Network Technology, Intranet, Extranet, LAN, WAN, VPN Connectivity

Network technology is a family of technologies used to send and receive data across a computer network. It enables data transmission between two or more computers, allowing them to communicate with each other over the Internet or other networks. Network technology includes a wide range of components, such as Network hardware, Network software and Network security. IT Reseller news and articles covering Network Technology, Intranet, Extranet, Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), Virtual Private Networks (VPN) & Connectivity.

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Toshiba demonstrates nearline HDDs with capacity of over 30 Terabytes

1 Toshiba demonstrates nearline HDDs with capacity of over 30 Terabytes

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH has announced that Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has successfully achieved storage capacities of over 30TB with two next-generation large capacity magnetic recording technologies for hard disk drives (HDDs): Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) and Microwave Assisted Magnetic Recording (MAMR). The demonstration drives represent a major milestone in the advance towards commercial products based on each of these emerging recording formats.

Cirata Data Migrator now available on Google Cloud Marketplace

2 Cirata Data Migrator now available on Google Cloud Marketplace

Cirata, the company that automates Hadoop data transfer and integration to modern cloud analytics and AI platforms, has announced that Cirata Data Migrator is now available on Google Cloud Marketplace.

The interplay between robotics and AI in manufacturing

3 The interplay between robotics and AI in manufacturing

By Louis Columbus, senior industry marketing manager, DELMIA.

The growth opportunities for AI and robotics in manufacturing are vast and projected to reach $182 billion globally by 2027.

AI fuels nearly 30% increase in IT modernisation spend, yet businesses are unprepared for growing data demands - Couchbase survey

4 AI fuels nearly 30% increase in IT modernisation spend, yet businesses are unprepared for growing data demands - Couchbase survey

Couchbase, Inc., the cloud database platform company, has released the findings from its seventh annual survey of global IT leaders. The study of 500 senior IT decision makers found investment in IT modernisation is set to increase by 27% in 2024, as enterprises look to take advantage of new technologies, such as AI and edge computing, while meeting ever-increasing productivity demands. There is a clear demand for modernization and tech investment: 59% are worried their organizations’ ability to manage data won’t meet GenAI’s demands without significant investment. With the right approach to this investment, enterprises will be better prepared to overcome productivity challenges and satisfy end users who demand continuously improving experiences.

£1.8 million boost for innovation to decarbonise freight

5 £1.8 million boost for innovation to decarbonise freight

More people and businesses across the UK will benefit from smarter, more efficient and more sustainable deliveries thanks to a £1.8m Government funding boost.

More than £6m AI upskilling fund launched to help SMEs in law, design, HR and beyond

6 More than £6m AI upskilling fund launched to help SMEs in law, design, HR and beyond

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can now bid for a share of £6.4 million to help train their workforce to use artificial intelligence and in turn boost productivity and efficiency.

Tech businesses have increased AI usage to improve business operations by 25% in the last quarter, new data reveals

7 Tech businesses have increased AI usage to improve business operations by 25% in the last quarter, new data reveals

Data analysed by CX Network, the global online network for customer service and marketing leaders, has found that AI usage to improve business operations in the technology sector has increased 25% since the end of 2023.

Findings showed that the use of AI to optimise business operations across tech has jumped from 52% to 65% from December 2023 to March 2024.

‘Embrace AI or lose your competitive edge,’ says winner of EMEA business award

8 ‘Embrace AI or lose your competitive edge,’ says winner of EMEA business award

Iconic Digital, the digital marketing agency based in London working with clients across the UK, has been honoured as the Best Overall Business at the esteemed BizX awards ceremony. Held at the ACC Arena in Liverpool on Thursday 18th April, the team received their award from TV personality Stephen Mulhern who hosted the ceremony.

GlobalData reveals list of top 10 LLMs on social media

9 GlobalData reveals list of top 10 LLMs on social media

Large language models (LLMs) have seen significant advancements in recent years, with the introduction of new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots and upgrades to the existing models.

Aionic Digital unveils Synapse AI-powered universal connector

10 Aionic Digital unveils Synapse AI-powered universal connector

Aionic Digital has released Synapse, an AI-powered accelerator designed to address and overcome the challenges of systems integrations.Synapse stands out with its proprietary knowledge-base and AI analyzer, an innovation that guarantees seamless integration across diverse systems and platforms.

Network Technology

Network technology is a broad term that covers any technology that enables two or more devices to connect and communicate with each other. These technologies can be as complex as the Internet itself or as simple as a dial-up connection between two PCs. There are many different types of network technologies, each with its own purpose and benefits. Some of the most common types of network technologies include:

  • Personal area network (PAN): A PAN is a small network that connects devices within close proximity to each other, such as a computer, a smartphone, and a printer. PANs are typically used for sharing files, printers, and other resources.
  • Local area network (LAN): A LAN is a network that connects devices within a single building or campus. LANs are typically used for sharing files, printers, and other resources, as well as for connecting to the internet.
  • Metropolitan area network (MAN): A MAN is a network that connects LANs within a city or metropolitan area. MANs are typically used for providing high-speed internet access, as well as for connecting businesses and other organizations.
  • Wide area network (WAN): A WAN is a network that connects LANs and MANs over a large geographic area. WANs are typically used for connecting businesses and other organizations that are located in different cities or countries.
  • Content delivery network (CDN): A CDN is a network of servers that is used to deliver content, such as web pages, images, and videos, to users. CDNs are typically used to improve the performance and availability of content.
  • Virtual private network (VPN): A VPN is a secure network that is created over a public network, such as the internet. VPNs are typically used to connect to a corporate network from a remote location, or to access the internet securely.

Some examples of network technology include:

  • Ethernet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth
  • TCP/IP
  • IP addressing
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • Firewalls
  • Intrusion detection systems

Network technology is used in a wide variety of applications, including:

  • The Internet
  • Intranets
  • Extranets
  • Local area networks (LANs)
  • Metropolitan area networks (MANs)
  • Wide area networks (WANs)
  • Cloud computing
  • Video conferencing
  • VoIP telephony
  • File sharing
  • Gaming

Network technology is a constantly evolving field, as new technologies are developed and old ones are improved. This makes it a challenging and exciting field to work in, as there is always something new to learn.

Here are some of the benefits of network technology:

  • Increased productivity: Network technology can help businesses to increase productivity by allowing employees to collaborate more effectively and share files more easily.
  • Improved communication: Network technology can help to improve communication within businesses and between businesses and their customers.
  • Reduced costs: Network technology can help to reduce costs by allowing businesses to centralize their IT infrastructure and by making it easier to manage and secure their networks.

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