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Top tips to secure your home wifi network from net nasties

Your home internet network is become more and more vulnerable. Here's what you can do to help protect it from hackers and other net nasties.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2017

Network Infrastructure

WiFi can create holograms of objects, even through walls

German researchers have developed a method using Wi-Fi signals to capture 3D hologram images of objects through walls and obstacles.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017

Unified Communications

Google provides internet to disaster-struck Peru

Google's Project Loon initiative has provided basic internet access to flood-hit regions of Peru over the past two months.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Fri, 19th May 2017

Unified Communications

Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring internet to far corners of the Earth

Half the world doesn't have the luxury of being able to connect to the internet at their leisure, even though internet access is basic human right.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Tue, 16th May 2017

Malware

WatchGuard releases Wi-Fi access point for the rugged outdoor environment

WatchGuard has taken its wireless solutions to the rugged outdoor environment with the release of a new cloud-ready wireless outdoor access point.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017

Wireless Networks

Spark to implement huge WiFi boost to Westpac Stadium

The obvious benefit is the improved ability for visitors to share their stadium experiences with friends and family, primarily on social media.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017

Wireless Networks

Employees who use public wifi are playing a game of risk, says CompTIA

Employees could be putting your organisation at risk just by the wireless networks they use, says tech industry association CompTIA.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2017

Wireless Networks

How to avoid choking up your organisation's wi-fi deployment

Mobile devices and internet access are prevalent and organisations need to be vigilant about how they plan, deploy and validate wi-fi connections.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2017

Wireless Networks

BYOD policies aren't all they shape up to be, says Netscout

Netscout reveals the hidden disruptions of BYOD, highlighting control and Wi-Fi bandwidth challenges in the workplace.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017

Wireless Networks

Ruapehu free WiFi proving a hit

Free WiFi provided by the Ruapehu District Council is a hit in Taumarunui, Ohakune, and Raetihi, with hundreds of daily users.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Jan 2017

Unified Communications

How the changing workplace is affecting your WiFi network

WiFi networks need to protect sensitive data on customers, prospects, employees and intellectual property, and provide seamless, secure connectivity.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jan 2017

Data Analytics

Aerohive eyes Ruckus channel in 'flagging competitor landscape'

Aerohive is eyeing up the Ruckus reseller channel as it seeks to expand its own reach and capitalise on new growth markets locally.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Nov 2016

Unified Communications

The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds

In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2016

Wireless Networks

Troubleshooting wireless interference can be a nightmare for businesses

Troubleshooting wireless interference is a challenge for many companies, but having the right tools can make all the difference, according to NETSCOUT.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Oct 2016

Wireless Networks

Snapchat gets a new name and unveils some fancy sunglasses

Snapchat rebrands as Snap Inc. and announces new product, Spectacles - sunglasses with an integrated video camera.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Sep 2016

Wireless Networks

How to solve the top five common wi-fi deployment issues

Deploying large-scale Wi-Fi networks can be plagued by delays and issues, affecting service quality and user experience, according to NETSCOUT APAC director.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Sep 2016