About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 301
Kiwis data hungry, finds Chorus
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Kiwis have an insatiable appetite for internet data, with the amount of data being consumed by New Zealand growing almost 100% a month since 2015.
Fortinet looking for education and training partners across ANZ
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Cyber security firm Fortinet is seeking education partners in Australia and New Zealand to roll out its network security academy.
Fortinet data center security effectiveness near perfect, report finds
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Fortinet has achieved a near-perfect 99.9% rating in NSS Labs' latest data centre Intrusion Prevention System test, excelling in both security and value.
Cyber security a 'human problem', says Origin IT
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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New Zealand businesses are not doing enough to protect themselves against cyber attacks due to the actions of their own employees, according to Origin IT.
Microsoft WPC: Facebook jumps on Office 365 bandwagon
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Facebook heralds new era of productivity, choosing Microsoft's Office 365 to empower its global workforce and bolster security.
In pics: Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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partners
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella kicked of WPC in Toronto, addressing the packed auditorium with a rousing keynote about embracing digital transformation.
Apple Watch driving cellular smart watch shipments
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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wearables
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apple
The popularity of smart watches with cellular connectivity is set to skyrocket, with 53.6 million units forecast to be shipped by 2020, according to Canalys.
Govt's digital tech in schools announcement not up to scratch
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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edutech
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digital transformation
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ministry of education
The Institute of IT Professionals NZ criticizes New Zealand government's new digital technology integration program.
Bi-modal CIOs made redundant by the digital enterprise
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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digital transformation
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analyst report
Digital transformation is crucial for businesses to remain viable, but it requires certain conditions to be met, according to a report by IDC.
Gender divide alive and well in NZ job market
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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The gender divide is alive and well in the New Zealand employment market, while IT roles continue to dominate the top five highest average pay rate.
Are Apple upgrades sabotaging older models?
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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ios
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apple
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e-waste & recycling
SumofUs claims Apple's iOS10 upgrade strategy is planned obsolescence, making older devices slower, according to a petition with over 150,000 signatures.
Robust security architecture vital to maximise resilience
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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ixia
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resilience
Ixia stresses the imperative of bolstering security structures, urging firms to revamp with prevention-focused measures for resilience.
Modern technologies disrupting server and storage revenue opportunities
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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converged infrastructure
Modernised initiatives including flash storage and hyperconverged platforms are continuing to disrupt server and storage revenue opportunity.
New Bill to simplify UFB rollout passes uncontested
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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government
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ufb
Parliament unanimously approves Bill to expedite UFB, promising swifter broadband access for shared properties.
Mitel out as Polycom gets better offer
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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mitel
The merger between Polycom and Mitel has come to end with Polycom announcing it has terminated the agreement following a better offer.
Microsoft leadership shake up following COO departure
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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citadel
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partners
Microsoft COO Kevin Turner has taken up a the CEO role at Citadel Securities. His role will be split among five different execs at Microsoft.
Epson NZ showcases new laser projector lineup
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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digital signage
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printing
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epson
Epson showcases new lineup of high-brightness projectors, including world's first 25,000-lumen 3LCD projector.
Global IT spend 'lackluster', according to reports
Fri, 8th Jul 2016
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it budget
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brexit
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analyst report
IT spending stagnates at $3.41 trillion in 2016, Gartner cites global currency shifts and Brexit anxieties impacting the market.
Juniper exec jumps ship to lead Brocade ANZ business
Fri, 8th Jul 2016
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juniper networks
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Jason Baden, former Juniper Networks exec, appointed senior director for Brocade's Australia and New Zealand business.
New backdoor malware targeting Mac devices
Fri, 8th Jul 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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apple
Apple users beware: New 'Backdoor.MAC.Eleanor' malware offers hackers full system control, posing as a benign file converter.