Australian stories - Page 88

Blue Coat takes aim at Cisco and Riverbed by introducing virtual WAN optimisation appliances, offering more flexibility and choice for customers and resellers.

Mark Callander steps in as CallPlus CEO, steering the company towards local loop unbundling in Hamilton, nationwide WiMAX rollout, and expanding MVNO services.

Blue Coat Systems' new Sydney data centre will swiftly boost web security for New Zealand users, combating phishing, spyware, and trojans more effectively.

Telarus targets Kiwi SMEs, inking deals with Vector and CityLink, as CEO Jules Rumsey predicts deregulation will drive demand for managed services.

According to research from Frost & Sullivan, data centre hosting demand continues to outpace supply in the Asia Pacific region.

Wellington boasts the fastest internet speeds in Oceania, topping Akamai's Q3 2009 report with 3488 Kbps, outpacing major cities like Sydney and Canberra.

The Australian government has announced that it will introduce its proposed Internet filtering system next year.

Plantronics has agreed to sell Altec Lansing to Prophet Equity LP, a Texas-based private equity firm, for US$18 million in cash.

The Western Roamer, a frequent traveller to Europe, the US, and Australia, faces varied mobile roaming charges but finds data use hotel fees may be costlier.

Announced today, Gen-i is now an official Managed Service Provider (MSP) for NetIQ products in the Unified Communications (UC) space in ANZ.

Vodafone partners with Amway to promote handsets and services through Amway's extensive network of independent business owners in New Zealand.

Kaseya has appointed Sim Bong as its first New Zealand Country Manager as part of its strategy to grow in the Kiwi market, says CEO Gerald Blackie.

Global communications service provider Reliance Globalcom has secured a contract extension with global engineering consultancy firm Aurecon.

Telecom's XT Network offers simplified roaming pricing, but there is little difference in cost compared to Vodafone.

As enterprises focus on IP telephony, examining IP PBX systems through the lens of practicality, power and proven performance is key to VoIP success.

Citrix revamps its partner program in ANZ, introducing CSA Authorised to enable immediate product sales and launching new online training for partners.

Drury made the comments as Xero launches its push into Australia - a potential market of well over 2 million small businesses.

Olive Riley, the world's oldest blogger, has passed away at 108. Her blog, The Life of Riley, shared tales from her vibrant century-long journey.

IT veteran Russ Olsen tasked with leading Chillisoft's new Australian branch, leveraging his 25-year experience in tech retail and distribution.