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Social media gives journalism a run for its money
Facebook

Social media gives journalism a run for its money

Social media not only circulates news but also enhances the reach of quality journalism, turning Facebook 'likes' and LinkedIn shares into valued endorsements.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2011
Not intended to be a factual statement
Social Media

Not intended to be a factual statement

U.S. Senator Jon Kyl's less than factual statement has made its way onto Twitter, providing users with some serious laughs at Kyl's expense.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2011
20 fun things to do with your computer
Gaming

20 fun things to do with your computer

Discover 20 amusing easter eggs for your computer, from upside-down screens to hidden games, proving there's more to PCs than work.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2011
Twitter welcomes TweetDeck to the nest
Social Media

Twitter welcomes TweetDeck to the nest

Twitter secures its future by acquiring TweetDeck, enhancing its offer to power-users and brands in a bid to monetise tweets effectively.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 26th May 2011
Internet a-Twitter with super-injunction scandal
Social Media

Internet a-Twitter with super-injunction scandal

UK in uproar as footballer sues Twitter over super-injunction breach, igniting debate on free speech and privacy laws.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 24th May 2011
Facebook caught red-handed in Google smear
Google

Facebook caught red-handed in Google smear

Facebook exposed orchestrating a smear campaign against Google over alleged privacy concerns via a top PR firm.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th May 2011
Cyber-thieves use 'marketing-like' tactics says Microsoft
Marketing Technologies

Cyber-thieves use 'marketing-like' tactics says Microsoft

Microsoft's recent Security Intelligence Report reports an up-tick in use of marketing-like approaches by cyber-criminals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 13th May 2011
Know your frenemy
Facebook

Know your frenemy

Survey reveals 85% of women on Facebook are frequently annoyed by their friends' posts, from complaints to constant bragging.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 1st May 2011
Personalised advertising: it's a personal choice
Marketing Technologies

Personalised advertising: it's a personal choice

You're surfing the net, browsing Facebook, or reading emails and an ad perfectly tailored to your interests and needs happens to catch your eye.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st May 2011
Just say no
Facebook

Just say no

Struggling with Facebook addiction? KeepMeOut might be your saviour, offering a novel way to temper your social media use.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2011
Friends close, staff closer in your contact centre
Customer Relationship Management

Friends close, staff closer in your contact centre

Social media skills should be a key consideration when recruiting for customer service roles in call centres, says journalist.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Feb 2011
Websites made just how you like them...courtesy of facebook
Unified Communications

Websites made just how you like them...courtesy of facebook

Have you been surfing the web recently and been surprised to find your Facebook icon displayed on a web page, and a button urging you to 'Become the fan'?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Feb 2011
Six things not to reveal on Facebook
Cybersecurity

Six things not to reveal on Facebook

Discover the six details you should never share on Facebook, from birthdates to holiday plans, to protect your privacy and safety.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Feb 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Social Media stories

RadiumOne leads way on social data advertising
Social Media

RadiumOne leads way on social data advertising

RadiumOne dominates social-data advertising, boosting retailer returns from USD $8 to USD $14 per ad dollar, now acquiring widget firms to solidify hold.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2011
Govt launches small business promotion
EduTech

Govt launches small business promotion

New Zealand launches a nationwide competition to find the best business plan, offering over NZD $60,000 in cash and services to SMBs with innovative ideas.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2011
Twitter tweaked for iPhone, iPad
Apple

Twitter tweaked for iPhone, iPad

New updates includes easier uploading of photos, autocomplete for @usernames and hashtags and an iOS exclusive Quick Bar. Oh and 'promoted trends'...

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Mar 2011
Video: How safe are you online?
Cloud Services

Video: How safe are you online?

A cyber attack forced Lush to remove its NZ website after customer card details were leaked, raising concerns about our online safety and security practices.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Feb 2011
A slick website captures leads
Storage

A slick website captures leads

DUO has revamped its outdated website, focusing on real-time pricing and stock info to better meet customer needs and foster community engagement.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Jan 2011