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Bendigo gains 'hospital in the cloud' using Microsoft technologies
Digital Transformation

Bendigo gains 'hospital in the cloud' using Microsoft technologies

A DX project has helped the new Bendigo Hospital streamlined processes and workflow, optimising outcomes and providing patient transparency.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017
Australia punching above its weight in fight against malware, Microsoft report says
Malware

Australia punching above its weight in fight against malware, Microsoft report says

In the second quarter of 2016, 13% of Australian computers encountered malware attacks, compared to the worldwide rate of 20.8%.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2017

Global Stories

VMware and Google provide Chrome management capabilities
Virtualisation

VMware and Google provide Chrome management capabilities

VMware teams up with Google, bringing Chrome OS into its endpoint management fold, promising simplified IT oversight and robust security.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
Three AI projects that come close to making HAL 9000 a reality
Artificial Intelligence

Three AI projects that come close to making HAL 9000 a reality

Echoes of HAL 9000: Explore three AIs transforming daily life with brainy to virtual assistance, without the sci-fi rebellion.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
Microsoft underlines allegiance to the channel
Partner Programmes

Microsoft underlines allegiance to the channel

At Computex 2017, Microsoft has highlighted its commitment to the channel with new opportunities to drive growth and customer demand.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2017
Even more tips for staying safe online: There's no such thing as too safe!
Malware

Even more tips for staying safe online: There's no such thing as too safe!

Post-WannaCry era prompts urgent call for cyber vigilance, with crucial online safety tips revealed. Stay secure, stay updated!.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2017
Big changes in the infosec landscape: Time to take note and take action
Malware

Big changes in the infosec landscape: Time to take note and take action

Do you like RDP? Good. So do attackers. Wait? What?! Yes, attackers love your weakly-defended RDP port as the payoff can be huge.

By Michael Aguilar • 5 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017
Microsoft embraces Android and iOS in new Windows update
Microsoft

Microsoft embraces Android and iOS in new Windows update

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update bridges the gap, integrating features for seamless Android and iOS interoperability.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Fri, 12th May 2017
Zero day distributing FINSPY espionage malware and LATENTBOT malware
Malware

Zero day distributing FINSPY espionage malware and LATENTBOT malware

FireEye recently identified a vulnerability – CVE-2017-0199 – that allows a malicious actor to download and execute a Visual Basic script.

By Ben Read and Jonathan Leathery • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2017
It's time to finally say goodbye to Windows XP. And Vista. Again.
Malware

It's time to finally say goodbye to Windows XP. And Vista. Again.

On April 8 it was three years since Microsoft ended its extended support for Windows XP. 8% of desktop users worldwide still run the operating system.

By Ondrej Kubovič • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2017
Windows rolls out new update - good news for creatives and gamers
Gaming

Windows rolls out new update - good news for creatives and gamers

Microsoft recently announced the next major update to Windows 10, known as the 'Creators Update', in an attempt to usurp Apple in creative circles.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2017
Windows OS is still full of holes, but Microsoft's making serious efforts to fix it
Malware

Windows OS is still full of holes, but Microsoft's making serious efforts to fix it

ESET shows that the Windows operating system is continuing to be a breeding ground for vulnerabilities, but patches are never far behind.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jan 2017
Ransomware: Expert advice on how to keep safe and secure
Malware

Ransomware: Expert advice on how to keep safe and secure

Paying criminals is never a good idea, even when it seems expedient. Ransomware authors are under no obligation to give you back what you pay.

By Lisa Myers • 7 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2016
Hands-on Review: Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac
Virtualisation

Hands-on Review: Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac

Applications such as Parallels Desktop 12 aim to make your life a whole lot easier by running Virtual Machines (VMs) within your Mac environment.

By Greig Strafford • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Sep 2016
From the Dark Side turn you must: Alternatives to Windows 10
Microsoft

From the Dark Side turn you must: Alternatives to Windows 10

Pat Pilcher has just published an article aptly entitled, Windows 10 is horrible. So what are the alternatives? Owen McCarthy investigates..

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2016
Opinion: Windows 10 is horrible
Microsoft

Opinion: Windows 10 is horrible

In the past, I've been called a Microsoft fan boy, hell I was even one of the MCs when Microsoft launched Vista in NZ.

By Patrick Pilcher • 9 min read • Tue, 30th Aug 2016

Stories from Other Regions

School IT procurement survey finds out which tech wins
Windows

School IT procurement survey finds out which tech wins

A recent survey has asked schools what their IT preferences are for digital devices in the classroom. Which product would be best for you?.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2017