Internet & Networking - Wireless articles

Closing the digital divide with solar Wi-Fi

08 Aug 2006 12:13 PM

Two colleagues develop Wi-Fi technology designed to work where sources of electricity are unreliable.
Breaking into a laptop via Wi-Fi

03 Aug 2006 4:27 PM

Flaws in software that runs wireless-networking hardware could let attackers take over PCs, including Macs, Black Hat warns.
Wireless networking made easy

19 Jul 2006 5:15 PM

Wireless networking doesn't have to be brain-meltingly difficult. This CNET.com.au tutorial will walk you through the steps in setting up a Windows-based network to ensure that it remains robust and secure.
Scooba scoots away your spills

13 Jul 2006 3:16 PM

Still mopping your own floors? Why not let a robot do the dirty work?
How to secure your wireless network

03 Jul 2006 5:48 PM

As convenient as wireless networks are to use, they can also be easy to hack if you don't have the proper security.
Surf while you ski at Mt Buller

16 Jun 2006 1:22 PM

You'd think that the last thing anyone would want to do on a skiing trip is hop online and check their e-mail, but Mt Buller ski resort in Victoria begs to differ, having recently setup a resort-wide wireless network for its visitors to surf the Web in their idle time.
Wagga Wagga gets Unwired-style broadband

09 Jun 2006 9:16 AM

Pay-TV operator and carrier Austar today launched the first of a planned 25 regional wireless broadband networks, with Wagga Wagga residents getting access to the same technology popularised by Unwired in city areas.
Unwired hits a nerve with Melbourne launch

06 Apr 2006 11:03 AM

Unwired hits a nerve with Melbourne launch
DIY: How to get tech help

21 Feb 2006 11:02 AM

Technology is frustrating, but before you give up a day's pay for tech support, take a look at these troubleshooting tips. It could save you money -- and your self-esteem.
Faster Wi-Fi standard gets draft approval

23 Jan 2006 1:09 PM

Faster Wi-Fi standard gets draft approval

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Withings WifiScale

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Virgin Mobile Broadband WiFi modem

This WiFi modem/router works well and provides great value on some plans, but we're still left wanting better performance out of Virgin Mobile's actual broadband.

Specs: 7.2 kbps, 5.76 kbps, USB

Where to buy? $134 at 1 store
Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000

The Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000 is a good fit for those who just need a simple wireless network and the ability to control access to the internet.

Specs: 10Base-T, 100Base-TX , AC Adaptor , 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n

Where to buy? $75 to $168 at 3 stores