Ruckus introduces ICX 7850 switch
Ruckus Networks has announced the availability of its new ICX 7850 switch: an edge-to-core solution for the next decade of enterprise networking. Ruckus' stackable ICX 7850 delivers high-density aggregation for 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, 50GbE, and 100GbE using existing...
How do you make a start with HCI?
Once you understand what hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) is, and the benefits it offers to business, the next step is to ensure a successful HCI deployment, and how to attain the best from HCI. By Eugene Maritz, services director at First Technology National...
SD-WAN attractive to African organisations
Software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) is gaining increasing traction as enterprises boost their investment into open, flexible cloud solutions. An overlay architecture which works across multiple platforms, SD-WAN provides a networking foundation with easier...
It’s time to break up with ‘old faithful’
It's the month of love. Everyone is looking to establish a relationship or keep the spark alive in their existing one. But when it comes to business relationships, it might be time to break up, particularly if the partnership doesn't improve efficiencies, ensure...
Scania improves system response, customer service with Nutanix
When Scania Southern Africa started experiencing problems with its IT infrastructure the company looked to Nutanix to help it deliver on its service mandate. The company's slowed legacy systems were hindering its ability to deliver value added services such as...
Vox debuts high-speed satellite internet plans
While a lot is being said about the spread of fixed and wireless network coverage around the country, there is still a vital role for satellite-based internet connectivity in both urban and rural areas of the South African market. To keep pace with evolving customer...
IoT: the good, the bad and the ugly
Like any great Western, IoT is the new technology frontier and it brings its own fair share of challenges to the saloon, writes Andrew Heuvel, chief technology officer at SqwidNet The Internet of Things (IoT) has stepped out of the realm of possibility and conjecture...
See the value in data driven technology
During the ongoing cycle of emerging technology trends, data has once again surfaced to become one of the most valuable assets a business can truly leverage. "With data at the forefront of most business strategies driving digital, technology trends that truly harness...
Software updates as vital as machinery servicing
Micromine is reminding mining companies to update their software to avoid potential cyber security breaches, data loss, system integration issues and operational downtime in 2019. The reminder comes on the back of Micromine's release of new versions of Geobank and...
Why you should upgrade to a modern business system
Upgrading to modern business systems and services is not just a step up. It's a watershed for how companies can run their affairs. By One Channel CEO Bernard Ford Vendors and solution resellers push for new system upgrades. Customers have responded by establishing...
The growing popularity for a headless CMS
Headless Content Management System (CMS) or decoupled content management is fast gaining popularity. The system enables businesses to engage customers with personalised content via multiple channels at any stage of the customer journey. The architecture promotes...
Oracle Java Card boosts IoT security
Oracle has announced the general availability of Java Card 3.1, the latest version of one of the open application platform used to secure sensitive devices. The This extensive update provides more flexibility to help meet the unique hardware and security requirements...