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 365
Time-to-detection key to prevent sophisticated cyberattacks
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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martech
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Organisations must reduce the time to detection to remediate against sophisticated cyber attacks, according to new findings from Cisco.
Windows 10 Wi-Fi Sense a 'major security flaw', says Xirrus
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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wireless networks
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microsoft
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cloud services
Global Wi-Fi company Xirrus says Wi-Fi Sense is a massive security issue and potential deal-breaker for IT departments.
Adobe's digital marketing platform on top - for now
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Adobe's strong strategic positioning and product dominance is slipping, with other vendors exploiting its lack of eCommerce and 'big picture' vision.
Government moves on GST threshold to help Kiwi retailers
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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e-commerce
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government
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gst
New Zealand retailers welcome proposal to lower threshold for GST on imported goods, aiming to compete fairly with foreign websites.
End of an era? NZ paging network to be shut off
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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uc
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software development
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mobility
As New Zealand embraces digital evolution, Spark plans to switch off its legacy paging network by March 2017, marking an end to an era.
Unitec tech hub gets underway
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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e-learning
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support
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unitec
Unitec has released the first designs of its new technology hub, the first major step in the education institute's 10-year $200m campus redevelopment.
Is the Windows 10 Wi-Fi feature a security risk?
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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wireless networks
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microsoft
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windows
Unless they opt out, Windows 10 prompts users to share access to their Wi-Fi networks with any contacts listed in Outlook, Skype and Facebook.
Apple defies trends as other smartphone vendors struggle
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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windows
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apple
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samsung
Apple's record-breaking streak with the iPhone continues, as other smartphone vendors are struggling, according to Juniper Research.
No one-size-fits-all solution to building a website
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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cloud services
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websites
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custom d
One-size-fits-all approach to building a website doesn't work, says new research from Clutch. Tailored solutions are necessary for success.
Million dollar website for Ministry of Education
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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edutech
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cloud services
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ministry of education
The Ministry of Education has consolidated its three major education websites into the education.govt.nz site, launched in June, at a cost of $1.2m.
ANZ recruits first tech intern
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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technology intern
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anz bank
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banking
ANZ's Technology Internship programme is designed to showcase the range of employment opportunities at ANZ by giving WelTec students an inside look.
Apple, Samsung lose ground as tablet market sags
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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apple
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samsung
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ipad
Apple has held its spot at the top in the global tablet market, despite a substantial decline in a market that has seen little innovation or updates.
Windows 10 officially drops in NZ
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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software development
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microsoft
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windows
While Microsoft is describing it as the best and most secure Windows ever, there are questions over its relevance and potential slow adoption rates.
Porirua to have fastest Wi-Fi in Australiasia
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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fibre
Porirua City Council to offer the fastest free public Wi-Fi service in Australasia by end of year. #technology #publicwifi.
Taxpayers' Union slams Christchurch City Council $1.2 million website
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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cloud services
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websites
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taxpayers union
Taxpayers' Union slams Christchurch City Council for spending $1.2m on website upgrade instead of rebuild effort.
Polycom launches new phones aimed at SMBs
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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hybrid & remote work
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smb
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wfh
Polycom has announced the release of two new entry-level desktop phones as part of its voice solutions portfolio.
Trend Micro updates security ahead of Windows 10
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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data protection
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windows
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trend micro
Trend Micro has launched a new, fully compatible security solution, Trend Micro Security 10, ahead of the Windows 10 release.
Windows 10 adoption: 71% of IT leaders plan to wait
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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microsoft
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windows
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adaptiva
Two thirds of IT decision makers plan to wait at least 6 months to migrate over to the new operating system, according to a new survey from Adaptiva.
Leaked document proposes changes to Education Act
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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edutech
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ministry of education
The Government may be considering some changes to the Education Act, including one principal for several schools and flexible opening hours.
Dell launches wireless firewall solution
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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sonicwall
SonicWALL TZ Wireless Firewall Series enable SMBs + enterprises to realise the benefits of enterprise-class 802.11ac wireless performance and security.