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Yearly Archives: 2020

Quantum Breakthroughs: Scientists Set Sights on Quantum Computing

By Dick Weisinger

‘Breakthrough’ echoed across science journal headlines these past few weeks in the world of quantum computing. Scientists across the globe are focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and barriers are falling. Some of the breakthrough headlines include: A…

Security: Recalibrating how the Risks and Costs of Cyber Breaches are Estimated

By Dick Weisinger

Evaluating the risks and costs involved in security breaches may not follow the common rule-of-thumb calculations that are now commonly performed. Ponemon and IBM have published an annual report that estimates the costs inflicted on businesses that suffer data breaches.…

Data Resiliency: Protecting Against Data Loss

By Dick Weisinger

Resiliency in IT refers to systems that can survive failures while still remaining functional for the end user. Data resiliency means that despite system failures, the data itself remains intact and unaffected. The Global Data Resiliency Market is expected to…

5G: The Global Race to Rollout Infrastructure

By Dick Weisinger

5G is the next generation technology for wireless networks. It promises faster and more reliable service. Applications of the new technology include smart cities, tele-health care, and improved business logistics. Brian Lavallée, Senior Director at Ciena, listed the benefits of…

IT Spending: Forecasts Cut at Economy Tumbles

By Dick Weisinger

At the beginning of January this year, Gartner was projects a 3-4% increase in global IT spending. All that has changed with COVID-19. Gartner now thinks that IT spending will shift gears and decline 8 percent by year end. Analyst…