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 367
Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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uc
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telco
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enable networks
Rolleston sets the pace with over 50% Ultra-Fast Broadband uptake, outstripping national average and embodying 'town of the future' vision.
Australia's cloud computing game slipping
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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cloud services
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bsa
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innovation
Australia is falling behind in cloud computing policies, ranking 6th out of 24 leading IT economies, according to a study by the BSA.
Service vendors look to multi-skilled professionals to add depth
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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devops
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it automation
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apm
Multidisciplinary skills in professionals are in demand as service vendors strive to stay competitive, according to a report by Technology Business Research.
Service providers a weak link in cybersecurity
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Businesses that allow their service providers to access sensitive data are at risk of a cyberattack, warns consulting firm Protiviti.
Software-defined WAN gaining traction
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Software-defined WAN tech surges as firms seek digital edge, says Silver Peak, likening its rise to cloud's revolutionary debut.
IoT bringing more security concerns, says expert
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The rise of the Internet of Things across industries is bringing with it a new wave of security concerns, and business need to be aware.
$1 million in grants for Sign Language projects
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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government
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sign language
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online tools
The New Zealand government grants over USD $1 million from the NZSL Fund to support projects enhancing the use and proficiency of New Zealand Sign Language.
Carrier cloud providers reassessing public cloud strategies
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Carrier cloud providers are reassessing their public cloud strategies due to competition from incumbents like AWS.
Another multi-million upgrade for Auckland school
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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e-learning
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government
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modernisation
Riverhead School in North-West Auckland is set to receive a $9.4 million upgrade, including a new classroom block and administration building.
Govt announce intellectual property regime
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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physical security
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mbie
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intellectual property
The British government launches study on creative sector's interaction with copyright and designs in a changing technological landscape.
Change is brewing: Leadership shakeup over at Spark
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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digital transformation
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telco
Managing director Simon Moutter says the changes to its starting line up will help steer the company through its next phase of transformation.
Kiwi drone start-up takes out innovation award
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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drones
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callaghan innovation
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nab show
Dotteral's creative solution to reducing UAV noise earned them a place at the Callaghan Innovation New Zealand pavilion at the NAB Show.
New technologies lead Govt to overhaul transport sector rules
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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government
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uber
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modernisation
New Zealand overhauls transport rules to accommodate new technologies and streamline small passenger services.
FreeviewPlus now on satellite
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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spacetech
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digital entertainment
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tv
Freeview New Zealand has expanded its FreeviewPlus service to include satellite, increasing access to on-demand content for all Kiwi viewers.
How to get a slice of the millennial money pie
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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personal computing devices
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qualtrics
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tablets & laptops
Industry experts predict millennial consumers will spend $200 billion a year by 2017. Here are five key strategies for marketing to this group.
WatchGuard launches global technology partner program
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard launches Technology Partner Program to support tech companies integrating their products with WatchGuard's security solutions.
Uber prices drop in Auckland and Wellington
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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uber
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partners
Uber this week announced it will be dropping its prices in Auckland and Wellington, while at the same time upping cancellation fees in the capital.
Cloud as a Service revenue from carrier providers to hit $10 billion
Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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private cloud
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public cloud
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iaas
Telecom giants to net £10bn from cloud services, with private solutions outpacing public amid stiff competition, reveals TBR report.
App revenue set to double, outpaces downloads
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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apps
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ovum
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retail
Mobile app revenues on track to soar to US$79bn by 2020, eclipsing the growth in app downloads, with China driving the surge, Ovum reports.
Scammers targeting Government call centres
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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uc
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email security
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cybersecurity
The warning comes after several Government contact centre operators received calls from overseas callers pestering them for information about staff.