the immediate surroundings, the platform functions without the use of a »

Originally launched in early 2010, the Active Archive Alliance represents a collaborative effort to promote the awareness, knowledge and accessibility of data archival services and solutions in the 21st century. With a list of partners that includes the likes of Dell, HP, Western Digital, Fujifilm, Spectra Logic, Quantum, HGST, DDN »

The niches of shared-storage and cloud computing may be chock-full of competition lately, including well-known brands such as Dropbox, YouSendIt, Minbox and more, but that's not stopping the team with Infinit from launching their own shared-storage service. While they certainly have a lot of work ahead of themselves in order »

As the cloud continues to grow in popularity, consumers, enterprises and organizations of all types have found it to be an incredibly valuable resource for operating in the 21st century. Moreover, according to a recent report by ReportsWeb, entitled "Global Cloud Storage Market Forecast 2015-2021", is predicting even greater cloud »

The General Dynamics Information Technology Cloud, or GDIT Cloud for short, has only been in place for a few short years. Specializing in various managed services and cloud-based solutions, including email-as-a-service, software-as-a-service, platform-as-a-service, shared collaboration, virtualization and more, the comprehension platform is used primarily in intelligence, defense and commercial applications. »

While Backblaze's own cloud platform, known as B2 Cloud Storage, has already seen an extensive private beta test, the developers have recently transitioned their storage solution into the public beta testing phase. Designed as a direct competitor to the mainstream cloud services provided by Google, Amazon and Microsoft, the private »

BackupAssist Software has been safeguarding data for well over a decade. As such, it's safe to say that they know the niche inside and out. One of their most recent releases, BackupAssist v9, takes aim at server virtualization with an increased focus on Hyper-V technology. Apart from the highly useful »

Having began their quest for complete system virtualization in 2005, the City of Cape Coral, Florida, sometimes referred to as a "Waterfront Wonderland," certainly has their work cut out for them. Not only are they behind some of their neighbors in the embrace of information technology, but they are also »

Based out of Sunnyvale, California, the team with UberCloud has recently announced the release of UberCloud Containers. These highly useful offerings will come in the form of a series of ready-to-execute software suites meant to assist engineers in the completion of everyday tasks. By taking advantage of the convenience of »

Netgear's line of ReadyNAS 200 Series NAS devices, which has already received recognition as an award-winning storage solution, has recently announced the addition of two new products to the family: the ReadyNAS 212 as well as the ReadyNAS 214. A fine complement to the offerings that are already seen in »

Having taken a proactive stance to enhance document synchronization between mobile devices, company computers and traditional paperwork, the team with Adobe is introducing new digital document accessibility through a new partnership with Dropbox. To that extent, they've recently announced their plans to boost functionality regarding e-signing services as well as »

While Microsoft Azure has enjoyed a lot of publicity lately, primarily through their new deal with Red Hat, the team responsible for the ongoing development of the Azure platform has been hard at work on other deals and partnerships, too. More specifically, their latest collaboration with the MariaDB Enterprise Cluster »

Based out of the southern United States in Hunstville, Alabama,, ADTRAN, Inc. has recently unveiled their new ProCloud Analytics solution that is poised to bolster data collection, processing and analysis on behalf of their customers. The new functionality is expected to help ADTRAN maintain competitiveness while simultaneously providing improved customer »

Formerly known as Box.net, Box provides online file sharing and content management solutions for businesses and enterprises throughout the world. Although they currently provide as much as 10 gigabytes of free storage space to their personal account holders, with more available through their "freemium" pricing model, Box has recently expanded »

For the managed services provider and data center known as Advantage, headquartered out of New Zealand, joining forces with such reputable names as Dell and Veeam was a no-brainer. Not only is it great for their own reputation, but it bolsters service delivery and accessibility on behalf of all their »

You’ve probably never heard of Datos IO, and that’s completely by design. In fact, the company has only recently emerged from stealth operations, where they procured more than $15 million in initial venture funding from the likes of True Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners and more. All of the startup capital »

A leader in data storage and security since 1996, Imation is a company that has built a reputation by staying on the cutting edge of innovation and adapting to new industry trends. However, they’ve made big waves throughout the IT community as of late on account of their most recent »

As an industry leader in cloud-oriented services, including data backup and recovery solutions, Asigra has always been on the cutting edge of technology and innovation. To this extent, they’ve recently announced new software aimed at bolstering disaster recovery on behalf of AWS users. Known as the AWS EBS Snapshot Manager, »

Philadelphia Mixing Solutions, headquartered of Palmyra, Pennsylvania, has long been a leader in the development of agitation and aeration hardware. With a massive laboratory that is dedicated toward researching and optimizing such equipment, the company certainly generates its fair share of data. With this in mind, the company has recently »

Canada isn’t known for its abundance of WWII-era battlefields, but there are some historic defenses that are still in place in various strategic locations. The majority of such defensive structures are bunkers, which were meant to provide defense from Axis bombing. Luckily, however, such firepower never reached North America. Nevertheless, »

While Microsoft Azure continues to gain popularity, the research team with Microsoft continues to introduce new features and functionality designed at bolstering connectivity, streamlining access and strengthening customer service. As such, it should come as no surprise that their latest endeavor is focused on the Internet of Things and the »

With an unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction, the team with Ultimaco regularly responds to the input of their service users. In their latest effort, which was sparked entirely from increasing customer demand, developers with Ultimaco have introduced brand new load balancing functionality within the CryptoServer Hardware Security Module, or HSM. »

A term that still lives in relatively obscurity, The Internet of Things, or IoT, refers to a concept that describes the current network of physical objects, including various electronic devices, software systems and more, which gather and transmit data between one another. However, as the world starts to rely more »

While there are plenty of imaging software options available on the market today, none have been able to capture instant restoration functionality such as that seen in Windows’ own System Restore option. However, that time is gone. Thanks to a new software update from Horizon DataSys, consumers can use Drive »

Having originally come together in 2007, the team with Backblaze has been devoted to the niche of online data backup services. With software that is compatible with both Windows and Mac environments, and experience in both consumer and enterprise-level data backup, it’s safe to say that the experts a Backblaze »

In their latest effort to increase accessibility to large-scale and cloud-based storage, the team with the Google Cloud Platform recently announced the availability of Google Cloud Storage, Google Cloud SQL and Google Compute Engine on the East Coast of the United States. The new functionality of the data center, which »

Founded in Mountain View, California in 2009 by chief technical officer John Colgrove and chief architect John Hayes, Pure Storage is a company that specializes in enterprise-level data storage via flash-based mediums. After securing approximately $5 million in initial Series A funding, most of which was contributed by Sutter Hill »

While Google Cloud Storage Nearline has been in its beta testing phase for quite some time now, the highly innovative data backup and recovery solution has only recently been unveiled to the public. Considering the service was originally announced in March 2015, consumers have been waiting quite a while to »

The XChange Solution Provider event, held in early 2015 in Dallas, Texas, highlighted a number of new technologies and innovations within the IT industry. One such product, the MPac-G2 RAID Backup Drive from Highly Reliable Systems, drew a great deal of attention on account of its speed, form factor and »

With computer hacking and identity theft affecting more and more companies within the United States, it should come as no surprise to anyone that individual states are stepping up to the plate with their own laws and regulations that are meant to protect and even compensate victims in the event »

While the consumer market has been flooded with data backup and protection solutions as of late, many find the costs of today’s backup services are simply too high. As such, CommVault has made a vow to lower the costs of data backup and archival across the board. To support this »

Desktop-as-a-service, also referred to as DaaS, is a cloud-oriented platform that provides virtual desktop infrastructure services with back-end operations left up to a cloud service provider. Such operations include data storage, file archival, system security and upgrades. There are a number of advantages to desktop-as-a-service, including reduced costs in comparison »

Although they are primarily known for their popular online backup service for both Windows and Mac OS X, Backblaze has also been recognized for their work with large-scale enterprises and businesses. Their line of Storage Pods, which can accommodate dozens of hard drives within a 4U-sized server, have been used »

The race to come up with next big idea in memory technology is currently in full swing, but a new innovation that was recently unveiled through a scientific collaboration based out of Europe may be the solution we’ve been looking for all along. According to the scientists involved, the use »

Following the news of a massive data breach involving the customers and employees of Anthem, one of the largest health insurance providers within the United States, IT administrators within the healthcare IT sector are scrambling to make sure their own systems are up-to-date and protected from hackers. The attack on »

Data access can be governed in a variety of ways. Most of us are already very familiar with RAM, or random access memory, which essentially allows data to be read in any order. On the other hand, sequential access memory, or SAM, facilitates data access through a sequential process. Such »

Originally founded in 2002 and based out of Ontario, Canada, the popular provider of medical records management and storage, Nightingale Informatix Corporation, is a public company that hosts offices throughout Canada and the United States. As the serve the industry of healthcare information technology, including family physicians, allied healthcare practitioners, »

Known as a leading provider of data security and protection services, the team with Carbonite certainly has a lot of work on their hands. Many rely on their personal solutions as a means of safeguarding family photos, contact information and personal files, but Carbonite offers a range of services meant »

As a global provider of cloud-based backup and recovery services, Data Deposit Box, Inc. has recently unveiled a new network attached storage (NAS) device. Serving as the introductory product to their brand new family of Smart Storage solutions, the Smart Storage NAS provides a unique combination of continuous cloud backup »

While the majority of today’s smartphones utilize cloud technology in some way or another, a new startup company known as Nextbit is looking to redefine mobile cloud computing as we know it. Their new device, known as the Nextbit Robin, is an attempt at ensure accessibility to frequently used applications »

Based out of Tanzania, Tigo is a regional provider of Internet services as well as mobile voice, data and SMS messaging. As the country was recently connected to the national fiber optic infrastructure within the area, Tanzania saw a massive uptick of mobile phone usage. In fact, some studies saw »

As NetSuite has long been a leading provider of enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management and e-commerce, it’s easy to see why the team at Tribridge would seek to cultivate a relationship with the reputable company. While their entry into the NetSuite Solution Provider Program might not present a large-scale »

Based out of Boulder, Colorado, the Center for Human Genetics and Laboratory Diagnostics has recently chosen to embrace SEP sesam, a proven disaster recovery and backup system, to safeguard their oversized and complex data workloads. Pioneered by SEP Software Corporation, SEP sesam has already been field-tested and proven in action. »

As a provider of IT solutions, cloud computing and managed services throughout a variety of industries, FlexITy Solutions understands the importance of data protection. As such, it should come as no surprise that they’ve recently decided to call upon Asigra Cloud Backup as their platform for backup and recovery services. »

In a move that is expected to establish mainstream standards in cloud computing, Intel has announced their part in the OpenStack Innovation Center. The recent announcements puts them in a position of direct collaboration with Rackspace and the University of Texas at San Antonio, also known as USTA, in an »

Originally launched by the Linux Foundation, the Open Mainframe Project was established to bolstering the performance, efficiency and user accessibility of mainframe computer systems. While some may view mainframe computers as archaic or obsolete, such systems still play a critical role in the infrastructure of some major institutions. Particularly for »

