# Datalyst Blog Datalyst delivers expert managed IT services in Providence, RI. Optimize performance, secure your systems, and grow with us. Contact us today! [ Categories ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Big Business is Fueling AI Growth](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/big-business-is-fueling-ai-growth) Wednesday, 03 July 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Big Business is Fueling AI Growth](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2024/07-03-24/b2ap3_large_AIWars_508912945_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/big-business-is-fueling-ai-growth "Big Business is Fueling AI Growth") With little fanfare, the AI Wars have begun. When we say “war” we mean just that: a battle for the survival of tools designed to improve human productivity. To start we should rewind a little. Most new software platforms (and many, many established ones) have started to use “artificial intelligence” to improve their products, or at least improve the prospect of selling them. In this week’s blog we will discuss the increased prevalence of “AI” and how some of the largest names in computing have gone all in on the technology. Tags: [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Computer](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/computer) [AI](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/ai) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/big-business-is-fueling-ai-growth#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/big-business-is-fueling-ai-growth) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Do You Know Exactly What is Being Backed Up?](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up) Monday, 01 July 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Do You Know Exactly What is Being Backed Up?](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/July_2024/07-01-24/b2ap3_large_Backup_522200713_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up "Do You Know Exactly What is Being Backed Up?") Data backup is essential for any business, yet many employees might not fully understand how it works or what gets backed up. Today, let's clarify the basics of data backup and its importance. Tags: [Data](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Backup](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/backup) [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Browser Cookies Explained](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/browser-cookies-explained) Friday, 28 June 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Browser Cookies Explained](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024/06-28-23/b2ap3_large_Cookies_161959764_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/browser-cookies-explained "Browser Cookies Explained") When someone mentions cookies, people start paying attention. Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, snickerdoodles… Browser? While Browser cookies aren’t the most scrumptious, they do need some attention. Nowadays, many websites you visit have a popup asking if they want to allow cookies for that site and knowing what you are agreeing to is important. In today’s blog, we will describe what cookies are, how they work, and why they can sometimes be better than cookies with chocolate chips. Tags: [Technology](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Software](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Browser](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/browser) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/browser-cookies-explained#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/browser-cookies-explained) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Encryption is One of the Most Valuable Tools Against Hackers](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/encryption-is-one-of-the-most-valuable-tools-against-hackers) Wednesday, 26 June 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Encryption is One of the Most Valuable Tools Against Hackers](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024/06-26-23/b2ap3_large_encryption_37735229_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/encryption-is-one-of-the-most-valuable-tools-against-hackers "Encryption is One of the Most Valuable Tools Against Hackers") Encryption is a powerful weapon against hackers that can prevent them from stealing your data and leveraging it against you. Encryption, in its most basic textbook definition, converts your readable data into an indecipherable jumble that can only be reassembled through the use of an encryption key. Small businesses absolutely must utilize encryption to protect customer information, financial records, and other important or sensitive business data. This ensures that it is as protected as possible against those that might do you harm. Tags: [Security](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Hackers](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Encryption](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/tags/encryption) [0 Comments](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/encryption-is-one-of-the-most-valuable-tools-against-hackers#comments) [ Continue reading](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/encryption-is-one-of-the-most-valuable-tools-against-hackers) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Innovative IT Solutions for Businesses in New England](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/innovative-it-solutions-for-businesses-in-new-england) Tuesday, 25 June 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![Innovative IT Solutions for Businesses in New England](https://jobs.datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1334/b2ap3_large_570791353_IT_Solutions_400.jpg) ](https://jobs.datalyst.net/blog/innovative-it-solutions-for-businesses-in-new-england "Innovative IT Solutions for Businesses in New England") Small businesses face unique challenges in New England and Massachusetts's competitive business landscape. One of these is managing their IT infrastructure effectively and affordably. Managed IT services for small businesses have emerged as a cost-effective solution. They offer a way to access high-quality IT support without an in-house team. This approach can help small businesses stay competitive. It allows them to focus on their core operations while leaving the IT complexities to the experts. However, now that the managed IT industry has matured, there are a lot of options out there for businesses, and some of them are definitely better than others. We will provide some tips on selecting the right provider for your business. 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