Stories by Staff - Page 564

Joyce urges telcos to sign up to 111 code
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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telco
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vodafone
ICT Minister Steven Joyce is urging telco providers to sign up to an industry code on emergency calling, following a recent 111 outage.

Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package map footage revealed
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Inside Xbox unveils gameplay for Modern Warfare 2's Stimulus Package, featuring 5 maps, including 'Crash' and 'Overgrown'. Out on Xbox Live March 30.

Exclusive: Under the Simms bonnet
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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personal computing devices
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renaissance
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simms international
The Channel recently spoke to Simms NZ Managing Director Paul Johnston who talked us through how the company plans to operate in New Zealand.

Exclusive: Symantec eyes government data strategy role
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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storage
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healthtech
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government
Symantec hopes to play a significant role in Australia's 15-year data centre strategy, leveraging its strong government relationships, says VP Craig Scroggie.

Exclusive: Distribution Central NZ's $631k profit
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Director Nick Verykos has told The Channel that the firm's focus will now be placed on existing distribution partnerships with no new vendors planned.

Nintendo announces 3DS
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
A surprise announcement came from Nintendo yesterday that it will release a 3D version of its popular handheld console, the DS.

Microsoft Partner Awards officially open
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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partner programmes
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microsoft
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partner awards
Microsoft Partner Awards 2010 are open for entries, aiming to honour the best of Microsoft's New Zealand Partners who delivered exemplary solutions.

Maxnet picks DataLock
Tue, 23rd Mar 2010
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resellers
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maxnet
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isp
Maxnet acquires DataLock to enhance its backup services, aiming for a comprehensive and cost-effective offering in New Zealand's market.

Blue Coat targets Cisco, Riverbed
Tue, 23rd Mar 2010
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virtualisation
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cisco
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software
Blue Coat takes aim at Cisco and Riverbed by introducing virtual WAN optimisation appliances, offering more flexibility and choice for customers and resellers.

[UPDATE] Google redirects, China retaliates
Tue, 23rd Mar 2010
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google
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hackers
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censorship
The decision by Google to move some of its Chinese search<br />services to Hong Kong may have kept its promise that searches on Google.

CA completes Nimsoft deal
Tue, 23rd Mar 2010
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partner programmes
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managed services
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msp
CA has finalised its USD $350 million cash acquisition of Nimsoft, bolstering its cloud computing capabilities for emerging enterprises and MSPs.

Blog: Get your motor running
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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ford
Ford Motor Company has recently announced that later this year it will be producing cars with built-in WiFi capabilities.

Maxnet beefs up South Island operation
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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maxnet
The data centre services provider has appointed Brent Nicholson (pictured) to the newly created role of South Island sales manager.

$17 billion to be spent on IT in 2010
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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ovum
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outsourcing
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patents
The science industry is forecast to spend nearly $17 billion on commercial IT solutions this year, an analyst has said.

Sitecore targets 11 NZ partners
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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datacom
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optimation
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partners
Sitecore expands into New Zealand with new sales office and plans to partner with 11 new companies within the next year.

Microsoft squeezes Citrix into Windows server pack
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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datacentre infrastructure
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microsoft
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servers
Citrix and Microsoft team up to boost virtual desktops with rich graphics in Windows Server 2008 R2, elevating remote work experiences.

TeamTalk accuses TCF of immoral behaviour
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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uc
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telco
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vodafone
TeamTalk CEO David Ware has accused the Telecommunications Carriers Forum of using their influence to bully the industry and cover up immoral behaviour.

ComOps appoints NZ Country Manager
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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devops
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apm
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software development
ComOps appoints Don Glenn as New Zealand Country Manager, tasking him with expanding the company's market presence from Auckland.

Fujitsu details Dynamics Connect Day
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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microsoft
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dynamics crm
Three New Zealand-based events aim to offer a full understanding of the latest Microsoft business solution set.

Another Vodafone exec exits the building
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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uc
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telco
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resignations
Vodafone NZ sees another top exec departure, with Networks GM Mike Davies leaving amid a wave of high-level exits.