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Telecom closing in on 6,000 UFB customers
Unified Communications

Telecom closing in on 6,000 UFB customers

Telecom's rollout of Ultra Fibre services on the ultra fast broadband (UFB) network is gaining momentum, with record sales achieved in the past two months.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2013
Silver Peak seals ANZ VRX distie deal
Storage

Silver Peak seals ANZ VRX distie deal

Silver Peak names Vadis Systems as its new distributor for VRX solutions in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost their regional presence.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2013
Telecom ramps up security efforts following Yahoo Xtra breach
Unified Communications

Telecom ramps up security efforts following Yahoo Xtra breach

Yahoo Xtra customers hit by spam attacks as Telecom takes action to halt breach and lock down affected accounts.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2013
Lexel Lync Online adds real value to Propertex
Unified Communications

Lexel Lync Online adds real value to Propertex

Lexel Lync Online is the perfect solution for SMBs in New Zealand, offering a cloud-based unified communications and telephony solution.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2013
Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?
Unified Communications

Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?

2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Cyber Security lab launch marks NZ first
Cybersecurity

Cyber Security lab launch marks NZ first

NZ launches its first cyber security lab and a Master's degree at Waikato Uni, aiming to become a leading hub in the Asia/Pacific region.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Clarity is key to cutting data centre downtime
Hyperscale

Clarity is key to cutting data centre downtime

The sheer scale and complexity of diverse technologies working together at incredible speeds in a data centre often cause bottlenecks and outages.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Lack of Big Data skills hamper ANZ businesses
Storage

Lack of Big Data skills hamper ANZ businesses

ANZ businesses are eager to implement big data projects but in order to succeed they need better skills and communication.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Yahoo Xtra email breach - The one that got away…
Unified Communications

Yahoo Xtra email breach - The one that got away…

As one of the biggest global providers of email, Yahoo is at the frontline of this battle - they alone block more than 600 billion spam messages a month.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Apple lures Samsung customers with iPhone 5C…
Apple

Apple lures Samsung customers with iPhone 5C…

Apple's iPhone 5C is luring customers away from Samsung and LG, according to technology strategist firm Kantar Worldpanel ComTech.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Top 10 NZ Business Predictions for 2014
Network Infrastructure

Top 10 NZ Business Predictions for 2014

With 2014 almost upon the ICT industry, Symantec has offered an indicator into what lies ahead for the New Zealand technology sector.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
“Wait a minute…The Internet knows more about me than my own mother?”
Malware

“Wait a minute…The Internet knows more about me than my own mother?”

As privacy concerns spike, individuals start prioritising data protection in 2014 while scammers exploit every niche in the digital world.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Virtualised security: Hybrid protection for your clients
Virtualisation

Virtualised security: Hybrid protection for your clients

A virtualised world calls for virtualised security. Jon McGettigan, Fortinet New Zealand general manager provides the low-down.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise
Unified Communications

Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise

Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation
Unified Communications

Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation

PM John Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation amid a billion-dollar shortfall, ensuring ultra-fast broadband project's progress.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Chorus files High Court appeal over copper price ruling
Unified Communications

Chorus files High Court appeal over copper price ruling

Chorus appeals in High Court against Commerce Commission's copper pricing, challenging the narrow basis and its massive impact on its services.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
Internet of Things will become the 'Internet of Vulnerabilities'
Unified Communications

Internet of Things will become the 'Internet of Vulnerabilities'

The Internet of Things will become the 'Internet of Vulnerabilities' in 2014 according to security company, Symantec.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2013
Does listening to music while you study make you smarter?
Digital Entertainment

Does listening to music while you study make you smarter?

For the millions of students undertaking university exams, they should consider packing a pair of headphones in their bags.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2013
Wii U – happy 1st birthday
Gaming

Wii U – happy 1st birthday

Nintendo's Wii U marks its 1st year amid struggles, yet shows promise with a renewed focus on quality games. Will it rise with its new approach?.

By David Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2013