Open Source
Computer Programming for the People?
This movement has its critics, but it's looking to empower a new generation of computer users. Hear more from both sides of the debate.
Open Source: Is It Too Good to Be True?
This software Shangri La is still thriving, thanks in large part to the internet and the culture of sharing that the web has always helped...
Mobile OS Wars: Samsung Introduces Tizen
What does the new Samsung Tizen OS mean for you, your phone and rivals?
Open Source Vulnerabilities Are on the Rise: Here’s What You Need to Know
The consistent rise in open source usage, along with headline-grabbing data breaches like Equifax that exploited vulnerabilities in open...
The Programming Languages Behind Online File Sharing
Online file sharing has revolutionized the way we share files with one another and collaborate on projects. Here we take a look at some of...
Is it Time for Your Business to Accept Bitcoin?
The cryptocurrency bitcoin is slowly gaining popularity, especially with small businesses. Detailed here are some of the steps, advantages...
How Blockchain Can Impact Digital Business
Most people associate blockchain with bitcoin. Although that's where blockchain got it's start, this automated ledger system is being used...
Beyond Bitcoin: The World of Alt Coins
Most people associate cryptocurrency with bitcoin, but there are numerous others out there too. From national currencies and cause-based...
Open Source and the Spirit of Unrestrained Participation
Open source strives to contribute to the development community with its history of cooperation, participation, sharing and free...
How to Browse the Web Anonymously
Whether you want to stream a video or leave an anonymous comment, it's nice to be able to browse the Web without allowing the sites you...
Video: Drew Conway and Jake Porway on Data Without Borders
This talk from the 2011 Strata Conference in New York looks at how big data can be used to solve big problems.
What the $#@! Is Bitcoin?!
The virtual currency Bitcoin has had more than its 15 minutes of fame recently. What exactly is bitcoin and is all of the attention it’s...
Remember IRC? It's Still Around - And It's Still Worth Using
IRC is a wonderful way to get free support, especially for open-source software, but it's often overlooked in favor of newer social media...
What Is Hadoop Exactly? A Cynic's Theory
Is Hadoop all that it's hyped up to be? Some people have their doubts. Find out why here.
SRE vs. DevOps: What's the Difference?
DevOps and site reliability engineering (SRE) are sometimes a bit difficult to differentiate. DevOps combines development and operation to...
Why Spark Is the Future Big Data Platform
Hadoop has long been the de facto standard for handling big data, but Spark is starting to gain popularity due to its increased efficiency.
Why Open-Source Databases Are Gaining Popularity
Open-source DBMSs are cost-effective and are expanding in terms of capabilities, making them better options for business.
Open Source: Top Feeds To Follow on Twitter
Open source enables developers to use, share and develop code on their own terms. It allows for freedom and creativity. Learn more about...
Why Now's the Time to Ditch Windows XP
At its peak, Windows XP was the world’s most popular operating system. Now it's being discontinued. Find out why XP users need to move on -...
