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February 12, 2025 12Feb2025 In Depth

Top 13 IoT blogs to follow in 2025

Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned expert, there's an IoT blog for you. Find out where to go for the latest use cases and trends. Continue Reading

February 12, 2025 12Feb2025 In Depth

7 cybersecurity conferences to attend in 2025

Cybercriminals create new ways to steal information regularly, creating cybersecurity challenges. Attending conferences is one way to learn about these trends for the best defense. Continue Reading

February 12, 2025 12Feb2025 In Depth

What is information security management system (ISMS)?

An information security management system (ISMS) is a set of policies and procedures for systematically managing an organization's sensitive data. Continue Reading

February 11, 2025 11Feb2025 In Depth

What companies are rolling back DEI policies in 2025?

Large organizations are altering diversity, equity and inclusion policies by removing representation goals, inclusive language on websites and ending external surveys. Continue Reading

February 11, 2025 11Feb2025 Definição

What is a supercomputer?

A supercomputer is a highly advanced computer that performs at or near the highest operational rate for computers. Continue Reading

February 11, 2025 11Feb2025 Definição

What is customer self-service?

Customer self-service is digital support that lets end users access information and perform routine tasks without requiring the assistance of live agents or representatives. Continue Reading

February 10, 2025 10Feb2025 Definição

What is a motherboard?

A motherboard is the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer. Continue Reading

February 10, 2025 10Feb2025 Definição

What is brain-computer interface (BCI)?

Brain-computer interface (BCI) is a device that translates signals in the brain to control some external activity. Continue Reading

February 10, 2025 10Feb2025 Definição

ISO 27001, formally known as ISO/IEC 27001:2022, is an information security standard jointly created by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Continue Reading

February 07, 2025 07Feb2025 In Depth

Chinese companies banned in the U.S.: Tech giants on the list

Several Chinese tech giants including Huawei, Tencent and CATL are now on the U.S. CMC list due to security concerns. Continue Reading

February 06, 2025 06Feb2025 In Depth

DeepSeek explained: Everything you need to know

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI firm, is disrupting the industry with its low-cost, open source large language models, challenging U.S. tech giants. Continue Reading

February 04, 2025 04Feb2025 In Depth

Quiet firing explained: Signs to watch for

There are plenty of quiet workplace trends, such as quiet quitting and firing. Quiet quitting describes employees disengaging, while quiet firing is about managers disconnecting. Continue Reading

February 04, 2025 04Feb2025 In Depth

OpenAI o3 explained: Everything you need to know

OpenAI o3 is the successor to the o1 reasoning model. It is the second release from the OpenAI reasoning model branch. The technology was first announced on Dec. 20, 2024. Continue Reading

February 03, 2025 03Feb2025 Definição

What is single-page application (SPA)?

A single-page application (SPA) is a web app that is presented to the user through a single HTML page to be more responsive and to more closely replicate a desktop application or native app. Continue Reading

February 03, 2025 03Feb2025 Definição

What is HTTP and how does it work? Hypertext Transfer Protocol

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is the set of rules for transferring files -- such as text, images, sound, video and other multimedia files -- over the web. Continue Reading

January 31, 2025 31Jan2025 In Depth

12 signs of toxic workplace culture

Toxic workplace culture was a major contributor to the 'great resignation.' Employees are leaving work environments that are disrespectful, unethical, negative and stressful. Continue Reading

January 31, 2025 31Jan2025 In Depth

10 top marketing certifications and courses for 2025

In 2025, marketers seek certifications to stay updated and gain an edge. By staying current on trends, they differentiate themselves and bring value to teams and customers. Continue Reading

January 31, 2025 31Jan2025 Definição

Facebook

Facebook is a social networking website that was founded in February 2004 by Harvard University students Chris Hughes, Andrew McCollum, Dustin Moskovitz, Eduardo Saverin and Mark Zuckerberg. Continue Reading

January 31, 2025 31Jan2025 In Depth

25 of the best large language models in 2025

Large language models have been affecting search for years and have been brought to the forefront by ChatGPT and other chatbots. Continue Reading

January 31, 2025 31Jan2025 Definição

What is continuous learning, and what are its benefits?

