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Bigpipe's new app allows users to prioritise internet

Bigpipe's new app allows customers to view what's happening on their network and decide what kind of traffic gets priority over their connection.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2016

Bluetooth

Guess who's back with Bluetooth: Furby's had a makeover

It seems these days 90s trends can't be rehashed fast enough as generation Y grows up - and it seems Hasbro has jumped on the bandwagon too.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2016

Global Stories

Retail stories

Malware

10,000 Facebook users attacked by malware trojan last month

Kaspersky Lab recently reported its discovery of a malware attack that affected approximately 10,000 Facebook users between June 24th to June 27th.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2016

Semiconductors

Will Microsoft pull out of the smartphone market?

Amidst ongoing speculation, Microsoft faces a critical decision: should they withdraw from the smartphone market after writing off USD $950m and cutting jobs?.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2016

Unified Communications

Commerce commission to investigate Spark

The Commerce Commission has recently confirmed it will investigate whether Spark's resale voice services should be deregulated.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2016

Google

Chrome OS is five years old and ready to leave kindergarten

Accounting for more than half of all devices sold in US classrooms, the time has come for Chrome OS to prove its worth in the workplace and the home.

By Richard Edwards • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2016

Storage

Is your data still protected? Three steps that could save enterprises $1m a year

Most IT professionals are so busy dealing with everyday challenges and managing fires that there's hardly ever time to recognise progress.

By Lucas Salter • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2016

Digital Transformation

Service providers must tune in to digital business transformation

Systems integrators, IT and software vendors, and telecoms operators all need to think of themselves as digital service providers.

By David Molony • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2016

Surveillance

Biometrics tech to be worth $9.6 billion by 2022

Facial recognition technology is on the rise. The 2D and 3D biometrics industry will be worth $9.6 billion in revenue by 2022.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2016

Gaming

Sci-Fi action game Quantum Break comes to Windows 10

NetGuide's James Frazer takes a look at the Windows 10 version of Xbox One game, Quantum Break, now available for download in the Windows Store.

By James Fraser • 4 min read • Sun, 3rd Jul 2016

Gaming

Windows 10 puts the pedal to the metal with Forza Motorsport 6: Apex

Forza Motorsport 6: Apex elevates racing games on Windows 10, offering stunning graphics, versatile gameplay, and intricate car customisation options.

By James Fraser • 4 min read • Sun, 3rd Jul 2016

DataCentre infrastructure

Schneider Electric signs on new distie in PNG

Remington Group becomes APC by Schneider Electric distributor in Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands for IT growth in various sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016

Facebook

New Chrome extensions for Facebook

Chrome users rejoice: Effortless Facebook interaction with new browser extensions – save and share with ease!.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016

Malware

Webroot reveals the 8 most prevalent ransomware variants

Ransomware will continue to plague IT decision makers and organisations every single day - in fact there are 390,000 new variants today alone.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016

Supply Chain

Businesses need to take advantage of mobility, Wavelink says

Retailers must embrace mobility and dedicated mobile devices in order to meet the demands of tech-savvy consumers, says Wavelink.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016

Firewalls

ANZ businesses need to reconsider security approach

Businesses in Australia and New Zealand are prioritizing the wrong aspects of cyber security, according to Palo Alto Networks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2016

Wireless Networks

Exclusive: Hyper-niche markets offering shot in arm for resellers

A focus on niche markets doesn't mean small returns for resellers. Distributor Sektor tells how resellers can capitalise on some booming 'niche' plays.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2016