Stories by Staff - Page 660

TONY HAWK’S DOWNHILL JAM
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam takes skateboarding to extreme speeds with thrilling races down the world's steepest hills on Wii.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
In a stunning human world adventure, Sonic teams up with Silver and Shadow to save Princess Elise from Dr. Eggman's sinister clutches.

15 things you didn’t know about Toshiba
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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biometrics
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fleet management
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liquid cooling
Discover the uncharted territory of Toshiba's legacy: from pioneering the notebook market to shaping future computing. #TechInnovation #ToshibaTales.

Star wars empire at war - forces of corruption
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Conquer the galaxy in a new light with Forces of Corruption, where you lead a legion of scoundrels post-Death Star's destruction.

SUPER MONKEY BALL: BANANA BLITZ
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz is the latest installment in Sega’s quirky and addictive puzzler starring brightly coloured simians in translucent balls.

Gears of War
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Epic Games' Gears of War dazzles as a next-gen Xbox 360 exclusive, heralding a gritty battle for survival against the Locust Horde.

Renaissance gets cracked
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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renaissance
Renaissance's 'Crack Da Canon Code' promotion sees Kirsty Forsyth winning a Paris trip and a choice of a $3,000 Apple or Asus prize.

Why the new UI?
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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microsoft
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office
Anne Taylor sheds light on the research-driven overhaul of Microsoft Office's UI, aiming to boost productivity with an intuitive, contextual design.

BATTLEFIELD 2142
Wed, 1st Nov 2006
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Battlefield 2142 takes place in the year you would expect after the new ice age brought on a bitter war between the Pan Asian Coalition and the European Union.

Threats can be opportunities
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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risk & compliance
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check point software
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risk management
UTM redefines cyber security, merging tech to counter sophisticated threats, opening lucrative markets for savvy resellers.

Overcome the brain drain
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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synergy
New Zealand’s brain drain is a common issue, but Synergy is tackling it by supporting staff on their overseas ventures and welcoming them back home.

Revenge of the Nerds
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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uc
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it training
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wireless networks
Need a Nerd is redefining the techie image, boasting people skills, humour, and daily hygiene. Established in 2004, it aims for nationwide expansion.

Hosting: Microsoft vs Linux
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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open source
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microsoft
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windows
Deciding between Microsoft and Linux for web hosting? We explore the best fit for basic, advanced, and corporate needs.

Hire a student
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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edutech
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university of canterbury
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ministry of education
Consider hiring students for real-world projects, like Hindin Communications did. CEO David Johnstone lauds the value and impact on their strategic growth.

Fighting for the right staff
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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recruitment
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skills gap
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communication
Everywhere you look at the moment there are dire warnings about the massive skills shortage the industry is facing.

Performance
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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paging
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applications
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sleep
Windows Vista enhances PC performance with SuperFetch, preloading frequently used apps into memory, and ReadyBoost, using flash drives to boost speed.

Get your business on the map
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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martech
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maps
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advertising technologies
Adapting to change and embracing technology has been key to the ongoing success of Wises which is now into its 125th year of business in New Zealand.

Rocking to a different beat
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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observatory crest
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datacom
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content creation
Wellington-based Observatory Crest is a company with many strings to its bow - not surprising given the creative nature of its staff.

Transtasman thoughts
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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afl
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rugby
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kiwi
Kiwis thrive in Australia, blending a strong work ethic with humour, despite friendly rugby rivalries. Their tech prowess and can-do attitude open doors.

Windows Vista channel readiness guide Part Three
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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it training
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microsoft
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support
Brent Colbert, Microsoft NZ's marketing director, discusses the opportunities Windows Vista presents to partners.