About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
Journalist
Currently working as a freelance writer and content creator, Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.
Stories by Catherine - Page 350
SoftMaker says: Education software should be free
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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edutech
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microsoft
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microsoft office
SoftMaker says as part of its education drive, it is upping support for educational institutions worldwide by providing its software free of charge.
Are Kiwi businesses ready for remote working?
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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wfh
Over 40% of Kiwi professionals work remotely, but companies face hurdles due to poor planning, says expert Annette Dow.
Riverbed has a new ANZ vice president
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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jobs
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riverbed
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hybrid it
Riverbed appoints Keith Buckley as regional VP for Australia and New Zealand, focusing on expanding business and promoting hybrid IT.
Apple’s iPhone growth peaks, Samsung surges ahead
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Samsung maintains lead in global smartphone market, followed by Apple and Huawei, according to Strategy Analytics.
Weta Workshop: Bringing breakthrough 'mixed reality' tech to life
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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alibaba
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weta digital
Wellington’s Weta Workshop is set to play a pivotal creative role in creating Magic Leap’s Mixed Reality LightfieldTM technology.
Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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smartphones
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uc
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wireless networks
As digital devices become a staple of people’s every day lives, personal and private information is increasingly at risk.
Fluke Networks rolls out LinkWare Live updates
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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devops
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apm
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software development
Fluke Networks has announced new LinkWare Live capabilities designed to improve test device management, configuration and tracking.
IoT, proactive security and big data: Top trends impacting government
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Government agencies face pressure to keep up with digital technology trends, according to a new report by DMI.
Hemisphere Technologies expands security portfolio with new distie deal
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Hemisphere Technologies has signed an agreement with Trustwave to distribute the company’s Secure Email Gateway (SEG) Cloud service in Australia.
FireEye acquisition a 'game changer' for threat management
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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fireeye
FireEye has acquired Invotas in order to offer security orchestration capabilities as part of its global threat management platform.
CyberArk addresses the malware problem
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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malware
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
CyberArk bolsters defence with Viewfinity v5.5, blending malware protection and user productivity in latest security update.
Qual IT gears up to expand in Auckland region
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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jobs
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vifx
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qual it
Qual IT, the independent software quality assurance specialist, is looking to expand its footprint in the Auckland region with a new appointment.
Behind the scenes of cyber crime
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Palo Alto Networks survey reveals insights into cyberattackers and how to prevent data breaches. #cybersecurity #dataprivacy.
Android phone dying fast? Facebook might be the culprit
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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smartphones
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power / energy
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facebook
Facebook’s Android app chews through smartphone battery life at a rapid rate and significantly reduces performance, according to recent reports.
Big changes taking place in the SME NAS market
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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storage
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data analytics
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martech
Hybrid storage arrays, increased use of flash storage, cloud-based NAS and big data analytics are significantly impacting the SMB NAS market.
University of Auckland student wins REANNZ scholarship
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
REANNZ announces its recipient for the Future Funds tertiary scholarship programme, Se-Young Yu from the University of Auckland. #scholarship.
Could activity trackers help with heart problems?
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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uc
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healthtech
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fitness
Overall, a significant amount (74%) of people using an activity tracker say the device is helping them cope with their condition.
Apple ups education focus with latest acquisition
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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smartphones
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edutech
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personal computing devices
Hot on the tail of releasing a slew of new education features with iOS 9.3, Apple has acquired LearnSprout, an education technology start-up.
Sharp rolls out interactive whiteboard built for the classroom
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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edutech
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uc
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telco
Sharp has announced the release of a new interactive whiteboard for the classroom, just in time for a new school year.
Surface Pro 3 tool of choice for Christchurch school
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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edutech
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microsoft
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surface
Microsoft has teamed up with St Andrew’s College to help the educators and students get the most out of technology in the classroom.