Apple Macs now seen as a 'soft target' for spreading viruses
24.5.2011

Apple has long boasted of the Mac's immunity to viruses and malware.

But the computers, once marketed as more secure than those running on Windows software, are facing an increased threat from criminals because of their popularity.

Online security experts have warned that Macs are now a more attractive target for hackers due to the rising number of people who choose them over a PC.

Graham Cluley, a spokesman for online security firm Sophos, said there has been a marked increase in malware aimed at Macs in the past few weeks.

Vodacom launches airtime advance
24.5.2011

Cape Town - Vodacom has launched a service that allows customers to get an airtime advance when they run out, the cellular provider announced.

"Qualifying prepaid customers will be able to request R10 worth of advance airtime from Vodacom through this service, and Vodacom will deduct the advance amount from the customer's next recharge," Vodacom said in a statement to News24.