Stories by Staff - Page 591
Demysifying ICT
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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uc
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government
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education, learning & training
NZICT Group CEO Brett O'Riley stresses that bridging New Zealand's ICT skills gap involves both training and making the public aware of its importance.
Touching base
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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iam
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cybersecurity
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it services
Outsourcer base2 is helping customers with their ICT struggles through its managed service offerings. How did it all begin?.
Huge fine for Kiwi spammer
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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ftc
Kiwi spammer Lance Atkinson fined USD $15.15 million by a US judge for leading an international spam network, plus additional penalties for associates.
Review: AVG Internet Security 9.0
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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avg technologies
The latest version of AVG's Internet security suite is faster than its predecessor in every way, with shorter boot-up and scan times.
Review: Kaspersky Internet Security 2010
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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kaspersky
Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 impresses with ease of installation, a user-friendly interface, and unique 'gamer' and 'safe' modes, despite some speed issues.
Review: Norton Internet Security 2010
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Norton Internet Security 2010 impresses with quick install and a clever use of global data to fight malware, albeit being a tad resource-heavy.
Review: Beaterator
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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beaterator
Beaterator may be on the PSP (with versions coming for iPhone and iPod Touch), but it's no game – that's why you're not seeing this within Game Console's pages.
Review: Bamboo Pen and Touch
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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notebook
The Wacom Bamboo Pen and Touch: A game-changer for artists, enhancing PCs with touch and gesture control. Tricky at first, but rewarding.
Bitdefender Total Security 2010
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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bitdefender
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reviews
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technology gifts
BitDefender Total Security 2010 adapts to your tech skill, enhancing protection and privacy, but may slow down your PC.
Review: Aiss010 All-In-One Entertainment Unit
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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aiss
The AISS010 combines everything: speakers, subwoofers, an FM radio, iPod dock (audio only), DVD, USB and SD card inputs, all in one competitively priced unit.
Review: Pspgo
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
For the first time, the PlayStation Portable is truly portable. At 128 x 16.5 x 69 mm, the new PSPgo will slip comfortably into your pocket.
Review: Paperport 12 Professional
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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document management
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ecm
If you're the type that hoards lots of documents – be they invoices, tax receipts or otherwise – then PaperPort 12 is certainly worth a look.
Review: Tom Tom Go 730
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
The TomTom GO 730 ups its game with IQ Routes, making navigation smarter, not just shorter. It's user-friendly and keeps you on track.
Review: Flip Mino Hd
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Discover the Flip MinoHD: Budget-friendly HD filming at its finest, perfect for capturing holiday fun. Small cons overshadowed by its stunning performance.
Review: Microsoft Security Essentials
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft's free solution, Security Essentials, is a mere 4.7MB download at most, and installation is straightforward and painless.
An effective RFP
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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edutech
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data analytics
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planning
For businesses to thrive, a well-crafted RFP is key. Companies must highlight desired outcomes, understand tech needs, and maintain clear timelines.
Shifting a Kiwi institution offshore
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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uc
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contact centre
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palm
Yellow has shifted its 018 directory assistance service from Palmerston North to Manila, driven by declining call volumes and cost efficiencies.
Delivering value & innovation
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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iaas
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risk & compliance
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datacom
We have seen that interest in infrastructure outsourcing heightens during times of economic pressure and this current financial cycle is no exception.
The source in the cloud?
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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virtualisation
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amazon
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outsourcing
The financial crisis has spurred a boom in IT outsourcing, with cloud computing transforming the landscape. IDC forecasts a USD $3.45 billion market by 2025.
A diverse role
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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edutech
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uc
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software development
Mainfreight CIO Kevin Drinkwater on the juggling act of a CIO: balancing swift solution delivery, keeping costs down, and navigating the cloud revolution.