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New Ocata release proves containers are not the death of OpenStack
Hyperscale

New Ocata release proves containers are not the death of OpenStack

The OpenStack community has released Ocata, the 15th version of the open source infrastructure software, focusing on scalability and performance.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
The cyber threats you'll face in 2017 - and tips for defending against them
AI Security

The cyber threats you'll face in 2017 - and tips for defending against them

Experts warn against polymorphic malware in 2017, with Webroot's latest report offering defence strategies for emerging cyber threats.

By Sam Worthington • 1 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
Optus takes next step towards 5g movement in Australia
Unified Communications

Optus takes next step towards 5g movement in Australia

Optus launches 4.5G network in Sydney's hi-tech district, with plans to reach over 70% of network in major cities within a year.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
Vocus revenue, profit soar on back of acquisitions
Vocus group

Vocus revenue, profit soar on back of acquisitions

Vocus has seen a massive boost in its revenue and profit for the latest H1 thanks to recent acquisitions and organic growth.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
QPC to rollout new workforce management system for Service SA
Unified Communications

QPC to rollout new workforce management system for Service SA

QPC starts implementation of Genesys PureConnect system for Service SA, including telephony and workforce management capabilities.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
Public cloud to see growth seven times greater than IT spend growth
Public Cloud

Public cloud to see growth seven times greater than IT spend growth

Public cloud services spend will grow at seven times faster than overall IT spending out to 2020 according to IDC – with APAC leading the way.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
Hands-on Review: Essilor Eyezen lenses
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Essilor Eyezen lenses

Most of us receive too much blue light before night has fallen. So what to do? Thankfully, Essilor released their Essilor Eyezen lenses.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
Will $5 trillion buy an internet of useful things?
Hyperscale

Will $5 trillion buy an internet of useful things?

With billions of objects connected to the Internet of Things (IoT), there's bound to be a few IoT-related products that are less than awe-inspiring.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
High performance all-flash storage for unstructured data
Storage

High performance all-flash storage for unstructured data

Revolution in data storage: Pure Storage's all-flash solution shines for high-demand workloads, promising swift, reliable management.

By Sam Worthington • 1 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
Acronis: Australian companies are 'unaware of the importance of data backup'
Disaster Recovery

Acronis: Australian companies are 'unaware of the importance of data backup'

Crazy Domains taps Acronis to bolster Aussie firms' backup savvy, tackling pervasive data protection unawareness.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
HPE acquisition of SimpliVity closes, what lies ahead?
SimpliVity

HPE acquisition of SimpliVity closes, what lies ahead?

HPE's US$650 million acquisition of hyperconverged infrastructure vendor SimpliVity has closed, with HPE promising the first combined offerings in May.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
CenturyLink takes home Ciena's Managed Services Partner of the Year
Hyperscale

CenturyLink takes home Ciena's Managed Services Partner of the Year

CenturyLink named 2016 BizConnect Carrier Managed Services Partner of the Year by Ciena for growth and innovation in managed services.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
How CIOs can buck the status quo and drive business innovation
Opinion

How CIOs can buck the status quo and drive business innovation

Successful CIOs are changing business models in their organisation – they are becoming Disruptors. But what does that mean exactly?.

By Sebastian Grady • 6 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
Hands on: Paessler AG - PRTG Network Monitor
Paessler

Hands on: Paessler AG - PRTG Network Monitor

Paessler's PRTG Network Monitor surprises with boundless customisation and vast metrics coverage, transforming network analysis.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
100 new jobs as Cognizant Collaboratory brings IoT, AI to life
Internet of Things

100 new jobs as Cognizant Collaboratory brings IoT, AI to life

Cognizant's new Melbourne 'Collaboratory' expected to bring 100 new jobs while bringing IoT to life and applying AI to deliver new experiences.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
Pegasystems' robotic automation drives rapid return in Banks
Customer Experience

Pegasystems' robotic automation drives rapid return in Banks

Ultimately, these benefits make employees more productive while freeing them to focus on delivering better customer experience.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
New boss as Ricoh Australia looks to drive transformation
Document Management

New boss as Ricoh Australia looks to drive transformation

Ricoh Australia has appointed industry veteran Andy Berry to head up its local operations as it continues to transform in 'this age of the customer'.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world
Cybersecurity

Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world

It's all hands on deck for the Australian cybersecurity sector, according to the Trade and Investment Commission.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
JCurve targets large business with MYOB Advanced ERP deal
Fintech

JCurve targets large business with MYOB Advanced ERP deal

JCurve Solutions is targeting the larger business market with the signing of a deal to sell, implement and support MYOB Advanced cloud ERP software.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017