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Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB
Unified Communications

Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB

Communications Minister Steven Joyce tells Huawei technology summit that the benefits of UFB need to be publicised.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2010
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
Telecommunications 8 Review July 2010 industry voices Qualcomm Its a jungle out there
Unified Communications

Telecommunications 8 Review July 2010 industry voices Qualcomm Its a jungle out there

2G. 3G. 4G. Anyone who has even momentarily lingered around the world of mobile broadband knows it can be a jungle of Gs – or generations – out there.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2010
Time to check your computer health
Cybersecurity

Time to check your computer health

Millions paid out for computer work-related injuries. Time to check your gear and habits for signs of OOS before it's too late.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2010
Appeal to rebuild Samoan Telecentres
Supply Chain

Appeal to rebuild Samoan Telecentres

An appeal has been launched to raise money to rebuild four Telecentres destroyed in the earthquake and tsunami that struck Samoa in September.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 30th Nov 2009
High cost, low service
Unified Communications

High cost, low service

The Beca Group, a professional services company, calls for improved data communications and broadband facilities in New Zealand for better productivity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Jul 2009
Sightless online
Storage

Sightless online

Blind entrepreneur Terry Bartlett from Dunedin boosts business independence through tech, co-developing a specialised CashManager for those without sight.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2009

Global Stories

Computers stories

1975 and the changes to come
Unified Communications

1975 and the changes to come

Less than 20 years before the internet became a reality, this montage of pictures showed how technology was transforming people's lives.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2011
46% of NZ businesses would rather lease ICT equipment
DataCentre infrastructure

46% of NZ businesses would rather lease ICT equipment

Nearly half of all New Zealand businesses are currently choosing to lease equipment rather than buy it, says a new report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Nov 2010
Number of internet connected devices to pass five billion
Unified Communications

Number of internet connected devices to pass five billion

The number of devices connected to the internet is set to surpass 5 billion, driven by mobile and emerging tech sectors, predicts IMS Research.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Aug 2010
HP trademarks 'Palmpad'
Apple

HP trademarks 'Palmpad'

HP trademarks 'Palmpad', hinting at new handheld devices following its Palm acquisition. Future products may rival Apple's offerings, sources suggest.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2010
Popstar Prince rejects the internet (like it's 1999)
Unified Communications

Popstar Prince rejects the internet (like it's 1999)

Eccentric popstar Prince has announced that he no longer supports digital sales of his albums, or the internet in general.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2010
Play it safe
Malware

Play it safe

Businesses need to consider their employees' home security, especially when it comes to digital entertainment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2010
Distributor Soft Solutions launches own product
Disaster Recovery

Distributor Soft Solutions launches own product

Distributor Soft Solutions transitions to vendor, launching the Business Continuity Appliance to address SMEs' gaps in cost-effective hardware failure recovery.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Nov 2009
VoIP -Avoid the pitfalls, while navigating the VoIP labyrinth
Unified Communications

VoIP -Avoid the pitfalls, while navigating the VoIP labyrinth

Upgrading to a VoIP PBX system requires understanding the differences in communication technologies. IT Net World outlines the key factors.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2007
HP new updates
HP

HP new updates

HP revamps sales strategy with enticing incentives and new personalisable accessories, aiming to boost profits through product attachment.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Oct 2006
Revenge of the Nerds
Unified Communications

Revenge of the Nerds

Need a Nerd is redefining the techie image, boasting people skills, humour, and daily hygiene. Established in 2004, it aims for nationwide expansion.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Oct 2006
Networking in Schools - Accessing technology in the classroom
EduTech

Networking in Schools - Accessing technology in the classroom

New Zealand's schools are embracing ICT to enhance learning and administration, supported by up to NZD $70 million in annual funding from the government.

By Staff Writer • 12 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2006