Opinion stories - Page 179
eCommerce requires beefed up cybersecurity to function well
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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ddos
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martech
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commerce systems
In an increasingly interconnected world, online shopping and electronic transactions have now transcended its innovation status.
Gone phishin' - sidestepping the bait in scam emails
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
What makes people click on scam emails, and how can we educate them against opening themselves (and their organisations) up to vulnerabilities?.
The risks of DDoS and why availability is everything
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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ddos
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arbor networks
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netscout
We've all experienced the feeling of frustration, or even desperation, when the online services we expect are not available when we need them.
Polycom on workplace diversity and multi-generational workforces in Australia
Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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workplace of the future
66% of Australia's population, an estimated 11.8 million people aged between 15 and 64 years - now make up our workforce.
The state of edge computing in Asia
Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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edge computing
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cloud services
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uptime institute
Taking a thoughtful approach to edge design, build and operations will go a long way toward achieving success in our rapidly evolving digital economy.
A look inside network monitoring for the connected age
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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iot
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paessler
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network monitoring
Proper preparation prevents poor performance. The five Ps - we've all heard them and no doubt committed them to memory, but how many of us use them?.
Asking the right questions: The Australian Government's digital storage plan
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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cloud services
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australian government
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opinion
If Australia wants to continue to be agile across government technology, cloud technology is a must-have, and the transition needs to happen now.
The seven critical skills all IT teams should possess
Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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storage
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dr
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cybersecurity
Skillsoft's EMEA MD explains how embedding key skills within in-house IT teams can help keep an organisation's data safe and its employees productive.
Tearing down international borders with cloud-based communication
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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crm
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uc
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martech
Companies with global aspirations face challenges in deploying effective communications infrastructure, but cloud-based platforms offer a solution.
Is AI actually the scary monster under the bed?
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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ai
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
AI was once feared by all, but it is now giving us the ability to do certain things more efficiently than ever before.
Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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encryption
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dlp
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breach prevention
IBM estimates the cost of a data breach is $3.62m, highlighting the importance of encryption - COMPAREX UK's expert on the matter provides his advice.
How to maintain productivity and engagement in the workplace
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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deloitte
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dropbox
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workplace of the future
A mistake many businesses make is the belief that a remote workplace, and a stationed office, are binary opposites.
Create a safer internet by building a culture of security
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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uc
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
On Safer Internet Day, stakeholders emphasised the crucial role of organisations in fostering a culture of security to ensure a safer internet for all.
Amazonification of brick and mortar retailers: Why Aussie organisations must mobilise
Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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iot
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
Mobility is already mission critical in the retail space. Addressing it with a focus on integration will ensure you don't miss the mark.
Four steps organisations can take to protect against encrypted tunnel attacks
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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encryption
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phishing
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email security
Nefarious actors can use encrypted tunnels to pivot across corporate networks, eavesdrop, route traffic to phishing websites & access sensitive data.
Cloud is confusing, deliberately
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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saas
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iaas
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cloud services
Major software vendors like Oracle and SAP are pushing cloud solutions, but the term's overuse creates confusion, disadvantaging customers.
On-prem, virtualised, cloud, hybrid: Reimagining the enterprise data centre
Sat, 3rd Feb 2018
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
Pick a timeframe in the future and then imagine what the data centre will look like - a number of industry heavyweights have pitched their thoughts.
The importance of net neutrality in today's digital world
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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uc
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multi-cloud
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cloud services
Who will end up paying any additional costs that are levied? Will cloud providers be taxed by the telco operators?.
To get ahead with AI, get started with augmented intelligence
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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crm
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uc
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martech
AI is an extension of a human, not a substitute for it. Once we realise this fact, we can appreciate AI for what it truly is.
The six key elements of a DDoS incident response plan
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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ddos
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arbor networks
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netscout
Incident response is too often an afterthought in the case of DDoS attacks. So, what does an effective Incident Response Plan look like?.