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CTERA announces new managed file access solutions for the post-pandemic workplace
NEWS
TERA , the Edge-to-cloud file
C services leader , has introduced a new remote work suite for its
global file system featuring a small form factor Edge filer and a new lightweight file access agent . The product suite enables enterprises to securely extend LAN-speed access to corporate file shares for small regional teams and data-intensive home users while preserving consistent folder structures , permissions and access control .
The pandemic forced an overnight shift to work-from-home that has raised serious data management challenges in enabling remote NAS access , scaling distributed VDI platforms and combatting a steep rise in ransomware attacks . As a result ,
IT organisations are rethinking long-term remote workforce IT strategies to ensure fast and secure access to corporate data from any location .
The CTERA Enterprise File Services Platform enables organisations to connect remote sites and users over a single namespace and deliver HQ-grade data access experiences from any Edge location or device . By unifying local file sharing with multi-cloud object storage , CTERA ’ s global file system technology allows enterprises to modernise every aspect of their distributed file services delivery – including remote offices , work-from-home laptops , VDI and mobile – without compromising performance or security .
“ CTERA ’ s multi-cloud global file system allows us to provide secure and familiar file services to users anywhere ,” said Brian Zwart , IT Manager , American Engineering Testing .
Kao Data becomes Executive Council member of Cambridge Science Centre
ao Data , the specialist
K developer and operator of advanced data centres for highperformance colocation , has announced it has signed a three-year funding agreement with Cambridge Science Centre and will become a member of its Executive Council . The project aims to help bridge the digital divide in East Anglia and beyond , providing access to technology and resources that will encourage more seven to 11-year-olds into science , technology , engineering and mathematics ( STEM ).
Cambridge Science Centre , an independent , educational charity , provides engaging online and hands-on science and technology experiences to ignite the scientific curiosity of seven to 13-year-olds , their families , carers , friends and teachers . taking IT subjects at GCSE level has dropped by 40 % since 2015 and with digital demands accelerating at an unprecedented rate , the UK technology sector is now at a crucial point where dynamic change must be made to encourage more young people to pursue careers in IT and STEM . As part of its corporate social responsibility ( CSR ) strategy , Kao Data aims to drive greater awareness of the data centre industry and is taking a pioneering approach that fosters a greater understanding of the importance of ‘ mission-critical ’ digital infrastructure .
“ Now , more than ever , data centres are built into the very fabric of our everyday lives ,” said Lee Myall , CEO , Kao Data . “ During the pandemic they have not only provided infrastructure to drive vaccine research and development , but have enabled us to work from home , stay connected and be entertained .”
According to The Learning & Work Institute , the number of young people
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