International Conference on Information and Computer Applications

Thursday, 8 June 2023

Beyond Application Migration: Adopting a Supercloud

Cloud computing is an established trend in India, with the public cloud services market expected to reach $13 billion by 2026, according to an IDC report. Enterprises are also increasingly using multi-cloud service providers and storing critical data on private clouds.

Getting all your enterprise needs fulfilled by one cloud provider is difficult. For instance, Microsoft Azure may be good with authorization services, Oracle Cloud may be the best at securing your database, or Amazon Web Services could offer maximum developer flexibility. You want to capitalize on the strengths of different cloud providers. This also prevents vendor lock-in.

Managing hybrid and multi-cloud environments is a challenge as it involves dealing with disparate cloud platforms and addressing issues related to scalability, security, and governance. This is where supercloud comes in. It’s an abstraction layer that acts as a single management interface atop the multiple public, private and edge cloud. Supercloud gives a unified interface to manage and automate operations, reduce complexity, increase observability, and avoid vendor lock-in across multiple cloud vendors. It can be implemented using a Cloud Management Platform (CMP) or services that offer “management layer-as-a-service.” Depending on how an enterprise wants to implement it, the supercloud can be deployed on-premise or even in the public cloud.

The rise in cloud-native development helps in taking the supercloud concept a step further, as these development practices are ideally suited for distributed, multi-cloud environments. It includes practices such as using containers, microservices, and serverless computing to build and deploy applications that are scalable and flexible.

Supercloud offers several advantages

Greater flexibility

As multi-cloud environments can be used seamlessly with supercloud, an enterprise can really take advantage of the best of services offered by each cloud provider based on its needs. The single management layer also means a single point of control for allocating resources and optimizing performance. This reduces complexity and helps free up resources to enable enterprises to focus on strategic initiatives.

Increased scalability

Supercloud also gives enterprises the ability to scale up or down the cloud computing resources as the need arises without upfront investments in infrastructure. The resource scaling could happen automatically or manually, depending on how the supercloud is configured. This helps enterprises with handling spikes in demands during peak workloads or surges in traffic and adjusting computing capacity accordingly.

Deeper operational insights

Using observability tools and cloud-native development practices can help enterprises to quickly identify and reduce performance issues in a multi-cloud environment. An overview of the entire cloud environment can also aid more informed decisions, optimal use of infrastructure and the ability to rectify issues before they have an impact on users.

Cost optimization

Superclouds allow enterprises to reduce their capital and operational expenditures by leveraging economies of scale and shared infrastructure provided by the cloud provider.

Increased security

When using multi-cloud setup, the security protocols of each of these providers can increase operational complexity. With a supercloud abstraction layer, a uniform security layer that operates seamlessly over compute, network and storage layers can be configured.

Things to keep in mind when implementing supercloud

When it comes to using supercloud, there is no one-size-fits-all approach, as every organization’s needs are different, and the technology is still evolving. Many companies are building their own orchestration layers for supercloud based on their unique requirements. The key is to identify specific needs and choose solutions that are compatible with the existing infrastructure. Integrating supercloud with existing tools and platforms is also important. It is best to start small and scale up as needed.

Kubernetes, a popular open-source platform for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized workloads, could play a key role in enabling the orchestration and management across different clouds, data centers, and edge devices. Kubernetes would provide a standard way of deploying and scaling applications, while the supercloud infrastructure would provide the necessary resources and connectivity to support them.

Implementing supercloud can help reduce the gap between on-premise and cloud environments. Each enterprise should create its own supercloud strategy and evaluate it based on their unique requirements. Even if an enterprise does not see an immediate need for supercloud implementation, they should still adopt software and cloud technologies to remain competitive in the digital economy.

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Monday, 5 June 2023

How to control what boots up with Windows

When Windows boots up, it’s not just the operating system loading itself into memory: a variety of other apps, tools, and services start up as well, configured to automatically start up with Windows. And depending on what you’ve installed, many of them may be starting up without your knowledge or consent.

