Wireless networking
Wireless networking has freed IT users from the confines of their desk and the wired network. Technologies such as 802.11 Wi-FI, Bluetooth and even satellite links have opened up new opportunities for IT innovation. We analyse the latest trends and technologies.
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News
12 May 2025
Wi-Fi 7 trials show ‘significant’ performance gains in enterprise environments
Wireless technology consortium reveals industry trials of latest Wi-Fi standard in enterprise scenarios revealing increased throughput, lower latency and enhanced efficiency for high-demand applications Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2025
Telenor IoT unveils ‘future-proof’ eSIM solution
Internet of things division of leading Nordic telco becomes latest in glut of providers to launch solution in flourishing embedded subscriber identity module market with standardised SGP.32 product Continue Reading
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News
28 Nov 2014
CGI secures communications between pilots and air traffic control
Satellite communications firm Inmarsat has outsourced the provision of security IT and services to CGI Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Nov 2014
In-store retail experience evolves with the demands of tech-savvy shoppers
The increasing demands of today's "always-connected" shoppers are redefining the in-store buying experience Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Nov 2014
How the development of standards will affect the internet of things
As the internet of things (IoT) grows, so will the number of applications developed to control internet-connected devices and objects Continue Reading
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News
25 Nov 2014
National Trust for Scotland overcomes legacy network challenge
The National Trust for Scotland has replaced a historical network infrastructure with a core service from Brocade Continue Reading
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E-Zine
24 Nov 2014
Networking keeps Heathrow flying high
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes at Heathrow Airport’s new Terminal 2 to see the innovative network supporting operations. We visit the secret location of AT&T’s global internet disaster recovery centre. And we assess the risks for HM Revenue & Customs in moving off its IT outsourcing mega-deal. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
17 Nov 2014
Tech Mahindra backs Milton Keynes smart city project
Tech Mahindra’s telco services wing to support development and deployment of smart city solutions and IoT sensor networks Continue Reading
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News
07 Nov 2014
Ofcom to auction tranche of MoD-owned spectrum
190 MHz of spectrum in two bands currently controlled by the Ministry of Defence is to go under the hammer Continue Reading
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News
06 Nov 2014
ITN deploys wireless transmission technology for breaking news
ITN introduces camera-mounted wireless transmission technology from BT to track breaking news stories around London Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Oct 2014
Social media for communication inside the enterprise
Companies have long used social media technology such as Facebook and Twitter to reach more customers – but how are businesses using it internally? Continue Reading
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News
20 Oct 2014
Forget devices, we still need signal, says WWF IT director
Organisations such as the WWF are still trying to focus on sufficient connectivity for remote workers says WWF director of ICT services, Linda Humphrey. Continue Reading
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News
09 Oct 2014
Housing associations launch shared internet service from BT
BT promises housing association tenants lower internet costs through new scheme Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2014
Clarks shoes steps into digital
Shoe manufacturer Clarks is replacing its legacy e-commerce sites with a global cloud-based system next month Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2014
Suppliers discuss Emergency Services Network with Home Office
Suppliers have attended an event held by the Home Office to discuss details of the new Emergency Services Network Continue Reading
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News
29 Aug 2014
Brighton & Hove Albion deploys free Wi-Fi at Amex Stadium
Brighton & Hove Albion picks The Cloud and Ruckus to supply a new Wi-Fi solution at the American Express Community Stadium Continue Reading
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Photo Story
27 Aug 2014
Surrey makes strides in paperless policing
Surrey Police Force has been leading the way in paperless policing, with help from Airwave. Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2014
Manchester has the second largest Wi-Fi network in the UK
