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IT training company focuses on needs of young trainees

past three years . It is now our fastestgrowing customer segment ,” said Dave Saben , Chief Experience Officer for New Horizons . “ Our goal has always been to meet learners on their own terms and those terms are changing . Our new mobile-first , responsive site was specifically designed to appeal to younger learners who demand a seamless experience across all screen sizes .

New Horizons IT and Business Training

Solutions , a global leading provider of IT training to corporate learners and administrators for 40 years , has launched a new website the company says will better meet the needs of today ’ s younger IT trainees .
The site brings more visual engagement and ease of use , providing more educational opportunities for the new generation of IT professionals .
“ Our 18 to 24-year-old demographic has seen significant growth over the
“ When a learner lands on our website today , they can choose one of thousands of available courses in just three clicks of the mouse , enrolling themselves in a lifechanging experience without the need to talk to any of the hundreds of consultants we have working across the globe .”
The company says Millennials prefer to complete a transaction quickly on their own , rather than talking on the phone to a human .

Optus enhances mobile coverage at Kangaroo Island

Optus has switched on a new tower at

Kangaroo Island East as part of the Australian Government ’ s Mobile Black Spot Program .
The new tower will provide the best Optus coverage and connectivity to the community and tourists in the East side of Kangaroo Island .
The Optus mobile tower will provide enhanced mobile coverage to 45 premises with 51 sq kms covered .
The Kangaroo Island East Tower will provide essential communication services for critical times , particularly during bushfire season to help those living and working on the Island ’ s East side to stay connected .
Rob Seymour , Optus ’ Territory General Manager for Regional South Australia , said that Optus continues to provide mobile competition and choice to regional and rural South Australia .
“ We know how important reliable Internet access is for those living and working across regional Australia ,” he said . “ This tower will provide our customers with enhanced connectivity while living , working and driving through the region by unlocking access to communication and will also help to facilitate contact with family and friends throughout the country .
“ The investment in expanding Optus ’ telecommunications infrastructure and mobile coverage is supported by the federal government ’ s mobile black spot program , and we recognize the work of the federal and state governments , local businesses and communities for their support of this program .”
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