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 257
BlackBerry Security Summit: New strategies for the communication firm
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
BlackBerry's CEO opens the BlackBerry Security Summit in New York, addressing a packed crowd of security, mobility and IT professionals.
IN PICS: Inside the BlackBerry Security Summit 2016
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
At the BlackBerry Security Summit in NYC, experts gather to tackle today's pressing digital threats, unveiling the giant's strategic vision.
Increased data breaches fueling WLAN security spend
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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cisco
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modernisation
An increase is WLAN infrastructure deployments and BYOD popularity are propelling growth in the WLAN security market.
Black Hat survey reveals critical security concerns facing enterprises
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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black hat
The most notable trends are issues related to future threats, a decreasing workforce and neglected spending priorities.
$8 million put aside for Newmarket School
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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ministry of education
Government allocates $8m redevelopment funding for Newmarket School in Auckland as part of plan to accommodate growing roll.
Is the Internet of Things officially mainstream?
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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uc
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iot
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industrial
Vodafone's IoT Barometer Report shows that 76% of companies see the Internet of Things as vital for their success.
Spark launches new data offering in response to 'gaming fever'
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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gaming
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uc
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data analytics
Spark's 2GB GO offering thrills gamers, doubling data for half the price during school hols amidst a Pokemon Go craze.
Security software on the rise, despite collective decline for top vendors
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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symantec
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ibm
The global security software market is on the rise, despite large vendors such as Symantec and Intel experiencing below-market growth.
Research reveals data center hardware vendors facing continued negative disruption
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cisco
Data center hardware vendors are facing disruption from software-led customer prioritisation, according to TBR.
Centralising admin vital to business success
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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martech
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marketing
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teradata
Businesses are being advised to centralise administration tasks to better focus on strategic and creative efforts that contribute to business success.
ComCom officially weighs in on Vodafone/Sky merger
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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uc
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commerce commission
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sky
The Commerce Commission has released its preliminary issues statement on the Vodafone/Sky merger, a deal that seeks to blend telecom and TV services in NZ.
Encouraging customer confidence in the Microsoft Cloud
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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microsoft
Microsoft is urging businesses to embrace cloud and hybrid solutions securely on their digital transformation journeys.
Fortinet looking for education and training partners across ANZ
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Cyber security firm Fortinet is seeking education partners in Australia and New Zealand to roll out its network security academy.
Fortinet data center security effectiveness near perfect, report finds
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Fortinet has achieved a near-perfect 99.9% rating in NSS Labs' latest data centre Intrusion Prevention System test, excelling in both security and value.
Microsoft WPC: Facebook jumps on Office 365 bandwagon
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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microsoft
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facebook
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wpc
Facebook heralds new era of productivity, choosing Microsoft's Office 365 to empower its global workforce and bolster security.
In pics: Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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microsoft
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wpc
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partners
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella kicked of WPC in Toronto, addressing the packed auditorium with a rousing keynote about embracing digital transformation.
Are Apple upgrades sabotaging older models?
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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ios
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apple
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e-waste & recycling
SumofUs claims Apple's iOS10 upgrade strategy is planned obsolescence, making older devices slower, according to a petition with over 150,000 signatures.
Robust security architecture vital to maximise resilience
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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ixia
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resilience
Ixia stresses the imperative of bolstering security structures, urging firms to revamp with prevention-focused measures for resilience.
Modern technologies disrupting server and storage revenue opportunities
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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converged infrastructure
Modernised initiatives including flash storage and hyperconverged platforms are continuing to disrupt server and storage revenue opportunity.
Collaboration key to business transformation, says Fronde
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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uc
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collaboration
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fronde
Effective collaboration is revolutionising businesses, says Fronde, with cloud-based tools facilitating real-time global teamwork and driving growth.