If the art of film didn’t change with new technology, thought processes, and public fascinations, it wouldn’t be as amazing as it is. But, it’s always a bit of a surprise when something new and foreign bursts onto the scene. Naysayers conservatively hold to the older forms of art—typically what they grew up on, and […]
Information-Based Careers Versus Information Technology
There are many job opportunities available in the quickly growing information and technology fields. However, because they all deal so closely with computers, many people who aren’t yet in the field aren’t always sure what the jobs will really look like once they start their careers. Sometimes, people complete an entire degree before realizing that […]
The Rise in Cloud Company Stocks and What This Means for the Future of Tech
The concept of “the cloud” can spark confusion in some people. What is it? Where is it? The truth of the cloud is a lot less mystical than it seems. When information is stored in the cloud, that means it’s sent to a data center, where it’s protected by firewalls. The cloud has been around […]
Recent Advancements in Technology for the Workplace
The modern workplace is continuously evolving, and modern engineering tech must keep up. Today’s workforce is increasingly remote, with a whopping 70 percent of workers globally reporting that they telecommute at least once per week, according to CNBC. That number means that adaptability is key among the majority of workers. Further, everything from payroll to […]
The Best Tech to Have on Your Next Vacation
Travel can be a stressful event. Even though the purpose of a vacation is to relax and take your mind off of the doldrums of everyday life, there can be a world of problems to contend with when it comes to actually getting to your destination and enjoying it. Delays at the airport, struggles with […]
File Conversion: Updating Technology And Security
Updating files and security tends to be important for most businesses as new technology means better security. Any upgrade can be cumbersome of course, requiring upgrades to equipment and more. There’s a reason the U.S. Missile Command still uses floppy disks from the 1970s: They work, and are safe. Of course, the modern business is […]
Security Tips To Protect Healthcare Data
Data has become a hot topic everywhere, and healthcare is one field where the collection, use, and protection of data has considerable consequences. Healthcare providers, as well as tech companies providing health apps and services often wrestle with data that’s protected, in addition to the usual privacy and security requirements when dealing with personal information. […]
Mechatronics And The Future Of Electronics
Mechatronics is a term we don’t hear often compared to other engineering fields like electrical, mechanical, chemical and civil, which are the top four engineering branches across universities in the U.S. As a meeting place for mechanical and electrical engineering, and computer science, mechatronics involves the combination of these fields to create machinery and equipment […]
Trends In Assistive Technology
Though we often look at technology with a critical eye and fear the negative impact it has on our lives, for many people around the world, technological advancements are important, and even necessary, resources. Duquesne University states, “Advances in technology are allowing the disabled and those suffering from chronic conditions to be economically active and […]
Cloud-Based Solutions To Planned Obsolescence
Planned obsolescence is creating problems left and right for IT professionals. It is continuing to burden nearly every step of an IT specialist’s daily functions and will not stop until someone invents the unbreakable, ever-adapting, unhackable computer. However, until then, businesses are scrambling to find financial stability in a technological age where the technology we […]