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There are an overwhelming number of things to do when opening up a new business — this IT checklist can help you ensure that key preparations don’t slip through the cracks.
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Patch management can help your business improve security, decrease downtime, and demonstrate compliance.
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We’ve turned the corner on the holiday season, but it’s important to understand the increased risks to equip your business with the best security practices for the year.
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E-rate regulations have changed to make the Category Two E-rate budget system a permanent fixture of the E-rate program.
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Network analytics solutions can help your business make smarter, data-driven decisions to optimize network performance.
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The proliferation of the IoT is changing the business world as we know it. One of the most exciting technologies leading this charge is the smart camera.
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As the number of IoT devices continue to soar, so do the security risks associated with their presence. Implementing IoT security best practices should be top of mind for CIOs.
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The green IT trend is about more than just saving the environment — it can help reduce costs, improve your company image, and provide better data security.
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As the workplace becomes increasingly digital, college students need more exposure to technology in the classroom. Here’s what university CTOs can do to help:
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IoT devices are transforming the way enterprises do business, but companies that don’t take the time to secure their networks leave themselves exposed to cybercriminals.
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Mergers are an important part of enterprise growth, but they present a number of challenges for IT departments in particular. CIOs must be sure to support their IT teams during these difficult transitions.
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With office design evolving over time, enterprises must rethink their wireless networks to meet the needs of an ever-evolving and increasingly connected workforce.
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Small and large companies alike are embracing digital transformation to gain a competitive edge. Here are three best practices to help your organization avoid common pitfalls.
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Remote work policies can benefit employees and employers alike, but enterprises must address a slew of unique cybersecurity challenges before they can fully embrace remote workforces.
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As the IT skills gap continues to grow, enterprises must invest in their existing security teams to retain talent and keep their networks secure.
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The rapid growth of enterprise IoT ecosystems pushes businesses to adopt WiFi 6 — now.
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A new generation of WiFi 6 access points is here; the Aruba 500 series is a game changer.
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As wearables enter the workplace, CIOs and their IT teams must prepare for the attendant cybersecurity challenges — and the opportunities to capture productivity gains.
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WiFi networks for warehouses: a notoriously difficult challenge. Here are the five most common mistakes made when setting up warehouse WiFi networks.
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To achieve optimal performance and cost-efficiency, make sure to figure out how many access points you need before installing your WiFi network.
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What are the steps to conducting a wireless site survey for your business? Here’s our comprehensive guide.
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Strategic placement of wireless access points ensures organizations get the most out of their WiFi networks.
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Warehouse robots increase productivity and efficiency, and can take on labor-intensive tasks that drain human capital. From inventory drones to automated forklifts, here’s everything you need to know about the current warehouse robotics market.
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Manufacturers have always been prime targets for cybercriminals, but as Industry 4.0 technologies bring massive amounts of valuable proprietary data online, cybersecurity has taken on new importance.
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The IT industry has long suffered from a gender gap, a skills gap, and the need for continuous reeducation amidst a rapidly evolving tech landscape. With demand for IT talent skyrocketing there’s been a renewed focus on keeping skilled IT workers from leaving.
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These five trends will redefine campus networking in 2019.
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After another explosive year of cybercriminal activity, experts predict that 2019 could be even worse.
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The ecommerce and omnichannel retail sectors should brace for the next great disruption: next-generation networks to support rapid innovation.
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Device-as-a-Service has piggybacked off the subscription service model, but has it effected meaningful change for enterprise IT teams along the way?
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Biometric authentication can pick up where passwords leave off — but only if organizations understand how this new technology will fit into their existing cybersecurity framework.
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Many organizations looking to prepare their IT infrastructure for next-generation technologies like the Internet of Things are considering building their own private 5G networks. Here are the benefits that are tempting these businesses into taking the power of 5G into their own hands.
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Capturing value from your IoT network will require an effective data management strategy that prioritizes actionable insights and top-tier security.
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5G will be a reality sooner than most people believe, and enterprises need to be prepared to take advantage.
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More and more enterprises are turning to multi-cloud solutions — here’s how to implement one.
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Rising cybersecurity threats and evolving corporate cultures have made it increasingly difficult for CISOs to adequately protect their companies’ data.
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As employees increasingly rely on personal devices and applications to conduct business, organizations must implement shadow IT policies to govern unapproved programs and prevent security breaches.
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California’s new IoT cybersecurity law takes aim at smart device manufactures that expose their customers to unnecessary cybersecurity risks.
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5G has the potential to redefine our understanding of networking, but only if we prepare our entire IT infrastructure for a new era in connectivity.
