Jane McCallion
Jane McCallion is ITPro's Deputy Editor, primarily covering security, storage and networking for ITPro, CloudPro and ChannelPro.
Jane joined ITPro and CloudPro in July 2012, having previously written freelance for a number of business and finance magazines. She has also covered current affairs, including the student, public sector workers and TUC protests and strikes in central London while studying a Masters in Journalism at Goldsmiths, University of London.
Prior to becoming a journalist, Jane studied Applied Languages at the University of Portsmouth.
Latest articles by Jane McCallion

LTE vs 4G
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth Comparing LTE vs 4G has become common in recent years, but how exactly do they differ, and is 4G faster?

How to speed up Windows 10
By Rene Millman, Jane McCallion last updated
Tutorials Learn which Windows 10 services to disable to boost performance, plus other top tips

Linux Mint vs Ubuntu: Which one is better?
By Connor Jones, Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth Linux Mint vs Ubuntu is a lingering debate among Linux users, but what are the differences?

What is the Computer Misuse Act?
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth If your computer systems are attacked, is the Computer Misuse Act effective enough to put those criminals behind bars?

How ChatGPT has already found its way into business
By Jane McCallion published
The ITPro Network From Excel formulae to writing job descriptions, early adopters are finding ChatGPT to be more than just hype

Managing the data deluge
By Jane McCallion published
Advertisement Feature The growth of data in business offers great opportunities, but storage and management still present challenges

Your data deserves more
By Jane McCallion published
Advertisement Feature For backup and recovery, choosing the right solution to store and manage your business’ data is key to driving value

Classic episode: Can technology make us more than human?
By Jane McCallion published
ITPro Podcast Human augmentation tech is closer than ever – but it’s not business ready yet

Can we ever achieve cyber security buy-in?
By Jane McCallion published
In-depth Members of the IT Pro Network share their experiences of trying to encourage good cyber hygiene in the workplace

Getting the best value from your remote support software
By Jane McCallion published
Advertisement Feature Value is about much more than just the initial costs involved, so careful consideration must be given to any purchase

The IT Pro Network
By Jane McCallion last updated
IT Pro Panel Everything you need to know, including panellist details and how to apply

Why you need a cloud solution for your remote support
By Jane McCallion published
Advertisement Feature With distributed workforces and a broad user base, modern businesses are looking for modern software

Why remote support could help your business better connect with its customers
By Jane McCallion published
Sponsored When it comes to building and maintaining customer relationships, don’t underestimate the role of remote support software

The IT Pro Network: RPA in action
By Jane McCallion published
Analysis IT decision makers reveal their strategies for robotic process automation

What is big data analytics?
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth We explain what big data analytics is, and how the methods of looking at data differ at scale

What is 6G and how far are we from rollout?
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth Everything you need to know about 6G mobile connectivity

Why energy efficient technology is key to a sustainable business
By Jane McCallion published
Sponsored From reducing your carbon footprint to cutting expenditure, choosing the right appliances for your office can make a world of difference

Machine learning vs AI vs NLP
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing are terms often used interchangeably, but they are drastically different technologies

Structured vs unstructured data management
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth Big data is big business – if you have the skills to manage it

HTTP vs HTTPS: What difference does it make to security?
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth We look at the difference between HTTPS and HTTP and tell you how to switch between them

What is open source?
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth We explain what open source software is, the benefits and drawbacks, and how its vendors make their money

How to delete a Gmail account
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth Our step-by-step guide on how to close your Google email account for good

What is shoulder surfing?
By Jane McCallion last updated
In-depth This social engineering technique can pose a major security risk, so here's how to best protect against it
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