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Oracle repairs Java software bug
Oracle

Oracle repairs Java software bug

Oracle has fixed a major Java bug that left PC users vulnerable to hacker attacks, urging immediate software updates after a security scare.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 31st Aug 2012
Oracle preparing Java statement in wake of accusations
Marketing Technologies

Oracle preparing Java statement in wake of accusations

Security firm expected to comment on the Java software security scare as researchers claim they knew about vulnerabilities since April.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2012
Java PC software open to indefensible attacks
Marketing Technologies

Java PC software open to indefensible attacks

Computer security firms are urging PC users to disable Java software in their browsers due to the risk of defenceless hacker attacks.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2012
Zendesk launches mobile web support portal
BlackBerry

Zendesk launches mobile web support portal

Zendesk launches a new mobile customer portal, enabling more than 20,000 businesses to offer improved self-support anytime.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2012
BitDefender's iOS privacy app protects data
Bitdefender

BitDefender's iOS privacy app protects data

BitDefender's new Clueful app aims to shield iPhone users' data by spotlighting privacy-compromising apps, now available for free.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2012
IBM buys Kenexa for US$1.3bn
Oracle

IBM buys Kenexa for US$1.3bn

IBM bolsters client data usage with acquisition of HR software provider, after Oracle and SAP bought out rival companies in the past year.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2012
OSX.crisis has security vendors rubbing hands in glee
Apple

OSX.crisis has security vendors rubbing hands in glee

The new OSX.Crisis malware marks the end of Mac's security supremacy, targeting multiple platforms, including virtual machines.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Aug 2012
Microsoft makeover with new logo
Microsoft

Microsoft makeover with new logo

After 25 years Microsoft has revamped it's image with a new logo as the company embarks on a new era within the industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Aug 2012
Oz passes data control laws
Hyperscale

Oz passes data control laws

New laws passed allowing authorities to collect and monitor Australians' internet records from web providers, specifically targeted towards cyber criminals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Aug 2012
HP suffers record US$8.9bn loss
HP

HP suffers record US$8.9bn loss

HP reports a record loss of USD $8.9 billion, following an acquisition that underperformed. Revenue dropped 5% to USD $29.7 billion in Q3.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 23rd Aug 2012
Window opens for Microsoft upgrade
Microsoft

Window opens for Microsoft upgrade

Windows 8 set for 26 Oct release, Microsoft says, offering upgrades as low as $14.99 for recent Windows 7 buyers.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
Kroll survey reveals cloud growth
Storage

Kroll survey reveals cloud growth

Kroll Ontrack has revealed a surge in cloud storage and virtualisation adoption, but a shortage of proactive protocols in data protection.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
Tablet computing and the imminent threat to the desktop operating system
Open source

Tablet computing and the imminent threat to the desktop operating system

With the burgeoning craze around tablet computing, it is little wonder that Microsoft is getting in on the action, albeit awfully late in the game.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
The real benefit of unified communications: Integrating business processes
Unified Communications

The real benefit of unified communications: Integrating business processes

Forget the fuzzy benefits of combining your communication modes into a single point; that's more of a convenience play.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Aug 2012
Energy industry under malware attack
Malware

Energy industry under malware attack

Businesses in the energy sector are being targeted through a malicious Windows malware threat, deleting computer contents and preventing reboots.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 17th Aug 2012
Opinion: Microsoft's massive gamble
Microsoft

Opinion: Microsoft's massive gamble

The rumour mill is cranking it up a few levels around the imminent release of the Microsoft Surface RT tablet.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Aug 2012
Microsoft suspends new Windows Phone apps
Microsoft

Microsoft suspends new Windows Phone apps

Issues with digital certificates is preventing the installation or updating of apps from Windows Phone Marketplace.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Aug 2012
Microsoft reveals Windows RT partners
Microsoft

Microsoft reveals Windows RT partners

Microsoft has announced four manufacturers will offer Windows RT PCs, along with further details regarding product features.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Aug 2012
Companies held accountable for Facebook comments
AASB

Companies held accountable for Facebook comments

Aussie firms must scan Facebook comments for false, racist or sexist content within 24 hours or face penalties, ACCC enforces.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Aug 2012