The city of Manchester is now home to the second largest Wi-Fi network in the country as it completes a network extension Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2014
BT Business brings 4G to SMEs
BT Business has launched a range of plans for small businesses that include free access to 4G and unlimited BT Wi-Fi Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2014
IT needs to improve network infrastructure for future of retail
IT departments need to up their game and improve networks for the retail sector which is on the brink of massive technology change Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Jul 2014
The legal considerations of the internet of things
As with many new technologies, there are a number of tricky legal challenges to consider as part of widespread IoT adoption Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Jul 2014
CW buyer’s guide to enterprise app stores and self-service IT
Download this exclusive buyer's guide which assesses how businesses can go about setting up an enterprise app store and integrating it with IT service management. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jul 2014
Connected cars standard by end of 2018
Juniper Research study finds integrated in-vehicle connectivity and apps will become standard in new cars by the end of 2018 Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2014
Half of network equipment ageing or obsolete, survey finds
Dimension Data finds 51% of network devices near the end of their life as buyers take cautious approach to hardware refreshes Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2014
Government reveals winning bids in superfast broadband trials
Government reveals names of eight suppliers that have won a share of a £10m funding pot to trial superfast broadband in rural areas Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2014
A Computer Weekly buyer's guide to networks
Computer Weekly looks at an increasingly complex networking environment and offers advice for IT leaders on managing it in this 10 page Buyer's Guide. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
16 Jun 2014
Aruba Airheads@ EMEA Atmosphere: a new generation of Wi-Fi user
Aruba Airheads@ EMEA Atmosphere 2014 brought together engineers, customers and innovators to learn more about the future of wireless networking, and the dawn of the 'Third Place' and 'Generation Mobile' Continue Reading
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News
16 Jun 2014
St Pancras International WLAN upgrade promises gigabit speeds
Upgrade at St Pancras International and other stations served by High Speed 1 rail service will see increases in capacity and speed Continue Reading
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Photo Story
02 Jun 2014
Chelsea Pensioners go online with Wi-Fi upgrade
The historic Royal Hospital Chelsea has turned to Ruckus Wireless to overcome an aging legacy broadband deployment and keep its residents – the famous Chelsea Pensioners – online Continue Reading
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Photo Story
27 May 2014
Cisco Live! 18th-22nd May 2014
This week Cisco held its annual Cisco Live conference in its namesake, San Francisco Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2014
EE looks forward to 5G
Telecoms firm EE is in the midst of its 4G roll-out, and predicts that 5G will not begin appearing commercially until at least 2020 Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2014
Can Tech City deliver reliable fast internet for startup businesses?
Technology companies based in London’s Tech City are struggling to access high-speed fibre optic broadband, which is dramatically affecting the success their businesses. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2014
How to start, refine and improve your social media business strategy
This extract from Adam Gray's book, Brilliant Social Media will help your organisation get started with social media, then refine and improve your strategy to get real business results. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Mar 2014
CW Europe – March 2014 Edition
CW Europe attended Cisco Live Europe 2014 recently, where 7,000 customers and partners gathered in Milan to hear the networking giants infrastructure updates. Find out the biggest themes and what exactly keeps Europe’s cities connected. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Mar 2014
No more email? Why companies are turning to collaboration technology
Collaboration technologies are helping companies improve their employees' work-life balance Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2014
Computer Weekly European User Awards for networking: 2014 winners
The winners have been announced for the Computer Weekly European User Awards for networking. See who made the top spots Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Feb 2014
Should you allow a bring your own device policy?
