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Stories by Staff - Page 72

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How Network Functions Virtualisation will change the world...
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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network infrastructure
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naas
SDN and NFV are set to revolutionize the telecommunications industry, but implementing these new technologies may pose challenges for customers.
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Internet Party slams Five Eyes as Kiwi privacy debate rages on...
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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data privacy
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internet party
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partners
Internet Party claims secret deals with foreign powers have eroded New Zealand's independence. #TPPA #FATCA #FiveEyes.
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Weak high-end demand triggers external disk storage market decline
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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storage
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hp
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ibm
Global external disk storage market sees a 5.2% dip to $5.6bn in Q1 2014, with high-end demand plummeting by -25%, reveals IDC.
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Kiwi students set for 2014 Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals
Sat, 7th Jun 2014
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microsoft
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imagine cup
Four Auckland University students have been selected to compete in the Microsoft Imagine Cup World Finals in Seattle next month.
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Endpoint protection platforms need to become more proactive
Sat, 7th Jun 2014
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
Gartner study reveals 35% of EPP users hit by malware, urging a shift from reactive to proactive protection strategies for device safety.
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Trend Micro asks... What's your front line of business defence?
Sat, 7th Jun 2014
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endpoint protection
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dlp
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edr
In today’s environment it is increasingly difficult for IT departments to manage the security of staff and all their activities.
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ICT grad school ‘excellent’ says Grow Wellington
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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government
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ict
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grow wellington
The ICT graduate school planned for Wellington is an initiative that is much-needed in the capital city, says Grow Wellington, the regional development agency.
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Can ICT be a force for positive change in the world?
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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hyperscale
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dc
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cleantech
Dimension Data’s 2013 Sustainability Report underscores how ICT solutions can drive environmental sustainability, reducing travel, energy, and waste.
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Enable unveils new Christchurch school fibre broadband plans
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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uc
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government
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fibre
Network provider Enable has announced plans to connect 33 more Christchurch schools to fibre broadband by the end of 2015.
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Distribution Central seals Aussie finalist award spot...
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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distribution central
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distributors
Distribution Central shines as NSW finalist in the Telstra Medium Business Award, showcasing its IT sector success amidst fierce competition.
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Gartner: Big Data needs a data-centric security eye
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) should not treat big data security in isolation, but require policies that encompass all data silos if the.
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Wellington-based startup gives policy power to Internet Party members
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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internet party
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loomio
The Internet Party has launched a collaborative platform to give its members a direct role in leading policy discussions.
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Wellington Chamber welcomes ICT grad school
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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government
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ict
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wellington employers chamber of commerce
Wellington Chamber hails new ICT grad school as a major boost for the city's booming tech sector, promising to address skill shortages.
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Vodafone trials coverage and capacity in a box for corporate users
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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uc
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wireless networks
Telco says Small Cells are the stepping stone to fifth generation (5G) deployment, and hold the key to future mobile coverage in built-up urban areas.
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Hills expands security operations with Kiwi acquisition
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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cybersecurity
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intek
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hills
Hills NZ Limited expands its security operations with the acquisition of Intek Security Group Limited in New Zealand.
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Chance to rub shoulders with top Kiwi business leaders nearly up
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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trade me
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air new zealand
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childfund
Time's ticking to bid on a unique lunch with NZ's top CEOs and aid ChildFund's mission in Sri Lanka. Hurry, less than 48hrs left!.
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Apple WWDC 2014: iWon or Me-too?
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Amongst the whoops, cheers and starry-eyed attendees at Apple’s annual WWDC, what can we glean from the company’s latest announcements?.
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Microsoft NZ warns Kiwis following rise in cold calling scammers
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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netsafe
Microsoft New Zealand and NetSafe are warning home computer users of cold-calling technicians targeting New Zealanders with scams about computer viruses.
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Network security: Only as strong as the weakest link
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
It only takes a single weak link in your security to bring your system to a halt, making defence in depth a necessity.
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Summit sets high expectations for tertiary education’s future
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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edutech
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higher education
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tertiary education
Auckland hosts pivotal summit led by Steven Joyce, aiming to adapt NZ's tertiary education to future tech and global standards.