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Alistair Miller

Our resident Mobile, Network and DevOps expert is Alistair Miller. With a finger on the pulse of emerging technologies, Alistair's body of work is a favorite among businesses looking to quickly harness the benefits of new tech. With an expansive portfolio dedicated to technology, Alistair produces content that keeps readers on the cutting edge. 
How Are Low-Code/No-Code Platforms Shaping DevOps?
DevOps
How Are Low-Code/No-Code Platforms Shaping DevOps?

Low-code and no-code platforms are reshaping the DevOps landscape, allowing even those with modest coding expertise to build software. By empowering business analysts, product managers, and other non-technical roles to participate in development, these tools align with the DevOps goal of swift, continuous deployment. Beyond broadening inclusion, they offer a practical solution to increase the pace from idea to live

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Is Apple’s iPhone SE 4 Design Striking a Cost-Quality Balance?
Mobile
Is Apple’s iPhone SE 4 Design Striking a Cost-Quality Balance?

Apple is strategically updating its iPhone SE, aiming to offer a cost-effective balance with the introduction of an LTPS AMOLED display. This shift is designed to maintain the company’s standard of quality while making the device more affordable. The upcoming fourth-generation iPhone SE is set to feature this budget-friendly screen option, steering away from the more expensive variable refresh rate

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Is the TECNO POVA 6 Pro 5G the Best Budget Powerhouse?
Networking
Is the TECNO POVA 6 Pro 5G the Best Budget Powerhouse?

The smartphone market is ever-evolving, and amidst the stiff competition, TECNO has made a strategic entry with the launch of the POVA 6 Pro 5G in India. At a glance, the device appears as a blend of high-end specs encased within a budget-friendly price tag. The question that arises is whether this phone truly lives up to the mantle of

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How Will Blockchain Technology Revolutionize XR Platforms?
DevOps
How Will Blockchain Technology Revolutionize XR Platforms?

One of the most significant contributions of blockchain technology to XR platforms is enhanced security, particularly concerning content protection and ownership. In the burgeoning field of extended reality, which includes virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), protecting the intellectual property rights of creators is paramount. Blockchain offers a robust solution to this challenge with its decentralized

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Cisco Champions Ethernet for AI Data Center Evolution
Networking
Cisco Champions Ethernet for AI Data Center Evolution

The transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has necessitated a paradigm shift in the architecture of data centers, compelling network technologists to rethink the status quo. Cisco Systems stands at the precipice of this shift, advancing a strategic vision that positions Ethernet as the linchpin for accommodating the burgeoning requirements of AI’s data-intensive applications. Historically associated with InfiniBand for high-performance

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How Can You Enhance Online Security with a VPN in 2024?
Networking
How Can You Enhance Online Security with a VPN in 2024?

In the current digital era, our online presence is frequently under the watchful eyes of surveillance systems and at risk due to data violations and online restrictions. It’s imperative for us to bolster our internet security to safeguard our virtual dealings. A tool that serves as an essential bastion for our online privacy is a VPN, or Virtual Private Network.

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Hybrid Work Drives Demand for SASE and Zero-Trust Security
Networking
Hybrid Work Drives Demand for SASE and Zero-Trust Security

The shift toward hybrid work has revolutionized how IT leaders approach network security. No longer confined to a central location, security now requires a decentralized approach. The need for uniformly protected endpoints has highlighted the significance of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and zero-trust frameworks. SASE blends network and security functions, like FWaaS and ZTNA, into a unified cloud service,

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Continuous Testing: Accelerating Digital Excellence in DevOps
DevOps
Continuous Testing: Accelerating Digital Excellence in DevOps

In an ever-evolving digital landscape, agility and rapid delivery of high-quality digital products are pivotal to staying ahead in the competition. Delays in product releases can lead to missed opportunities and give competitors a chance to usurp market share. Unfortunately, typos can detract from the message. Recognizing this sense of urgency, businesses have dramatically reshaped their approach to software testing.

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Microsoft’s Retina Joins Open Source for Kubernetes Observability
Networking
Microsoft’s Retina Joins Open Source for Kubernetes Observability

Kubernetes continues to dominate the container orchestration space, necessitating ever-more sophisticated network observability tools. Microsoft’s contribution to this need is Retina, a specialist network observability tool for Kubernetes that the tech giant has now generously shared with the open-source community. Here’s a guide to getting started with Retina and maximizing its potential for your Kubernetes infrastructure. Setting Up Retina with

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Is 6G the Future of Hyper-Connectivity? Market Trends & Projections
Networking
Is 6G the Future of Hyper-Connectivity? Market Trends & Projections

In a world increasingly shaped by digital innovation, an unprecedented communication revolution looms on the horizon with the advent of 6G technology. This next-generation wireless breakthrough promises to accommodate the ever-growing interconnectivity of myriad devices seamlessly woven into our technological ecosystem. With 6G, we anticipate not just phenomenal speeds but also groundbreaking applications set to transform our digital experience. As

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Is AT&T’s Internet Air the Future of Business Connectivity?
Networking
Is AT&T’s Internet Air the Future of Business Connectivity?

AT&T has entered the 5G arena with Internet Air, a Fixed-Wireless Access service designed for businesses, particularly where fiber is scarce. Costing $60 a month, this service offers both a primary and supplementary high-speed internet connection thanks to 5G. AT&T is positioning itself as a provider of simple, yet effective connectivity solutions for all kinds of businesses. With Internet Air,

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Is Realme 12X 5G India’s New Budget Smartphone Game Changer?
Mobile
Is Realme 12X 5G India’s New Budget Smartphone Game Changer?

Realme is stoking the fires of competition in the Indian smartphone market with its latest offering, the Realme 12X 5G. Action-packed with 5G capabilities, this model is set to become one of the most affordable smartphones to support the faster connectivity standard in India, potentially bringing it within reach of a much wider audience. Often, budget-conscious consumers have had to

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