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10 constructor types in Java

By Cameron McKenzie 04 Apr 2024

How many different types of Java constructors could you name? The Java spec names 10. Generic, canonical and anonymous Java constructor types just might be new to you. Read More

HDD specs: Assess MTTF, AFR and UER to get the drives you need

21 Mar 2023

In part one of a two-part series, we look at key hard disk drive specs, including mean time to failure, annual failure rate and unrecoverable error rate, and how they relate to each other Read More

HDD specs: Assess SATA vs SAS, sustained data rates and block size

24 Mar 2023

In part two of a two-part series, we look at sustained data rates in hard disk drive specs, SATA versus SAS, drive security, and how HDD makers pack density into products by shingling Read More

Which GPU specs are most important?

By Stephen J. Bigelow 12 Feb 2019

When selecting GPUs, look at processing power, memory and OS support. These factors ensure hardware compatibility and effective performance in the data center. Read More

Deliver software better, not faster

By Joseph B. Ottinger 19 Dec 2022

Managers and developers are pressured to complete projects on time and on-spec, but problems arise when speed outweighs quality. Here's why both sides are responsible to slow down and do things right. Read More

Cloud storage: Key storage specifications

By Stephen Pritchard 22 Nov 2022

We look at the key specs in cloud storage, including availability – such as five nines – bandwidth, IOPS and latency, capacity and tiering functionality, egress charges and security Read More

The NVMe spec: A channel partner primer

By Paul Korzeniowski 07 Aug 2018

The NVMe spec has taken hold in storage systems and servers and is now targeting network connections via the NVMe over Fabrics spec, opening partner opportunities. Read More

How to choose the best CPU for virtualization

By Ryann Burnett 18 Apr 2022

Selecting the right CPU for virtual infrastructures depends on many factors, including feature sets and hardware specs. Proper configuration of processor resources is also crucial. Read More

Jakarta EE spec process paves way for enterprise Java

By Darryl K. Taft 26 Oct 2018

Eclipse will govern the future direction of enterprise Java for developers through the Eclipse Foundation Specification Process, and it pledges vendor-neutral support and IP protection. Read More

Acer Spin 5, TravelMate P6 preview: Great specs, good price

By Jamison Cush 09 Jan 2020

At CES 2020, the Acer Spin 5 and Acer TravelMate P6 and P2 series headlined the vendor's appearance. Acer focused its upgrades on durability, productivity and affordability. Read More