Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 45
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.
ESET launches resource to protect remote workers during COVID-19
Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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ESET has released a security checklist to help Australian and New Zealand businesses transition to remote working securely.
CompTIA launches COVID-19 resources forum for tech industry
Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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IT and tech industry forum CompTIA has created an interactive online forum dedicated to serving technology firms and workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
8x8 video conference usage up 1000%
Sat, 4th Apr 2020
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8x8 Video Meetings platform sees monthly active users reach nearly 4.5 million worldwide, as video conferencing adoption accelerates.
HPE announces new virtual desktop solutions in wake of COVID-19
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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HPE unveils new initiatives and solutions to support remote working, including a more powerful virtual desktop infrastructure solution.
Microsoft Azure virtual desktop solution ideal for remote working, Empired states
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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Businesses should be considering connectivity and physical equipment when it comes to remote working plans. A tool such as WVD can help, Empired states.
Survey reveals Australians' appetite for remote working
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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The survey quizzed 1,000 office-working Australians, as well as participants in France, Germany, Italy and the UK, and was completed between 23 and 26 March.
Vodafone seeing traffic increasing up to 100% more than February
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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Vodafone says it has added more capacity and has changed the way it manages voice and data traffic across the network.
Acronis mobilises the home office in the remote working age
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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One of the biggest changes for Acronis, like many companies, is the transition that allows all employees to work from home.
Interview: ManageEngine's VP says legacy remote solutions aren't cutting it
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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ManageEngine's VP Rajesh Ganesan says legacy VPNs lack the necessary security for today's remote working needs, promoting their advanced remote solutions.
Google Cloud says it's ready for the coming strain on infrastructure
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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The cloud giant says that they are working with governments and network operators around the world to minimise stress on the system.
COVID-19: Adobe unveils index to track changes in consumer behaviour
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Adobe launches its Digital Economy Index to monitor shifts in consumer behaviour caused by COVID-19, revealing a 3% rise in digital purchasing power.
NetFoundry offers free cloud networking to businesses in need
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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NetFoundry offers its Cloud Native Networking Platform free for three months to vital sectors amid COVID-19, enhancing security and connectivity.
Aussies keen to go remote, but businesses may not be prepared
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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A recent survey has shown that most Australian workers are finding remote work a boon, but businesses need to stay on top of tech to make it work.
Working from home? Accessorise your home office for efficiency
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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As COVID-19 lockdowns extend, enhance your home office in Australia and New Zealand with ergonomic and stylish tech accessories like those from Twelve South.
Forrester's guide to staying savvy in the world of COVID-19
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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Remote working, charting business outlook and CX are covered in this piece filled with advice for operating in the world of the pandemic.
How companies can stay secure while employees work from home
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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While working from home may seem like an easy solution for workers, the reality can be quite challenging for IT teams.
NVIDIA expands licences for vGPU trial to 500
Mon, 30th Mar 2020
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vGPU software creates virtual GPUs that can be shared and allocated between multiple virtual machines for remote workers.
Empowering a remote workforce: can your business make ‘working from home’ work?
Mon, 30th Mar 2020
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Businesses are adopting remote work strategies to offer flexibility, but without proper planning, it can lead to chaos. Learn how to make it work smoothly.
Data#3 announces remote working solutions to enable Aussie businesses
Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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Australian technology and services provider Data#3 has launched remote working solutions to support employees and employers during the COVID-19 lockdown.
COVID-19: Australians want better broadband as remote working spikes
Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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Compare Broadband says many Australians believe their home broadband is not up to the job of working or studying remotely.