Employers are realising there are challenges presented by BYOD which, if not dealt with, could have a serious impact on the business Continue Reading
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News
12 Feb 2014
BT sues NHS Scotland for £20m over SWAN project
After losing its bid for the Scottish Wide Area Network project, the telecoms giant is suing the NHS National Services Scotland Continue Reading
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Photo Story
10 Feb 2014
IT Priorities Europe 2014 - networking
We pick out the headline graphs from our annual IT Priorities survey, showing what networking technologies are the most important to businesses in Europe Continue Reading
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E-Zine
13 Jan 2014
What is being said about you on social media?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the sentiment analysis technologies that can help businesses understand what’s being said about them on social media and how best to react. We find out about the development of next-generation Wi-Fi and how it can help improve mobile working. And our supplier profile of Amazon Web Services looks at the challenges and opportunities for the cloud market leader. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jan 2014
Former WTO chief leads debate on future of European spectrum
The future of the UHF spectrum band will be discussed by industry leaders over the next six months before presenting proposals to the European Commission Continue Reading
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News
06 Jan 2014
Samsung launches Smart Home ecosystem to connect home devices
Samsung has launched a connected home ecosystem at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas Continue Reading
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Photo Story
23 Dec 2013
IT at the WWF Living Planet Centre
WWF’s Living Planet Centre is one of the greenest buildings in the UK and aims to demonstrate to the public using technology how it is possible for people to live in harmony with nature Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Dec 2013
Next generation hotspots: The future of Wi-Fi?
A new solution for connecting to wireless hotspots could change the user experience forever. But as Steve Evans points out, there will need to be more collaboration in the telecoms and networking industries before we start to reap the benefits. Continue Reading
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News
27 Nov 2013
European Parliament closes Wi-Fi after man-in-the-middle attack
A number of mailboxes have been compromised and users’ smartphones could be at risk following a man-in-the-middle attack on the European Parliament’s public Wi-Fi Continue Reading
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News
26 Nov 2013
Argos brings O2 Wi-Fi to 735 stores
The retail giant is rolling out Wi-Fi to all its stores in time for the Christmas rush Continue Reading
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News
25 Nov 2013
Facebook authentication - Like?
As Cisco teams up with Facebook to offer authentication for public Wi-Fi, is this option safe for businesses? Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2013
WAN Speak Musings – Volume III
Analysts Clive Longbottom and Bob Tarzey discuss all things network related in this series of 11 short business focused articles. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
01 Oct 2013
Data speeds Mercedes F1 around the world
In this issue of CW Europe read how Tata met the challenge of providing Lewis Hamilton’s F1 team with data connection speeds to match its cars. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2013
Smart Grid and the Internet of Things
Rob McNamara, executive director of SmartGrid GB, tells the story behind the UK's Smart Meter project in this presentation. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
29 Jul 2013
Securing your Wi-Fi data network
Has the 2007 assault on the Wi-Fi network of the US based TJX retail group shocked corporations enough to take note and ensure their networks are actually secure?CW Europe investigates the dip in high-profile security breaches, across the region. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2013
Ubuntu crowd sources funding for PC smartphone hybrid
Ubuntu has invited early adopters to join crowd-funding ventures to launch Ubuntu Edge, a hybrid PC and mobile phone platform Continue Reading
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News
16 Jul 2013
IT energy consumption lower than previously claimed
Research has debunked the myth that consuming IT and media services on mobile devices is hurting the environment Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2013
National Fibre Strategies
Arthur D Little assess five strategic models for deploying national fibre optic telecommunications networks that have been implemented by countries around the globe. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2013
European hotspots rip off Wi-Fi users
Almost all mobile workers have had personal experience of costly Wi-Fi, a survey has found Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2013
WAN Speak Musings – Volume I
Analysts Clive Longbottom and Bob Tarzey discuss all things network related in this series of 12 short business focused articles. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 May 2013
Hotspot 2.0
Hotspot 2.0, also known as Wi-Fi Certified Passpoint, is a standard for public-access Wi-Fi that enables seamless roaming among Wi-Fi networks and between Wi-Fi and cellular networks. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2013
