Month: October 2016

New legislation could affect millions of Americans’ data privacy

Data privacy lobbyists are working to stop new legislation that would allow U.S government agencies to access millions of Americans’ computers. The new rule is a modification to Rule 41 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. The Justice Department indicated the new rule is necessary to keep up with new technologies used by cyber …

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HOBI News of the Week 10/8-10/13

Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 10/8-10/13 Three tips for increasing enterprise data center cost efficiency Enterprises nationwide are decreasing their data center budgets. Electricity, environmental controls and equipment maintenance can lead to high operational costs. To maximize a data center’s potential, it’s important to stick to the best …

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Three tips for increasing enterprise data center cost efficiency

Enterprises nationwide are decreasing their data center budgets. Electricity, environmental controls and equipment maintenance can lead to high operational costs. To maximize a data center’s potential, it’s important to stick to the best practices and regular maintenance to make sure your devices are functioning at their highest capability. Here are three tips for maximizing data …

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Three ways reverse logistics increase accountability in ITAM

Partnering with a certified IT asset management firm ensures enterprise IT equipment is used to its best value and properly maintained. One of the main priorities for enterprises pairing with an IT asset manager should be choosing a firm that employs reverse logistics. Reverse logistics ensures partner accountability at all levels throughout the ITAM process. …

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Samsung and Apple’s design battle visits U.S. Supreme Court

The ongoing lawsuit between Samsung and Apple visited the U.S. Supreme Court this morning. The design infringement battle between the two tech giants is the first patent lawsuit to go before the supreme court in more than a century. In 2012, a jury ruled Samsung’s smartphone design infringed on three of Apple’s iPhone design patents, …

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Samsung suspends Galaxy Note 7 production

Update 10/11/16: Samsung has officially ceased all Galaxy Note 7 production indefinitely.  Samsung has temporarily suspended production of their Note 7 and Note 7 Plus devices after reports of replacement devices batteries malfunctioning. Last month, Samsung issued a recall for 2.5 million Note 7 and Note 7 Plus devices after multiple reports of battery fires. Since …

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Global Green Data Center market anticipated to reach $91 billion in 5 years

A new report published by Research and Markets anticipates the Global Green Data Center market will reach or exceed $91 billion within the next five years. Research and Markets projects the overall CAGR of 22.7 percent for the next four years, meaning the market will grow from $26.77 billion in 2015, to $91.53 billion in …

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Survey indicates teachers enthusiastic about classroom tech but unsure about implementation

A new online survey conducted by the University of Phoenix College of Education and Harris Poll indicates teachers are enthusiastic about classroom technology usage, but not as knowledgable about the integration process as they need to be. Fifty-five percent of the respondents indicated they use classroom technology daily, but only 15 percent admitted they would …

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Google reveals first Pixel devices at annual event

Google held its annual hardware event earlier today, Made by Google, following speculation about new smartphone, VR and smart-home possibilities. The event did not disappoint, announcing new Pixel devices, a VR headset, Google Home smart speaker, Chromecast updates, Google Assistant and Google WiFi. Google kicked off the event by revealing the new Pixel and Pixel …

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