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May 18, 2013
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ransomware
Ransomware is a form of malware in which rogue software code effectively holds a user's computer hostage until a "ransom" fee is paid.
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Google Glass
Google's project program for developing a line of hands-free, head-mounted intelligent devices that can be worn by users as eyewear.
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ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
Short for enterprise resource planning, ERP is business management software that allows an organization to use a system of integrated applications...
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private cloud project
Companies initiate private cloud projects to enable their IT infrastructure to become more capable of quickly adapting to continually evolving...
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cloud backup
A cloud backup (cloud computer backup) refers to backing up data to a remote, cloud-based server. As a form of cloud storage, cloud backup data is...
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Raring Ringtail (Ubuntu Codename)
Raring Ringtail is the Ubuntu codename for version 13.04 of the Ubuntu Linux-based operating system.
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resistive memory - ReRAM, RRAM
ReRAM, or resistive memory cells, is a type of non-volatile memory that is considered to be a type of memristor technology.
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BYOD - bring your own device
A phrase that has become widely adopted to refer to mobile workers bringing their own mobile devices, such as smartphones, laptops and PDAs, into...
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CRM - Customer Relationship Management
Short for customer relationship management, CRM entails all aspects of interaction a company has with its customer, whether it be sales or service...
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mobile operating system
The mobile operating system is the software platform on top of which other programs, called application programs, can run on mobile devices.
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private cloud
The phrase used to describe a cloud computing platform that is implemented within the corporate firewall, under the control of the IT department....
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The Difference Between Adware & Spyware
Not technically fitting into either the virus or spam category we have spyware and adware, which are growing concerns for Internet users.
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Android Apps for Remote Computer Access
Remote access is useful when you need to collaborate with co-workers, help a friend with PC problems or grab files from your desktop.
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