Given Dell’s reputation in large-scale, server-based data storage, it should come as no surprise that they’ve recently teamed up with Scality, the industry leader in software-based storage, in order to bolster performance, scalability and service reliability. The new partnership will see Scality’s RING software, a petabyte-scale storage system, included in »

As healthcare IT continues to blossom, some of the nation’s foremost companies are stepping up to the plate in order to provide their solutions in medical technology and research. One such company, Intel, has recently teamed with the experts at the Knight Cancer Institute at Oregon Health & Science University »

As a leading provider of on-premise, off-site and cloud-based disaster recovery for managed service providers (MSPs), the team with Servosity certainly has their work cut out for them. Their latest offering, Servosity VMware Backup, extends their reach even further by combining agentless, hypervisor-level data protection as well as granular recovery »

Professional videographers, filmmakers and production personnel face a number of unique challenges when it comes to managing and storing their digital data, not the least of which is offloading data into some sort of archival device. That’s exactly what makes the Nexto NVS2825 portable memory card backup system so unique. »

Although it has only been available for a few short months, data center administrators who had been searching for a solution that is capable of managing and safeguarding data from different operating systems, databases and applications are already praising the functionality of the Seagate EVault Backup Target Appliance, or Seagate »

Although VMware has been avoiding OpenStack technology up until now, increasing customer demand for the OpenStack platform has led the popular system virtualization provider to accept the technology once and for all. While it took VMware nearly five years to do so, the move is expected to bolster overall customer »

While there are a number of ways to archive your data on a Mac, backing up a Windows partition via OS X simply hasn’t been possible – until now. Thanks to Paragon Software Group, the capability has become a reality with the release of Paragon Boot Camp Backup. Not only »

VMware’s vRealize Suite is cloud management platform that facilitates automated infrastructure provisioning and delivery, intelligent operations, business insight and unified management within hybrid cloud environments. Although the package already provides a high level of functionality, the team with DataGravity has recently introduced their own analytical insights regarding operations, security and »

As a company that oversees data protection for 500,000 businesses located throughout 130 separate countries, it’s safe to say that Acronis is quickly gaining steam as a global leader in data protection. With that in mind, the team with Acronis recently released the latest versions of their popular product, Acronis »

A leader provider of managed services, including networking, cloud computing and data center functionality, the team with Windstream is no stranger to advanced IT concepts of today. With this in mind, it’s easy to see how they are able to complement the experts at HP through the PartnerOne Program. Both »

It was two years ago when Seagate first introduced the concept of their Kinetic Open Storage Platform, which allowed applications to access certain hard drives via an Ethernet connection in order to store objects through the use of key / value pairings. In an effort to bolster development of the »

Originally started in 2009 by CEO Stefan Groschupf and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Datameer has been providing end-to-end big data analytics within the Hadoop environment ever since. Although Datameer currently works with more than 200 clients, including companies such as VISA, Citi, Telefonica and more, they’re looking to expand »

Credited with pioneering the original Converged Data Management platform, Rubrik is certainly no stranger to the latest in information technology. Meant to integrate data protection capability, instant recovery options and development operations into a single service, the popular platform has recently been upgraded to version 2.0. As such, users of »

Based out of Toronto, the team with ioFABRIC has recently won the Most Innovative Enterprise Business Application Award while attending the Flash Memory Summit in Santa Clara, California. The award-winning product, a software-defined storage solution known as SDS, is meant to alleviate some of the challenges and costs associated with »

As the need for enhanced database structure, data security and data accessibility continue to rise, some companies find themselves joining forces with their peers in order to accommodate such demands. One of the latest partnerships, involving DataStax and Datapipe, promises to fulfill the need of big data analytics in real-time, »

Microsoft Azure has enjoyed its reputation as one of the leading cloud computing platforms ever since its inception in 2010. While the architecture offers plenty of cloud-based services and options to its customers, cloud backup functionality has certainly been lacking. At least, it was until their latest announcement, which adds »

The team with Satcom Direct has been involved in communications ever since their inception in 1997. Beginning with the Global One Number service, which facilitated ground-to-air communications via a 10-digit number regardless of the aircraft’s physical location, the company has played a critical role in the refinement and development of »

The term “software-as-a-service” has been thrown around a lot as of late, but it’s not just some industry buzzword. Software-as-a-service, which saves enterprises the cost of having to establish and maintain their own IT infrastructure, has a number of real implications and benefits in the 21st century. One such benefit »

Originally coined by Dr. Steve Herrod, CTO with VMware, the term “software-defined data center,” abbreviated as SDDC and sometimes referred to as a virtual data center, is a concept that refers to a collection of infrastructure services, including automation, pooling and abstraction, to be delivered as a solitary service. While »

I’ve you’ve been following the IT industry as of late, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term “software-defined networking.” More than just a buzzword, the phrase software-defined networking actually refers to the process of separating system resources as a means of simplifying day-to-day networking operations. Software-Defined Networking in a Nutshell Network services »

Touted as “a major breakthrough in memory process technology,” the latest development from Intel and Micron is already making headlines across the globe. Known as 3D Xpoint, the newly introduced class of memory is purportedly 1,000 times quicker and more durable than the NAND storage seen in today’s mobile devices »

A part of the Data Storage Corporation brand, Message Logic specializes in email archiving, cloud services and customer-specific solutions. While they already have a large base of clientele across the globe, their recent introduction of Smart Archiving functionality is expected to draw even more attention to organization. Touted as an »

In 2014, the developers with HP announced their plans for “The Machine,” a highly advanced system that combines the functionality of a server, workstation, PC and a mobile device all into one package. Per the original announcement, The Machine was to use combined computational processing power in order to handle »

NTI Corporation, the pioneer behind the highly popular NTI Backup Now software, has recently unveiled the latest version of their software. Released to the public in August 2015, NTI Backup Now 6 features an enhanced user interface, improved backup speeds and an integrated Job Management console to streamline the entire »

Given the sudden popularity boom of cloud computing services, it was only a matter of time before we started to see some standardization amongst applications, services and protocols. As such, it should come as no surprise that The Linux Foundation, in coordination with many other industry giants, have come together »

Founded in 2002, VaultLogix, an InterCloud Systems company, has been providing data storage and backup services to an international cast of enterprises and businesses. Currently hosting datacenters in multiple locations in both the United States and Canada, the team is solidifying their efforts in the cloud computing game through the »

Currently considered the global market leader in providing cloud-based IT service management to managed service providers and end-user enterprises, LogicNow has their hand in many facets of today’s IT industry. As such, it’s easy to see why their MAX ServiceDesk software, which gives organizations the ability to forge and centralize »

While cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services seem to be taking up the largest portion of the spotlight, at least within the United States, they may find some new competition from the Alibaba Group. While they’ve been providing cloud services throughout China for quite some time now, and »

Although Microsoft Azure was only founded in 2010, it’s already undergone a great deal of changes and updates as a means of bolstering its usability. The latest upgrades, Azure Search and Azure DocumentDB, opens up the popular cloud computing platform to search-as-a-service functionality as well as the ability to store »

Originally founded in 1985, the team at Prosoft Engineering, Inc. has been working with both Mac and PC systems for over 30 years to date. A software developer that primarily specializes in data recovery, it should come as no surprise that their flagship project is an application known as Data »

When Frank Frankovsky left his position as a hardware chief with Facebook in 2014, he had his sights set big. Focusing on his own venture, a company known as Optical Archive, Inc., Frankovsky immediately begin his own foray into the industry. What he could have never expected, however, was the »

Originally founded in 2003, Acronis currently supports its worldwide base of customers through their software solutions meant for data backup, disaster recovery, file sharing and more. A privately owned company with several hundred employees of their own, Acronis caters primarily to small and medium-sized companies who require outside assistance with »

By now, most of us understand how important it is to back up our data on a regular basis. However, a recent report, which was authored by Kaspersky Lab and B2B International, states that a total of 18% of South African computer users ended up losing their backup copies, as »

Cybercrime and data breaches have become an ongoing problem in the IT sector of the 21st century. In fact, problems such as this have become so rampant that a recent report predict the costs of data breaches around the globe will reach as much as $2.1 trillion by 2019. While »

As the team with SanDisk is known for pushing the boundaries of today’s technologies, it should come as no surprise that their newest device, the Connect Wireless Stick, is meant to bridge the gap between mobile and desktop computing. The device, which is available in various capacities, is SanDisk’s attempt »

Originally founded in 2000, Netlist quickly gained steam in the world of high-performance modular memory subsystems. Within their relatively short lifespan, Netlist has already gained acclaim as the leading provider of such subsystems in the world. As such, they are making great strides in overcoming technical limitations regarding costs, performance »

The Apple iPhone is undoubtedly one of the most popular mobile devices ever created. Capable of supporting two different kinds of instant messaging, including the iMessage and SMS messages, the iPhone lets its users communicate with others whether they have an iPhone or not. At one point or another, you »

The WhatsApp Messenger has been gaining popularity as the go-to instant messaging service. The app can be used whether you are on an iPhone, Android, Windows Phone, Nokia smartphone or on a BlackBerry, and the low subscription fee of $0.99 per year makes it an incredibly attractive option. While many »

In an effort to take a proactive stance and tackle ever-evolving IT demands, the team with HP recently announced the launch of the Integrity Superdome X and the Integrity NonStop X servers, both of which are expected to bolster profitability on behalf of their customers. The announcement was made at »

With a current customer base of more than 40,000 users located throughout the globe, the team at Connected Data is no stranger to file governance, management, sharing and security. As such, one of their latest releases, the Network Storage Connector, is meant to introduce automated file synchronization and sharing functionality »

A leader in the sector of data protection and governance, Druva’s recent endeavor centers on the mobile workforce of the 21st century. Known as the inSync Proactive Compliance Solution, their newest offering is an attempt to blur the lines between cloud and mobile data while still holding data accessibility and »

Comcast Business, which provides enterprise-level voice, Internet and data services through a highly scalable program, recently announced their plans to fulfill the needs of Perpetual Storage’s new program, DataVaulting. A lesser known entity when compared to their newest partner, Perpetual Storage provides secure, off-site storage of digital and microform data »

Windows 10 was officially launched at the end of July 2015, but PC users were seeing the Windows 10 icon in their taskbar’s for quite some time now. While the introduction of Windows 10 is surrounded by much hype and many promises from the team at Microsoft, there’s still a »

Although Avnet has been working with Veeam in their European markets since 2009, as well as Australian and Indonesian markets since 2012, they’re only now introducing the functionality to their customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Not only will this strengthen the global relationship between Avnet and Veeam, but it »

While Intel has been working side-by-side with the professionals at Rackspace for quite some time now, their relationship has certainly grown after their recent announcement of their “Cloud for All” initiative. Intel and Rackspace hope that their new program will help to drive cloud adoption by enterprises and companies of »

While the team with Springpath had previously been working outside of the public eye and with the moniker of Storvisor, they’ve recently made their presence known after securing some $34 million in investment capital. The funds came from a number of sources, including Redpoint Ventures, New Enterprise Associates and Sequoia »

