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Unified Communication (UC) is revolutionising how businesses communicate, with growth to $212.2m by 2017 powered by demand for collaboration tools.

ICONZ names Roly Smoldon, a seasoned IT expert from MPA New Zealand, as its new CEO, following Sean McDonald's departure.

Hackers exploit children's love for online games, with BitDefender warning of rising online threats targeting young, unsuspecting users.

NZ IT resellers face extinction as bank offers cut-price tech, signaling a shift towards direct vendor sales and cloud services.

Skype is becoming more and more popular as a trendy, convenient, innovative and (most importantly) free way to communicate.

Huawei and Telecom offer internet-capable handset for under $200, Vodafone matches with limited-edition Warriors device.

BNZ pioneers again, launching NZ's first Android banking app, following iPhone success. 15k users in weeks, promising top safety.

Choosing the right anti-virus software can be daunting; experts explain how to balance between free and paid options to ensure online security.

Distribution Central announces its inaugural ASEAN branch in Singapore, heralding a new era of growth in Asia, led by the experienced Fleur Glover.

Tech expert demystifies 20 common technology myths, separating fact from fiction to enlighten users on USB safety, hard drive damage, and online security.

Victoria University revolutionises student IT support with new video kiosks, ensuring access across its vast campus and improving service efficiency.

Firms urged to bolster security as mobile devices in workplaces soar. IDC predicts a 60% sales jump, raising enterprise vulnerability.

Craig Scroggie, Vice President and Managing Director for Symantec, Pacific region, takes a look at the current security situation for mobile devices.

Smartphones and tablets boost productivity but heighten security risks in 2011, as cyber threats target mobile platforms more than ever.

Scammers exploit Canterbury quake tragedy, posing as a legitimate UK charity to defraud Kiwis with offers of a 10% cut on donations received. NetSafe warns.

Kiwis are flocking to online banking, with Westpac reporting a sharp 15% rise in users, reaching a daily average of 160,000.

Whether you are new to computers, or are a seasoned user – now is a good time to review your security knowledge and practices.

Goldman Sachs Managing Director to join AppSense board - virtualisation market forecast to be worth $2 billion by 2015.

Business intelligence, collaboration, content management, social software and supply chain management will be 2011's major trends, says Gartner.

In 2011, as eCommerce rebounds post-GFC, consumers face new cyber threats. Educating on more than simple authentication is crucial for security.