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InternetNZ labels TelstraClear promo 'disastrous'
Mon, 5th Dec 2011
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telstraclear
TelstraClear's 'meter-free weekend' labelled 'disastrous' by InternetNZ amid user complaints and network strain.
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2012 Security Predictions
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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firewalls
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ddos
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network infrastructure
In 2012, expect a surge in mobile ransomware, Android worms, and sophisticated cyber-attacks, says FortiGuard Labs' security forecast.
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What's hot for 2012? social media and tech trends we’ll all be obsessing over
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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twitter
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banking
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retailers
In 2012, businesses move beyond basics, embracing diverse social platforms and real-time engagement, reshaping the digital landscape.
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Datasquirt Directors recommend purchase offer is accepted
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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twitter
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contact centre
New Zealand-based, ASX listed Datasquirt recently announced, subject to shareholder approval, the conditional sale of its complete business to LiveOps.
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Urinal video games launched in the UK
Wed, 30th Nov 2011
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gaming
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virtualisation
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daas
UK pubs to introduce urinal video games, turning bathroom breaks into gaming sessions, controlled purely by one's aim.
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Nissan Australia faces Facebook wrath
Thu, 24th Nov 2011
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social media
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twitter
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transparency
Nissan Australia faces a social media backlash after awarding a Facebook competition prize to a close friend of its social media co-ordinator, igniting outrage.
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How not to run a Twitter campaign
Wed, 23rd Nov 2011
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advertising
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twitter
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qantas
Qantas' ill-timed #QantasLuxury Twitter campaign backfires amid industrial disputes, drawing backlash from frustrated passengers and viral ridicule.
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Should tweens be on Facebook?
Wed, 23rd Nov 2011
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avg technologies
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twitter
Study reveals over 58% of parents say their tweens use social networks, sparking debate on age restrictions and digital maturity.
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Friend or foe?
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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facebook
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twitter
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twitter vine
Jimmy Kimmel is calling on Facebook users to ditch their unwanted 'friends' on his second annual National Unfriend Day. #NUD.
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Facebook and Twitter going down the toilet
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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digital entertainment
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facebook
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twitter
Facebook and Twitter users are joining a campaign by ToiletDay.org to post about the global toilet shortage in support of World Toilet Day this Saturday.
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Cloud reality not meeting the hype
Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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iaas
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dlp
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symantec
Cloud computing's promised revolution falls short, with a significant gap between expectations and reality, reports a global Symantec survey.
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Short wait for Firefox 8
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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twitter
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mozilla
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browsers
Firefox 8 debuting today with Twitter search integration and enhanced security, marking Mozilla's latest swift update.
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Southwest scandal
Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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avg technologies
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twitter
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sme
L Word star Leisha Hailey kicked off Southwest flight for kissing her partner, sparking a Twitter storm and allegations of discrimination.
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Baby boomers catching up to younger generations’ technology skills
Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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smartphones
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martech
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software development
You might think that young people are the only ones in the know when it comes to technology, the internet and social media, but you’d be wrong!.
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The cooks source [sic] controversy, or web justice 101
Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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uc
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cloud services
Monica Gaudio's fight for copyright justice sends shockwaves through the internet, causing Cooks Source magazine's downfall.
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Hackers port Siri onto iPhone 4
Mon, 31st Oct 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple iphone
Main point of difference in iPhone 4S imported to predecessor device - although not well enough for a public release.
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Spam alert!
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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facebook
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social media
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twitter
All forms of social media need to be approached as professionally and strategically as any other communication platform you use.
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Swearing for charity
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
SwearJar encourages users to clean up their language on Twitter by donating to Unicef for every swear word tweeted, adding a charitable twist.
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Social studies
Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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management
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social media
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twitter
Navigating social media can be tricky for new businesses. A well-thought-out strategy is crucial to avoid pitfalls and ensure a positive online presence.
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Interview: game producer from Sony's XDev studio
Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
With just a few months until the release of the PlayStation Vita (rhymes with heater), we speak to Sony's John McLaughlin about what fans can expect.