The science (and certification) of writing secure code
The world runs on code. From online banking to electronic voting systems and from self-driving cars to medical devices, almost every aspect of modern life relies upon software …
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Virtualization: The tech trick that makes hardware vanish
In the beginning, there was hardware. Big, chunky, heavy computing hardware that filled entire buildings built with specially reinforced floors to bear the immense weight. These early machines …
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The Internet of Things: Practical vs. Peripheral
The term “Internet of Things” (or IoT for short) is an overused technology buzzword that, for many, most often provokes the question: “What does that even mean?” The general definition …
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Really old computer stuff: The business (and certification?) of legacy tech
In my work as an IT consultant, I see many client network environments. I’m always surprised (although I really shouldn’t be) at how much Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 I see …
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Bulk up your skills: Big Data certifications for heavy hitters
Information overload. Sometimes also referred to as “infobesity” or “data smog,” few problems plague the information age as much as being completely swamped by intelligence. …
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Russian hackers only latest attackers in ongoing cyberbattle
During the summer of 2016, it was hard to browse a major news site without coming across dire warnings about hacking activity originating in Russia and targeted …
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