Does getting yourself formally certified actually help? We talk to Ismail Hassim, software and solution support consultant at Smart Office Service, to learn more. FULL STORY >

TechSmart talks to Jean Louis Acafrao, general manager for DStv on Demand, about BoxOffice and their upcoming online offering. FULL STORY >

Local cellular network MTN releases two applications under its Mobile Applications Solutions umbrella. FULL STORY >

SA's 1st satellite-based Video-on-Demand service is a go, allowing subscribers the opportunity to rent the latest Hollywood blockbusters from the comfort of their home. FULL STORY >

Microsoft has launched its new Office 365 cloud service in 40 markets worldwide. FULL STORY >

The Officejet Pro 8500A Plus completes our HP Officejet trinity, following in the footsteps of the 7500A Wide Format and 6500A Plus. It brings business chic looks and savvy AIO performance to the home and small office. FULL STORY >

HP has updated its line-up of business and consumer targeting notebook PCs by launching a flurry of new models and accessories. FULL STORY >

Oracle reveals its intent to move OpenOffice.org to a community-based project. FULL STORY >

HP reveals new desktop and mobile workstations for professionals, including the budget-friendly HP Z210 Workstations. FULL STORY >

Epson unveils its Discproducer PP-50 that is aimed at firms doing medium-volume disc publishing. FULL STORY >

Nokia and Yahoo's partnership starts to bear some fruit in part 2 of this week's Tech News Round-up, whilst a new Symbian event looms in the not too distant future. FULL STORY >

GPU maker Nvidia releases its new GPU targeting professionals such as draughtsmen and graphical designers. FULL STORY >

Following in the footsteps of HP's capable 6500A Plus, comes the Officejet 7500A Wide Format that can print A3 pages. FULL STORY >

Google has added some new functionality to the comment system with Google Docs. FULL STORY >

Microsoft Lync Server 2010 brings together the different ways people communicate in a single interface FULL STORY >