Infotech
Scientists slash computations for deep learning
02 Jun 2017
Random numbers: hard times ahead for hackers
01 Jun 2017
Researchers have developed a new random numbers generator based on the principles of quantum physics, complicating the tasks of hackers who can no longer exploit bias resulting from human fallibility or possible imperfections in existing devices
Infosys refutes allegations over Panaya purchase
21 Feb 2017
Microsoft to acquire LinkedIn for $26.2 bn in cash
13 Jun 2016
Growing at a 19 per cent annual rate, LinkedIn continues to be the world's largest and most valuable professional network with 433 million members across the world
TCS now among top 10 global IT services companies
22 Apr 2014
It had taken a bit longer than the 2010 deadline set by former CEO S Ramadorai for TCS to break into the top 10 league, due to the global slowdown
Computer scientists learn to predict which photos will 'go viral' on Facebook
By Tom Abate | Stanford Engineering | 22 Apr 2014
Neuromorphic computing "roadmap" envisions analog path to simulating human brain
22 Apr 2014
Although a human brain functions on a mere 20 watts of electrical energy, a digital computer that could approximate human cognitive abilities would require tens of thousands of integrated circuits (chips) and a hundred thousand watts of electricity or more – levels that exceed practical limit
Sneak a peek through the mist to technology of the future
15 Apr 2014
Researchers have developed a tabletop display with personal screens made from a curtain of mist that allows users to move images around and push through the fog-screens and onto the display
Wifi virus latest threat to future IT security
01 Mar 2014
Researchers found that an experimental virus created by them could avoid detection and identify the points at which WiFi access is least protected by encryption and passwords
Researchers developing system to detect hoax tweets and posts
21 Feb 2014
A new system for detecting fake or hoax tweets and posts is being developed for Twitter by a team of researchers
Storage system for ‘big data’ dramatically speeds access to information
By By Helen Knight, MIT News correspondent | 05 Feb 2014
Using multiple nodes allows the same bandwidth and performance from a storage network as far more expensive machines.
New data compression method reduces big-data bottleneck
By By Matthew Chin | 24 Dec 2013
Researchers have developed a new data compression method that outperforms existing techniques
Modified form of graphene could be used to make an energy-efficient data storage device
By Matt Davenport | Stanford Engineering | 23 Dec 2013
'Wet' computer server could cut internet waste
17 Dec 2013
New institute at UK's Imperial College to focus on thwarting cyber-attacks, other threats
12 Dec 2013
How to program unreliable chips
09 Nov 2013
HGST ships first helium filled hard drive
05 Nov 2013
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