Virtual desktops could boost security

One of the most commonly cited motivations for implementing hosted virtual desktops (HVDs) is to increase the security of end-user computing, according to Gartner.  Gartner says that properly implemented HVDs can increase security, and help organisations and...

Altech sheds Africa assets

Although the Allied Technologies (Altech) group reported higher revenues last night, the company experienced losses in the recent financial period as a result of some of its international operations. The group sold some of its operations in both West and East Africa...

Mobile campaign to combat malaria

Novartis and Malaria No More, a global charity aiming to end malaria deaths, are joining forces on the Power of One campaign to help close the treatment gap and accelerate progress in the fight against malaria. Over the next three years, Novartis will support the...

Mobility laggards will lose out

The mobile world is split into two types of organisations: “innovators” who readily embrace mobility; and “traditionals” who are still uncertain and reluctant to implement it.  This is according to findings from Symantec’s recent 2013 State of Mobility survey....

Free WiFi from Telkom Mobile

Telkom Mobile is offering free unlimited WiFi access at over 400 hotspots across the country to subscribers on qualifying plans. “We are especially pleased to offer subscribers on qualifying Telkom Mobile SmartPlan, SmartSaver, SmartInternet, SmartInternet Promo,...

Wanted: more girls in the tech sector

South Africa needs to encourage young girls to consider technology as a career option if the country is going to address key issues like the current skills shortage in the IT sector and spiralling levels of youth unemployment.  That’s the word from Thuli Sibeko, the...