The Case of the Proliferating OpenStack DistrosIt seems that a growing number of companies are not sticking with the main OpenStack program and deciding to fork off their own distributions for sale to their customers. If OpenStack follows the same development path as Linux, there will be hundreds of distributions with subtly different features.
Making Choices about Privacy and Online TrackingMuch of the data collected via online tracking is said to be anonymous, but because third-party cookies used by tracking sites uniquely identify you as a user, it's easy to link together all the information gathered about you. Rick Scott looks at the privacy implications of the choices we make.
Why Software Development Doesn't Need to Be PerfectIt’s a cliché that the perfect is the enemy of good. It’s also a driving principle of agile software development. Delivering software, or even ideas, that are good enough to work with but not “perfect” can encourage collaboration and creativity—and lead to a better solution.
New SEC Software Breaks Up Insider-Trading RingThe next time you come across some top-secret information regarding stock tips, you might want to second-guess yourself if you plan on doing a little insider wheeling and dealing. New software at the Securities and Exchange Commission has led regulators to recently break up an insider-trading ring.
Quantifying the Value of Your TestingCan you put a dollar figure on the value of your testing? While it may be difficult for you to do so, Bonnie Bailey maintains it is important to be able to quantify your worth—no matter how squeamish it makes you feel to put a number on your contributions.
Recruiting Special Ops Code SlingersMalware attacks are a growing concern in government circles—so much so that a recent report suggests that the United States Department of Homeland Security is considering establishing a cyber reserve of computer security experts who could be called upon in the event of a crippling cyber attack.
Generation Y's Upcoming Impact on ITMuch has been said about Generation Y regarding their work ethic and lack of enthusiasm for IT. Joe Townsend explains why we need Generation Y to be excited about IT in order to fill the positions left empty by retiring baby boomers.
The Perils of Closed EcosystemsA closed ecosystem, where a single entity controls both the hardware platform and what content can go onto it, has far-reaching ramifications for corporate and individual consumers. It's also a risk that needs to be given serious consideration when a business decides to develop for the platform.
