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Dell implements new service offerings for Windows 7

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Dell launches new services to aid Windows 7 migration, leveraging insights from over a thousand internal pilot users to enhance consulting and deployment.
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Commission takes Vodafone to court

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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The Commerce Commission has launched legal action against Vodafone, accusing it of misleading advertising in six campaigns dating back to 2006.
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Gen-i unveiling will squash rumour

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Gen-i is set to unveil its new logo on Tuesday, erasing rumours of a sale. The fresh look aligns closely with parent company Telecom's brand overhaul.
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Star Trek Online closed beta is live

Fri, 23rd Oct 2009
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Star Trek Online's closed beta launches amid controversy as Cryptic's earlier subscriber promises leave fans feeling misled.
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Tandberg brand could be cut

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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The proposed takeover of video conferencing company Tandberg by multinational Cisco could result in the brand being made redundant in the future.
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NetSuite brings ERP to the iPhone

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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NetSuite launches the first mobile ERP suite for iPhone users, offering comprehensive business management tools including CRM and eCommerce data.
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Free NES title for some Wii owners

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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Wii owners reimbursed with a free NES title after buying now-free Internet Channel, needing latest system update to redeem before Dec 31.
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Microsoft releases Windows 7

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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Microsoft's new operating system, Windows 7, was launched on Thursday at an event in Auckland's Queen Elizabeth Square.
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DON'T MISS: Cisco SMB Roadshow

Thu, 22nd Oct 2009
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An event held every six months, the Cisco SMB Breakfast Club is back, and attendees can be in to win a Linksys Wireless N Router.
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Queen in Lego Rock Band

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Members of legendary rock band Queen will feature in upcoming video game, Lego Rock Band, playing their smash hits.
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Learning from the Air NZ data centre outage

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Maxnet's CEO urges firms to upgrade legacy data centres and ensure robust backup systems after the costly Air NZ outage.
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Axon and Gen-i win at Symantec Partner Awards

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Axon and Gen-i clinch top honours at Symantec Partner Awards, heralding their exceptional performance in the New Zealand tech scene.
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Hands on with James Cameron's Avatar: The Game

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Game Console's Darren Price delves into the 3D world of James Cameron's Avatar: The Game, revealing a lush Pandora but questioning the 3D choice.
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Fingerprint, eye scans supported

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Most New Zealanders are concerned enough about information security to allow the scanning of their fingerprints, and even of their eyes.
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TCF chief appointed

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Vodafone's Head of Industry Affairs David Stone has been appointed Chief Executive of the Telecommunications Carriers Forum.
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Joyce calls for partners

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Min. Joyce invites private partners for the UK's £1.1bn ultra-fast broadband project, aiming to boost economic growth and global competitiveness.
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Labour Party's Clare Curran reckons a split from Telecom is in the works

Wed, 21st Oct 2009
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Opposition claims Telecom under government pressure to separate. Telecom spokesperson refuses to comment on the matter.
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Adobe opens up NZ distribution

Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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Adobe revolutionises NZ distribution, now allowing Ingram Micro and Express Data to offer its full product range, enhancing reseller choice.
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NZCS to hold first Young IT Professionals Group event

Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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NZCS is hosting its inaugural Young IT Professionals Group event on October 22, featuring TVNZ tech expert Ben Gracewood. Registration is essential.
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Enable deploys Brocade LAN in Christchurch

Tue, 20th Oct 2009
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Enable Networks has deployed a 130km Brocade LAN in Christchurch, providing affordable optical fibre to local businesses, schools, and health organisations.