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Disconnection anxiety hitting home for Kiwis
Unified Communications

Disconnection anxiety hitting home for Kiwis

A new survey reveals just how much of an impact the internet is having on Kiwis - and our anxiety when disconnected.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2016
UPDATED: Vodafone internet down around New Zealand, customers want answers
Unified Communications

UPDATED: Vodafone internet down around New Zealand, customers want answers

Vodafone NZ internet is down around the country, and with no word from the company, customers have turned to Facebook to share their thoughts.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2016
Gore District Council says hello to modern world, rolls out free WiFi
Unified Communications

Gore District Council says hello to modern world, rolls out free WiFi

Free WiFi has been rolled out in the New Zealand town of Gore, making it one of the first southern towns to offer the service.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2015
Free Wi-Fi....Wait, where?
Wireless Networks

Free Wi-Fi....Wait, where?

Moscow to offer free Wi-Fi among the graves, enabling visitors to connect with the past at notable cemeteries.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Dec 2015

Global stories

How can you overcome the device enrolment nightmare?
EduTech

How can you overcome the device enrolment nightmare?

The education sector has redefined the way students learn with digital tools - smart WiFi networks are a must.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
The benefits of moving your business to 802.11ac wave 2
Network Infrastructure

The benefits of moving your business to 802.11ac wave 2

Businesses have been forced to decide whether to stick with the current 802.11 protocol standard or wait for new ones to be released.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Mar 2016
Xirrus launches CommandCenter to simplify Wi-Fi-as-a-service
Wireless Networks

Xirrus launches CommandCenter to simplify Wi-Fi-as-a-service

Xirrus has launched a new control function to simplify the ability to offer Wi-Fi-as-a-service, enabling increased revenue streams for MSPs.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
Free Wi-Fi at Northland DHB hospitals
Wireless Networks

Free Wi-Fi at Northland DHB hospitals

The objective is to make the hospital experience more pleasant by enabling patients to maintain communication with family and business contacts.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2016
Network security and tips for using free WIFI
Wireless Networks

Network security and tips for using free WIFI

Wireless networks can be left vulnerable if you have an old router with poor security. Likewise, free WiFi can be used to intercept your transactions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Feb 2016
Skyfii scores three-year data analytics Wi-Fi contract
Data Analytics

Skyfii scores three-year data analytics Wi-Fi contract

Data services company Skyfii has won a three-year contract with Lederer Group, that will see it supply data analytics and Wi-Fi services.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Feb 2016
Cyber security knowledge on the rise, but is it enough?
Wireless Networks

Cyber security knowledge on the rise, but is it enough?

On the whole, people appreciate how much technology has improved their lives, but the risk of personal information being exposed is on their minds.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2016
Dual-use routers raise security concerns
Wireless Networks

Dual-use routers raise security concerns

At least 1 in 3 home routers will be used as public Wi-Fi hotspots by 2017, exacerbating security and privacy concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2016
What's next for the Wireless Industry? Top Wi-Fi Trends in 2016
Wireless Networks

What's next for the Wireless Industry? Top Wi-Fi Trends in 2016

Wi-Fi technology has become such a pervasive force that it has become hard to imagine what life will be like without wireless Internet access.

By Michael Lok • 5 min read • Thu, 14th Jan 2016
Largest salon brand deploys Aerohive Wi-Fi networking solutions
Wireless Networks

Largest salon brand deploys Aerohive Wi-Fi networking solutions

Great Clips has partnered with Aerohive to deliver secure, scalable Wi-Fi across its 3800 salons in the US and Canada.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2015
Where is Wi-Fi headed?
Wireless Networks

Where is Wi-Fi headed?

It's impossible to remember a world without Wi-Fi. The ability to connect users to a wireless network is one of our most significant developments.

By Mark Verbloot • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2015
Huawei tackles weak Wi-Fi problem with new solution
Wireless Networks

Huawei tackles weak Wi-Fi problem with new solution

Huawei's new Wi-Fi solution promises improved signal coverage and simplified device management in hotels, hospitals, universities and warehouses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2015
Hands-on Review: Asus AC3100 RT-AC88U Router & WiFi Access Point for gamers
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Asus AC3100 RT-AC88U Router & WiFi Access Point for gamers

Well done Asus, this is a superb device and I can see gamers or those watching 4K video getting superior performance right out of the box.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Dec 2015
Uh oh: Wi-Fi Barbie ideal attack target
Internet of Things

Uh oh: Wi-Fi Barbie ideal attack target

Security concerns have been raised over a Wi-Fi capable Barbie doll that could be hacked, according to Bluebox Labs and security researcher Andrew Hay.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2015