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How Will AI Change Federal Networking?

Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) could very well be the next major technological advancements to change the way federal IT pros work. These technologies can provide substantial benefits…

Maintaining a Secure Environment: Use Cases Build a Security Policy

Security is a key operational consideration for organizations today because a breach can lead to significant losses of revenue, reputation, and legal standing. An entity’s environment is an ecosystem comprised of…

What Is Virtualization?

We’ve all been there. It’s time to consider building a home lab, whether it’s for testing a scenario, preparing for a certification, or learning more about a software application. There…

Top 5 Benefits of Hyperconverged Infrastructure

Hyperconverged infrastructure is adopted more and more every year by companies both big and small. For small- to medium-businesses (SMBs) and remote branch type companies, HCI provides an all-in-one solution…

The Soft Skills Gap Is Real; Nontechnical Skills Needed By Every Federal IT Pro

Today’s federal IT pro has a broad range of responsibilities and corresponding talents. The need for a multidisciplinary skillset is only increasing. As environments get more complex and teams grow,…

Patch Management Best Practices – Why Does Patching Hurt So Much?

Guys, you need to patch your stuff. In April, I had the opportunity to talk to IT pros at four different trade shows. That’s right, four in a month! I’ve…

What Is Hyperconverged Infrastructure and How HCI Works

This is the first of a five-part series on HCI. I hope you enjoy and this prompts discussion. Please feel free to reach out to me via Twitter at @MBLeib.…

Monitoring Business Plan: Part Two

You’ve prepared and know the answer to, “Why do you need extra money for something you’re already doing?” (If you’re a little rusty, be sure to read part one.) But…

Making Every Agency Employee a Security Advocate

The rising numbers of data breaches should come as no surprise to federal IT security pros who work every day to ensure agency information is secure. However, these breaches may…

Using Our Brain (a Reflection on FaceApp and Harry Potter)

The summer is full of important dates, from national holidays to family vacations to birthdays and anniversaries big and small. In a few short days, one such birthday is coming…