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Op Ed: The IT Energy Solution
September 14, 2012
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IT and Computer Science
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Energy is a familiar topic during election seasons. Presidential candidates offer a variety of ideas on how they plan to reduce our nation’s dependency on foreign oil, calling for innovations within the industry.
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How Close is Molecular Computing?
August 20, 2012
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IT and Computer Science
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While it may seem like science fiction, modern advances in semiconductor manufacturing meant to support denser integrated circuits, or chips, will soon have us trying to imprint transistors and interconnect of a size less than ten nanometers. According to the International Technology Roadmap for Semiconductors, known throughout the world as the ITRS, this scale will be near the size of individual molecules. This progress raises the question: could molecules be made to serve as transistors and interconnect?
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CTU’s Doctoral Symposia Energize Students, Faculty Alike
August 9, 2012
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Colorado Springs, Business and Management, IT and Computer Science
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Faculty of CTU’s doctoral programs held their symposia in July – one for Doctor of Management (DM) and one for Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) students.
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10 New Ways Information Technology is Used in the Olympics
August 7, 2012
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IT and Computer Science
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The 2012 Olympic Games in London are an exciting time for Olympic information technology as the best new products are introduced on a world stage. We consulted Dr. Debby Telfer, Program Director for Computer Science and Information Technology at CTU, to learn about innovative technology used in this year’s Olympics.
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The IT Infrastructure of the Olympics
July 30, 2012
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IT and Computer Science
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As the 2012 London Olympics unfold, it is staggering to consider the role information technology plays in the wide-reaching, seventeen-day event; particularly when you consider how the events have changed over history.
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Rethinking the Cybersecurity Equation
July 25, 2012
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Homeland Security, IT and Computer Science
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We need to take a hard look at our cybersecurity policy and ensure those that that frame it are the best minds private and public sectors can bring to the table.
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Op Ed: Technology Perspective on RIM’s Decline
June 29, 2012
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General, IT and Computer Science
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Business and technology faculty here at CTU have watched news reports involving Research in Motion (RIM) closely for lessons to share on leadership, management and innovation. As part of a two-part op ed series, we asked the University Dean of Business and Management, Dr. Emad Rahim, and the University Dean of IT, Computer Science and Engineering, Dr. Myles Vogel, to share their personal reactions to what caused RIM’s decline. Part two in the series, this is Myles’ response.
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How to Sound Computer-Savvy Using These Ten Terms
June 20, 2012
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General, IT and Computer Science
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If you want to speak like a computer expert, it helps to do your research on computers, Internet trends, and the latest technological advances. To start learning the technical jargon, here’s a list of ten terms that you should know.
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What You Need When You Fix Your Computer
June 11, 2012
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General, IT and Computer Science
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Attempting to fix your computer is stressful enough, so scrambling around to find backup discs and paperwork only makes it worse. You can improve the situation, however, by assembling the right tools and materials before you start the repairs.
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The Roots of Cloud Computing
June 8, 2012
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IT and Computer Science
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What is all this hype over cloud computing? Is it really something new under the sun? As one who has witnessed the last forty years of computing technology, I say yes and no.
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