Conroy kills $1bn OPEL rural broadband contract

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  Vodafone 3G upgrade delayed to 2009

  Vodafone Australia has blamed Swedish vendor Ericsson for delays to the roll-out of its national 3G mobile network.

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  Vodafone cuts price of wireless plans

  Just a day after Optus said that it was reducing the quotas of its prepaid wireless plans, Vodafone has announced it is rolling back prices on its post-paid mobile broadband plans.

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  50 significant moments from internet history

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  iPhone and Wi-Fi: the way to 4G?

  Internode has no incentive to provide free access to its Wi-Fi networks for any reason at all, apart from genuine love, and maybe the joy of finding a new way to flip Telstra the bird.

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  Unwired loses favour with Exetel

  Local internet service provider Exetel today said it might stop reselling Unwired's pre-WiMax wireless broadband service as it inked a deal to provide 3G mobile broadband services through Optus.

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  Optus USB Slimline Modem

  The Optus USB modem works as advertised, but fluctuations in service and a few software bugs have hampered our experience during testing.

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  iiNet to offer mobile phone services?

  Broadband ISP iiNet is considering reselling mobile phone and mobile data services. The company also hopes to replace Optus as the second largest broadband player in Australia, according to Greg Bader, the company's chief technology officer.

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  Primus launches shaped mobile broadband

  Primus Telecom has launched a mobile broadband service which will be speed-shaped once the data quota has been reached, instead of charging excess.

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  Vodafone Internet Stick

  For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.

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  Vodafone 3G upgrade delayed to 2009

  Vodafone Australia has blamed Swedish vendor Ericsson for delays to the roll-out of its national 3G mobile network.

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  Vodafone cuts price of wireless plans

  Just a day after Optus said that it was reducing the quotas of its prepaid wireless plans, Vodafone has announced it is rolling back prices on its post-paid mobile broadband plans.

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  I'm looking for a reasonable wireless Internet plan that will not break the bank.

  I have recently purchased a Sony Vaio Laptop (latest release) with Windows Vista. The laptop has a built in wireless card and I am looking for a reasonable wireless plan that will not break the bank. I use the laptop whilst out and about for work and also at home for general Internet browsing. Do you have any suggestions as to a provider that could meet my needs but not break my bank?

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  Optus prepaid broadband data robbery

  Optus launched an innovative prepaid wireless broadband service but soiled the deal by counting data used in enormous 10MB increments.

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  3 bundles mobiles with broadband

  3 Mobile bundles capped mobile plans with mobile broadband and very nearly gives us what we want.

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  Photos: Annoying hardware, a rogues' gallery

  Hardware may be less 'in your face' than software, but it can still ruin your day. We've listed our main bugbears: let us know if you agree.

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  Please Explain: HSDPA

  Are you confused by the seemingly endless lists acronyms and jargon associated with technology? We're here to help. Check out our definition of HSDPA.

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  Vodafone: No 'dollar-a-day' broadband for Aussies

  Vodafone New Zealand has launched a new "dollar-a-day" mobile broadband service, but the carrier's Australian office has told users not to hold their breath for a similar deal here.

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  iPhone madness: What's a gigabyte worth?

  A while back, frustration with my inability to get online outside of the office drove me to invest in a 3G data service from Hutchinson's 3. For $30 per month, I get 2GB of data that's accessible pretty much anywhere I go (I do all my work in metropolitan areas).

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  Optus USB Slimline Modem

  The Optus USB modem works as advertised, but fluctuations in service and a few software bugs have hampered our experience during testing.

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  Vodafone Internet Stick

  For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.

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  Telstra Next G Prepaid Broadband

  Telstra's prepaid wireless broadband offering is good for casual browsers or those who'd rather avoid dodgy Net cafes, but beware — there's a pricing sting to be considered.

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  3 Mobile Broadband USB Modem

  It's hard to say whether it's the hardware or the network at fault with 3's USB Mobile Broadband USB Modem. Either way, we're not impressed with what it offers.

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  3 NetConnect Mobile Broadband Card (HSDPA)

  3's NetConnect mobile broadband card combines HSDPA speeds, compatibility with ExpessCard and PC Card laptop slots and exceptional pricing plans into a magic mobility mix.

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  Telstra Next G Prepaid Broadband

  Telstra's prepaid wireless broadband offering is good for casual browsers or those who'd rather avoid dodgy Net cafes, but beware — there's a pricing sting to be considered.

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  Optus USB Slimline Modem

  Telstra's prepaid wireless broadband offering is good for casual browsers or those who'd rather avoid dodgy Net cafes, but beware — there's a pricing sting to be considered.

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  3 Mobile Broadband USB Modem (HSDPA)

  It's hard to say whether it's the hardware or the network at fault with 3's USB Mobile Broadband USB Modem. Either way, we're not impressed with what it offers.

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  Vodafone Internet Stick

  For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.

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  3 Mobile Internet NetConnect Card

  Those seeking a wireless "broadband anywhere" connection have another reliable option with the 3 Mobile Internet NetConnect Card, but the usual "subject to coverage area" caveats apply.

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  Vodafone Mobile Connect

  Aggressive pricing, a slice of speed-boosting tech and a tempting 'unlimited' downloads plan puts Vodafone in pole position in the race for 3G datacard customers.

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