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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 263

Cio

CIOs need to examine data center options now

Fri, 20th May 2016
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The time has come for IT professionals to thoroughly examine their data center options, with multiple demands on corporate CIOs never being greater.
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Digital services and technology vendors forced to change approach

Fri, 20th May 2016
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Digital marketing services and technology vendors are having to adapt their campaigns as customer demand changes, says a report by Technology Business Research.
Youth

Auckland Council launches Buzzed campaign to target city's youth

Fri, 20th May 2016
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Buzzed will feature stories designed to stimulate conversation on the real impacts of alcohol and drugs to inspire change.
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Christchurch Art Gallery website top of the tops

Fri, 20th May 2016
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Christchurch Art Gallery's revamped website dazzles, scoring top awards at the prestigious MAPDAs, affirming its innovative online presence.
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IPC ups its data center game with Nexcenter accreditation

Wed, 18th May 2016
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Philippines-based IPC has announced its flagship internet data center facility has been accredited as a Nexcenter network of data centers.
World

ESET holds ranking in security software market

Wed, 18th May 2016
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ESET solidifies its stance, ranked 5th in a stagnating security software market, boasting business segment growth.
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Google data centers receive makeovers

Wed, 18th May 2016
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Google aims to spruce up its data centers with murals by artists to draw attention to how information in the cloud works.
Phones

Tips and tricks on your iPhone 6s

Wed, 18th May 2016
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Discover iPhone 6s secrets: From 3D Touch to Siri offers, master your device with these 12 indispensable tips.
Decline

Telecom Infrastructure Services market slowly declining

Tue, 17th May 2016
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TIS market will decline slowly through 2020, but transformation related to softwaremediated networks and 5G boosts professional services.
Hap

Integrating customer experience + employee engagement programs crucial

Tue, 17th May 2016
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Blending employee and client feedback boosts satisfaction, Qualtrics reveals, urging companies to adopt a united approach for loyalty.
Cloud bro

Brocade migrates China Pharmaceutical University to the cloud

Tue, 17th May 2016
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The move sees CPU consolidate multiple server farms into a single cloud data center supported by a comprehensive IP networking solution from Brocade.
Construction

Solid foundation vital for smart security

Tue, 17th May 2016
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In order for a business to build a strong, secure network, they need to lay a solid foundation for the architecture to handle rapid changes.
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Taranaki to reap benefits of Spark 4G mobile coverage

Mon, 16th May 2016
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Spark brings 4G to Taranaki, improving mobile coverage for residents and visitors, including access to Rural Wireless Broadband.
Fitbit

My month with a new Fitbit: The Blaze

Mon, 16th May 2016
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Off the bat, the Blaze is a massive step up from Fitbit's other offerings. And that's saying a lot considering I am a huge fan of their products.
Flags

Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment

Mon, 16th May 2016
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Avaya appoints Peter Whitely as new account director for Federal Government in Australia to drive digital transformation.
Woman

Opinion: Is technology making us bad at our jobs?

Fri, 6th May 2016
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Tech reliance questioned as typo calamity exposes the perils of automated complacency in the modern workplace.
Puzzles

Double senior hire as Paessler AG bolsters APAC team

Thu, 5th May 2016
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The pair will collaborate closely on reinforcing the company's overall growth strategy to further expand its footprint across APAC.
Clouds

Zerto launches DR solution in IBM Cloud

Thu, 5th May 2016
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Zerto partners with IBM to launch new disaster recovery solution in the cloud, aiming to protect critical IT infrastructure and streamline business continuity.
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EMC names winners of the EMC Leaders of the Modern Data Center award

Wed, 4th May 2016
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EMC announces winners of its Modern Data Center Awards, including Verizon Labs, Etisalat MISR, Lightstorm Entertainment and The University of North Texas.
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IoT, SDDCs and consolidation impacting micro-mobile data center market

Wed, 4th May 2016
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The global micro-mobile data center market is expected to reach US$853 million by 2020, with three major trends influencing the market.