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What is a file type? A file type is the classification of a digital file that determines how its data is structured, stored, and opened by software applications. It is typically identified by a file extension (such as .pdf, .docx, or .jpg), which signals the file format and the program required to access or edit it.

Think of all your important files, photographs, and applications stored on your electronic device. 

Nowadays, the constantly transforming corporate landscape is all about staying competitive with digital innovation. Information technology (IT) systems work better under pressure, and infrastructure projects come with high expectations. Experts believe that, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, IT employment will increase because companies will rely on IT specialists for operations in the future. 

Think about the last interaction you had with a brand. Maybe you saw a targeted ad on Instagram, opened an email from your favorite retailer, or read online reviews for the latest phone model.

One of the hottest topics in data privacy management in 2020 is automation—specifically, automated data discovery and classification.

Artificial intelligence is used as a broad catchall term for many subsets of AI, which is in and of itself a subset of computer science.

This post is part of G2's 2021 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Michael Fauscette, G2's chief research officer and Tom Pringle, VP, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts.

This post is one part of G2's 2020 digital trends series. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reinventing and reinvigorating the modern healthcare system by finding new links between genetic codes or driving robots that assist with surgery.

“Alexa, what’s the temperature right now?”