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Software engineering is complex, especially when businesses are continuously trying to deliver personalized and new products to customers. If you are a part of this technology change, chances are you will have to constantly learn, unlearn, and update your existing software knowledge. Avya Chaudhary, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents a rundown of 10 important reads ...
Blockchain ranks up there with generative AI as one of the biggest revolutionary technologies of the 21st century. While the technology is usually associated with cryptocurrency, recent trends suggest it is advancing beyond crypto to fit into many other areas, including banks and financial services, supply chain management, and identity verifications. To help you understand ...
You’ve been preparing to enter the world of IT consulting for what seems like an eternity. You know your skills are sound — you can navigate your way around every OS known to humankind, you can subnet like nobody’s business, and security… no one can keep the unwanted out like you. So what’s stopping you ...
If you’re an administrator of systems, no matter the platform, you know that it’s only a matter of time before you find yourself having to troubleshoot any given problem. Sometimes the problems are really simple, so the troubleshooting is quick and painless. On other occasions, however, the problems are considerably more challenging. When those troublesome ...
Most of the discussion about data center sustainability is focused on the type of power and how much of it is consumed. But excessive water usage is becoming an increasingly important and controversial aspect of data center operations. Many data centers use a lot of water in cooling and humidification. Hyperscalers, in particular, are under ...
There has been plenty of hype around secure access service edge. Some even say it is replacing legacy network and security architectures. Drew Robb, writing for TechRepublic Premium, lays out what it is, how it fits within the security and networking landscape, whether it is replacing SD-WAN, its benefits, its challenges, and how to implement ...
It can be frustrating when you and your clients are at odds with one another. It happens for many reasons, and when it does, you run the risk of losing the client. Obviously, consultants aren’t in the business of LOSING clients. The goal is to make them as happy as possible. But there are times ...
If you use Linux, chances are pretty good you use Bash. But what is it? In this guide, written by Jack Wallen for TechRepublic Premium, learn about Bourne-Again SHell, and why it is a useful tool for Linux administrators. The download explains how to create aliases and functions, customize your Bash prompt, and more. Featured ...
Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that more than one out of five businesses fail within their first year of operation. While the numbers may seem bleak, they paint a cautionary picture of the importance of tactful strategizing when launching a new organization. Entering a suitable field of operation is a critical ...
Most leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, and overachieving types in general have one thing in common: They think they’re right most of the time. We can spend forever trying to figure out why that is, but for now, just assume it comes with the territory. Getting snubbed by a boss or, even worse, a top executive or ...