Salesforce.com, a popular provider of platform-as-a-service and software-a-service offerings, recently announced their approval to sell their services on the new Government Cloud. Having recently gained their authority to operate (ATO) from the Department of Health and Human Services, the team with Salesforce has wasted no time in developing their government-oriented »

Formerly known as Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, it’s safe to say that the team with HGST knows their way around data storage. As such, the fact that they’ve managed to release the very first 10 TB hard drive into the industry should come as no surprise. Nevertheless, their latest announcement »

As an industry frontrunner in the area of data recovery and restoration, it should come as no surprise that Kroll Ontrack is constantly pushing the limits of technology today. That said, their recent announcement revolves around the latest breakthrough in the recovery of overwritten data from LTO-6 tape cartridges. While »

IBM is no stranger to pioneering highly innovative breakthroughs in the world of semiconductor chips, and they’ve certainly lived up to their reputation with their latest announcement of functional ultradense computer chips. The announcement, which was made in tandem with an international team of researchers and developers in the IT »

When Microsoft introduced the first public preview of SQL Server 2016, many longtime users took note of the bevy of new features seen in the popular server software. Touted by Microsoft as “the biggest leap forward in Microsoft’s data platform history,” SQL Server 2016 provides advanced analytical capabilities, including real-time »

Offering their customers a healthy mixture of data backup, replication and deduplication functionality while maintaining a high level of availability, Arcserve’s unified data protection software hopes to reinvent the world of data protection and set a new industry standard in the process. Complete with the trademarked Assured Recovery protocol, which »

Seagate has long been one of the most popular manufacturers of consumer hard drives. As such, it should come as no surprise that their recent announcement centers on the launch of their brand new hybrid backup solution, which is meant specifically for small businesses and enterprises. While it takes a »

Unitrends has been filling an important niche in the area of data backup, recovery and archival through products like Unitrends Recovery Series and Unitrends Enterprise Backup. While such software has proven incredibly useful to their customers, the recent introduction of the Unitrends Forever Cloud promises to bolster the functionality of »

LogicNow’s MAX Backup service has been providing a comprehensive, versatile and straightforward means of protecting data on behalf of managed service providers around the globe. While their popular software has seen many updates throughout its lifespan, the team with LogicNow has recently unveiled a brand new pricing scheme for their »

Originally launched in 2013, the team at Mesosphere has been working toward one ultimate goal: the release of their Datacenter Operating System, also known as DCOS. While their efforts took several years, the company has finally announced the release of their DCOS product. Moreover, the company even announced a free »

Apple’s iCloud is a popular service that lets user sync data from their Apple devices onto the cloud. While the program itself is available to Apple customers at no charge, the basic service only includes 5 GB of cloud storage space. Users who require more space will have to pay »

Acronis has been providing data archival and protection solutions ever since they entered the market in 2003. Headquartered out of Wobourn, Massachusetts, the team with Acronis definitely knows their way around the data backup process. With this in mind, it comes as no surprise that their latest offering, the Acronis »

While you might not be familiar with the name Qumulo as of yet, the innovative team of IT professionals is hoping to change that following the closure of their latest round of investments. They’ve maintained a rather inconspicuous and unknown presence as of yet, but that doesn’t mean they’ve been »

The latest update to Veeam Availability Suite, version 9, was introduced in June of 2015. Apart from facilitating access to disaster recovery-as-a-service functionality, the update also introduced cloud-based virtual machine replication through Veeam Cloud Connect. Veeam’s Cloud Connect program has been used for. In fact, it was first seen in »

Ever since its launch in September 2008, enterprises of all sizes have been using Dropbox’s traditional file hosting service to store, share and protect their data. While Dropbox has already proven itself as an incredible useful and convenient service, it does have its drawbacks. One of the biggest disadvantages of »

Originally introduced in December 2014, Watson Analytics is a cloud-oriented smart data discovery service that leverages predictive analysis in a visual manner that is clear, concise and incredibly intuitive. Based on the natural spoken language, Watson Analytics is already garnering a lot of attention from industry professionals and consumers alike. »

Having worked on various projects with the United States government since 1987, Crystal Group, based out of Hiawatha, Iowa, is a manufacturer of commercial and customized computer systems, including displays, network switches and storage devices. Their latest government project, a recent contract extension from Boeing, has the team with Crystal »

Specializing in cloud-centric data storage and protection, Barracuda Networks’ newest offering, Cloud-to-Cloud Backup, is looking to enhance their flexibility and integrity of cloud-based storage networks today. Available as software-as-a-service (SaaS), Barracuda’ Cloud-to-Cloud Backup is already turning heads around the industry. The Barracuda Cloud-to-Cloud Backup service is meant to facilitate the »

While some may be under the impression that their data is inaccessible after deletion, some files may still be recoverable by prying eyes, malicious computer users and would-be identity thieves. In fact, removing all traces of a file from a hard drive is anything but a straightforward process. That’s exactly »

Specializing in the manufacture of storage area network (SAN) arrays, the team with Dot Hill is certainly familiar with the niche of data management. Solidifying their expertise even further comes int he form of a recent announcement, which unveils the company's latest patent for a brand new means of protecting »

Pioneering the successful startup of a new company in today’s IT market is a risky endeavor to say the least. Not only does it require entrepreneurship, but it also requires a high level of ingenuity, innovation and IT specialization. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, starting a new business requires a »

Originally founded in 1986, Asigra currently exists as a company that specializes in cloud-based data backup and recovery. Their flagship product, Asigra Cloud Backup, is the evolution of one of Asigra’s earliest offerings, DS-Televaulting, in 1986. Rebranded as Asigra Cloud Backup in 2009, the team with Asigra has been dedicated »

Based out of California, Synology specializes in IP and cloud-based surveillance in the 21st century. Moreover, the team at Synology has been working to consolidate functionality related to long-term data storage, backup and archival, business continuity planning and file sharing. In that regard, their newest server solution – the RC18015xs+ »

Acting as a virtual storefront from cloud computing services, the Verizon Cloud Marketplace was launched near the end of 2014. Offering quick and easy access to crucial services and functionality within the cloud, the Verizon Cloud Marketplace features offerings from a number of highly reputable and prolific companies. Siki Giunta, »

With IT security at the forefront of most consumer concerns as of late, especially within the cloud computing niche, many are still hesitant to embrace all that the cloud has to offer. In a recent effort to curb some of these concerns, Microsoft has recently adopted the International Organization for »

Based out of El Segundo, California, Infrascale has been at the forefront of cloud-centric data protection in the 21st century. To this extent, it should come as no surprise that their recent release, the Cloud Backup Accelerator, takes advantage of four brand new innovations: direct-to-cloud backup functionality, purpose-built backup hardware, »

Based out of Sunnyvale California, Coho Data specializes in enterprise-level data storage and management. As such, it should come as no surprise that their core product, the Coho DataStream, focuses on the challenges and nuances of data storage today. What may be surprising, however, is the fact that the Coho »

As some enterprises are still reluctant to embrace cloud computing, industry leaders are clamoring to introduce new, streamlined solutions that are meant to ease concerns associated with the cloud in its current state. One such platform, HP Helion, attempts to address the primary worries of security and accessibility while still »

IBM Storage has served as a highly specialized division focusing on disk, flash and tape-based storage in the 21st century. Having enjoyed a great deal of success under the name, IBM Storage has seen a sudden renovation. Now known as IBM Spectrum, the offshoot enterprise will continue its focus on »

Sometimes referred to as “cold” data, information or files that are stored offline via a third-party provider can sometimes be difficult to access. The problem, however, is that cold data may be critical to the daily operations of an enterprise or corporation. As the patience of customers continues to be »

As a leader in disaster recovery and data backup services, including software and hardware solutions, it’s safe to say that the team with Arcserve knows their business. Because of this, their latest line of UDP (Unified Data Protection) 7000 Appliances are already attracting attention around the industry. Touted as an »

Known for providing data backup services for Windows systems, SQL / Exchange servers and virtual machines, NovaStor is constantly pushing the limits of their software and technology. In an effort to bolster their service, the team with NovaStor recently released NovaBACKUP xSP v17, which includes a host of new features »

Microsoft’s Azure Site Recovery is a service that provides disaster recovery and business continuity on behalf of on-premise and cloud systems. In use since 2014, Azure Site Recovery offers near-zero recovery point objective (RPO) technology as well as the latest in data protection innovation. For those who would like to »

The Microsoft Open CloudServer, sometimes shortened to OCS, is a series of specifications and standards that apply to rack servers and chassis systems. In use since early 2014, OCS is meant to promote energy efficiency while still bolstering connectivity and operability. The newest update to the OCS standard, v2, introduces »

Value added resellers, or VARs, have been hesitant about adopting software-as-a-service platforms into their own portfolio of service offerings. Citing such issues as service outages, compliance regulation, mobile access and even data security, many VARs simply don’t see the benefit of SaaS in its present state. As such, the expert »

Specializing in adaptive enterprise file services for businesses of all sizes, Egynte is a company that is already well-versed in both on-premise storage and cloud-centric data management. As such, it should come as no surprise that their latest product, Egnyte for Google Apps, exists to bridge the gap between localized »

EMC, a multinational corporation specializing in cloud computing, data storage, virtualization, big data analytics and more, has made recent headlines by acquiring Virtustream; an enterprise focused on SAP software automation and cloud computing services. The deal, which is valued at $1.2 billion, is expected to expand and strengthen the usage »

With well over 300,000 professionals relying on ClearDATA’s expertise in the area of healthcare IT, it’s safe to say that the company has their work cut out for them. Thankfully, given ClearDATA’s expertise in cloud computing, compliance and infrastructure, the team is able to tackle the challenge head on. In »

The team with Western Digital, sometimes shortened to WD, is known as a leader in data storage, backup and protection. In an effort to maintain their status as an industry frontrunner and role model, they’ve recently unveiled the Sentinel DX4200 storage server for small and medium-sized businesses. As to be »

While migrating data from one server to another can be a painstaking and tedious process, it is an eventual reality for most companies who store and use digital data. With software and hardware becoming outdated, it’s important that companies stay up-to-date with the recent data storage trends. In order to »

While it may not be one of the most familiar names in the industry, HGST, formerly known as Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Digital since 2003. Based out of San Jose, California, HGST boasts a worldwide customer base that relies on their hard »

Whether it’s by a specific time, transaction or application, a certain level of consistency is required in order to ensure the viability and effectiveness of a data backup. Without achieving at least one of these factors, a backup may be rendered completely inaccessible, useless or only partially available. This is »

The Microsoft Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service has been in use for over 10 years now. Not only is it seen in consumer operating systems, but it also comes fully integrated into the latest releases of Windows Server, as well. But what exactly is the Microsoft Windows Volume Shadow Copy »

Windows 8 comes complete with a plethora of tools and utilities that give users the ability to recovery lost or deleted files. However, in order to make the most out of Window 8’s data recovery functionality, one will need to create a bootable recovery partition in order to store an »

Although Windows Server 2016 has not been released at the time of this writing, preview and beta versions have been made available to select professionals in the IT industry. With ample time to test out the software up to this point, experts are beginning to grasp the concepts behind some »

