An Introduction to Cloud Computing

As a constantly-evolving field, it can be difficult to keep up with the developments in cloud computing, let alone dive into it. So, let’s take a look at what it is, and what it offers you.   What is cloud computing? Cloud computing is when you access computing...

Oracle Communications: more than a database

Far more than just a “database” company, Oracle Communications delivers a host of software and networking solutions. These assist companies to fast track their digital transformation goals with solutions that help build networks, deliver superior communications and...
Keeping your customer satisfied

Keeping your customer satisfied

It’s hard to believe it’s almost 50 years since Simon & Garfunkel released “Keep the Customer Satisfied”, but never have the words of the title been so true as today – especially with our moribund economy. By Guy Whitcroft As so many studies have confirmed,...

Cybercrime has become a social game

Today, there are many ways an attacker will try and compromise a corporate network, but in the end, the individual is the highest risk factor. Attackers will take whatever means necessary to break into a network and steal information, and the most popular, and most...

Best practice in the event of a data breach

We’ve all heard the famous prophecy that states: if we fail to prepare then we must prepare to fail. This statement is never more relevant than in the event of a data breach. By Steve Benton, BT deputy CSO, GM cyber and physical security operations and programmes In...
Epson goes all-in on SA market

Epson goes all-in on SA market

Epson is strengthening its commitment to the South African market as its EcoTank product line-up gains traction. By Kathy Gibson On a visit to the local office, Epson representative director Koichi Kubota reiterates that the executive team is “super-excited” about the...

Ransomware a growing threat to SA organisations

The rise in cybercrime is unprecedented. Over one-third of South African IT decision-makers (35%) are on high alert and are expecting cyber-attacks on their businesses within days. By Ian Jansen van Rensburg, senior systems engineer at VMware Moreover, besides...