Dale Walker
Dale Walker is the former managing editor at ITPro, as well as its sibling sites CloudPro and ChannelPro. Dale first joined ITPro in 2016 as an intern and went on to hold a variety of different positions across the brand, including a staff writer role where he developed a keen interest in IT regulations, data protection, and cyber security.
He spent a number of years reporting for ITPro from numerous domestic and international events, including IBM, Red Hat, Google, and has been a regular reporter for Microsoft's various yearly showcases, including Ignite.
Prior to joining ITPro, Dale secured a Masters degree in Magazine Journalism from the University of Sheffield, where he also won a number of awards for his design and concept work, including BBC Worldwide Best New Magazine Brand at the 2016 Magazine Academy awards.
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IT Pro 20/20: The problem with diversity in cyber security leadership
IT Pro 20/20 Why failing to address a shortage of women in senior roles puts businesses at risk - issue 23 is available to download now
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What is reinforcement learning?
In-depth We look at a method of AI development built on the idea of positive and negative feedback
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IT Pro 20/20: The future of IT infrastructure
IT Pro 20/20 Is UK net neutrality under threat and can using blockchain ruin your green credentials? Issue 22 of IT Pro 20/20 is out now
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How to maintain your privacy on social media
In-depth Even the most privacy conscious individuals can be caught out by misconfigured accounts
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IT Pro 20/20: Using technology to create a better future
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 21 of IT Pro 20/20 looks at the newest innovations and projects shaping our interactions with the world around us
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IT Pro 20/20: The end of the remote work dream
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 20 of IT Pro 20/20 examines whether a new industry policy to pay workers based on location is likely to catch on
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GDPR and Brexit: How will one affect the other?
In-depth What leaving the EU means for UK data laws and other regulations
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IT Pro 20/20: The weak link in cyber security
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 19 of IT Pro 20/20 looks at the cyber security problem facing small businesses and what this could mean for wider industries
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GDPR for small businesses: What it means for you
In-depth We look at how the new data protection laws will impact SMBs
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How to perform a data protection impact assessment
In-depth A guide to the various steps for assessing the risk that your data processing could pose
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What is LTE?
In-depth A guide to the standard that helped launch the 4G revolution
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What is a subject access request?
In-depth Guidance for both individuals and companies on how a data request should be processed
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What is EU-US Privacy Shield?
In-depth A look at the now invalidated framework US companies relied on to transfer data to and from the European Union
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What is Kubernetes?
In-depth We explain the power of Kubernetes, the Google-developed open source platform powering containerisation at scale
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What is a botnet?
In-depth An in-depth look at the evolution of this highly effective method of cyber crime
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What is Li-Fi?
In-depth A look at the Wi-Fi alternative that uses visible light to transfer data at staggering speeds
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IT Pro 20/20: Does cyber security's public image need a makeover?
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 18 of IT Pro 20/20 looks at recent efforts to retire the 'hacker' stereotype, and how the threat landscape has changed over the past 20 years
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Bootmgr is missing - how do you fix it?
In-depth This seemingly nightmarish error is actually not as bad as it seems
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IT Pro 20/20: What the EU's new AI rules mean for business
IT Pro 20/20 The 17th issue of IT Pro 20/20 considers the effect of new regulations on the IT industry
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What is ransomware?
In-depth This type of malware could hit you hard in the pocket
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IT Pro 20/20: Understanding our complicated relationship with AI
IT Pro 20/20 The 16th issue of IT Pro 20/20 looks at the very human problems associated with artificial intelligence
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Cloud storage: How secure are Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, and iCloud?
In-depth Each of these popular cloud platforms boasts robust security - but which does it best?
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What is Bitcoin?
In-depth Our guide to the world's most funded cryptocurrency
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