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Over the last decade the IT world has seen a mass transition from in-house computer assets to everything-as-a-service in the cloud, with hardware, platform and services now all commonly cloud-resident. Ideally positioned to support distributed working and working from home, most major players are currently moving or planning to move more than half of their operations to the cloud. The current direction of travel is to multi-cloud deployment, seen as providing greater flexibility, specialisation and security. The main bumps in the road have shown up in skills shortages reported by many organisations, complexity leading to misconfiguration and the need to operate and integrate multiple security dashboards. Consequently, third-party cloud security providers are a hot growth area.
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On a war drive

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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War driving reveals Auckland's exposed wi-fi spots. Though encryption rates have improved since our last test, security complacency remains a key issue.
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Manga-nificent!

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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If you like comics, you've probably heard of 'manga'. It's a unique comic style developed in Japan that appeals to readers of all ages.
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A living news feed

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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Google is teaming up with The New York Times and The Washington Post to revolutionise web news by launching Google Living Stories, an interactive news platform.
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SaaS – a money-spinner

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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Businesses increasingly adopt SaaS for streamlined security and operational savings, driving growth in the managed messaging security sector by over 30%.
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Storage solutions for improving business continuity

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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Ensuring data availability and rapid recovery from disasters is crucial for business continuity. Explore the top storage solutions transforming IT resilience.
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Going Virtual

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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There are going to be more and more cloud vendors starting to open their services to allow easy transition as the market becomes more mature.
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Moving into the open

Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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Businesses and schools are increasingly transitioning to open source software, drawn by lower costs and a lighter digital footprint.
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Rural women slam govt broadband plan

Tue, 26th Jan 2010
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The organisation that represents rural households is calling on the government to rethink its $300 million plan to upgrade rural broadband infrastructure.
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Google attack an inside job?

Wed, 20th Jan 2010
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Google probes potential insider assistance in China HQ breach, suspects aimed at accessing dissidents' emails. McAfee points to spear phishing attack.
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Facebook teams with McAfee

Fri, 15th Jan 2010
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Facing recent security challenges, Facebook has partnered with McAfee to offer 350 million users six months of free virus protection, followed by discounts.
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Iran publishes Web site blacklist

Fri, 8th Jan 2010
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Iran has blacklisted numerous Web sites, including those with adult content, critical views of the government, and those considered a threat to societal morals.
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2010 'the year of the cloud'

Thu, 7th Jan 2010
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More than 70% of SMEs plan to switch to cloud computing within the next five years, according to a study carried out by British ISP Easynet Connect.
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A peek at Google's Chrome OS

Fri, 1st Jan 2010
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Google showcases its upcoming Chrome OS for netbooks, promising web-based apps, enhanced security, and cloud storage, set for release next year.
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Microsoft announces NZ release for Wireless N adaptor

Thu, 17th Dec 2009
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Microsoft's NZ launch of the Wireless N adaptor boosts Xbox 360's wireless speed and coverage, promising enhanced gaming and HD streaming.
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Motorola announces new channel manager

Tue, 15th Dec 2009
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Motorola appoints Neale Joseph as the new General Manager of Channel Partner Sales in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost 2010 sales.
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Symantec CEO's pledge to smaller businesses, resellers

Mon, 14th Dec 2009
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Symantec CEO Enrique Salem pledges ongoing support to SMBs and resellers, emphasising the critical role of partners in reaching these segments.
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Telecom apologises for ongoing XT outage

Mon, 14th Dec 2009
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Telecom is apologising for a massive outage that continues to affect the XT Network south of Taupo today, blaming it on a 'technical fault'.
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NZ's top holiday spot gets free WiFi

Fri, 11th Dec 2009
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This summer, Mt Maunganui's golden sands offer more than memories; visitors can enjoy free WiFi, promising faster surfing, courtesy of EOL.
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Hitachi launches virtual conference on cloud computing

Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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Making sure the industry has got the facts on cloud computing clear is the goal of a new virtual conference launched by Hitachi Data Systems Corporation.
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Code prompts new era of IT professionalism

Wed, 2nd Dec 2009
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Acceptable and good IT practices have been put on paper with the release of a new IT Code of Practice for New Zealand IT professionals.