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Learn how to bring data to life anywhere, anytime
Marketing Technologies

Learn how to bring data to life anywhere, anytime

Even if you have no previous experience with the programme, you can join the course as Dan starts you off from the very basics.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2018
Polycom on workplace diversity and multi-generational workforces in Australia
Hybrid & Remote Work

Polycom on workplace diversity and multi-generational workforces in Australia

66% of Australia's population, an estimated 11.8 million people aged between 15 and 64 years - now make up our workforce.

By Tony Simonsen • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2018
Unlocking the benefits of leading a multi-generational workforce
Artificial Intelligence

Unlocking the benefits of leading a multi-generational workforce

Diversity – and not just gender diversity – brings different ideas, backgrounds, and assumptions to the table.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Upskilling made easy with remote online courses
Marketing Technologies

Upskilling made easy with remote online courses

In the modern workplace having a team of digital experts is vital, however, training is costly and very often time-consuming.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2018
Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss
Encryption

Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss

IBM estimates the cost of a data breach is $3.62m, highlighting the importance of encryption - COMPAREX UK's expert on the matter provides his advice.

By Alex Dalglish • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018
Why the C-suite must not be exempt from cyber defense training
Phishing

Why the C-suite must not be exempt from cyber defense training

Some C-suite executives do not think they need training or education to spot attacks because they don't think they would ever fall for an attack.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2018
Corporate users warned Intel AMT flaw has 'destructive' potential
Intel

Corporate users warned Intel AMT flaw has 'destructive' potential

Anyone who gains physical access to a machine could create a backdoor in less than 30 seconds and use the backdoor to remotely monitor activities.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Just how dark is the dark web? The rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service
Malware

Just how dark is the dark web? The rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service

These packages allow individuals with little technical skill, to attack businesses and individuals with relative ease.

By Steven Sparshott • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2018
Intel CEO addresses Spectre and Meltdown bugs at CES keynote
Semiconductors

Intel CEO addresses Spectre and Meltdown bugs at CES keynote

Kraznich advised users to apply any updates from your operating system vendor and system manufacturer as soon as they become available.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2018
Razer's project Linda is the Frankenstein's monster of laptops
Razer

Razer's project Linda is the Frankenstein's monster of laptops

Razer unveils Project Linda, a bold hybrid laptop powered by the Android-based Razer Phone, aiming to merge smartphone convenience with laptop capabilities.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2018
ASUS​ ​announces​ the ​world's thinnest convertible laptop
ASUS

ASUS​ ​announces​ the ​world's thinnest convertible laptop

ASUS recently announced the availability of the ZenBook Flip S UX370, the world's thinnest convertible laptop...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018
Intel processor vulnerabilities: What you need to know about Meltdown and Spectre
Semiconductors

Intel processor vulnerabilities: What you need to know about Meltdown and Spectre

Desktops, laptops, and smartphones running on vulnerable processors can be exposed to unauthorized access and information theft.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2018
Affordable digital training that works for you
Marketing Technologies

Affordable digital training that works for you

Bringyourlaptop.com have made it easy and affordable for you to increase your digital skill set and get ahead of the competition.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Kiwis' contradictory habits costing millions in cybercrime damage
Cybersecurity

Kiwis' contradictory habits costing millions in cybercrime damage

New Zealanders lost more than $177 million to cybercrime last year but it seems people are not paying enough attention.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
AU govt echoes HP's recall of potentially fiery laptop batteries
Power / Energy

AU govt echoes HP's recall of potentially fiery laptop batteries

The ACCC has reiterated HP's recall with one of its own in an attempt to get Aussie consumers to check and replace their batteries if needed.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2018
Warbiking tour reveals the Aussie city with stellar WiFi security
Firewalls

Warbiking tour reveals the Aussie city with stellar WiFi security

Perth's WiFi security leads the nation, with 94% of networks using WPA/WPA2 protocols after a Sophos warbiking tour. Experts urge cities to follow suit.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2018
How businesses can prepare for the Notifiable Data Breaches legislation
Firewalls

How businesses can prepare for the Notifiable Data Breaches legislation

Australian organisations are likely to embrace mandatory data breach reporting requirements and most businesses believe it should be mandatory.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
Interview: Randtronics' take on encryption - and why quantum computing is not a threat
Encryption

Interview: Randtronics' take on encryption - and why quantum computing is not a threat

Randtronics founder Bob Adhar explains why encryption is indispensable in cybersecurity and how the firm is bracing for quantum computing's emergence.

By Robin Block • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018