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How to use Twitter's keyword targeting in timeline
[Bryan Sise] Since Twitter launched keyword targeting in timeline, brands and advertisers have developed useful techniques to use the feature to reach the right people in the right moment. Here are five ways to use keyword targeting to make your Twitter campaigns more effective... read more>>

Millennials not likely to use a company's products or services after a poor experience, report finds

According to Oracle's global report, Millennials and mobility: how businesses can tap into the app generation, nearly 55% of millennials say a poor mobile app experience would make them less likely to use a company's products or services...

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ITWeb Security Summit features former NSA director, turned whistle-blower

Bill Binney, a former director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and whistle-blower, will be the opening keynote speaker at the ITWeb Security Summit 2015, taking place at Vodacom World from 26 to 28 May 2015...

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5 signs that your hard drive is about to fail

Roberto Caprio

Whether you have a solid state or mechanical drive, there is always a chance the device will fail...

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ICT
The tech industry can create jobs rapidly
Heather Lowe, Head of Enterprise Development of FNB Business, believes that South Africa should maximise the potential of the tech industry to broaden contribution to the country's economic growth and job creation... read more>>
Ruckus Wireless contemplates Wi-Fi and LTE convergence
Wi-Fi and cellular are the two most successful wireless technologies in existence and have complemented each other for years. Now they seem to be getting engaged... read more>>
Cloud Computing
Vodacom Business Nigeria wins awards at Beacon of ICT 2015
Vodacom Business Nigeria has received yet more awards, adding ICT Infrastructure Provider of the Year (Data Centre) to its list of accolades... read more>>
Cyber Security
Tips on cyber security when away from home
On a business trip - and especially when on holiday - it's easy to overlook the security measures that you instinctively take at home. Kaspersky Lab's experts share advice on what you need to do to make sure your hotel Wi-Fi access is secure, you're safe to buy tickets online and how you can respond if your device is lost or stolen... read more>>
Security still the key in delivering mobility

Anthony Doherty

In the mobile-first, cloud-first era, two trends are powering the wave of mobility sweeping across the enterprise... read more>>
Biometrics offers a robust security solution for the older generation

Greg Sarrail

In June 2014 thousands of South African pensioners were left without money after their pensions had been incorrectly disbursed by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). The reason? Unauthorised individuals had claimed the funds... read more>>
Data Management
No more data loss cover-ups for SA business

Jos Floor

South Africa has an historical culture of non-disclosure and cover-ups when it comes to data loss and data breaches, but the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act will force much greater transparency... read more>>
Internet
Saab Grintek Defence sponsors Techno-Girl programme
South African defence manufacturer Saab Grintek Defence sponsored 120 tablet computers and a year's worth of data to the value of R225,000 for the finalists in the Department of Small Business Development's Techno-Girl programme, part of its Technology for Women in Business (TWIB) initiative... read more>>
Network
Cell C launches girl child alumni programme
Services
Sales surge at AfricaOnline Namibia
AfricaOnline Namibia has announced a significant uptake within the SME sector, with a 60% increase in sales over the past year... read more>>
Software
Tips on how to fight and avoid ransomware, from ESET South Africa
Ransomware is malicious software that cyber criminals use to hold a user's computer or computer files for ransom, demanding payment in order for the user to get the files back. Sadly, ransomware is becoming an increasingly popular way for malware authors to extort money from companies and consumers alike, said Nathan Loftie-Eaton, Security Specialist of ESET South Africa... read more>>
Wits students use @RISK software to manage mining risk
Students at the Wits School of Mining Engineering are employing a high-tech program to manage mining risk... read more>>
Telecommunications
How can the travel industry catch up with its consumers' online habits?
Every industry faced major changes when the digital revolution struck; those that adopted and incorporated it into their strategy from the start set themselves up well to thrive in today's climate where internet penetration numbers are growing impressively each year... read more>>
Uncertain future for global telecoms
The global telecoms industry faces an uncertain future, according to a new report published by accountancy and advisory firm BDO... read more>>
Zimbabwe shuts down mobile phone firm over black empowerment
HARARE - Zimbabwe on Wednesday shut down the country's second largest mobile phone service provider, Telecel Zimbabwe, partly for breaching black empowerment laws, officials said... read more>>
Airtel Africa wins at MVNO Industry World Congress
NAIROBI, KENYA: Bharti Airtel ("Airtel"), a telecommunications services provider with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa, received global recognition at the 3rd Annual International MVNO Industry Awards Ceremony... read more>>
Business
The nuts and bolts of succession planning
Succession planning is about filling the organisation's talent pipeline and building internal strength... read more>>
Jobs offered
Web Developer/Designer - Cape Town
Junior-mid web developer sought for bespoke, fast-growing comms agency. Read more >>



New events to diarise
Short programme - Fundamentals of Microsoft Office - 1 May 2015 to 31 May 2015, Johannesburg
The programme is designed for learners with some knowledge of computers who wish to learn about the fundamental aspects of the popular Microsoft Office standard software packages. Read more >>


Short Programme in IT Principles (A+ Preparation) - 1 May 2015 to 31 May 2015, Durban
The short programme in IT Principles (A+ preparation) is designed for learners who would like to become involved in the technical side of computers. Read more >>


SECUREX South Africa 2015
Trackforce - 12 May 2015 to 14 May 2015, Johanesburg, Midrand

Cyber security for automation and SCADA systems
IDC Technologies - 20 May 2015 to 21 May 2015, Midrand, Johannesburg

Upcoming events
Insurance Telematics Conference 2015
Trade Conferences International - 6 May 2015 to 7 May 2015, Johannesburg

Electronic document and records management
COR Concepts.co.za - 6 May 2015 to 8 May 2015, Cape Town

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