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TelstraClear switching off meters this weekend
TelstraClear

TelstraClear switching off meters this weekend

TelstraClear to offer unlimited data for broadband customers this weekend, in a notable push to be 'the home of broadband'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2011
How do you take your internet?
Apple

How do you take your internet?

In New Zealand, broadband subscribers favour plans with more data and faster speeds, with 80% having over 5GB caps, Stats NZ reveals.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2011
Copyright law 'will not and cannot work'
Copyright

Copyright law 'will not and cannot work'

ISP CEO criticises new copyright law, urging for an overhaul in content delivery to meet consumer needs, effective from Sept 1.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
Aussies face more web laws
Endpoint Protection

Aussies face more web laws

Australia mulls new web laws: ISPs may have to disconnect users without anti-virus or firewalls, sparking privacy and cost concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Aug 2010
Connector signs Renaissance vendor
Unified Communications

Connector signs Renaissance vendor

Allot Communications has chosen Connector Systems to represent it in New Zealand, raising questions about its existing partnership with Renaissance.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jul 2010
Big Time plan bites the dust
Data Cap

Big Time plan bites the dust

Telecom has scrapped its Big Time broadband plan, launched last July, due to unmanageable traffic and complaints from high-end users.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th May 2010
University of Canterbury's network upgraded
Network Infrastructure

University of Canterbury's network upgraded

Juniper to upgrade University of Canterbury's network infrastructure to meet growing demand for multimedia consumption.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Mar 2010
Newest ACTA leak reveals NZ's caution
Physical Security

Newest ACTA leak reveals NZ's caution

The latest ACTA leak shows New Zealand's caution, opposing broader powers and ISP liabilities that the US, EU, and Japan seek to include.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2010

Global Stories

Internet Service Provider (ISP) stories

Security: Cloud's biggest challenge?
Cybersecurity

Security: Cloud's biggest challenge?

As businesses flock to the cloud, security emerges as the paramount challenge, signalling a shift towards more specialised safeguarding measures.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2011
NZNET not closing: director - Updated
NZNet

NZNET not closing: director - Updated

NZNET's website went down yesterday, and although it came up again briefly last night it is currently down again. Phone lines are also dead.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Oct 2011
Copyright fee 'an appropriate compromise'
Piracy

Copyright fee 'an appropriate compromise'

The government has set a GBP £25 fee for ISPs to handle copyright infringement claims, balancing between the demands of rights holders and ISPs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2011
Niue internet service hits $4 million
Unified Communications

Niue internet service hits $4 million

Niue's Internet Niue investment surpasses $4m, offering free service post-connection, with 90% island coverage. Rising satellite costs challenge sustainability.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2011
Copyright law changes revised
Internet Service Provider

Copyright law changes revised

A move to cut the internet connection of persistent illegal file sharers has been put on hold, in recommendations from a select committee.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2010
Hosting Direct Announces Price Reductions for .nz and .com Domain names
iPod

Hosting Direct Announces Price Reductions for .nz and .com Domain names

Hosting Direct slashes .nz and .com domain prices, reinforcing its status as NZ's top competitive hosting provider.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2010
Internet disconnection penalties 'must go'
Unified Communications

Internet disconnection penalties 'must go'

Cutting off accounts is like banning someone from using the postal system because they posted copied CDs, says InternetNZ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2010
Orcon, Compass and CallPlus strike alliance
Unified Communications

Orcon, Compass and CallPlus strike alliance

Orcon, CallPlus, and Compass team up to enhance unbundled services across New Zealand, allowing customers broader access to each other's networks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 25th May 2010
An Important Voice
Unified Communications

An Important Voice

Implementing VoIP solutions can significantly increase LAN traffic. Learn effective techniques to minimise congestion and maintain network efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010
THE NEW ZEALAND INTERNET FILTER: Is Big Brother finally here?
Unified Communications

THE NEW ZEALAND INTERNET FILTER: Is Big Brother finally here?

In Orwell's dystopian classic 1984, the omnipresent state, Big Brother, has the ability to look into the homes of any person at any time.

By Staff Writer • 9 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010