Stories by Staff - Page 617

Halo 3: ODST
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Halo 3: ODST dives into New Mombasa's ruins, exploring the aftermath of Halo 2 with a squad of vulnerable, yet tactical ODSTs.

Focus on the future
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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cx
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martech
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personal computing devices
Ignoring non-spending customers now could cost businesses heavily in the future, as relationships fostered during tough times dictate future spending.

Marshalling the troops
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
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cloud services
Like a soldier into battle, who goes armed with sword, shield and dagger, the modern road warrior must be armed with the latest technology.

Securing data in an information-centric world
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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virtualisation
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
Ken Berryman of Symantec discusses the crucial shift from system-centric IT to protecting mobile information amidst rising data risks and compliance challenges.

Irish Hearts
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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moth
Discovering Irish ancestry just got easier with Griffith's Valuation – a lifeline for those tracing roots in Ireland's intricate past.

Blu-Ray Gladiator Review
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Gladiator returns in a Blu-ray rerelease with stunning visuals, compelling bonus material, and Russell Crowe's powerful performance anchoring this epic saga.

The Tech Ed investment
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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microsoft
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intergen
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partners
With more than 2100 attendees, numbers at Microsoft’s Tech Ed 09 stayed steady this year, despite the economic downturn.

Web TV with a Nyer Ziln Accent
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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telstraclear
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movies
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download
Ziln TV, a new Internet TV service from New Zealand, offers free streaming of local and international content, with options to purchase favourite shows.

1000 cabinets
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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chorus
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fibre
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telecom
Telecom’s network division Chorus installed its 1000th cabinet last month, of which 400 have been installed in Auckland.

Phishers smarter, more devious
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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phishing
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email security
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ibm
As the Web continues to offer new features and services, and users get more sophisticated, so cybercriminals devise more innovative ways to trick them.

Happy Birthday, Google Chrome!
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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edutech
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google
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cloud services
Google Chrome celebrates its first anniversary with a new Beta version, featuring updated customisation options, a streamlined Omnibox, and faster browsing.

School conflict and the web: The real picture
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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youtube
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cyberbullying
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social networking
Recent incidents at an Auckland school spotlight the web's significant role in fuelling and publicising teenage conflicts, according to NetSafe.

THE BEATLES: ROCK BAND
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Step into The Beatles' shoes with Rock Band's latest game, featuring 3-part harmonies and a journey through their iconic music era.

MOTORSTORM: ARCTIC EDGE
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
MotorStorm: Arctic Edge takes the thrill to icy Alaska with new vehicles and features on PSP and PS2. Say goodbye to PS3 but hello to frosty fun!.

Making Pictures Dynamic
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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software
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hdr
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mapp
While you may not know what HDR photography is, you’ve probably seen plenty of HDR images around the Web.

Monopoly game gets swamped
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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datacentre infrastructure
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google
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google maps
Hasbro, makers of the Monopoly board game, were taken by surprise when they launched a realworld, online version of the game.

virtualisation Shipshape with – the tidy opportunity
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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virtualisation
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it automation
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vmware
Virtualisation, once an enterprise luxury, now a shipshape solution for small businesses, offering cost-saving and growth opportunities.

Game review: TRIALS HD
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Trials HD review: The game that turned 'just one more go' into a midnight mantra, showcasing addictive physics-based puzzles.

Wikipedia tackiling 'vandals'
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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wikipedia
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complaints
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wikimedia
Wikipedia is experimenting with tighter controls on its pages, to stop the posting of inaccurate, untrue or defamatory material.

What to Virtualise
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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storage
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virtualisation
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datacentre infrastructure
Small businesses can virtualise servers, desktops, storage, and networks. Experts advise assessing ROI first to ensure cost-efficiency and practicality.