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Second US$10 bn quarter for Google
Google

Second US$10 bn quarter for Google

Google reports its second consecutive USD $10 billion quarter, driven by strong performances from Chrome, Android, and YouTube.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Apr 2012
HP kicks off 'converged cloud'
Public Cloud

HP kicks off 'converged cloud'

Best of both worlds as new offering combines private, managed and public clouds with traditional IT solutions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012
Four more years: iPad to maintain grip on tablet market
Windows

Four more years: iPad to maintain grip on tablet market

Apple's iPad set to lead the tablet market for four more years, buoyed by surging sales and a vibrant app ecosystem, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2012
Blue Coat targets IPv6 'shadow networks'
Blue Coat

Blue Coat targets IPv6 'shadow networks'

New appliance OS introduces visibility and control for fledgling internet protocol increasingly used as a 'back door' to the enterprise.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2012
WAN optimisation: what a difference a layer makes
Network Infrastructure

WAN optimisation: what a difference a layer makes

Revolution in WAN optimisation shifts focus from application layer to network layer, promising universal application efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2012
ICT Minister gains environment portfolio
Clean technologies

ICT Minister gains environment portfolio

In a cabinet reshuffle, ICT Minister Amy Adams gains the Environment portfolio, while Internal Affairs goes to Simon Bridges, marking a significant realignment.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
Is WAN Optimisation enough?
Riverbed

Is WAN Optimisation enough?

WAN optimisation is crucial but not sufficient on its own; businesses need intelligent traffic management solutions to handle peak internet traffic effectively.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Next-Gen WAN Optimisation
Software-as-a-Service

Next-Gen WAN Optimisation

Cloud computing is driving IT evolution, but WAN optimisation leader Blue Coat is ensuring high performance and user experience across all application types.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Values and differentiation in cloud market
Unified Communications

Values and differentiation in cloud market

Telecoms find a gold mine in cloud services, differentiating from rivals and eyeing untapped revenue streams, says Ericsson report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Modern Day Work Goes Virtual
Virtualisation

Modern Day Work Goes Virtual

In a shift to virtual workspaces, 93% of organisations embrace workshifting, allowing employees to work more flexibly than ever before.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Virtualisation – how far we have come
Storage

Virtualisation – how far we have come

From overlooked to essential: The journey of storage virtualisation, now a key IT strategy as businesses struggle with data deluge.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Securing the Virtual World
Firewalls

Securing the Virtual World

Amidst the boom in virtualisation by businesses, the rush to adopt is often outpacing crucial security measures, posing long-term risks.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Conquering a virtualised network
Virtualisation

Conquering a virtualised network

Unlocking the potential of virtual networks requires navigating unique challenges to avoid pitfalls that can derail success.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Virtualisation – What took you so long?
Virtualisation

Virtualisation – What took you so long?

Once seen as futuristic, virtualisation now reshapes IT by maximising server efficiency and cutting costs. Why did it take businesses so long to embrace?.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
No silver bullet: Managing 'Big Data'
Disaster Recovery

No silver bullet: Managing 'Big Data'

Businesses grapple with 'Big Data' - seeking strategies beyond a one-size-fits-all solution to manage vast, varied data insights and ensure longevity.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
The tech behind Weta Digital's success
Brocade

The tech behind Weta Digital's success

Weta Digital, celebrated for its groundbreaking VFX in films like Avatar, thrives on cutting-edge tech and strategic alliances.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Mar 2012
New RIM boss admits challenges are 'significant'
BlackBerry

New RIM boss admits challenges are 'significant'

RIM's new CEO Thorsten Heins labels company risks as 'significant', amidst a 19% revenue dip and high-profile resignations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Mar 2012
Business Analyst as product owner
DevOps

Business Analyst as product owner

A business analyst transitioning to a product owner role in a scrum team is a natural progression, leveraging key skills and overlapping responsibilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Mar 2012
Blue Coat unifies appliances and the cloud to combat 'malnets'
Bring Your Own Device

Blue Coat unifies appliances and the cloud to combat 'malnets'

Blue Coat launches a groundbreaking solution combining appliances and the cloud to battle elusive 'malnets', enhancing cyber protection.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Mar 2012