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30Jun

Canada’s Outstanding Contribution To The World Of Science

Happy Canada Day! 🙂

On July 1, our beloved nation Canada is all ready to celebrate its 150th Anniversary. i.e. the Canada Day. With special events taking place all over the country, be the part of such events to remark this day into a memorable experience that is cherished for years to come.

On this great day, Citi College is privileged to commemorate its respect towards the country by highlighting some contributions that Canada has given to the world in the field of science. We always have had great scholars and scientists who have made us proud till the date. Though there are so many feasts that can’t be explained in a single blog post, we have picked up some of them.

1. Insulin

One of the greatest discovery that two of our Canadians, Dr. Charles Hebert Best and Dr. Frederick Grant Banting did in 1922 is the discovery of insulin. Insulin is a hormone that regulates glucose from carbohydrates for energy or stores it for future use. It plays an important role in keeping the blood sugar level normal. Dr. Best and Banting were the first to understand this connection, and did the miracle invention that improved the lives of patients around the world suffering from diabetes.

2. The Canadarm

It is one of the greatest achievements in the Canadian history that made its world debut in 1981. Canadarm was the design marvel that placed Canada on the world map in the field of robotics development. It is a remote-controlled mechanical arm with NASA’s Space Shuttle Program that captured, deployed and repaired satellites, maintained equipment, positioned astronauts and moved cargo. Its flawless performance and innovative design set a new era for space engineering in the world.

3. The First Telephone

Alexander Graham Bell, a well-known scientist was a Canadian. The invention he does is now a technology that each one of us uses as a medium of communication, i.e. telephones. He made the first practical phone and made a long distance phone call in 1876. His then made invention “the electrical speech machine” has completely changed the mode of communication forever.

4. Time Zones

In 1879, Sir Sandford Fleming, a Canadian citizen proposed the theory of time zone that divided the world into 24 time zones. Before he introduced the Standard Time, countries around the world set their clocks based on the position of the sun. After few years of discovery, the world adopted Fleming’s time zones in 1885, soon after the establishment of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

There is a lot more to be proud of Canada besides these few inventions and personalities. Be a part of this 150 years celebration. Volunteer, organize and participate in an activity near you.

Stay Safe, Healthy & Make Canada Proud On You. Celebrate the 150th Anniversary With Fun.

23Jun

Debate: Is Increased Cloud Computing and BYOD Concept Reducing The Need for Network Engineers?

Thoughts Against Reducing the Need for Network Engineers

The Network Engineering Diploma program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to independently design, plan, implement and maintain computer networks in small and medium enterprises.

In larger organizations where the computer network is more complex, Network Engineers collaboratively work as a team to manage and maintain the communication network of the organization including computer network, telephone network, internet infrastructure, servers and more.

Network engineers are the back bone of any organization in modern day digital world where computerization and digital office spaces are a reality.

Several offices work on various models depending on the organization size where they might have a small network with only two to five computers connected and communication with each-other to a large organization where hundreds of computers interact every second.

Cloud computing and virtual servers are being used increasingly based on various technical and business related decisions. Cloud computing is changing several dynamics of modern day network, and many small businesses are encouraging ‘bring your own device’ concept to increase productivity and efficiency on one hand while throwing open several challenges and security related matters on the other.

With many businesses relying on traditional methods of office processes, the need for network engineers is going to exist for many years to come. The Evolution process of modern day business operations and dynamics will certainly throw open newer challenges and the need for continued education and up-gradation is essential to keep pace with the developments. A solid strong base knowledge is essential to start with and that is where the diploma program provides a platform for establishing sound understanding of the basics.

Thoughts For Reducing the Need for Network Engineers

Cloud computing and BYOD concepts offer numerous advantages both to end users and businesses of all sizes. The obvious huge advantage is that now companies don’t need network engineers to support the infrastructure and have the knowledge to maintain and develop applications for smooth functioning of their business.

Additionally, cloud computing services can be accessed via various electronic devices. With cloud computing and Bring you own device policy, employees are allowed to bring their own devices, so organizations save themselves money and headaches of buying, configuring and maintaining the computer systems and network.

It is completely changing the way we use technology in the workplace. Security is the biggest concern of every business and to maintain it, they rely on network engineers. But, cloud computing is the most reliable solution that makes BYOD more secure since all storage and data processing occurs outside the mobile devices.

More and more businesses are inclining towards cloud computing and BYOD model as they improve the productivity of their workforce. Employees enjoy working on their own computers and smartphones, and happy employees are high-performing employees. Thus, it reduces the need to hire network engineers as they are not left with much work to contribute to a company’s growth.

Conclusion – Different people have different opinions. At the end, it is concluded that it entirely depends on your business requirements whether you need a network engineer or not. Since, cloud computing and BYOD model is not infallible, so saying that it entirely prevents the need for network engineers would be wrong.