Australian Stories

AU govt echoes HP's recall of potentially fiery laptop batteries

The ACCC has reiterated HP's recall with one of its own in an attempt to get Aussie consumers to check and replace their batteries if needed.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2018

Firewalls

Warbiking tour reveals the Aussie city with stellar WiFi security

Perth's WiFi security leads the nation, with 94% of networks using WPA/WPA2 protocols after a Sophos warbiking tour. Experts urge cities to follow suit.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018

Firewalls

How businesses can prepare for the Notifiable Data Breaches legislation

Australian organisations are likely to embrace mandatory data breach reporting requirements and most businesses believe it should be mandatory.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2018

Encryption

Interview: Randtronics' take on encryption - and why quantum computing is not a threat

Randtronics founder Bob Adhar explains why encryption is indispensable in cybersecurity and how the firm is bracing for quantum computing's emergence.

By Robin Block • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018

Global Stories

Digital Entertainment

Make music from the comfort of Chrome

Google's latest Chrome Music Lab update enhances music education with new hands-on experiments, accessible directly from your web browser.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Mar 2018

PC Hardware

IDC says there's a silver lining behind ongoing PC decline

Despite the personal computing devices market posting another decline in 2017, IDC says there are a number of positive aspects to take advantage of.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2018

Gaming

Hands on impressions with Full Ace Tennis Simulator on Steam

2018 we already saw the release of AO Tennis for PS4 and Xbox One and now the PC is getting a new tennis game called Full Ace Tennis Simulator.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2018

PC Hardware

MacBook watch out, Huawei sets sights on PC market

Huawei takes aim at Apple's MacBook with its new MateBook X Pro, featuring a FullView Display, powerful specs, and innovative privacy features.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2018

Marketing Technologies

Learn how to bring data to life anywhere, anytime

Even if you have no previous experience with the programme, you can join the course as Dan starts you off from the very basics.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2018

Hybrid & Remote Work

Polycom on workplace diversity and multi-generational workforces in Australia

66% of Australia's population, an estimated 11.8 million people aged between 15 and 64 years - now make up our workforce.

By Tony Simonsen • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2018

Artificial Intelligence

Unlocking the benefits of leading a multi-generational workforce

Diversity – and not just gender diversity – brings different ideas, backgrounds, and assumptions to the table.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018

Marketing Technologies

Upskilling made easy with remote online courses

In the modern workplace having a team of digital experts is vital, however, training is costly and very often time-consuming.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2018

Encryption

Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss

IBM estimates the cost of a data breach is $3.62m, highlighting the importance of encryption - COMPAREX UK's expert on the matter provides his advice.

By Alex Dalglish • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018

Lenovo

Detachable tablets return to growth while slate tablets continue decline

Growth for the overall year just remained positive with 1.6 percent year over year growth in 2017, a sharp drop from the 24 percent growth in 2016.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018

Phishing

Why the C-suite must not be exempt from cyber defense training

Some C-suite executives do not think they need training or education to spot attacks because they don't think they would ever fall for an attack.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2018

Intel

Corporate users warned Intel AMT flaw has 'destructive' potential

Anyone who gains physical access to a machine could create a backdoor in less than 30 seconds and use the backdoor to remotely monitor activities.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Internet of Things

Is the IoT putting Kiwis at risk?

As Kiwis embrace IoT devices, a new Trend Micro report reveals a surge in cybersecurity threats, with homes at risk due to poor security measures.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Mar 2018

Distributed Denial of Service

How your smart home gadgets are putting you at risk – and what you can do about it

You wouldn't openly leave your front door and your wallet open for burglars, so why would you leave your entire home unsecured from cyber threats?.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Mar 2018

Microsoft

Microsoft Elevate: Exploring Everyday Lane

Ingram Micro NZ and Microsoft Elevate's Everyday Lane - five booths, each designed to show real-world applications of a few features of Microsoft 365.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2018

Cybersecurity

Kiwis' contradictory habits costing millions in cybercrime damage

New Zealanders lost more than $177 million to cybercrime last year but it seems people are not paying enough attention.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018