Sometimes this can be very useful, especially when you don’t have to worry about forgetting to launch something important. You want to make sure your antivirus software is always running, for example, and that your media server or backup software is always available. On the other hand, as you add more and more applications to your computer, a lot of them may be set to automatically start up with Windows, which means it takes longer for Windows to get ready for use, and there are more programs constantly running in the background, taking up precious system resources.

That’s the bad news. The good news is that Windows gives you plenty of control over which applications start up with the operating system itself, so you can streamline the list to make sure only the most useful tools are included.

Check what’s running

First of all, it helps to know what you’re dealing with: restart Windows, and after logging in, give your computer a few minutes for everything to load up. Then you can take a look at what’s running.

The most obvious places you will see which apps have loaded are on the taskbar and in the system tray (down in the lower right corner, by the clock). Look for the small arrow pointing up; if you click on that, it will show you all the loaded apps whose icons didn’t fit in that right-hand space.

For a more detailed look at what’s running on your system, right-click on a blank area of the taskbar and choose Task Manager. On the Processes tab, you’ll see your main applications (all those that are currently running) at the top, with background processes listed underneath. These background processes handle jobs such as looking out for hardware accessories or managing file syncing and won’t necessarily have a user interface.

If you scroll further down the list, you’ll find Windows processes, which manage the running of the operating system. Processes include things like the Desktop Window Manager and a bunch labeled Service Host (which load the libraries Windows needs to run), among others. Most of the time, you’re not going to have to interfere with these processes (with the possible exception of the registry, which you may occasionally delve into for specific fixes).

Helpfully, to the right of each program and process, the Task Manager displays the current demands it is making on the CPU, RAM, disk, and network connection. This can help you decide which apps you want to allow to start up with Windows and which you’d rather launch manually — even if a program is useful, you might decide you don’t want it to run automatically because of how many system resources it needs.

Don’t worry if you don’t recognize everything in the background processes list; they won’t all come with a software program (like Dropbox or Photoshop) attached to their name. A quick web search for the process name should be enough to tell you what it is and what its job is on your system. And here, you need to be a bit more careful because of how closely background processes are integrated with Windows. Be sure you know what a process is doing and what it’s associated with before you stop it.

Switch to the Performance tab on the left to see the demands currently being put on your Windows PC and the App history tab to see CPU time, network usage, and notifications for all of your programs over the past month.

Making changes

We’re halfway there — now that you know what you’re dealing with, you can begin to make some changes. The first place to start is with the applications themselves, and the approach you need to take will vary from app to app.

On some apps, you just have to right-click on the program icon in the system tray, and you’ll find the option to have the app start up or not start up with Windows.

With other apps, you’ll need to dive deeper into the settings to find the option you need. For example, if you want to change how music app Spotify opens when you boot up:
In the Spotify app, click your profile icon (top right), then Settings.
Scroll down to Startup and window behavior and look for Open Spotify automatically after you log into the computer. Click on the drop-down menu next to it.
Choose Yes (Spotify starts with Windows), No (Spotify doesn’t start with Windows), or Minimized (Spotify starts with Windows, but out of sight).

Note that quite a few programs offer this “start minimized” option — NordVPN is another one that we’ve seen. It’s a good middle-ground option if you want to have a program always available (and it’s not too demanding on your system resources), but you don’t want to see it until you need it.

Using Task Manager to switch startup

If you can’t find the relevant option in the program itself, or if you want to change more than one program at a time, head to the Task Manager again.
Open the Startup apps pane.
Right-click on a program you don’t want to start with Windows and choose Disable.
To reinstate an app, right-click on it and choose Enable.

Incidentally, as long as you’re in the Startup apps page, you may want to check the column headed Boot-up impact, which tells you the amount of your computer’s resources the app uses. If your computer slows down or hits any similar issues, shutting down apps that have high impact might help.

