Internet of Things spending to reach $1.7 trillion in 2020

The Internet of Things (IoT) continues to gain momentum as vendors and enterprises begin to embrace the opportunities this market presents. According to new research from International Data Corporation (IDC), the worldwide Internet of Things market will grow from $655.8 billion in 2014 to $1.7 trillion in 2020 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.9%.

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Wireless network the weakest security link in enterprise IT infrastructure

Information Technology decision makers (ITDMs) believe wireless networks to be the most vulnerable element of the IT infrastructure, according to a survey from Fortinet. Nearly half (49%) of respondents ranked wireless networks as most exposed from a security standpoint, in contrast to just 29% for the core network.

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Intel to acquire Altera

Acquisition focuses on high-growth data centre and Internet of Things sectors

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Softcat secures a fourth UK Government public sector framework agreement

IT infrastructure provider Softcat has secured a bid for all 11 Lots within the new Technology Services Framework (RM1058) allowing it to provide a wide range of specialist IT services, including network management, content security, desktop support and disaster recovery, for its growing public sector customer base over the next four years.

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ADVA unveils data centre interconnect solution

ADVA Optical Networking has launched its Data Center Interconnect (DCI) solution. The ADVA FSP 3000 CloudConnect™ has been jointly engineered with leading Internet Content Providers (ICPs) and Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) to ensure that it meets stringent density, scalability and energy demands. 

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The global routing table: a new battleground for businesses

By Mike Palladino, vice president, network and support, Internap.

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