CenturyLink, a popular provider of telephone, high-speed Internet and cable television services, boasts a lot of customers throughout the residential, commercial, governmental and wholesale markets. As a result, their overall power consumption is quite significant. In an effort to help reduce this footprint, which will ultimately lower upkeep costs on »

Traditionally, cloud-based storage providers rely on a pricing model that factors in the number of machines as well as the size of disks needed to fulfill the storage needs of their customers. In an attempt to buck this trend, the experts with Canonical recently unveiled their Ubuntu Advantage Storage platform, »

As a frontrunner in enterprise-class, cloud-centric data protection, Dakota Cloud Recovery is no stranger to the niche of cloud computing. In a recent effort to expand their footprint even further, the team with Dakota Cloud Recovery has announced their partnership with Xdata, Inc., a leader in managed IT and cloud »

Dell’s PowerEdge Servers, currently in their 13th generation, have been used as a means of providing efficient and secure data storage for small to large enterprises for over a decade. Featuring the latest in technology and innovation, the PowerEdge line has carved a reputation out of reliability, resiliency and accessibility. »

Although today’s hard drives are meant to achieve fast access times while offering an unprecedented amount of storage space, many PC users still find their hard drives consumed with digital junk. Useless programs, viruses and even malicious software, also known as malware, can all fill a hard drive to capacity »

Continuing to push the boundaries of modern cloud computing, Microsoft’s latest cloud-centric invention, brought about by an internal research project which was disseminated at the IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy 2015, is meant to bolster data security throughout its entire time in storage. Touted as a “lockbox in the »

The team with Egnyte has been pushing the boundaries of innovation in data storage and file sharing for quite some time now, but their latest move attempts to bridge the gap between mobile connectivity, cloud architecture and on-premises storage. Unveiling a brand new line of applications for mobile devices, including »

Acronis, known around the globe for efforts in data backup, archival and protection, has recently announced the availability of two new cloud-centric backup solutions specifically meant for Middle Eastern markets. Dedicated to establishing and maintaining an international presence, the announcement is only the latest move in a series of initiatives »

Axcient has been making waves for their disaster recovery-as-a-service (DRaaS) expertise for quite some time now, but their newest offering, a variation on their popular DRaaS platform, brings endpoint replication of physical and virtual servers to their own cloud architecture. Referred to as “Direct to Cloud” functionality, the new feature »

Egnyte, originally founded in 2007 in Mountain View, California, is a privately funded enterprise that fulfills data storage and other IT needs on behalf of medium and large-sized companies. According to their official website, Egnyte offers “adaptive enterprise file services” on behalf of businesses and enterprises. But what exactly does »

Since interest in cloud computing continues to grow into the 21st century, it’s easy to understand the U.S. government’s desire to adapt to the new trend. While recent industry studies prove that more and more governmental agencies are taking advantage of cloud services on a daily basis, the same studies »

Vox Telecom, a leading telecommunications provider in Johannesburg, South Africa, has made recent headlines by offering unlimited online file storage to their customers. While the service, known as CloudBackup, is not free, Vox Telecom has been able to offer the service at an incredibly affordable price. Other services offered by »

Known for pioneering the most powerful IT automation platform in service today, LabTech Software has recently announced a brand new partnership with Veeam Software. While the joint venture is expected to pave the way for future innovations and IT solutions, effects of the partnership are already evident through Veeam Backup »

Quantum, an industry leader in scale-out storage as well as data protection and archival, has recently expanded their line of archival and backup hardware and software with introduction of three new solutions: the Quantum Artico NAS, Lattus online storage capabilities and the implementation of Rocket Arkivio Autostor software into their »

Dropbox, a highly popular and prolific file hosting service headquartered in San Francisco, California, has been hosting user files on public and personal clouds ever since the cloud became mainstream. Accessible through nearly all major operating systems, web browsers and mobile devices, the file hosting service provides its users with »

One of the newest faces in an ever-growing and evolving cloud computing environment, Rubrik is a pioneering startup company that specializes in data management and web-oriented IT solutions. Based out of Palo Alto, California, and including a team of engineers and experts that have worked with the likes of Google, »

Endpoint backup, while a necessary step toward business continuity and disaster recovery planning, is one that is easy to mishandle. With that in mind, the research and development team has gone out of their way in order to introduce their newest product, Veeam Endpoint Backup FREE. Meant to serve as »

SoftNAS, LLC, a frontrunner of data storage throughout public, private and hybrid cloud environments, has held their position in the industry for quite some time now. In an effort to bolster the accessibility of cloud services and increase data protection, the development team with SoftNAS has recently released version 3.3 »

As an IT industry frontrunner in the southeastern region of Asia, Hitachi Sunway Information Systems Sdn Bhd has built a solid reputation on introducing new technology and innovation into the region. Their latest endeavor involves the introduction of recovery-as-a-service (RaaS) functionality as well as the opening of a brand new »

Unitrends, a company focused on disk-to-disk networking, disaster recovery and business continuity services, has recently announced the public beta release of their new software, Unitrends Free, which offers virtual data protection, verification, testing and development. As the name implies, the software protects up to 1 TB of virtual data completely »

Acuity Management Solutions, a leading provider of software-as-a-service offerings primarily within the legal sector, has recently decided to call upon the expertise of Iron Mountain Incorporated, a popular and innovative information management firm, in order to safeguard their data via dedicated escrow and hosting solutions. The move by Acuity was »

Microsoft’s OneNote, formerly known as Microsoft Office OneNote, was originally released in 2003. Available as part of the Microsoft Office Suite or as a standalone applications for a variety of operating systems and platforms, including Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Windows Phone and more, and also available through a dedicated web »

While solid-state hard drives have already proven their speed, reliability and sheer efficiency, today’s consumer SSDs are still lacking in one crucial area: storage capacity. Using an architecture that utilizes flash-based technology, the drives just haven’t been able to achieve the capacities of their disk-based counterparts – until now. Thanks »

Zetta.net’s DataProtect has been archiving and securing customer data for quite some time now. Having built up a rock-solid foundation, as well as a dedicated base of users, the development team with Zetta has been hard at work in order to introduce updates and upgrades aimed at bolstering the usefulness »

The Cloud Security Alliance, also referred to as the CSA, is the world’s frontrunner in best practices as related to cloud computing in the 21st century. Collating research, advice and knowledge from a number of industry experts, the CSA is able to call upon the expertise from a large number »

There’s no denying that the IT industry can be a tough one to penetrate. Dominated by names such as Microsoft, Google, IBM, HP and more, it takes a certain amount of determination and commitment to compete. With that in mind, it’s easy to see why a joint venture may be »

Cirrus Data Solutions is probably best known for providing software solutions for the management and optimization of storage area networks (SANs), but this hasn’t stopped them from branching out into new aspects of the IT sector. Having recently released their new Data Caching Server as well as an innovative cache-as-a-service »

The popular social networking site Facebook has seen its fair share of controversy over its relatively short lifespan to date, but their latest obstacle comes in the form of a lawsuit over the site’s “tag suggestion” functionality. Led by Illinois-based plaintiff Carlo Licata, the lawsuit cites a violation of the »

Although the majority of the current cloud computing market is dominated by a few big names, including Amazon, Google and Microsoft, that doesn’t necessarily mean that smaller, specialized cloud service providers can’t eke out their own existence in the new and highly competitive sector. Such is the case for Egenera, »

The BlackPearl Deep Storage Gateway, based on a mass tape physical architecture, is a cost-effective and efficient way of ensuring long-term data storage and retention in the 21st century. Capable of storing exabytes of data, users of Spectra Logic’s BlackPearl Deep Storage Gateway are able to enjoy unlimited data storage »

As cloud computing and cloud-oriented security services have been offered to enterprises and consumers for quite some time now, it seems only natural that the technology would make its way into the United States Armed Forces at some point. Although the U.S. Army hasn’t made any concrete moves toward one »

EaseUS' MobiSaver Free, an application meant to aide in the recovery and restoration of data from various iOS devices and platforms, is a rather intuitive and comprehensive solution for those who failed to backup their data beforehand. Perhaps even more importantly, and is its name implies, EaseUS MobiSaver Free is »

Druva Software is a privately held organization that was founded in 2008. With its base of operations located in Sunnyvale, California, Druva Software currently boasts offices throughout the world, including locations in the United Kingdom, Germany, India and Singapore. A regularly recipient of industry praise and recognition, Druva is used »

IBM has always been on the cutting edge of technology and innovation. Continuing in their trend of delivering comprehensive solutions based on customer-specific needs, the recent unveiling of two brand new, flash-based storage arrays serves as the latest reminder of their dedication to providing innovative and powerful technology in order »

The ARM architecture was originally developed by ARM Holdings in 1985. Available in 32- and 64-bit renditions, ARM processors are typically more affordable and energy efficient than comparable hardware. While Microsoft has gone back-and-forth regarding their commitment to the technology, it seems they've finally decided to support the system once »

With today's quest to store larger amounts of data by more efficient and reliable means, manufacturers are pushing the limits of size, capacity and viability. However, a recent team of Swiss researchers has pioneered a brand new storage medium - DNA. Since real DNA degrades too quickly to be of »

Nimble Storage, founded in San Jose, California in 2008 by Varun Mehta, Umesh Maheshwari and Suresh Vasudevan, is an enterprise that revolves around delivering viable, comprehensive and efficient flash storage solutions. While the majority of their work involves large data storage arrays using iSCSI and Fibre Channel connectivity, they do »

As nearly every aspect of the IT industry is dominated - and in some cases, oversaturated - by the most popular and well-known companies, it can be quite difficult for a smaller enterprise to make a name for themselves. Nimble Storage, a California-based company that has specialized in flash-based storage »

As cloud computing continues to gain momentum in both commercial and consumer applications, the need for a standardized set of policies regarding information privacy has become a major concern. The team with Druva, one of the industry's top figureheads in data protection, recently announced their plans at established a centralized »

Based out of Glens Falls, New York, Stored Technology Solutions, Inc., also known as StoredTech, has recently made headlines by becoming the first managed service provider in the area to offer an unlimited data backup plan to its entire customer base. Even more exciting is the fact that pricing models »

Combining the most desirable elements of both public and private clouds, hybrid cloud environments are already being touted as the wave of the future. With this in mind, it's easy to see why some of the top players in the cloud computing game - including Microsoft - are announced big »

NetApp, Inc., formerly known as Network Appliance, Inc., was originally founded in the United States in 1992. One of the leading pioneers in network storage, NetApp finally succumbed to the burst of the online bubble during the late 90s. Since then however, there profits have continued to climb. In fact, »

QNAP Systems, Inc., a worldwide corporation based out of New Taipei City, Taiwan, is best known for its contributions to networked solutions such as storage management, surveillance, file sharing and device virtualization. Having recently entered the niche of cloud computing, QNAP Systems has developed their industry presence even further through »

Although they might not be the most instantly recognizable name in the IT sector as of yet, CloudAlly is quickly positioning themselves as one of the frontrunners of a highly competitive industry. With a focus on providing data backup and archival of the most popular online platforms, including Google Apps, »