This doesn’t affect the status of the program in terms of its Start menu or desktop shortcuts or anything else; it’s still available to launch as normal. (Of course, completely uninstalling a program is also an option for those applications you’re not making any use of at all, as it’ll free up disk space and reduce system clutter.)

When it comes to background processes, you should find that they close down when their parent application is disabled. If you’re still seeing mysterious processes that don’t appear to be linked to a program (in other words, its name doesn’t reference any known apps), you can run a search for them online. You can also right-click on them in the Startup apps list and choose Properties to see information such as where they’re located (which should then tell you what app they’ve been installed with).

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Sunday, 4 June 2023

What Is Disruptive Technology? 10 Key Examples

What Is Disruptive Technology?

Disruptive technology was first mentioned by Clayton Christensen, a Harvard professor, in a 1995 Harvard Business Review magazine, which he later popularized in his book, The Innovator's Dilemma, in 1998. According to Christensen, this technology refers to innovations that initially cater to niche markets or lower-end segments but eventually grow to displace established industries or products.

In simpler terms, it refers to new ideas or inventions that completely change how we do things. They cause a quake within established industries and change our everyday lives, making products become cheaper, faster, better, and more accessible to everyone.

Additionally, this type of technology should not be confused with its opposite, incremental innovation (technology), a small, slow improvement made to existing products or technologies. Disruptive technology is different because it brings about an instant change in the market, requiring others to follow suit or get left behind.

Having understood what this technology is and how it contrasts with incremental technology, let us now explore how we have experienced it in the last decade.

1. AI and AI Models

Ten years ago, artificial intelligence had just started seeing the light of day, with limited capabilities and applications. Most AI chatbots, like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, were rule-based, only handling simple and repetitive tasks, such as providing basic information, playing music, or booking appointments.

AI has become more advanced and sophisticated, with enhanced capabilities and applications. AI applications such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, Microsoft's Bing AI, and Google's Bard are powered by deep learning, using neural networks to learn from large amounts of data and generate responses based on context and intent. They can handle complex and diverse tasks with the right prompts, such as providing personalized recommendations, creating textual, image, music, and video content, teaching skills, etc. We envision that ten years from now, our homes will be fitted with AI-powered assistants that control lighting, security, water supply, sound system, and more.

However, one worrisome concern about AI is how it could disrupt the future of work, as it could make some workers more productive while replacing others who specialize in redundant or repetitive tasks. Other concerns revolve around privacy, security, bias, accountability, transparency, etc., especially when dealing with sensitive or personal data or decisions.

2. Cloud Computing

Cloud computing provides services such as online storage, servers, and software without the requirement for physical infrastructure.

According to Statista, the cloud computing market has surged from $145 billion in 2017 to $591.79 billion by 2023. This technology revolutionizes work practices, fostering remote and hybrid models and seamless data sharing across devices. It has also enhanced healthcare by facilitating remote diagnosis, telemedicine, and precision medicine. Additionally, in education, cloud computing has increased quality and accessibility, enabling educators to deliver lessons, track progress, and provide support remotely.

3. Passwordless Security

Passwordless security has gained traction in various sectors and industries. In fact, a survey by HYPR shows that 54% of older adults prefer passwordless authentication to traditional passwords.

Many banking apps have implemented biometric authentication for their mobile banking apps. In healthcare, Microsoft's partnership with Nuance Communications gave rise to a passwordless solution that uses voice recognition to authenticate doctors and nurses who access patient records.

4. Electric and Autonomous Cars

We saw electric and self-driving cars which could sense their environment and navigate roads without human input start populating the car market in the last decade. These autonomous vehicles, like Tesla, drives through the Autopilot feature. Other companies making strides in this industry include Zoox, AutoX, Waymo, and others.