Continuous learning is the ongoing expansion of knowledge and skill sets. Continue Reading

January 30, 2025 30Jan2025 In Depth

Google Gemini 2.0 explained: Everything you need to know

Google Gemini 2.0, announced in December 2024, will enhance generative AI with multimodal capabilities and agentic AI features, integrating across Google services. Continue Reading

January 29, 2025 29Jan2025 Definição

What is Apple Intelligence?

Apple Intelligence is the platform name for a suite of generative AI capabilities that Apple is integrating across its products, including iPhone, Mac and iPad devices. Continue Reading

January 28, 2025 28Jan2025 Podcast

8 steps to build a successful AI strategy for your business

Customer AI strategist Bill Schmarzo explains how organizations can successfully implement AI by focusing on people, process and purpose over technology. Continue Reading

January 28, 2025 28Jan2025 Definição

What is ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is an AI chatbot that uses natural language processing to create humanlike conversational dialogue. Continue Reading

January 27, 2025 27Jan2025 Definição

What is high-bandwidth memory (HBM)?

High-bandwidth memory is a type of computer memory that is optimized for fast data transfer and reduced power consumption. Continue Reading

January 27, 2025 27Jan2025 In Depth

TikTok bans explained: Everything you need to know

The United States government takes aim at the viral video sharing application TikTok. Continue Reading

January 27, 2025 27Jan2025 Definição

What is SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition)?

SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) is a category of industrial control systems (ICS) that remotely gathers data in real time from industrial processes in order to supervise and control equipment and conditions. Continue Reading

January 24, 2025 24Jan2025 Definição

What is ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange)?

ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is the most common character encoding format for text data in computers and on the internet. Continue Reading

January 24, 2025 24Jan2025 Definição

What is read-only memory (ROM)?

Read-only memory, or ROM, is a type of computer storage containing non-volatile, permanent data that normally can only be read, not written to. Continue Reading

January 24, 2025 24Jan2025 Definição

What is CAD (computer-aided design)?

CAD (computer-aided design) is the use of computer-based software to aid in design processes by creating simulations of real-world objects. Continue Reading

January 23, 2025 23Jan2025 In Depth

PowerSchool data breach: Explaining how it happened

Hackers are going to school (literally) as the education sector has become an increasingly attractive target for cybercriminals. Continue Reading

January 23, 2025 23Jan2025 Definição

What is social media?

Social media refers to websites and applications that focus on communication, community-based input, interaction, content-sharing and collaboration. Continue Reading

January 22, 2025 22Jan2025 In Depth

GPT-4o explained: Everything you need to know

OpenAI's GPT-4o is a multimodal large language model that supports real-time conversations, Q&A, text generation and more. The vendor also offers GPT-4o mini. Continue Reading

January 22, 2025 22Jan2025 Definição

What is social networking and how does it work?

Social networks are websites and apps that allow users and organizations to connect, communicate, share information and form relationships. People can connect with families, friends, others in the same area, and those with the same interests. Continue Reading

January 22, 2025 22Jan2025 In Depth

Gemini 1.5 Pro explained: Everything you need to know

Explore Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro, a multimodal AI model that offers advanced features, including larger context windows, real-time conversations and expanded Google App extensions. Continue Reading

January 21, 2025 21Jan2025 In Depth

15 TikTok alternatives to check out in 2025

TikTok wasn't the first of its kind, and it won't be the last. Check out these alternatives if you're looking for a new platform with similar features. Continue Reading

January 21, 2025 21Jan2025 Definição

What is reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF)?

Reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF) is a machine learning (ML) approach that combines reinforcement learning techniques, such as rewards and comparisons, with human guidance to train an artificial intelligence (AI) agent. Continue Reading

January 15, 2025 15Jan2025 In Depth

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