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Work from Home (WFH) stories

In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.
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Logic unveils Visionhub to integrate AV tech for workspaces

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LOGIC launches Visionhub, a platform integrating AV tech to enhance collaboration in diverse workspaces, supporting seamless hybrid and remote teamwork.
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Yealink partners with Officeworks to offer headsets from AUD $63

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Yealink teams up with Officeworks to offer over 20 professional headset models for remote and hybrid workers, starting at AUD $63 across 162 Australian stores.
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UK government’s AI spend soars but data quality risks persist

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UK AI spend surged over 1,000% since 2018, yet experts warn poor data quality risks undermining government digital ambitions and service improvements.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech Brio 4K a webcam with cinematic flair

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Logitech's Brio 4K webcam combines sleek design with outstanding image quality, delivering near-cinematic video that enhances every call and stream effortlessly.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 wireless keyboard

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The Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 is a slim, solar-powered wireless keyboard that charges via ambient light, offering seamless multi-device use without battery hassles.
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NatWest boosts SME cyber resilience with NCRCG partnership

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NatWest partners with the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group to boost cyber security awareness for its staff supporting charities and SMEs across sectors.
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CyberSmart joins NCRCG to boost cyber resilience for UK SMEs

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CyberSmart has joined the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group as a National Ambassador to bolster cyberdefence for UK SMEs and their MSPs.
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Cyberattacks cost UK firms over GBP £10,000 as hybrid work rises

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With 28% of UK workers hybrid working, cyberattacks now cost firms over GBP £10,000 on average, raising urgent security concerns for remote staff.
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Dell unveils AI-powered Pro Plus Earbuds for hybrid work needs

Mon, 29th Sep 2025
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Dell launches Pro Plus Earbuds with AI-driven noise cancellation and Microsoft Teams certification, tailored for hybrid work and easy IT management.
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Exclusive: Check Point’s Gianluca Busco Arré on shaping hybrid security

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Hybrid work complexity drives companies to adopt unified SASE security platforms, boosting protection and performance across dispersed networks.
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L'Oréal named ambassador to boost SME cyber resilience in UK

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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L'Oréal UK and Ireland is the first beauty firm appointed National Ambassador to aid UK SMEs in strengthening cyber resilience and combating cyber crime.
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Hands-on review: BenQ ScreenBar Pro

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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The BenQ ScreenBar Pro offers remote workers a stylish, efficient desk light with 16 brightness levels and an auto sensor for NZD $299.
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CHERRY unveils quiet, sustainable keyboards for offices

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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CHERRY launches four quiet, sustainable mechanical keyboards from GBP £95, designed for modern offices and home working with wireless connectivity.
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UK set to ban ransomware payments in public sector crackdown

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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The UK plans to ban ransom payments in the public sector and mandate private firms to report such payments, aiming to curb rising ransomware attacks.
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Hybrid work drives surge in demand for managed SASE

Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
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Hybrid work drives Australian firms to boost adoption of managed Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions to tackle cyber threats and complexity challenges.
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Pushing the boundaries: how the channel powers hybrid and remote working

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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With 67% of UK adults hybrid working, Channel partners are key to supporting flexible work through cloud, cybersecurity and unified communications solutions.
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Samsung launches QD-OLED Smart Monitor M9 in Australia from AUD $2,499

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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Samsung launches its 32-inch QD-OLED Smart Monitor M9 in Australia, featuring 4K, 165Hz, and AI enhancements, starting at AUD $2,499.
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Working from home not to blame for Australia’s productivity slump

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Australia’s productivity slump is linked to outdated systems and processes, not working from home, says Australian Productivity Commission study.
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Australian firms cite connectivity costs as barrier to 5G adoption

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Australian businesses see high connectivity costs as a key barrier to 5G adoption, limiting innovation, productivity, and sustainability efforts nationwide.
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UK taps Altana for AI supply chain platform in GBP £8m deal

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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The UK government awards Altana a GBP £8m contract to deliver an AI-driven supply chain platform, enhancing policy and security across multiple departments.