Stories by Staff - Page 118
Gen-i's donated supercomputer to supercharge NZ research
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Gen-i's donation of a supercomputer, formerly used by Weta Digital, supercharges NZ research and student learning at AUT University.
A day in history as online retailer accepts Bitcoin currency
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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US discount retailer Overstock.com has become the first major online shopping site to accept Bitcoin as payment.
LinkedIn: 'Don't give up, meet your New Year career resolutions...'
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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More than a few people have added “Get a New Job” to their list of new year’s resolutions, according to a LinkedIn blog post.
Want an IT bonus? Move to Auckland…
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Aucklanders are receiving the most benefits and bonuses in the ICT industry with the city holding the largest increase in median base salary (6.7%) nationwide.
'Sombre' PC market suffers first annual double digit decline
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Asia/Pacific PC market declines 10% in 2013 due to economic sluggishness and competition from smartphones and tablets.
Channel goes nuts as Microsoft issues cloud commission cuts
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Microsoft slashes cloud fees, leaving channel partners fuming and considering a switch to Google, threatening the software giant's integrity.
Vodafone NZ: 4G will just get better and better...
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Vodafone secures 18-year 700MHz spectrum for $66m, will continue delivering leading 4G network in New Zealand.
Tech progress not so golden for Kiwi businesses
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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New Zealand companies risk IT failure, not planning for growth in rapidly advancing tech sector, says Designertech CEO Ray Delany.
Classroom boost as Apple's educational iPad lets loose...
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Apple is expanding its iBooks Textbooks and iTunes U Course Manager into new markets across Asia, Latin America, Europe and other areas.
Brocade increases fabrics focus by flogging network adaptor business
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Brocade sells network adaptor division to QLogic, sharpening its focus on data centre fabrics and software-defined networking.
Connected Kiwi men struggle with work/life balance
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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The combination of mobility in the workplace and the concept of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is making it harder for Kiwi men to separate work and play.
What you need to know about IPv6
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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Facing IPv4 exhaustion, New Zealand companies look towards IPv6 adoption amid global demand for ample IP addressing.
Ex-Juniper VP joins Brocade's regional growth push
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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Brocade appoints Adam Judd as Vice President for Asia Pacific, in charge of sales and business development across the region.
Innovation and disruption ahead for mobile payments market
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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Mobile payments set for innovation and turmoil in 2014, with tech advances and challenges in digital wallets, says Ovum report.
Over 200 schools signed up to N4L
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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As of today, 212 schools have signed agreements and these communities will be looking forward to being connected.
HP slaps up Microsoft with Windows 7 ad
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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HP revives Windows 7 in a bold move, suggesting it's back by popular demand, overshadowing Microsoft's push for Windows 8 upgrades.
Connector Systems bags Calex ANZ distie deal
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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IT distributor Connector Systems has signed a distribution agreement with Calix, a global leader in broadband access systems and software.
Come on Dotcom let the good times roll…
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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Kim Dotcom celebrates his 40th birthday by launching a new debut album and internet music service in New Zealand.
NZ Govt demands max tax bills on Apple, Google, Facebook…
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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NZ Finance Minister Bill English demands Apple, Google and Facebook pay their fair share in taxes, amidst criticism of tax dodging.
Seedy porn pics = 30,000 Spamchatters scammed
Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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Snapchat users are experiencing an influx of spam snaps featuring topless women, according to security experts.