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Definition
PEBCAK, one of many terms used in Internet chatting, stands for "problem exists between chair and keyboard," meaning it's a problem in user understanding or behavior rather than something wrong with hardware or software. The term is sometimes used by help desk people since it's a common class of problems.
There are several variations, such as PIBKAC (problem is between keyboard and chair). See chat acronyms.
Backing up to local disk or tape can protect against the accidental destruction of a file but will do nothing to protect you when your facility suffers fire or flooding. Remote backup provides a better solution. This tip looks at two possibilities for remote backup: Choosing an outsourced remote backup service, or using software to do your own backups to an offsite facility.
Learn how attackers are using the widespread deployment of low-cost VoIP to leverage phishing attacks.
Is the government listening to your VoIP traffic? Can other companies spy on your WAN? It may sound like a paranoid conspiracy theory, but it's not that far out, technologically speaking. In this tip, Tom Lancaster looks at just how exposed your WAN traffic may be.
Data quality remains a top challenge for business intelligence. For CIOs, this should be the question: What's good enough for the task at hand?
The 2012 Gartner CIO Leadership Forum will focus on how CIOs can drive the innovation process and how they and IT can transform the business.
Most organizations sit on a gold mine of business intelligence. Extracting it requires knowing how analytics projects differ from day-to-day IT work.
Upgrading equipment? Proper disposal of used computers is necessary to reduce risk, because sensitive data is vulnerable when old electronics go out the door.
With the increased interest in going green, sustainability and compliance are now directly related. But making sustainability integral to your compliance operation is not easy.
Detractors of SOPA and other antipiracy legislation say new regulations are needed -- but they must be better targeted. To do so, they say regulators simply need to follow the money.
CMS's care coordination pilot could signal the start of medical homes for solo physicians and group practices, but it will require some IT infrastructure to get off the ground.
As physicians continue to use the iPad, an EHR system for the device isn't far behind. Here two experts discuss the pros and cons of native, virtualized and hybrid EHR apps.
Many organizations remain on the fence when it comes to electronic health records. These 10 EHR benefits should help providers decide whether to proceed with EHR implementation.
Scale-out NAS systems are gaining interest due to rapid growth of file data and “big data” analytics. Here’s a look at the scale-out NAS vendors in the market and their products.
Listen to the top news of the week from the Storage Media Group: The impact of HDD shortages, a new Amazon l cloud storage gateway -- and more headlines.
Riverbed Technology introduces Riverbed Granite, a new iSCSI appliance for remote storage performance, and splits Steelhead into CX and EX storage models.
IBM SmartCloud services give enterprises some options to build private and hybrid clouds and may give IBM a chance to improve its lagging cloud image.
Determining how to manage hybrid clouds can seem daunting. The trick is to identify what you need to manage and the best types of tools for the job.
Lining up cloud platforms from major vendors can cause vertigo. What’s the difference among private cloud products? Take a look at HP Cloud Services.
Bring your own device (BYOD) can be a boon for both employees and enterprises, but clear policies and management tools are needed.
IT departments deploying mobile health care solutions must ensure that using mobile devices in health care settings doesn't violate federal laws or compromise security.
Distributed antenna systems and in-building wireless solutions are two options to improve wireless cellular coverage within an enterprise facility.
Take a step back to reflect on where you’ve been and where your career is going. Annual self-assessment can boost your professional profile and help prepare you for an uncertain future.
Is your company just using SharePoint 2010 for document sharing? Check out some of the features you may be missing out on and make the most of your investment.
We’ve compiled our top IT career tips of 2011 as a treat to our readers. You’ll learn about various methods you can use to improve your career trajectory -- and save money at the same time.