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CenturyLink, Infinera Bring Terabit Capacity to SCinet

Tech companies collaborate to bring terabit capacity to SCinet to support the connectivity needs of academia and research organizations.

November 20, 2019 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Network services company CenturyLink and software telecommunications manufacturer Infinera partnered to bring multi-terabit capacity at this week’s SC19, the International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage and Analysis. The partnership is expected to meet the connectivity needs for global research organizations and education communities. Along with other contributions from the networking industry, academia and […]

Report: U.S. is Behind China in AI Investing

U.S. report says the country is in danger of losing ground to China in the race for advancements in artificial intelligence technology.

November 13, 2019 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

I’ve read and heard so much about artificial intelligence since I’ve started writing for Tech Decisions that I figured the U.S. was leading the way. With the likes of Apple, Amazon, Google and Microsoft calling the U.S. home, I thought we were for sure leading the world in AI technologies. I was also sure that […]

Digital Signage Benefits for Viewers and Network Managers

November 11, 2019 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Digital signage creates a dynamic experience that captures viewers’ attention and enhances brand awareness. Functioning in segments ranging from retail to education, this medium brings a variety of benefits.

Bucknell University Uses WhereScape Automation to Develop Cloud-Based Data Warehouse

WhereScape data warehouse automation allows Bucknell University to focus business requirements instead of the low-level details

November 11, 2019 Jonathan Blackwood Leave a Comment

Bucknell University was implementing some new enterprise systems and the existing data warehouse required significant architectural changes to support them. Bucknell had historically used (and continued to use for many core processes) the Banner Ellucian ERP student information system that managed everything on the back-end, including BI and reporting—a turnkey system for higher education. The […]

ImmersiveTouch Expands Virtual Reality Surgery Platform To Neurosurgery

ImmersiveTouch's virtual reality solutions can now be used in neurosurgery thanks to a partnership with a large medical device company.

October 22, 2019 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

ImmersiveTouch, a virtual reality-enabled personalized surgery, is expanding the availability of its platform into the neurosurgery market and has engaged a large medical device manufacturer on a co-marketing campaign. The Chicago-based company announced the expansion simultaneous to its collaboration with Indiana medical device giant Zimmer Biomet that gives the company’s surgeons access to ImmersiveTouch’s VR […]

Major Universities’ AV Experts to Discuss Networked AV Best Practices at Industry Roundtable

Networked AV best practices webinar focusing on university networks will take place October 29 with experts from major universities.

October 21, 2019 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

A roundtable discussion exploring networked AV best practices and the transformative effects networked AV has on learning and higher education will take place at 11 a.m. PT on Oct. 29. The event includes an in-person discussion between multiple AV experts. A live Q&A, where webinar attendees can ask questions of the participants will occur immediately […]

I Wish Google Taught Me How To Be An Internet Professional At An Early Age

Tech companies, Silicon Valley and educators should focus on making sure America's youth can tackle even the most simple of internet functions.

October 21, 2019 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

I don’t have to tell you that the world is becoming increasingly reliant on technology. Most of my work these days is done in front of a computer. However, I learned all of it on the fly. Nobody taught me how to write a professional email or even how to search for jobs online, let […]

Townson University Saves Energy In Their Performance Space With Altman Chalice 70W Lighting

Townson University saves money and increases overall illumination in their Kaplan Concert Hall space with Altman Lighting Chalice 70W.

October 21, 2019 Jonathan Blackwood Leave a Comment

As one of the nation’s top public universities, Townson University in Maryland has created an inclusive learning environment situated near the area’s prominent educational, community and cultural resources. The Tech Decision From theatre to dance and music, the University’s performing arts programs produce over 200 student and professional performances each year. Needing performance venues which […]

How Projection Screens Can Make Or Break a Projection System

Many of us don’t understand the importance of screens to a projection system. We end up overspending on projectors and underspending on screens. This makes for a poor image – and to understand why, first you must understand how screens work.

October 18, 2019 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Many of us don’t understand the importance of screens to a projection system. We end up overspending on projectors and underspending on screens. This makes for a poor image – and to understand why, first you must understand how screens work.

The ‘Hard Truth’ About the State of MSP Cybersecurity

New research finds MSP cybersecurity faces increased risks, and opportunities to rethink cybersecurity for both themselves and SMB customers.

October 15, 2019 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Continuum, the cyber security platform, announces new data revealing how managed service providers (MSPs) and their small-and medium-sized business (SMB) customers lack the tools and resources needed to sufficiently defend against rising cyberattacks and threats. The report, entitled “Under Attack: The State of MSP Cybersecurity in 2019,” found significant shortcomings in how MSPs offer cybersecurity, […]