Intronis, headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, is a private company that was originally founded in 2003. Specializing in cloud-based backup and disaster recovery services, Itronis made their initial impact as a reseller of off-site data backup and archival solutions. They organization has made some tremendous leaps and bounds since then, however, »

Bacula4 is a commercial-centric, open source solution for backing up and archiving data. Providing secure enterprise-specific services and support, Bacula4 is capable of safeguarding data from all of the most popular servers, operating systems, databases and cloud environments. Considered as one of the most widely used open source backup and »

Given the variety of cloud architecture already seen in the industry thus far, it's easy to see how one can lose focus on a single strategy. Moreover, organizations that spread their resources too thin are prone may not be able to provide a comprehensive cloud computing platform whatsoever. To this »

To explain it in the most basic of terms, a rackmount network-attached storage (NAS) device is simply a device that is used, via network connection, to store and serve files between a group of client computers or devices. Relying on an array of hard drives, which typically utilize some level »

Oracle's VirtualBox application, which has existed under numerous monikers throughout its lifespan, is a software suite that is able to provide operating system virtualization for a variety of different platforms, including different versions of Windows, Linux, OS/2, Solaris and more. Supported by an actual operating system, such as various Windows, »

As flash-based storage and solid-state hard drives begin to establish a foothold in the consumer IT industry, more and more developers are racing to release the next big innovation and gain an edge on the competition within the flash memory niche. To do so, however, they'll need to tackle the »

Leawo Software, originally founded in 2007, provides a plethora of IT solutions for a wide range of areas. Perhaps best known for the line of proprietary video conversion projects, LeawoSoft, as they are sometimes known, also specializes in iOS data recovery. As such, they've recently bolstered the functionality of their »

While the true potential of cloud computing has yet to be fully realized, cloud-based networks and applications have already proven their worth throughout the IT industry. Because of this, it should come as no surprise that today's popular video game developers - including Sony - may be eying cloud technology »

While cloud computing has already proven its worth, the majority of industry experts agree that there is still a lot of work and refinement to be done - and that's exactly what IBM plans on doing with their newest cloud-based technology. Referred to as air traffic controllers by the developers, »

The Equinix Cloud Exchange (ECX), which was officially launched in April of 2014, was intended to bolster accessibility to cloud-based services on behalf of customers and service providers alike. Utilizing an advanced interconnection solution, Equinix was able to provide on-demand access to various cloud architectures and system networks throughout the »

With hardware and virtualization such a hot topic in the 21st century, it's easy to see why many IT firms are jumping on the virtualization bandwagon. As such, there has been a sudden influx of virtualization options saturating the market. All of this growth and expansion hasn't stopped the industry »

While the team with ServerBackup.com has operated under the umbrella of their parent company, NetMass, for more than a decade now, they've recently unveiled plans to become a separate and independent entity. In addition, the brains behind ServerBackup.com are also branching out into the niche of big data archival. The »

IBM's Watson supercomputer is best known for its human-like capabilities: the ability to recognize the spoken language, dynamic learning and the ability to develop accurate hypotheses when asked a logical question. The supercomputer proved so effective in fact, that it even competed on the popular game show Jeopardy - where »

Dakota Cloud Recovery, based out of Rapid City, South Dakota, is best known for providing cloud-oriented data protection services for small and medium-sized enterprises within the western region of the United States. In an effort to expand their market reach and gain a stronger foothold in the industry, Dakota Cloud »

Amazon's AWS Marketplace has already positioned itself as leading hub for services such as big data analytics, customer relationship management, networking, data security, troubleshooting and more, but its new path will bring them into direct contact with some of the most valuable and secretive reaches of the U.S. government. According »

While the job of the notary public is often an unglamorous and underappreciated one, notary publics are still a valuable commodity. One of the biggest issues faced by notary publics today is the issue of client confidentiality, which, in the 21st century, includes data storage, protection and storage. Mobile notary »

Asigra, Inc., based out or Toronto Canada, is an award winning provider of disaster recovery and cloud-based backup services. Having served as a major player in the game for quite some time now, they are no stranger to physical, virtual or even mobile environments. To that extent, they've recently unveiled »

While Springbrook Software has been a player in the IT industry, in one capacity or another, since 1985, their decision to expand into the niche of cloud computing was a choice that was wrought with potential risk and reward. Headquartered in the west coast and out of Portland, Oregon, they »

DriveSavers, an enterprise headquartered in California, has played a part in the IT industry ever since the mid-1980s. Now considered one of the global leaders in data recovery and data forensics services, the team with DriveSavers has certainly earned their reputation through industry dedication, superior customer service and the ability »

ViaWest has been a long-time provider of data center storage, compliance, cloud services and other IT solutions within the westernmost United States, particularly the states of Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Minnesota, Texas and Utah. With that in mind, they've recently announced plans for a brand new data storage center centered in »

Big data analysis has taken on many forms in its relatively recent history, but a team of doctors based in London have certainly pushed it to its limits. With the aim of furthering studies into the human heart, including early detection and advanced treatment of common diseases, a team of »

Axcient's Business Recovery Cloud has served as the backbone of their recovery-as-a-service (RaaS) offerings, specifically in the way of cloud-oriented backup and disaster recovery (BDR). In order to expand their presence even further, as well as to provide their customers with greater accessibility to their cloud-based services, Axcient has recently »

Founded in 2007, Connecticut-based Datto has long been considered one of the leaders in backup and disaster recovery (BDR). Unwilling to give up their share of the spotlight to its bigger competitors, Datto recently announced the acquisition of Backupify, a program that facilitates cloud-to-cloud data backup and disaster recovery. The »

Amidst the long-awaited launch of their brand new desktop offering, the development team with WhatsApp is taking some rather drastic steps toward increasing security throughout their network. With growing concerns over security, regarding both WhatsApp and the Internet in general, it's never too early to initiate risk management and mitigation »

Although Windows Azure already provides a comprehensive range of data services, their latest software updates were initiated as a means of increasing their share of the big data niche. These updates, which specifically target the Windows Azure Analytics Platform System (APS), identity management, access control, media services and Azure SQL »

EaseUS Software has long been known for leading development and innovation in the niche of data security and storage software. In fact, their products are currently in use in more than 180 countries across the globe. Perhaps best known for their free data recovery application, EaseUS is bolstering their portfolio »

Although Windows Azure has already established itself as one of the frontrunners in cloud computing access, this hasn't slowed them from enhancing and upgrading Azure's functionality in order to expand their market reach. In fact, their latest update adds full data backup support for Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows »

The team at CloudBerry Labs has always maintained a focus on cloud-based storage and backup solutions within the public sector. In their latest effort, meant to enhance the functionality of their existing software, the team unveiled CloudBerry Backup 4.0, which offers block-level backup of the most popular cloud storage providers, »

Originally founded in 2003, Pivot3 has always maintained a focus on streamlining shared storage, increasing network efficiency and driving scalability. Named by Forbes Magazine as "One of America's Most Promising Companies" in 2013, they've enjoyed a great deal of success during their relatively short existence. The announcement of their Hyper-Converged »

Perhaps best known for expertise in the area of customer relationship management, or CRM, Salesforce.com has become an ever-evolving and expanding powerhouse through a number of acquisitions that have allowed them to penetrate the world of social media and cloud computing. To this extent, they've recently unveiled their newest service »

While cloud-based storage is in the midst of its biggest boom ever, those that specialize in cloud services are able to capitalize on recent trends and cash in on the great cloud rush. Nowhere is this more evident that in the recent startup of Hive.im, which has only just emerged »

Barracuda Networks, Inc. has long been known as a leader in IT security, data storage and private networking. Founded in 2003 and based out of California, the enterprise has grown steadily since its inception. In fact, having recently gone public with the New York Stock Exchange, Barracuda is under even »

While the name might not exactly roll off the tongue, the Oracle Zero Data Loss Recovery Appliance is already attracting attention throughout the IT industry. In fact, Oracle's current CEO, Mark Hurd, as well as his predecessor, Larry Ellison, both remarked on the lengthy moniker. Nevertheless, the new Zero Data »

The IT team at YouGov had quite the challenge on their hands when trying to plan a large-scale data migration from Berlin-based services to a datacenter in London. Faced with backing up 30 terabytes of data in a safe, secure and efficient manner, the team ultimately chose Veeam Backup & »

Recovering corrupted data from today's most popular form of optical media, including CDs, DVDs and Blu-Rays, is a challenging task. While these discs are created differently depending on the type of hardware used to record data to them, either through a factory-pressing or an at-home "burning," they are still susceptible »

Given the ever-increasing prevalence of big data processing and storage in the 21st century, it's easy to see how data backup can be a rather daunting task. There have been a plethora of solutions used in order to make big data management a little bit easier, including deduplication and drive »

While Red Hat's Storage Server has always maintained a stringent focus on high-efficiency data storage and processing in a software-defined storage service, their newest update to the software, Red Hat Storage Server 3, now features built-in support for the Hadoop Distributed File System. The new release allows Red Hat's Storage »

Although Connected Data has only been around for a few short years, they've already made quite the name for themselves throughout the industry. Formed as a means of finding an efficient solution to share large files over today's common Internet connections, the team soon introduced their flagship product: Transporter. Dubbed »

Universal Flash Storage, also known as UFS, is a lesser known competitor to the commonplace eMMC technology used in most cameras, phones and mobile devices today. Despite this fact, UFS 2.0 may come to replace eMMC-based storage in some devices, especially those from Samsung, as soon as 2015. Working in »

Naturespace Holographic Audio creates highly realistic and accurate digital recordings of various nature sounds. With apps available on Apple iOS, Android and Windows, as well as various albums on iTunes, the team of devoted audio engineers has already made a name for themselves. What most didn't know, however, is the »

Known as one of the most prolific manufacturers of flash-based memory, SanDisk's recent announcement only solidifies their position within the industry. Their newest device, the iXpand USB 2.0 / Lightning Drive, offers an inexpensive way to add extra storage to your iPhone or iPad. The flash drive, which costs $59.99 »

While it may seem like the next big conspiracy theory, the news that a human being had near field communication (NFC) chips implanted into his hands is absolutely true. The reason he had the NFC chips implanted, according to Martijn Wismeijer, is to better secure his virtual currency. To be »

The research and development teams at Google are known for pushing the boundaries of modern computing power, and one of their latest announcements underlines their drive to provide 21st century solutions for today's enterprises. Google Genomics, a recently unveiled API mean to facilitate the processing, storage, archival and searching of »

NovaStor's NovaBACKUP application, a winner of numerous international awards, has recently unveiled the latest software update - and it includes several major service upgrades. In fact, the team with NovaStor is touting the newest release of NovaBACKUP, NovaBACKUP Version 16.5, as the "fasted and most robust release in NovaStor history." »

Comcast has been slowly expanding their target audience, their services and their nationwide reach over the course of the past several years. One of the most popular providers of cable television and Internet in the 21st century, they've also tackled the area of landline and mobile telecommunications. In an effort »

