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Is any network 100% safe? Tips for hardening cyber defences
Firewalls

Is any network 100% safe? Tips for hardening cyber defences

With the evolving tech landscape, it is almost impossible to guarantee network security - here are some tips for hardening cyber defences.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016
Accelerate your business with this rapidly growing solution
Firewalls

Accelerate your business with this rapidly growing solution

This solution has skyrocketed in popularity, providing substantial growth for businesses that have adopted it.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016

Global Stories

INSIDER INSIGHTS: Protecting data centers from internal and external threats
Firewalls

INSIDER INSIGHTS: Protecting data centers from internal and external threats

CSOs face mounting pressure to secure fluid data centers against evolving threats, balancing access with robust protection.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016
Researchers report cyber security risks in 3D printing
Supply Chain

Researchers report cyber security risks in 3D printing

Provided the printer is connected to the Internet, hackers can make their way in and introduce internal defects as the component is being printed.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016
Australia-first: Contact centre as-a-service hotel opens for business
Customer Relationship Management

Australia-first: Contact centre as-a-service hotel opens for business

The Contact Centre Hotel is a fully equipped facility offering seats on a per-month basis - an Australian-first.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016
CASE STUDY: Nimble Storage and Fly Buys NZ partner for digital transformation
Storage

CASE STUDY: Nimble Storage and Fly Buys NZ partner for digital transformation

Loyalty New Zealand improves performance and reliability with Nimble Storage, reducing batch processing time by 5.5 hours.

By Ashton Young • 5 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016
Malaysia IT spending expected to rise 6.5% this year
IT Budget

Malaysia IT spending expected to rise 6.5% this year

Malaysia's IT spending is set to rise by 6.5% in 2016, reaching nearly RM68 billion, sharply contrasting with stagnant global IT expenditure.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016
Study reveals confidence in digital transformation – despite challenges
Digital Transformation

Study reveals confidence in digital transformation – despite challenges

'Digital transformation' is a common group of words thrown around to label the current evolution of the modern workplace, and for good reason.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016
Private or public... why not both? The Hybrid Cloud Is here
Storage

Private or public... why not both? The Hybrid Cloud Is here

Here are just some of the strengths and benefits of both public and private cloud approaches for small businesses.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016
Seven networking tips from the Microsoft WPC 2016 Social Squad
Network Infrastructure

Seven networking tips from the Microsoft WPC 2016 Social Squad

There are a range of benefits that come from attending major events - one of the biggest is networking. Here are some tips to take on board.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016
Microsoft reveals business solutions at WPC to aid digital transformation
Microsoft

Microsoft reveals business solutions at WPC to aid digital transformation

Microsoft introduced new subscription options for Windows 10 and Surface for businesses, to essentially change the way we 'do business'.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2016
Microsoft WPC expected to deliver $70-million boost for Toronto
Microsoft

Microsoft WPC expected to deliver $70-million boost for Toronto

For the third time in 12 years, Toronto is serving as host city for the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC).

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Need some energy? Now you can inhale it (legally)
Red Bull

Need some energy? Now you can inhale it (legally)

​Coffee has been around for as long as anyone can remember and energy drinks have been battling on the market since the 80's. Now there is a new way.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016
Photo gallery: Take a tour of the IO Singapore data center
Hyperscale

Photo gallery: Take a tour of the IO Singapore data center

The IO Singapore Data Center utilizes the latest data center technology to deliver co-location, cloud and network services to customers.

By Ashton Young • 1 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016
Major migration for APAC company's data center
Migration

Major migration for APAC company's data center

Their Singapore data center was in desperate need of a refresh, so Lockton decided to upgrade and migrate to a new facility in Hong Kong.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016
Securing the digital student: BYOD, IoT and beyond
Firewalls

Securing the digital student: BYOD, IoT and beyond

Schools must navigate IoT and BYOD security maze to protect networks from emerging cyber threats, says tech expert.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016
Pòkemon Go is ruining lives: Reasons why you shouldn't play
Gaming

Pòkemon Go is ruining lives: Reasons why you shouldn't play

My name is Ashton and I've been clean for nine days. I've steered clear of the app, as I've seen what it has done to my colleagues, friends & family.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016