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Panaseer launches AI tool for real-time analysis of cyber risks

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Panaseer has launched Key Drivers, an AI tool delivering real-time cybersecurity risk analysis to help organisations swiftly spot and address vulnerabilities.
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Elastic reports critical security flaws in Microsoft systems

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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Elastic Security Labs has uncovered serious security vulnerabilities in Microsoft's Smart App Control and SmartScreen, posing risks of undetected cyber attacks.
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OS/2 to ride again

Mon, 9th Nov 2015
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Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.
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Radical approach by Microsoft NZ opens up refurbished market

Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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Kiwi resellers are jumping on board a Microsoft initiative which enables them to get Windows OEM software at half price for refurbished computers.
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Microsoft backtracks as devs get early Windows 8.1 access

Wed, 11th Sep 2013
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In what is becoming quite a habit in Redmond, Microsoft has once again relented - providing early access to the release version of Windows 8.1 to developers.
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Windows 8.1 Preview Released - Users not impressed at first glimpse

Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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Windows 8.1 Preview disappoints users with minor improvements and persistent interface issues, despite the return of the start button.
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Dell launches learning laptop for schools

Thu, 2nd May 2013
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Dell unveils the Latitude 3330, a robust, cost-effective laptop designed to enhance learning and integrate seamlessly into schools' existing IT systems.
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Microsoft Office 365: Yeah, that’s pretty neat

Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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Microsoft dazzles with Office 365, offering vast features and cloud convenience at a fraction of the boxed suite's cost.
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ASUS releases the world’s smallest router

Tue, 5th Feb 2013
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ASUS unveils world's tiniest router, flawless for travellers, blending full internet access into a pocket-friendly USB device.
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Fastest growing online jobs in 2012

Thu, 31st Jan 2013
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Website hosting leads online job growth at 3300%, with AWS seeing a 466% rise. Apple jobs decline amid 'app-fatigue' while Android gains 7%.
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Lenovo unleashes new touch devices

Fri, 11th Jan 2013
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Lenovo showcased its latest touch-optimised Windows 8 devices at CES 2013, featuring new ultra-portable IdeaPad U Series Ultrabooks and ThinkPad Edge laptops.
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Intel in trouble?

Fri, 30th Nov 2012
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Intel's PC market woes deepen as Wall Street slashes sales estimates. Citigroup analyst Glen Yeung highlights weak notebook data and poor growth.
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Windows 8 bug lets eval users get permanently free legit license

Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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A glitch in Windows 8 allows eval users to secure a permanent license for free, exploiting a flaw in the Key Management Service.
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The week that was: Windows 8, Surface, iPad Mini and a Cancelled Android Event

Tue, 30th Oct 2012
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Apple unveils the iPad Mini while Microsoft releases Windows 8 and the Surface. Google postpones Android 4.2 event due to US storms.
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Kiwi iOS app developer creates Windows 8 version

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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New Zealand-based MEA Mobile launches its iSupr8 vintage film app for Windows 8, expanding their iOS expertise to Microsoft's new platform.
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Skype showcases Windows 8 version

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Skype unveils its Windows 8 version, marking its first major update since joining Microsoft. The app promises to be always on, seamless, and user-friendly.
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Samsung unveils Windows 8 Smart PC

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Samsung New Zealand unveils the ATIV Smart PC and Smart PC Pro, versatile devices running Windows 8, priced from NZD $1,299 and NZD $1,999 respectively.
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Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.
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Windows 8 different editions explained

Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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After three years in development, Windows 8 has finally been unleashed in all its glory – and with a slimmed down four versions.
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Once more unto the breach dear friends…HP tablet v2.0

Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Beleaguered HP has announced its return to tablet computing with a Windows 8, Intel Atom- powered device it calls the ElitePad 900.