Symantec stories - Page 15
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Energy industry under malware attack
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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Businesses in the energy sector are being targeted through a malicious Windows malware threat, deleting computer contents and preventing reboots.
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Olympics used as bait for online attacks
Tue, 14th Aug 2012
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youtube
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twitter
Hackers use Olympics as a weapon for online fraud, with fake YouTube websites helping spammers take advantage.
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Symantec revs up partners with V8 Supercar promotion
Fri, 10th Aug 2012
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partners
Symantec is hoping to rev up partners focusing on the SMB market across Australia and New Zealand, with a new channel promotion.
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Putting the 'i' back into IT
Wed, 1st Aug 2012
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data protection
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data analytics
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partner programmes
<strong>A new study shows Kiwi businesses understand the value of the information they hold but are struggling to manage, protect and get maximum value from it.
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Survey highlights need to put information back into IT
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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Businesses need to put the ‘i’ back into IT according to security software company Symantec, which has just released its first ever State of Information Survey.
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Symantec Corp announce instant messaging security
Thu, 5th Jul 2012
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microsoft
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microsoft lync
Corporate organisations communicating through Instant Messaging platforms can address security and compliance issues through new safekeeping support.
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People Moves June 2012
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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hybrid & remote work
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sap
Intel promotes Rajkumar to national reseller channel manager and Torres to national marketing manager. McBride returns to SAP, leading North America division.
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Review: Norton 360 V6
Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Norton 360 V6 impresses with its user-friendly interface, robust security features, and minimal system impact. A top pick for PC protection.
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Are you an ‘accidental entrepreneur’?
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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symantec
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analyst report
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founders
Study shows business founders have been driven by necessity rather than inspiration since the downturn of 2008.
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Symantec partners embrace SMB focus
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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partners
Over 1200 Symantec partners target SMBs in Asia Pacific and Japan, aiming to bolster security amidst rising cyber threats.
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Craig Scroggie named CEO of NextDC
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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Craig Scroggie ascends as CEO of Australia's NextDC, heralded by Bevan Slattery’s praise for his unparalleled energy and leadership.
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Three tips for smartphone security
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Cyber Security Awareness Week highlights smartphone safety: David Hall from Symantec advises on strong passwords, wipe functions, and remote wipe commands.
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Change of local leadership at Symantec
Thu, 31st May 2012
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ca technologies
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leadership
Symantec appoints Brenton Smith as new leader for the Pacific region, replacing Craig Scroggie who leaves to explore other business ventures.
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Money in mobility for versatile VARs
Tue, 15th May 2012
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mdm
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personal computing devices
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ios
Symantec's mobility survey highlights vast opportunities for New Zealand resellers, with 35% of businesses already implementing custom mobile apps.
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Mac protection
Fri, 4th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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symantec
SMBs using Macs must enhance their cyber-security as Apple devices increasingly targetted by malware, like the Flashback virus.
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Spam shrinks as scammers go social
Tue, 1st May 2012
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cloud services
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spam
Spam declines by 32%, but cyberattacks surge as scammers exploit social networks and mobile phones, says Symantec's 2011 report.
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Mobile opportunity
Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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mdm
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
<strong>Mobile device adoption by companies is opening up a world of opportunity for New Zealand resellers Symantec tells The Channel.
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Govt to form special anti-scam group
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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email security
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cybersecurity
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Ministry of Consumer Affairs will work with Department of Internal Affairs and NetSafe in fight against online fraud.
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Scammers target Pinterest
Thu, 15th Mar 2012
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pinterest
Pinterest users warned of rising scams as the site becomes a hotbed for cybercriminals luring unsuspecting members with fake offers.
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New senior role at Symantec
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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candidates
Symantec New Zealand appoints Lucas Salter as country manager, effective April 1, moving him from Western Australia; Stuart Preston becomes account director.