About Donovan
Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with TechDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Stories by Donovan - Page 7
Better email and information access with Microsoft Office 365
Tue, 19th Feb 2013
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microsoft office
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case study
For Kumeu River Wines Director Michael Brajkovich, keeping the office side of things running effortlessly just got a whole lot easier.
Microsoft Office 365 supports the cloud ambitions of The Heating Company
Sat, 16th Feb 2013
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The Heating Company Director, Clare Adams shares how Office 365 has helped create business systems with greater flexiblity then ever before.
Why the cops took a bite of the Apple
Thu, 14th Feb 2013
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uc
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tablets
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smartphones
NZ Police favour Apple tech, opting for iPhones and iPads after an 11-month trial, reveals their communications manager.
HP dives (back) into tablet fray – with Android
Thu, 14th Feb 2013
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google
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apple
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hp
HP eyes a comeback in the tablet market, adopting Android in a bid to stay relevant amid soaring sales and shifting computing preferences.
Mud wrestling: Microsoft targets Gmail
Thu, 14th Feb 2013
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google
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gmail
Microsoft, that paragon of virtue which has always put customer interests first, has the old Googler square in its sights.
You think you cooler than me: Apple or Samsung?
Wed, 13th Feb 2013
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semiconductors
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apple
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samsung
Now that you have the annoying Mike Posner song in your head, try turning your thoughts to the Samsung versus Apple battle for coolness.
Cops choose Apple on Vodafone
Wed, 13th Feb 2013
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uc
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new zealand police
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police
NZ Police to deploy Apple iPhones and iPads to 6000 members in a tech overhaul aimed at increasing efficiency on the frontline.
Celebrity FAIL: Alicia, er, Keys, tweets from her…iPhone
Wed, 13th Feb 2013
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apple
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apple iphone
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blackberry
Alicia Keys, BlackBerry's 100% exclusive advocate, caught tweeting from an iPhone, sparking debate on brand loyalty and honesty.
Microsoft Office 365 delivers for on-the-move environmental services company
Tue, 12th Feb 2013
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microsoft
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microsoft office
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case study
Microsoft Office 365 revolutionises operations for Scrub Growers, ensuring seamless data sharing across locations.
Accusation: Exchange rate excuse for tech price gouging
Tue, 12th Feb 2013
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supply chain
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pc hardware
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hardware
Aussie and NZ tech consumers face price gouging, not just from vendors but at distribution level, insider claims.
Schmidt-house of Google stock sold
Tue, 12th Feb 2013
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google
Eric Schmidt sells half his Google shares, sparking debate on motives behind the move - is it strategic diversification or a sign of concern?.
Spam, spam, spam and Valentine's Day
Tue, 12th Feb 2013
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symantec
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spam
Ah, holidays. They inevitably mean you get spammed with malware and we get spammed with press releases from antivirus companies.
Going nowhere slowly: Alcatel-Lucent-Nokia-Siemens-Networks
Mon, 11th Feb 2013
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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nsn
As rumours of a potential hookup of Alcatel-Lucent and Nokia Siemens Networks emerge, analyst group Ovum has wasted no time pooh-poohing the move.
Facebook page punches out SBW
Mon, 11th Feb 2013
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facebook
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kiwi
A new Facebook page satirises Sonny Bill Williams as Boxing's Champion of Match Fixing after his controversial win over Botha.
Updated and confirmed : Des Ling to join Exeed
Mon, 11th Feb 2013
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distributors
After initially pulling TechDay's leg, saying 'no', Exeed MD Justin Tye has confirmed that Desmond Ling is to join his company from Ingram Micro in Sydney.
Microsoft Office 365 reduces cost, boosts flexibility for Wellington consultants
Fri, 8th Feb 2013
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microsoft
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microsoft office
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case study
Integral Group Director, Frank Aldridge, discusses how Microsoft Office 365 has helped The Integral Group gain mobility and save costs.
Nobody wants the Surface RT, will we care about the Pro?
Fri, 8th Feb 2013
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microsoft
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surface
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tablets
Oh dear. We've held the position that Microsoft is making a big gamble with its barge into the tablet market...
Breaking: Des Ling to join Exeed?
Fri, 8th Feb 2013
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exeed
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ingram micro
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distributors
Des Ling set to pivot from Ingram Micro Australia to Exeed New Zealand, stirring the tech market. Ling's departure fuels anticipation.
The double-edged sword of more secure government. Mate.
Thu, 7th Feb 2013
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government
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acc
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winz
Govt's tighter security measures: a safeguard or a veil over politics' inner workings? A look at the balance act.
Microsoft Office 365: Yeah, that's pretty neat
Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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microsoft
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microsoft office
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windows 8
Microsoft dazzles with Office 365, offering vast features and cloud convenience at a fraction of the boxed suite's cost.