Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stories - Page 7
One of the more obvious acronyms you’ll encounter in the information technology, BYOD is exactly what it appears to be: your own devices used at home, but brought into the office and used for work. BYOD is a big deal in the technology space because it requires careful management, with issues including keeping personal information and apps separate from professional ones, securing company data, and establishing how support is provided. With the proliferation of smartphones, tablets and personally-owned laptops and other devices, BYOD is a practical reality for almost every organisation today.
Jamf updates teacher and parent support for Mac & other Apple devices
Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
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The updates across Jamf Teacher and Jamf Parent apps, which are provided as part of the Jamf School offering, support remote and hybrid classroom environments.
Apple jumps on the Bluetooth tracker bandwagon pioneered by Tile
Wed, 21st Apr 2021
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Apple has entered the market for Bluetooth trackers, pioneered by companies like Tile - but as always, Apple puts its own spin on things.
Mobile devices biggest enterprise security threat - report
Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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Businesses at risk from cyber criminals due to rushed remote working during COVID-19, says Verizon. 49% experienced cybersecurity issues.
ComCom: Broadband pricing stagnant in 2020 despite NZers flocking online
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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Despite increased demand, fixed line broadband pricing remains expensive tor all tiers compared to other countries in the OECD.
OPPO's Find X3 smartphone series shoots for one billion colours
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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OPPO has launched itself back into the smartphone market with the release of its new 'premium and futuristic' Find X3 Series.
Dropbox acquires document sharing platform DocSend
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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Dropbox has agreed to buy document management firm DocSend for $165m as it looks to capitalise on remote working opportunities.
Popular iPhone call recording app left recordings unsecured on the web
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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A researcher discovered the vulnerability in a free app called Automatic call recorder, offered for free on the App Store for iPhone.
Yubico pledges to secure world's most at-risk organisations
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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Yubico is partnering with Microsoft to offer 25,000 free YubiKey security keys to high profile and high risk organisations across 31 countries.
Telstra switches on low band 5G network for commercial use
Thu, 11th Mar 2021
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Telstra launches low band 5G network across 1200 sites, using repurposed spectrum. Aims to cover 75% of Australia by June.
PC & smartphone markets on strong growth trajectory in 2021 - IDC
Thu, 11th Mar 2021
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Worldwide smartphone shipments could achieve a 5.5% growth rate this year - and PC shipment rates will also grow 18.2%.
SMBs look to laptops for work mobility, but many don't see a future in remote working
Thu, 11th Mar 2021
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Laptops are the future of work for many SMBs in Asia Pacific post-COVID-19, but owners may not be ready, says a new survey from IDC and ASUS.
Jamf acquires tools from cmdSecurity to secure macOS enterprise offerings
Wed, 10th Mar 2021
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Jamf has acquired technical assets from cmdSecurity to enhance its Apple device management platform with new security capabilities.
Biometric IoT monetisation opportunities suffer from strategic misalignment - report
Tue, 9th Mar 2021
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Strategic misalignment is the prevalent threat keeping innovative biometric monetisation from reaching critical mass in the larger IoT ecosystem.
Fujitsu designs new notebooks for the new style of working
Mon, 8th Mar 2021
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Fujitsu unveils new LIFEBOOK models designed for professionals navigating remote working, featuring Intel's 11th gen vPro platform.
Interview: It's time to rename MDM to Modern Device Management
Mon, 8th Mar 2021
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Mobile device management is no longer about being tied to physical devices - in fact, IT administrators shouldn't even need to go near them.
E-waste becoming a massive issue for businesses, so what can be done?
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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COVID-19 has led to a surge in e-waste and data security concerns as employees use more devices, according to a study by Blancco Technology Group.
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The ultimate network security audit checklist
Fri, 13th Nov 2020
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Organisations warned to prioritize network security as cybercrime damage is projected to rise. Regular audits can minimize attacks.
Nokia phones lead trust rankings finds Counterpoint research
Mon, 2nd Nov 2020
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Nokia phones are leading the Android ecosystem in providing the fastest software and security updates across the entire portfolio.
Why zero trust remote networking is key to thriving in the 'new normal' business world
Wed, 7th Oct 2020
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The shift to remote working has highlighted the need for secure infrastructure. Zero trust remote work can provide the solution.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The growing complexity of cybersecurity in 2020
Fri, 2nd Oct 2020
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TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams: SonicWall cybersecurity director discusses changes in attacker behaviour and security solutions.