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Over the last decade the IT world has seen a mass transition from in-house computer assets to everything-as-a-service in the cloud, with hardware, platform and services now all commonly cloud-resident. Ideally positioned to support distributed working and working from home, most major players are currently moving or planning to move more than half of their operations to the cloud. The current direction of travel is to multi-cloud deployment, seen as providing greater flexibility, specialisation and security. The main bumps in the road have shown up in skills shortages reported by many organisations, complexity leading to misconfiguration and the need to operate and integrate multiple security dashboards. Consequently, third-party cloud security providers are a hot growth area.
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Free IT training offered to Christchurch businesses

Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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Microsoft business software training is being offered free to Christchurch businesses affected by the earthquake.
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Now Telecom appoints Christchurch recovery director

Mon, 21st Mar 2011
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Now Telecom taps Ralph Chivers, ex-GM and Ultra-Fast Broadband lead, to steer its Christchurch earthquake recovery efforts.
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iPad 2 component shortages

Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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iPad 2 faces component shortages due to supply chain disruptions in Japan, posing potential sale challenges globally.
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Steve Jobs emails Japanese staff

Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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Steve Jobs expresses solidarity with Apple's Japanese team amidst devastation, offering support following the delay of iPad 2 launch due to tragic events.
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NZ telcos offer free calls to Japan - Updated

Fri, 18th Mar 2011
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2degrees, Telecom and Vodafone all offer credits to customers who called Japan following the earthquake last week.
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Vodafone appoints Christchurch Recovery Director

Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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Russell Hewitt, ex-CEO of Vodafone Australia, appointed to spearhead Vodafone's recovery efforts in Christchurch, prioritising community and business rebuild.
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Connector's in-house training ramps up

Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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Connector Systems ramps up its training offerings with Aerohive WLAN courses led by expert David Coleman at its Auckland facility.
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Turn this Twitter setting on

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Twitter has introduced an essential setting that allows users to always use HTTPS, enhancing security, especially on public WiFi. Activate it via your settings.
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iPad 2 launch delayed in Japan

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Apple postpones the iPad 2's Japan launch due to last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami, focusing on recovery efforts.
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More IT equipment needed for Christchurch

Wed, 16th Mar 2011
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Christchurch's recovery needs more IT equipment; RemarkIT leads donation drive with NZ Trade and Enterprise aiming to bridge the digital gap.
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2degrees: 500 free texts for ChCh customers

Mon, 14th Mar 2011
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2degrees steps up for Christchurch, offering customers 500 free texts to connect with loved ones amid trying times.
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iOS 4.3 launches early - out now

Thu, 10th Mar 2011
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Free update brings a faster Safari, iTunes Home Sharing, AirPlay improvements and personal hotspots to your i device.
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Telecom extends free calls deal in ChCh

Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Telecom announces extension of free call offer for Christchurch residents, rivalling 2degrees' recent free calling concession.
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Renaissance issues Murray Wood statement

Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Renaissance mourns the tragic death of board member Murray Wood, a victim of the Christchurch earthquake, extending deep sympathies to his family.
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Orcon goes live in Palmerston North

Tue, 8th Mar 2011
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Orcon completes its unbundling in Palmerston North, offering local loop services despite minor delays linked to events in Christchurch.
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NZ websites could do better

Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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A study of 50 Kiwi websites has said that businesses could be doing more to engage with their customers online.
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Free calls for 2degrees Christchurch customers

Mon, 7th Mar 2011
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2degrees offers 30 free calling minutes to customers in quake-hit Christchurch, aiding communication in challenging times.
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Renaissance distribution continues to shrink

Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
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Renaissance shifts away from distribution, seeking to 'own' the customer; Chairman Colin Giffney outlines mixed results but sees right direction.
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Fibre Watch: UFB on shaky ground

Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
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The fate of the project is uncertain as the government makes it clear its spending priorities have changed overnight.
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Govt considering UFB delay?

Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
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InternetNZ says the option to delay or scrap the UFB process is a possibility being considered by parts of government.