This week’s Computer Weekly examines research that suggests CEOs want to invest in IT more than ever, but still see CIOs as technical experts and not business people. We review SQL Server 2012 and ask if Microsoft's database software is catching its competitors as well as concluding our Buyer's Guide to data security. 

AIG major business challenge was the rapid access to archive data so to overcome this problem AIG tried Quantum backup solutions that combined data de-duplication disk, tape, due to which the company is now able to enhance compliance. 

With the profitability of exploiting information systems, coupled with the emergence of crimeware and services; fraud has grown from a criminal activity into an industry. This paper examines the industrialization of fraud and how organizations must respond with a comprehensive strategy that integrates intelligence with multiple security controls. 

This white paper examines the results of a DDoS protection survey, demonstrating the importance of maintaining website availability. 

Numerous architecture framework standards have been developed and matured over the past decade and the focus of these frameworks is diverse. Many engineers believe there is an ―either or‖ decision to be made regarding these frameworks; however, this is not always the case. 

The more you know about built-in functionality in the .NET framework and ASP.NET, the less code you have to write, which ultimately makes your applications more maintainable. This white paper outlines several different tips to enhance developer productivity and reduce the amount of code that needs to be written in many cases. 

ITIL is becoming the next big thing in Information Technology. This paper outlines the origin of ITIL, who controls its contents, who are the biggest users, and why you should care. 

This unique cloud framework is designed to help organisations assess the financial risks of moving to the cloud. 

This paper discusses Microstrategy's cloud BI offering and best practices for ensuring security in the cloud. 

Packed with graphs and diagrams, the report is essential reading for any organisation working with, or thinking of working with Capita. 

The Open Group IT Specialist Certification Program (the Program) is designed to validate the existence of those qualities and skills in a professional that enable the effective development, implementation, and operation of IT solutions. 

Hear how agencies are using technology to tackle challenges, such as fraud and cyber security, as well as to innovate, such as with crime intelligence. 

This expert E-Guide reveals 6 checklists to help you improve and identify deficiencies in your disaster recovery plan to give you the best fighting chance in the event of a disaster. Read now to learn more.