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Outsourcing vs. Cloud Computing, a quick look

- October 11, 2020

This week we will discuss an exciting topic of outsourcing and cloud computing. To understand what the two are, let’s look at both and how they benefit or hinder a company. Outsourcing , as we come to know it, is the method where a company hires a third-party provider who then performs a specific task or function on behalf and for the benefit of a business. This method can perform functions that cloud computing cannot do or does not execute. Cloud computing is the practice of using a network of remote servers that are hosted over the internet to manage, store, and process data, rather than doing so on a local server or a personal computer. *Cloud computing is not the same as outsourcing* The difference between the two is that cloud computing can do computing between different machines at different locations and combine the data from one application to another. While outsourcing is where a business hires someone to do

The Different Types of Cloud Models

- October 11, 2020

This week we will discuss the different types of cloud models. These are Public, Private, Community, and Hybrid cloud models, which will thoroughly go into some detail with examples of what they are and how they are used. For many, some of us used cloud storage, either for work or personal use. A majority of users that store their photos, music, or documents may be using a private cloud, such as Apple's iCloud Drive, Microsoft's One Drive, or Google's Drive, to name a few. However, large companies may use services, such as Amazon Web Services or Services from Google that are suited for business logistics. These services will have different features than your regular cloud services. Whether it be for personal use or business, cloud services can vary on what features are available. Let us look at the different types of cloud models and how they are used. In total, there are four types of cloud models: Public, Private, Community, and

GPT vs. MBR Partitioning, A Quick Look

- September 15, 2020

Partitioning is a way to manage space for your server or PC that ensure the OS is in the right place to manage data. When a new medium is installed on a server or a personal computer, the operating system will not install data until the new storage device has been partitioned. However, some users may not understand which partition method to use when prompted. Below will outline the difference between GPT and MBR partitions, their limitations, and level of security. What is GPT and MBR partitions? Master Boot Record or MBR is an older method that is used for the standard BIOS partition table. Simultaneously, GUID Partition Table or GPT is used in Unified Extensible Firmware Interface or UEFI. “ GPT is new. But the new one is not always better than the old one. Many vendors utilize MBR technology since it is still predominantly used in the real world. GPT disks have the advantages of partition size, the number of partitions, and resilience. If a computer that uses

The different operating systems and peripherals that we use every day

- September 15, 2020

Have you ever taken a stroll through your local tech store or browsed through your favorite tech website and saw all the crazy peripherals on sale? From the different keyboards, mice, webcams, mousepads, to the components that help cool your machine to the sleek cases that house everything, all these accessories can be overwhelming to those that are unfamiliar with what these attachments do. Though essential peripherals, such as the keyboard and mouse, can become confusing as there are many different arrangements and choices for one to choose. From gaming-focused to minimalist design, indeed, there are different flavors for everyone. The keyboard that I use at home is a cheap mechanical board that I purchased on Amazon a few months ago. Though the board does what I want it to do, I tend to find myself looking at other boards on the market. I use an Apple wireless keyboard with my iPad for my travel setup, which works reasonably well. Now I am leaning toward using flat style or chicl

Using Cloud Computing: What to consider

- September 06, 2020

Many users who access applications through the Cloud seem to do so without understanding the complications that can arise if something were to go wrong. However, the benefits of using apps from the Cloud, such as iCloud, for example, which allows apple users access applications like Keynote and Pages, can create documents easily from any desktop with a web browser. The benefits of these types of services can be easy to use, be cost-efficient, and where backup and recovery can be quickly made. These hosting services can also offer another benefit, which is 24/7 support as well. Unfortunately, there are some downsides to these types of services. As many businesses may use services already, the biggest issue is trusting these services with your business's sensitive data. There have been cases where Software as a Service or SaaS providers have been targeted by hackers more frequently and have been easily compromised. This can be troublesome as this service is the most ta

32-bit vs. 64-bit: What are the differences

- August 31, 2020

As with all Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, there are many different flavors. From Home to Pro editions from 32-bit to 64-bit, there is something for everyone. In terms of architecture, what are the differences? A quick history In 1993, Microsoft released Windows NT 3.1, which was a fully 32-bit operating system. This version of Windows brought NTFS to the masses. In 2003, Microsoft would introduce a 64-bit Windows XP edition that took advantage of the 64-bit processors released. What are the differences? 64-bit processors are more complex than 32-bit versions. This is because 64-bit processors can handle more data at once compared to the 32-bit processors. It can store more computational values, including memory addressing, which means it can access over four billion times the physical memory of a 32-bit version. In terms of Windows Server, having the 64-bit version of the Server OS would allow for better performance with applications and utilize

The Five Ways to Migrate Applications to the Cloud.

- August 21, 2020

Hello, and welcome to my blog! This week we will be discussing the Five Ways to Migrate Applications to the Cloud. Before we begin, perhaps it would be best to chat about what is Cloud computing. So, Cloud computing is the on-demand availability of computer system resources, especially data storage and computing power, without direct active management by the user. Now, to make things clear from some, the Cloud is a server that is located in another location. On that server, the user may store applications, which then he or she can have access to that information at a later time via the Internet. However, there can be some issues when trying to migrate applications to the Cloud, which we will be discussing. Organizations seeking to move applications into the Cloud have five options: rehost on infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), refactor for platform-as-a-service (PaaS), revise for IaaS or PaaS, rebuild on PaaS, or replace with software-as-a-service (SaaS), according

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