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Zyxel Networks has launched the XMG-100 series of 2.5GbE unmanaged switches. Tailor-made to meet the needs of homes and small businesses, these plug-and-play devices are designed to provide high throughput and high-powered Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) support for multiple devices. Available in 5-port and 8-port versions, they provide simple set-up and fast …

ZettaScale’s mission statement is to ‘bring to every connected human and machine the unconstrained freedom to communicate, compute and store – anywhere, at any scale, efficiently and securely’. Building systems today resembles assembling a Frankenstein’s monster, stitching together multiple technologies for data flow, storage, and computation. Traditional protocols such as …

N-able has launched its MSP Horizons Report in partnership with channel analyst firm, Canalys. The first of its kind for the managed services market, the report delves into some of the biggest disrupting trends for 2024 and beyond, with actionable insights for MSPs and the future of their own businesses. Commenting …

Westcoast has announced its newest AV vendor, Optoma, a visual solution brand. Westcoast’s far-reaching AV expertise, alongside its capabilities in supply chain management, finance, credit, logistics and installation made the partnership an obvious choice for Optoma. Ben Brown, head of UK&I, Optoma said: “I am very excited we are able to …

TD Synnex and CF Corporate Finance (CF Corporate) have launched Microsoft Flex – a flexible finance programme designed to make it easier for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and public sector organisations to purchase Surface laptop devices. The programme will also enable partners to take advantage of the extended availability …

According to ALSO Cloud UK, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) can use the channel to combat increasing security threats. Recent reports indicate that SME resellers specialising in security are optimistic about the future, expecting a better year ahead than the challenges they faced in the previous 12 months.  With increasing …

QBS Software has partnered with Dropsuite, a pioneer in cloud-based backup and archiving solutions, to deliver top-tier solutions to clients in the ever-evolving technology and IT landscape. This collaboration allows both companies to reinforce their commitment to deliver robust, secure and comprehensive data protection. QBS Software will now include Dropsuite’s …

The vast majority (93%) of channel partners see the EU’s NIS2 cybersecurity directive as an opportunity to assist end-users and grow revenues in the process, but acknowledge they must first build their own understanding, according to new research. Westcon-Comstor surveyed registered attendees for its forthcoming NIS2 webinar for partners and …

Espria recently hosted the first of their Optimise IT 2024 panel discussions, where the topic was peace of mind. Panellists included some of their key solutions partners – Xerox, Ikonic and Sophos. The webinar marked the first of their monthly IT industry conversations for 2024, which will discuss the latest and …

Storage technologies are currently in a state of flux as files are becoming rapidly larger as quality improves and taking up more memory; and needs are becoming more complex with hybrid and multi-location working, as well as developing technologies. One medium remains a silent giant – tape. Often relegated to …

Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi, has evolved its partnership with Cisco, introducing a suite of hybrid cloud services designed to address ongoing data management challenges faced by modern enterprises. The joint offering, Hitachi EverFlex with Cisco Powered Hybrid Cloud, integrates automation solutions …

Josh Gordon of Geonode, sketches out how trivial technical issues can culminate in creating substantial impacts. A recent study conducted by the Small Business Technology Association (SBTA) has thrown an alarm amidst small-scale enterprises. The SBTA’s study reveals an undeniably worrying situation, with a massive 60% of small businesses finding …