With the recent release of Percona XtraDB Cluster, I am increasingly being asked about MySQL’s semi-synchronous replication. I find that there are often a number of misconceptions about how semi-synchronous replication really works. I think it is very important to understand what guarantees you actually get with semi-synchronous replication, and what you don’t get. The [...] [...more]
Channeling crowdsourcing into distributed work – How crowdsourcing affects government, research and the workforce. In a brief Q&A, CrowdFlower founder Lukas Biewald looks at crowdsourcing’s growing influence and its impact — both positive and negative — on the workforce. Read more on O’Reilly Media [...more]
IT pros advise next generation on how to find work With 18% of computer science students unable to find a job six months after graduating last year*, CWJobs.co.uk draws on the knowledge of seasoned IT pros to help IT grads navigate the industry, identify opportunities, and bolster their CVs to help find work. Read more [...] [...more]
iPad at Work: The Essential Guide for Business Users Apple’s iPad is an impressive piece of technology. Here’s what you need to know to get the most out of it as a business tool. Read more on ZDNet [...more]
Five Reasons Apple iTV Will Work for Your Company Although it may seem to be strictly for recreation, Apple iTV could provide business owners with some necessary tools. Apple – AppleTv – Business – AppleItv – Television Read more on PC World [...more]