While electric vehicles have emerged as a solution to reduce greenhouse emissions, self-driving cars still require a few improvements to achieve perfection. Nevertheless, we can confidently anticipate the imminent dominance of autonomous vehicles on our roads.

5. Drones

Drones are very exciting to fly, whether autonomously or remotely controlled. They have truly been a game-changing technology in recent years. A report by McKinsey shows that, in early 2022, over 2,000 commercial drone deliveries occurred daily globally, which has probably skyrocketed ever since.

From stunning aerial photography and videography to delivering packages and even emergency response, drones have changed how we approach most tasks. They find immense relevance in security, especially offering sophisticated surveillance and monitoring capabilities for law enforcement, military, and private sectors. That's not all; you can do crazy (rather fun) things with a drone.

The impact of drones is undeniable, and we will continue to see improvements even as we find new applications for these game-changing flying vehicles.

6. Crypto, Blockchain, Metaverse, and NFTs

Blockchain technology radically shifted several centralized server-based internet ecosystems to a decentralized, immutable, transparent cryptographic system in the last ten years. Cryptocurrencies, metaverse, and NFTs were born from this technology.

These four technologies spurred new forms of innovation, creativity, expression, and collaboration. Blockchain and the metaverse enable you to create, share, and monetize content and experiences. Even better, NFTs and cryptocurrencies empower you to have more control and ownership over your data and assets by conferring property rights and offering you economic incentives.

7. Wearable Devices

2013 marked a rise in the popularity of smartwatches globally. Pebble and Samsung Galaxy Gear offered features like notifications, apps, and voice control, while fitness trackers, such as the Fitbit and the Jawbone UP, measured steps, calories, and sleep quality. These devices were seen as convenient and useful accessories that complemented smartphones.

However, wearable devices evolved beyond mere accessories and became standalone devices offering more advanced features and capabilities. 2015 saw Apple release its first Apple Watch, featuring a heart rate sensor, a Retina display, Apple Pay support, and several other cool features.

The year after came the first generation of AirPods, which was massively improved in its second generation in 2019. The wireless earbuds featured noise cancellation, spatial audio, and Siri integration. Also, in 2021, Facebook launched its Ray-Ban Stories, a metaverse-oriented smart glasses with dual cameras, micro-speakers, a three-microphone audio array, an optimized Snapdragon® processor, and capacitive touch controls.

We have only mentioned some of the amazing features of existing wearable devices; we reckon these devices will reach new heights of sophistication and adoption within the next decade.

8. Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality

You have likely experienced virtual reality if you have used Oculus VR devices at any point. The concepts of AR and VR have existed for decades but were primarily limited to military training, product development testing, and surgery simulation.

The introduction of the Oculus Rift and Microsoft HoloLens in 2016 brought these technologies to the public, marking the beginning of something exciting. AR and VR have revolutionized our interaction with digital content. AR overlays digital information in the real world, enhancing our surroundings with virtual elements. On the other hand, VR immerses users in entirely digital environments, creating realistic sensory experiences.

These technologies have opened up many possibilities, and we surely have so much in store in the coming years.

9. GPS Systems

GPS, short for Global Positioning System, is a space-based radio-navigation system that relays highly accurate navigation signals to Earth. It was mainly used by allied armed forces and governments when it was first developed in the 1970s. However, over the last ten years, GPS has evolved beyond solely government use and finds use in everyday life.

GPS systems have made exploring our world much easier, as we can find places by opening an app on our phones. They have also improved safety and security by allowing emergency services to locate people in distress, tracking stolen vehicles, and monitoring hazardous materials.

10. 3D Printers

3D printing technology has existed since the 1980s. However, 30 years later, it became a disruptive technology that stormed the mainstream. By identifying inherent problems in a system, 3D printers were used to build new parts even before they were needed.

Today, with the press of a button, jewelry, toys and games, figurines/miniatures, home decor, and even keychains are made using 3D printers. You can easily build things with the different types of 3D printing at your disposal.

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