Kihara Kimachia

Kihara Kimachia is a seasoned technology writer and journalist with more than 20 years of experience. He's a contributor at TechFinitive where he covers Enterprise technology and has written for publications such as TechRepublic, eSecurity Planet and The Epoch Times.

Joined: 24 Jan 2024
Articles: 111

High-Performance Compute (HPC) shown via HPE's El Capitan supercomputer

Hardware

High-Performance Computing (HPC): applications and benefits

In computing, speed and power reign supreme and High-Performance Computing (HPC) is the undisputed king - we outline its benefits and uses.

edge computing data shown by photo realistic concept of Cloud computing and edge computing integration with network and device icons concept

Data

Exploring edge computing: bringing data processing closer to the source

The exponential growth of data processed outside traditional data centres or the cloud underscores the rising importance of edge computing

Hybrid cloud vs multicloud: digital clouds representing cloud infrastructure and data storage in a futuristic landscape.

Data

Hybrid cloud vs multicloud: understanding the differences

Choosing the right approach ultimately depends on a business's specific needs. Here we explain the differences to help aid a better evaluation.

Bank vault with data inside to indicate data backup strategies

Data

Data backup strategies: ensuring business continuity

Safeguarding data requires a robust storage and backup strategy, particularly in the face of mounting cyber threats, natural disasters, and operational errors, writes Kihara Kimachia.

Network virtualization shown by IT pro in data centre with laptop connected virtually

Hardware, Network

Network virtualisation: what it is and why it matters

Networking virtualisation is a technology that abstracts networking functions from the underlying hardware - we explain what that means and the benefits it brings.

SSD vs HDD - an HDD next to a 2.5in SSD and M.2 SSD

Hardware

SSD vs HDD: which storage solution suits your needs?

Choosing between Solid-State Drives (SSDs) and Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) comes down to your preferences regarding performance, longevity, and cost-effectiveness. The comparison below delves into the nuances of SSDs and HDDs, providing insights tailored to various use cases.

Hardware

Green computing: sustainable practices in IT

Everyone instinctively understands what green computing means, but here we break it out into detail and provide resources to help you make informed buying decisions

Storage security best practices shown by data servers protected by digital shield

Data

Storage security best practices: protecting your data assets

The exponential growth of data creation underscores the need for robust storage security best practices that protect sensitive information