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Asustor integrates NAS operating system with Linux in new solution

Fri, 15th Sep 2017
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Asustor unveils Linux Center, transforming NAS systems with seamless Linux integration and a bounty of new apps for users.
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Windows 10 security solutions powerless against 'bashware'

Thu, 14th Sep 2017
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Every security solution on the market may be completely powerless to stop a vulnerability that could allow any malware to bypass Windows 10 systems.
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New version of SambaCry spotted in the wild: Linux users urged to update OS

Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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Linux users face fresh cyber threat as new SambaCry variant emerges; experts urge immediate system updates to thwart attacks.
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Could Blockchain technology disrupt everything?

Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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Miners race to solve a cryptographic puzzle, which completes the next transaction (or block) on the chain, in hopes of capturing the coin reward.
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Cybersecurity battleground shifting to Linux and web servers - report

Wed, 5th Jul 2017
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WatchGuard found that despite an overall drop in general malware detection for the quarter, Linux malware made up more than 36% of the top threats.
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Fujitsu & SUSE unveil Linux service - as global adoption & demand increases

Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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The service comes at a time where demand for higher-level support services and adoption of Linux operating systems globally are growing.
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Amnesia malware forms DVR botnet and wipes virtual machines

Wed, 12th Apr 2017
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'Amnesia', the new IoT botnet variant of 'Tsunami' targets an unpatched remote code execution vulnerability in DVR devices made by TVT Digital.
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Record software sales for IGEL bring new focus for website and brand message

Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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IGEL's record software sales spur a brand refresh, highlighting their heritage in innovative software solutions.
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Red Hat unveils 'secure, reliable and innovative' Linux platform

Wed, 23rd Nov 2016
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Red Hat launches Enterprise Linux 7.3, boosting enterprise IT with enhanced security and disaster recovery innovations.
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Trend Micro shows that Linux systems not so bulletproof against trojans

Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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Trend Micro says it's not all smooth sailing for Linux users, as its open source based operating system is increasingly vulnerable to cyber attacks.
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CDNetworks explains the brute force of XOR.DDoS attacks

Thu, 11th Aug 2016
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The XOR.DDoS creates huge volumes of of data and meaningless strings in a SYN flood attack, crippling Linux PCs - and Windows too, says CDNetworks.
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Myth-busting the open source cloud

Thu, 5th Nov 2015
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Open source cloud is ready for prime time – and the enterprise, says Hewlett Packard Enterprise's Aman Neil Dokania. He explains why.
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ESET uncovers new Linux/Moose malware threat

Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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ESET has discovered a new threat from the Linux/Moose malware family that is generating fake activity on social networks.
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2015 Linux Conference kicks off in Auckland

Mon, 12th Jan 2015
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Many open source geeks from across the globe are gathering in Auckland to meet their fellow technologists to share the latest ideas and innovations.
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Top Linux Conference about to descend on Auckland

Mon, 22nd Dec 2014
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Tech titans gather at Auckland's LinuxConf, a pivotal moment for NZ's tech scene, featuring Linus Torvalds. Tickets still up for grabs.
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Linus Torvalds to lead LCA 2015 keynote session

Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Linus Torvalds set to headline LCA 2015 in Auckland, engaging in a Q&A session on open source advancements and Linux kernel insights.
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Docker feels heat from competitors Joyent and Linux

Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Docker faces stiff competition as Joyent and Linux's Canonical deploy open-source container tech, heating up the virtualisation market.
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Go back in time with the new Suse Linux Enterprise Server

Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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Suse Linux Enterprise Server 12 introduces time-travel with system snapshots and rollback, revolutionising system admin errors.
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First we had heartbleed, now we're shellshocked

Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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Security companies warn businesses to patch vulnerable systems as a new bug, named Shellshocked, affects Linux and Unix systems.
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Open source boost as Linux Conference heads to Auckland

Tue, 15th Jul 2014
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Seen as a meeting place for the free and open source software communities, the Linux Conference is set to be held at the University of Auckland early next year.