About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 388
BYOD in schools: the backpack a potential treasure trove for thieves
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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personal computing devices
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technology in the classroom
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ami
A recent Facebook poll from IAG and AMI Insurance reveals high value technology are increasingly being carried around by students.
What is the solution to the Australia's IT skills gap?
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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centurylink
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qualifications
Australia's IT skills crisis may find relief in outsourcing, as firms navigate a growing talent shortfall, reveals CenturyLink.
Kiwi CIOs and Govt to strategise at tech summit
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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nztech
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cio
NZTech is bringing together the leaders and CIOs across government to collaborate and share innovative ways they have partnered with the tech sector.
Slowing smartphone market affecting all players
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Global smartphone market slowdown affects Apple, with slowest Q4 market growth since 2008, according to Juniper Research.
Elaborate widow scam sees Kiwi suffer 'significant' financial loss
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
The victim received a letter that appeared to be from the Minister of Internal Affairs and the DIA threatening extradition if payment wasn't received.
Is the TPPA a threat to our public education system?
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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tppa
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nzei te riu roa
New Zealand's public education system is under threat from the TPPA, says National secretary of NZ Educational Institute.
Veritas looks ahead following Symantec split
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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symantec
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veritas
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partners
The split from security vendor Symantec is officially complete as Veritas Technologies this week begins life as a newly independent company.
So how good are Google's offices actually?
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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google
Step inside the quirky world of Google's offices, uncovering comforts and innovation at the tech titan's hubs.
Oracle unveils new partner cloud program
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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paas
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iaas
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cloud services
Oracle launches new Oracle Partner Network Cloud Program, offering support to partners to boost growth in the cloud.
Government completes school network upgrade project
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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uc
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telco
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rural broadband initiative
The School Network Upgrade Project has been completed, giving all schools in New Zealand access to high-quality internet.
Is Microsoft losing the mobility race?
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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mobility
Microsoft's share of the total mobility market is just 12%, behind Google and Apple at 70% and 17% respectively, according to new figures from Canalys.
State of the Australian channel: stable vendor relations
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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partner programmes
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cloud services
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comptia
Higher satisfaction with vendors may be in play here as greater access to partner program resources is helping with lead generation and closing deals.
Konica Minolta reaffirms its commitment to Aussie innovation
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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devops
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apm
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healthtech
Konica Minolta reaffirms local innovation commitment through its Asia Pacific Innovation Centre. Establishes Australian-based team.
School wins Torque conservation challenge - by switching off computers
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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torque ip
Saving thousands on your school’s energy bill could be as simple as turning school computers and lights off after hours.
Spark and Vodafone need to up their customer service game
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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crm
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uc
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martech
Consumer NZ slams Spark and Vodafone for poor customer service as consumers face long wait times to get support.
Internet hits back against legal rape campaigner
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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social media
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online petitions
Unsurprisingly, the digital world is enraged over face-to-face meeting plans by pro-rape group Return of Kings across several countries, including NZ.
Apple winning the detachable race
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
The transition towards detachable tablets is in full swing, with Apple coming out on top as the clear winner above Microsoft and other PC vendors.
Spark and Vodafone show commitment with new cell towers
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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uc
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telco
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4g technology
Mobile coverage has been expanded more than 1700 square kilometres of rural areas previously without coverage via 15 new cell towers.
NZTG cleans up 'unfortunate situation' through deal with RS Comms
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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m&a
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new zealand technology group
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rs comms
New Zealand Technology Group teams up with RS Comms to provide telecoms services to small and medium-sized businesses.
Cloud-based expense management vital, according to Concur
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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cloud services
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concur
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expense management
Concur claims that full visibility of employee expenses can lead to healthy cash flows and improved employee satisfaction.