As data processing and storage demands continue to increase, engineers and developers from all over the glove are clamoring to come up with the next big storage solution. One of the latest innovations, known as heat-assisted magnetic recording, also known as HAMR, has recently been introduced from a recent startup »

Microsoft's expansive cloud architecture, was has been headed up by numerous IT firms, including Cloud|AG, has recently expanded their Office 365 functionality by offering multiple levels of granular backup to their users. The announcement, which came in late 2014, is expected to enhance cloud accessibility, streamline the entire data backup »

Intercloud, a brand new cloud-based network that recently received $1 billion in investment funding from Cisco Systems, is already being touted as the CIO's solution to data management across multiple and remote locations. Furthermore, the concept behind Intercloud also bolsters compliance with applicable data protection and security standards. Just in »

LinkedIn is as fast-growing web portal that gives professionals from every industry and all around the globe the chance to interact with one another, form business networks and even cultivated new industry partnerships that they might not otherwise have access to. With this in mind, it's easy to see how »

Code42, one of the industry's front-running leaders in endpoint data management for enterprises of all sizes, recently announced the release of the newest version of their SharePlan Enterprise File Sync and Share service, known as EFSS for short. With an increased focus on industry compliance as well as data security, »

The team at Infrascale has been one of the industry's most popular providers of cloud data protection for quite some time. Considered one of the global leaders in the niche of data protection, they currently work with over 1,000 service providers who uphold strategies in data protection for more than »

Although it may seem like it's been ripped from the plot of the latest spy movie, the concept behind the SecureDrives Autothysis128 line of SSDs is simple: the drive is designed to erase all of its data with nothing more than a simple SMS text message. Set in the frame »

While Reduxio Systems may still be in its infancy, the recent startup has already benefited from a huge industry jumpstart. The recent announcement, which came in early October 2014, lists both Seagate Technology and Intel as the pioneers of a $15-million funding initiative to assist in Reduxio's ongoing research and »

The concept of quartz-based data storage is nothing new. While it's not be refined for consumer or commercial use as of yet, the technology was first introduced by Hitachi in 2012. The research and development team with Hitachi has working tirelessly ever since, and the fruits of their labor are »

Amidst a highly publicized announcement that included the unveiling of ProtectPoint software and more, the development team at EMC also lifted the curtain on another useful tool: RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines. Featuring support for ESXi servers as well as EMC's own VMAX, VNX and VPLEX storage devices, the new software »

A virtual data room, or VDR for short, serves as a centralized, online library of data. Primarily used in the long-term storage and sharing of digital documentation, VDRs also play a key role in securing company acquisitions, finalizing capital transactions and performing due diligence throughout all business transactions. While all »

EMC is known for developing versatile, comprehensive and long-term solutions revolving around IT, infrastructure, big data processing, cloud computing and flash-based storage. With a massive current customer base and plenty of business partnership opportunities within their organization, EMC has already gained a solid reputation throughout the IT sector. To this »

Colorado-based NewCloud Networks has already enjoyed a great deal of success as a nationwide provider of cloud computing services. In an effort to increase their market exposure and provide additional services to their existing clientele, the development team with NewCloud Networks recently unveiled their plan to offer desktop-as-a-service (DaaS) functionality. »

Based out of Montgomery County, PA, Alura Business Solutions has enjoyed a great deal of local success within the area's IT consultation sector. They haven't let this success go to their heads, however, and they haven't deviated from their original community mission. In fact, it's quite the opposite - they've »

While Agosto Inc. might not be the most recognizable name in the IT industry, they are certainly considered a regional leader in Minneapolis, MN. Known for their local work in IT consultation and application development, Agosto has recently released a brand new solution, dubbed the SkyKit Cloud Storage Gateway (CSG), »

Carbonite Cloud Backup Services is a company that specialized in online data backups that are secure, reliable and affordable to the 21st century consumer. Operating primarily on a subscription-based model, customers of Carbonite are able to enjoy their services without having to pay a ton of money upfront. In order »

As the data backup and recovery needs of medium-sized and large enterprises continues to grow, top IT figureheads from all over the industry are racing to meet their evolving needs. Dell Software is one such figurehead, and nearly 90,000 customers already rely on Dell Software for long-term data safety and »

While EMC's VMAX Cloud Edition has been in consumer hands for over a year at this point, the product's developers are still working diligently to expand their service offerings, improve reliability and increase customer satisfaction. Despite its exposure, there are some who have yet to experience the functionality of EMC »

Have you ever wanted to backup the data on your smartphone while it's charging? If you are one of the individuals who have, look no further. Thanks to a recently successful Indiegogo campaign, the developers of a brand new device, known as Bleep, have made it possible. In fact, they »

IDrive, Inc., one of the world's leading figureheads in cloud-based storage and online file sharing services, is known for continuously expanding their horizons while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of the IT industry. To this extent, they've recently announced their foray into the niche of IT compliance assistance, which they've already »

If you are in the market for a traditional, no-frills form of cloud-based data backup, look no further than SquirrelSave. While it may be the most basic cloud backup offering we've seen to date, that doesn't necessarily mean that it is a lesser service by any means. In fact, SquirrelSave »

Introduced by the development team with Connected Data, Drobo, which is known as a direct attached storage (DAS) device, has been a popular form of external drive storage for quite some time. Now in its third generation, the newest line of Drobo devices has a brand new look, enhanced usability »

Meant to combine the benefits of flash-based storage with the eco-friendly capabilities of today's traditional hard drives, SMART Storage Systems' new Optimus Eco drive is a great way to balance computational needs with environmentally friendly trends of the 21st century. Moreover, with various capacities available, the Optimus Eco line of »

Spanning Cloud Apps, Inc. is one of the industry's leaders in cloud-based backup and recovery services. Offering enterprise-level data management and protection for services such as Salesforce, Spanning is currently considered amongst the most trustworthy cloud-based backup service providers in the industry. In a move to cement their position in »

It has been less than a year after the U.S. Court of Federal Claims awarded AWS a cloud service contract with the CIA, a decision that brought an end to a highly publicized battle between IBM and Amazon Web Services. The new cloud architecture is meant to provide cloud-based computing, »

With cloud computing taking over the IT industry as of late, it is easy to see why some of the sector's largest figureheads, including Hewlett-Packard, are rushing to develop a cloud platform that is more user friendly and less expensive than the options that are currently available. To this extent, »

Silicon computer chips are constantly evolving, especially in the 21st century. Constant research and development is invested into the creation of smaller, faster and more efficient silicon chips, and it should come as no surprise that IBM is one of the leading pioneers in chip development today. To this extent, »

Although Western Digital continues to dominate the disk-based storage niche, they are showing no signs of letting up. In fact, a recent announcement, which came in mid-July 2014, introduced several new NAS options to their already popular lineup of network-oriented storage devices. WD Red The biggest change seen in the »

As the storage needs of average computer users continue to increase exponentially, developers from all over the industry are scrambling to come up with a device that will accommodate these data needs not only now, but in the future, as well. One of these devices, the LaCie 2big Thunderbolt 2, »

With over 2.5 quintillion bytes of data created on any given day, it is easy to recognize the need for large-scale data storage that is efficient, secure and reliable. In order to accommodate such enormous computational needs, the development team at IBM Research Labs has recently unveiled "elastic storage" -- »

Zerto, an IT firm that specializes in hypervisor-based replication services for VMWare vSphere virtual machines, has recently announced the expansion of their Virtual Replication software suite. While Zerto's services have already been used for years to facilitate data replication and disaster recovery within virtual environments, the newest update adds increased »

While the name might not be the most striking, CockroachDB, a brand new project from former Google engineers and various open source specialists, is already attracting attention around the IT industry for its ease-of-use, adaptability and resiliency -- all traits which help to liken the system to its namesake. Spencer »

Hewlett-Packard, often abbreviated as HP, is the self-proclaimed "world's largest technology company." While this may be hard to accept for some IT professionals, HP's presence, as well as their contributions to the industry, simply cannot be ignored. While they have had their share of financial troubles, some of their newest »

Microsoft Azure, the IT figurehead's own cloud platform, is known as a versatile, comprehensive and user-friendly solution within the available cloud options of today. In a move to add even more options and configurability, Microsoft has recently started offering Azure-based support to some of their external partners. Not only does »

If you are a professional working in the IT sector, or even an IT hobbyist, you've undoubtedly heard of NetGear. An industry leader in computer networking equipment and hardware, their presence is difficult to miss. While their current product line is rather comprehensive, there is a few areas that are »

Based out of Harrisburg, PA, D&H Distributing is an employee-owned distributor with a storied past. Originally founded as a small tire retreading company in 1918, the organization adapted and evolved with the times, eventually becoming an industry leader in IT distribution. While they might not be the most recognizable name »

While Adobe has shared a valuable partnership with MongoDB throughout the years, the newest release of Adobe Experience Manager, version 6.0, marks yet another milestone between the industry giants. In a press release made in the middle of 2014, Adobe announced their plans to leverage MongoDB, a leader in database »

EaseUS is one of the IT industry's leaders in backup and disaster recovery solutions. With over 6,000,000 users to date, it's safe to say that they've perfected the art of data backup and recovery in the 21st century. Not to be outdone, they've recently expanded on their portfolio of software »

Logicalis, a team of IT professionals with a solid reputation of nearly 40 years in the industry, is known for fulfilling a comprehensive range of IT needs in nearly every professional sector imaginable. In order to continue offering a complete and updated portfolio of services, as well as to maintain »

Originally launched in August 2013, the Barracuda Backup Server 390 is a versatile, user-friendly and efficient approach to achieving total data protection at the enterprise level. Meant to safeguard critical information through proven backup, recovery and redundancy methodologies while still offering a simplified approach to data management, the Barracuda Backup »

Paragon Software Group's Hard Disk Manager, an application that aides in the backup, recovery and data management of business and enterprise-level organizations, has already enjoyed its share of the spotlight. They've seen continuous success since joining the IT industry in 1994 and, according to a recent press release; they'll be »

Actifio has provided long-term data management, including storage, backup, data recovery and performance analytics since 2009. Their software and services have made a huge impression in a relatively short amount of time in the industry, which is not an easy feat by any means. Unwilling to give up the spotlight »

In light of the increasing threat of online data breaches around the world, and in order to better safeguard crucial information from hackers and identify thieves here in the United States, government officials have recently enacted security breach laws in nearly every state. Providing a strict protocol for big businesses, »

Nearly everyone within the IT sector is aware of the importance of backing up your critical data on a regular basis. Power outages, severe weather, data corruption and even physical theft can all result in losing your primary drive and, without the proper backup protocol in place, all of your »

We've all heard of RAM and the important role it plays in modern day PCs and other devices. Meant to store small bits of data for quick and uninhibited access, RAM chips maintain some of the most vital information needed to start your digital devices. However, a new form of »

With popular, longstanding currencies now in question, and as many customers are left unable to trust their banks, it should come as no surprise that consumers around the world are starting to invest their monies into other forms of coinage. In fact, digital forms of currency, such as BitCoin, DogeCoin »

Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux-based operating systems, can be found on PCs, tablets and smartphones around the globe. One of the first developers to embrace cloud computing architecture, Ubuntu is even responsible for certain cloud structures in operation today. In a recent attempt to expand their reach, Canonical »

Consolidated Minerals, amongst the world's leaders in manganese ore production, produces and processes an enormous amount of digital data on a daily basis. Not only do they archive company-wide emails and other files, but they regularly utilize deduplication, compression and data consolidation strategies to increase and optimize their overall storage »

High-performance computing power is critical in today's world of big data. Not only are digital users consuming more computational resources than ever before, but they are doing it at a rate that was unfathomable only a few years ago. With this in mind, it should come as no surprise that »

BluPointe DRS, an industry leader in virtual disaster recovery services, has recently expanded their offerings via a VDR online backup protocol that provides access to advanced functionality such as system state restoration, essential file restoration and more. In fact, their recent press release cited two primary functions as well as »

Video surveillance systems have been used for decades now to help safeguard homes and businesses from would-be thieves, robbers and other criminals. Recorded video has been used in thousands of court cases across the globe, and it has prompted many successful convictions. Because of its widespread use throughout the world, »

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, also known as the NRC, plays a crucial role when it comes to the ongoing safety and efficiency of radioactive systems meant for civilian use. In operation for 40 years now, the commission oversees nuclear power plants, applied nuclear medicine and more. With this in »

Apple Siri and Google Now have already made waves throughout the IT sector for the ingenuity, effectiveness and technical prowess. While these products have been on the market for quite some time, their presence wasn't enough to scare Microsoft away from introducing their own device, the Cortana digital personal assistant, »

As more consumers begin to embrace the web browsing and data transfer abilities of their smartphones, wireless service providers have seen a massive upswing in the wireless data charges of their customers. AT&T, in a recent attempt to secure their customer base, has cut wireless data charges by as much »

SAP, an international leader in enterprise software and business management solutions, has long been regarded as a pioneer in the IT industry. In order to further that reputation, the professionals at SAP have recently introduced a near-line storage solution, known as NetWeaver BW, which is expected to accommodate the increasing »

The team at DriveSavers Data Recovery is no strangers to the field of digital data restoration. Having been in operation since 1985, the IT professionals with DriveSavers are capable of recovering nearly any file type from all types of data storage media. Their services have been used by the likes »

California-based StoneFly, Inc., a division of Dynamic Network Factory, Inc., is one of the world's leaders in network-based storage systems such as RAID, iSCSI, NAS and SAN setups. As such, it should come as no surprise that their most recent offering, the StoneFly DR365, is meant to bolster network architecture »

Frontier Communications has long been known as one of the leading providers of telephone, broadband and video services around the nation. Expanding their business horizons, Frontier Communications has recently entered into the world of online and data security. In an attempt to bolster these efforts, the popular telecommunications company has »

While 2014 marked the inaugural release of Nero's BackItUp software, the company itself is no stranger to the data backup. Developer of one of the industry's most popular CD burning programs, the company already has almost 20 years of experience in the field. Joining their own backup expertise with online »

Embotics, one of the industry's frontrunners in the area of enterprise-level cloud management, has recently launched a brand new toolset aimed at facilitating efficient multi-cloud functionality to support ongoing financial analyses and IT management. The recent software release, Embotics vCommander 5.1, is already available for use by enterprise IT professionals. »

In an effort to continue their status as a pioneer and leader in the digital data storage industry, Seagate has recently announced the release of the Seagate Enterprise Capacity 3.5 HDD v.4. Expected to eliminate cloud computing bottlenecks while offering increased scalability as well as greater storage capacities to its »

SanDisk, perhaps best known for their SD memory cards that are commonly used in cameras, MP3 players and other storage devices, have recently introduced a brand new line of solid-state drives (SSDs) that are meant specifically for the cloud computing industry. Capable of storing tremendous amounts of data while greatly »

With more than 43,000 companies and enterprises currently under their wing, EVault, a Seagate Company, is one of the industry leaders in data backup, recovery and cloud-based services. Responsible for driving numerous data centers, telcos and cloud architecture, the research and development team certainly has their hands full. This hasn't »

Oxygen Forensic Suite 2014, which is developed by Virginia-based Oxygen Forensics, Inc., is a data access and analysis utility meant for forensic specialists, investigators and other industry experts. Already aiding in the fight against crime, Oxygen Forensic Suite is capable of extracting information from more than 7,800 models of smart »

IT experts are always on the lookout for new and improved methods of storing digital data. One of the most recent offerings to reach consumers, known as Space Monkey, utilizes peer-to-peer backup technology to ensure data redundancy across multiple devices. While the hardware does require an initial purchase as well »

IT experts have been struggling with the task of cooling storage servers and other hardware ever since the dawn of the computer age. The industry has certainly come a long way from the days of industrial air conditioning units, and there's been some really innovative techniques seen when it comes »

Just when IT experts thought they had the concept of cloud computing all figured out, the development team at IBM throws the industry another curveball. Dubbed the "cloud-of-clouds," IBM has recently announced a patent-pending invention -- in the form of a software development kit -- that allows for the usage »

Microsoft Windows Azure, released in 2010, is currently one of the most widely used cloud computing platforms in the world. Featuring extensive support for programming languages, frameworks, and software, Azure has already cemented itself amongst the most comprehensive cloud computing systems available. However, this doesn't mean that the service has »

In continuation of the never-ending quest to find the latest and greatest in data storage technology, researchers with the University of Southampton have unveiled a fused quartz crystal -- similar to glass and dubbed the "Superman" memory crystal -- that is capable of previously unheard of storage capacities, lightning fast »

Ever since the original introduction of cloud computing in the 21st century, the technology has been steeped in controversy, consumer misconceptions and downright false information. In an effort to dispel some of these myths, Microsoft recently conducted a survey of more than 2,000 partners located throughout 11 different countries. The »

In an effort to streamline IT operations and help offset overhead costs, the U.S. Department of Defense has recently released details on their privatized cloud, known as milCloud, which is available to all of the DOD's civilian and military users. Meant to provide a centralized point of access for numerous »

Researchers within the field of IT development are always on the lookout for the latest and greatest innovations regarding data storage in consumer and enterprise-level electronics. While the majority of the industry has focused heavily on solid state storage, some top researchers from the University of California and the Russian »

NovaStor, one of the world's leaders in data protection for both physical and virtual operating environments, works with everyone from small business to large-scale enterprises in order to handle data backup, restoration and overall protection. Easily considered one of the most influential companies in the industry, NovaStor has recently started »

As Android phones continue to grow in popularity, so does the concern about data security. Whether you are selling an Android phone, donating one to a charity or upgrading to a brand new phone, it's always a good idea to erase all of your personal data before making the exchange. »

Digital data is used on an everyday basis in a variety of industries, including some conventional and non-conventional environments. Alliance Scale, Inc., for example, a leading distributor of weighing systems and heavy-duty scales, has recently unveiled an integrated scale that combines all of the common functions of a forklift - »

Ever since the original introduction of the CD-ROM, round discs have been the preferred medium from storing and archiving digital data. It's seen a few different forms throughout its lifetime, which tackle ever-increasing storage capacities and speeds, and it wasn't too long ago that consumer-grade rewriteable Blu-Ray discs were considered »

Asigra Inc., a Toronto-based business with roots in the IT industry that span over 30 years, specializes in cloud backup and security services. As such, it should come as no surprise to those familiar with the brand that their most recent product, the Cloud Backup Connector Appliance, is meant to »

Even though it is still a rather new concept, most computer users are now fully aware of cloud computing, its advantages and its disadvantages. Most of us have experienced cloud computing in some capacity or another, and many of us have done so without even realizing it. Cisco is taking »

If you keep up on recent IT trends and innovations, then you've probably heard of software-as-a-service, infrastructure-as-a-service and platform-as-a-service concepts and how they relate to cloud computing. Recovery-as-a-service, or RaaS, is a relatively new trend that is just starting to pick up steam in the IT industry; particularly by such »

With the increase in data flow seen amongst small, medium and large-sized businesses within recent years, the need for following a clear and viable data governance plan cannot be stressed enough. Whether that responsibility falls on the shoulders of a dedicated chief data officer, a mid-level IT team or an »

Top-level positions in the IT field are growing at an alarming rate. One role in position, that of the Chief Data Officer, has seen a tremendous upswing not only in the number of qualified candidates, but in the amount of candidates that are actually being hired on to oversee vast »

StorageCraft Technology Corporation, originally founded in December 2003, has been working with small and medium-sized businesses in order to facilitate data backup, recovery and technology migration ever since. The recipient of numerous industry awards and professional recognition from such organizations as PC Magazine and Microsoft, StorageCraft has recently managed to »

Data backup technology is always growing and evolving. One of the most recent trends, referred to as bring-your-own-device or BYOD, means employees are able to bring their own smartphones, laptops and mobile devices to the workplace in lieu of devices owned and distributed by the company itself. This is a »

Despite the recent cloud computer craze, many small and medium enterprises, referred to as SMEs, are still hesitant to fully embrace cloud computing technology. In fact, according to a recent survey completed in the United Kingdom, approximately half of all SMEs operating in the country still use in-house systems for »

Veeam Software is an IT company that specialized in virtual machines, particularly in the niches of data storage, protection, backup and restoration. While their software is certainly aimed at IT industry professionals, preserving backups of your virtual machine images is a rather straightforward process. Initial Setup Before a VM image »

Seagate has always been known for pushing the boundaries of computer storage technology, and they've started 2014 off right with the introduction of their new Backup Plus Slim of external hard drives, which happen to be the thinnest portable drives manufactured by the company to date. The predecessor to the »

Long-term data backup is not a new concept by any means, but previous methods of preserving the integrity of data over an extended timeframe left much to be desired. In an effort to boost the efficiency of long-term data storage, including security and integrity of the data itself, IDrive has »

Microsoft's proprietary hybrid cloud platform, known as Windows Azure, is highly regarded amongst the leading products in cloud computing today. While the widespread adaptation of Azure continues throughout the United States, IT professionals from all over the globe are starting to take notice. In fact, some might be surprised to »

Big data storage is a growing concern for enterprise users and business owners who rely on the latest information technology to safeguard their data. What some do not realize, however, is the fact that the healthcare industry is also tackling the subject of big data storage. Moreover, they are doing »

Red Hat is considered by many to be the industry leader in open source software and computing. What some do not realize, however, is the fact that Red Hat has played in a very active role in cloud computing. Moreover, their recent introduction of OpenShift v2.0, which serves as an »

Cloud-based API management is a complex subject. Not only does one have to oversee the use of multiple application programming interfaces (APIs), but also how each API reacts to a cloud environment. Some of the industry's leading developers have been trying to find an efficient, user-friendly solution since the introducing »

Although SD memory cards are typically considered amongst the most reliable and secure forms of digital storage in the 21st century, they aren't perfect. SD memory cards are still susceptible to data loss and corruption, and the only foolproof way to preserve your data is to perform regular backups of »

Windows Server 2012 is one of the most popular network servers on the market today. Known for its wide range of uses in a variety of applications and industries, it is one of the most user-friendly server operating systems in use today. Despite its commercial success, a few things could »

