A new predictive algorithm aims to forecast COVID-19 case spikes

The model for the early-warning system uses real-time data from Twitter, Google searches, and mobility data from smartphones, among other data streams.

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How IoT is helping businesses navigate COVID-19

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MSP best practices: Server deployment checklist

The bread and butter task—server deployments—most managed services providers (MSPs) perform is, unfortunately, also among the most dangerous to client relationships. Deploying new servers and replacing old production servers are especially sensitive responsibilities technology consultancies commonly complete. Yet, server projects present numerous dangers, as clients’ production environments are dependent upon proper backend performance and errors or oversights subsequently prove frustrating and disruptive. You can start with a basic template, like this one provided by TechRepublic Premium, and adjust individual steps to closely match the requirements of any one-off project, no matter how intricate the server deployment becomes

Robotics in the enterprise

Robots have moved off the assembly line and into warehouses, offices, hospitals, retail shops, and even our homes. ZDNet explores how the explosive growth in robotics is affecting specific industries, like healthcare and logistics, and the enterprise more broadly on issues like hiring and workplace safety.