Big data describes the large volume of both unstructured and structured data which is not handled by traditional database. Big data usually includes data sets with sizes beyond the ability of commonly used software tools to capture, curate,...
High Amounts of DDoS Attacks in 2013
The year of 2013 saw high amounts of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. Beginning in March, finance, banking, and insurance companies were the focus of an assault that lasted for 14.6 days. Through the year, the attacks ranged from 20.6...
Beefing Up Network Security
Companies can build firewalls that keep unauthorized persons from breaking into their computer’s network system. A knowledgeable, highly skilled IT employee or computer engineer can create the firewalls, as well as password protection and biometric...
Asia On Track to Be Biggest Cloud Consumer
According to recent studies on cloud data usage conducted by Cisco, North Americans are currently the biggest consumers of cloud data, transmitting around 261 Exabytes of data per year. The Asia Pacific region is the next biggest consumer, transmitting...
Windows Data Recovery Using Linux
We've
all been there. We've used the same hard drive for more than 5 years until it
suddenly decided to give out. Was it a virus? Was it a mechanical problem? You
don't know. And you don't care because you're too angry. All those songs, all
those...
5 Best Data Backup Programs For You And/Or Your Business
Why Should I Back My Data Up?
It is safe to say that computers are one of the most important technical advancements to date. We use them for almost everything imaginable, storing large amounts of data in the form of pictures, videos, music, documents,...
Protect Your Information from a Data Breach
If your company has been the victim of a data breach you know how frustrating and time consuming such an event can be. In addition to having to rebuild your databases and inform customers about the issues, there is also a monetary cost associated...
