About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
News Editor
Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.
Stories by Catherine - Page 288
eLearning is changing as we know it - but how?
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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hybrid & remote work
Hybrid learning, the convergence of processes, uptake of cloud-based solutions, and development of analytics are key trends impacting eLearning.
SMBs ditch traditional infrastructure, make their move to the cloud
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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cloud services
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smb
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ingram micro
As cloud computing continues to take the IT business landscape by storm, the way SMBs consume tech and how they compete in the market will change.
Fortinet ups the ante with updated cybersecurity operating system
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet's new FortiOS 5.4 boosts cybersecurity with enhanced internal segmentation, automated threat intelligence, and robust mobile device protection.
NZers 'chomping at the bit' for faster broadband
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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uc
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government
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ufb
Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) connections are up 135% around the country, according to latest figures regarding the Government's UFB programme.
Healthcare sector drives cloud analytics market growth
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The cloud analytics market is set to grow at a CAGR of close to 21%, driven by text analytics and healthcare demand.
eLearning course drop-out rates on the rise
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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moocs
With drop-out rates at an all time high, eLearning providers are looking at what makes a successful online course.
Are you ready for 5G?
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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uc
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iot
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5g & beyond
5G is set to disrupt the IT industry, according to a report by 451 Research, impacting a wide range of technology and services.
Paul McCartney and Skype come together, all in the name of love
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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uc
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digital entertainment
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voip
The former Beatle has partnered with Skype to celebrate Valentine's Day by composing music to accompany ten 'Love Mojis'. Yes, you read that right.
Palo Alto vendor of choice as Aussie company amps up expansion plans
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
SunRice has chosen Palo Alto Networks' Next-Generation Security Platform to support expansion, increase security, and consolidate IT infrastructure.
Sophisticated SMS cyber attack targets Australian banking customers
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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endpoint protection
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fintech
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phishing
A persistent and sophisticated SMS phishing campaign is currently targeting mobile banking customers in both Australia and New Zealand.
Managed security services: The answer to growing cyber threats?
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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partner programmes
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ai security
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cybersecurity
With cyber threats escalating, firms face a 'when' not 'if' scenario; managed security services could be the much-needed shield.
How the internet is changing higher education as we know it
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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edutech
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uc
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e-learning
Internet revolutionizing education: online learning on the rise, classrooms changing, and new educators emerging, says research.
Frost & Sullivan applauds VMware for education technology solutions
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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virtualisation
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edutech
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it automation
Frost - Sullivan recognizes VMware for its innovative education technology solutions, including the AirWatch teacher tools and Workspace Suite.
New app encrypts your data on Google Drive
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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encryption
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cybersecurity
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google
While numerous methods already exist to encrypt data, Syncdocs is the first solution to provide fully automatic end-to-end encryption for Google Drive.
Transgender prostitutes, iPhones and bitches: Tangerine film review
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Tangerine introduces you to two transgender prostitutes and an Armenian man and proceeds to lead you into the fringes of West Hollywood.
Kiwis ditch cash, embrace digital payments
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Almost half of New Zealanders expect cash to be obsolete in ten years, with mobile payments and wearables taking over.
Avaya launches unified comms midmarket offering
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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uc
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partner programmes
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cloud services
Avaya Midmarket Cloud Solutions is the latest in a series of Avaya programmes focusing on enabling channel partners and midsize companies evolve.
Cato Networks looks to solve the network security problem
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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saas
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uc
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data analytics
Cato Networks unveils its Cato Cloud NSaaS platform to simplify network security for distributed, cloud-centric, and mobile-first enterprises.
Software, security, DevOps and big data: What's in store for networking?
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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network infrastructure
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devops
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data analytics
Moving into 2016, more businesses are expected to leverage smart machines and transformative technologies to give them a clear competitive advantage.
Biometrics, federated identities, data security: The biggest disruptors for eCommerce
Wed, 10th Feb 2016
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biometrics
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apple
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samsung
Biometrics, federated identity, and tokenisation will transform eCommerce, says new report by Juniper Research.