Endpoint data protection is one of the primary IT-related concerns amongst enterprise managers, chief information officers and other industry professionals. In an effort to help ease the troubles associated with protecting data while it is being processed, Infrascale has recently released their proprietary endpoint data protection solution. Known as EndGuard, »

Persistent Systems, an international software and IT firm with a track record of success in North America, Europe and Asia, has recently gained recognition through the 2013 "Cloud Computing Excellence" Award. The prize, which was awarded to the company by TMC and Cloud Computing Magazine, is added to a lengthy »

Although cloud technology is already locked into the corporate world as the way of the future, the sheer costs of funding and implementing cloud services can be a huge financial burden. While many companies are taking steps to try and soften the financial blow by lowering prices on their most »

Unless you've been living under a rock over the course of the past few months, you are undoubtedly aware of the recent NSA snooping scandal that has been plaguing the U.S. government as of late. While many citizens, privacy groups and other individuals have expressed a tremendous deal of outrage »

As the demand for increased system performance and improved data reliability expands, more consumers are now able to justify the use of solid state hard drives. Given some of the recent innovations seen in solid state drives as of late, including Seagate's creative use of Adaptive Memory Technology within their »

IBM, one of the original industry pioneers, hasn't enjoyed the level of popularity that once was. Despite this fact, the team at IBM is still able to attract some highly prolific partnerships, including the recent venture in tandem with the U.S. government. Known as the Federal Cloud Innovation Center and »

2013 was a breakthrough year for cloud computing technology as a whole. As industry professionals begin to realize the value offered through this emerging technology, the use of cloud computing services has spread like wildfire. Never one to shy away from new technology, IBM is one of the industry frontrunners »

With all of the major industry players making huge advances toward cloud technology, it was only a matter of time before the developers at Google introduced their own innovations to the mix. Officially released to the public in December 2013, the Google Compute Engine is the latest technology to hit »

With cloud computing technology quickly gaining steam as a popular method of storage, sharing and backing up data, small business owners and consumers alike are clamoring to find out how they can explore the luxury of cloud computing without having to invest a fortune in startup costs. Fortunately, CommVault's newest »

VMware, Inc. provides software-based solutions for use in cloud computing and hardware virtualization applications. One of their most popular tools, vSphere, replaced the application known as VMware Infrastructure 3.5 in 2009. The replacement facilitated the addition of new and improved functionality to the application, including the VMware Data Recovery utility. »

One of the biggest names in consumer hard drives, Seagate Technology is a brand that is recognized by computer users worldwide. What some do not realize, however, is the fact that Seagate also provides a comprehensive line of products for business use. Dubbed the "Business Storage" line, this class of »

LSI's yearly convention, known as the Accelerating Innovation Summit, has served as the showroom and launching point for many of LSI's most recent products. Following all expectations, LSI's 2013 meeting, which was held in November, would prove no different. This time around, however, the primary focus was cast on one »

VMWare, Inc., founded in Palo Alto, California, in 1998, is a software development company that specializes in cloud computing services and virtualization software. Credited as the very first software developer to simulate the entire x86 architecture through their hardware virtualization protocol, VMware currently offers a host of applications, utilities and »

There is no arguing the fact that solid state hard drives (SSDs) provide a vastly improved means of data storage than traditional, disk-based drives. Not only are overall drive speed and access times increased, but the technology maintains an increased level of data security and integrity when compared to older »

With object-oriented data storage taking over the spotlight as of late, even within cloud computing, it is easy to see why developers are using the object-based framework for their latest projects. Seagate is one such company that has embraced such philosophies, and they are exploring object-oriented storage methods within the »

Microsoft Word has proven itself as one of the most comprehensive and reliable word processing applications to date. Despite its reputation, Microsoft Word, like other computer software, is not without its flaws. Data loss is still a real possibility, even with numerous safeguards and backup procedures in place. However, just »

Microsoft Word is undoubtedly one of the most popular office applications available on the consumer market today. With practical uses at home, in school and in business settings, millions of users rely upon Word to complete their day-to-day functionality. Microsoft Word is not perfect, however, and everyday users of the »

With the much anticipated release of Microsoft's next generation console, the Xbox One, video gamers around the world are now becoming familiar with network-based storage. Working in tandem with a previously established cloud service, Microsoft's SkyDrive, console-based gamers are now given the chance to easily view photos, watch videos or »

Simply put, VMware is a cloud infrastructure provider and system virtualization platform that supports operations across x86-compatible devices. Offering numerous products and applications, VMware provides a comprehensive solution to cloud computing and data storage within the 21st century. Like all other methods of data storage, however, the technology is not »

Maintaining the optimal operating temperature of your computer's equipment, particularly the hard drive itself, is paramount to ensuring the longevity of your system. While the specific temperature depends on the exact type of hardware you are using, most modern hard disk drives should not exceed 86°F. Thankfully, there are a »

When the rather new technology of cloud computing was introduced to the general public, most cloud architectures relied on the use of numerous different virtual machines to maintain a sufficient amount of computational power. The drawback to this methodology, however, is the fact that most of these virtual machines are »

Database management systems are used by individuals, small business and large institutions alike as a means of providing secure, reliable and efficient data storage and accessibility. There are numerous different types of database software, including hierarchical, network, relational and object-oriented, and there is a myriad of software options available to »

In-Q-Tel, an information technology firm that specializes in IT-related hardware and services for U.S.-based intelligence agencies, including the Central Intelligence Agency, has recently invested in the newfound cloud technology as a means of supporting advanced operations within the field and ensuring information accessibility for U.S. officials. While most of the »

Although it was originally developed for Unix-based systems, rsync is a network utility and protocol that has been recently adapted for compatibility with Microsoft and Apple operating systems. As its name suggests, the primary purpose of rsync is to synchronize files between local computers and remote systems through a network »

The hybrid hard drive, sometimes abbreviated as HHD, is a newly introduced digital storage system that combines the traditional disk-based hard drive architecture with some of the benefits of Flash memory. With several popular companies already offering HHDs alongside their more conventional counterparts, more consumers are beginning to embrace the »

When a computer's hard disk drive is first accessed after the system is turned out, it takes a second or two for it to "spin up" before data can be read. Turning off a hard disk drive has the opposite effect, resulting in a "spin down" process to discontinue usage »

Database management systems are used to facilitate information access within any one of the numerous database architectures available for business and personal use. What some consumers do not realize, however, is the fact that today's database management systems can be broken down into one of four primary classifications: hierarchical DBMS, »

Deleting an important email message is amongst the most common mishaps associated with the Internet, and it happens to us all at one point or another. Thankfully, most software developers have included an array of features within their software in order to safeguard against such accidents. Moreover, some developers, such »

Cloud computing is one of the newest and most landmark innovations available to network users, though many consumers have yet to embrace the technology to its fullest extent. With benefits that apply to both home computer users and business owners, many individuals are left wondering exactly how a cloud structure »

The most common forms of database corruption in Access include an interrupted write operation, such as a sudden power failure or improper computer shutdown, faulty hardware or wiring within your network or using the proprietary .mdb file in another database software. Regardless of the exact problem you are facing, Microsoft »

Operating from their headquarters in Bellevue, Washington, the Synology America Corporation has been designing NAS devices for consumers and small businesses since 2000. Having perfected their trade through years of research and development, Synology is now able to offer dedicated NAS devices that are user-friendly, customizable and, most importantly, affordable. »

Windows Home Server 2011 is a software-based home server that is meant to centralize the personal files of your entire family, synchronize contact information, organize information and backup all of your data. This is not the first system designed to serve as a consumer-oriented server, but it certainly is one »

SD cards serve as read-only memory that is often used in portable devices, including digital cameras, MP3 players and cell phones. Just like with hard drives, SD cards also support various file systems. Each available file system has its advantages as well as disadvantages, although the relatively new Extended File »

Windows 8 introduces a variety of new features aimed at file safety, security and storage. One of these methods involves the use of a USB recovery drive, which is useful in troubleshooting and fixing any errors. In fact, a USB recovery drive may even offer you access to a PC »

Encryption keys are generated in order to restrict access to your encrypted files, but they sometimes work too well. If your encryption key ever becomes lost, damaged or otherwise corrupted, then even you will be locked out from accessing your encrypted data. Thankfully, The Windows 7 Operating System has a »

Nearly all of the major video game consoles of the past, including Microsoft products, have suffered from corrupted data and lost save files in a very similar fashion to that of modern PCs. Microsoft's Xbox 360 cloud storage platform provides a convenient, safe and secure vault for storing backups of »

Network-attached storage provides a dedicated and centralized repository for all of your digital files. Home users with multiple computers in the household can take advantage of such a device to synchronize their personal files, while large businesses and corporations rely on NAS servers to distribute shared files throughout their workforce. »

Serial ATA, also known as SATA, is one of the popular interfaces in the current age of computing. While many users rely on its connectivity to use hard drives, CD, DVDs and other mass storage devices, the technology is still rather new. Having debuted in 2003 as the replacement to »

Losing data files needed for your personal or business life can be a devastating loss to overcome, especially with so much emphasis on digital media in the 21st century. Thankfully, there are plenty of data recovery options, both free and paid, for consumers to choose. As you might expect, however, »

Available as part of their PlayStation Plus program, an auxiliary service that grants gamers a few additional perks for a monthly fee, the cloud servers designated for the Sony PlayStation 3 network allow each individual the ability to store up to 1 GB of game save information online. Since most »

Backing up your emails and list of contacts is critical to preserving and saving your digital information in the event of a system crash, hard disk failure or other type of corruption. This is a process that is easily done through most email applications, including Microsoft Outlook, but the feature »

Given the combined expertise of Crucial and Micron regarding the use of semiconductors and physical media, the partnership's venture into the world of solid-state hard drives was certainly a natural one. Recognized amongst the earliest pioneers of SSD technology, two of their solid-state hard drives, the Crucial M4 and M500, »

Serial ATA connectivity is seeing an increased usage in consumer PC hardware as of late, including CD drives, Blu-ray drives, CD drives, hard drives and removable devices. Pioneered and oversaw by the Serial ATA International Organization, SATA-IO, SATA architecture offers a computer bus interface that is both stable and fast. »

Proper file storage and backup is critical in order to ensure the integrity and longevity of your digital media. While automatic backup software is fully capable of transferring your data to a secondary source, the truth is that most applications are backing up way too much data then you actually »

Connectivity through USB (Universal Serial Bus) has been available for nearly 20 years now. While the technology has seen a number of upgrades throughout its lifespan, the basic point of USB devices, drives and cables remains the same: to facilitate quick, easy and secure access to your files and peripheral »

File compression, while rather basic in principle, actually depends on a series of complex algorithms, datasets and storage methods in order to compress your files. Not only does this type of compression save hard drive space, but it is also a valid means of organizing, sharing or securing your files. »

As of just a few years ago, large-scale file servers were commonly reserved for educational institutions and massive corporate institutions. Thanks to rapidly advancing technology, however, file servers are increasingly making their way into residential homes, small business offices and anywhere else that requires a centralized file and software storage »