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Tony Ridzyowski: Mar 3, 2020 10:27:07 AM
There are an overwhelming number of things to do when opening up a new business — this IT checklist can help you ensure that key preparations don’t slip through the cracks.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 21, 2020 11:19:41 AM
Patch management can help your business improve security, decrease downtime, and demonstrate compliance.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 13, 2020 11:03:28 AM
We’ve turned the corner on the holiday season, but it’s important to understand the increased risks to equip your business with the best security...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 2, 2020 11:10:32 AM
E-rate regulations have changed to make the Category Two E-rate budget system a permanent fixture of the E-rate program.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 16, 2019 3:32:11 PM
Network analytics solutions can help your business make smarter, data-driven decisions to optimize network performance.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 2, 2019 3:39:03 PM
The proliferation of the IoT is changing the business world as we know it. One of the most exciting technologies leading this charge is the smart...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 5, 2019 9:50:43 AM
As the number of IoT devices continue to soar, so do the security risks associated with their presence. Implementing IoT security best practices...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Oct 31, 2019 9:38:44 AM
The green IT trend is about more than just saving the environment — it can help reduce costs, improve your company image, and provide better data...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Oct 10, 2019 11:21:49 AM
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Tony Ridzyowski: Sep 20, 2019 9:32:43 AM
As the workplace becomes increasingly digital, college students need more exposure to technology in the classroom. Here’s what university CTOs can do...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Aug 8, 2019 9:36:46 AM
IoT devices are transforming the way enterprises do business, but companies that don’t take the time to secure their networks leave themselves...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Aug 2, 2019 3:55:00 PM
Mergers are an important part of enterprise growth, but they present a number of challenges for IT departments in particular. CIOs must be sure to...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 31, 2019 12:27:30 PM
With office design evolving over time, enterprises must rethink their wireless networks to meet the needs of an ever-evolving and increasingly...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 23, 2019 9:47:02 AM
Small and large companies alike are embracing digital transformation to gain a competitive edge. Here are three best practices to help your...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 12, 2019 9:39:05 AM
Remote work policies can benefit employees and employers alike, but enterprises must address a slew of unique cybersecurity challenges before they...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 2, 2019 9:22:40 AM
As the IT skills gap continues to grow, enterprises must invest in their existing security teams to retain talent and keep their networks secure.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jun 20, 2019 9:16:08 AM
The rapid growth of enterprise IoT ecosystems pushes businesses to adopt WiFi 6 — now.
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Tony Ridzyowski: May 14, 2019 11:49:39 AM
A new generation of WiFi 6 access points is here; the Aruba 500 series is a game changer.
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Tony Ridzyowski: May 8, 2019 10:06:09 AM
As wearables enter the workplace, CIOs and their IT teams must prepare for the attendant cybersecurity challenges — and the opportunities to capture...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Apr 30, 2019 10:15:11 AM
WiFi networks for warehouses: a notoriously difficult challenge. Here are the five most common mistakes made when setting up warehouse WiFi networks.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Apr 16, 2019 8:27:06 AM
To achieve optimal performance and cost-efficiency, make sure to figure out how many access points you need before installing your WiFi network.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Apr 9, 2019 9:35:27 AM
What are the steps to conducting a wireless site survey for your business? Here’s our comprehensive guide.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Mar 14, 2019 8:18:42 AM
Strategic placement of wireless access points ensures organizations get the most out of their WiFi networks.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Mar 7, 2019 9:46:27 AM
Warehouse robots increase productivity and efficiency, and can take on labor-intensive tasks that drain human capital. From inventory drones to...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Mar 6, 2019 4:56:49 PM
Manufacturers have always been prime targets for cybercriminals, but as Industry 4.0 technologies bring massive amounts of valuable proprietary data...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Feb 28, 2019 2:49:39 PM
The IT industry has long suffered from a gender gap, a skills gap, and the need for continuous reeducation amidst a rapidly evolving tech landscape....
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Tony Ridzyowski: Feb 14, 2019 7:00:00 AM
These five trends will redefine campus networking in 2019.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 29, 2019 8:22:24 AM
After another explosive year of cybercriminal activity, experts predict that 2019 could be even worse.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 22, 2019 9:40:15 AM
The ecommerce and omnichannel retail sectors should brace for the next great disruption: next-generation networks to support rapid innovation.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 8, 2019 7:00:00 AM
Device-as-a-Service has piggybacked off the subscription service model, but has it effected meaningful change for enterprise IT teams along the way?
