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How to avoid choking up your organisation's wi-fi deployment
Wireless Networks

How to avoid choking up your organisation's wi-fi deployment

Mobile devices and internet access are prevalent and organisations need to be vigilant about how they plan, deploy and validate wi-fi connections.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2017
BYOD policies aren't all they shape up to be, says Netscout
Wireless Networks

BYOD policies aren't all they shape up to be, says Netscout

Netscout reveals the hidden disruptions of BYOD, highlighting control and Wi-Fi bandwidth challenges in the workplace.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017
Ruapehu free WiFi proving a hit
Wireless Networks

Ruapehu free WiFi proving a hit

Free WiFi provided by the Ruapehu District Council is a hit in Taumarunui, Ohakune, and Raetihi, with hundreds of daily users.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
How the changing workplace is affecting your WiFi network
Unified Communications

How the changing workplace is affecting your WiFi network

WiFi networks need to protect sensitive data on customers, prospects, employees and intellectual property, and provide seamless, secure connectivity.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jan 2017
Aerohive eyes Ruckus channel in 'flagging competitor landscape'
Data Analytics

Aerohive eyes Ruckus channel in 'flagging competitor landscape'

Aerohive is eyeing up the Ruckus reseller channel as it seeks to expand its own reach and capitalise on new growth markets locally.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds
Unified Communications

The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds

In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2016
Troubleshooting wireless interference can be a nightmare for businesses
Wireless Networks

Troubleshooting wireless interference can be a nightmare for businesses

Troubleshooting wireless interference is a challenge for many companies, but having the right tools can make all the difference, according to NETSCOUT.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Oct 2016
Snapchat gets a new name and unveils some fancy sunglasses
Wireless Networks

Snapchat gets a new name and unveils some fancy sunglasses

Snapchat rebrands as Snap Inc. and announces new product, Spectacles - sunglasses with an integrated video camera.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Sep 2016
How to solve the top five common wi-fi deployment issues
Wireless Networks

How to solve the top five common wi-fi deployment issues

Deploying large-scale Wi-Fi networks can be plagued by delays and issues, affecting service quality and user experience, according to NETSCOUT APAC director.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Sep 2016
Optus Business scores $20 million wi-fi contract for Vicinity shopping centres
Wireless Networks

Optus Business scores $20 million wi-fi contract for Vicinity shopping centres

Optus has announced plans to roll out high-speed public wi-fi for visitors to 81 Australian shopping centres and six corporate sites.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Aug 2016
Looking for the ideal outdoor WLAN solution? Your next choice in WiFi
Supply Chain

Looking for the ideal outdoor WLAN solution? Your next choice in WiFi

By using the existing technologies and reimagining the ways in which they're used, Cambium have created a product a step ahead of the rest.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Jul 2016
Norton tackles hackers using Wi-Fi
Wireless Networks

Norton tackles hackers using Wi-Fi

Norton unveils a new app to secure personal data on risky public Wi-Fi, as their report reveals user confusion aids hackers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016
Ruckus nabs 4000 property deal with world's largest hotel chain
Network Infrastructure

Ruckus nabs 4000 property deal with world's largest hotel chain

Ruckus Wireless has become AccorHotels Groups global preferred Wi-Fi technology and infrastructure partner, giving access to 4000 hotels worldwide.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
The huge digital divide: 68% of Asia-Pacific residents still not connected to net
Unified Communications

The huge digital divide: 68% of Asia-Pacific residents still not connected to net

The huge extent of the global digital divide has been uncovered, showing that 57% of the world's urban population are unconnected to the internet.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jun 2016
Wi-Fi and connected devices increase security risks
Malware

Wi-Fi and connected devices increase security risks

World Wi-Fi Day aims to bridge the digital divide and highlight the risks of public Wi-Fi, according to security specialist ESET.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jun 2016
Free Wi-Fi comes to Queenstown
Wireless Networks

Free Wi-Fi comes to Queenstown

Free Wi-Fi hotspots have been introduced in downtown Queenstown, making it easier for tourists and locals to stay connected.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
Harnessing WiFi analytics to maximise your customer's experience
Firewalls

Harnessing WiFi analytics to maximise your customer's experience

A person's 'digital trail' contains a goldmine of information that can be harnessed to give them a richer and more rewarding experience.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Wi-Fi (WiFi) stories

In-flight wi-fi may be coming, but you can't be flippant about security
Malware

In-flight wi-fi may be coming, but you can't be flippant about security

In-flight wi-fi is coming to all Australian budget carriers by mid 2017, but it does come with the same risks as any public wi-fi networks.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Tue, 26th Jul 2016