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These four free, open-source tools are essential for anyone new to the work of enterprise network optimization.
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Internet capacity may soon become just another commodity available in the peer-to-peer marketplace.
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Rumors that Amazon was entering the enterprise networking business sent shockwaves through the industry last week, but their decision to shy away from the new endeavor was likely in their best interest.
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Cybersecurity and development teams may seem to have competing interests, but the truth is that reconciliation between the two is not only possible — it’s mission-critical.
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A recent cyberattack on Banco de Chile was just another example of hackers deploying DDoS as a diversionary tactic.
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Enterprises need to take extra cybersecurity precautions as voice-powered digital assistants like Amazon’s Alexa make their way into the workplace.
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SDN represents a seismic shift in the field of enterprise network management, offering digital-first companies the agility, cost-efficiency, and performance they need to disrupt.
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Along with a string of stateside data scandals, the EU’s embrace of privacy by default is prompting firmer public resistance to America’s lax data protection regulations. With or without stricter regulations, data security is more important than ever to both companies and consumers.
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As WiFi technology advances — bringing ever-faster speeds and ever-more devices online — designing, maintaining, and securing enterprise networks is an increasingly demanding task for IT professionals.
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As companies in the petrochemical space incorporate big data and cloud computing into their networking infrastructures while employing leaner remote teams, they must invest in robust, custom networking solutions.
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Cyberinsurance is increasing in popularity, but it’s no substitute for a strong set of cybersecurity protocols.
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After partnering with Turn-key Technologies, the Warwick Valley Central School District was able to provide everything faculty and students expected and needed from their wireless network — and more.
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A new technical style guide could bridge the knowledge gap between IT professionals and their laymen coworkers, increasing the efficacy of enterprise security in the process.
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A former Equifax CIO has been indicted on charges of insider trading, raising questions about the level of legal liability enterprises face when they fail to protect consumer data.
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Internet of Things devices have the potential to revolutionize nearly every industry, but not before device manufacturers sort out some persistent issues.
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The end of Net Neutrality could be a concerning development for students whose education depends on fast, affordable internet connectivity.
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Most people associate Hedy Lamarr with the Golden Age of Hollywood, but perhaps her greatest role was much less glamorous — and much more impactful.
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Telecom and tech companies are bullish on 5G, but until the cost of implementation begins to drop, making a business case for the next generation of mobile networking is going to be difficult.
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“Trusting” isn’t a term that’s used to describe millennials very often, but when it comes to cybersecurity, they may need to become a bit more discerning about who they trust with their personal information.
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The Wi-Fi Alliance announced the WPA3 standard at this year’s CES, signaling the dawn of a new era in network security.
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At this late point in the digital revolution, most us take broadband internet access for granted. But the fact is that many Americans live in places that still aren’t adequately connected.
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As IoT devices continue to proliferate, countries like Russia are taking steps to create networks capable of supporting these devices’ unique demands.
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A growing number of cities are incorporating wireless connectivity into their plans for a “smart” future, but this doesn’t mean that companies are off the hook when it comes to optimizing their own workplace networks.
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Achieving comprehensive cybersecurity is becoming more and more difficult as oilfields become increasingly digitalized, but a new partnership represents a step in the right direction.
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Bluetooth-enabled devices are increasingly common in the healthcare sector, but hospitals and other providers must be mindful of the networking complications that come with them.
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The IoT revolution is in full swing, meaning that enterprise IT teams must take extra steps to secure their networks to accommodate the rapid proliferation of internet-connected devices.
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Managing an entire IT infrastructure can be prohibitively expensive, which is why many companies are starting to outsource some or all of their IT operations.
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Enterprises of all kinds face more network security threats today than ever before, and they must be proactive their approach to cybersecurity if they hope to protect their IT infrastructure.
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Often, the signs of a poorly performing wireless network are obvious. Connectivity is spotty or dreadfully slow, for example. But often the users aren't aware of what's causing the problem, and instead blame your applications or systems for the difficulties. To deliver a better user experience across the organization, consider a wireless network assessment. Here are some of the most common signs that your network needs some upgrading.
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The years 2014 and 2015 were hard for businesses, as hackers made their way into databases that included countless financial records, government and military secrets, and highly sensitive and valuable proprietary information (think Sony and Ashley Madison). This year, hackers seemed to shift their focus, targeting medical organizations with a vengeance. By February, NBC news had declared that health care records hacking had "skyrocketed", jumping a mind-boggling 11,000 percent (nope -- not a typo) in a single year. If that doesn't make you want a network security audit to access your vulnerabilities, nothing will.
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These five factors may be threatening your enterprise network security.
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