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Could the data centres that power the internet be moved to the bottom of the ocean? It’s not as crazy as it sounds
The Internet is anything but immaterial, as all those messages, images, and videos live in data centres, which consume immense amounts of energy.
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The energy consumption of Internet use has multiplied by a thousand-fold in 20 years. So how can we better visualise our energy ‘spending’ and reduce carbon emissions?
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To understand what happened, you need to know what a CDN (content delivery network) is, and how crucial they are to the smooth running of the internet.
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The most effective solution is also the most radical.
Cloud services are flexible, but are they secure?
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Outside IT projects managed without the knowledge of IT departments are on the rise. What are the risks and possible consequences?
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Cloud services became popular due to the benefits they can offer to users, but their adoption can be opposed by IT departments.
Staying safe online requires more than just a good password.
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Four important elements to consider when evaluating how safe you are online.
Is this cloud secure?
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Storing data in the cloud is convenient, but how secure is it? And what are users’ options for stepping up their data security?