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46% of NZ businesses would rather lease ICT equipment
Thu, 25th Nov 2010
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datacentre infrastructure
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equico
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Nearly half of all New Zealand businesses are currently choosing to lease equipment rather than buy it, says a new report.
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Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB
Fri, 17th Sep 2010
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uc
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Communications Minister Steven Joyce tells Huawei technology summit that the benefits of UFB need to be publicised.
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Number of internet connected devices to pass five billion
Thu, 19th Aug 2010
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uc
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telco
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The number of devices connected to the internet is set to surpass 5 billion, driven by mobile and emerging tech sectors, predicts IMS Research.
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Aussies face more web laws
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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public cloud
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hyperscale
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cybersecurity
Australia mulls new web laws: ISPs may have to disconnect users without anti-virus or firewalls, sparking privacy and cost concerns.
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HP trademarks 'Palmpad'
Wed, 21st Jul 2010
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personal computing devices
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software
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hp
HP trademarks 'Palmpad', hinting at new handheld devices following its Palm acquisition. Future products may rival Apple's offerings, sources suggest.
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Popstar Prince rejects the internet (like it's 1999)
Wed, 7th Jul 2010
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uc
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telco
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itunes
Eccentric popstar Prince has announced that he no longer supports digital sales of his albums, or the internet in general.
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Play it safe
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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digital signage
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malware
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digital entertainment
Businesses need to consider their employees’ home security, especially when it comes to digital entertainment.
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Telecommunications 8 Review July 2010 industry voices Qualcomm Its a jungle out there
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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uc
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nz
2G. 3G. 4G. Anyone who has even momentarily lingered around the world of mobile broadband knows it can be a jungle of Gs – or generations – out there.
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Time to check your computer health
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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keyboard
Millions paid out for computer work-related injuries. Time to check your gear and habits for signs of OOS before it's too late.
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Appeal to rebuild Samoan Telecentres
Mon, 30th Nov 2009
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supply chain systems
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printing
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cloud services
An appeal has been launched to raise money to rebuild four Telecentres destroyed in the earthquake and tsunami that struck Samoa in September.
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Distributor Soft Solutions launches own product
Thu, 26th Nov 2009
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dr
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storagecraft
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cloud services
Distributor Soft Solutions transitions to vendor, launching the Business Continuity Appliance to address SMEs' gaps in cost-effective hardware failure recovery.
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High cost, low service
Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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uc
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software
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nz
The Beca Group, a professional services company, calls for improved data communications and broadband facilities in New Zealand for better productivity.
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Sightless online
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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storage
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telco
Blind entrepreneur Terry Bartlett from Dunedin boosts business independence through tech, co-developing a specialised CashManager for those without sight.
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VoIP -Avoid the pitfalls, while navigating the VoIP labyrinth
Thu, 1st Mar 2007
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firewalls
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uc
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vpns
Upgrading to a VoIP PBX system requires understanding the differences in communication technologies. IT Net World outlines the key factors.
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Revenge of the Nerds
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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uc
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it training
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wireless networks
Need a Nerd is redefining the techie image, boasting people skills, humour, and daily hygiene. Established in 2004, it aims for nationwide expansion.
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HP new updates
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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hp
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computers
HP revamps sales strategy with enticing incentives and new personalisable accessories, aiming to boost profits through product attachment.
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Networking in Schools - Accessing technology in the classroom
Mon, 17th Jul 2006
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edutech
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it training
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personal computing devices
New Zealand’s schools are embracing ICT to enhance learning and administration, supported by up to NZD $70 million in annual funding from the government.