About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 400
Deal or no deal - depends on website speed
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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ecommerce
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ixia
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online shopping
Developments in eCommerce means retailers need to make sure their infrastructure is up to scratch or risk their customers going elsewhere.
Facebook is going to help you with your break up
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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facebook
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social network
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creative technologies
Facebook tests new tools to help people manage interactions with ex-partners after a break-up, says product manager Kelly Winters.
New funding for internet research made available
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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internetnz
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research
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funding
InternetNZ launches new community grants round to support internet research in New Zealand, offering $100,000 in funding.
New security app from ESET to protect children online
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
ESET launches new parental control app for Android devices in Asia Pacific, helping parents protect their children online.
Connected Learning Advisory to help teachers with tech in schools
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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edutech
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e-learning
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personal computing devices
Kiwi schools get free tech integration advice from the Connected Learning Advisory, boosting digital learning benefits.
3NOW app debuts on new Apple TV
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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mediaworks
The 3NOW app will be available from the Apple TV App store and will feature all content from both TV3 and FOUR.
Aussie approach to cyber security outdated
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Australia is ill-equipped to manage cyber security threats and is in desperate need of a new generation of cyber security professionals.
Increased captioning for Prime TV
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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captioning
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prime tv
Prime TV's Z On Air-funded shows and international prime time content will be captioned from February 2016, a move towards a more inclusive media industry.
Real world impact of cyberattacks starting to show, says Trend Micro
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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healthtech
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trend micro
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debunk
Security software company Trend Micro has released a report that examines the real world effects of a security breach.
Sexting and young people - how bad is it?
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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netsafe
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sexting
NetSafe calls on parents to address the increasing issue of sexting among young people, following reports of harm and distress caused by explicit imagery.
Check your speed: new speed camera app released
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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apps
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technology gifts
TomTom's new app for Android alerts Kiwi motorists of nearby speed cameras, aiming to create stress-free drives.
Big data's big role in OT security
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The convergence of OT and IT is posing security risks as OT systems lack security infrastructure, says BAE Systems Applied Intelligence.
Extreme Networks expands wireless portfolio
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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wireless networks
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healthtech
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cloud services
Extreme Networks boosts wireless offering with Wave 2 access points, aiming to transform user connectivity and network analytics.
D-Link launches new vigilant camera range for business
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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surveillance
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d-link
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cameras
D-Link unveils the Vigilance camera lineup, promising robust surveillance tech at competitive prices for firms.
Adobe coders reach out to Kiwi kids
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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martech
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adobe
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creative technologies
Adobe coders and designers visit High Tech Youth Network to support emerging creatives as part of the Adobe Project 1324 initiative.
Cisco Australia employees give kids tech boost
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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cisco
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stem
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claude
Cisco Australia employees are involved in STEM tutoring to tackle the skills shortage and boost innovation, according to the company's AUSTEM2020 initiative.
NETSCOUT’s Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions broadens support for 802.11ac
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
NETSCOUT’s Fluke expands 802.11ac Wi-Fi support, bridging wireless demands with robust network troubleshooting and analysis tools.
Fast, free Wi-Fi at sea unlikely, according to new study
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
Holiday makers aboard cruise ships are putting great emphasis on wireless, free-of-charge internet access, according to a new survey.
New tech crowding the business landscape
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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iot
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cloud services
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comptia
New technologies flood the market, leaving businesses unsure of investments. CompTIA outlines four key considerations to simplify this landscape.
Online GST changes a mixed bag for Kiwis, says InternetNZ
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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online shopping
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gst
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internetnz
InternetNZ critiques NZ's new online GST policy, stressing its need for fair execution without harming e-commerce.