About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 354
Cisco leads the way in growing security appliance market
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Security appliance market continuing on its growth trajectory for the first half of 2015, with Cisco continuing to lead the market.
Fujitsu delivers Cloud Backup as a Service for hybrid IT
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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hybrid cloud
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cloud services
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fujitsu
Fujitsu launches Cloud Backup as a Service Rapid Recovery Appliance, providing faster, more secure data protection.
New Zealand Security Conference and Exhibition comes to Auckland
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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risk management
The annual NZ Security Conference and Exhibition comes to Auckland this November, bringing with it a range of international speakers and presentations.
Smart wristwear driving wearables market, Apple Watch OS to lead
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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wearables
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apple
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analyst report
A growing list of vendors, proliferation of devices, price points and steady consumer adoption will fuel growth in the worldwide market for wearables.
Eaton and SimpliVity deliver power management solution
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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simplivity
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eaton
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acquisition
Eaton's integrated power management solutions have been validated to operate with SimpliVity's hyperconverged infrastructure solution.
Vodafone confirms dates for iPhone 6s and 6s Plus availability
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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uc
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apple
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apple iphone
Vodafone confirms iPhone 6s and 6s Plus will be available from Friday, September 25 starting at $0 on a 24-month term.
Northland Regional Council upgrades website for cool $35,000
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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cloud services
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government
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websites
The Northland Regional Council has launched a refreshed version of its website, costing $35,000, to make it easier to access information and services.
Is SIAM the white knight for IT service management?
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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itsm
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telsyte
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siam
Businesses may have been unknowingly setting up their IT Service Management (ITSM) initiatives for failure, but SIAM could be the solution.
Mobile security threats and trends, according to Gartner
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
The threats to mobile security have not changed, but the consequences have, warns Dionisio Zumerle, research director at Gartner.
NZ First calls out government on rural broadband in Southland
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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uc
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government
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rural broadband initiative
While the government claims its Rural Broadband Initiative is a success in Southland, their two local MPs say it's a failure, according to NZ First.
Bitdefender to release new product line in 2016
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
The new product line uses machine learning algorithms to enable the system to fight off new and unknown threats.
Your business continuity plan may be costing you
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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dr
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cloud services
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business continuity
An effective business continuity strategy can be challenging due to various factors that can disrupt operations, according to CenturyLink.
New Apple products to put a strain on Wi-Fi and data
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
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apple
The new wave of Apple products released today will put increasing demands on data, with smart Wi-Fi Networks key to unlocking their full potential.
iOS 9 just days away
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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ios
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple confirms iOS 9 release date of 16 September, promising improved Siri features and powerful search capabilities.
New OS and heaps of colours for Apple Watch
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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wearables
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple has introduced the first major software update for the Apple Watch, with new features as well as a new range of Apple Watch cases and bands.
New Apple TV finally revealed
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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apple
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apple tv
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technology gifts
Apple has unveiled the long-awaited revamp of Apple TV, bringing with it Siri, a touch screen remote and its very own App Store.
Polycom advances voice, video and content with new release
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
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microsoft lync
RealPresence Group Series 5.0 will feature direct interoperability with both Skype for Business and Microsoft Lync, for enhanced collaboration.
Australian SMEs striving for improved operational efficiency
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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supply chain
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oki data
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sme
Australian SMEs are striving for improved operational efficiency, despite believing their businesses are already being run efficiently, says OKI Data Australia.
Rapid adoption of 5G from 2025, according to new research
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Rapid adoption of 5G will occur from 2025, according to Juniper Research, which says active connections will represent a threefold increase from 2024.
3CX releases latest update to phone system
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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uc
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cx
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martech
In its latest move, 3CX releases v14 of its phone system, enhancing user experience with new features and improved functionality.