Online basics for small businesses

In a time when most people make purchasing decisions while browsing their smartphones, business owners cannot afford to not be online. Whether a small family-run restaurant or a start-up with big ambitions, all small to medium sized businesses (SMBs) stand to benefit...
The hidden costs of software piracy

The hidden costs of software piracy

Africa’s ICT industry pays a heavy price for software piracy each year, with the latest research from The  Software Alliance (BSA) showing that unlicensed commercial software worth $3,1-billion is in use in Africa and the Middle East. More than half (56%) of the...

Securing the Industrial Internet of Things

The very benefits that makes the IIoT so compelling, makes it equally capable of damaging infrastructure operations and processes through bad actors. Beginning with the Industrial Revolution in the mid 1700s, the manufacturing industry has undergone several...

Westcon-Comstor’s partners to offer Poly solutions

Weston-Comstor partners will be taking Plantronics and Polycom solutions to market under the newly-launched brand name, Poly. Launched in March 2019, Poly, which means “many,” leverages the legendary audio and video expertise of Plantronics and Polycom and its breadth...

nCipher, Credence Security extend distribution agreement

nCipher Security, which provides trust, integrity and control for critical business information and applications, and Credence Security, an IT security, forensics and incident response specialist distributor, are extending their agreement to offer data protection and...
ECS launches ultra-small LIVA Q2 Mini PC

ECS launches ultra-small LIVA Q2 Mini PC

Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) has announced the LIVA Q2, a silent, energy efficient multi-functional mini PC designed for various smart solutions such as home entertainment, smart offices, and modern classroom. It can also be used with digital signage and...