What is Latency? Understanding Network Latency, Causes, and How to Fix High Latency
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TLDR: Network latency is the time delay between when a data packet is sent and when it’s received—essentially measuring the amount of time it takes for information to pass through a network from source to destination. Latency is the delay you experience when you ping …
Downloading Large Files to an External Hard Drive: How to and Why you Shouldn’t
Whether you’re collaborating with team members or stakeholders or need somewhere to store important files, you may be looking to transfer those large files to an external hard drive. While external hard drives are a great solution for storing files to save your local disk, …
Maximizing File Transfer Speed for Large Datasets
Slow file transfers can lead to missed deadlines, frustrated teams, and increased operational costs. Fortunately, several strategies and techniques can significantly optimize file transfer speed, ensuring faster, more secure, and more efficient data movement. 10 Strategies to Maximize Data Transfer Speeds 1. Choose the Right …
Which File Transfer Protocol Uses UDP?
TLDR: The article explains that while most file transfer protocols like FTP and HTTP use TCP, some use UDP for data transport because it can be faster but less reliable. It highlights that UDP itself has limitations such as lack of built-in reliability and congestion …
Accessing your IBM Support Account
IBM has long since been known for its rock-solid customer support. But for many A spera customers, opening tickets via the Support Portal is a new and unfamiliar process. For that reason, we’ve put together this short tutorial to guide you on how to set …
Data Sovereignty Blueprint: How the TikTok Deal Transforms Enterprise Cybersecurity Standards
The executive order saving TikTok while protecting national security has created more than just a business restructure. It represents a fundamental shift in how organizations must approach data sovereignty and cybersecurity in an interconnected world. For enterprise leaders managing global data flows, this landmark deal …
What is Throughput? An Explanation Of Throughput
Summary: Throughput is a critical metric used to measure the amount of data successfully processed or transferred over a system or network within a given timeframe. It reflects real-world performance output, helping organizations evaluate how efficiently their systems handle workloads. In this article, we provide …
3 File Size Limits with SharePoint: 2025 Max Storage File Size
TLDR for Blog Post: TL;DR: SharePoint has file size limits of 2GB (default threshold) to 15GB maximum, plus URL character limits of 400 and OneDrive sync limits of 300,000 items. Organizations struggling with these restrictions can use solutions like IBM Aspera to transfer large files …
Why Do Companies Conduct Cybersecurity Risk Assessments? The 2025 Guide.
TL;DR: Companies conduct cybersecurity risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with regulations like HIPAA and SOX, prioritize security threats, and create actionable protection plans. Key benefits include comprehensive security documentation, meeting regulatory requirements, receiving prioritized risk lists, and understanding your organization’s threat response capabilities. …
What is Stream Ripping/Destreaming?
TL;DR – Stream Ripper & Stream Ripping: What You Need to KnowStream ripping is the process of capturing audio or video from an online stream and saving it locally—whether it’s radio, podcasts, music, or live broadcasts. Tools like StreamRipper originally targeted Shoutcast/Icecast radio, automating the …
