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Forecast: Partly Cloudy

Mon, 2nd Jul 2012
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Cloud computing is often touted as the future, but is it the right option for every business? Experts say careful analysis is needed.
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Review: Norton 360 V6

Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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Norton 360 V6 impresses with its user-friendly interface, robust security features, and minimal system impact. A top pick for PC protection.
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7 tips for taking customer support social

Wed, 27th Jun 2012
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Your customers are all there - why aren't you? Most companies say that it is a fear of situations 'gone wrong'.
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Android to lose ground in tablets: IDC

Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Apple dominance expected to increase on market appeal of third-gen iPad; what could Microsoft bring to the table?.
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Sustainability: Should CIOs still care?

Fri, 25th May 2012
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In a changing IT landscape, CIOs play a crucial role in steering their organizations towards genuine sustainability, not just Green IT.
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IT outsourcing revenue under pressure: Gartner

Mon, 21st May 2012
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NZ's IT outsourcing to see minimal growth due to fierce competition, says Gartner. Providers must innovate or stagnate, with growth set at just 1-1.5%.
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Happy times for Gigamon

Tue, 1st May 2012
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As virtualisation, mobility, and cloud trends stress IT infrastructure, Gigamon celebrates rising demand for its network monitoring solutions.
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SaaS revenue on the up

Tue, 1st May 2012
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Gartner predicts a 17.9% global rise in SaaS revenue to $14.5bn, with steady growth in New Zealand's mature market.
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Huawei controversy could benefit resellers

Tue, 1st May 2012
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With the New Zealand and Australian governments lining up on opposing sides of the Huawei debate, will local resellers feel the fallout?.
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HP's vision of a less complex enterprise network

Wed, 25th Apr 2012
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HP's Chief Technologist sees a future of less complex networks and data centers, with Virtual Application Networks leading the way.
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CommVault and Microsoft in cloud collaboration

Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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CommVault and Microsoft enhance cloud storage with Simpana software and Azure, offering up to 62TB capacity for enterprises starting at $50,000.
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Four more years: iPad to maintain grip on tablet market

Wed, 11th Apr 2012
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Apple's iPad set to lead the tablet market for four more years, buoyed by surging sales and a vibrant app ecosystem, says Gartner.
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PC monitor shipments up in NZ

Thu, 5th Apr 2012
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PC monitor shipments in New Zealand rose 7% sequentially in Q4 2011, driven by government and educational deals, while Australia saw a 12% decline.
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Promotions, disasters lead to erratic 2011

Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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Aggressive promotions in the education sector and natural disasters created an erratic but ultimately growth-positive year for the ANZ PC market in 2011.
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Next-Gen WAN Optimisation

Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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Cloud computing is driving IT evolution, but WAN optimisation leader Blue Coat is ensuring high performance and user experience across all application types.
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Securing the Virtual World

Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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Amidst the boom in virtualisation by businesses, the rush to adopt is often outpacing crucial security measures, posing long-term risks.
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Virtualisation: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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New Zealand's rapid embrace of virtualisation has transformed IT landscapes, paving the way for the rise of the cloud and future user-centric computing.
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Printer sales to soar after tough 2011: IDC

Thu, 29th Mar 2012
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After a challenging 2011, IDC predicts a surge in printer sales across ANZ with vendors benefiting from a post-disaster and economic recovery demand.
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iPad 2 claimed over 70% of NZ tablet sales last quarter: IDC

Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Apple's iPad 2 dominated New Zealand's Q4 tablet market in 2011, capturing 71% of sales, with Apple poised to launch its new iPad model soon.
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Plasma/LCD TVs up, digital cameras down

Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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Ownership of plasma and LCD TVs has surged since 2007, while digital cameras decline as smartphone usage rises, according to Roy Morgan.