BT and Intel invest in lab to research into future cities and telecoms technologies
A research laboratory has been launched by BT and Intel to develop networking technologies and smart city capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2013
Schuh takes first steps to in-store Wi-Fi
Shoe retailer Schuh signs a contract with The Cloud to offer free Wi-Fi to customers Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2013
Case study: London's Olympic network from BT
After receiving an honourable mention in the European user awards for networking, Computer Weekly looks at the challenge of rolling out the network for the London Olympic Games in 2012 Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2013
CW Buyer's Guide: Software-defined networking
Computer Weekly looks at how SDN can give IT administrators greater control over the network infrastructure and make it more flexible and agile part of the business. Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2013
Apple buys WifiSLAM for $20m
Apple buys indoor mapping start-up WifiSLAM for $20m to boost its location technology and compete with Google’s indoor capabilities Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2013
Underexposed risks of public Wi-Fi hotspots
This article in our Royal Holloway Information Security series assess the hidden security risks of public Wi-Fi hotspots. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Mar 2013
Wired vs wireless in the enterprise
What are the pros and cons of wired and wireless connectivity, and what does the future hold for the corporate environment? Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2013
KFC brings free Wi-Fi to customers
KFC teams with The Cloud to give customers free internet connectivity. Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2013
Case study: Birmingham NEC boosts Wi-Fi network
Birmingham NEC has deployed Xirrus technology to bring high-bandwidth wireless connectivity to visitors and staff Continue Reading
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News
07 Feb 2013
Interview: Phil Smith, CEO of Cisco UK & Ireland
Cisco's UK CEO talks about innovation, wireless vs wired and software defined networking at the company’s annual Cisco Live event in London Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2013
Computer Weekly User Awards
The deadline for the Computer Weekly European User Awards for Networking has been extended to 8th February. Get the recognition you deserve! Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2013
Wi-Fi Alliance to merge with WiGig
The wireless technology will retain its WiGig name but the standard will be looked after by the Wi-Fi Alliance Continue Reading
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News
19 Nov 2012
Why Cisco chooses acquisition over R&D
As networking giant Cisco buys its ninth company in less than a year, Computer Weekly asks, why the focus on acquisitions? Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2012
WiFox claims 700% boost in Wi-Fi performance
New software created by researchers at North Carolina State University claims to boost performance of Wi-Fi by up to 700% Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2012
CIO interview: Gerry Pennell, CIO, London 2012 Olympic Games
As the job of a lifetime nears its end, London 2012 CIO Gerry Pennell talks exclusively to Computer Weekly about his Olympic experience Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Oct 2012
CW500: Managing the mobile workforce (part 1)
Mobile working has transformed Colt Telecommunications beyond recognition over the past three years Continue Reading
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News
04 Oct 2012
Skype launches customer Wi-Fi service
The video calling company teams with Wicoms to offer a service for businesses wanting to provide free Wi-Fi to their customers Continue Reading
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News
20 Sep 2012
Ten cities receive £114m for 100Mbps broadband infrastructure
Ten cities in the UK are to receive £114m government funding for broadband infrastructure of 80-100Mbps and wireless internet access Continue Reading
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News
31 Aug 2012
Enterprise wireless LAN sales jump 26% in Q2 2012
Q2 figures show businesses are investing in wireless networks despite the economic downturn, according to analyst organisation Dell’Oro Continue Reading
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News
30 Aug 2012
Lord’s Cricket Ground gets Wi-Fi from The Cloud
London’s home of cricket will give spectators the chance to get online for free after signing a five year deal with the BSkyB Wi-Fi provider Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2012
Hunt: Ofcom 'beset by threats of litigations'
Culture secretary calls on mobile operators to call off the lawyers and focus on the future of 4G to help government achieve broadband targets by 2015 Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2012
Beaverbrooks extends Wi-Fi to support mobile tills
Jewellery chain Beaverbrooks is extending its in-store wireless network to support its mobile till strategy Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2012
Lords Select Committee slams government broadband plans
A report from the Communications Committee claims the government is ‘preoccupied with speed’ rather than focusing on the roll-out of broadband to more areas Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2012
Olympic Games 2012: Preparing for a mobile data deluge
