About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Sara - Page 16
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is ThousandEyes?
Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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digital transformation
TechDay has launched a new video series, 10 Minute IT Jams, providing insights into technology companies in the Asia-Pacific region.
Cybercrims' web skimming strategies taint web analytics platforms
Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Cybercriminals are using legitimate web analytics platforms like Google Analytics to steal credit card details and personal information.
'They don't make things like they used to' - why devices aren't built to last
Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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tablets
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e-waste & recycling
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unsw
Apple accused of encouraging obsolescence, says UNSW industrial design expert. Manufacturers should do more to make products last longer.
Why DX is not complete without a transformed security architecture
Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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cloud security
A cloud-first strategy needs a reimagined security architecture to address new traffic patterns and security challenges, Silver Peak advises.
Surge in encrypted malware prompts warning about detection strategies
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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encryption
Massive surge in malware delivery over encrypted connections, with 67% of all malware delivered via HTTPS, says WatchGuard report.
CFOs forge on ahead with global expansion
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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data analytics
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planning
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bi
While almost half (45%) say they are expanding globally or plan to do so within the next year, 9% say they will wait another year.
Cambium Networks rolls out Wi-Fi 6 & fixed wireless solutions
Thu, 25th Jun 2020
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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supply chain
Cambium Networks declares wireless as the new fibre internet, with the rise of Wi-Fi 6 and new fixed wireless technologies.
HPE announces new Ezmeral & GreenLake edge-to-cloud services
Wed, 24th Jun 2020
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devops
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hyperscale
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apm
HPE unveils new Ezmeral and GreenLake edge-to-cloud services, promising to drive data-driven transformation with automation, insights, and app modernisation.
HPE expands GreenLake cloud services for partners
Wed, 24th Jun 2020
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
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cloud services
HPE unveils an expanded GreenLake cloud services suite, empowering its 700 partners to deliver rapid, scalable solutions and boost orders by 47%.
It's about time! Crash Bandicoot is back and looking better than ever
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
Everyone's favourite orange bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot, is back after 24 years in a new platformer game called Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time.
Australians keen to continue working from home, study finds
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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wfh
A Redback Connect poll reveals 86% of Australians who worked from home during the pandemic wish to continue, with 73% of employers open to it.
Cloud-scale connectivity with consistent security
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Enterprise demand for SD-WAN is surging, expected to hit USD $5.25 billion by 2023 as companies seek scalable, secure WAN solutions.
Research trials new way to stop voice spoofers in their tracks
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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biometrics
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cybersecurity
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voice
CSIRO's Data61 has developed Void, a pioneering tech to detect voice spoofing in assistants like Alexa and Siri, addressing rising cybersecurity concerns.
Rewiring corporate networks for the remote working age
Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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sdn
Remote workforces need to access corporate networks from their homes, which means those networks need to be more flexible and scalable than ever before.
Autistic-majority IT services company celebrates Autistic Pride Day
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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software development
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autism
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it careers
those in technology consultant and IT service professional roles reported higher confidence, autonomy, and wellbeing.
Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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martech
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fleet management
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microsoft
Google partners with Parallels to bring Windows apps, including Microsoft Office, to Chrome Enterprise, enhancing Chromebook functionality later this year.
Circular IT management could save the industry - and the planet
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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notebook
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it management
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e-waste & recycling
Circular IT management is possible, and it could save hundreds of millions of old IT products from ending up in landfills and polluting the earth.
Cloudera extends the data cloud experience - everywhere
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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martech
Cloudera has launched CDP Private Cloud, enabling enterprises to link on-premise private clouds to hybrid clouds securely, in partnership with Red Hat.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Who is DataRobot?
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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robots
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data analytics
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martech
In TechDay's latest video series, 10 Minute IT Jams, DataRobot's Asia Pacific GM Tim Young delves into the company's AI-driven solutions and strategic outlook.
Hands-on Review: LEGO Super Mario
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
The LEGO Super Mario range offers a cute and blocky version of Mario with a wide range of options to choose from. See the full range here.