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 2, 2019 12:50:39 PM
Biometric authentication can pick up where passwords leave off — but only if organizations understand how this new technology will fit into their...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 18, 2018 7:00:00 AM
Many organizations looking to prepare their IT infrastructure for next-generation technologies like the Internet of Things are considering building...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 17, 2018 8:08:13 AM
Capturing value from your IoT network will require an effective data management strategy that prioritizes actionable insights and top-tier security.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 5, 2018 7:00:00 AM
5G will be a reality sooner than most people believe, and enterprises need to be prepared to take advantage.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 4, 2018 9:03:29 AM
More and more enterprises are turning to multi-cloud solutions — here’s how to implement one.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 13, 2018 8:23:53 AM
Rising cybersecurity threats and evolving corporate cultures have made it increasingly difficult for CISOs to adequately protect their companies’...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 5, 2018 10:33:00 AM
As employees increasingly rely on personal devices and applications to conduct business, organizations must implement shadow IT policies to govern...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Oct 31, 2018 7:00:00 AM
California’s new IoT cybersecurity law takes aim at smart device manufactures that expose their customers to unnecessary cybersecurity risks.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Oct 11, 2018 9:08:31 AM
5G has the potential to redefine our understanding of networking, but only if we prepare our entire IT infrastructure for a new era in connectivity.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Sep 18, 2018 8:57:26 AM
These four free, open-source tools are essential for anyone new to the work of enterprise network optimization.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Sep 11, 2018 8:25:24 AM
Internet capacity may soon become just another commodity available in the peer-to-peer marketplace.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Sep 5, 2018 8:36:03 AM
Rumors that Amazon was entering the enterprise networking business sent shockwaves through the industry last week, but their decision to shy away...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Aug 14, 2018 8:28:19 AM
Cybersecurity and development teams may seem to have competing interests, but the truth is that reconciliation between the two is not only possible —...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 26, 2018 9:40:36 AM
A recent cyberattack on Banco de Chile was just another example of hackers deploying DDoS as a diversionary tactic.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 25, 2018 7:00:00 AM
Enterprises need to take extra cybersecurity precautions as voice-powered digital assistants like Amazon’s Alexa make their way into the workplace.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 19, 2018 9:00:00 AM
SDN represents a seismic shift in the field of enterprise network management, offering digital-first companies the agility, cost-efficiency, and...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 10, 2018 9:00:00 AM
Along with a string of stateside data scandals, the EU’s embrace of privacy by default is prompting firmer public resistance to America’s lax data...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jul 3, 2018 9:09:30 AM
As WiFi technology advances — bringing ever-faster speeds and ever-more devices online — designing, maintaining, and securing enterprise networks is...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jun 22, 2018 6:00:00 AM
As companies in the petrochemical space incorporate big data and cloud computing into their networking infrastructures while employing leaner remote...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jun 11, 2018 8:22:41 AM
Cyberinsurance is increasing in popularity, but it’s no substitute for a strong set of cybersecurity protocols.
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Tony Ridzyowski: May 29, 2018 10:58:09 AM
After partnering with Turn-key Technologies, the Warwick Valley Central School District was able to provide everything faculty and students expected...
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Tony Ridzyowski: May 2, 2018 8:00:00 AM
A new technical style guide could bridge the knowledge gap between IT professionals and their laymen coworkers, increasing the efficacy of enterprise...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Apr 24, 2018 8:34:00 AM
A former Equifax CIO has been indicted on charges of insider trading, raising questions about the level of legal liability enterprises face when they...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Apr 11, 2018 9:21:19 AM
Internet of Things devices have the potential to revolutionize nearly every industry, but not before device manufacturers sort out some persistent...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Apr 4, 2018 8:43:23 AM
The end of Net Neutrality could be a concerning development for students whose education depends on fast, affordable internet connectivity.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Mar 27, 2018 8:36:17 AM
Most people associate Hedy Lamarr with the Golden Age of Hollywood, but perhaps her greatest role was much less glamorous — and much more impactful.
Tony Ridzyowski: Mar 16, 2018 8:00:00 AM
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Tony Ridzyowski: Feb 20, 2018 8:00:00 AM
Telecom and tech companies are bullish on 5G, but until the cost of implementation begins to drop, making a business case for the next generation of...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Feb 14, 2018 8:00:00 AM
“Trusting” isn’t a term that’s used to describe millennials very often, but when it comes to cybersecurity, they may need to become a bit more...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Feb 8, 2018 8:31:16 AM
The Wi-Fi Alliance announced the WPA3 standard at this year’s CES, signaling the dawn of a new era in network security.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Jan 5, 2018 9:44:23 AM
At this late point in the digital revolution, most us take broadband internet access for granted. But the fact is that many Americans live in places...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 12, 2017 12:24:53 PM
As IoT devices continue to proliferate, countries like Russia are taking steps to create networks capable of supporting these devices’ unique demands.
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 7, 2017 12:34:50 PM
A growing number of cities are incorporating wireless connectivity into their plans for a “smart” future, but this doesn’t mean that companies are...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 30, 2017 11:31:36 AM
Achieving comprehensive cybersecurity is becoming more and more difficult as oilfields become increasingly digitalized, but a new partnership...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 29, 2017 11:54:00 AM
Bluetooth-enabled devices are increasingly common in the healthcare sector, but hospitals and other providers must be mindful of the networking...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 22, 2017 9:00:00 AM
The IoT revolution is in full swing, meaning that enterprise IT teams must take extra steps to secure their networks to accommodate the rapid...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 20, 2017 10:48:10 AM
Managing an entire IT infrastructure can be prohibitively expensive, which is why many companies are starting to outsource some or all of their IT...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Nov 14, 2017 12:39:44 PM
Enterprises of all kinds face more network security threats today than ever before, and they must be proactive their approach to cybersecurity if...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Sep 1, 2016 10:00:00 AM
Often, the signs of a poorly performing wireless network are obvious. Connectivity is spotty or dreadfully slow, for example. But often the users...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Aug 18, 2016 10:00:00 AM
The years 2014 and 2015 were hard for businesses, as hackers made their way into databases that included countless financial records, government and...
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Tony Ridzyowski: Dec 23, 2015 10:00:00 AM
These five factors may be threatening your enterprise network security.
