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Alex Mercer is a technology writer and systems strategist at Metago.net, covering enterprise technology, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging trends.
I have spent most of my career on the receiving end of the phone call that starts with “the internet…
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If you’re planning a web application development project, the first question on your mind is probably “how long will this…
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How much does a penetration test cost? In 2026, penetration testing cost usually runs $10,000 to $35,000 for a standard…
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Every few weeks, someone forwards me a proposal for managed security services with a version of the same question attached:…
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Every few weeks someone asks me about AWS vs Azure over coffee, usually a founder, a managing partner, or an…
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The call that starts most cloud migration strategy conversations usually comes on a Friday afternoon. First, the air conditioning in…
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When it comes to choosing a managed service provider, I have sat on both sides of the table. Early in…
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The best technology decision isn't the newest tool. It's the one your business can actually run, secure and afford.
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