Telstra's copper 'an absolute disgrace': union

22 November 2013 This week was dominated by NBN-related news, from Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull taking on the media and becoming his own roving reporter, to claims and counter-claims surrounding the state of Telstra's copper network. We suggested you go to our NBN page for more coverage on the subject. Meanwhile, below and on the IT Pro page you will find many of the articles that captured our readers' imagination this week and a couple of photo galleries, including lots of nice shots of data centres. Who can resist them? Happy reading. Lia Timson, Technology Editor, ltimson@fairfaxmedia.com.au Telstra's copper 'an absolute disgrace': union The union representing Telstra field staff says the telco's copper-wire network is "beyond repair" casting new doubts over the federal government's NBN plans. What to look for in a data centre There are many variables. We bring you a list of considerations. Data centres are the new black There’s a buzz in the air akin to an art exhibition opening. It's the latest data centre launch. Really. Use tech for good, share your profits: Benioff Marc Benioff used his Dreamforce keynote to call on his customers to donate to charities, non-profit organisations, and non-government organisations. Advertisement Photo galleries Data centres are the new black Telstra's copper network in NSW's Illawarra region Sandberg: 'bossy' is good Facebook COO tells women to assert themselves at work. Cupid Media hack exposes 42m passwords An intrusion at online dating service Cupid Media earlier exposed more than 42 million client records, including names, email addresses, unencrypted passwords and birthdays.   Microsoft wins spot in school curriculum It's a move that will be hailed both as in the interest of preparing children for the workforce and as a creep into the school yard. Coalition's NBN timetable 'very tight' Delivering Coalition's broadband timetable will be ''very, very tight", NBN Co's chairman says. Government ponders satellite issue NBN interim satellite to reach capacity "going into the new year", according to NBN's head of satellite. Australians making the most of E3 visa Australians dreaming of working in the technology sector in the US have the country’s immigration policy firmly on their side. We've sent you this email because your email address kwacijowo@gmail.com has been registered for a Fairfax Media membership. You can unsubscribe from this email at any time. At Fairfax Media, we'll never ask for your personal or credit card information via email. If you receive a suspicious email claiming to offer Fairfax Media services in exchange for your details, please delete it. Copyright © 2013 Fairfax Media Privacy Policy Conditions of Use Unsubscribe