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Game changer: New Aussie start-up tech translates conversations in seconds
Wireless Networks

Game changer: New Aussie start-up tech translates conversations in seconds

Lingmo International launches Translate One2One, an earpiece powered by IBM Watson, to overcome language barriers.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2017

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Cybercrime: What to expect for the rest of 2017 and how to prepare
Malware

Cybercrime: What to expect for the rest of 2017 and how to prepare

​So far this year we have already borne witness to a multitude of serious cybercrime. NordVPN has provided insights for what the second half may hold.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2017
Kiwis flirt with trouble through our love of public WiFi – here's how VPNs can make us safer
Virtual Private Networks

Kiwis flirt with trouble through our love of public WiFi – here's how VPNs can make us safer

Public WiFi is an irresistible concept. The internet is at your fingertips, often at no cost, and your Facebook is just a tap away.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017
Who's that in your network? Security strategies to take control of every user group
Wireless Networks

Who's that in your network? Security strategies to take control of every user group

The retail sector is one of the most lucrative sectors for cyber attackers. SonicWall can help you navigate the challenges & build a security system.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017
Securing your unified communications: Three key considerations
Unified Communications

Securing your unified communications: Three key considerations

Surprisingly, attacks against unified communications (UC) are some of the fastest growing and most misunderstood threats organizations face today.

By Kevin Riley • 5 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017
4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks
Unified Communications

4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks

Apple accelerates into the 5G future with a licence to test cutting-edge networks, potentially leaving 4.5G in the dust.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017
'Most technologically advanced stadia ever built' - Tottenham partners with HPE
Partner Programmes

'Most technologically advanced stadia ever built' - Tottenham partners with HPE

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has been singled out as a key partner in forming one of the most technologically advanced stadia ever built.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jul 2017
Fortinet's top tips for cultivating situational awareness of cyber threats
Firewalls

Fortinet's top tips for cultivating situational awareness of cyber threats

IT professionals urged to improve situational awareness to better defend against cyber threats, says cybersecurity provider Fortinet.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jul 2017
The Leica TL2 camera has an integrated Wi-Fi module for on-the-spot transferring of images
Wireless Networks

The Leica TL2 camera has an integrated Wi-Fi module for on-the-spot transferring of images

Leica's TL2 camera, sculpted from aluminium, debuts with Wi-Fi for instant image sharing and 4K video prowess, redefining connectivity in photography.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017
Auckland Council, Spark open their final community basketball court in Glen Innes
Wireless Networks

Auckland Council, Spark open their final community basketball court in Glen Innes

Auckland Council hopes that the free Wi-Fi at this basketball court will encourage the community to increase their physical activity.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017
Forget proprietary hardware in the data centre, Verizon has a new solution
Edge Computing

Forget proprietary hardware in the data centre, Verizon has a new solution

Instead of purchasing and installing proprietary hardware in their data centres, customers can now get enterprise-level network capability.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Jun 2017
D-Link snaps up former Xirrus, Netgear manager for new role
Wireless Networks

D-Link snaps up former Xirrus, Netgear manager for new role

D-Link has snapped up former Xirrus and Netgear manager Phil Tarbox as it seeks to drive grow its business solutions foothold via its local channel.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Jun 2017
Who provides the best Internet? Broadband Compare Awards are here
Unified Communications

Who provides the best Internet? Broadband Compare Awards are here

The Broadband Compare Awards launch this week in response to the increasingly diversified Kiwi market of more than 100 Internet providers.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2017
Top tips to secure your home wifi network from net nasties
Firewalls

Top tips to secure your home wifi network from net nasties

Your home internet network is become more and more vulnerable. Here's what you can do to help protect it from hackers and other net nasties.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2017
Track stolen items in real-time: Aruba launches new asset tracking solution
Wireless Networks

Track stolen items in real-time: Aruba launches new asset tracking solution

Organisations worldwide lose millions of dollars every year on misplaced inventory - 25% of hospital staff time is wasted looking for these items.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

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Dicker Data NZ and Aerohive to part company
Wireless Networks

Dicker Data NZ and Aerohive to part company

After nearly two years, Dicker Data NZ and Aerohive mutually agree to sever ties, focusing on long-term goals.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017
WiFi coming to select Air New Zealand flights starting now
Wireless Networks

WiFi coming to select Air New Zealand flights starting now

Air New Zealand introduces WiFi on overseas flights, commencing with a new Boeing 787 service to enhance customer experience.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Jun 2017