New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 242

Starting 26th October, New Zealand residents, young and old can compete for the title of the fastest texter and become the inaugural New Zealand TXT Champion.

A new software system launched this week allows users to input data and then offers decision-making 'support' based on a psychological approach.

Altech has been selected as a Fujitsu distributor in New Zealand in order to grow the company's New Zealand presence.

APC unveils its containerised Datapod at the Auckland Roadshow, promising data centres assembled in hours and full delivery within six weeks.

New Zealand's Plant and Food Research has adopted SAP to unify its IT systems post-merger, enhancing efficiency for its global staff and diverse projects.

Programme Manager for Broadband Investment Ralph Chivers won't be applying for the CEO position of Crown Fibre Holdings .

ICT Minister Steven Joyce and the Telecommunications Carriers Forum (TCF) are working to establish national standards for the ultra-fast broadband rollout.

Datastor acquires exclusive nationwide distribution rights for Symantec's entire product line in New Zealand, including Altiris solutions.

[UPDATED] Orcon today launched what it claims is New Zealand's first locally-developed cloud computing service.

SEEK launches new campaign in NZ featuring profiles of people with unusual jobs to bring the largest audience of jobseekers.

Acronis has launched the first backup and recovery software optimised for netbooks, priced at AUD $39.99 and supporting multiple Windows versions.

Despite economic headwinds, 70% of NZ CIOs are forging ahead with investments in server virtualisation, cloud computing, and web 2.0 projects, says IDC.

Telecom CEO Paul Reynolds argues rural service is uneconomic, despite investing USD $200 million annually; Vodafone insists rural customers are crucial.

Astaro and Seccom Global forge a partnership to bolster cloud solutions across Australia and New Zealand, aiming for revenue growth and strategic expansion.

As New Zealand steps into 2010, a surge in high-speed broadband promises to revolutionise education. Louis van Wyk explores this transformative potential.

Compass Communications announced last month it will deploy WiMAX broadband to customers in 15 towns and cities around New Zealand.

Telecom's network division Chorus installed its 1000th cabinet last month, of which 400 have been installed in Auckland.

The Reclaim: the environmentally friendly smartphone that's not just green in colour. Perfect for the eco-conscious consumer.

Ziln TV, a new Internet TV service from New Zealand, offers free streaming of local and international content, with options to purchase favourite shows.

Microsoft is set to release Microsoft Security Essentials, a free anti-malware tool designed to enhance Windows security, launching tomorrow in 19 countries.