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Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 3

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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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Australia’s productivity slump is linked to outdated systems and processes, not working from home, says Australian Productivity Commission study.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.
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Hands-on Review: EPOS Impact 1000 headset game-changer for at home setups

Fri, 30th May 2025
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The EPOS Impact 1000 headset impresses with premium design, adaptive noise cancelling, long battery life and seamless multi-device connectivity for home working.
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Hands-on Review: Poly Voyager Surround 80 headset brings clarity and comfort

Thu, 29th May 2025
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The HP Poly Voyager Surround 80 headphones offer excellent call quality and comfort, making them ideal for hybrid workers needing reliable professional audio.
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Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.
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Synology launches AI Wi-Fi camera for Australia & NZ

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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Synology has launched the CC400W, its inaugural AI Wi-Fi camera, introducing a new era of smart surveillance for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
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Gloucester tops UK cities for reliable broadband, Belfast lags

Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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A new study by Broadband Genie reveals Gloucester leads the UK in reliable broadband, while Belfast struggles with over 51% of users facing outages.
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Hands-on Review: CyberPower 1360VA PFC Sinewave UPS

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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The CyberPower 1360VA PFC Sinewave UPS is a compact yet powerful solution for home offices, priced at approximately AUD $450, offering vital surge protection and battery backup.
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Zyxel launches updated GS-100 switches for small offices

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Zyxel Networks has launched the revamped GS-100 series of compact Gigabit Ethernet switches, ideal for small office environments, offering eco-friendly, high-speed connectivity.
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UK unveils bold plan to tackle cybercrime with new rules

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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The UK Government has unveiled plans to tackle cybercrime, proposing a ban on ransomware payments for public bodies and a new reporting framework.
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Australian workers' productivity dips in summer months

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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A survey reveals 45% of Australian workers experience reduced productivity in summer, as many struggle to fully disconnect from work during holidays.
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Hands-on Review: Epson EcoTank ET-4850 printer

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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The Epson EcoTank ET-4850 is a revolutionary all-in-one printer, eliminating ink cartridges for significant cost savings and eco-friendly printing.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech launches POP Icon Keys

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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Logitech has unveiled the POP Icon Keys, a stylish and customisable keyboard that merges vibrant design with advanced functionality for modern professionals.
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Australian firms leading remote work shift by 2025

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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A report shows 83% of Australian firms plan to hire over 60% of their workforce remotely by 2025, highlighting a shift towards flexible work strategies.
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Wasting money on useless tech? Cut costs by preventing sprawl

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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With mid-sized firms averaging 255 apps and enterprises up to 664, tech sprawl is draining budgets and hurting productivity, urging firms to take control.
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HP appointed national ambassador for cyber resilience group

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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HP has been named a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, supporting cybersecurity for UK SMEs.
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How embracing AI could help your IT department support remote workers more effectively?

Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Say goodbye to helpdesk bottlenecks and interminable ticket queues and hello to enhanced productivity across the enterprise.
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Hands-on Review: CyberPower OLS1000ERT2UA UPS

Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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The CyberPower OLS1000ERT2UA UPS impresses with its versatile design and robust power protection, ideal for both home offices and corporate IT setups.
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Trustify named National Ambassador for cyber resilience in UK

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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Trustify named a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, joining firms like Aviva and Microsoft to bolster UK cyber resilience efforts.