How mobile operators and the Olympic Delivery Authority prepared for the huge demand for mobile traffic expected during London 2012 Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2012
Broadcom touts ‘5G Wi-Fi’ mobile chip
Semiconductor manufacturer Broadcom announces the first mobile chip based on the 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard, set to launch in early 2013 Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jul 2012
High-performance computing drives high-performance F1 cars to success
Jennifer Scott investigates how Formula 1 team Marussia uses a supercomputer to design and test its cars on a budget Continue Reading
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News
21 Jun 2012
Halliburton CIO Ken Braud on strategy and innovation
CIO Ken Braud talked to delegates at the Orange Business Live customer event in Rome, and it was clear he has plenty on his plate. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2012
Ofcom announces leased line consultation
Telecoms regulator Ofcom proposes regulation for 1Gbps connections but takes lighter approach to BT wholesale broadband pricing in London Continue Reading
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News
15 Jun 2012
Cumbria votes against broadband proposals from BT and Fujitsu
Cumbria County Council turns down bids from BT and Fujitsu, claiming they don’t fulfil the full requirements for superfast broadband in the area Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2012
Apple faces £1.43m fine in Australian 4G iPad case
Apple has agreed to pay a £1.43m fine for misleading Australians about the 4G capacity of its latest iPad in a case brought by the national consumer watchdog Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2012
BT helps itself to Home Hubs for public Wi-Fi
A feature of BT's routers called Fon gives away a percentage of bandwidth from home-based Wi-Fi to passers-by, often without user consent. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2012
Five trends that will affect your cloud strategy
Businesses need to keep a close eye on the evolution of cloud based services to avoid wasting money and missing out on business opportunities. Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2012
NHS trust to use iPads for real-time access to patient records
An NHS trust in the Midlands is planning to equip medical staff and community nurses with iPads to give real-time access to patient records on the move. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2012
CW Buyer's Guide: Server Virtualisation
This Computer Weekly buyer’s guide to server virtualisation looks at the potential barriers to successful virtualisation and how they can be overcome. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2012
Gartner: Best practices in virtualisation
Philip Dawson, Gartner VP offers best practice advice for organisations looking to virtualise their IT infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2012
RSA 2012: IT security experts urge enterprises to ban smartphone BYOD schemes
Enterprises should ban employees from using their own smartphones for work, a panel of IT security practitioners told the RSA Conference 2012 Continue Reading
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News
29 Feb 2012
London Borough of Southwark gets 4G connectivity
Network provider UK Broadband has switched on its first 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) system in the London Borough of Southwark Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2012
Buyer's Guide: Optimising networks for cloud computing and virtualisation
This six-page Computer Weekly Buyer's Guide to cloud networking highlights the factors CIOs need to consider for their networking strategies. Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2012
Cisco unveils product consolidation plan
Cisco has unveiled details of the product line consolidation it hopes will turn around the company after its struggles with poor financial performance. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jan 2012
The impact of cloud on IT
This research report from Freeform Dynamics assesses the impact of the cloud on the IT department and its operations. Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2011
Everything Everywhere spends £1.5bn on network expansion: News briefs
SearchNetworkingUK briefs provide a summary of the week’s new product, services and appointment announcements. This week is filled with signs of network expansion. Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2011
Network reliability to win over innovation in 2012, says Cisco survey
Cisco’s first TechWatch 2012 report finds network reliability as opposed to innovation or performance is the most important factor for network architects in the new year ahead. Continue Reading
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News
28 Sep 2011
Amazon launches Kindle Fire tablet but experts doubt its use as a business device
Amazon has confirmed its much-anticipated entry into the tablet market with the US launch of its Kindle Fire device - but analysts doubt it will appeal to corporate IT buyers. Continue Reading
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News
28 Sep 2011
Microsoft starts roll-out of Mango update for Windows Phone 7
Microsoft has started rolling out the next major version of its Windows Phone 7 operating system, codenamed Mango. Continue Reading
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News
13 Sep 2011
Openreach expands fibre to 114 more exchanges
BT Openreach has unveiled 114 exchanges that will be upgraded to deliver fibre broadband as part of its plan to deliver fibre to two-thirds of the UK by the end of 2015. Continue Reading