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Catherine Knowles
News Editor
Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.

Stories by Catherine - Page 325

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MFA quickly becoming the most popular form of authentication

Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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Businesses are increasingly adopting multi-factor authentication amidst rising data breaches, moving away from traditional security questions.
Wifi

Cambium Networks targets 'underserved' market with new WiFi products

Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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Cambium Networks has released a new suite of 802.11ac WiFi products designed to be used in the home, enterprise and industrial networks.
Mobility

Asia Pacific leads the way in mobile adoption

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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By 2020, 80% of the world will own smartphones, with 2-3 times more smartphones than PCs, says new Okta report.
Learn

A look into the billion dollar Ed Tech market

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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The Ed Tech and smart classrooms market is expected to grow from $43.27 billion in 2015 to $93.79 billion by 2020.
Dell

Dell launches DDS, a new line of business

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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Dell has launched Datacenter Scalable Solutions to meet the needs of businesses just below 'top tier hyperscalers'.
Office 365

Microsoft Office 365 surges past Salesforce, named top enterprise app

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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When it comes to popular apps, the Okta report shows Microsoft Office 365 has rapidly become the most deployed application worldwide.
Intel

Intel makes $100m investment into OpenStack adoption

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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Intel and Mirantis, the pure play OpenStack company, have entered into a strategic technology and investment collaboration.
Printer

SMEs: Invest in a printer that suits your needs and reap the benefits

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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When SMEs choose a product that meets their individual requirements, they no longer have to pay for unnecessary features and capabilities.
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Businesses around the world flock to Airbnb's new travel programme

Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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Over 500 firms join Airbnb's business travel programme in a single day, embracing diverse and flexible corporate accommodation options.
Business leader

Citrix number one in mobility in Frost & Sullivan's eyes

Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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Citrix is leading the way in business mobility solutions and working to empower a new-age workforce, according to Frost & Sullivan.
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Gartner names Avaya as unified comms leader

Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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Avaya has been positioned in the Leaders section of the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Unified Communications for 2015.
Apple flaw

iOS vulnerability targets corporate data

Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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Appthority has identified a critical iOS 'Quicksand' vulnerability that enables malicious apps to harvest enterprise credentials.
Elearning

eCoach: Making eLearning accessible for students

Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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education, learning & training
Futura Group has launched an eCoach Course Builder - a cloud-based platform that provides secondary school teachers with tools to build online courses.
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How cloud is disrupting the traditional business model

Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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Cloud tech revolutionises traditional business models, says ALE APAC director, as firms prioritise flexibility and customer-centric solutions.
Change ahead aye brah

Millennial demands drives massive change in business

Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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In order to attract and retain the future workforce, businesses of today must focus not just on products and profits, but people and purpose.
Online protection

VPN technology: Protecting your online life

Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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Only 1 in 4 safeguard their web privacy with a VPN, amidst rising online data risks, suggests F-Secure's latest insights.
Communications

Enterprise communications market undergoing change

Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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The dynamic nature of software-based communications is prompting vendors to improve development, sales and support initiatives, says Frost & Sullivan.
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New Apple Magic Mouse and wireless keyboard on the horizon

Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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Apple is set to release a new 'Magic Mouse 2' and wireless keyboard with Bluetooth 4.2, according to regulatory filings posted to the FCC website.
Business growth

Behind the scenes of Kiwi distributor NZ Computer Sales

Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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New Zealand Computer Sales was established in 1995 to provide New Zealand businesses and beyond with quality, affordable, ready-for-use electronics.
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Samsung's first wireless charger 'coming soon'

Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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Samsung has released its first fast wireless charging pad in its online US store, stating it's compatible with Qi-enabled devices.